Epson ELPDC02 User Guide

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EPSON® ELPDC02
High Resolution Document Imager
User’s Guide

Important Safety Information

WARNING: Never open any cover on the document camera. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the document camera can severely injure you. Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING: The document camera and its accessories come packaged in plastic bags. Keep plastic bags away from small children to avoid any risk of suffocation.
Caution
: Never attempt to replace the lamps. Refer all lamp servicing to qualified service personnel.

Copyright Notice

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON product. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products.
Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, 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 Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
PrivateLine and Presenters Club are registered trademarks of Epson America, Inc.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
Copyright © 2001 by Epson America, Inc. 5/01
CPD-12274
Printed on recycled paper.
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Contents

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Welcome
Getting the Most from Your Document Camera . . . . . . . . . . 2
Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Setting Up the Document Camera
Unpacking the Document Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Unfolding the Document Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Positioning the Document Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting to a Projector or Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting the RGB Video Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting the S-Video Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the RCA Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Adjusting the Camera Head Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Connecting to a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connecting the RGB Video Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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Using the Document Camera
Turning On Your Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Turning On the Document Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
What To Do If You See a Blank Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Switching Between Picture Sources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Adjusting the Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Zooming and Focusing Your Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Adjusting the Image Position and Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Adjusting the Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using the Camera Head as a Conventional
Video Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Turning Off and Storing the Document Camera . . . . . . . . . 23
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Maintaining and Transporting the Document Camera
Cleaning the Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Cleaning the Document Camera Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Transporting the Document Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Solving Problems
Solving Problems with the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Switching Between NTSC and PAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Solving Problems with the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Where to Get Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Telephone Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Technical Specifications
General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Compatible Video Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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Notices
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Remote Control Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
FCC Compliance Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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Index
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Welcome

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The EPSON
high resolution document camera that can be connected to all types of projectors and display devices. From boardrooms to auditoriums, you can show fine detail in a large variety of presentation materials.
The document cameras upper lamps provide ample lighting for printed material and 3-D objects, while its base lamps offer illumination for overhead transparencies and film negatives.
Your document camera captures images at a resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels with a maximum shooting area of 13.8 × 10.2 in. (350 × 260 mm). With its 10× zoom capability and true XGA resolution, even 10 point type can be read clearly. And the document cameras support for S-Video and composite video provides additional versatility.
You can connect the document camera to a wide range of computers, including IBM Power Macintosh PowerBook high-end workstations such as the Sun computers can be connected simultaneously.
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computers, many iMac™ and iBook™ series systems, and
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ELPDC02 High Resolution Document Imager is a
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compatible PCs and laptops, Apple® Macintosh,®
series (including G3 and G4 systems),
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SPARCstation.™ Up to two
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Getting the Most from Your Document Camera

Depending on your presentation, you can take advantage of any or all of these options:
Connecting to a projector or monitor
The document camera requires an output device, such as a
projector or monitor, to display its image. To connect the
document camera to these devices, see page 11.
Connecting to a laptop or other computer
You can connect up to two other video output sources, such as a
laptop and desktop computer. This is especially useful if your
projector has only one video input port. See page 14 for more
information.
Using the remote control
The remote control lets you control the lamps, zoom and focus
your image, and switch the display from the camera to a
computer. See Chapter 2 for details.
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Using Your Documentation

This book contains all the information you need to set up and use your document camera. Please follow these guidelines as you read through it:
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes contain important information about your document
camera.

Getting More Information

Need tips on giving presentations? More information about your document camera? Heres where you can look for help:
http://www.presentersonline.com
Includes a library of articles covering presentation tips, tricks, and technology. The site provides templates, clip art, and sound clips, as well as Presenters Services to use on the road. Even more resources and services are available if you register to join the Presenters Club
http://support.epson.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 get help fast. Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the card included with your document camera. Or take advantage of EPSONs electronic support services 24 hours a day. See page 32 for more information.
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and its free.
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Support service to

Registration

To register, simply fill out and return the enclosed registration card.
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Setting Up the
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Document Camera
This chapter tells you how to set up the document camera for a video
presentation.
Youll find instructions for the following in this chapter:
Unpacking the document camera
Installing batteries in the remote control
Unfolding the document camera
Positioning the document camera
Connecting to a projector or monitor
Adjusting the camera head switches
Connecting to a computer
Setting Up the Document Camera 5

Unpacking the Document Camera

After unpacking the document camera, make sure you have all the items shown below:
document camera
batteries
remote control
RCA cableRGB video cable S-Video cable
power cord
Save all packaging in case you need to ship the document camera. Always use the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the document camera to another location. For transportation instructions, see page 28.
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Installing Batteries in the Remote Control

Before using the remote control, you need to install its batteries as described below.
1. Press down on the ridged area and remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert two AAA batteries as shown.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover.
ridged area
caution
When replacing batteries, take the following precautions:
Dont 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.
Dont expose batteries to heat or flame.
Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.
Remove batteries if you wont be using the document camera for a long period of time.
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Unfolding the Document Camera

Follow the steps below to unfold the document camera.
1. Unfold the first lighting unit arm (1) and then the second (2) as shown until they stop.
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2. Press the camera arm lock release button (3) and raise the camera arm (4) until the button returns to its original position and you hear a click. Make sure the camera arm is securely locked.
camera head
lighting unit
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lighting unit
3. Rotate the camera head so that the lens faces the stage (downward).
4. Rotate the lighting units so that the lamps face the stage.
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caution
Dont hold or lift the document camera by the camera head or lighting unit arms, or you may damage them.

Positioning the Document Camera

Before connecting the document camera, you need to decide where to place it. Wherever you place it, be sure to follow these guidelines:
Place the document camera on a sturdy, level surface.
Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and under the document camera.
Make sure the document camera is within 10 feet (3 m) of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord, and within 5 feet (1.5 m) of your output source.
Make sure you are within 23 feet (7 m) of the front or back 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 front of the room, face the audience, and remain close enough to the equipment to be able to control it.
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stage
control panel

Connecting to a Projector or Monitor

You 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 all three connections. Most computer monitors support only RGB video, while many television monitors support S-Video and composite video.
RGB video provides the highest quality, with true XGA resolution. S-Video offers the next best quality, followed by composite video.

Connecting the RGB Video Cable

Before you start, make sure your document camera and projector or monitor are turned off.
1. Connect one end of the RGB video cable to the document cameras
RGB OUT
port.
2. Connect the other end of the RGB video cable to RGB video input port on the projector or monitor.
or
3. Tighten the screws on the connectors.
note
The RGB video input port on the projector or monitor may be labeled computer, component video, or video in.
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