ATN night raven User Manual

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user`s guide

ATN Night Raven

NIGHT VISION BINOCULAR

NIGHT RAVEN USER’S GUIDE (REV. 3, OCTOBER 2010)

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ATN C orp. a ssumes n o res ponsi b i lity or liabili t y for any erro r s or i n a c curacie s that m ay a p p ear i n this b o o k .

Th i s produ c T conTa i n s naTur a l rubb e r l aT e x which m ay cau se all e rgic reac Tions.

CAUTION:

Built-in infra-red

illuminator

Operation switch

knob

Mounting

thread

85 mm lenses for

maximum clarity

1.5V AA or 3V Lithium battery

Diopter adjustment

rings

Rotating rubber

eye-caps

Protective covers/

daylight filters

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

INFRA-RED ILLUMINATOR IR450 KIT

Ite m # ACMU IR45B7

CAMERA-ADAPTER

Ite m #A C M UCA0 5

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SPECIFICATIONS

Magnification ............................................ 3X

Lens System ............................................. 85 mm, F1:1.7

Field of view .............................................. 12°

Diopter adjustment .................................... ± 5

Range of Focus ......................................... 50 m to infinity

Power Supply ............................................ 1.5V AA or 3V CR123A Lithium battery

Battery Life ................................................ 60 hours (30 hours w/IR illuminator)

Operating Temperature ............................. -40°C to + 50°C

Storage Temperature ................................ -50°C to +70°C

Weather resistant ...................................... Yes

Dimensions ............................................... 210 mm x 75 mm x 135 mm (8. 2” x 2.9” x 5.3” )

Weight ....................................................... 1.3 kg (2.8 lb)

* ATN reserves the right to change the above specifications at any time without notice

APPLICATION

The Night Raven is rugged and lightweight night vision binocular. It utilizes multicoated optics specially coated to gather light to provide bright and clear images. Couple these optics with state of the art quality image intensifier tubes and the Night Raven is an excellent binocular. The Night Raven is an amazing combination of ver s atilit y, performance, and price.

The Night Raven night vision binocular is a complex optic-electronic system for individual use. The d evice c onsis ts of the o bjec t ive lens es asse mbly, eye p iece s and the b ody. T he bod y contains an image intensifier tubes assembly with an integrated high voltage power source and the battery housing.

Objective lens protective covers is intended to protect the objective lenses from dust and scratches. It also acts as a daylight filter, allowing you to test the scope in daylight or other bright light situations. The pinhole in the center of the protective cover allows the user to check the operation ability of the device in daylight conditions.

NOTE: Do not test the scope in daylight conditions even with the daylight filter/lens caps on for more than ten (10 ) mi nutes.

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Install standard AA batteriy in battery housing as follows:

1. Unscrew the battery cap(A).

2. Insert AA battery(B), observing the polarity as indicated.

3. Replace the battery cap and screw cap hand tight.

• High Quality light intensifier tubes

• Super fast lens systems provides the user

with a c lear and sharp image

• Built-in Infra-Red illuminators let s yo u see

even in total darkness

• Ru g ged and vers atile desi g n

• Simple, easy to operate control

• Camera/camcorder-adaptable

• Flexible carrying case

• Use s one A A or o ne Lit h iu m bat ter y

• Weather resistant

• Two year warranty

FEATURES

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Install CR123A batter y in b attery housing as follows:

1. Unscrew the battery cap(A).

2. Screw the CR123 battery adapter(C) in to the cap.

3. Insert the battery(D), observing the polarity as indicated.

4. Replace the battery cap and screw cap hand tight.

OPERATION

• Take the binocular out of t he c ase.

• Rotate operation knob from “OFF” position to “ON” posi-

tion to turn the unit on. The protective lens covers shall be attached to the lens. Do not turn the unit on in daytime without the protective lens caps on. You should see green g low in the eyepieces.

• Observe the scene and adjust the diopter for optimal image clarity.

• You may now enter a dark environment or simply shut the lights off in order to darken the room.

• Next, remove the lens cap/daylight filters. Adjust the diopters. Remember that focusing

range starts from 50 m.

• To t urn th e unit of f, rotate the op eration kn o b from “ O N” to “OFF” position.

FOCUSING

To focus the Night Raven you will need to make the diopter adjustment. Simply turn the diopter adj ust me n t ri ng s cl oc kw is e unt il i t sto ps. The n, w hil e lo ok i ng t he o bje ct thr oug h th e oc ul ars o n an object, slowly turn the diopter adjustment rings back counter clockwise until the grain on the image becomes sharp.

NOTE: We suggest that you focus the diopter during daylight with the filter on.

BUILT-IN INFRA-RED ILLUMINATORS

Infra-red illuminator, or IR illuminator, are common to night vision. The IR light greatly enhances the performance of the Night Raven while remaining almost invisible to a naked eye.

