Document Camera
The document camera is an imaging device for producing live images of objects. Objects can be 2-dimensional (printed documents, photos, books, etc.) or 3-dimensional (flowers, mechanical instruments, sculptures, electronic components, etc.).
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A. The document camera is located on the top of the multimedia lectern.
B. Adjust the camera head if needed so that it is aiming directly downward onto the display area. The camera head can be moved vertically or horizontally to get a close-up view of the document or item being displayed.
C. Locate the touchpanel on the lectern top. If the screen is blank, press on it to clear the sleep screen.
D. Select the document camera for projection by pressing the “Doc Cam” button in the SOURCES section of the touch panel.
E. For classrooms with multiple displays:
Project document camera onto the left or right display screen by pressing the appropriate display button on the touchpanel.
F. The document camera features an auxiliary lamp that can be adjusted to eliminate glare and shadows.
G. To toggle the lamp off and on, press the "Lamp" button on the touch panel.
H. If auto-focus is insufficient, press the "Focus" button on either side of the camera head.
I. The document camera image can also be fine-tuned by pressing the "Auto Adjust" button on the touch panel.
J. Zoom, lamp, and auto-tune controls are also available on the control pad located on the base of the document camera.
K. To show the document camera on the PC for live streaming or for recording its use during class, please use the PC's Camera app. A video tutorial is available.