18Introduction—First StepsAttaching LensesNikon recommends using a type G or type D CPU lens to take full advantageof the features the camera offers.1 Turn the camera offTurn the camera off before attaching or re-mov ing lenses.2 Attach a lensKeeping the mounting mark on the lensaligned with the mounting mark on the cam-era body, position the lens in the camera’sbayonet mount. Being careful not to pressthe lens-release button, rotate the lens coun-ter-clockwise until it clicks into place.3 Lock aperture at the minimum settingThis step is not necessary if you are using atype G lens not equipped with an aperturering. If you are using a lens of another type,lock aperture at the minimum setting (highestf/-number).If this step is omitted when attaching a CPUlens, the aper ture dis plays in the control paneland viewfi nder will show a blinking whenthe camera is turned on. Photo graphs can notbe taken until the camera is turned off andaper ture locked at the highest f/-number.Type D lensType G lensCPU lenses have CPUcontacts
