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AMERICAN
TECHNOLOGIES
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The information in this manual furnished for information use only, is subject to change without notice, is not to be
ATN Corp. assumes no responsibility or liabilit y for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this book.
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APPLICATION
The night vision biocular is a complex opticoelectronic system for individual use. The device
When installing the batteries one should keep in mind that the polarity of the batteries must
The objective lens protective cover is designed to protect the objective lens from dust and
the operation ability of the device under the daylight conditions.
total control in the hi-tech industry of night vision. The Smart
When the ocular is brought to the users eyes, the monocu-
the monocular will turn off ( you must engage the proximity
worry about turning his or her monocular on or off. Smart
the controls and buttons are digital. Even if your batteries
To use the smart sensor of the Night Shadow and save the
will now turn off when you move away from the scope. It will turn back on when you move back
to the scope.
You may notice the persistent green glow for up to five (5) minutes after you have turned
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The distance between your eyes could be adjusted by manipulat-
To focus the Night Shadow you will need to adjust the diopters first.
through the diopters at a subject, slowly turn the diopters back counter-
When you are in low-light conditions and the daylight filter is off you may
focus the front lens to receive a sharp image, the diopters should not be adjusted.
The front lens should be readjusted as you view objects at different distances.
The infra-red illuminators, or IR illuminators, are common to night vision. The IR light greatly
the naked eye. The IR illuminator on the Night Shadow is
To turn the IR on push the IR button and you will see the
the distance while decreasing the angle and vice versa.
The IR will automatically turn off when the unit’s main power is turned off.
The low battery indicator is another feature that is programmed into your “Smart” bioculars. If
the batteries start losing voltage the ON/OFF LED starts to pulse and it is time to replace your
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• Remove the rubber eyecup from the Night Shadow
• Screw the camera adapter onto the front of the lens on your Video camera lens or your
• Loosen the three set screws on the camera adapter.
• Place the camera adapter over the Night Shadow eyepiece.
• Tighten the three set screws to fit snugly to the Night Shadow eyepiece
• You may need to focus the 35-mm camera or video camera in combination with the Night
• We suggest that you find an open space to work in. Focus the init so that the scene is at its
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• Make sure that the unit is turned off.
• Unscrew 90mm lens off the body of the Night Shadow
• Screw the doubler onto the back of the lens.
• Tighten the screw on the Doubler (screw-driver is provided).
• Screw in the lens with the Doubler back into the main body.
(OPTIONAL)
When attaching the doubler do not be afraid to use a little force.
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• Take the biocular out of the case.
• Install the batteries into the housing with the polarity order as shown on the biocular. Battery
Type: 3-Volt Lithium, #CR123A.
• Press the button marked -/O to turn the unit on with the protective lens covers still attached
to the lenses. Do not turn the unit on in the daytime without the protective lens caps on. You
• Observe the scene and adjust the diopters for the optimal image clarity.
• You may now enter the dark environment or simply shut the lights off in order to darken the
• Next, remove the lens caps/daylight filters and observe the scene. You should readjust the
• The unit will turn on and off automatically when you bring it to or take away from your eyes.
This is done by activating the proximity sensor. To activate the proximity sensor push the
• In order to assure the proper functioning of the proximity sensor make sure that the protective
• Adjust the digital features as needed.
• Take your time to learn about your “smart “ biocular. It will take practice to properly use the
• Have fun and enjoy.
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• If the device is not to be used for an extended period of time (more than 10 days) remove the
• Avoid touching lenses. If fingerprints or traces of dirt or dust appear clean the surface with
the photographic lens cleaning tissue.
• Keep the lens cap/daylight filter on when not in use.
• The Night Shadow is not harmful to the user or the environment.
• Do not disassemble except to clean the front lens or eyepiece: it will void your warranty.
• Evaluate the biocular function by looking through it in a lit environment with the daylight filter
• Never point the Night Shadow at a bright light source.
• Adverse atmospheric conditions such as fog, smog or haze and lack of ambient light (moon
You may need to clean the eyepiece of the Night Shadow from time to time in order to guaran-
tee top performance. When you receive your Night Shadow you should check for dust on the
Use only photographic lens cleaning tissue on these surfaces. Be careful not to
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Flashes, flickers, or clicking occur while operating
If it occurs within the first five minutes of inserting new batteries it is normal and the device
will resume normal operation soon thereafter. If it occurs after 10 minutes contact to your
Dark spots on screen.
These are either cosmetic blemishes in the intensifier tube or dust particles. The dust par-
ticles can be cleaned following instructions in the “Cleaning Eyepiece” section.
Screen becomes darker than at previous use.
Replace batteries. If the problem persists contact your dealer or other authorized service
Image not clear.
Adjust objective lens and/or the eyepiece. Turn on IR.
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two 3-volt lithium
Weight
• Great for hunting, camping, boating or surveillance
• Total darkness technology
• Automatic brightness control
• Built in IR illuminator
• Manual focus
• Adjustable eyepiece
• Rugged and versatile design
• High res. 1st+ Gen., 2nd + Gen., 3rd Gen. or 4 Gen. intensifier tube
• Light weight and comfortable
• Water and dust resistant
• Smart Technology, see description.
• Superb 3X or 5X lens system
• Soft case
• Two-year warranty (optionally extended warranty).
• Camera Adaptability
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This product is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship
full extent of ATN’s liability, and the Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy. This warranty does not
without prior written consent of ATN; (d) special order or “close-out” merchandise or merchandise
the manufacturer.
This warranty is extended only to the original pur-
The customer understands and agrees that except for the foregoing warranty, no other warranties
written or oral, statutory, expressed or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, shall apply to the product. All such implied warranties are hereby
ATN will not be liable for any claims, actions, suits, proceedings, costs, expenses, damages or
form or action, shall not exceed the fees or other charges paid to ATN by the customer or
To obtain warranty service on your unit, take or send the product, postage paid, with a copy of your
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