Texas Instruments DLP LightCrafter 160CP User manual

EVM User's Guide: DLPCLCR160CPEVM
DLP® LightCrafter™ Display 160CP Evaluation Module
Description
The DLP® LightCrafter™ Display .16 nHD Evaluation
Module (EVM) is designed to enable microcontroller
(MCU) generated graphics display without the need
of a video processor, opening new possibilities
for affordable DLP free-form on-demand display
implementations in industrial and personal electronic
applications such as appliances, human machine
interface, robotics, and toys. This EVM features
DLP160CP chipset including DLPC3421, .16 nHD
(360x640) optical engine, and MSPM0G3507 MCU for
image generation out of the box.
Features
• Small form factor (66 mm x 56 mm)
• First DLP display EVM capable of displaying MCU
generated content
• Easily evaluate image display from Micro SD card
• MSPM0G MCU family compatible (JTAG, UART
supported)
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1 Evaluation Module Overview
1.1 Introduction
This user’s guide presents an overview of the DLP® LightCrafter™ Display 160CP evaluation module (EVM)
(DLPCLCR160CPEVM) and a general description of the main features and functions. The guide explains the
first steps to get started, and shows a detailed description of onboard LEDs, connectors, and overall EVM
assembly.
The EVM can be used by itself to display nHD (640x360) resolution graphics or images either generated by the
DLPC3421 display controller or the MSPM0G3507 MCU (microcontroller). Images can also be added from a
Micro-SD card through the MSPM0 MCU.
This guide provides the user with further information on how to successfully operate the EVM and get content
projected on the wall.
1.2 Kit Contents
The DLPDLCR160CPEVM is shipped as a fully assembled unit. The only component required to power up the
unit is a compatible power adapter (not included).
A 5 V power adapter with a 1 A minimum output and a USB-C connector is required.
1.3 DLPDLCR160CPEVM Subsystems
The DLP LightCrafter Display module consists of two subsystems:
•Formatter Board: includes the DLP chipset (DLPC3421 display controller and DLPA2005 PMIC/LED driver).
The MSPM0G3507 MCU, SSD1963 video interface driver, and Micro-SD card connector are also included.
•Light Engine: includes optics, RGB LEDs, and DLP160CP DMD displaying 640 × 360 pixels (nHD) on
screen.
The DLPDLCR160CPEVM is designed to operate at a maximum ambient temperature of 30°C. A block diagram
of the DLPDLCR160CPEVM is shown in Figure 1-1.
Figure 1-1. DLPDLCR160CPEVM Block Diagram
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1.4 Device Information
•DLPC3421 (Figure 2-1): display controller controls the DLPA2005 (Figure 2-1) PMIC/RGB illumination driver
and the DLP160CP DMD (digital micromirror device).
•DLP160CP DMD is assembled with an Elephant optical module using SFM-03X-CG and SFM-03X-RAB
LEDs from Luminus with a brightness of 20L out of the box (the module is capable to deliver 50L, but requires
additional thermal designs for proper operation).
•MSPM0G3507 (Figure 2-1): MCU provides control application, nHD image generation through the SSD1963
(Figure 2-1), and UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/ Transmitter) (Figure 2-1) communication
programmable capabilities. The MCU can be programmed using ARM® SWD (Serial Wire Debug) interface
through the JTAG (Joint Test Action Group) connector (Figure 2-1).
•SSD1963 (Bridge IC) video interface driver gets 8080 commands from the MCU and outputs RGB666 parallel
interface signals to the DLPC3421 DLP display controller.
•DSI input (Figure 2-1): to the DLPC4321 controller provided through an external interface connector. Video
can be input through an external interface connector over the DSI interface. (Not tested)
•Power button (Figure 2-1) is used to gently power up and power down the DLP display system.
•Programmable push button (Figure 2-1) is used to provide user input controlled by the MCU.
•MicroSD card slot (Figure 2-1) is provided to add custom images controlled by the MCU (MicroSD card not
included).
•USB Type-C power supply interface (Figure 2-1) is used to power the EVM unit (USB Type-C cable and
power supply not included).
This DLP chipset is combined with illumination, projection optics, and RGB LEDs to create a projector that offers
brightness of approximately 20 lumens out of the box for image or informational video display in a very small
volume form factor.
The DLPDLCR160CPEVM is not a production design, and is intended for evaluation only.
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2 Hardware
2.1 EVM Images
Figure 2-1. DLPDLCR160CPEVM Unit (top view)
Figure 2-2. DLPDLCR160CPEVM Unit (perspective view)
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2.2 Safety Instructions
Cautions and Warnings
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2.3 Setup
Use the following instructions to set up and run the DLPDLCR160CPEVM.
A 5 V power adapter with a 1 A minimum output and a USB-C connector is required.
Table 2-1. Steps to Use the EVM
Step Action Comments
Power switch (J1) at
OFF position
Power switch (Figure 2-1), J1, needs to be in the OFF
position before power is turned ON to the board. Toggle
lever to the OFF position, opposite direction of the
arrow shown on the board.
TI does not recommend to pull out the power cable or
turn off the input power while the EVM is running. The J1
switch is also used to turn off the EVM before the input
power is turned off.
Connect power supply Connect a USB-C power supply supporting 5 V at 1 A.
Note
Do not use a muti-voltage output USB-C
power adapter.
LED D1 turns on The green LED, D1, lights up to indicate the board is
receiving power.
Power switch (J1) ON Power switch (J1) to the ON position in the direction
of the arrow on the board.
