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Evaluates: MAX77813

MAX77813 Evaluation Kit

Detailed Description of Software

The GUI shown in Figure 3 is the main window of the EV

kit software that provides a convenient means to control

the IC. Use the mouse to navigate through the GUI

controls.

The EV kit software main window consists of group

boxes, checkboxes, and pushbuttons of the CHIP ID read,

STATUS of alarm, configuration Register 1 and 2, and the

VOUT setting register. Refer to the register descriptions in

the data sheet for more information.

Detailed Description of Hardware

The MAX77813 EV kit demonstrates the MAX77813

buck-boost. It regulates output from input voltage ranges

from 2.3V to 5.5V. Programmable output range is from

2.6V to 5.14V with 20mV step. The EV kit is suited with a

general DC input. By connecting an external MINIQUSB,

and launching the EV kit software, the user can adjust

the output voltage and check the status of the buck-boost

on the EV kit GUI. Table 1 lists jumpers and associated

functions that are available on the EV kit.

Figure 3. MAX77813 Evaluation Kit Software Window (CHIPID/STATUS/CONFIG Tab)