SLUSE05 December 2019 BQ78350-R1A
PRODUCTION DATA.
By default, the BQ78350-R1A device is initially set up to keep the CHG, DSG, and PCHG FETs OFF and many other features disabled until the appropriate ManufacturingStatus() bit that enables ManufacturerAccess() commands are received, or when the default Manufacturing Status is changed.
In the first steps to evaluating the device and BQ769x0 AFE, use the ManufacturerAccess() commands to ensure correct operation of features, and if they are needed in the application. Then enable features' reading for more in-depth application evaluation.
Prior to using the device, the default settings should be evaluated as the device has many configuration settings and options. These can be separated into five main areas:
The key areas of focus are covered in the following sections.