Texas Instruments TPS65185 User manual

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The hardware and software described in this document may slightly vary from the content of the EVM
package. However, operating and installation procedures remain the same.
Contents
1 EVM Package Contents..................................................................................................... 2
2 Hardware...................................................................................................................... 2
3 Software....................................................................................................................... 2
4 EVM Overview ............................................................................................................... 3
4.1 Powering Up the EVM - GPIO Control........................................................................... 4
5 Software Installation Instruction............................................................................................ 4
6 Powering Up the EVM - Software Control................................................................................ 5
6.1 Configuration Registers/BASIC Tab.............................................................................. 5
6.2 GPIO/I2C Controls Tab............................................................................................. 6
7 Other Functions.............................................................................................................. 7
8 Application Considerations ................................................................................................. 7
9 EVM Schematic.............................................................................................................. 8
10 Bill of Materials............................................................................................................... 8
List of Figures
1 Included Hardware .......................................................................................................... 2
2 TPS65185 EVM.............................................................................................................. 3
3 setup.exe File Location ..................................................................................................... 4
4 Startup Panel TPS65185 Control Software .............................................................................. 5
5 GPIO/I2C Control Tab ....................................................................................................... 6
6 JP1, JP2, and JP3 Must Be Removed Before Using the GUI GPIO Control........................................ 6
List of Tables
1 Bill of Materials............................................................................................................... 9
Trademarks
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USB Interface
Adapter
TPS65185 EVM
Ribbon Cable
USB Cable
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1 EVM Package Contents
The EVM package contains the following components:
• EVM (TPS65185 installed)
• User’s guide
• USB interface adapter
• USB interface cable
• Ribbon cable
• Software
2 Hardware
Figure 1. Included Hardware
3 Software
• TPS65185 GUI setup file: setup.exe

TPS65185
(installed)
GPIO JUMPERS
USB interface
connector
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4 EVM Overview
Figure 2 identifies the main components of the EVM. The exact configuration of the EVM may vary from
the image below.
Figure 2. TPS65185 EVM

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4.1 Powering Up the EVM - GPIO Control
To power up the EVM follow the steps outlined below:
• Install WAKEUP jumper in the GND position.
• Install VCOM_CTRL jumper in the GND position.
• Install PWRUP jumper in the VIO position.
• Connect the EVM to the USB interface adapter using the 10-lead ribbon cable.
• Connect the USB interface connector to the computer USB port using a standard USB cable.
• Connect a 3-V - 6-V supply from the VIN terminal to GND.
• Move the WAKEUP jumper from the GND position to VIO position.
The TPS65185 should start immediately with the predefined power-up sequence and voltage settings.
NOTE: Please note that although in this example no software control and therefore no I2C
communication is required, the USB interface still needs to be connected. This is because
the interface board also provides the 3.3-V VIO rail. To operate the EVM without the
interface, connect a 3.3-V supply from VIO to GND.
5 Software Installation Instruction
The following section explains the procedure for installing the Graphical User Interface (GUI) onto a
Windows based PC. A USB interface adapter is required to connect the EVM to a PC and should have
been provided with the EVM.
Additional interfaces can be ordered through www.ti.com/tool/usb-to-gpio.
If the software has been installed already, skip the following section and continue at Operating
Instructions.
To install the EVM software follow the steps outlined below:
• Copy the TPS65185 folder to your computer.
• Double-click on the setup.exe file in the TPS65185\Volume directory.
• Follow the prompts to finish the installation.
• At the end of the installation you may be asked to reboot your computer.
Figure 3. setup.exe File Location

BIT=1
BIT=0
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6 Powering Up the EVM - Software Control
To power up the EVM follow the steps outlined below:
• Install WAKEUP jumper in the GND position.
• Install VCOM_CTRL jumper in the GND position.
• Install PWRUP jumper in the GND position.
• Connect the USB interface connector to the computer USB port using a standard USB cable.
• Connect a 3-V - 6-V supply from the VIN terminal to GND.
• Move the WAKEUP jumper from the GND position to VIO position.
• Run the TPS65185.exe software:
– Click on “start".
– Click on “All Programs”.
– Select TPS65185 program group.
– Click on TPS65185.
The following window should appear:
This image is for illustration only and does not represent the default register settings.
Figure 4. Startup Panel TPS65185 Control Software
Update the Slave Address to 0x68h and click on the ACTIVE bit in the ENABLE register. All regulators
should power up.
6.1 Configuration Registers/BASIC Tab
The BASIC panel represents the register map and contains a button for each bit. A depressed button
represents a bit set to ‘1’ and a released button represents a ‘0’.

