Califone Diggiditto dc896 User manual

DiggiDitto™ DC896

Document Camera

User Manual

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DiggiDitto™ DC896

Document Camera

Thank you for purchasing the Califone® DiggiDitto™ DC896

Document Camera.

We encourage you to visit our website, www.califone.com, to

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catalog, and learn more about the complete line of Califone®

audio visual products. Our product line includes portable

and installed wireless PA systems, multimedia players and

recorders, headphones and headsets, computer peripheral

equipment, visual presentation products, and language

learning materials.

The DiggiDitto™ DC896 Document Camera provides both an

interactive learning experience and the capability of acting as

a multimedia switcher. Its incredible 12x Optical Zoom allows

for viewing amazing detail with a crisp and clear picture. The

classroom uses of the DiggiDitto™ DC896 Document Camera

will bring a new enthusiasm and long-lasting retention into

your learning experience!

Please take the time to read through this instructional manual.

The information included will aid you in the optimal operation

of your document camera.

1,300,000 pixel resolution

Base Light 8 ½”x 11”

Save innite pictures via USB

12x Optical Zoom

Annotation Feature

Remote Control

Control Functions

Positive/Negative

3 Light Modes

Brightness Control

Sharpness Control

White Balance

Input Source

Standby /Resume

Zoom +/-

Focus +/-

Auto Focus

Freeze Image

Text and Dynamic Modes

Volume Control

Capture Image

Mirror Image

Split Screen

Color to Black & White

KEY FEATURES

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ATTENTION: All safety and operating

instructions should be read before

operating appliance. All operating and

use instruction should be followed when

operating the appliance. Heed and adhere

to all warnings on the appliance and in

the operating instructions. Retain all

safety and operating instructions for future

reference.

WATER & MOISTURE—Do not use

the appliance near water. i.e. bathtub,

kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet basement, or

swimming pool.

VENTILATION—Do not situate the

appliance so that its location or position

interferes with its proper ventilation. For

example, the appliance should not be

situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or simialr

surface that may block the ventilation

openings. The appliance should not be

placed in a built-in intallation—such as a

bookcase or cabinet—that may impede

the ow of air through the ventilation

openings.

HEAT—Situat the appliance away from

heat sources such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves, or other appliances

(including ampliers) that produce heat.

POWER SOURCES—Connect the

appliance only to a power supply type

described in the operating instructions or

marked on the appliance.

POLARIZATION or GROUNDING—

Precautions should be taken so that the

grounding or polarization means of the

appliance are not defeated.

POWER CORD PROTECTION—Power

supply cords should be routed so that they

are not likely to be walked on or pinched

by items placed upon or against them.

Pay particular attention to cords at plugs,

conveninece receptacles, and the point

where they exit from the appliance.

CLEANING—The appliance should be

cleaned only as recommended by the

manufacturer. Always unplug before

cleaning the device. Use a damp, soft cloth

for cleaning Do not use volatile solvent.

NON-USE PERIODS—Unplug the

appliance pouwer cord from the outlet

when left unused for a long period of time.

OBJECT & LIQUID ENTRY—Care should

be taken so that objects do not fall and

liquids are not spilled into the enclosure

through openings.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE—The

appliance should be serviced by qualied

service personnel when: (A) the power

supply cord or the plug have been damaged,

(B) objects have fallen or liquids have been

spilled into the appliance, (C) the appliance

has been exposed to rain, (D) the appliance

does not appear to be operating normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance,

or (E) the appliance has been dropped or

the enclosure has been damaged.

SERVICING—The user should not attempt

to service the appliance beyond the steps

described in the operating instructions. For

all other servicing refer to qualied service

personnel.

LOCATION—Place the device on a stable

surface to prevent injuries or damage. Do no

place in direct sunlight. Keep camera away

from acid or alkali gasses. Do not place

in humid, dusty, or windy locations. Keep

within the recommended environment:

Temperature of 0ºC –45ºC (32ºF–113ºF)

and humidity less than 75 %.

