Neousys PCIe-NPL54: Fanless 4-port frame grabber card for GMSL2 cameras

The Neousys PCIe-NPL54 is an industrial frame grabber card designed to integrate GMSL2 automotive cameras into x86-based computers. It allows for the connection of up to four GMSL2 cameras via FAKRA Z connectors, providing a reliable solution for machine vision, autonomous systems, ADAS, mobile robotics, and other demanding applications requiring multi-camera image processing.

Key features

• 4× GMSL2 input via FAKRA Z connectors
• supports selected 8Mpx, 5Mpx, 3Mpx and 2Mpx GMSL2 cameras
• PCI Express Gen2 x4 interface
• GPS PPS input and output for image synchronization
• powered directly from the PCIe bus
• no external PCIe power required
• single-slot design in half-length of the card
• fanless operation
• operating temperature -40 °C to +70 °C
• supports Ubuntu 20.04, 22.04 and 24.04 Linux

Integrating automotive cameras into x86 systems

PCIe-NPL54 was developed to connect automotive GMSL2 cameras to industrial computers where native MIPI interfaces are not commonly available. With ready-made drivers for selected camera models, the card enables rapid integration of multi-camera systems into industrial and mobile applications.

Support for multiple cameras simultaneously

The card supports several validated configurations:

• 2× 8 Mpx + 1× 3 Mpx at 30 FPS
• 4× 5 Mpx at 30 FPS
• 4× 3 Mpx at 30 FPS
• 4× 2 Mpx at 60 FPS
• 4× 2 Mpx at 30 FPS

The actual configuration depends on the type of cameras used and the host system.

Synchronization for sensor fusion

IThe integrated isolated GPS PPS input allows synchronization of multiple PCIe-NPL54 cards or other devices, such as LiDARs. The GPS PPS output copies the input signal and allows for easy connection of multiple devices from a single synchronization pulse source.

Reliable operation in demanding conditions

Thanks to the FPGA architecture, the card achieves low power consumption. When streaming from four 5MP cameras at 30 FPS, it consumes less than 20W, allowing fanless operation over a wide temperature range. It also includes an automatic streaming recovery mechanism after communication interruption caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD).

Technical parameters

Typical areas of application

• autonomous vehicles
• ADAS systems
• mobile robotics (AMR)
• machine vision
• Edge AI systems
• intelligent transportation infrastructure
• industrial camera systems
• sensor fusion camera + LiDAR

Main benefits

• Connect up to 4 GMSL2 cameras to x86 platforms
• Fanless operation in the range of -40 °C to +70 °C
• Synchronization via GPS PPS
• Powered directly from the PCIe bus
• Compact single-slot design
• Ready drivers for selected GMSL2 cameras
• Suitable for industrial and mobile applications

Neousys PCIe-NPL54 is a professional solution for integrating automotive GMSL2 cameras into industrial computers and Edge AI platforms, providing reliable image transmission, precise synchronization, and easy integration into demanding applications.

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