• Multimeter is recommended System Requirements The kit requires the following to function properly with the software: • Windows XP or Windows 7 operating system • VR500_GUI_REV_1.1.zip: Graphical User Interface (GUI) for KITVR500EVM KTVR500UG Rev. 1.0 8/2014 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
Board Overview The KITVR500EVM evaluation board allows full evaluation capability of the 34VR500 PMIC for the QorlQ LS102x family of application processors. It provides access to all output voltage rails as well as control and signal pins through terminal block connectors for an easier out-of-the-box evaluation experience.
Getting to Know the Hardware Board Description Figure 2 describes the main blocks of the KITVR500EVM. Power Logic and supply monitoring outputs Power Management LDO’s outputs interface via the USB bus Buck regulators outputs Figure 2. Board Description Table 2. Board Description...
Verify that the jumpers are placed in the right position as shown in Figure 3. For a detailed description of the jumper functionality, refer to Table KITVR500EVM Figure 3. Default Jumper Configuration Diagram KTVR500UG Rev. 1.0 8/2014 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
• 1-2: Enables PVIN node as the input supply source for the control interface • 2-3: Enables USB power as the input supply source for the control interface Connectors and Terminal Blocks Description Table 4 presents pin connection for each header present on the KITVR500EVM. Table 4. Terminal Blocks Descriptions Terminal Block Function Pin definition Pin 1 –...
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All test points are clearly marked on the evaluation board. Figure 6 shows the location of various test points of interest during evaluation. PORB INTB STBY LDO5 VDIG LDO4 LDO1 REFOUT LDO3 LDO2 Figure 6. Key Test Point Locations KTVR500UG Rev. 1.0 8/2014 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
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Green = PMIC is in regulation and operating properly Red = PMIC is out of regulation Reserved debug LED ON = Q3 gate (R84 pad) is low OFF = Q3 gate (R84 pad) is high or floating KTVR500UG Rev. 1.0 8/2014 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
1. Create a directory on your PC as follows: C:\Freescale\KITVR500GUI 2. Extract the KITVR500GUI.zip file into that directory. 3. Launch the "setup.exe" program. 4. When the following popup dialog appears, click the “Install” button. Figure 9. KITVR500EVM Installation Window KTVR500UG Rev. 1.0 8/2014 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
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Configuring the Hardware The KITVR500EVM operates with a single power supply from 3.1 to 4.5 V and is controlled via USB with help of an integrated USB-I2C communication bridge. By applying the input voltage supply, the KITVR500EVM powers up according to the default power-up sequence (34VR500V1) described in the MC34VR500 Data Sheet.
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4. Launch the VR500GUI, the description on how to use the GUI is provided in KTVR500SWUG Figure 11. KITVR500GUI The main features of the KITVR500GUI are: • Automatic detection of the KITVR500EVM • Read/write access to the 34VR500 PMIC • Intuitive interface for controlling the 34VR500 • Monitoring all interrupts manually or continuously •...
CAP CER 1.0 F 16 V 10% X5R 0603 C1608X5R1C105K CAP TANT ESR=1.800 OHMS 2.2 F 2.2 F TPSA225K010R1800 10 V 10% 3216-18 Diodes D1,D2,D5 LED Red LED RED SGL 30MA 0603 SML-LXFM0603SIC-TR LED_RED-GR LED DUAL GRN/RED 30MA SMT LTST-C195KGJRKT KTVR500UG Rev. 1.0 8/2014 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
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HDR 2X4 TH 100MIL CTR 425H AU HDR 2X4 TSW-104-16-G-D 310L HDR 1X3 HDR 1X3 TH 100MIL SP 340H AU 118L M20-9990345 CON 5 USB MINI-B RA SHLD SKT USB-MiniB 675031340 SMT 31MIL SP AU KTVR500UG Rev. 1.0 8/2014 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
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While Freescale offers component recommendations in this configuration, it is the customer’s responsibility to validate their application. Do not populate Critical components. For critical components, it is vital to use the manufacturer listed. KTVR500UG Rev. 1.0 8/2014 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
Product Summary Page http://www.freescale.com/webapp/sps/site/prod_summary.jsp?code=MC34VR500 http://cache.freescale.com/files/analog/doc/user_guide/KTVR500SWUG.pdf KTVR500SWUG Software User Guide Support Visit www.freescale.com/support for a list of phone numbers within your region. Warranty Visit www.freescale.com/warranty for a list of phone numbers within your region. KTVR500UG Rev. 1.0 8/2014 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
Revision History Revision History Revision Date Description of Changes 8/2014 • Initial Release KTVR500UG Rev. 1.0 8/2014 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
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