Analog Devices Inc. EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M

Overview

EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M from Analog Devices is an inertial sensor evaluation system comprising the universal Inertial Sensor Evaluation Board (ISEB) main board and the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-S satellite board, designed for bench-level characterization of the ADXRS800 high-performance angular rate sensor. It supports 500 Hz SPI data streaming, USB-powered operation, PC-based GUI-driven analysis, and physical separation of DUT and controller to isolate environmental effects during temperature/humidity testing.

For engineers reviewing the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M datasheet, EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M pinout, EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M application, or EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M equivalent, this system enables rapid validation of gyro bias stability, turn-on settling, Allan variance, noise performance, and sensitivity - critical for aerospace, stabilization, and precision motion control prototyping.

Technical Context

The EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M implements a modular architecture with the ISEB (based on ADuC7026 microcontroller) as the host controller and the satellite board hosting the ADXRS800 gyroscope. Communication occurs via 20-pin ribbon cable using SPI (CS2, CLK, MOSI, MISO), with dedicated self-test (ST1/ST2), supply (VS1/VS2), and sensor interface signals.

It delivers hardware-controlled 500 Hz ±5% sampling, supports on-board boost-converter-generated ~24 V HV supply (or external HV option), and integrates real-time fault register monitoring, EEPROM offset storage, and temperature-compensated data acquisition - all managed through a National Instruments–based GUI with dedicated panels for noise, bias stability, and sensitivity verification.

Key Specifications

Availability

EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for inertial sensor qualification, MEMS gyro characterization, embedded navigation algorithm development, and industrial stabilization system prototyping requiring stable component supply and full technical support.

Supply support for EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M 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 measurement and control applications.

The EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M belongs to Analog Devices' inertial sensor evaluation platform family, engineered to accelerate development and validation of high-stability MEMS gyroscopes in demanding motion-sensing applications.

FAQ

What is the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M used for?

The EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M is a complete evaluation system for the ADXRS800 angular rate sensor, enabling engineers to perform lab-based characterization including bias stability, noise analysis, turn-on behavior, temperature drift, and sensitivity verification. It consists of the universal ISEB main board and the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-S satellite board, and is not a standalone IC or sensor - it is a functional test platform supporting full GUI-driven data acquisition and analysis of the ADXRS800 device.

Does the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M include the ADXRS800 sensor?

Yes, the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M system includes the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-S satellite board, which hosts the ADXRS800 MEMS gyroscope. The system also contains the ISEB main board, USB A-to-Mini-B cable, 18-inch 20-pin ribbon cable, and installation CD with drivers, firmware (ADI_ISEB_FW_2_0.hex), and the ADXRS800 evaluation GUI software - all required to operate the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M out of the box.

What software and drivers are needed for the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M?

The EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M requires the ADI ISEB USB drivers (from /ISEB_USB/ on the included CD), the latest ISEB firmware (ADI_ISEB_FW_2_0.hex), and the ADXRS800 Evaluation Software GUI (built on National Instruments LabVIEW runtime). All are provided on the included CD; the GUI installer automatically deploys required NI drivers and runtimes. No additional third-party licenses are needed for basic operation.

Can the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M be used with other Analog Devices inertial sensors?

No - the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M is specifically configured for the ADXRS800 gyroscope. While the ISEB main board is universal and compatible with other Analog Devices inertial satellites (e.g., accelerometers), the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M kit includes only the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-S satellite board and ADXRS800-specific GUI software. Using it with other sensors would require separate satellite boards and corresponding GUIs - not included in the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M package.

How is power delivered to the ADXRS800 device on the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M satellite board?

Power to the ADXRS800 on the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-S satellite board is delivered via two paths: (1) the ISEB supplies 5 V USB power to the satellite's on-board boost converter, generating ~24 V HV supply required by the ADXRS800; or (2) users can configure jumpers to bypass the boost converter and supply external HV (22–30 V) directly, with a series resistor sized to deliver 0.1–1 mA - both options are validated and documented in the UG-154 user guide for the EVAL-ADXRS800Z-M.