The DRV2604L is a haptic driver designed for Linear Resonant Actuators (LRA) and Eccentric Rotating
Mass (ERM) motors. It provides many features which help eliminate the design complexities of haptic
motor control including reduced solution size, high efficiency output drive, closed-loop motor control, quick
device startup, memory for waveform storage, and auto-resonance frequency tracking.
The DRV2604LEVM-CT Evaluation Module (EVM) is a complete demo and evaluation platform for the
DRV2604L. The kit includes a microcontroller, linear actuator, eccentric rotating mass motor, and
capacitive touch buttons which can be used to completely demonstrate and evaluate the DRV2604L.
This document contains instructions to setup and operate the DRV2604LEVM-CT in demo and evaluation
mode.
Evaluation Kit Contents:
•DRV2604LEVM-CT demo and evaluation board
•Mini-USB cable
•Demonstration Firmware
Required for programming and advanced configuration:
•Code Composer Studio™ (CCS) or IAR Embedded Workbench IDE for MSP430
•MSP430 LaunchPad (MSP-EXP430G2), or MSP430-FET430UIF hardware programming tool
•DRV2604LEVM-CT firmware available on ti.com
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The DRV2604L can be used as a demonstration or evaluation tool. When the DRV2604LEVM-CT
evaluation module is powered on for the first time, a demo application automatically starts. To power the
board, connect the DRV2604LEVM-CT to an available USB port on your computer using the included
mini-USB cable. The demo begins with a board power-up sequence and then enters the demo effects
mode. The four larger buttons (B1–B4) can be used to sample haptic effects using both the ERM and LRA
motor in the top right corner. The two smaller mode buttons (–, +) are used to change between the
different banks of effects. See the DRV2604L Demonstration Program section for a more detailed
description of the demo application.
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Figure 2. Board Diagram
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The following table lists the operating conditions for the DRV2604L on the evaluation module.
ParameterSpecification
Supply voltage range2.5 V to 5. 5 V
Power-supply current rating400 mA
1.2Quick Start Board Setup
The DRV2604LEVM-CT firmware contains haptic waveforms which showcase the features and benefits of
the DRV2604L. Follow the instructions below to begin the demo:
1. Out of the box, the jumpers are set to begin demo mode using USB power. The default jumper settings
are found in the table below.
JumperDefault PositionDescription
JP1ShortedConnect MSP430 GPIO/PWM output to DRV2604L IN/TRIG
JP2Shorted3.3 V reference for I2C
JP3, JP4ShortedConnect on-board actuators to DRV2604L
MSPUSB to MSPSelect USB (5 V) or VBAT power for the MSP430
DRVUSB to DRVSelect USB (5 V) or VBAT power for the DRV2604L
2. Connect the included mini-USB cable to the USB connector on the DRV2604LEVM-CT board.
3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to an available USB port on a computer, USB charger, or USB
battery pack.
4. If the board is powered correctly, the four colored LEDs will turn on, the four mode LEDs will flash, and
the LRA and ERM will perform auto-calibration, indicating the board has been successfully initialized.
Getting Started
2DRV2604L Demonstration Program
The DRV2604LEVM-CT contains a microcontroller and embedded software to control the DRV2604L.
There are three sets of modes accessible by pressing and holding the “+” button. Follow the instructions in
the following sections to access the effects in each set.
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The effects preloaded on the DRV2604LEVM-CT are listed in Table 1. The modes are selected using the
+ and – mode buttons in the center of the board. The current mode is identified by the white LEDs directly
above the mode buttons. Buttons B1–B4 trigger the effects listed in the description column and change
based on the selected mode.
The following sections describe each demo mode in more detail.
2.2.1Mode Off – Haptics Effect Sequences
Mode Off is a set of haptic sequences that combine a series of haptic effects. The two effects below show
combinations of clicks and ramps.
DRV2604L Demonstration Program
Figure 4. ERM Click and BounceFigure 5. LRA Ramp-Up and Click
Waveform (Button 1)Waveform (Button 2)
2.2.2Mode 4 – ERM Clicks
Mode 4 shows the difference in open-loop and closed-loop ERM clicks. In closed loop, the driver
automatically overdrives and brakes the actuator. In open-loop, the waveform must be predefined with
overdrive and braking. The image on the left shows a closed-loop waveform and the image on the right
shows the same input waveform without closed-loop feedback enabled.
