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EVM User's Guide: AWR2944EVM, AWR2944PEVM

AWR2944/AWR2944P Evaluation Module

Description Features
The AWR2944/AWR2944P evaluation module • 76GHz to 81GHz mmWave radar sensor
(EVM) is an easy-to-use platform for evaluating • Onboard four-transmit four-receive (4TX/4RX)
the AWR2944/AWR2944P mmWave system-on- antenna
chip (SoC) radar sensor, which has direct • On-chip C66x DSP core and Arm Cortex-R5F
connectivity to the DCA1000EVM (sold separately). controller
The AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM kit contains • On-chip hardware accelerator (HWA 2.0)
everything required to start developing software • Direct interface with DCA1000EVM
for the on-chip C66x digital signal processor
(DSP), ARM® Cortex®-R5F controller, and hardware
accelerator (HWA 2.0 in AWR2944, HWA 2.1 in
AWR2944P). Also included is onboard emulation for
programming and debugging, as well as onboard
buttons and LEDs for quick integration of a simple
user interface.

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1 Evaluation Module Overview

1.1 Introduction
The AWR2944EVM and AWR2944PEVM are easy-to-use evaluation boards for the AWR294x mmWave sensing
device, with direct connectivity to the DCA1000 EVM.This EVM kit contains everything needed to start
developing software for the on-chip C66x DSP, ARM® Cortex®-R5F controller, and hardware accelerator (HWA
2.0). Also included is on-board emulation for programming and debugging as well as on-board buttons and LEDs
for quick integration of a simple user interface.
1.2 Key Features
• Onboard antenna
• XDS110 based JTAG emulation with serial port for onboard 64-bit QSPI flash programming
• UART to USB Debug port for terminal access using FT4232H
• 60-pin, high-density (HD) connector for external JTAG/emulator interface with TRACE and CSI2 support
• 60-pin, high-density (HD) connector for debug, SPI, I2C and LVDS
• RJ45 connector to stream the captured data over the network to the host PC
• MATEnet Ethernet® interface to stream the captured data over the network to an automotive host
• Dual onboard CAN-FD transceiver
• One button and LED for basic user interface
• 12V power jack to power the board
1.3 What’s Included

1.3.1 Kit Contents

• AWR2944EVM or AWR2944PEVM
• Micro USB cable
• Ethernet Cable
• Mounting brackets, screws, spacers and nuts, to allow placing the PCB vertical

Note
A 12V, > 2.5A supply brick with a 2.1mm barrel jack (center positive) is not included. TI recommends
using an external power supply that complies with applicable regional safety standards, such as UL,
CSA, VDE, CCC, PSE, and more. The length of the power cable needs to be < 3m.

The following power supply has been tested to work with the AWR2944EVM: SDI65-12-U-P5.
1.3.2 mmWave Out-of-Box (OOB) Demo
TI provides sample demo codes to easily get started with the AWR2944 evaluation module (EVM) and to
experience the functionality of the AWR2944 radar sensor. For details on getting started with these demos, see
www.ti.com/tool/mmwave-sdk.

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2 Hardware

Note
During operation, a minimum separation distance of 20 centimeters must be maintained between the
user and the EVM.

Figure 2-1. AWR2944EVM Front View

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Figure 2-2. AWR2944EVM Back View

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Figure 2-3. AWR2944PEVM Front View

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Figure 2-4. AWR2944PEVM Back View

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2.1 Block Diagram

PJ-063AH
DC Jack

12 V

LM63635-Q1

3.3 V
3.3 V

1.0 V

LP877451-Q1
1.8 V
1.8 V 5V 3.3 VIO
12 V
1.2 V

CAN FD1 TCAN1043 CAN

CAN FD1 PHY Interface 1

INA226 INA226 5V 3.3 VIO

Current Current
INA226 Sensor Sensor INA226
Current Current
Sensor Sensor
CAN FD2 TCAN1042 CAN
CAN FD2 PHY Interface 2
3.3V
1.8 V 1.2 V 3.3 V 1.8V 3.3V
TMP112
1.0 V TPS79601
Temp Sensor
1.7V LDO
VPP SUPPLY TLV733 TPS73501
I2C 1V LDO 2.5V LDO
RGMII, MDIO
AWR294x 1V 3.3V
2.5 V
TRACE, CSI2, JTAG QSPI DP83867E RJ45 Ethernet
3.3 VIO Ethernet PHY Jack

12 V

GPADC GD25B64CWAG
MIPI 60-pin SPI FLASH TPS73501
Connector 3.3 VIO 3.3 V 1V 2.5 V LDO
I2C
WRMRST SPI
VSLEEP
NERRIN I2C
NERROUT RS232 DP83TC812R
UART MATEnet
EPWMs Ethernet PHY
GPIOs NERRIN
NRST 3.3 V
LVDS
40 MHz WRMRST
XTAL SOP RS232,
MSS/BSS Logger,
External CLK JTAG
Debug 60-pin TM4C1294NCPDT
option
Connector XDS110

FT4232H
FTDI

USB

USB

Figure 2-5. AWR2944EVM Block Diagram

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PJ-063AH
DC Jack

12V

LM63635-Q1

3.3V 3.3V

1.0V
5V
LP877451-Q1
PMIC 3.3VIO
1.8V 3.3VIO
1.8V

1.2V CAN FD2 TCAN1043

CAN FD2 CAN
PHY Interface 2

INA226 INA226 INA226 INA226

Current Current Current Current
Sensor Sensor Sensor Sensor
CAN FD1 TCAN1043
CAN
CAN FD1
Interface 1
3.3V PHY
1.8V 1.2V 3.3V
1.8V 3.3V
TMP112
Temp Sensor TPS78417
1.7V LDO
1.0V
VPP Supply
TLV733 TPS73501
I2C 1V LDO 2.5V LDO
RGMII, MDIO
AWR2944P 1V 3.3V
2.5V
TRACE, CSI2, JTAG DP83867E
RJ45
Ethernet PHY
Ethernet Jack
(Industrial)
12V

