Texas Instruments SLOU025 User manual

TPA122 MSOP
Audio Power Amplifier
Evaluation Module
1998 Mixed-Signal Products
User’s Guide
SLOU025

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Chapter Title—Attribute Reference
Preface
Related Documentation From Texas Instruments
J TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform (literature
number SLOU011) provides detailed information on the evaluation
platform and its use with TI audio evaluation modules.
J TPA122 150-mW STEREO AUDIO POWER AMPLIFIER
(literature number SLOS211) This is the data sheet for the TPA122
audio amplifier integrated circuit.
FCC Warning
This equipment is intended for use in a laboratory test environment only. It
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and has not been
testedforcompliancewiththelimitsofcomputing devices pursuant to subpart
Jofpart 15ofFCCrules,which aredesignedtoprovidereasonableprotection
against radio frequency interference. Operation of this equipment in other
environments may cause interference with radio communications, in which
case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures
may be required to correct this interference.
Trademarks
TI is a trademark of Texas Instruments Incorporated.

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Contents
1 Introduction 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1 Feature Highlights 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2 Description 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3 TPA122 MSOP EVM Specifications 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Quick Start 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1 Precautions 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2 Quick Start List for Platform 2-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3 Quick Start List for Stand-Alone 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Details 3-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.1 Precautions 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2 The TPA122 MSOP Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.1 TPA122 Audio Amplifier IC 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.2 Module Gain 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.3 Shutdown 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3 Using The TPA122 MSOP EVM With The Plug-N-Play Evaluation Platform 3-6. . . . . . . . .
3.3.1 Installing and Removing EVM Boards 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.2 Signal Routing 3-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.3 Shutdown 3-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.4 Power Requirements 3-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.5 Inputs and Outputs 3-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4 Using The TPA122 MSOP EVM Stand-Alone 3-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4.1 TPA122 MSOP EVM Connected as a Stereo Headphone Amplifier 3-11. . . . . . .
3.5 TPA122 MSOP Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module Parts List 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1–1 The TI TPA122 MSOP Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module 1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2–1 Quick Start Platform Map 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2–2 Quick Start Module Map 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3–1 The TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3–2 TPA122 MSOP EVM 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3–3 TPA122 MSOP EVM Schematic Diagram 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3–4 TPA122 Audio Amplifier IC 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3–5 Platform Signal Routing and Outputs 3-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3–6 Mute Polarity Control 3-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3–7 Typical Headphone Plug 3-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3–8 TPA122 MSOP EVM Connected as a Stereo Headphone Amplifier 3-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tables
2–1 Typical TI Plug-N-Play Platform Jumper and Switch Settings for the
TPA122 MSOP EVM 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2–2 Platform Jumper and Switch Settings for the TPA122 MSOP EVM 2-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3–1 TPA122 MSOP EVM Parts List 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-1
Introduction
Introduction
This chapter provides an overview of the Texas Instruments (TI) TPA122
MSOPAudioAmplifierEvaluationModule(SLOP125).ItincludesalistofEVM
features, a brief description of the module illustrated with a pictorial diagram,
and a list of EVM specifications.
Topic Page
1.1 Features 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2 Description 1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3 TPA122 MSOP EVM Specifications 1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 1

Features
1-2
Introduction
1.1 Features
The TI TPA122 MSOP Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module and the TI
Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform include the following
features:
- TPA122 MSOP Stereo Audio Power Amplifier Evaluation Module
J Dual channel, single-ended operation
J 150-mW output power into 8 Ωat 5 V
J 2.5-V to 5.5-V operation
J Very low distortion — THD+N is less than 0.006% @ 1 kHz and less
than0.07%from20Hzto20kHzinto10-kΩloads;lessthan0.02%@
1 kHz and less than 0.4% from 20 Hz to 20 kHz into 32-Ωloads; and
lessthan0.05%@1kHzandlessthan0.8%from20Hzto20kHzinto
8-Ωloads
J Extremely low current consumption in shutdown mode
J Internal thermal and short-circuit protection
J Internal pop reduction circuitry
- Quick and Easy Configuration with the TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier
Evaluation Platform
J Evaluation module is designed to simply plug into the platform,
automatically making all signal, control, and power connections
J Platform provides flexible power options
J Jumpers on the platform select power and module control options
J Switches on the platform route signals
J Platformprovides quick andeasyaudio input andoutput connections
- Platform Power Options
J Onboard 9-V battery
J External 5-V – 15-V (VCC) supply inputs
J External regulated VDD supply input
J Socket for on-board 5-V VDD voltage regulator EVM
J On-board overvoltage and reverse polarity power protection
- Platform Audio Input and Output Connections
J Left and right RCA phono jack inputs
J Miniature stereo phone jack input
J Left and right RCA phono jack outputs
J Left and right compression speaker terminal outputs
J Miniature stereo headphone jack output

