CameraLink FPGA FULL FMC

· Support Base/Medicine/Full
· FMC LPC occupies fewer pins
· SDR26 X2
· Rich Expansion I0

Hello-FPGA Camera Link Full

Receiver FMC Card

High-Speed Camera Link Image Acquisition Module - Supports Base/Medium/Full Modes

Downloads

Hello-FPGA Camera link Full Receiver FMC Card User Manual 1.5.pdf

Specifications

4 Core Advantages

Full Mode Compatibility

Fully supports Camera Link Base/Medium/Full configuration modes, direct LVDS connection to FPGA. Adapts to high-speed camera acquisition with bandwidth up to 1.6Gbps.

FMC LPC High-Efficiency Design

Adopts LPC FMC connector compliant with VITA57.1 standard, occupies fewer pins while ensuring stable high-speed data transmission for FPGA carrier boards.

Dual SDR26 Interfaces

Equipped with 2×SDR26 standard interfaces, compatible with Camera Link cables. Stable connection supports long-distance transmission for industrial applications.

Rich Expansion Capabilities

Provides 30-channel (15 differential pairs) GPIO expansion, supports 5V/12V output (5V max 2A drive), flexible for external device connection.

Introduction to Camera Link Protocol

Camera Link is a serial communication protocol designed for industrial camera interfaces, standardizing connections for scientific and industrial video products.
It uses Base/Medium/Full modes for different data throughput, LVDS synchronous timing for video data, serial ports for control data, and 4 LVDS IO pairs for trigger signals.
With a maximum transmission rate of 1.6Gbps, it features high stability and anti-interference, widely used in industrial vision and high-speed imaging.

Hardware Features

Supports Camera Link Base/Medium/Full modes, direct LVDS to FPGA, compatible with general LVDS applications.
Mechanical size 69mm×82mm, single-width LPC FMC connector (VITA57.1 standard), compatible with mainstream FPGA carriers.
Uses SDR26 connectors and cables for reliable high-speed transmission in industrial environments.
Power output: 5V (max 2A), 12V (carrier-dependent), VADJ (carrier-dependent) for external devices.
30-channel (15 differential pairs) GPIO via 2×18 2.54mm header for function expansion.
Comes with Hello-FPGA CL-PROBE-MDR26 adapter, converts MDR26 to screw terminals for easy testing.

Structure Description

LPC FMC connector (VITA57.1 standard) for stable connection with FPGA carrier boards.
Camera X/Y/Z data connects directly to FPGA IOs via MDR26 LVDS signals, low latency and high integrity.
Camera control signals (CC1~CC4) and serial signals (SerTC/SerTCG) converted to single-ended by DS90LV031/DS90LV019 for FPGA control.
Power system: 5V/12V/VADJ output, 5V max 2A drive for external equipment.

Technical Parameters

Item	Specification
Protocol	Camera Link (Base/Medium/Full)
Connectors	LPC FMC (VITA57.1), 2×SDR26
Data Rate	Up to 1.6Gbps
Signal Interface	LVDS (Data), Single-ended (Control)
GPIO	30-ch (15 diff pairs), 2×18 2.54mm Header
Power Output	5V (2A Max), 12V, VADJ
Dimensions	69mm×82mm
Adapter Board	Hello-FPGA CL-PROBE-MDR26 (MDR26 to Screw Terminal)
Adapter Features	Matched Differential Lines, Clear Silkscreen, 100Ω Resistor Option
Operating Temp	Industrial (-40℃ ~ 85℃)

Product Interface Diagram

Product Interface Definition

Mechanical Drawing

Front Size: 69mm×82mm

Debug Adapter (Hello-FPGA CL-PROBE-MDR26)

Hardware Features

Integrates MDR26 and 3.81mm screw terminals with matched differential lines for signal integrity.
Clear silkscreen marking for easy identification and wiring, reducing test complexity.
Optional 100Ω differential resistor for flexible test scenarios.
Custom-designed for Camera Link FMC card, plug-and-play.

Safety Warnings (Must Read)

DO NOT plug/unplug the FMC card or adapter with power on. Turn off the carrier board to avoid ESD/short damage.
Confirm power polarity and signal definition before wiring to prevent burnout. Use the official adapter for testing.
Use ESD protection (wrist strap) during operation; precision components are sensitive to static electricity.
Do not overload the 5V output (max 2A) to avoid overheating or damage.
Avoid high humidity, strong EMI, and dusty environments for stable operation.

Quick Start Guide

Hardware Connection: Insert the FMC card into the LPC slot of the FPGA carrier, secure with screws. Connect the adapter via MDR26 cable if needed.
Power Check: Ensure the carrier board power is normal, and the 5V/12V loads are within limits.
Signal Configuration: Select Camera Link mode (Base/Medium/Full) and configure GPIO/control signals via FPGA logic.
Test Verification: Connect the Camera Link camera, power on the system, and verify data transmission with debug tools.
Expansion: Connect external devices via GPIO and power interfaces following the user manual.