25 MHz
GPADC

CLK
SPI 3.3V 1V
MIPI I2C TPS788133
60-pin Connector SPI GD25B64C
WRMRST 3.3V LDO
I2C WAG
NERROROUT
RS232 FLASH VSLEEP
EPWMs
UART/BSS DP83TG720S
GPIOs Automo ve
Logger Ethernet PHY
LVDS Ethernet Conn
NRST (Automo
ve)
JTAG RS232,
50MHz WRMRST
MSS Logger
Crystal SOP
JTAG
External
Clock
Debug
Opon TM4C1294NC PDT
60-pin Connector XDS110
FT4232H
FTDI

USB

USB

Figure 2-6. AWR2944PEVM Block Diagram

2.2 PCB Handling Recommendations

This EVM contains components that can potentially be damaged by electrostatic discharge. Always transport
and store the EVM in the supplied ESD bag when not in use. Handle using an antistatic wristband. Operate on
an antistatic work surface. For more information on proper handling, refer to SSYA010A.

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2.3 Power Connections

The AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM is powered by the 12V power jack (>2.5A current capability). When power
is provided the AR_NRST, VBAT_INT, and 5V0 LEDs glow, indicating that the board is powered up.

Figure 2-7. 12V Power Connector

Note
After the 12V power supply is provided to the EVM, TI recommends to press the NRST switch (SW1)
one time to provide for a reliable boot-up state.

2.4 Connectors

2.4.1 MIPI 60-Pin Connector (J19)

This connector provides the standard MIPI 60-pin interface, as shown in Figure 5, for JTAG, CSI2 and trace
capability through emulators such as the XDS560pro. Further information on the emulation and trace header can
be found in the Emulation and Trace Headers Technical Reference Manual.This connector also provides access
to the CSI_RX lanes which allow for playback or feeding external data and bypassing the RF front end, which
enables testing and algorithm development on a known dataset.
To use this interface, the JTAG lines from the AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM needs to be muxed to MIPI 60-pin
connector. Refer to Section 2.8.1 for more details.

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Figure 2-8. 60-pin MIPI Connector

Table 2-1 provides the pin assignment details for the MIPI 60-pin connector.
Table 2-1. J19 Pin Assignment
Pin Number Description Pin Number Description
1 MIPI_VREF_DEBUG 2 MIPI_TMS
3 MIPI_TCK 4 MIPI_TDO
5 MIPI_TDI 6 MIPI_NRST
7 MIPI_RTCK 8 MIPI_TRSTPD
9 MIPI_JTAG_NRST 10 NC
11 NC 12 MIPI_VREF_DEBUG
13 TRACE_CLK 14 NC
15 MIPI_DBG_DETECT 16 GND
17 TRACE_CTL 18 NC
19 TRACE_DATA0 20 NC
21 TRACE_DATA1 22 NC
23 TRACE_DATA2 24 NC
25 TRACE_DATA3 26 NC
27 TRACE_DATA4 28 NC

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Table 2-1. J19 Pin Assignment (continued)

Pin Number Description Pin Number Description
29 TRACE_DATA5 30 NC
31 TRACE_DATA6 32 NC
33 TRACE_DATA7 34 NC
35 NC 36 NC
37 NC 38 NC
39 NC 40 NC
41 NC 42 GND
43 NC 44 CSI2_CLK_P
45 NC 46 CSI2_CLK_N
47 NC 48 GND
49 NC 50 CSI2_1_P
51 NC 52 CSI2_1_N
53 NC 54 GND
55 NC 56 CSI2_0_P
57 GND 58 CSI2_0_N
59 NC 60 GND

2.4.2 Debug Connector-60 pin (J7)

This connector enables interfacing of LVDS signals to the DCA1000 EVM for data capturing purposes.
Also, the connector has SPI, I2C, JTAG, GPADC, WRMRST, NRROUT, EPWM, and other control signals from
AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM for debug purpose.
The SPI is multiplexed to the Debug Connector. For more details refer to Section 2.8.1.

Figure 2-9. 60-pin Debug Connector

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Table 2-2 provides the pin assignment details for the Debug 60-pin connector.
Table 2-2. J7 Pin Assignment
Pin Number Description Pin Number Description
1 NC 2 NC
3 NC 4 XREF_CLK0
5 GND 6 MSS_EPWMA0
7 DBG_SPI_CS0 8 GND
9 DBG_SPI_CLK 10 MSS_SPIA_HOSTIRQ
11 DBG_SPI_PICO 12 DBG_SPI_POCI
13 3.3V PULL_UP 14 XREF_CLK1
15 EMU_TCK 16 MCU_CLKOUT
17 EMU_TDI 18 GND
19 GPADC1 20 EMU_TMS
21 GPADC2 22 EMU_TDO
23 GPADC3 24 GND
25 GPADC4 26 LVDS_TX3_FRCLK_P
27 GPADC5 28 LVDS_TX3_FRCLK_N
29 GPADC6 30 GND
31 GPADC7 32 NC
33 GPADC8 34 NC
35 GPADC9 36 GND
37 MSS_SPIB_CS1 38 NC
39 SOP1_MSS_SPIB_CS2 40 NC
41 MSS_GPIO_0 42 GND
43 MSS_GPIO_1 44 LVDS_TX2_CLK_P
45 AR_WRMRST 46 LVDS_TX2_CLK_N
47 NC 48 GND
49 AR_NERROUT 50 LVDS_TX1_P
51 MSS_I2CA_SCL 52 LVDS_TX1_N
53 MSS_I2CA_SDA 54
55 MSS_EPWMB0 56 LVDS_TX0_P
57 MSS_EPWMA1 58 LVDS_TX0_N
59 MSS_GPIO_3 60 GND

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2.4.3 CAN-A Interface Connector (J3)

The J3 connector provides the CANA_L and CANA_H signals from the onboard can CAN-FD transceiver
(TCAN1042HGVDRQ1). These can be directly wired to the CAN bus.

