Camera Connection and Usage

Connection and Configuration Notes

• Connection Method: The D8 motherboard connects to an external camera via its USB-A port, which is then recognized and configured by the host computer.
• Camera Requirements: Please use a driver-free, plug-and-play USB camera. Such cameras can be used directly in Klipper on systems like Linux or Armbian without requiring additional driver installation.
• Software Environment: This tutorial is based on the latest versions of Klipper, Crowsnest, and Fluidd. If you are using Mainsail or other tools, the configuration principles are similar. For specific steps, please refer to their official documentation.

Searching for the Camera ID

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• Ensure the camera is connected to the host computer.

• Click DEVICES at the top, then click VIDEO, and finally click refresh.
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• Locate path_by_id and copy the line following it.
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Adding the ID

• Add the ID and save the configuration.
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Enabling the Camera

• Click Settings, select Camera, and then click Add Camera.
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• Enter a preferred name and click Save.
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Verifying Activation

• Click Dashboard; the camera feed should appear normally.
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• If it does not display, restart the system again.