WolfVision VZ-C122 User manual

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LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
OUTPUT POWER <1mW
WAVELENGTH 650nm
EN 60825-1 March 1997
AVOID EXPOSURE -
Laser radiation is emitted
from this aperture.
LASER RADIATION - DO NOT
STARE INTO BEAM
650nm, P<1mW
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
Precautions for laser pointer:
Precautions
Laser information
FDA accession number:
9912688-00
This device complies with
21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11
ENGLISH
Please observe the following:
Risk of electric shock
Dangerous voltage inside
WARNING!
CAUTION! INSTALLATION AND SERVICING OF THE VISUALIZER MUST BE
PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED SERVICE/INSTALLATION PERSONNEL FOLLOWING
THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND IN COMPLIANCE
WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE, ALL LOCAL BUILDING AND SAFETY
CODES AND ALL OTHER APPLICABLE CODE PROVISIONS OR REGULATIONS.
PINCH POINT! MOVING FOLDING MECHANISM CAN CRUSH FINGERS.
KEEP HANDS CLEAR. LOCKOUT BEFORE SERVICING.
USE THIS UNIT ONLY WITH THE CORRECT VOLTAGE AS SHOWN ON THE TYPE
LABEL !
DO NOT EXPOSE THE UNIT TO HEAT OR MOISTURE !
PROTECT THE UNIT FROM EXCESSIVE SHOCKS !
Make sure that sufficient air circulation for cooling the unit is possible (ventilation
slots on the left and right side of the unit)!
If there is any abnormality (abnormal noise, smell, smoke etc.) disconnect the unit
from mains immediately and contact your Visualizer dealer!
Do not use a damaged power cord.
This may cause short circuits or electrical shocks!
To prevent danger, do not modify the unit or operate without the cover panel firmly
in place!
Do not expose the unit to water, metallic objects or any flammable material.
Avoid installing the unit in locations exposed to strong magnetic fields or electrical
currents.
Avoid installing the unit in environments where there is radiation.
This could cause monitor image distortion or damage to the CCD camera.
Do not pull the plug from the power socket with wet hands!
If the unit is not used for a long time, disconnect it from mains!
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EU 0 362 737 KR 128059 AU 765617
DE P58907684.1-08 US 5,027,219 CN ZL99118847.0
CN 89107780.4 EU 0 987 874 and others
JP 1725033 JP 3 544 900
FCC information:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
Information to user:
The user manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional radiator shall
caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This product is built according to Directive EMC and to Directive electrical equipment.
Inspections, tests and evaluation are according to UL 60950. CSA 22.22-60950
Inspections, tests and evaluation are according to the CB-Scheme
Inspections, tests and evaluation are according to the PCT-Scheme
Marks on the unit:
Approval
Worldwide Patents
Copyright Information
Copyright © by WolfVision. All rights reserved.
WolfVision, Wofu Vision and are registered trademarks of
WolfVision Holding AG, Austria.
No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means, without
prior written permission from WolfVision. Except documentation kept by the purchaser for
backup purposes.
In the interest of continuing product improvement, WolfVision reserves the right to change
product specifications without notice.
Information in this document may change without notice.
Disclaimer: WolfVision shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions.
The units are "MADE IN EU/AUSTRIA”
Printed in Austria, January 2008
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#1 Mirror for light
(behind the glass cover)
#2 Mirror for camera
(behind the glass cover)
#3 Infrared-sensor (1x bottom)
#4 Infrared-sensor (2x side)
#5 Synchronized lightfield
#6 Infrared Remote Control
#7 Main power switch and power
indication LED
(as shown below)
#8 Air extraction, ventilation (on both sides)
#9 Working surface
#10 Connectors (as shown below)
#11 Lamp exchange cover (see page 18)
#10
#8
#1#2
#3
#11
#7
#6
#9 #5
#4 #4
RGB VIDEO RGV H
B
RS-232 EXTERN IN S-VIDEO DVI PREVIEW USB LAN IR-EXT.
#16 #17
#19 #20 #21 #22 #23 #24 #25
#18
#26
#15
T3.15A
#14
Connectors (#10) and Main Switch (#7)
#12 Main Power Switch beside the glass cover
#13 Power Indication-LED beside the glass cover
#14 Fuses (see page 18)
#15 Power Connection
#16 RGB output 15-pin (see page 12)
#17 PAL/NTSC composite video output (see page 14) VZ-C32 only
#18 RGB output, BNC connectors (see page 12)
#19 RS-232 serial control input (see page 14)
#20 EXTERN IN external input for Computer RGB-signals (see page 13)
#21 PAL/NTSC Y/C (S-Video) output (see page 14) VZ-C32 only
#22 DVI output (see pages 12 and 14)
#23 PREVIEW RGB output (see page 12)
#24 USB port (see page 13)
#25 LAN 10/100 TBase (see page 13)
#26 IR-EXT. input for additional IR-sensor (see page 13)
#12
#13
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#27
#36
#29 #30
#31
#32
#33
#34 #35
#38
#37
#40 #41
#39
MENU POWER
TELE WIDE
LASER
EXT / INT ALLTEXT
FOCUS IRIS
12 3
AA
AA
AF
MEMORY
123
456
789
HELP
PRESETS IMAGE TURN
LIGHT
#28
Infrared Remote Control (#6)
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#27 ZOOM keys
Using the ZOOM keys also switches auto iris on again.
