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elpdc04.book Page ii Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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. Keep plastic bags away from small children to avoid any risk of suffocation.
elpdc04.book Page iii Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM C Contents Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Getting the Most from Your Document Camera . . . . . . . . . . 2 Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1 Setting Up the Document Camera . . . . .
elpdc04.book Page iv Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Zooming and Focusing Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Adjusting the Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Adjusting the White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Using the Pointer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Pausing the Main Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
elpdc04.book Page v Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 6 Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Remote Control Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 FCC Compliance Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
elpdc04.book Page 1 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM W Welcome Your 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 shooting area of 13.4 × 9.9 in. (340 × 252 mm).
elpdc04.book Page 2 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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 devices, see page 11.
elpdc04.book Page 3 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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 Presenters Services to use on the road.
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elpdc04.book Page 5 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 1 Setting Up the Document Camera T his chapter explains how to set up the document camera for a video presentation.
elpdc04.book Page 6 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Unpacking the Document Camera After unpacking the document camera, make sure you have all the items shown below: batteries remote control document camera RGB video cable Image Mate™ CD-ROM mouse power cord RCA cable USB cable 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.
elpdc04.book Page 7 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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 old and new batteries. ■ Replace batteries as soon as they run out. If the batteries leak, wipe away battery fluid with a soft cloth.
elpdc04.book Page 8 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Positioning the Document Camera caution Don’t hold or lift the document camera by the camera head arm or lighting unit arms; this may damage them. 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.
elpdc04.book Page 9 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Unfolding the Document Camera Follow these steps to unfold the document 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.
elpdc04.book Page 10 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 4. Rotate the lighting units forward, as shown, until they stop. lighting unit lighting unit 5. Tilt the lighting arms outward until they stop; then position the lighting units so that they face the stage (downward).
elpdc04.book Page 11 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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 video. Follow the instructions below to connect the document camera to your output device with an RGB video cable or an RCA cable.
elpdc04.book Page 12 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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. video out AC IN POWER ON RS-232C RGB OUT projector VIDEO OUT RGB IN USB 0 1 OFF ABC or TV 2. Connect the other end of the RCA cable to the RCA input port on the projector or TV.
elpdc04.book Page 13 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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 below, and connect the document camera to the projector’s input port as described on page 11.
elpdc04.book Page 14 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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 instructions below. 1. Make sure your document camera is turned off. 2. Connect the mouse cable to the RS-232C port on the back of the document camera. 3.
elpdc04.book Page 15 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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. DIP switches 0 1 ABC AC IN POWER RGB OUT RS-232C ON VIDEO OUT RGB IN USB 0 1 ABC OFF DIP Switch 0 1 Function — — — Factory use only. A NTSC* PAL Selects the TV video output format.
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elpdc04.book Page 17 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 2 Using the Document Camera Once you have set up the document camera, you’re ready to turn it on, adjust the image, and give your presentation.
elpdc04.book Page 18 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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 your computer and video equipment in any order.
elpdc04.book Page 19 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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. note If you turn off the document camera, always wait a few seconds before turning it back on.
elpdc04.book Page 20 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Switching Between Picture Sources If you have an external video source connected to the document camera, such as a laptop or desktop computer, you 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 camera.
elpdc04.book Page 21 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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 right to left (when facing the unit’s control panel). Press it a third time to turn the lamps back on.
elpdc04.book Page 22 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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 remote control to enlarge the image, and use the Wide button to reduce it. The document camera will automatically focus the image.
elpdc04.book Page 23 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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, press the Close button. To return to the auto iris default setting, press the Auto Iris button.
elpdc04.book Page 24 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Pausing the Main Display note The pause feature only works when the document camera is in the Main display mode. It does not work then the document camera is in the RGB1 display mode. 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, allowing you to change your material.
elpdc04.book Page 25 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Icon Name Function 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 Automatic Automatically adjusts the white balance and corrects color casts.
