User
'
s Guide
SLUU437B
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October 2010
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Revised May 2011
bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide
1
Scope
This document covers the initial connection and installation of the Texas Instruments bq76PL536
Evaluation Module (EVM), supplied in kit form including the EVM board, the Aardvark USB-SPI adapter,
and connectors to make cells-to-EVM connection. It is not meant as a comprehensive guide to using the
'536 integrated circuit and its' features. See the device data sheet for details (
2
Software Installation
2.1
PC Requirements
1. Pentium 1.66GHz (Core
™
2 or better recommended)
2. Windows-XP
™
SP2 (software has not been tested with Windows Vista
™
/Win7)
3. Windows .NET
™
2.0 or later, with updates
4. Available USB powered-port (hub OK if wall adapter used)
2.2
Installing the Aardvark Driver
CAUTION
The Aardvark driver must be installed before attaching the adapter for the first
time.
The Aardvark driver should be installed prior to installing the TI supplied bq76PL536 Evaluation software.
From the CD-ROM, run the file "/Tools/Aardvark/Drivers/TotalPhaseUSB-v2.xx.exe" to install the drivers. If
prompted to do so, plug in the Aardvark to an available USB port using the supplied cable. The port must
be a powered-port, typically directly from a PC. Use of a USB non-powered hub may not provide sufficient
operating current for the Aardvark or EVM to operate correctly.
2.3
Installing the bq76PL536 Evaluation Software
From the CD-ROM, run the file "/Software/bq76PL536 Evaluation Software x_x_x.msi" to install, where the
"x_x_x" is replaced by the current build number. Installation is automatic. This installs the GUI (Graphical
User Interface) software for Windows. As new versions are released, they may be installed over the
existing version.
Windows-XP, Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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SLUU437B
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October 2010
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Revised May 2011
bq76PL536 EVM Quick Start Guide
Copyright
©
2010
–
2011, Texas Instruments Incorporated
