1. Introduction
The NVIDIA Jetson T5000 series carrier boards feature multi-camera interface compatibility, supporting mainstream image transmission protocols such as GMSL3, GMSL2, FPD-Link III, SDI, and MIPI CSI-2, providing a solid hardware foundation for multi-scenario vision acquisition.
Earlier this week, NVIDIA officially launched the Jetson T5000 AI module, which had previously been integrated into the Jetson AGX Thor Developer Kit. With a computing performance of 2070 TOPS, the module’s capabilities have been validated across the industry. Several hardware vendors have already announced or previewed derivative products based on this SoM, marking the rapid deployment stage of the Jetson T5000 ecosystem.
Gauntlet carrier board with two FAKRA connectors for GMSL2/GMSL3 cameras
Among the supporting hardware, Connect Tech’s Gauntlet carrier board represents a key peripheral solution for the Jetson T5000. The board utilizes a 16-lane MIPI expansion connector for core functionality expansion. It supports multiple camera input protocols (GMSL3/GMSL2/FPD-Link III/SDI/MIPI CSI-2), integrates DisplayPort video output, Gigabit Ethernet (GbE), 10GbE, USB 3.2 ports, and abundant I/O resources, making it fully suitable for physical AI, robotics, autonomous systems, and edge AI computing in industrial applications.
2. Gauntlet Carrier Board (Model: AGX301-09T) Specifications
2.1 Module Compatibility
- Supports only NVIDIA Jetson T5000 SoM
- Fully compatible in terms of hardware interfaces and power logic
2.2 Storage Expansion
- 2 × M.2 Key M 2280 slots:
- 1 × PCIe Gen3 ×4 for high-performance NVMe SSD
- 1 × PCIe Gen3 ×2 for cost-effective NVMe storage or other M.2 devices
2.3 Video Output
- 1 × DisplayPort for high-definition video output, suitable for local monitoring or display terminals
2.4 Vision Acquisition Interfaces
- Core Expansion: 1 × 16-lane MIPI expansion connector for camera interface bridging
- Protocol Support: Direct interface to GMSL3, GMSL2, FPD-Link III, SDI, and MIPI CSI-2 image sensors without extra protocol conversion modules
- Physical Connectivity: 2 × FAKRA connectors for high-speed GMSL2/GMSL3 camera signals
2.5 Networking
- Wired: 2 × 10GBASE-T 10GbE RJ45 ports + 2 × 1000BASE-T GbE RJ45 ports for high-bandwidth data transfer and redundancy
- Wireless: Supports WiFi, Bluetooth, and cellular (4G LTE/5G) via M.2 modules for wireless deployment scenarios
2.6 USB Interfaces
- 1 × USB 3.2 OTG Type-C port (bidirectional data and device control)
- 1 × USB 3.2 Type-C port (data only)
2.7 Expansion Interfaces
Wireless Modules:
- 1 × M.2 Key-E 2230 slot (WiFi/Bluetooth, PCIe or USB 2.0 compatible)
- 1 × M.2 Key-B 3042/3052 slot (4G LTE/5G) with Nano SIM, USB 3.0 compatible
Industrial Control Interfaces:
- 2 × I2C, 2 × SPI (3.3V, industrial-level peripheral communication)
- 2 × RS232/422/485 multi-protocol serial interfaces
- 2 × UART (3.3V, for low-speed data or debugging)
- 4 × 3.3V GPIO inputs, 6 × 3.3V GPIO outputs (2 PWM-capable for motors or pulse signals)
- 3.3V power pin (max 1A) for small peripherals
- 2 dedicated connectors for 4 × CAN 2.0b non-isolated ports
2.8 Power and Physical Characteristics
- Power Input: 6-pin Mini-Fit Jr. connector, +30V to +60V DC wide-range input
- Dimensions: 155 × 126 mm, compact design for embedded integration
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C, suitable for extreme industrial environments
2.9 Cooling Design
- Jetson T5000 Module Cooling: Pre-installed active cooling solution (fan + heatsink)
- Auxiliary Cooling: Dedicated heatsinks for 3 high-power components on the carrier board to prevent thermal throttling
3. Product Delivery and Application Scenarios
3.1 Delivery Status
- Gauntlet carrier boards are shipped with the Jetson T5000 module pre-installed
- Software: JetPack 7.0 BSP pre-configured and flashed, ready for immediate development or deployment
3.2 Typical Applications
- Robotics: Humanoid robot motion control, industrial AMR navigation, robotic arm vision guidance
- Intelligent Transportation: Autonomous vehicles (L4 and below) perception and decision-making
- Vision AI: Multi-camera object tracking, anomaly detection, automated video summarization (requires NVIDIA Metropolis + VSS Blueprint)
- Medical Imaging: Real-time medical image processing and analysis (requires NVIDIA Holoscan)
Bottom side with camera expansion, four M.2 sockets
Top side without Jetson T5000 installed
4. Market and Procurement Information
- Distributor: WDL Systems lists the carrier board online, currently out of stock, no official pricing announced
- Accessories: Requires MSG121 power supply module (USD 187)
- Notes: Connect Tech has not yet disclosed compatible MIPI adapters; check the official product page for updates
