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Scope
This document covers the initial connection and installation of the Texas Instruments bq76PL536
Evaluation Module (EVM), supplied in kit form including the EVM board, the Aardvark USB-SPI adapter,
and connectors to make cells-to-EVM connection. It is not meant as a comprehensive guide to using the
'536 integrated circuit and its' features. See the device data sheet for details (SLUSA08).
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Software Installation
2.1
PC Requirements
1. Pentium 1.66GHz (Core™2 or better recommended)
2. Windows-XP™ SP2 (software has not been tested with Windows Vista™/Win7)
3. Windows .NET™ 2.0 or later, with updates
4. Available USB powered-port (hub OK if wall adapter used)
2.2
Installing the Aardvark Driver
The Aardvark driver must be installed before attaching the adapter for the first
time.
The Aardvark driver should be installed prior to installing the TI supplied bq76PL536 Evaluation software.
From the CD-ROM, run the file "/Tools/Aardvark/Drivers/TotalPhaseUSB-v2.xx.exe" to install the drivers. If
prompted to do so, plug in the Aardvark to an available USB port using the supplied cable. The port must
be a powered-port, typically directly from a PC. Use of a USB non-powered hub may not provide sufficient
operating current for the Aardvark or EVM to operate correctly.
2.3
Installing the bq76PL536 Evaluation Software
From the CD-ROM, run the file "/Software/bq76PL536 Evaluation Software x_x_x.msi" to install, where the
"x_x_x" is replaced by the current build number. Installation is automatic. This installs the GUI (Graphical
User Interface) software for Windows. As new versions are released, they may be installed over the
existing version.
Windows-XP, Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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- Page 1 EVM Quick Start Guide Scope This document covers the initial connection and installation of the Texas Instruments bq76PL536 Evaluation Module (EVM), supplied in kit form including the EVM board, the Aardvark USB-SPI adapter, and connectors to make cells-to-EVM connection. It is not meant as a comprehensive guide to using the '536 integrated circuit and its' features.
- Page 2 TI recommends that users unfamiliar with the EVM and/or li-ion cells begin by using power supplies as outlined in the next section. SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated...
- Page 3 Lethal DC voltages may be present for these configurations. Contact with these voltages may result in serious injury or death. Use appropriate safety precautions. SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated...
- Page 4 Jumpers Installed – Power Supply Bq76pl536 EVM-3 220µF 220µF 220µF Figure 2. Alternate Connection for Single 54V Supply SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated...
- Page 5 (18K) does not supply sufficient current to IC’s Figure 5. Incorrect Connections, Top IC Not Powered, IC1,2 Insufficient V SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated...
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Page 6: Connection Notes
ISO-COMMS section does not eliminate the need for safe handling procedures, proper High-Voltage equipment and protective clothing. Proper safety procedures should always be followed. SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated... -
Page 7: Quick Check
REG50 output. VIEW AS... Shows the ratio of the measured input voltage to REG50 as a percentage. SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated... - Page 8 Green normally indicates a logic 0 condition, and red a logic one condition. Gray indicates undefined. SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated...
- Page 9 Check this box to view a dynamic plot of data collected during polling. See PLOTTING for further information on configuring the plotter. SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated...
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Page 10: Menus And Commands
VBRICK, and TS1, TS2, in that order) to the clipboard, and subsequent copying to a document or spreadsheet.measurements. It will also create Eprom programmable image for Bq76PL536 OTP EPROM Programmer SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated... - Page 11 REFRESH updates the screen contents, and is equivalent to the large REFRESH button in the Volatile registers area. SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated...
- Page 12 – this error results from an attempted poll to a device which does not exist. Figure 7. SPI Monitor Showing Communications Error SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated...
- Page 13 ADC_ON bit back to 0. This is done around each conversion request, whether hardware or software SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated...
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Page 14: Plot View
Plot View Figure 8. Magnified Window View of the Effect of Cell Balancing for Cells 1-3-5. SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated... - Page 15 PRINT – the graphic to a printer PRINT PREVIEW – see what the graphic will look like on your printer before printing. SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated...
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Page 16: Packing List
Mating battery connector, 7 pos receptacle 2 pin jumpers, .025” post, 0.10” cntr CD-ROM containing software and documentation SLUU437B – October 2010 – Revised May 2011 bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2010–2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated... -
Page 17: Evaluation Board/Kit Important Notice
Evaluation Board/Kit Important Notice Texas Instruments (TI) provides the enclosed product(s) under the following conditions: This evaluation board/kit is intended for use for ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT, DEMONSTRATION, OR EVALUATION PURPOSES ONLY and is not considered by TI to be a finished end-product fit for general consumer use. Persons handling the product(s) must have electronics training and observe good engineering practice standards. -
Page 18: Important Notice
IMPORTANT NOTICE Texas Instruments Incorporated and its subsidiaries (TI) reserve the right to make corrections, modifications, enhancements, improvements, and other changes to its products and services at any time and to discontinue any product or service without notice. Customers should obtain the latest relevant information before placing orders and should verify that such information is current and complete. - Page 19 Mouser Electronics Authorized Distributor Click to View Pricing, Inventory, Delivery & Lifecycle Information: Texas Instruments BQ76PL536EVM-3...