ABNORMAL FUNCTIONALITY—If this

equipment functions abnormally, shuch

as putting off smoke, smells, or noise,

immediately unplug and call for professional

assistance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

1. PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS 8

1.1 Control Panel 9

1.2 Back Panel 10

1.3 Side Panel 11

1.4 Wireless Remote Control 12

2. SETUP 15

2.1 Connecting Cables 16

2.1.1 Connecting to a Display Device 17

2.1.1.1 Connections Using a VGA (RGB) Cable 17

2.1.1.2 Connections Using an RCA Video Cable 18

2.1.1.3 Connections Using an S-Video Cable 19

2.1.1.4 Multiple Connections 19

2.1.2 Speakers and Microphone Connections 20

2.2 The Power Cord 21

3. BASIC OPERATION 21

3.1 Simple Instructions for Presenting 21

3.2 Presenting Transparencies or Slide Film 23

3.3 Alternate use of DiggiDitto™    24

4. DETAILED FUNCTIONS 25

4.1 Display Input Selection 25

4.2 Lighting 25

4.3 Zoom 27

4.4 Focusing 28

4.5 Color and Black & White Options 29

4.6 Positive/Negative Conversion 29

4.7 Capture and Preview Modes 30

4.8 Next, Playback and Delete mode. 31

4.9 Screen Division 32

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DiggiDitto™ DC896

Document Camera

The following materials are included.

• DC896 Document Camera

• User Manual

• Remote Control

• Power Adapter

• Software Installation CD

• Male-Male RCA Video Cable (4.5’ length)

• Male-Male 3.5mm Stereo Audio Cable (4.5’ length)

• Male-Male VGA Cable (4.5’ length)

• Series A to Series B USB Cable (4.5’ length)

• Female-Female RS-232 Serial Cable (4.5’ length)

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4.10 Beep On/Off Setting 33

5. CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER 33

5.1 USB Connection with EzPreview 1.0 33

5.1.1 EzPreview 1.0 Installation 34

5.1.1.1 Setup Applications 34

5.1.2 Using EzPreview Controls 39

5.1.2.1 Saving an Image 39

5.1.2.2 Recording Video 41

5.1.2.3 Control 42

5.1.2.4 Full 43

5.1.2.5 Window display size 43

5.1.2.5 Annontation 44

5.1.3 Help 45

5.1.4 Troubleshooting with EzPreview 45

5.2 Installing the RS-232 Software 47

5.2.1 RS-232 Connection   47

5.2.2 Serial Ports 51

5.2.3 Projector Setup 51

5.2.4 Audio Setup 53

5.2.5 Code Import/Export 54

6. STORAGE 57

7. TROUBLESHOOTING 58

8. TABLES AND CHARTS 59

8.1 Functions and their Control Devices 59

8.2 Specications 60

PACKAGE CONTENTS

1. Infrared Receiver

2. Camera Head

3. Upper Arm

4. Camera Lens

5. Main Arm

6. Upper Light

7. Lamp Arm 8. Base Light

9. Remote Control Slot

11. Control Panel

10. Side Panel

12. 20.19.18.17.16.15.14.13.

23.24A.22.21. 24.

Icon Function

12. Power On/Off

13. Capture

14. Return

15. Preview

16. Output Display to PC Monitor

17. Output Display to Projector

18. Brightness Control

19. Auto Focus

20. Zoom In/Out

21. Delete

22. Next

23. Screen Division

24. Light control

24A. Lock/Unlock

   

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1. PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS 1.1 CONTROL PANEL

28.

27.

26.

25. 32.

31.

30.

29. 33. 34.

38.

37.36.35.

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1.2 BACK PANEL

The ports located at the back of the DiggiDitto™ allow

connections to a variety of equipment—from computer monitors

to projectors.

Label Function

25. DC-IN-12V Power Socket for the AC adaptor.

26. RS 232 Serial Port. To control the document camera from a

PC through the RS-232 cable.

27. S-VIDEO S-Video Output. Connects to TV or other display

device; shows document camera images.

28. VIDEO OUT RCA Video Signal Output. Connects to TV or other

display device; show document camera images.