Mode 3 shows what the waveforms look like with and without braking and how closed-loop and open-loop
mode affects the acceleration profile. Figure 8 and Figure 9 demonstrate single-cycle clicks. In closed
loop, the driver automatically tracks the resonant frequency, and overdrives and brakes the actuator. In
open-loop, the waveform must be predefined with a static drive frequency, and overdrive and braking
times. Figure 10 shows a closed-loop waveform (with overdrive and braking) while Figure 11 shows openloop mode that does not have overdrive or braking. Overdrive and braking allows the waveform to feel
more crisp.
Mode 2 showcases the advantages of the Smart Loop Architecture which includes auto-resonance
tracking, automatic overdrive, and automatic braking.
The two images below show the difference in acceleration between LRA auto-resonance ON and LRA
auto-resonance OFF. Notice that the acceleration is higher when driven at the resonant frequency. The
auto-resonance ON waveform has 1.32 G of acceleration and the auto-resonance OFF waveform has
0.92 G of acceleration. The auto-resonance ON waveform has 43% more acceleration.
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Figure 12. LRA Auto-Resonance ONFigure 13. LRA Auto-Resonance OFF
Waveform (Button 1)Waveform (Button 2)
The reason for higher acceleration can be seen in the acceleration versus frequency graph below. The
LRA has a very narrow operating frequency range due to the properties of a spring-mass system.
Furthermore, the resonance frequency drifts over various conditions such as temperature and drive
voltage. With the Smart Loop auto-resonance feature, the DRV2604L dynamically tracks the exact
resonant frequency to maximize the vibration force.
Figure 14. Acceleration Versus Frequency
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Mode 1 shows the advantages and disadvantages of the click waveform in the different modes of
operation. Button 1 plays the click waveform with braking in auto-resonance. Button 2 plays the click
waveform with no braking in auto-resonance. It is apparent that braking allows the waveform to dampen
faster so there is no excessive oscillations at the end of the waveform. Button 3 plays the click with
braking but in open loop. Braking is not supported in open loop, thus there is no reverse operation of the
actuator shown in the graph.
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Figure 16. LRA Click with Braking in Open LoopFigure 17. LRA Click with Braking in Auto Resonance
(Button 3)(Button 1)
2.2.6Mode 0 – Auto-Calibration
Auto-calibration is a DRV2604L-embedded routine that detects the characteristics and behavior of an
actuator and adjusts the drive waveform automatically.
Perform auto-calibration using the following steps:
1. Connect an actuator to the green output terminal (OUT) or use the on-board actuators
2. For an ERM actuator, run the ERM auto-calibration by pressing button B1
3. For an LRA actuator, run the LRA auto-calibration by pressing button B2
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4. Read the auto-calibration register values using I2C
5. Test using buttons B3 and B4
2.3RAM Library Mode
Access the RAM library effects by holding the + button until the mode LEDs flash and the colored LEDs
flash ONCE.
Once in Library Mode the DRV2604L loaded RAM effects can be accessed in sequential order. For
example, with all Mode LEDs off, B1 is waveform 1, B2 is waveform 2, and so on. Then when Mode LED
M0 is on, B1 is waveform 5, B2 is waveform 6, and so on.
The equations for calculating the Mode and Button of an effect are:
1. Select mode 31 (11111'b) using the + or – buttons.
•B1 – Press to select ERM
•B2 – Press to select LRA
2. Then use the RAM effects as described above.
2.4Waveform Library Effects List
Table 2 lists the descriptions of the waveforms embedded in the DRV2604L.
DRV2604L Demonstration Program
Table 2. Waveform Effects
Effect ID Waveform Name
1Strong Click
2Medium Click
3Light Click
4Tick
5Bump
6Strong Double Click
7Medium Double Click
8Light Double Click
9Strong Triple Click
10Buzz
11Ramp Up
12Ramp Down
13Gallop Alert
14Pulsing Alert
15Test Click with Braking
16Test Buzz with Braking
17Life Test Buzz with Braking
18Life Test Continuous Buzz
19ERM OL 1 ms Interval Click
20LRA OL 1 ms Interval Click
21ERM/LRA Click for 5 ms playback interval
22ERM/LRA Click for 1 ms playback interval
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Additional modes are available on the DRV2604LEVM-CT providing increased board control and
functionality. The additional modes are not available in demo mode, but can be accessed by switching to
binary counting mode. In binary counting mode the mode LEDs count in binary (32 modes) rather than in
demo mode format (only 6 modes including off).
