Neousys Technology, a leader in rugged embedded systems, has unveiled the PCIe-GL26, a cutting-edge AI-enabled frame grabber card designed to support select GMSL2 cameras, complete with video streaming sample codes tailored for AI applications.
This innovative PCIe-GL26 card is equipped with six GMSL2 FAKRA Z connectors, specifically designed for automotive GMSL2 cameras.It operates on the NVIDIA Jetson 16GB/8GB Xavier NX System-on-Module (SOM) and boasts an impressive 21 TOPS of AI inference capability, allowing it to encode up to twenty-two 1080p@30FPS video streams simultaneously.
The PCIe-GL26 series includes six GMSL2 FAKRA Z inputs that accommodate both 2MP and 5MP automotive GMSL2 cameras, enabling synchronization of camera triggers via GPS PPS and an onboard microcontroller unit (MCU).
Additional features comprise a dual Gen3 PCIe interface, a GPS PPS input for frame synchronization calibration, an RS232 port, an isolated CAN 2.0 interface, and a standalone mode with advancement I/O capabilities.
This card is especially well-suited for developers working on x86-based autonomous vehicle computing platforms, offering a flexible AI-enabled GMSL2 PCIe solution that simplifies system upgrades. It is compatible with both Windows and Linux operating systems without requiring special boot sequences. Users can install up to four PCIe-GL26 cards in systems with available PCIe slots, allowing for the connection of up to 24 GMSL2 cameras.Moreover, the PCIe-GL26 is engineered to endure extreme conditions, with an operating temperature range of -25°C to 60°C.
“the PCIe-GL26 represents Neousys’ highly integrative approach, effectively removing the obstacles associated with deploying GMSL2 cameras on existing x86 systems for next-generation autonomous vehicle applications,” stated Kaichu Wu, Product Manager at Neousys Technology.“In contrast to conventional FPGA-based GMSL2 frame grabber cards, the PCIe-GL26 delivers 21 TOPS of AI inference performance, high-quality raw video streaming with three-exposure HDR, LFM, auto exposure, and auto white balance. Traditional HD map collection necessitates both a GMSL2 frame grabber and a GPU card.In contrast, the Neousys PCIe-GL26 can directly output encoded H.264/H.265 video streams, significantly streamlining the deployment architecture.”
