Document Camera User's Guide
Important Safety Instructions Read this User's Guide and follow all safety instructions for your document camera. Keep this guide at hand for future reference. Warning This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling. Caution This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or physical damage due to incorrect handling.
Electrical Safety Warning Never open any covers on the document camera except as specifically explained in the User's Guide. Never attempt to disassemble or modify the document camera. Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel.
Securing the Document Camera Warning If you apply adhesives to prevent the screws from loosening, or if you use lubricants or oils on the document camera, the document camera housing may crack. This could cause serious injury. Do not use adhesives to prevent the screws from loosening and do not use oils or lubricants. Caution Do not place the document camera in an unstable location, such as on a shaky table or slanted surface. The document camera may drop or tip over, causing personal injury.
General Use Caution Do not use excessive force when adjusting the document camera. The document camera may be broken, resulting in personal injury. Do not place heavy objects on document camera, or it may be damaged. Do not try to press the arm flat or fold it backwards, or it may get damaged. Remote Control Battery Safety Warning Incorrect battery usage may cause batteries to rupture and leak battery fluid, which could result in fire, injury, or corrosion of the remote control.
Contents Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 6 Image Adjustments and Effects Using the On-screen Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Introduction Making Image Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Displaying a Split Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 7 Editing Saved Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Managing Saved Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Uploading and Sharing Your Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Copyrights and Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction You can use the Epson ELPDC11 document camera to capture and project pages from books or other documents, and even three-dimensional objects. With the included software, you can capture live audio and video, create time lapse photos, and annotate images produced by the document camera.
Product Features • Versatile setup Connect the document camera to any projector using a standard VGA or composite video cable, or to other video equipment such as an external monitor. • Still image capture Capture still images in the document camera's 1GB internal memory, on an inserted SD card, or with a connected computer. Then play the images back as a slideshow.
Document Camera Parts 10 Name Top (Control panel)/Side/Rear Function D [Source] button [ ][ ] E [ [ ][ ][ ][ ][ ] button [Enter] button [ [ ] Projects images from the document camera. ] Projects images from a computer. ] button When the menu screen is displayed, pressing these buttons selects menu items and setting values. Adjusts the image Brightness. When the menu is displayed, pressing this button confirms the current item.
Document Camera Parts Name 11 Function P Composite port Outputs composite video signals to a projector or external monitor. Q Display Out port Outputs image signals to a projector. R Security bar Lets you attach a commercially available security cable to lock the document camera in place. s p.16 S SD card slot Lets you save and display images on an SD card. s p.33 Camera Head Name Function A Microphone Captures sound when you record a video. B [ Turn the LED lamp on or off.
Document Camera Parts Name F Camera arm 12 Function Extends or retracts the camera arm to adjust the height of the camera head. Base Name Function A Mounting points You can attach the document camera to a table, cart, or stand with commercially available M4-size bolts. s p.16 B Security bar Lets you attach a commercially available security cable to lock the document camera in place. s p.
Remote Control Buttons Remote Control 13 Name Function A [t] button When used with an Epson projector, turns the projector on or off. You cannot operate the document camera with this button. B [t] button Turns the document camera on or off. You cannot operate a projector with this button. C [Focus] button Press the [Focus] button to automatically focus the image. The unit cannot focus on objects that are approximately 10 cm (4 inches) or less from the camera lens.
Remote Control Buttons Name 14 Function M [Source] button [ ] [ ] ] Projects images from a computer. [ [ ] Projects images from the document camera. N [A/V Mute] button Turns the video and audio on or off when you are connecting the document camera when used with an Epson projector. O [Source Search] button When used with an Epson projector, changes the input source connected to the projector. P Remote control light emitting area Outputs remote control signals.
Storing the Document Camera When you're not using the document camera, simply fold its arm down as shown. It cannot be folded flat. Caution Do not try to press the arm flat or fold it backwards, or it may get damaged. Attention When you see the black line on the bottom of the camera arm, never fold it more. Or it may get damaged.
