Epson ELPDC21 User manual

Document Camera
User's Guide

Meaning of Symbols in the Guide
•Symbols for Safety
The documentation and this product use graphical symbols to show how to use this product safely.
The indications and their meaning are as follows. Make sure you understand and respect these caution symbols to avoid injury to persons or property.
Warning
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling.
Caution
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or physical damage due to incorrect handling.
•Symbols for General Information
Attention
Indicates information that, if ignored, could cause the product to malfunction or cause damage.
a
Indicates additional information and points which may be useful to know regarding a topic.
sIndicates a page where detailed information regarding a topic can be found.
[Name] Indicates button names for the remote control or the control panel.
Example: [Return] button
Menu Name Displays Configuration menu items.
Example:
Select Brightness from Picture Quality.
Picture Quality - Brightness

Safety Instructions
Read this User's Guide and follow all safety instructions for your document camera. Keep this guide at hand for future reference.
Environmental Precautions
Warning
Do not use or store the document camera or remote control in a hot location, such as near a heater, in direct sunlight, or in a closed vehicle. Thermal damage, fire, or
malfunction may occur.
Do not use or store the document camera outdoors for an extended length of time, or where it may be exposed to rain, water, or excessive humidity. Fire or electric shock
may result.
Do not use or store the document camera where it may be exposed to smoke, steam, corrosive gases, or excessive dust. Fire or electric shock may result.
Caution
Do not set up the document camera near high-voltage electrical wires or sources of magnetic fields. This may interfere with correct operation.
Operate in the proper environmental conditions. s"General Specifications" p.57
Do not place or store the document camera where it is accessible to small children. It may drop or tip over, causing personal injury.
Do not place the document camera where it may be exposed to vibration or shock.

Electrical Precautions
Warning
Never open any covers on the document camera except as specifically explained in this User's Guide. Never attempt to disassemble or modify the document camera. Refer
all repairs to qualified service technicians.
Unplug the document camera from the outlet and contact your local dealer or Epson for help under the following conditions:
•If smoke, strange odors, or strange noises come from the device
•If liquid or foreign objects get inside the device
•If the device has been dropped or the housing has been damaged
Continuing to use under these conditions may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not attempt to use any adapter other than the AC adapter and power cord included with the device. Using an improper adapter may cause damage, overheating, fire, or
electric shock.
Be sure to use the AC adapter with the proper voltage indicated in this guide. Use of a different power source may result in fire or electric shock.
If the AC adapter, power cord, or document camera is damaged, turn the power off, unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or
Epson for help.
Do not touch the device, the AC adapter, or the plug with wet hands. Otherwise, you may receive an electric shock.
Do not use a power cord that is damaged. This may result in fire or electric shock. Take the following precautions when handling the power cord:
•Do not modify the power cord.
•Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.
•Do not bend, twist or pull the power cord excessively.
•Keep the power cord away from hot electrical appliances.
Take the following precautions when handling the plug. Failure to comply with these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
•Do not overload wall outlets, extension cables, or power strips.
•Do not insert the plug into a dusty outlet.
•Insert the plug firmly into the outlet.
•Do not pull the power cord when disconnecting the plug; always be sure to hold the plug when disconnecting it.
Do not touch the plug during an electrical storm. Otherwise, you may receive an electric shock.

Caution
Turn off the document camera and unplug it after use.
Make sure the power is turned off, the plug is disconnected from the outlet, and all cables are disconnected before moving the document camera.
If a malfunction occurs due to static electricity, thunder, and so on, the product begins recovery operations. During recovery operations, do not touch any switches on the
product.
Installation Precautions
Warning
Do not use adhesives to prevent the screws from loosening and do not use oils or lubricants. This may cause the document camera housing to crack and could cause
serious injury.
Caution
Do not place the document camera in an unstable location, such as on a shaky table or slanted surface. The document camera may drop or tip over, causing personal
injury. If you use a table, cart, or stand, make sure it is stable and will not fall over.
When using the mounting points under the document camera to secure it to a table, cart, or stand, fasten the two bolts securely but do not overtighten them. Do not use
adhesives.
Do not place the document camera in a poorly ventilated place where heat can accumulate.
Do not place the document camera on a carpet, blanket, and so on, or cover it during use.
Do not install the document camera in a hot location, such as near a heater.
Route cables so that they are not a tripping hazard. Otherwise, they could trip someone and cause a fall or injury.

