Getting Started with the KITVR5500AEEVM

Last Modified: 2019-10-18 12:22:00Supports KITVR5500AEEVM | VR5500 / FS5502 PMIC Evaluation Board

Contents of this document

  • 1

    Get Started

  • 2

    Get the Hardware

  • 3

    Configure Hardware

  • 4

    Install Software

Purchase your KITVR5500AEEVM | VR5500 / FS5502 PMIC Evaluation Board

Contents of this document

1. Get Started

The NXP analog product development boards provide an easy-to-use platform for evaluating NXP products. The boards support a range of analog, mixed-signal and power solutions. They incorporate monolithic integrated circuits and system-in-package devices that use proven high-volume technology. NXP products offer longer battery life, a smaller form factor, reduced component counts, lower cost, and improved performance in powering state-of-the-art systems.

This page will guide you through the process of setting up and using the KITVR5500AEEVM evaluation board.

1.1 Kit Contents/Packing List

The 'KITVR5500AEEVM' contents include:

  • Assembled and tested KITVR5500AEEVM board in an anti-static bag
  • 3.0 ft USB-STD A to USB-B-mini cable
  • Two connectors, terminal block plug, 2 pos., str. 3.81 mm
  • Three connectors, terminal block plug, 3 pos., str. 3.81 mm
  • Jumpers mounted on board
  • Quick start guide

1.2 Additional Hardware

In addition to the kit contents, the following hardware is necessary or beneficial when working with this kit.

  • Power supply with a range of 8.0 V to 60 V and a current limit set initially to 1.0 A

1.3 Windows PC Workstation

This evaluation board requires a Windows PC workstation. Meeting these minimum specifications should produce great results when working with this kit.

  • USB-enabled computer with Windows 7 or Windows 10

1.4 User Manual

Refer to UM11304, KITVR5500AEEVM evaluation board - User Guide for additional details on the featured components and board configuration.

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2. Get to Know the Hardware

2.1 Board Features

  • VBAT power supply connectors (Jack and Phoenix)
  • VPRE output capability up to 10 A (external MOSFET)
  • VBUCK1/2 in Standalone mode (default) or Multiphase mode
  • VBUCK3 up to 3.6 A peak
  • VBOOST 5.0 V or 5.74 V, up to 800 mA (VR5500 only)
  • LDO1 and LDO2, from 1.1 V to 5.0 V, up to 400 mA (LDO2 only for VR5500)
  • Ignition key switch
  • Embedded USB connection for easy connection to software GUI (access to I2C-bus, IOs, RSTB, INTB, Debug, MUX_OUT (VR5500 only), regulators)
  • LEDs that indicate signal or regulator status
  • Support OTP fuse capabilities
  • USB connection for register access, OTP emulation, and programming

2.2 Board Description

The KITVR5500AEEVM provides flexibility to play with all the features of the VR5500/ FS5502 and make measurements on the main part of the application. The KL25Z MCU installed on the board, combined with the FlexGUI software allows access to the registers in read and write mode. All regulators are accessible through connectors. Nonuser signal, like DC-to-DC switcher node is mapped on test points. Digital signals (I2C, RSTB, etc.) are accessible through connectors. Pin WAKE1 has a switch to control (ignition) them. A VBAT switch is available to power On or Off the device.

This kit can be operated in Emulation mode or in OTP mode. In Emulation mode, as long as the power is supplied, the board configuration stays valid. The OTP mode uses the fused configuration. The device can be fused three times. In OTP mode, the device always starts with the fused configuration, except if the user wants to overwrite OTP configuration using Emulation mode. This board is able to fuse the OTP without any extra tools or board.

2.3 Board Components

Overview of the 'KITVR5500AEEVM evaluation board'

  1. VBAT Jack connector
  2. VBAT three position switch
  3. VBAT Phoenix connector
  4. LDO1/LDO2 power supplies
  5. VPRE power supply
  6. BUCK1/BUCK2 power supply
  7. USB connector (for FlexGUI control)
  8. Debug connectivity
  9. Programming
  10. WAKE1 switch
  11. OTP burning voltage switch
  12. VBOOST and BUCK3 power supply
  13. Debug voltage source
  14. PGOOD LED enable
  15. VDDIO selection
  16. RSTB connection to MCU
  17. RSTB and INTB signals
  18. VMON1 and VDDI2C selection

2.4 Additional Board Support

Refer to UM11304, KITVR5500AEEVM evaluation board - User Guide user manual for additional details on the featured components.

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3. Configure Hardware

To configure the hardware, complete the following procedure:

  1. Install jumpers for the configuration.

    Table 1. Jumper configuration

    Jumper Configuration
    J24 connect 1-2 (connect 5.0 V on DBG pin from the USB)
  2. Configure switches

    Table 2. Switch configuration

    Switch Configuration
    SW1 middle position (VBAT off)
    SW2 open (WAKE1)
    SW3 open (OTP programming off)
  3. Connect the Windows PC USB port to the KITVR5500AEEVM development board using the provided USB 2.0 cable.
  4. Set the DC power supply to 12 V and current limit to 1.0 A. With power turned Off, attach the DC power supply positive and negative output to KITVR5500AEEVM VBAT Phoenix connector (J1).
  5. Turn on the power supply.
  6. Close SW2.

Note:At this step, the product is in debug mode and all regulators are turned Off. The user can then power up with OTP configuration or configure the mirror registers before power up. Power up is effective as soon as J24 jumper is removed.

3.1 Additional Board Support

Refer to UM11304, KITVR5500AEEVM evaluation board - User Guide user manual for additional details on the hardware configuration.

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4. Install Software

4.1 Prepare Graphical User Interface Operating Environment

Download and run the software.

4.2 Install FlexGUI Software Package

The FlexGUI software does not require any installation. Unzip the folder contents to a desired location on your computer.

  1. If necessary, install the Java JRE (Java SE Runtime Environment) available at JAVA downloads and Windows 7 FlexGUI driver.
  2. Download the latest FlexGUI (32-bit or 64-bit) version, available at VR5500 / FS5502 PMIC Evaluation board.
  3. Run the flexgui-app-vr5500-fs5502.exe file.
  4. Restart the computer after successful download.

4.3 Additional Software Support

Refer to UM11304, KITVR5500AEEVM evaluation board - User Guide user manual for additional software details.

Start embedded application development.

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NextDesign Resources

Design Resources

Learn More

Product Summary Page

The product summary page for VR5500 is at High Voltage PMIC with Multiple SMPS.

The product summary page for FS5502 is at High Voltage PMIC with Multiple SMPS and LDO, Primary Companion Chip for S32Rx.

Tool Summary Page

The tool summary page for KITVR5500AEEVM board is at VR5500 / FS5502 PMIC Evaluation board.

The page provides overview information, technical and functional specifications, ordering information, documentation, and software. The 'Getting Started' provides quick-reference information applicable to using the KITVR5500AEEVM board, including the downloadable assets.

References

In addition to our 'VR5500/FS5502: High Voltage PMIC with multiple SMPS' page, you may also want to visit:

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