3.1Enter Binary Counting Mode
To enter binary counting mode and access the additional modes:
1. Press and hold the increment mode button (+) for approximately 3 seconds until the mode LEDs flash
and the colored LEDs flash once.
2. Press and hold the increment mode button (+) one more time until the mode LEDs flash and the
colored LEDs flash twice.
3. Select from the binary counting mode using the + and – buttons.
3.2Exit Binary Counting Mode
To exit binary counting mode and return to demo mode:
1. Press and hold the decrement mode button (–) for approximately 3 seconds.
2. Release the button when the actuator buzzes and mode LEDs flash.
3. Select from the demo modes using the + and – buttons.
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Table 3 lists the modes available in binary counting mode.
ModeButtonDescriptionNotes
Mode 0B1Set ERM OutputUse this mode to control the DRV2604L using an external I2C Master. Press B1 or B2
External I2C Mode
LEDs: 00000
Mode 1B1ERM Auto-CalibrationRun the auto-calibration. The new auto-calibration results are used for all board effects.
Auto-Calibration &1 flash = successful, 3 flashes = error.
Diagnostics
LEDs: 00001
Mode 2B1Disable PWM ModeExternal PWM - disconnect MSP430 PWM using JP1. Connect external PWM signal to
External PWMthe "PWM" testpoint at the top of the board. Select actuator using buttons B2 and B3.
LEDs: 00010
Mode 3B1Return to normal modeExternal PWM and Enable - disconnect MSP430 PWM using JP1. Connect external
External PWM and EnablePWM signal to the "PWM" testpoint at the top of the board. Connect an external enable
LEDs: 00011signal to the "EN" testpoint. Select actuator using buttons B2 and B3. Press B1 before
Mode 4B1AC Coupling - ERMAnalog Input - apply an external analog signal for AC coupling on the "Audio" jack.
Analog InputApply a DC coupled signal to the "PWM" testpoint.
LEDs: 00100
Mode 5B1Alert (Auto-resonance On)Vary the auto-resonance OFF (open-loop) output frequency and see the change in
Auto-resonance OFFvibration force over frequency. Hold B3 or B4 for quick frequency adjustment. Compare
frequency adjustB2 (auto-resonance off) with B1 (auto-resonance on).
LEDs: 00101
Mode 6B1Begin Life TestLife Test using RTP (2 seconds on, 1 second off) - life test repeats infinite times and
Life Test (RTP) 2s ON, 1sboard must be powered down to stop. Increment / Decrement amplitude using B3 and
OFFB4. Test new amplitude using B2. Choose actuator using buttons B1 and B2 in Mode 0
LEDs: 00110or Mode 1.
Mode 7B1Begin Life TestLife Test using RTP (Infinite Buzz) - board must be powered down to stop buzz.
Life Test (RTP) Infinite BuzzIncrement / Decrement amplitude using B3 and B4. Test new amplitude using B2
LEDs: 00111before beginning life test. Choose actuator using buttons B1 and B2 in Mode 0 or
Mode 8B1Begin Life TestLife Test using PWM (2 seconds on, 1 second off) - life test repeats infinite times and
Life Test (PWM) 2s ON, 1sboard must be powered down to stop. Increment / Decrement amplitude using B3 and
OFFB4. Test new amplitude using B2. Choose actuator using buttons B1 and B2 in Mode 0
LEDs: 01000or Mode 1.
Mode 9B1Start/Stop RecordingRecorder - use this mode to create a single amplitude pattern. Start by pressing the
Recorderrecord button (B1). Then use B2 to create the pattern by tapping the button. When
LEDs: 01001finished press the play back button (B3).
Mode 10B1Life Test Infinite BuzzLife Test (RAM Mode) - Increment / Decrement amplitude using B3 and B4. B1 -
Life Test (RAM) Infinite BuzzStart/Stop Infinite Buzz Life Test. B2 - Start/Stop 2s ON, 1s OFF life test. Choose
LEDs: 01010actuator using buttons B1 and B2 in Mode 0 or Mode 1.
