ehagerty / tau-lidar-server

Python package for Tau Lidar Camera application

TauLidarServer

Python package for Tau Studio web application

Main Features

Starts the Tau LiDAR Camera server - initialize the camera and start the Tau Studio Web Application. Use Tau Studio with your browser to visualize data from the Camera and adjust the settings.

Getting Started Guide

Check out the Getting Started Guide for step-by-step instructions on how to get up and running with the Tau Camera.

(And for troubleshooting tips to resolve common issues)

Installation & Supported Versions

Install using pip on the command line:

python -m pip install TauLidarServer

Supports Python 3.7+

Running the Application

Run on the command line:

python -m TauLidarServer

If a Tau Camera is connected, you will see output like this:

ToF camera opened successfully:
    model:      4.0
    firmware:   3.3
    uid:        69.549
    resolution: 160x60
    port:       /dev/cu.usbmodem00000000001A1
    IP address: 127.0.0.1
    URL:  http://127.0.0.1:8080

Press Ctrl + C keys to shutdown ...

Use a web browser to navigate to the URL listed in the command line output!

Contributing to Development

See the development document for instructions on local development.

More info on contributing coming soon!