Nikon D200BODY, D70-series, D200OUTFIT, D200KIT 186, Foreign objects are present, proceed to Step

Technical Notes—Caring for the Camera

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4	Holding the camera so that light falls on the low-
	pass filter, examine the filter for dust or lint. If no

foreign objects are present, proceed to Step 6.

5 Remove any dust and lint from the filter with a blower. Do not use a blower-brush, as the bris- tles 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.

6Turn the camera off. The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter curtain will close. Replace the lens or body cap.

Foreign Matter on the Low-Pass Filter

Nikon takes every possible precaution to prevent foreign matter from coming into contact with the low-pass filter during production and shipping. The D200, however, is designed to be used with interchangeable lenses, and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses are removed or exchanged. Once inside the camera, this foreign matter may adhere to the low-pass filter, where it may appear in photographs taken under certain conditions. To prevent foreign matter from entering the camera, do not exchange lenses in dusty envi- ronments. To protect the camera when no lens is in place, be sure to replace the body cap provided with the camera, being careful to first remove all dust and other foreign matter that may be adhering to the body cap.

Should foreign matter find its way onto the low-pass filter, clean the low-pass filter as in- structed on pages 185–186 of this manual, or have the low-pass filter cleaned by autho- rized Nikon service personnel. Photographs affected by the presence of foreign matter on the low-pass filter can be retouched using Nikon Capture 4 Version 4.4 or later (available separately) or the clean image options available in some third-party imaging software.

Servicing the Camera and Accessories

The D200 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 ap- ply 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.