SLVUDB9 July   2025 ADC34RF72

 

  1.   1
  2.   Description
  3.   Get Started
  4.   Features
  5.   Applications
  6.   6
  7. 1Evaluation Module Overview
    1. 1.1 Introduction
    2. 1.2 Kit Contents
    3. 1.3 Specification
    4. 1.4 Device Information
  8. 2Hardware and Software Setup
    1. 2.1  Board Overview
    2. 2.2  Required Equipment
    3. 2.3  Required Software Installation
    4. 2.4  Required TI Software to Install
    5. 2.5  3rd Party Software to Install
    6. 2.6  Software Environment Setup
    7. 2.7  Hardware Setup and Connections
    8. 2.8  ADC3xRF72 EVM Connections
    9. 2.9  TSW14J58 Data Capture Card Connections
    10. 2.10 Debug LEDs
    11. 2.11 EVM Jumpers and Switches
  9. 3ADC3xRF72 EVM Configuration and Programming
    1. 3.1  ADC EVM Quick Start
    2. 3.2  Power on all Boards and Signal Generators
    3. 3.3  Launch GSPS FPGA Server
    4. 3.4  Launch High-Speed Data Converter Professional (HSDC Pro) SW
    5. 3.5  Programming the ADC
    6. 3.6  Quick Start Mode
    7. 3.7  System Level Configuration Mode
    8. 3.8  Advanced Mode
    9. 3.9  Runtime Configuration
    10. 3.10 Exporting ADC3xRF72 Configuration and Python API usage
    11. 3.11 Further GUI Help
  10. 4Troubleshooting and FAQ
  11. 5Important Signal Routing
    1. 5.1 ADC Device Clock Routing
    2. 5.2 Board Modifications
      1. 5.2.1 ADC3xRF72 Analog Inputs
  12. 6Hardware Design Files
    1. 6.1 Schematics
    2. 6.2 PCB Layouts
    3. 6.3 Bill of Materials (BOM)
  13. 7Additional Information
    1. 7.1 Trademarks
  14. 8References

2.2 Required Equipment

In addition to the provided equipment detailed in section Section 1.2, the following equipment is not included with the EVM kit, but is required for proper evaluation.

  • TSW14J58EVM FPGA Capture card for capturing data from the ADC, and everything required for operation according to the TSW14J58EVM User’s Guide TSW14J58EVM.
  • High-Speed Data Converter Pro Software (HSDC Pro) High Speed Data Converter Pro
  • GSPS FPGA SERVER GSPS FPGA SERVER download link
  • One 12 Volt power supply capable of supplying 5Amps
  • At least two low-noise signal generators to provide the ADC sampling clock and analog inputs to the ADC. TI recommends either of the following signal generators:
    • Rohde and Schwarz SMA100A
    • Rohde and Schwarz SMA100B
  • A lower performance signal generator is also required as a reference clock to the ADC:
    • This clock does not affect ADC performance and is only be used for functionality.
  • Bandpass filters for the sample clock and analog inputs. It is recommended to use filters with a narrow passband (within 5%-15% of the desired bandwidth), and minimal insertion loss.
  • SMA cables to connect the inputs

By default, the EVM is configured for an external reference clock to be provided, there are optional board modifications that can be done to allow for only a single clock be supplied to the ADC EVM. These modifications are noted in Section 5.2