CY8CKIT-026 CAN and LIN Shield Kit Guide, Doc. No. 002-03798 Rev. *C
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Hardware
3.6.2
Power LED
The Shield Kit has a power LED to indicate the 12 V input power supply.
Figure 3-10. Power LED Schematic
3.6.3
12 V-5 V DC-DC Conversion
3.6.3.1
Regulator
A regulator (U2) is provided on the CAN and LIN shield board for 12 V to 5 V dc-dc conversion. The
regulated 5 V is supplied to CAN transceivers, status LEDs and the baseboard (based on the J20
jumper selection).
shows the 12 V-5 V regulator schematic.
Figure 3-11. 12 V-5 V Regulator Schematic
Warning:
The regulator can support up to 1 A current, connecting this to any circuit which draws
more than 1 A current will damage the regulator. Do not provide any power through the test points.
