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STMicroelectronics CAM-5G1-160CLR

Name: CAM-5G1-160CLR
Brand: STMicroelectronics
SKU: CAM-5G1-160CLR
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Part No.:: CAM-5G1-160CLR

Manufacturer:: STMicroelectronics

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Datasheet:: CAM-5G1-160CLR.pdf

Description:: PROMODULE FEATURING VD55G1 SENSO

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Overview

CAM-5G1-160CLR from STMicroelectronics is a plug-and-play camera module evaluation sample integrating the VD55G1 0.56-MP monochrome global shutter image sensor, ultra-wide-angle lens (160° diagonal FoV), clear optical filter, and Hirose BM28 30-pin FPC-to-board connector in a 6.5 × 6.5 mm head dimension package. It delivers RAW8/RAW10 output over single-lane MIPI CSI-2, supports autoexposure, background removal, and event-like mode, and is optimized for low-power embedded vision applications such as smart sensors and compact IoT cameras.

For engineers reviewing the CAM-5G1-160CLR datasheet, CAM-5G1-160CLR pinout, CAM-5G1-160CLR application, or CAM-5G1-160CLR equivalent, key selection considerations include its 160° DFOV ultra-wide lens performance, 0.825 mm EFL, <12% TV distortion, 6.4 cm minimum depth of field, and compatibility with ST's P-Board (MIPI CSI-2) and EVK Main (USB) evaluation platforms.

Technical Context

The CAM-5G1-160CLR implements the VD55G1 sensor's full on-chip imaging pipeline - including global shutter capture, auto-wake-up triggered by motion or light change, and context management across up to four user-defined configurations. Its MIPI CSI-2 1-lane interface operates at up to 1.5 Gbps per lane with embedded clock recovery, while I²C control (SCL/SDA pins) enables real-time register access for exposure, gain, and cropping.

Optical design centers on an f/2.0 ultra-wide lens with 0.825 mm effective focal length and 105° × 120° × 160° (D/H/V) field of view. Mechanical integration uses a cleanroom-assembled, glued, and tested lens assembly mounted on a 6.5 × 6.5 mm PCB head, with total outer dimensions of 12.40 × 8.0 × 5.72 mm and 7.45 mm offset from connector to optical center.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
Sensor	VD55G1 monochrome global shutter, 804 × 704 resolution (0.56 MP)
Output Interface	Single-lane MIPI CSI-2, supporting RAW8 and RAW10 formats
Lens FoV (D/H/V)	160° / 120° / 105° - enables ultra-wide scene capture in constrained spaces
EFL & Aperture	0.825 mm focal length, f/2.0 - balances wide angle with usable low-light sensitivity
Distortion (TV)	<12% - limits geometric correction requirements in real-time processing pipelines
Depth of Field	6.4 cm → ∞ - supports focus-free operation from near-field to infinity
Supply Voltages	VANA_2V8 (2.8 V), VCORE_1V15 (1.15 V), VDDIO_1V8 (1.8 V) - enables low-power system partitioning

Pinout & Package

Package: Surface-mount 6.5 × 6.5 mm head dimension module with 30-pin Hirose BM28 B0.6-30DP/2-0.35V FPC-to-board connector; total outer dimensions 12.40 × 8.0 × 5.72 mm; optical center offset 7.45 mm from connector edge.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
GND	Ground reference	Multiple dedicated ground pins ensure signal integrity for high-speed MIPI lanes and analog sensor core
DATA1P / DATA1N	MIPI CSI-2 data lane differential pair	Carries serialized pixel data; requires controlled 100 Ω differential impedance routing
CLKP / CLKN	MIPI CSI-2 clock lane differential pair	Embedded clock recovery eliminates need for separate clock trace; 1.5 Gbps max rate
SCL / SDA	I²C control interface	Configures sensor registers (exposure, gain, cropping) at standard-mode (100 kHz) or fast-mode (400 kHz)
GPIO0–GPIO3	General-purpose digital I/O	Support external trigger synchronization, illumination control, or context switching between 4 preloaded modes
XSHUTDOWN	Hardware reset and power-down control	Pulling low forces sensor into hardware standby; enables rapid wake-up via auto-wake feature
VCORE_1V15	Digital core supply	Supplies 1.15 V to sensor logic and MIPI transmitter; decoupling critical for jitter-sensitive clock recovery
VANA_2V8	Analog sensor supply	Provides 2.8 V to pixel array and analog front-end; low-noise regulation required for SNR preservation
VDDIO_1V8	I/O interface supply	Drives MIPI and I²C signaling levels; matches host processor I/O voltage domain
CLKIN	External reference clock input	Accepts 6–27 MHz crystal or oscillator; used for timing calibration and PLL lock stability

