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ELPDC05

High Resolution Document Camera

User’s Guide

Summary of Contents for ELPDC05 - High Resolution Document Imager Camera

Page 1: ...Epson ELPDC05 High Resolution Document Camera User sGuide ...

Page 2: ...se or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications repairs or alterations to this product or excluding the U S failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation s operating and maintenance instructions Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Prod...

Page 3: ...lding the Document Camera 15 Connecting to a Projector or TV Computer Monitor 16 Connecting the RGB Video Cable 17 Connecting the RCA Cable 17 Connecting the S Video Cable 18 Connecting to a Computer 18 Connecting a Mouse 19 Adjusting the Camera DIP Switches 20 2 Using the Document Camera 21 Turning On Your Equipment 22 Turning On the Document Camera 22 What To Do If You See a Blank Screen 23 Swit...

Page 4: ...0 Adjusting Settings with the On Screen Display 30 Projecting Transparencies 33 Saving Settings and Images 34 Saving and Recalling Camera Settings 34 Saving and Recalling Images 34 Using the Camera Head as a Conventional Video Camera 35 Using the Image Mate Software 35 Installing the Software 35 Viewing the On Screen Manual 36 Turning Off and Storing the Document Camera 37 3 Maintaining and Transp...

Page 5: ...phone Support Services 48 5 Technical Specifications 49 General 49 Lamps 50 Remote Control 50 Dimensions 50 Electrical 50 Environmental 50 Safety 51 Compatible Video Formats 51 6 Notices 53 Important Safety Instructions 53 Remote Control Information 55 Declaration of Conformity 57 FCC Compliance Statement 58 Warranty 59 Index 61 ...

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Page 7: ...rea of 13 7 10 2 inches 350 260 mm With its 18 zoom capability and true XGA resolution even 10 point type can be read clearly For added versatility the document camera provides built in white balance for enhancing contrast gamma selection for projecting in low light environments and flicker correction for crisper images Even x rays display with great clarity You can connect the document camera to ...

Page 8: ...y one video input port See page 18 for more information Using the remote control The remote control lets you enlarge or reduce brighten focus and otherwise modify your displayed image In addition you can control the lamps switch the video source from the document camera to a computer save and recall both images and document camera settings and pause the display See Chapter 2 for details Using Your...

Page 9: ...son com Download FAQs and e mail your questions to Epson support If you still need help after checking this User s Guide and the sources listed above you can use the Epson PrivateLine Support service to get help fast Call 800 637 7661 and enter the PIN on the card included with your document camera Or take advantage of Epson s electronic support services 24 hours a day See page 48 for more informa...

Page 10: ...10 Welcome ...

Page 11: ...ll find instructions for Unpacking the document camera Installing batteries in the remote control Positioning the document camera Unfolding the document camera Connecting to a projector or TV computer monitor Connecting to a computer Connecting a mouse to the document camera Adjusting the document camera s DIP switches ...

Page 12: ...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 transportation instructions see page 42 Document camera Remote control Batteries RCA cable USB cable RGB video cable Power cord Epson Utility Software CD ROM Mouse S video cable ...

Page 13: ...rtment 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 If fluid gets on your hands wash them immediately Don t expose batteries to heat or flame Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Remove batteries if you won t be using...

Page 14: ...ithin 5 feet 1 5 m of your output source Make sure you are within 23 feet 7 m of the document camera to use the remote control With the control panel facing you place the document camera directly in front of you Otherwise items you place on the stage may appear upside down Most presenters find it convenient to place the document camera in front of the audience This lets the presenter stand in the ...

Page 15: ...ise the arm for the left lighting unit until it stops Then raise the right lighting unit 2 Position the lighting units so that they face the stage downward 3 Press the camera arm release button as you raise the camera arm When the camera arm stops release the button to lock the arm into place Camera arm release button ...

Page 16: ...can connect the document camera to any projector or monitor that has a standard RGB video composite video or S video input port Epson projectors support these 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 display device ...

Page 17: ... on the projector or computer monitor 3 Tighten the screws on the connectors 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 OUTPUT port 2 Connect the other end to the RCA input port on the projector or TV note The RGB video input port on the projector or monitor may be lab...

Page 18: ...aptops or desktop computers to the document camera This is especially useful if your projector has only one input port You can connect one or two computers to the document camera s RGB input port s as described below and connect the document camera to the projector s input port as described on page 16 This way you can use the camera s remote control to switch between picture sources Follow the ins...

