Texas Instruments provides a recommended PCB layout in the application note SLUA533, which includes guidelines for component placement, routing, and thermal management to ensure optimal performance and minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI).
The PCI1520IPDV can be configured for different PCIe generations using the CFG_RATE_SEL pins. For example, to configure for PCIe Gen 2, the CFG_RATE_SEL pins should be set to 01. Refer to the datasheet and application notes for specific configuration details.
The maximum power consumption of the PCI1520IPDV is approximately 1.5W. To estimate power dissipation, you can use the power consumption calculator tool provided by Texas Instruments, which takes into account factors such as operating frequency, voltage, and traffic patterns.
The PCI1520IPDV supports SSC, which can help reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI). To implement SSC, you need to configure the device to generate a spread spectrum clock signal, which can be done using the SSC_EN pin and the SSC_FREQ_SEL pins. Refer to the datasheet and application notes for specific configuration details.
The recommended operating conditions for the PCI1520IPDV include a supply voltage of 1.8V to 3.3V, an operating temperature range of -40°C to 85°C, and a humidity range of 5% to 95%. To ensure reliable operation, it is essential to follow proper PCB design and layout guidelines, use adequate power supply decoupling, and implement thermal management measures such as heat sinks or thermal pads.
PCI1520IPDV datasheet
by Texas Instruments