Cleaning Precautions
Warning
Use a dry cloth (or, for stubborn stains, a moist cloth that has been wrung dry) for cleaning. Do not use liquid, aerosol cleaners, or solvents such as alcohol, thinner or
benzine.
Do not place any containers of liquid on top of or near the document camera.
Do not spill liquid or spray fine mist into the document camera. Liquids entering the document camera may cause malfunction, fire, or electric shock. If you spilled liquid,
turn the power off, unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet, and contact your local distributor. Using the damaged device may cause fire or electric shock.
Never allow objects of any kind to enter any openings in the document camera. Do not leave objects, especially flammable objects, near the document camera. Doing so
may result in fire or electric shock.
Caution
Unplug the AC adapter from the outlet before cleaning to prevent electric shock.
Usage Precautions
Caution
Do not look into the lens when the LED illumination lamp is on. The bright light can damage your eyes.
Do not use excessive force when adjusting the document camera. The document camera may be broken, resulting in personal injury.
Do not place heavy objects on document camera. Otherwise, it may be damaged.
Do not try to press the arm flat or fold it backwards. Otherwise, it may be damaged.

Battery Precautions
Warning
Incorrect battery usage may cause batteries to rupture and leak battery fluid, which could result in fire, injury, or corrosion of the remote control.
If battery fluid gets in your eyes, do not rub your eyes. Wash them well with clean water and contact a doctor immediately.
If battery fluid enters your mouth, rinse immediately with plenty of water and contact a doctor immediately.
If battery fluid comes in contact with your skin or clothes, wash with water to prevent possible skin damage.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children; they are choking hazards and are very dangerous if swallowed.
Prepare two replacement manganese or alkaline AA batteries. Do not install batteries of different types, or mix new and old batteries.
Insert batteries so that the polarities (+ and -) are correct. Not doing so may cause leakage, overheating, or explosion.
Be sure to replace both batteries with new ones of the same type. Not doing so may cause leakage, overheating, or explosion.
Remove the batteries if you will not be using the remote control for a long period of time. When a battery runs down, take it out of the remote control immediately. If a
used-up battery is left inside for a long time, gas emitted from the battery may cause leakage, overheating, explosion, or damage to the remote control.
Do not expose batteries to heat, flame, or water.
Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.

Meaning of Symbols in the Guide ................... 2
Safety Instructions ..................................... 3
Introduction
IncludedItems ............................................ 11
DocumentCameraParts .................................... 12
Top/Side/Rear................................................12
CameraHead................................................12
ControlPanel................................................13
Interface ...................................................14
Base......................................................14
Remote Control Buttons .................................... 15
RemoteControl...............................................15
Projectoroperations.........................................15
Documentcameraoperation................................... 15
Connecting
ConnectingtheDocumentCameraDirectlytoaProjector ..... 18
ConnectingUsingaComputerCable(Supplied)......................... 18
ConnectingUsinganHDMICable..................................18
WhenUsingaComputer.........................................18
Connecting to a Projector UsingaComputer ................. 20
Projecting
Positioning the Document Camera .......................... 22
Plugging In and TurningOn ................................ 23
Projecting ................................................. 24
SwitchingtheProjectedImage.................................... 25
OutputtingImagesandSound....................................26
FreezinganImage .............................................26
ProjectingSmallObjects .........................................26
DisplayingWhiteboardImages ....................................26
ProjectingThroughaMicroscope..................................27
TurningOff ............................................... 29
Displaying Saved Images as a Slideshow
SavingImages ............................................. 31
RecordingMovies .......................................... 32
DisplayingaSlideshow(SDCardViewerFunction) ............ 33
DividingtheScreenandDisplayingTwoImages(SplitScreen)............... 34
DisplayingliveimagesandimagesonanSDcard ...................... 35
DisplayingtwoimagesonanSDcard..............................36
AvailablecombinationsfortheSplitScreenfunction...................37
Image Adjustments and Effects
Using the On-screen Menu . . . . . ............................. 39
On-ScreenMenuTable ..................................... 40
ImageMenu .................................................40
FunctionMenu...............................................41
SDCardMenu................................................43
InfoMenu..................................................43
Contents
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Using the Computer Software
Using Easy Interactive Tools ................................ 45
OperatingRequirements........................................45
Installing...................................................46
Uninstalling .................................................46
UsingOtherSoftware ...................................... 47
Installing...................................................47
Uninstalling .................................................47
Solving Problems
Problems and Solutions .................................... 49
OperationProblems............................................49
ImageQualityProblems......................................... 49
SDCardProblems.............................................49
ProblemsConnectingaLaptop....................................50
Epson Projector Contact List . . .............................. 51
EUROPE ....................................................51
AFRICA ....................................................53
MIDDLEEAST ................................................53
NORTH,CENTRALAMERICA&CARIBBEANISLANDS......................54
SOUTHAMERICA..............................................54
ASIAANDOCEANIA............................................54
Notices
Specifications ............................................. 57
GeneralSpecifications ..........................................57
Symbols Indicating the Device Meets the IEC60950-1 A2 Safety
Standards ................................................. 59
GeneralNotice ............................................ 61
Copyrights and Trademarks ................................ 62
ResponsibleUseofCopyrightedMaterials.............................62
Trademarks................................................. 62
Contents
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Introduction
You can use this document camera to capture and project pages from books or other documents, and even three-dimensional objects. You can also use the
software supplied to operate the document camera from a computer.