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6.2 GPIO/I2C Controls Tab
Use this page to change the I2C interface data rate and SDA/SCL pullup resistors which are built into the
USB interface adapter.
This tab also provides controls for the VCOM_CTRL, PWRUP, and WAKEUP pins. Please note that the
jumpers JP1, JP2, and JP3 must be removed to control the pins through the GUI.
Figure 5. GPIO/I2C Control Tab
Figure 6. JP1, JP2, and JP3 Must Be Removed Before Using the GUI GPIO Control

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7 Other Functions
• To clear the GUI panel, press the “CLEAR ALL” button. Note that this function has no effect on the
TPS65185. This function is useful to verify that “READ ALL” function is working properly.
• Individual registers can be read and written to using the READ and WRITE buttons. The data is
displayed in HEX format.
• The default setting for the GUI is to update the register settings immediately after the user changes
values. Select “MANUAL” update control if you wish to change multiple values before writing to the
TPS65185.
• The GUI periodically polls the TMST_VAL, ENABLE, INT1, INT2, and PG_STAT registers to reflect the
current status of the device. The polling interval can be adjusted by the user by entering a number
below the "AUTO POLL" button. Release the "AUTO POLL" button to disable automatic polling.
8 Application Considerations
For production systems, VDDH_D and VEE_D should have dedicated 100-nF capacitors to GND. This
evaluation module demonstrates the various features of the TPS65185x, but does not necessarily
constitute a robust production design.

4.7uF 10VC1
10uF 10VC4
1MR3
VIN
VIO
4.7uF 10VC2
1MR7VIO
4.7uF 25V
X6S
C12
4.7uF 25V
X6S
C13
1
122
4.7uH
L2 A2
K
1D6
10uF
10V
C19
4.7uF 25V
X6S
C27
VN
D4 D5
10nF 25VC23
4.7uF 25V
X6S
C30
4.7uF 25V X6S
C31VPOS
1
122
2.2uHL1 VIN
10uF 25V X6S
C6
D1
4.7uF X6S
C34
D2 D3
4.7uF 25V
X6S
C26
10nF 25VC21
SDA SCL PWRUP
VN
4.7uF 10VC5
43KR2
WAKEUP
VNEG 1MR6
1MR1
47.5kR10
52.3KR4
VB
10KNTC
DNIC17 DNIC14
VN
VEE
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GNDGND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
VDDH
VIN3P3 V3P3
VN VCOM
10KR8 10KR9
VIO VIO
VCOM_CTRL
4.7uF 25V X6S
C33
GND
GND
GND
VREF
1
nINT
2
VNEG
3
VNEG_IN
4
WAKEUP
5
DGND
6
INT_LDO
7
AGND1
8
VNEG_DIS
9
VIN
10
N/C
11
VCOM_CTRL
12
N/C
13
VCOM_DIS
14
VCOM
15
VCOM_PWR
16
SCL
17
SDA
18
VPOS_DIS
19
N/C
20
PWRUP
21
PBKG
22
PWR_GOOD
23
VIN_P
24
VN_SW 25
VN 26
VEE_IN 27
VEE_DRV 28
VEE_DIS 29
VEE_D 30
VEE_FB 31
PGND2 32
VDDH_FB 33
VDDH_D 34
VDDH_DIS 35
VDDH_DRV 36
VDDH_IN 37
N/C 38 N/C 39
VB_SW 40
PGND1 41
VB 42
VPOS_IN 43
VPOS 44
VIN3P3 45
V3P3 46
TS 47
AGND2 48
PPAD
0
U1
TPS65185
nINT
GND
VIN
GND
VPOS
4.7uF X6S
C7
GND
0R12VNEG
0R5
0R11
0R13 0R14
TP1VREF
TP3VNEG
TP7INT_LDO
TP10VIN
TP15VCOM
TP33VDDH_FB
TP31VEE_FB
TP44VPOS TP47TS
GND
TP43VB
*TP27VN
TP2nINT
TP23PWR_GOOD
VIO WAKEUP
PWRUP
VCOM_CTRL
JP1
JP2
JP3
VPOS
3
1
2
4
J1
VCOM
VNEG
GND
VEE
VDDH
3 1 2 4
J2
VIN
GND
3
1
2
4
J3
GND
8
5
2
9
6
3
10
7
4
1
J4
GPIO7
GPIO6
GPIO5
GPIO4
V3p3
GND
GPIO3
GPIO2
SCL
SDA
GND
SDA
SCL
VIO
100kR17 100kR16 100kR15 PWRUP
VCOM_CTRL
WAKEUP
VIN3P3 V3P3
GND
GND
100nF25VC35 GND
100nF25VC36 GND
VN
*TP29VEE
*TP35VDDH
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10 Bill of Materials
Table 1 lists the bill of materials for the TPS65185EVM.

