AVer AVerVision PL50 User manual

AVerVision PL50
User Manual

Federal Communications Commission Statement (Class A)
NOTE- This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A 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 tuning 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 relocatethereceivingantenna.
Increasethe separationbetweentheequipmentand receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuitdifferentfromthattowhichthereceiveris
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experiencedradio/televisiontechnicianfor help.
Class A ITE:
Class A ITE is a category of all other ITE which satisfies the class A ITE limits but not the class
B ITE limits. Such equipment should not be restricted in its sale but the following warning shall
be included in the instructions for use:
Warning - This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in whichcase the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THE
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR REFERENCE ONLY.
WARNING
TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARRANTY VOID FOR ANY UNAUTHORIZED PRODUCT
MODIFICATION.
THE MARK OF CROSSED-OUT WHEELED BIN INDICATES THAT THIS
PRODUCT MUST NOT BE DISPOSED OF WITH YOUR OTHER HOUSEHOLD
WASTE. INSTEAD, YOU NEED TO DISPOSE OF THE WASTE EQUIPMENT BY
HANDING IT OVER TO A DESIGNATED COLLECTION POINT FOR THE
RECYCLING OF WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT. FOR
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT WHERE TO DROP OFF YOUR WASTE
EQUIPMENT FOR RECYCLING, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR HOUSEHOLD WASTE
DISPOSAL SERVICE OR THE SHOP WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE PRODUCT.

Remote Control Battery Safety Information
- Store batteries in any cool & dry place.
- Do not dispose used batteries in domestic waste. Dispose batteries at special
collection points or return to stores if applies.
- Remove the batteries if they are not in use for long period of time. Battery leakage
and corrosion can damage the remote control, dispose batteries safely.
- Do not mix and use old and new batteries.
- Do not mix and use different types of batteries: alkaline, standar d (carbon-zinc) or
rechargeable (nickel-cadmium).
- Do not dispose batteries in a fire.
- Do not attempt to short circuit the battery terminals.
警告使用者
這是甲類的資訊產品，在居住的環境中使用時，可能會造成射頻干擾，在這種
情況下，使用者會被要求採取某些適當的對策。

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Ta ab bl le e o of f C Co on nt te en nt ts s
Package Contents......................................................................1
Optional Accessories ................................................................1
Get Familiar with the AVerVision PL50.......................................2
Rear Panel.........................................................................................................3
Control Panel.....................................................................................................4
Remote Control.................................................................................................5
Making the Connections............................................................8
Set the TV-RGB Switch Setting......................................................................8
Connect to a Monitor or LCD/DLP Projector................................................8
Connect to a Monitor or LCD/DLP Projector with HDMI interface............9
Connect to a TV................................................................................................9
Connecting the Power....................................................................................10
Connect to a Computer..................................................................................10
Connect to a Computer via USB..................................................................11
Connect an External Microphone.................................................................11
Connect anAmplified Speaker.....................................................................12
Connect to a Microscope...............................................................................12
Setting Up AVerVision PL50.....................................................14
Camera Head..................................................................................................14
Mechanical Arm...............................................................................................14
Unfold the Side Lights....................................................................................15
Infrared Sensor...............................................................................................15
Light Box..........................................................................................................16
Handling the AVerVision PL50......................................................................16
Anti-glare Sheet..............................................................................................17
External Memory Storage........................................................17
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In ns se er rt t a an n S SD D C Ca ar rd d.....................................................................................17
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In ns se er rt t a a U US SB B F Fl la as sh h D Dr ri iv ve e.........................................................................17
OSD MENU ..............................................................................18
Navigate the Menu and Submenu...............................................................19
Image................................................................................................................19
Brightness..................................................................................................19
Contrast......................................................................................................19
Mode...........................................................................................................20
Effect...........................................................................................................20
Mirror..........................................................................................................20
Advanced...................................................................................................21

Auto Image................................................................................................21
Exposure....................................................................................................21
White Balance...........................................................................................21
Focus..........................................................................................................21
Presentation.....................................................................................................22
Spotlight.....................................................................................................22
Visor............................................................................................................22
PIP..............................................................................................................23
Split Screen...............................................................................................23
Timer...........................................................................................................24
Setting...............................................................................................................24
Capture......................................................................................................24
Resolution..................................................................................................24
Quality........................................................................................................24
Type............................................................................................................25
Interval........................................................................................................25
Recording..................................................................................................25
Storage.......................................................................................................25
Format........................................................................................................25
USB to PC .................................................................................................26
Flicker.........................................................................................................26
System..............................................................................................................26
Language...................................................................................................26
Output Display..........................................................................................26
Backup.......................................................................................................27
Save Setting..............................................................................................27
Recall Setting............................................................................................27
Information.................................................................................................27
Default........................................................................................................27
Playback...........................................................................................................28
Slide Show.................................................................................................28
Interval........................................................................................................28
Slide Show Effect.....................................................................................28
Current Storage........................................................................................28
DeleteAll....................................................................................................28
Annotation........................................................................................................29
Connecting a USBmouse.......................................................................29
Using the Annotation Control Panel......................................................30
Transfer CapturedImages/Videos toa computer............................31
Technical Specifications..........................................................31
Image..........................................................................................................31

Optics.........................................................................................................31
Power.........................................................................................................31
Lighting.......................................................................................................32
Input/Output...............................................................................................32
Dimension..................................................................................................32
External Storage.......................................................................................32
RS-232 Diagram Connection....................................................32
RS-232 Cable Specifications....................................................33
RS-232 Transmission Specifications.......................................33
RS-232 Communication Format...................................................................33
RS-232 Send Command Table.....................................................................33
RS-232 Get Command Table........................................................................39
Troubleshooting ......................................................................40
Limited Warranty .....................................................................42

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Pa ac ck ka ag ge e C Co on nt te en nt ts s
Make surethefollowingitems areincludedin thepackage.
AVerVision PL50
USB Cable
RGB Cable
Pow er Adapter (12V, 2A)
* The pow er adapter will vary
depending on the standard
power outlet of the country
where it is sold.
DUST COVER
Dust Cover
Remote Control
(batteries included)
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Op pt ti io on na al l A Ac cc ce es ss so or ri ie es s
MicroscopeAdapter
(28mm & 34mm Rubber Coupler are included)
Anti-glare Sheet
Software & Manual
CD*
*For User Manual andSoftware,pleasevisitthelink below http://averusa.com/classroom-
technology/support/.