•Remote control with 2 AA batteries
•Power cord and adapter
•Computer cable
•USB cable
•EPSON Document Camera Software CD-ROM
•Document CD-ROM
•Quick Start Guide
•Microscope adapter
Included Items
11

Top/Side/Rear
Name Function
ACamera head s"Camera Head" p.12
BRemote receiver Receives signals from the remote control.
CControl panel s"Control Panel" p.13
DSD card slot Lets you save and display images on an SD card.
s"Displaying Saved Images as a Slideshow"
p.30
ESecurity slot The security slot is compatible with the Microsaver
security system manufactured by Kensington.
FInterface s"Interface" p.14
Name Function
GSecurity cable installation
point
Lets you attach a commercially available security
cable to lock the document camera in place.
Camera Head
Name Function
AMicrophone Captures sound when you record a video.
B[] Lamp switch Changes the LED lamp status in three steps: bright,
dim, and off.
CLED lamp Provides additional light when there is not enough
light on your document.
DCamera lens Captures the image.
Document Camera Parts
12

Name Function
ECamera arm Extends or retracts to adjust the height of the camera
head.
Attention
Do not rub the lens with harsh materials or subject it to shock, as it can be
easily damaged. Use a soft cloth to gently wipe the lens.
Control Panel
Name Function
A[t] power button Turns the document camera on or off.
B[Source] button
[] [ ]
Switches the output image to the device connected
to the Display Out port.
[]: Projects images (live or on an SD card) from
the document camera.
[]: Projects images from a computer connected
to the Computer In port.
Name Function
C[Menu] button Opens and closes the menu.
D[] [ ] [ ] [ ]
buttons
When the menu screen is displayed, pressing these
buttons selects menu items and setting values.
[] [ ] buttons Adjusts the brightness of the image if pressed while
projecting images from the document camera.
[] [ ] buttons Adjusts the focus of the image if pressed while
projecting images from the document camera.
E[Enter] button •When the menu is displayed, pressing this button
confirms the current item.
•Displays the SD Card menu and images on the SD
card if pressed while projecting live images.
s"Displaying a Slideshow (SD Card Viewer
Function)" p.33
F[Esc] button Stops the current function. When the menu is
displayed, pressing this button moves to the
previous menu level.
G[Zoom] button
[z] [x]
Enlarges or reduces the image without changing the
projection size.
H[Capture] button
[]
Captures still images.
s"Saving Images" p.31
I[Focus] button Focuses the image automatically.
The document camera cannot focus on objects that
are approximately 10 cm (4 inches) or less from the
surface of the camera lens.
J[Freeze] button Freezes live images. Press the button again to resume
projection.
K[Record] button
[]
Starts and stops video recording.
Document Camera Parts
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Interface
Name Function
APower (AC adapter/DC In)
port
Connects the supplied power cord and adapter.
BComputer In port Inputs image signals from a computer.
CDisplay Out port Outputs images to image devices such as projectors.
DHDMI port Outputs images and audio to a video device that is
compatible with HDMI signals.
EUSB-B (TypeB) port Connects the document camera to your computer
with the USB cable supplied. By using the software
supplied, you can operate the document camera
from a computer.
Base
Name Function
AMounting points You can attach the document camera to a table, cart,
or stand with commercially available M4 bolts. You
can thread them to a maximum depth of 9 mm
(0.35 inch).
Attention
Fasten the bolts securely but do not
overtighten them. Do not use adhesives.
BSecurity cable installation
point
Lets you attach a commercially available security
cable to lock the document camera in place.
Document Camera Parts
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Remote Control
Projector operations
Name Function
A[t] power button When used with an Epson projector, turns the
projector on or off.
*
You cannot operate the
document camera with this button.
B[A/V Mute] button Turns the video and audio of an Epson
projector on or off.
*
C[Source Search] button Changes the input source connected to an Epson
projector.
*
*This is not supported by some projectors. For more details, contact your local
dealer or the nearest service center provided in this guide.
s"Epson Projector Contact List" p.51
Document camera operation
Name Function
D[t] power button Turns the document camera on or off. You cannot
operate a projector with this button.
E[Auto Focus] button Focuses the image automatically.
The document camera cannot focus on objects that
are approximately 10 cm (4 inches) or less from the
surface of the camera lens.
F[Rotate Image] button
[]
Lets you turn an image upside-down.
G[Menu] button Opens and closes the menu.
H[] [ ] [ ] [ ]
buttons
When the menu screen is displayed, pressing these
buttons selects menu items and setting values.
I[Enter] button •When the menu is displayed, pressing this button
confirms the current item.
•Displays the SD Card menu and images on the SD
card if pressed while projecting live images.
Remote Control Buttons
15

