Bushnell 98-1276-09-08, 118331, 118330 User Manual

3.0 Megapixel

Instruction Manual

Model: 118331/118330

LIT.#: 98-1276/09-08

Congratulations on your purchase of the Bushnell ImageView® binocular! The

Bushnell ImageView binocular takes the technology of digital photography

and combines it with a high-quality compact binocular. This allows you

to observe sporting events, wildlife, scenic vistas or anything you would

normally use a binocular for, and also save what you see by snapping a photo

with the built-in digital camera. You can then download these images to your

computer and e-mail them to your friends and family, print a favorite photo

for framing, or add the photos taken with your ImageView binocular to any

document. Before using the product, please read the instructions contained

in this manual and take time to familiarize yourself with the different parts

and features of the product.

QUICK GUIDE: BUSHNELL IMAGEVIEW 118331

INSTALL BATTERIES

Insert 2 AAA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMh) as indicated inside the
battery compartment on the bottom of the ImageView.

ADJUST THE BINOCULAR FOR COMFORTABLE VIEWING

Adjust the center focus knob while viewing a distant object through the binocular, until
it appears sharp. Move the left and right sides of the binocular closer together or farther
apart until you see a single circular image. Rotate the right eyepiece (diopter adjustment)
to change the setting if the image does not appear as sharp to your right eye as it does to
your left eye.

TURN ON THE CAMERA

Press the MODE button briefly, then release it. You will see a battery indicator and 3
digits indicating the number of photos taken (currently stored in the internal memory).
As you take new photos, this counter will advance. Press and hold MODE to turn off the
camera. You should download all photos before changing batteries or storing the camera
unused for a long period of time (more than a few weeks) as a precaution.

QUICK GUIDE: BUSHNELL IMAGEVIEW 118331

CHECK CAMERA SETTINGS

Make sure the camera is set for high resolution and quality (refer to pg.8, “Setup Menu”)
if you want the best results, especially if you will be printing the photos. See “Changing
Operational Modes” for full instructions covering features such as continuous shot, shooting
a video clip, and how to delete a photo you have just taken.

TAKE A PHOTO TIPS FOR BETTER QUALITY PHOTOS

Holding the ImageView as steadily as possible with both hands wrapped around the binocular,
lightly press down the SNAP button using the flat end of a finger. Leaning against a wall, tree,
etc. to brace yourself can also help insure the camera does not move as you take the photo.
Or, use the included tripod and remote shutter cable (see pg. 9) when possible. Make sure you
are at least 30 feet or more away from your photo subject. Unlike the binocular optics (which
will focus down to about 15 ft.), the camera focus is preset and is designed only for distant
subjects- your photos may look out of focus if you were too close.

USING THE IMAGEVIEW WITH YOUR COMPUTER

Connect the supplied USB cable between the ImageView and your computer, using a USB
port on the computer itself (avoid USB “hubs”). Please read “Downloading Photos to Your
Computer” for detailed instructions on transferring your photos to a PC or Mac computer.

BASIC OPERATION

TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF

Insert 2 AAA alkaline batteries as indicated on the inside of the
battery compartment, located on the bottom of the camera unit.
Turn the camera on by pressing and holding the MODE button
until the display comes on and the camera beeps. To turn the unit
off, press and hold the MODE button until the display goes out.
The camera will turn itself off automatically to save batteries if
none of the buttons have been pressed for two minutes.

TAKING A PICTURE

With the camera turned on, press the SNAP button to take a new
photo. For best results, hold the ImageView steady using both
hands, and lightly press down the SNAP button using the flat
end of your finger rather than “punching” it with a fingertip. Or,
whenever possible, mount the camera on the tripod and use the
remote shutter cable (both included) to avoid camera shake*. Be
sure you are at least 35 feet away from your subject as the camera
focus is preset for optimum results with distant objects (sports,
wildlife, etc.).

* Please refer to the tripod and remote cable photos on pg. 9

MODE

(Power)

SNAP

(Shutter

Release)

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