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TPS25831-Q1 Evaluation Module
This user's guide describes the TPS25831-Q1 evaluation module (TPS25831Q1EVM-062). This document
contains the EVM schematics, EVM configuration, bill of materials (BOM), board layout drawing, and
assembly drawing.
Contents
1 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 2
2 Test Setup .................................................................................................................... 2
3 Board Layout ................................................................................................................. 5
4 Schematic and Bill of Materials........................................................................................... 11
List of Figures
1 EVM Setup For Testing Buck Converter ................................................................................. 2
2 EVM Setup for Charging USB Type-C™ Device ....................................................................... 3
3 Top Side Assembly.......................................................................................................... 5
4 Bottom Side Assembly...................................................................................................... 6
5 Top Layer Layout............................................................................................................ 7
6 Middle Layer 1 Layout ...................................................................................................... 8
7 Middle Layer 2 Layout ...................................................................................................... 9
8 Bottom Layer Layout....................................................................................................... 10
9 TPS25831Q1EVM-062 Schematic....................................................................................... 11
List of Tables
1 Connectors ................................................................................................................... 3
2 Jumpers....................................................................................................................... 3
3 LED............................................................................................................................ 3
4 Test Points.................................................................................................................... 4
5 Bill of Materials ............................................................................................................. 12
Trademarks
USB Type-C is a trademark of USB Implementers Forum.

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1 Introduction
The TPS25831Q1EVM-062 is an evaluation module (EVM) for TI's TPS25831-Q1 USB Type-C™ and
BC1.2 5-V, 3.5-A output, 36-V input synchronous buck with cable compensation. The EVM operates over
a range from 6 V to 36 V and provides USB Type-C connectors to evaluate BC1.2 and USB Type-C
charging and USB2.0 data communication functions. The value of cable compensation, current limit, and
switching frequency can be adjusted by resistors on the EVM.
1.1 Features
The following features are available on this EVM:
• 6-V to 36-V input range, 3.5-A continuous output current buck converter
• Forced PWM operation with spread-spectrum dithering
• Fully AEC-Q100 qualified
• ± 8% Current sense accuracy (IOUT > 1.5 A) for precision cable droop compensation
• USB battery charging specification Rev. 1.2 and USB Type-C Rev. 1.3 compliant
• CC1, CC2, D+ and D– Short-to-VBAT, and VBUS protection
• User-programmable VBUS current limit and internal VCONN current limiting
• External NTC component for thermal management
1.2 Applications
The EVM is used in the following applications:
• Automotive: Infotainment, USB hubs, aftermarket USB chargers
2 Test Setup
Figure 1 shows a typical test setup for testing the TPS25831Q1EVM-062 buck converter. Connect J2 to
the 13.5-V power supply. Connect the load to the J1 connector. Install a shunt on J4 to apply Rd on CC1.
Figure 1. EVM Setup For Testing Buck Converter

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Figure 2 shows a typical test setup for charging the USB Type-C device. Connect J2 to the 13.5-V power
supply. Connect USB Type-C device to J7 connector. Shunts do not need to be installed on J4 or J5.
Figure 2. EVM Setup for Charging USB Type-C™ Device
2.1 Physical Access
Table 1 lists the TPS25831Q1EVM-062 connector functionality, Table 2 describes the jumper
configuration, Table 3 shows LED labels and description, and Table 4 describes the test point availability.
Table 1. Connectors
Connector Component Type Description
J2 Terminal block Power input connector for TPS25831-Q1. Connect to a 6-V to 36-V power supply.
J1 Terminal block The regulated output voltage of the TPS25831-Q1 buck converter.
J3 USB Type-A connector, plug Upstream facing USB 2.0 Type A connector. Connect to the USB 2.0 host for data
pass through to J7. The power pin of this connector is float.
J7 USB Type-C connector,
receptacle Downstream facing USB Type-C connector. Connect to the USB Type-C slave for data pass through from J3 and BC1.2 or USB Type-C identification. USB output
power is provided to the slave from the buck converter of the TPS25831-Q1
device.
Table 2. Jumpers
Jumper Label Description
J4 CC1 3 × 1 header. Install shunt to connect Ra or Rd on CC1. Remove shunt to float CC1.
J5 CC2 3 × 1 header. Install shunt to connect Ra or Rd on CC2. Remove shunt to float CC2.
J6 CTRL1 Install shunt to select CTRL1 as LOW. Remove shunt to select CTRL1 as HIGH.
CTRL2 Install shunt to select CTRL2 as LOW. Remove shunt to select CTRL2 as HIGH.
Table 3. LED
LED Label Description
D4 THERM_WARN THERM_WARN signal LED. Turn on when thermal warning asserts.
D5 LD_DET LD_DET signal LED. Turn on when LD_DET asserts.
D6 POL POL signal LED. Turn on when POL asserts.
D7 FAULT FAULT signal LED. Turn on when FAULT asserts.

