General Checklist for Camera Recognition Issues in Geobank for Field Teams

Introduction

Micromine Geobank For Field Teams (MGFFT) is designed to integrate with built-in cameras on devices like toughpads or laptops as well as external DSLR cameras for capturing high-quality imagery.

 Issue

Occasionally, MGFFT may not recognise a connected DSLR camera.
This guide provides a general checklist to troubleshoot and resolve the issue.

 Solution

 General Considerations for Camera Integration

1. Camera Compatibility:

- MGFFT has been tested to interface successfully with both Canon and Nikon DSLR cameras.

- Specific actions might be required depending on the brand:

- Nikon DSLR Cameras: The model is required to be specified in MGFFT.
- Canon DSLR Cameras: Utilises a generic driver; hence, specifying the model is unnecessary.

2. Software Requirements:

- MGFFT version 25.0 utilises Canon’s 64-bit EOS Software Development Kit (ESDK).

- Not all Canon EOS cameras are supported, despite the Development Kit name suggesting broad compatibility:

Supported Canon Camera Models Include:

EOS Kiss M2	EOS 50D	EOS-1D C	EOS Rebel T6
EOS M50 Mark II	EOS 5D Mark II	EOS Kiss X7i	EOS 1300D
EOS R6	EOS Kiss X3	EOS 700D	EOS Kiss X80
EOS R5	EOS REBEL T1i	EOS REBEL T5i	EOS M10
EOS Kiss X10i	EOS 500D	EOS Kiss X7	EOS 5D Mark IV
EOS Rebel T8i	EOS 7D	EOS 100D	EOS Kiss X9i
EOS 850D	EOS-1D Mark IV	EOS REBEL SL1	EOS Rebel T7i
EOS Ra	EOS Kiss X4	EOS 70D EOS M2	EOS 800D
EOS-1D X Mark III	EOS REBEL T2i	EOS Kiss X70	EOS 9000D
EOS M200	EOS 550D	EOS 1200D	EOS 77D
EOS M6 Mark II	EOS 60D	EOS REBEL T5	EOS M5
EOS 90D	EOS Kiss X5	EOS Hi	EOS M6
PowerShot G7X Mark III	EOS REBEL T3i	EOS 7D Mark II	EOS 6D Mark II
PowerShot G5X Mark II	EOS 600D	EOS 5DS	EOS Kiss X9
EOS RP	EOS Kiss X50	EOS 5DS R	EOS Rebel SL2
EOS-1D Mark III	EOS REBEL T3	EOS REBEL T6s	EOS 200D
EOS 40D	EOS 1100D	EOS 760D	EOS M100
EOS-1Ds Mark III	EOS 5D Mark III	EOS 8000D	EOS Kiss M
EOS DIGITAL REBEL Xsi	EOS 1D X	EOS REBEL T6i	EOS M50
EOS 450D	EOS Kiss X6i	EOS 750D	EOS Kiss X90
EOS Kiss X2	EOS 650D	EOS Kiss X8i	EOS REBEL T7
EOS DIGITAL REBEL XS	EOS REBEL T4i	EOS M3	EOS 2000D
EOS 1000D	EOS M	EOS-1D X Mark II	EOS REBEL T100
EOS KISS F	EOS 6D	EOS 80D	EOS 4000D

3. Camera Software Updates:

- Canon frequently updates its Software Development Kit (ESDK) to include newer camera models.

- MGFFT will recognise newer Canon cameras only if its version was compiled after the corresponding ESDLK release.

- If facing issues with a newer Canon camera model, verify that your MGFFT version is up to date (with the recent ESDLK updates).

 Troubleshooting Steps:

1. Check Camera Model Compatibility:

- Verify if your camera is listed among the supported models for MGFFT.

2. Verify MGFFT Version:

- Ensure your MGFFT application version corresponds with the camera models (included in the latest Canon ESDK release).

3. Update Software:

- If necessary, update your MGFFT installation to a version compatible with the latest ESDK releases to address recognition issues.

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