Analog Devices Inc. EVAL01-HMCAD1510

Overview

EVAL01-HMCAD1510 from Analog Devices (acquired Hittite Microwave) is an evaluation board for the HMCAD1510 - a high-speed, multi-mode 8-bit analog-to-digital converter supporting 30–500 MSPS sampling across single/dual/quad channel modes, with integrated crosspoint switches, 1×–50× digital gain, and serial LVDS/RSDS output. It targets USB-powered and benchtop digital oscilloscopes requiring flexible input routing and low-power, high-SNR digitization up to 500 MSPS.

For engineers reviewing the EVAL01-HMCAD1510 datasheet, EVAL01-HMCAD1510 pinout, EVAL01-HMCAD1510 application, or EVAL01-HMCAD1510 equivalent, this board enables rapid validation of the HMCAD1510's time-interleaved ADC architecture, programmable clock divider, per-channel sleep control, and FPGA-compatible LVDS timing in real-world signal acquisition systems.

Technical Context

The EVAL01-HMCAD1510 provides full hardware access to the HMCAD1510's four differential analog inputs (IP1/IN1–IP4/IN4), dual LVDS bit/frame clocks (LCLKP/LCLKN, FCLKP/FCLKN), and 32 LVDS data outputs (DP1A–DN4B) across all operational modes. It supports configurable power domains (AVDD/DVDD/OVDD at 1.8 V), on-board reference circuitry, and SPI-based register control via SDATA/SCLK/CSN.

Board-level design implements proper termination for LVDS outputs (programmable internal 100 Ω differential), accommodates 7×7 mm QFN-48 LP7D package layout, and includes dedicated reset (RESETN) and power-down (PD) control signals aligned with HMCAD1510's startup initialization sequence requiring both reset and PD cycling.

Key Specifications

Availability

EVAL01-HMCAD1510 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for digital oscilloscope development, satellite receiver prototyping, and high-speed data acquisition system validation requiring stable component supply and full-feature evaluation capability.

Supply support for EVAL01-HMCAD1510 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 leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing technologies, headquartered in Norwood, MA.

The EVAL01-HMCAD1510 belongs to Analog Devices' high-speed data converter evaluation platform family, designed specifically to accelerate adoption of time-interleaved ADCs in test & measurement, communications infrastructure, and radar signal chain applications.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the EVAL01-HMCAD1510 evaluation board?

The EVAL01-HMCAD1510 evaluation board is a fully populated, ready-to-use platform for characterizing and validating the HMCAD1510 8-bit, multi-mode analog-to-digital converter. It provides direct access to all critical signals-including four differential analog inputs, LVDS data outputs, frame/bit clocks, and SPI control-enabling engineers to verify timing, SNR, SFDR, gain calibration, and channel switching behavior without custom PCB design. The board supports all three operational modes of the HMCAD1510.

Does the EVAL01-HMCAD1510 support all HMCAD1510 sampling modes and configurations?

Yes, the EVAL01-HMCAD1510 supports full validation of the HMCAD1510 in single-channel (500 MSPS), dual-channel (250 MSPS), and quad-channel (125 MSPS) modes. It implements correct termination and routing for all LVDS outputs, accommodates the device's 32-cycle (quad), 64-cycle (dual), and 128-cycle (single) pipeline delays, and allows configuration of crosspoint switch routing, digital gain, and per-channel sleep states via the onboard SPI interface.

What power supplies are required to operate the EVAL01-HMCAD1510?

The EVAL01-HMCAD1510 requires three independent 1.8 V supplies: AVDD (analog), DVDD (digital/output driver), and OVDD (CMOS logic interface). These match the HMCAD1510's specified supply ranges (1.7–2.0 V for AVDD/DVDD; 1.7–3.6 V for OVDD) and are delivered through dedicated low-noise regulators or external bench supplies. The board includes comprehensive decoupling to maintain <160 fsrms aperture jitter and support 49.9 dBFS SNR performance at 500 MSPS.

Can the EVAL01-HMCAD1510 be used with common FPGA development platforms?

Yes, the EVAL01-HMCAD1510 is explicitly designed for seamless interfacing with Field Programmable Gate Arrays from major vendors. Its LVDS outputs comply with standard 350 mV (LVDS) and 150 mV (RSDS) differential voltage levels, feature matched trace lengths and controlled impedance, and deliver frame and bit clocks synchronized to data. The board's pinout and timing align with Xilinx and Intel FPGA LVDS I/O banks, enabling direct connection without level-shifting or retiming logic.

Is the EVAL01-HMCAD1510 compatible with the HMCAD1511 and HMCAD1520?

Yes - the EVAL01-HMCAD1510 evaluation board is mechanically and electrically compatible with the pin-compatible HMCAD1511 and HMCAD1520 devices. All three share the same 7×7 mm QFN-48 LP7D package, identical pin functions (including AVDD/DVDD/OVDD, CLKP/CLKN, IPx/INx, DPxA/DNxB, LCLKP/LCLKN, FCLKP/FCLKN), and register-mapped SPI interface. Swapping the HMCAD1510 for either alternative requires no board modification or firmware changes.