Maxim MAX98304 Evaluation Board User Manual

The MAX98304EVKIT+ evaluation board is a fully assembled and tested circuit board that uses the MAX98304 unfiltered D-class amplifier to drive a speaker in portable audio applications. The evaluation board is designed to operate from a 2.5V to 5.5V DC power supply and is capable of providing 3.2W of power to a 4Ω load. The evaluation board accepts either differential or single-ended input signals.


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Brand
Maxim
Category
Audio Power Amplifier
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
6
File format
PDF
File size
542 KB
Published
05 January, 2012
Updated
01 October, 2023
MD5 checksum
B1E7471A746E778109AF5345DB1F3B9A

About this manual

This manual describes the MAX98304 evaluation board, which includes the MAX98304 audio amplifier IC in a compact evaluation kit. It lists the supplied components, explains the board layout, and details the required power supply and signal connections.

The document covers hardware setup, pin functions, gain configuration, and recommended component values. It also provides safety notes, regulatory compliance information, and troubleshooting tips for using the board with portable speakers or other audio loads.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Evaluation Kit Contents
  • Hardware Overview
  • Power Supply Requirements
  • Audio Output Connections
  • Gain Configuration
  • Pin Descriptions
  • Component List
  • Assembly Procedure
  • Regulatory Information

Specifications

Supply Voltage2.5 V to 5.5 V
Gain Range0 dB to +12 dB

Frequently asked questions

What supply voltage does the MAX98304 evaluation board require?

The board operates from a supply voltage of 2.5 V to 5.5 V.

How can the gain be adjusted on the evaluation board?

Gain is set via the JU3 pin and can be selected from 0 dB up to +12 dB.

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