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User's Guide SBOU223 – June 2019 BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1 The BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1 evaluation module features the AFE031, TI’s integrated power-line communication analog front-end device. When paired with a supported C2000™ microcontroller unit (MCU) LaunchPad™ development kit, the BoosterPack™ plug-in module offers a robust evaluation platform for PLC applications, specifically SunSpec Rapid Shutdown.
PV module output from the high voltage dc line input to the host inverter. The BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1 demonstrates a SunSpec-compatible application of the AFE031 as a front- end PLC transceiver that can be integrated with a solar power inverter (transmitter), PV module (receiver), or both, to implement the mandated RSD requirement.
Hardware www.ti.com Hardware PLC System Figure 2 shows how the BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1 serves as the centerpiece of an integrated PLC system that also requires the following: • C2000 MCU LaunchPad development kit • C2000Ware firmware • Line-coupling board (optional) Capacitor Line+ Tx Signal Path Line±...
Hardware www.ti.com C2000 MCU LaunchPad Development Kit The BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1 must be used with a supported C2000 MCU LaunchPad development kit. There are two LaunchPad development kits available for use: LAUNCHXL-F28379D and LAUNCHXL- F280049C. Figure 3 provides top view images of the two supported LaunchPad targets.
Test Select Jumper Location Status LEDs Figure 4. BoosterPack Test Select Jumper 2.3.1 Test Select Jumper The BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1 test select jumper location is highlighted in Figure 4. See Table 3 for the hardware-selectable test modes. 2.3.2 Status LEDs Also highlighted in...
Hardware www.ti.com 2.3.3 BoosterPack Features A complete list of BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1 evaluation features is provided in Table 4. See Section 5 the BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1 schematic and bill of materials (BOM). Table 4. BoosterPack Evaluation Features Designator Type Description Terminal Block Line Coupling Interface...
SunSpec-compatible AFE031 transmitter and receiver applications on the two supported LaunchPad targets: LAUNCHXL-F28379D and LAUNCHXL-F280049C. Table 6 lists the file paths of the C2000Ware example projects that support the BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1 relative to the root C2000Ware installation directory. Table 6. C2000Ware Example Projects...
LaunchPad platforms. Transmitter Calibration The BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1 offers SunSpec-compatible transmitter operation over a wide range of loads ≥ 1 Ω. Although the preset firmware modulation parameters enable quick-start demonstration, each SunSpec RSD transmitter implementation may require calibration to provide SunSpec-compatible operation.
Schematic and Bill of Materials www.ti.com Bill of Materials Table 11 provides the parts list for the BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1. Table 11. BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1 Bill of Materials Designator Quantity Value Description Package Reference Part Number Manufacturer !PCB Printed Circuit Board AMPS079 10uF CAP, CERM, 10 uF, 50 V, +/- 10%, X5R, 1206...
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Schematic and Bill of Materials www.ti.com Table 11. BOOSTXL-AFE031-DF1 Bill of Materials (continued) Designator Quantity Value Description Package Reference Part Number Manufacturer 1.5mH Inductor, Drum Core, Ferrite, 1.5 mH, 0.08 A, 21 6.6x2.49x4.45mm DO1607B-155MLB Coilcraft ohm, SMD 10uH Inductor, Shielded Drum Core, Ferrite, 10 uH, 1.25...
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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.
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