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    EPSON ® ELPDC04 High Resolution Document Camera User’ s Guide elpdc04.book Page i Tuesd ay, February 12, 2002 8 :32 AM[...]

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    ii Important Safety Information WARNING : Never open any cover on the document camera. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the document camera can severely injure you. Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. WARNING : The document camera and its accessories come packaged in plastic bags.[...]

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    C iii Contents Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Getting the Most from Your Document Camera . . . . . . . . . . 2 Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Registration . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    iv Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Zooming and Focusing Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Adjusting the Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Adjusting the White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Using the Pointer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    v 6 Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Remote Control Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 FCC Compliance St[...]

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    W Welcome 1 Welcome Y our versatile EPSON ® ELPDC04 High Resolution Document Camera can be connected to most types of projectors and display devices. From boardrooms to auditoriums, you can show fine detail with a large variety of presentation materials. Your document camera captures images at a resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels with a maximum shoo[...]

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    2 Welcome Getting the Most from Your Document Camera Depending on your presentation, you can take advantage of any or all of these options: ■ Connecting to a projector or TV/computer monitor The document camera requires an output device, such as a projector or TV/computer monitor, to display its image. To connect the document camera to these devi[...]

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    Welcome 3 Getting More Information Need tips on giving presentations or more information about your document camera? Here ’ s where you can look for help: ■ http://www.presentersonline.com Includes a library of articles covering presentation tips, tricks, and technology. The site provides templates, clip art, and sound clips, as well as Present[...]

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    4 Welcome elpdc04.book Page 4 Tuesd ay, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM[...]

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    1 Setting Up the Document Camera 5 Setting Up the Document Camera T his chapter explains how to set up the document camera for a video presentation. You ’ ll find instructions for: ■ Unpacking the document came ra ■ Installing batteries in the remote control ■ Positioning the document c amera ■ Unfolding the document camera ■ Connecting[...]

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    6 Setting Up the Document Camera Unpacking the Document Camera After unpacking the document camera, make sure you have all the items shown below: Save all the packaging in case you need to ship the document camera later. Always use the original packaging (or equivalent) when you need to send the document camera to another location. For transportati[...]

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    Setting Up the Document Camera 7 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Before using the remote control, install its batteries. 1. Press down on the battery cover and slide it off. 2. Insert two AAA batteries as shown. 3. Replace the battery compartment cover. caution When replacing batteries, take the following precautions: ■ Don ’ t mix o[...]

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    8 Setting Up the Document Camera Positioning the Document Camera Before connecting the document camera, you need to decide where to place it. Wherever you place it, be sure to follow these guidelines: ■ Place the document camera on a sturdy, level surface. ■ Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and under the document camera[...]

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    Setting Up the Document Camera 9 Unfolding the Document Camera Follow these steps to unfold the docume nt camera: 1. Raise the camera arm until you hear a click, then lower it slightly until it locks into place. 2. Rotate the camera head so that the lens faces the stage (downward). 3. Raise the right lighting arm, as shown, until it stops. lighting[...]

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    10 Setting Up the Document Camera 4. Rotate the lighting units forward, as shown, until they stop. 5. Tilt the lighting arms outward until they stop; then position the lighting units so that they face the stage (downward). lighting unit lighting unit elpdc04.book Page 1 0 Tuesday, February 12, 2 002 8:32 AM[...]

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    Setting Up the Document Camera 11 Connecting to a Projector or TV/Computer Monitor You can connect the document camera to any projector or monitor that has a standard RGB video or composite video input port. EPSON projectors support both connections. Most computer monitors support only RGB video, while many television monitors support composite vid[...]

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    12 Setting Up the Document Camera Connecting the RCA Cable Before you start, make sure your document camera and projector or TV are turned off. 1. Connect one end of the RCA cable to the document camera ’ s VIDEO OUT port. 2. Connect the other end of the RC A cable to the RCA input port on the projector or TV. AC IN RGB IN RGB OUT ON OFF RS-232C [...]

