User’s Guide
August 1998
Mixed-Signal Products
SLOU015
Preface
Related Documentation From Texas Instruments
TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform (literature
number SLOU011) provides detailed information on the evaluation
platform and its use with TI audio evaluation modules.
TPA0103 3-CHANNEL AUDIO POWER AMPLIFIER STEREO
SINGLE-ENDED 500-mW AND MONO BTL 1.75-W (literature
number SLOS167) This is the data sheet for the TPA0103 audio
amplifier integrated circuit.
FCC Warning
This equipment is intended for use in a laboratory test environment only. It
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and has not been
tested for compliance with the limits of computing devices pursuant to subpart
J of part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against radio frequency interference. Operation of this equipment in other
environments may cause interference with radio communications, in which
case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures
may be required to correct this interference.
Trademarks
TI is a trademark of Texas Instruments Incorporated.
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Contents
1
2
3
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1.1
1.2
1.3
Feature Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
TPA0103 EVM Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.1
2.2
2.3
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Quick Start List for Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Quick Start List for Stand-Alone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3.1
3.2
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
The TPA0103 Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
3.2.1 TPA0103 Audio Amplifier IC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
3.2.2 Output Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
3.2.3 Inputs and Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Using The TPA0103 EVM With The Plug-N-Play Evaluation Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
3.3.1 Installing and Removing EVM Boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
3.3.2 TPA0103Module Jumper Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
3.3.3 Signal Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
3.3.4 Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
3.3.5 Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
3.3.6 Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Using The TPA0103 EVM Stand-ALone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
3.4.1 TPA0103 EVM Connected for Center Channel BTL Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
3.4.2 TPA0103 EVM Connected for Stereo Headphones Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
TPA0103 Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
3.3
3.4
3.5
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Figures
1–1
2–1
2–2
3–1
3–2
3–3
3–4
3–5
3–6
3–7
3–8
3–9
The TI TPA0103 Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Quick Start Platform Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Quick Start Module Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
The TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
TPA0103 EVM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
TPA0103 EVM Schematic Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
TPA0103 Audio Amplifier IC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
TPA0103 EVM Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Platform Signal Routing and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Mute/Mode and Polarity Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Typical Headphone Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
TPA0103 EVM Connected for Center Channel BTL Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
3–10 TPA0103 EVM Connected for Stereo Headphones Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Tables
2–1
2–2
2–3
2–4
2–5
3–1
3–2
3–3
3–4
3–5
Typical TI Plug-N-Play Platform Jumper and Switch Settings for the TPA0103 . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Typical TPA0103 EVM Jumper Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
TI Plug-N-Play Platform Jumper and Switch Settings for the TPA0103 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
TPA0103 EVM Jumper Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
TPA0103 EVM Stand-Alone Jumper Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
TPA0103 Output Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
TPA0103 Output Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Typical TPA0103 EVM Jumper Settings for Center Channel BTL Stand-Alone . . . . . . . . 3-16
Typical TPA0103 EVM Jumper Settings for Stereo Headphones Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
TPA0103 EVM Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter provides an overview of the Texas Instruments (TI ) TPA0103
Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module (SLOP103). It includes a list of EVM
features, a brief description of the module illustrated with a pictorial diagram,
and a list of EVM specifications.
Topic
Page
1.1 Feature Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3
1.2 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4
1.3 TPA0103 EVM Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4
1-1
1-2
Introduction
Feature Highlights
1.1 Feature Highlights
The TI TPA0103 Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module and the TI Plug-N-Play
Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform include the following features:
TPA0103 Low-Voltage Audio Power Amplifier Evaluation Module
535-mW single-ended into 4 Ω at 5 V L/R channels
1.75-W bridge-tied load (BTL) into 4 Ω at 5 V center channel
3.3-V and 5-V operation
Low distortion (< 0.25% THD+N at full power)
Ultra-low current consumption in full shutdown mode
Two sets of stereo inputs with internal MUX
Module gain adjustable between approximately 2 and 22
Quick and Easy Configuration with The TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier
Evaluation Platform
Evaluation module is designed to simply plug into the platform, auto-
matically making all signal, control, and power connections
Platform provides flexible power options
Jumpers on the platform select power and module control options
Switches on the platform route signals
Platform provides quick and easy audio input and output connections
Platform Power Options
Onboard 9-V battery
External 5-V – 15-V DC V
supply inputs
CC
External regulated V
supply input
DD
Socket for onboard 5 V/3.3 V V
voltage regulator EVM
DD
Onboard overvoltage and reverse polarity power protection
Platform Audio Input and Output Connections
Left and right RCA phono jack inputs
Miniature stereo phone jack input
Left and right RCA phono jack outputs
Left and right compression speaker terminal outputs
Miniature stereo headphone jack output
1-3
Introduction
Description
1.2 Description
The TPA0103 Audio Power Amplifier Evaluation Module is a complete,
low-power three-channel audio power amplifier. It consists of the TI TPA0103
3-Channel Audio Power Amplifier IC along with a small number of other parts
mounted on a circuit board that measures approximately 2 inches by 1
inches (Figure 1–1).
