Panasonic Lumix H-FT012 User manual

Before use, please read these instructions
completely.
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Operating Instructions
3D INTERCHANGEABLE LENS FOR DIGITAL CAMERA
Model No. H-FT012
until
2010/10/08
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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
Specifications........................................................ 11
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.
≥
If the 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.
≥This lens is compatible with the lens mount
standard for the Micro Four ThirdsTM System. You
can take impressive 3D pictures just by mounting
it on a digital camera that supports 3D picture
recording.
≥It cannot be mounted on the Four ThirdsTM mount
specification camera.
≥A TV compatible with 3D is required to playback
pictures recorded in 3D.
≥It does not support recording in vertical
orientation.
≥The digital camera illustrations in these operating
instructions show DMC-GH2 as an example.
Refer to catalogues/Web pages for most current
information regarding compatible digital camera
bodies.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This Site is English only.)
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≥The appearance and specifications of products
described in this manual may differ from the actual
products you have purchased due to later
enhancements.
≥Micro Four ThirdsTM 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.
≥Four ThirdsTM 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.
≥G MICRO SYSTEM is a lens exchange type
digital camera system of LUMIX based on a Micro
Four Thirds System standard.
≥Other names, company names, and product
names printed in these instructions are
trademarks or registered trademarks of the
companies concerned.
ENGLISH
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-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private
households)
This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used
electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to
designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis.
Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local
retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent
any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could
otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority
for further details of your nearest designated collection point.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for
further information.
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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∫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 protective glass with excessive
force.
≥When there is dirt (water, oil, and fingerprints, etc.)
on the surface of the protective glass, the picture
may be affected. Lightly wipe the surface of the
protective glass with a soft, dry cloth before and
after taking pictures.
≥Do not place the lens mount facing downwards.
Do not allow the lens contact points 1to 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 a plastic 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.
Precautions
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Supplied 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 October 2010. These
may be subject to change.
1Lens Storage Bag
2Lens Cap
3Lens Rear Cap
(The lens rear cap and lens cap are attached to
the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.)
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.
1 Turn the lens rear
cap to detach it.
A: Lens Rear Cap
2Align the lens fitting
marks B(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 C when you attach a lens.
• 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.
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∫Detaching the Lens
≥Check that the camera is turned off.
Press the lens release
button Dwhile 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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Names and Functions of
Components
1Protective glass
2Lens
3Contact points
4Lens fitting mark
Note
≥Zoom operation is not supported.
≥It is recommended to use a tripod or a flash to
record steady pictures.
≥When a distance to the subject is 0.6 m to
approximately 1 m, horizontal disparity becomes
too great, and you may not see the 3D effect at
the edges of the image.
≥Functions that can be used depend on the digital
camera you are using. Please refer to the
operating instructions of the digital camera for
details.
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To ensure that the 3D pictures can be safely
viewed, pay attention to the following points
when recording.
≥Where possible, record with the digital camera in
a horizontal state.
≥Do not get too close to the subject (record from a
distance of at least 0.6 m).
≥Be careful not to shake the camera while in a
vehicle or walking.
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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.
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 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 conditioners or humidifiers
– Where water may make the unit wet
– Where there is vibration
– Inside a vehicle
≥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.
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 a soft, dry
cloth.
≥Do not use a household detergent or a chemically
treated cloth.
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∫About 3D recording
With the 3D interchangeable lens attached, do
not record a subject at less than the minimum
focus distance.
≥The 3D effects may be more pronounced, and
therefore cause tiredness or discomfort.
≥The minimum focus distance is 0.6 m.
When the recording with the 3D interchangeable lens
attached, be careful not to shake the digital camera.
≥ Tiredness or discomfort may result if the shake is
pronounced, due to riding in a vehicle or walking etc.
≥We recommend using a tripod.
∫About 3D viewing
Anyone who is hyper sensitive to light, suffers
from heart disease or is otherwise unwell should
avoid viewing 3D pictures.
≥Doing may have an adverse affect on such
medical conditions.
If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise
strange when watching 3D pictures, stop
viewing at once.
≥Continuing to view may cause illness.
≥
Please rest appropriately after stopping the viewing.
When viewing 3D pictures, we recommend
taking a break every 30 to 60 minutes.
≥
Viewing for extended periods may cause eye-fatigue.
Short-sighted or long-sighted persons, those
with differences in the sight of their right and left
eyes, and those with astigmatism are advised to
correct their vision by wearing glasses etc.
Stop viewing if you can clearly see a double
image while viewing 3D pictures.
≥There are differences in the way that different
people experience 3D pictures. Please correct
your sight appropriately before viewing 3D
pictures.
≥You can change the 3D setting of your television
or 3D output setting of the digital camera to 2D.
When viewing 3D pictures on a 3D-compatible
television, position yourself a distance away that
is least 3 times the effective height of the
television.
≥
(Recommended distance): For 42 inch;
approx. 1.6 m, for 46 inch;
approx. 1.7 m, for 50 inch; approx. 1.9 m, for
54 inch; approx. 2.0 m.
≥Viewing from a distance closer than the
recommended distance may lead to eye-fatigue.
Viewing of 3D pictures is not recommended for
children under 5 to 6 years.
≥
It is difficult to know how children will react to tiredness
or discomfort, and they may become ill suddenly.
≥When children are viewing, have a responsible
adult ensure that eye-fatigue does not occur.
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Specifications
3D INTERCHANGEABLE LENS FOR DIGITAL CAMERA
“LUMIX G 12.5 mm/F12”
¢1 When using a digital camera other than the DMC-GH2, check details via the following support site.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.)
Focal length f=12.5 mm [35 mm film camera equivalent: 65 mm (When the
DMC-GH2 is used and the aspect ratio is set to [16:9])]¢1
Aperture type Fixed
Aperture F12 (Fixed)
Lens construction 4 elements in 3 groups k2
In focus distance 0.6 m to ¶ (from the focus distance reference line)
Maximum image magnification
0.02 k [35 mm film camera equivalent: 0.1 k
(When the
DMC-GH2 is used and the aspect ratio is set to [16:9])]
¢
1
Optical image stabilizer Not available
Mount “Micro Four Thirds Mount”
Angle of view
37 x (When the DMC-GH2 is used and the aspect ratio is set to [16:9])
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Stereo Base 10 mm
Max. diameter Approx. 57 mm
Overall length Approx. 20.5 mm
(from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)
Mass Approx. 45 g
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