Vello AF EXTENSION TUBE SET User manual

AF EXTENSION
TUBE SET
USER MANUAL
For Mirrorless Cameras

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Thank you for purchasing the Vello Extension Tube Kit for Mirrorless Cameras.
Extension tubes provide a practical way of adding macro performance to your
camera set-ups. The Vello Extension tubes can be attached to a variety of lenses
for mirrorless cameras and are less expensive than dedicated macro lenses. The
extension tubes can be used individually or stacked together for greater control
over the level of magnification. Additional tubes (available separately) can be added
for closer focusing distances.
INTRODUCTION

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CONTENTS
(1) 10mm Extension Tube
(1) 16mm Extension Tube

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MOUNTING THE EXTENSION TUBES
In order to ensure that all the internal
electronic contacts are connected,
and full communication is established
between the camera and the extension
tubes/lens, it is important that the
steps listed below are followed.
1. Remove the lens from the camera.

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2. Align the Vello extension tube
to the camera’s lens mount. The
extension tube will mount in exactly
the same manner as a standard lens.
Make sure to align the alignment
dot on the tube with the circular
alignment mark on your camera.

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3. Mount your lens onto the extension
tube in exactly the same manner as
you would mount it on the camera.

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REMOVING THE EXTENSION TUBES
1. Press the tab on the extension
tube towards the camera; this will
unlock the lens. The lens can now
be removed as normal.

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2. Press the camera’s lens release
button and remove the tube as you
would a normal lens.
Note: When the extension tubes are
not attached to a lens, be sure to store
them in a plastic bag or other dust-free
environment to protect the electronic
contacts inside the tubes.

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TIPS FOR USING THE VELLO EXTENSION TUBES
• As with all macro photography, images will have a very shallow depth of field.
To increase the depth of field, select a smaller aperture.
• Due to increased exposure times, a tripod and cable release or remote is always
recommended for macro photography.
• Closer focusing can be achieved through using the larger extension tubes or
by stacking the tubes.
• Due to the increased distance between the lens and the sensor, the camera’s
TTL system may not always be accurate. Use a manual exposure mode if this
happens.

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• At extremely close distances, focus may be dicult to achieve, whether using
auto or manual-focus. If this is the case use a macro focusing rail or set the lens
manually to the desired focal point. Then, move the lens forward or backward
to achieve the sharpest focus.
• When using extension tubes, an on-camera flash may result in unsightly
shadows, so it is not recommended. For best results, use an o-camera flash,
dedicated macro light, or another light source.

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PRECAUTIONS
• Using an extension tube provides an extremely close focus for your lens, but
you will not be able to focus to infinity while the extension tube is attached
to your lens.
• The amount of transmitted light is reduced when using an extension tube.
The light is reduced more when multiple extension tubes are used together.
This reduction in transmitted light can aect the camera’s ability to auto focus.
Manual focusing is recommended if the lens begins to “hunt” for a focus point
(when it’s not able to quickly lock onto the subject).
• Please read this instruction manual before using this product.
• Images are for illustration purposes only.

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This VELLO product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship
under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after
replacement, whichever occurs later. The warranty provider’s responsibility with respect to this limited warranty
shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider’s discretion, of any product that fails during
normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of the product
or part(s) shall be determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been discontinued, the warranty
provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.
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installation or maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER
ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty
provides you with specific legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Vello Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise
authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to Vello along with the RMA number and proof
of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser’s own risk and expense.
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