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17 years agoDoes PLL VCCA require isolation if PLL isn't used?
Hi Folks, I'm currently designing a board with an EP1C3T100 that doesn't use the PLL. When checking the Cyclone manual for board layout best practice it recommends isolating VCCA. I quote - ...
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17 years ago --- Quote Start --- If the PLL isn't used is it acceptable to just tie this to 1.5V supply without the isolation? --- Quote End --- It`s not good. Look at manual, there are 3 way to solve this task: 1. Separate VCCA Power Plane 2. Partitioned VCCA Island within VCCINT Plane 3. Thick VCCA Traces - I think it will good choice for you (The traces should be at least 20 mils thick, 3 capacitor, ferrite bead; loot at manual). P.S: I saw some (cycloneI) board which were working without the isolation. You will able to risk if you want. IMHO 3 way it`s easy.