PCIe-1005 4-Channel CoaXPress Camera Simulator
·nterface Standard: Compliant with CoaXPress 2.0; 4 channels × 12.5 Gbps, total bandwidth of 50 Gbps
● Onboard Memory: 4GB DDR4 SDRAM (64-bit, 2400 MHz)
● Host Interface: PCIe Gen3 x8, backward compatible with Gen2 and Gen1
●supports emulation for all image formats and resolutions.
● Equipped with DB26 IO interface and offers a full set of trigger options.
●Built-in FPGA image source, supporting custom resolution up to 50000 × 50000.
● Onboard Memory: 4GB DDR4 SDRAM (64-bit, 2400 MHz)
● Host Interface: PCIe Gen3 x8, backward compatible with Gen2 and Gen1
●supports emulation for all image formats and resolutions.
● Equipped with DB26 IO interface and offers a full set of trigger options.
●Built-in FPGA image source, supporting custom resolution up to 50000 × 50000.
PCIe-1005 4-Channel CoaXPress Camera Simulator
CoaXPress 2.0 Camera Universal Image Emulation | Hardware Solution for Vision System Development & Testing
Documents Download
PCIe-1005 4-Channel CoaXPress Camera Simulator User Manual.pdf
PCIe-1004-5 4-Channel CoaXPress HIL Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation System.pdf
Detailed Specifications
Four Core Advantages
High-Speed & Compatible Protocol
12.5Gbps per channel, total aggregated bandwidth up to 50Gbps for 4 channels. Compatible with CXP 1.0/2.0, fully matching mainstream frame grabbers and vision software ecosystems.
Rich Trigger & I/O Interfaces
6 trigger modes plus 3 transmission modes. Full-featured internal and external I/O interfaces support complex industrial linkage and multi-camera synchronous emulation.
Flexible Image Emulation
Supports FPGA built-in images, local files and software-generated images. Max custom resolution up to 50000×50000, covering all mainstream pixel formats.
Efficient Development & Testing
Emulate full CXP camera logic without physical cameras. Complete full-process testing of vision systems in the lab to reduce development and testing costs.
Product Overview
- The PCIe-1005 is a high-performance camera simulator compliant with CoaXPress 1.0/2.0 protocols. It can fully replicate the communication mechanism, image transmission and control logic of CXP cameras without physical cameras, providing a hardware-level emulation solution for vision system development and testing.
- Equipped with 4 HDBNC interfaces, 12.5Gbps bandwidth per channel and total bandwidth of 50Gbps. It enables smooth transmission of high-resolution images and is compatible with mainstream CoaXPress frame grabbers.
- Adopts Xilinx XCKU040 FPGA and 4GB DDR4 frame buffer. Designed with industrial-grade hardware, it supports 24-hour continuous stable operation with maximum power consumption ≤ 25W.
- Supports multi-source image emulation, custom resolutions and pixel formats. It provides 6 trigger modes and 3 transmission modes to accurately simulate the on-site behavior of real industrial cameras.
- Comes with PCIe Gen3 x8 host interface, backward compatible with Gen2/Gen1, plug-and-play and easy to integrate. Matched with Qt6 visualization tool and complete C++ SDK for secondary development with zero barriers.
- 4 tri-color LED indicators fully comply with CoaXPress Link Status standards, real-time displaying link connection, data transmission and fault status for easy debugging.
Key Features
- Compliant with CoaXPress 1.0/2.0, 4 HDBNC interfaces, max 12.5Gbps per channel, total bandwidth 50Gbps.
- PCIe Gen3 x8 high-speed host interface, backward compatible with Gen2/Gen1. Powered via standard PCIe slot, no external power supply required.
- Equipped with Xilinx XCKU040-2FFVA1156-I FPGA and 4GB DDR4 SDRAM (64-bit, 2400MHz) for frame buffering.
- Multi-source image emulation: FPGA built-in gradient images, local images from host PC, software programmatically generated patterns.
- Custom image parameters: Max resolution up to 50000×50000, fully compatible with Mono8/12, RGB8, BayerRG12 and other pixel formats.