elpdc04.book Page 26 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Using the Camera Head as a Conventional Video Camera note The camera’s shutter operates at 15 frames per second. By rotating the camera head to a horizontal position, you can use the document camera as a conventional video camera. To view walls or distant objects, flip down the close-up lens. The document camera can resolve images from 3.6 feet (1.1 m) to infinity.
elpdc04.book Page 27 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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-up lens is flipped down, close it. 4. Place the remote control inside the remote control storage compartment and close the tray.
elpdc04.book Page 28 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM caution 5. Turn the lighting units toward the lighting arms until they stop; then tilt the lighting arms toward the stage (inward). Be careful not to let the camera arm drop, or you may damage it. lighting unit lighting arm lighting unit lighting arm stage 6. Rotate the lighting units backward, as shown, until they stop.
elpdc04.book Page 29 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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.
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elpdc04.book Page 31 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 3 Maintaining and Transporting the Document Camera Y warning Before you clean any part of the document camera, turn it off and unplug the power cord. Never open any cover on the document camera. Dangerous electrical voltages in the document camera can injure you severely. Don’t try to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. our document camera needs little maintenance.
elpdc04.book Page 32 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Cleaning the Lenses Clean the lenses whenever 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 gently wipe the lens surface. ■ Clean both sides of the close-up lens.
elpdc04.book Page 33 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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. Then wipe the case. ■ Do not use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical detergents. These can damage the case.
elpdc04.book Page 34 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Transporting the Document Camera note EPSON shall not be liable for any damages incurred during transportation. 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 document camera for repairs, use the original packaging material if possible.
elpdc04.book Page 35 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 4 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.
elpdc04.book Page 36 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Solving Problems with the Image No image appears on the screen. ■ Check that all cables are properly 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 may have been turned on too quickly after it was turned off.
elpdc04.book Page 37 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM ■ 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 no condensation on the lenses. You may need to wait before using the document camera after moving it from a cold environment to a warm environment.
elpdc04.book Page 38 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Where to Get Help EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services 24 hours a day, as listed in the following table: Service Access World Wide Web From the internet, you can reach EPSON’s product support at http://support.epson.com. After selecting your product, you can access troubleshooting information, download product documentation, and receive technical advice through e-mail.
elpdc04.book Page 39 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 5 Technical Specifications General CCD 1/3 inch (848,676 progressive 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 surface using the close-up lens 1.6 feet (.
elpdc04.book Page 40 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 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.
elpdc04.book Page 41 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Safety United States FCC 47CFR Part 15B Class B (DoC) UL1950 3rd Edition Canada ICES-003 CSA C22.2 No.950-95 (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 85.08 640 × 350 VGA2 85.08 640 × 400 VGA3 85.039 720 × 400 VGA—60 59.94 640 × 480 VGA—72 72.809 640 × 480 VGA—75 75 640 × 480 VGA—85 85.
elpdc04.book Page 42 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 42 Technical Specifications Mode Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution 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.
elpdc04.book Page 43 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM 6 Notices This 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 operated.
elpdc04.book Page 44 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM ■ ■ 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.
elpdc04.book Page 45 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 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 overturn. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
elpdc04.book Page 46 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THIS IS A CLASS B PRODUCT. IN A DOMESTIC ENVIRONMENT THIS PRODUCT MAY CAUSE RADIO INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER MAY BE REQUIRED TO TAKE ADEQUATE MEASURES. 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.
elpdc04.book Page 47 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers We: Located at: EPSON AMERICA, INC. 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806-2469 Telephone: (562) 290-5254 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein, complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device.
elpdc04.book Page 48 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users 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.
elpdc04.book Page 49 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM Warranty Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc.
elpdc04.book Page 50 Tuesday, February 12, 2002 8:32 AM FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO NOT 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 PERSON OR FIRM ARE VOID. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY, NEITHER EPSON AMERICA, INC.
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