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FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the Schneider D-XENOGON lens. You to enjoy taking pictures using autofocus or manual focus by mounting on the SAMSUNG GX-series digital SLR camera. Schneider D-XENOGON lens can be used only with SAMSUNG GX-series SLR cameras. It is not compatible with film SLR cameras. Please read this operating manual carefully before using the lens to ensure that it is used properly. In addition, also refer to your camera ’ s operating manual. ※ In this operating manual, "Sch
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FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR LENS Although we have carefully designed these lenses for safe operation, please pay special attention to items marked with the following symbols when using this product. This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed, WARNING could result in serious injury to the user. This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed, CAUTION could result in minor or medium injury to the user or damage to the equipment. WARNING • Never look at the sun through the lens or camer
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PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE 1. Storage and mildew prevention • Take the lens out of the protective case or camera bag, and store it in a dry, well-ventilated place. • Avoid storing the lens in a poorly ventilated location such as a closet, wardrobe, drawer, vehicle, or where insect repellent or medicine is kept. • Avoid storing the lens in areas of high temperature and humidity, where there is a risk of mildew growth. Store the lens with a desiccant in a dry cabinet, airtight container, or
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CONTENTS ● FOREWORD ● FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR LENS ...........................................................................................1 ● PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE..........................................................................2 ● Schneider D-XENOGON LENS................................................................................................4 ■ About the lens mount.......................................................................................................
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Schneider D-XENOGON LENS Front-ring threads Focusing ring Distance scale A Aperture ring* Depth-of-field scale Aperture-A-lock button NOTE : Aperture settings are controlled automatically as if set to the auto "A" position, so accessories without an auto "A" setting cannot be used with these lenses. 《4 》 7 2 22 1 3 0.7 1 6 1 8 11 5.6 4 2
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About the lens mount The D-XENOGON lenses are primarily designed to work with the SAMSUNG autofocus DSLR (KAF or KAF2-mount camera), making autofocus shooting possible. When Zoom lenses with power zoom function are used on the SAMSUNG KAF2-mount camera, the camera features a Power Zoom system. Mounts of Lenses without the power zoom function are KAF. KAF mount KAF2 mount Power zoom AF coupler Lens-information contacts contacts 《5 》
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Lens Mount Compatibility D-XENOGON lens mount compatibility chart is shown below. CAUTION: KAF2-mount Be careful not to damage or dirty the which is equipped with lens-information contacts and AF cou- ◦ Power contacts pler on the mount surfaces of the ◦ AF coupler ◦ camera and lens. Otherwise, failure or Lens information contacts malfunctionmay occur. KAF-mount which is equipped with ◦AF coupler ◦Lens information contacts KA-mount which is equipped with ◦ Lens information contacts K-mount (base
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MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 1 2 1. To mount the lens on the camera body Attach the lens while aligning the red dots on the lens and body, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place. Memo: • Do not hold down the lens unlock button while mounting the lens, otherwise the lens will not be properly mounted. • After mounting the lens, gently turn the lens counterclockwise to make sure it is locked in place. 2. To remove the lens Hold down the lens unlock button on the camera body and tur
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LENS CAP Take off the lens cap by pressing the two tabs inward as shown above. 2. Memo: • When not using the lens, be sure to attach the lens cap. 《8 》
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FOCUSING 1 Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera ’ s focus mode switch to change between the autofocus mode (SAF, CAF) and manualfocus mode. For details, refer to your camera ’ s manual. 1. Using Autofocus Set the camera ’ s focus mode to autofocus (SAF, CAF). Press the shutter button halfway to autofocus. 《9 》
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Focusing with the OK Button With the GX-1S/1L camera set as explained below, auto focusing by pressing the shutter button halfway will be disabled and the OK button can be used instead to auto focus. On the [C Custom menu], select [Enable AF] for [OK btn when shooting]. Focusing with the AF Button With the GX-10 camera set as explained below, auto focusing by pressing the shutter button halfway will be disabled and the AF button can be used instead to auto focus. On the [CUSTOM1 MENU] menu, sel
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2 2. Using Manual Focus Set to MF with the camera’s focus mode, and turn the focusing ring to focus manually. 《11 》
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2 ft m 4 6 5. 8 0. 5 11 2 16 0.7 FOCUSING 7 3 2 1 A 22 In auto focus mode In manual focus mode You can adjust focus on the subjects You can adjust focus on the subjects by automatically by pressing the shutter but- turning the focusing ring manually. ton halfway. During autofocusing, the focus ring will rotate. To prevent malfunction, do not touch the focus ring. 《12 》
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ft m ft m 4 5.6 2 8 4 11 6 1 16 APERTURE CONTROL 7 3 7 3 2 2 1 1 11 8 5.6 A 22 Setting the aperture to "A"(Auto) Turn the aperture ring to align the aperture-A index with the line while depressing the Aperture-A-lock button. The aperture ring can be released from "A" in the same manner to set your desired f-stop manually. 《13 》 22 A
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ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD In order to avoid the deterioration in image quality from internal reflection, use of the lens hood is recommended. The lens hood image can be diifferent depending on the lens hood type. Lens hood attaching index When attaching the lens hood, align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens, and push both parts straight toward each other. Attach the lens hood on the lens by turning the hood in the clockwise direction to lock it as viewed from the f
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FILTERS Make sure the filter size matches the lens and then attach the filter onto the lens. 2. Precaution on filters • Since the filter becomes a part of the optics when attached on the lens, handle it in the same way you handle the lens with care to dust, dirt and scratches. Normally, attaching two or more filters on a lens is not recommended. However, attaching a circular polarizing filter and another filter would not be a problem. • Use a circular polarizing filter with Autofocus camera fo
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PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH Built-in Flash When the flash is used for too close distance, the incorrect exposure control and vignetting in the picture may occur. It is recommended to take a test shot before using the built-in flash. •The built-in flash may be blocked by the lens hood. Always make sure to remove the lens hood before using the built-in flash. 《16 》
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MAIN SPECIFICATIONS Elements in groups 5 groups, 6 elements Angle of View 63˚ Aperture F2 PENTAX KAF mount Mount Type Minimum Focus 0.3m Distance Max. Diameter x Approx. 0.17 Length SCH-A49 Lens Hood 49mm Filter Size Maximum 64x44.5mm Magnification Weight 195g * Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. * All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. 《17 》
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For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE 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. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and fou
