Compact Scientific Digital Cameras
Chapter 1: Safety
Rev A, June 3, 2020
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1.3.
Product Care
Handle the system with care during transportation and unpacking. Bumping or dropping the system can damage
the unit or lower system performance. If the system is mishandled during shipment, the optical components may
become misaligned, which could lead to a decrease in the image quality. If this happens, the system will need to
be realigned by qualified personnel. To ensure proper care and operation of your Cooled sCMOS Digital Camera,
please follow the handling instructions below.
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Do not store or operate in a damp, closed environment.
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Do not use solvents on or near the equipment.
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Keep away from dust, dirt, and air-borne pollutants (including cigarette smoke). The system is not designed
for outdoor use. Protect the equipment from rain, snow, and humidity.
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Do not expose to mechanical or thermal extremes. Protect the equipment from rapid variation in
temperature.
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Handle all connectors with care. Do not use unnecessary force as this may damage the connectors.
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Clean using a soft, lint free cloth. Use of isopropyl alcohol is permitted, however do not immerse in any
liquid or solvent.
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Clean any accessible optical surfaces with an appropriate optics grade tissue or cloth.
1.3.1. Service
Only trained and approved Thorlabs’ personnel should service the system. Please contact Thorlabs’ Technical
Support at
and a member of our team will be happy to assist you.
1.3.2. Accessories and Customization
Although the system is easily adapted for custom interfaces, to achieve the listed specifications, this system should
only be used with accessories provided by Thorlabs. Any modification or servicing by unqualified personnel renders
the warranty null and void, leaving Thorlabs free of liability. Please contact Thorlabs for questions on customization.
All cameras are supplied with one USB 3.0 cable. These cables are constructed to provide reliable data
throughput at a length of 3 m. Do not replace this cable with a 3 m cable from a different vendor. The use of a
shorter cable (1 m or 2 m) might be acceptable but is not guaranteed. Never use any cable that is longer than 3 m
on a USB 3.0 system.
