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DC170
Document Camera
[Important]
User Manual - English
To download the latest version of Quick Start
Guide, multilingual user manual, software, or
driver, etc., please visit Lumens
http://www.Mylumens.com/goto.htm
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Table of Contents
Copyright Information .................................................................................................... 3
Chapter 1 Safety Instructions ..................................................................................... 4
Precautions .................................................................................................. 5
FCC Warning ................................................................................................ 5
EN55022 (CE Radiation) Warning ............................................................... 5
Chapter 2 Package Contents ....................................................................................... 6
Chapter 3 Product Overview ....................................................................................... 7
3.1 Relative position of the presenter and document ........................................... 8
Chapter 4 Installation and Connections ..................................................................... 9
4.1 System diagram ............................................................................................. 9
4.2 Installation and setup ................................................................................... 10
4.3 Connecting to a projector or monitor ............................................................ 10
4.4 Connecting to a computer and use Lumens™ software .............................. 11
4.5 Connecting to a computer and projector or monitor simultaneously ............ 11
4.6 Connect to a PC and read the SD card ........................................................ 12
4.7 Connecting to an Interactive Whiteboard (IWB) ........................................... 12
4.8 Connecting to an HDTV ............................................................................... 13
4.9 Connecting to a speaker .............................................................................. 13
4.10 Connecting to a Computer with RS232 ........................................................ 14
4.11 Connecting to a TV ...................................................................................... 14
4.12 Installing application software ...................................................................... 15
Chapter 5 Start Using ................................................................................................. 16
Chapter 6 Control Panel/Remote Control and Setting Menu .................................. 17
6.1 Functions of control panel and remote control ............................................. 17
6.2 Setting Menu ................................................................................................ 19
Chapter 7 Descriptions of major functions .............................................................. 24
7.1 I would like to automatically adjust the image to have the best brightness and
focusing performance .................................................................................. 24
7.2 I would like to switch image sources ............................................................ 24
7.3 I would like to switch the image mode .......................................................... 24
7.4 I would like to make text clearer and photos more colorful .......................... 24
7.5 I would like to zoom in/out images ............................................................... 25
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7.6 I would like to use the auto focus ................................................................. 25
7.7 I would like to adjust the brightness ............................................................. 25
7.8 I would like to turn on/off the lamp ............................................................... 25
7.9 I would like to freeze images ........................................................................ 26
7.10 I would like to rotate the image .................................................................... 26
7.11 I want to capture images .............................................................................. 26
7.12 I would like to record videos ......................................................................... 27
7.13 I would like to view captured/recorded images............................................. 28
7.14 I would like to delete the captured/recorded images .................................... 29
7.15 I would like to automatically delete the stored images whenever it is turned
off (Auto Erase) ............................................................................................ 29
7.16 I would like to enlarge a part of the image (PAN) ......................................... 29
7.17 I would like to use the MASK and Spotlight function .................................... 30
7.18 I would like to play the slides (Slide Show) .................................................. 31
7.19 I would like to compare images (compare live images with stored images
(PIP)) ........................................................................................................... 31
7.20 I would like to reduce the image noise (Projector Type) ............................... 32
7.21 I would like to resume the factory default settings (Factory Reset) .............. 32
7.22 I would like to change the splash screen ..................................................... 33
7.23 I would like to use a SD card........................................................................ 34
7.24 Computer-related functions .......................................................................... 34
Chapter 8 Connecting to Microscope ....................................................................... 36
Chapter 9 DIP Switch Settings .................................................................................. 37
9.1 Connecting to a projector or monitor ............................................................ 37
9.2 Connecting to a TV ...................................................................................... 38
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 39
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Copyright Information
Copyrights © Lumens Digital Optics Inc. All rights reserved.
Lumens is a trademark that is currently being registered by Lumens Digital Optics Inc.
Copying, reproducing or transmitting this file is not allowed if a license is not provided by
Lumens Digital Optics Inc. unless copying this file is for the purpose of backup after
purchasing this product.
In order to keep improving the product, Lumens Digital Optics Inc. hereby reserves the right
to make changes to product specifications without prior notice. The information in this file is
subject to change without prior notice.
To fully explain or describe how this product should be used, this manual may refer to
names of other products or companies without any intention of infringement.
Disclaimer of warranties: Lumens Digital Optics Inc. is neither responsible for any possible
technological, editorial errors or omissions, nor responsible for any incidental or related
damages arising from providing this file, using, or operating this product.
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Chapter 1 Safety Instructions
Always follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the Document Camera:
1. Do not place Document Camera in tilted position.
2. Do not place the Document Camera on an unstable trolley, stand or table.
3. Do not use the Document Camera near water or source of heat.
4. Use attachments only as recommended.
5. Use the type of power source indicated on the Document Camera. If you are not sure
of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local electricity company for
advice.