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    Setting Up the Document Camera 13 Connecting to a Computer The document camera comes with one RGB video input port. This can be used to connect a laptop or desktop computer to the document camera. This is especially useful if your projector has only one input port. You can connect a computer to the document camera ’ s RGB input port as described [...]

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    14 Setting Up the Document Camera Connecting a Mouse to the Document Camera The included mouse functions as a pointing device. It also gives you access to the document camera ’ s on-screen display, which controls many of the features that are selectable from the remote control. To connect the mouse, follow the instruct ions below. 1. Make sure yo[...]

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    Setting Up the Document Camera 15 Adjusting the Camera DIP Switches The document camera has four DIP switches that control special settings. Refer to the table below to make sure they are set correctly for your configuration. * Def ault setting DIP Switch 0 1 Function — —— Factory use only. AN T S C * PAL Selects the TV video output format. S[...]

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    16 Setting Up the Document Camera elpdc04.book Page 1 6 Tuesday, February 12, 2 002 8:32 AM[...]

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    2 Using the Document Camera 17 Using the Document Camera O nce you have set up the document camera, you ’ re ready to turn it on, adjust the image, and give your presentation. This chapter covers the following: ■ Turning on the document camera and other equipment ■ Switching between picture sources ■ Adjusting the lighting ■ Adjusting the[...]

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    18 Using the Document Camera Turning On Your Equipment Make sure your document camera and other equipment are set up and connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1. Always turn on your projector or monitor first. Then turn on your document camera, as described below, followed by any other equipment you ’ ve connected to it. You can turn on yo[...]

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    Using the Document Camera 19 Once you see your image, turn to page 22 for instructions on making adjustments. If your image doesn ’ t appear, see the next section for help. When you ’ re done with your presentation, turn off the document camera as described on page 27. What To Do If You See a Blank Screen If an image doesn ’ t appear, try the[...]

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    20 Using the Document Camera Switching Between Picture Sources If you have an external video source connected to the document camera, such as a laptop or desktop computer, y ou can switch between the video source and the camera. Press the RGB1 button on the remote control to switch the video source. Press the Main button to switch back to the camer[...]

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    Using the Document Camera 21 Adjusting the Lighting If you are presenting printed material or 3-D objects, the two upper lamps provide ample light. If the ambient lighting in the room is sufficient, however, you may obtain a better image with the upper lamps off. Press the Lamp button on the remote control to turn off the lamps one at a time from r[...]

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    22 Using the Document Camera Adjusting the Image Once you see your image, you may need to make certain adjustments: ■ To zoom or focus your image, see the next section. ■ If the image is too light or dark, see page 23. ■ If the image has a color cast, see page 23. Zooming and Focusing Your Image Use the Tele button on the control panel or rem[...]

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    Using the Document Camera 23 Adjusting the Brightness The document camera is initially set to auto iris. You can manually adjust the iris to control the amount of light that reaches the camera. If the screen looks dark, press the Open button on the remote control to open the iris so that more light reaches the camera. If the screen looks too bright[...]

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    24 Using the Document Camera Pausing the Main Display During a presentation, it may be necessary to change the material you are displaying. Press the Pause button before switching your material. This freezes the image on screen, all owing you to change your material. When you are ready to display the next item, press the Pause button again. Adjusti[...]

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    Using the Document Camera 25 Auto Focus Automatically brings objects on the stage into focus. Zoom Tele/Wide Zooms in or out. Focus Near/Far Manually focuses objects that do not work with the auto focus feature. Iris Open/Close Increases or reduces image brightness. Pointer Changes the shape and color of the on-screen pointer. White balance Automat[...]

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    26 Using the Document Camera Using the Camera Head as a Conventional Video Camera By rotating th e camera head to a horizontal position, y ou can use the document camera as a conventional video camera. To view walls or distant objects, flip down the close-up lens. Th e document camera can resolve images from 3.6 feet (1.1 m) to infinity. Using the [...]

