Newcon Optik BDN 14X50 User Manual

Operation Manual

BDN 14x50

Day / Night Binoculars

105 Sparks Ave., Toronto ON, M2H 2S5

This unit is a sophisticated electronic device. To operate it properly,
please read this manual carefully. Ignoring operation procedures
described in this manual will void your warranty.

• NEVER disassemble the unit. This device contains a source of high
voltage, which may be hazardous to your health.

• NEVER open objective lens of an active unit in bright light, including
daylight. In the daytime the objective lens must be covered by caps.
A tiny hole in each cap provides enough light for daytime testing.

• NEVER aim active unit at intense light sources, such as lights,
headlamps, campfires, the Moon, etc.

• NEVER reverse the polarity of a battery.

• NEVER connect the unit to external power sources.

• ALWAYS remove battery when the unit not in use for a long period.

• ALWAYS keep the objective lenses covered when not in use.

• ALWAYS store the unit in a warm dry place.

Precautions

BDN 14x50 is a sophisticated precise optical instrument equipped with
electronics. It should be handled with due care:

• Unit contains fragile components. Avoid impacts, dust, moisture and

sharp changes of temperature.

• Do not touch the optical surfaces other than for cleaning. Doing so

may damage the anti-reflection coating.

• Clean optical surfaces with professional lens cleaning supplies.

• Use only a soft clean cloth to clean the exterior of the device.

• Keep the unit away from sources of heat, such as heating appliances,

sunlight or central heating.

• Switch off the unit and remove the battery during the extended

periods of non-operation.

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• Do not keep the device at temperatures higher than 60

C (140oF).

• Do not apply excessive force or pressure to the lens assembly,

movable parts and thread connections.

• Small dark and/or light points may be seen in the field of view due to

considerable optical magnification of the eyepiece. This does not
affect the operational capabilities of the device.

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FEATURES

This optical instrument utilizes unique optical scheme to that enables
observer to use the high magnification binoculars 24 hours a day,
eliminating the need for separate day and night optics.

• Day / Night round the clock model

• High magnification with large objective lens

• Rigid construction

• Weather proof, water resistant

• Wide field of view

• Easy switch between day and night modes

SPECIFICATIONS

Day Night
Magnification 14.0 5
Field of view, ° 4.7 14.7
Objective lens diameter, mm 50
Dioptric correction ±5
Typical resolution of the Image
Intensifier Tube (IIT), lp/mm
Interpupillary distance adjustment
range, mm
Operating temperature, °C -40°C to +55°C
Battery 2xAA
Dimensions, mm 235х 168 х 74
Weight, g 1,500

45-72

55-74

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DESIGN AND APPEARANCE

1 – Body 2 – Day / night switch
3 – Eyepieces 4 – Eyepiece dioptric adjustment knobs
5 – Battery compartment with cap 6 – Rubber grip
7 – Objective lens caps

OPERATION DURING DAY

• Unpack the unit from the soft case, trying to keep the lenses closed

by caps.

• Make sure that the switch (2) is set to “D” position.

• Remove the objective caps (7). Aim the unit to the observed object.

• The eye cups can be folded as shown below for eyeglasses wearers.

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• Adjust the distance between the eyes by turning both eyepiece

assemblies (3) until two images converge into one. This adjustment is
made tough intentionally to provide for a water resistance.

• Adjust the focus individually for each eye using the focus adjustment

knobs (4).

• put on the objective lens caps after you finish observation.

OPERATION DURING NIGHT

• Unpack the unit from the soft case.

• If the batteries were not installed, unscrew the battery cap (5) and

install the batteries, observing correct polarity as drawn schematically
on the body (1) (“-“ towards the bottom of the compartment).

• The eye cups can be folded as shown below for eyeglasses wearers.

• Remove the objective lens caps (7). Aim the unit to the observed

object.

• Flip the switch (2) into “N” position. You will see greenish light through

the eyepieces with outlines of the observed object.

• Adjust the distance between the eyes by turning both eyepiece

assemblies (3) until two images converge into one. This adjustment is
made tough intentionally to provide for a water resistance.

• Adjust the focus individually for each eye using the focus adjustment

knobs (4).

• Put on the objective lens caps and flip the switch into “D” position

after you finish observation.

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WARRANTY

NEWCON warrants this product against defects in materials and

workmanship for one year from the date of the original purchase, but no
more than 18 months from the date of manufacturing. Longer warranty is
available, subject to the terms of the specific sales contract. Should your
Newcon product prove to be defective during this period, please deliver
the product securely packaged in its original container or an equivalent,
along with the proof of the original purchase date, to your Newcon
Dealer.
Newcon will repair (or, at its option, replace
model), the product or part thereof, which, on inspection by Newcon, is
found to be defective in materials or workmanship.

What This Warranty Does Not Cover:

NEWCON is not responsible for warranty service should the product fail
as a result of improper maintenance, misuse, abuse, improper
installation, neglect, damage caused by disasters such as fire, flooding,
lightning, improper power supply, or service other than by a NEWCON
Authorized Service.
Postage, insurance, and shipping costs incurred while presenting your
NEWCON product for warranty service are your responsibility.
If shipping from North America, please, include a cheque or money order
payable to NEWCON OPTIK for the amount of $15.00 to cover handling
and return shipping.

with the same or comparable

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Should you experience any difficulties with your Newcon Optik product,
consult this manual first.
If the problem remains, contact our customer support department at
[phone] or toll free at 1-877-368-6666 (North America only).
Our operating hours are 9am-5pm, Monday - Friday, Eastern Standard
Time.

Under no circumstances should the equipment be sent to Newcon
without authorisation from our technical support department.
Newcon accepts no responsibility for unauthorized returns.

To locate NEWCON Authorized Dealer call [phone] or fax
[phone], email: [e-mail]
Web: www.newcon-optik.com
The defective products should be shipped to:
From the USA only:
2331 Superior Ave. Cleveland, OH 44114, USA
From all other countries:
105 Sparks Ave., Toronto ON, M2H 2S5, CANADA

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QUALITY ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE

Image Intensifier Tube Serial Number: _______________________

Min Measured

Resolution, lp/mm 45

Photocathode sensitivity,

500

integral, μA/ lm

Light amplification 25,000

BDN 14x50 serial number _____________________________

This Day / Night Binoculars BDN 14x50 meet all technical specifications
and have passed the inspection.

Date of production: ___________

Quality Inspector signature: __________________________

Quality Assurance Seal

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NEWCON OPTIK ™ 2010 Printed in Canada