6. Place the Document Camera on a place that it can be unplugged easily.
7. Always take the following precautions when handling the plug. Failure to do so may
result in sparks or fire.
Ensure the plug is free of dust before inserting it into a socket.
Ensure that the plug is inserted into the socket securely.
8. Do not overload wall sockets, extensions leads or multi-way plug boards as this may
cause fire or electric shock.
9. Do not place the Document Camera where the cord can be stepped on as this may
result in fraying or damage to the lead or the plug.
10. Unplug the Document Camera from the wall socket before cleaning. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
11. Do not block the slots and openings in the Document Camera case. They provide
ventilation and prevent the Document Camera from overheating. Do not place the
Document Camera on a sofa, rug or other soft surface or in a built-in installation
unless proper ventilation is provided.
12. Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots. Never allow liquid of any kind
to spill into the Document Camera.
13. Except as specifically instructed in this User Manual, do not attempt to operate this
product by yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltages and other hazards. Refer all servicing to licensed service personnel.
14. Unplug the Document Camera during thunderstorms or if it is not going to be used for
an extended period. Do not place the Document Camera or remote control on top of
heat-emitting equipment or heated objects such as a car, etc.
15. Unplug the Document Camera from the wall outlet and refer serving to licensed
service personnel when the following situations happen:
If the power cable or plug becomes damaged or frayed.
If liquid is spilled into it or the Document Camera has been exposed to rain or
water.
<Note> Using an incorrect battery type in the remote control may result in
breakdown. Follow your country’s instructions on how to dispose of used batteries.
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Precautions
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to
rain or moisture.
This Document Camera has a 3-wire AC line Plug. This is a safety feature to ensure that
the plug will fit into the power outlet. Do not try to disable this safety feature.
If the Document Camera will not be used for an extended time, unplug it from the power
socket.
Note
Risk of Electric Shock
Please do not open it by yourself
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No
user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to licensed service personnel.
This symbol indicates that
this equipment may contain
dangerous voltage which
could cause electric shock.
This symbol indicates that
there are important operating
and maintenance
instructions in this User
Manual with this unit.
FCC Warning
This Document Camera has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
EN55022 (CE Radiation) Warning
This product is intended for use in a commercial, industrial, or educational environment. It
is not intended for residential use.
This is a Class A product. In a residential environment it may cause radio interference, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. The typical use is in a
conference room, meeting room or auditorium.
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Chapter 2 Package Contents
DC170 Quick Start Guide 4-Steps Card
(For download of other
language versions, please
visit Lumens website)
VGA Cable USB Cable Power Cord
Remote Control Remote Control Holder Microscope Adapter
Accessory Pouch
Appearance may vary
depending on country/region
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Chapter 3 Product Overview
4. Control panel
6. Built-in Microphone
7. Remote senso
1. Gooseneck
2. AF button
3 Lamp
5. LED indicator
8. Lens
9. LED lamp
10. DIP Switch Settings
(Bottom)
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3.1 Relative position of the presenter and document
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Chapter 4 Installation and Connections
4.1 System diagram
Projector or Monitor
Earphone or
Computer
TV
SD Card
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Speaker
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or HDTV
Monitor
4.2 Installation and setup
1. Please set up the DIP Switch Settings first. Refer to Chapter 9 DIP Switch
Settings in the DC190 User Manual.
4.3 Connecting to a projector or monitor
VGA Cable
Power Cord
Monitor or
Projector
AC Outlet
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4.4 Connecting to a computer and use Lumens™ software
USB Cable
Projector
Power Cord
VGA Cable
Com
AC Outlet
ute
Driver and software can be downloaded from Lumens website
4.5 Connecting to a computer and projector or monitor
simultaneously
VGA Cable
ute
Com
VGA Cable
Power Cord
Monitor or
Projector
AC Outlet
Press [SOURCE] button to switch the image source.
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4.6 Connect to a PC and read the SD card
SD Card
USB Cable
Power Cord
AC Outlet
Compute
<Note> Connected to a computer and turned off, the Document Camera is just
regarded as an external storage device.
4.7 Connecting to an Interactive Whiteboard (IWB)
Projector
USB Cable
Power Cord
AC Outlet
VGA Cable
USB Cable
Com
ute
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4.8 Connecting to an HDTV
HDMI Cable
HDTV
4.9 Connecting to a speaker
Power Cord
AC Outlet
Power Cord
AC Outlet
Earphone or Speaker
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4.10 Connecting to a Computer with RS232
EXTENDER
Adapter
Power Cord
RS232 Adapte
AC Outlet
Com
ute
After connecting to the RS232 cable, you can use RS232 commands to control
DC170.
4.11 Connecting to a TV
DIP Switch Settings
Power Cord
AC Outlet
NTSC: USA, Canada, Mexico, Panama, Chile, Japan, Taiwan, Korea, and
EXTENDER
Adapter
C-Video Cable
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Philippines.
