CPSC recall 08098
Visual Presenters (sold as Image Presentation Cameras by Epson)
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Visual Presenters (sold as Image Presentation Cameras by Epson) by Elmo, citing improperly installed fluorescent top lights in the presenter can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08098 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2007-11-21 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Elmo |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Visual Presenters (sold as Image Presentation Cameras by Epson) | Visual presenters capture images to LCD panels, LCD projectors and TV monitors. The recall includes presenters sold under the ELMO, Epson, Doar Communications, Vtel and Tandberg brand names. The presenters were manufactured between December 1993 and December 2003. The manufacturer information is located on the side, rear and bottom of the main body of the following ELMO model numbers, EV-500AF, EV-400AF, EV-6000AF, EV-8000AF, HV-5000XG, HV-7000SX, HV-8000SX, EV-4400AF, HV-5100XG and Epson model ELPDC02.
Reason
Improperly installed fluorescent top lights in the presenter can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Elmo-USA-Corp-Recalls-Visual-Presenters-Due-to-Fire-Hazard
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