ATN NVB5X User Manual

user`s guide

ATN NVB5X

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0m to Infinity focus

One 3 vo lt

battery

5 Diopter

Single switch

operation button

Th i s pr o ducT conTa i ns naT ur a l ru b ber l aT e x whic h may cau se al lerg i c reacTio n s.

CAUTION:

Bracket

Built-in IR illuminator

Infra-red illuminators IR450

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SPECIFICATIONS

Magnification ............................................... 5x

Intensifier tube ............................................ Gen. 2 or Gen.3

Field of view ................................................ 9°

Rang e of Focus ........................................... 3 m to 

Power Supply .............................................. 3 volt,Lithium

Battery Life ( CR123A t ype) ......................... 60 hours (20 hours w/IR illuminator)- Gen.2+;

50 hours (17 hours w/IR illuminator)- Gen.3

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

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

Dimensions ................................................. 288x 108x 102mm (11.6” x4.3” x 4”)

Weight ......................................................... 1.29kg (2.8 lb)

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

FEATURES

• High Quality 2nd or 3rd gen. light intensifier tube

• Super fast lens system provides the user with a clear and sharp image

• Dual eye viewing system for long viewing sessions

• Built-in Infra Red illuminator lets you see even in total darkness

• Rugged and ver s atile design

• Weather and fog resistant

• Easy to use digital controls

• Two-Year Warrant y

APPLICATION

The NV B 5 i s a p owe r f ul n ig ht v is i on bi -o cu lar. Th ey a r e we ath er a nd f og r esi st ant and ca n
withstand the rigours of almost any environment. The NVB will give you the range and
clarity that other bi-oculars simply can not touch.

The NVB5X have a built in IR for total darkness with indicator “ON” light within the FOV.

The NVB5X is available with a wide range of image intensifier options to meet a wide array
of specification requirements.

The NVB5X is a complex opticoelectronic system for individual use. The device con­sists of the objective lens assembly, eyepiece and the body. The body contains a image
intensifier tube assembly with an integrated high voltage power source and the battery
housing.

Objective lens protective cover (not shown) is intended to protect the objective lens from
dust and scratches. It also will act 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 cap on
for more than ten (10) minutes.

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OPERATION

• Take the NVB5X out of the c ase.

• Install the battery into the housing with the

polarity order as shown on the scope. Battery
Type: 3 Volt, Lithium, CR123A .

• Press the button (short press - less than 1.5

sec.) to turn the unit on by the protective lens
cover still attached to the lens. Do not turn

the unit on in the daytime without the pro­tective lens cap on. You should see green

glow in the eyepiece.

• Obser ve 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 filter. Adjust the front lens for the distance of the
focus. You should not have to readjust the diopter.

• To turn the unit off, push the button again by short press (less than 1.5 sec.).

FOCUSING

To foc us t he NV B5X , fir st yo u wil l nee d to a dju st t h e di opt e r. S imp ly t u rn t he d iop ter c loc k­wise until it stops. Then, while looking throught the diopter at an object, slowly turn the
diopter back counter clockwise until the grain in the image i s sharp.

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

Next focus the front lens until the image and the grain are both sharp. When you are in
low-light conditions and the daylight filter is off, you may focus the front lens to receive
shar p image, the diopter should not be adjusted.

NOTE: The front lens should be readjusted as you view objects at different distances.

INFRA-RED ILLUMINATOR

Infra-red illuminators, or IR illuminators, are common to night vision. The IR light greatly

enhances the performance of the NVB5X
while remaining almost totally invisible to the
naked eye.

The NVB 5X g oggl es have a built i n IR with in ­dicator “ON” light within the FOV. To turn the
IR on, push the button by long press (more
than 1.5 sec.). 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 effectiveness over a great
distance.

To turn the IR off, push the button again by long press (more than 1.5 sec.).

NOTE: The IR will automatically turn off when the unit’s power is turned off.

Diopter adjustment

Lens focus adjustment

Built-in IR illuminator

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450 mW INFRA-RED ILLUMINATOR

The 450 mW IR Illuminator is powered
by a separate from the main unit bat­tery. To install the battery unscrew
the cap and insert a battery the way
shown at the diagram on the IR.

To install the 450mW IR Illuminator
onto the bi-ocular loosen the clamp
of IR Illuminator, insert his rail into
the bracket of bi-ocular and screw 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 see the green LED lit. By pushing the buttons “+” and “-” you may adjust the
IR brightness.

The IR beam is focusable to change the field of coverage. To change the beam width
slig htly 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 with the screw-tool to fix the new position.

STORAGE AND CARE

• If the device is not to be used for extended period of time (more than 10 days) remove

the battery.

• Avoid touc h ing lenses. If fingerprints or trace s of dir t or dust appear, c l ean their surface

with a Photographic lens cleaning tissue.

• Keep lens cap/daylight filter on when not in use.

• The NVB5X is not harmful to the user or the environment.

• Do not disassemble except to clean the front lens and eyepiece: it will void your war-

ranty.

• Evaluate the scope function by looking through it in a lit environment with the daylight
filter lens cap on. N ever use in d aylight wit h out the daylight filter l e ns cap on.

• Never point the NVB5X at a bright light sourc e.

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

(moon or starlight) may diminish the effective viewing distance.

• If y o u u se t he r ub b er e yec ap s for a lo ng p eri od o f ti me, y ou m ay su ff e r s k in inf lam mat io n.

If you develop any symptoms, consult a doctor immediately.

Battery

Housing

Clamp

IR Elevation

IR Windage

IR Focusing

IR Brightness Adjustment

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Q: Flashes, flickers, or clicking o c cur 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,
contac t for service instruc t ions.

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

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: Image not clear.
S: Adjust o bjective lens, and /or the eyepiece.

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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 XCE S S IV E L I GH T C ON D IT I ON S M AY PERMAN E NT LY DAM AG E T H E IN T E RN A L C O MP O ­NENTS OF THE UNIT AND SAID DAMAGE WILL NOT BE COVERED UNDER THIS WARR ANT Y.

This warrant y 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

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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 Sa n Mate o Avenue, South S an 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 [email protected] 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 warranty. Product merchandise returns that do not have
an RMA lis ted may be r efused or a si g nificant delay in pr o c essing m ay occu r.

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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