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USER MANUAL AF-I NIKKOR ED 300MM F/2.8D IF NIKON

AF-I Nikkor ED 300mm f/2.8 D IF

Nikon

使用說明書

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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MODE D'EMPLOI

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon AF-I Nikkor ED 300mm f/2.8 D IF. When used with a Nikon F4-Series camera, this lens provides the following advanced capabilities:

• Rapid autofocus operation thanks to Nikon's new built-in coreless focus-driving mechanism that dramatically reduces focusing time.
• Very quiet autofocus operation with the built-in coreless focus-driving mechanism.
• Instant switching from autofocus to manual focus by presetting the focus mode ring to M/A position.

BESONDERE MERKMALE (MIT NIKON-KAMERAS DER SERIE F4)

Other 39mm screw-in filters, Teleconverter TC-301 and Autofocus Converter TC-16A are optional accessories.

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① Gelatine filter holder plate
② Gelatine filter holder
③ Lens hood screw
④ Distance scale
⑤ Distance index
⑥ Focus mode index
⑦ Focus mode ring
⑧ Tripod collar alignment scale
⑨ Tripod collar alignment index
Glass filter holder
Minimum aperture lock lever
Lens hood HK-19
Focus lock buttons (four buttons provided)
14 Focusing ring
Depth-of-field indicators
16 Focus mode button

⑰ Tripod collar lock screw
Built-in rotating tripod collar
⑲ Strap eyelets
2 Filter holder mounting index
② Focusing limit switch
② Filter holder knob
23 Aperture index
24 Aperture scale
25 Aperture-direct-readout scale
26 Meter coupling ridge
⑦ Aperture ring
28 Minimum aperture signal post (EE servo coupling post)
CPU contacts
3 Aperture indexing post

Before using your new lens, read the following carefully so you get the most out of your lens now and for years to come.

IMPORTANT!

• Be careful not to soil or damage the CPU contacts.
• Do not attach the following accessories to the lens, as they might damage the lens' CPU contacts: Auto Extension Ring PK-1, Auto Extension Ring PK-11/PK-11A, K1 Ring, Auto Ring BR-2/BR-2A/BR-4.
• This lens cannot be used with the AF Finder DX-1 attached to the Nikon F3AF camera.
• Be sure to set the camera's main switch to off before attaching this lens.

MOUNTING THE LENS

To mount, position the lens on the camera's bayonet mount, lining up the aperture index on the lens with the lens mounting index on the camera. 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 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. With other cameras, only manual focusing is available. See chart below to determine appropriate focus mode.

Camera's focus mode Cameras		Lens' focus mode
		M	M/A	A
F4-Series	C	Manual focus (Focus assist is available)	Autofocus with manual priority	Autofocus
	S
	M		Manual focus (Focus assist is available)	—
Nikon AF (autofocus) cameras (except for F3AF)	C	Manual focus (Focus assist is available)	—	—
	S
	M
Other Nikon cameras		Manual focus	—	—

For use with a Nikon F4-series Camera

To select autofocus mode, push the focus mode button and rotate focus mode ring until it clicks into position at A. When ring locks, lens is set for autofocus operation. Be sure camera's focusing mode is set at C or S. In autofocus mode, you can use either "Focus Lock" or "Preset focusing" (with focusing limit switch). For details, see the following page.

To select autofocus mode with manual priority, push the focus mode button and rotate focus mode ring until it clicks into position at M/A. When the ring locks, lens is set for autofocus with manual-priority operation. To focus manually, while lightly pressing the shutter release button rotate the focusing ring until the viewfinder image appears sharp and crisp. Removing your finger from the shutter release button cancels manual focus mode to resume autofocus. Be sure the camera's focusing mode is set at C or S to activate autofocus operation.

To select manual mode, push the focus mode button and rotate the 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. The electronic rangefinder (▶ in the viewfinder) can be used as a focusing assist.

For manual focus with lens' focusing mode set at M/A, first set the camera's focusing mode to M. Next, push the lens' focus mode button and rotate focus mode ring until it clicks into position at M/A. To focus manually, while lightly pressing the shutter release button rotate the focusing ring until the viewfinder image appears sharp and crisp. Removing your finger from the shutter release button cancels manual focus mode to resume autofocus mode. It does not, however, activate autofocus operation, because the camera's focusing mode is set at M. The electronic rangefinder (▶●↓ in the viewfinder) can be used as a focusing assist.