Page 19: ...t the preceding steps except connect the RGB video cable to the RGB2 INPUT port on the document camera Connecting a Mouse The mouse included with your document camera 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 See page 30 for details about using the on screen disp...

Page 20: ...ing DIP Switch 0 1 Function A NTSC PAL Selects the TV video output format Select NTSC for US model TV sets and PAL for European TV sets B Overscan Underscan Selects how much of the document stage is projected When overscan is selected slightly more area is projected since the document camera s effective pixels 1034 779 are utilized DIP switches note Make sure the document camera is turned off befo...

Page 21: ...g Turning on the document camera and other equipment Switching between picture sources Adjusting the lighting Adjusting the image Using the pointer Adjusting settings with the on screen display Projecting film and slides Saving settings and images Using the camera head as a conventional video camera Using the Image Mate software Turning off and storing the document camera ...

Page 22: ...If you have one or two computers connected to the document camera s RGB INPUT ports you may have to switch between sources to see the desired image See page 24 for details Turning On the Document Camera Follow these steps to plug in and turn on the document camera 1 Connect one end of the power cord to the document camera s power inlet 2 Connect the other end to a grounded electrical outlet 3 Turn...

Page 23: ...scribed on page 37 What To Do If You See a Blank Screen If an image doesn t appear try the following Make sure the cables are connected correctly as described in Chapter 1 Make sure everything is turned on If you are using a video source such as a laptop or desktop computer you may need to switch video sources Press the RGB1 or RGB2 buttons as described on page 24 If an image still doesn t appear ...

Page 24: ...itch back to the document camera Adjusting the Lighting If you are presenting printed material or three dimensional 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 In addition you may want to turn the upper lamps off and the base lamp on if you re projecting film or slides note You can ...

Page 25: ...of the projected image see page 27 If the image is too light or dark see page 27 To increase the contrast between the image and its background see page 28 If the image has a color cast see page 28 To rotate the image see page 28 To reduce noise in the image see page 28 To switch to a black and white image see page 29 To freeze the image see page 29 note You can also press the LAMP button on the do...

Page 26: ...r stripes Objects that glitter or reflect bright light Objects with varying depths of field To manually focus these objects use the NEAR or FAR button on the remote control Additionally use these buttons if you want to focus on a particular part of a three dimensional object on the stage note The auto focus function works up to a height of approximately 3 9 in 10 cm above the stage surface PAUSE L...

Page 27: ... hold the CLOSE button To return to the auto iris default setting press the NORMAL button To lock the brightness setting press the AUTO MANUAL button on the document camera The button s indicator light comes on when the camera is locked in manual mode You can then use the OPEN and CLOSE buttons to adjust the brightness Press the AUTO MANUAL button again to unlock manual mode The NORMAL button on t...

Page 28: ...o automatic white balance adjustment press the button a second time See page 30 for manual white balance adjustments using the document camera s on screen display Rotating the Image You can rotate the image by 90 in a counterclockwise direction each time you press the IMAGE ROTATION button on the document camera For instructions on rotating the image using the on screen display see page 30 Reducin...

Page 29: ...utton before switching your material This freezes the image on screen allowing you to change your material When you are ready to display the next item press the Pause button again PAUSE LAMP POSI NEGA COLOR B W IRIS AF 2x SET RGB1 RGB2 NORMAL OPEN CLOSE PRESETCALL TELE ZOOM MAIN INPUT WIDE NEAR FOCUS FAR UPPER BASE SET IMAGE CALL Switches between color and black and white display note The pause fe...

Page 30: ...he pointer Click items on the on screen display menu to activate them Click the right mouse button to double the size of the displayed image For information on selecting different types of pointers see page 31 Adjusting Settings with the On Screen Display The on screen display allows access to many of the settings available with the document camera s remote control To access the on screen display ...

Page 31: ...base lamp on and off The first time you click the icon it turns the base lamp on and the upper lamps off Color B W Switches the display from color to black and white Pause On Off Freeze and unfreeze the displayed image Auto Focus Automatically brings objects on the stage into focus Zoom Tele Wide Enlarge and reduce the displayed image Focus Near Far Manually focus objects that cannot be focused au...

Page 32: ...ensate for color casts Image Rotation Rotates the image 90 in a counterclockwise direction each time it is clicked Positive Negative Film Display Switches between screen settings gamma white balance and contrast designed to display positive film and settings designed for negative film Aperture Selection On Off Turn image enhancement contour on and off This setting is on by default Gamma Selection ...