Mode 11B1Infinite Buzz at FrequencyFrequency Sweep (ROM Mode) - Increment/Decrement the frequency using B3 and
Frequency SweepB4. B1 - Start/stop infinite buzz at chosen frequency. B2 - Start/Stop infinite buzz using
LEDs: 01011auto-resonance. Frequency range: (50 Hz - 300 Hz)
Mode 12B1Never Transition to Open Loop2nd Cycle Test - closed-loop drive to a resistive load on the output. B1 plays a buzz
2nd Cycle Testalert with OL drive disabled. B2 plays an infinite buzz with the automatic transition to
LEDs: 01100open loop drive enabled (when back-EMF not detected). Demonstrates DRV2604L
B2Alert (Auto-resonance Off)
B3Decrease output frequency
B4Increase output frequency
B2Test Buzz
B3Decrease output voltage (–1)
B4Increase output voltage (+1)
B2Test Buzz
B3Decrease output voltage (–1)
B4Increase output voltage (+1)
B2Test Buzz
B3Decrease output voltage (–1)
B4Increase output voltage (+1)
B2Create Pattern
B3Start/Stop Play Back
B4-
B2Life Test 2 s ON, 1 s OFF
B3Decrease output voltage (–1)
B4Increase output voltage (+1)
B2Infinite Buzz at Resonance
B3Decrease Frequency (–1)
B4Increase Frequency (+1)
B2Auto-transition to OL Drive
B3
B4
Table 3. Binary Counting Modes
to choose between the ERM or LRA. Press B3 to choose the trigger type. (1 - Internal,
2 - Ext. Edge, 3 - Ext. Level). Press B4 to trigger the waveform sequencer.
are displayed on the mode LEDs [3:0] when complete.
switching modes.
Mode 1.
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Additional Hardware Modes
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ModeButtonDescriptionNotes
Mode 13B15 ms playback interval enabledPlayback Interval - demonstrates the 1 ms or 5 ms playback interval. Affects waveform
RAM Playback Intervalby multiplying the time data either by 1 ms or 5 ms. B1 - 5 ms mode enabled, B2 - 1
LEDs: 01101ms mode enabled, B3 - selects between ERM or LRA
Mode 30B1Begin Actuator Break-inActuatorBreak-in - used to break in new actuators
Actuator Break-in
LEDs: 11110
Mode 31B1Device IDAbout the Board - the value will appear on the mode LEDs in binary.
About the BoardDRV2604L Device ID = 00100
LEDs: 11111
B21 ms playback interval enabled
B3Selects ERM or LRA
B4
B2
B3
B4
B2Silicon Revision
B3Code Revision
B4
4Hardware Configuration
The DRV2604LEVM-CT is very flexible and can be used to completely evaluate the DRV2604L. The
following sections list the various hardware configurations.
4.1Input and Output Overview
The DRV2604LEVM-CT allows complete evaluation of the DRV2604L though test points, jacks, and
connectors. Table 4 gives a brief description of the hardware.
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Table 4. Hardware Overview
SignalDescriptionI/O
PWMExternal input to DRV2604L IN/TRIG pinInput/Observe
ENExternal DRV2604L enable controlInput/Observe
OUT+/OUT–Output
Filtered output test points for observation, connect to oscilloscope or
measurement equipment
OUTUnfiltered output terminal block, connect to actuatorOutput
USBUSB power (5 V)Input
VBATExternal Supply Power (2.5 V–5.5 V)Input
SBWMSP430 programming headerInput/Output
I2CDRV2604L and MSP430 I2C busInput/Output
The audio jack is connected to the IN/TRIG pin of the DRV2604L. When the
AudioDRV2604L is in analog input mode, an analog signal from this jack controlsInput
the amplitude envelope of the output waveform.
Hardware configuration details can be found in the following sections.
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The DRV2604LEVM-CT can be powered by USB or an external power supply (VBAT). Jumpers DRV and
MSP are used to select USB or VBAT for the DRV2604L and MSP430G2553, respectively. See the
following table for possible configurations.