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Table 4. Test Points
Test Point Label Description
TP1 VCONN VCC pin test point via R1 or external Vconn input
TP2 CSP Test point of voltage between inductor and sense resistor.
TP3 CSN/OUT CSN pin test point and DC-DC output test point
TP4 VIN VIN pin test point
TP5 EN EN pin test point or external EN input.
TP6,TP7, TP8, TP9 GND Power ground test point
TP10 THERM_WARN Thermal warning pin test point
TP11 CC1 CC1 pin test point
TP12 CC2 CC2 pin test point
TP13 LD LD_DET pin test point
TP14 POL POL pin test point
TP15 FLT FAULT pin test point
TP16 VBUS USB Type-A and USB Type-C connector, VBUS test point
TP17 RT RT pin test point or external clock input.
2.2 Adjusting the Switching Frequency
If other frequencies are desired, within the frequency range of 400 kHz to 2.2 MHz, the Rtresistor (R11)
value can be changed. Consult the data sheet for proper selection of the Rtresistor (R11). Change the
inductor (L1) and the total output capacitance for proper control loop operation.
The RT/SYNC pin can also be used to synchronize the internal oscillator to an external clock. The
TPS25831EVMQ1-062 allows users to synchronize the internal oscillator to both Lo-Z clock source and
Hi-Z clock source by configuring R11, R12, and C13. Refer to the data sheet for detailed information.
2.3 Adjusting the Current Limit Value
If other current limit values are desired, the Rlresistor (R15) value can be changed. Consult the data
sheet for proper selection of the Rlresistor (R15).
2.4 Adjusting the Cable Compensation Value
If other cable compensation values are desired, the Rmresistor (R16) value can be changed. Consult the
data sheet for proper selection of the Rmresistor (R16).
2.5 Adjusting Thermal Management
If other thermal management desired, the RT1 resistor, R14, R18 and R19 value can be changed. Consult
the data sheet for proper selection .

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3 Board Layout
Figure 3 and Figure 4 show the top and bottom assembly. Figure 5 to Figure 8 show the layout of the
EVM.
Figure 3. Top Side Assembly

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Figure 8. Bottom Layer Layout

