dsPICDEM™ MCHV
DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM
USER’S GUIDE
2009 Microchip Technology Inc.
DS70605A-page 13
Chapter 2. Getting Started
2.1
BOARD COMPONENTS
The dsPICDEM™ MCHV Development System comprises two stages:
• PFC Stage
The first stage is integrated by the Power Factor Correction (PFC) circuitry, the
full-bridge rectifier, the 15V power supply, and the 3.3V power supply.
• Power Module Stage
The second stage is the power module board. This board contains the dsPIC DSC
connector, the isolated user interface connectors, and the motor drive.
Figure 2-1 shows an interior view of the system.
FIGURE 2-1:
dsPICDEM™ MCHV DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM