Cleaning The Image Sensor - Sony DSLR-A200 Instruction Manual (DSLR-A200) Instruction Manual

Cleaning the image sensor

If dust or debris enters the camera and lands on the image sensor (the part
that acts as the film), it may appear on the photo image, depending on the
shooting environment. If there is dust on the image sensor, use a
commercially available blower brush and clean the image sensor following
the steps below. You can easily brush the dust away using only the blower
brush and the anti-dust function.
Notes
• Cleaning can be performed only when the battery level is
battery icons) or more. Low battery power during cleaning can cause damage to the
shutter. The cleaning should be completed quickly. The use of an AC Adaptor/
Charger (not supplied) is recommended.
• Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter vapor inside the camera body.
1
Confirm that the battery is fully charged (page 17).
2
Press the MENU button, then
select
controller.
3
Select [Cleaning mode] with v/V
on the controller, then press the
center of the controller.
The message "After cleaning, turn
camera off. Continue?" appears.
4
Select [OK] with v on the controller, and press the center of the
controller.
After the image sensor vibrates for a short time, the mirror in front is lifted.
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3 with b/B on the
(three remaining
MENU button