PAL: Countries/regions not listed above.
<Note> You should unplug and reconnect the power cord, and then restart the
machine for DIP Switch Settings to take effect. Once C-VIDEO is on, VGA OUT is
not supported.
<Note> Only the live image can be displayed in C-Video Out mode.
4.12 Installing application software
The application software installed on the computer enables you to:
Control the DC170.
Capture and record images.
Annotate the image, highlight important details and save it.
Support the full screen function.
<Note> Please refer to Ladibug™ software user manual for installation steps and
software operation.
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Chapter 5 Start Using
1. Place an object to be displayed under
the camera.
2. Turn on Power .
3. Adjust the gooseneck and lens to the
appropriate positions.
4. Press [AUTO TUNE]
optimize the image. You are ready to
teach/present.
Each time the camera head is moved,
please locate it and then press
[FOCUS] to refocus the lens.
button to
When using the remote control, aim at the remote sensor on the DC170, and
press the power button.
Once DC170 is turned on, the LED on the control panel will flash a few times
and stay lit. Please contact your distributor if the LED is not on.
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Chapter 6 Control Panel/Remote Control and
Setting Menu
6.1 Functions of control panel and remote control
<Remark> The below functions are listed alphabetically.
Name Function Descriptions Operation
Remote control
/Control panel
Remote control
/Control panel
Either sides of the
lens
Remote control
/Control panel
Remote control
Control panel
Remote control
Remote control
Control panel
,,,
FOCUS
AUTO TUNE
BRT+/-
/
CAPTURE
CAPTURE
/DEL
ENTER
ENTER /
FREEZE
Turn on and off the Document Camera.
Move up, down, left or right to select the
needed function.
AF Button.
Automatically adjust the image to have the best
brightness and focusing performance.
Adjust the brightness of the image.
Capture images to SD card (priority) or internal
memory card.
Capture and save images to the SD Card
(priority) or internal memory card while
displaying live images.
Delete files from the SD Card (priority) or
internal memory while reading the stored files
(in Playback mode).
Enter/Activate functions.
Live image: Freeze the current image
OSD Mode: Enter/Activate functions
FREEZE
LAMP
Freeze the current image to remain temporarily
on the screen. Press again to defreeze.
Lamp mode toggle switch.
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Remote control
Remote control
/Control panel
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MASK
MENU
PAN
PIP
PLAYBACK
RECORD
ROTATE
SOURCE
ZOOM +/-
/
/
Enter Mask/Spotlight mode.
Activate the setting menu/exit the menu.
Enable/Disable the Partial Enlarged mode.
Image comparison (to compare live images with
stored image files).
Read files stored in the SD Card (priority) or
internal memory.
Record motion images. Press [RECORD] to
record images to SD Card, and then press
[RECORD] again to stop recording.
Screen rotation 0°/180°/Flip/Mirror
Switch between different sources of signals:
1. Live images (default).
2. Computer.
<Remark> This button is disabled in
C-VIDEO Out mode.
Increase or decrease the image size.
Remote control
Remote control
/Control panel
Remote control
Remote control
Remote control
/Control panel
Remote control
Remote control
Remote control
/Control panel
Remote control
/Control panel
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6.2 Setting Menu
6.2.1 Main menu
<Remark> Press [MENU] on the remote control or control panel to display the setting
menu.
Auto Tune
Automatically adjust the image
to have the best brightness and
focusing performance.
PAN
Enable/Disable the Partial
Enlarged mode.
LAMP
Lamp mode toggle switch.
PIP
Image comparison (to compare
live images with stored image
files).
Brightness
Adjust the brightness of the
image.
Mask
Activate the mask mode.
Mode
Select image mode.
Slide Show
Show the photos or videos
stored in the SD card (priority) or
internal memory in slide mode.
Manual Focus
AF Button.
Rotate
Screen rotation
0°/180°/Flip/Mirror
Settings
Set up various functions.
Photo/Text
Select Photo/Text/Gray Mode.
Zoom
Increase or decrease the image
size.
Spotlight
Activate the spotlight mode.
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6.2.2 Set up menu
s
1
Level
Major
Items
Capture
Storage
2nd Level
Minor Items
Capture Mode
Capture Time
Capture Interval
Image Quality
Slide Show
Delay
Copy To SD Card
Delete All
Format
3rd Level
Adjustment values
Single Capture
Record / Disable
Lapse /
1. 1 hr
2. 2 hr
3. 4 hr
4. 8 hr
5. 24 hr
6. 48 hr
7. 72 hr
1. 3 Sec
2. 5 Sec
3. 10 Sec
4. 30 Sec
5. 1 Min.
6. 2 Min.
7. 5 Min.