For specialists: The behaviour of the iris can be changed in the on-screen menu (see page 15).
#28 LASER POINTER key
Important: Do not stare directly into the laser beam.
This is hazardous for your eyes!
#29 PRESET keys (programmable settings)
For storing a preset, press one of the PRESET keys for more than 2 seconds. For recalling
a preset, press the PRESET key quickly (see page 9).
#30 IMAGE TURN mode key
For picking up vertical (portrait) pages with higher resolution (see page 10).
#31 Manual FOCUS keys
For focusing the picture.
By pressing both FOCUS keys an on-push autofocus will be performed (see page 9).
#32 Manual IRIS keys (brightness adjustment)
When the IRIS keys are pressed, the Visualizer switches off the auto iris function. The next
time the ZOOM keys are used the auto iris is switched on again (see page 9).
For specialists: The overall iris level can be changed in the on-screen menu (see page 15).
#33 Light key
Switches the light on and off (see page 8).
By pressing the LIGHT key for 2 seconds, an one-push white balance will be performed
(see page 11).
#34 TEXT Enhancement key
Improves the contrast for better readability (see page 10).
#35 EXT/INT key
Switches between Visualizer image and external input (see page 13).
#36 ALL key
For displaying all 9 pictures of the memory as split image (see page 10).
#37 SELECT keys (MEMORY keys 2, 4, 6 and 8)
For navigating through the on-screen menu (see page 15).
#38 HELP/RESET key for on-screen menu (MEMORY key 5)
While you are in the on-screen menu you can activate the on-screen help by pressing the
HELP key. Pressing this key for 2 seconds resets the selected menu item (see page 15).
#39 MEMORY keys 1 - 9
For saving and recalling pictures (see page 10).
#40 MENU key
Pressing this key for 1 second activates the on-screen menu (see page 15).
#41 POWER key
Pressing this key switches the unit on and off.
When switching on the unit, the Visualizer runs the power-on preset.
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A light projector (a) inside the unit projects a
lightfield (g) the same size as the pick-up
area of the built-in camera via the mirror (e)
onto the working surface. The image is
recorded by the camera (b) using the same
path via the mirror (f).
The lenses of the light projector (a) and the
camera (b) are synchronized. Thus the size
of the light field on the working surface
changes when the user changes the zoom
range of the camera.
This scanning and illumination system is a
worldwide patent from WolfVision.
1. Connect the power cable to the unit (#15) and plug it in
2. If you would like to use a control monitor, connect it to
the PREVIEW RGB output (#23)
3. Connect a large viewing monitor or a projector to one of
the outputs of the Visualizer
For choosing the right output mode please see page 12!
4. Turn the main power switch (#12) on the unit to "I".
The power indication LED on the unit is illuminated red
to indicate that power is supplied.
5. Press the POWER key (#41) on the remote control
The Visualizer now runs the “power-on preset” .
Power-on preset:
The automatic setting of zooming to an middle zoom position (pick-up size depends on
mounting height of the Visualizer), focus on the working surface level and the auto iris are
activated. As soon as the Power Indication LED is green and stays illuminated, you can
start working with the Visualizer. The behavior of the unit as soon as power is supplied or
after the POWER key has been pressed can be changed in the unit's on-screen menu (see
page 15).
When the unit is turned on for the first time, the Height Adjustment starts automatically. The
Ceiling Visualizer is pre-set to a distance of 2 m (78.76"). In most installations the
installation height will be different to this, so the following adjustments must be performed:
1. Adjustment of camera and light focus
2. Alignment of lightfield and camera field
NOTE: This is a one time setup, which must only be performed again if the distance
between the Visualizer and table is changed! - more details in the installation manual
a) light projector
b) camera
c) image path
d) light path
e) mirror light
(motorized)
f) mirror camera
g) pickup area /
synchronized
lightfield
f
e
a
b
g
cd
How The Visualizer Works
Basic Preparations
The Unit Is Switched On The First Time
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MENU POWER
MEMORY
123
456
789
HELP

Use the calculation program on WolfVision's internet homepage to calculate the exact
position and image sizes : The distance is measured from
the bottom of the Ceiling
Visualizer to the working
surface. These figures may
vary a little in reality, because
the position of the focus
influences the size. Masking of
the monitor or projector should
also be taken into
consideration (i.e. some units
cut off the edges of the picture).
Theoretically larger distances
than 4000mm (approx. 160")
are possible, but the pick-up
size would be too large and the
light output too low.
Please read first the Installation Manual before fixing the assembly to the room ceiling.
The size of the smallest and largest image that the unit can pick up is not fixed. It depends
on the distance between the working surface and the bottom of the Visualizer. The tables in
the installation manual show the relationship between mounting height and pick-up sizes:
Distance (refer to calculation program)
206 mm
8.11 inch
451.7 mm / 17.8 inch xsuspended ceiling
(if required)
ceiling
Speaker
x mm = distance * tan 18° - 291mm
x" = distance * tan 18° - 11.45"
see installation manual for more details
(tan 18° = 0.3249)
www.wolfvision.com/wolf/indexdistance.html
Installation
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In extremely high rooms the smallest image the unit can pick-up may not be small enough.
