This section includes a list of supplies required to perform tests on this EVM.
- Power Supplies: Power Supply #1 (PS1): A power supply capable of supplying 5 V at 3 A is required. While this part can handle larger voltage and current, it is not necessary for this procedure.
- Loads: Load #1 (4-Quadrant Supply, Constant Voltage < 4.5 V): A "Kepco" Load, BOP, 20-5M, DC 0 to ±20 V, 0 to ±5 A (or higher)
Alternative Option: A 0–20V/0–5 A, > 30-W DC electronic load set in a constant voltage loading mode
Load #2(Electronic or Resistive Load): 10 Ω, 5 W (or higher) - Meters: (6x) "Fluke 75" multimeters, (equivalent or better).
Alternative Option: (4x) equivalent voltage meters and (2x) equivalent current meters. The current meters must be capable of measuring at least 5-A. - Computer: A computer with at least one USB port and a USB cable. Must have the latest version of Battery Management Studio installed.
- USB-TO-GPIO Communication Kit: EV2300/EV2400 USB-based PC interface board.
- Software: Download the latest version of BQSTUDIOTEST from www.ti.com.
Double click the Battery Management Studio installation file and follow the installation steps. The software supports the
Microsoft®Windows® XP, 7, and 10 operating systems.