Summary of NEW CARRIER BOARDS AND MINI-PCS FOR JETSON
Diamond Systems launched the Stevie carrier for Nvidia's Jetson AGX Xavier, alongside other carriers like Elton, Jethro, Ziggy, and enclosures such as ZiggyBox and Jetbox-Nano. These boards support Linux BSPs and offer diverse I/O options including HDMI, Ethernet, USB, MIPI-CSI cameras, and CAN interfaces. The Stevie board features an 8-core ARMv8.2 CPU, 512-core GPU, and supports up to 8 HD or 4K cameras with optional SSD storage via M.2 slots.
Parts used in the Stevie Carrier Project:
- Nvidia Jetson AGX Xavier module
- Stevie carrier board
- HDMI port
- Gigabit Ethernet ports
- USB 3.1 ports
- MIPI-CSI camera connectors
- Micro-SD slot
- mini-PCIe slot
- M.2 slot
- CAN interface
- Serial ports
- Audio interface
- MCU-driven data acquisition circuit
- A/D converter
- D/A converter
- GPIO pins
Diamond Systems has unveiled a Stevie carrier board for Nvidia’s high-end Jetson AGX Xavier module. Diamond also promoted some other Jetson carriers and embedded systems, which all ship with Linux BSPs. They include Diamond Systems’ Elton, also for the Xavier, the Jethro and Ziggy carriers, both of which support the earlier Jetson TX2 and industrial-temperature Jetson TX2i. Diamond also included the Ziggy-based ZiggyBox mini-PC and its Jetbox-Nano enclosure for Nvidia’s Jetson Nano Development Kit for the Jetson Nano module.
At 105 x 92mm, the Stevie board is slightly larger than the 100 x 87mm Jetson AGX Xavier module. The high-end Nvidia Xavier has 10x the energy efficiency and more than 20x the performance of the Jetson TX2. It features 8x ARMv8.2 cores and a 512-core Nvidia Volta GPU with 64 tensor cores and 2x Nvidia Deep Learning Accelerator (DLA) engines. Available also is a 7-way VLIW vision chip, and also a 16GB 256-bit LPDDR4 RAM and 32GB eMMC 5.1. Stevie enables a host of real-world ports for easier connectivity. coastline ports features includes an HDMI port, 2x Gigabit Ethernet, and 2x USB 3.1 ports. The block diagram available suggests there’s another HDMI port, which probably serves as an input interface.
The Stevie board enables connectors for up to 8x MIPI-CSI HD cameras or 4x 4K cameras. It is also equipped with a micro-SD slot plus mini-PCIe and M.2 slots supporting I/O add-ons and SSD storage. Additional features include 2x CAN, 4x serial, an audio interface, and a 9-20VDC input. Stevie’s MCU-driven data acquisition circuit has a 12-bit A/D up to 1MSPS, 12-bit D/A, and 3.3V GPIO. Diamond offers support for these interfaces with a free C-language programming library, a GUI control panel for “convenient control and monitoring of real-world processes and also a ready-to-run data logging capability.”
The CTI Rogue carrier for the Xavier has a similar set of I/O. It enables more USB ports and M.2 slots but is limited to 6x CSI cameras. Let’s take a look at the other Jetson carriers and embedded systems promoted.
Jethro
Jethro’s carrier extends the mid-range hexa-core Jetson TX2 module with 256-core Pascal graphics, and also the similar Jetson TX2i, which enables-40 to 85°C and 10-year support. The two modules feature 8GB LPDDR4, 32GB eMMC 5.1, and 802.11ac WiFi and Bluetooth. The 107 x 76mm Jethro has the same temperature range of the TX2i. It enables headers with latching connectors, which improves ruggedization. Available also is 9-18VDC (TX2) or 5.5-18VDC (TX2i) DC input.
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- What is the size of the Stevie board?
The Stevie board measures 105 x 92mm. - How many MIPI-CSI HD cameras can the Stevie board support?
The Stevie board enables connectors for up to 8x MIPI-CSI HD cameras. - Does the Stevie board include an audio interface?
Yes, the Stevie board includes an audio interface among its additional features. - What type of RAM does the Nvidia Xavier module feature?
The Nvidia Xavier module features 16GB 256-bit LPDDR4 RAM. - Can the Stevie board be powered by a 9-20VDC input?
Yes, the Stevie board accepts a 9-20VDC input. - Does Diamond Systems provide software support for the Stevie board interfaces?
Yes, Diamond offers a free C-language programming library and a GUI control panel. - What is the difference between the Jethro and Ziggy carriers?
Jethro supports Jetson TX2 and TX2i modules while Ziggy also supports these but is used in the ZiggyBox mini-PC. - Does the Stevie board have more than one HDMI port?
Yes, the block diagram suggests there is another HDMI port likely serving as an input interface.
