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Attaching the grip remote control, Attaching an a-mount lens, Removing a lens – Sony Ultra Wide Converter For SEL16F28 and SEL20F28 User Manual

Page 21: Iris adjustments for lenses with auto iris switch, Focus adjustments for lenses with focus switch, Attaching to a tripod

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2. Preparation: Attaching Devices

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Align the lens mount mark (white) with
the camcorder, carefully insert the lens,
and slowly turn the lens lock ring
counterclockwise to secure the lens.

Mount marks (white)

[Notes]

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If the lens lock ring stopper does not return to the
lock position when the lens is attached, move the
stopper to the lock position manually.

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When attaching a lens, align the mount mark (white)
on the lens lock ring with the mount mark (white) on
the camcorder.

Attaching an A-mount lens

To use an A-mount lens, attach a lens mount
adaptor (option) and then attach the A-mount
lens.

[Note]

When using an A-mount lens, the iris is set manually
and focus is set to MF.

Removing a lens

Remove a lens using the following procedure.

1

Release the lens lock ring stopper, and
turn the lens lock ring clockwise while
firmly supporting the lens.

2

Pull the lens out in the forward direction.

[Notes]

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When removing a lens, align the mount mark on the
lens lock ring with the mount mark on the camcorder.

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Grasp the lens securely in your hand to prevent the
lens from falling.

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If another lens will not be attached immediately,
always attach the body cap.

Iris adjustments for lenses with Auto Iris
switch

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When the lens Auto Iris is set to AUTO, the
iris is adjusted automatically and can also be
adjusted manually from the camcorder.

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When the lens Auto Iris is set to MANUAL,
the iris can only be adjusted using the lens
ring. Iris operation from the camcorder has
no effect.

Focus adjustments for lenses with focus
switch

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When the lens focus switch is set to AF/MF
or AF, the focus is adjusted automatically
and can also be adjusted manually from a
remote control unit.

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When the lens focus switch is set to MF, the
focus is adjusted using the lens ring and can
also be adjusted manually from a remote
control unit.

[Note]

When using an A-mount lens, manual adjustment
from a remote control unit may not be available.

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When the lens focus switch is set to Full
MF, the focus can only be adjusted using
the lens ring. Focus operation from the
camcorder has no effect.

Attaching to a tripod

Use the tripod screw holes on the camcorder
when attaching to a tripod. Using the tripod
mount on the lens may cause damage.

Attaching the Grip Remote Control

[Note]

Attach/remove the grip remote control while the
camcorder is turned off.

1

Attach the arm to the grip attachment,
and tighten the screw.

2

Connect the grip remote control cable to
the USB/multi connector on the
camcorder, and secure the cable in the
cable clamper.

Clamper

[Notes]

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When attaching the grip remote control cable, secure
the cable in the cable clamper to prevent damaging it.

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Check that the arm is securely attached to the
camcorder. The camcorder may fall while shooting if
the screw is loose.

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Do not support the weight of the camcorder by
holding just the grip remote control.

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After connecting the grip remote control cable, always
lock the cable in the clamper. Pulling on the cable
with force during use may damage the connector.

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If the grip cable gets in the way, secure it using the
cable clamper in the center of the arm.