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    Using the Document Camera 27 Turning Off and Storing the Document Camera When you ’ ve finished using the document camera, follow these steps to turn off and store it. If you ’ re using a monitor or projector, shut it down last. 1. Turn off the document camera. 2. Unplug the power cord and disconnect any attached video cables. 3. If the close-u[...]

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    28 Using the Document Camera 5. Turn the lighting units toward the lighting arms until they stop; then tilt the lighting arms toward the stage (inward). 6. Rotate the lighting units backward, as shown, until th ey stop. caution Be careful not to let the camera arm drop, or you may damage it. stage lighting unit lighting arm lighting unit lighting a[...]

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    Using the Document Camera 29 7. Lower the right lighting arm and rotate the camera head to its original position. 8. Raise the camera arm until you hear a click, then lower the arm until it stops. s elpdc04.book Page 2 9 Tuesday, February 12, 2 002 8:32 AM[...]

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    30 Using the Document Camera elpdc04.book Page 3 0 Tuesday, February 12, 2 002 8:32 AM[...]

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    3 Maintaining and Transporting the Document Camera 31 Maintaining and Transporting the Document Camera Y our document camera needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a regular basis is keep the lenses and stage clean. Any dirt or sm ears on the lenses or stage may show up on your presented image. You should not replace the lamps or any other[...]

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    32 Maintaining and Transporting the Document Camera Cleaning the Lenses Clean the lenses whene ver you notice dirt or dust on the surface. ■ Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. ■ To remove dirt or smears on the lenses, use lens-cleaning paper. If necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gent ly wipe the lens surface. ?[...]

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    Maintaining and Transporting the Document Camera 33 Cleaning the Document Camera Case Before you clean the case, first turn off the document camera and unplug the power cord. ■ To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. ■ To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent. Th[...]

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    34 Maintaining and Transporting the Document Camera Transporting the Document Camera The document camera contains many glass and precision parts. If you need to transport it, follow these guidelines to prevent damage to the document camera: ■ Make sure to turn off and fold the document camera as described on page 27. ■ When shipping the documen[...]

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    4 Solving Problems 35 Solving Problems T his chapter helps you solve problems with your document camera, and tells you how to contact technical support for problems you can ’ t solve yourself. This chapter explains the following: ■ Solving problems with the image ■ Solving problems with the remote control ■ Contacting technical support elpd[...]

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    36 Solving Problems Solving Problems with the Image No image appears on the screen. ■ Check that all cables are proper ly connected (see Chapter 1) and everything is turned on. ■ Make sure the projector or computer is not in sleep mode. Check the projector documentation, or try pressing a key on the computer keyboard. ■ The document camera ma[...]

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    Solving Problems 37 ■ The presentation material may be too close to the lens. Make sure the close-up lens is closed. ■ The presentation material may be too far from the lens. Open the lens by flipping it down. ■ Make sure there is n o condensation on the lenses. You may n eed to wait before using the document camera after moving it from a col[...]

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    38 Solving Problems Where to Get Help EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services 24 hours a day, as listed in the following table: Telephone Support Services To use the EPSON PrivateLine Su pport service, call (800) 6 37-7661 and enter the PIN on the EPSON Private Line Support card included with your document camera. Th[...]

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    5 Technical Specifications 39 Technical Specifications General CCD 1/3 inch (848,676 progre ssive square pixels) Resolution 1024 × 768 pixels Lens F=2.8, f=5. 8 to 58 mm Frame speed 15 frames per second Shooting area 13.4 × 9.9 in. (340 × 252 mm) max. 1.5 × 1.1 in. (38 × 28 mm) min. Limit of focus adjustment 5.9 in. (150 mm) from the stage sur[...]

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    40 Technical Specifications Remote Control Range 23 feet (7 m) Batteries Alkaline AAA (2) Dimensions Weight 14.3 lb (6.5 kg) Folded (h × w × d) 3.9 × 19.7 × 24.1 in. (99 × 500 × 612 mm) Unfolded (h × w × d) 22.6 × 27.8 × 15.9 in. (575 × 706 × 403 mm) Electrical Rated frequency 50/60 Hz Power supply 100 to 120 VAC Power consumption 100 t[...]