1. High
2. Medium
3. Low
Enter
1. 0.5 Sec
2. 1 Sec
3. 3 Sec
4. 5 Sec
5. 10 Sec
6. Manual
Enter
Yes /No
Yes /No
/ Time
Function Descriptions
Press left and right arrow keys to
select capture mode.
Use the left and right arrow keys to
select the capture time.
<Note> This will be active only
when capture mode is set to timer
Use the left and right arrow keys to
select the capture interval.
<Note> This will be active only
when capture mode is set to timer
Use the left and right arrow keys to
select the image quality for the
captured images and recorded videos
Show the photos or videos stored in
the SD card (priority) or internal
memory in slide mode.
Use the left and right arrow keys to
select the delay time.
Select manual mode to switch images
manually.
Use the left and right arrow keys to
select, and then press [ENTER] to
confirm to copy files from internal
memory to SD Card.
Use the left and right arrow keys to
select, press [ENTER] to confirm the
deletion of all images from the SD
Card (priority) or internal memory.
Use the left and right arrow keys to
select, and then press [ENTER] to
format the SD Card (priority) or
internal memory.
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Control
Advanced
Auto Exposure On
Auto White
Balance
Audio Volume 0~A~Max
Projector Type DLP/LCD
Digital Zoom
Language
Lock Down
Auto Erase
Preset Load
/Off
Enter
On/Off
1. English
2. 繁體中文
3. 简体中文
4. Deutsch
5. Français
6. Español
7. Русский
8. Nederlands
9. Suomi
10. Polski
11. Italiano
12. Português
13. Svenska
14. dansk
15. ČESKY
ﺔﻴﺑﺮﻌﻟا
16.
17. 日本語
18. 한국의
19. ελληνικά
On/Off
On/Off
Yes /No
Regardless of outside environment,
the machine will adjust the brightness
to the optimal condition. Use the left
and right arrow keys to select.
Regardless of outside light or color,
the machine will adjust the color to the
optimal condition; Press [ENTER] to
activate.
Use the left and right arrow keys to
adjust the volume.
Use the left and right arrow keys to
select the projector type and reduce
image noise.
Use the left and right arrow keys to
turn on/off digital zoom.
English
繁體中文
简体中文
Deutsch
Français
Español
Русский
Nederlands
Suomi
Polski
Italiano
Português
Svenska
dansk
ČESKY
ﺔﻴﺑﺮﻌﻟا
日本語
한국의
ελληνικά
Use the left and right arrow keys in the
Language option to select the
preferred language.
Use the left and right arrow keys to
turn on/off the lock down function.
You can set the password when [On]
is selected.
Use the left and right arrow keys to
enable/disable Auto Erase.
When [On] is selected, the stored
images will automatically be deleted
when the system is turned off.
Read the value of the current image
mode.
Use the left and right arrow keys to
select, and then confirm by pressing
[ENTER].
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Read the value of the current image
mode.
Preset Save
Splash Screen
Settings
Factory Reset
Yes /No
Enter
Yes /No
Use the left and right arrow keys to
select, and then confirm by pressing
[ENTER].
Open Splash Screen Setting window
Use the left and right arrow keys to
select, and then confirm by pressing
[ENTER] to restore the factory
defaults.
Firmware Version
NA
6.2.3 MASK Mode Setting Menu
2nd Level
Major
Items
MASK
Mode
3rd Level
Minor Items
Live Enter
Transparency 0~2~3
Step Large/Medium/Small
V Size 0~A~Max
H Size 0~A~Max
Exit Enter
4th Level
Adjustment values
Display FW version
Function Descriptions
Press [ENTER] to return to live
image.
Adjust the transparency of the mask
using left and right arrow keys.
Select the step distance of the mask
using left and right arrow keys.
Adjust the vertical height of the mask
using left and right arrow keys.
Adjust the horizontal length of the
mask using left and right arrow keys.
Press [ENTER] key to confirm your
selection and exit the mask mode
OSD menu.
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6.2.4 Spotlight Mode Setting Menu
2nd Level
Major
Items
Spotlight
Mode
3rd Level
Minor Items
Live
Shape
Adjustment values
Enter
Ellipse/Rectangle
Transparency 0~2~3
Step
V Size
H Size
Exit
Large/Medium/Small
0~A
~Max
~Max
0~A
Enter
4th Level
6.2.5 Splash Setting Windows
2nd Level
Major Items
Splash
Screen
Setting
3rd Level
Minor Items
Power On Image
Setting
Power On Logo
Show Time
Power On Image
Select
Exit
4th Level
Adjustment
values
Default/Customer
4 ~ 30 seconds Set up Image display time
Enter
Enter
Function Descriptions
Press [ENTER] to return to live
image.
Use the left and right arrow keys to
select the shape of the spotlight zone.
Adjust the transparency of the border
in the Spotlight mode using left and
right arrow keys.
