SupTronics X1300 HDMI to CSI-2 Bridge for Raspberry Pi 5

The SupTronics X1300 HDMI to CSI-2 Bridge for Raspberry Pi 5 lets you capture 1080p60 HDMI video through the CSI interface.

The Supronics X1300 is an HDMI to CSI-2 bridge specifically designed for Raspberry Pi 5. Using the Toshiba TC358743XBG chip, it supports HDMI input up to 1080p at 60fps, allowing you to capture high-definition video from any HDMI source directly through the Pi’s CSI camera interface. This makes it ideal for projects where HDMI video needs to be integrated into a Raspberry Pi workflow - such as smart TVs, set-top boxes, digital signage, or KVM over IP systems. It’s also a practical solution for using HDMI-output cameras as CSI camera devices with Raspberry Pi boards, or for custom smart monitors and entertainment displays that require HDMI video capture. An onboard interface supports connection to the optional X1300-A2 I2S Audio Accessory, enabling HDMI audio capture via I2S. Combined with the Raspberry Pi 5’s H.264 encoding and CSI-2 input, this bridge board offers a compact, high-quality HDMI capture option for embedded video applications. Raspberry Pi, Active Cooler and X1300-A2 board not included. Features

* Compatible with Raspberry Pi 5

* Also compatible with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 IO board

* Capable of handling video formats up to 2K Full HD (1920x1080, 60fps)

* Equipped with the HDMI to CSI-2 bridge chip: Toshiba TC358743XBG

* Supports MIPI CSI-2 with 4 data lanes, each with speeds of up to 1 Gbps per lane

* Prevents HDMI backpowering to the Raspberry Pi CSI

* Features a CSI-2 connector: 22-pin FPC with 0.5mm pitch

* Ultra-compact design: 30 x 37.5 mm (PCB size)

* Compatible with the optional X1300-A2 I2S audio accessory board

Applications Here are some example applications of HDMI to CSI (Camera Serial Interface) conversion:

* Digital media adapters: Use HDMI to CSI adapters to connect HDMI cameras as if they were standard Raspberry Pi CSI cameras

* Smart monitors: Accept HDMI video streams and integrate them into display systems via CSI

* Set-top boxes (STBs): Handle HDMI signals from various sources efficiently using HDMI to CSI conversion

* Smart TVs: Enable features like picture-in-picture or video conferencing by processing HDMI input

* Entertainment screens: Ensure compatibility with gaming consoles, streaming devices, and other HDMI sources

* KVM over IP: Capture full HD video with low latency and support H.264 encoding for desktop streaming using Raspberry Pi-based IP-KVM solutions

HDMI to CSI adapters are especially useful when interfacing HDMI cameras with Raspberry Pi boards, enabling seamless HDMI video integration across applications. Specifications

Power supply 3.3VDC via FFC

Ports & connectors HDMI video input connector ×1 – Type-A 19-pin

MIPI connector ×1 – 22-pin 0.5mm pitch

10-pin functional connector ×1 – 10-pin 1.0 pitch

MIPI cable length 30mm

PCB size 37.5mm × 30mm

Resources

* Software setup/tutorials

* Hardware information and assembly

Package Contents

* 1x SupTronics X1300 HDMI to CSI-2 Bridge for Raspberry Pi 5

* 1x X1300-A1 V1.0 accessory (mounting) board

* 2x 22-pin MIPI FFC 30mm

* 1x Screw pack

Raspberry Pi, Active Cooler and X1300-A2 board not included.