AVT GigE Cameras Installation Manual V1.1.0
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Safety instructions
Sensor safety instructions
Changing filters safety instructions
Caution
Sensor may be damaged
Light intensity or exposure time exceeding the saturation of
the sensor may damage the sensor irreparably.
This may occur in the following situations:
•
Laser light hitting the sensor directly
•
Bright light sources (e.g. sunlight) hitting the sensor
directly
•
Camera is exposed to X-rays
Damages may be caused by:
•
Overheating of color filters, microlenses or pixel struc-
tures
•
Accelerated aging of color filters or pixel structures
Caution
To avoid sensor damage
•
Use light source with lower intensity
•
Use external shutter
•
Use optical filters
•
Use lens cap (when camera not in use)
•
Vary local light spot / laser spot on sensor
•
X-rays:
– Keep camera out of X-ray path. Guide light source via
mirrors to the sensor
– Use lead glass to protect lens and sensor
– Use lead jacket for the body of the camera
The warranty does not cover damaged cameras caused by
X-ray applications or too much light/laser light.
Caution
•
Mount/dismount lenses and filters in a
dust-free envi-
ronment
, and
do not
use compressed air (which can push
dust into cameras and lenses).
•
Use only
optical quality tissue/cloth
if you must clean a
lens or filter.
Ask your dealer if you are not familiar with these procedures.
