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Notes on Operation
Power supply
Power is supplied to the camera module via the
IEEE1394b cable connected to a PC. If the power supply
is insufficient, use the DC-700/700CE that supplies
stable power with less ripple or noise.
Foreign bodies
Be careful not to spill liquids, or drop any flammable or
metal objects in the camera body.
Locations for operation and storage
Avoid operation or storage in the following places.
• Extremely hot or cold locations. Recommended
temperature range is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
• Locations subject to strong vibration or shock
• Near generators of strong electromagnetic radiation
such as TV or radio transmitters
Care
Use a blower to remove dust from the surface of the lens
or optical filter. Clean the exterior with a soft, dry cloth.
If the camera is very grimy, apply a cloth soaked in a
mild detergent then wipe with a dry cloth. Do not apply
organic solvents such as alcohol which may damage the
finish.
Phenomena Specific to
CCD Image Sensors
The following phenomena that may appear in images are
specific to CCD (Charge Coupled Device) image
sensors. They do not indicate malfunctions.
White flecks
Although the CCD image sensors are produced with
high-precision technologies, fine white flecks may be
generated on the screen in rare cases, caused by cosmic
rays, etc.
This is related to the principle of CCD image sensors
and is not a malfunction.
The white flecks especially tend to be seen in the
following cases:
• when operating at a high environmental temperature
• when you have raised the gain (sensitivity)
• when using the slow shutter
Vertical smear
When an extremely bright object, such as a strong
spotlight or flashlight, is being shot, vertical tails may be
produced on the screen, or the image may be distorted.
Aliasing
When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they may
appear jagged or flicker.
Note on laser beams
Laser beams may damage a CCD. You are
cautioned that the surface of a CCD should not be
exposed to laser beam radiation in an environment
where a laser beam device is used.