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About This Manual
How to Use This Manual
Preface
Read This First
This user’s guide describes the characteristics, operation, and use of
the following evaluation boards:
- TLC3578 EVM Bipolar-Input, 8-channel 14-bit serial analog-to-digital
converter
- TLC3574 EVM Bipolar-Input, 4-channel 14-bit serial analog-to-digital
- TLC3548 EVM Unipolar-Input, 8-channel 14-bit serial analog-to-digital
- TLC3544 EVM Unipolar-Input, 4-channel 14-bit serial analog-to-digital
- TLC2578 EVM Bipolar-Input, 8-channel 12-bit serial analog-to-digital
- TLC2574 EVM Bipolar-Input, 4-channel 12-bit serial analog-to-digital
A complete circuit description as well as schematic diagram and bill of
materials is included. Contact the Product Information Center or e-mail
dataconvapps@list.ti.com
How to Use This Manual
This document contains the following chapters:
- Chapter 1—EVM Overview
- Chapter 2—Analog Interface
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for questions regarding this EVM.
- Chapter 3—Digital Interface
- Chapter 4—Power Supply
- Chapter 5—Getting the Most From Your EVM
- Chapter 6—Bill of Materials, Board Layouts, and Schematic
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Each evaluation board is based on the equivalent ADC. All ADCs use a
synchronous serial interface which can be simply interfaced to many microcontrollers using the SPI protocol.
Each EVM also incorporates a stable voltage reference, and operational
amplifier to ensure a low-noise voltage reference for the ADC.
A block diagram for the analog interface of the EVM is shown in Figure 2−1.
Figure 2−1.Block Diagram
P1 / J1
The channels are arranged to comply with the EVM standard developed for
data converters. This standard defines eight channels of analog I/O on each
EVM module.
2.2Signal Conditioning
The facility exists for the signal connected to channel 0 to be conditioned via
an operational amplifier. The amplifier present on the EVM operates from a
dual power supply and is configured with a gain of +1.
If signal conditioning is not required, it can easily be bypassed via a shorting
bar.
Signal
Conditioning
TLC3578
TLC3574
TLC3548
TLC3544
TLC2578
TLC2574
2.3Single Supply Operation
Should the user wish to operate the amplifier from a single suply rail, this is also
possible by simply removing the dual supply amplifier and replacing it with a
suitable single supply alternative, for example the OPA353.
The suggested procedure is detailed below:
- Carefully desolder amplifier, U1
- Replace with a suitable single-supply alternative, for example TI part num-
ber OPA353UA
- Install appropriate resistor at R9
- Install appropriate capacitor at C11
- Install shorting bar at W1
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2.4Physical Pinout Description
Samtec part numbers SSW-110-22-F-D-VS-K and TSM-110-01-T-DV-P
provide a convenient 10-pin dual row header/socket combination at P1. This
header/socket provides access to the analog input pins of the TLV2553/6.
Physical Pinout Description
Consult Samtec at www.samtec.com
or 1−800−SAMTEC−9 for a variety of
mating connector options.
Table 2−1.Analog Input Pinout Description
Pin Number
HeaderSocket
P1.2J1.2CH0Channel 0 input, can be direct from P1/J1 connector or through Op-Amp
P1.4J1.4CH1Channel 1 input, direct from P1/J1 connector
P1.6J1.6CH2Channel 2 input, direct from P1/J1 connector
P1.8J1.8CH3Channel 3 input, direct from P1/J1 connector
P1.10J1.10CH4Channel 4 input, direct from P1/J1 connector
P1.12J1.12CH5Channel 5 input, direct from P1/J1 connector
P1.14J1.14CH6Channel 6 input, direct from P1/J1 connector
P1.16J1.16CH7Channel 7 input, direct from P1/J1 connector
P1.18J1.18REF−External Reference negative input
P1.20J1.20REF+External Reference positive input
SignalDescription
2.5Reference Voltage
The accuracy of conversion from a SAR ADC depends directly upon the
accuracy of the reference voltage. It is very important, therefore, that the
reference be stable, accurate and low drift.
The ADC reference pin presents a dynamic capacitive load to the amplifier.
The voltage supplied to the ADC must be capable of driving this dynamic load
properly, ensuring that the reference remain stable regardless of load.
The bipolar and unipolar devices are specified to use a different voltage for the
reference pin.
