Panasonic H-VSO14140 User manual

Panasonic
Operating Instructions
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS FOR DIGITAL CAMERA
Model No. H- VSO 14140
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read the instructions completely.
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Contents
Information for Your Safety 2
Precautions 5
Supplied Accessories 6
Attaching/Detaching the Lens 6
Names and Functions
of Components 8
Cautions for Use 9
Troubleshooting 1D
Specifications
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Limited Warranty 12
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other Countries
outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the
European Union.
If you wish to discard this
product, please contact your
local authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct method of
disposal.
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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-DD3.
Information for Your Safety
Keep the unit as far away as possible from
electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave
ovens, TVs, video games, radio transmitters,
high-voltage lines etc.).
•Do not use the camera near cell phones because
doing so may result
in noise adversely affecting
the pictures and sound.
•Ifthe camera
is adversely affected by electromagnetic
equipment
and stops functioning properly, turn the
camera off
and remove the battery and/or the
connected
AC adaptor. Then reinsert the battery and/
or reconnect the AC adaptor and turn the camera on.
The lens can be used with adigital camera
compatible with the lens mount standard for the
"Micro Four Thirds™System".
• It cannot be mounted on the Four Thirds™mount
specification camera.

•The digital camera illustrations in these operating
instructions show DMC-GH1 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™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™and Micro Four Thirds Logo
marks are trademarks or registered trademarks
of
Olympus Imaging Corporation, in Japan, the
United States, the European Union and other
countries.
•Other names, company names, and product
names printed
in these instructions are
trademarks or registered trademarks ofthe
companies concerned.
ENGLISH
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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential 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. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
•Consult the dealer or
an experienced radiolTV technician for help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15
of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation
of North America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus,
NJ 07094
Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
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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 taking pictures.
• Do not place the lens mount facing downwards.
Do not allow the lens contact point CD to become
dirty.
• About Condensation (Fogging of the
Lens)
•Condensation occurs when there are differences
in temperature and humidity as described below.
Condensation can cause the lens to become dirty
and lead to mold and malfunctioning, so exercise
caution in the following situations:
-When the camera is brought indoors from outside
during cold weather
-When the camera is brought into an air-
conditioned car
-When cold air from an air conditioner is directly
blown onto the lens
-In humid places
•Put the camera into aplastic bag to allow it to
acclimatize to the surrounding temperature in
order to prevent condensation. If condensation
occurs, turn the power off and leave it for about
two hours. Once the camera acclimatizes to the
surrounding temperature the condensation will go
away naturally.
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Supplied Accessories Attaching/Detaching the Lens
•Refer also to the camera's operating instructions
for attaching and detaching the lens.
•Attaching the Lens
•Check that the camera is turned off.
2Align the lens fitting
marks ®(red marks)
on
the camera body and the
lens and then rotate the
lens
in the direction of
the arrow until it clicks.
•Do not press the lens release
button when you attach alens.
•Do not try to attach the lens when holding it at
an
angle to the camera body as the lens mount may
get scratched.
•Check that the lens
is attached correctly.
1Turn the lens rear
cap to detach
it.
@: Lens Rear Cap
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[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.
VFC4430 IVYC0997 IVYF3250 IVFC4315
1Lens Storage Bag
2Lens Hood
3Lens Cap
4Lens Rear Cap
(The lens cap and lens rear cap are attached
to
the interchangeable lens at the time of
purchase.)
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•Detaching the Lens
•Check that the camera is turned off.
Press the lens release
button ©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.
•Attaching the Lens Hood
(Supplied Accessory)
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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.
@: Fit to the mark
•Temporarily Storing the Lens Hood
1Turn the lens hood
in the direction of the
arrow to detach it.
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•Lens
1Lens surface
2Focus ring
Rotate to focus when taking pictures with manual
focus.
3Zoom ring
Rotate the zoom ring when you wish to take large
(tele) or wide (wide angle) pictures. (35 mm film
camera equivalent: 28 mm to 280 mm)
Names and Functions of
•Components
• Attaching Filters
•Vignetting may occur if using 2or more
Me protectors (optional), PL filters (optional) or
NO filters (optional), or if using thick protectors
and/or filters.
2Reverse the lens hood and then attach it
in the same way as shown previously.
•When taking pictures with
the flash with the lens hood
attached, the lower portion
ofthe screen may turn dark
(vignetting effect) and the
control of the flash may be
disabled because the photo
flash may be obscured by the lens hood. We
recommend detaching the lens hood.
•When using the AF assist lamp in the dark,
detach the lens hood.
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4[O.I.S.] switch
When the lens is attached to the camera the
stabilizer function is set to activate if the [0.1.8.]
switch is set to [ON].
•We recommend setting the [0.1.8.] switch to [OFF]
when using atripod.
•The stabilizer function may not be effective
in the
following cases.
-When there
is alot of jitter.
-When the zoom magnification is high.
-When using the digital zoom.
-When taking pictures while following amoving
subject.
-When the shutter speed becomes slower to take
pictures indoors or
in dark places.
5Contact point
6Lens fitting mark
_Note
•When flash recording with aclose subject, the
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.
Cautions for Use
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• About the Lens
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 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 the paint to peel.
Do 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 abeach 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
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-Near heaters, air conditioners or humidifiers
-Where water may make the unit wet
-Where there is vibration
- Inside avehicle
•Refer also to the operating instructions of the
digital camera.
•When the unit is not going to be used for a
prolonged period, we recommend storing with a
desiccant (silica gel). Failure to do so may result in
performance failure caused by mold, etc. It is
recommended that you check the unit's operation
prior to use.
•Do not leave the lens in contact with rubber or
plastic products for extended periods of time.
•Do not touch the lens contact point. Doing so can
cause failure of the unit.
•Do not disassemble or alter the unit. Ifthe internal
parts require inspection or repair, take the unit to
the vendor.
Do not use benzine, thinner, alcohol or other
similar cleaning agents to clean the lens glass or
exterior cabinet.
•Using solvents can damage the lens or cause the
paint to peel.
•Wipe off any dust or fingerprints with asoft, dry
cloth.
•Use a dry, dust cloth to remove dirt and dust on
the zoom ring and the focus ring.
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•Do not use ahousehold detergent or achemically
treated cloth.
A sound is heard when the camera is turned on
or off.
•This is the sound of lens or aperture movement
and is not amalfunction.