Select the step distance of the
spotlight zone using left and right
arrow keys.
Adjust the height of the spotlight zone
using left and right arrow keys.
Adjust the width of the spotlight zone
using left and right arrow keys.
Press [ENTER] key to confirm your
selection and exit the spotlight mode
OSD menu.
Function Descriptions
Select Default/Customer power on
image
Select Power On Image. Only
pictures in JPEG format are
supported
Press [ENTER] key to confirm your
selection and exit Splash Screen
Settings window.
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Chapter 7 Descriptions of major functions
7.1 I would like to automatically adjust the image to have
the best brightness and focusing performance
Use the remote control or control panel:
1. Press [AUTO TUNE] for the optimal brightness and focal length.
7.2 I would like to switch image sources
Live image is the default image source. Press [SOURCE] on the remote
control or control panel to have DC170 switch among the following images
sources:
1. Live images (default).
2. Computer.
<Remark> This image switch applies to VGA OUT only.
7.3 I would like to switch the image mode
Use the remote control or control panel:
1 Press [MENU] to enter the setting menu.
2 Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Image mode].
3 Press [] or [] to the [Normal/Film/Slide/Microscope].
4 Press [MENU] to exit.
7.4 I would like to make text clearer and photos more
colorful
7.4.1 Photo/Text mode descriptions
The default [Photo/Text] mode is in Photo (Photo mode). To change this setting,
please use the remote control or the control panel to enter the Options of the
Setting Menu.
[Photo] (default): for viewing photos or text with photos, making photos more
colorful.
[Text]: for viewing text files, making the text clearer.
[Gray]: for viewing black & white photos which will make the grayscale
differentiation distinct.
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7.4.2 Setting Photo/Text mode
To change the settings, please use the remote control or the control panel:
1. Press [MENU] to enter the setting menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Photo/Text]. (Please refer to 7.4.1 Photo/Text
mode descriptions to make the best choice.)
3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
4. Press [] or [] to select the [Photo/Text/Gray].
5. Press [MENU] to exit.
7.5 I would like to zoom in/out images
1. Press [ZOOM+] on the remote control or control panel to zoom in images.
2. Press [ZOOM-] on the remote control or control panel to zoom out images.
7.6 I would like to use the auto focus
1. Press the [FOCUS] AF button on the right side of the lens.
7.7 I would like to adjust the brightness
Remote control:
1. Press [BRT +] to make it brighter.
2. Press [BRT -] to make it darker.
Control panel:
1. Press [MENU] to enter the setting menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Brightness].
3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
4. Press [] or [] to adjust the brightness.
5. Press [MENU] to exit.
7.8 I would like to turn on/off the lamp
The default of the lamp is OFF. When using the remote control or
control panel:
1. Press [LAMP] to switch ON/OFF. (The sequence of switching is: OFF/Arm
light/Dual light/Head light)
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7.9 I would like to freeze images
1. Press [FREEZE] on the remote control or control panel to freeze the current
image on the screen. Press again to defreeze.
7.10 I would like to rotate the image
Remote control:
1. Press [ROTATE] key to turn the screen. (The sequence of switching is:
0°/180°/Flip/Mirror)
Control panel:
1. Press [MENU] to enter the setting menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Rotate].
3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
4. Press [] or [] to toggle switch rotation model. (The sequence of switching is:
0°/180°/Flip/Mirror)
5. Press [MENU] to exit.
7.11 I want to capture images
7.11.1 Capture and save images
1. Press [CAPTURE] on the remote control or control panel to capture and
save images.
You cannot capture images when the capture mode is set to [Disable].
If it is set to [Continuous], you can capture images continuously.
Press [Capture] to start capturing continuously, or press [Capture]
again to exit.
To change the quality of captured images, please refer to 7.11.2
Setting the quality of captured images.
To change the settings of captured images, please refer to 7.11.3
Setting continuous capture.
7.11.2 Setting the quality of captured images
1. Press [Menu] on the remote control or control panel to enter the setting
menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Setting].
3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
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4. Press [] or [] to the [Capture] menu.
5. Press [] to find [Image Quality].
6. Press [] or [] to select among [High/Medium/Low].
7. Press [Menu] to exit.
7.11.3 Setting continuous capture
1. Press [MENU] on the remote control or control panel to enter the
setting menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Setting].
3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
4. Press [] or [] to the [Capture] menu.
5. Press [] to the [Capture Mode].
6. Press [] or [] to select [Timer].
7. Press [] to find [Capture Time]; Press [] or [] to set capture time.
8. Press [] to find [Capture Interval]; Press [] or [] to set interval time.
9. Press [MENU] to exit.
7.12 I would like to record videos
< Note > Connect SD card to DC170 to start recording images.
7.12.1 Recording motion images
<Remark> You may not be able to capture or record images when
[Capture Mode] is set to [Disable].
