ZEISS Supreme Prime Lens Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
: Zeiss

Table of Contents

Supreme Prime Lens
Technical Data
Safety Tips
Handling
Documents / Resources

ZEISS Supreme Prime
Instruction Manual

Supreme Prime Lens

Disclaimer:
To ensure proper and safe use, we recommend that you read these safety and operating instructions first before using the product and then store them in a safe place. Non-observance of these instructions could lead to injury or damage.
Carl Zeiss AG reserves the right to change these specifications without any prior notice. A continuously updated version of the instruction manuals can be found at www.zeiss.com/cine/manuals
All rights reserved. This manual, or parts thereof, may not be reproduced without prior written permission from Carl Zeiss AG, not stored in retrieval systems, or transmitted in any form, whether electronically, mechanically, by photocopy, recording or other media. Copyright 2018, Carl Zeiss AG

Technical Data

Versions
The ZEISS Supreme Prime lenses are available with PL mount and can be converted into the follwing mounts:

LPL (with electronic interface)

Further technical information on the lenses can be found on: www.zeiss.com/cine/supremeprime
Lens components

ZEISS Supreme Prime Lens - Supreme Prime

Front lens element
Focus ring
Focus index mark
External socket (Female 4-Pin mechanical connector)
Aperture index mark
Aperture ring
Lens mount
Rear lens element

Safety Tips

Safety & Handling
Never point the lens directly towards the sun because there is a significant risk of harming your eye-sight. Always attach the lens cap when the lens is not in use. Otherwise, there is danger of fire!
Storage & Transportation
Use the product only in temperatures ranging between -20 °C and 55 °C. Store this product only in temperatures ranging between -40 °C and +70 °C. The product is not completely water resistant, dust resistant or waterproof. Protect the camera and lens appropriately when in the rain and in damp or dusty environments. Should the product be exposed to moisture, remove it from the camera. Allow the device to dry completely before you use it again. Do not attempt to dry the product with the aid of an external heat source, e.g. in a microwave oven or with a hairdryer.
Modification, Service and Repair
You are allowed to do the following modifications: Changing the mount, changing the external socket, adjusting the flange focal distance, switching the scale ring and updating the firmware. Please follow the instructions on our website: www.zeiss.com/cine/manuals
Do not undertake any other unauthorized modifications or repairs on the product yourself. By disassembling it, damage may be caused which is not covered by the warranty. lf it needs repair, please contact your authorized dealer and distributor. For this purpose, see www.zeiss.com/cine/service
European Directive of Regulation
When the product left the factory it was in a completely safe working condition. It meets the electromagnetic compatibility requirements set out in Directive 2014/30/EU and bears the CE test mark.
Disposal
** Do not dispose of the product as household waste but please follow the applicable statutory regulations of the relevant country. Consult local authorities about the options for disposal and recycling if necessary.
Warranty
The product is subject to the statutory warranty of 12 months.
Damage to or problems caused by the unauthorized opening of the product are not covered by the warranty. Before submitting a warranty claim, make sure that the possibility of an operator error has been ruled out. Please refer to the support information in this regard at www.zeiss.com/cine**

Handling

Intended Use
ZEISS Supreme Prime lenses are designed for the use on cameras with interchangeable lenses. The usage in any other scenario is not recommended.
Removing the Rear Cap
Remove the rear cap from the lens by turning it counter-clockwise.
Attaching the Rear Cap
Attach the rear cap to the lens by turning it clockwise.
Mounting and Removing the Lens
Please refer to the mounting instructions in the user guide of your camera.
Lens Care Tips
To ensure that your lens is always in perfect condition, the presence of any form of dirt or humidity on the glass surface should be avoided. Dust on the lens can be removed carefully with a soft brush, stains and fingerprints with a soft, dry and clean microfiber cloth. To remove stubborn dirt, we additionally recommend the use of the ZEISS cleaning fluid. Please follow the instructions of the ZEISS Lens Cleaning Kits.
Customer Support
Your nearest ZEISS dealer can be found on the homepage www.zeiss.com/cine

Carl Zeiss AG
Consumer Products
Carl-Zeiss-Strasse 22
73446 Oberkochen
Germany
www.zeiss.com/cine
EN_10_070_0008I
EN DIV 06/2018
Subject to change