S i 2 4 0 0 U R T- E V B
E V A L U A T I O N B O A R D F O R T H E S i2 4 0 0 W I T H A
UART I N T E R F A C E
Description
The Si2400URT-EVB evaluation board provides the
system designer an easy way to evaluate the Si2400
ISOmodem™. The Si2400URT-EVB consists of a
motherboard with a power supply, an RS-232 interface,
other ease-of-use features, and a complete removable
modem module on a daughter card. (A functional block
diagram of the Si2400URT-EVB is shown below.) The
Si2400 ISOmodem is a complete controller-based
modem chipset with an integrated and programmable
direct access arrangement (DAA) that meets global
telephone line requirements. Available as two 16-pin
small outline (SOIC) packages, the Si2400 ISOmodem
eliminates the need for a separate DSP data pump,
modem controller, memories, analog front end (AFE),
isolation transformer, relays, opto-isolators, and a 2- to
4-wire hybrid. The Si2400 is ideal for embedded modem
applications due to its small board area, controllerbased architecture, low power consumption, and global
compliance. The Si2400URT-EVB provides an RJ-11
jack and a DB9 connector for interfacing the
Si2400URT-EVB to the phone line and a PC or data
terminal serial port. This allows the Si2400 ISOmodem
to operate as a serial modem for straightforward
evaluation. To evaluate the Si2400 ISOmodem in an
embedded system, the daughter card can be used
independently or with the motherboard. A direct access
header (JP3) is available on the motherboard to bypass
the RS-232 transceivers and connect the Si2400
ISOmodem directly to a target system. The EVB also
provides test points for access to the analog input and
analog output. These interfaces can be used to
evaluate the Si2400 PCM and voice modes. Given that
any of the GPIO pins may be used as an audio input,
the EVB provides access to all GPIO pins.
Power is supplied through a screw terminal (J3) or a
standard 2 mm power jack (J4). An on-board rectifier,
filter, and voltage regulator allow the power input to be
7.5 V–13 V ac or dc (either polarity). The Si2400URTEVB can drive an external speaker for call monitoring or
a piezoelectric speaker can be mounted directly on the
board in the space provided.
Features
The Si2400URT-EVB includes the following:
Dual RJ-11 connection to phone line
Serial interface to PC
Audio connector for call monitoring
Direct access to Si2400 for embedded application
evaluation
Easy power connection to common 7.5 V–13.5 V
power supplies
9 V ac adaptor
Simple installation and operation
Functional Block Diagram
Audio
Out
9 V dc at 300 mA ac
Adaptor
7.5–13.5 V dc or
peak ac
UART
Rectifier
Filter
Audio
Amplifier
Voltage
Regulator
3.3 V
Direct
Access HDR
Daughter Board Boundary
5V
DB9
RS-232
Transceivers
AOUT
Interface
Selection
Jumpers
Si2400
RESET
XTALO
Si3015
Interface
Circuit
RJ-11
Phone
Line
XTALI
Push Button
Reset
Power-On
Reset
Rev. 0.6 10/01
Copyright © 2001 by Silicon Laboratories
Si2400URT-EVB-06
Si2400URT-EVB
Introduction
Table 2. Modem Initialization Example
Notable differences between the Si2400 and other
ISOmodem products are highlighted in the bulleted list
below. For complete details and specifications, please
refer to the current Si2400 data sheet.
Unique Si2400 Features:
Many AT commands execute when entered without
AT COMMANDS MUST BE ENTERED IN UPPER
CASE
The +++ escape sequence is disabled at power-up
and/or reset
ATS14=20 enables +++ escape
S-Register address and value are entered in hex
(example: ATS0F=2B)
Result codes are abbreviated (example: “O” instead
of “OK”)
The Si2400DC power can be 3.3 V or 5 V (3.3 V
used on motherboard)
Several AT commands are required to enable the
speaker
Auto-answer after two rings
ATS07=06
Configures modem for V.22b
ATS14=20
Enables +++ escape
ATSF4=00
Removes audio mute
ATSE4=02 Turns on audio ADC and DAC
ATM1
Turns on speaker until carrier negotiated
Si2400URT-EVB Setup and Evaluation
This section explains how to set up the Si2400URT-EVB
for evaluation as a serial interface modem. Jumper
settings, power connection, PC/terminal connections,
and terminal program configuration settings are given.
The initial modem setup after power is applied along
with a basic tutorial on modem operation is also
provided. Si2400URT-EVB configurations for evaluating
additional features are discussed separately.
