Evaluation Board User Guide

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Evaluation Board for the AD7171 16-Bit, Low Power Sigma-Delta ADC

FEATURES down mode in which the device consumes 5 μA, thus increasing
Full featured evaluation board for the AD7171 the battery life of the product.
Standalone USB interface Full data on the AD7171 is available in the AD7171 data sheet
Various linking options available from Analog Devices, Inc., and should be consulted in
PC software for control of the AD7171 conjunction with this data sheet when using the evaluation board.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION The evaluation board interfaces to the USB port of an IBM®-
compatible PC. Software is available with the evaluation board
This document describes the evaluation board for the AD7171,
that allows users to easily communicate with the AD7171.
which is a very low power, 16-bit sigma-delta (Σ-Δ) ADC. It
contains a precision 16-bit sigma-delta (Σ-Δ) ADC and has one Note that the AD7171 evaluation board software should be
differential input. The device has an output data rate of 125 Hz. installed before connecting the AD7171 evaluation board
It also has an on-board clock, eliminating the need for an external to the PC.
clock. Consuming only 135 μA, the AD7171 is particularly Another component on the AD7171 evaluation board is the
suitable for portable or battery operated products where very ADP3330 high precision, low power, 3.3 V output voltage
low power is a requirement. The AD7171 also has a power- regulator, which is used to power the USB/SPI interface.

FUNCTIONAL BLOCK DIAGRAM

EXTERNAL VOLTAGE
SUPPLY REGULATOR

ANALOG PC AND
INPUT AD7171 SPI/USB LabVIEW™
INTERFACE BASED
SOFTWARE

VOLTAGE
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REFERENCE REFIN

Figure 1.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Features .............................................................................................. 1 Evaluation Board Software ...............................................................5
General Description ......................................................................... 1 Software Description ....................................................................5
Functional Block Diagram .............................................................. 1 Installating the Software ...............................................................5
Revision History ............................................................................... 2 Using the Software ........................................................................5
Evaluation Board Hardware ............................................................ 3 Main Window ................................................................................6
Power Supplies .............................................................................. 3 Evaluation Board Schematic and Artwork.....................................7
Links ............................................................................................... 3 Ordering Information .......................................................................9
Setup Conditions .......................................................................... 3 Bill of Materials ..............................................................................9
Sockets ........................................................................................... 3 ESD Caution................................................................................ 12
Interfacing to the Evaluation Board ........................................... 4

REVISION HISTORY
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EVALUATION BOARD HARDWARE

POWER SUPPLIES SETUP CONDITIONS
The AD7171 evaluation board is powered via the 5 V supply Care should be taken before applying power and signals to the
from the USB connector, J51. This 5 V supply can be used to evaluation board to ensure that all link positions are set per the
power the AD7171 directly. A 3.3 V regulated voltage from the required operating mode. Table 2 shows the position in which
on-board ADP3330 (a high precision, low power, 3.3 V output all the links are initially set.
voltage regulator) can also be used. Alternatively, the AD7171 can SOCKETS
be powered using an external 3 V or 5 V power supply via J6.
Three sockets are relevant to the operation of the AD7171 on
LINKS this evaluation board. The functions of these sockets are
There are four groups of link options that must be set for the outlined in Table 3.
required operating setup before using the evaluation board. The
functions of these link options are outlined in Table 1.

Table 1. Evaluation Board Link Settings

Link Default Description
J3, J7 IN These links are used to connect the AIN(+) and AIN(−) inputs to AVDD/2. With this configuration, a noise analysis
can be performed. With these links removed, an external voltage can be applied to AIN using J4.
J8, AGND AVDD, IN AVDD can be used as the reference for the AD7171. With J8 in Position AVDD and Link AGND inserted, AVDD is
connected to REFIN(+), and REFIN(−) is connected to AGND. With J8 in Position REF and Link AGND inserted,
REFIN(+) is connected to the ADR391, (2.5 V) and REFIN(−) is connected to AGND. To use another reference
source, remove the J8 and AGND links.
J1 3.3 V J1 is used to select the power source for AVDD on the AD7171. J1 in Position 3.3 V selects the 3.3 V regulated
output from the onboard ADP3330 voltage regulator. J1 in Position 5 V selects the 5 V supply from the USB
connector, J51. J1 in Position EXT selects an external power supply, supplied via J6.
J2 IN These links connect the AD7171 serial interface pins to the SPI interface of the microcontroller. The links should
be in place to use the AD7171 evaluation board software. With these links removed, the AD7171 can be
interfaced to an external microcontroller.

