5.4
Safety instructions and precautions
This chapter describes safety instructions and precautions valid for cameras. In order to avoid harm or damage your camera, please handle
it as described in this manual, paying special attention to the following warnings:
5.4.1
Disassembly
There are no switches or parts inside the cameras that requires any kind of mechanical adjustment. Please note that the warranty is voided
by opening the camera housing.
Do not disassemble the camera except removing lens mount ( or removing cooling element if camera has one), see
5.4.2
Mounting / Screws
Use only the designated threaded holes for mounting the camera. Please note the camera / bracket drawings in chapter
Use only the specified screws and torques when fastening, see
5.4.3
Connections
Use only recommended connectors and cables. Please check the system requirements described in chapter
5.4.4
Power supply
Use only the recommended electrical power supply. Camera can be bus powered or powered from external power supply, for detailed
information see section
.
5.4.5
Environment / protection against water
Use camera in acceptable environment only, please note the descriptions in section
. Protect the camera against contact with
water. Do not let camera get wet.
Damage may be caused by:
•
Overheating
•
Contact with water
•
Operation in an environment with condensing humidity
•
Mechanical shock
5.4.6
Recommended light conditions
Do not expose the camera to light sources with intense energy, e.g. laser beams or X-ray.
Light intensity or exposure time exceeding the saturation of the sensor may damage the sensor irreparably. This may occur e.g. in the
following situations:
•
High-energy laser light hitting the sensor directly
•
Bright light sources hitting the sensor directly (burn-in)
•
Camera is exposed to X-rays
The warranty does not cover damaged cameras caused by X-ray applications or very high intensity light / laser light.
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