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SNAU198A – May 2016 – Revised May 2016
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TDC7201-ZAX-EVM
User's Guide
SNAU198A – May 2016 – Revised May 2016
TDC7201-ZAX-EVM
This guide details the use of the TDC7201-ZAX-EVM Evaluation Module (referred to as TDC7201EVM for
the remainder of this document). The TDC7201EVM is an evaluation module that allows users to evaluate
the operation and performance of the TDC7201 Time-to-Digital Converter. One example application that
requires accurate time-to-digital conversion is LIDAR.
The TDC7201EVM connects to the MSP430 LaunchPad evaluation kit for capturing data, and it connects
to a user-friendly Graphic User Interface (GUI) to modify the registers and display the data.
Contents
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General Description
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Equipment List
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Quick Start
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Software Installation
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Hardware Configuration
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GUI and Operation
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Board Layout
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TDC7201EVM Schematic
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Bill of Materials
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Trademarks
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General Description
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TDC7201EVM Key Features
1. Evaluate TDC7201 Time-to-Digital Converter
2. Connects with MSP430 Launch Pad (MSP-EXP430F5529LP)
3. User-friendly TDC720xEVM GUI interface
4. Connection for START1, START2, STOP1, and STOP2 inputs
5. Powered by MSP430 LaunchPad (no external power needed)