Pocket DV5100M Composite Device

USB ID 08ca:2042 · Aiptek International, Inc.

VendorAiptek International, Inc.
Vendor ID08ca
Device ID2042
Windows hardware IDUSB\VID_08CA&PID_2042
Linux modaliasusb:v08CAp2042
Linux drivergspca_sunplus

Frequently asked questions

Which device has USB ID 08ca:2042?

USB ID 08ca:2042 is “Pocket DV5100M Composite Device” made by Aiptek International, Inc. (vendor ID 08ca, device ID 2042).

Which Linux driver supports Pocket DV5100M Composite Device?

In Linux kernel 6.12 the device is bound to the driver gspca_sunplus (source under drivers/media/usb/gspca). The driver is normally loaded automatically when the device is detected.

How do I check whether Pocket DV5100M Composite Device is in my computer?

On Linux, lsusb -d 08ca:2042 shows the device if it is present. On Windows, open Device Manager, then Properties → Details → Hardware Ids; it appears as USB\VID_08CA&PID_2042.

How do I see which driver is currently in use?

lsusb -t prints the device tree with the bound driver (Driver=…) for each interface.

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