1. Set jumpers according to Figure 1
DTE interface default is 8N1, 2400 bps, no
handshaking and no line-feeds with carriage returns
ATDT is disabled if line-feeds with carriage returns
are enabled
Some common AT Commands are not available
ATH1
A/
ATD (must be ATDT or ATDP)
AT&Tn (use ATSE4=20 for local digital loopback)
Table 1. Modem Configuration Examples
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ATS00=02
Si2400URT-EVB Quick Start
ATSF4=00 removes Tx and Rx audio mute
ATSE4=02 turns on ADC and DAC power
ATM2 turns on speaker continuously
Modulation
Command Function
2. Connect
DB-9 to PC COM 1 (with a pass-through cable)
RJ-11 to phone line or test box
the 9 V ac adaptor
3. Bring up
Turn on power to modem
Set Terminal Program for 2400 bps 8N1. No
handshaking. Disable linefeeds with carriage returns
(linefeeds with carriage returns disable ATDT commands.)
4. Type “AT” followed by a carriage return.
Should echo “AT” and then an “O”.
5. Type
ATS14=20 to enable +++ escape
ATS07=06 to enable V.22b
ATS00=01 for auto-answer on first ring
ATS07=
V22bis
06
V.22
02
V.21
03
Bell 212A
00
Bell 103
01
V.23 (1200 TX, 75 RX—Answer)
14
V.23 (75 TX, 1200 RX—Originate)
24
V.23 (600 TX, 75 RX—Answer)
10
V.23 (75 TX, 600 RX—Originate)
20
Rev. 0.6
Si2400URT-EVB
Jumper Settings
Check all jumper settings on the Si2400URT-EVB
before applying power. Figure 1 shows the standard
factory jumper settings. These settings configure the
Si2400URT-EVB for RS-232 serial operation. Any
standard terminal program configured to communicate
through a PC COM port can be used to communicate
with the Si2400URT-EVB. The transceiver jumper (JP8)
should be connected whenever the RS-232 UART
interface is used. For normal operation, JP6 should
have jumpers at positions 2-3, 5-6, 8-9, and 11-12.
ALERT/GPIO4 (Si2400, pin 10) is connected to RD (ring
detect) (J1, pin 9) on the PC by via the jumper at JP6
pins 5-6. Removing this jumper disconnects RD from
the ALERT/GPIO4 pin on the Si2400.
Placing a jumper at JP6 (pins 2-3) and JP5 (pins 2-3)
connects EOFR/GPIO1 (Si2400, pin 16) to CD (J1,
pin 1).
Placing a jumper at JP6 (pins 2-3) and JP5 (pins 1-2)
connects CD/AIN/GPIO2 (Si2400, pin 15) to CD (J1,
pin 1).
Figure 1. Standard Factory Jumper Settings (outlined in gray)
Rev. 0.6
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Si2400URT-EVB
Power Requirements
The Si2400URT-EVB has an on-board diode bridge,
filter capacitor, and voltage regulator (U8). Power can
be supplied from any source capable of providing
7.5 V–13 V dc or 7.5 V–13 V peak ac and at least
100 mA. (Additional current may be required if a
speaker is connected for monitoring call progress
tones.) Power may be applied to the Si2400URT-EVB
through the screw terminals (J3) or the 2 mm power
jack (J4). The on-board full-wave rectifier and filter
ensures the correct polarity is applied to the
Si2400URT-EVB. Daughter card power is supplied
through voltage regulator U7 and is factory set at 3.3 V
by connecting JP7 pins 1 and 2. Daughter card current
can be measured by connecting an ammeter between
JP7 pins 1 and 2. These pins must always be
connected. Failure to connect pins 1 and 2 of JP7
through either a jumper or a low impedance ammeter
may result in damage to the Si2400URT-EVB.
Terminal and Line Connections
The Si2400 can be tested as a standard serial data
modem by connecting the Si2400URT-EVB to a
personal computer or other data terminal equipment
(DTE), phone line, and power. Connect a serial port on
a PC to the DB9 connector on the Si2400URT-EVB with
a pass-through cable. The RS-232 transceivers on the
EVB can communicate with the DTE at rates up to
230.4 kbps. Any standard terminal program such as
HyperTerminal or ProComm running on a PC will
communicate with the Si2400URT-EVB. Configure the
terminal emulation program to 2400 bps, 8 data bits, no
parity, one stop bit, and no handshaking. Also, be sure
to disable linefeeds with carriage returns. Connect the
RJ-11 jack on the Si2400URT-EVB to an analog phone
line or telephone line simulator such as a Teltone TLS 5.