Hardware Configuration
Figure 18. Power Jumper Selection
Supply ConfigurationDRVMSPDRV2604L Supply Voltage
USB – BothUSBUSB5 V
DRV2604L external supply,
MSP430 USB
External supply – bothVBATVBATVBAT
USB with 3.3-V LDO
(1)
The DRV2604L supply must be on before operating the MSP430.
(2)
If a 3.3-V DRV2604L supply voltage is preferred while using the USB as the power source, remove R5 and add a 0-Ω resistor
across R4.
(2)
– bothUSBUSB3.3 V (R4 = Short, R5 = Open)
4.3Using an External Actuator
Figure 19. Terminal Block and Test Points
The DRV2604LEVM-CT can be used with an external actuator. Follow the instructions below to attach an
actuator to the OUT terminal block.
1. Remove jumpers JP3 and JP4, which disconnects the on-board actuators from the DRV2604L.
2. Attach the positive and negative leads of the actuator to the green OUT terminal block keeping in mind
polarity.
3. Screw down the terminal block to secure the actuator leads.
It is important to use the green terminal block when connecting an external actuator. The OUT+ and OUT–
test points have low-pass filters and should only be used for oscilloscope and bench measurements.
(1)
VBATUSBVBAT
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ShortedMSP430
OpenExternal GPIO using PWM test point
Hardware Configuration
Figure 21. External Trigger Control
The DRV2604L internal waveform sequencer can be triggered by controlling the IN/TRIG pin. There are
two external trigger options: edge trigger and level trigger. See the data sheet for more information on
these Input Trigger Modes.
In Mode 0 in the Additional Hardware Modes section, the DRV2604L can be set in external trigger mode
and then triggered by using the trigger button control on button B4 or alternatively by applying an external
trigger signal to the PWM test point.
4.5.1MSP430 Trigger Control
1. Enter Additional Hardware Modes.
2. Select Mode 0 (00000’b) using the increment mode button (+).
•B4 – Trigger the waveform sequence using the MSP430.
4. Fill the waveform sequencer with waveforms using the external I2C port.
5. Choose either the on-board ERM or LRA using buttons B1 or B2.
6. Select either External Edge (2) or External Level (3) trigger using the B3 button. The trigger type
appears in binary on the mode LEDs.
7. Apply the external logic signal to the PWM test point to trigger the waveform.
4.6External I2C Input
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The DV2604 can be controlled by an external I2C source. Attach the external controller to the I2C header
at the top of the board; be sure to connect SDA, SCL and GND from the external source.
I2C communication is possible only when the EN pin is set high. To enable the DRV2604L and allow
external I2C control, follow the instructions below.
1. Enter Additional Hardware Modes.
2. Select Mode 0 (00000’b) using the increment mode button (+).
The analog input accepts an analog signal to control the envelope of the output waveform.
Hardware Configuration
Figure 23. Analog Input
Use the following steps to use analog input mode:
1. Apply an analog signal (not PWM) to the AUDIO jack on the left side of the board. The tip of the
inserted male 3.5 mm jack is applied to the IN/TRIG pin of the DRV2604L. See Figure 23.
2. Enter Additional Hardware Modes.
3. Select Mode 5 (00101’b) using the increment mode button (+).
4. In Mode 5, choose button B1–B4, depending on the actuator and input coupling.
•B1 – AC Coupling – ERM
•B2 – DC Coupling – ERM
•B3 – AC Coupling – LRA
•B4 – DC Coupling – LRA
5. Enable the analog input signal.
5Measurement and Analysis
The DRV2604L uses PWM modulation to create the output signal for both ERM and LRA actuators. To
measure and observe the DRV2604L output waveform, connect an oscilloscope or other measurement
equipment to the filtered output test points, OUT+ and OUT–.
Figure 24. Terminal Block and Test Points
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The DRV2604L drives LRA and ERM actuators using a 20-kHz PWM modulated waveform, but only the
frequencies around the LRA resonant frequency or the ERM DC drive voltage are relevant to the haptic
actuator vibration. The higher frequency switching content does not contribute to the vibration strength of
the actuator and can make it difficult to interpret the modulated output waveform on an oscilloscope. The
oscilloscope image on the left shows the DRV2604L unfiltered waveform and the image on the right
shows a filtered version used for observation and measurement.
If the DRV2604LEVM-CT filter is not used, TI recommends using a 1st-order, low-pass filter with a cutoff
between 1kHz and 3.5kHz . Below is a recommended output filter for use while measuring and
characterizing the DRV2604L in the lab.
