This user's guide describes the characteristics, operation, and use of the LM48580 Evaluation Module
(EVM). A complete schematic diagram, printed-circuit board layouts, and bill of materials (BOM) are
included in this document.
To help the user investigate and evaluate the LM48580 performance and capabilities, a fully-populated
demonstration board was created. Figure 1 shows the board.
Connected to an external power supply (2.5 V ≤ VDD≤ 5.5 V) and a signal source, the LM48580
demonstration board easily exercises features of the amplifier.
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2Quick Start Guide
Use the following steps to set up the EVM board in hardware mode:
1. Short pins 1 (VDD) and 2 of J1 for normal operation.
2. Short pins 1 (VDD) and 2 on J3 to set the GAIN to 30 dB.
3. Connect the load across OUT+ and OUT–.
4. Connect a power supply (2.5 V to 5.5 V) and ground reference, respectively, to the VDD and GND
headers on the demo board.
5. Connect a differential audio input to IN+ and IN–.
6. Power on the board and observe the output on OUT+ and OUT–.
The LM48580 is a high-voltage, high-efficiency, Class H driver for ceramic speakers and piezo actuators.
The Class H architecture of the LM48580 offers significant power savings compared to traditional Class
AB amplifiers. The device provides 30 VPPoutput drive while consuming only 2.7 mA of quiescent current
from a 3.6-V supply.
The LM48580 features one fully-differential input, a programmable gain pin, and a shutdown pin. The gain
pin has three settings for 18 dB, 24 dB, and 30 dB. The LM48580 has a low power shutdown mode that
reduces quiescent current consumption to 0.5 μA.
4Operating Conditions
Table 1 lists the temperature range and supply voltage conditions for the EVM.
J1ShutdownActive Low Shutdown. Drive SHDN low to disable the device. Connect SHDN to VDD for
J2VDD/GNDPower supply and ground reference.
J3GAINGain select:
J4OUT±Positive and negative output terminals.
J5IN±Positive and negative input terminals.
7PCB Layout Guidelines
Minimize trace impedance of the power, ground and all output traces for optimum performance. Voltage
loss due to trace resistance between the LM48580 and the load results in decreased output power and
efficiency. Trace resistance between the power supply and ground has the same effect as a poorly
regulated supply: increased ripple and reduced peak output power. Use wide traces for power supply
inputs and amplifier outputs to minimize losses due to trace resistance, as well as route heat away from
the device. Proper grounding improves audio performance, minimizes crosstalk between channels and
prevents switching noise from interfering with the audio signal. Use of power and ground planes is
recommended.
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Table 2. Connections
normal operation.
GAIN = float: AV = 18 dB
GAIN = GND: AV = 24 dB
GAIN = VDD: AV = 30 dB
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