In such cases a standard ceiling mount or projector-lift can be used to suspend the Ceiling
Visualizer further from the ceiling.
Before deinstallation the
unit please read first the
Installation Manual!
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The working surface of the Visualizer (#9) has a special
crystalline white color, which is especially designed for
perfect reproduction of transparencies.
Even if you own an optional light box, it is
recommended using the top light for
transparencies due to better color reproduction and
because the synchronized lightfield still shows the
pickup-area of the built-in camera.
In the following cases, the usage of an optional light
box is recommended:
- If the transparency is very dark such as x-rays
- If the transparency is very wavy and causes
reflections
- If the room light causes reflections on
transparencies
When an optional light box is in use, the light of the
Visualizer should be switched off.
This has the disadvantage that the synchronized
lightfield of the top light no longer marks the pick-up
area of the built-in camera.
Lightbox
(optional)
Working Surface / Light Box
If the top light of the Visualizer is used (default) a synchronized lightfield always marks the
pick-up area of the built-in camera on the working surface.
The alignment of this lightfield is made for working on the working surface.
Because of the oblique mounting of the camera and the light projector of the Visualizer, the
lightfield shifts to the right when the distance between the Visualizer and the scanned object
is decreased (when capturing high objects).
This means that the lightfield no longer exactly shows the recorded area. In this case switch
off the light of the Visualizer by pressing the LIGHT key (#33) and work with room light.
Synchronized Lightfield
1. Place your subject material on the working surface.
A synchronized lightfield on the working surface
marks the pick-up area of the built-in camera.
Just place your subject material in the illuminated
area.
2. Select the enlargement required with the
ZOOM keys (#27).
3. When the image is out of focus, adjust the
sharpness with the FOCUS keys (#31).
Synchronized
l ghtfieldi
Shooting Area On The Working Surface
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Please note that the Visualizer has an optical 16x zoom. The digital 4x zoom increases the
overall zoom range to a 64x zoom. However please be aware that when the digital zoom is
used, the resolution of the picture is not as high as before.
The default setting displays a message on-screen when you are in the digital zoom mode.
Still pictures in the memory can also be digitally zoomed.
You can change the behavior of the Visualizer in the digital zoom mode in the on-screen menu (see page 15).
Digital Zoom
When the Visualizer is turned on the focus automatically adjusts to the
working surface level. As a result it is not necessary to readjust the focus, if you are only
working with flat material (text, photos etc.).
Due to the great depth in focus of the Visualizer, the focus rarely needs to be adjusted.
Only very high objects require a focus adjustment.
To activate the One-Push Auto focus,press both FOCUS keys (#31) simultaneously.
Please note that objects with a very low contrast (like a blank paper) are difficult to focus.
FOCUS
AF
Focusing / One-Push Autofocus
WolfVision Visualizers are equipped with an auto iris. This means that the
brightness of the camera image adjusts automatically. Using the IRIS keys (#32) the auto
iris function is switched off. In this mode the Iris can be adjusted manually.
When using the ZOOM keys (#27) the auto iris function is switched on again.
Before the iris closes completely, the Visualizer automatically dims the light.
The standard auto iris level can be set brighter or darker in the unit's on-screen menu
- see page 15 and on-screen help.
IRIS
Auto Iirs / Manual Iris
The Visualizer offers the possibility to store the current settings as a
Preset and recall them by just pressing the respective PRESET key (#29) on the remote
control.
For storing a reset adjust y function as required and then PRESET
key for 2 seconds .An on-screen message inform you
when the Preset is stored.
p : an press any one of the
s on the remote control or more will
Additionally up to three different Height Adjustment settings can be assigned to the presets in
the on-screen menu.
As mentioned above, when presets are stored all current settings such as zoom, focus, iris
etc. are also stored. Contrary to this, a user also has the opportunity to assign only specific
functions such as "NEGATIVE", "NEGATIVE/BLUE", "BLACK/WHITE", "FREEZE" etc. to a
PRESET key in the on-screen menu of the Visualizer (see page 15).
Preset Function
The current image can be frozen by pressing the programmed PRESET key 29 .
The behavior of the freeze function can be changed in the on-screen menu (see page 15).
(# )
Freeze
12 3
PRESETS
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Split image of 9 picture memory
Picking up a complete vertical (portrait)
document or A4 page has always been a
critical issue for a Visualizer because the
image always picked up in a horizontal
(landscape) format.
The camera could only use 50% of its pixels to
pick up a vertical (portrait) page. WolfVision's
was
"Image turn" mode solves this problem.
Just place your document (or other vertical object)
º
on the working surface horizontally and
zoom in on it completely, so that approx. 90% of the pixels of the built-in camera are used to
pick up the document, then press the IMAGE TURN key (#30). The Visualizer turns the
picture electronically 90 and outputs correctly with a much higher resolution than in
normal mode. The left and right margins will be black.
