Re: Backplate windows?

[Don Roberts <droberts@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Don't worry about the window.  The only thing you can see through it is the
cassette which is obviously IR proof.  I have yet to see a problem with the
window from anyone on the list.  Oh yeah, I don't think black electrical tape is
IR proof anyway.  That is just an assumption on my part however.

Andrew Frazer wrote:

> I just started using a new Olympus OM-2000 for my HIE
> work.  I haven't finished the first roll yet, but I'm
> worried about the little see-through window on the
> backplate of the camera.  This window is a narrow slit
> that lets you read the ISO rating directly off the
> film canister.  Obviously it's going to let in IR light.
> I've covered it up with black electrical tape.  I haven't
> seen the results yet, but I hope the electrical tape
> will prevent the film from fogging.
>
> Now, I know other camera bodies have similar windows on the
> backplate.  Has anyone had any experience covering these
> windows up?  Does electrical tape work?
>
> Thanks in advance,
>
> Andy Frazer
> email: andyfrazer@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>
> My best infrared photos:
> http://www.gorillasites.com/infrared/Best/best.html
>
> Infrared Tour of Santa Clara County and Massachusetts:
> http://www.gorillasites.com/infrared
>
> Where to buy infrared film:
> http://www.gorillasites.com/infrared/Stores/store_top.html
>
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