Description
1-3
Introduction
1.2 Description
The TPA122 MSOP Audio Power Amplifier Evaluation Module is a complete,
low-power stereo audio power amplifier for high-fidelity line-level output,
headphone, and small speaker applications. It consists of the TI TPA122
150-mW Stereo Audio Power Amplifier IC in a very small MSOP package,
along with a small number of other parts mounted on a circuit board that is
approximately one and a quarter inches square (Figure 1–1).
Figure 1–1.The TI TPA122 Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module
GND
Vo2
IN2
GND
VDD GND
IN1
GND
U1†
R1
C3 R4
S1
Shutdown
C5
Vo1
GND
C2
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R5
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†Due to the very small size of the MSOP IC package, the standard part number TPA122 is replaced with the code TIAAE
Single in-line header pins are mounted to the underside of the module circuit
board to allow the EVM to be plugged into the TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier
EvaluationPlatform,ortobewireddirectlyintoexistingcircuitsandequipment
when used stand-alone.
The platform has room for a single TPA122 evaluation module. It is a
convenient vehicle for demonstrating TI’s audio power amplifier and related
evaluation modules. The EVMs simply plug into the platform, which
automatically provides power to the modules, interconnects them correctly,
andconnectsthemtoaversatilearrayofstandardaudioinputandoutputjacks
and connectors. Easy-to-use configuration controls allow the platform and
EVMs to quickly model many possible end-equipment configurations.
There is nothing to build, nothing to solder, and nothing but the speakers
included with the platform to “hook up.”
1.3 TPA122 MSOP EVM Specifications
Supply voltage range, VDD 2.5 V to 5.5 V. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supply current, IDD 160 mA, max. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Continuous output power, PO:8Ω, VDD=5 V 150 mW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio input voltage, VIVDD + 0.3 Vpp, max. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Minimum load impedance, RL8 Ω. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-4
Introduction

2-1
Quick Start
Quick Start
ThestepsinthischaptercanbefollowedtoquicklypreparetheTPA122MSOP
audio amplifier EVM for use. Using the TPA122 MSOP EVM with the TI
Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform is a quick and easy way to
connectpower, signal and control inputs, and signal outputs to the EVMusing
standard connectors. However, the audio amplifier evaluation module can be
used stand-alone by making connections directly to the module pins, and can
be wired directly into existing circuits or equipment.
Theplatformswitch and jumper settings showninTable2–1are typical for the
TPA122 MSOP EVM and will cause the TPA122 IC to shut down/mute when
a plug is removed from platform headphone jack J10.
Table 2–1. Typical TI Plug-N-Play Platform Jumper and Switch Settings for the
TPA122 MSOP EVM
EVM JP6 JP7 JP8 S2 S3
TPA122 X Hi X Note 2 U5
Notes: 1) X = Don’t care
2) SetS2toON when signal conditioningboardisinstalledin U1; set S2
to OFF when no signal conditioning board is installed.
Topic Page
2.1 Precautions 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2 Quick Start List for Platform 2–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3 Quick Start List for Stand-Alone 2–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 2