Figure 1–1. The TI TPA0103 Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module
R10
R8
R11
C7
VDD
GND
RHP
GND
RIN
ROUT+
GND
+
C11
R7
R14
S5
C6
COUT–
S3
S4
HP/L*
GND
R9
MODE A
C9 C10
R15
R12
C8
MODE B
R18
R16
GND
TPA0103 EVM
REV. A
Lit.# SLOP103
R4
C12
C3
R1
R13
S2
SDWN
C5
S1
C1
LIN
R6
COUT+
GND
LHP
R2
–3
GND
R5
C2
R3
LOUT+
009228
Single in-line header pins are mounted to the underside of the module circuit
board to allow the EVM to be plugged into the TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier
Evaluation Platform, or to be wired directly into existing circuits and equipment
when used stand-alone.
The platform has room for a single TPA0103 evaluation module and is a
convenient vehicle for demonstrating TI’s audio power amplifier and related
evaluation modules. The EVMs simply plug into the platform, which auto-
matically provides power to the modules, interconnects them correctly, and
connectsthemtoaversatilearrayofstandardaudioinputandoutputjacksand
connectors. Easy-to-use configuration controls allow the platform and EVMs
to quickly model many possible end-equipment configurations.
There is nothing to build, nothing to solder, and nothing but the speakers
included with the platform to “hook up.”
1.3 TPA0103 EVM Specifications
Supply voltage range, V
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 V to 5.5 V
DD
Supply current, I
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5 A, max
DD
Continuous output power, P : center channel, THD = 0.2%, 4-Ω BTL, V =5 V: . . . . 1.75 W
O
DD
L/R channels, THD = 0.2%, 4-Ω SE, V =5 V: . . . . . . 535 mW
DD
L/R channels, THD = 0.2%, 32-Ω SE, V =5 V: . . . . 100 mW
DD
Audio input voltage, V :
L/R IN, gain = 2 – 22 BTL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.75 V , max
I
PP
L/R IN HP, gain = 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 V , max
PP
Minimum load impedance, R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Ω
L
1-4
Introduction
Chapter 2
Quick Start
ThestepsinthischaptercanbefollowedtoquicklypreparetheTPA0103audio
amplifier EVM for use. Using the TPA0103 with the TI Plug-N-Play Audio
Amplifier Evaluation Platform is a quick and easy way to connect power, signal
and control inputs, and signal outputs to the EVM using standard connectors.
The audio amplifier evaluation module can also be used stand-alone by
makingconnectionsdirectlytothemodulepins, anditcanbewireddirectlyinto
existing circuits or equipment.
The platform switch and jumper settings shown in Tables 2–1 and the
TPA0103 EVM jumper settings shown in Table 2–2 are typical for the TPA0103
EVM.
Table 2–1. Typical TI Plug-N-Play Platform Jumper and Switch Settings for the TPA0103
OUTPUT MODE
Center Only
Center or L/R
3-Channel
JP6
OFF
Mode
OFF
JP7
X
JP8
X
S2
S3
Note 2
Note 2
Note 2
U2-U4
U2-U4
U2-U4
X
Hi
X
X
Notes: 1) X = Don’t care, OFF = Open, ON = Closed
2) Set S2 to ON when signal conditioning board is installed in U1; set S2
to OFF when no signal conditioning board is installed.
Table 2–2. Typical TPA0103 EVM Jumper Settings
OUTPUT MODE
Center Only
Center or L/R
3-Channel
S1
ON
ON
ON
S2
ON
S3
S4
S5
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
Note: OFF = Open, ON = Closed
Topic
Page
2.1 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
2.2 Quick Start List for Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
2.3 Quick Start List for Stand-Alone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
2-1
Precautions
2.1 Precautions
Power Supply Input Polarity and Maximum Voltage
Always ensure that the polarity and voltage of the external power
connected to V
power input connector J1, J2, and/or V
power
CC
DD
input connector J6 are correct. Overvoltage or reverse-polarity
power applied to these terminals can open onboard soldered-in
fuses and cause other damage to the platform, installed evaluation
modules, and/or the power source.
