PAL/NTSC to MIPI CSI-2 Bridge Board
Convert analog PAL/NTSC cameras to MIPI CSI-2 for Edge AI
PAL/NTSC TO MIPI CSI-2 Bridge Board
An essential bridge board for converting analog PAL/NTSC video signals to MIPI CSI-2, enabling legacy analog cameras to work with modern digital embedded systems like NVIDIA Jetson.
- Converts PAL/NTSC to MIPI CSI-2
- Supports Analog Cameras (CVBS)
- Compatible with NVIDIA Jetson Orin Super Developer Kit, Connect Tech Hadron, AVerMedia D133 & Waveshare Jetson Orin IO-Base carrier boards and Raspberry Pi 5.
- Operating temperature range: –20 °C to +85 °C
- Compact 50x50mm Form Factor
Supported Configurations
- Cameras: PAL/NTSC analog (CVBS) cameras
- Host platforms: AstrOptix Orin Super Carrier Board · NVIDIA Jetson Orin Super Developer Kit · Connect Tech Hadron Carrier · AVerMedia D133 Carrier Board · Waveshare Jetson Orin IO Base Carrier Board · Raspberry Pi 5
- Software versions:
- NVIDIA – JetPack 6.2.2 / L4T 36.5
- PAL-MIPI CSI-2-NVIDIA Jetson ORIN NX/NANO-DRIVER
- Raspberry Pi 5 – OS Trixie / Kernel 6.12.75+rpt-rpi-2712
- PAL-MIPI CSI-2-RASPBERRY PI-DRIVER
- NVIDIA – JetPack 6.2.2 / L4T 36.5
Above are the default supported combinations. Customization is offered for other cameras, host platforms and software kernel versions.
Bridge Legacy Analog to Digital AI
The PAL–MIPI CSI-2 Bridge Board is a compact, high-performance camera interface bridge designed to convert PAL/NTSC analog video output from cameras 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 single-lane, 22-pin MIPI CSI-2 output (Raspberry Pi 5 pinout).
The bridge board enables real-time video streaming while maintaining reliable video transmission and signal integrity. The board supports three independent PAL/NTSC composite video inputs, allowing multiple camera sources to be connected simultaneously. Camera selection can be dynamically switched via I²C control from the host processor, enabling flexible multi-camera operation without additional switching hardware.
Engineered for embedded vision and AI applications, the PAL–MIPI bridge board features a single-lane MIPI CSI-2 output, a 12 V regulated input with onboard power conditioning, and an optimized design for reliable operation in demanding environments. The board’s ultra-compact 50 × 50 mm footprint makes it an ideal solution for edge AI systems, robotics, machine vision, and defense imaging platforms requiring reliable, real-time video streaming and embedded camera control.
Applications:
- 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 V DC regulated (via 2-pin connector) |
| Camera Interface | 2 × MCX connector and 1 × Molex Micro-Lock Plus connector |
| MIPI CSI-2 Output | Single-lane CSI-2 (FFC/FPC) |
| Supported Video Format | PAL/NTSC analog video up to 720 × 576 (PAL) / 720 × 480 (NTSC) |
| Video Selection | Selection through I²C (host) |
| Indicators | Power LED (Green) |
| Board Dimensions (L × W) | 50 mm × 50 mm, 4 x M3 mounting holes |
| Weight | 12.4 g |
| Operating Temperature | −20 °C to +85 °C |
| Compliance | MIPI CSI-2 Specification, RoHS |
| Recommended Supply | 12 V DC, 1.5 A |
| Camera | Input: PAL/NTSC Video Input |
| Host Platforms | • 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 single-lane, 22-pin MIPI CSI-2 output (Raspberry Pi 5 pinout) |
PAL/NTSC – MIPI CSI-2 Bridge Board Documentation
Everything you need to integrate and deploy the bridge board.
FAQs
Can I connect an analog camera to NVIDIA Jetson?
Yes. The Oppila PAL to MIPI CSI-2 Bridge Board converts analog CVBS video (PAL or NTSC) into a MIPI CSI-2 signal that NVIDIA Jetson can ingest directly. This lets you retrofit existing analog cameras into Jetson-based AI vision pipelines without replacing the camera hardware.
Does the board support both PAL and NTSC analog standards?
Yes. The board accepts both PAL (625-line, 25fps) and NTSC (525-line, 30fps) composite analog video signals over a standard CVBS input.
What resolution does PAL-to-MIPI conversion produce?
Analog PAL outputs standard definition (up to 576i). The bridge digitizes and packages this into a MIPI CSI-2 stream. Output resolution is limited by the analog source — PAL cameras typically produce 720×576 (D1) resolution.
What are the typical use cases for the PAL to MIPI bridge board?
Upgrading legacy analog CCTV surveillance systems to AI-enabled platforms, retrofitting industrial analog inspection cameras into modern embedded vision pipelines, and research applications where existing analog camera infrastructure must be reused with NVIDIA Jetson AI processing.
What is the form factor and power requirement?
The board is 50 × 50 mm with 4 × M3 mounting holes, operates from −20 °C to +85 °C, and runs on a 12 V DC regulated input (12 V DC, 1.5 A recommended). Its compact size makes it easy to integrate into enclosures alongside analog cameras and embedded computing boards.
