Texas Instruments ADS8339EVM-PDK

Overview

ADS8339EVM-PDK from Texas Instruments is a performance demonstration kit for the ADS8339 16-bit pseudo-differential SAR ADC, comprising the ADS8339EVM daughter card, MMB0 motherboard, and USB A-to-B cable. It enables full evaluation of the ADC's 250-KSPS throughput, 4.5-V internal reference, and bipolar (±2.15 V) or unipolar (0.1–4.4 V) input ranges using Windows-based ADCPro software.

For engineers reviewing the ADS8339EVM-PDK datasheet, ADS8339EVM-PDK setup, ADS8339EVM-PDK operation, or ADS8339EVM-PDK software compatibility, this kit delivers turnkey analog-to-digital conversion evaluation with integrated signal conditioning, SPI/USB interface, and real-time analysis tools including FFT, histogram, and scope views.

Technical Context

The ADS8339EVM-PDK implements a modular evaluation architecture where the ADS8339EVM daughter card hosts the ADS8339IDGS in 10-pin MSOP, OPA836 driver, REF5045 4.5-V reference, THS4281 reference buffer, and OPA333 drift compensation circuitry. Analog inputs are conditioned via configurable bipolar/unipolar biasing through JP4.

Digital interfacing uses a 3-wire or 4-wire SPI configuration routed through J2 header (CS/CONVST, SCLK, SDO, INT), controlled by the TMS320VC5509 DSP on the MMB0 motherboard. USB communication to host PC is handled exclusively by the MMB0, with no onboard microprocessor on the ADS8339EVM itself.

Key Specifications

Availability

ADS8339EVM-PDK is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for high-precision data acquisition, sensor signal chain validation, and industrial ADC qualification requiring stable component supply and full evaluation ecosystem support.

Supply support for ADS8339EVM-PDK 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 is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, delivering analog and embedded processing solutions across industrial, automotive, and communications markets.

The ADS8339EVM-PDK belongs to TI's Modular EVM system for data acquisition products, designed specifically to accelerate evaluation of precision SAR ADCs like the ADS8339 in lab and design-validation environments.

FAQ

What hardware components are included in the ADS8339EVM-PDK?

The ADS8339EVM-PDK includes the ADS8339EVM daughter card (featuring the ADS8339IDGS ADC, OPA836 driver, REF5045 reference, and THS4281/OPA333 reference buffer), the MMB0 motherboard with TMS320VC5509 DSP and USB interface, and an A-to-B USB cable. No external power adapter is included.

Does the ADS8339EVM-PDK require separate driver installation?

Yes, the ADS8339EVM-PDK requires installation of the MMB0 motherboard drivers before use. These drivers are distributed as mmb0_driver_install_x64-v1.0.0.0.msi from TI's FTP site and must be installed with administrator privileges to enable USB communication between the MMB0 and host PC.

Can the ADS8339EVM-PDK operate without the MMB0 motherboard?

No - the ADS8339EVM daughter card has no onboard processor or USB interface. It relies entirely on the MMB0 motherboard for SPI control, clock generation (up to 25-MHz SCLK), power regulation, and USB host connectivity. The ADS8339EVM-PDK is not functional as a standalone board.

What input configurations does the ADS8339EVM support?

The ADS8339EVM supports two analog input modes: bipolar (±2.15 V) when JP4 is closed, and unipolar (0.1–4.4 V) when JP4 is open. Input signal conditioning is performed by the OPA836 op amp, with common-mode bias derived from the 4.5-V reference via resistor dividers.

Which software is required to operate the ADS8339EVM-PDK?

ADCPro software (v3.x or later) is mandatory. It must be installed first, followed by the MMB0 drivers and then the ADS8339EVM-PDK-specific plug-in (ads8339evm-adcproplugin-*.exe). The plug-in enables device configuration, while test plug-ins (MultiScope, MultiFFT, etc.) provide analysis functionality for ADS8339EVM-PDK data acquisition.