Newcon Optik DN 463 User Manual

Operation Manual

DAY / NIGHT VISION

RIFLESCOPE

DN 463

105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON M2H 2S5, Canada

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Read prior to activation.

DN 463 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 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 not in use for a long

period.

 ALWAYS keep the objective lenses covered when not

in use.

 ALWAYS store in a warm dry place.

Precautions

DN 463 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 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.

 Do not keep the device at temperatures higher than

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C (140oF).

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 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.

CONTENTS

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FEATURES 3

2. DELIVERY SET 5

3. SPECIFICATIONS 6

4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7

5. GUIDELINES FOR OPERATION 7

6. BATTERY INSTALLATION 9

7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 10

8. SIGHTING DN463 12

9. MIL-DOT RETICLE 15

10. TECHNICAL INSPECTION 17

11. TECHNICAL MAINTENANCE 18

12. USING THE ADDITIONAL WEAVER RAIL 18

13. USE OF THE PRESSURE SWITCH MODULE 19

14. STORAGE 19

15. TROUBLE SHOOTING 20

16. WARRANTY 23

17. CUSTOMER SUPPORT 25

18. ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE 26

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DN463 shown on an assault rifle

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1. FEATURES

 Three readily available configurations of illuminated

red-on-green reticles that are able to be switched at a
moment's notice

 Functions with one AA (1.5V) or CR123A (3V)

battery

 Accurate internal front lens focus adjustment
 Lightweight and highly durable; manufacturing

employs carbon plastic and other modern technologies

 High magnification of 4x
 Close observational range of 8 meters
 IPX6 rating against water intrusion
 Shockproof with the use of heavy recoil ammunition
 (.375 H&H, .416 Rigby, .50 cal.), up to 6000 joules
 Vertical positioning of the battery ensures an

uninterrupted power supply when firing

 The image intensifier tube is protected against

excessive light exposure

 Incremental reticle brightness adjustment
 The reticle will blink as a warning 15-30 minutes

before the device shuts down automatically as a low
battery indicator

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 Stabilized power supply for optimal consumption,

ensuring no shift of the aiming point under a
continuous power draw or drop in temperature

 Fast start-up
 Ergonomic design; the adjustment controls are located

on top

 Precision internal windage/elevation adjustment MOA

per click

 Built-in high-power PULSE hazard free IR illuminator

with beam focus

 Remote control with secure attachment
 Additional MIL-STD-1913 side weaver rail for

accessories

 Flip-up objective lens cover
 Stylish carrying case

DN463/ is a complex electro-optical device designed using
innovative technology.

We strongly recommend reading and following all the
instructions carefully before turning on the riflescope.

Not following the instructions and guidelines outlined in this
instruction manual can cause damage to the device, as well as
voiding any applicable warranty.

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2. DELIVERY SET

DN463

Carrying case

Pressure switch

IR Illuminator

User Manual

Warranty card

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3. SPECIFICATIONS

Model DN463

Magnification, x 4
Objective lens, mm 60 mm , F / 1.68
Generation Gen. 3
Image Intensifier Tube N3XT4322
Resolution, lines/mm, min. 57
Field of View, deg 9
Light amplification 35,000
Maximum recognition/viewing range at
normal nighttime conditions – 0.05 lux
(1/4 moon), m//yd
Diopter setting, D
Close-up range, m 8
Battery type
Battery life without IR, hr (AA/CR123A) 15/25
Battery life with IR, hr (AA/CR123A) 5/8
Eye relief distance, mm 50
Water intrusion rating IPX6
Operating temperature range -30C to +40C
Dimensions, mm
Length 275
Width 95
Height 103
Weight, g 1,249

600/800//656/875

±3.5

1xAA or 1xCR123A

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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

DN463/ night vision riflescope is intended for observation and
hunting at dusk or during night time hours. When operated in
conditions without artificial sources of light, it is a passive
device. However, in environments of absolute darkness the
built-in IR illuminator provides viewing ability. DN463/ is a
very capable night vision device, and equally serves the amateur
or professional for:

 Night observation and hunting
 Patrolling and safeguarding

 Search and rescue

5. GUIDELINES FOR OPERATION

DN463/ has been designed for extensive usage. To ensure
longevity and performance, it is necessary to adhere to the
following:

 Under illuminated conditions measuring more than 1 lux

(deep dusk), do not power on the riflescope with the
objective lens cap open and do not point the product
towards a direct light source! Daylight, vehicle headlights,
flame, sun or similar light sources can irreversibly decrease
its performance.