For a Nikon Autofocus Camera (except the F3AF)

Only manual focusing operation is available.

Push the focus mode button and rotate the focus mode ring until it clicks into position at M. When the ring locks, lens is set for manual focus. Rotate the focusing ring until the viewfinder image appears sharp and crisp. The electronic rangefinder (▶●) in the viewfinder) can be used as a focusing assist. To focus manually with the focus mode ring set at M/A, the M/A mode must be set for manual before lens is attached to the camera.

For a Nikon Non-Autofocus Camera

Only manual focusing operation is available.

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.

FOCUS LOCK (WITH AN F4-SERIES 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 (F4-SERIES CAMERA)

With autofocus operation, you can reduce focusing time by setting the focusing limit switch according to the predetermined distance range for the subject(s). There are three focusing limit zones provided:

Close distance - infinity () Set switch to front setting (FULL)

Close distance -7m Set switch to middle setting (7 - 2.5m)

6m - infinity (∞) Set switch to rear setting (∞ - 6m)

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.

Screen Camera

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= Excellent focusing
= Acceptable focusing

Slight vignetting or moir phenomenon affects screen image, but film image shows no traces of this.

(=) Indicates degrees of exposure compensation needed for F4- and F2- series cameras. For F4-series cameras, compensate using the Exposure Compensation Dial for the focusing screens. (See the F4/F4s instruction manual, page 78.)

Blank box means not applicable. 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 F3-series cameras, exposure compensation is not necessary.

• Screens T and U are not available for use with F2-series cameras.

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.

MINIMUM APERTURE LOCK

Illust. A

For programmed auto or shutter-priority auto shooting, use the minimum aperture lock lever to lock the lens aperture at f/22.

1. Set the lens to its minimum aperture (f/22).
2. Slide lock lever in the direction of the aperture ring and so the white dot on the lever aligns with the orange dot. (See illust.)

To release the lock, slide the lever in reverse direction.

DEPTH OF FIELD

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 34.

USING FILTERS

Always use a filter with the lens. The slip-in glass filter holder comes mounted with a Nikon L37C filter. A slip-in gelatine filter holder is also supplied with the lens.

Replacing glass filters Illust. B, C, D

1. Press down on the glass filter holder knob, and turn counterclockwise until the white line on the knob is at a right angle to the axis of the lens.
2. Pull the holder out.
3. Unscrew the mounted filter and replace with the filter you want to use.
4. Put the holder back, push down on the knob, and turn clockwise to lock.

Using gelatine filter Illust. E

1. Cut the gelatine filter into a circle of approx. 40mm (1.6 in.) in diameter.
2. Open the gelatine filter holder plate by pushing on the latch and lifting up.
3. Insert the gelatine filter into the holder and close the plate. Make sure the filter is unscratched and free of dust and take care that it stays flat.
4. Remove the glass filter holder from the lens and insert the gelatine filter holder.

USING THE LENS HOOD HK-19

When shooting in bright sunlight, use the lens hood to prevent stray light from entering your lens.

1. Loosen lock screw on the HK-19.
2. Slip the HK-19 onto the front of the lens.
3. Tighten lock screw.

Accessories

Slip-on leatherette front lens cap

Rear lens cap LF-1

39mm screw-in filter L37C

Holder for gelatine filters

Strap

Lens hood HK-19

Heavy duty case CT-304

Other 39mm screw-in filters

Teleconverter TC-14A*

Teleconverter TC-14B

Teleconverter TC-201*

Teleconverter TC-301

Autofocus Converter TC-16A*

• Slight vignetting may occur.

SPECIFICATIONS

Focal length: 300mm

Maximum aperture: f/2.8

Lens construction: 11 elements in 9 groups (plus dustproof glass plate built into front)

Picture angle: 8^10'

Distance scale: Graduated in meters and feet from 2.5m (10 ft.) to infinity ()

Aperture scale: f/2.8-f/22 on both standard and aperture-direct-readout scales

Minimum aperture lock: Provided

Diaphragm: Fully automatic

Exposure measurement: Via full-aperture method with AI cameras or cameras with CPU interface system; via stop-down method for other cameras

Focusing: Nikon Internal Focusing (IF) system

Tripod mounting: Built-in tripod mounting collar rotatable through 360^

Lens hood: Provided

Filters: Slip-in glass filter holder accepts 39mm screw-in filters; gelatine filter holder accepts gelatine filters

Mount:Nikon bayonet mount

Dimensions: Approx. 124mm (4.9 in.) dia. x 241mm (9.5 in.) extension from flange; approx. 250mm (9.8 in.) long (overall)

Weight: Approx. 2,950g (104 oz.)