Precautions
2-2
Quick Start
2.1 Precautions
Power Supply Input Polarity and Maximum Voltage
Always ensure that the polarity and voltage of the external power
connected to VCC power input connector J1, J2, and/or VDD power
input connector J6 are correct. Overvoltage or reverse-polarity
power applied to these terminals can open onboard soldered-in
fuses and cause other damage to the platform, installed evaluation
modules, and/or the power source.
Inserting or Removing EVM Boards
DonotinsertorremoveEVM boards with power applied — damage
to the EVM board, the platform, or both may result.
Figure 2–1. Quick Start Platform Map
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Signal Conditioning
****CAUTION****
Do not insert or remove
EVM boards with power
applied
ICC
JP4
F1
VR1
R1
JP3 JP2 JP1 AC/DC
(J2)
VCC(J1)
D1 D2 D3
D4 J2
J3 J4 J5
AC/DC
In
VCC
In
+
J1
DC
SOURCE
LED1 VCC
LED2 VDD
R2
JP5 IDD
B1
U6
POWER
SUPPLY
U3 U4
U5
U1
U2
Audio
Power
Amps
OnOff ConditioningS2
J7 J8 Right
Out Left
Out
+–+–
JP6
Mode
Mute
Spk(U2-U4)
JP8
J9 Left
Out
JP7
S3 HP Source
U2-U4
U5
Polarity
Lo
Hi
HP(U5)
C3 C2
++
R3
R4 R5
J10
Stereo
HP Out
TP1
GND
Plug-N-PlayAudio Amplifier
Evaluation Platform
SLOP097 Rev. C.1
Stereo
In
Right
In Left
In
J6 In/Out VDD
F2
VR2
+
DC
Power
In/Out
Speaker
Output
Headphone
Output
Audio
Input
Power
Input
Batt
C1+
Right
Out
On Off Pwr
S1
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Quick Start List for Platform
2-3
Quick Start
2.2 Quick Start List for Platform
Follow these steps when using the TPA122 MSOP EVM with the TI
Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform (see the platform user’s
guide, SLOU011, for additional details). Numbered callouts for selectedsteps
are shown in Figure 2–1 and details appear in Chapter 3.
- Platform preparations
1) Ensurethatallexternalpowersourcesaresetto
OFF andthattheplatform
power switch S1 is set to
OFF.
2) InstallaTPA122MSOPmoduleinplatformsocketU5, taking care to align
the module pins correctly.
3) Use switch S2 to select or bypass the signal conditioning EVM (U1).
4) Set control signal Polarity jumper JP7 to
Hi.
5) SetHpsourceswitchS3toU5 toroutetheoutputsignalto theheadphone
Jack (J10).
Table 2–2. Platform Jumper and Switch Settings for the TPA122 MSOP EVM
EVM JP6 JP7 JP8 S2 S3
TPA122 X Hi X Note 2 U5
Notes: 1) X = Don’t care
2) SetS2 to
ON whensignalconditioning board is installed in U1; set S2
to
OFF when no signal conditioning board is installed.
- Power supply
6) Select and connect the power supply:
a) Connectanexternalregulatedpowersupplysetto a voltage between
2.5Vand5.5VtoplatformVDD powerinputconnectorJ6,takingcare
to observe marked polarity, or
b) Install a 3-V to 5-V voltage regulator EVM (SLVP097 or equiv.) in
platform socket U6. Install a 9-V battery in B1 or connect a 7 V – 12
VpowersourcetoaplatformVCCpowerinputJ1orJ2andjumperthe
appropriate power input (see platform user’s guide).
- Inputs and outputs
7) Ensure that signal source level is set to minimum.
8) Connect the audio source to left and right RCA phono jacks J3 and J5 or
stereo miniature phone jack J4.
9) Connect 32-Ωheadphones to headphone jack J10.
- Power up
10) Verify correct voltage and inputpolarity and setthe external power supply
to
ON. IfVCC and anonboardregulatorEVMareusedto provideVDD,set
platform power switch S1 to
ON.
PlatformLED2shouldlightindicatingthe presenceofVDD,andtheevaluation
modules installed on the platform should begin operation.
11) Adjust the signal source level as needed.

Quick Start List for Stand-Alone
2-4
Quick Start
2.3 Quick Start List for Stand-Alone
Follow these steps to use the TPA122 MSOP EVM stand-alone or when
connecting it into existing circuits or equipment. Connections to the TPA122
MSOP module header pins can be made via individual sockets,
wire-wrapping, or soldering to the pins, either on the top or the bottom of the
module circuit board (Figure 2–2). Details appear in Chapter 3.
Figure 2–2. Quick Start Module Map
GND
Vo2
IN2
GND
VDD GND
IN1
GND R1
C3 R4
S1
Shutdown
C5
Vo1
GND
C2
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- Power supply
1) Ensure that all external power sources are set to
OFF.
2) Connectanexternalregulatedpower supply setto5VtothemoduleVDD
and GND pins, taking care to observe marked polarity.
- Inputs and outputs
3) Ensure that the signal source level is set to minimum.
4) Connect the audio source to the module IN1, IN2, and GND pins, taking
care to observe marked polarity.
5) Connect the Shutdown pin to VDD through a Normally Open switch.
6) Connect 32-Ωheadphones to the module VO1, VO2pins through 33 µF
to1000 µF output-coupling capacitors (figure 3–8) and return to the GND
pin, or
7) For line output, connections to the VO1and VO2pins must be made
through 33 µF to 1000 µF output-coupling capacitors and returned to
GND.
- Power-up
8) Verify correct voltage and inputpolarity and setthe external power supply
to
ON.
The EVM should begin operation.
9) Adjust the signal source level as needed.

