DC381A Evaluation Board for LTC3201 Low Noise Charge Pump LED Driver
Quick start guide for the DC381A evaluation board featuring the LTC3201, a low noise charge pump LED driver with a 3-bit DAC for current control.
Overview
The DC381A demonstration manual provides setup and evaluation procedures for the LTC3201 low noise charge pump LED driver. It details power supply connections for a 3.3V input and explains the use of the three DAC input terminals (D0, D1, and D2) to adjust LED current levels or initiate shutdown mode. The guide includes expected voltage measurements for the FB and VOUT terminals and provides technical instructions for measuring input and output voltage ripple. It also highlights the importance of battery impedance when evaluating the low-noise characteristics of the LTC3201 in real-world applications.
Use Cases
- White LED backlighting
- Portable electronic displays
- Low noise power management
- Battery-powered LED applications
Topics
Referenced Parts
| LTC3201 | Analog Devices | DC381A is used to evaluate the LTC3201 low noise charge pump LED driver. |