
2.1.2 External Connections
Connect the motor to J8 (connections A, B, and C). If the motor has a center tap connection or wires for
Hall-effect sensors, leave these wires unconnected. Supply a voltage compliant with the Power Supply Voltage
(VM) range using J7. Recommended voltage range for the device is 4.5 V – 35 V.
Figure 2-3. MCx8316A EVM External Configuration
2.1.3 Connecting to the GUI
2.1.3.1 Connect to computer
Ensure the EVM is powered on (VM) before connecting USB cable. Plug in the micro-USB, from the computer
that holds the GUI, to the USB Connector (J2) on the EVM.
2.1.3.2 Connect to the GUI
The GUI should automatically connect to the EVM, as shown on the status bar located on the bottom of this GUI.
If the GUI doesn't connect automatically, please ensure that the "FTDI" serial port is selected by going to the top
menu "Options -> Serial Port ...". Then click on the chain link icon on the left of the status bar to connect to the
EVM.
2.1.3.3 Verify Hardware Connection
After the GUI establishes connection with the EVM through USB, you can verify the communication with the
MCx8316 device by clicking on the "Read All Registers" button on the top right of this GUI. After a few seconds,
the GUI should indicate with a pop-up notification that all registers have been read back successfully.
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MCT8316A Tuning Guide
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