3-1
Details
Details
This chapter provides details on the TPA122 IC, the evaluation module, the
stepsintheQuick-StartList,additional application information, andapartslist
for the TPA122 MSOP evaluation module.
Topic Page
3.1 Precautions 3–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2 The TPA122 MSOP Audio Power Amplifier Evaluation Module 3–3. . . .
3.3 Using The TPA122 MSOP EVM With The Plug-N-Play
Evaluation Platform 3–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4 Using The TPA122 MSOP EVM Stand-Alone 3–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5 TPA122 MSOP Audio Power Amplifier EVM Parts List 3–12. . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3

Precautions
3-2
Details
3.1 Precautions
Power Supply Input Polarity and Maximum Voltage
Always ensure that the polarity and voltage of the external power
connected to VCC power input connector J1, J2, and/or VDD power
input connector J6 are correct. Overvoltage or reverse-polarity
power applied to these terminals can open onboard soldered-in
fuses and cause other damage to the platform, installed evaluation
modules, and/or the power source.
Inserting or Removing EVM Boards
DonotinsertorremoveEVM boards with power applied — damage
to the EVM board, the platform, or both may result.
Figure 3–1.The TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform
Signal Conditioning
****CAUTION****
Do not insert or remove
EVM boards with power
applied
ICC
JP4
F1
VR1
R1
JP3 JP2 JP1 AC/DC
(J2)
VCC(J1)
D1 D2 D3
D4 J2
J3 J4 J5
AC/DC
In
VCC
In
+
J1
DC
SOURCE
LED1 VCC
LED2 VDD
R2
JP5 IDD
B1
U6
POWER
SUPPLY
U3 U4
U5
U1
U2
Audio
Power
Amps
OnOff ConditioningS2
J7 J8 Right
Out Left
Out
+–+–
JP6
Mode
Mute
Spk(U2-U4)
JP8
J9 Left
Out
JP7
S3 HP Source
U2-U4
U5
Polarity
Lo
Hi
HP(U5)
C3 C2
++
R3
R4 R5
J10
Stereo
HP Out
TP1
GND
Plug-N-PlayAudio Amplifier
Evaluation Platform
SLOP097 Rev. C.1
Stereo
In
Right
In Left
In
J6 In/Out VDD
F2
VR2
+
DC
Power
In/Out
Speaker
Output
Headphone
Output
Audio
Input
Power
Input
Batt
C1+
Right
Out
On Off Pwr
S1
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Details
3.2 The TPA122 MSOP Audio Power Amplifier Evaluation Module
The TPA122 MSOP Audio Power Amplifier Evaluation Module is powered by
a TPA122 150-mW Stereo Audio Amplifier IC. It includes a shutdown control
signal input with onboard switch and can drive either line-level outputs, 32-Ω
headphones, or 8-Ωspeakers.
The evaluation module can be used with the TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier
Evaluation Platform (Figure 3–1) or wired directly into circuits or equipment.
The module has single in-line header connector pins mounted to the under
side of the board. These pins allow the module to be plugged into the TI
platform,whichautomaticallymakesallthesignalinputandoutput,power,and
control connections to the module.
The module connection pins are on 0.1-inch centers to allow easy use with
standard perf board and plug board-based prototyping systems. Or, the EVM
can be wired directly into existing circuits and equipment when used
stand-alone.
The module appears in Figure 3–2 and its schematic is shown in Figure 3–3.
Figure 3–2.TPA122 MSOP EVM
GND
Vo2
IN2
GND
VDD GND
IN1
GND R1
C3 R4
S1
Shutdown
C5
Vo1
GND
C2
TEXAS
INSTRUMENTS
SLOP127
TPA122 MSOP EVM
C4
R5
R3
R2
C1
U1†
+
†Due to the very small size of the MSOP IC package, the standard part number TPA122 is replaced with the code TIAAE
Figure 3–3.TPA122 MSOP EVM Schematic Diagram
IN 1
Vo1 VDD
Vo2
Bypass
GND Shutdown
IN 2
C2
1 µF
R4
20 kΩ
C3
1 µF
R2
20 kΩ
C1
1 µF
8
7
6
5
1
2
3
4
Vo2
Audio Input 1
Audio Input 2
Shutdown
(VDD to
Shutdown)
R5
80 kΩ
TPA122
MSOP
C4
1 µF
+
VDD
2.5 to 5.5 V
GND
C5
10 µF
Vo1
R3
80 kΩ
R1
20 kΩ
S1
VDD
NO

