Connecting to a LaunchPad
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SWRU396B – December 2014 – Revised May 2018
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CC3100MOD SimpleLink™ Wi-Fi® Network Processor Module BoosterPack
Hardware
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Connecting to a LaunchPad
The CC3100MODBOOST can be directly connected to a compatible LaunchPad using the standard 2×20
pin connectors. The necessary jumper settings for this connection are the same as those for the
EMUBOOST board as described in
.
Ensure that the Pin1 of the 2×20 pins is aligned correctly before pairing.
illustrates the
connected setup. Note that the USB cable is directly connected to the BoosterPack to power it only. For
debugging, the USB cable on the LaunchPad is also required.
Figure 16. CC3100MODBOOST Connected to MSP430F5529 LaunchPad
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LaunchPad Current Limitation
Some of the LaunchPads, including the MSP430FRAM, do not provide enough current to power the
CC3100MODBOOST. The BoosterPack can consume up to 400-mA peak from the 3.3 V, and may need
power separately.
For this, a USB connector is provided on the BoosterPack to provide the 3.3 V.
The power supply jumpers should be configured as shown in
when the power is supplied from
the on-board USB connector.
Figure 17. Jumper Settings When Used With LaunchPad
NOTE:
Because there are two power sources in this setup, it is important to follow the power-up
sequence.
NOTE:
Always power the BoosterPack before powering the LaunchPad.
