User manual SONY SAL-135F18Z

[. . . ] The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. The 1. 4X Teleconverter (SAL14TC)/2X Teleconverter (SAL20TC) functions to increase the focal length of the attached lens by 1. 4X (SAL14TC)/2. 0X (SAL20TC) when mounted between the camera and lens. This teleconverter is designed for Sony cameras. Lens for Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera Notes on use · Do not leave the teleconverter in direct sunlight. If sunlight is focused onto a nearby object, it may cause a fire. [. . . ] If sunlight is focused onto a nearby object, it may cause a fire. If circumstances necessitate leaving the teleconverter in direct sunlight, be sure to attach the lens cap. · Be careful not to subject the teleconverter to mechanical shock while attaching it. · Always place the lens caps on the teleconverter when storing. · Do not keep the teleconverter in a very humid place for a long period of time to prevent mold. · Hold both the camera and lens, when you carry the camera with the lens attached. · Do not touch the lens contacts. If dirt, etc. , gets on the lens contacts, it may interfere or prevent the sending and receiving of signals between the lens and the camera, resulting in operational malfunction. Operating Instructions 1. 4X Teleconverter 2X Teleconverter SAL14TC/20TC ©2006 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan Condensation If your lens is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, condensation may appear on the lens. To avoid this, place the teleconverter in a plastic bag or something similar. When the air temperature inside the bag reaches the surrounding temperature, take the teleconverter out. For the customers in the U. S. A. THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. 170 g (6 oz. ) 1 2 To remove the teleconverter Lens groups/elements Minimum focus*2 Maximum magnification Depth of field Dimensions (maximum diameter × height) Mass 1 3 4 5 * Do not touch the lens contacts on the front and rear mounts. Hold down the lens release button on the camera body and turn the teleconverter and lens counterclockwise until they stop. Carefully lift the teleconverter out of the camera mount. 2X Teleconverter (SAL20TC) Effective focal length f-stop* 1 2. 0X that of the attached lens 2 f-stop higher from that of the attached lens 6 elements in 5 groups Same as that of the attached lens 2. 0X that of the attached lens Approx. 64×43. 5 mm (2 1/2×1 11/16 in. ) Approx. 200 g (7 1/16 oz. ) Attaching and removing To attach the teleconverter Lens groups/elements Minimum focus*2 Maximum magnification Depth of field 1 2 Remove the camera body cap, rear lens cap, and teleconverter's front and rear lens caps. To remove the teleconverter's caps, turn the front and rear lens caps counterclockwise. 2 Hold down the lens release on the teleconverter and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. Carefully lift the lens out of the teleconverter mount. Dimensions (maximum diameter × height) Mass Align the mounting index on the lens barrel with the orange lens mounting index on the teleconverter. Insert the lens into the teleconverter mount and turn it clockwise until it locks into place. *1 When 135mm F2. 8 [T4. 5] STF (SAL135F28) is attached, a 1 or 2 stop increase of the T-number (T No. ). *2 Minimum focus is the shortest distance from the image sensor to the subject. Included items: Teleconverter (1), Front lens cap (1), Rear lens cap (1), Lens case (1), Set of printed documentation Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Notes on shooting While the teleconverter increases the focal length of the attached lens, it reduces the effective aperture of the attached lens. * The camera's TTL metering compensates for the effective aperture automatically. The teleconverter does not affect the lens' distance scale; it can be read in the normal way. The lens' depth of field is shallower when using the teleconverter. * * See the following specifications for further information. [. . . ] is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Notes on shooting While the teleconverter increases the focal length of the attached lens, it reduces the effective aperture of the attached lens. * The camera's TTL metering compensates for the effective aperture automatically. The teleconverter does not affect the lens' distance scale; it can be read in the normal way. The lens' depth of field is shallower when using the teleconverter. * * See the following specifications for further information. · Because of the increase in focal length and decrease in effective aperture, use a tripod to reduce camera shake. [. . . ]