This user’s guide describes the characteristics and use of the DAC8775 evaluation board (EVM). It also
discusses how to setup and configure the software and hardware for proper operation. Throughout this
document, the terms DAC8775EVM, evaluation board, evaluation module, and EVM are synonymous with
the DAC8775EVM.
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1Overview
The DAC8775 is a four-channel (quad) 16-bit precision digital-to-analog converter (DAC). Each output can
be configured to produce a current in output ranges of 0 to 20 mA, 0 to 24 mA, 3.5 to 23.5 mA, or ±24 mA.
Each channel can also be configured for voltage output in ranges of 0 to 5 V, 0 to 6 V, 0 to 10 V, 0 to 12
V, ±5 V, ±6 V, ±10 V, or ±12 V. The DAC8775 includes integrated buck-boost converters for each channel
to generate all necessary power supplies from a single external supply. The buck-boost converter features
various operating modes that can be used to enhance power dissipation and thermal performance. The
DAC8775 features additional peripherals including: HART input pins for coupling of FSK HART Voltage
signals, slew-rate control for the analog outputs, and reliability features such as CRC, watchdog timer, and
conditional alarms.
1.1EVM Kit Contents
Table 1 details the contents of the EVM kit. Contact the nearest Texas Instruments Product Information
Center or visit the Texas Instruments E2E Community (http://E2E.ti.com) if any component is missing.
ITEM NOITEMQTYDESCRIPTION OR USE
1DAC8775EVM PCB1EVM hardware
2USB Extension Cable1Connects PC USB port to SM-USB-DIG USB connector
3SM-USB-DIG Platform1Platform used for digital communication from PC to EVM
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Table 1. Contents of DAC8775EVM Kit
1.2Related Documentation From Texas Instruments
The following documents provide information regarding Texas Instruments integrated circuits used in the
assembly of the DAC8775EVM. This user’s guide is available from the TI website under the literature
number SBAU248. Any letter appended to the literature number corresponds to the document revision that
is current at the time of the writing of this document. Newer revisions may be available from the TI website
at http://www.ti.com/, or by calling the Texas Instruments Literature Response Center at 1-800-477-8924
or the Product Information Center at 1-972-644-5580. When ordering identify the document by both title
and literature number.
Table 2. Related Documentation
ITEM NOLITERATURE NUMBER
DAC8775 product data sheetSLVSBY7
REF5050 product data sheetSBOS410
SM-USB-DIG platform user’s guideSBOU098
Single-supply for use with buck-boost converter
Multi-supply for use without buck-boost converter
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2EVM Hardware Overview
This section discusses the overall system setup for the EVM. A personal computer (PC) runs the software
that communicates with the SM-USB-DIG platform, which provides the power and digital signals used to
communicate with the EVM board. Connectors on the EVM board allow the user to connect the required
external power supplies for the configuration under test. The SM-USB-DIG must be connected to the
DAC8775EVM with the Texas Instruments logo facing up.
Figure 1. DAC8775EVM Hardware Setup
2.1EVM Board Block Diagram
A block diagram of the EVM board setup is shown in Figure 2. This board provides test points for the SPI,
power, reference, ground, analog outputs, !LDAC, CLR, ALARM, and RESET signals. The EVM allows the
user to select the internal buck-boost converter or external power supplies as sources for each channel’s
positive and negative supplies rails. The EVM also allows the user to select the internal reference,
onboard REF5050 reference, or external reference to provide the reference voltage to the DAC8775.
Many of the components on the EVM are susceptible to damage by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Users
are advised to observe proper ESD handling precautions when unpacking and handling the EVM,
including the use of a grounded wrist strap at an approved ESD workstation.
2.3Jumper Summary
Table 3 summarizes all of the EVM jumper functionality.
