Califone DiggiDitto DC896 User Manual

DiggiDitto™ DC896
Document Camera
User Manual
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DiggiDitto™ DC896
Document Camera
Thank you for purchasing the Califone® DiggiDitto DC896 Document Camera.
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The DiggiDitto DC896 Document Camera provides both an interactive learning experience and the capability of acting as a multimedia switcher. Its incredible 12x Optical Zoom allows for viewing amazing detail with a crisp and clear picture. The classroom uses of the DiggiDitto DC896 Document Camera will bring a new enthusiasm and long-lasting retention into your learning experience!
Please take the time to read through this instructional manual. The information included will aid you in the optimal operation of your document camera.
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 1,300,000 pixel resolution
 Base Light 8 ½”x 11”
 Save innite pictures via USB
 12x Optical Zoom
 Annotation Feature
 Remote Control
Control Functions
Positive/Negative 3 Light Modes Brightness Control Sharpness Control White Balance Input Source Standby /Resume Zoom +/­Focus +/-
Auto Focus Freeze Image Text and Dynamic Modes Volume Control Capture Image Mirror Image Split Screen Color to Black & White
KEY FEATURES
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ATTENTION: All safety and operating instructions should be read before operating appliance. All operating and use instruction should be followed when operating the appliance. Heed and adhere to all warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions. Retain all savety and operating instructions for future reference.
WATER & MOISTURE—Do not sue the appliance near water. i.e. bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet basement, or swimming pool.
VENTILATION—Do not situate the appliance so that its location or position interferes with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or simialr surface that may block the ventilation openings. The appliance should not be placed in a built-in intallation—such as a bookcase or cabinet—that may impede the ow of air through the ventilation openings.
HEAT—Situat the appliance away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including ampliers) that produce heat.
POWER SOURCES—Connect the appliance only to a power supply type described in the operating instructions or marked on the appliance.
POLARIZATION or GROUNDING— Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of the appliance are not defeated.
POWER CORD PROTECTION—Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, conveninece receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
CLEANING—The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. Always unplug before cleaning the device. Use a damp, soft cloth for cleaning Do not use volatile solvent.
NON-USE PERIODS—Unplug the appliance pouwer cord from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
OBJECT & LIQUID ENTRY—Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE—The appliance should be serviced by qualied service personnel when: (A) the power supply cord or the plug have been damaged, (B) objects have fallen or liquids have been spilled into the appliance, (C) the appliance has been exposed to rain, (D) the appliance does not appear to be operating normally or exhibits a marked change in performance, or (E) the appliance has been dropped or the enclosure has been damaged.
SERVICING—The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond the steps described in the operating instructions. For all other servicing refer to qualied service personnel.
LOCATION—Place the device on a stable surface to prevent injuries or damage. Do no place in direct sunlight. Keep camera away from acid or alkali gasses. Do not place in humid, dusty, or windy locations. Keep within the recommended environment: Temperature of 0ºC –45ºC (32ºF–113ºF) and humidity less than 75 %.