A
A
AA
Working surface: Output picture:
Normal mode:
Image turn mode:
Only 50% of the
pixels are used to
pick up the document
90% of the pixels
are used to pick
up the document
You can store 9 images and recall them by just pressing one of
the numerical keys (#39) on the infrared remote control:
Storing an image: Press one of the MEMORY keys (#39)
for 2 seconds or more
Recalling an image: Press one of the MEMORY keys (#39)
quickly
By pressing the All key (#36) a split image with all 9 pictures of the memory can be
displayed.
When pressing the ALL key (#36) for 4 seconds, a menu appears on the screen asking if
you would like to erase all stored pictures (black picture) or if you would like to fill the
memory with “snapshots”. When choosing “snapshot” the Visualizer stores a new image
every second until all 9 memory locations are full. The Visualizer is equipped with a memory
backup battery. If the power has been interrupted any pictures in the memory will be stored
for up to 4 weeks.
The functional settings of memory erasing can be changed in the on-screen menu.
Image Memory for 9 images
Image Turn Mode (for higher resolution)
TEXT
Text Enhancement
For improving the readability of text, sketches or x-rays, the text
mode can be activated by pressing the TEXT key (#34).
This mode enhances the contrast of the picture. Please note that the colors are now darker
than usual. To switch off the text enhancement mode, press the TEXT key again. When the
text enhancement mode is in use, the message "TEXT" is displayed on the output and the
TEXT key on the control panel is illuminated red.
This should remind the user to switch off the text mode when it is no longer required. It
should also prevent users trying to correct dark colors by opening the iris, resulting in a
poorly adjusted picture.
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IMPORTANT
Correct white balance adjustment is important for an exact color reproduction!
This means that
the white balance is continuously adjusted automatically.
For an exact white balance, at least 10% of the recorded image should be white
(measurement area is the center of the image).
For a precise fixed white balance adjustment use the "One Push" white balance. This can
be done by pressing the LIGHT key (#33) for 2 seconds. When the white balance is stored
an on-screen message appears. Setting a "One Push" white balance switches off the "Auto
Tracking" mode (When the unit is switched off and on again the "Auto Tracking" mode will
be reactivated).
For specialists: The Visualizer can be switched between "Auto Tracking", "One Push" and "Manual"
white balance mode in the on-screen menu (see page 15). If you work with negative transparencies
and a light box, use a blank (black in the image) part of the negative film for white balance adjustment!
The "one Push" white balance will be separately adjusted and stored for top light and external light.
Each time the lighting condition changes, the Visualizer's camera must readjust its white
balance, in order to optimize the color reproduction. The lighting condition (color
temperature) changes, for example, if changing between Visualizer's light and an external
lightbox (bottom light) or if room light is turning on or off.
The standard settings of the Visualizer are the following:
When the Visualizer's light is switched on: fixed white balance.
When the Visualizer's light is switched off: "auto-tracking" white balance.
Normally there is no need for a manual white balance adjustment. However, if the colors on
the screen still appear to be wrong, the white balance can be adjusted manually (one-push):
Hints to perform an One-Push white balance:
Top light: Zoom in on a white object (i.e. a sheet of paper) until there is only white on the
screen, press the LIGHT key for 2 seconds.
Lightbox with transparencies: Turn off the light of the Visualizer with the LIGHT key and
switch on the lightbox. Remove everything from the light box and zoom to the smallest
picture size until there is only white on the screen, press the LIGHT key for 2 seconds.
Lightbox with x-rays: Turn off the light of the Visualizer and switch on the lightbox. Place
an x-ray on the light box and zoom out until the whole x-ray is picked up, press the LIGHT
key for 2 seconds.
Please note: False colors can also be due to wrong color settings of your projector or
monitor. It is recommended to adjust the white balance of the Visualizer at first and if the
results are still not satisfactory, monitor or projector should be checked.
White Balance Adjustment LIGHT
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Choosing the Correct Output Mode
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The DVI and RGB outputs (#16, #18, #22 and #23) can output signals in following formats:
- VGA (4:3 - 640x480 pixels) at 60Hz
- SVGA (4:3 - 800x600 pixels) at 60Hz, 75Hz or 85Hz
- XGA (4:3 - 1024x768 pixels) at 60Hz, 75Hz or 85Hz
- native image on VZ-C32
- SXGA- (4:3 - 1280x960 pixels) at 60Hz or 85Hz
- native image on VZ-C12²
- SXGA ( - 1280x1024 pixels) at 60Hz or 75Hz
- SXGA+ (4:3 - 1400x1050 pixels) at 60Hz or 75Hz
- UXGA (4:3 - 1600x1200 pixels) at 60Hz
- XGA 16:9 (special format for non-HDTV capable 16:9-Plasma displays) at 60Hz
- WXGA/60 (16:9 Widescreen - 1360x768 pixels) at 60Hz
- WSXGA+/60 (16:10 Widescreen - 1680x1050 pixels) at 60Hz
- 720p (16:9 Widescreen HD/HDTV - 1280x720 pixels) at 50Hz or 60 Hz
- native image on VZ-C12²
- 1080p (16:9 Widescreen HD/HDTV - 1920x1080 pixels) at 50Hz or 60Hz
Please note that the Visualizer can not check the possible resolution, if the
connected units or the cables* are not "Plug and Play" compatible. If the Visualizer can not
detect the resolution of the connected device, the output is set to the default of XGA/60Hz
on VZ-C32 and SXGA-/60Hz on VZ-C12².