The TPA122 MSOP Audio Power Amplifier Evaluation Module
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3.2.1 TPA122 Audio Amplifier IC
The TPA122 audio amplifier IC is a CMOS device intended primarily for
high-performance line-level output, headphone driver, and small speaker
applications. It is supplied in a very small surface-mount MSOP package and
has been designed to operate from low supply voltages (between
approximately2.5Vand5.5V)andtodeliveruptoapproximately150mWinto
8-Ωspeakers with low distortion. As a line-level driver, distortion levels
(THD+N) are below 0.07% into 10-kΩloads across the audio band (20 Hz to
20 kHz). As a headphone driver, distortion levels are below 0.4% into 32-Ω
loads across the audio band. And as a speaker driver, distortion levels are
below0.8%into 8-Ωloadsacrosstheaudioband.Typicalapplicationsinclude
portable computers, desktop computers, personal audio, toys, games, and
similar audio applications.
The IC includes two separate internal amplifiers, depop circuitry, and a
common shutdown control (Figure 3–4). The load for each channel is
connected between the VOpin and GND through a coupling capacitor. For
more information, see the TPA122 amplifier IC data sheet, TI Literature
Number SLOS211.
Figure 3–4.TPA122 Amplifier IC
Stereo
RLRL
CC
CC
VO1
VO2
Bypass
IN2
IN1
CB
RF
RF
RI
RI
CI
CI
R
L
Stereo Audio
Input
Bias
Control
From System
Control
CS
VDD
6
3
5
1
2
8
7
–
–
+
+
Shutdown 4

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3.2.2 Module Gain
The TPA122 MSOP evaluation module has a set gain of 4 (inverting) for each
channel. However, the gain can be adjusted to a maximum of approximately
10 (inverting) by changing the value of feedback resistors (R2 and R4, Figure
3–3). Use the following equation to determine the value of RF:
Gain + –RF
RI
The TPA122 amplifier IC, like most other amplifiers, exhibits its best distortion
and noise performance at lower gain levels. In addition, higher gain levels
require a small compensation capacitor to ensure stability (see the TPA122
data sheet).
Gain versus total harmonic distortion (THD) and gain versus signal-to-noise
ratio (SNR) should be considered in each application. Both the module input
signal level and the TPA122 MSOP module gain should be adjusted to obtain
the lowest overall distortion level for a particular overall gain. A quick rule of
thumb (everything else being equal): the module input signal level should be
as high as possible without clipping or overloading the TPA122 input, and the
TPA122 gain should be kept as low as possible.
3.2.3 Shutdown
When the shutdown terminal of the TPA122 amplifier IC is taken high, the IC
ceases operation and enters a very low power state (65 µA at VDD = 5 V and
10 µA at VDD = 3.3 V Typ). This is accomplished by applying a control signal
to the module SD pin or by pressing the Shutdown switch, S1, on the module.
When the control signal goes low or is removed (or the switch is released),
amplifier operation resumes.
The Plug-N-Play platform can generate the mute signal for the module either
when a plug is
inserted into the platform headphone output jack or when the
plug is
removed , as selected by a platform jumper (JP7).

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3.3 Using The TPA122 MSOP EVM With the Plug-N-Play Evaluation Platform
The TPA122 MSOP Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module is designed for use
with the TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform. It simply plugs
into socket U5.
ThefollowingparagraphsprovideadditionaldetailsforusingtheTPA122EVM
with the platform.
3.3.1 Installing and Removing EVM Boards
TI Plug-N-Play evaluation modules use single-in-line header pins installed on
the underside of the module circuit board to plug into sockets on the platform.
The EVM pins and the platform sockets are keyed such that only the correct
type of EVM can be installed in a particular socket, and then only with the
proper orientation.
Evaluation modules are easily removed from the platform by simply prying
them up and lifting them out of their sockets. Care must be taken, however, to
prevent bending the pins.
3.3.1.1 EVM Insertion
1) Remove all power from the evaluation platform.
2) Locate socket U5 on the platform.
3) Orient the module correctly.
4) Carefully align the pins of the module with the socket pin receptacles.
5) Gently press the module into place.
6) Check to be sure that all pins are seated properly and that none are bent
over.
3.3.1.2 EVM Removal
1) Remove all power from the evaluation platform.
2) Using an appropriate tool as a lever, gently pry up one side of the module
a short distance.
3) Changetotheoppositesideofthe moduleandusethetooltoprythatside
up a short distance.
4) Alternate between sides, prying the module up a little more each time to
avoid bending the pins, until it comes loose from the socket.
5) Lift the EVM off the platform.