Renesas EVKVC5-5901PROG

Overview

EVKVC5-5901PROG from IDT (now Renesas Electronics) is a dedicated programming evaluation board for blank VersaClock® 5 family clock generators, specifically supporting the 5P49V59xx series including 5P49V5901. It enables one-time-programmable (OTP) and volatile configuration via USB-connected Timing Commander™ GUI, with on-board socket, I²C interface, hardware selection mode (SEL0/SEL1), and output test points for all five differential output pairs (OUT0–OUT4).

For engineers reviewing the EVKVC5-5901PROG datasheet, EVKVC5-5901PROG pinout, EVKVC5-5901PROG application, or EVKVC5-5901PROG equivalent, this board serves as the official IDT-recommended platform for configuring, calibrating (including VCO band tuning at 25°C/3.3V), verifying, and in-system programming of VersaClock 5 devices prior to integration into timing-critical embedded, networking, and industrial systems.

Technical Context

The EVKVC5-5901PROG implements a full hardware interface between a host PC and blank 5P49V59xx ICs, using an FTDI FT2232H USB-to-I²C bridge (U1) to establish reliable bidirectional communication. It supports both OTP burn and volatile register write operations, with explicit support for VCO calibration sequences requiring precise register writes (e.g., 0x1C bit[7] toggle, 0x99 band read, 0x11 band write) under controlled 25°C/3.3V conditions.

Board-level functionality includes hardware-select mode activation via R14 (100 kΩ), configurable output termination (LVDS/LVPECL/HCSL/LVCMOS), and dedicated test point routing for all ten outputs (OUT0–OUT4 and their complements), enabling post-programming signal integrity validation without external probing adapters.

Key Specifications

Availability

EVKVC5-5901PROG is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for clock generator programming, timing subsystem validation, and VersaClock 5 device qualification requiring stable component supply in development, prototyping, and small-batch production environments.

Supply support for EVKVC5-5901PROG 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

Integrated Device Technology (IDT), acquired by Renesas Electronics in 2019, is a global leader in timing, memory interface, RF, and power management semiconductors, headquartered in San Jose, CA.

The EVKVC5-5901PROG belongs to IDT's VersaClock® 5 evaluation platform family, designed explicitly to accelerate adoption and reduce time-to-configuration for programmable multi-output clock generators targeting high-speed serial interfaces, networking equipment, and FPGA-based systems.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the EVKVC5-5901PROG?

The EVKVC5-5901PROG is a dedicated programmer board for blank 5P49V59xx VersaClock 5 clock generators. Its primary function is to enable secure, repeatable OTP programming and volatile register configuration via USB and the Timing Commander™ GUI. The EVKVC5-5901PROG also supports VCO calibration, hardware-select mode verification, and post-programming output signal testing across all five differential output channels.

Which specific VersaClock 5 devices does the EVKVC5-5901PROG support?

The EVKVC5-5901PROG supports the full 5P49V59xx family, including 5P49V5901, 5P49V5913, 5P49V5914, 5P49V5923, 5P49V5925, 5P49V5927, 5P49V5929, 5P49V5933, and 5P49V5935. This is confirmed in the official IDT user guide (Rev E, Dec 2015), which lists these part numbers as compatible with the EVKVC5-5901PROG socket and firmware flow.

Does the EVKVC5-5901PROG require external power or is it USB-powered?

The EVKVC5-5901PROG is fully USB-powered - no external power supply is required. The board draws 5 V from the USB port and uses an onboard LM317LBD linear regulator to generate a clean, stable 3.3 V rail for powering the target 5P49V59xx device during programming and calibration. This simplifies setup and ensures consistent voltage conditions for reliable OTP writes.

Can the EVKVC5-5901PROG be used to read back configurations from a programmed device?

Yes, the EVKVC5-5901PROG supports OTP read-back via the Timing Commander™ GUI. After power cycling the device and manually setting the correct crystal/reference clock frequency in the GUI, users can click the "OTP" button and select "Load" to retrieve burned configurations. Indicator LEDs (green "Active", red "Configuration") confirm OTP status and which configurations are programmed - a capability explicitly documented in the EVKVC5-5901PROG user guide.

What output signal standards can be verified using the EVKVC5-5901PROG test points?

The EVKVC5-5901PROG supports verification of LVDS, LVPECL, HCSL, and LVCMOS output standards. Each output pair (e.g., OUT0/OUT0B through OUT4/OUT4B) has configurable termination components (e.g., 0 Ω / 100 Ω for LVDS, 0 Ω / 180 Ω to ground for LVPECL), and the user guide specifies exact resistor/population requirements per standard - enabling accurate signal integrity assessment before system integration.