Table 2. Initial Link and Switch Positions

Link Position Function
J3, J7 IN AIN(+) and AIN(−) are shorted to AVDD/2.
J8, AGND AVDD, IN The reference voltage is set to 3.3 V (AVDD).
J1 3.3 V The 3.3 V supply is used as AVDD for the AD7171.
J2 IN The AD7171 is interfaced to the on-board microcontroller

Table 3. Socket Functions

Socket Description
J4 2-lead terminal block. An external analog signal can be connected to the analog input pins of the AD7171 using this
terminal block.
J5 2-lead terminal block. An external reference source can be connected to the analog input pins of the AD7171 using this
terminal block.
J6 2-lead terminal block. An external power supply can be used to supply the AD7171 using this terminal block.

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INTERFACING TO THE EVALUATION BOARD 1. Install the AD7171 evaluation board software using the
Interface to the evaluation board is via a standard USB supplied AD7171 evaluation board CD before connecting
connector, J51, which connects the evaluation board to the board to the PC.
the USB port of a PC. A standard USB connector cable is 2. After the AD7171 evaluation board software is installed,
included with the AD7171 evaluation board to connect it to the connect the board to the PC via J1 on the AD7171 evaluation
USB port of the PC. Because the board is powered via the USB board and via the USB port on the PC using the supplied
connector, there is no need for an external power supply, USB connector cable. The PC automatically finds the new
although if preferred, one can be connected via J6. USB device and identifies it as the AD779x Evaluation Board.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions that appear. During the
Communication between the AD7171 and the PC is via the installation process, if the Hardware Installation window
USB/SPI interface. The on-board USB controller (U2) handles appears as shown in Figure 2, click Continue Anyway to
this communication. complete the installation of the AD7171 evaluation board.
To set up the USB/SPI interface, use the following procedure:

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Figure 2. Hardware Installation Window

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EVALUATION BOARD SOFTWARE

SOFTWARE DESCRIPTION 3. At the prompt, select a destination directory, which is
The AD7171 evaluation board is shipped with a CD containing C:\Program Files\Analog Devices\AD7171 by default.
software that can be installed onto a standard PC to control the Once the directory is selected, the installation procedure
AD7171. The software communicates with the AD7171 through copies the files into the relevant directories on the hard
the USB cable, which accompanies the board. The software allows drive. The installation program creates a program group
you to configure the AD7171 and to read conversion data from called Analog Devices with the subgroup AD7171 in the
the AD7171. Data can be read from the AD7171 and displayed Start menu of the taskbar.
or stored for later analysis. For further information, see the 4. Once the installation procedure is complete, double-click
AD7171 data sheet available from Analog Devices. the AD7171 icon to start the program.

INSTALLATING THE SOFTWARE USING THE SOFTWARE

Use the following steps to install the software: Figure 3 shows the main window that is displayed when the
program starts. The Main Window section briefly describes
1. Start Windows® and insert the CD.
the various menu and button options in the main window.
2. The installation software should launch automatically. If it
does not, use Windows Explorer to locate the setup.exe file The data that is read can be exported to other packages, such as
on the CD. Double-click this file to start the installation MathCAD™ or Microsoft® Excel, for further analysis.
procedure.

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Figure 3. AD7171 Evaluation Software Main Window

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MAIN WINDOW Reference
Menu Bar The value of the external reference should be displayed in the
File Reference (V) text box.
This allows the user to read previously stored data for display or Status Bits
analysis, write the current set of data to a file for later use, and This box displays the contents of the status register.
exit the program.
Waveform
About
The gathered conversions are displayed in graph form.
This provides revised information about the application.
Codes/Volts
Buttons
The gathered samples can be displayed in codes or in voltage
Reset format. When the CODES option is selected, the values are
This allows the user to reset the AD7171 software. displayed as code. To display the information in volts, select the
Exit VOLTS option.