To turn the built-in IR on, draw and rotate the operation

knob to “IR” position.

It is important to remember that the IR illuminator is simply an infra-red light source, and like any light source, it may loose its ef fectiveness over a great distance.

450 mW INFRA-RED ILLUMINATOR (OPTIONAL)

The 450 mW IR Illuminator is powered by a separate battery. To install the battery unscrew the cap and insert the battery with the polarity order shown on the body of the IR450. To install the 450mW IR Illuminator onto the binocular screw the adapter into the thread on the binocular body. Install IR450 onto the adapter’s rail and fix the clamp.

The IR illuminator control buttons are located on its side. To switch the Digital IR illuminator

on/off press “+” and “-” buttons simultaneously. When the IR illuminator is switched on you can

Operation

knob

Built-in Infra-red Illuminator

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see the green LED lit. By pushing the buttons “+” and “-” you may adjust the IR brightnes s.

The IR beam is focusable to change the field of coverage. To change the beam width slightly turn the IR lens.

You could change the IR control panel fitting your needs. The screw-tool from the kit should be used for weakening the clamp located on the IR. Rotate the IR placing it in the most convenient position. Tighten the clamp w ith the screw-tool to fix the new position.

CAMERA ADAPTER ( OPTIONAL)

To use your Night Raven with a 35mm camera or camcorder you will need the following:

1) If you plan to use a camcorder then your camcorder must have a MACRO feature. Most

modern camcorders today have a MACRO feature built-in.

2) If you plan to use a 35mm camera, you will need a MACRO lens. If you don’t have one, we

advise that you contact your local camera store.

3) You may or may not need a STEP-UP or STEP-DOWN ring in order to adapt the camera

ad a pt er t o yo u r l en s . N OTE : Th e c am era ad ap t er c om es wit h 37m m a n d 5 2 mm thr ea ds . If y ou need other sizes your local camera store should be able to help.

• Remove one of the rubber eyecups from the N i ght Raven

• Screw the camera adapter onto the front of the lens on your Video camera’s lens or your

35mm camera’s lens.

• Loosen the three set screws o n the camera adapter.

• Place the camera adapter over the Night Raven’s eyepiece.

• Tighten the three set screws to fit snugly to the Night Raven’s eyepiece

• You may need to focus the 35mm camera or video camera in combina-

tion with the N ight R aven in order to g et the sharpest pos s ible imag e.

• We suggest that you find an open space to work in. Focus the Night

Raven so that the scene is at its sharpest. For best results you should disable the auto focus (if any) on either the 35mm camera or the video camera and manually focus the 35mm camera or the video camera. Once the image is sharp, then simply adjust the Night Raven’s front lens to c h a n ge fo c us.

* An important part to remember is that you are not taking a picture of an object that is far away from you, but you are actually taking a picture of a phosphorous screen of the Night Raven that is o n ly 2-3 inches away.

STORAGE AND CARE

• If the device will not be in use for extended period of time (more than 10 days) remove the

battery.

• Avoid touching of lenses. If fingerprints or traces of dirt or dust appear, clean their surface

with a Photographic lens cleaning tissue.

• Keep lens caps/daylight filters on when not in use.

• T he Ni g ht Raven is not harmful to the user or the environm e nt .

• Do not disassemble except to clean the front lens and eyepiece: it will void your wa rranty.

Battery

Housing

Clamp

IR Elevation

IR Windage

IR Focusing

IR Brightness Adjustment

Adapter

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• Evaluate the scope functionality by looking through it in a lit environment with the daylight fil t e r l ens caps on. Never u se i n d aylight without the daylight filter lens caps on.

• Never point t he Night Raven at a bright light source.

• Adverse atmospheric conditions such as fog, smog, or haze and a lack of ambient light

(moon or starlight) may diminish the ef fec tive viewing distanc e.

• If you use the rubber eyecaps for a long period of time, you may suffer skin inflammation. If

you develop any symptoms, consult a doctor immediately.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Q: Flashes, f l i cker s, or cli c king occur while operating S: 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 for more than 10 minutes, contact for service instructions.

Q: Dark spots on screen. S: These are either cosmetic blemishes in the intensifier tube or dust particles.

Q: Screen becomes darker than at previous use. S: Replace batteries. If problem persists, contact your dealer or other authorized service

representative for service instructions.

Q: Imag e n ot clear. S: Adjust objective lenses, and/or the eyepieces.

TUBE MAINTANANCE/REPLACEMENT

Tub e m ai nte na nc e/ rep la ce me nt i s t o be pe rf or me d by qu ali fi ed te chn ic ia ns o nl y. Th es e procedures attempted by non-qualified personnel will void warranty.

