Panasonic Interchangeable Lens For Difital Camera H Rs100400 Owners Manual

							Owner’s Manual
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS FOR DIGITAL CAMERA
Model No.
H-RS100400
PP
until 
2016/2/04
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.If you have any questions, visit: 
USA : http://shop.panasonic.com/support
Canada : www.panasonic.ca/english/support
SQT1199-1F0116YD1066
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 (U.S. customers only)
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							2SQT1199 (ENG)ContentsInformation for Your Safety................................ 2Precautions...................................................... 4
Supplied Accessories ........................................ 5
Names and Functions of Components .............. 6
Attaching/Detaching the Lens............................ 7
Using the Lens Hoods ....................................... 7
Using the Tripod Mount ..................................... 9
Cautions for Use.............................................. 1 0
Troubleshooting ............................................. 10
Specifications ................................................. .11
Limited Warranty ............................................. 12THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
Information for Your SafetyKeep 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.
The lens can be used with a digital camera compatible with 
the lens mount standard for the “Micro Four Thirds
TM 
System”.
• It cannot be mounted on the Four Thirds
TM mount 
specification camera.
• The digital camera illustrations in this owner’s manual  show DMC-GH4 as an example.
• The appearance and specifications of products described  in this manual may differ fr om the actual products you 
have purchased due to later enhancements.
• Micro Four Thirds
TM 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.
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• 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.
• G MICRO SYSTEM is an interchangeable lens type digital  camera system of LUMIX based on a Micro Four Thirds 
System standard.
• LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR  GmbH. ELMAR is a registered trademark of Leica Camera 
AG. The LEICA DG lenses are manufactured using 
measurement instruments and quality assurance systems 
that have been certified by Leica Camera AG based on the 
company’s quality standards.
• Other names of systems and products mentioned in these  instructions are usually the registered trademarks or 
trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the 
system or product concerned.
THE 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 agai nst 
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipm ent 
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 a par ticular 
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference  to 
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turni ng 
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 a circuit different fr om 
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV 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 i s 
subject to the following two cond itions: (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
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490
Support Contact: 
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
ENGLISH
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							4SQT1199 (ENG)∫Lens Care• This lens has a dust-proof and splash-proof construction. When using it, please be careful of the following. 
If the lens is not working properly, consult the dealer or 
your nearest Service Center.
– Please attach the lens to a dust-proof and splash-proof  digital camera.
– When detaching the lens from the digital camera, take  care to ensure that sand, dust, splashes of water etc., do 
not get into the lens or the terminals.
– When using the built-in slide lens hood, ensure that  particles such as sand and dust do not stick to the 
lens barrel, where the built-in slide lens hood slides.
– This lens is not waterproof and cannot be used to record  underwater. For splash-proofing, the lens is constructed 
to resist the entry of water. If splashes of water etc. do 
adhere to the lens, wipe after use with a soft dry cloth.
• To improve the dust-proofing  and splash-proofing of this 
lens, a lens mount rubber is us ed in the mounting portion. 
After changing the lens a number of times, you may find 
that the lens mount rubber has marked the mount portion 
of the digital camera body, which does not affect its 
performance. 
For information on changing the lens mount rubber, 
contact your nearest Service Center.
• 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.
• To prevent dust and other particles from accumulating on  or entering the lens, attach the lens rear cap when the lens 
is not in use.
• To protect the lens contact points 1 , do not place the lens 
with its mount surface facing down. In addition, do not 
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∫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
• 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.
Supplied AccessoriesProduct numbers correct as of January 2016. These may 
be subject to change.1 Lens Pouch
2 Lens Hood
3 Lens Cap
4 Lens Rear Cap
5 External tripod mount• The lens rear cap and lens cap are attached to the 
interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.SFC0360
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							6SQT1199 (ENG)Names and Functions of Components1Lens surface
2 Built-in slide lens hood 
(P7)
3Focus ringRotate to focus when taking pictures with manual focus (MF).4Zoom lock ringWhen carrying the lens, rotate this ring to lock the zoom ring 
to prevent the lens from extending under its own weight. • Do not rotate the zoom ring when the zoom lock ring is set 
to [LOCK].
5 Zoom ringRotate the zoom ring when you wish to take large (tele) or 
wide (wide angle) pictures.6Tripod mount 
(P9)
7Orientation locking knob 
(P9)
8O.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.9 [AF/MF] switchThis allows you to switch between Auto Focus (AF) and 
Manual Focus (MF).
• When either the [AF/MF] switch of the lens or the setting of 
the camera is set to [MF], Manual Focus (MF) is enabled.10 Focusing distance range selector switch
[FULL]: It can focus between the ranges of 1.3 m  (4.27 feet) to  ¶. 
[5m- ¶]: It can focus between the ranges of 5.0 m 
(16.4 feet) to  ¶. The speed of focusing with 
auto focus will be faster.
