Jetson Orin Super Carrier Board
High-performance carrier board designed for AI edge computing
AstrOptix Orin Super Carrier Board
High-performance carrier board compatible with Jetson Orin Nano/NX
- Supports Super mode
- Supports 1 × LVDS (Sony FCB, Tamron or KT&C).
- Supports 1 × (LVDS, HDMI & PAL) inputs via bridge board.
- 1 Gbps Ethernet
- M.2 Key E expansion for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules
- M.2 Key M expansion for NVMe SSD storage
AstrOptix Orin Super Carrier Board
The AstrOptix Orin Super Carrier Board 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 ports via a Samtec Micro 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 Jetson Orin Nano & Orin NX |
| Storage | NVMe SSD via M.2 Key M 2242 |
| Camera Interfaces | 1 × LVDS (Sony FCB or Tamron or KT&C), 1 x (LVDS, HDMI & PAL) inputs via bridge board |
| 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 via Samtec Micro Tiger-eye connector |
| UART Channels | Independent dedicated UART channel for camera VISCA control via KEL connector |
| Expansion Header | I²C, UART x 2, 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 Orin Super Carrier Board Documentation
Everything you need to integrate and deploy the carrier board.
FAQs
Which NVIDIA Jetson modules does the AstrOptix Orin Super Carrier board support?
The board supports NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX and Jetson Orin Nano modules, including Super Mode for maximum AI throughput.
What cameras are compatible with this carrier board?
The carrier board natively supports LVDS block cameras from Sony (FCB-EV9520L, FCB-EV9500L), Tamron (MP3010M-EV), and KT&C (ATC-HZ5540T-LP). Sony's 4K HDMI block cameras (FCB-ER8530, FCB-EW9500H, FCB-ER9500) are supported through an optional bridge module via the 22-pin MIPI CSI-2 connector. A dedicated UART channel enables VISCA protocol control of the connected camera.
What is the operating temperature range?
The board operates from –20 °C to +85 °C, making it suitable for harsh-environment deployments in defence, industrial, and outdoor applications.
What connectivity and expansion options are available?
The board provides 1 Gbps Ethernet (Molex pico-clasp), M.2 Key E 2230 for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, M.2 Key M 2242 for NVMe SSD, Micro HDMI display output, USB Type-C (USB2 & USB3) for flashing, debugging & data, plus 1× USB 2.0 via a Samtec Micro Tiger-eye connector, and I²C, CAN, SPI, GPIO, and optional RS-422 expansion via a Molex Pico-clasp connector.
What are the typical applications for this carrier board?
Typical applications include AI edge computing and vision analytics, UAV/ROV payloads, defence and security imaging, robotics and autonomous platforms, industrial and machine vision systems, multi-camera networked vision systems, smart surveillance, and embedded vision research.
What power input does the board require?
The board accepts 12–19 V regulated power via a 2-pin Molex Micro-fit plus connector and LED indicators for system and power status.
