Chapter 1
The M-LVDS Evaluation Module
This document describes the multipoint low-voltage differential-signaling (M-LVDS) evaluation module (EVM) used to aid designers in development and analysis of this new signaling technology. The Texas Instruments SN65MLVD200A, SN65MLVD201, SN65MLVD202A, SN65MLVD203, SN65MLVD204A, SN65MLVD205A, SN65MLVD206, SN65MLVD207 series are low-voltage differential line drivers and receivers complying with the M-LVDS standard (TIA/EIA−899). The EVM kit contains the assembled printed-circuit board and all of the released devices referred to in Table 1−1. Using the EVM to evaluate these devices should provide insight into the design of low-voltage differential circuits. The EVM board allows the designer to connect an input to one or both of the drivers and configure a point-to-point, multidrop, or multipoint data bus.
The EVM can be used to evaluate device parameters while acting as a guide for high-frequency board layout. The board allows for the connection of a 100-Ωcontrolled impedance cable of varying lengths. This provides the designer with a tool for evaluation and successful design of an end product.
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1.1 | Overview | . . 1-2 |
1.2 | M-LVDS Standard TIA/EIA−899 | . . 1-3 |
1.3 | M-LVDS EVM Kit Contents | . . 1-4 |
1.4 | Configurations | . . 1-5 |
1.5 | Recommended Equipment | . . 1-8 |
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