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SNVU382A – April 2014 – Revised June 2014
Copyright © 2014, Texas Instruments Incorporated
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Preface
SNVU382A – April 2014 – Revised June 2014
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About this Manual
This user’s guide describes the module used to evaluate characteristics, operation, and use of the
LP8860-Q1 low EMI, high-performance 4-channel LED driver for automotive lighting. This document
includes a schematic diagram, PCB layout, and bill of materials (BOM). Evaluation software (SW) usage is
also described.
How to Use This Manual
This document contains the following chapters:
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Chapter 1: Introduction
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Chapter 2: Description of the LP8860-Q1
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Chapter 3: Hardware Setup
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Chapter 4: Board Layout
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Chapter 5: Board Stackup
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Chapter 6: Power Sequences
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Chapter 7: Evaluation Board Schematic
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Chapter 8: Bill of Materials
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Chapter 9: Evaluation Software
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Appendix A: Virtual COM Port Configuration
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Appendix B: Virtual COM Port Communication
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Appendix C: LED Load Board
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Appendix D: Quick Start Guide
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FCC Warning
This equipment is intended for use in a laboratory test environment only. It generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and has not been tested for compliance with the limits of computing
devices pursuant to subpart J of part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against radio frequency interference. Operation of this equipment in other environments may
cause interference with radio communications, in which case the user, at their own expense, will be
required to take whatever measures may be required to correct this interference.
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