29. AUDIO OUT

Stereo Audio Output, PC Audio Output. Connects

to speakers. May use converter for other audio con-

nections.

30. AUDIO IN

Stereo Audio Input. PC Audio Input. To transfer au-

dio through document camera to connected speak-

ers. May use converter to input other types of audio.

31. PC RGB IN

RGB Inputs. May connect computers or other AV, to

show that information through the document camera

onto connected display screen.

32. PC RGB

OUT

RGB Outputs (also known as VGA). Connects to

monitor, projector, or other display device; shows

document camera images.

33. PROJECTOR

RGB OUT

RGB Outputs (also known as VGA). Connects to

monitor, projector, or other display device; shows

document camera images.

34. USB USB port. Images may be saved onto the computer

through a USB cable.

1.3 SIDE PANEL

Label Function

35. VOL Microphone Volume Control

36. MIC Microphone input. May use converter to input

other types of audio.

37. RGB IN

RGB Input (VGA). May connect computers or

other AV to show information through the docu-

ment camera onto connected display screen.

38. AUDIO

PC Audio Input. To transfer audio through docu-

ment camera to connected speakers. May use

converter to input other types of audio.

Icon Label Description

POWER Turn on/ Turn off or decode projec-

tor on.

LAMP On/ off of the visualiser lamps, or

decode projector off.

VOL+ Turn on the volume

VOL- Turn off the volume

PREVIEW Output Signal to display screen

SHOOT-

ING Output Signal to projector or TV

SIGNAL RGB and AV signal output switch

DIVISION

Freeze the left part of image to

compare with the movable image

on the right side

ROTATE Rotate the image

FREEZE Freeze the image shot by the

camera

NEGA-

TIVE

Display image in positive or nega-

tive

IMAGE/

TEXT

Display image in text or image

mode

B/W Display image in color or B/W

CAPTURE Store the exact image captured

PREVIEW Display image captured and stored

NEXT Choose next image to review or

delete

PLAY-

BACK Display stored image in full screen

DELETE Delete captured image

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1.4 WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL

The remote control is a convenient way to operate the document

camera. Remember to point the remote control at the IR

receiver located at the front base of the camera. Its receivable

range is approximately six meters (19.6 feet).

TELE Image zoom in

WIDE Image zoom out

AF Auto focus one time

FAR Adjust focus manually

NEAR Adjust focus manually

2. SETUP

Raise the main arm vertically.

Unfold the lighting arms until they reach the end position.

Adjust the camera head and lighting arms.

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2.1 CONNECTING CABLES

NOTE: Be sure to disconnect the power supplies of all units

before making cable connections.

Microphone

one

Speaker

LCD Screen

Projector

2.1.1 CONNECTING TO A DISPLAY DEVICE

The DiggiDitto™ has the ability to show images through

various display devices such as a projector, television, or

computer monitor.

2.1.1.1 Connections Using a VGA (RGB) Cable

Locate the VGA (RGB) 1 Output Port of the DiggiDitto™

(indicated below) and the VGA (RGB) Input Port of the

display device.

Using the provided VGA (RGB) cable,

connect the VGA (RGB) Output Port of the

DiggiDitto™ to the VGA (RGB) Input Port

of the display device.

A second display device may also be

connected through the DiggiDitto™.

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2.1.1.2 Connections Using an RCA Video Cable

A television, projector, or other display device can also

be connected to the DiggiDitto™ using an RCA Video

Cable.

Using an RCA video cable, connect the

Video Output Port of the DiggiDitto™ to

the Video Input Port of the television or

display device.

2.1.1.3 Connections Using an S-Video Cable

The S-Video connection provides a better video quality than

the RCA Video Port.

Using an S-Video cable, connect the Video

Output Port of the DiggiDitto™ to the S-Video

Input Port of the television or display device.

Press the SIGNAL button on the remote

control to switch from the VGA output to the

RCA / S-Video outputs.

2.1.1.4 Multiple Connections

The DiggiDitto™ can be used to connect a variety of audio/

visual and computer devices which can then be shown on a

common display. Thus, the images from the different devices

can be viewed alternately through the DiggiDitto™ on the

display screen.

