Raspberry OS 64 bit

Why to choose the 64-bit version?

Since January 2022 Raspberry Pi OS 64-bit version left it's beta stadium and is now officially available. The installation follows most steps of the Software Instructions.

The 64-bit version is new for the Raspberry. First tests have shown, that ExoMy with ROS1 works without problems. The main drawback is that the camera support is in legacy mode and may be depriciated at one point. The 64-bit version supports ROS2. So if you like to try out ROS1 and ROS2 without going for a reinstall, this would be a reason to go for the 64-bit version. But as it works with ROS1 as well and you are a real explorer and not afraid of unforeseen bugs, go for the 64-bit version. If it was tested by enough people, we might recommend it for general use.

Installation

The difference during the installation (see full description: Software Instructions) is in two points: the image and the camera.

Image

Use the "Option 1: Pi Imager Tool" and choose instead of the 32-bit OS the following: "Raspberry Pi OS (other)" -> "Raspberry Pi OS (64-bit)"

Camera

The 64-bit system does not support the camera by default. Follow first all steps of the Software Instructions and then activate the camera after the step "OS Update" with the following terminal command: