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Sony SLT-A99V User Manual

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Cleaning the image sensor

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1

Perform the cleaning operation described in steps 1 to 3 of
“Cleaning the image sensor automatically using the cleaning
mode of the camera.

2

Detach the lens (page 56).

3

Push the mirror lock lever with a
finger to lift up the mirror.

• Be careful not to touch the surface of

the mirror.

Mirror lock lever

4

Use the blower to clean the image
sensor surface and the
surrounding area.

• Do not touch the image sensor with the

tip of the blower and do not put the tip
of a blower into the cavity beyond the
mount.

• Hold the camera’s face downward to

prevent the dust from resettling in the
camera. Complete the cleaning quickly.

• Also clean the back of the mirror using

a blower.