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Si5341 E
VALUATION
Description
The Si5341-EVB is used for evaluating the Si5341 Low
Jitter Any-Frequency Clock Generator. The Si5341 uses
the patented Multisynth
10 independent clock frequencies each with 0 ppm
synthesis error. The Si5341-EVB has 3 independent
input clocks, an optional feedback input clock for zero
delay mode, and 10 independent output clocks. The
Si5341-EVB can be controlled and configured using the
Clock Builder Pro
(CB Pro
Rev. 1.1 5/15
B
OARD
technology to generate up to
) software tool.
Figure 1. Si5341 Evaluation Board
Copyright © 2015 by Silicon Labs
S i 5 3 4 1 - E V B
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EVB Features
Powered from USB port or external power supply.
Onboard 48 MHz XTAL allows free-run mode of
operation on the Si5341 or up to 3 input clocks for
synchronous clocking.
Feedback clock input for optional zero delay mode.
CBPro
GUI programmable V
device to operate from 3.3, 2.5, or 1.8 V.
CBPro GUI programmable V
of the 10 outputs to have its own power supply
voltage selectable from 3.3, 2.5, or 1.8 V.
CBPro GUI-controlled voltage, current, and power
measurements of V
DD
Status LEDs for power supplies and control/status
signals of Si5341.
SMA connectors for input and output clocks.
supply allows
DD
supplies allow each
DDO
and all V
supplies.
DDO
Si5341-EVB

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  • Page 1 OARD U I D E Description EVB Features The Si5341-EVB is used for evaluating the Si5341 Low Powered from USB port or external power supply.  Jitter Any-Frequency Clock Generator. The Si5341 uses Onboard 48 MHz XTAL allows free-run mode of ...
  • Page 2: Functional Block Diagram

    1. Functional Block Diagram Below is a functional block diagram of the Si5341-EVB. This EVB can be connected to a PC via the main USB connector for programming, control, and monitoring. See section “3. Quick Start” or section “8. Installing ClockBuilderPro (CBPro) Desktop Software”...
  • Page 3: Quick Start

    2. Connect a USB cable from Si5341-EVB to the PC where the software was installed. 3. Leave the jumpers as installed from the factory, and launch the ClockBuilderPro software. 4. You can use ClockBuilderPro to create, download, and run a frequency plan on the Si5341-EVB. 5. For the Si5341 data sheet, go to http://www.silabs.com/timing.
  • Page 4: Status Leds

    Si5341-EVB 5. Status LEDs Si5341 EVB Status LEDs Location Silkscreen Color Status Function Indication 5VUSBMAIN Blue Main USB +5V present 3P3V Blue DUT +3.3 V is present VDD DUT Blue DUT VDD voltage present INTR Red MCU INTR (Interrupt) active READY Green MCU Ready BUSY Green MCU Busy D27, D22, and D26 are illuminated when USB +5 V, Si5341 +3.3 V, and Si5341 V...
  • Page 5: Clock Output Circuits (Outx/Outxb)

    AC coupling capacitors can be replaced with a resistor of appropriate value. The Si5341-EVB provides pads for optional output termination resistors and/or low frequency capacitors. Note that components with schematic “NI” designation are not normally populated on the Si5341-EVB and provide locations on the PCB for optional DC/AC terminations by the end user.
  • Page 6 Si5341-EVB 8. Installing ClockBuilderPro (CBPro) Desktop Software To install the CBOPro software on any Windows 7 (or above) PC: Go to http://www.silabs.com/CBPro and download ClockBuilderPro software. Installation instructions and User’s Guide for ClockBuilderPro can be found at the download link shown above.
  • Page 7 +5 VDC power supplies (MAIN and AUX) can be connected to J33 and J34 (located on the bottom of the board, near the USB connector). Refer to the Si5341-EVB schematic for details. The Si5341-EB comes preconfigured with jumpers installed at JP15 and JP16 (pins 1-2 in both cases) in order to select “USB”.
  • Page 8 Si5341-EVB 9.3. Overview of ClockBuilderPro Applications The ClockBuilderPro installer will install two main applications: Figure 8. Application #1: ClockbuilderPro Wizard Use the CBPro Wizard to: Create a new design  Review or edit an existing design  Export: create in-system programming ...
  • Page 9 Si5341-EVB 9.4. Common ClockBuilderPro Work Flow Scenarios There are three common workflow scenarios when using CBPro and the Si5341 EVB. These workflow scenarios are: Workflow Scenario #1: Testing a Silicon Labs-Created Default Configuration  Workflow Scenario #2: Modifying the Default Silicon Labs-Created Device Configuration ...
  • Page 10 Si5341-EVB Figure 13. Writing Design Status After CBPro writes the default plan to the EVB, click on “Open EVB GUI” as shown below. Figure 14. Open EVB GUI The EVB GUI will appear. Note all power supplies will be set to the values defined in the device’s default CBPro project file created by Silicon Labs, as shown below.
  • Page 11 Si5341-EVB 9.5.1. Verify Free-Run Mode Operation Assuming no external clocks have been connected to the INPUT CLOCK differential SMA connectors (labeled “INx/INxB”) located around the perimeter of the EVB, the DUT should now be operating in free-run mode, as the DUT will be locked to the crystal in this case.
  • Page 12 Si5341-EVB Your configuration’s design report will appear in a new window, as shown below. Compare the observed output clocks to the frequencies and formats noted in your default project’s Design Report. Figure 18. Design Report Window 9.5.2. Verify Locked Mode Operation Assuming you connect the correct input clocks to the EVB (as noted in the Design Report shown above), the DUT on your EVB will be running in “locked”...
  • Page 13 Si5341-EVB 9.6. Workflow Scenario #2: Modifying the Default Silicon Labs-Created Device Configuration To modify the “default” configuration using the CBPro Wizard, click on Edit Configuration with Wizard: Figure 19. Edit Configuration with Wizard You will now be taken to the Wizard’s step-by-step menus to allow you to change any of the default plan’s operating configurations.
  • Page 14 Si5341-EVB Note you can click on the icon on the lower left hand corner of the menu to confirm if your frequency plan is valid. After making your desired changes, you can click on Write to EVB to update the DUT to reconfigure your device real-time.
  • Page 15 Si5341-EVB Locate your CBPro design file (*.slabtimeproj or *.sitproj file).design file in the Windows file browser. Figure 23. Browse to Project File Select Yes when the WRITE DESIGN to EVB popup appears: Figure 24. Write Design to EVB Dialog The progress bar will be launched. Once the new design project file has been written to the device, verify the presence and frequencies of your output clocks and other operating configurations using external instrumentation.
  • Page 16 Si5341-EVB 9.8. Exporting the Register Map File for Device Programming by a Host Processor You can also export your configuration to a file format suitable for in-system programming by selecting Export as shown below: Figure 25. Export Register Map File You can now write your device’s complete configuration to file formats suitable for in-system programming.
  • Page 17: Writing A New Frequency Plan Or Device Configuration To Non-Volatile Memory (Otp)

    The Si5341 EVB Schematic and Bill of Materials (BOM) can be found online at http://www.silabs.com/products/clocksoscillators/pages/si538x-4x-evb.aspx Note: Please be aware that the Si5341-EVB schematic is in OrCad Capture hierarchical format and not in a typical “flat” sche- matic format. Rev. 1.1...
  • Page 18 The products must not be used within any Life Support System without the specific written consent of Silicon Laboratories. A "Life Support System" is any product or system intended to support or sustain life and/or health, which, if it fails, can be reasonably expected to result in significant personal injury or death.

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