Hi,
I’ve recently started having issues with a Zeiss axio cam HRm camera. The camera’s serial number and other informations are available below.
The problem is that something is obscuring the left part of the camera’s field of vision (see attached picture taken by the camera). This issue is specific to the camera, not the microscope, because it is still present even when detached from the microscope. When I look inside the camera I do not see anything visibly blocking the sensor. The camera always stays connected to the microscope from the left side so no dust/liquid/condensation should have been able to gather on the sensor.
Does anyone have any idea what could be responsible for this issue, and how to solve it?
Camera information:
axio cam HRM
60 N-C 1" 1,0x
Serial number: 1 02 02 1247 r2.0
axiocam b/w 12v DC
000000-0445-553 0.7A
ITE 93JA
Could be mold from improper storage of the camera over time (very common). Alternatively, with that specific camera I have see models which had black plastic (or sealant?) crumbles appear in the focal path. The particles may be knocked loose or occur from deterioration over time. In both cases, replacement of the camera solved the issue.
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