Texas Instruments TPA005D12 - Manual (Page 25)

Using The TPA005D12 Class-D EVM With the Plug-N-Play Platform
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3.4 Using The TPA005D12 Class-D EVM With the Plug-N-Play Platform
The TPA005D12 class-D stereo audio amplifier evaluation module was
designed to be used with the TI plug-n-play audio amplifier evaluation
platform. It simply plugs into socket U2 and U3.
The following paragraphs provide additional details for using the TPA005D12
class-D EVM with the platform.
3.4.1 Installing and Removing EVM Boards
TI plug-n-play evaluation modules use single-in-line header pins installed on
the underside of the module circuit board to plug into sockets on the platform.
The EVM pins and the platform sockets are keyed such that only the correct
type of EVM can be installed in a particular socket, and then only with the
proper orientation.
Evaluation modules are easily removed from the platform by simply prying
them up and lifting them out of their sockets. Care must be taken, however, to
prevent bending the pins.
3.4.1.1 EVM Insertion
1) Remove all power from the evaluation platform.
2) Locate sockets U2 and U3 on the platform.
3) Orient the module correctly.
4) Carefully align the pins of the module with the socket pin receptacles.
5) Gently press the module into place.
6) Check to be sure that all pins are seated properly and that none are bent
over.
3.4.1.2 EVM Removal
1) Remove all power from the evaluation platform.
2) Using an appropriate tool as a lever, gently pry up one side of the module
a small amount.
3) Change to the opposite side of the module and use the tool to pry that side
up a small amount.
4) Alternate between sides, prying the module up a little more each time to
avoid bending the pins, until it comes loose from the socket.
5) Lift the EVM off of the platform.