User manual NIKON AF-I NIKKOR ED 600MM F/4D IF

[. . . ] Twist the camera body clockwise until it clicks into place. To remove, press the lens' release button on the camera and turn the camera body counterclockwise. For details, refer to the camera's instruction manual. FOCUSING When used with a Nikon F4-Series, F90X/N90s, F90-Series/N90 or F70-Series/N70 camera, this lens not only lets you choose between autofocus or manual focusing, but also enables quick switching between autofocus and manual (autofocus with manual priority) by presetting the focus mode ring to the M/A position. [. . . ] Push the focus mode button and rotate focus mode ring until it clicks into position at M. When the ring locks, lens is set for manual focus. rotate focusing ring until the viewfinder image appears sharp and crisp. 13 FOCUS LOCK (WITH AN F4-SERIES, F90X/N90s, F90-SERIES/N90 OR F70-SERIES/N70 CAMERA) When shooting a subject that is off-center or moving in Continuous Servo Autofocus mode, press this button to lock focus. To cancel focus lock and reactivate autofocus, remove your finger from the focus lock button. Although AF-Lock function can be set on both camera and lens, priority is given to whichever is set first. FOCUSING LIMIT SWITCH (WITH AN F4-SERIES, F90X/N90s, F90SERIES/N90 OR F70-SERIES/N70 CAMERA) With autofocus operation, you can reduce focusing time by setting the focusing limit switch according to the pre-determined distance range for the subject(s). There are three focusing limit zones provided: Close distance — infinity H Set switch to front setting (FULL) Close distance — 12m Set switch to middle setting (12 — 6m) 12m — infinity (°°) Set switch to rear setting (°° — 12m) RECOMMENDED FOCUSING SCREEN Various interchangeable focusing screens are available for Nikon cameras to suit any type of lens or picture-taking situation. Those which are recommended for use with your lens are listed. For F4-series cameras, compensate using the Exposure Compensation Dial for the focusing screen. Since type M screen can be used for both macrophotography at a 1:1 magnification ratio and for photomicrography, it has different applications than other screens. For the K2, B2 and E2 focusing screens, refer to the columns on the K, B and E screens, respectively. For details, also refer to the specific camera's instruction manual. A For programmed auto or shutter-priority auto shooting, use the minimum aperture lock lever to lock the lens aperture at f/22. Set the lens to its minimum aperture (f/22). Slide lock lever in the direction of the aperture ring and so the white dot on the lever aligns with the orange dot. ) To release the lock, slide the lever in reverse direction. 14 Depth of field can be checked with the white indicator engraved on the lens barrel. If your camera has a depth-of-field preview function, it is possible to check the depth of field in the viewfinder. (For details , see camera instruction manual. ) Depth of field can also be checked by referring to the table on page 39. USING FILTERS " Always use a filter with the lens. [. . . ] €¢ Always protect the lens surface from dirt or damage. The lens hood also helps to protect the lens. €¢ Keep the lens cap in place whenever the lens is not in use. €¢ If you will not use the lens for a long time, protect it from rust and mold by storing it in a cool, dry place. [. . . ]