How to Set Up a Basler on a Mac
Blog post from Roboflow
Basler cameras, known for their diverse models and robust software support, can be effectively connected to a Mac, particularly for tasks like quick setup and data collection, utilizing the Mac's built-in features such as a monitor, keyboard, mouse, and fast SSDs. The guide outlines the steps for setting up a Basler camera with Apple Silicon Macs, using macOS Sequoia 15.3.2. Key procedures include installing Rosetta 2 for software compatibility, downloading the Basler pylon Software Suite, configuring network settings to connect the camera, and using tools like pylon Viewer and PyPylon for testing and Python integration. This setup enables users to leverage the Mac's performance for capturing high-resolution images efficiently, ideal for data-intensive tasks and real-time processing.