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Table 1. Bill of Materials
Quantity Designator Value Footprint Manufacturer Manufacturer's Part No. Description Comment
3 C1, C2, C5 4.7uF 0603 Murata GRM188R60J475KE19D CAP CER 4.7UF 6.3V X5R 0603 Cap
2 C4, C19 10uF 0603 Murata GRM188R60G106ME47D CAP CER 10UF 4V X5R 0603 Cap
1 C6 10uF 0805 Murata GRM21BR70J106KE76L CAP CER 10UF 6.3V X7R 0805 Cap
9 C7, C12, C13, C26, C27, C30, C31, C33, C34 4.7uF 1206 Taiyo Yuden UMK316BJ475KL-T CAP CER 4.7UF 50V X5R 1206 Cap
1 C14 DNI 0603 DNI
1 C17 DNI 0603 Cap
2 C21, C23 10nF 0603 Murata GRM188R71E103KA01D CAP CER 10000PF 25V 10% X7R 0603 Cap
2 C35, C36 100nF 0603 Murata GRM188R71E104KA01D CAP CER .1UF 25V 10% X7R 0603 Cap
6 D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6 SOD-123 On Semi MBR130T1G DIODE SCHOTTKY 30V 1A SOD123 Diode
3 J1, J2, J3 ED1514 TB_4X3.5MM On Shore ED555/4DS TERMINAL BLOCK 3.5MM 4POS PCB
1 J4 2510-6002UB CONN_2510-6002UB 3M 2510-6002UB SHROUDED HEADER 10 POS STRAIGHT CONN_2510-6002UB
3 JP1, JP2, JP3 JMP0.3 Samtec Inc TSW-150-07-T-D CONN HEADER 100POS .100" DL TIN JUMPER 3 PIN
1 L1 2.2uH CDRH6D28 Murata LQH55DN2R2M03L Power Inductors 2.2uH 20% Inductor
1 L2 4.7uH CDRH6D28 Murata LQH55DN4R7M03L Power Inductors 4.7uH 20% Inductor
1 NTC 10K 0603 Rohm Semi MCR03EZPFX1002 RES 10.0K OHM 1/10W 1% 0603 SMD
4 R1, R3, R6, R7 1M 0603 Rohm Semi MCR03EZPFX1004 RES 1.00M OHM 1/10W 1% 0603 SMD Res1
1 R2 43K 0603 Rohm Semi MCR03EZPFX4302 RES 43.0K OHM 1/10W 1% 0603 SMD
1 R4 52.3K 0603 Rohm Semi MCR03EZPFX5232 RES 52.3K OHM 1/10W 1% 0603 SMD Res1
5 R5, R11, R12, R13, R14 0 0603 Rohm Semi MCR03EZPJ000 RES 0.0 OHM 1/10W 0603 SMD Res1
2 R8, R9 10K 0603 Rohm Semi MCR03EZPFX1002 RES 10.0K OHM 1/10W 1% 0603 SMD Res1
1 R10 47.5k 0603 Rohm Semi MCR03EZPFX4752 RES 47.5K OHM 1/10W 1% 0603 SMD Res1
3 R15, R16, R17 100k 0603 Rohm Semi MCR03EZPFX1003 RES 100K OHM 1/10W 1% 0603 SMD Res1
1 TP1 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE VREF
1 TP2 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE nINT
1 TP3 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE VNEG
1 TP7 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE INT_LDO
1 TP10 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE VIN
1 TP15 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE VCOM
1 TP23 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE PWR_GOOD
1 TP27 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE VN
1 TP29 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE VEE
1 TP31 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE VEE_FB
1 TP33 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE VDDH_FB
1 TP35 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE VDDH
1 TP43 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE VB
1 TP44 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE VPOS
1 TP47 STD TP-032 Keystone Electronics 5002 TEST POINT PC MINI .040"D WHITE TS
1 U1 RGZ (S-PQFP-N48) TPS65185
4 N/A N/A N/A 3M SJ-5303 (CLEAR) BUMPON HEMISPHERE .44X.20 CLEAR
3 N/A NA N/A Sullins Connector SPC02SYAN CONN JUMPER SHORTING GOLD FLASH