LED D2 turns on The green LED, D2, lights up to indicate the board is in
operational mode.
The RGB LEDs in the Optical Engine (OE) is turned on.
Splash Screen The EVM shows a DLP Logo as a quick power up
slash screen for approximately 1 second.
DLP logo animation A DLP Logo animation using graphics generated by the
MCU plays for approximately 5 seconds.
Main menu A user selectable main menu is displayed.
A description for each menu can be found in Section
2.3.1.
Change menu selection
Quick button (J2) press to cycle through all the menus.
Selected menu button changes to yellow to confirm
menu selection change.
There are 4 main menu options: View images in SD
card, View images in Flash, Control panel demo, and
Reserved.
Menu selections are explained below.
Confirm menu selection Long (>2 sec) button (J2) press to confirm the menu
selection.
The user action results in a button press animation to
confirm selection.
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2.3.1 Main Menu
After initial powerup and demo display, the push-button switch, SW2, can be used to cycle through the following
four main input/display selections. See Table 2-2 for reference.
Table 2-2. Main Input/Display Selections
Option Description Instructions
MicroSD card Display images from MicroSD card (not
included).
Load content in the MicroSD card per Section 2.3.2. Insert MicroSD
card before selecting the menu. Images on the MicroSD are cycled
on screen. Quick button (J2) press after images start displaying to
pause the images. Long press button to return to the main menu.
Images from Flash memory Display pre-loaded images from display
controller Flash memory.
8 images stored in Flash memory shown individually. Quick button
(J2) press after images start displaying to pause the images. Long
press button to return to the main menu.
Smart Home demo Smart Home user interface demo. MCU
generated images using media library.
Cycle through the Smart Home menus with a quick button press.
Select each menu by long pressing the button. Select the home
icon to return the main menu.
Reserved Reserved space for future capabilities
2.3.2 MicroSD Card Image
Images stored on a MicroSD card can be displayed by the EVM. Images must be stored in an uncompressed,
RGB565 format with nHD (640 x 360) resolution on the card from a computer before inserting in J1, MicroSD
card slot. Images are read out by the MSPM0G3507 MCU before being displayed. Each image is read out by the
MCU and displayed until the new image is transferred. The images on the card are cycled through while in this
mode.
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3 Software
3.1 Programming Instructions
Use the following instructions to program the MSPM0 or the DLPC3421 flash memory.
3.1.1 UART Communication Section
The UART interface is the main communication interface to the EVM through the J3 connector to the
MSPM0G3507. The EVM commands and control can be sent by computer over a terminal interface, or the DLP
EVM GUI program. Please refer to the DLPC3421 Software Programmer’s Guide command and programming
info.
3.1.2 Programming MSPM0 MCU
The MSPM0G3507 MCU can be reprogrammed using either the Uniflash programming tool or the Code
Composer Studio: Theia IDE.
Refer to the following documentation links for more detailed information:
•MSPM0 MCUs Quick Reference Guide
•Code Composer Studio
•MSPM0 SDK
•UniFlash Guide for MSPM0
•UniFlash Quick Start Guide
Refer to Appendix for more detailed EVM MSPM0 programming instructions.
3.1.3 Programming DLPC3421 Display Controller Flash
The DLPC3421 Display Controller flash memory is pre-programmed with a control program binary file.
The EVM GUI can be used to generate a new binary file for programming based on selected options provided
in the GUI. The new binary file can be programmed using the GUI over the UART interface (Not available on
pre-production units). GUI not available on ti.com, to download files needed please request access to MySecure
by writing an email to: [email protected].
Refer to the following documentation links for more detailed information:
•DLPC3421 Software Programmer's Guide
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3.2 Appendix
1. Program MSPM0 Controller
a. Items needed (*not included with EVM)
i. XDS110 Debug Probe (TMDSEMU110-U) kit (with included cables & adapters) or LP-XDS110 and
10-pin 2x5 Socket 1.27mm IDC (SWD) cable, purchased separately.*
ii. TI UniFlash programming application.*
iii. MSPM0 software or programming file.*
iv. EVM UUT
v. 5 V Power supply for EVM.*
vi. Computer.*
b. If using the XDS110 Debug Probe, then connect to the computer with USB cable (USB-A to Micro USB
cable included in kit).
c. Connect the 20-pin debug cable to 20-pin debug header on the XDS110 Debug Probe.
d. Connect the ARM® Cortex®-M 10-pin (CM10) adapter to the other end of the debug cable.
e. Connect the CM10 adapter to J1 on the EVM (MSPM0 JTAG connector).
Note
See example of LP-XDS110 and XDS110 Debug Probe Assembly in Figure 3-1, Figure 3-2,
and Figure 3-3.
f. Connect power supply to board.
g. Turn on power to board.
Figure 3-1. LP-XDS110 Debug Probe and EVM
Figure 3-2. XDS110 Debug Probe Assembly
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Figure 3-3. XDS110 Debug Probe and Board Assembly
2. UniFlash Programming
a. Download and install the TI UniFlash flash programming tool (version 8.4.0 or later) from TI.com at
https://www.ti.com/tool/UNIFLASH.
b. Launch the UniFlash.exe
Note
The XDS110 firmware must be updated to v3.0.0.26 (or newer) to support the MSPM0
devices. The XDS firmware can be updated using the UNIFLASH programming tool.
c. In the New Configuration tab, select the MSPM0G3507 device, and Texas Instruments XDS110 USB
Debug Probe connection:
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