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This user's guide describes the operational use of the TPS7A78EVM-011 evaluation module (EVM) as a
reference design for engineering demonstration and evaluation of the TPS7A78, non-isolated smart linear
voltage regulator (LDO). Included in this user's guide are setup and operating instructions, thermal and
layout guidelines, a printed circuit board (PCB) layout, a schematic diagram, and a bill of materials (BOM).
Throughout this document, the terms demonstration kit, evaluation board, and evaluation module are
synonymous with the TPS7A78EVM-011.
The following related documents are available through the Texas Instruments web site at www.ti.com.
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Page 1: Related Documentation
SBVU048 – March 2019 TPS7A78EVM-011 Evaluation module This user’s guide describes the operational use of the TPS7A78EVM-011 evaluation module (EVM) as a reference design for engineering demonstration and evaluation of the TPS7A78, non-isolated smart linear voltage regulator (LDO). Included in this user’s guide are setup and operating instructions, thermal and layout guidelines, a printed circuit board (PCB) layout, a schematic diagram, and a bill of materials (BOM). -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
General Texas Instruments High Voltage Evaluation (TI HV EVM) User Safety Guidelines www.ti.com Contents ...... General Texas Instruments High Voltage Evaluation (TI HV EVM) User Safety Guidelines ........................Introduction ..................Electrical Performance Specifications ........................Schematic ........................EVM Setup ..................Equipment Connection and Operation ......................... - Page 3 Any other use and/or application are strictly prohibited by Texas Instruments. If you are not suitable qualified, you should immediately stop from further use of the HV EVM.
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Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Texas Instruments' TPS7A78EVM-011 helps design engineers evaluate the operation and performance of the TPS7A78 smart linear voltage regulator for possible use in their own circuit application. This particular EVM is intended for evaluation purposes and is not intended to be an end product. The EVM configuration contains a single 3.3-V output regulator optimized for e-metering applications. -
Page 5: Electrical Performance Specifications
Electrical Performance Specifications www.ti.com Electrical Performance Specifications Table 2 lists the electrical specifications for the TPS7A78EVM-011 evaluation board. Table 2. TPS7A78EVM-011 Electrical Performance Specifications PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS UNIT INPUT CHARACTERISTICS AC input (RMS) Wall plug (RMS) Line frequency 60/50 = 120 V (60 Hz),... -
Page 6: Evm Setup
EVM Setup www.ti.com EVM Setup This section describes how to properly connect and setup the TPS7A78EVM-011, including the jumpers and connectors on the EVM board. See Section 6 for the proper connections of test equipment. Input/Output Connectors and Jumpers Descriptions 5.1.1... -
Page 7: Test Point Functions
PF signals directly to the TP7 and TP5 test points because the digital buffer circuit is not populated with the default EVM setting. NOTE: When high-voltage differential scope probes are used when testing the TPS7A78EVM-011, the digital buffer circuit U2 in... -
Page 8: Ac Half-Bridge (Hb) And 27-Ma Load Current
EVM Setup www.ti.com 5.3.1 Startup Figure 2 Figure 5 show various start-up plots for the TPS7A78EVM-011. 1000 1000 LDO_IN LDO_IN LDO_OUT LDO_OUT -200 -200 Time (sec) Time (sec) Figure 2. Startup: 120-V Half-Bridge (HB) and 27-mA Figure 3. Startup: 120-V... -
Page 9: Equipment Connection And Operation
When High-Voltage Differential Scope Probes are used, second surge resistor R7 is not needed; jumper J5 can be shorted Figure 7. Proper Test Equipment Connections for the FB EVM Configuration SBVU048 – March 2019 TPS7A78EVM-011 Evaluation module Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2019, Texas Instruments Incorporated... -
Page 10: Proper Test Equipment Connections For The Half-Bridge (Hb) Evm Configuration
Operate the test equipment using the following steps: 1. Turn on the AC power supply. 2. Vary the respective load and input voltage, as necessary, for test purposes. TPS7A78EVM-011 Evaluation module SBVU048 – March 2019 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2019, Texas Instruments Incorporated... -
Page 11: Pcb Layout
PCB layout for this EVM. Figure 9. Assembly Layer NOTE: The silk screens for resistors R1 and R2 are flipped in Figure Figure 10. Top Layer Routing SBVU048 – March 2019 TPS7A78EVM-011 Evaluation module Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2019, Texas Instruments Incorporated... -
Page 12: Bottom Layer Routing
PCB Layout www.ti.com Figure 11. Bottom Layer Routing TPS7A78EVM-011 Evaluation module SBVU048 – March 2019 Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2019, Texas Instruments Incorporated... -
Page 13: Bill Of Materials (Bom)
These assemblies must comply with workmanship standards IPC-A-610 Class 2. Unless otherwise noted in the Alternate Part Number or Alternate Manufacturer columns, all parts may be substituted with equivalents. SBVU048 – March 2019 TPS7A78EVM-011 Evaluation module Submit Documentation Feedback Copyright © 2019, Texas Instruments Incorporated... - Page 14 STANDARD TERMS FOR EVALUATION MODULES Delivery: TI delivers TI evaluation boards, kits, or modules, including any accompanying demonstration software, components, and/or documentation which may be provided together or separately (collectively, an “EVM” or “EVMs”) to the User (“User”) in accordance with the terms set forth herein.
- Page 15 www.ti.com Regulatory Notices: 3.1 United States 3.1.1 Notice applicable to EVMs not FCC-Approved: FCC NOTICE: This kit is designed to allow product developers to evaluate electronic components, circuitry, or software associated with the kit to determine whether to incorporate such items in a finished product and software developers to write software applications for use with the end product.
- Page 16 www.ti.com Concernant les EVMs avec antennes détachables Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à...
- Page 17 www.ti.com EVM Use Restrictions and Warnings: 4.1 EVMS ARE NOT FOR USE IN FUNCTIONAL SAFETY AND/OR SAFETY CRITICAL EVALUATIONS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EVALUATIONS OF LIFE SUPPORT APPLICATIONS. 4.2 User must read and apply the user guide and other available documentation provided by TI regarding the EVM prior to handling or using the EVM, including without limitation any warning or restriction notices.
- Page 18 Notwithstanding the foregoing, any judgment may be enforced in any United States or foreign court, and TI may seek injunctive relief in any United States or foreign court. Mailing Address: Texas Instruments, Post Office Box 655303, Dallas, Texas 75265 Copyright © 2019, Texas Instruments Incorporated...
- Page 19 TI products. TI’s provision of these resources does not expand or otherwise alter TI’s applicable warranties or warranty disclaimers for TI products. Mailing Address: Texas Instruments, Post Office Box 655303, Dallas, Texas 75265 Copyright © 2019, Texas Instruments Incorporated...