(*Cables with plug and play compatibility must have a 15-pin plug on both ends with all pins connected, pin 9 is not
used).
If you can not use the "Auto resolution" function, you can select the output mode manually in
the on-screen menu of the Visualizer (see page 15).
In order to achieve the best picture quality you must set the outputs of the Visualizer to
match the native resolution of your display unit (e.g. LCD or DLP projector or monitor).
Important: What matters is the native resolution of the projector or monitor, not the maximum
resolution that it can display (in compressed mode). The native resolution is the actual
number of pixels of the built-in LCD display or DLP chip of a projector or monitor. Most LCD
or DLP projectors can also display higher resolutions than their native resolution, but only in
compressed mode and with inferior picture quality.
Do NOT set the output of the Visualizer to a higher standard than the native
resolution of your display unit!
If you output the Visualizer image on a CRT monitor or CRT projector, use an output mode
with 75 or 85Hz, because 60Hz may show a slight image flickering. For LCD/DLP projectors
or monitors and video conferencing units 60Hz is the best choice. If you are unsure what the
best mode is, read the user manual of the connected units.
Do not set a higher refresh rate than your monitor or projector can display, otherwise
the monitor or projector can be damaged!
Follow the instructions in the user manual of the connected units.
Please note, if 4:3 and 16:9 or 16:10 resolutions are used simultaneously, the 4:3 display
shows black bars on top and bottom. This is necessary to ensure that all displays show
the same image content.
5:4
The "Auto resolution" function is activated by default. In this mode the Visualizer
continuously checks which devices are connected to the RGB (#16, #18 and #23) and DVI
output (#22) and automatically sets the optimal output mode for each connected device
separately.

Ethernet / LAN -Port 10BASE-T/100Base-TX
The LAN connection (#25) can be used for controlling the Visualizer over a computer
network. Image transfers, firmware updates, displaying status information and e-mail
notifications are possible.
The following protocols are supported: TCP/IP, ICMP andARP.
d i b : /FirefoxSupporte nternet rowsers are Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator and Mozilla .
By default, DHCP is activated to receive all settings automatically.
Image transfer resolution: still image: 1024x768 (or 512x384), live image: 160x120
Please check the separate ETHERNET / LAN description on our internet homepage at:
www.wolfvision.com/support (or on the supplied CD-Rom).
In some rooms the 3 built-in infrared receivers of the Ceiling Visualizer may not be enough.
In this case connect the supplied external infrared receiver to the IR-sensor plug (#26) and
position the IR-sensor somewhere on the ceiling (or in the room) where the users normally
point the remote control at.
IMPORTANT
External Infrared (IR) Sensor
The USB output (#24) of the Visualizer can be used to
transfer images from a Visualizer to a computer and save
them in JPG, TIF or BMP format. This way, Visualizers
can also be used as scanners for 3-dimensional objects.
WolfVision Visualizers are equipped with a fast USB 2.0
port. This allows uploading images onto a PC in a fraction
of a second.
Connecting slower computers with the older USB 1.1 standard is also no problem. It still
takes only a small fraction of the time a desktop scanner requires to scan an image.
WolfVision's USB software works under Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP andApple Macintosh
and is fully Twain compatible. This is important when using the Visualizer in connection with
popular graphic programs such as Photoshop, or for connecting them to Interactive
Whiteboards (Smart Boards).
The fast USB 2.0 port can also output live motion. The WolfVision USB software can store
AVI files and includes a video capture driver. You can view and save the live image from the
Visualizer on your computer in almost every modern video editing software.
USB-Port
A computer can be connected to the EXTERN IN port (#20) of the Visualizer.
By pressing the EXT/INT key (#35) you can switch between the Visualizer image and the
image of the external input to be displayed to the audience.
The extern mode can also be used for only one output. The behavior can be changed in
the on-screen menu (see page 15).
The Visualizer has a built-in A/D-converter in order to digitize the analog RGB signal from
the computer and output it on all outputs in the selected signal format (allowed input
signals: from VGA to SXGA/75Hz).
With the built-in scaler, computer signals can be converted to the PAL/NTSC video standard
(VZ-C32 only).
External Input / Scaler - EXT/INT
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9-pin D-Sub connector
on unit; male
(front side)
5
9
2
7
34
8
1
6
The complete serial protocol can be found on our internet homepage:
www.wolfvision.com/support
The serial port (#19) can be used to control the Visualizer through an external device, such
as a room control system that are used to integrate converence rooms.
Please note that ecim odes (=ASCII odes or Hex odes)
must be sent as one single byte (e.g. 199 and not: 1 + 1 + 9) !
