Overview

Arducam RapidRange G2 GMSL2 camera kit is your long-distance camera solution for robotics and more.

GMSL technology, originally for automotive use, is now expanding into robotics, agriculture, smart cities, and healthcare, offering reliable, high-speed video connectivity. The Arducam RapidRange G2 camera solution maximizes GMSL2, providing an ideal long-distance camera solution to boost efficiency and innovation across industries.

The Arducam GMSL2 8MP Camera Extension Kit for Raspberry Pi delivers long-distance imaging up to 15 meters without quality loss. Powered by ADI’s SerDes technology, it offers high bandwidth and low latency. With an 8MP SONY IMX219 sensor, it ensures excellent image quality and simplifies installations with single-cable transmission. It also supports GMSL1 serializers for easy upgrades and is perfect for robotics, surveillance, automation, precision agriculture, and smart cities.

Applications

• Robotics
• AMR (Autonomous mobile robots)
• Precision agriculture
• Surveillance
• Industrial automation
• IoT Devices/Smart City

Features

• [Long-distance use]
  Enjoy reliable, high-quality imaging at distances of up to 15 meters without any loss in video clarity or performance, ensuring stable transmission over extended ranges.

• [GMSL2]
  Leverages ADI's advanced SerDes technology to deliver a robust bandwidth, providing ultra-low latency and high-speed data transmission for seamless, high-performance video streaming.

• [Quality Streaming]
  Equipped with an 8MP SONY IMX219 sensor, this solution ensures exceptional image clarity and vibrant color reproduction, delivering sharp, detailed video for a variety of demanding applications.

• [Easy and Cost-effective]
  The single-cable signal transmission system simplifies installation and reduces overall system complexity by cutting down on weight, power consumption, and the need for multiple cables, offering an efficient and affordable solution.

• [Backward Compatibility]
  Supports GMSL1 serializers (as per datasheet notes), ensuring a smooth transition and effortless upgrades to the latest GMSL2 technology without requiring significant changes to your existing system setup.

• [Versatility]
  While originally designed for automotive applications, this solution is perfect for a wide range of industries, including robotics, surveillance, industrial automation, precision agriculture, and smart cities, enabling reliable, long-distance video connectivity in diverse environments.

Specifications

Package Including

• 1 x Arducam GMSL2 Rx board
• 1 x Arducam GMSL2 camera Tx board
• 1 x 1m Fakra Z Female to Female RF Coaxial Cable
• 1 x Arducam IMX219 Camera Module
• 1 x 40mm 22-22pin FPC Cable
• 1 x 80mm 22-22pin FPC Cable
• 1 x 73mm 15-22pin FFC Cable
• 1 x Screw Pack

Documentation

• • Quick Start Guide