Loading Custom Adapters

MIPAR supports loading custom Image Acquisition Toolbox adapters to extend camera hardware compatibility beyond the built-in adapters.

Installation Instructions

1. Place your custom adapter (.dll file) in the MIPAR adapters directory:
   • Path: [MIPAR_PREF_DIR]/capture/adapters/
   • The directory will be created automatically if it doesn’t exist
   
   
2. Place any dependency files in a subfolder alongside the adapter DLL
   • Create a subfolder in the adapters directory for your adapter’s dependencies
   • This keeps dependencies organized and separate from the main adapter files
   
   
3. Restart MIPAR
   • Custom adapters are loaded when MIPAR starts
   • Your cameras will appear in MIPAR’s camera selection lists

Best Practices

• Follow the MathWorks Image Acquisition Toolbox Adaptor Kit guide when developing custom adapters
• Keep adapter dependencies in subfolders rather than the root adapters directory
• Test your adapter thoroughly before deployment

Troubleshooting

• If an adapter fails to load, check the MIPAR log for specific error messages
• Verify all required dependencies are available and accessible
• Ensure the adapter follows Image Acquisition Toolbox specifications
• Contact support@mipar.us for assistance