[AZ-Observing] Re: 2004 All Arizona Messier Marathon

At 18:11 -0700 12/14/2003, Jack Jones wrote:
>Although thinking of taking the plunge myself, be forewarned that webcam
>modifications are not for the faint of heart. Some mods require lifting pins
>on the CCD chip. They are extremely small and may require filing the
>soldering tip to a point. You could easily damage your $$ camera in this or
>other ways, but oh well you've already voided the warranty by opening it up.
>Just a warning in advance and oh yes, good luck!
>

Jack is correct and in addition the CCD chip is not like normal chips 
its what is known as a surface mounted device. There are special kits 
designed exactly for removing such devices. While you can do it with 
just a soldering iron the removal kits are well worth the cost.

Check

http://www.web-tronics.com/chipsmdsolre.html

for a kit.

Jeff
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