Making Connections
With the terminal program properly configured and
running, apply power to the Si2400URT-EVB. Type
“AT” and the modem should return “O” indicating
the modem is working in the command mode and
communicating with the terminal. If the “O” response is
not received, try resetting the modem by pressing the
manual reset switch (S1) then again type “AT”.
To take the modem off-hook, type “ATDT.” The
modem should go to the off-hook state, draw loop
current, and respond with a “t”, indicating a dial tone
detection. Typing any characters will make the modem
hang up (go on-hook) and stop drawing loop current.
To make a modem connection, type “ATDT(called
modem phone number).” Once the connection is
established, a “c” message will appear indicating the
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two modems are in the data mode and communicating.
Typing on one terminal should appear on the other
terminal. To return to the command mode without
interrupting the connection between the two modems,
type “+++.” Approximately two seconds later “O” will
appear. The modem is now in command mode and will
accept “AT” commands. This assumes the command
ATS14=20 was issued during the initial modem
configuration to enable “+++” escape. To return to the
data mode, type “ATO.” The modem will resume the
data connection and no longer accept AT commands.
Type “ATH” to terminate the data connection. Echo
control effects data and command mode. To turn off the
character echo, type “ATEO”.
Si2400URT-EVB Functional
Description
The Si2400URT-EVB is a multipurpose evaluation
system. The modem daughter card illustrates the small
size and few components required to implement an
entire
controller-based
modem
with
global
telecommunications compatibility. The daughter card
can be used independently of, or in conjunction with, the
motherboard. The motherboard adds features that
enhance the ease of evaluating the many capabilities of
the Si2400 ISOmodem™.
Motherboard
The motherboard provides a convenient interface to the
Si2400DC (daughter card). The versatile power supply
allows for a wide range of ac and dc voltages to power
the board. RS-232 transceivers and a DB9 connector
allow the Si2400URT-EVB to be easily connected to a
PC or other terminal device. Jumper options allow direct
access to the LVCMOS/TTL level serial inputs to the
Si2400, bypassing the RS-232 transceivers. This is
particularly useful for directly connecting the Si2400 to
embedded systems.
The Si24xxURT-EVB motherboard connects to the
daughter card through two connectors, JP1 and JP2.
JP1 is an 8x2 socket providing connection to all Si2400
digital signals and regulated 3.3 V power for the Si2400.
The Si2400 digital signals appearing at JP1 (daughter
card interface) are LVCMOS and TTL compatible. The
Si2400DC can be powered by 5.0 V or 3.3 V. The
motherboard is factory configured for 3.3 V. It is
recommended that JP7 pins 1 and 2 are connected any
time the daughter card is used in conjunction with the
motherboard. This ensures no damage will occur to the
Si2456/33/14DC if used with this motherboard. JP2 is a
4x1 socket providing connection between the daughter
card, the RJ-11 phone jack and chassis ground.
Rev. 0.6
Si2400URT-EVB
Voltage Regulator/Power Supply
The input voltage to either J3 or J4 must be between 7.5
and 13.5 V dc or 7.5 and 13.5 VPEAK ac. The
motherboard includes a diode bridge (D1–D4) to guard
against a polarity reversal of the dc voltage or to rectify
an ac voltage. The power source must be capable of
continuously supplying at least 100 mA. C50 serves as
a filter cap for an ac input. The voltage regulator U8
provides 5 V for the motherboard and the input for
voltage regulator U7 which outputs 3.3 V for use on the
motherboard and to power the daughter card. Si24xxDC
power consumption can be measured by placing a
meter between pins 1 and 2 of JP7. The connection
between JP7 pins 1 and 2 must be made at all times
when power is applied to the evaluation board either
through a jumper block or a low impedance meter to
avoid damage to the daughter card.
or any other Data Terminal Equipment (DTE) via a
standard RS-232 interface or through a direct TTL serial
interface.
The Si2400 can be tested as a standard data modem by
connecting the Si2400URT-EVB to a personal computer
or other DTE, power and a phone line. The RS-232
transceivers on the Si2400URT-EVB can communicate
at rates between 300 bps and 230.4 kbps. A PC can
communicate with the Si2400URT-EVB using a
standard terminal program such as HyperTerm or
ProComm.
Jumper settings determine how the Si2400URT-EVB is
connected to the DTE. Table 3 lists the interface
controlled by each motherboard jumper. See Figures 6
and 11.
Table 3. Interface Selection Jumpers
Reset Circuitry
The Si2400 requires a reset pulse to remain low for at
least 5.0 ms after the power supply has stabilized during
the power-up sequence or for at least 5.0 ms during a
power-on reset then go high with a rise time