Page 33: ... you want to continue normal projection when you re done turn the base lamp off and the upper lamps on again If you were projecting negative film press the POSI NEGA button again to return to normal display PAUSE LAMP POSI NEGA COLOR B W IRIS AF 2x SET RGB1 RGB2 NORMAL OPEN CLOSE PRESETCALL TELE ZOOM MAIN INPUT WIDE NEAR FOCUS FAR UPPER BASE SET IMAGE CALL Switches between normal projection and ne...

Page 34: ...t to use The message MOVE x appears where x is the number of the group and the appearance of the screen changes to show your settings Saving and Recalling Images To save a copy of the projected image press IMAGE SET on the remote control then press one of the numbered buttons between 1 and 8 The message MEMORY STATUS appears followed by IMAGE x WRITE where x is the number assigned to the image To ...

Page 35: ...feature to control the document camera and change its settings Installing the Software Follow these steps to install the Image Mate software 1 Insert the Epson Utility Software CD ROM in your drive 2 Open the CD ROM window For Windows XP click Start All Programs My Computer then double click the CD ROM icon For other Windows systems double click My Computer on your desktop then double click the CD...

Page 36: ...omputer go to step 6 If you don t have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed double click the Acrobat folder 4 Double click the US folder then double click ar500enu exe Acrobat Reader installs on your computer 5 Close the US folder then close the Acrobat folder 6 Double click the US folder Then double click manual pdf The manual opens on your desktop Use the arrows at the top of the screen to navigate th...

Page 37: ... 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 Place the remote control in its storage compartment Turn off the camera ...

Page 38: ...mera head to its storage position 6 Press the camera arm release button as you carefully lower the camera arm onto the stage 7 Lower the arm for the right lighting unit and then lower the arm for the left lighting unit s Camera arm release button ...

Page 39: ...If any part needs replacing contact your dealer or a qualified servicer This chapter covers the following Cleaning the lenses Cleaning the document camera case Transporting the document camera 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 ...

Page 40: ...r 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 Close up lens Main lens ...

Page 41: ...ve 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 Take special care when cleaning the stage or you may scratch it Scratches on the stage may appear on your image Stage ...

Page 42: ... packaging material if possible If you do not have the original packaging use equivalent materials placing plenty of cushioning around the document camera When transporting the document camera a long distance pack it in a sturdy box using cushioning around the document camera When hand carrying the document camera use the carrying handle When transporting the document camera leave the remote contr...

Page 43: ...blems 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 ...

Page 44: ...ise If you re using cables that are longer than 6 feet 2 m or an extension cable the image quality may be reduced Try using the cables supplied with the document camera If longer cables are required consider using a distribution amplifier such as the one available from Epson ELPDA01 Keep your projector computer and video cables away from the power cord as much as possible to prevent interference T...

Page 45: ...nses You may need to wait before using the document camera after moving it from a cold environment to a warm environment The image is too dark Make sure the document camera s upper lamps are on Press the UPPER LAMP button on the remote control if necessary Press the IRIS OPEN button on the remote control or document camera to open the iris on the camera lens If you re displaying the image on a TV ...

Page 46: ...tor that supports PAL the image may appear garbled See page 20 for instructions on adjusting the DIP switches A color image displays in black and white Try pressing the COLOR B W button on the remote control to switch to color mode Check the DIP switches on the document camera If video output is set to NTSC and the document camera is connected to a monitor that supports PAL the image may display i...

Page 47: ...ts and turn off any fluorescent lighting Make sure the document camera is not in direct sunlight Strong lighting especially fluorescent lights may affect the document camera s infrared receivers Turn off any nearby equipment that emits infrared energy such as a radiant room heater If the NORMAL button on the remote control does not return the screen to the auto iris default setting try pressing th...

Page 48: ...numbers U S 562 276 4394 6 AM to 6 PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday Canada 905 709 3839 6 AM to 6 PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday Toll or long distance charges may apply Before you call please have the following information ready Product name Epson ELPDC05 High Resolution Document Camera Product serial number located on the rear panel of the document camera Computer configuration if app...

Page 49: ...in 25 19 mm min Limit of focus adjustment 3 9 in 100 mm from the stage surface using the close up lens 1 6 feet 0 5 m to infinity with the camera positioned horizontally and without using the close up lens Zoom 18 optical with double speed function Focus Automatic manual Iris Automatic manual White balance Automatic manual Gamma selection ON γ 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 6 0 7 0 8 0 9 OFF γ 1 0 Image rotation 9...