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
Autoexposure + auto-wake	Enables autonomous operation in battery-powered devices: wakes only when scene luminance or motion exceeds threshold
Background removal	Real-time subtraction of static scene elements reduces bandwidth and processing load for motion-triggered analytics
Event-like mode	Outputs only pixel regions where intensity change exceeds programmable delta-threshold - cuts data volume by >90% vs full-frame streaming
Four-context memory	Stores exposure, gain, cropping, and binning settings per context; allows instant switching between lighting or scene conditions
NIR-compatible clear filter	Transmits 400–1100 nm without bandpass restriction - supports both visible and NIR illumination in same module

Applications

Smart Industrial Sensor

Compact IoT Camera

Use Scenario: Real-time monitoring of conveyor belt objects in factory automation with limited mounting space and variable ambient light.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Global shutter image sensor capturing motion-free images at 60 fps; event-like mode triggers capture only on object arrival.

Use Value: Eliminates motion blur without external strobe; 160° FoV covers full belt width in single frame; autoexposure maintains contrast across lighting shifts.

Use Scenario: Low-power occupancy detection in smart building nodes using passive IR + vision fusion.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Vision co-processor providing motion-triggered stills or cropped ROI streams to MCU; auto-wake synchronizes with PIR assertion.

Use Value: Reduces average current to <100 µA in standby; 6.4 cm DoF ensures reliable detection from 0.3–5 m; clear filter enables dual-band (visible+NIR) operation.

Wearable Health Monitor

Drone Proximity Sensor

Use Scenario: Contactless respiration rate measurement via chest movement tracking on wearable chest strap.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Monochrome global shutter sensor capturing high-SNR, low-latency video at 30 fps; background removal isolates chest region.

Use Value: 0.56 MP resolution suffices for ROI-based FFT analysis; ultra-wide FoV accommodates strap placement variance; low 1.15 V core supply extends battery life.

Use Scenario: Obstacle avoidance during low-altitude drone flight in GPS-denied indoor environments.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Embedded vision node feeding depth-from-motion or optical flow algorithms; GPIO0 synchronized to IMU timestamp.

Use Value: 160° FoV provides early obstacle detection at 2–8 m range; single-lane MIPI minimizes PCB routing complexity; 5.72 mm height fits within drone chassis constraints.

Availability

CAM-5G1-160CLR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smart industrial sensors, compact IoT cameras, wearable health monitors, and drone proximity sensors requiring stable component supply, rapid evaluation turnaround, and seamless integration with ST's P-Board and EVK Main development ecosystems.

Supply support for CAM-5G1-160CLR includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader designing and manufacturing microcontrollers, sensors, power management ICs, and imaging solutions for automotive, industrial, and consumer applications.

The CAM-55G1 promodule family is part of ST's BrightSense portfolio, engineered to accelerate evaluation and integration of advanced image sensors in resource-constrained embedded systems through standardized mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces.

FAQ

What evaluation hardware is required to use CAM-5G1-160CLR with a PC?

The CAM-5G1-160CLR requires ST's EVK Main hardware tool to connect to a Windows or Linux PC via USB. The EVK Main provides USB-to-MIPI bridge functionality, power regulation, and firmware to route sensor data to the Evaluation GUI software. No additional adapter or FPGA board is needed - the module plugs directly into the EVK Main's Hirose BM28 socket.

Can CAM-5G1-160CLR be used with Raspberry Pi or NVIDIA Jetson platforms?

Yes - CAM-5G1-160CLR is compatible with embedded platforms supporting MIPI CSI-2 input, including Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 and NVIDIA Jetson Nano/Orin. ST provides open-source Linux drivers and device tree overlays for these platforms. Physical connection requires ST's P-Board, which adapts the 30-pin Hirose interface to standard 22-pin or 15-pin MIPI camera connectors.

Does the 160° FoV lens introduce significant image distortion, and is correction supported?

The ultra-wide lens exhibits <12% TV distortion, primarily barrel-type, concentrated at image edges. ST's Evaluation GUI and Linux software tools include built-in distortion correction profiles calibrated per lens variant. Users can apply real-time correction in software or configure the VD55G1's internal LUT-based correction engine for hardware-accelerated undistortion before output.

How does the "event-like mode" reduce data throughput compared to full-frame streaming?

Event-like mode outputs only pixels where intensity change exceeds a programmable threshold - typically reducing active pixel count by 70–95% per frame. For a 804 × 704 sensor, this cuts raw data volume from ~1.1 MB/frame (RAW10) to under 150 KB/frame. The mode operates entirely in-sensor hardware, requiring no host-side preprocessing and lowering bandwidth, storage, and compute demands proportionally.

CAM-5G1-160CLR Specifications

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7.What is the process for return or replacement of CAM-5G1-160CLR?

All CAM-5G1-160CLR units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with CAM-5G1-160CLR, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:

1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.

2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.

3.The CAM-5G1-160CLR part is unused and in its original packaging.

Return procedure for CAM-5G1-160CLR:

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