You can acquire images using any type of supported hardware with Image Acquisition Explorer, an app that enables you to set acquisition parameters, preview images, and acquire image data. Use the imageAcquisitionExplorer function to open the app.

This section pertains to acquiring images using the Image Acquisition Explorer. For information on doing the acquisition programmatically using the videoinput object, see Acquisition Using Any Hardware.

The functionality for all supported hardware is available through the Support Package Installer. You must install the appropriate support packages to use Image Acquisition Toolbox™ with your hardware. For more information, see Image Acquisition Support Packages for Hardware Adaptors.