AVerVision M30 User manual

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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 relocate the receiving antenna.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
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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, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium).
- Do not dispose batteries in a fire.
- Do not attempt to short circuit the battery terminals.

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Introduction ..................................................................................... 1
Package Contents ........................................................................... 1
Optional Accessories ..................................................................... 2
AVerVision M30 Parts ..................................................................... 3
Technical Specifications ................................................................ 4
Image................................................................................................ 4
Optics ............................................................................................... 4
Power ............................................................................................... 4
Lighting ............................................................................................. 4
Input/Output ...................................................................................... 4
Dimension......................................................................................... 4
Making the Connections ................................................................ 5
Connecting the Power Adapter............................................................... 6
Connecting a TV..................................................................................... 6
Connecting a VGA, Mac Display Monitor or LCD/DLP Projector............ 7
Connecting a Computer via USB Connection......................................... 8
Installing the Optional Light Box ............................................................. 9
Connecting to a Microscope ................................................................... 9
Setting Up AVerVision M30 .......................................................... 10
Camera Head ....................................................................................... 10
Mechanical Arm.................................................................................... 10
LED Light Module..................................................................................11
Anti-glare Sheet.....................................................................................11
Using the Infrared Remote Control ............................................. 12
Touch Button Control Panel ........................................................ 14
LED Panel ...................................................................................... 15
OSD Navigation Tree .................................................................... 15
IMAGE MENU................................................................................. 15
SETTING MENU............................................................................. 16
Menu Functions............................................................................. 16
Transferring the Captured Image to PC............................................. 20
RS-232C Diagram Connection..................................................... 20
RS-232C Cable Spec..................................................................... 20
RS-232C Transmission Spec ....................................................... 21
RS-232C Communication Format................................................ 21
RS-232C Command Table ............................................................ 21
Troubleshooting............................................................................ 22
Limited Warranty........................................................................... 23

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In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n
Thank you for purchasing
the AVerVision M30. This
document camera
displays any documents,
negatives, transparencies
and 3D objects onto a TV,
LCD or DLP projector
making presentations a
snap.
AVerVision M30 is an
ideal presentation tool for
business, academic,
medical and the scientific
community.
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Pa ac ck ka ag ge e C Co on nt te en nt ts s
AVerVision M30
Remote Control
(batteries included)
(1) Anti-glare
Sheet
Software & Manual CD
RCA Cable
Computer Extension cable (VGA
Cable)
USB Cable
S-Video/RS-232 Cable
Power Cord
* The power cord will vary
depending on the standard
power outlet of the country
where it is sold.
Power Adapter

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34mm Microscopic Adapter
28mm Microscopic Adapter
Carrying Bag
Microscopic Coupler
LED Lamp with Laser
Positioning Pointer
Light Box

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A AV Ve er rV Vi is si io on n M M3 30 0 P Pa ar rt ts s
The illustrations below identify the parts of AVerVision M30.
(1) Camera head
(2) LED light module
(3) Camera lens
(4) Control panel
(5) Arm
(6) Left panel
(7) IR sensor
(8) Rear panel
(9) Right panel
(10) Power button
(11) Security slot
(12) DC 12V port
(13) Light box power
port
(14) VGA output port
(15) VGA input port
(16) S-Video output port
(17) Composite video
output port
(18) TV/RGB display
switch
(19) DVI output port
(20) USB port
(9)
(8)
(5)
(7)
(6)
(1)
(
2
)
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3
)
(4)
(10)
Right Panel
(14)(12)
(11)
(15)(13)
Rear Panel
VGAOUTVGAINDC1 2V LIGHT
BOX
Left Panel
(19)
(20)
(16)
(17)
(18) TV RGB
VIDEO S-VIDEODVI
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Te ec ch hn ni ic ca al l S Sp pe ec ci if fi ic ca at ti io on ns s
Image
Sensor 1/2” progress scan CMOS
Total Pixels 3.2 mega pixel
Frame Rate 24 fps (Max.)
White Balance Auto / Manual
Exposure Auto / Manual / Flicker / Night View
Image Mode Text / Graphics / High Frame
Effect Color / B/W / Negative; Reverse; Mirror
Analog RGB Output HD 720P; XGA 60 Hz; SVGA 60 Hz; VGA 60 Hz
S-Video, Composite
Video Output NTSC or PAL
Image Capture Up to 80 Frames
Built-In Memory 128MB NAND Flash Memory
Optics
Lens F3.0; Auto Focusing
Shooting Area 320mm x 240mm (Max.);
Zooming AVERZOOM: 2x, Digital: 8x
Power
Power Source DC 12V, 100-240V ~ 2.0-4.2A, 50-60 Hz
Consumption 7.44 Watts (Lamp off); 10.68 Watts (Lamp on)
Lighting
Lamp Type LED lamp
Input/Output
VGA Input 15-Pins D-sub (VGA)
VGA Output 15-Pins D-sub (VGA)
DVI Output DVI type
S-Video Mini-DIN Jack
Composite Video RCA Jack
USB USB2.0
DC 6V Output Power Jack
Dimension
Operating 424mm x 173.4mm x 330mm
Folded 365mm x 173.4mm x 95.85mm
Weight 2 kg (about 4.4 lb)

