WOLF-1537
Overview
HPEC + 4K Video Conversion in One 3U VPX Slot
The VPX3U-AD5000E-FGX2-CV module includes an NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada embedded GPU and a WOLF FGX2 in a rugged 3U VPX module. The NVIDIA RTX 5000 embedded GPU provides the advanced processing capabilities for high performance embedded computing (HPEC) and artificial intelligence (AI) processing. The WOLF FGX2 provides video conversion for up to 4K formats which are not native to the GPU, such as SDI, ARINC 818, and other formats by request.
The NVIDIA Ada architecture includes CUDA cores for HPEC, 4th generation Tensor cores for AI and data science computations, and 3rd generation Ray Tracing (RT) cores for visually accurate rendering. The Ada GPU uses a new TSMC 4N NVIDIA Custom Manufacturing Process which increases efficiency. The denser Ada GPUs have more CUDA and Tensor cores operating at higher clock frequencies at the same power, delivering significantly more performance per watt compared to WOLF’s previous generation product.
Unlocking the best performance requires the best cooling capability. WOLF’s advanced cooling technology is designed to move heat using a low weight, high efficiency path from the GPU die to the wedgelocks.
Block Diagram
The block diagram shows the RTX 5000 Ada GPU coupled to FGX2 video conversion, emphasizing the paths where GPU rendering/compute interfaces with non-native video I/O via the FGX2. It highlights the PCIe data path between GPU and the rest of the VPX system, and the FGX2 routing used to translate and deliver SDI/ARINC and other requested formats.
Features
WOLF-1537 is a rugged 3U VPX module that combines an NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada GPU with WOLF FGX2 video conversion to support embedded AI/HPEC processing and converted video output workflows. It includes 16 GB GDDR6 memory and supports up to 4x 12G-SDI or ARINC 818 video outputs, with an option for 1x DisplayPort/HDMI/DVI output. Module power is configurable from 80W to 140W, and the design aligns to OpenVPX slot profile 14.4.4.
GPU Features
- Ada GPU parallel processing:
- CUDA Toolkit 12, CUDA Compute capability 8.9
- CUDA-X AI and CUDA-X HPEC libraries
- OpenCL 3.0, DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, OpenGL ES 3.2, Vulkan 1.2
- 304 Tensor Cores (4th Gen)
- 76 Ray Tracing cores (3rd Gen)
- NVENC (8th Gen) and NVDEC (5th Gen) with up to 8K video encoding and hardware decoding support
Connectivity / System Management
- IPMI system management, up to Tier 3
- NVIDIA GPUDirect RDMA support
- Linux and Windows drivers
- AD103 GPU support requires one of the following host CPUs: Intel H/HX/P/PX/S Class, AMD H/HS Class
Mechanical / Open Systems Architecture
- High level of ruggedization:
- Rugged conduction cooled
- Operating temp: CC: - 40° to +70°C optimal, up to +85°C operational
- Vibration (sine wave): 10G peak, 5 - * Shock: 40G peak
- Dimensions: 160mm x 100mm x 25.4mm
- Weight: 1.33 kg
- ANSI/VITA 48, 65 (VPX- REDI, OpenVPX)
- OpenVPX slot profile 14.4.4
Specifications
Key configuration and performance parameters for WOLF-1537 are summarized below for quick comparison. Values shown reflect the standard module configuration; contact WOLF if you need a tailored build or a specific payload profile.
Configuration Guide
The following table defines series of common order codes for the VPX3U-AD5000E-FGX2-CV module. The asterisks denote characters of the part number that are defined based on common configuration options.
Some configuration options for this module include:
- Display Interfaces
- Conformal Coatings
- Variant Locked
- Default Power Threshold
Contact Sales for the latest Ordering Numbers and available options.
Representative ordering numbers
| Ordering Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 153733-F***-***VPX3vA0 | 3U VPX, Conduction Cooled, NVIDIA Ada RTX 5000, FGX2, 14.4.4 profile, Video out 4 x 12G-SDI outputs |
| 153733-F***-***VPX3vA0 | 3U VPX, Conduction Cooled, NVIDIA Ada RTX 5000, FGX2, 14.4.4 profile, Display output 1 x DP++ for HDMI/DVI output, Video out 2 x 12G-SDI outputs |
Related Products
- NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada (AD103)
- 9728 CUDA Cores, 304 Tensor Cores
- 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM
- PCIe Gen 4
- SOSA Payload, SOSA Legacy
- Module power 60–140 W
- NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada (AD103)
- 9728 CUDA Cores, 304 Tensor Cores
- 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM
- PCIe Gen 4
- OpenVPX
- Module power 70–140 W
- NVIDIA RTX 5000 Ada (AD103)
- 9728 CUDA Cores, 304 Tensor Cores
- 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM
- PCIe Gen 4, 100GbE
- SOSA Payload
- Module power 100–140 W
FAQ
Choose WOLF-1537 when your program requires video formats that are not native to the GPU, such as SDI or ARINC 818, and you want those outputs integrated on the same 3U VPX compute module.
This module is typically selected for:
- Mission systems that need converted video outputs (e.g., SDI/ARINC) for downstream equipment
- Platforms where the GPU is doing AI/compute/rendering and you must deliver the result into a non-DP video ecosystem
If your system only needs native GPU display outputs (DP/HDMI/DVI), a video-output module without FGX2 is often simpler.
FGX2 is the bridge between GPU-produced content and non-native video formats.
A common architectural pattern is:
- GPU performs compute/render/inference
- FGX2 performs format conversion/output conditioning for required interfaces (e.g., SDI/ARINC)
- Outputs are delivered over the configured physical interface set
Design implications:
- Plan early whether you are optimizing for maximum converted outputs or a mix of converted + native display.
- Treat conversion as part of the system pipeline (timing, buffering, and output interface selection), not just an I/O checkbox.
Confirm these early because they directly affect backplane and system I/O design:
- Converted output requirement: up to 4x 12G-SDI or ARINC 818 outputs are supported (format mix may be configuration dependent).
- Native display option: there is an option for 1x DisplayPort/HDMI/DVI output (via DP++ style configuration).
- Profile alignment: the module aligns to OpenVPX slot profile 14.4.4, so confirm your chassis/backplane expects that profile.
If your downstream equipment is SDI/ARINC-based, lock the video interface plan early so the physical I/O and conversion configuration remain consistent through integration.
The most important choices typically control how the module presents video and how it fits in the platform:
- Display interface configuration: converted outputs vs mixed converted + native display.
- Default power threshold (80W-140W envelope): should match chassis cooling capability for sustained Ada GPU performance.
- Program build controls: conformal coatings and variant locking for deployed environments and configuration control.
Contact Sales for the latest ordering numbers and available configuration options.