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Ge et t F Fa am mi il li ia ar r w wi it th h t th he e A AV Ve er rV Vi is si io on n P PL L5 50 0
(4)
(1)
(3)
(2)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10) (5)
(6)
(fig. 1.1)
Name
Function
(1) Camera head
Contain thecamera sensor.
(2) Camera lens
Focus the image in the camera.
(3) Rear panel
Connections and switchesforthefollowing:
Power
Computer for RGB input display
Display devicefor RGB, HDMI, or RCA videooutput
Microphone
Speaker
SD cardfor picture andvideorecordingstorage
RS-232 for serialcommunication betweencomputer and
AVerVisionPL50
USB standardfor USB flashdrive mouse connection
Mini USB for computer data transfer or USBcamera connection
TV-RGB display output switch
USB Flash Drive - PC sw itch
(4) Side Lights
Provide light whenpresentingindimmed lighting condition.
(5) Light box
Provide light for viewingx-ray,filmor transparency.
(6) Armlatch
Extend and retractthearm.
(7) Baselatch
Fold andunfold thearm.
(8) Built-in MIC
Recordaudio whenrecordingvideoclip.The recordedsoundwillbe
in monophonic.
(9) Control panel
Easy access tovarious functions.
(10) IR sensor
Receive remote controlcommands.

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Rear Panel
(1)(4)(7)(2)(5)(3)(6)
(8)(9) (11)(12)(13)(10)
(fig. 1.2)
Name
Function
(1) VIDEO OUT
Outputs the videosignal fromtheAVerVisionPL50camerato
a TV or videoequipment.
(2) PC1 / PC2
Input the signalfroma computer or other sources andpass it
throughto the RGB 1/2 OUT portonly. Connect this port to
the RGB/VGA outputport of a computer.
(3) Speaker port
Connect to anamplified speaker.
(4) MIC port
Connect a 3.5mm plug microphone. The built-in mic willbe
disabled whenanexternalMIC is connectedtothis port.
(5) TV - RGB sw itch
TV tooutput display video fromVIDEO OUT, andRGB to
RGB 1/2, and HDMI OUT ports.
(6) USB Flash Drive switch-
USB PC
Switchtoleft (◄) for audio video recording directly to a USB
flashdriveandright (►)whenconnectingAVerVisionPL50
to a computerusing a USB cable.
(7) RS-232
Connect to thecomputer serialport, orto any controlpanel,
or for centralizedcontrolif desire.
(8) DC12V port
Connect the power adapter intothis port.
(9) RGB 1 / RGB 2
Connect theAVerVisionPL50to any display devicewith
RGB cable
(10) HDMI OUTPUT
Connect theAVerVisionPL50to any display devicewith
HDMI interfaceusingHDMI cable.
(11) SD cardslot
Insert theSD cardwiththelabel facingup.
(12) USB Thumb Drive port
Insert a USB flashdriveforaudio videorecordingstorageor
connectamouse for theAnnotationfeature.
(13) Mini USB port
Connect to aUSB port of a computer usinga USB cable and
usetheAVerVisionPL50as a USB Camera or transfer the
capturedimages/videos either fromthememory source to
computer.

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Control Panel
(3)(4)(6)(1)(2)(9)(5)(7)(8)
(13) (10)(15) (14) (11)(12)
(fig. 1.3)
Name
Function
(1) POWER
Turn theunit on/standby.
(2) CAMERA
Camera mode displays thevideosignal fromthebuilt-in camera.
(3) CAP/DEL
- Capture picturein Camera mode. In continuouscapturemode,
press this buttonagain to stop.
- Delete the selectedpicture/videoinPlayback mode.
(4) RECORDING
Start/Stop audio & video recording.Audioandvideorecordingcanbe
savedonan SD cardor a USB Flash driveonly. See HHUExternal
Memory StorageUHH.
(5) LAMP
Turns on theside lights, light box,or off.
(6) MIC
Recordaudio automatically whenrecordingvideoclip.
(7) ZOOM +/-
- Increase/decreasetheimage magnificationin cameraand picture
playbackmode.
(8) MENU
Open and exitthe OSD menu.
(9) ▲,▼,◄, & ►
- Pan and zoom-in image (abovedigital zoomlevel) in both liveand
playbackmode.
- Select options in OSD menu.
- Use ▲&▼ to increase and decrease the video playback volume.
- Use ◄&► to play the video backw ard and forward.
- Move the Spotlight frameand Visor screencover.
(10) ENTER/ ZOOM
1X
- Make a selectionin Playback mode and OSD menu.
- Start/Pause video playback.
- Reset zoomlevel to 100%.
(11) AUTO FOCUS
Adjustthefocus automatically.
(12) ROTATE
Rotate the image by 90°in Camera mode and Playback mode.
(13) FREEZE / STOP
- Pause or resumeimage displayin Camera mode.
- Stop audio & videoplaybackin Playback mode.
(14) PLAYBACK
View &playbackcapturedstillimages and audio video files.
(15) PC 1/ PC2
PC mode displays the videosignal fromthe RGB 1/ 2 portof
AVerVisionPL50