Inserting or Removing EVM Boards
Do not insert or remove EVM boards with power applied — damage
to the EVM board, the platform, or both may result.
Figure 2–1. Quick Start Platform Map
6b
6b
1
10
6b
ICC
JP4
C1+
F1
VR1
DC
Power
In/Out
6a
Power
Input
6b
R2
R1
Audio
Power
Amps
Signal Conditioning
Audio
Input
8
Speaker
Output
9
4
Mode
Mute
Polarity
Lo
****CAUTION****
Do not insert or remove
EVM boards with power
applied
Hi
Stereo
Headphone
Output
Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier
Evaluation Platform
SLOP097 Rev. C.1
HP Out
R3
R4
R5
3
2
4
4
4
2-2
Quick Start
Quick Start List for Platform
2.2 Quick Start List for Platform
Follow these steps when using the TPA0103 EVM with the TI Plug-N-Play
Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform (see the platform user’s guide, SLOU011,
for additional details). Numbered callouts for selected steps are shown in
Figure 2–1 and details appear in Chapter 3.
Platform and TPA0103 EVM preparations
1) EnsurethatallexternalpowersourcesaresettoOFF andthattheplatform
power switch S1 is set to OFF.
2) Install a TPA0103 module in platform socket U2, taking care to align the
module pins correctly.
3) Use switch S2 to select or bypass the signal conditioning EVM (U1).
Setting the platform and the EVM for Center or L/R, as indicated in the tables
below, will cause the EVM to operate in the center channel mode BTL (speak-
er) when no plug is present in headphone jack J10 and in the L/R single-ended
mode (headphone) when a plug is inserted into platform headphone jack J10.
4) Set the jumpers on the platform as indicated in Table 2–3.
Table 2–3. TI Plug-N-Play Platform Jumper and Switch Settings for the TPA0103
OUTPUT MODE
Center or L/R
JP6
JP7
JP8
S2
S3
Mode
X
Hi
Note 2
U2-U4
Notes: 1) X = Don’t care
2) Set S2 to ON when signal conditioning board is installed in U1; set S2
to OFF when no signal conditioning board is installed.
5) Set the jumpers on the TPA0103 EVM as indicated in Table 2–4.
Table 2–4. TPA0103 EVM Jumper settings
OUTPUT MODE
Center or L/R
S1
S2
S3
S4
S5
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
Note: OFF = Open, ON = Closed
Power supply
6) Select and connect the power supply:
a) Connect an external regulated power supply set to a voltage between
3 V and 5.5 V to platform V
to observe marked polarity,
power input connector J6 taking care
DD
or
b) Install a voltage regulator EVM (SLVP097 or equiv.) in platform socket
U6. Install a 9-V battery in B1 or connect a 7 V – 12 V power source
to a platform V
power input (see platform user’s guide).
power input J1 or J2 and jumper the appropriate
CC
Inputs and outputs
7) Ensure that signal source level adjustments and the EVM gain controls,
R13, R14, and R17, are set to minimum.
8) Connect the audio source to left and right RCA phono jacks J3 and J5 or
stereo miniature phone jack J4.
9) Connect a 4-Ω to 8-Ω speaker to the left and right BLACK speaker
connectors of J8. DO NOT USE RED CONNECTORS OF J8.
Power-up
10) Verify correct voltage and input polarity and set the external power supply
to ON. If V and an onboard regulator EVM are used to provide V , set
CC
DD
platform power switch S1 to ON.
11) Adjust the signal source level and EVM gain levels (R13, R14, and R17)
as needed.
2-3
Quick Start
Quick Start List for Stand-Alone
2.3 Quick Start List for Stand-Alone
Follow these steps to use the TPA0103 EVM stand-alone or connect it into
existing circuits or equipment. Connections to the TPA0103 module header
pins can be made via individual sockets, wire-wrapping, or soldering to the
pins, either on the top or the bottom of the module circuit board. Numbered
callouts for selected steps are shown in Figure 2–2 and details appear in
Chapter 3.
