Panasonic Interchangeable Lens For Digital Camera H-es045 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS FOR DIGITAL CAMERA
Model No.
H-ES045
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this 
product, please read the instructions completely.
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfoFor Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or 
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2VQT2H15ContentsInformation for Your Safety ..................................... 2Precautions ........................................................... 5
Supplied Accessories ............................................. 6
Attaching/Detaching the Lens ................................. 6
Names and Functions of Components ................... 9
Cautions for Use ................................................... 10 Troubleshooting .................................................. 11...

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≥The digital camera illustrations in these operating 
instructions show DMC-GF1 as an example.
≥ The appearance and specifications of products 
described in this manual may differ from the actual 
products you have purchased due to later 
enhancements.
≥ Four Thirds
TM and Four Thirds Logo marks are 
trademarks or registered trademarks of Olympus 
Imaging Corporation, in Japan, the United States, 
the European Union and other countries.
≥ Micro Four Thirds
TM and Micro Four Thirds Logo 
marks...

4VQT2H15THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.FCC Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 
the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance 
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications....

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∫Lens Care≥Sand and dust can damage the lens. Make 
sure that no sand or dust gets inside the lens 
or the terminals when using the lens on a 
beach, etc.
≥ This lens is not waterproof. If drops of water 
get onto the lens, wipe the lens with a dry 
cloth.
≥ Do not press the lens with excessive force.
≥ When there is dirt (water, oil, and fingerprints, etc.) 
on the surface of the lens, the picture may be 
affected. Lightly wipe the surface of the lens with a 
soft, dry cloth before and after...

6VQT2H15Supplied Accessories[Inspection to be performed when you unpack the unit]When removing the unit from its packing box, check 
that the main unit and the supplied accessories are 
there and also check their external appearance and 
functions to verify that they have not sustained any 
damage during distribution and transportation.
If you discover any trouble, contact your vendor 
before using the product.
Product numbers correct as of September 2009. 
These may be subject to change.1
Lens Storage...

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∫Detaching the Lens≥Check that the camera is turned off.Press the lens release 
button  C while turning 
the lens as far as 
possible in the direction 
of the arrow to detach it.• Attach the lens rear cap so 
that the lens contact point does not get 
scratched.
• Attach the body cap to the camera so no dirt or  dust will get inside the main unit.
∫ Attaching and Detaching the Lens Cap≥Be careful not to lose 
the lens cap.
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8VQT2H15∫Attaching the Lens Hood 
(Supplied Accessory)Insert the lens hood into the lens with the 
short sides at the top and bottom, and 
turn in the direction of the arrow until it 
stops.D : Fit to the mark∫Removing the Lens HoodTurn the lens hood in the direction of the 
arrow to detach it.
• When taking pictures with the flash with the lens 
hood attached, the lower portion of the screen 
may turn dark (vignetting effect) and the control 
of the flash may be disabled because the photo 
flash may be...

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Names and Functions of Components∫Lens
1 Lens surface
2 Focus ringRotate to focus when taking pictures with manual 
focus.3[O.I.S.] switchWhen the lens is attached to the camera the 
stabilizer function is set to activate if the [O.I.S.] 
switch is set to [ON].
≥We recommend setting the [O.I.S.] switch to [OFF] 
when using a tripod. ≥
The stabilizer function may not be effective in the 
following cases.
– When there is a lot of jitter.
– When using the digital zoom.
– When taking pictures while...

10VQT2H15Cautions for Use∫About the LensTake 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 damage the lens. The camera may 
stop operating normally and pictures may no longer 
be recorded.When using pesticides and other volatile 
substances around the camera make sure that 
they do not get onto the lens.
≥If such substances get onto the lens they can 
damage the exterior case or cause...