The Texas Instruments DS90UB954-Q1EVM evaluation module (EVM) is a functional board design for
evaluating the DS90UB954-Q1 FPD-Link III deserializer, which converts serialized camera data to MIPI
CSI-2 for processing. The MIPI CSI-2 output has four available lanes, and can be configured for either
four-lane output or replicated two-lane output. When paired with a DS90UB953-Q1 serializer, the
DS90UB954-Q1 receives data from imagers supporting up to 2MP/60fps and 4MP/30fps cameras as well
as satellite RADAR. The DS90UB954-Q1 also supports up to 1MP/60fps and 2MP/30fps imagers when
coupled with DS90UB913A/933 serializers.
The DS90UB954-Q1EVM is configured for communication with a DS90UB953-Q1 on channel 0 (RX0),
and a DS90UB933-Q1 on channel 1 (RX1). The EVM has two Rosenberger FAKRA connectors and
configurable power-over-coax (POC) voltage for connecting the camera modules (not included). FPD-Link
III interfaces also includes a separate low latency bi-directional control channel that conveys control
information from an I2C port. General purpose I/O signals such as those required for camera
synchronization and functional safety features also make use of this bi-directional control channel to
program registers in the DS90UB954-Q1 as well as the connected serializer and any remote I2C
connected devices. There is an onboard MSP430 which functions as a USB2ANY bridge for interfacing
with a PC for evaluation. The USB2ANY interfaces with the Analog LaunchPAD GUI tool.
The DS90UB954-Q1EVM offers two power over coax interfaces (POC) to connect cameras through a
coaxial cable with FAKRA connectors. Power is delivered on the same conductor that is used to transmit
video and control channel data between the host and the camera. By default, 5V power supply is applied
over the coax cable. Refer to Table 2 for other POC configurations.
NOTE: For port RX0, the POC network is configured for a DS90UB953-Q1, and for RX1 the POC
network is configured for a DS90UB933-Q1. Only use a serializer EVM with the correct POC
network. To use POC with two DS90UB953-Q1 or DS90UB933-Q1 EVM's, one of the POC
networks must be reworked. You may also open the POC circuit and power the serializer
EVM directly from another supply.
For power over coax (POC) on the EVM, the circuit uses a filter network as shown in Figure 6. The POC
network frequency response corresponds to the bandwidth compatible with DS90UB953-Q1 chipsets.
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Figure 5. Power Over Coax Network For Use With DS90UB953
Figure 6. Power Over Coax Network For Use With DS90UB933
WARNING
Verify that the power over coax voltage is properly set before
plugging into RX0 or RX1. Power supply is not fused. Over-voltage
will cause damage to boards directly connected due to incorrect
input power supplies. DS90UB913A-Q1EVM is designed for a
maximumof5VPOC.TouseDS90UB913A-Q1EVMwith
DS90UB954-Q1EVM, open J17 or J18 to disable POC, and either
power the DS90UB913A-Q1EVM separately or by applying 5V to the
J17 or J18 pin on DS90UB954-Q1EVM.
Table 2. Power Over Coax Power Supply Feed Configuration
ReferenceSignalDescription
This sets the voltage for Power over Coax on RX0
J18VPOC_RX0
J17VPOC_RX1
Jumper installed: +9V power supply from VPOC_LDO0_9V
Jumper Open: No POC connected. Apply power to pin1 or leave
open and power serializer separately.
This sets the voltage for Power over Coax on RX1
Jumper installed: +9V power supply from VPOC_LDO1_9V
Jumper Open: No POC connected. Apply power to pin1 or leave
There are two options provided for passing out the deserialized data on the DS90UB954-Q1EVM. The first
is a Samtec QSH-type connector, J24, on the top of the board that can be mated with a matching QTH
type connector. The mating connector part number for the J24 connector is QTH-020-01-H-D-DP-A. On
the bottom of the board is a Samtec QTH-type connector, J26, meant for mating with a TDAx evaluation
kit. The signals to the connectors are the same, including access to I2C and other signals including PDB
and GPIO. Only one connector should be used at a time. If the J6 connector on the bottom is to be used,
populate the zero ohm resistors on the bottom of the board which extend the traces to the J26 connector.
There are third party solutions like the HDR-128291-XX breakout board from Samtec which can be used.
The HDR- 128291-XX is a breakout board with a mating connector to J24 or J26, providing access to
each pin through standard SMA male connectors. More info on this breakout board can be obtained from
Samtec website. Another third party option is the ZX100 by Zebax Technologies. More information on this
board can be obtained from Zebax website.
RX0pRIN0+FAKRA connector for DS90UB953-Q1 serializer
RX0nRIN0-FAKRA connector footprint for use with STP applications.
