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Before proceeding, we recommend ensuring that your kernel, GPU firmware and applications are all up to date. Please follow the instructions on xref:../computers/os.adoc#using-apt[keeping your operating system up to date].
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Then, please follow the relevant setup instructions either for xref:camera.adoc#getting-started[`libcamera`] or for xref:camera.adoc#enabling-the-camera[_Raspicam_].
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Then, please follow the relevant setup instructions for the xref:../computers/camera_software.adoc#getting-started[libcamera] software stack.
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=== Hardware Specification
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* Camera Module v2 https://datasheets.raspberrypi.com/camera/camera-v2-schematics.pdf[PDF]
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* HQ Camera Module https://datasheets.raspberrypi.com/hq-camera/hq-camera-schematics.pdf[PDF]
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=== Raspberry Pi HQ Camera Filter Removal
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The High Quality Camera contains an IR filter, which is used to reduce the camera's sensitivity to infrared light. This ensures that outdoor photos look more natural. However, some nature photography can be enhanced with the removal of this filter; the colours of sky, plants, and water can be affected by its removal. The camera can also be used without the filter for night vision in a location that is illuminated with infrared light.
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WARNING: *This procedure cannot be reversed:* the adhesive that attaches the filter will not survive being lifted and replaced, and while the IR filter is about 1.1mm thick, it may crack when it is removed. *Removing it will void the warranty on the product*. Nevertheless, removing the filter will be desirable to some users.
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. Work in a clean and dust-free environment, as the sensor will be exposed to the air.
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image:images/rpi_hq_cam_sensor.jpg[camera sensor]
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. Unscrew the two 1.5 mm hex lock keys on the underside of the main circuit board. Be careful not to let the washers roll away. There is a gasket of slightly sticky material between the housing and PCB which will require some force to separate.
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image:images/rpi_hq_cam_gasket.jpg[camera gasket]
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. Lift up the board and place it down on a very clean surface. Make sure the sensor does not touch the surface.
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. Before completing the next step, read through all of the steps and decide whether you are willing to void your warranty. *Do not proceed* unless you are sure that you are willing to void your warranty.
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. Turn the lens around so that it is "looking" upwards and place it on a table.
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You may try some ways to weaken the adhesive, such as a little isopropyl alcohol and/or heat (~20-30 C). Using a pen top or similar soft plastic item, push down on the filter only at the very edges where the glass attaches to the aluminium - to minimise the risk of breaking the filter. The glue will break and the filter will detach from the lens mount.
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image:images/rpi_hq_cam_ir_filter.jpg[camera ir filter]
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. Given that changing lenses will expose the sensor, at this point you could affix a clear filter (for example, OHP plastic) to minimize the chance of dust entering the sensor cavity.
. Replace the main housing over the circuit board. Be sure to realign the housing with the gasket, which remains on the circuit board.
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. The nylon washer prevents damage to the circuit board; apply this washer first. Next, fit the steel washer, which prevents damage to the nylon washer.
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. Screw down the two hex lock keys. As long as the washers have been fitted in the correct order, they do not need to be screwed very tightly.
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. Note that it is likely to be difficult or impossible to glue the filter back in place and return the device to functioning as a normal optical camera.
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image:images/rpi_hq_cam_sensor.jpg[camera sensor]
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image:images/rpi_hq_cam_gasket.jpg[camera gasket]
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. Lift up the board and place it down on a very clean surface. Make sure the sensor does not touch the surface.
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. Before completing the next step, read through all of the steps and decide whether you are willing to void your warranty. *Do not proceed* unless you are sure that you are willing to void your warranty.
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. Turn the lens around so that it is "looking" upwards and place it on a table.
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You may try some ways to weaken the adhesive, such as a little isopropyl alcohol and/or heat (~20-30 C). Using a pen top or similar soft plastic item, push down on the filter only at the very edges where the glass attaches to the aluminium - to minimise the risk of breaking the filter. The glue will break and the filter will detach from the lens mount.
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image:images/rpi_hq_cam_ir_filter.jpg[camera ir filter]
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. Given that changing lenses will expose the sensor, at this point you could affix a clear filter (for example, OHP plastic) to minimize the chance of dust entering the sensor cavity.