Securing the Document Camera You can secure the document camera by fastening a cable to the security bar, shown below, or by inserting a Kensington anti-theft cable into the Kensington security port. In addition, you can attach the document camera to a table, cart, or stand at the mounting points indicated below. Use M4-size bolts; you can thread them into document camera case to a maximum depth of 9 mm (0.35 inch). A Mounting points Attention Fasten the bolts securely but do not overtighten them.
Basic Setup and Use Follow the instructions in this section to set up the document camera and give a presentation.
Plugging In and Turning On a Connect the power adapter as shown. Plug the adapter into a wall outlet. b Press the [t] power button to turn on the document camera. It takes about 10 seconds for the document camera to output an image. c d Turn on your projector. Select the appropriate "source" on the projector (such as Computer or Video), depending on port to which you connected. Your projector may use different names for the sources.
Connecting to a Projector 19 You can connect the document camera to a projector using a standard VGA cable or composite video cable, or to other video equipment such as an external monitor. a a b Connect the document camera in one of the ways shown below: VGA connection You can also use the document camera with a computer. s p.
Connecting to a Computer 20 When you connect the document camera to your computer, you can use the included software to capture, edit, and play back still images and videos. s p.38 Connecting to a computer also lets you display PowerPoint slides or other applications. You can easily switch back to the live camera image at any time. How you connect to your computer depends on the software you plan to use: • To use the included software, see "Connect to Use the Document Camera Software" below.
Connecting to a Computer Connect Without Using the Document Camera Software This connection method lets you display PowerPoint slides or images from another application on your computer, but you can't use the included software. a If you're using a desktop computer, disconnect the monitor from your computer. b Connect a VGA cable from your computer's monitor-out port to the document camera's Computer In port.
Displaying a Document or Other Materials a b Raise the camera arm. Position the camera head above the display area. 22 c Slide the lamp switch to illuminate the document. a If necessary, you can adjust the brightness of the image using the [ ] or [ ] on the document camera or remote control. Place your document on the table under the camera head. a You can quickly align letter- or A4-size paper with the guides on the side of the document camera.
Displaying a Document or Other Materials e Press the [Focus] button on the document camera or the [Auto Focus] button on the remote control. Your document is automatically focused. a f 23 To display objects as seen through a microscope, use the included microscope adapter. To sharpen hard-to-focus objects, press the [Menu] button and select Image > Focus. Use the [ ] and [ ] arrow buttons to adjust the focus.
Displaying Live Action or a Whiteboard You can use the document camera to display a lecture or presentation at the front of a room, or to capture images of a whiteboard or chalkboard. If the document camera is connected to a computer with a USB cable, you can make an audio/video recording of the live presentation. s p.38 Warning Turn off the lamp when the camera is aimed at a person. Avoid looking directly into the lamp. The bright light could damage your eyes.
Switching Between Your Computer and the Live Camera Image If you've connected a computer (s p.20), you can show PowerPoint slides or images from any other application on your computer. You can easily switch back-and-forth between your computer application and the live camera image. • If you've connected your computer with a USB cable (s p.20), you can use the document camera software to display captured images and videos, or use another application of your choice.
Image Adjustments and Effects The document camera provides a full range of image adjustments and effects, including freeze image, split screen, black-and-white, and the ability to display negative film in true color.
Using the On-screen Menu Press the [Menu] button on the document camera or remote control to view the on-screen menu. 27 Making Image Adjustments Basic image adjustments such as focus, zoom, and brightness are discussed in "Displaying a Document or Other Materials" p.22. You can make these further adjustments by pressing the [Menu] button to open the Image menu: You see this screen: Use the [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] arrow buttons to navigate the menu and adjust the settings. Press [Enter] to select a setting.