ABNORMAL FUNCTIONALITY—If this equipment functions abnormally, shuch as putting off smoke, smells, or noise, immediately unplug and call for professional assistance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
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1. PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS 8
1.1 Control Panel 9
1.2 Back Panel 10
1.3 Side Panel 11
1.4 Wireless Remote Control 12
2. SETUP 15
2.1 Connecting Cables 16
2.1.1 Connecting to a Display Device 17
2.1.1.1 Connections Using a VGA (RGB) Cable 17
2.1.1.2 Connections Using an RCA Video Cable 18
2.1.1.3 Connections Using an S-Video Cable 19
2.1.1.4 Multiple Connections 19
2.1.2 Speakers and Microphone Connections 20
2.2 The Power Cord 21
3. BASIC OPERATION 21
3.1 Simple Instructions for Presenting 21
3.2 Presenting Transparencies or Slide Film 23
3.3 Alternate use of DiggiDitto™ 24
4. DETAILED FUNCTIONS 25
4.1 Display Input Selection 25
4.2 Lighting 25
4.3 Zoom 27
4.4 Focusing 28
4.5 Color and Black & White Options 29
4.6 Positive/Negative Conversion 29
4.7 Text/Dynamic Modes 30
4.8 Rotate 30
4.9 Screen Division 32
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DiggiDitto™ DC896
Document Camera
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5. CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER 33
5.1 USB Connection with EzPreview 1.0 33
5.1.1 EzPreview 1.0 Installation 34
5.1.1.1 Setup Applications 34
5.1.1.2 Driver Installation 36
5.1.2 Using EzPreview Controls 43
5.1.2.1 Saving an Image 44
5.1.2.2 Control 45
5.1.2.3 Recording Video 46
5.1.2.4 Annotation 48
5.1.3 Help 49
5.1.4 Troubleshooting with EzPreview 49
5.2 Installing the RS-232 Software 51
5.2.1 RS-232 Connection 51
5.2.2 Serial Ports 55
5.2.3 Projector Setup 55
5.2.4 Audio Setup 57
5.2.5 Code Import/Export 58
6. STORAGE 61
7. TROUBLESHOOTING 62
8. TABLES AND CHARTS 63
8.1 Functions and their Control Devices 63
8.2 Specications 64
TheDiggiDitto™DC896DocumentCamerakitcontains thefollowing:
DiggiDitto™ DC896
Document Camera
User Manual Remote Control
Power Adapter
and Cord
VGA Cable
USB Cable
Software CD
DiggiDitto™ DC896
Document Camera
User Manual
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
1. Infrared Receiver
2. Camera Head
3. Upper Arm
4. Camera Lens
5. Main Arm
6. Upper Light
7. Lamp Arm
8. Base Light
9. Remote Control Slot
11. Control Panel
10. Side Panel
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1. PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
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20.19.18.17.16.15.14.13.
23.22.21. 24.
Icon Function
12. Power On/Off
13. Freeze
14. Light Control
15. Text and Picture Modes
16. Output Display to PC Monitor
17. Output Display to Projector
18. Brightness Control
19. Auto Focus
20. Zoom In/Out
21. Positive and Negative Modes
22. Color and Black/White Modes
23. Screen Division
24. Rotate Image
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1.1 CONTROL PANEL
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34.
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1.2 BACK PANEL
The ports located at the back of the DiggiDitto™ allow connections to a variety of equipment—from computer monitors to projectors.
Label Function
25.
DC-IN-12V
Power Socket for the AC adaptor.
26.
RS 232
Serial Port. To control the document camera from a
PC through the RS-232 cable.
27.
S-VIDEO
S-Video Output. Connects to TV or other display
device; shows document camera images.
28.
VIDEO OUT
RCA Video Signal Output. Connects to TV or other
display device; show document camera images.
29.
AUDIO OUT
Stereo Audio Output, PC Audio Output. Connects
to speakers. May use converter for other audio con-
nections.
30.
AUDIO IN
Stereo Audio Input. PC Audio Input. To transfer au­dio through document camera to connected speak-
ers. May use converter to input other types of audio.
31.
PC RGB IN
RGB Inputs. May connect computers or other AV, to show that information through the document camera
onto connected display screen.
32.
PC RGB
OUT
RGB Outputs (also known as VGA). Connects to
monitor, projector, or other display device; shows
document camera images.
33.
PROJECTOR
RGB OUT
RGB Outputs (also known as VGA). Connects to
monitor, projector, or other display device; shows
document camera images.
34.
USB
USB port. Images may be saved onto the computer
through a USB cable.
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37.36.35.
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1.3 SIDE PANEL
Label Function
35. VOL Microphone Volume Control
36. MIC
Microphone input. May use converter to input
other types of audio.
37. RGB IN
RGB Input (VGA). May connect computers or
other AV to show information through the docu-
ment camera onto connected display screen.
38.