Specifications
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS FOR DIGITAL CAMERA
"LUMIX GVARIO HD 14-140 mm/F4.0-5.8 ASPH./MEGA 0.1.5. *"
Focal length
f=14 mm to 140 mm
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 280 mm)
Aperture type 7leafshutters/iris diaphragm/circular diaphragm
Aperture range F4.0 (Wide) to F5.8 (Tele)
Minimum aperture value F22
Lens construction
17 elements in 13 groups (4 asphericallenses, 2 ED lenses)
In focus distance
0.5 m(1.64 feet) to 00 (from the focus distance reference line)
Maximum image magnification 0.2x (35 mm film camera equivalent: O.4x)
Optical image stabilizer Available
Mount
"Micro Four Thirds Mount"
Angle of view
750(Wide) to 8.80(Tele)
Filter diameter 62 mm (2.44 inch)
Max. diameter Approx. 70 mm (2.76 inch)
Overall length
Approx. 84 mm (3.31 inch)
(from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)
Mass (Weight) Approx. 460 g(16.2 oz)
*The "HD" in LUMIX GVARIO HD 14-140mm/F4.0-5.8 ASPH.lMEGA O.I.S. stands for support of high quality
HD motion picture recording. Read the operating instructions ofthe digital camera for details.
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Limited Warranty
FOR U.S.A. and Puerto Rico
PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,
DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA
One Panasonic Way,
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Digital Still Camera ACCESSORIES LIMITED WARRANTY
Limited Warranty Coverage
Ifyour product does not work properly because of adefect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic
Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as "the warrantor") will, for the length of the period indicated
on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase ("warranty period"), at its option either (a)
repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with anew or arefurbished product. The
decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.
PRODUCT OR PART NAME PARTS
LABOR
Interchangeable Lens for Digital Camera 1(ONE) YEAR 1(ONE) YEAR
You must Mail-In your product during the warranty period. This warranty only applies to products purchased
and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of
anew product which was not sold "as is".
Mail-In Service
For assistance in obtaining service in the United States and Puerto Rico please contact:
Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center
1590 Touhy Ave.
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
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If repair is needed during the warranty period the purchaser will be required to furnish asales receipt/proof
of purchase indicating date of purchase.
Also, purchaser will be responsible for shipping the unit to the above address.
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT
COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages
which occurred
in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or
failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty
installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment
of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line
surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as
in ahotel, office, restaurant, or other
business), rental use ofthe product, service by anyone other than aFactory Service Center or other
Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER "LIMITED WARRANTY
COVERAGE". THE WARRANTOR IS NOT
LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF
ANY BREACH OF
THIS WARRANTY.
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, or loss of, or
failure to obtain, images, data or other camera memory content. The items listed are not exclusive,
but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others rights which vary from state to
state. If aproblem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your
dealer or Service Center. Ifthe problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor's
Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR
RESPONSIBILITY.
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FOR CANADA
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC PRODUCT -LIMITED
WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and
agrees to remedy any such defect for aperiod as stated below from the date
of original purchase.
Digital Camera One (1) year,
parts and labour
Digital Photo Peripherals
One (1) year, parts and labour
Digital Camera Accessories
Ninety (90) days, parts and labour
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been
improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused or abused,
damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired
in any way that affects the reliability or
detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries,
printer ink cartridge and paper are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. Apurchase receipt or other proof
of date
oforiginal purchase
is required before warranty service is performed.
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED
WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not
be
applicable.
WARRANTY SERVICE/PRODUCT REPAIRS
For product operation repairs and information assistance, please contact:
Our Customer Care Centre: 1-800
#: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649)
Fax #: [phone]
Lumix Email Iink:[email protected]
Email link: "Customer support"
on www.panasonic.ca
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