Best way how to clean the flip out LCD screen at DVinfo.net

Bruce Pelley · February 17th, 2003, 04:30 PM

Just joined the forum.I managed to put sizable thumbmark over the LCD screen and am a bit leary of jumping in impulsively and potentially misapply the wrong solution or use a wrong method to in an attempt to restore the screens pristine condition on this cam.Eliciting those members who have already crossed this threshold to share their success stories with me.I apologize if its something basic like soap and water.Rather be safe than sorry.
Thanks in advance.All opinions,comments and experiences welcome!!!

Bruce

Michael Buendia · February 17th, 2003, 07:55 PM

a good one that's safe for the gl2's lcd is a product called Klear Screen (www.klearscreen.com). you can also find it at your local electronics store (like fry's).

mb4

Ken Tanaka · February 17th, 2003, 08:10 PM

Bruce,
The GL2's lcd screen is basically at least as durable as that of a desktop lcd monitor or notebook computer screen. The Klearscreen product looks fine. I use eyeglass cleaner available in small, easy to pack squeeze bottles from most optometrists and drug stores. I also use a 3M Magic Cloth.

Jeff Donald · February 17th, 2003, 09:23 PM

Make sure the screen is free of any sand or debris that might scratch the screen. Then get a piece of wide Scotch tape and press it on to the screen. Rub it gently back and forth a few times and remove the tape. All the oil, grease, fingerprints, dust, lint etc is lifted off the screen. Try, it works. I've used it on all the LCD screens I've ever had and it works perfectly. I find it works better than liquids that tend to smear the dirt, grease etc. around. This tip was given to me by a Fuji Tech Rep. 4 or 5 years ago.

Steve Nunez · February 19th, 2003, 05:14 PM

Jeff, you're a brave guy- I would think the tape would stick too strongly on the screen and possibly cause damage....but if you've been using this technique for awhile and a Fuji rep told you of it- then it must work- as for me- i'm too chicken to try it.

Ken Tanaka · February 19th, 2003, 05:23 PM

It really does work on nasty prints, Steve. And it poses no problems for uncoated screens like that of the GL2's lcd. In fact, it's actually a bit safer than wet methods.

I really also like those 3M Magic Cloths, available nearly everywhere. They are amazingly effective, even without any liquid. I even use them for lenses with complete safety Just make sure there's no grit on the screen or lens..

David Ho · March 7th, 2004, 07:55 PM

So KlearScreen and 3M cloths = the way to go? I also need to clean mine.

Jeff Donald · March 7th, 2004, 08:26 PM

Scotch tape is the best. Liquids have numerous pitfalls if used improperly, or accidentally misapplied. Cloths are fine but require rubbing and sand, grit etc. can scratch the screen.

Brian Huey · March 8th, 2004, 12:11 AM

How about a lens pen? Mines been working great when I need it for the lense/filters, and it be nice if it could clean the LCD safely as well.

Cheers,
Brian

Steve Iacono · March 8th, 2004, 05:04 AM

yea i just tried the scotch tape thing recomended on here on my gl2 lcd screen damn taht worked like a charm
thanks for the idea never thought of it

Ken Tanaka · March 8th, 2004, 12:07 PM

Jeff is a veritable fountain of such little tips. We've been thinking about giving him his own forum titled "Hints from Helouise".

David Ho · March 8th, 2004, 12:58 PM

Will the scotch tape remove scratches? I'm afraid that I have scratched (minor) on the surface of the LCD.... I know that the cleaning solutions and the cloth removes dust and particles, but do you think scratches or any other degree of "damage" to the LCD monitor is irreversible...?

Cosmin Rotaru · March 10th, 2004, 12:20 PM

Very nice and usefull tip, Jeff! Tried it last night!
Thanks!

Jeff Donald · March 10th, 2004, 12:34 PM

Thanks, Cosmin. Scotch tape will not remove scratches, sorry David. When the scratches get too severe you'll have to have the LCD replaced.

Ken, I saw Helouise on TV the other day. I swear she hasn't aged in 40 years. I wonder what her hint is for that.

Jim OMalley · March 10th, 2004, 01:50 PM

The current Helouise is the daughter of the original. (Kind of like the "Phantom.")

Just a little bit of domestic trivia!