Page 50: ...AA 2 Dimensions Weight 21 6 lb 9 8 kg Folded h w d 7 1 15 7 21 3 in 181 400 542 mm Unfolded h w d 21 9 27 4 21 3 in 555 697 542 mm Electrical Rated frequency 50 60 Hz Power supply 100 to 240 VAC Power consumption 100 to 240 VAC 55 W Rated current 0 8 A to 0 4 A Environmental Temperature Operating 41 to 104 F 5 to 40 C Storage 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C Humidity Operating 30 to 85 RH non condensing Sto...

Page 51: ...listed below Mode Refresh Rate Hz Resolution VGA1 84 889 640 350 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 85 008 640 480 SVGA 56 56 25 800 600 SVGA 60 60 317 800 600 SVGA 72 72 188 800 600 SVGA 75 75 800 600 SVGA 85 85 061 800 600 XGA 60 60 004 1024 768 XGA 70 70 069 1024 768 XGA 75 75 029 1024 768 XGA 85 84 997 1024 768 SXGA1 75 11...

Page 52: ... 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 42 640 400 Mode Refresh Rate Hz Resolution ...

Page 53: ...th a damp cloth only Never use liquid or aerosol cleaners or solvents or harsh chemicals like benzene or paint thinner as these may damage the document camera Never point the lens into the sun as this may damage the document camera Use only attachments and accessories recommended by Epson Never use the document camera near water for example near a bath tub kitchen sink laundry tub or swimming pool...

Page 54: ...erloading extension cords power strips or wall outlets can result in fire or electric shock Follow the instructions in this manual to install batteries in the remote control Never expose batteries to heat or flame and never mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types Do not use rechargeable Ni Cd batteries and do not try to recharge or short circuit the batteries Replace batteries as...

Page 55: ...t only those controls that are covered by the instructions in this manual This product includes a lamp component that contains mercury Hg Please consult your state and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling Do not put in the trash To make sure that only Epson replacement parts are used refer all servicing to Epson authorized servicers Substitution of unauthorized parts may result in fir...

Page 56: ...lowing if you experience problems The remote control batteries may be low on power replace them Dim the ambient lighting and or turn off any fluorescent lights Close any window coverings and or move the document camera out of direct sunlight Turn off other equipment that emits infrared energy If the remote control still does not work properly you can always use the buttons located on the document ...

Page 57: ... digital device Each product marketed is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis as required by 47CFR 2 909 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this d...

Page 58: ...circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help WARNING The connection of a non shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment It is the responsibility of the u...

Page 59: ...g warranty period of the product covered by this limited warranty However each replacement lamp carries the limited 90 day warranty stated above What This Warranty Does Not Cover This warranty covers only normal use in the United States and Canada For lamps 24 hour per day use causes unusual strain and is not considered normal use This warranty is not transferable and will not apply to products pu...

Page 60: ...THE REMEDY ABOVE FAILS EPSON S ENTIRE LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO A REFUND OF THE PRICE PAID FOR THE EPSON PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY In Canada warranties include both warranties and conditions Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so th...

Page 61: ...a to a computer 18 to 19 to a monitor 16 to 18 to a mouse 19 to a projector 16 to 18 Contrast adjusting 28 D Declaration of Conformity 57 Default settings restoring 32 DIP switches adjusting 20 44 Document camera cleaning 39 to 41 connecting 16 to 19 folding and storing 37 to 38 positioning 14 specifications 49 to 52 transporting 42 turning off 37 turning on 22 to 23 unfolding 15 to 16 E Electrica...

Page 62: ...tive film projecting 32 to 33 Noise image 28 44 to 45 NORMAL button 27 O On screen display adjusting settings 30 to 32 OPEN button 27 Options ordering 44 P Pausing display 29 31 Picture see Image Pointer using 30 Ports 17 to 19 POSI NEGA button 33 Positioning document camera 14 Power specifications 50 PRESET buttons 34 PrivateLine Support 9 48 Problems blank screen 23 image 44 to 46 remote control...

Page 63: ...chnical support 9 48 TELE button 26 Television connecting 16 to 18 Temperature requirements 50 Transparencies projecting 32 to 33 Transporting 42 Troubleshooting image 23 44 to 46 remote control 47 55 to 56 Turning off document camera 37 Turning on document camera 22 to 23 U Unfolding document camera 15 to 16 Unpacking document camera 12 V Video camera using camera as 35 Video formats supported 51...

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