Figure 27. Measuring the DRV2604L Output Signal with an Analog Low-Pass Filter
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The MSP430 firmware on the DRV2604LEVM-CT can be modified or reprogrammed to create new haptic
effects or behaviors. Find the latest firmware source code and binaries on ti.com. Follow the instructions
below to modify or reprogram the DRV2604LEVM-CT.
1. Purchase one of the following MSP430G2553 compatible programmers:
•LaunchPad (MSP-EXP430G2) – requires the additional purchase of a header for J4
•MSP430-FET430UIF – requires a JTAG to Spy-Bi-Wire adapter (MSP-JTAGSBW if available)
2. Download and install Code Compose Studio (CCS) or IAR Embedded Workbench IDE.
3. Download the DRV2604LEVM-CT source code and binaries from ti.com.
4. Connect the programmer to an available USB port.
5. Connect the programmer to the SBW header on the DRV2604LEVM-CT.
6. In CCS,
(a) Open the project file by selecting Project→Import Existing CCS Project.
(b) Select Browse and navigate to the DRV2604LEVM-CT project folder, then press OK.
(c) Select the checkbox next to the DRV2604LEVM-CT project in the Discovered projects window and
then press Finish.
(d) Before compiling, navigate to Project→Properties→Build→MSP430 Compiler→Advanced
Options→Language Options and make sure the checkbox for Enable support for GCC extensions(–gcc) is checked.
7. In IAR,
(a) Create a new MSP430 project in IAR,
(b) Select the MSP430G2553 device,
(c) Copy the files in the project folder downloaded from ti.com to the new project directory.
Figure 28 shows the connection between the MSP430 LaunchPad (MSP-EXP430G2) and the
DRV2604LEVM-CT.
Modifying or Reprogramming the Firmware
Figure 28. LaunchPad Programmer Connection
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The DRV2604LEVM-CT contains a MSP430G2553 low-cost microcontroller which controls the board and
contains sample haptic effects. The pin-out for the microcontroller is found in Table 5.
#LabelDescription
1P1.1Green LED
2P1.2Yellow LED
3P1.3Blue LED
4P1.4VREF+
5P1.5Audio-to-Haptics
6P3.1Enable
7P3.0Actuator Mode Selection
8NC
color ring is secured)
38 NRS-25741AVM1NRS-2574ACTUATOR VIBRATION MOTOR 1,3V 9000 RPM ROHSSANYO
39 ELV1036A1--ACTUATOR - LINEAR VIBRATOR, 2VRMSAAC
40 -1--MetalBlock (Custom Block, Heavy Metal, See metal block spec)Heavy Metal
41 3-5-468MP1-3M9724-NDTAPE TRANSFER ADHESIVE 3" X 5YD3M
42 2-5-4466W1-3M9962-NDTAPE POLY FOAM 2" x 5YD3M
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•Changed C1 and C2 designator value to 1.0 μF in schematic..................................................................... 23
•Changed contents of item 12 in BOM................................................................................................. 27
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Certain Instructions. User shall operate EVMs within TI’s recommended specifications and environmental considerations per the user’s
guide, accompanying documentation, and any other applicable requirements. Exceeding the specified ratings (including but not limited to
input and output voltage, current, power, and environmental ranges) for EVMs may cause property damage, personal injury or death. If
there are questions concerning these ratings, user should contact a TI field representative prior to connecting interface electronics including
input power and intended loads. Any loads applied outside of the specified output range may result in unintended and/or inaccurate
operation and/or possible permanent damage to the EVM and/or interface electronics. Please consult the applicable EVM user's guide prior
to connecting any load to the EVM output. If there is uncertainty as to the load specification, please contact a TI field representative. During
normal operation, some circuit components may have case temperatures greater than 60°C as long as the input and output are maintained
at a normal ambient operating temperature. These components include but are not limited to linear regulators, switching transistors, pass
transistors, and current sense resistors which can be identified using EVMs’ schematics located in the applicable EVM user's guide. When
placing measurement probes near EVMs during normal operation, please be aware that EVMs may become very warm. As with all
electronic evaluation tools, only qualified personnel knowledgeable in electronic measurement and diagnostics normally found in
development environments should use EVMs.
