Texas Instruments ADC10DV200EB/NOPB

Overview

ADC10DV200EB/NOPB from Texas Instruments (formerly National Semiconductor) is an evaluation board designed to characterize the ADC10DV200 dual-channel 10-bit, 200 Msps analog-to-digital converter. It supports external clock input, internal 0.75V reference, LVDS digital output, and configurable data format (offset binary or 2's complement) with optional duty cycle stabilizer. Used with WaveVision5™ software for FFT-based dynamic performance analysis including SNR, SINAD, THD, and SFDR.

For engineers reviewing the ADC10DV200EB/NOPB datasheet, ADC10DV200EB/NOPB pinout, ADC10DV200EB/NOPB application, or ADC10DV200EB/NOPB equivalent, this board enables rapid validation of high-speed ADC performance in RF sampling, communications test equipment, and wideband instrumentation where >70 MHz analog input fidelity and low-jitter clocking are critical.

Technical Context

The ADC10DV200EB/NOPB implements a dual-channel, interleaved architecture supporting simultaneous sampling at 200 Msps per channel. Analog inputs accept 50 Ω single-ended signals above 70 MHz via SMA connectors J301 (Channel A) and J302 (Channel B), with onboard bandpass filtering recommended for dynamic testing.

Digital output is delivered as LVDS pairs (TP601–TP624 and J602), configurable via jumper J401 for offset binary or 2's complement format with or without duty cycle stabilization. Power is supplied solely via +5V/500 mA at JR507, generating regulated 1.8V analog/digital supplies using LP2989LV-1.8 regulators (U501–U503).

Key Specifications

Availability

ADC10DV200EB/NOPB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for RF test equipment development, high-speed data acquisition system prototyping, and communications receiver design requiring stable component supply and validated ADC evaluation infrastructure.

Supply support for ADC10DV200EB/NOPB includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Texas Instruments acquired National Semiconductor in 2011 and maintains legacy product support, including evaluation platforms for high-speed data converters. TI is a global semiconductor leader focused on analog and embedded processing technologies.

This board belongs to TI's high-speed ADC evaluation platform family, developed to accelerate validation of dual-channel, interleaved pipeline ADCs in demanding applications such as spectrum analyzers, radar front-ends, and software-defined radio test benches.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the ADC10DV200EB/NOPB?

The ADC10DV200EB/NOPB is an evaluation board specifically built to assess the dynamic and static performance of the ADC10DV200 dual 10-bit, 200 Msps analog-to-digital converter. It provides signal conditioning, clock routing, power regulation, and LVDS output access - all configured for lab-grade measurement using WaveVision5™ software. The ADC10DV200EB/NOPB does not operate autonomously; it requires connection to the WaveVision5™ Data Capture Board and host PC.

Does the ADC10DV200EB/NOPB support both analog input channels simultaneously?

Yes, the ADC10DV200EB/NOPB supports simultaneous operation of both Channel A (J302) and Channel B (J301) of the ADC10DV200. Jumper JP401 controls Channel A power-down mode, and JP402 controls Channel B power-down mode; both are open by default, enabling full dual-channel evaluation. The board routes independent analog paths and shares only the common clock and power domains.

Can the ADC10DV200EB/NOPB be used with an external voltage reference?

Yes, the ADC10DV200EB/NOPB supports external reference voltages between 0.2 V and 1.4 V applied via connector J101. Though configured by default for the internal 0.75 V reference, removing the internal reference selection resistors and connecting an external source allows precise reference control - essential for evaluating gain error, INL, and reference rejection ratio of the ADC10DV200.

What clock configurations does the ADC10DV200EB/NOPB support?

The ADC10DV200EB/NOPB supports three clock input configurations via solder jumper settings: (1) differential sinusoidal (using ETC1-1-13 transformer U201), (2) single-ended sinusoidal (buffered through NC7SV125 U203), and (3) single-ended square wave (direct drive). Each configuration requires specific component installation/removal per Appendix A2.4 - no pin-header jumpers are used to minimize clock jitter.

Is the ADC10DV200EB/NOPB RoHS compliant and lead-free?

Yes, the ADC10DV200EB/NOPB carries the /NOPB suffix, indicating lead-free (Pb-free) and RoHS-compliant construction per TI's standard policy for evaluation boards manufactured post-2006. All passives, connectors, and ICs listed in the Bill of Materials - including U1 (ADC10DV200CISQ), U203 (NC7SV125P5X), and U501–U503 (LP2989AIM-1.8) - are documented as RoHS-compliant in their respective Digi-Key/Mouser part records.