- 6 trigger modes: Free run, software trigger, hardware trigger, edge/rising edge/falling edge trigger, multi-camera synchronous trigger.
- 3 transmission modes: Frame limit mode, continuous transmission mode, continuous loop mode to meet various testing requirements.
- Rich I/O configuration: 26-pin D-SUB external I/O + 26-pin header internal expansion, including RS-485, optically isolated I/O, LVDS and TTL.
- 4 tri-color LED status indicators compliant with CoaXPress 2.0 link status specification to monitor device and link status in real time.
- Complete development support: C++ sample programs, Qt6 GUI Demo and APIs for real-time emulation parameter adjustment.
- Standard PCIe form factor, dimension 168mm×111mm, compatible with most industrial PCs and server chassis.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Interface Standard | CoaXPress 1.0/2.0, 4-port HDBNC female connector, ≤12.5Gbps per channel |
| Host Interface | PCIe Gen3 x8, backward compatible with Gen2/Gen1, powered via PCIe slot |
| FPGA Platform | Xilinx XCKU040-2FFVA1156-I |
| Onboard Memory | 4GB DDR4 SDRAM (64-bit, 2400MHz) for frame buffer and intermediate processing |
| External I/O | 26-pin D-SUB: 4 bidirectional differential RS-485, 2 differential optically isolated I/O, LVDS, 2 TTL GPIO |
| Internal Expansion | 26-pin header: 24 FPGA direct GPIO (LVCMOS33, ESD & over-voltage protection) |
| Status Indicator | 4 tri-color LEDs, compliant with CoaXPress Link Status (Connection / Transmission / Fault) |
| Image Emulation | Built-in / Local / Software-generated images, max 50000×50000 resolution, compatible with Mono/RGB/Bayer formats |
| Trigger / Transmission Mode | 6 trigger modes, 3 image transmission modes, supports multi-camera synchronous emulation |
| Development Support | Full SDK: C++ samples, Qt6 GUI Demo, API interfaces |
| Mechanical Dimension | Standard PCIe Card, 168mm(L) × 111mm(W) |
| Power Requirement | PCIe X8 slot +12V/+3.3V power supply, no external power needed. Internal I/O: 3.3V TTL level |
| Max Power Consumption | ≤25W |
Product Interface Diagram
Product Dimension Drawing
Safety Warnings (Must Read)
- Do NOT plug or unplug the board while powered on. Turn off the host and disconnect the power cord before installation or removal. Hot swapping will damage the board and motherboard permanently.
- Follow power specifications strictly: All internal I/O signals are 3.3V TTL level. Do NOT connect 5V/12V/24V incompatible signals to avoid damage to FPGA and peripheral circuits.
- Take ESD protection: Release static electricity from your body (anti-static wristband recommended) before touching electronic components. Static electricity will cause permanent component failure.
- Avoid harsh operating environments: Do not use this device in high humidity, strong electromagnetic interference, dusty or severe vibration conditions.
Quick Start Guide
- Board Installation: Power off the host and release static electricity. Insert the board into PCIe X8/X16 slot, fix the bracket, then reconnect power and boot up.
- Device Connection: Use CXP certified coaxial cable to connect the simulator HDBNC port to the corresponding port of frame grabber. Connect 26-pin D-SUB adapter cable to external trigger/control devices if needed.
- Software Installation: Download the official SDK and Qt6 visualization tool, complete installation and launch the software from desktop shortcut.
- Parameter Configuration: Select image source (Built-in / Local / Software-generated), set image resolution, pixel format, trigger mode and transmission mode.
- Start Emulation: Click [Start Emulation]. The simulator outputs image stream as configured. Check link and transmission status via LED indicators.
- Debug & Testing: Adjust parameters in real time via software API or GUI. Support single-frame / continuous-frame emulation testing, and save emulation logs for troubleshooting.
- Stop Emulation: Click [Stop Emulation] to halt image output. It is recommended to stop emulation first before changing configurations.
Typical Applications
Semiconductor Inspection Medical Imaging Aerospace Industrial Automation Machine Vision Precision Inspection
