User Guide

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This manual is a provisional version only.
Care and Maintenance
Handling and Storage
• Always replace the protective CCD/filter cover when the sensor unit is not mounted
on your camera.
• Do not touch the exposed CCD/filter with your fingers.
• Keep all foreign objects out of the CCD opening.
• Store your sensor unit away from moisture and excessive heat. Please see “Technical
Specifications” for complete operational and storage requirements.
• Protect your sensor unit from impact—do not drop it.
• Keep the original shipping boxes for storage.
Cleaning the CCD Infrared Filter
If you see dark or coloured spots or lines in your images, then you may need to clean the
outer surface of sensor unit’s infrared (IR) filter. In most cases, the careful use of com-
pressed air will be adequate, but sometimes small particles will get stuck to the surface
of the IR filter, requiring for a more thorough cleaning, involving either fluid or wipes.
For a good safe cleaning, follow descriptions below.
 WARNING: never attempt to remove the glass filter from the front of the CCD—you will
probably ruin the CCD if you do so. If dust manages to get between the IR filter and CCD,
please contact your Hasselblad dealer for assistance.
Basic Cleaning Procedure
1. Discharge any static electricity that may have built up on your body by touching the
sensor unit housing.
2. Remove the sensor unit from your camera body or remove the protective CCD/filter
cover (see also “Setting Up” if you are not sure how to remove the sensor unit and/or
cover).
3. Clean the outside surface of IR Filter by spraying it with clean compressed air. If this
is not enough, then use one of the procedures outlined below.
4. If you still see spots on your shot after you have cleaned the outside of the infrared
filter, then you may have dust on either on the back side of the IR filter or on the CCD
itself. This can only be removed at the Hasselblad factory. Contact your Hasselblad
dealer for assistance.
5. Replace the protective cover or reattach the sensor unit to the camera immediately
after cleaning.
Cleaning Using the HAMA Cleaning Fluid and Tissues
Note! Hasselblad recommends HAMA Optic Cleaning Fluid 5902.
1. Carefully spray the fluid onto the IR filter at a distance of 10-15 cm (4-5 inches), so
that the fluid is applied onto the filter as a thin, even haze. 1-2 sprays are enough. If
you apply too little, the fluid will start to dry up before you start wiping the filter. As
an alternative you can spray the fluid onto the tissue first, and then apply it to the
filter as you wipe it.
2. Fold the tissue several times to match the width of the IR filter—you might use two
or three tissues at a time if necessary (to give you a better grip). Be sure to fold the
paper so that the coated glossy side faces outwards—do not use the other side, as it
can do more harm than good!
3. Gently place the folded tissue onto the edge of the filter using two or three fingers.
Be sure to wipe the entire surface evenly. Sweep the filter only once. Do not wipe the
same area twice with the same tissue as you might reapply dirt removed in the first
sweep.