11 Lens fitting mark
12 Lens mount rubber
13 Contact points
1
2
3
4
5
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[LOCK]: Locks the zoom ring.
[UNLOCK] : Unlocks the zoom ring.
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Note
• If you zoom after focusing, focusing errors may occur.  After zooming, please perform the focusing again.
• In very quiet situations Auto Focus operating sounds may  be recorded during motion picture recording. This is not a 
malfunction. In such situations, switching to Manual Focus 
will improve the situation.
• If you set the O.I.S. to [ON] when recording a motion  picture, operating sounds may be recorded. If they 
become bothersome, we recommend setting the O.I.S. 
switch to [OFF] and mounting the camera on a tripod.
Attaching/Detaching the LensFor information on how to attach and remove the lens, 
refer to the owner’s manual for your digital camera.
• Before attaching or detaching the lens, check that the digital camera is turned off.
• Before attaching the lens to the digital camera, remove the  lens rear cap. ( 1
, 2
) • To prevent dust and other particles from accumulating on 
or entering the lens, be sure to attach the lens cap/lens 
rear cap after detaching the lens from the digital camera.
∫Attaching Filters• Vignetting may occur if using 2 or more filters at the same time.
• It is possible to attach the lens cap or the supplied lens  hood with the filter already attached.
• You cannot attach a conversion lens or adaptor to this  lens. A filter may be used, but attaching any other element 
may cause damage to the lens.Using the Lens HoodsThe lens comes with a built-in slide lens hood and supplied 
lens hood. With the latter, you can block extra light even 
more effectively.
• The built-in slide lens hood and supplied lens hood can be used together at the same time.
• To use the built-in slide lens  hood, slide it in the direction of 
the arrow. 
We recommend locking the 
zoom ring with the zoom lock 
ring before performing 
operations.
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							8SQT1199 (ENG)∫Attaching the Lens Hood (Supplied Accessory)1Rotate the lens hood screw in the direction of 
the arrow to loosen it (1
).2 Insert the lens hood until it stops ( 2).3 Rotate the lens hood screw in the 
direction of the arrow to fasten the lens 
hood securely ( 3).
Note
• When using the lens  with the supplied lens hood , check if 
the lens hood screw has become loose.
• If you use a lens hood and t he flash at the same time, the 
lens hood will block the light from the flash, causing the lowe r 
portion of the screen to dark en (vignetting) and making it 
impossible to adjust the amount of light. We recommend not 
using the lens hoods and  flash at the same time.• When carrying, the supplied lens 
hood  can be temporarily attached 
in the reverse direction.
• Do not carry the lens  by holding only the 
built-in slide lens 
hood or the supplied 
lens hood.
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Using the Tripod MountAttach a tripod to the tripod 
mount of the lens and not to 
that of the digital camera.
If the lens or digital camera 
prevents the tripod from being 
attached, attach the supplied external tripod mount to the 
lens. 
• When a battery grip (DMW-BGGH3) is in use, for example, it will come in contact with the head of your tripod, 
preventing the tripod from being attached. In this case, 
attach the supplied external tripod mount to the lens.
• An interface unit (DMW-YAGH/AG-YAGH) will also 
prevent a tripod from being attached even if you use the 
external tripod mount. In this case, attach your tripod to 
the appropriate tripod hole on the interface unit.∫Attaching the external tripod mount (supplied)1Insert the external tripod mount attachment 
screw ( 1
) into the tripod mount of the lens.2Rotate the external tripod mount attachment 
screw in the direction of the arrows to fasten it 
firmly.
• Check that the external tripod mount attachment screw is 
not loose before use.∫Changing the vertical/horizontal orientationYou can loosen the orientation locking knob ( 1
) to rotate 
the lens together with the digital camera ( 2
).
This way, you can quickly switch between the vertical and 
horizontal orientation while the tripod is in use.
• After changing the orientation, tighten the orientation  locking knob firmly and check that it is not loose.
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							10SQT1199 (ENG)Cautions for UseTake 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 carrying the digital camera with the lens attached, 
hold both the digital camera and the lens.
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 point the lens at the sun or other strong light 
sources.
• This could cause the lens to collect an excessive amount  of light, resulting in fire and malfunction.
• 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 owner’s manual 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 t he lens or cause the paint to 
peel.
• Wipe off any dust or fingerprints with a soft, dry cloth.
• Use a dry, dust cloth to remove dirt and dust on the lens 
mount rubber, zoom ring, zoom lock ring, focus ring, or 
built-in slide lens hood.
• Do not use a household detergent or a chemically treated  cloth.
When I turn on or off the camera or when I shake the 
lens, I hear a sound, for example a rattling sound.
• This is the sound of lens or aperture movement and is not  a malfunction.
Troubleshooting
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