Displaying a Split Screen 28 If you have images saved in the document camera's internal memory or on an SD card (s p.31), you can display two images at the same time. For example, you can show the live camera image side-by-side with an image selected from internal memory. a Press the [Menu] button and select Function > Split Screen. A Highlighted image You see this setup screen, with the left image highlighted: b Use the [ ] and [ ] arrow buttons to select the source for the highlighted image.
Displaying a Split Screen A Highlight the arrow and press [Enter] to view more images Use the [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] arrow buttons to highlight the image you want to display, and press [Enter] to select it. (Press [Enter] again to deselect it.) A checkmark is added to the selected image. Select Return to finish setting up the split screen. e f Press [ ] to highlight the right image. Repeat steps 2 through 4 to select the source for the right side.
Making Other Settings 30 In addition to these settings, you can also use the Info menu to check the amount of storage space left in the camera's internal memory. The Info menu also tells you the camera's firmware version. Press the [Menu] button and select Info. You see this screen: Press the [Menu] button and select the Function menu to change the following camera settings: • USB Mode Changes how the document camera functions when connected with a USB cable.
Saving Images and Displaying a Slideshow You can display a slideshow of captured images. Images are stored in the document camera's internal memory. You can store up to about 4000 images (depending on their content), and then select just the ones you want to view. You can also export captured images to an SD memory card or view them from a connected computer. a You cannot store videos on the document camera. Follow the instructions on p.38 to record videos.
Saving Images to the Internal Memory a Display the live camera image you want to save. Adjust any settings, as needed. b Press the [ ] button to capture the image. Press and release when you use the remote control, press and hold when you use the control panel. You see the displayed in the upper right of the screen. The image is saved to the internal memory.
Exporting Images to a Memory Card 33 You can move captured images from the document camera's internal memory to an SD card. You can also use the images on the card to display a slideshow. s p.37 When you insert the SD card, you can capture only to SD card. a Insert your SD card face-up. b Press the [Menu] button and select Memory > Internal Memory.
Exporting Images to a Memory Card • If you want to leave the SD card in the document camera, press [Menu] or [Esc] to close the SD Card screen. • If you want to remove the SD card, press in on the card and then pull it straight out of the slot. The SD Card screen automatically closes.
Viewing and Managing Files from Your Computer 35 You can use your computer with a USB cable to access files stored in the camera's internal memory or on an inserted SD card. Before using the document camera like this, you have to change the function of its USB port as described below. a Connect the document camera to your projector with a VGA cable or composite video cable. s p.19 b c Turn on the document camera and projector. d Disconnect the projector from the document camera.
Viewing and Managing Files from Your Computer h i Reconnect the projector. Press the [Menu] button and select Function > USB Mode. Change the setting back to Application. a If you don't change the setting back, you won't be able to see a live camera image when you use the document camera software. If you don't plan to use the software, you don't need to change the setting back.
Displaying a Slideshow Once you have stored images in the document camera's internal memory or on an SD card, you can display a slideshow. a a b 37 c In addition to images captured with the document camera, you can display photos taken with a digital camera by inserting its SD card. You can also display images copied to the document camera or an SD card from your computer (s p.35), but they must be in the proper format. s p.50 Select Rotate. All checkmarked images are rotated 90 degrees clockwise.
Using the Included Software The included software lets you use the document camera to capture still images, make time-lapse movies, record live videos with audio, and edit and play back captured files. The software also lets you annotate images from the document camera with text and graphics, and upload your videos to popular websites. Before starting, follow the instructions in this section to install the software.
Installing the Software You can install the software on a Windows or Macintosh computer. See p.62 for system requirements. a Insert the CD labeled "ArcSoft Application Software for Epson Document Camera". b c When you see the license agreement, click Yes. Follow the instructions on the screen to install all the software. a When you see a screen asking if you want to install the Button Manager, be sure to allow the software to install.
Starting the Software a Connect the document camera to a computer with a USB cable. s p.20 b • Windows: From Programs or All Programs, select ArcSoft Start the software: Application Software for Epson Document Camera. When the software does not start, install the Windows Media Player. • Macintosh: Open the Applications folder, then double-click ArcSoft Application Software for Epson Document Camera. You see the screen shown below.
