NXP Semiconductors
UM11650
KIT-TPLSNIFEVB tool
Figure 3. Kit contents
3.2 Additional hardware and software
The TPL sniffer requires only a 5.0 V with 50 mA (average) and 150 mA (peak) power
supply through a USB Micro-B connector (for example, a power bank, or a USB cable
connected to a computer).
To analyze the data sourced from the TPL sniffer a logic analyzer (for example, Saleae
Logic Analyzer) is required along with its software.
Optionally, several DLLs (or plug-ins) to add to the Saleae Logic Analyzer software
have been developed in order to decode TPL frames. For additional details, go to
4 Getting to know the hardware
4.1 KIT-TPLSNIFEVB features
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Internal galvanic isolation between the TPL and rest of the circuits
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Connection to any point of the monitored TPL bus
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Minimal loading of the TPL line
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Logic analyzer connection, with a provided cable pin-to-pin compatible with the Saleae
Logic 8 and Logic Pro 8/16 Analyzer series
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Powered through a USB connector by a 5.0 V source, typically a USB power bank or a
USB cable connected to a computer
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Integrated keep-alive function to avoid power bank self shut-off
UM11650
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