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IR-cut filter

A filter placed in the camera optical path that blocks near-infrared radiation, allowing only visible-range light to reach the sensor; must be removed (or switched out electronically) for IR luminescence and IR transmission examination on the VSC.

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ENFSI Document and Handwriting Working GroupFoster+Freeman VSC8000IR luminescenceIR transmissionOblique-light illuminationOptical brightening agent (OBA)Transmitted-light examinationVideo Spectral Comparator (VSC)Watermark

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