DFRobot FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 IoT HMI Dev Board with MIPI-CSI/DSI

FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4: Edge AI & Multimedia Platform

The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 accelerates Edge AI and multimedia projects with its compact, highly-integrated design. Powered by a 360MHz dual-core RISC-V CPU, native MIPI-CSI/DSI interfaces, an onboard microphone, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, it is the ideal core for AI cameras, interactive GUIs, and smart home panels.

High-Performance AI Core

At its center, the board integrates a 360MHz dual-core RISC-V processor with single-precision FPU and AI instruction extensions. This enables direct deployment of lightweight ML models such as TensorFlow Lite for facial recognition, object detection, and voice-based AI assistants.

Native Multimedia Powerhouse

With native MIPI-CSI and MIPI-DSI interfaces, the board supports direct connection of high-resolution cameras and displays. Hardware accelerators for H.264 video and JPEG encoding allow efficient handling of 1080p video streams. Interfaces are pin-compatible with Raspberry Pi peripherals,, simplifying component sourcing.

Compact & Integrated Design

Measuring only 25.4 60mm, the FireBeetle 2 includes a PDM digital microphone for voice applications and a TF card slot for local storage. This integration reduces external modules, streamlines product design, and is ideal for space-constrained devices.

Future-Proof Connectivity

Equipped with an ESP32-C6 co-processor, the board supports Wi-Fi 6 for higher throughput and lower latency, plus Bluetooth 5 (LE) for versatile peripheral communication.

Board Interfaces

• MIPI-DSI Interface: 2-lane display port, Raspberry Pi compatible
• MIPI-CSI Interface: 2-lane camera port, Raspberry Pi compatible
• ESP32-C6 Co-processor: Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5 (LE)
• High-Speed USB OTG (Type-C): USB 2.0 port for fast data transfer
• USB CDC & Power (Type-C): Programming, debugging, and power
• PDM Microphone: Onboard digital mic for voice AI
• TF Card Slot: MicroSD storage for AI models and logs
• BOOT & RST Buttons: Reset and firmware download

For detailed pin descriptions, see the Product Wiki.

Development Kit

For rapid prototyping, consider the FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 Development Kit,which includes the board and an IO Expansion Board for plug-and-play peripherals.

Compatibility Notice

The board uses the ESP32-P4 chip (v1.0) at 360MHz. It supports both Arduino IDE and ESP-IDF. Note: MIPI-CSI and AI functions currently require ESP-IDF; other functions are fully Arduino-compatible.

Applications

• AI-Powered Network Cameras & Smart Surveillance
• AI Video Doorbells & Smart Peephole Viewers
• Object Tracking Gimbals
• Smart Home Control Panels
• Interactive Digital Photo Frames
• Multimedia Advertising Players

Specifications

Basic Parameters

• Operating voltage: 3.3V
• Type-C input voltage: 5V DC
• VIN input voltage: 5V DC
• Operating temperature: -10~60
• Module size: 25.4 60mm

CPU & Storage

• HP Core: RISC-V 32-bit Dual-core, 360 MHz
• LP Core: RISC-V 32-bit Single-core, 40 MHz
• 32MB PSRAM
• 16MB Flash
• 768 KB HP L2MEM
• 32 KB LP SRAM
• 128 KB HP ROM
• 16 KB LP ROM

Wi-Fi

• Protocols: IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax
• Modes: Station, SoftAP, SoftAP+Station, Promiscuous
• Frequency: 2.4GHz
• Bandwidth: 20/40 MHz
• Frame Aggregation: TX/RX A-MPDU, TX/RX A-MSDU

Bluetooth

• Protocol: Bluetooth 5
• Data rates: 125 Kbps, 500 Kbps, 1 Mbps, 2 Mbps

Interface Pins

• Digital I/O 24
• MIPI CSI 2 channels
• MIPI DSI 2 channels
• UART 5 + LP UART 1
• I2C 2 + LP I2C 1
• I3C 1
• I2S 3 + LP I2S 1
• SPI 2 + LP SPI 1
• High-speed USB OTG 2.0 1
• SDIO 2.0 1
• TOUCH 4 channels
• PWM Controller 8 channels
• Infrared Transceiver: TX 5, RX 5
• 12-bit SAR ADC 7 channels

Note: Pins are multiplexed; numbers above are maximum values.

Documents

ESP32-P4 Datasheet | FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 Schematic

Shipping List

• FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 Development Board 1
• 20-pin 2.54mm Male Header 2