Camera Installation; All Series - Omron FZ5 Series Hardware Setup Manual

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Camera Installation

Guidelines and precautions for Sensor Controller installation when cameras are also installed.
For handling and function information for specific cameras, refer to the appropriate instruction sheet.
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All Series

Since camera that can be connected with this product emits a visible light that may have an
adverse effect on the eyes, do not stare directly into the light emitted from the LED. If a
specular object is used, take care not to allow reflected light enter your eyes.
Danger of burns. Do not touch the case while the LED is ON or just after power is turned OFF,
since it remains extremely hot.
Precautions for Safe Use
• Use only the camera and cables designed specifically for the product. Use of other products
may result in malfunction or damage of the product.
• Always turn OFF the power of the Sensor Controller and peripheral devices before connect-
ing or disconnecting a camera or cable. Connecting the cable with power supplied may result
in damage of the camera or peripheral devices.
• For the cable that is flexed repeatedly, use the robotic cable type (Bend resistant camera
cable) to prevent damages.
• Do not apply torsion stress to the cable. It may damage the cable.
• Secure the minimum bending radius of the cable. Otherwise the cable may be damaged.
• While the power is ON or immediately after the power is turned OFF, the Sensor Controller
and camera case are still hot. Do not touch the case.
Precautions for Correct Use
Maintenance
• Turn OFF the power and ensure the safety before maintenance.
• Clean the lens with a lens-cleaning cloth or air brush.
• Lightly wipe off dirt with a soft cloth.
• Dirt on the image element must be removed using an air brush.
• Do not use thinners or benzine.
• When installing / replacing the camera, reset the parameter settings of the corresponding
Camera Image Input processing item.
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