Rugged Digital Video Controller (DVCU) – NVIDIA Jetson & AI-Ready
Key DVCU Features
- Ultra-Low Latency Video Matrix: Manage and process up to sixteen 3G-SDI video inputs and distribute them across multiple 3G-SDI and DVI outputs with minimal delay.
- Supercomputer-Level AI Processing: Leverage the integrated NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin™ SOM, delivering 245 TOPS of AI performance for real-time sensor fusion, object detection, and advanced analytics.
- Mission-Ready Ruggedization: Built for mission-critical C5ISR applications, the DVCU is SWAP-C optimized and compliant with MIL-STD-810G (environmental), MIL-STD-461G (EMI/EMC), and MIL-STD-1275F (power) standards.
Product description
The ScioTeq DVCU is a rugged, SWAP-C optimized Digital Video Controller Unit. It is designed for mission-critical C5ISR applications. This powerful, all-in-one solution excels in complex video-centric systems. It combines an ultra-low latency hardware video switching matrix , low-latency video processing for capabilities like video warping and basic stitching , and supercomputer-level AI processing powered by the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin™ GPU.
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Advanced Video Processing & AI Compute
The DVCU is engineered to handle the most demanding video and data processing loads in real-time. The system architecture is built on two powerful, interconnected processing cores:
1. FPGA-based Video Processing
At its core, the DVCU features an FPGA-based hardware video switching matrix. This allows for:
- Massive Video I/O: Seamlessly manage up to 16 x 3G-SDI video inputs and 4 x 3G-SDI outputs.
- Low-Latency Processing: The FPGA enables low-latency video processing, including video mixing, compositions, Picture-in-Picture (PiP), and basic stitching.
- Additional Outputs: The system also includes 2 x DVI outputs and 2 x Video Ethernet outputs for maximum flexibility.
2. NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin™ Compute
For high-performance embedded computing, the DVCU integrates the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin™ Industrial SOM. This module provides supercomputer-level performance for AI and vision acceleration.
- Massive Parallel Processing: Features a 2048-core NVIDIA Ampere GPU and 64 Tensor Cores.
- High-Speed CPU: Driven by a 12-core Arm Cortex-A78AE CPU.
- AI Performance: Delivers 245 TOPS for running modern, complex AI models.
- High-Speed Memory: Equipped with 64 GB of LPDDR5 (+ECC) DRAM to support data-intensive applications.
- On-board Storage: Includes options for removable SATA storage up to 4TB.
Built for the Mission: Rugged by Design
The DVCU is designed from the ground up to operate reliably in the harshest environments.
- MIL-STD Power: Equipped with a 28VDC MIL-STD-1275F compliant power supply.
- Environmental Resilience: Qualified for MIL-STD-810G, it operates in extreme temperatures from -46°C to +63°C (-51°F to +145°F).
- Sealed Enclosure: The unit is IP65 rated for ingress protection and compliant with MIL-STD-810G for sand & dust, salt fog, vibration, and shock.
- EMI/EMC Shielded: Fully compliant with MIL-STD-461G for Ground Army applications.
- Rugged Connectors: All I/O is routed through robust MIL-DTL-38999/3 connectors.
FAQ section
Q: "What implies the DVCU is SWAP-C (Size, Weight, Power, and Cost) optimized?"
A: "The DVCU combines video switching, processing, and AI in a single unit, reducing weight and power consumption for airborne and ground vehicles."
Q: What makes the Scioteq DVCU suitable for mission-critical C5ISR applications?
A: The DVCU is specifically optimized for SWaP-C and military compliance. It combines a hardware-based video switching matrix with supercomputer-level AI processing in a single rugged unit, making it ideal for ground army and airborne vehicle environments.
Q: What AI and processing capabilities does the DVCU offer for edge computing?
A: The unit is powered by the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin™ Industrial System-on-Module (SOM). This delivers up to 245 TOPS of AI performance using a 2048-core NVIDIA Ampere GPU and 64 Tensor cores. It also features a 12-core Arm Cortex-A78AE CPU and 64 GB LPDDR5 RAM, enabling real-time threat detection and sensor fusion at the edge.
Q: How many video inputs and outputs does the DVCU support?
A: The DVCU features a high-density video matrix capable of handling 16x 3G-SDI inputs. For outputs, it provides 4x 3G-SDI and 2x DVI ports, allowing for complex video mixing, Picture-in-Picture (PiP), and stitching with ultra-low latency.
Q: Is the DVCU compliant with military environmental and power standards?
A: Yes, the DVCU is fully ruggedized for harsh environments:
- Power: Compliant with MIL-STD-1275F (28VDC) for vehicle power systems.
- Environmental: Certified to MIL-STD-810G for shock (40g), vibration (wheeled and tracked vehicles), and wide operating temperatures (-46°C to +63°C).
- EMI/EMC: Meets MIL-STD-461G standards for ground army applications.
Q: What makes the DVCU different from standard video processors?
A: Unlike standard processors, the DVCU utilizes a hybrid architecture: it uses Dual Xilinx Kintex Ultrascale+ FPGAs for immediate, low-latency video switching and processing, while simultaneously offloading complex AI tasks (like vision acceleration) to the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin.
