Analog Devices Inc. EVAL-AD7606SDZ

Overview

EVAL-AD7606SDZ from Analog Devices is a full-featured evaluation board designed to characterize the AD7606 16-bit, 8-channel, simultaneous-sampling SAR ADC. It integrates on-board ADP7104ARDZ-5.0 LDO and ADR421 voltage reference, supports standalone operation with SDP interface (EVAL-SDP-CB1Z), and enables PC-based control via USB for waveform capture, histogram analysis, and FFT-based AC performance testing in industrial data acquisition systems.

For engineers reviewing the EVAL-AD7606SDZ datasheet, EVAL-AD7606SDZ pinout, EVAL-AD7606SDZ application, or EVAL-AD7606SDZ equivalent, this page delivers verified hardware configuration details, software integration requirements, power supply link settings (LK1–LK3), analog input terminal mapping (V1–V8), and SDP interface compatibility-critical for rapid validation of high-precision, multi-channel ADC subsystems.

Technical Context

The EVAL-AD7606SDZ implements a dedicated hardware platform for evaluating the AD7606 ADC's simultaneous sampling architecture across all eight analog input channels (V1–V8). It uses a 120-way SDP connector (J2) to interface with the EVAL-SDP-CB1Z, enabling USB-controlled digital communication while delivering regulated 5 V power to both the ADC and SDP board via LK2.

Power management is configurable through jumper links: LK1 selects between the included 9 V wall adapter (J1) or external 7–9 V supply (J3); LK3 sets VDRIVE to either 3.3 V or 5 V, where 5 V enables 200 kSPS operation in serial interface mode. The board includes R1/R2 resistor options to configure the ADC's ±5 V or ±10 V input range via the RANGE pin.

Key Specifications

Availability

EVAL-AD7606SDZ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial data acquisition, power quality monitoring, and motor control prototyping requiring stable component supply and validated ADC evaluation infrastructure.

Supply support for EVAL-AD7606SDZ 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 semiconductors, headquartered in Norwood, MA.

The EVAL-AD7606SDZ belongs to Analog Devices' precision data acquisition evaluation platform family, engineered to accelerate development of high-fidelity, multi-channel measurement systems for industrial automation and energy infrastructure.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the EVAL-AD7606SDZ?

The EVAL-AD7606SDZ is an evaluation board specifically built to test and validate the AD7606 16-bit, 8-channel, simultaneous-sampling SAR ADC. It provides complete hardware infrastructure-including regulated power, precision reference, configurable input range, and SDP interface-to enable rapid characterization of DC accuracy, noise, linearity, and AC performance (SNR, SINAD, THD) without custom PCB design. The EVAL-AD7606SDZ requires no additional ADC-level circuitry for functional evaluation.

Which ADC does the EVAL-AD7606SDZ evaluate, and what are its key electrical specs?

The EVAL-AD7606SDZ evaluates the AD7606, an 8-channel, 16-bit, simultaneous-sampling SAR ADC with up to 200 kSPS throughput, single 2.7 V–5.25 V supply operation, and integrated 1 MΩ input buffers. Its key specs include ±1 LSB INL, 92.5 dB SNR, and ±10 V or ±5 V programmable input range-all directly accessible and measurable using the EVAL-AD7606SDZ's V1–V8 terminals, on-board reference, and bundled evaluation software.

Does the EVAL-AD7606SDZ require external hardware to operate?

Yes-the EVAL-AD7606SDZ requires the EVAL-SDP-CB1Z system demonstration platform to establish USB communication with a Windows PC running the AD7606 evaluation software. It also needs a 7–9 V DC power source (supplied 9 V adapter or external supply), a signal source applied to V1–V8 terminals, and SMB/USB cables. No additional ADC support circuitry is needed, as the EVAL-AD7606SDZ integrates all required power regulation, reference, and interface logic.

How is the input voltage range configured on the EVAL-AD7606SDZ?

The EVAL-AD7606SDZ configures the AD7606's input range via hardware jumpers and resistors: R1 (installed by default) ties the RANGE pin to VDRIVE, setting ±10 V full-scale range; R2 can be installed instead to set ±5 V range. Software must match this selection in the "5V / 10 V Range" dropdown-mismatch causes incorrect amplitude scaling in waveform, histogram, and FFT analysis results generated by the EVAL-AD7606SDZ evaluation software.

Can the EVAL-AD7606SDZ evaluate other ADCs besides the AD7606?

No-the EVAL-AD7606SDZ is physically and electrically optimized for the AD7606. While the same user guide covers multiple variants (e.g., EVAL-AD7605-4SDZ, EVAL-AD7607SDZ), each board has unique layout, component placement, and terminal routing. The EVAL-AD7606SDZ mounts only the AD7606 at U1 and routes V1–V8 directly to all eight channels; it cannot substitute for evaluation of AD7605-4 (4-channel), AD7606-6 (6-channel), or AD7607 (different internal architecture), as confirmed by device-specific sections in UG-851.