Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX19517EVKIT#

Overview

MAX19517EVKIT# from Maxim Integrated is a fully assembled and tested evaluation kit designed to characterize the MAX19517ETM+ - a 10-bit, 130 Msps dual-channel analog-to-digital converter (ADC) in 48-pin TQFN-EP package. It supports single-ended analog input conversion to differential signals via on-board transformers (T1–T4), provides programmable CMOS digital outputs with DCLK and DORA/B bits, and operates from a single 3.6V nominal supply with on-board regulation for AVDD and OVDD.

For engineers reviewing the MAX19517EVKIT# datasheet, MAX19517EVKIT# pinout, MAX19517EVKIT# application, or MAX19517EVKIT# equivalent, this kit enables rapid validation of high-speed ADC performance in RF sampling, communications test equipment, and digitizer subsystems - with Windows 7/10 GUI software, SPI interface, clock-shaping circuitry, and configurable power management.

Technical Context

The MAX19517EVKIT# implements a complete signal chain for the MAX19517ETM+, including on-board single-ended-to-differential transformation using four ADT1-1WT+ transformers, adjustable clock duty cycle via potentiometer R46, and independent 1.8V/2.5V/3.0V/3.3V selectable AVDD and OVDD regulation via two MAX8902A LDOs (U14/U15). It accepts analog inputs from 1MHz to 400MHz and supports both differential and single-ended clock configurations.

Hardware-level control is provided through jumpers JU1–JU10 for SPI/parallel programming mode (JU7), shutdown state (JU6), supply voltage selection (J1/J8/J9/J10), and AVDD/OVDD current measurement (JU9/JU10). Digital outputs are buffered by dual 16-bit drivers (U11/U12, SN74AUC16244DGGR) and routed to 48-pin header J5 for logic analyzer capture.

Key Specifications

Availability

MAX19517EVKIT# is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for RF instrumentation, high-speed data acquisition systems, and communications receiver development requiring stable component supply and validated reference design support.

Supply support for MAX19517EVKIT# 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

Maxim Integrated (now part of Analog Devices) is a semiconductor company specializing in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and RF solutions for industrial, communications, and consumer applications.

The MAX195xx evaluation kit series supports the MAX19505–MAX19517 family of high-speed dual-channel ADCs, designed specifically for demanding RF sampling, spectrum analysis, and digitizer applications where dynamic performance, flexible clocking, and rapid prototyping are critical.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the MAX19517EVKIT#?

The MAX19517EVKIT# is a fully assembled evaluation platform for the MAX19517ETM+ 10-bit, 130 Msps dual-channel ADC. It enables engineers to validate AC performance (SNR, SFDR), configure registers via SPI or parallel jumpers, adjust clock timing and output format, and capture digital output using standard logic analyzers - all without custom PCB design or firmware development. The MAX19517EVKIT# includes on-board signal conditioning, power regulation, and Windows GUI software.

Which ADC does the MAX19517EVKIT# evaluate?

The MAX19517EVKIT# is specifically designed for the MAX19517ETM+, a 10-bit, dual-channel, 130 Msps analog-to-digital converter in a 48-pin TQFN-EP package. While the kit shares mechanical and software compatibility with other MAX195xx EV kits (e.g., MAX19515/MAX19516), its hardware layout, transformer tuning, and default software settings are optimized for the MAX19517ETM+'s full-speed operation and 10-bit resolution.

Does the MAX19517EVKIT# require an external power supply?

Yes, the MAX19517EVKIT# requires an external DC power supply connected to the VSUPPLY banana jack (nominal 3.6V, range 2.1V–5V). It uses on-board MAX8902A regulators (U14/U15) to generate user-selectable AVDD and OVDD voltages (1.8V/2.5V/3.0V/3.3V) for the ADC's analog and digital domains. Power sequencing is handled automatically, and no secondary supplies are needed.

How is the MAX19517EVKIT# connected to a PC?

The MAX19517EVKIT# connects to a Windows 7/10 PC via a USB Mini-B cable to its onboard FTDI-based USB-to-SPI interface (U3). This enables communication with the MAX195xxGUI.exe software for register configuration, timing control, and power management. No additional drivers are required beyond standard FTDI VCP drivers, which install automatically on modern Windows systems.

Can the MAX19517EVKIT# accept differential analog inputs directly?

No - the MAX19517EVKIT# is designed for single-ended analog input only, applied to SMA connectors VINA and VINB. On-board transformers (T1–T4) convert these to the differential signals required by the MAX19517ETM+. Direct differential input is not supported; the board lacks termination or routing for externally sourced differential analog signals. For differential source evaluation, external baluns must be used upstream of the SMA jacks.