The MAX1788 evaluation system (EV system) demonstrates the capabilities of the MAX1788 advanced smart battery-pack controller. The EV kit includes multiple component networks to utilize the functionality of the PORT A (PA) I/O, high-voltage (HV) outputs, SMBus interface, and battery cell terminals. Each network can be configured to provide proper evaluation of the programmed device. An on-board low-dropout (LDO) linear regulator is also included to provide a +3.3V rail voltage and up to a 0.2A load current.

The MAX1788 EV system includes the MAX1788 EV kit and the MINIQUSB command module. The MINIQUSB provides both an SPI and SMBus interface to a PC. The supplied command module allows the kit to be evaluated with Maxim's multipurpose SMBus software (MSS), prebuilt with the MAX1788 user interface framework.