ADS1291: ADS1291 for compact module design

Part Number: ADS1291
Other Parts Discussed in Thread: ADS1299,

Tool/software:

Hello !

I have observed that the OpenBCI circuit equipped with the ADS1299 chip outputs the desired signals.

However, to minimize the design space, I want to explore the feasibility of using the ADS1291 chip by creating a smaller module. 

I understand that the 1-channel chip has a higher noise level of 8uV-pp, but ensuring that the circuit operates correctly is my first priority.

Therefore, although this is a somewhat basic circuit design, I have tried my best to come up with the following design. 

I would appreciate your review and feedback.

The input signal is an EEG signal(+ - 1uV ~ 100uv ??) from a dry silver electrode(plating on brass), with an expected input impedance of around 5 to 20 kΩ. 

Currently, I plan to use the internal clock and control the output pins through an MCU(Arduino, nRF, STM, ...) initially.

Since I don't have enough time to create a dedicated PCB, I plan to build it on a prototyping board.

I have also extracted RLDOUT separately in case a reference electrode is needed!

First Run

  • Hello Won-Pyo,

    Thank you for your post.

    The schematic looks generally correct. Please find my feedback below:

    • Decoupling capacitors on VCAP1 and VCAP2 pins should be referenced to AVSS, not AGND or DGND.
    • Unused analog input pins (5 - 8) should be tied to AVDD.
    • Increase C5 to 10µF to provide better filtering of internal reference voltage.

    Regards,

    Ryan

  • Thank you for your response, Ryan.
    Upon review, I found the details regarding the VCAP connection in Figure 74. Bipolar Supply Operation under the Layout Guidelines. :)
    Additionally, I have modified the power supply section as follows.