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The ports on the back and side panel of the AVerVision M30 enable you to connect the
unit to a computer, graphics display monitor or LCD/DLP projector, TV or other device.
Illustrated below are the ports that are located at the back and side panel of the
AVerVision M30 with their corresponding labels.
TVRGB
VIDEOS-VIDEODVI
(2)(3)(4)
(5) (6)(7)(8)
(1) (9) (10)
VGAOUT
VGAIN
DC12V
LIGHT
BOX
Port Description
(1) Antitheft Slot Attach a Kensington compatible security lock or antitheft
device.
(2) DC 12V (input) Connect the power adapter into this port.
(3) Light Box Port Plug the optional light box into this port.
(4) VGA IN Port Input RGB signal from a computer or other sources and
actively pass it through to the VGA output port only.
Connect this port to the VGA output port of the computer.
(5) VGA OUT Port Output RGB signal from the camera, VGA input port, or the
captured images from the memory on a VGA/Mac monitor
or LCD/DLP projector.
(6) TV/RGB Switch Set to select the between RGB (VGA Out) or TV
(Composite Video/S-Video Out) display output.
(7) VIDEO Port
(RCA/Composite)
Output the signal from the camera or the captured images
from the built-in memory on TV or video equipment.
(8) S-VIDEO Port Output the signal from the camera or the captured images
from the memory on TV or video equipment.
(9) DVI Port Output video signal from the camera, or the captured
images from the memory on an LCD monitor or LCD/DLP
projector with DVI interface.
(10) USB Port Use AVerVision M30 as a USB Camera or Image
Download allowing you to transfer the captured images to
and from the AVerVision M30 built-in memory and PC.

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Co on nn ne ec ct ti in ng g t th he e P Po ow we er r A Ad da ap pt te er r
Connect the power adapter to a standard 100V~240V AC power source.
VGAOUTVGAINDC12VLIGHT
BOX
Power adapter
Power cord
Wall outlet
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Co on nn ne ec ct ti in ng g a a T TV V
Locate the video, s-video or SCART RGB input port of the TV or Video equipment (i.e.,
VCR) to record your presentation on a videotape. If you are not sure, please refer to the
user manual of the TV or Video equipment.
- Make sure the TV/RBG switch is set to TV.
- For better video quality, we strongly suggest using s-video connection.
TV RGB
VIDEO S-VIDEO DVI
TV RGB
VIDEO S-VIDEO DVI
S-Video cable
(not supplied)
S-Video to SCART cable
(not supplied)
S-VIDEO
RCA to SCART cable
(not supplied)
RCA cable VIDEO
SCART
SCART
INPUT
Projector
Television
VCR

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LC CD D/ /D DL LP P P Pr ro oj je ec ct to or r
Locate the RGB (VGA) input port of the display device. If you are not sure, please refer to
the user manual of the device.
Make sure the TV/RBG switch is set to RGB.
VGAOUTVGAINDC12VLIGHT
BOX
RGB (VGA) cable
(not supplied)
MAC
LCD/DLP projector
LCD monitor
MAC monitor
Monitor Adapter
(not supplied)
CRT monitor
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wi it th h D DV VI I i in nt te er rf fa ac ce e
Locate the DVI input port of the display device. If you are not sure, please refer to the user
manual of the device.
Make sure the TV/RBG switch is set to RGB.
TV RGB
VIDEO S-VIDEO DVI
TV RGB
VIDEO S-VIDEO DVI
LCD/DLP projector
with DVI interface
LCD Monitor
with DVI interface
DVI cable
(not supplied)

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Locate the RGB video output port of the computer or laptop to display your PC
presentation on screen. AVerVision M30 supports active pass-thru connectivity, wherein
the video signal from the VGA input port is continuously streamed to VGA output port and
displayed on screen even when the AVerVision M30 is turned off.
VGAOUTVGAINDC12VLIGHT
BOX
Computer extension cable
(VGA cable)
Computer
Laptop
MAC
Monitor Adapter
(not supplied)
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Locate the USB port of the computer or laptop. This enables you to use AVerVision M30
as a USB Camera or to transfer the captured images from the built-in memory to your
computer. Also see “Transfer Image from AVerVision M30 to PC” and refer to the bundled
software user guide in the CD.
TV RGB
VIDEO S-VIDEO DVI
TV RGB
VIDEO S-VIDEO DVI
USB cable
Computer
Laptop
MAC