;-)

February 17th, 2003, 04:30 PM	#1
Bruce Pelley Major Player Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 339	Best way how to clean the flip out LCD screen Just joined the forum.I managed to put sizable thumbmark over the LCD screen and am a bit leary of jumping in impulsively and potentially misapply the wrong solution or use a wrong method to in an attempt to restore the screens pristine condition on this cam.Eliciting those members who have already crossed this threshold to share their success stories with me.I apologize if its something basic like soap and water.Rather be safe than sorry. Thanks in advance.All opinions,comments and experiences welcome!!! Bruce

February 17th, 2003, 08:10 PM	#3
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Bruce, The GL2's lcd screen is basically at least as durable as that of a desktop lcd monitor or notebook computer screen. The Klearscreen product looks fine. I use eyeglass cleaner available in small, easy to pack squeeze bottles from most optometrists and drug stores. I also use a 3M Magic Cloth. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

February 17th, 2003, 09:23 PM	#4
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	Make sure the screen is free of any sand or debris that might scratch the screen. Then get a piece of wide Scotch tape and press it on to the screen. Rub it gently back and forth a few times and remove the tape. All the oil, grease, fingerprints, dust, lint etc is lifted off the screen. Try, it works. I've used it on all the LCD screens I've ever had and it works perfectly. I find it works better than liquids that tend to smear the dirt, grease etc. around. This tip was given to me by a Fuji Tech Rep. 4 or 5 years ago. __________________ Jeff Donald Carpe Diem Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Where to Buy? From the best in the business: DVinfo.net sponsors

February 19th, 2003, 05:14 PM	#5
Steve Nunez Trustee Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida Posts: 1,418	Jeff, you're a brave guy- I would think the tape would stick too strongly on the screen and possibly cause damage....but if you've been using this technique for awhile and a Fuji rep told you of it- then it must work- as for me- i'm too chicken to try it. __________________ Steve Nunez-New York City www.stevenunez.com

February 19th, 2003, 05:23 PM	#6
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	It really does work on nasty prints, Steve. And it poses no problems for uncoated screens like that of the GL2's lcd. In fact, it's actually a bit safer than wet methods. I really also like those 3M Magic Cloths, available nearly everywhere. They are amazingly effective, even without any liquid. I even use them for lenses with complete safety Just make sure there's no grit on the screen or lens.. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

February 17th, 2003, 07:55 PM	#2
Michael Buendia Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: los angeles, california Posts: 71	a good one that's safe for the gl2's lcd is a product called Klear Screen (www.klearscreen.com). you can also find it at your local electronics store (like fry's). mb4

March 7th, 2004, 07:55 PM	#7
David Ho Major Player Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 354	So KlearScreen and 3M cloths = the way to go? I also need to clean mine. __________________ "Everyone has a photographic memory. Some just don't have film."

March 7th, 2004, 08:26 PM	#8
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	Scotch tape is the best. Liquids have numerous pitfalls if used improperly, or accidentally misapplied. Cloths are fine but require rubbing and sand, grit etc. can scratch the screen. __________________ Jeff Donald Carpe Diem Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Where to Buy? From the best in the business: DVinfo.net sponsors

March 8th, 2004, 12:11 AM	#9
Brian Huey Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Seattle , WA Posts: 184	How about a lens pen? Mines been working great when I need it for the lense/filters, and it be nice if it could clean the LCD safely as well. Cheers, Brian

March 8th, 2004, 05:04 AM	#10
Steve Iacono New Boot Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 13	yea i just tried the scotch tape thing recomended on here on my gl2 lcd screen damn taht worked like a charm thanks for the idea never thought of it __________________ ------------------------- Steve Iacono Philadelphia Pennsylvana - GL 2

March 8th, 2004, 12:07 PM	#11
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Jeff is a veritable fountain of such little tips. We've been thinking about giving him his own forum titled "Hints from Helouise". __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

March 8th, 2004, 12:58 PM	#12
David Ho Major Player Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 354	Will the scotch tape remove scratches? I'm afraid that I have scratched (minor) on the surface of the LCD.... I know that the cleaning solutions and the cloth removes dust and particles, but do you think scratches or any other degree of "damage" to the LCD monitor is irreversible...? __________________ "Everyone has a photographic memory. Some just don't have film."

March 10th, 2004, 12:20 PM	#13
Cosmin Rotaru Major Player Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Romania, Timisoara Posts: 453	Very nice and usefull tip, Jeff! Tried it last night! Thanks! __________________ Cosmin Rotaru

March 10th, 2004, 12:34 PM	#14
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	Thanks, Cosmin. Scotch tape will not remove scratches, sorry David. When the scratches get too severe you'll have to have the LCD replaced. Ken, I saw Helouise on TV the other day. I swear she hasn't aged in 40 years. I wonder what her hint is for that. __________________ Jeff Donald Carpe Diem Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Where to Buy? From the best in the business: DVinfo.net sponsors

March 10th, 2004, 01:50 PM	#15
Jim OMalley Regular Crew Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: New Jersey Posts: 81	The current Helouise is the daughter of the original. (Kind of like the "Phantom.") Just a little bit of domestic trivia! ;-)