GMSL2 Card

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• Model : GMSL2 4CH/8CH FAKRA Z
• Processor : Xilinx ZU+ system processor
• PC Bus Interface : PCI Express x8 (Gen 3)
• Standard : GMSL
• Serializer Supported : MAX96705/MAX9295A/MAX96717F...
• Power Output : Power Over Cable 4W/9V per cable
• Camera Support : 4(8) cameras input
• Camera Resolution : 1-8Mega pixel
• Bit Depth : 8 bit (YUV422), 8/12/16-bit (RAW)
• Software Drivers : Linux 64-bit,Ubuntu18.04/20.04
• Operating Temperature : -20°C to 70°C
• Storage Temperature : -40°C up to 80°C
• Dimensions : 167.64mm * 111.15 mm
• Weight : 300g

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Overview

Applications such as autonomous vehicles, industrial robots, and machine vision inspection systems require the precise processing of high-speed image data collected simultaneously from multiple cameras. Achieving this demands more than just a basic video input device — it requires a frame grabber card that combines high-speed transmission, precise synchronization, and robust industrial reliability.

The SENSING GMSL2 4CH/8CH FAKRA Z supports up to eight GMSL/GMSL2 cameras and, with its PCIe Gen3 interface and FPGA-based architecture, enables stable, low-latency image acquisition in demanding environments.

Processor and Interface Configuration

The CoaxCapture Gen2 adopts a PCIe Gen3 x8 interface, delivering sustained transfer performance of up to 4,800 MB/s. Equipped with a Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ processor and 6GB of onboard DDR4 memory, it reliably buffers and processes large volumes of image data.

The card operates directly from a standard PCIe slot without requiring an external power cable. With a half-length (167.64 mm) and standard-height (111.15 mm) form factor, it integrates easily into rugged edge systems and industrial PCs with limited space.

Camera Support and Performance

The GMSL2 4CH (8CH) FAKRA Z supports up to 4 or 8 channels of GMSL/GMSL2 camera input, depending on the model. It delivers 6 Gbps bandwidth per camera, handling resolutions from 1 to 8 megapixels and input up to 4K @ 30fps.

It supports both YUV422 (8-bit) and RAW (8/12/16-bit) video formats, making it ideal for a wide range of applications — from precision inspection environments like machine vision to real-time autonomous driving systems.
In addition, Power over Coax (PoC) enables 4W / 9V power per camera over the same cable, simplifying wiring and improving installation efficiency.

Synchronization and Scalability

The GMSL2 4CH (8CH) FAKRA Z supports external trigger input, GPS signals, and network-based PTP (Precision Time Protocol) for highly accurate time synchronization. This ensures precise multi-camera synchronization and sub-millisecond alignment with other sensors such as LiDAR.

An onboard timestamp feature records timing information for each captured frame, ensuring consistent data alignment in multi-camera and sensor fusion environments.

Ruggedness and Reliability

Engineered for industrial and in-vehicle use, the CoaxCapture Gen2 operates in a temperature range of -20°C to +70°C and can be stored between -40°C and +80°C. It maintains stable operation in 5–90% humidity (non-condensing) during use and 0–95% during storage.

It is also designed to withstand electrostatic discharge (ESD) and unexpected system faults, maintaining stable image streaming even under harsh conditions.

Typical Applications

Autonomous Driving & Autonomous Machine Solutions

By using two PCIe slots, up to 16 GMSL cameras can be connected, supporting 4K @ 30fps input. Multi-camera and LiDAR synchronization, timestamping, and ultra-low latency design enable real-time data processing and high-precision perception.

Vehicle Data Capture & Analysis

The card allows both the Automotive Control Unit (ACU) and the frame grabber to receive camera signals simultaneously, enabling vehicle control and data acquisition in parallel. This makes it ideal for ADAS validation, autonomous driving dataset creation, and on-road data recording.
With support for both RAW and YUV data formats, it covers a wide range of use cases, from raw data analysis to real-time image processing.

Multi-Sensor Fusion Environments

It enables sub-millisecond synchronization between cameras and various sensors, such as LiDAR, delivering strong performance in high-precision mapping, robotics control, and traffic infrastructure monitoring applications.

The SENSING GMSL2 4CH (8CH) FAKRA Z is more than just a frame grabber card — it is a next-generation image acquisition solution that combines high-speed data transmission, precise synchronization, versatile video format support, and industrial-grade durability.
It is a reliable multi-camera platform that meets the core requirements of future industries such as autonomous driving, robotics, smart cities, and machine vision.

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