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In ns st ta al ll li in ng g t th he e O Op pt ti io on na al l L Li ig gh ht t B Bo ox x
Connecting an optional light box enables you to view x-rays, transparencies and negative
slides.
Light Box
(optional)
TURN ON
PLUG
IT HERE
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Connecting the AVerVision M30 to a microscope enables you to examine microscopic
objects on a big screen without straining your eyes.
Microscope
Coupler
Microscope
Adapter
Microscope
Press the latch to detach
the light module from
the camera head
LED Light Module

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Se et tt ti in ng g U Up p A AV Ve er rV Vi is si io on n M M3 30 0
This section provides useful tips on how to adjust the AVerVision M30 to meet your
needs.
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Ca am me er ra a H He ea ad d
The camera head can be rotated 135 degrees from left to right. You can also manually
adjust the focus from here to improve the quality of the pictures.
Adjust the angle here
at the ridged side
45°
90°
M
Me ec ch ha an ni ic ca al l A Ar rm m
The mechanical arm design allows you to project an image to its full height for full A4
paper landscape viewing.
Extendable up to
122mm (4.8 in)
long.
75°
92°
60°
120°

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LE ED D L Li ig gh ht t M Mo od du ul le e
The LED light module provides white light and it is best use when presenting in low
lighting condition.
Turn OnTurn On Turn OffTurn Off
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An nt ti i- -g gl la ar re e S Sh he ee et t
The anti-glare sheet is a special coated film that helps eliminate any glare you may
encounter when you are displaying very shiny object or glossy surfaces such as
magazines, pictures, etc. Simply place the anti-glare sheet on top of the shiny document
to reduce reflected light.

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The remote control requires two (2) “AAA” size batteries (supplied), make sure batteries
are installed properly before use. You can access all the features of AVerVision M30 with
the remote.
(11)
(6)
(19)
(18)
(16)
(17)
(20)
(23)
(1)
(9)
(13)
(5)
(21)
(22) (7)
(2)
(4)
(3)
(8)
(10)
(14)
(12)
(15)
Name Function
(1) POWER Turn the unit on/standby.
(2) CAMERA / PC Switch between Camera and computer mode.
- Camera mode displays the video signal from the built-in camera.
- PC mode displays the video signal from the RGB INPUT port of
AVERVISION M30.
(3) PLAYBACK View the captured picture from the memory in 16-thumbnail images.
(4) SPOTLIGHT Overlay a box frame on the presentation screen, you can move it
around and adjust the box size
(5) VISOR Cover part of the presentation screen and allow presenter to reveal
the material as desire.
(6) SPLIT SCREEN Divide the screen into two. One side displays the live image from the
built-in camera and the other side displays 8-thumbnail size
picture/video from the memory.
(7) PIP Show a thumbnail size captured picture from the memory at the
corner of the screen in Camera mode.

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Name Function
(8) SLIDE SHOW Start/Stop automatically showing the captured picture one-by-one.
(9) EFFECT Convert and display the image in BW, Negative or Color in Camera
and Playback mode only.
(10) CAPTURE Capture still image in Camera mode. In continuous capture mode,
press this button again to stop.
(11) DEL Delete the selected picture in Playback mode.
(12) ZOOM RESET Reset zoom level to 100%.
(13) AUTO IMAGE Automatically adjust and set the white balance and exposure
setting.
(14) BRIGHTNESS
+/-
Adjust the brightness.
(15) ZOOM +/- Increase/decrease the image magnification in camera and picture
playback mode.
(16) ENTER - Make a selection in Playback mode and OSD menu.
(17) ▲,▼,◄, & ►- Pan the image when image is above 10X zoom in live mode or in
playback captured image mode.
- Move the selection in Playback mode and in OSD menu.
- Move the Spotlight frame and Visor screen cover.
(18) MENU Open and exit the OSD menu.
(19) AUTO FOCUS Adjust the focus automatically.
(20) FREEZE - Freeze live images.
(21) REVERSE Rotate the image by 90° in Camera mode and Playback mode.
(22) MIRROR Flip the image in Camera mode.
(23) TIMER Start/Pause timer countdown.