Press the SIGNAL button on the remote control to switch

from the VGA output to the RCA / S-Video outputs.

The DC896 is set to NTSC by default. However, it may be

set to PAL through the Menu Screen, which is accessed

by pressing the AUTO FOCUS (AF) button on the remote

control.

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2.1.2 SPEAKERS AND MICROPHONE CONNECTIONS

A microphone may be connected to go

through the DiggiDitto™ outputting to

connected speakers. The DiggiDitto™

creates a karaoke effect, mixing audio

sources as the microphone acts as a voice-over. Another audio

source may be inputted (using Audio In).

All power sources should be turned off before making cord

connections.

Connect speakers to Audio Out (labeled

Audio Out o n the rear panel).

Plug in the microphone to MIC input located

on the side panel.

Adjust the volume to the desired setting.

2.2 THE POWER CORD

Lastly, after making all connections, plug the

power cord into the power cord receptacle of

the document camera and the AC outlet.

3. BASIC OPERATION

The DiggiDitto™ DC896 may be controlled using the front panel,

wireless remote control, or through the computer via USB or

RS-232 connection.

3.1 SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRESENTING

1. After connecting the DiggiDitto™ to an accompanying display

device (monitor, projector, etc.), turn ON the DiggiDitto™ power

switch. The side lights will illuminate.

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Power

2.Place the object on the base.

Adjust the image size using

the zoom buttons on the front

panel or remote control while

watching the image on the

display screen.

Zoom

3. On the control

panel,press

Auto Focus.

Auto Focus

3.2 PRESENTING TRANSPARENCIES

OR SLIDE FILM

1. After connecting the DiggiDitto™ to an accompanying display

device (monitor, projector, etc.), turn ON the DiggiDitto™ power

switch. The side lamps will light up.

2. Press LAMP. The base light will illuminate and the side

lamps will turn off.

3. If showing a negative lm, press the P/N (Positive/Negative)

button to change to Negative view. When ready, press again to

return to Positive view.

Power

Positive/Negative

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4. To turn off the base light press the LAMP button again. All

lights will turn off. Press LAMP once again to turn side lights

on.

Lamp

3.3 ALTERNATE USE OF DIGGIDITTOTM

Set the camera head to a horizontal position to shoot objects

from a distance or if you are wanting to capture an image at a

specic time.

4. DETAILED FUNCTIONS

4.1 DISPLAY INPUT SELECTION

To select the audio/visual input device to be

shown on the display, press the

Monitor or Projector

button located on the front control panel

or on the remote control. Press again to

alternate input.

4.2 LIGHTING

The DiggiDitto™ uses environmentally

friendly LEDs for the side and base lights.

These LED bulbs require much less energy

than standard incandescent light bulbs.

LEDs can last for many years and rarely

need to be replaced. LED lights also have

the benets of being rugged, generating

very little heat, and not ickering! All of

which are valuable features for classroom

use.

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The DiggiDitto™ has three light settings: Upper Light On,

Base Light On, and All Lights Off. The Upper Light ON option

illuminates printed materials and 3-dimensional objects,

whereas the Base Light ON setting presents transparencies

such as slides or negatives. If the natural environment light is

sufcient, it may be desirable to use DiggiDitto™ with all lights

turned off.

When the document camera is initially powered, the upper

lights turn on by default. To change the setting press the

Lamp button located on the front control panel or on the

remote control. The light setting will change within a second or

so. Please note that both the upper light and base light cannot

be on simultaneously.

Upper Lights On Base Light On All Lights Off

4.3 ZOOM

The DiggiDitto™ has the ability to zoom in on an object up to

ninety-six times its original size! This powerful zoom feature

multiplies a 12x optical magnication together with a 8x digital

enlargement, allowing for incredibly detailed viewing. Press

the ZOOM+ or ZOOM– button on the front

control panel or remote control

to adjust the view. Pressing

ZOOM continuously speeds up

the function. After zooming,

the DiggiDitto™ Auto Focus is

activated although it may be

necessary to manually adjust the

focus and brightness.