Figure 2-10. CAN_A Connector

Table 2-3 provides the pin assignment details for the CAN_A connector.
Table 2-3. J3 Pin Assignment
Pin Number Description
1 CAN_L
2 GND
3 CAN_H

2.4.4 CAN-B Interface Connector (J2)

The J2 connector provides the CANB_L and CANB_H signals from the onboard can CAN-FD transceiver
(TCAN1043ADYYRQ1). These can be directly wired to the CAN bus.

Figure 2-11. CAN_B Connector

Table 2-4 provides the pin assignment details for the CAN_B connector.
Table 2-4. J2 Pin Assignment
Pin Number Description
1 CAN_L
2 GND
3 CAN_H

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2.4.5 Ethernet Ports (J4 and J9)

The AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM support two RGMII Ethernet ports to provide the connection to the network.
The J4 connector provides access over a MATEnet port (9-2304372-9 connector) via a DP83TC812R-Q1 PHY.
The J9 port provides access over an RJ45 port via a DP83867ERGZR PHY. By default, the RGMII interfaces
are connected to the J9 port only. To access the RGMII interface over the J4 connector, several resistors must
be populated. For more details please see Section 2.4.5.1 and refer to the Schematic, BOM, and Assembly and
Database and Layout sections.
This RGMII interface is intended to operate primarily as a 100Mbps ECU interface and can also be used as an
Instrumentation Interface.
The RGMII interface supports following features:
• Full Duplex 10Mbps/100Mbps wire rate Interface to Ethernet PHY over RGMII, parallel interface
• MDIO Clause 22 and 45 PHY management interface
• IEEE 1588 Synchronous Ethernet support
The Ethernet port is interfaced to the AWR2944 through the Ethernet PHY and is used to stream the captured
data over the network to the host PC.
The AWR2944PEVM is similar to the AWR2944EVM, except that the DP83TC812R-Q1 is replaced by a
DP83TG720S 1Gbps Ethernet PHY device that can be interfaced with via the J4 connector. This allows
for higher data rate Ethernet PHY testing. The AWR2944PEVM also allows resistors R385 and R212 to be
populated while depopulating crystal Y5, in order to test sourcing a 25MHz clock directly from the AWR2944P
device to the DP83TG720S.
Figure 2-12 shows the Ethernet RJ45 Mag-Jack connector, and Table 2-5 provides the connector pin details.
Table 2-5. J9 Pin Assignment
Pin Number Description Pin Number Description
1 GND 2 Test point
3 ETH_D4P 4 ETH_D4N
5 ETH_D3P 6 ETH_D3N
7 ETH_D2P 8 ETH_D2N
9 ETH_D1P 10 ETH_D1N
11 LED_ACTn 12 GND
13 GND 14 LED_LINKn
15 ETH_GND 16 ETH_GND

Figure 2-12. RJ45 Connector

Figure 2-13 shows the Ethernet MATEnet connector, and Table 2-6 provides the connector pin details.

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Table 2-6. J4 Pin Assignment

Pin Number Description Pin Number Description
1 TRD_P 2 TRD_M
S1 GND S2 GND
S3 GND S4 GND
S5 GND S6 GND

Figure 2-13. MATEnet Connector

2.4.5.1 ECOs to Enable the DP83TC812R (AWR2944EVM) or DP83TG720S (AWR2944PEVM) PHY

By default, the board is designed to be used with the DP83867E PHY with the RJ45 connector. To enable the
DP83TC812R PHY with the MATEnet connector, the following hardware changes must be made. For help with
locating these components on the PCB, refer to the provided Schematic, BOM, and assembly files.
1. Remove R98 and populate on R74
2. Remove R101 and populate on R230
3. Remove R103 and populate on R96
4. Remove R105 and populate on R100
5. Remove R121 and populate on R178
6. Remove R122 and populate on R225
7. Remove R195 and populate on R245
8. Remove R290 and populate on R234
9. Remove R325 and populate on R237
10. Remove R336 and populate on R238
11. Remove R338 and populate on R239
12. Remove R339 and populate on R240
13. Remove R413 and populate on R247
14. Remove R369 and populate on R249
15. Populate D18 and D19 ESD diodes
16. Populate C55
17. The bootstrap configuration pins can be populated/removed as needed depending on the use case

Note
The automotive Ethernet PHY (U4) and port (J4) on the AWR2944EVM have not been tested by
Texas Instruments to be compliant with any regional standards such as Radio Equipment Directive
2014/53/EU. If the user wishes to populate the components necessary to utilize this port, then users
can do any necessary testing to verify that the port is compliant with all applicable regional standards
before use. Any modifications done to enable the J4 port invalidates the existing RED 2014/53/EU
certification of the AWR2944EVM.

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2.4.5.1.1 ECO needed to source 25MHz clock from AWR2944P to DP83TG720S

1. Populate R385
2. Populate R212
3. Remove crystal Y5

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2.4.6 USB Connectors (J8, J10)

Note
The EVM must be powered on before the USB cables are connected. Plugging in the USB cables
before powering on the board can cause the board to get stuck in a permanent reset state. In the
event that this occurs, just unplug the USB cables, power cycle the EVM, and plug in the USB cables
to resolve the issue.

The AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM has two standard micro USB connectors.

Micro USB Connector J10 provides access to the AWR2944 UART, SPI, I2C, RS232, and SOP interfaces
through the FTDI chip.
Table 2-7. J10 Pin Assignment
Pin Number Description Pin Number Description
1 FTDI_VBUS 2 FTDI_USBD_N
3 FTDI_USBD_P 4 FTDI_USBID
5 GND 6 GND
7 GND 8 GND
9 GND 10 GND
11 GND

Figure 2-14. FTDI USB Port

Micro USB connector J8 provides access to the JTAG, MSS_UARTA, and MSS_UARTB interfaces of the
AWR2944 via the XDS110 emulator.
This is the UART interface used to flash the binary to the onboard serial flash and for Out-of-box (OOB) demo.