. Replace the main housing over the circuit board. Be sure to realign the housing with the gasket, which remains on the circuit board.
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. The nylon washer prevents damage to the circuit board; apply this washer first. Next, fit the steel washer, which prevents damage to the nylon washer.
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. Screw down the two hex lock keys. As long as the washers have been fitted in the correct order, they do not need to be screwed very tightly.
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. Note that it is likely to be difficult or impossible to glue the filter back in place and return the device to functioning as a normal optical camera.
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* Work in a clean and dust-free environment, as the sensor will be exposed to the air.
* Unscrew the two 1.5 mm hex lock keys on the underside of the main circuit board. Be careful not to let the washers roll away. There is a gasket of slightly sticky material between the housing and PCB which will require some force to separate.
* Lift up the board and place it down on a very clean surface. Make sure the sensor does not touch the surface.
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* Before completing the next step, read through all of the steps and decide whether you are willing to void your warranty. *Do not proceed* unless you are sure that you are willing to void your warranty.
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* Turn the lens around so that it is "looking" upwards and place it on a table.
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* ou may try some ways to weaken the adhesive, such as a little isopropyl alcohol and/or heat (~20-30 C). Using a pen top or similar soft plastic item, push down on the filter only at the very edges where the glass attaches to the aluminium - to minimise the risk of breaking the filter. The glue will break and the filter will detach from the lens mount.
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image:images/rpi_hq_cam_ir_filter.jpg[camera ir filter, width="70%"]
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* Given that changing lenses will expose the sensor, at this point you could affix a clear filter (for example, OHP plastic) to minimize the chance of dust entering the sensor cavity.
* Replace the main housing over the circuit board. Be sure to realign the housing with the gasket, which remains on the circuit board.
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* The nylon washer prevents damage to the circuit board; apply this washer first. Next, fit the steel washer, which prevents damage to the nylon washer.
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* Screw down the two hex lock keys. As long as the washers have been fitted in the correct order, they do not need to be screwed very tightly.
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* Note that it is likely to be difficult or impossible to glue the filter back in place and return the device to functioning as a normal optical camera.
Raspberry Pi currently sell two types of camera board: an https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/camera-module-v2/[8MP device] and a https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-high-quality-camera/[12MP High Quality (HQ)] camera. The 8MP device is also available in https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/pi-noir-camera-v2/[NoIR form] without an IR filter. The original 5MP device is no longer available from Raspberry Pi. Further details on the camera modules can be found in the xref:../accessories/camera.adoc#camera-modules[camera hardware] page.
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All Raspberry Pi cameras are capable of taking high-resolution photographs, along with full HD 1080p video, and can be fully controlled programmatically. This documentation describes how to use the camera in various scenarios, and how to use the various software tools.
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Once you've xref:../accessories/camera.adoc#installing-a-raspberry-pi-camera[installed your camera module], there are various ways the cameras can be used. The simplest option is to use one of the provided camera applications, such as `libcamera-still` or `libcamera-vid`.
Now proceed directly to the instructions for xref:camera.adoc#building-libcamera-apps[building `libcamera-apps`]. Raspberry Pi OS Lite users should check that _git_ is installed first (`sudo apt install -y git`).
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If you want xref:camera_software.adoc#libav-integration-with-libcamera-vid[libav] support in `libcamera-vid`, additional libraries must be installed:
Now proceed directly to the instructions for xref:camera_software.adoc#building-libcamera-apps[building `libcamera-apps`]. Raspberry Pi OS Lite users should check that _git_ is installed first (`sudo apt install -y git`).
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NOTE: If you are using an image where `libcamera-apps` have been previously installed as an `apt` package, and you want to run the new `libcamera-apps` executables from the same terminal window where you have just built and installed them, you may need to run `hash -r` to be sure to pick up the new ones over the system supplied ones.
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Finally, if you have not already done so, please be sure to follow the `dtoverlay` and display driver instructions in the xref:camera.adoc#getting-started[Getting Started section] (and rebooting if you changed anything there).
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Finally, if you have not already done so, please be sure to follow the `dtoverlay` and display driver instructions in the xref:camera_software.adoc#getting-started[Getting Started section] (and rebooting if you changed anything there).
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