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Changes from Original (October 2011) to A Revision .................................................................................................... Page
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• Added the Application Considerations section ........................................................................................ 7
• Changed the EVM Schematic ........................................................................................................... 8
• Changed the Bill of Materials............................................................................................................ 9

STANDARD TERMS FOR EVALUATION MODULES
1. 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. User's acceptance of the EVM is expressly subject to the following terms.
1.1 EVMs are intended solely for product or software developers for use in a research and development setting to facilitate feasibility
evaluation, experimentation, or scientific analysis of TI semiconductors products. EVMs have no direct function and are not
finished products. EVMs shall not be directly or indirectly assembled as a part or subassembly in any finished product. For
clarification, any software or software tools provided with the EVM (“Software”) shall not be subject to the terms and conditions
set forth herein but rather shall be subject to the applicable terms that accompany such Software
1.2 EVMs are not intended for consumer or household use. EVMs may not be sold, sublicensed, leased, rented, loaned, assigned,
or otherwise distributed for commercial purposes by Users, in whole or in part, or used in any finished product or production
system.
2Limited Warranty and Related Remedies/Disclaimers:
2.1 These terms do not apply to Software. The warranty, if any, for Software is covered in the applicable Software License
Agreement.
2.2 TI warrants that the TI EVM will conform to TI's published specifications for ninety (90) days after the date TI delivers such EVM
to User. Notwithstanding the foregoing, TI shall not be liable for a nonconforming EVM if (a) the nonconformity was caused by
neglect, misuse or mistreatment by an entity other than TI, including improper installation or testing, or for any EVMs that have
been altered or modified in any way by an entity other than TI, (b) the nonconformity resulted from User's design, specifications
or instructions for such EVMs or improper system design, or (c) User has not paid on time. Testing and other quality control
techniques are used to the extent TI deems necessary. TI does not test all parameters of each EVM.
User's claims against TI under this Section 2 are void if User fails to notify TI of any apparent defects in the EVMs within ten (10)
business days after delivery, or of any hidden defects with ten (10) business days after the defect has been detected.
2.3 TI's sole liability shall be at its option to repair or replace EVMs that fail to conform to the warranty set forth above, or credit
User's account for such EVM. TI's liability under this warranty shall be limited to EVMs that are returned during the warranty
period to the address designated by TI and that are determined by TI not to conform to such warranty. If TI elects to repair or
replace such EVM, TI shall have a reasonable time to repair such EVM or provide replacements. Repaired EVMs shall be
warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. Replaced EVMs shall be warranted for a new full ninety (90) day
warranty period.
3Regulatory 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. This kit is not a finished product and when assembled may not be resold or
otherwise marketed unless all required FCC equipment authorizations are first obtained. Operation is subject to the condition
that this product not cause harmful interference to licensed radio stations and that this product accept harmful interference.
Unless the assembled kit is designed to operate under part 15, part 18 or part 95 of this chapter, the operator of the kit must
operate under the authority of an FCC license holder or must secure an experimental authorization under part 5 of this chapter.
3.1.2 For EVMs annotated as FCC – FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Part 15 Compliant:
CAUTION
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
FCC Interference Statement for Class A EVM devices
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.