Pins: 2: RX, 3: TX, 5: GND
Baud Rate: 9200, 19200, 38400, 57600 or 115200 (selectable)
databits: 8, stopbit: 1, parity: no
The baud rate can be changed in the on-screen extra menu
(see page 15).d al c c c
PAL / NTSC Video Outputs VZ-C32 only
RS 232, Serial Control Input
DVI Port 1- T.M.D.S. Data2- 9 -T.M.D.S. Data1- 17 - T.M.D.S. Data0-
2- T.M.D.S. Data2+ 10 -T.M.D.S. Data1+ 18 - T.M.D.S. Data0+
3- T.M.D.S. Data2/4 Shield 11 -T.M.D.S. Data1/3 Shield 18 - T.M.D.S. Data0+
4- T.M.D.S. Data4- (*) 12 - T.M.D.S. Data3- (*) 19 - T.M.D.S. Data0/5 Shield
5- T.M.D.S. Data4+(*) 13 - T.M.D.S. Data3+ (*) 20 - T.M.D.S. Data5- (*)
6- DDC Clock 14 - +5V Power 21 - T.M.D.S. Data5+ (*)
7- DDC Data 15 - Ground (return for +5V, 22 - T.M.D.S. Clock+
8- Analog Vertical Sync HSync and Vsync) 23 - T.M.D.S. Clock-
C1 - Analog Red 16 - Hot Plug Detect 24 - Analog Vertical Sync
C4 - Analog Horizontal Sync C2 - Analog Green C3 - Analog Blue
C5 - Analog Ground *...not used
(analog R, G & B return)
m
Pin 24
Pin 8
Pin 1
Pin 9
Pin 17 C4
C1 C2
C3 C5
The S-video (Y/C) (#21) and Composite (#17) video outputs can be switched between PAL
and NTSC in the units on-screen menu (see page 15).
Please note, that the picture quality of the S-video (#21) output is BETTER than the quality
of the Composite (#17) video output. However the picture quality of both video outputs is BY
FAR NOT AS GOOD as the picture quality of the data outputs (#16, #18, #22 and #23). This
is because of the limitations of the PAL/NTSC video system and because of the fact that
this is just a converted Progressive Scan signal and not an original video signal.
By default, the video output is switched off and can be activated in the on-screen menu
(see page 15).
Lightbox (optional)
When a lightbox is used, the top light of the Visualizer should be switched off
with the LIGHT key (#33).
Using a bottom light has the disadvantage that the Synchronized Lightfield of the top light
no longer marks the pick-up area of the built-in camera.
When switching off the top light, the Ceiling Visualizer also switches the white balance
adjustment from "one-push" white balance to "auto-tracking" white balance. This
compensates the varying color temperatures of different light sources - see page 11.
The recommended lightbox for the Ceiling Visualizer is the WolfVision Lightbox LB-38.
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For regular use of the WolfVision Visualizer, it is not necessary to go into the Visualizer's
menu and change settings. Inexperienced users should not make any adjustments here.
To enter the on-screen menu press the MENU key (#40) for one second. Settings of the
Visualizer's basic functions and the built-in camera can be made here using the 4 SELECT
keys on the remote control (=the numerical keys with red arrows - #37).
Please note that some basic settings in the menu can only be changed if you set the menu
item "Format protect" to "OFF" first.
If more information on a function in the on-screen menu is required,set the cursor in the
respective line and press the HELP key (#38, this is a double function of the Number 5 key).
A detailed description of this function appears on the screen. If you want to reset the
selected item to the default setting, press the HELP key (#38) for 2 seconds.
By pressing the MENU key for 4 seconds the Extra Menu appears.
In the Extra Menu, settings like baud rate can be changed.
The functions of the on-screen menu are not described in detail in this user manual as the
help menu is an integrated part of the Visualizer's software (firmware). The information you
see on your screen always belongs to the current Visualizer firmware.
In the "Power Control" settings of the on-screen menu you can select that the Visualizer will
be automatically switched off after a certain amount time.
If the picture or the colors on your screen appear to be too dark, you can lower the overall
contrast of the picture in the "Color Settings" menu of the on-screen menu. The settings can
be made separately for the normal mode and the text-mode.
All settings in the on-screen menu can be set back to the factory defaults. "Reset" is one
item in the on-screen menu.
If you only want to reset the item that is currently selected to the default setting, press the
HELP key (#38) for 2 seconds!
The output image of the Visualizers can be switched from positive to negative in the on-
screen menu. In addition, the background of a negative image can be switched to blue for
better readability of text. You can also switch between color or black and white in the on-
screen menu.
TIP: If you often switch to negative, negative/blue or black/white images you can assign this
function to one of the Preset keys in the on-screen menu.
The following chapter is for experienced users only:
ON-SCREEN MENU / ON-SCREEN HELP
Switching to Negative, Negative/Blue and Black/White
Changing the Standard Contrast (Color) Settings
Auto Power-off
RESET OF ON-SCREEN MENU SETTINGS
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In the "Preset Settings" the Preset keys can be assigned specific functions such as
"Negative/Blue", Black/White", etc.
Preset Settings

The software (firmware) of your Visualizer (including the o ) can easily be
upgraded to the latest version. The firmware update can be done via USB, Ethernet (LAN)
or RS232.
Firmware update files can be downloaded for free at www.wolfvision.com/support.
Updates via USB can be made with the WolfVision USB Software, updates via
Ethernet/LAN require the WolfVision Ethernet Software and updates via RS232 can be
made with WolfVision's Firmware Update Utility. All three programs can also be found on
our homepage.
