Anonymous
Mar 29, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable for industrial prototyping
We tested this for a factory monitoring node. The PoE feature simplified cabling significantly, and the board has been running stable for weeks without overheating.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| Processor | Rockchip RV1106 Dual-core ARM Cortex-A7 up to 1.2GHz |
| Memory | 256MB DDR4 RAM |
| Storage | 128MB SPI NAND Flash (expandable via MicroSD) |
| Connectivity | Dual-band WiFi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Ethernet | 10/100Mbps Ethernet with Power over Ethernet (PoE) support |
| Video Output | MIPI DSI interface supporting up to 1080p@30fps |
| Camera Interface | MIPI CSI-2 for connecting external camera modules |
| Operating System | Pre-loaded Buildroot Linux (Yocto Project compatible) |
| GPIO Pins | Multiple programmable GPIOs, I2C, SPI, UART, and PWM |
| Power Supply | 5V DC via USB-C or PoE input (802.3af compliant) |
Anonymous
Mar 29, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable for industrial prototyping
We tested this for a factory monitoring node. The PoE feature simplified cabling significantly, and the board has been running stable for weeks without overheating.
Anonymous
Mar 26, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Excellent video capabilities
The hardware encoding on the RV1106 is surprisingly efficient. I'm streaming 1080p video with low latency, which is exactly what I needed for my security cam project.
Anonymous
Mar 15, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great value, minor documentation gaps
Hardware is solid and the RV1106 chip handles video processing well. I wish the GPIO pinout diagram in the wiki was more detailed, but the community forums helped fill the blanks.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Compact powerhouse
Used this for a mobile robot vision system. The camera interface works flawlessly with standard modules, and Bluetooth connectivity allowed easy debugging from my phone.
Anonymous
Mar 04, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for IoT Edge Projects
The inclusion of PoE makes this board a game-changer for my smart home sensors. Setup was straightforward, and the WiFi range is impressive for such a small form factor.
Anonymous
Mar 01, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good learning board for Linux
As someone new to embedded Linux, this board offered a gentle learning curve. Boot times are fast, and there are plenty of example projects available online.
Q: Is there a heatsink included, or do I need to buy one separately for heavy loads?
A: The board comes with a small passive heatsink attached to the SoC. For typical workloads, this is sufficient. For continuous high-load video encoding, we recommend adding active airflow or a larger heatsink.
Q: Can I power this board using a standard USB charger if I don't use PoE?
A: Absolutely. The board features a USB-C port that accepts standard 5V/2A input. PoE is an alternative method for environments where running a separate power cable is inconvenient.
Q: How do I access the board if I don't have a monitor connected?
A: You can access the board headlessly via SSH over WiFi or Ethernet once configured. Alternatively, you can use the UART debug pins with a USB-to-TTL adapter for console access during initial setup.
Q: What is the maximum resolution supported by the MIPI CSI camera interface?
A: The RV1106 ISP supports up to 5MP sensors at 30fps or 1080p at 60fps. Compatibility depends on the specific sensor driver available in the Linux kernel.
Q: Does this board support Python programming out of the box?
A: Yes, the pre-loaded Linux image includes Python 3. You can install additional libraries via pip or the package manager depending on your specific Buildroot configuration.