Annotating Images You can annotate live images from the document camera with text and graphics while giving a presentation. When you capture an image, your annotations will be included with the image; if you record your presentation as a video, the recording will show your annotations as they're being added. a You can also annotate still images after they've been captured using the Edit screen. s p.45 a If necessary, click the Capture button to enter Capture mode.
Capturing Still Images You can capture a still image or a quick series of images (called a burst). a If necessary, select the settings you want to use. Click the Settings button and select the Image tab. • Select the default image format, quality level, and other properties. • Choose the number of photos, up to 10, that will be captured with each burst (5 is the default). b c To capture a still image, click the Take Picture button. To capture a quick series of images, click the Burst button.
Making Time-lapse Movies You can record a time-lapse movie to show gradual changes that occur over several hours. the Settings button and select the Time Lapse tab. a •Click Set the time interval between each frame (5 seconds minimum). • Set the total capture duration (up to 72 hours). Click OK to close the Settings screen. b Click the Start Time Lapse button to begin capturing images.
Recording Videos 44 You can make an audio/video recording of your presentation. Set the resolution under SXGA. a If necessary, select the settings you want to use. Click the Settings button and select the Video tab. • Select the default video format, quality level, and other properties. • Set the maximum duration of each video (up to 8 hours) and see how much hard disk space it will use. b To capture sound, click the Settings button, select the Audio tab, and select ELPDC11 from Audio Device.
Editing Saved Files You can use the Edit screen to improve the quality (such as brightness and contrast) of captured pictures and videos. With still images, you can zoom in on part of the image, rotate the image, or flip it to create a mirror image. You can also annotate still images. While viewing a video, you can pause it and capture a still image from the current frame.
Managing Saved Files You can use the File Management screen to sort and locate captured images and videos. By rating them and applying "tags" or descriptive text, you can make it easier to find them later on. a Click the mode. b For detailed help when using the software, do one of the following: Windows: Press F1 or select Application Help from the Extras menu. Macintosh: Select Help from the menu bar.
Uploading and Sharing Your Videos You can easily upload your videos to popular video-sharing websites, such as YouTube and SchoolTube. a This feature is not available for Apple Macintosh systems. a Click the b c d Select a video. Edit button. Select a website. Follow the instructions on the screen to log in, provide a title for your video and other descriptive information, and upload the file.
Solving Problems
Problems and Solutions Operation Problems 49 Image Quality Problems No image appears on the screen The image is fuzzy or out of focus • After you press the [t] Power button, wait a few moments for the image to appear. It takes about 10 seconds for the document camera to output an image. • Make sure your projector is connected. s p.19 If you're connecting it through a computer, see p.20. • If you've connected a laptop, see "Problems Connecting a Laptop" p.50.
Problems and Solutions Problems Using an SD Card Certain images don't appear If you use your computer to copy images to the document camera's internal memory or an SD card, you need to make sure their format is correct: • Images must be DCF-compliant JPEG files to be displayed, such as from a digital camera. Avoid editing your images, as this may change their format and prevent them from being displayed. • Images must be named using the format ABCD1234.
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Notices
Specifications 62 Power consumption General Type of sensor Lens Imaging area Zoom 5 megapixel CMOS sensor F=2.8 29.7 x 41.9 cm (11.7 x 16.5 inch) 10x digital (2x lossless for XGA/WXGA output, 1.9x for SXGA output) Output Analog: SXGA/WXGA/XGA USB: QVGA/VGA/SVGA/SXGA/XGA/UXGA Composite: NTSC/PAL Up to 30 fps 1GB SD Card Frame rate Memory (internal) Memory card compatibility AC Adapter Model Input Output Humidity Range Batteries DSA - 36 W - 12 100 - 240V AC 50/60Hz 1.
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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception.
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