Remote control:
1. Press [RECORD] on the remote control to start recording videos.
2. Record sounds with the built-in microphone of the control panel.
3. Press [RECORD] again to stop recording.
Control panel:
1. Press and hold [CAPTURE] for about 2 seconds to start recording videos.
2. Press [CAPTURE] again to stop recording.
7.12.2 Setting the quality of captured images
1. Press [Menu] on the remote control or control panel to enter the setting
menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Setting].
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3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
4. Press [] or [] to the [Capture] menu.
5. Press [] to find [Image Quality].
6. Press [] or [] to select among [High/Medium/Low].
7. Press [Menu] to exit.
7.12.3 Recording setup
1. Press [MENU] on the remote control or control panel to enter the
setting menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Setting].
3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
4. Press [] or [] to the [Capture] menu.
5. Press [] to the [Capture Mode].
6. Press [] or [] to select [Record].
7. Press [MENU] to exit.
<Remark> When [Capture Mode] is set to [Record], the function of
[CAPTURE] on the Control Panel is changed to Image Recording.
7.12.4 Playing videos
For playing videos, please refer to 7.13 I would like to view
captured/recorded images.
7.13 I would like to view captured/recorded images
1. Press [PLAYBACK] on the remote control or control panel to display
thumbnails of all stored files.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select the thumbnail you want to play.
3. Press [ENTER] for full-screen play.
4. When the Video is played, it can be Paused/Played by pressing [Freeze].
5. Press [] or [] to select the next or previous Audio/Video File.
6. Press [] or [] to adjust the volume of the video.
7. Press [PLAYBACK] to return to the Thumbnail Mode to select other Audio/Video
Files, or press [MENU] to exit.
<Note> An external speaker must be connected to AUDIO OUT to play sound
when you use VGA OUT.
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7.14 I would like to delete the captured/recorded images
Use Remote control:
1. Press [PLAYBACK] to show the thumbnails of all stored files.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select the file you want to delete.
3. Pressing [DELETE] will open a [Delete File] window.
4. Press [] or [] to select [Yes].
5. Press [ENTER] to delete the selected file.
6. Press [MENU] to exit.
7.15 I would like to automatically delete the stored images
whenever it is turned off (Auto Erase)
Use the remote control or control panel:
1. Press [MENU] to enter the setting menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Setting].
3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
4. Press [] or [] to the [Advanced] menu.
5. Press [] or [] to [Auto Erase].
6. Press [] or [] to select [On].
7. Press [MENU] to exit.
7.16 I would like to enlarge a part of the image (PAN)
Remote control:
1. Press [PAN] to enter the Partial Enlarged mode.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to move and view the partial enlarged images.
3. Press [PAN] to exit the partial enlarged mode.
Use control panel:
1. Press [MENU] to enter the setting menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [PAN].
3. Press [ENTER] to activate.
4. Press [], [], [], or [] to move and view the partial enlarged images.
5. Press [MENU] to exit the partial enlarged mode.
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7.17 I would like to use the MASK and Spotlight function
7.17.1 I would like to use the MASK or Spotlight mode
Use Remote Control:
1. Press [MASK] key to enter the Mask/Spotlight mode menu. Press [] or [] to
select mode.
2. Press [] or [] or [] or [] to move the zone position.
3. Press [MASK] again to exit and return to the live image screen.
Use control panel:
1. Press [MENU] to enter the setting menu.
2. Press [] or [] or [] or [] to select [Mask], Press [ENTER] to enter mask
mode or select [Spotlight] and press [ENTER] key to enter Spotlight mode.
3. Press [MENU] to enter the image OSD menu.
4. Press [] or [] to select [Live].
5. Press [ENTER] to return to Live Image.
7.17.2 I would like to set the size of Mask
I would like to use the Remote under the mask mode:
1. Press [MENU] to enter the image OSD menu.
2. Press [] or [] to select the item to be modified [Transparency/Step/V Size/H
Size]. (For details, please refer to 6.2 Setting Menu
3. Press [] or [] to perform the modification.
4. Press [MENU] to exit the image OSD menu and return to the Mask mode.
.)
7.17.3 I would like to set Spotlight function
Use the Remote under Spotlight mode:
1. Press [MENU] to enter the image OSD menu.
2. Press [] or [] to select the item to be modified [Shape/Transparency/Step/V
Size/H Size]. (For details, please refer to 6.2 Setting Menu
3. Press [] or [] to perform the modification.
4. Press [MENU] to exit the image OSD menu and return to Spotlight mode.
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7.18 I would like to play the slides (Slide Show)
7.18.1 Setting delay time
1. Press [MENU] on the remote control or control panel to enter the setting
menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Setting].
3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
4. Press [] or [] to the [Storage] menu.
5. Press [] to find [Delay].
6. Press [] or [] to select image switch mode between [0.5 Sec/1 Sec/3 Sec/5
Sec/10 Sec/Manual].
