This user’s guide describes the TPS25741 and TPS25741A evaluation module (TPS25741EVM-802 and
TPS25741AEVM-802). The TPS25741EVM-802 and TPS25741AEVM-802 contain evaluation and
reference circuitry for the TPS25741 and TPS25741A, which are dedicated USB Type-C™ power delivery
(PD) source controllers. The TPS25741 and TPS25741A devices support multiplexing of two existing input
voltage rails onto VBUS. This feature is uniquely suitable for desktop applications where 5 V and 12 V (or
5 V and 9 V) already exist. These EVMs are designed to highlight the mux feature, by using 2 Buck
converters to create 5 V and 12 V (or 5 V and 9 V) and then multiplex between them. The EVMs are also
designed to support port power management (PPM) for dual-port applications, by connecting two EVMs
together. In addition, this EVM supports BC1.2 charging using the TPS2514A connected to the DP and
DM line.
This EVM features a barrel jack input with reverse voltage protection to allow for easy demonstration using
a 24-V, 60-W output adapter.
The TPS25741EVM-802 and TPS25741AEVM-802 allow performance evaluation of the TPS25741 and
TPS25741A devices in a desktop-like application. Note that the two Buck converters are only used to
generate stable 5 V and 12 V/20 V (or 5 V and 9 V/15 V) power rails, in the same manner as desktops.
The TPS25741 and TPS25741A devices can be powered from the input of the DC/DC converter and do
not require an external LDO. The 5-V converter will not turn ON unless an upstream facing port (UFP) is
inserted. The 12-V converter is always on but will not be multiplexed onto VBUS until 12-V contract is
made.
Introduction
1.1Features
This EVM supports the following features:
•USB Type-C PD communication protocol via CC1 and CC2 pins.
•2 output voltage selection depending on request.
– 5 V, 12 V or 5 V, 20 V for TPS25741EVM-802
– 5 V, 9 V or 5 V, 15 V for TPS25741AEVM-802
•Up to 3-A output current for all voltage levels, the default is 3 A.
•Smooth voltage transitions per USB PD2.0 specification.
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5 V
Diode
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OFFON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
0 V
Diode
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12 V
VBUS
GDNG
G5V
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1.3Electrical Specifications
Table 1 lists the EVM electrical specifications.
Table 1. TPS25741 and TPS25741A EVM Electrical and Performance Specifications at 25°C
CharacteristicTPS25741EVM-802TPS25741AEVM-802
Input Voltage Range (Recommended)22 V to 28 V22 V to 28 V
Input Voltage Range (Abs Max)0 V to 28 V0 V to 28 V
Operating Output CurrentDefault: 3 A
Overcurrent ProtectionDefault: 4.2 A
Output Voltages5 V, 12 V, 20 V5 V, 9 V, 15 V
Advertised Voltages5 V, 12 V, 20 V5 V, 9 V, 15 V
Advertised Current3 A (default)3 A (default)
2Description
Referring to the schematics in Figure 3 and Figure 4, a 24-V DC input is applied at the J11 terminals or J9
and J13 connectors. There are two DC_DC output nodes, which are regulated by two separate TPS54531
(U1, U4) and associated circuitry.
A USB Type-C UFP is plugged in at J12. When the TPS25741 or TPS25741A detects the UFP via CC1 or
CC2, then Q7 will be turned on by GDNG. If a 5-V contract is established, Q8 will be turned on by G5V, so
5 V will be applied onto the VBUS. If a 12-V contract is established, Q8 is turned off first and then Q3 and
Q4 are turned on by GDPG, so 12 V will be applied onto the VBUS. The voltage request is processed by
the TPS25741 or TPS25741A and then is relayed by gate drivers (GDNG, G5V, GDPG). The relationship
between the VBUS and gate drivers is shown in Figure 2.
Configurable to 5 A
Configurable to 6.3 A
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Default: 3 A
Configurable to 5 A
Default: 4.2 A
Configurable to 6.3 A
Figure 2. Switching Between 5 V and 12 V Using GDNG, G5V, and GDPG
The DC-DC converter can also implement a power saving feature when in unattached status. U4 is not
enabled until a valid UFP is inserted. By using the enable pin of TPS54531, power consumption can be
minimized. To configure U4 as always on, remove R45 and R51 and install R21.
For more information and detailed design information, refer to the TPS25741 and TPS25741A data sheet
(SLVSDJ5).
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4Configuring the EVM
4.1Physical Access
Table 2 lists the TPS25741EVM connector and functionality, Table 3 describes the default jumper
configuration, and Table 4 describes the test point availability.
ConnectorLabelDescription
J13VINPower bus input. Apply bus input voltage between J13 and J9.
J14VBUSOutput voltage that is applied to the VBUS of the USB Type-C cable. J14 along with J8 can
J9, J8GNDPower bus input return connector
J11J11Barrel jack input from an AC to DC power supply
J12J12USB Type-C receptacle
D9VINThis Green LED indicates input power supply
D12, D5DCDC_5V,
DCDC_2
D2, D3, D4AUDIO
DEBUG
POL
D13, D11, D105 V
9 V/12 V
15 V/20 V
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Table 2. Connector and LED Functionality
be used to apply an external load.
