Epson DC-20 User's Guide Page 1

Document CameraUser's Guide

Top/Side/RearName FunctionACamera head s "Camera Head" p.11BRemote receiver Receives signals from the remote control.CControl panel s "

Camera HeadName FunctionAMicrophone Captures sound when you record a video.B[ ] Lamp switchChanges the LED lamp status in three steps: bright,dim, and

Name FunctionD[ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] buttonWhen the menu screen is displayed, pressing thesebuttons selects menu items and setting values.[] [ ] buttonAdjust

BaseName FunctionAMounting points You can attach the document camera to a table, cart,or stand with commercially available M4 bolts.s p.17BSecurity ba

Remote ControlProjector operationsName FunctionA[t] button When used with an Epson projector, turns theprojector on or off.* You cannot

Name FunctionJ[Esc] button Stops the current function. When the menu isdisplayed, pressing this button moves to theprevious menu level.K[Snapshot] but

When you're not using the document camera, simply fold its arm down as shown. CautionDo not try to press the arm flat or fold

You can secure the document camera by fastening a cable to the securitybar, shown below, or by inserting a Kensington anti-theft c

ConnectingFollow the instructions in this section to set up the document camera and give a presentation.

You can connect the document camera to a projector using a standardVGA cable, composite video cable, or HDMI cable, or to other videoe

Important Safety InstructionsRead this User's Guide and follow all safety instructions for your document camera. Keep this guide a

HDMI connectionAHDMI portBHDMI cablea• When connecting with a USB cable, video from other outputports is not displayed.• When two or more

When you connect the document camera to your computer, you can usethe included software to capture, edit, and play back still images and v

aIf an image doesn't appear on the screen, the documentcamera's USB Mode may be set to Mass Storage; see p.65 tochange th

Projecting

aConnect the power adapter as shown and plug the adapter into awall outlet.bPress the [t] power button to turn on the document camera.

Positioning the Document CameraaRaise the camera arm while holding the body with your otherhand.bRotate the camera arm as shown below.cPosition

AttentionDo not try to press the arm flat or fold it backwards, or it may getdamaged.The camera arm can only rotate within the

B[Focus] buttoncPress the [Focus] button on the document camera or the [AutoFocus] button on the remote control. Your document isaut

Displaying Small Objects Up CloseTo display a small object, lower the camera arm. You can place the lenswithin approximately 10 cm (4

You can use the document camera to display a lecture or presentation atthe front of a room, or to capture images of a whiteboard or

Electrical Precautions WarningNever open any covers on the document camera except as specifically explained in this User's Guide. Never at

To display objects as seen through a microscope, use the includedmicroscope adapter.a• Adjust the focus and zoom of a microscope be

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When a USB mouse is connected to the document camera, the annotationtools are displayed on the live camera image and you can add handwritten

aUse the left mouse button to draw lines or graphics or erasewith an eraser.dDisconnect the USB mouse to end the annotation.a• You

If you've connected a computer (s p.21), you can show PowerPoint slidesor images from any other application on your computer. You c

If you have images saved in the document camera's internal memory or onan SD card or USB drive (s p.37), you can display two images

dIf you select Internal Memory, SD Card, or USB Flash Drive asthe source, you see a screen that lets you select which image touse:Us

Saving Images and Displaying a SlideshowImages captured by the document camera can be saved not only in the internal memory but also on an SD card or

Captured still images are stored in the internal memory, an SD card, or aUSB drive. If there is more than one save destination, th

The document camera’s live image is recorded in the internal memory, anSD card, or a USB drive. If there is more than one save desti

CautionTurn off the document camera and unplug it after use.Make sure the power is turned off, the plug is disconnected from the

a• Press the [Menu] button and select Function > Ext. Mic. Volume toadjust the recording volume of the external microphone.• When an extern

The stored images in the internal memory can be exported to an SD cardor USB drive. Also, the stored images on an SD card or USB driv

a• If you want to remove the SD card, press in on the card andthen pull it straight out of the slot. The SD Card screenautomati

