Instructions for Setting up Cam2IP to Run Automatically on Boot
- Download cam2IP, extract the files, and place executable on the Desktop.
- Open Terminal.
- Type:
sudo nano /lib/systemd/system/cam2ip.service - Hit enter.
- In the resulting text editor, type:
[Unit] Description=Cam2IP Service After=multi-user.target [Service] Type=idle ExecStart=/home/pi/Desktop/cam2ip -width 1920 -height 1080 [Install] WantedBy=multi-user.target
- Type Control+O to save the file, then Control+X to exit the text editor.
- Type:
sudo systemctl daemon-reload - Hit enter.
- Type:
sudo systemctl enable cam2ip.service - Type:
sudo reboot - Hit enter.
- Confirm that cam2ip starts automatically when the Pi restarts, then shut down again and install it in the laser.
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Below are links to various tools and materials used in this project to get you going. As a heads up, some are affiliate links which allows me to receive a small commission if you buy something, at no extra cost to you. Every little bit helps me continue making videos like this, so I appreciate your support and consideration!
Raspberry Pi Mini Computer: https://www.pishop.us/product/raspberry-pi-4-model-b-1gb/?src=raspberrypi
Raspberry Pi Power Cord: https://amzn.to/3KIb5Bb
Raspberry Pi Case: https://amzn.to/3v3QyjD
SD Card: https://amzn.to/3LWCPSL
Cam2IP Github: https://github.com/gen2brain/cam2ip
Open Broadcaster Software: https://obsproject.com/