Note
The OOB demo requires only J8 to be connected to the PC. J10 is not used for the OOB demo.

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Table 2-8. J8 Pin Assignment

Pin Number Description Pin Number Description
1 XDSET_VBUS 2 XDSET_D_N
3 XDSET_D_P 4 XDSET_ID
5 GND 6 GND
7 NC 8 NC
9 GND 10 GND
11 GND

Figure 2-15. XDS USB Port

2.4.7 OSC_CLKOUT Connector (J14)

Connector J14 provides access to measure oscillator clock out signal from the AWR2944 device.

Figure 2-16. OSC Clock Port

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2.4.8 PMIC SPI Connector (J16) (DNP)

Connector J16 provides access to the SPI and enable pins on the PMIC (U8). This part is not populated by
default. To populate this connector with the appropriate part, please refer to the Schematic, BOM, and assembly
files.
Table 2-9. J8 Pin Assignment
Pin Number Description Pin Number Description
1 PMIC SPI_CS 2 PMIC SPI_PICO
3 PMIC SPI_CLK 4 NC
5 PMIC SPI_POCI 6 PMIC ENABLE

2.4.9 Voltage Rails Ripple Measurement Connectors (J1, J5) (DNP)

J1 provides access to measure ripple on 1V0_FILTERED (1.0 analog RF supply for AWR2944) voltage rail.
J5 provides access to measure ripple on 1V8_FILTERED (1.8V analog supply for AWR2944) voltage rail.
These connectors are not populated on the board by default. To populate these connectors with the appropriate
part, please refer to the schematic, BOM, and assembly files.
2.5 Antenna
The AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM includes etched antennas onboard for the four receivers and four
transmitters, which enables tracking multiple objects with the distance and angle information. This antenna
design enables estimation of both azimuth and elevation angles, which enables object detection in a 3D plane
(see Figure 2-17).

Figure 2-17. AWR2944EVM Antenna Design

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The antenna placement shown in Figure 2-17 results in the virtual antenna array shown in Figure 2-18.
/2

0.8
/2

Figure 2-18. Virtual Antenna Array

The antenna peak gain is 13dBi across the frequency band of 76 to 81GHz. The radiation pattern of the antenna
in the horizontal plan (H-plane) and elevation plan (E-plane) is as shown in Figure 2-19 and Figure 2-20,
respectively.
The beamwidth of the antenna design can be determined from the radiation patterns provided below. For
example, based on 3dB drop in the gain as compared to bore sight, the horizontal 3dB-beamwidth is
approximately ±30 degrees (see Figure 2-19), and elevation 3dB-beamwidth is approximately ±3 degrees (see
Figure 2-20). Similarly, the horizontal 6dB beamwidth is approximately ±45 degrees (see Figure 2-19) and the
elevation 6dB-beamwidth is approximately ±5 degrees (see Figure 2-20).

Figure 2-19. Azimuth Radiation Pattern

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Figure 2-20. Elevation Radiation Pattern

2.6 PMIC
Power to the AWR2944 is provided by the LP877451-Q1 PMIC. This is a functional safety compliant PMIC that
supports ASIL-C/SIL-2 applications. For more details, visit the LP87745-Q1 product page (https://www.ti.com/
product/LP87745-Q1).
2.7 On-Board Sensors
The AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM provides access to an on-board temperature sensor (TMP112AQDRLRQ1)
and four on-board current sensors (INA228AIDGST). These sensors can be controlled by the radar via I2C.
The current sensors are designed to measure the current being supplied to the various power rails of the
xWRL6432AOP device. For details on the supply rails that can be measured using the current sensors, refer to
Table 2-10.

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Table 2-10. Current Sensor Supply Details

Reference Designator Supply Node PCB Net Name
U6 1.8V Supply REG_1V8
U7 3.3V Supply VCC_3V3
U8 1.2V Supply REG_1V2
U25 1.2V RF Supply REG_RF_1V2

2.8 PC Connection
The PC connectivity is provided via two micro USB connectors, J8 and J10.
2.8.1 XDS110 Interface
J8 provides access to the onboard XDS110 (TM4C1294NCPDT) emulator. This connection provides the
following interfaces to the PC:
• JTAG for CCS connectivity
• MSS logger UART (can be used to get MSS code logs on the PC)
When the J8 USB is connected to the PC, the device manager recognizes two XDS110 COM ports under Ports
(COM and LPT).

Figure 2-21. XDS110 COM Ports

XDS110 debug probe and data port are detected under Texas Instruments Debug Probes.

Figure 2-22. TI Debug Probes

If the PC is unable to recognize the above COM ports, then install the latest EMUpack.

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2.8.2 FTDI Interface

J10 provides access to the onboard FTDI ports. This provides the following interfaces to the PC:
• FTDI Port A -> SPI.
• FTDI Port B-> Host INTR signal.
• FTDI Port C -> NRESET control signal.
• FTDI Port D -> SOP0, SOP1 control signals.
When the USB is connected for the first time to the PC, a possibility is that Windows® does not recognize the
device. This is indicated in the device manager with yellow exclamation marks, as shown in Figure 2-23.

Figure 2-23. Uninstalled FTDI Drivers

To install the devices, download the latest FTDI drivers available in the mmwave SDK package. Right click
on these devices, and update the drivers by pointing to the location where the FTDI drivers were installed
(C:\ti\mmwave_sdk_<version_number>\tools\ftdi). This must be done for all four COM ports. When all four COM
ports are installed, the device manager recognizes these devices and indicates the COM port numbers, as
shown in Figure 2-24.