PGND
AGND
AGND
PGND PGND PGND
CSP
CSN
CSN
PGND
PGND
PGND PGND PGND PGND
AGND AGND
VIN
CC1 CC2
AGND AGND
AGND AGND
AGND
AGND AGND
VCC
VCC
CTL1
CTL2
CTL1 CTL2
NTC
THERM_WARN
DATA_IN_N
DATA_IN_P
VBUS
PGND PGND
VBUS
CC2CC1
PGND
PGND
AGND
RT
DATA_IN_N
DATA_IN_P
DATA_IN_N
DATA_IN_P
AGND
AGND
PGND
PGND AGND
Input: 6V-36V, 3.5A
Output: 5V-6.5V 3.5A
AGND
/FAULT/POL/LD_DET
CC2
CC1
/FAULT
/LD_DET
/POL
VCC
AGND
VCC
CC1 CC2
PGND
PGND
PGND
DATA_IN_N
DATA_IN_P
PGND
PGND
PGND PGND
VIN
1
VIN
2
VIN
3
EN
4
CTRL1
5
CTRL2
6
THERM_WARN
7NTC
8
RT/SYNC
9
LS_GD 10
IMON 11
ILIM 12
CSN 13
CSP 14
BUS 15
AGND 16
DM_IN 17
DP_IN 18
CC2 19
CC1 20
VCC
21
POL
22
LD_DET
23
FAULT
24
PGND 25
PGND 26
PGND 27
SW 28
SW 29
SW 30
SW 31
BOOT 32
EP 33
AP
A1
AP
A2
AP
A3
AP
A4
TPS25831S10QWRHB
U1
2.2uF
C3
470k
t°
RT1
0.1µF
C1
DNP
0.1µF
C2
0.1µF
C5
0.1µF
C4
0.1µF
C13
DNP
0.1µF
C16
10µF
C9
DNP
10µF
C10
DNP
10µF
C11
0.22µF
C14
0.22µF
C17
0.22µF
C18
10µF
C15
1
2
J1
1715721
1
2
J2
1715721
VBUS 1
D- 2
D+ 3
GND 4
56
J3
931
1
2
3
J4
1
2
3
J5
12 34
J6
TP17
TP4
TP3
TP10
TP1
TP12TP11
TP2
TP16
TP5
TP13 TP14 TP15
TP6 TP7 TP8 TP9
22µF
C6
22µF
C7
22µF
C8
0.1µF
C12
0.01
R1
DNP
0
R3
20k
R5
20k
R7
0R12
49.9k
R11
0
R14
1.00k
R18
DNP
39.2k
R19
10k
R17
10k
R24
10k
R22
10k
R23
100k
R20
100k
R21
5.1k
R29 5.1k
R27
1.0k
R26
5.62k
R15
5.62k
R16
10.0
R10
0R9
301R6
0.015
R4
0
R8
DNP
0
R13
DNP
15.0k
R28
DNP
15.0k
R30
DNP
0
R2
DNP
1.0k
R25
10uH
L1
95
1 2 3
6 7 8
NC
4
Q1
CSD85312Q3E
GND
A1
SSTXP1
A2 SSTXN1
A3
VBUS
A4
CC1
A5
DP1
A6 DN1
A7
SBU1
A8
VBUS
A9
SSRXN2
A10
SSRXP2
A11
GND
A12 GND B1
SSTXP2 B2
SSTXN2 B3
VBUS B4
CC2 B5
DP2 B6
DN2 B7
SBU2 B8
VBUS B9
SSRXN1 B10
SSRXP1 B11
GND B12
Shield
S1
Shield
S2 Shield S3
Shield S4
GND
M1 GND M2
J7
632723300011
Blue
21
D5
Green
21
D6
Red
21
D7
Red
21
D4
18V
D1
DNP
18V
D2
DNP 18V
D3
DNP
NT1
Net-Tie
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4.1 Schematic
Figure 9 show the EVM schematic.
Figure 9. TPS25831Q1EVM-062 Schematic
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4.2 Bill of Materials
Table 5 provides the EVM bill of materials.
Table 5. Bill of Materials
Designator Qty Value Description Package Reference Part Number Manufacturer
PCB 1 Printed Circuit Board PSIL062 Any
C2, C4, C5, C16 4 0.1 uF CAP, CERM, 0.1 µF, 50 V,+/- 10%, X7R, AEC-Q200 Grade 1, 0603 0603 C0603C104K5RACAUTO Kemet
C3 1 2.2 uF CAP, CERM, 2.2 uF, 16 V, +/- 20%, X5R, 0603 0603 885012106018 Wurth Elektronik
C6, C7, C8 3 22 uF CAP, CERM, 22 µF, 25 V,+/- 10%, X5R, AEC-Q200 Grade 3, 1210 1210 GRT32ER61E226KE13L MuRata
C11 1 10 uF CAP, CERM, 10 µF, 50 V,+/- 20%, X7R, AEC-Q200 Grade 1, 1210 1210 UMJ325KB7106MMHP Taiyo Yuden
C12 1 0.1 uF CAP, CERM, 0.1 µF, 50 V,+/- 5%, C0G/NP0, 1210 1210 C3225C0G1H104J250AA TDK
C15 1 10 uF CAP, CERM, 10 µF, 16 V,+/- 10%, X6S, 0805 0805 GRM21BC81C106KA73L MuRata
D4, D7 2 Red LED, Red, SMD LED_0603 150060RS75000 Wurth Elektronik
D5 1 Blue LED, Blue, SMD LED_0603 150060BS75000 Wurth Elektronik
D56 1 Green LED, Green, SMD LED_0603 150060GS75000 Wurth Elektronik
J1, J2 2 Terminal Block, 5.08 mm, 2x1, TH 2POS Terminal Block 1715721 Phoenix Contact
J3 1 Connector, Plug, USB Type A, R/A, Top Mount SMT USB 2.0, SMT Plug,
18.65x4.5x12mm 931 Keystone
J4, J5 2 Header, 2.54 mm, 3x1, Gold, TH Header, 2.54 mm, 3x1, TH 61300311121 Wurth Elektronik
J6 1 Header, 2.54mm, 2x2, Gold, TH Header, 2.54 mm, 2x2, TH PBC02DAAN Sullins Connector
Solutions
J7 1 Connector, Receptacle, USB Type C, R/A Connector, Receptacle, USB
Type C, R/A, THT/SMT 632723300011 Wurth Elektronik
L1 1 Inductor, Shielded, Composite, 10 uH, 5.8 A, 0.022 ohm, SMD 8.8x8.3mm 74439358100 Wurth Elektronik
Q1 1 20 V MOSFET, 2-CH, N-CH, 20 V, 12 A, DPA0008A (VSON-8) DPA0008A CSD85312Q3E Texas Instruments
R3, R9, R12, R14 4 0 RES, 0, 1%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 RMCF0603ZT0R00 Stackpole Electronics
Inc
R4 1 0.015 RES, 0.015, 1%, 0.5 W, 2010 2010 WSL2010R0150FEA Vishay-Dale
R5, R7 2 20 k RES, 20 k, 5%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 CRCW060320K0JNEA Vishay-Dale
R6 1 301 RES, 301, 1%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 CRCW0603301RFKEA Vishay-Dale
R10 1 10.0 RES, 10.0, 1%, 0.125 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0805 0805 CRCW080510R0FKEA Vishay-Dale
R11 1 49.9 k RES, 49.9 k, 1%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 CRCW060349K9FKEA Vishay-Dale
R15, R16 2 5.62 k RES, 5.62 k, 1%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 CRCW06035K62FKEA Vishay-Dale
R17, R22, R23, R24 4 10 k RES, 10 k, 5%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 CRCW060310K0JNEA Vishay-Dale
R19 1 39.2 k RES, 39.2 k, 1%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 CRCW060339K2FKEA Vishay-Dale
R20, R21 2 100 k RES, 100 k, 1%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 CRCW0603100KFKEA Vishay-Dale
R25, R26 2 1.0 k RES, 1.0 k, 5%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 CRCW06031K00JNEA Vishay-Dale
R27, R29 2 5.1 k RES, 5.1 k, 5%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 CRCW06035K10JNEA Vishay-Dale
RT1 1 470 k Thermistor NTC, 470 k ohm, 5%, 0603 0603 NCP18WM474J03RB MuRata
SH-J4, SH-J6 2 Shunt, 2.54 mm, Gold, Blue Shunt, 2.54mm, Blue 60900213621 Wurth Elektronik

