Panasonic HFS1442AE: Names and Functions of

Names and Functions of

Note

≥ When flash recording with a close subject, the

Components

light of the flash will be blocked by the lens and

part of the picture may be dark. Check the

distance from the subject when recording.

≥

If you zoom after focusing, focusing errors may occur.

After zooming, please perform the focusing again.

Cautions for Use

Take care not to drop or knock the lens. Also

take care not to put a lot of pressure on the lens.

≥

Take care not to drop the bag that you inserted the

lens in as it may strongly shock the lens. The camera

may stop operating normally and pictures may no

longer be recorded. Also, the lens may be damaged.

1 Lens surface

When using pesticides and other volatile

2 Focus ring

substances around the camera make sure that

Rotate to focus when taking pictures with manual

they do not get onto the lens.

focus.

≥

If such substances get onto the lens they can

3 Zoom ring

damage the exterior case or cause the paint to peel.

Rotate the zoom ring when you wish to take large

Do not carry the unit when it is still attached to

(tele) or wide (wide angle) pictures. (35 mm film

the camera body.

camera equivalent: 28 mm to 84 mm)

≥

Under no circumstances should the unit be stored in

4 Contact points

any of the following locations since doing so may

5 Lens fitting mark

cause problems in operation or malfunctioning.

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– In direct sunlight or on a beach in summer

≥ Use a dry, dust cloth to remove dirt and dust on

– In locations with high temperatures and humidity

the zoom ring and the focus ring.

levels or where the changes in temperature and

≥ Do not use a household detergent or a chemically

humidity are acute

treated cloth.

– In locations with high concentrations of sand,

dust or dirt

Troubleshooting

– Where there is fire

– Near heaters, air conditioners or humidifiers

A sound is heard when the camera is turned on

– Where water may make the unit wet

or off.

– Where there is vibration

≥ This is the sound of lens or aperture movement

– Inside a vehicle

and is not a malfunction.

≥ Refer also to the operating instructions of the

When this lens is attached to digital camera,

digital camera.

≥ When the unit is not going to be used for a

stabiliser function cannot be turned off or

prolonged period, we recommend storing with a

stabiliser function does not work.

desiccant (silica gel). Failure to do so may result in

≥ The Optical Image Stabiliser function of this lens

performance failure caused by mold, etc. It is

only works correctly with supported cameras.

recommended that you check the unit’s operation

>

When older Panasonic digital cameras (DMC-GF1,

prior to use.

≥ Do not leave the lens in contact with rubber or

DMC-GH1, DMC-G1) are used, [Stabilizer] in the

plastic products for extended periods of time.

[Rec] mode menu cannot be set to [OFF]. It is

≥ Do not touch the lens contact point. Doing so can

recommended to update the firmware of the digital

cause failure of the unit.

camera at the following website.

≥ Do not disassemble or alter the unit.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/

Do not use benzine, thinner, alcohol or other

> When using this lens with another make of digital

similar cleaning agents to clean the lens glass or

cameras, contact the respective company about

exterior cabinet.

details.

≥ Using solvents can damage the lens or cause the

paint to peel.

≥

Wipe off any dust or fingerprints with a soft, dry cloth.

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