Quick Setup Guide
2.1
Installing/Opening the Software
The EVM software is controlled through a graphical user interface (GUI). The software communicates with
the EVM through an available USB port. The minimum hardware requirements for the EVM software are:
•
IBM PC-compatible computer running a Microsoft Windows® XP or newer operating system
•
Available USB port
•
Mouse
The latest downloadable software is available at
. Download the zip file onto your local hard
drive, then unzip this folder. Make sure the USB Interface Board is connected to the Evaluation Board,
and connect the USB Interface Board to the PC with the USB cable. Refer to
.
1. With the power supply disconnected from the unit under test (UUT), open the un-zipped folder, and
click on lp8754_nnn.exe (nnn is the version number) to start the software.
2. On the Evaluation SW window bottom right corner you should see text “USB Board connected”. Refer
to
Figure 2. Evaluation Software Graphical User Interface (GUI)
When USB Board Connected
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The LP8754 Evaluation Module
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