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General Configurations
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TPS2596EVM: Evaluation Module for TPS2596xx
Table 4 describes the LED functionality.
Table 4. LEDs Descriptions
LED Description
D3 (RED) CH1 circuit fault indicator. LED turns on when the internal MOSFET is disabled due to a fault
condition such as overload, short circuit and overvoltage
D5 (RED) CH2 circuit fault indicator. LED turns on when the internal MOSFET is disabled due to a fault
condition such as overload, short circuit and overvoltage
4.2 Test Equipment and Setup
4.2.1 Power Supplies
One adjustable power supply: 0-V to 20-V output, 0-A to 3-A output current limit.
4.2.2 Meters
One DMM minimum needed and may require more, if simultaneous measurements are needed.
4.2.3 Oscilloscope
A DPO2024 or Lecroy 424 oscilloscope or equivalent, three 10X voltage probes and a DC current probe
4.2.4 Loads
One resistive load or equivalent which can tolerate up to 3-A DC load at 12 V and are capable of the
output short.