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Evaluates: MAX20328/
MAX20328A Evaluation Kit
MAX20328A/MAX20328B
General Description
Quick Start
The MAX20328A evaluation kit (EV kit) is a fully assem-
bled and tested circuit for evaluating the MAX20328/
MAX20328A/MAX20328B MUX switch for USB-C audio
adapter applications. The device features automatic MIC-
GND orientation and headphone impedance detection,
Beyond-the-Rails™ signal capability, and surge protec-
tion on pins attached to the USB-C connector. This EV
kit enables fast and easy evaluation of the MAX20328/
MAX20328A/MAX20328B switches in USB-C audio appli-
cations.
Required Equipment
The following equipment is required to verify the basic
functionality of this EV kit:
● 5V capable power supply
2
● Host device with I C communication support
● DMM or continuity tester
Optional Equipment
The following equipment can be used for more
complete testing of this EV kit:
The EV kit is populated with MAX20328A. The MAX20328,
MAX20328A, and MAX20328B are pin-to-pin and register
compatible. Users can install their own MAX20328 for
evaluation.
● USB Flash drive or other device with a USB-A male
connector
● USB A-to-B cable
● USB C cable
Features
● Automatic MIC/GND Orientation Detection
● TRRS 3.5mm audio cable
• MIC Line Bias Check Safeguards Against Shorting
MIC to GND
● TRRS 3.5mm audio device with 3.5mm to USB-C
passive adapter
● 3.5mm Audio Jack for Testing with Audio Signals
Procedure
● Onboard USB Receptacles for Passing and
The EV kit is fully assembled and tested. Follow the steps
below to verify board operation:
Measuring Data Signals
● Proven PCB Layout
1) Verify the positions of the configuration resistor pairs
● Fully Assembled and Tested
R1 and R2, R4 and R5, and R6 and R8.
a) For evaluating MAX20328, R1, R4, and R6
should be installed.
b) For evaluating MAX20328A/MAX20328B, R2,
R5, and R8 should be installed.
Ordering Information appears at end of data sheet.
2) Verify shunts are installed on jumpers JU1 and on
JU3 in the 1-2 position. JU3 selects the source of the
V
supply.
CC
3) Connect the positive lead of a 2.7 to 5V power supply
to TP12 and the negative lead to TP14, then safely
turn on the supply.
2
4) Connect SCL of the I C device to TP16 and SDA to
TP17; or use the 40-pin connector.
2
5) Read register 0x00 using the I C read address 0x2B.
If the data read matches the DEVICE_ID value of the
installed device (Table
5
of the MAX20328/
MAX20328A/MAX20328B data sheet), the EV kit is
Beyond-the-Rails is a trademark of Maxim Integrated Products, Inc.
configured correctly.
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