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10.Jun.2025
Deploying NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin Industrial Computer in Modern Patrol Vehicles
In today’s modern policing, real-time situational awareness, high-quality video evidence, and AI-assisted analytics are critical capabilities for officers in the field. That’s why forward-looking police fleets are upgrading their vehicle systems with rugged industrial edge computers and advanced camera technology.
In this blog, we’ll take a deep dive into how our JCO-6000-ORN NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin-powered industrial computer paired with 8x GMSL2 cameras is deployed inside a police car, how it connects to other vehicle systems, and why this architecture delivers superior performance for mobile law enforcement applications.
Why Use GMSL Cameras in Police Cars?
Before we get into system architecture, let’s first understand why GMSL (Gigabit Multimedia Serial Link) cameras are the top choice for modern in-vehicle video applications:
✅ Long Distance, Single Cable: GMSL2 supports up to 15 meters over coax (with power, video, and control over one cable), ideal for large vehicle interiors.
✅ Low Latency & High Frame Rates: Critical for real-time AI analytics like object/person detection, license plate recognition, or incident recording.
✅ High Resolution: 4K or multi-megapixel camera support provides the image clarity needed for evidence-grade video.
✅ EMI Robustness: Designed for automotive environments, immune to interference from radios, sirens, or other vehicle electronics.
System Workflow: How the JCO-6000-ORN Operates Inside a Police Car
Modern police vehicles are mobile command centers, combining video surveillance, AI analytics, and secure communications all on the move. The JCO-6000-ORN is designed to serve as the AI brain of this system, seamlessly integrating with cameras, vehicle sensors, and communication networks.
Here’s a step-by-step look at how the system is typically deployed inside a patrol car from hardware installation to data flow so you can easily visualize how everything works together:
1. Core System: JCO-6000-ORN Installation
- Location: The JCO-6000-ORN is mounted in the trunk or under the seat, depending on the police car model. It is compact, rugged, and fanless, making it suitable for harsh vehicle environments.
- Power: Connected to vehicle ignition power (12V) with an intelligent power management setup for safe boot-up/shutdown.
- Networking: The 2x LAN ports (10GbE and 1GbE) can connect to:
- In-car router (for 4G/5G connectivity)
- In-vehicle network devices (dash tablet, MDT—mobile data terminal, etc.)
2. Video Capture: 8x GMSL2 Cameras
- Connection: The JCO-6000-ORN provides 2x Quad Port Mini-FAKRA connectors, each supporting 4 GMSL2 cameras, for a total of 8.
- Camera Placement Example:
- Front Windshield → Traffic & license plate capture
- Rear Windshield → Pursuit recording
- Left & Right Side Mirrors → Peripheral awareness & blind spots
- Rear Seat Cabin → Passenger monitoring for evidence during transports
- Body-mounted camera relay → Officer-worn camera feed
- License Plate Zoom Camera → High zoom for plate recognition
Simple, single-cable connections for each camera
Easier installation & serviceability compared to USB or Ethernet cameras
Zero frame loss & synchronized capture across all 8 channels
3. Storage & AI Processing
- SSD: 1x NVMe SSD (default 128GB or larger) stores:
- Continuous video recording from all cameras
- AI metadata (objects detected, timestamps, alerts)
- Object & face recognition
- License plate recognition (ALPR)
- Behavior analysis (aggressive driving, suspect actions)
- Real-time streaming to command centers
- Location & Telemetry Tracking
- Video Management & Post-Processing
4. Connectivity for Live Streaming & Remote Access
- 5G/4G: Via M.2 B-Key slot with SIM card:
- Live stream video to dispatch centers
- Upload incidents to cloud storage
- Receive OTA updates for AI models or OS
- USB 3.2 port can connect external storage or diagnostic tools
- HDMI provides live video output to an in-car display for officer monitoring
5. Vehicle System Integration
- CAN Bus: 2x CAN 2.0B ports connect to the vehicle’s CAN bus to:
- Trigger camera recording based on events (lights on, sirens activated, door open)
- Overlay vehicle telemetry (speed, brake status) on video
- Radar guns
- In-vehicle GPS receivers
Real-World Example: How JCO-6000-ORN with GMSL Cameras Supports High-Speed Pursuit
Let’s walk through a common real-world scenario where JCO-6000-ORN + 8x GMSL cameras give police a major advantage:
Situation
During an evening patrol, a police vehicle is scanning traffic using its front GMSL camera and JCO-6000-ORN AI engine. The onboard license plate recognition (ALPR) detects a stolen vehicle in front. The officer prepares to initiate a traffic stop, but the suspect vehicle suddenly flees escalating the situation into a high-speed pursuit.
Action
The officer activates lights and sirens. The JCO-6000-ORN automatically detects this via the CAN Bus and:
- Marks the video timeline for event tracking.
- Triggers live streaming of critical camera feeds (front, side, rear) over 5G to the command center.
- Synchronizes recording from all 8x GMSL cameras, capturing every angle of the pursuit without frame loss.
- Throughout the event, the AGX Orin continues real-time AI processing, tagging objects and license plates, while telemetry data (vehicle speed, brake status) is embedded into the video.
Result
Command staff receive a real-time view of the pursuit, enabling coordinated response and route planning. The officer benefits from enhanced situational awareness through the in-car display. Once the suspect is apprehended, rear cabin cameras document the transport.
Finally, all video, metadata, and event markers are securely stored on the NVMe SSD and uploaded to cloud storage, providing evidence-grade multi-angle video for post-incident analysis and legal use.
Built for Harsh Environments: Industrial-Grade Reliability
Beyond AI performance, the JCO-6000-ORN is built to survive where typical hardware fails. With 50G shock resistance, 5 Grms vibration tolerance, and an operating temperature range of -20°C to 55°C, this industrial-grade computer is ideal for the demanding conditions of in-vehicle police use whether it’s a high-speed pursuit or roadside standby in extreme weather.
Conclusion: Smarter Eyes on the Road with GMSL and Edge AI
As law enforcement agencies face rising demands for real-time awareness, rapid response, and secure video evidence, upgrading patrol vehicles with intelligent, ruggedized systems is no longer optional, it’s essential. The JCO-6000-ORN, powered by NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin and integrated with 8x GMSL2 cameras, transforms a standard police car into a fully connected, AI-enabled command unit.
From high-speed pursuits to passenger monitoring and automatic license plate recognition, this solution delivers low-latency, high-resolution, multi-angle video, paired with onboard AI analytics and instant communication via 4G/5G. Unlike legacy systems, the use of GMSL camera technology ensures synchronized, EMI-resistant, and efficient video transmission even in high-vibration environments.
By adopting this architecture, law enforcement agencies gain not just a surveillance upgrade, but a force multiplier enhancing officer safety, public trust, and operational efficiency.
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