Cleaning optical components
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Goldeye G/CL Technical Manual V4.2.0
Avoiding the necessity of camera cleaning
The best way to ensure the camera remains clean is to avoid penetration of foreign
substances into the camera.
When mounting or dismounting a camera lens or dust cap, always hold the camera
with the mount opening pointing downwards. This minimizes the possibility of any
contaminants falling on the optical filter or sensor surface.
Always store cameras and lenses with dust caps on.
Identifying contaminations
If small visible dust or contamination particles on optical filter or sensor surfaces
can be observed from the outside, this does not necessarily mean that these
particles affect the functioning or application of the camera.
Because these particles are out of focus, they are not likely to have any impact on
the image. An impact on the image may only be given if any particles can be
observed in the video preview of your camera.
The contaminations you observe in the video preview may be situated either on
the lens, on the filter, or on the sensor. Contaminations may develop due to
handling or unclean environments, even if your camera has been cleaned prior to
sealing and shipment.
Clean optical surfaces only
If any solid or fluid substances penetrates the camera body, never attempt to
remove them. This can cause further damage to the camera.
Should that happen, always contact your Allied Vision distribution partner.
Figure 78: Illustration of camera orientation when removing lens or dust cap
