1 Introduction
The Texas Instruments DS90UB960-Q1EVM evaluation module (EVM) is a functional board design for
evaluating the DS90UB960-Q1, which is a versatile deserializer hub capable of connecting serialized sensor
data received from up to 4 independent data streams through an FPD-Link III interface using standard coaxial
cables. When coupled with DS90UB953-Q1 serializer, the DS90UB960-Q1 receives data from 2-Megapixel
imagers supporting full HD 1080p resolution at 60 Hz frame rates. The DS90UB960-Q1 merges and manages
multiple data streams into a MIPI CSI-2 compliant output for interconnect to a downstream processor.
The DS90UB960-Q1EVM is configured for communication with up to four DS90UB953-Q1 serializers. It features
a quad mini-FAKRA connector, a Quad Mini-Fakra to 4x Single FAKRA cable assembly, and configurable
power-over-coax voltage for connecting up to four camera modules (not included). Each of the FPD-Link III
interfaces also includes a separate low latency bi-directional control channel that conveys control information
from an I
2
C port. General purpose I/O signals such as those required for camera synchronization and functional
safety features also make use of this bi-directional control channel to program registers in the DS90UB960-Q1
as well as the connected serializers and any remote I2C device attached to the serializers. The EVM also
features an on-board MSP430 which functions as a USB2ANY bridge for interfacing with a PC for evaluation.
The USB2ANY interfaces with the Analog LunchPAD GUI tool.
Note
The EVM is not intended for EMI testing. The EVM was designed for easy accessibility to device
pins with tap points for monitoring or applying signals, additional pads for termination, and multiple
connector options.
Figure 1-1. DS90UB960-Q1EVM
Introduction
SNLU226B – FEBRUARY 2018 – REVISED APRIL 2021
DS90UB960-Q1EVM User's Guide
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