Name Function
J[Brightness] button
[] [ ]
Adjusts the projected image brightness.
K[SD Card Viewer] button Projects images and movies on the SD card as a
slideshow. Press the [Single] button to display the
image on one screen, and press the [Split] button to
display two images on the left and right.
s"Displaying a Slideshow (SD Card Viewer
Function)" p.33
L[Camera] buttons Projects live images from the document camera.
M[Zoom] button
[z] [x]
Enlarges or reduces the image without changing the
projection size.
N[Focus] button
[] [ ]
Adjusts the focus of the image manually.
O[Esc] button Stops the current function. When the menu is
displayed, pressing this button moves to the
previous menu level.
P[Record] button
[]
Starts and stops video recording.
Q[Capture] button
[]
Captures still images.
R[Freeze] button Freezes live images. Press the button again to resume
projection.
S[Source] button
[] [ ]
Switches the output image to the device connected
to the Display Out port.
[]: Projects images from a computer connected
to the Computer In port.
[]: Projects images (live or on an SD card) from
the document camera.
TRemote control light-
emitting area
Outputs remote control signals.
Remote Control Buttons
16

Connecting
Follow the instructions in this section to set up the document camera.

You can connect the document camera directly to image devices, such as a
projector or external monitor, using a computer cable or HDMI cable.
a
You can also connect the document camera to a projector through a
computer.
s"Connecting to a Projector Using a Computer" p.20
Connecting Using a Computer Cable (Supplied)
Connect the Display Out port on the document camera to a projector using
the computer cable. Images (live or on an SD card) from the document
camera are output from the projector. Audio is not output.
Connecting Using an HDMI Cable
Connect the HDMI port on the document camera to a projector using an
HDMI cable (commercially available). Images (live or on an SD card) from
the document camera are output from the projector. Only audio from the
SD card is output.
a
When image devices that support the HDMI CEC standard are
connected to the document camera, operations for the document
camera and the image device can be linked together. Set HDMI Link
on the document camera. sFunction - HDMI Link p.41
For necessary settings on the image device, see the documentation
provided with the device.
When Using a Computer
When the Computer In port on the document camera is connected to a
computer using a computer cable, you can project PowerPoint slides or
images from any other application from a projector.
Connecting the Document Camera Directly to a Projector
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a
•This connection method is only available when the document
camera is connected to a computer using a computer cable. If the
computer you are using does not have a VGA output port, connect
the computer directly to the projector.
•Images on the computer connected to the document camera are only
output from the Display Out port.
You can switch the projected image between [ ] or [ ] using
the [Source] button on the document camera or the remote control.
[]: Projects images from a computer.
[]: Projects images (live or on an SD card) from the document camera.
Connecting the Document Camera Directly to a Projector
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When the document camera is connected to a computer using a USB cable,
you can operate the document camera from the computer. Using the
software supplied, you can save images and video, adjust picture quality,
zoom, and so on.
s"Using the Computer Software" p.44
Connect the USB-B port on the document camera to a computer using a
USB cable.
Next, connect the computer to the projector. The cable used to create the
connection differs depending on the computer and projector you are using.
See the documentation provided with the computer and projector you are
using.
a
•You cannot project images by directly connecting the document
camera to a projector with a USB cable.
•Connect the document camera to a USB 2.0 port of a computer. If
you connect it to a USB 3.0 port, it may not function properly.
•Do not connect multiple document cameras to one computer at the
same time.
Connecting to a Projector Using a Computer
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