Canon RE-350 Instruction Manual
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Canon Video Visualizer
Vidéo visualiseur Canon
RE-350
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODE D'EMPLOI
Please read this instruction manual carefully before operation. Store
this manual in a readily accessible location for future reference.
Veuillez lire attentivement ce mode d'emploi avant d'utiliser
l'appareil. Conservez-le soigneusement pour référence.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Canon Video Visualizer RE-350.
The RE-350 is a user-friendly portable image input device with a built-in video camera and a 12 x
zoom lens. It projects images of flat documents, three-dimensional objects, film, etc., onto a video
monitor. Here are the main features:
• Quality images can be immediately projected by the auto focus, auto white balance, and auto
iris (automatic exposure) functions.
• This device has abundant video inputs and outputs, including VIDEO IN/OUT, S-VIDEO
IN/OUT, RGB OUT, and external synchronization input.
• Simply by pressing a button, you can convert from negative to positive, or switch from color to
black and white.
• Stereo sound is available.
• This device has a backlight that can easily project film and other transparencies.
• Functions of the RE-350 can be controlled via RS-232C connection.
To use this product correctly, please read this Instruction Manual carefully before operation.
Confirm that the package contains the following items:
1. Canon Video Visualizer RE-350
2. Power cord (6.6 ft/2 m) x 1
3. Unit cover
4. Instruction Manual
5. Warranty Card
IMPORTANT WARNINGS
Following signs are shown on the product.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
• This Instruction Manual may not be copied, in whole or part, without prior consent of Canon.
• The content of this manual is subject to change without notice.
© Copyright 1996 CANON INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
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IMPORTANT USAGE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,
USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
FCC NOTICE
Note: 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 communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the
manual. If such changes or modifications are made, you could be required to stop operation of the
equipment.
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This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from a
digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital
Apparatus”, ICES-003 of the Bureau of Industry and Science Canada.
The serial number of this product can be found on the back of the unit.
No other unit has the same serial number. You should record the number and other vital information
here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of
theft.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No. RE-350
Serial No.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon Video Visualizer RE-350 and
all its accessories.
1. Read Instructions—All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the product is
operated.
2. Retain Instructions—The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings—All warnings on the product and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions—All operating and maintenance
instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning—Unplug this product from the wall outlet
before cleaning.
Wipe the product with a clean soft cloth. If
necessary, put the cloth in diluted neutral detergent
and wring it out well, before wiping the product.
Finally, clean the product with a clean dry cloth. Do
not use benzene, thinner or other volatile liquids or
pesticides as they may damage the product’s finish.
When using chemically-treated cleaning cloths,
observe their precautions accordingly.
product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult and serious damage to the product. 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.
9. Power Sources—This product should be operated
only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply in your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company.
10.Grounding—This product is equipped with a 3pronged grounding plug (the plug has a third
grounding pin).
The 3-pronged grounding plug will fit into a
grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.
6. Accessories—Do not use non Canon approved
accessories as they may be hazardous. Always use
the specified connection cables and be sure to
connect devices correctly.
7. Water and Moisture—Hazard of electric shock—Do
not use this product near water or in rainy/moist
situations. Do not put a heater near this product.
8. Placing or Moving—Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The
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11.Power-Cord Protection—Power 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 plugs, and the point from
which the cords exit the product.
12.Outdoor Antenna Grounding—If an outside antenna
is connected to the product, be sure the antenna is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section
810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.
70—1984, provides information with respect to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna dischage unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna dischage unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the gounding electrode. See
figure 1.
Fig. 1
Example of antenna grounding
as per National Electrical Code
Antenna lead-in wire
Ground clamp
Electric Service
Equipment
NEC—National Electric Code
13.Lightning—For added protection of this product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, disconnect it
from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the
product due to lightning and power-line surges.
14.Power Lines—An outside antenna system should
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
15.Overloading—Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
16.Objects 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. Be
careful not to spill liquid of any kind onto the
product.
Antenna discharge unit
(NEC section 810-20)
Grounding conductors
(NEC section 810-21)
Ground clamps
Power service grounding
electrode system
(NEC art 250, part H)
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18.Damage Requiring Service—Disconnect the product
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects
have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the product does not operate normally even if
you follow the operating instructions, adjust
only those controls that are covered by the
operation instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to its normal
operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet
has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance. This indicates a need for service.
19.Replacement Parts—When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts that are specified by Canon or
that have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
20.Safety Check—Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product
is in safe operating order.
17.Servicing—Do not attempt to service this product
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS
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2. ASSEMBLING, STORING AND CONNECTION
3. OPERATION
Manual Focusing
Film Projection
Readjusting the White Balance
Converting from Negative to Positive
Projecting Black-and-White Documents
Adjusting Brightness and Picture Quality
4. SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION
Outputting to a RGB Monitor
To Control by a Computer
Changing to Pictures via External Input Equipment
Using a Microphone
Recording by VCR
Using External Synchronization
Functions Controlled by a Computer
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6. SPECIFICATIONS
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Camera head
Arm
Rear panel
Arm lock release
lever
Press to fold/unfold
the arm.
Power switch
(see page 12)
Lens cap
Illumination lamp
Illumination lamp for reflection copies.
Pressing the LIGHTS button on the
operation panel turns the lamp on. The
angle of the lamp is adjustable.
Document table and Backlight
Right side panel
Operation panel
Carrying handle
Pull out to carry the unit.
NOTICE
After turning the power OFF, wait at least 5 seconds before turning the power
ON again. Turning the power ON too soon may cause a malfunction.
The illumination lamps do not light up immediately after the LIGHTS button is
pressed. To protect the lamps, the system preheats for 3 seconds, then turns
the lamps on.
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