User manual NIKON AF-S NIKKOR 500MM F-4G ED VR

[. . . ] In backlit shooting, keep the sun well out of the frame. The sunlight could focus into the lens body and cause a fire. When the sun gets close to the frame, it can also cause a fire. When the lens will not be used for a long time, attach both front and rear lens caps and store the lens away from direct sunlight. [. . . ] This function is only compatible with autofocus. 3 During autofocus, the focus can be locked while you are pressing the Focus Focus is locked while either of these buttons is pressed. The AF-Lock function can be engaged on either the camera and lens. The following operation is with the sound monitor activated. 1) 2 Focus on a subject that you want to memorize the focused 6) and a beep sounds, indicating that the focused distance was stored in Fig. The focused distance is kept stored in the memory even when the camera is turned off or the lens is detached from the camera. Note: If the distance scale ring turns from right to left about 10 times when setting, and at the same time one short beep and three long beeps sound, perform Memory set again. While softly pressing the shutter release button, press the focus operation button to recall the memorized focus distance. 5 Two beeps sound to indicate the focused distance was recalled. Then depress the shutter release button all the way to take the picture. Note: To take pictures at the memorized focused distance, fully depress the shutter release button before removing your finger from the focus operation button. In the A/M or M/A mode, the lens reverts from Memory recall to autofocus or manual focus only when you remove your finger from the Focus operation button and lightly depress the shutter release button. Image vibration in the viewfinder can be reduced by softly pressing the shutter release button, making auto/manual focusing and exact framing of the subject easier. Wait until the image in the viewfinder stops vibrating before fully depressing the shutter release button after you have lightly pressed the shutter release button. Due to the characteristics of the vibration reduction mechanism, the image in the viewfinder may become blurred after releasing the shutter. Set the vibration reduction mode switch to "TRIPOD" to reduce camera shake and image shake in the viewfinder while using a tripod. Very slight camera shake may fail to activate the vibration reduction system. Conversely, the VR system may cause camera shake in the lens. In this case, vibration reduction should be turned off. When using a tripod with an untightened head or a monopod, select NORMAL mode. When taking panning shots, be sure to set the vibration reduction mode switch (Fig. If you move the camera in a wide arc when panning, vibration in the direction of that movement is not affected. [. . . ] Never use thinner or benzene to clean the lens as this might damage it, result in a fire, or cause health problems. When the lens is not in use, attach the lens cap to protect the front lens element. When storing the lens in its lens case, attach both front and rear caps. When the lens will not be used for a long time, store it in a cool, dry place to prevent mold. [. . . ]