You can use your computer with a USB cable to access files stored in thecamera's internal memory. Before using the document camera l

Once you have stored images in the document camera's internal memory oron an SD card or USB drive, you can display a slideshow.aIn add

Image Adjustments and EffectsThe document camera provides a full range of image adjustments and effects, including freeze image, black-and-white, and

Press the [Menu] button on the document camera or remote control toview the on-screen menu. For details of each item in the screen

Basic image adjustments such as focus, zoom, and brightness are discussedin "Displaying a Document or Other Materials" p.25. You

Image MenuSetup Item Explanation/SelectWhite Balance Adjusts the image color based on the lighting in the room where you're presenting.Auto: Auto

Setup Item Explanation/SelectNoise Reduction Settings related to Noise Reduction.On: Activates Noise Reduction. Use this setting if noise occurs.Off:

CautionUnplug the AC adapter from the outlet before cleaning to prevent electric shock.Usage Precautions CautionDo not look into the

Setup Item Explanation/SelectVideo Format Selects the video output signal.NTSCPALFlickerless Eliminates flicker when giving presentations in regions w

Memory MenuSetup Item Explanation/SelectSplit Screen Simultaneously displays two images from the internal memory, an SD card, a USB drive, or the live

Info MenuSetup Item ExplanationMemory Capacity Free Space: Displays the remaining capacity of the document camera’s internal memory.Total Size: Displa

Using the Included SoftwareThe included software lets you use the document camera to capture still images, make time-lapse movies, record live

You can install the software on a Windows or Mac OS X computer. Seep.80 for system requirements.aPress the [t] power button to tu

aConnect the document camera to a computer with a USB cable.s p.21bStart the software:• Windows: From Programs or All Programs, select A

You can annotate live images from the document camera with text andgraphics while giving a presentation. When you capture an image

You can capture a still image or a quick series of images (called a burst).aIf necessary, select the settings you want to use. Click

You can record a time-lapse movie to show gradual changes that occur overseveral hours.aClick the Settings button and select the Time Lap

You can make an audio/video recording of your presentation. Set theresolution under Full HD (1920×1080).aIf necessary, select the settin

Important Safety Instructions ... 2IntroductionProduct Features ... 9Included Items...

You can use the Edit screen to improve the quality (such as brightness andcontrast) of captured pictures and videos. With still images, you can zo

You can use the File Management screen to sort and locate captured imagesand videos. By rating them and applying "tags" or descriptive t

You can easily upload your videos to popular video-sharing websites, suchas YouTube and SchoolTube.aThis feature is not available for Ap

Solving Problems

Operation ProblemsNo image appears on the screen• After you press the [t] Power button, wait a few moments for theimage to appear.

Problems Using an SD CardCertain images don't appearIf you use your computer to copy images to the document camera's internalmemory or

the software, being sure to allow the Button Manager and TWAIN Driverfor Epson Document camera to install.You don't see the live

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Image Adjustments and EffectsUsing the On-screen Menu . . . . . ... 46Making Image Adjustments ...

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Notices

General SpecificationsProduct nameELPDC20DimensionsOpen (W ^ D ^ H): 210 ^ 312 ^ 477 mm (83 ^ 12.3 ^ 18.8 inches)Folded (W ^ D ^ H): 367 ^ 122 ^ 120 m

Output port Display Out port 1Mini D-Sub15-pin (female)Output: SXGA/WXGA(1280x800)/WXGA(1360x768)/XGA/Full HDComposite port 1RCA pin jackOut

IntroductionYou can use the Epson ELPDC20 document camera to capture and project pages from books or other documents, and even three-dimensional obj

System RequirementsThese system requirements are for using the included software:Windows: Microsoft Windows 7 32/64-bit, Windows Vista 32-bit,

For United States UsersThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass B digital device, pursuant to Part

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Included Items• Remote control with 2 AA batteries• Power cord and adapter• VGA cable• USB cable• Software CD• User's manual CD• Qui