This allows the user to exit the software. It serves the same Histogram
purpose as Quit in the File pull-down menu. The gathered samples are used to generate a histogram.
Sample Waveform Analysis (Volts)
This allows the user to read a number of samples from the The gathered samples are processed, and the minimum
AD7171. Noise analysis is then performed on the samples. conversion, maximum conversion, average conversion, p-p
These samples can be stored for further analysis. The sample noise and rms noise are displayed in volts.
size is entered in the Num Samples text box.
Waveform Analysis (Codes)
Continuous The gathered samples are processed, and the minimum
This allows the user to read a number of samples continuously. conversion, maximum conversion, average conversion, p-p
The software gathers a number of samples as specified by the noise and rms noise are displayed in codes.
Num Samples text box, performs noise analysis on the samples,
and gathers the next group of samples.

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EVALUATION BOARD SCHEMATIC AND ARTWORK 08751-004

Figure 4. AD7171 Evaluation Board Schematic

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Figure 5. AD7171 Evaluation Board—Solder Side View

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Figure 6. AD7171 Evaluation Board—Component Side View

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Figure 7. AD7171 Evaluation Board—Component Layout Diagram

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ORDERING INFORMATION
BILL OF MATERIALS
Table 4.
Reference Designator Description Manufacturer Part Number
Integrated circuits
U1 Analog Devices AD7171BCPZ
U2 Analog Devices ADR391AUJZ
U51 USB controller Cypress Semiconductor Corporation CY7C68013A-56LFXC
U52 24LC64 Microchip Technology, Inc. 24LC64-I/SN
U53 Analog Devices ADP3330ARZ-3.3
XTAL51 24 MHz crystal AEL Crystals X24M000000S244
LED5, LED50, LED51 Green LED Kingbright, Elec. Co., Ltd KP-2012SGC
L1 Ferrite bead Tyco Electronics BMB2A0300AN1
D1 Diode Micro Commercial Components Corp. DL4001-TP
Capacitors
C1 to C3 Capacitors Not inserted
C4, C6 10 nF ceramic Phycomp 223858615636
C5 1 μF ceramic Phycomp 223878615649
C7, C9, C11, C12, C13, C54 to C61 0.1 μF ± 10% ceramic Phycomp 223878615649
C8, C10 10 μF tantalum AVX Corporation TAJA106M016R
C51, C52, C53 12 pF ceramic Phycomp 223886715129
C62, C63, C64 4.7 μF ceramic Phycomp 225520613672
Resistors
R1, R2 0 Ω resistor Phycomp 232270296001
R3, R4, R52, R53 1 kΩ resistor Phycomp RC0603FR-071KL
R5, R50, R51 10 kΩ resistor Phycomp RC0603FR-0710KL
R6, R7, R55, R56, R57 100 kΩ resistor Phycomp RC0603FR-07100KL
R8 1.5 Ω resistor Phycomp RC0603FR-071R5L
R9, R10, R11, R54 100 Ω resistor Phycomp RC0603FR-07100RL
Links
J3, J7, AGND (2× 1 way) Pin headers Harwin Plc M20-9990246
J8 (3× 1 way) Pin headers Harwin Plc M20-9990246
J1 (3× 2 way) Pin headers Tyco Electronics 1241050-3
J2 (5× 3 way) Pin headers Tyco Electronics 1241050-5
At J1, J2, J3, J7, AGND, J8 Shorting plugs Harwin Plc M7566-05
Connectors
J51 USB Mini-B connector Molex 565790576
J4, J5, J6 2-way terminal block Phoenix Contact 1727010

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ESD CAUTION

Evaluation boards are only intended for device evaluation and not for production purposes. Evaluation boards are supplied “as is” and without warranties of any kind, express,
implied, or statutory including, but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under
any patents or other intellectual property by application or use of evaluation boards. Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties that may result from its use. Analog Devices reserves the
right to change devices or specifications at any time without notice. Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Evaluation boards are not
authorized to be used in life support devices or systems.

©2010 Analog Devices, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks and

registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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