ClearOne comm Flexible Camera User Manual
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Flexible Camera Series User Manual
Flexible Camera Series — Introduction
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Flexible Camera Series — Table of Contents
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Flexible cameras are a comprehensive line of cameras that introduce students to new ways
of looking at learning. Teachers can easily capture and display full-color documents, 3-D
objects and video. Use the microscope adapter to display specimens and experiments in
full-color detail. Attach a VCR to record interactive activities. ClearOne Educational
Cameras are so uniquely flexible and effective that classes enjoy unprecedented
productivity and overwhelming participation.
This manual provides usage information for the following cameras: FlexCam,TeachCam,
StudentCam, and IDCam. Please read these instructions carefully and keep this manual
for future reference.
Service and support
If you need any additional information on how to install, set up or operate your
camera, please contact us.
We welcome and encourage your comments so we can continue
to improve our products and better meet your needs.
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Technical support
Tel: 1-800-283-5936(USA) or 1-801-974-3760
Fax: 1-801-977-0087
E-mail: tech.support@clearone.com
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Sales and customer service
Tel: 1-800-945-7730 (USA) or 1-801-975-7200
Fax: 1-800-933-5107 (USA) or 1-801-977-0087
E-mail: sales@clearone.com
Product returns
All product returns require a return authorization (RA) number. Please contact ClearOne
Technical Support before attempting to return your product. Make sure you return all the
items that shipped with your product and include a brief description of how the product
was being used when the problem occurred.
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Service and support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Product returns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Important safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Handling the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Application examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Making Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Camera connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Using the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
General usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Microscope adapter and couplers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
TeachCam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
StudentCam and IDCam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Camera comparison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
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without notice.
Flexible Camera Series Installation and Operation Manual
ClearOne Part No. 800-171-101 July 2004 (Rev. 3.0)
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Table of Contents Introduction
Flexible Camera Series — Introduction
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Flexible Camera Series — Introduction
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Important safeguards
Before operating a camera, please read the entire manual thoroughly.
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Use only the wall mount power supply provided. Using a different power supply may cause
the camera to malfunction or may damage the camera
• Do not operate the camera if the power cord is damaged or if the camera has been dropped
or damaged. A qualified service technician must examine the camera before operating.
• Position the cord so that it will not be tripped over, pulled on or come into contact with hot
surfaces.
• Always unplug the camera from the electrical outlet before cleaning or servicing.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse in water or other liquids.
Handling the camera
• All ClearOne cameras are for indoor use only.
• Do not use cameras next to food or beverages. Cameras have been tested and approved for
use in chemistry labs. However, be careful not to spill liquid or dry chemicals or solvents on
the camera.
• Do not use cameras right next to working TVs, radios, motors, transformers or magnetic
fields.
• Avoid touching the lens.To clear any dust, blow pressurized air onto the lens. Clean smears
or smudges by wiping with a lens cleaning cloth.
• Clean exterior of camera with a clean, damp cloth; do not use any abrasive
chemicals.
• Use both hands whenever adjusting the neck of the camera; this will avoid any unnecessary
strain on the camera base and will keep the camera from tipping over.
• Do not attempt to take the camera apart.There are no user-serviceable components inside.
• Do not direct the lens of the camera toward the sun.This may damage the camera.
• Do not store or operate the camera under the following conditions:
~ Outdoors or connected to outdoor or auxiliary power sources.
~ In environments with high humidity.
~ In inclement weather.
~ Under severe vibration.
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Unpacking
Carefully remove the camera, cables and power supply from the packaging.
Ensure you have
received all items by referencing the descriptions provided for your specific camera.
If any parts are missing, please call the Technical Support Group at
1-800-283-5936 (USA) or 1-801-974-3760.
Note:ClearOne is not responsible for product damage incurred during shipment. You must
make claims directly with the carrier. Inspect your shipment carefully for obvious signs of
damage. If the shipment appears damaged, retain the original boxes and packing material
for inspection by the carrier. Contact your carrier immediately.
FlexCam™
This full-motion analog camera can be used to take color pictures, make color movies, and
view three-dimensional objects, documents and photographs. It’s also ideal for
videoconferencing and comes standard with a 5.57 mm, D-mount lens.
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Figure 1. FlexCam and accessories
FlexCam
User Manual S-Video to
6' Connector Cable
with S-Video connector
Plug
12 VDC Power
Composite Adapte
Focus Ring
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StudentCam
®
This camera displays precise images, slides and small scientific objects under any lighting.
The StudentCam is a full-motion, color camera that is S-video and composite compatible
and features an 8 mm, C-mount lens with 1:1.6 aperture.
IDCam
™
The IDCam is used for taking head and shoulders photos and is compatible with most ID
badging systems. The IDCam is a full-motion, S-video, color analog camera and comes
standard with a 16 mm, C-mount lens with 1:1.6 aperture.
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Figure 3. StudentCam and accessories
Figure 4. IDCam and accessories
TeachCam
®
This camera displays precise images, slides and small scientific objects under any lighting.
The TeachCam is a full-motion, color, S-video/analog camera featuring an 8 mm, C-mount
lens with 1:1.6 aperture. A self-contained lightbase enables viewing of 35mm slides and
microscope slides.
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Figure 2.TeachCam and accessories
TeachCam
Microscope Eyepiece
Adapter and Couplers
Nordic Box Carrying Case
S-Video to
Composite Adapter
6' Connector Cable and
20' Connector Cable
with S-video and Audio Connector
StudentCam
12 VDC Power Plug
6' Connector Cable and
20' Connector Cable
with S-Video and Audio Connectors
Microscope Eyepiece
Adapter and Couplers
User Manual
S-Video to
Composite Adapter
User Manual Camera Bracket
IllumaSlides IllumaBoxes
BNC Adapter
12 VDC Power Plug
User Manual
IDCam 6' Connector Cable
with S-Video and Audio Connectors
12 VDC Power Plug
S-Video to
Composite Adapte
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