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Table 5. Bill of Materials (continued)
Designator Qty Value Description Package Reference Part Number Manufacturer
TP1, TP2, TP3, TP4, TP5,
TP10, TP11, TP12, TP13,
TP14, TP15, TP16, TP17 13 Test Point, Miniature, SMT Testpoint_Keystone_Miniature 5015 Keystone
TP6, TP7, TP8, TP9 4 Test Point, Compact, SMT Testpoint_Keystone_Compact 5016 Keystone
U1 1 USB Type-C and BC1.2 5 V 3.5 A Output, 36-V Input Synchronous Buck
with Cable Compensation, RHB0032R (VQFN-32) RHB0032R TPS25831S10QWRHB Texas Instruments
C1, C13 0 0.1 uF CAP, CERM, 0.1 µF, 50 V,+/- 10%, X7R, AEC-Q200 Grade 1, 0603 0603 C0603C104K5RACAUTO Kemet
C9, C10 0 10 uF CAP, CERM, 10 µF, 50 V,+/- 20%, X7R, AEC-Q200 Grade 1, 1210 1210 UMJ325KB7106MMHP Taiyo Yuden
D1, D2, D3 0 18 V Diode, TVS, Uni, 18 V, 28.3 Vc, AEC-Q101, SMA SMA SMA6J18AHM3/5A Vishay-
Semiconductor
FID1, FID2, FID3, FID4,
FID5, FID6 0 Fiducial mark. There is nothing to buy or mount. N/A N/A N/A
R1 0 RES, 0.01, 1%, 0.1 W, 0603 0603 WSL0603R0100FEA Vishay-Dale
R2 0 RES, 0, 1%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 RMCF0603ZT0R00 Stackpole Electronics
Inc
R8, R13 0 RES, 0, 1%, 0.5 W, 1206 1206 5108 Keystone
R18 0 1.00 k RES, 1.00 k, 1%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 CRCW06031K00FKEA Vishay-Dale
R28, R30 0 15.0 k RES, 15.0 k, 1%, 0.1 W, AEC-Q200 Grade 0, 0603 0603 CRCW060315K0FKEA Vishay-Dale