Figure 2-24. Installed FTDI Drivers

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2.9 Connecting the AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM to the DCA1000 EVM

The AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM can be connected to the DCA1000 EVM platform to allow for LVDS data
streaming. Figure 2-25 shows the AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM interfaced to the DCA1000 EVM.

Figure 2-25. AWR2944EVM and DCA1000 EVM

When using the AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM with the DCA1000 EVM, the following settings must be used.
1. Set the AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM to SOP2 mode.

Figure 2-26. SOP2 Mode

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2. Set the DCA1000 EVM switches to the following configuration.

Figure 2-27. DCA1000 Switch Settings

3. The 12V supply must be connected to J12 on the AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM.
4. A 5V supply must be connected to J2 on the DCA1000 EVM.
5. A micro USB cable must be connected to the FTDI port on the AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM (J10).
6. The Samtec ribbon cable must be connected to J7 on the AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM and J3 on the
DCA1000 EVM.
7. An RJ45 cable must be connected to J6 on the DCA1000 EVM.
2.10 Jumpers, Switches, and LEDs

2.10.1 Switches
The AWR2944EVM contains two switches to mux various interfaces to different connectors on the EVM.
Table 2-11. MUX Switches
Reference Usage Comments Image
S1 JTAG When set to ‘MIPI’ position, the JTAG interface
is routed to the MIPI 60-pin connector (J19).
When set to ‘XDS’ position, the JTAG interface
is routed to the XDS110 USB interface (J8)

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Table 2-11. MUX Switches (continued)

Reference Usage Comments Image
S2 SPI When set to ‘PMIC_SPI’ position, the
MSS_SPIB interface is routed to the PMIC
and to the J16 header. 1
When set to ‘DBG_SPI’, the MSS_SPIB
interface is routed to the 60-pin debug header
(J7)

1. DNP resistors R5, R61, R167, and R176 must be populated to bring the MSS_SPIB interface out to the J16
header.
2.10.2 Sense On Power (SOP) Jumpers (J17, J18, J20)
The AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM can be set to operate in different modes based on the state of the SOP
[2:0] lines. These lines are sensed ONLY during boot up of the AWR2944 device. The state of the device is
described in Table 2-12.
A closed jumper refers to a ‘1’ and open the jumper refers to a ‘0’ state of the SOP signal going to the AWR2944
device.

Note
The SOP[2:0] pins can also be controlled via the onboard FTDI. In this case, the FTDI settings
override the jumper settings.

Table 2-12. SOP[0:2] Modes

Reference Usage Comments
J17 (SOP 2), J18 (SOP 1), J20 (SOP 0) SOP[2:0] 101 (SOP mode 5) = Flashing mode
001 (SOP mode 4) = Functional mode
000 (SOP mode 3) = Reserved
011 (SOP mode 2) = Development mode
010 (SOP mode 1) = Reserved

Figure 2-28. SOP Jumpers

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Additionally, the SOP[4:3] signals defines the XTAL clock input as per the below configurations provided in Table
2-13.
Table 2-13. SOP[4:3] Modes
Reference Usage Comments
R303, R312 Populated. SOP[4:3] 00 = 40MHz (Default state)
R301,R309 unpopulated

R301, R312 Populated. 01 = 45.1584MHz

R303,R319 unpopulated

R303, R309 Populated. 10 = 49.152MHz

R301,R312 unpopulated

R301, R309 Populated. 11 = 50MHz

R303,R312 unpopulated

2.10.3 I2C Connections

The board features temperature sensor for measuring onboard temperature, current sensors for current
measurement for 1.2V, 1.8V, 3.3V, 1V0_RF1, and 1V0_RF2 AWR2944 supply rails and EEPROM for storing
board ID. These are connected to the AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM through I2C bus.
Table 2-14 shows the list of I2C devices available in AWR2944EVM/AWR2944PEVM board and the address.
Table 2-14. I2C Device Addresses
Sensor Type Reference Designator Part Number Target Address
Temp sensor U24 TMP112AIDRLR 0x49
Current sensor for 3.3V rail U12 INA226AIDGSR 0x44
Current sensor for 1.8V rail U11 INA226AIDGSR 0x41
Current sensor for 1.2V digital rail U9 INA226AIDGSR 0x40
Current sensor for 1.0V RF1 rail U22 INA226AIDGSR 0x42
Current sensor for 1.0V RF2 rail U30 INA226AIDGSR 0x43
EEPROM U28 CAV24C02WE-GT3 0x50

2.10.4 Push Buttons

Table 2-15. Push Button Switches

Reference Usage Comments Image
SW1 RESET This Switch is used to RESET the
AWR2944, PMIC, XDS110 and FTDI
device.

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Table 2-15. Push Button Switches (continued)

Reference Usage Comments Image
SW2 GPIO_28 When pushed, the GPIO_28 shall be
pulled to High.

SW3 CANB_WAKE Used to Wake up the CANB

Transceiver

2.10.5 LEDs
Table 2-16. On Board LEDs
Ref Color Usage Comments Image
D12 Green 12V supply indication This LED indicates the
presence of 12V supply input.

D16 Green 5V Supply This LED indicates the

presence of 5V supply output.

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Table 2-16. On Board LEDs (continued)

Ref Color Usage Comments Image
D13 Yellow NRST This LED is used to indicate the
state of NRST pin. If this LED is
glowing, then the device is out
of reset.

DS2 Red NERROUT Glows if there is any HW error

in the AWR2944 device.

D9 Yellow WRMRST Open drain fail safe warm reset

signal.

D6 Green GPIO_2 Glows when the GPIO_2 is

logic-1.

D1 Yellow FTDI_SUSPEND_N Glows when FTDI is in suspend

state.