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    Technical Specifications 41 Safety United States FCC 47CFR P art 15B Class B (DoC) UL1950 3rd Edition Canada ICES-003 CSA C22.2 No .9 50-95 (cUL) Compatible Video Formats The document camera supports NTSC and PAL video standards, as well as the monitor display formats listed below. Mode Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution VGA1 85.0 8 640 × 350 VGA2 85.0 [...]

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    42 Technical Specifications SXGA — 75 75.025 1280 × 1024 SXGA — 85 85.024 1280 × 1024 UXGA — 60 60 1600 × 1200 UXGA — 65 65 1600 × 1200 UXGA — 70 70 1600 × 1200 UXGA — 75 75 1600 × 1200 UXGA — 85 85 1600 × 1200 MAC 13 66.667 640 × 480 MAC 16 74.55 832 × 624 MAC 19 74.927 1024 × 768 MAC 21 75.062 1152 × 870 PC98 56.42 640 ×[...]

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    6 Notices 43 Notices T his chapter includes safety instructions and other important information about your EPSON document camera. Important Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the document camera: ■ Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is ope[...]

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    44 Notices ■ Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product s[...]

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    Notices 45 ■ A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overtu rn. ■ Object and Liquid Entry – Never push o bjects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that coul[...]

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    46 Notices Remote Control Information You can operate the document camera by remote control via a line-of-sight infrared (IR) receiver at the front and rear of the document camera. The document camera may not respond to remote control commands under the following conditions: ■ There is an object between the remote control IR emitter and the IR re[...]

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    Notices 47 Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; an d/or CPU Boards and Power Supp lies used with Class B Personal Computers We: EPSON AMERICA, INC. Located at: 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806-24 69 Telephone: (562) 290-5254 Declare under sole responsibility tha[...]

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    48 Notices FCC Compliance Statement For United States U sers This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and[...]

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    Notices 49 Warranty Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty What Is Covered : Epson America, Inc. ( “ Epson ” ) warrants to the first end user customer of the EPSON product enclosed with this limited warranty statement that the product, if purchased and used in the United States or Canada, confor ms to the manufactur er ’ s specifications and wi[...]

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    50 Notices FOR A PARTICUL AR PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO N OT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE. UNLESS STATED HEREIN, ANY STATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PE RSON OR FIRM ARE VOID. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WRITTEN WA[...]

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    Index 51 Index Numerics 3-D objects, presenting, 21 A Adjusting settings, 24 to 25 Auto Focus button, 22 Auto Iris button, 23 B Batteries, installing, 7 Blank screen, 19 Blurry image, 36 to 37 Brightness, adjusting, 23 Buttons focus, 22 iris, 23 lamp, 21 main, 20 pause, 24 RGB1, 20 zoom, 22 C Cables, 6, 36 Cleaning, 31 to 33 Close button, 23 Close-[...]

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    52 Index I Image brightness, 23 focusing, 22 resolution, 39 shooting area, 39 shooting speed, 26, 39 sources, selecting, 20 troubleshooting, 19 , 36 to 37 white balance, 23, 25 zooming, 22 Image Mate Software, 26 Iris, adjusting, 23 L Lamp selecting, 21 specificat ions, 39 Lens cleaning, 31 to 32 specificat ions, 39 Lighting, adjusting, 21 M Main b[...]

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    Index 53 Transporting, 34 Troubleshooting image, 19, 36 to 37 remote control, 37, 46 Turning off document camera, 27 Turning on document camera, 18 to 19 U Unfolding, document camera, 9 to 10 Unpacking, document camera , 6 V Video camera, using camera as, 26 Video formats supported, 41 to 42 W Warranty, 49 to 50 White balance, adjusting, 23, 25 Wid[...]