Panasonic Interchangeable Lens For Digital Camera H-ps45175 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS FOR DIGITAL CAMERA
Model No.
H-PS45175
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
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2VQT3R89ContentsInformation for Your Safety ..................................... 2Precautions ........................................................... 4
Supplied Accessories ............................................. 5
Attaching/Detaching the Lens ................................. 5
Names and Functions of Components ................... 7
Cautions for Use ..................................................... 9 Troubleshooting .................................................. 10...

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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 these operating 
instructions show DMC-G3 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.
≥
Micro Four Thirds
TM and Micro Four Thirds...

4VQT3R89∫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...

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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 August 2011. These 
may be subject to change.1
Lens Storage...

6VQT3R89∫Detaching the Lens≥Check that the camera is turned off.While pressing on the 
lens release button  D, 
rotate the lens toward 
the arrow until it stops 
and then remove.• 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
Pinch the lens cap as 
shown in the figure to 
attach or detach.• Be careful not to lose the lens cap.
∫ Attaching the...

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• When taking pictures with the flash with the lens hood attached, the lower portion of the 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.∫ Attaching Filters≥Vignetting may occur if using 2 or more 
MC protectors (optional: DMW-LMC46), 
PL filters (optional: DMW-LPL46) or ND filters...

8VQT3R893Zoom ring
Rotate the zoom ring to the [T] 
(Tele side) or [W] (Wide side).
[T]: To make subjects appear 
closer use (Tele)
[W]: To make subjects appear  further away use (Wide)
• The zoom speed varies depending on the 
speed to rotate the ring.
4 Zoom lever
Move the zoom lever to the [T] 
(Tele side) or [W] (Wide side).
[T]: To make subjects appear 
closer use (Tele)
[W]: To make subjects appear 
further away use (Wide)
• The zoom speed varies depending on the  range over which the z oom lever...

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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 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...

10VQT3R89Do 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.
≥ Use a dry, dust cloth to remove dirt and dust on 
the zoom ring and focus ring.
≥ Do not use a household detergent or a chemically 
treated cloth. A sound is heard when the camera is turned on 
or off.
≥
This is the sound of lens or aperture movement...