Figure 2–2. Quick Start Module Map
R10
R8
R11
S5
C7
VDD
GND
RHP
ROUT+
GND
+
GND
C11
R7
R14
C6
COUT–
RIN
S3
S4
HP/L*
GND
R15
C8
R9
MODE A
C9 C10
R12
4
MODE B
R18
3
TPA0103 EVM
R4
REV. A
R16
Lit.# SLOP103
C12
C3
GND
R13
S2
SDWN
C5
S1
R5
C1
C2
LIN
R1
R6
COUT+
GND
LHP
R2
–3
GND
R3
LOUT+
009228
Power supply
1) Ensure that all external power sources are set to OFF.
2) Connect an external regulated power supply set to 5 V to the module VDD
and GND pins taking care to observe marked polarity.
TPA0103 EVM jumpers
Setting the EVM for Center or L/R as indicated in the table below will cause
the EVM to operate in the center channel BTL mode (speaker).
3) Set the jumpers on the TPA0103 EVM as indicated in Table 2–5.
Table 2–5. TPA0103 EVM Stand-Alone Jumper settings
EVM OUTPUT MODE
Center or L/R
S1
ON
S2
ON
S3
S4
S5
OFF
OFF
OFF
Note: OFF = Open, ON = Closed
Inputs and outputs
4) Ensure that signal source level adjustments and EVM gain controls, R13,
R14, and R17, are set to minimum.
5) Connect the audio source to the module IN+ and GND pins, taking care
to observe marked polarity.
6) Connect the SDWN pin to V
through a Normally Open switch.
DD
7) Connect a 4-Ω to 8-Ω speaker to the module COUT+ and COUT– pins.
Power-up
8) Verify correct voltage and input polarity and set the external power supply
to ON.
9) Adjust the signal source level and EVM gain levels as needed.
2-4
Quick Start
Chapter 3
Details
This chapter provides details on the TPA0103 IC, the evaluation module, and
the steps in the Quick-Start List, additional application information, and a parts
list for the TPA0103 evaluation module.
Topic
Page
3.1 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
3.2 The TPA0103 Audio Power Amplifier Evaluation Module . . . . . . . . . 3–3
3.3 Using the TPA0103 EVM With the Plug-N-Play
Evaluation Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7
3.4 Using The TPA0103 EVM Stand-Alone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–16
3.5 TPA0103 Audio Power Amplifier Evaluation Module Parts List . . 3–18
3-1
Precautions
3.1 Precautions
Power Supply Input Polarity and Maximum Voltage
Always ensure that the polarity and voltage of the external power
connected to V
power input connector J1, J2, and/or V
power
CC
DD
input connector J6 are correct. Overvoltage or reverse-polarity
power applied to these terminals can open onboard soldered-in
fuses and cause other damage to the platform, installed evaluation
modules, and/or the power source.
Inserting or Removing EVM Boards
Do not insert or remove EVM boards with power applied — damage
to the EVM board, the platform, or both may result.
Figure 3–1. The TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform
ICC
JP4
C1+
F1
VR1
DC
Power
In/Out
Power
Input
R2
R1
Audio
Power
Amps
Signal Conditioning
Audio
Input
Speaker
Output
Mode
Mute
Polarity
Lo
****CAUTION****
Do not insert or remove
EVM boards with power
applied
Hi
Stereo
Headphone
Output
Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier
Evaluation Platform
SLOP097 Rev. C.1
HP Out
R3
R4
R5
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3.2 The TPA0103 Audio Power Amplifier Evaluation Module
The TPA0103 Audio Power Amplifier Evaluation Module is powered by a
TPA0103 3-channel audio power amplifier capable of delivering 535 mW of
continuous power to each of the left and right single-ended 4-Ω speaker loads,
and 1.75 W of continuous power (BTL) to a center channel 4-Ω load. The
amplifier IC can be configured for center channel only, center or L/R channels,
or three channel operation via two mode terminals. The evaluation module
includes jumpers for setting modes and control inputs for shutdown, selection
between two sets of stereo inputs, and switching between output modes.
The module can be used with the TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier Evaluation
Platform (Figure 3–1) or wired directly into circuits or equipment. The module
has single in-line header connector pins mounted to the under side of the
board. These pins allow the module to be plugged into the TI platform, which
automatically makes all the signal input and output, power, and control
connections to the module.