FCC Interference Statement for Class B EVM devices
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
3.2 Canada
3.2.1 For EVMs issued with an Industry Canada Certificate of Conformance to RSS-210 or RSS-247
Concerning EVMs Including Radio Transmitters:
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Concernant les EVMs avec appareils radio:
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit
accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Concerning EVMs Including Detachable Antennas:
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser)
gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type
and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for
successful communication. This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types
listed in the user guide with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated.
Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited
for use with this device.
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 l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope
rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante. Le
présent émetteur radio a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés dans le
manuel d’usage et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne
non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de
l'émetteur
3.3 Japan
3.3.1 Notice for EVMs delivered in Japan: Please see http://www.tij.co.jp/lsds/ti_ja/general/eStore/notice_01.page 日本国内に
輸入される評価用キット、ボードについては、次のところをご覧ください。
http://www.tij.co.jp/lsds/ti_ja/general/eStore/notice_01.page
3.3.2 Notice for Users of EVMs Considered “Radio Frequency Products” in Japan: EVMs entering Japan may not be certified
by TI as conforming to Technical Regulations of Radio Law of Japan.
If User uses EVMs in Japan, not certified to Technical Regulations of Radio Law of Japan, User is required to follow the
instructions set forth by Radio Law of Japan, which includes, but is not limited to, the instructions below with respect to EVMs
(which for the avoidance of doubt are stated strictly for convenience and should be verified by User):
1. Use EVMs in a shielded room or any other test facility as defined in the notification #173 issued by Ministry of Internal
Affairs and Communications on March 28, 2006, based on Sub-section 1.1 of Article 6 of the Ministry’s Rule for
Enforcement of Radio Law of Japan,
2. Use EVMs only after User obtains the license of Test Radio Station as provided in Radio Law of Japan with respect to
EVMs, or
3. Use of EVMs only after User obtains the Technical Regulations Conformity Certification as provided in Radio Law of Japan
with respect to EVMs. Also, do not transfer EVMs, unless User gives the same notice above to the transferee. Please note
that if User does not follow the instructions above, User will be subject to penalties of Radio Law of Japan.

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3.4 European Union
3.4.1 For EVMs subject to EU Directive 2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive):
This is a class A product intended for use in environments other than domestic environments that are connected to a
low-voltage power-supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes. In a domestic environment this
product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
4EVM 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. The notices contain important safety information
related to, for example, temperatures and voltages.
4.3 Safety-Related Warnings and Restrictions:
4.3.1 User shall operate the EVM within TI’s recommended specifications and environmental considerations stated in the user
guide, other available documentation provided by TI, and any other applicable requirements and employ reasonable and
customary safeguards. Exceeding the specified performance ratings and specifications (including but not limited to input
and output voltage, current, power, and environmental ranges) for the EVM may cause personal injury or death, or
property damage. If there are questions concerning performance ratings and specifications, User should contact a TI
field representative prior to connecting interface electronics including input power and intended loads. Any loads applied
outside of the specified output range may also result in unintended and/or inaccurate operation and/or possible
permanent damage to the EVM and/or interface electronics. Please consult the EVM user guide prior to connecting any
load to the EVM output. If there is uncertainty as to the load specification, please contact a TI field representative.
During normal operation, even with the inputs and outputs kept within the specified allowable ranges, some circuit
components may have elevated case temperatures. These components include but are not limited to linear regulators,
switching transistors, pass transistors, current sense resistors, and heat sinks, which can be identified using the
information in the associated documentation. When working with the EVM, please be aware that the EVM may become
very warm.
4.3.2 EVMs are intended solely for use by technically qualified, professional electronics experts who are familiar with the
dangers and application risks associated with handling electrical mechanical components, systems, and subsystems.
User assumes all responsibility and liability for proper and safe handling and use of the EVM by User or its employees,
affiliates, contractors or designees. User assumes all responsibility and liability to ensure that any interfaces (electronic
and/or mechanical) between the EVM and any human body are designed with suitable isolation and means to safely
limit accessible leakage currents to minimize the risk of electrical shock hazard. User assumes all responsibility and
liability for any improper or unsafe handling or use of the EVM by User or its employees, affiliates, contractors or
designees.
4.4 User assumes all responsibility and liability to determine whether the EVM is subject to any applicable international, federal,
state, or local laws and regulations related to User’s handling and use of the EVM and, if applicable, User assumes all
responsibility and liability for compliance in all respects with such laws and regulations. User assumes all responsibility and
liability for proper disposal and recycling of the EVM consistent with all applicable international, federal, state, and local
requirements.
5. Accuracy of Information: To the extent TI provides information on the availability and function of EVMs, TI attempts to be as accurate
as possible. However, TI does not warrant the accuracy of EVM descriptions, EVM availability or other information on its websites as
accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free.