RX1RIN1+FAKRA connector for DS90UB933-Q1 serializer
3.6I2C Interface
In addition to the on-board USB2ANY controller accessible via the mini-USB port, a standalone external
I2C host can connect via J25 for programming purposes. Examples of external I2C host controllers are
Texas Instruments USB2ANY and Total Phase Aardvark I2C/SPI host adapter (Total Phase Part#:
TP240141).
When the I2C interface is accessed through connector J25, I2C signal levels can be configured through
J16 to be at 1.8V or 3.3V. Optional access to I2C signals are also available via CSI-2 connectors J24 (top)
and J26 (bottom).
D3RedVDDIOIlluminates on VDDIO Power
D4RedVDD5VIlluminates on +5V
D5RedVDD_EXTIlluminates if 12V Power is applied to DC-IN J24
D6OrangeVPOC_RX1Illuminates if VPOC_RX1 is ON
D7OrangeVPOC_RX0Illuminates if VPOC_RX0 is ON
D8OrangePASSIlluminates if PASS pin is HIGH
D9GreenLOCKIlluminates if LOCK pin is HIGH
D10GreenGPIO6Illuminates if GPIO6 is HIGH
D11GreenGPIO5Illuminates if GPIO5 is HIGH
D12GreenGPIO4Illuminates if GPIO48 is HIGH
D13GreenGPIO3/INTBIlluminates if GPIO3 is HIGH, or GPIO3 disabled (pulled-up)
D14GreenGPIO2Illuminates if GPIO2 is HIGH
D15GreenGPIO1Illuminates if GPIO1 is HIGH
D16GreenGPIO0Illuminates if GPIO0 is HIGH
4Enable and Reset
The DS90UB954-Q1 is enabled and reset by controlling the PDB input level. PDB has an internal pull
down, and should remain low until all supplies are stable. There are three device enable and reset/power-
down options for the EVM.
•RC timing option: The RC delay created with C123 and R131 connected to the PDB pin is the default
option for delaying PDB on the EVM. This is used for simplicity of debugging and using the device. TI
recommends using a GPIO signal from a host process or to drive PDB after all rails have settled in
customer designs.
•External control option: A momentary push-button switch, SW1, is available for manually driving the
PDB signal low while the button is held.
•Software control option: The PDB pin is also made available in the J24 and J26 CSI-2 output
connectors, allowing a host processor to control the PDB pin.
A termination device is required to properly monitor and measure the transmission of the MIPI DPHY
signals. The termination device should support the change of signals as it switches between LP and HS
modes. This can be provided by either a CSI-2 receiver or a dedicated dynamic termination board. The
recommended termination board is the UNH-IOL MIPI D-PHY Reference Termination Board (RTB).
7Typical Test Setup
Figure 7 illustrate the typical test setups used to measure and evaluate DS90UB954-Q1.
Figure 7 shows a typical test set up using a logic analyzer or oscilloscope.
Latest TI Analog LaunchPAD can be downloaded from: http://www.ti.com/tool/alp.
Download and extract the zip file to a temporary location that can be deleted later.
The following installation instructions are for a PC running Windows 7 64-bit Operating System.
10.3 Installation of the ALP Software
Execute the ALP Setup Wizard program called “ALPF_setup_v_x_x_x.exe” that was extracted to a
temporary location on the local drive of your PC.
There are 7 steps to the installation once the setup wizard is started:
1. Select the "Next" button.
2. Select “I accept the agreement” and then select the “Next” button.
3. Select the location to install the ALP software and then select the “Next” button.
4. Select the location for the start menu shortcut and then select the “Next” button.
5. There will then be a screen that allows the creation of a desktop icon. After selecting the desired
choices select the “Next” button.
6. Select the “Install” button, and the software will then be installed to the selected location.
7. Uncheck “Launch Analog LaunchPAD” and select the “Finish” button. The ALP software will start if
“Launch Analog LaunchPAD” is checked, but it will not be useful until the USB driver is installed and
board is attached.
Power the DS90UB954-Q1 EVM board with a 12 VDC power supply.
Make sure all the software has been installed and the hardware is powered on and connected to the PC.
Execute “Analog LaunchPAD” shortcut from the start menu. The default start menu location is under All
Programs > Texas Instruments > Analog LaunchPAD vx.x.x > Analog LaunchPAD to start MainGUI.exe.
Software for DS90UB954Q1-EVM Evaluation - Analog LaunchPAD (ALP) Software Setup
Figure 8. Launching ALP Splash Screen
Upon first launch of the Analog LaunchPAD utility, the default device will be DS90UB925. The active
device can be seen as highlighted in ,here showing the DS90UB954 as active. If the active device is
already set to DS90UB954 you may skip to .
Select the active profile and click "Remove". Scroll down the list of available profiles to DS90UB954, click
to highlight it, click "Add", and click "Ok".
Software for DS90UB954Q1-EVM Evaluation - Analog LaunchPAD (ALP) Software Setup