Agreement to Defend, Indemnify and Hold Harmless. User agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold TI, its directors, officers, employees,
agents, representatives, affiliates, licensors and their representatives harmless from and against any and all claims, damages, losses,
expenses, costs and liabilities (collectively, "Claims") arising out of, or in connection with, any handling and/or use of EVMs. User’s
indemnity shall apply whether Claims arise under law of tort or contract or any other legal theory, and even if EVMs fail to perform as
described or expected.
Safety-Critical or Life-Critical Applications. If user intends to use EVMs in evaluations of safety critical applications (such as life support),
and a failure of a TI product considered for purchase by user for use in user’s product would reasonably be expected to cause severe
personal injury or death such as devices which are classified as FDA Class III or similar classification, then user must specifically notify TI
of such intent and enter into a separate Assurance and Indemnity Agreement.
RADIO FREQUENCY REGULATORY COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FOR EVALUATION MODULES
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) evaluation boards, kits, and/or modules (EVMs) and/or accompanying hardware that is marketed, sold,
or loaned to users may or may not be subject to radio frequency regulations in specific countries.
General Statement for EVMs Not Including a Radio
For EVMs not including a radio and not subject to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or Industry Canada (IC)
regulations, TI intends EVMs to be used only for engineering development, demonstration, or evaluation purposes. EVMs are not finished
products typically fit for general consumer use. EVMs may nonetheless generate, use, or radiate radio frequency energy, but have not been
tested for compliance with the limits of computing devices pursuant to part 15 of FCC or the ICES-003 rules. Operation of such EVMs may
cause interference with radio communications, in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may
be required to correct this interference.
General Statement for EVMs including a radio
User Power/Frequency Use Obligations: For EVMs including a radio, the radio included in such EVMs is intended for development and/or
professional use only in legally allocated frequency and power limits. Any use of radio frequencies and/or power availability in such EVMs
and their development application(s) must comply with local laws governing radio spectrum allocation and power limits for such EVMs. It is
the user’s sole responsibility to only operate this radio in legally acceptable frequency space and within legally mandated power limitations.
Any exceptions to this are strictly prohibited and unauthorized by TI unless user has obtained appropriate experimental and/or development
licenses from local regulatory authorities, which is the sole responsibility of the user, including its acceptable authorization.
U.S. Federal Communications Commission Compliance
For EVMs Annotated as FCC – FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Part 15 Compliant
Caution
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Interference Statement for Class A EVM devices
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at its own expense.
FCC Interference Statement for Class B EVM devices
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Industry Canada Compliance (English)
For EVMs Annotated as IC – INDUSTRY CANADA Compliant:
This Class A or B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Concerning EVMs Including Radio Transmitters
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Concerning EVMs Including Detachable Antennas
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain
approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should
be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed in the user guide with the maximum
permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain
greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Canada Industry Canada Compliance (French)
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A ou B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada
Les changements ou les modifications pas expressément approuvés par la partie responsable de la conformité ont pu vider l’autorité de
l'utilisateur pour actionner l'équipement.
Concernant les EVMs avec appareils radio
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Concernant les EVMs avec antennes détachables
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain
maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à
l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente
(p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.
Le présent émetteur radio a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés dans le manuel
d’usage et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans
cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.
Important Notice for Users of EVMs Considered “Radio Frequency Products” in Japan
EVMs entering Japan are NOT certified by TI as conforming to Technical Regulations of Radio Law of Japan.
If user uses EVMs in Japan, user is required by Radio Law of Japan to follow the instructions below with respect to EVMs:
1. Use EVMs in a shielded room or any other test facility as defined in the notification #173 issued by Ministry of Internal Affairs and
Communications on March 28, 2006, based on Sub-section 1.1 of Article 6 of the Ministry’s Rule for Enforcement of Radio Law of
Japan,
2. Use EVMs only after user obtains the license of Test Radio Station as provided in Radio Law of Japan with respect to EVMs, or
3. Use of EVMs only after user obtains the Technical Regulations Conformity Certification as provided in Radio Law of Japan with respect
to EVMs. Also, do not transfer EVMs, unless user gives the same notice above to the transferee. Please note that if user does not
follow the instructions above, user will be subject to penalties of Radio Law of Japan.
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