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3.1 Software, Development Tools, and Example Code
To enable quick development of end applications on the on-chip C66x DSP, ARM® Cortex®-R5F controller,
and hardware accelerator (HWA 2.1), TI provides a software development kit (SDK) that includes demo codes,
software drivers, emulation packages for debug, and more. These can be found at mmwave-sdk.

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4 Hardware Design Files

4.1 Design Files
To view the schematics, assembly drawings, and BOM, see AWR2944EVM Schematic, Assembly Files, and
BOM.
To view the design database and layout details, see AWR2944EVM Database and Layout Files.
To view the schematics, assembly drawings, and BOM, see AWR2944PEVM Schematic, Assembly Files, and
BOM.

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5 Compliance Information
5.1 Requirements for Operating in the EU and UK regions
The following requirements must be met when operating the AWR2944EVM in the EU and UK.
• The tested operating bandwidths for Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU and UKCA compliance are
900MHz (77.45GHz center frequency) and 3900MHz (78.95GHz center frequency). The maximum peak
EIRP is approximately 37dBm for the 900MHz bandwidth and 34dBm for the 3900MHz bandwidth.
1. If users choose to operate the EVM outside of the specified operating bandwidth and operating power as
described above, then the EVM must be operated inside a shielded chamber.
• When operating in the 77GHz to 81GHz region, users must not enable more than one simultaneous TX for
0dB backoff or enable a minimum of 10dB TX backoff for multiple simultaneous TX to meet the -3 dBm limit
for mean power spectral density.
• The automotive Ethernet PHY (U4) and port (J4) on the AWR2944EVM have not been tested by Texas
Instruments to be compliant with any regional standards such as Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. If
users wish to populate the components necessary to utilize this port, then users can do any necessary testing
to verify that the port is compliant with all applicable regional standards before use. Any modifications done to
enable the J4 port invalidate the existing RED 2014/53/EU certification of the AWR2944EVM.
• The RJ45 port (J9) has been tested to be compliant with the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU and
UKCA requirements using an unshielded, symmetrical indoor CAT5 or higher Ethernet cable with a maximum
length of 3 meters. If users wish to operate the AWR2944EVM with an Ethernet cable that does not meet
these specifications, then users can do any necessary testing to verify that the AWR2944EVM and Ethernet
cable is compliant with all applicable regional standards before use.
• The AWR2944EVM has been tested to be compliant with the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU and
UKCA requirements using a DC power cable with a maximum length of 3 meters. If users wish to operate the
AWR2944EVM with a longer DC power cable length, then users can do any necessary testing to verify that
the AWR2944EVM and DC power cable is compliant with all applicable regional standards before use.
• The AWR2944EVM has been tested to be compliant with the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU and
UKCA requirements using a USB cable with a maximum length of 3 meters. If users wish to operate the
AWR2944EVM with a longer USB cable length, then users can do any necessary testing to verify that the
AWR2944EVM and USB cable is compliant with all applicable regional standards before use.
• The AWR2944EVM has not been assessed for the interactive control of a vehicle and any such use requires
an additional assessment of applicable functional safety of the vehicle’s control systems.

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Trademarks
ARM® and Cortex® are registered trademarks of Arm Limited.
Ethernet® is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft.
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

7 Revision History
NOTE: Page numbers for previous revisions may differ from page numbers in the current version.
Changes from Revision B (August 2023) to Revision C (September 2024) Page
• Added support for AWR2944P EVM...................................................................................................................1
• Added AWR2944PEVM front view and back view..............................................................................................3
• Updated Ethernet PHY to DP83TC812R ...........................................................................................................7
• Added AWR2944PEVM block diagram.............................................................................................................. 7
• Added AWR2944PEVM paragraph.................................................................................................................. 14
• Added subsection............................................................................................................................................. 16
• Updated HWA to 2.1.........................................................................................................................................30
• Added AWR2944PEVM design files.................................................................................................................31

Changes from Revision A (March 2023) to Revision B (August 2023) Page

• Changed from 5 centimeters to 20 centimeters..................................................................................................3
• Changed minimum separation distance in note to 20 centimeters.....................................................................3
• Added automotive Ethernet PHY (U4) note......................................................................................................15

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documentation which may be provided together or separately (collectively, an “EVM” or “EVMs”) to the User (“User”) in accordance
with the terms set forth herein. User's acceptance of the EVM is expressly subject to the following terms.
1.1 EVMs are intended solely for product or software developers for use in a research and development setting to facilitate feasibility
evaluation, experimentation, or scientific analysis of TI semiconductors products. EVMs have no direct function and are not
finished products. EVMs shall not be directly or indirectly assembled as a part or subassembly in any finished product. For
clarification, any software or software tools provided with the EVM (“Software”) shall not be subject to the terms and conditions
set forth herein but rather shall be subject to the applicable terms that accompany such Software
1.2 EVMs are not intended for consumer or household use. EVMs may not be sold, sublicensed, leased, rented, loaned, assigned,
or otherwise distributed for commercial purposes by Users, in whole or in part, or used in any finished product or production
system.

2 Limited Warranty and Related Remedies/Disclaimers:

2.1 These terms do not apply to Software. The warranty, if any, for Software is covered in the applicable Software License
Agreement.
2.2 TI warrants that the TI EVM will conform to TI's published specifications for ninety (90) days after the date TI delivers such EVM
to User. Notwithstanding the foregoing, TI shall not be liable for a nonconforming EVM if (a) the nonconformity was caused by
neglect, misuse or mistreatment by an entity other than TI, including improper installation or testing, or for any EVMs that have
been altered or modified in any way by an entity other than TI, (b) the nonconformity resulted from User's design, specifications
or instructions for such EVMs or improper system design, or (c) User has not paid on time. Testing and other quality control
techniques are used to the extent TI deems necessary. TI does not test all parameters of each EVM.
User's claims against TI under this Section 2 are void if User fails to notify TI of any apparent defects in the EVMs within ten (10)
business days after delivery, or of any hidden defects with ten (10) business days after the defect has been detected.
2.3 TI's sole liability shall be at its option to repair or replace EVMs that fail to conform to the warranty set forth above, or credit
User's account for such EVM. TI's liability under this warranty shall be limited to EVMs that are returned during the warranty
period to the address designated by TI and that are determined by TI not to conform to such warranty. If TI elects to repair or
replace such EVM, TI shall have a reasonable time to repair such EVM or provide replacements. Repaired EVMs shall be
warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. Replaced EVMs shall be warranted for a new full ninety (90) day
warranty period.

