Electronics modding "disposable" video camera

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  1. star882

    star882 What's a Dremel?

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    star882 What's a Dremel?

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    I just made a USB cable for it by following directions on some camera modding sites. I plugged it into my PC, started USBview, and the camera was recognized! Anyone know what kernel module I need to load and/or program to install for it to work?
     
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    When they come out here in about three years time I'll definately have a look.
     
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    Variance What's a Dremel?

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    Star,
    Nothing exists yet to actually interface the with camera. A driver needs to be written, and that requires dumping the flash ROM of the camera and sorting out how to write said driver. It's currently being worked on, but it's turning out not to be as easy as the disposable digital camera. The flash dump took over 6 hours alone.
     
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    Where can I download a flash dump? I'd like to try to help out.
     
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    Well, I got that information form one of the Hack A Day podcasts, so you could ask the guys over there. Also, camerahacking.com, which you posted yourself, is probably one of your best resources. Try checking out the development section, you might find the flash dump, etc. there.
     
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