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 driverless, 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. Please refer to their official documentation for specific steps.

Search Camera ID

Tip

• Please ensure that the camera is connected to the USB-A interface on the motherboard, and the dial switch has been toggled to USB extension mode (toggle to the right)

• Click on DEVICES above, then click on VIDEO, and finally click refresh
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• Locate path_by_id and copy the line below 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 if Enabled

• Click on the Dashboard. Normally, the camera feed should now appear.
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• If it does not display, try restarting the system again.