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Re: Configuring OpenCV with PandaBoard

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Originally Posted by Goldenchest View Post
I currently have Ubuntu 12.04 installed on the PandaBoard, but I've been having some trouble installing the OMAP 4 addons (is this is even necessary?), so it could change if I find a better OS.

I'm planning to use the IP Axis camera that came in the kit, but I also have a typical webcam to use as a backup if necessary. I wouldn't need to hack either of those, would I?

And I guess that part about the code being on the PandaBoard was pretty stupid
it's alright, but does that make sense?

I know for a fact that a webcam you go and by at the store does not require any work arounds to use it, not entirely sure about a webcam built into a computer however.

I have personally never used the IP Axis Camera, but due to the sheer volume of teams that do use it, i assume you dont have to hack it, and if you do, it will be something simple.

I dont believe you need the OMAP 4 addons to run opencv, if you do however: http://omappedia.org/wiki/PandaBoard_Ubuntu_PPA

As for finding a better OS....Ubuntu is essentially the king of all OS for programming. It has a fast compile time, terminal is very easy to learn, and doesn't bug you with a bunch a features like windows and mac does.
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