How do I use the Document Camera available in the classroom?

Overview

This article provides instructions for using two types of cameras available in UIC classrooms. Please check which is available in your room and follow the corresponding instructions below.

Table of Contents

• Elmo Document Camera
• WolfVision Document Camera

Elmo Document Camera

The Elmo document camera is also available for use with the lectern PC. Simply select the "PX-10e" or "PX-30" option from the available camera/video options in your chosen conferencing software. 

1. The document camera sits atop the lectern surface. Select the Document Camera source on the touch control panel.
   
   
    
2. Press the power button on the document camera if the document camera is not already on. 
   Raise the document camera arm upright and rotate the lens as indicated in the steps below. 
   
3. Zoom and autofocus controls are located on the knob at the camera lens or on the dial at the bottom right of the document camera 
4. The camera will turn off when you shut down the system from the touch screen. Fold the camera back into place when no longer using it as indicated in the steps below. 
   

WolfVision Document Camera

1. The document camera sits atop the lectern surface. Select the Document Camera source on the touch control panel.
   
   
    
2. Press the power button on the document camera.
   
   
    
3. Use the tab on the camera arm, while holding the base of the camera down, to raise the camera to its standard position.
   
   
    
4. Controls are on the head of the document camera. The wheel control lets you zoom in and out on the document by pushing it up or down.
   
   
    
5. To finish with the document camera, turn it off using the power button and pull the tab straight towards you while holding the base down. This will make the camera bend back into the folded position.