WARNING
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professional electronics experts who are familiar with the dangers
and application risks associated with handling electrical mechanical
components, systems, and subsystems.
User shall operate the Evaluation Kit within TI’s recommended
guidelines and any applicable legal or environmental requirements
as well as reasonable and customary safeguards. Failure to set up
and/or operate the Evaluation Kit within TI’s recommended
guidelines may result in personal injury or death or property
damage. Proper set up entails following TI’s instructions for
electrical ratings of interface circuits such as input, output and
electrical loads.

NOTE:
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3 Regulatory Notices:
3.1 United States
3.1.1 Notice applicable to EVMs not FCC-Approved:
FCC NOTICE: This kit is designed to allow product developers to evaluate electronic components, circuitry, or software
associated with the kit to determine whether to incorporate such items in a finished product and software developers to write
software applications for use with the end product. This kit is not a finished product and when assembled may not be resold or
otherwise marketed unless all required FCC equipment authorizations are first obtained. Operation is subject to the condition
that this product not cause harmful interference to licensed radio stations and that this product accept harmful interference.
Unless the assembled kit is designed to operate under part 15, part 18 or part 95 of this chapter, the operator of the kit must
operate under the authority of an FCC license holder or must secure an experimental authorization under part 5 of this chapter.
3.1.2 For EVMs annotated as FCC – FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Part 15 Compliant:

CAUTION
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.

FCC Interference Statement for Class A EVM devices

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.

FCC Interference Statement for Class B EVM devices

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

3.2 Canada
3.2.1 For EVMs issued with an Industry Canada Certificate of Conformance to RSS-210 or RSS-247
Concerning EVMs Including Radio Transmitters:
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.

Concernant les EVMs avec appareils radio:

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit
accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Concerning EVMs Including Detachable Antennas:

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser)
gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type
and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for
successful communication. This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types
listed in the user guide with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated.
Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited
for use with this device.

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Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et
d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage
radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope
rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante. Le
présent émetteur radio a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés dans le
manuel d’usage et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne
non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de
l'émetteur
3.3 Japan
3.3.1 Notice for EVMs delivered in Japan: Please see http://www.tij.co.jp/lsds/ti_ja/general/eStore/notice_01.page 日本国内に
輸入される評価用キット、ボードについては、次のところをご覧ください。
https://www.ti.com/ja-jp/legal/notice-for-evaluation-kits-delivered-in-japan.html
3.3.2 Notice for Users of EVMs Considered “Radio Frequency Products” in Japan: EVMs entering Japan may not be certified
by TI as conforming to Technical Regulations of Radio Law of Japan.
If User uses EVMs in Japan, not certified to Technical Regulations of Radio Law of Japan, User is required to follow the
instructions set forth by Radio Law of Japan, which includes, but is not limited to, the instructions below with respect to EVMs
(which for the avoidance of doubt are stated strictly for convenience and should be verified by User):
1. Use EVMs in a shielded room or any other test facility as defined in the notification #173 issued by Ministry of Internal
Affairs and Communications on March 28, 2006, based on Sub-section 1.1 of Article 6 of the Ministry’s Rule for
Enforcement of Radio Law of Japan,
2. Use EVMs only after User obtains the license of Test Radio Station as provided in Radio Law of Japan with respect to
EVMs, or
3. Use of EVMs only after User obtains the Technical Regulations Conformity Certification as provided in Radio Law of Japan
with respect to EVMs. Also, do not transfer EVMs, unless User gives the same notice above to the transferee. Please note
that if User does not follow the instructions above, User will be subject to penalties of Radio Law of Japan.

【無線電波を送信する製品の開発キットをお使いになる際の注意事項】 開発キットの中には技術基準適合証明を受けて
いないものがあります。 技術適合証明を受けていないもののご使用に際しては、電波法遵守のため、以下のいずれかの
措置を取っていただく必要がありますのでご注意ください。
1. 電波法施行規則第6条第1項第1号に基づく平成18年3月28日総務省告示第173号で定められた電波暗室等の試験設備でご使用
いただく。
2. 実験局の免許を取得後ご使用いただく。
3. 技術基準適合証明を取得後ご使用いただく。

なお、本製品は、上記の「ご使用にあたっての注意」を譲渡先、移転先に通知しない限り、譲渡、移転できないものとします。
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3.3.3 Notice for EVMs for Power Line Communication: Please see http://www.tij.co.jp/lsds/ti_ja/general/eStore/notice_02.page
電力線搬送波通信についての開発キットをお使いになる際の注意事項については、次のところをご覧くださ
い。https://www.ti.com/ja-jp/legal/notice-for-evaluation-kits-for-power-line-communication.html