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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.
WARNING
Evaluation Kits 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 shall operate the Evaluation Kit within TI’s recommended
guidelines and any applicable legal or environmental requirements
as well as reasonable and customary safeguards. Failure to set up
and/or operate the Evaluation Kit within TI’s recommended
guidelines may result in personal injury or death or property
damage. Proper set up entails following TI’s instructions for
electrical ratings of interface circuits such as input, output and
electrical loads.
NOTE:
EXPOSURE TO ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) MAY CAUSE DEGREDATION OR FAILURE OF THE EVALUATION
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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.

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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.
【無線電波を送信する製品の開発キットをお使いになる際の注意事項】 開発キットの中には技術基準適合証明を受けて
いないものがあります。 技術適合証明を受けていないもののご使用に際しては、電波法遵守のため、以下のいずれかの
措置を取っていただく必要がありますのでご注意ください。
1. 電波法施行規則第6条第1項第1号に基づく平成18年3月28日総務省告示第173号で定められた電波暗室等の試験設備でご使用
いただく。
2. 実験局の免許を取得後ご使用いただく。
3. 技術基準適合証明を取得後ご使用いただく。
なお、本製品は、上記の「ご使用にあたっての注意」を譲渡先、移転先に通知しない限り、譲渡、移転できないものとします。
上記を遵守頂けない場合は、電波法の罰則が適用される可能性があることをご留意ください。 日本テキサス・イ
ンスツルメンツ株式会社
東京都新宿区西新宿６丁目２４番１号
西新宿三井ビル
3.3.3 Notice for EVMs for Power Line Communication: Please see http://www.tij.co.jp/lsds/ti_ja/general/eStore/notice_02.page
電力線搬送波通信についての開発キットをお使いになる際の注意事項については、次のところをご覧ください。http:/
/www.tij.co.jp/lsds/ti_ja/general/eStore/notice_02.page
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.

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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.

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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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