7. Press [MENU] to exit.
7.18.2 Activating/Pausing/Stopping the slide show
<Note> Upper Limit: The maximum size of single photo is 7 MB.
If you use the remote control or the control panel
1. Press [MENU] to enter the setting menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Slide Show].
3. Press [ENTER] to play.
4. Press [ENTER] again to Pause/Play.
5. Press [MENU] to exit.
7.19 I would like to compare images (compare live images
with stored images (PIP))
This function will compare and contrast a live image with a stored image.
C1
C2
C6
C3C7C4
C8
Stored imageLive image
Remote control:
1. Press [Playback] to enter the Playback image thumbnails.
C5
C10 C11 C12
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2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select the file to be compared.
3. Press [PIP] to activate image comparison.
4. Press [], [], [], or [] to move the live image.
5. Repeat Steps 1 - 3 to change other image files.
6. Press [MENU] to exit.
7.20 I would like to reduce the image noise (Projector
Type)
1. This function enables Document Camera to automatically clear image noise.
The noise is especially obvious when Document Camera is connected to a
DLP projector. You can set the DLP projector to improve the image quality.
2. If there is special noise when VGA out is connected, please set DLP option to
improve the image quality.
2.1. Press [MENU] on the remote control or control panel to enter the setting
menu.
2.2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Setting].
2.3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
2.4. Press [] or [] to select [Control].
2.5. Press [] to enter [Projector Type].
2.6. Press [] or [] to select [LCD/DLP].
2.7. Press [MENU] to exit.
7.21 I would like to resume the factory default settings
(Factory Reset)
7.21.1 Using OSD menu
1. Press [MENU] on the remote control or control panel to enter the setting
menu.
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2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Setting].
3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
4. Press [] or [] to select [Advanced] menu.
5. Press [] to select [Factory Reset].
6. Press [] or [] to select [Yes].
7. Press [ENTER] to activate.
7.21.2 Use Compound Key
1. Use the Control panel, and press [ENTER] + [MENU] simultaneously to
restore the initial value.
<Note> Before using the compound keys, please remove all VGA-IN devices.
7.22 I would like to change the splash screen
<Note> The splash file must be less than 5 MB and in JPEG format.
<Note> To save the file, please follow the instruction below:
File path: \DCIM\100MEDIA, for example: J: \DCIM\100MEDIA
File name: four English letters+ four numbers, for example: LUMN0001.JPG
1. Press [Menu] on the remote control or control panel to enter the setting
menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Setting].
3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
4. Press [] or [] to select [Advanced] menu.
5. Press [] to select [Splash Screen Settings].
6. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
7. Press [] or [] to enter the [Power On Image Setting] menu and press []
or [] to select [Default/Custom].
8. Press [] or [] to enter the [Power On Logo Show time] menu and press
[] or [] to set up display time span.
9. Skip to Step 12 if your select [Default] in Step 7.
10. Press [] or [] to enter the [Power On Image Select] menu and press
[ENTER] to read selected file.
11. Select [YES] to confirm the modification.
12. Press [] to display the [Exit] dialog box and press [ENTER] key to exit.
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7.23 I would like to use a SD card
1. After the SD card is inserted, the [Copy To SD Card] dialog box will be
displayed for you to select to copy files in DC170 to SD card.
Press [] or [] on the remote control or control panel to select.
Copy To SD
Yes
No
7.24 Computer-related functions
Ensure that the USB cable is connected and the drivers are installed before using
the computer-related functions. Refer to Chapter 4 Installation and Connections
in this User Manual.
7.24.1 I would like to insert a photo in MS-Paint
1. Click [File/From Scanner or Camera] in MS-Paint as shown in the bottom left
figure.
2. Click [Get Picture] will capture the photos of live images and insert the files in
use shown as top right figure.
<Remark> Support Windows XP Operation System only.
7.24.2 I would like to insert images in Photoshop
1. Click [File/Import/WIA Support] in Photoshop.
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2. Complete by clicking [Capture], then clicking [Get Picture].
7.24.3 I would like to set the DC170 as a PC Camera
<Remark> For Windows XP, please set by system name (USB video device)
Open [My Computer] and click [Lumens Document Camera] to open a live image.
Lumens
Document
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Chapter 8 Connecting to Microscope
1 Mount the microscope adapter onto the microscope.
<Note> The Microscope adapter accessories are applicable to eyepieces of about
Ø28.4mm.
2 Connect the lens of DC170 with the microscope adaptor
3 Select the [Microscope] mode
3.1. When using the control panel or remote control
3.1.1. Press [MENU] to enter the setting menu.
3.1.2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Image mode].
3.1.3. Press [] or [] to the [Microscope].
3.1.4. Press [MENU] to exit.
4 If the image is not clear
4.1. Please adjust the focus of microscope.
4.2. Please press the [FOCUS] button on either side of the DC170 lens to activate
the auto focus.