The two Green LEDs indicate whether upstream DCDCs are on
D2 indicates when the AUDIO accessary adaptor is inserted
D3 indicates when the DEBUG accessary adaptor is inserted
D4 indicates when the UFP is inserted on positive orientation
D13 indicates when output voltage is 5 V
D11 indicates when output voltage is 9 V or 12 V
D10 indicates when output voltage is 15 V or 20 V
Table 3. Jumper Functionality
JumperLabelDescription
J4PSEL/PCTRLUsed to program the PSEL and PCTRL pins of the TPS25741 and TPS25741A. This advertises
J3HIPWR/ENMVUsed to program the HIPWR and EN12V/EN9V pins of the TPS25741 and TPS25741A. This
J16V_CableUsed to disconnect D2, D3, D4
J18V_LEDUsed to disconnect D10, D11, D13
J15BC 1.2Used to enable or disable the BC1.2 function
J5VPWRUsed to select power source for VPWR
J6VPDDUsed to select power source for VDD
J10, J7CC1, CC2Used to put Ra or Rd to CC lines
J1, J17Used to connect two EVMs together to enable PPM
J2Used to enable two EVMs to share a single power supply when doing PPM
the power level to the UFP. Install a single shunt in the P1, P2, P3, or P4 position. Optionally, a
second shunt can be installed in the PCTRL position. The position locations are shown in
Figure 5 and also on the PCB silk screen near J4.
P1 position: PSEL = 93 W
P2 position (default): PSEL = 65 W
P3 position: PSEL = 45 W
P4 position: PSEL = 36 W
PCTRL position (shunt installed): PMAX = PSEL/2
PCTRL position (no shunt installed-default): PMAX = PSEL
advertises maximum voltage and maximum current to the UFP. Install a single shunt in the H1,
H2, H3, or H4 position. Optionally, a second shunt can be installed in the EN12V position. The
position locations are shown in Figure 4 and also on the PCB silk screen near J3. V1 = 5 V, V2 =
9 V or 12 V, V3 = 15 V or 20 V
EN12V or EN9V = HIGH (no shunt installed-default) => V1 and V2
EN12V or EN9V = LOW (shunt installed) => No V2
H1 position: V3 and IMAX = 5 A (OCP = 6.3 A)
H2 position: => V3 and IMAX = 3 A (OCP = 4.2 A)
H3 position: No V3 and IMAX = 5 A (OCP = 6.3 A)
H4 position (default): No V3 and IMAX = 3 A (OCP = 4.2 A)
Advertised current at Vx => Ix = min(PMAX/Vx, IMAX)
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TP13VINInput voltage
TP18DCDC_5VOutput of the 5 V Buck
TP17DCDC_2Output of the higher voltage Buck
TP1/TP3
/TP10
TP7,
TP4
TP8/TP9 GDPG/PFE
TP14/TP15G5V/GDNG NFETs Gate test points
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GNDOutput ground test points
CC1, CC2CC lines test points
PFETs Drain and Source test points
T_S
TP5,
TP6
CTL1, CTL2 Control signals coming from the TPSP25741 and TPS25741A that adjust the output voltage of the buck
boost converter based on the following table:
Voltage Contained in PDO Requested by UFPCTL2 StateCTL1 State
5 VHigh-zHigh-z
12 V or 9 VLowHigh-z
20 V or 15 VLowLow
NOTE: DCDC_2 voltage is changed dynamically from V2 to V3 (or V3 to V2)
by CTL1. For V1 to V3 (or V3 to V1) transitions, a momentary pause
at V2 may be observed in the VBUS waveform. To inhibit the
momentary pause at V2, the CTL1 signal may be connected to GND
to default DCDC_2 at the V3 voltage instead of the V2 voltage. For
this configuration, use a jumper wire from TP5 to TP1, TP3, or TP10.
TP11VCONNVCONN test points
TP16VBUSVoltage that is applied to the VBUS of the USB Type-C receptacle and cable
4.2Setting Advertisement Levels with J4 and J3
The advertised power, voltages, and currents can be configured using J4 and J3 as shown in Figure 5.
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Figure 5. Setting Advertisement Levels with J4 and J3
The following is required to set up the equipment:
•Power supply capable of 24 V and preferably 3 A (72 W)
•Resistive or electronic load
•PD-capable UFP to negotiate voltages.
•USB Type-C cable
5Operation
Use the following steps to operate the EVM:
•Turn on the input power supply to 24 V.
•Connect the UFP to the TPS25741 or TPS25741A EVM through a USB Type-C cable.
•Make desired voltage requests from the UFP to TPS25741 or TPS25741A EVM.
•Connect load between J8 and J14 as desired to test features and other performance.
6Test Results
This section provides typical performance waveforms for the TPS25741EVM-802 and TPS25741AEVM802 with VIN= 24 V at different load conditions. Actual performance data is affected by measurement
techniques and environmental variables; therefore, these curves are presented for reference and may
differ from actual results obtained.
Configuring the EVM
Figure 6. Mux Between 5 V and 12 V at No LoadFigure 7. Mux Between 5 V and 12 V at 3 A
Figure 8. Mux Between 5 V and 20 V at No LoadFigure 9. Mux Between 5 V and 20 V at 3 A
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U51USB Dedicated Charging Port Controller, DBV0006ADBV0006ATPS2514ADBVRTexas Instruments TPS2514ADBVTTexas Instruments
FID1, FID2, FID30Fiducial mark. There is nothing to buy or mount.FiducialN/AN/A
R4, R21, R5200RES, 0, 5%, 0.063 W, 04020402ERJ-2GE0R00XPanasonic
TP110RedTest Point, TH, Miniature, RedKeystone50005000Keystone-TP120WhiteTest Point, Miniature, White, THWhite Miniature
Testpoint
5002Keystone
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