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FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 AI Development Kit MIPI CSI/DSI & Wi-Fi 6
The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 AI Development Kit is a powerful, all-in-one platform designed for building advanced edge AI, vision processing, and interactive HMI applications. Built around the ESP32-P4 dual-core RISC-V processor with a single-precision FPU, it features a professional-grade media engine capable of hardware-accelerated H.264 encoding at 1080p@30fps. The development kit supports both MIPI CSI/DSI and parallel interfaces, offering exceptional flexibility for camera and display integration. An onboard co-processor provides next-generation Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 connectivity, ensuring high-speed and reliable wireless communication. Paired with the included IO Expansion Board, this kit simplifies hardware development and accelerates prototyping for high-performance AI cameras, smart displays, and advanced embedded vision systems.
Key Features
- ESP32-P4 Dual-Core RISC-V Processor – Delivers high-performance computing with single-precision FPU support
- 1080p Hardware Video Encoding – Supports H.264 encoding at 1080p@30fps for real-time edge AI applications
- MIPI CSI & DSI Interfaces – Enables direct connection to high-resolution cameras and displays
- Parallel Camera and Display Support – Provides flexibility for diverse vision and HMI designs
- Wi-Fi 6 & Bluetooth 5 Connectivity – Ensures fast, stable, and low-latency wireless communication
- Integrated Media Engine – Optimised for video processing, AI vision, and multimedia workloads
- IO Expansion Board Included – Simplifies prototyping and accelerates development cycles
- Ideal for Edge AI & Smart HMI – Suitable for AI cameras, interactive displays, and vision-based systems
High-Performance AI and Video Processing:
The ESP32-P4 is designed for advanced HMI and video applications. Its 360MHz dual-core RISC-V CPU includes a single-precision FPU and AI instruction extensions, resulting in high computational performance for complex algorithms. It has a professional-grade multimedia engine that can handle 1080p video feeds over its MIPI-CSI/DSI and parallel camera/display interfaces. The onboard hardware accelerator enables real-time H.264 encoding at 1080p@30fps, while the integrated ISP, PPA, and 2D-DMA assure smooth, responsive interface creation. With native support for capacitive touch and speech recognition, this kit is ideal for any intelligent interactive gadget.
Next-Generation Wireless Connectivity
All wireless duties are handled by a separate ESP32-C6 coprocessor, allowing the main ESP32-P4 CPU to focus solely on AI models and video processing. This separation guarantees that the core application performs at its best and remains stable.
- For AI cameras and smart Doorbells: Wi-Fi 6 delivers the high throughput and low latency required to smoothly feed processed 1080p footage to the cloud or a smartphone, minimizing stutter and lag even in congested wireless areas.
- For Interactive Panels and Robotics: Bluetooth 5 (LE) streamlines device commissioning by allowing for simple initial configuration via a smartphone application. This also enables the device to function as a hub, controlling adjacent Bluetooth sensors, smart locks, and lighting.
Rapid Prototyping with IO Expansion Board
The IO Expansion Board is intended to remove common hardware bottlenecks such as tangled wiring and shaky connections. It offers a clean, dependable, and clearly defined hardware core, allowing developers to focus on application code.
- For Robot Vision Systems:I2C gyroscopes and motor drivers can be connected straight into the relevant headers without having to consult pinout diagrams. Hardware may be manufactured in minutes, allowing development to transition directly to control algorithms.
- For Home Automation Panels: The clearly indicated UART headers allow for the quick connecting of LiDAR sensors or other serial peripherals. Ample power pins ensure that several sensors and a display receive reliable, simultaneous power, minimizing the frustration caused by an unstable power source.
ESP32-P4 Development Board & IO Expansion Board
Compatibility Notice:
This board employs the ESP32-P4 chip (v1.0). It's compatible with both the Arduino IDE and the ESP-IDF. Please be aware that the sophisticated MIPI-CSI and AI features now require the ESP-IDF. All other functionalities are completely supported by the Arduino IDE.
Applications
- AI-enabled network cameras with real-time facial recognition and video streaming
- Smart video doorbells or digital peephole viewers
- Object tracking gimbals and robot vision systems
- Interactive home automation control panels
- Multimedia advertising displays and interactive digital photo frames
Package Includes:
- FireBeetle 2 Board ESP32-P4 Microcontrollerx1
- IO Expansion Board for FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 x1
- 20pin-2.54mm Pin Header x2