For RS232 connection, use a crossed serial RS232 cable (Nullmodem-cable).
n-screen HELP
Firmware Upgrades
Dimensions
92
90
72
125,5
206
Closed: Open:
Ceiling mount
Cooling
Air Inlet
Cooling
Air Outlet
All measurements in millimeters (for inch see list)
57,1
135
160
80
160
80
40
70
60
12
18 95
352
452
400
285
mm
12 0.47
18 0.71
40 1.57
58,1 2.29
60 2.36
70 2.76
72 2.83
80 3.15
90 3.54
92 3.62
95 3.74
125,5 4.94
135 5.31
144 5.67
160 6.3
206 8.11
240 9.45
285 11.22
352 13.86
390 15.35
400 15.75
452 17.8
528 20.79
IMPORTANT NOTE:
DO NOT BLOCK
COOLING AIR
INLET AND
OUTLET!
Inch
MAINTENANCE
The Ceiling Visualizer is fitted with an automatic lamp changer.
If one lamp fails, there is no need to replace it immediately, as the automatic lamp changer
automatically switches to the second (spare) lamp. When the unit changes lamps there is
an on-screen message saying: "Changing lamp".
When switching on the unit the Visualizer checks if both lamps are working. If one lamp fails
there will be an on screen message for a couple of seconds displaying "Lamp x blown".
This prevents a user from forgetting to change a defective lamp.
Automatic Lamp Changer
If the unit gets too hot (improper ventilation or air extraction) a built in thermostat will switch
off the light of the Visualizer. Verify that proper ventilation and air extraction is available and
allow the unit to cool.
Thermostat
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528
70°70°
240
144
160
R390
R90

If you want to work with more than one Visualizer in the same room, the units should be set
to different infrared codes, in order to control them all individually.
To change the IR code, enter the "Misc. Settings" and set the "IR
Code" to A, B, C or D (code A is default). To change the IR code on the remote control,
simultaneously press PRESET 1, PRESET 2 and ZOOM TELE
ress PRESET 1, PRESET 2
and ZOOM WIDE
on-screen menu, go to
(#29) (#27). Each time this
key combination is used, the code switches from A to B, C, D ... A ... in the order given.
For resetting the remote control to code A, simultaneously p
.
The LED shows the selected code (it flashes one time for code A, two times for code B,
three times for code C and four times for code D).
Please note that an infrared remote control can only be used up to a certain distance from
the unit. Objects situated between the Visualizer and the infrared remote control, and weak
batteries, interfere with reception.
If the Visualizer can only be controlled from a close
distance, or if it cannot be controlled at all with the
infrared remote control, you may have to change the
batteries.
Open the cover on the back of the remote control
and replace the two 1.5 V AA batteries with new ones.
Check the polarity of the batteries!
Recycle the batteries!
Infrared Remote Control
Different IR Codes
WARNING:
To clean the mirror, the unit has to be opened!
Opening the unit is reserved for WolfVision or authorized service personnel!
The unit might be in need of adjustment after opening.
IMPORTANT
Cleaning
Cabinet: Clean the cabinet by gently wiping it with a soft, lint free cloth.
Glass: Clean the glass by gently wiping it with a soft, lint free cloth (do not use a paper
tissue!). Clean by breathing on the glass to create moisture then wipe with lint-
free cloth (If not clean, use special optical cleaner only!).
Never use strong cleaning agents such as acetone or benzene!
These substances can damage the surface and anti-reflex coating!
Please note that dust on the mirrors (#1, #2) inside the unit and the glass has little effect on
the picture quality (as it is out of the focal range).
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front back (open)
-
+
-
+
XX
MENU
WIDE
TELE
EXT / INT ALLTEXT
12 3
A
A
MEMORY
123
456
789
HELP
POWER
LASER
FOCUS IRIS
AF
PRESETS IMAGE TURN
LIGHT

1. Turn the unit off (#12) and disconnect the power cord (#15)!
2. Press the release button and swing the unit downwards. (see figure 1 and figure 2)
3. Release the quick lock by turning and lift up the lid. (see figure 2)
4. Change the lamp (or both lamps) (see figure 3)
5. To swing the unit up, release the security lock mechanism, by pulling and turning
counterclockwise. (see figure 2)
CAUTION: LAMP CAN BE HOT!
Lamp type: Halogen long life lamp 24V/150W at 300 h average burning life.
WolfVision part no.: 4643
Before changing the lamp allow it to cool or use a cloth to avoid burning fingers!
When inserting a new lamp into the socket use a cloth to prevent fingerprints on the lamp!
figure 1
release button
Disconnect the power cord (#15) before changing the fuses!
The fuses (#14) are situated behind a small lid at the power socket.
It can easily be opened with a small screwdriver etc.
Remove the socket, exchange the fuse(s) carefully,
and put back the socket the right way round into the socket holder.
The type of fuse is: T 3,15A. Do not use any other type !
Change the fuses for new ones and switch the unit on.
If the fuse fails again contact your Visualizer dealer!
