Sp af 300mm f/2.8 ld (if) lens for minolta and nikon cameras (6 pages)
Summary of Contents for Tamron B01
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F/3.5 Di LD [IF] Macro 1:1 (Model B01) Thank you for purchasing this Tamron lens as the latest addition to your photographic equipment. Before using your new lens, please read the contents of this Owner's Manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself with your lens and the proper techniques for creating the highest qual- ity images possible.
NOMENCLATURE 1. Lens hood 2. Hood attaching alignment mark 3. Hood attaching bayonet ring 4. Filter Effect Control (FEC) Ring (B01) 5. Focusing ring 6. Focus macro magnification scale display 7. Distance (macro magnification) scale 8. Distance (macro magnification) index 9.
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ATTACHING L L ENS T T O C C AMERA How t t o m m ount t t he l l ens Remove the rear cap of the lens, align the lens attachment mark on the lens barrel with its counterpart on the lens mount of the camera and insert the lens mount into camera's mount opening.
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The focus confir- mation indicator will light when subject comes into focus. * Because B01 uses an internal focus mechanism, the lens does not extend (grow longer out of the front of the camera) even during macro photography. This prevents large loss of balance during focusing.
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TRIPOD S S OCKET ( ( Ref. F F igs. 8 8 & & 9 9 ) B01 has a socket for tripods. Secure the camera to the tripod with the tripod socket when you use a tripod.
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FILTER E E FFECT C C ONTROL B01 features a new mechanism that allows you to rotate the filter with the hood on. Rotation of the ring (4. Filter Effect Control Ring), which is near where the filter attaches, triggers rotation of the filter allowing you to adjust the effect of the PL filter.
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Also refer to the section of your camera's instruction manual pertaining to the use of the built-in flash. When using a B01 with a tele-converter, use the manual focus. When a tele-convert- er is used with the macro lens, the autofocus may not operate correctly, depending on the focusing distance.
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TO E E NSURE L L ONG-T T ERM S S ATISFACTION Avoid touching the glass element surface. Use a photographic lens cloth or blower brush to remove dust from the lens element surface. When not using the lens, always place a lens cap on it for protection.