Panasonic Interchangeable Lens For Digital Camera H-f008 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS FOR DIGITAL CAMERA
Model No.
H-F008
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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2VQT2W38ContentsInformation for Your Safety ..................................... 2Precautions ........................................................... 5
Supplied Accessories ............................................. 6
Attaching/Detaching the Lens ................................. 6
To use commercially available filters ...................... 8
Names and Functions of Components ................... 9
Cautions for Use ..................................................... 9 Troubleshooting...

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≥The digital camera illustrations in these operating 
instructions show DMC-G2 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...

4VQT2W38THE 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...

6VQT2W38Supplied 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 May 2010. These 
may be subject to change.1
Lens Storage Bag
2...

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∫Detaching the Lens≥Check that the camera is turned off.Press the lens release 
button  D 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 Front 
Cap≥Be careful not to lose 
the lens front cap.
∫ Features of this lens≥This lens is an equisolid angle...

8VQT2W38To use commercially available filters≥There is a filter holder at the rear of this lens. To 
use it, insert a commercially available sheet filter, 
such as a gelatin filter or similar, into the filter 
holder.1 Prepare the filter.• Cut the filter to the 
size that can be used 
with this lens. 
(right image)
Size of the filter
A : 21.5 mm to 22 mm
B : 3mm to 4mm
2 Insert the cut filter C all the way into the 
filter holder  D.E: Lens fitting mark
• To remove the filter, pull it out straight.3...

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Names and Functions of Components∫Lens
1 Lens surface
2 Lens hood
3 Focus ringRotate to focus when taking pictures with manual 
focus.4Filter holder
5 Contact points
6 Lens fitting mark
Note
≥ Since this lens is a fisheye lens with 180 x diagonal 
field of view, the perimeter of the image may 
become dark (vignette) when a flash is used to 
take pictures.
Cautions 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...

10VQT2W38Do not carry the unit when it is still attached to 
the camera body.
≥Under no circumstances should the unit be stored 
in any of the following locations since doing so 
may cause problems in operation or 
malfunctioning.
– In direct sunlight or on a beach in summer
– In locations with high temperatures and humidity  levels or where the changes in temperature and 
humidity are acute
– In locations with high concentrations of sand,  dust or dirt
– Where there is fire
– Near heaters, air...