Sony HDCAM HDW-F900, Operation Manual

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Chapter 6 Maintenance
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6-2 Maintenance
6-2-1 Cleaning the Video Heads
To clean the video heads, use a Sony BCT-HD12CL Cleaning Cassette.
Follow the instructions given with the cleaning cassette, as incorrect or
excessive use could damage the video heads.
To clean the heads, follow the procedure below.
1
Load the cleaning cassette according to the procedure described in
“Loading a cassette” (page 3-1).
2
After the cleaning cassette is inserted, the tape runs automatically in
PLAY mode for about 3 seconds to clean the head.
3
After the tape runs, the cleaning cassette is automatically evacuated.
Note
Do not run the cleaning cassette 5 or more times consecutively.
6-2-2 Cleaning the Viewfinder
Use a dust blower to clean the CRT screen and mirror inside the barrel.
Clean the lens and protecting filter with a commercially available lens
cleaner.
Caution
Never use organic solvents such as thinners.