The module connection pins are on 0.1-inch centers to allow easy use with
standard perf board and plug board-based prototyping systems. Or, the EVM
can be wired directly into existing circuits and equipment when used stand-
alone.
The module appears in Figure 3–2 and its schematic is shown in Figure 3–3.
Figure 3–2. TPA0103 EVM
R10
R8
R11
S5
C7
C6
VDD
GND
RHP
ROUT+
GND
+
GND
RIN
C11
R7
R14
COUT–
S3
S4
HP/L*
GND
R9
MODE A
C9 C10
R15
R12
C8
MODE B
R18
R16
GND
TPA0103 EVM
REV. A
Lit.# SLOP103
R4
C12
C3
R1
R13
S2
SDWN
C5
S1
C1
LIN
R6
COUT+
GND
LHP
R2
–3
GND
R5
C2
R3
LOUT+
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Figure 3–3. TPA0103 EVM Schematic Diagram
R15, 20 kΩ
LOUT+
ROUT+
1
2
24
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
C8
5 pF
R13
200 kΩ
GND/HS
NC
GND/HS
NC
C3
5 pF
R7
20 kΩ
R2
20 kΩ
3
R14
200 kΩ
LOUT+
LLINE IN
LHP IN
CIN
ROUT+
RLINE IN
RHP IN
RBYPASS
C1
1 µF
C6
1 µF
R1
20 kΩ
R8
R4
20 kΩ
20 kΩ
4
LIN
RIN
R9
20 kΩ
5
LINHP
RINHP
R3
R10
20 kΩ
C2
C7
1 µF
R16
20 kΩ
6
20 kΩ
1 µF
C9
2.2 µF
R17
TPA0103
V
7
DD
R18
20 kΩ
V
DD
V
DD
V
DD
200 kΩ
C5
2.2 µF
C10
C11
2.2 µF 10 µF
8
GND
SHUTDOWN
NC
MUTE OUT HP/LINE
S3
C12
5 pF
9
R5
100 kΩ
LV
HP/L*
DD
S1
10
11
12
R11
100 kΩ
COUT+
COUT+
MODE B
GND/HS
COUT–
MODE A
GND/HS
S2
V
S5
MODE B
DD
COUT–
S4
V
MODE A
DD
R6
100 kΩ
R12, 100 kΩ
3.2.1 TPA0103 Audio Amplifier IC
The TPA0103 audio amplifier IC is a low-voltage CMOS device intended
primarily for desktop and notebook PCs. In the typical application, the center
channel amplifier is driven from a mix of the L/R inputs to produce a monaural
representation of the stereo signal. The center channel amplifier can be shut
down independently of the L/R output for speaker muting in headphone
applications. The TPA0103 also features a full shutdown function for power
sensitive applications reducing current consumption to 5 µA. It is supplied in
a very small 24-pin TSSOP thermal surface-mount package and has been
designed to operate from low supply voltages (between approximately 3 V and
5.5V)anddeliverfullpoweratdistortionlevelsoflessthan0.25%THD+Nfrom
a 5-V supply (Figure 3–4).
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Figure 3–4. TPA0103 Amplifier IC
TPA0103
C OUT–
C OUT+
C IN
SHUTDOWN
MODE A
CNTL
MODE B
R HP IN
R OUT+
MUX
R Line IN
CNTL
MUX
HP/Line
L HP IN
L OUT+
L Line IN
The IC includes three separate amplifier channels: a left and right stereo pair
(single-ended)andabridged-tiedload(BTL)centerchannel. IntheBTLmode,
the two output lines of the center channel operate 180° out-of-phase with each
other for increased power. The center channel speaker load is connected
directly across COUT+ and COUT–, and neither line is connected to ground.
BTL operation provides many benefits, including quadruple the output power
of single-ended operation and no need for bulky output coupling capacitors.
The left and right stereo channels operate in the single-ended mode, the
speaker load is connected between the OUT+ terminal through an output
coupling capacitor, to system ground. For more information, see the TPA0103
amplifier IC data sheet, TI Literature Number SLOS167.
3.2.2 Output Modes
The TPA0103 amplifier operates in any of three output modes or mutes
according to the status of the two control terminals MODE A and MODE B as
shown in Table 3–1.
Table 3–1. TPA0103 Output Modes
TERMINAL
MODE A
MODE B
3-Channel
Mute
Center Only
L/R Only
L
L
H
L
L
H
H
H
Note: L = logic low, H = logic high
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3.2.3 Inputs and Gain
The left and right single-ended channels remain separate from input to output.
