Analog Devices Inc. ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3

Overview

ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 from Analog Devices, Inc. is an SDP (System Demonstration Platform) breakout board designed to interpose between SDP controller boards (e.g., SDP-B) and SDP-compatible daughter boards or Circuit from the Lab™ reference circuits. It exposes all 120 pins of the Hirose FX8-120P-SV1(91)/FX8-120S-SV(21) connector pair, provides 240 through-hole probe points for signal monitoring, includes an ID EEPROM (M24C02), and supports debug, validation, and proof-of-concept prototyping in lab environments.

For engineers reviewing the ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 datasheet, ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 pinout, ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 application, or ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 equivalent, this board serves as a hardware-level signal visibility tool for SDP-based evaluation systems-enabling real-time probing of parallel (PPI), serial (SPORT, SPI, I²C, UART), GPIO, timer, and power signals without modifying daughter board layouts.

Technical Context

The ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 implements a passive, zero-latency signal pass-through architecture with no active logic or level translation. It routes each of the 120 SDP connector pins directly between J1 (120-pin receptacle) and P1 (120-pin header), splitting signal access across two sets of through-hole probe points: P5 (pins 31–90) and P6 (pins 1–30 & 91–120). Power delivery includes VIN (5 V, 200 mA), VIO (+3.3 V, 20 mA), and USB_VBUS routing.

Hardware features include a single status LED tied to VIN on P1, dual 120-pin Hirose connectors, and an onboard M24C02 TSSOP-8 EEPROM for board identification. The board is explicitly intended for laboratory use only-not for medical, RF-critical, or end-product deployment-and carries CE marking per EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.

Key Specifications

Availability

ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for SDP-based evaluation, lab-level hardware debug, daughter board interoperability validation, and pre-layout proof-of-concept prototyping requiring stable component supply and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 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

Analog Devices, Inc. is a global semiconductor company specializing in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing technologies for precision instrumentation, industrial automation, communications, and healthcare applications.

The ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 belongs to Analog Devices' System Demonstration Platform (SDP) ecosystem and was designed specifically to enable non-invasive signal visibility and rapid hardware integration testing for engineers evaluating ADI's ICs using SDP-compatible evaluation systems.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 in an SDP system?

The ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 functions as a passive interposer board that sits between an SDP controller board (e.g., SDP-B) and an SDP-compatible daughter board. It provides full access to all 120 signal lines-including PPI, SPORT, SPI, I²C, UART, GPIO, and power-for real-time probing, signal integrity analysis, and debug without altering the daughter board design. ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 does not process or modify signals.

Which SDP controller boards is the ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 compatible with?

The ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 is mechanically and electrically compatible with SDP-B controller boards and other SDP platforms using the standardized 120-pin Hirose FX8 connector interface. Its J1 receptacle mates with the SDP-B's 120-pin header, and its P1 header accepts standard SDP daughter boards. Compatibility is defined by the SDP mechanical and pinout specification-not by processor architecture.

Does the ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 require external power or drivers to operate?

No. The ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 is a passive board with no active components requiring configuration or firmware. It draws power only when connected inline-VIN (5 V) and VIO (+3.3 V) are passed through from the SDP controller or daughter board. No drivers, software, or host PC configuration beyond standard SDP toolchain setup is needed to use ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 for signal monitoring.

How are the 240 probe points organized on the ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3?

The 240 probe points are arranged in two mirrored banks: P5 exposes pins 31–90 of the 120-pin connector, and P6 exposes pins 1–30 and 91–120. Each pin has dedicated through-hole vias on both top and bottom layers, enabling solderless connection via spring probes or soldered headers. Pin numbering follows the official SDP 120-pin outline in UG-282 Figure 4.

Is the ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 suitable for production or end-equipment use?

No. The ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 is explicitly designated for laboratory evaluation only. It lacks shielding, EMI filtering, safety certifications for end products, and environmental hardening. Analog Devices states it is not intended for consumer end products, medical equipment, or RF-sensitive environments. ADZS-BRKOUT-EX3 must remain within controlled lab settings per its regulatory compliance statement.