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4.4 FOCUSING

The focus may be adjusted automatically or manually. Press

Auto Focus on the DiggiDitto™ front control panel

for automatic focus or use the remote to control the focus

incrementally.

4.5 COLOR AND BLACK & WHITE OPTIONS

It is also possible to convert the display image to black

and white. Simply press the

Black & White button .

4.6 POSITIVE/NEGATIVE

CONVERSION

An image can be converted to show a

negative image. Press the P/N button

located on the control panel or on the

remote control. To return to the normal

mode press P/N once again.

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4.7 CAPTURE AND PREVIEW MODES

The Capture key on the remote control and the Capture icon

on the Control panel will save the image displayed on the

connected PC monitor or TV monitor.

The unit can store up to nine images in temporally memory.

Once the unit is turned off, the images are erased.

Preview mode will display all the images that have been stored

using the Capture mode. Choose this option to switch from the

all images menu to live view.

4.8 NEXT, PLAYBACK AND DELETE

These modes work with a TV monitor or with a PC monitor

connected to the unit.

The Next mode advances to the next stored image in the saved

menu.

Playback displays the image selected in the saved menu.

Select this option to switch back from the saved image view to

the saved images menu.

Delete will erase saved images from the preview menu.

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4.9 SCREEN DIVISION

The DiggiDitto™ display screen can be split into two images

where the right side shows a frozen

picture and the left presents a live

image shot. This view is very

helpful for comparisons. Simply

This function works only when

a TV monitor or a PC monitor is

connected to the unit and images

have been previously saved with

the Capture mode.

The image on the left of the split screen can be ipped to

show the mirror image. While in Screen Division mode, follow

the same instructions above on how to use the mirror image

feature.

4.10 BEEP ON/OFF SETTING

During normal operation, the DiggiDitto™ beeps when buttons

are pressed and various functions are performed. This beep

may be distracting. To disable the beep sounds, press and hold

the Screen Division function (on the panel of the base unit)

for 3-5 seconds until the DiggiDitto™ beeps quickly 3 times.

To enable the beep sound again, simply press and hold the

Screen Division function for 3-5 seconds until the DiggiDitto™

sounds one long beep and then 2 quick beeps. Note: Holding

the Screen Division button on the remote control will not affect

the beep setting.

5. CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER

A computer may be connected to the

DiggiDitto™ for two separate uses:

To save endless pictures using the USB

connection and

As a method to control the functions of the

DiggiDitto™ using USB or RS-232 connections.

5.1 USB CONNECTION WITH EZPREVIEW 1.0

The DiggiDitto™ may save images onto your computer and

control the document camera via an USB connection.

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5.1.1 DC896 EZPREVIEW 1.0 INSTALLATION

5.1.1.1 Set up applications

Insert the accompanying DiggiDitto™ CD into the computer

to upload the corresponding software.

A Security Warning window will appear; click “Run”

The InstallShield Wizard window will appear; click “Next.”

Choose a folder name; click “Next.”

The Install window will be shown;

click “Install DC896 EzPreview.”

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The Installation window will appear; click “Install.”

A Safety tips screen wil appear; click “Continue Anyway.”

The Installation complete window will appear; click “Finish.”

to exit the wizard.

The Installation is completed for computers with Windows 7.

Windows 7 users skip to section: USING EZPREVIEW

CONTROLS.

Connect the USB line to the computer.

The “Found New Hardware” dialog box will appear. Choose

“Install the software automatically (Recommended)” and click

“Next. ”

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A Safety tips screen will appear; click “Continue Anyway”

The “Completing the Found New Hardware” window will

appear; click “Finish.”

5.1.2 USING EZPREVIEW CONTROLS

Connect the document camera to the computer with the

provided USB cable. The at (Type A) connector ts to the

computer; the squared (Type B) connector attaches to the

DiggiDitto™. Power on the document camera.

Open EzPreview by clicking on the shortcut located on the

desktop.

5.1.2.1 Saving an Image

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