AUDIO
IN
PC Audio Input. To transfer audio through docu-
ment camera to connected speakers. May use
converter to input other types of audio.
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1.4 WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL
The remote control is a convenient way to operate the document camera. Remember to point the remote control at the IR receiver located at the front base of the camera. Its receivable range is approximately six meters (19.6 feet).
Icon
Label
Description
POWER
Turn on/ Turn off or decode projec-
tor on.
LAMP
On/ off of the visualiser lamps, or
decode projector off.
VOL+ Turn on the volume
VOL- Turn off the volume
PREVIEW Output Signal to display screen
SHOOT-
ING
Output Signal to projector or TV
SIGNAL RGB and AV signal output switch
DIVISION
Freeze the left part of image to
compare with the movable image
on the right side
ROTATE Rotate the image
FREEZE
Freeze the image shot by the
camera
NEGA-
TIVE
Display image in positive or nega-
tive
IMAGE/
TEXT
Display image in text or image
mode
B/W Display image in color or B/W
CAPTURE Store the exact image captured
PREVIEW Display image captured and stored
NEXT
Choose next image to review or
delete
PLAY­BACK
Display stored image in full screen
DELETE Delete captured image
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TELE Image zoom in
WIDE Image zoom out
AF Auto focus one time
FAR Adjust focus manually
NEAR Adjust focus manually
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2. SETUP
 Raise the main arm vertically.
 Unfold the lighting arms until they reach the end position.
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 Adjust the camera head and lighting arms.
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2.1 CONNECTING CABLES
NOTE: Be sure to disconnect the power supplies of all units before making cable connections.
Microphone
PC
TV
Speaker
LCD Screen
Project or
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2.1.1 CONNECTING TO A DISPLAY DEVICE
The DiggiDitto™ has the ability to show images through various display devices such as a projector, television, or computer monitor.
2.1.1.1 Connections Using a VGA (RGB) Cable
 Locate the VGA (RGB) 1 Output Port of the DiggiDitto™
(indicated below) and the VGA (RGB) Input Port of the
display device.
 Using the provided VGA (RGB) cable, connect the VGA (RGB) Output Port of the DiggiDitto™ to the VGA (RGB) Input Port of the display device.
 A second display device may also be connected through the DiggiDitto™.
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2.1.1.2 Connections Using an RCA Video Cable
A television, projector, or other display device can also be connected to the DiggiDitto™ using an RCA Video Cable.
 Using an RCA video cable, connect the
Video Output Port of the DiggiDitto™ to the Video Input Port of the television or display device.
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2.1.1.3 Connections Using an S-Video Cable
The S-Video connection provides a better video quality than the RCA Video Port.
 Using an S-Video cable, connect the Video
Output Port of the DiggiDitto™ to the S-Video Input Port of the television or display device.
2.1.1.4 Multiple Connections
The DiggiDitto can be used to connect a variety of audio/ visual and computer devices which can then be shown on a common display. Thus, the images from the different devices can be viewed alternately through the DiggiDitto™ on the display screen.
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2.1.2 SPEAKERS AND MICROPHONE CONNECTIONS
A microphone may be connected to go through the DiggiDitto™ outputting to connected speakers. The DiggiDitto™ creates a karaoke effect, mixing audio sources as the microphone acts as a voice-over. Another audio source may be inputted (using Audio In).
 All power sources should be turned off before making cord
connections.
 Connect speakers to Audio Out (labeled
Audio Out o n the rear panel).
 Plug in the microphone to MIC input located
on the side panel.
 Adjust the volume to the desired setting.
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2.2 THE POWER CORD
Lastly, after making all connections, plug the power cord into the power cord receptacle of the document camera and the AC outlet.
3. BASIC OPERATION
The DiggiDitto DC896 may be controlled using the front panel, wireless remote control, or through the computer via USB or RS-232 connection.
3.1 SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRESENTING
1. After connecting the DiggiDitto™ to an accompanying display device (monitor, projector, etc.), turn ON the DiggiDitto™ power switch. The side lights will illuminate.
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