LENS CARE

• Although you should always keep the lens surfaces clean, rough cleaning must be avoided. Wipe with a soft, clean cotton cloth moistened with alcohol to remove grease or fingerprints from the lens surfaces. If you use ether in cleaning the lens, a smudge sometimes appears on the surface of a multi-coated lens. If this happens, wipe it again with a cotton cloth moistened with alcohol.
  Take care in cleaning the rear part of the lens with a spraygun-type blower because its strong stream of air may damage the lens diaphragm blades. To avoid damage, set the lens at full aperture and use the blower far enough away.
  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 do not intend to use the lens for a long time, protect it from rust and mold by storing it in a cool, dry place. Also, do not store in direct sunlight, and keep it away from naphthalene or camphor.
• Be careful not to get the lens wet or drop it in water. Water on the lens may cause malfunction.

NOMENKLATUR

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= Enfoque excellente
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USO DEL PARALUCE HK-19

Fig. F

Close-up attachment	Lens in normal position
	Reproduction ratio	Subject field	Focused distance
PK-series ring(s)*	1/21.0 — 1/3.4	19.8 x 29.8 — 3.2 x 4.8	266 — 61.3
PN-series ring	1/5.6 — 1/3.0	5.3 x 7.9 — 2.8 x 4.2	89.2 — 57.5

• The first values are for the PK-12 ring used alone and the other ones for the PK-12~ PK-13 rings used together.

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摄影距离EingestellteDistanzDistance de mise au pointDistancia en focadaDistanza di messa a luco	被写界深度Schärfentile bei BlendeProfondeur de champProfundificad de Campo							摄影倍率Abbildungs mahrstabRaport de reproductionRelacion de reproduciónRaportod riporto di copertura
	1/2.8	1/4	1/5.6	1/8	1/11	1/16	1/22
2.5	2.5-2.5	2.49-2.51	2.49-2.51	2.49-2.51	2.48-2.52	2.47-2.53	2.46-2.54	1/7
3	2.99-3.01	2.99-3.01	2.98-3.02	2.98-3.02	2.97-3.03	2.96-3.04	2.94-3.06	1/8.7
3.5	3.49-3.51	3.48-3.52	3.48-3.52	3.47-3.53	3.46-3.54	3.44-3.56	3.42-3.59	1/10.4
4	3.99-4.01	3.98-4.02	3.97-4.03	3.96-4.04	3.94-4.06	3.92-4.08	3.89-4.12	1/12.1
5	4.98-5.02	4.97-5.03	4.95-5.05	4.93-5.07	4.91-5.09	4.87-5.14	4.82-5.19	1/15.5
6	5.97-6.03	5.95-6.05	5.93-6.07	5.9-6.1	5.87-6.14	5.81-6.2	5.74-6.28	1/18.9
7	6.95-7.05	6.93-7.07	6.91-7.1	6.87-7.14	6.82-7.19	6.74-7.28	6.65-7.4	1/22.3
8	7.94-8.06	7.91-8.09	7.88-8.13	7.82-8.18	7.76-8.26	7.66-8.38	7.54-8.53	1/25.8
10	9.9-10.1	9.86-10.1	9.8-10.2	9.72-10.3	9.62-10.4	9.46-10.6	9.27-10.9	1/32.6
12	11.9-12.1	11.8-12.2	11.7-12.3	11.6-12.4	11.5-12.6	11.2-12.9	11-13.3	1/39.4
15	14.8-15.2	14.7-15.3	14.6-15.5	14.4-15.7	14.1-16	13.8-16.5	13.4-17.1	1/49.6
20	19.6-20.4	19.4-20.6	19.2-20.9	18.9-21.3	18.5-21.8	17.9-22.7	17.2-23.9	1/66.6
50	47.5-52.8	46.5-54.1	45.2-56	43.4-59	41.4-63.3	38.4-72	35.3-86.2	1/168.6
∞	927-∞	649-∞	464-∞	325-∞	236-∞	163-∞	118-∞	1/∞

• By using Internal Focusing (IF), the closest focusing distance of this lens is shorter than previous models at the same focal length, which utilized traditional heliocoid focusing.

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