HDMI to MIPI CSI-2 Bridge Board
Convert Sony FCB HDMI Output to MIPI CSI-2 for Edge AI
HDMI to MIPI CSI-2 Bridge Board
A versatile bridge board designed to convert HDMI video signals to MIPI CSI-2, enabling the connection of HDMI cameras and video sources to NVIDIA Jetson Orin platforms.
- Compatible with Sony FCB-ER9500, FCB-ER8530 and FCB-EW9500H HDMI block cameras
- Converts HDMI video signals to 4-lane MIPI CSI-2 output
- Compatible with NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit, AVerMedia D133 & Waveshare Jetson Orin IO-Base carrier boards.
- I²C-to-UART bridge for VISCA control
- 50 × 50 mm form factor & Temperature range: –20 °C to +85 °C
High-Quality HDMI to MIPI Conversion
The HDMI–MIPI Bridge Board is a compact, high-performance camera interface bridge designed to convert HDMI video output from Sony HDMI block cameras (FCB-ER9500, FCB-ER8530, and FCB-EW9500H) into a MIPI CSI-2 signal compatible with leading embedded AI computing platforms such as the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Super Developer Kit, AVerMedia D133 Carrier Board, Connect Tech Hadron Carrier, Waveshare Jetson Orin IO - Base Carrier Board and the Raspberry Pi 5 and any host platform with 4-lane, 22-pin MIPI CSI-2 output (Raspberry Pi 5 pinout)
The bridge board enables real-time 4K 60fps video streaming while maintaining reliable video transmission and signal integrity. The FCB cameras are controlled via a 3.3 V CMOS-level VISCA interface through an onboard I²C-to-UART bridge. This configuration enables comprehensive camera control—including zoom, focus, exposure, and other VISCA-supported functions—to be performed directly from the host platform over I²C using the same MIPI CSI-2 interface connector. As a result, no external serial adapters or additional control wiring are required.
Engineered for embedded vision and AI applications, the HDMI–MIPI CSI-2 Bridge Board features a 4-lane MIPI CSI-2 output, a wide-range 12–30 V DC input with onboard power conditioning, and an optimized design for reliable operation in demanding environments. The board's ultra-compact 50 × 50 mm footprint and simplified hardware integration make it an ideal solution for AI edge systems, robotics, machine vision, and defence imaging platforms requiring reliable, real-time video streaming and embedded camera control.
Key Features:
- AI Edge Computing and Vision Analytics
- Robotics and Autonomous Platforms
- Industrial & Machine Vision Systems
- Medical & Diagnostic Imaging Instruments
- UAV / ROV Vision Payloads
- Security and Surveillance Cameras
- Broadcast and Multimedia Streaming
- Research, Development & Prototyping
| Features | Description |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 12-30 V DC regulated (via 2-pin connector) |
| Camera Interface | 30-pin HDMI micro-coaxial interface |
| MIPI CSI-2 Output | 4-lane MIPI CSI-2 (FFC/FPC) |
| Supported Video Format | Up to 4k 60fps (Camera dependent) |
| Camera Control | • VISCA over UART (3.3 V CMOS) bridged to I²C (host), • External onboard UART header |
| Indicators | Power LED (Green) |
| Board Dimensions (L × W) | 50 mm × 50 mm, 6 x M2 mounting holes |
| Weight | 11.8 g |
| Operating Temperature | –20 °C to +85 °C |
| Compliance | MIPI CSI-2 Specification, RoHS |
| Recommended Supply | 12 V / 1.5 A |
| Camera Compatibility (H/W pinout) | HDMI Block Cameras (Sony FCB-ER9500, FCB-ER8530 and FCB-EW9500H) |
| Host Platforms Supported | • NVIDIA Jetson Orin Super Developer Kit, Connect Tech Hadron Carrier, AVerMedia D133 Carrier Board, Waveshare Jetson-Orin IO-Base Carrier Board and Raspberry Pi 5. • Any host platform with 4-lane, 22-pin MIPI CSI-2 output (Raspberry Pi 5 pinout) |
HDMI – MIPI CSI-2 Bridge Board Documentation
Everything you need to integrate and deploy the bridge board.
Kernel Drivers
| Module | Description | L4T Release | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| OPPILA_ORIN_L4T_36.5.0_INTEGRATION_HM_1080.zip | Configuration Folder for 1080p60 | 36.5.0 | Download |
| OPPILA_ORIN_L4T_36.5.0_INTEGRATION_HM_4k30.zip | Configuration Folder for 4K30 | 36.5.0 | Download |
| OPPILA_ORIN_L4T_36.5.0_INTEGRATION_HM_4k60.zip | Configuration Folder for 4K60 | 36.5.0 | Download |
FAQs
How do I connect an HDMI camera to NVIDIA Jetson?
The HDMI to MIPI CSI-2 Bridge Board connects between the HDMI output of the camera and the MIPI CSI-2 input of the Jetson.
Does the board convert 4K HDMI to MIPI CSI-2?
Yes. The board accepts up to 4K UHD HDMI input and outputs a 2-lane MIPI CSI-2 signal. Resolution support is dependent on the HDMI source camera — the Sony FCB-ER9500 outputs 4K at 60 fps over HDMI.
Which cameras work with the Oppila HDMI to MIPI bridge board?
Any camera with a standard HDMI Type A output. It is validated with Sony FCB-ER8530 (4K HDMI block camera), FCB-ER9500 HD (4K60 HDMI block camera),FCB-EW9500H. Any HDMI-out camera can be used as an input source.
Which host platforms does the HDMI to MIPI bridge board support?
The board is compatible with NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano, Jetson Orin NX, AVerMedia D133 carrier board, Waveshare Jetson IO-Base carrier board, Connect Tech Hadron carrier board, and Raspberry Pi platforms that have MIPI CSI-2 camera connectors.