Table 2−2.ADC Reference Voltage
ADCReference Voltage
Bipolar input
TLC35783.3 V
TLC35743.3 V
TLC25783.3 V
TLC25743.3 V
Unipolar input
TLC35484.096 V
TLC35444.096 V
Analog Interface
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Configuration Options
2.6Configuration Options
There are a number of options available via shorting jumpers. These are
detailed below:
Table 2−3.Jumper Settings
Factory Set
Reference
Designator
Designator
W1Single supply operationNot installed
W2Select negative supply for op amp−VsAGND (0 V)
W3Select positive supply for op amp+Vs+Vcc (5 V)
W4Select signal source for channel 0Signal is via op ampSignal is directly from P1.2
W5Select positive voltage referenceOnboard referenceReference via P1.18
W6Select digital power5 V3.3 V
W7Select negative voltage referenceOnboard referenceReference via P1.20
W8CSTART, initiate manual conversionDisabledEnabled
W9FS modeDisabledEnabled
W10Device always selectedDisabledEnabled
Description
Condition
Position
1−22−3
Optional Position
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Chapter 3
Digital Interface
The digital interface for the EVM is simply the appropriate digital signals from
the ADC routed and presented to the 20-pin digital interface connector.
The EVM is designed for easy interfacing to multiple platforms. Samtec part
numbers SSW-110-22-F-D-VS-K and TSM-110-01-T-DV-P provide a
convenient 10-pin dual row header/socket combination.
This header/socket combination provides access to the digital control and
serial data pins of the EVM. Consult Samtec at www.samtec.com
1−800−SAMTEC−9 for a variety of mating connector options.
Table 3−1.Digital Signal Pinout Description
or
Pin Number
HeaderSocket
P3.1J3.1CSChip select selects the device for data transfer.
P3.3J3.3SCLK/CLKXData transfer clock
P3.5J3.5Reserved
P3.7J3.7FSX
P3.9J3.9FSR
P3.11J3.11SDISerial data into the device
P3.13J3.13SDOSerial data out of the device
P3.15J3.15EOC or INT/EOC†Selects either EOC or INT − see data sheet for details.
P3.17J3.17Reserved
P3.19J3.19CSTARTControl the beginning of a conversion
†
Programmable as either EOC or INT
SignalDescription
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Chapter 4
Power Supply
The EVM accepts four power supplies.
- A dual ± Vs dc supply for the dual-supply op-amps.
- A single 5.0 V dc supply for the analog section of the ADC.
- A single 3.3 V to 5 V dc supply for the digital section of the ADC.
There are two ways to provide these voltages.
- Hook-up the test points on the EVM. The test points are clearly labeled
+Vdd (3.3 V to 5 V), +5VA, +Vs (up to 18 V depending upon the amplifiers)
and –Vs (up to –18 V depending upon the amplifiers).
- Use the power connector P5/J5 and derive the voltages elsewhere.
The pinout for this connector is shown in Table 4−1.
Table 4−1.Power Connector Pinout Description
SignalP5/J5 Pin NumberSignal
+VA12−VA
+5VA34−5VA
AGND56DGND
+1.8VD78VD1
+3.3VD910+5VD
Power Supply
4-1
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Chapter 5
Getting the Most From Your EVM
A wide range of prototyping options and software solutions are available from
TI, and offer additional flexibility, reducing your time-to-market. Hardware and
software offerings from TI help you easily get from concept to hardware and
software prototype.
In general there are three hardware directions that the user can take with the
EVM.
5.1.1Stand-Alone EVM
The EVM can be used on its own. Using the EVM in this manner obliges the
user to provide a custom digital interface between the EVM and a host system.
Users are entirely responsible for ensuring proper timing requirements are met
in addition to providing any glue logic necessary. Users must also provide the
necessary analog interface and supply power to the EVM.
5.1.2DSP Interface
Depending upon the DSP that the user chooses, there are a number of TI
DSKs available. DSKs are D
starter system. They contain all the necessary hardware and software to
quickly begin prototype construction.
For example, the TMS320C6711 DSP starter kit includes the DSK hardware,
a parallel port cable to connect to a PC, a 5-V universal power supply, and a
Code Composer Studio CD-ROM containing all the necessary software.
SP Starter Kits, and provide users with a DSP
Each family of DSKs provides different physical interface options. These
interface options enable address, data, and control signals to be decoded and
used by mezzanine-level cards (such as EVMs).
To connect this EVM to any DSK requires selection of the correct interface
card. Generally the procedure is outlined below.
- Select the DSP you wish to use.
- Select the appropriate DSK.
- Select the suitable interface card.
As an example, assume that the user wishes to use the TLC3578 EVM with
the TMS320C6711 DSP, the steps that should be taken are shown below
following a side-elevation of the boards required.
TI also offer a range of low-power microcontrollers that have an SPI
interface. You can check-out these devices and order evaluation
modules at www.ti.com
A microcomputer evaluation board exists, featuring the MSP430F449
that also enables the ADC EVMs to be connected directly.
The HPA449 evaluation board, available from Softbaugh
www.softbaugh.com
80-Pin DSK Common Connector
includes the following features:
Getting the Most From Your EVM
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5-4
Chapter 6
Bill of Materials, Board Layouts, and
Schematic
This chapter contains the EVM bill of materials, board layouts and schematics.