Maxim Integrated MAXSANTAFEEVSYS - Manual (Page 3)

MAXSANTAFEEVSYS User Manual
1 Introduction
The MAXSANTAFEEVSYS kit allows users to quickly demonstrate and evaluate the functionality of the
MAXREFDES5 4-channel analog front-end (AFE) reference design without the need for a bench power supply,
signal generator equipment, or Xilinx development kit. The reference design board connects to a PC through
an included USB-to-SPI adaptor that provides both power and data communication to the board. To test the
AFE reference design, a USB-powered signal generator board utilizing one of Maxim’s digital-to-analog
converters (DACs) is also included. Windows®-based graphical user interfaces (GUIs) communicate with the
boards for generating various analog signal test patterns and simplified access to AFE measurement data.
1.1 Ordering Information
PART DESCRIPTION
MAXSANTAFEEVSYS# Bundled kit for PC evaluation of MAXREFDES5 4-Ch AFE
#Denotes a RoHS-compliant device that may include lead that is exempt under the RoHS requirements.
1.2 Package Contents
The MAXSANTAFEEVSYS kit includes the following:
• MAXREFDES5 4-channel AFE board
• USB2PMB1 USB to Pmod
TM Type 2A adaptor board
• MAX5216DACLITE signal generator board
• Two (2) wires with hook clips (1 red and 1 black)
• Two (2) USB type A male to USB type B mini cables
• USB flash drive with documentation, GUI applications, and USB Drivers
• Quick Start Guide (print copy)
1.3 System Requirements
The MAXSANTAFEEVSYS kit only requires use of a PC with the following:
• Minimum 1GHz processor and 1GB RAM
• Minimum 1024 x 768 video display resolution
• Two available USB ports
• Microsoft Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, or Windows XP®
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