On the TPA0103 EVM board, the left and right channel inputs are mixed to
produce a monaural representation of the stereo signal and applied to the
amplifier IC center channel input.
Each of the left and right channels has two separate signal inputs. They are
called line and headphone (HP) and are pin-selectable. The line inputs and
the center channel input are adjustable between approximately 2 and 22, and
the headphone inputs are fixed at a gain of 1. In the typical application in which
the TPA0103 powers left and right speakers until headphones are plugged in,
the line input gain can be set so that the two inputs provide approximately the
same perceived listening level in the headphones as from the speakers. An
input multiplexor in the amplifier IC selects between the two inputs according
to the state of the HP/LINE IC pin.
TheTPA0103amplifierIC, likemostotheramplifiers, exhibitsitsbestdistortion
and noise performance at lower gain levels (see the TPA0103 data sheet).
Gain versus total harmonic distortion (THD) should be considered in each
application. Both the module input signal level and the TPA0103 module gain
should be adjusted to obtain the lowest overall distortion level for a particular
overall gain. A quick rule of thumb (everything else being equal): the module
input signal level should be as high as possible without clipping or overloading
the TPA0103 input, and the TPA0103 gain should be kept as low as possible.
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3.3 Using The TPA0103 EVM With the Plug-N-Play Evaluation Platform
The TPA0103 Audio Amplifier Evaluation Module was designed to be used
with the TI Plug-N-Play Audio Amplifier Evaluation Platform. It simply plugs
into socket U2.
The following paragraphs provide additional details for using the TPA0103
EVM with the platform.
3.3.1 Installing and Removing EVM Boards
TI Plug-N-Play evaluation modules use single-in-line header pins installed on
the underside of the module circuit board to plug into sockets on the platform.
The EVM pins and the platform sockets are keyed such that only the correct
type of EVM can be installed in a particular socket, and then only with the
proper orientation.
Evaluation modules are easily removed from the platform by simply prying
them up and lifting them out of their sockets. Care must be taken, however, to
prevent bending the pins.
3.3.1.1 EVM Insertion
1) Remove all power from the evaluation platform.
2) Locate socket U2 on the platform.
3) Orient the module correctly.
4) Carefully align the pins of the module with the socket pin receptacles.
5) Gently press the module into place.
6) Check to be sure that all pins are seated properly and that none are bent
over.
3.3.1.2 EVM Removal
1) Remove all power from the evaluation platform.
2) Using an appropriate tool as a lever, gently pry up one side of the module
a small amount.
3) Change to the opposite side of the module and use the tool to pry that side
up a small amount.
4) Alternate between sides, prying the module up a little more each time to
avoid bending the pins, until it comes loose from the socket.
5) Lift the EVM off of the platform.
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3.3.2 TPA0103 Module Jumper Settings
The TPA0103 EVM is equipped with several jumpers that act like SPST
switches to allow module operation to be modified to suit various
requirements. In the following discussion, setting a jumper to ON means that
a shunt is installed across the two pins of the jumper. Setting a jumper to OFF
means that no shunt is installed on the jumper. See Figure 3.5.
In typical applications, some or all of the jumper functions are controlled by the
system microcontroller or external logic.
Note that jumpers S2 through S5 tie various amplifier control input pins directly
to V . When one of these EVM jumpers is set to ON, the signal on the
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associated EVM control input pin will have no effect. In addition, V appears
DD
on that EVM control input pin. Care should be taken to ensure that
low-impedance paths to ground are not provided through the circuitry that
applies control signals to the EVM control input pins or that external circuits
will not be upset by V
appearing on the EVM control input lines.
