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RETIGA R
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SERIES USER MANUAL
Precautions
The QI Retiga R Series camera system electronics are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). To
avoid permanently damaging the system, please observe the following precautions:
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If you are using high-voltage equipment (such as an arc lamp) with your camera system, be sure to
turn the camera power on last and power the camera
off first.
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Never connect or disconnect any cable while the camera system is powered on.
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Although you should turn off the
camera’s
power supply before disconnecting any camera system
cable, you do not need to power off your computer to detach the cables.
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Use caution when triggering high-current switching devices (such as an arc lamp) near your system.
The image sensor can be permanently damaged by transient voltage spikes. If electrically noisy
devices are present, an isolated, conditioned power line or dedicated isolation transformer is highly
recommended.
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Always leave at least one inch of space around the camera housing.
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Never open the camera. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the QI Retiga R Series camera.
Opening the camera voids the warranty.
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Use only the USB 3.0 interface, cables, and power supply designated for this camera system. Using
non- QI Retiga R Series cables or power supplies may result in permanent damage to your system.
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Do not use a C-mount lens that has optics that extend behind the flange of the lens.
Environmental Conditions for Operation and Storage
Your QI Retiga R Series camera system should be operated in a clean, dry environment. The camera system’s
ambient operating temperature is 0°C to 30°C with 80% relative humidity, noncondensing. Contact QImaging
customer service for information if operating outside of this range.
To protect your QI Retiga camera during storage, use its original containers. To protect the system from
excessive heat, cold, and moisture, store at an ambient temperature between -20°C and 60°C with a relative
humidity of 0% to 90%, noncondensing.
Optics and Mounting
QI Retiga R Series camera lens mount accepts a standard 1” diameter, C-mount lens or adapter. The camera is
also compatible with a standard C-mount lenses as long as its optics do not extend behind the flange of the
lens.
If desired, the QI Retiga R Series cameras may be mounted to a tripod or other device using the mounting
attachment located on each side of the camera’s front plate. See the Specifications chapter for more
information.
