Nikon 70 200 Instruction Manual - Page 20

Using a tripod When using a tripod, attach it to the lens' tripod collar instead of the camera. CAUTION When using a tripod, be sure to fully tighten the tripod collar lock screw, otherwise the lens may fall off the tripod accidentally and cause bodily injury. En Attaching the tripod • Insert the tripod collar mounting foot 1 into the tripod collar, then fully tighten the tripod collar lock screw 2. (Fig. H) • Loosen the tripod collar ring fastening screw 1. Depending on the camera' s position (vertical or horizontal) 2, turn the lens to an appropriate position index on the tripod collar ring by aligning the tripod collar ring rotating index on the lens, then tighten the screw 3. (Fig. J) Detaching the tripod • Fully loosen the tripod collar lock screw 1. While holding down the tripod collar lock release lever 2, slide the tripod collar mounting foot 3 to detach. (Fig. I) Using bayonet hood HB-29 Attaching the hood Align the lens hood attachment index ( ) on the lens hood with the hood mounting index on the lens, and turn the hood counterclockwise (as viewed from the camera side) until it click stops. (Fig. A) ɾMake sure that the lens hood mounting index aligns with the lens hood setting index ( ). ɾIf the lens hood is not correctly attached, vignetting can occur. ɾTo facilitate attachment or removal of the hood, hold it by its base rather than its outer edge. ɾTo store the lens hood, attach it in the reverse position. Detaching the hood While holding down the lens hood lock release button, turn the hood clockwise (as viewed from the camera side) to detach. (Fig. B) Lens care ˔ Clean the lens surfaces with a blower brush. To remove dirt and smudges, use a soft, clean cotton cloth or lens tissue moistened with ethanol (alcohol) or lens cleaner. Wipe in a circular motion from center to outer edge, taking care not to leave traces or touch other parts of the lens. ˔ Never use thinner or benzene to clean the lens as this might damage it, result in a fire, or cause health problems. ˔ To protect the front lens element, an NC filter is recommended at all times. A lens hood also helps protect the front of the lens. ˔ When storing the lens in its lens case, attach both front and rear caps. 20