6. Disclaimers:
6.1 EXCEPT AS SET FORTH ABOVE, EVMS AND ANY MATERIALS PROVIDED WITH THE EVM (INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, REFERENCE DESIGNS AND THE DESIGN OF THE EVM ITSELF) ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "WITH ALL
FAULTS." TI DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING SUCH ITEMS, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY EPIDEMIC FAILURE WARRANTY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT OF ANY THIRD PARTY PATENTS, COPYRIGHTS, TRADE
SECRETS OR OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS.
6.2 EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED RIGHT TO USE THE EVM SET FORTH HEREIN, NOTHING IN THESE TERMS SHALL BE
CONSTRUED AS GRANTING OR CONFERRING ANY RIGHTS BY LICENSE, PATENT, OR ANY OTHER INDUSTRIAL OR
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT OF TI, ITS SUPPLIERS/LICENSORS OR ANY OTHER THIRD PARTY, TO USE THE
EVM IN ANY FINISHED END-USER OR READY-TO-USE FINAL PRODUCT, OR FOR ANY INVENTION, DISCOVERY OR
IMPROVEMENT, REGARDLESS OF WHEN MADE, CONCEIVED OR ACQUIRED.
7. USER'S INDEMNITY OBLIGATIONS AND REPRESENTATIONS. USER WILL DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD TI, ITS
LICENSORS AND THEIR REPRESENTATIVES HARMLESS FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, DAMAGES, LOSSES,
EXPENSES, COSTS AND LIABILITIES (COLLECTIVELY, "CLAIMS") ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY
HANDLING OR USE OF THE EVM THAT IS NOT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE TERMS. THIS OBLIGATION SHALL APPLY
WHETHER CLAIMS ARISE UNDER STATUTE, REGULATION, OR THE LAW OF TORT, CONTRACT OR ANY OTHER LEGAL
THEORY, AND EVEN IF THE EVM FAILS TO PERFORM AS DESCRIBED OR EXPECTED.
8. Limitations on Damages and Liability:
8.1 General Limitations. IN NO EVENT SHALL TI BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, COLLATERAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE,
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH OR ARISING OUT OF THESE
TERMS OR THE USE OF THE EVMS , REGARDLESS OF WHETHER TI HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES. EXCLUDED DAMAGES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, COST OF REMOVAL OR
REINSTALLATION, ANCILLARY COSTS TO THE PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES, RETESTING,
OUTSIDE COMPUTER TIME, LABOR COSTS, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF SAVINGS, LOSS OF
USE, LOSS OF DATA, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION. NO CLAIM, SUIT OR ACTION SHALL BE BROUGHT AGAINST TI
MORE THAN TWELVE (12) MONTHS AFTER THE EVENT THAT GAVE RISE TO THE CAUSE OF ACTION HAS
OCCURRED.
8.2 Specific Limitations. IN NO EVENT SHALL TI'S AGGREGATE LIABILITY FROM ANY USE OF AN EVM PROVIDED
HEREUNDER, INCLUDING FROM ANY WARRANTY, INDEMITY OR OTHER OBLIGATION ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THESE TERMS, , EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID TO TI BY USER FOR THE PARTICULAR
EVM(S) AT ISSUE DURING THE PRIOR TWELVE (12) MONTHS WITH RESPECT TO WHICH LOSSES OR DAMAGES ARE
CLAIMED. THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM SHALL NOT ENLARGE OR EXTEND THIS LIMIT.
9. Return Policy. Except as otherwise provided, TI does not offer any refunds, returns, or exchanges. Furthermore, no return of EVM(s)
will be accepted if the package has been opened and no return of the EVM(s) will be accepted if they are damaged or otherwise not in
a resalable condition. If User feels it has been incorrectly charged for the EVM(s) it ordered or that delivery violates the applicable
order, User should contact TI. All refunds will be made in full within thirty (30) working days from the return of the components(s),
excluding any postage or packaging costs.
10. Governing Law: These terms and conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas,
without reference to conflict-of-laws principles. User agrees that non-exclusive jurisdiction for any dispute arising out of or relating to
these terms and conditions lies within courts located in the State of Texas and consents to venue in Dallas County, Texas.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, any judgment may be enforced in any United States or foreign court, and TI may seek injunctive relief
in any United States or foreign court.
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