JUMPER LABELDEFAULTPOSITIONFUNCTION
JP11-2
JP21-2
JP31-2
JP41-2
JP51-2
JP61-2
JP71-2
JP81-2
JP9Not installed
JP101-2
JP11Not installed
JP122-3
JP13Not installed
JP14Not installed
JP15Installed
JP16Installed
JP17Installed
JP18Not installed
JP19Installed
JP20Not installed
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Table 3. EVM Jumper Summary
1-2Selects DC/DC Channel A to supply VPOSA
2-3Selects PVDD/AVDD to supply VPOSA
1-2Selects DC/DC Channel A to supply VNEGA
2-3Selects AVSS to supply VNEGA
1-2Selects DC/DC Channel B to supply VPOSB
2-3Selects PVDD/AVDD to supply VPOSB
1-2Selects DC/DC Channel B to supply VNEGB
2-3Selects AVSS to supply VNEGB
1-2Selects DC/DC Channel C to supply VPOSC
2-3Selects PVDD/AVDD to supply VPOSC
1-2Selects DC/DC Channel C to supply VNEGC
2-3Selects AVSS to supply VNEGC
1-2Selects DC/DC Channel D to supply VPOSD
2-3Selects PVDD/AVDD to supply VPOSD
1-2Selects DC/DC Channel D to supply VNEGD
2-3Selects AVSS to supply VNEGD
InstalledConnects the SM-USB-DIG supply to DVDD
Not installedDisconnects the SM-USB-DIG supply from DVDD
1-2Selects the DAC8775 internal reference
2-3Selects the REF5050 external reference
InstalledDisables internal DVDD LDO
Not installedEnables internal DVDD LDO
1-2Issues a clear command to the DAC8775
2-3No operation
InstalledSelects the external DVDD
Not installedDisconnects the external DVDD
InstalledIssues a hardware reset to the DAC8775
Not installedNo operation
InstalledSelect asynchronous update mode
Not installedSelect synchronous update mode
InstalledVSENSEPA is shorted to VOUTA on-board
Not installedVSENSEPA is shorted to VOUTA off-board
InstalledVSENSEPB is shorted to VOUTB onboard
Not installedVSENSEPB is shorted to VOUTB off-board
InstalledLoads VOUTA/IOUTA with a short to GND
Not installedUnloads VOUTA/IOUTA of the short to GND
InstalledLoads VOUTA/IOUTA with a 250-Ω resistor
Not installedUnloads VOUTA/IOUTA of the 250-Ω resistor
InstalledLoads VOUTA/IOUTA with a 625-Ω resistor
Not installedUnloads VOUTA/IOUTA of the 625-Ω resistor
This section describes the various power configurations that can be used by the EVM.
2.4.1PVDD_X/AVDD Supply
The PVDD_X, the buck-boost converter supplies, and AVDD, the analog supply, of the DAC8775 are
connected to the same power net labeled PVDD/AVDD on the DAC8775EVM. Terminal block J2, shown
in Figure 3, allows for external voltage sources to be connected to the PVDD/AVDD supply. The
PVDD/AVDD supply must be provided regardless of whether the buck-boost converter is in use or not.
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Figure 3. PVDD/AVDD, AVSS, and DVDD Supply Connections
2.4.2VPOS_X and VNEG_X Supplies
VPOS_X, the positive supply for the output signal chain, and VNEG_X, the negative supply for the output
signal chain, may be powered by the DAC8775 internal buck-boost converters or by off-board supply
voltages.
Permanent device damage may occur if externally supplying
VPOS_X or VNEG_X while the internal buck-boost supply is
enabled.
When using the DAC8775 internal buck-boost converters to supply VPOS_X and VNEG_X, install JP1
through JP8 (or the two jumpers that correspond to the channel of interest) in the 1-2 position, or "inside"
position, as indicated by Table 3.
When using external equipment to supply VPOS_X and VNEG_X, install JP1 through JP8 (or the two
jumpers that correspond to the channel of interest) in the 2-3 position, or "outside" position, as indicated
by Table 3. In this configuration, the VPOS_X supplies are connected to the PVDD/AVDD net and the
VNEG_X supplies are connected to the AVSS net. If bipolar supplies are used, connect an appropriate
negative supply voltage to AVSS through terminal block J3, as shown in Figure 3. If unipolar supplies are
used, connect AVSS to ground through terminal block J3.