1. Unscrew the eyepiece (F) from the case of device (A).

2. U n s crew the lo c k r ing ( E) from t h e c ase of device.

3. E xtract the ring (D) from the case of device.

3. E xtract the light guide (C) from the case of device.

4. Extract the tube (B) to be replaced from the case of device (A).

5. Introduce the new tube (B) into the case of device (A).

6. S et the light guide (C ) onto the place in the case.

6. S et the ring ( D ) onto the place in the case.

7. Screw the lock ring (E) into the case of devic e.

8. Screw the eyepiece (F) into the case of device (A).

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2 YEAR PRODUCT WARRANTY

This product is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of 2 (two) years from the date of purchase. In the event a defect that is covered by the foregoing warranty occurs during the applicable period stated above, ATN, at its option, will either repair or replace the product, and such action on the part of ATN shall be the full extent of ATN’s liability, and the Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy. This warranty does not cover a product (a) used in other than its normal and customary manner; (b) subjected to misuse; (c) subjected to alterations, modifications or repairs by the Customer of by any party other than ATN without prior written

consent of ATN ; (d) special order or “close-out” merchandise or merchandise sold “as-is” by either

ATN or the ATN dealer; or (e) merchandise that has been discontinued by the manufacturer and either parts or replacement units are not available due to reasons beyond the control of ATN. ATN shall not be responsible for any defects or damage that in ATN’s opinion is a result from the mishandling, abuse, misuse, improper storage or improper operation, including use in conjunction with equipment which is electrically or mechanically incompatible with or of inferior quality to the product, as well as failure to maintain the environmental conditions specified by the manufacturer. CUSTOMER IS HEREBY

NOTIFIED THAT OPERATION OF THE EQUIPMENT DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS OR UNDER ANY E XCES SIV E LIG HT CO NDI TI O NS M AY PER M AN E NT LY D A MAGE T HE I N TE R NAL C OMP O NENTS OF THE UNIT AND SAID DAMAGE WILL NOT BE COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY.

This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. Any breach of this warranty shall be waived unless the customer notifies ATN at the address noted below within the applicable warranty period.

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 and

expressly disclaimed.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

ATN will not be liable for any claims, actions, suits, proceedings, costs, expenses, damages or liabilitie s ari s in g o ut o f t he u s e of t h is p r od uct . Op erat i on a nd us e of th e pro d uc t are t he s o le r e sp o ns i bi l it y of the Customer. ATN’s sole undertaking is limited to providing the products and services outlined herein in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. The provision of products sold and services performed by ATN to the Customer shall not be interpreted, construed, or regarded, either expr e ssl y o r im p lie d , as b e ing f o r the b e nef i t of or c reat i ng any o b li g ati o n towar d any th i rd pa r ty of le g al ent it y o ut si de AT N an d t he C us to me r; ATN ’s ob li ga ti on s u nd er t hi s A gr e em en t e x te nd so le ly t o t he C us tomer. AT N ’s liability here u n d er f o r d a mages, rega r d l e ss of t h e f o r m o r ac t i o n , s h all n o t excee d

the fees or other charges paid to ATN by the customer or customer’s dealer. ATN shall not, in any event, be liable for special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including, but no t l im it ed t o, l os t i n co me , l os t r e ve n ue , o r l o st pr of i t, wh et he r s uc h d a ma ge s w er e f o re see ab le or not at the time of purchase, and whether or not such damages arise out of a breach of war-

ranty, a breach of agr e e ment, negligence, stric t lia b ility or any o t h e r t h e o r y o f liability.

PRODUCT WARRANTY REGISTRATION

In order to validate the warranty on your product, ATN must receive a completed Product Warranty Registration Card for each unit or complete warranty registration on our website at www.atncorp.com. Please complete the included form and immediately mail it to our Service Center: ATN Corporation, 1341 San M a teo Avenue, South S a n Francisco, CA 94080.

Obtaining warranty service To obtain warranty service on your unit, End-user must notify ATN service department by calling

800-910-2862 or 650-989-5100 or via e-mail service@atncorp.com to receive a Return Merchan- dise Authorization number (RMA).

When returning please take or send the product, postage paid, with a copy of your sales receipt to our service center, ATN Corporation at the address noted above. All merchandise must be fully insured with the correct postage; ATN will not be responsible for improper postage or, missing or damaged merchandise during shipment.

When sending product back, please clearly mark the RMA# on the outside of the shipping box. Please include a letter that indicates your RMA #, Name, Return Address, reason for service return, Contact information such as valid telephone numbers and /or e-mail address and proof of purchases that will help us to establish the valid start date of the warrant y. Product merchandise returns that do not have an R M A listed may be refused o r a significant delay in processing may oc c ur.

Estimated Warranty service time is 10-20 business days. End-user/customer is responsible for postage to ATN for warranty service. ATN will cover return postage/shipping to continental USA end-users/ customers after warranty repair only if product is covered by aforementioned warranty. ATN will return product after warranty service by domestic UPS ground and /or domestic mail. Any other requested, required or international shipping method the postage/shipping fee will be the responsibility of the end-user/customer.

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