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AWR1443BOOST, AWR1243BOOST (BoosterPack™)
3 Design Files and Software Tools
• AWR1243BOOST Schematics, Assembly, and BOM Details
• AWR1243BOOST Design Database and Layout Details
• AWR1443BOOST Schematics, Assembly and BOM Details
• AWR1443BOOST Design Databased and Layout Details
3.1 Software, Development Tools, and Example Codes for AWR1443
To enable quick development of an end application on the R4F core in the AWR1443, TI provides a
software development kit (SDK) which includes demo codes, software drivers, an emulation package for
debug, and so on. The SDK is available at
mmwave-sdk .
4 Mechanical Mounting of PCB
The field of view of the radar sensor is orthogonal to the PCB. The L-brackets provided with the AWR1443
and AWR1243 EVM kit, along with the screws and nuts help in the vertical mounting of the EVM.
Figure 15 shows how the L-brackets can be assembled.
Figure 15. Vertical Assembly of the EVM
5 PCB Storage and Handling Recommendations
The immersion silver finish of the PCB provides a better high-frequency performance but is also prone to
oxidation in an open environment. This oxidation causes the surface around the antenna region to
blacken. To avoid this effect, store the PCB in an ESD cover and keep it at controlled room temperature
with low humidity conditions. All ESD precautions must be taken while using and handling the EVM.