5 Digital Zoom
5.1. Press [MENU] to enter the setting menu.
5.2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Setting].
5.3. Press [] or [] to the [Control].
5.4. Press [] to select [Digital Zoom].
5.5. Press [] or [] to the [On].
5.6. Press [MENU] to exit.
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Chapter 9 DIP Switch Settings
<Note> You should unplug and reconnect the power cord, and then
restart the DC170 for all DIP Switch Settings to take effect.
9.1 Connecting to a projector or monitor
9.1.1 XGA output (default values):
9.1.2 SXGA output
9.1.3 WXGA output
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9.1.4 1080P output
9.2 Connecting to a TV
9.2.1 NTSC: USA, Taiwan, Panama, Philippines, Canada, Chile,
Japan, Korea, and Mexico.
9.2.2 PAL: Countries/regions not listed above.
<Remark> Once C-VIDEO is on, VGA OUT is not supported.
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Chapter 10 Troubleshooting
This chapter describes problems you may encounter while using DC170. If you have
questions, please refer to related chapters and follow all the suggested solutions. If the
problem still occurred, please contact our distributors or service center.
No. Problems Solutions
1 Boot without power
signal
2 There is no image
output from DC170
3 Unable to focus
4 The image is
incomplete
5 Lumens Document
Camera, Ladibug™
and other
applications cannot
be used
simultaneously
6 When the unit is
turned on, the
auxiliary floodlight
do not light
7 DC170 fails to store
images or react
Make sure you have plugged in the power cord.
1. Check the power.
2. Check all cable connections. Refer to Chapter 4
Installation and Connections in this manual.
3. Check the [Source], refer to 7.2 I would like to switch
image sources of Chapter 7 Descriptions of major
functions.
4. Check the settings for the source of the projector. For
the appropriate input selection of the projector, refer to
the projectors user manual.
5. Check if DIP Switch is properly set. Refer to Chapter 9
DIP Switch Settings for related settings.
Probably the document is too close. Press [ZOOM -] on the
remote control or control panel. Or pull away the lens
from the document to increase the distance, and then press
the [FOCUS] button on the right side of the lens.
Check the Auto Image setting of your projector. Please refer
to the user manual of the projector or check for the DIP
SWITCH settings.
Lumens Document Camera, Ladibug™ and other
applications cannot be executed simultaneously. Only one
application can be executed at a time. Please close the
currently running applications and then execute the
application to be used.
Please make sure the arm lamp is set to “OFF”. For the
switch-on or -off of arm lamp, please refer to 7.8 I would
like to turn on/off the lamp of Chapter 7 Descriptions of
major functions.
1. Check to see if the stored data have reached the
maximum size of the SD Card (priority) or internal
memory.
2. Please make sure if the Capture function is set to
Continuous mode or the time for capture is set to be
long. For the related setting, refer to 7.11 I would like
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8 The images
outputted from
DC170 are too
bright, dark or vague
9 Unable to record
images
10 The operating steps
in the manual are not
applicable to the
machine
11 How to unlock the
locked device
12 The data in the SD
card cannot be read.
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to capture images of Chapter 7 Descriptions of
major functions.
Press [AUTO TUNE] to automatically adjust to the optimal
brightness and focal length.
1 Check to see if the stored data have reached the
maximum size of the SD Card.
2 The recording to internal memory is not supported.
Please make sure a SD card is inserted prior to video
recording.
The operating steps in the manual may be not
applicable to the machine due to improvement in
functions. Check to see if the Firmware version of your
machine is up-to-date.
1 Please go to Lumens official website to check whether
the latest version is available for update.
www.Mylumens.com/goto.htm
2 The steps to check the FW version are as below:
2.1 Press [MENU] on the remote control or control
panel to enter the setting menu.
2.2 Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Setting].
2.3 Press [ENTER] key to enter.
2.4 Press [] or [] to select [Advanced] menu.
2.5 View [Firmware Version].
If you are not sure whether it is the latest version,
please consult your distributor for advice.
http://www.Mylumens.com/en/Request_form.php
1. Press [Menu] on the remote control or control panel
to enter the setting menu.
2. Press [], [], [], or [] to select [Setting].
3. Press [ENTER] key to enter.
4. Press [] or [] to select [Advanced] menu.
5. Press [] to [Lock Down].
6. Press [] or [] to select [Off] and deactivate the
password setting function.
1. The SD card with the capacity of 4 G and above is
recommended (up to 32 G supported)
2. Please make sure the file was saved at the specified
path: \DCIM\100MEDIA. (E.g.: J: \DCIM\100MEDIA)
3. Please make sure the file is named appropriately, e.g.
four English letters + four numbers. (E.g.:
LUMN0001.JPG)
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