Industry 4.0 is driving a new wave of industrial revolution, with interconnectivity as its core feature, and further informatization and intelligence as typical characteristics. To meet the demands of Industry 4.0, Rockchip has specifically provided solutions for HMI (Human-Machine Interface), data acquisition and control, and AI vision, which are widely applied across various industrial fields. Leveraging years of expertise in FPGA technology, Xinming Technology introduces a domestic RK3588 + DSP + FPGA + AI industrial vision motherboard solution.

1. Functional Requirements

Equipped with video/image decoding unit, video/image encoding unit, serial communication unit, and video buffering unit;
Capable of image acquisition, frame buffering, preprocessing, and serial communication control;
Capable of image enhancement, object detection, and object tracking.

2. Performance Requirements

Real-time processing of video stream data at 1920×1080 resolution (25 frames per second);
Support real-time processing of video data using deep convolutional neural network models (e.g., YOLO series, Faster R-CNN series);

3. Interface Requirements

Video/image input interfaces: 1 CameraLink Base, 1 HD-SDI
Image output interface: 1 PAL
Control and communication I/O interface: 1 RS-422
Hardware debugging interfaces: FPGA – JTAG, DSP/AI chip – serial port
Power input: 28V DC
Network interface: RJ45

The RK3588 is a low-power, high-performance processor designed for ARM-based PCs, edge computing devices, personal mobile internet devices, and other digital multimedia applications. Built on an 8nm process, it integrates a quad-core Cortex-A76 and a quad-core Cortex-A55, both equipped with NEON technology. The RK3588 supports 8K 60fps video decoding, features a high-quality JPEG encoder/decoder and a professional image preprocessor. Its integrated GPU fully supports OpenGLES 1.1, 2.0, and 3.2. The RK3588 introduces a new-generation hardware-based ISP supporting up to 48MP resolution, and includes an NPU that supports INT4/INT8/INT16/FP16 mixed-precision computing. It is compatible with Android 12 and Linux operating systems.

Rockchip RK3588 Functional Block Diagram

Integrated NPU with Up to 6 TOPS Computing Power

The built-in NPU supports INT4/INT8/INT16/FP16 mixed-precision operations with a computing capacity of up to 6 TOPS. It supports deep learning frameworks, enabling easy conversion of network models based on TensorFlow, MXNet, PyTorch, Caffe, and others, empowering a wide range of AI applications.

8K Encoding + 8K Decoding, Simultaneous Multi-Channel Video Encoding and Decoding

The iTOP-3568 delivers powerful video encoding and decoding capabilities, supporting 8K@60fps H.265/H.264/VP9/AV1 video decoding and 8K@30fps H.265/H.264 video encoding. It can simultaneously decode over 40 streams of 1080P HD video, delivering clearer images with richer details.

Multi-Screen Display

The RK3568 supports quad-display output, enabling true 8K or dual 4K@120Hz display. It also supports 1080P HD resolution, enabling flexible combinations of ultra-high resolution, high frame rates, and multiple resolutions for heterogeneous multi-display applications, significantly enhancing customization capabilities for industrial applications.

Multi-Camera Support

The RK3588 integrates a 48MP security-grade ISP with advanced technologies including 3F HDR 20-bit, 3D noise reduction, distortion correction, and wide dynamic range contrast enhancement. It supports multiple camera inputs, delivering exceptional visual experiences in smart security applications.

Superior Network Communication Capabilities

In the era of artificial intelligence, more devices require stable network connectivity. The Xunwei RK3588 features dual onboard Gigabit Ethernet ports, a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo module, and supports 4G and 5G modules, ensuring stable data transmission and reliable connectivity for every connected device.

Display Interfaces

The development board supports 2 HDMI_TX high-definition output interfaces, 1 HDMI_RX high-definition input, 2 MIPI TX interfaces, and 1 eDP interface, enabling multi-channel 8K video output and 4K video input.

Data Interfaces – Ultimate Connectivity

Equipped with 1 PCIe 3.0 lane, 1 PCIe 2.0 lane, supporting M.2 SSD and SATA hard drives, 1 SATA 3.0 interface, 1 USB 3.0, 3 USB 2.0, and 1 Type-C interface, the board offers rich connectivity options to meet diverse interface requirements.

Beyond the hard advantages of high scalability, quality assurance, reliability, and long lifecycle, Rockchip's industrial-grade chip products also offer strong software support, a robust ecosystem, and extensive service experience—powerful soft capabilities that help customers across industrial applications achieve intelligent product upgrades.