3.4 European Union

3.4.1 For EVMs subject to EU Directive 2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive):
This is a class A product intended for use in environments other than domestic environments that are connected to a
low-voltage power-supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes. In a domestic environment this
product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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4.1 EVMS ARE NOT FOR USE IN FUNCTIONAL SAFETY AND/OR SAFETY CRITICAL EVALUATIONS, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO EVALUATIONS OF LIFE SUPPORT APPLICATIONS.
4.2 User must read and apply the user guide and other available documentation provided by TI regarding the EVM prior to handling
or using the EVM, including without limitation any warning or restriction notices. The notices contain important safety information
related to, for example, temperatures and voltages.
4.3 Safety-Related Warnings and Restrictions:
4.3.1 User shall operate the EVM within TI’s recommended specifications and environmental considerations stated in the user
guide, other available documentation provided by TI, and any other applicable requirements and employ reasonable and
customary safeguards. Exceeding the specified performance ratings and specifications (including but not limited to input
and output voltage, current, power, and environmental ranges) for the EVM may cause personal injury or death, or
property damage. If there are questions concerning performance ratings and specifications, User should contact a TI
field representative prior to connecting interface electronics including input power and intended loads. Any loads applied
outside of the specified output range may also result in unintended and/or inaccurate operation and/or possible
permanent damage to the EVM and/or interface electronics. Please consult the EVM user guide prior to connecting any
load to the EVM output. If there is uncertainty as to the load specification, please contact a TI field representative.
During normal operation, even with the inputs and outputs kept within the specified allowable ranges, some circuit
components may have elevated case temperatures. These components include but are not limited to linear regulators,
switching transistors, pass transistors, current sense resistors, and heat sinks, which can be identified using the
information in the associated documentation. When working with the EVM, please be aware that the EVM may become
very warm.
4.3.2 EVMs are intended solely for use by technically qualified, professional electronics experts who are familiar with the
dangers and application risks associated with handling electrical mechanical components, systems, and subsystems.
User assumes all responsibility and liability for proper and safe handling and use of the EVM by User or its employees,
affiliates, contractors or designees. User assumes all responsibility and liability to ensure that any interfaces (electronic
and/or mechanical) between the EVM and any human body are designed with suitable isolation and means to safely
limit accessible leakage currents to minimize the risk of electrical shock hazard. User assumes all responsibility and
liability for any improper or unsafe handling or use of the EVM by User or its employees, affiliates, contractors or
designees.
4.4 User assumes all responsibility and liability to determine whether the EVM is subject to any applicable international, federal,
state, or local laws and regulations related to User’s handling and use of the EVM and, if applicable, User assumes all
responsibility and liability for compliance in all respects with such laws and regulations. User assumes all responsibility and
liability for proper disposal and recycling of the EVM consistent with all applicable international, federal, state, and local
requirements.

5. Accuracy of Information: To the extent TI provides information on the availability and function of EVMs, TI attempts to be as accurate
as possible. However, TI does not warrant the accuracy of EVM descriptions, EVM availability or other information on its websites as
accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free.

6. Disclaimers:
6.1 EXCEPT AS SET FORTH ABOVE, EVMS AND ANY MATERIALS PROVIDED WITH THE EVM (INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, REFERENCE DESIGNS AND THE DESIGN OF THE EVM ITSELF) ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "WITH ALL
FAULTS." TI DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING SUCH ITEMS, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY EPIDEMIC FAILURE WARRANTY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT OF ANY THIRD PARTY PATENTS, COPYRIGHTS, TRADE
SECRETS OR OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS.
6.2 EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED RIGHT TO USE THE EVM SET FORTH HEREIN, NOTHING IN THESE TERMS SHALL BE
CONSTRUED AS GRANTING OR CONFERRING ANY RIGHTS BY LICENSE, PATENT, OR ANY OTHER INDUSTRIAL OR
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT OF TI, ITS SUPPLIERS/LICENSORS OR ANY OTHER THIRD PARTY, TO USE THE
EVM IN ANY FINISHED END-USER OR READY-TO-USE FINAL PRODUCT, OR FOR ANY INVENTION, DISCOVERY OR
IMPROVEMENT, REGARDLESS OF WHEN MADE, CONCEIVED OR ACQUIRED.

7. USER'S INDEMNITY OBLIGATIONS AND REPRESENTATIONS. USER WILL DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD TI, ITS
LICENSORS AND THEIR REPRESENTATIVES HARMLESS FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, DAMAGES, LOSSES,
EXPENSES, COSTS AND LIABILITIES (COLLECTIVELY, "CLAIMS") ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY
HANDLING OR USE OF THE EVM THAT IS NOT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE TERMS. THIS OBLIGATION SHALL APPLY
WHETHER CLAIMS ARISE UNDER STATUTE, REGULATION, OR THE LAW OF TORT, CONTRACT OR ANY OTHER LEGAL
THEORY, AND EVEN IF THE EVM FAILS TO PERFORM AS DESCRIBED OR EXPECTED.

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8. Limitations on Damages and Liability:

8.1 General Limitations. IN NO EVENT SHALL TI BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, COLLATERAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE,
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH OR ARISING OUT OF THESE
TERMS OR THE USE OF THE EVMS , REGARDLESS OF WHETHER TI HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES. EXCLUDED DAMAGES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, COST OF REMOVAL OR
REINSTALLATION, ANCILLARY COSTS TO THE PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES, RETESTING,
OUTSIDE COMPUTER TIME, LABOR COSTS, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF SAVINGS, LOSS OF
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MORE THAN TWELVE (12) MONTHS AFTER THE EVENT THAT GAVE RISE TO THE CAUSE OF ACTION HAS
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8.2 Specific Limitations. IN NO EVENT SHALL TI'S AGGREGATE LIABILITY FROM ANY USE OF AN EVM PROVIDED
HEREUNDER, INCLUDING FROM ANY WARRANTY, INDEMITY OR OTHER OBLIGATION ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THESE TERMS, , EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID TO TI BY USER FOR THE PARTICULAR
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CLAIMED. THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM SHALL NOT ENLARGE OR EXTEND THIS LIMIT.

9. Return Policy. Except as otherwise provided, TI does not offer any refunds, returns, or exchanges. Furthermore, no return of EVM(s)
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a resalable condition. If User feels it has been incorrectly charged for the EVM(s) it ordered or that delivery violates the applicable
order, User should contact TI. All refunds will be made in full within thirty (30) working days from the return of the components(s),
excluding any postage or packaging costs.

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