Can anyone tell me how to remove the lens cap? I thought it was snapped on, but I can't. I would like to check if the focus is OK.
Modding the Kodak Reels 8mm Film Digitizer (Firmware Hack)
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The original Kodak lens has a dab of string glue on it. I removed mine with a hot air gun set to low, unsure if a hair dryer may work. You want to be careful not to melt anything.
Once removed the lens is on a spiral mount, so you can rotate it one way or the other to get better focus. At least one of the units I had from the factory wasn't focused well, while the other was perfect.
Although it's likely possible to remove the plastic hood for the camera without taking apart the whole unit... it's way easier to do it once the device has been taken apart. As the piece is very firmly in place, in my experience.
Be careful, there's a lot of small ribbon cables in the device that can be easily damaged.
Here's a rough guide of how to open the unit. Please follow the instructions carefully to avoid damage.