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DFRobot FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 AI Vision Board (360MHz RISC-V, MIPI CSI/DSI, Wi-Fi 6)

₹2,409.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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The DFRobot FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 is a high-performance AI vision development board featuring a 360MHz dual-core RISC-V processor, native MIPI-CSI/DSI interfaces, and onboard Wi-Fi 6/Bluetooth 5 via an ESP32-C6 co-processor, designed for edge AI vision, multimedia control, and IoT applications with ESP-IDF and Raspberry Pi peripheral compatibility.

Features

  • Dual-core 360MHz RISC-V processor (ESP32-P4) with AI acceleration instructions for efficient edge vision tasks.
  • Integrated MIPI-CSI and MIPI-DSI interfaces for direct connection to high-resolution cameras and displays.
  • Onboard ESP32-C6 co-processor provides Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 (LE) for high-throughput, low-latency wireless connectivity.
  • Includes 32MB PSRAM and 16MB Flash, plus a MicroSD/TF card slot for expanded data and model storage.
  • Compact 25.4x60mm breadboard-friendly footprint with USB OTG Type-C, digital microphone, and 24x GPIOs for rapid prototyping.

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Description

The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 AI Vision Board is a compact, system-on-module platform engineered for next-generation edge AI and multimedia applications. Its core is the ESP32-P4, a dual-core 360MHz RISC-V processor enhanced with vector extensions for accelerating neural network inference, paired with a dedicated ESP32-C6 radio for concurrent Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 Low Energy operation, enabling robust, high-bandwidth wireless data pipelines.

Architected for vision-centric projects, the board provides native MIPI-CSI and MIPI-DSI interfaces, eliminating the need for bridge chips and allowing direct interfacing with Raspberry Pi-compatible camera sensors and displays. This, combined with hardware JPEG/H.264 encoding support, facilitates real-time video capture, processing, and streaming. Power management includes a low-power co-processor core for background tasks, and the 3.3V/5V operating scheme supports USB-C OTG for both data and power delivery.

Key Features

  • High-performance dual-core 360MHz RISC-V CPU with AI/ML instruction set extensions.
  • Native MIPI Camera Serial Interface (CSI) and Display Serial Interface (DSI) for streamlined multimedia integration.
  • Dedicated wireless subsystem via onboard ESP32-C6, delivering Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.
  • Ample 32MB PSRAM for buffering high-resolution image frames and complex AI models.
  • Integrated PDM digital microphone enables voice-command and audio AI applications.
  • USB 2.0 OTG Type-C port provides high-speed data transfer and flexible 5V power input.
  • MicroSD (TF) card slot supports expanded file storage for datasets, firmware, or media.
  • Compact, breadboard-compatible form factor with castellated holes for embedded deployment.

Applications

  • Edge AI vision systems for object detection, recognition, and classification.
  • Smart home control panels and interactive multimedia displays with touch input.
  • Real-time video streaming and surveillance devices with local analytics.
  • IoT gateways requiring high-bandwidth Wi-Fi 6 connectivity and camera data processing.
  • Prototyping platforms for Raspberry Pi camera and display accessory compatibility.

Technical Specifications

Microcontroller/SoCESP32-P4 (Dual-core RISC-V) + ESP32-C6 Co-Processor
Wireless ProtocolsWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5 Low Energy (BLE)
Processor Frequency360MHz (Main Cores), 40MHz (LP Core)
Memory32MB PSRAM, 16MB Flash
Multimedia InterfacesMIPI-CSI, MIPI-DSI, Hardware JPEG/H.264 Encoder
Supply Voltage3.3V (Operating), 5V DC (Input via USB-C)
InterfacesUSB 2.0 OTG Type-C, UART, I2C, I3C, SPI, I2S, ADC, 24x Digital I/O, PDM Mic
Storage ExpansionMicroSD (TF) Card Slot (supports up to 32GB)
Operating Temperature-10°C to 60°C
Dimensions60mm (L) x 25.4mm (W)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I program the FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 board?

The board is primarily programmed using the ESP-IDF (Espressif IoT Development Framework), which provides full support for the ESP32-P4 and ESP32-C6 chipsets. You can also use Arduino Core for ESP32 with appropriate board definitions. Connect via the USB Type-C port, select the correct COM port in your IDE, and flash using the standard ESP-IDF build and flash commands. The toolchain supports C/C++ development for leveraging the RISC-V cores and AI instructions.

Can I connect a Raspberry Pi camera module directly to this board?

Yes, the native MIPI-CSI interface is electrically compatible with Raspberry Pi camera modules (using a 15-pin FPC cable). You will need to configure the camera driver within ESP-IDF, as the software support differs from the Raspberry Pi OS. The board's hardware supports common sensor resolutions and provides the necessary clock and data lanes for direct image capture without requiring an adapter bridge chip.

What is the power supply requirement and typical operating current?

The board operates at 3.3V internally but is typically powered via the 5V input from the USB Type-C port. The exact operating current varies significantly with CPU load and wireless radio activity. During active Wi-Fi 6 transmission and CPU processing, expect currents in the range of 200-400mA. The integrated low-power core and deep sleep modes can reduce consumption to microamps for battery-powered sensor nodes when the main cores are suspended.

Package Includes

  • 1 x DFRobot FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 AI Vision Board
  • 2 x Header Pin Strips

Additional Information

Weight 0.01 kg
Dimensions 6 × 2.6 cm