Nikon D50 D50 User's Manual - Page 127

Cleaning the Low-Pass Filter, Technical Notes-Caring for the Camera

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Cleaning the Low-Pass Filter The low-pass filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that filter be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel. Should you choose to clean the filter yourself, follow the steps below. 1 Raise the mirror as described in steps 1-3 on the preceding page. 2 Remove dust and lint from the filter with a blower. Do not use a blower-brush, as the bristles could damage the filter. Dirt that can not be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikon-authorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter. 3 Turn the camera off. The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter curtain will close. Replace the lens or body cap. Technical Notes-Caring for the Camera Servicing the Camera and Accessories The D50 is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or Nikon service representative once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to these services). Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly recommended if the camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with the camera, such as lenses or optional Speedlights, should be included when the camera is inspected or serviced. 117

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Technical Notes—Caring for the Camera
Cleaning the Low-Pass Filter
The low-pass filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged.
Nikon recom-
mends that filter be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel.
Should you choose to clean the filter yourself, follow the steps below.
1
Raise the mirror as described in steps 1–3 on the preceding page.
2
Remove dust and lint from the filter with a
blower.
Do not use a blower-brush, as the
bristles could damage the filter.
Dirt that can
not be removed with a blower can only be
removed by Nikon-authorized service per-
sonnel.
Under no circumstances should you
touch or wipe the filter.
3
Turn the camera off.
The mirror will return
to the down position and the shutter curtain
will close.
Replace the lens or body cap.
Servicing the Camera and Accessories
The D50 is a precision device and requires regular servicing.
Nikon recommends that
the camera be inspected by the original retailer or Nikon service representative once
every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note
that fees apply to these services).
Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly
recommended if the camera is used professionally.
Any accessories regularly used
with the camera, such as lenses or optional Speedlights, should be included when the
camera is inspected or serviced.