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Figure 3–5. TPA0103 EVM Jumpers
R15, 20 kΩ
LOUT+
ROUT+
1
2
24
C8
5 pF
R13
200 kΩ
GND/HS
NC
GND/HS
C3
5 pF
R7
23
20 kΩ
NC
R2
20 kΩ
3
22
R14
200 kΩ
LOUT+
LLINE IN
LHP IN
CIN
ROUT+
RLINE IN
RHP IN
C1
1 µF
C6
1 µF
R1
20 kΩ
R8
20 kΩ
R4
4
21
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
20 kΩ
LIN
RIN
R9
20 kΩ
5
LINHP
RINHP
R3
20 kΩ
R10
20 kΩ
C2
C7
1 µF
R16
20 kΩ
6
1 µF
RBYPASS
C9
2.2 µF
R17
200 kΩ
TPA0103
V
DD
7
R18
20 kΩ
V
DD
V
DD
V
DD
C5
2.2 µF
C10
2.2 µF 10 µF
C11
8
GND
SHUTDOWN
NC
MUTE OUT HP/LINE
S3
C12
5 pF
9
R5
100 kΩ
LV
DD
HP/L*
S1
10
11
12
R11
100 kΩ
COUT+
COUT+
MODE B
GND/HS
COUT–
MODE A
GND/HS
S2
V
DD
S5
MODE B
COUT–
S4
V
DD
MODE A
R6
100 kΩ
R12, 100 kΩ
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3.3.2.1 S1 — Shutdown Jumper
To have the module amplifier IC enter the shutdown mode when the module
mute control input is activated, set shutdown jumper S1 to ON.
The mute control output pin on the TPA0103 amplifier IC goes high when the
mute mode is selected by the output mode jumpers (S2 and S4). Jumper S1
connects the mute output pin to the shutdown control input pin of the IC so that
when S1 is ON, the IC is forced into shutdown mode instead of mute mode
when the mute mode is selected. When S1 is OFF, a pulldown resistor on the
module holds the IC shutdown control input pin low, keeping the IC out of the
shutdown mode.
The shutdown mode reduces IC current consumption to approximately 5 µA
comparedtoapproximately1.5mAinthemutemode. Ittakeslonger, however,
to resume normal operation from the shutdown mode (approx. 1 s to 2 s) than
it takes to resume normal operation from the mute mode (approx. 100 ms to
500 ms).
3.3.2.2 S2 and S4 — Output Mode Control Jumpers
Two IC amplifier output mode control pins select among three output modes
and mute. These pins, Mode A and Mode B, are brought out to module pins
and also have jumpers that can hardwire the IC amplifier control inputs high.
Table 3–2 shows the relationship between the IC amplifier control inputs and
the output modes.
Table 3–2. TPA0103 Output Modes
TERMINAL
3-Channel
Mute
Center Only
L/R Only
MODE A
MODE B
L
L
H
L
L
H
H
H
Note: L = logic low, H = logic high
Jumper S2 connects the Mode B output mode control input pin on the amplifier
IC directly to V regardless of the state of the Mode B module control input.
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When S2 is OFF, a pulldown resistor on the module holds the Mode B output
mode control input pin low. The Mode B control input pin is not directly
controlled by anything on the platform — the platform socket for that module
pin is N/C.
Jumper S4 connects the Mode A output mode control input pin on the amplifier
IC directly to V
regardless of the state of the Mode A module control input,
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or the input select module control input (HP/L*), or the status of jumper S3
when autosense jumper S5 is set to ON. When S4 is OFF, a pulldown resistor
on the module holds the amplifier IC ModeA output mode control input pin low.
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3.3.2.3 S3 — Input Select Jumper
To select the line inputs, set input select jumper S3 to OFF. To select the
headphone inputs, set input select jumper S3 to ON.
The TPA0103 amplifier IC has two separate inputs for each of the left and right
stereo channels. An internal multiplexor selects which input will be connected
to the amplifier based on the state of the HP/LINE pin on the IC. However, the
EVM HP/L* control input pin is not directly controlled by anything on the
platform — the platform socket for that module pin is N/C. The amplifier IC
HP/LINE control pin can be tied high manually via jumper S3 or connected to
the amplifier IC Mode A control pin via jumper S5 so that it follows that control
signal.
For manual control, jumper S3 connects the HP/L* module control input pin to
V
, so that when S3 is ON, the headphone inputs are selected. When S3 is
DD
OFF, a pulldown resistor on the module holds the IC shutdown control input
pin low, selecting the line inputs.
3.3.2.4 S5 — Autosense Jumper
To have the IC amplifier input select control input pin (HP/Line) follow the state
of the Mode A IC output mode select pin, set autosense jumper S5 to ON. This
automatically selects the headphone inputs when the Mode A control input
goes high.
Note that when autosense jumper S5 is set to ON, amplifier IC control input
pins HP/Line and Mode A are tied to V , and the Mode A control signal will
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have no effect if either jumper S3 or jumper S4 are set to ON.
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