This section describes the test points
and connectors on the EVM and how to properly connect, set up, and use the LMR36503MSCEEVM.
By default, the EVM utilizes a
MODE/SYNC trim part. The MODE/RT jumper J4 is connected between pins 1 and 2. By
default, this means that the part is operating in a 2.2MHz fixed frequency, PFM
light-load operating mode. To access FPWM light-load operating mode, depopulate
resistor R5 and connect pins 2 and 3 of J4.
The test setup consists of the
following instruments in addition to the EVM board.
- Power Supply: The input DC
voltage source must be capable of at least 65V and 2A.
- Load: The load must be an
electronic, constant-current (CC) or constant-resistance (CR) mode load, capable
of supporting up to 300mA up to 5V. For no-load input current measurements, the
electronic load must be disconnected.
- Multimeters:
- Voltmeter 1:
Measures input voltage at VIN (TP1) and GND (TP7)
- Voltmeter 2:
Measures output voltage at VOUT (TP2) and GND (TP4)
- Ammeter 1:
Measures input current.
- Ammeter 2:
Measures output current.
- Oscilloscope: With the
scope set to 20MHz bandwidth, and AC coupling, measure the output voltage ripple
directly across an output capacitor with a short ground lead. The oscilloscope
probe tip must be placed on the positive terminal of the output capacitor, and
the ground lead must be placed on the negative terminal of the output capacitor.
TI does not recommend using a long-leaded ground connection because the
connection can induce additional noise due to a large ground loop. To measure
other waveforms, adjust the oscilloscope as necessary.