Jetson Orin Nano/NX Carrier Board V2
High-performance carrier board designed for AI edge computing
AstrOptix Carrier Board V2
High-performance carrier board compatible with Jetson Orin Nano/NX
- Supports Super mode
- 1 Gbps Ethernet
- M.2 Key E expansion for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules
- M.2 Key M expansion for NVMe SSD storage
- Supports 1 × LVDS (Sony FCB, Tamron or KT&C).
- Supports 1 × HDMI (Sony FCB-ER series) via optional bridge module through the 22-pin MIPI CSI-2 connector.
AstrOptix Carrier Board V2
The AstrOptix Orin Nano/NX Carrier Board V2 is a high-performance embedded vision and compute platform engineered around NVIDIA's Jetson Orin Nano and Orin NX modules. The platform fully unlocks the capabilities of both modules — including Super Mode — to deliver maximum AI throughput for demanding real-time applications.
Designed for seamless camera integration, the board natively supports LVDS block cameras from Sony (FCB-EV9520L, FCBEV9500L), Tamron (MP3010M-EV), and KT&C (ATC-HZ5540T-LP). Support for Sony's 4K HDMI block cameras — the FCB-ER8530, FCB-EW9500H, and FCB-ER9500 — is available through an optional bridge module via the 22-pin MIPI CSI-2 connector, providing broad camera ecosystem compatibility across deployment scenarios. Dedicated UART channels at 3.3 V CMOS levels enable simultaneous VISCA protocol control of connected cameras.
The board offers 1 Gbps Ethernet connectivity via a compact Molex Pico clasp 1.0 mm connector, supporting efficient networkbased video transmission and remote AI-assisted analytics. A Micro HDMI output enables convenient local video monitoring. For storage and wireless expansion, the board includes both M.2 Key M (NVMe SSD, 2242) and M.2 Key E (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, 2230) slots.
USB connectivity is provided via a USB Type-C port for flashing, debugging, and data transfer, as well as USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports via a Samtec Tiger-eye connector. Extensive system-level control interfaces — including I²C, UART TTL/RS422, CAN, SPI, and GPIO — are accessible through a 1 mm Molex Pico clasp connector. Power is delivered via a Molex Micro fit plus connector, supporting 12–19 V regulated input including Super Mode power requirements. An onboard PWM-controlled fan connector and RTC battery connector ensure reliable thermal management and accurate timestamping in embedded or remote deployments.
Featuring a compact 90 × 60 mm footprint, a weight of approximately 38.1 g, RoHS compliance, and an industrial operating temperature range of –20 °C to +85 °C, the AstrOptix Carrier Board delivers rugged reliability and top-tier performance for UAVs, defence imaging systems, robotics platforms, and edge AI vision applications where performance, integration flexibility, and mission-critical reliability are paramount.
Typical Applications Include:
- AI Edge Computing and Vision Analytics
- Multi-Camera Networked Vision Systems
- Robotics and Autonomous Platforms
- Industrial & Machine Vision Systems
- Defense and Security Imaging
- UAV / ROV Payloads
- Smart Surveillance and Remote Monitoring
- Embedded Vision Research & Prototyping
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| CPU/GPU Module | NVIDIA Orin Nano/NX |
| Storage | NVMe SSD via M.2 Key M 2242 |
| Camera Interfaces | 1 × LVDS (Sony FCB or Tamron or KT&C), optional HDMI (Sony FCB-ER series) via bridge board through 22pin MIPI CSI-2 connector |
| Network Interface | 1 Gbps Ethernet via 1 mm Molex pico-clasp connector and M.2 Key E (Wi-Fi/BT) 2230 |
| Display Interface | Micro HDMI |
| USB Interface | USB Type-C (USB2 & USB3) for flashing, debugging & data, and 1 x USB 2.0 & 1 x USB 3.0 via Samtec Tiger-eye connector |
| UART Channels | Independent dedicated channels for camera VISCA control via KEL connector, 2 x UART via 1 mm Molex Pico clasp connector. |
| Expansion Header | I²C, RS422 (Optional), CAN, SPI & GPIO via Molex Pico clasp 1.0 mm connector |
| RTC | Onboard RTC battery connector |
| Power Input | Molex Micro-fit plus connector, 12–19 V regulated, supports Super mode |
| Fan | Yes, dedicated PWM-controlled onboard fan |
| Operating Temp | –20 °C to +85 °C |
| Dimensions (L × W) | 90 × 60 mm |
| Weight | 38.1 g |
| Compliance | RoHS |
AstrOptix Carrier Documentation - V2
Everything you need to integrate and deploy the carrier board.
- Connector PinoutsComplete KEL, Micro-lock, power, and interface pin descriptions.
- Mechanical DimensionsPCB layout dimensions, weight, mounting holes, and tolerances.
- Software & DriversHardware configuration, host setup, flashing, driver installation, and video streaming.
- Troubleshooting GuideResolving common flashing, camera, and display issues.
- Release NotesSoftware driver version history and update changelogs.
