Adimec Camera Link OPAL Series, Operating And Users Manual

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OPERATING AND USER MANUAL OPAL FAMILY
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety information 3.
General 3.1
A CCD camera is a sensitive device. In order to ensure your warranty on this product, please read the
following paragraphs scarefully before you continue to unpack and operate the camera.
Read and follow the instructions – All the safety and operating instructions in this manual should •
be read before and be enforced while the camera is operated.
Retain instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. •
Perceive the warnings – All actions taken should be executed in compliance with the warnings. •
Do not remove the housing of the camera - There are no user-serviceable parts inside. The •
internal electronics may be damaged by touching the components.
Precautions 3.2
It is advised to unpack and handle the camera in a clean, ESD protected work area. •
As long as the lens is not mounted, keep the lens cap in place to prevent dust or contamination •
from entering the CCD sensor or filter area.
Remove the lens cap just before the lens is mounted on the camera. It is advised to perform this •
operation in a clean room or at least a clean bench.
Never touch the CCD sensor surface. The cover glass is easily damaged, and the CCD sensor can •
be damaged by ESD (electrostatic discharge).
Safety symbols 3.3
The following safety symbols are applicable to and indicated on the camera.
Symbol for “Conformiteé European”
Handling 3.4
In order to prevent damage to the camera and to keep the CCD sensor clean, please pay attention to
the following:
Handle the camera with care. Do not abuse the camera. Avoid striking or shaking it. Improper •
handling or storage could damage the camera.
Do not pull or damage the camera cable. •
During camera use, do not wrap the camera unit in any material. This will cause the internal •
temperature of the unit to increase.
Do not operate camera beyond its maximum operating temperature, humidity and power source •
ratings.
Do not expose the camera to the following environmental conditions: •
Wet, moist and/or high humidity areas.
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Direct sunlight.
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High temperature areas. -
In the vicinity of objects that release strong magnetic or electric fields. -
In an electrostatic charged environment. -
Strong vibration.
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Avoid touching the optical surface of the sensor with any object. •
If the optical surface of the sensor needs cleaning, please follow the directions •
in chapter 9.4; ‘Cleaning‘.
The housing is susceptible for scratches. When cleaning the camera, use a soft cloth. •