Fairchild CAM/CMOS-2K.LS - Manual (Page 32)

SECTION 5
Handling Instructions
5.1 Electrostatic Discharge
The Fairchild Imaging LNL2048S is a metal oxide semiconductor (MOS) device, and as all
such devices, has some limited inherent susceptibility to electrostatic discharge (ESD).
All reasonable and customary design steps have been taken to provide ESD protection
circuitry. The CMOS technology provides greater immunity to ESD problems than do CCD
devices.
Electrostatic charge placed at the sensor could cause charging of the chip which in
some situations might not be readily dissipated and minor impact on performance
might be temporarily experienced. Therefore, do not insert your finger or any other
object into the lens mount barrel.
5.2 Preventing ESD Damage
Please be certain to ground yourself prior to handing the camera.
Ensure that your working environment is grounded, including conductive floor mats.
Do not touch the window of the imager.
5.3 Protecting Against Dust, Oil and Scratches
Be certain to avoid dust buildup on the sensor window, where it could block the
optical path.
By not touching the surface of the sensor, you avoid introducing oil and avoid scratching the
sensor window. Again, you should not insert anything into the lens mount barrel.
5.4 Cleaning the Sensor Window
Use compressed air to blow off particulate.
If for some reason cleaning of the sensor window is required, use lens wiping cloth with a
small amount of eyeglass cleaning fluid. Do not use solvent as it may smear the sensor
window.
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