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The touch button control panel located on the top side of the AVerVision M30 provides
quick access to commonly used functions.
(1)
(10)
(9)
(8)
(7)
(
2
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(3)
(4)
(
5
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(6)
Function Description
(1) CAMERA / PC Switch between Camera and computer mode.
- Camera mode displays the video signal from the built-in
camera.
- PC mode displays the video signal from the RGB INPUT
port of AVERVISION M30.
(2) MENU Open and exit the OSD menu.
(3) PLAYBACK View the captured picture from the memory in 16-thumbnail
images.
(4) CAPTURE Capture still image in Camera mode. In continuous capture
mode, press this button again to stop.
(5) AUTO IMAGE Automatically adjust and set the white balance and exposure
setting.
(6) FREEZE - Freeze live images.
(7) AUTO FOCUS Adjust the focus automatically.
(8) ENTER - Make a selection in Playback mode and OSD menu.
(9) ZOOM +/- Increase/decrease the image magnification in camera and
picture playback mode.
(10) ▲,▼,◄, & ►- Pan the image when image is above 10X zoom in live
mode or in playback captured image mode.
- Move the selection in Playback mode and in OSD menu.
- Move the Spotlight frame and Visor screen cover.

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LE ED D P Pa an ne el l
The LED on the front panel of AVerVision M30 indicates the status of the unit.
Color Description
Green The unit is operated with VGA output.
Orange The unit is operated with TV output
Red The unit is in standby mode.
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OS SD D N Na av vi ig ga at ti io on n T Tr re ee e
There are 2 tab menus in AVERVISION M30: IMAGE and SETTING tabs. For TV output,
the RESOLUTION will be disabled in SETTING menu list.
IMAGE MENU

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SETTING MENU
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Me en nu u F Fu un nc ct ti io on ns s
The MENU functions of AVERVISION M30 enhance fine-tuning your screen display, set
the timer, select OSD language and more. Press the MENU button to call up and exit
from the main menu or sub-menu display. Use ◄or►to select between IMAGE and
SETTING menu list. Then use ▲or▼to select the items in the menu list. To make a
selection or change setting, press ENTER. To adjust the setting, press ◄or►.
OSD Menu Description
MODE
TEXT
GRAPHICS
HIGH FRAME
IMAGE > MODE
Use ▲or▼to select between Text, Graphics and High Frame
enhancement mode and then ENTER to make a selection.
Text - corrects the intensity of the adjacent pixel making it more
uniform producing sharper and clearer images.
Graphics - adjusts the gradient of the adjacent pixel making it
appears to have a smooth image.
High Frame - increases the frame rate capture and can visually
tracks the motion and react quickly. Sufficient lighting is required
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OSD Menu Description
EFFECT
COLOR
B / W
NEGATIVE
IMAGE > EFFECT
Use ▲or▼to select and display the image in Camera mode
into positive (true color), monochrome (black and white) or
negative. Then press ENTER to make a selection.
MENU
MODE
EFFECT
REVERSE
MIRROR
MANUAL FOCUS
EXPOSURE
WHITE BALANCE
CAPTURE
NIGHT VIEW
GRAPHICS
COLOR
OFF
OFF
AUTO
IMAGE SETTING
AUTO
AUTO
SINGLE (06/80)
OFF
IMAGE > REVERSE
Press ENTER to turn off/on REVERSE. Reverse rotates the
image by 180° in Camera mode.
MENU
MODE
EFFECT
REVERSE
MIRROR
MANUAL FOCUS
EXPOSURE
WHITE BALANCE
CAPTURE
NIGHT VIEW
GRAPHICS
COLOR
OFF
OFF
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
LE (06/80)
OFF
IMAGE SETTING
SING
IMAGE > MIRROR
Press ENTER to turn off/on MIRROR. Mirror flips the image in
Camera mode.
MANUAL FOCUS
FANEAR R
IMAGE > MANUAL FOCUS
Use ◄or►to manually adjust the focus and then press ENTER
to save the setting and exit.
EXPOSURE
IMAGE > EXPOSURE
Use ▲or▼to select between AUTO or MANUAL. Then press
ENTER to make a selection.
AUTO to automatically adjust the camera exposure to
determine how much light is required.
MANUAL to manually adjust the exposure level. Press ENTER
and the bar will turn red, use ◄& ►to increase and decrease
the exposure level, and then press ENTER to save the setting
and the bar will turn white. Press MENU to close the menu.
EXPOSURE
AUTO
MANUAL
AUTO
MANUAL
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WHITE BALANCE
AUTO
RED
BLUE
IMAGE > WHITE BALANCE
Use ▲or▼to select between auto or manually adjust the red
and blue color to suit the lighting condition or color temperature.
Then press ENTER to make a selection.
To manually adjust the red or blue color level, select RED or
BLUE, press ENTER and the bar will turn red, use ◄& ►to
increase and decrease the level, and then press ENTER to
save the setting and the bar will turn white.
WHITE BALANCE
AUTO
RED
BLUE
WHITE BALANCE
AUTO
RED
BLUE
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