UM10206
I2C Demonstration Board 2005-1 Quick Start Guide
Rev. 01 — 13 June 2006
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Abstract
Content
bidirectional communication, microcontroller, training board
The I2C Demonstration Board 2005-1 is a new expandable low cost I
2
C
based platform that allows Field Application Engineers, designers and
educators to use their Personal Computer (PC) to easily test and
demonstrate I
2
C-bus devices from Philips Semiconductors in a platform
similar to a real system environment
.
Philips Semiconductors
UM10206
I2C Demonstration Board 2005-1 Quick Start Guide
Revision history
Rev
01
Date
20060613
Description
first release
Contact information
For additional information, please visit:
http://www.semiconductors.philips.com
For sales office addresses, please send an email to:
sales.addresses@www.semiconductors.philips.com
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1. Introduction
The I2C Demonstration Board 2005-1 is a USB based solution that allows engineers and
sales engineers to experiment with general-purpose I
2
C-bus devices from Philips.
The hardware connects to a standard USB port found on most IBM-compatible PCs and
provides bidirectional communication with I
2
C-bus devices using the I
2
C-bus protocol.
The hardware is powered directly from the PC's USB port.
An on-board LED illuminates after the USB host has successfully enumerated it.
The Win-I2CUSB Lite software from The Boardshop runs on Windows 98SE, ME, 2000,
and XP and is compatible with any PC hardware having a minimum of a Pentium
processor and an USB port. The software allows the user to select one of the
I
2
C-bus devices on the board from a menu and also provides a Universal mode to allow
users to create their own I
2
C-bus commands with the same I
2
C-bus devices. The
Win-I2CUSB Lite software is designed to operate only with the specific devices and
device addresses on the I2C Demonstration Board 2005-1.
2. Getting started
2.1 Assumptions
It is helpful to have basic experience with the I
2
C-bus protocol before using the
demonstration board but it is not absolutely necessary. There are several exercises
targeted at beginners as well as more advanced users. For beginners, the I
2
C-bus
specification is a good source of detailed information about the I
2
C-bus. You can
download the complete specification from the Philips Semiconductors website.
2.2 Static Handling Requirements
CAUTION
This device is sensitive to ElectroStatic Discharge (ESD). Therefore care should be taken
during transport and handling. You must use a ground strap or touch the PC case or other
grounded source before unpacking or handling the hardware.
2.3 Minimum System Requirements
•
PC Pentium 60 processor (or equivalent), 8MB RAM, 10MB of hard drive space
•
one USB port (either 2.0 or 1.1 compatible)
•
Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, or XP
2.4 Adapter Power Requirements
The Philips I2C Demonstration Board 2005-1 hardware obtains its power from the PC
USB port.
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3. Installation
3.1 Win-I2CUSB Lite Software
1. Download the Win-I2CUSB Lite installation driver from:
www.semiconductors.philips.com/products/interface_control/i2c.
2. The installation software will automatically start from the executable file. If the
installation software does not start automatically double-click on the Setup.exe file.
3. For software or hardware application support email us at: i2c.support@philips.com.
Do not contact The Boardshop for application support issues.
3.2 Demonstration Board hardware connection to computer USB port
1. Touch the bare metal on the rear of your computer to neutralize any ESD (static
charge) before removing the Demonstration Board Hardware from the packaging.
2. Connect the hardware to a USB port using a standard USB cable.
3. The green USB_LINK LED on the hardware will illuminate.
3.3 Connecting the remote sensor diode
1. Connect the red wire to the D+ pin and the white wire to the D− pin (see
Figure 1).
2. Plug the remote sensor diode into the Demonstration Board (see
Figure 2).
D+
D−
(1)
2N3906
(3)
(2)
013aaa000
(1) The cable is approximately 15cm long with the red wire connected to the emitter.
(2) The 2-pin male connector is compatible with the 2-pin header on the pcb.
(3) The base and collector of the transistor are connected together.
Fig 1. I2C Demonstration Board 2005-1 remote sensor diode
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4. Hardware description
Microcontroller
USB Port
Remote Sensor Diode
USB Link Indicator
Expansion Connector
Fig 2. I2C Demonstration Board 2005-1
Figure 2
shows the following items on the hardware:
•
USB Port: port where the USB cable is plugged into the board.
•
USB_LINK LED: this green LED will illuminate when the cable is connected between
the PC and the hardware.
•
remote sensor diode: where the remote sensor diode is plugged into the board to
allow the SA56004E temperature sensor to monitor the ambient temperature.
•
microcontroller: a socketed microcontroller is provided to ensure easy service in the
event of damage to the device.
•
extension connector: this connector is used to connect future daughter cards targeting
specific Philips Semiconductors I
2
C-bus devices.
Remark:
Philips recommends connecting only daughter cards developed and provided by
Philips Semiconductors to the extension connector. Philips Semiconductors is not
responsible for damage caused by other target cards.
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