Exchanging Fuses
Exchanging Lamps
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figure 3
figure 2
security lock
mechanism
quick
lock
LOCKED pull
and
turn
to
unlock
UNLOCKED
CAUTION!
Pinch Point!

Camera / Technology
Pictures per second
(as picked up by the camera)
Effective Pixel
Total pixels of CCD
Pixels processed per second
(=effective pixels x frames per sec.)
Color reproduction
Native signal output
Output signals
Resolution (measured)
Resolution in Image Turn mode (measured)
Image Turn mode (for increased resolution
when picking up complete portrait pages)
Vertical image-frequency
(depending on resolution)
Horizontal image-frequency
(depending on resolution)
Signal format
Iris
White balance adjustment
Autofocus
Manual focus
Synchronized lightfield
Text enhancement function (in color)
On-screen menu and on-screen help
Upgradeable firmware
Lens / Zoom
Max. object height on working surface
Max. pick-up area on working surface
Max. pick-up area on working surface in
Image Turn mode
Min. pick-up area on working surface
Min. pick-up area on working surface
with dig. zoom
Depth of focus on small object (42 x 33 mm)
Depth of focus on large object (360 x 270 mm)
Shadow free illumination / Illumination of
hollow objects
Disturbing stray light / blinding of audience
or speaker
Light source
USB software for image capture and
controlling and time for still image capturing
Reflection free area on working surface
User programmable presets
Special working surface for transparencies
Bottom light / Light box
Slide pick-up
Computer input / Input switch
Image memory
Show all function (displays all 9 pictures of
current memory as one split image)
Alternative Image display
RGB (=data RGB) output
DVI output
HDMI output
Y/C (S-video) output
Composite video output
USB port / standard
RS232 port and serial protocol with position
setting and status report
Ethernet (LAN) port
Dimensions (L x W x H)
Weight
Infrared remote control
External IR-sensor
Anti-theft device
Voltage input / Power consumption
Warranty
Made in
Technical Data
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30 frames (=full pictures)
yes / 90, 180 and 270 degrees
automatic and manual
automatic and manual
one-push-autofocus (focusing is rarely necessary due to high depth of focus)
yes
yes (in size of pick-up area of camera) with 4:3 / 16:9 switching
yes
yes
yes, via USB, serial (RS232) or Ethernet/LAN
two telezoom lenses 64x Zoom (16x optical + 4x digital)
no limit (depending on installation height)
depending on installation height
depending on installation height
depending on installation height
depending on installation height
larger than 70mm (2.75")
larger than 250mm (9.7")
yes
none
2pcs. standardhalogen lamps (long life 24V / 150W) with automatic lamp changer
included (for Windows and Macintosh, Twain compatible, with video capture driver)
1/2 secondapproximate captering time (with fast PC and USB 2.0)
whole working surface
3 (plus 8 fixed presets troughRS232)
yes
with optional external light box
with optional external light box
yes (15-pin D-Sub plug), can alsobe output through DVI
9 pictures(with battery backup), 1 image freeze
yes
negativeimage / negative-blue image / black and white image
three (2x 15-pin D-Sub-plug and 5x BNC)
DVI-I (analog and digital)
when using a DVI-HDMI cable
USB 2.0 (also compatible with USB 1.1 with lessspeed)
9-pin Sub-D plug
yes, IP-addressable, 10/100 Mbps
580mm x 430mm x 750mm (22.8" x 16.9" x 29.5")
25kg (25lbs)
yes (with laserpointer)
yes, with 10m cable
T-Lock (Kensington Lock®)
multi range 100 - 240 VAC at 150W
3 years
Austria (European Union)
1-CCD 1/3" Progressive Scan Camera
1280 x 960 (=1,228,800)
1,315,648
36,864,000
very good colors (sRGB color precision)
SXGA- (1280 x 960)and HD 720p (1280 x 720)
HD/HDTV 1050p / HD/HDTV 720p /
WSXGA+ / WXGA/ UXGA/ SXGA+ / SXGA/
SXGA- / XGA/ SVGA/ VGA(switchable),
LAN, USB 2.0
820 lines
1050 lines
Progressive Scan: 85, 75, 60 or 50 Hz
(switchable)
Progressive Scan: 31.5 - 91.1 kHz
non-interlaced
none
none
3-CCD 1/3" Progressive Scan Camera
3x 1024 x 768 (=2,359,296)
2,550,000
70,800,000
100% lifelike colors
(sRGB color precision)
3 x XGA(1024 x 768)
HD/HDTV 1050p / HD/HDTV 720p /
WSXGA+ / WXGA/ UXGA/ SXGA+ / SXGA/
SXGA- / XGA/ SVGA/ VGA(switchable),
PAL / NTSC (switchable), LAN, USB 2.0
1000 lines
1300 lines
Progressive Scan: 85, 75, 60 or 50 Hz;
PAL: 50 Hz, NTSC: 60 Hz (switchable)
Progressive Scan: 37.3 - 110 kHz;
PAL/NTSC: 15.7 kHz
non-interlaced and interlaced
one (converted Prog. Scan), 4-pin
one (converted Prog. Scan), BNC
VZ-C12² VZ-C32
Pleasenote: Due to technical improvements all specifications are subject to change!