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 Some examples of common illuminated conditions:
Conditions Natural illumination in the

field, lux
No moon, cloud cover 10-4 (0.0001)
Starry sky, no moon, clear 10-3 (0.001)
Quarter moon, clear 0,05
Full moon, clear 0,38≈0.4
Deep dusk 1.0
Dusk 10
Cloudy weather 500
 When using in bright conditions (early morning or late

evening), do not leave the device on with the objective lens
cap open for more than 30 minutes.

 Continuous observation of bright stationary objects can

cause the electronic-optical converter to fade, leading to the
appearance of dark spots in the field of vision.

 Do not forget to turn off the scope after each use!
 Store with the lens cap on, in the accompanying carrying

case.

 The scope has been reinforced with an IPX6 rating against

water intrusion and can be used in inclement weather;
however, it is not intended for full submersion.

 Attempting to disassemble or repair the scope will void the

warranty!

 Clean the scope's optical surfaces only if necessary, and use

caution. First, remove (by blowing or carefully wiping off)
any dust or sand particles. Then proceed to clean by using a

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soft cotton tissue and alcohol or a cleaning solution
approved for use with multicoated lenses. Do not pour the
solution directly onto the lens!

 The scope can be used in operating temperatures, ranging

from -30°C to +40°C. However, if it has been brought
indoors from cold temperatures, do not turn it on for 3 to 4
hours.

 If the riflescope is unable to mount onto the rifle securely,

or if there are doubts about the mounting system, see a
qualified gunsmith. Using the weapon with a poorly
mounted scope can lead to inaccurate target shooting!

 To ensure reliable performance, it is recommended to carry

out regular technical inspections of the unit.

6. BATTERY INSTALLATION

 Unscrew the cap (1) of the battery compartment counter-

clockwise.

 Install one AA (1.5V) or CR123A (3V) battery, so that the

(+) and (-) match the markings on the body of the unit.

 Tighten the cap (1).

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7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

 Install the batteries according to the directions in the

section entitled “BATTERY INSTALLATION”.

 Enter a dark environment.

 Remove the objective lens cap by sliding it up on top of the

objective lens (2).

 Turn on the unit by turning the selector switch (3) to the

“ON” position; you will see the screen light up green.

 The scope can also be checked in an illuminated area, but

this is meant solely for testing the device; the lens cap (2)
must tightly cover the objective lens.

 To adjust the brightness of the red reticle, turn knob (4).

 To select one of the three types of the reticles, press button

(5).

 Choose a remote stationary object to observe, at a distance

of about 100 m.

 Turn the focusing knob (6) to “100”, it will settle into a

notch.

 Observe the object through the scope and turn the diopter

focus knob (7) until the image appears crisp.

 If necessary, turn on the IR illuminator by turning the

selector switch (3) to “IR” position. To mount the IR
Illuminator, unscrew and remove the plug (12) and screw
the IR clockwise.

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 Turn the knob of the IR illuminator (8) until you get a

focused IR spot.

 After making these adjustments, no further tuning of the

diopter is required, regardless of distance or other factors;
perfect the image quality using only the knob for the
objective lens (6) and that for the IR illuminator (8).

 When finished, turn off the riflescope by turning the

selector switch (3) to the “OFF” position and close the
objective lens cap (2).

 It is possible to mount the scope onto the firearm using a

special bracket (9); after the initial mounting is performed,
it is important to follow further mounting instructions in the
section entitled “SIGHTING DN463”.

 The riflescope can be turned on instantaneously with either

the remote control housed in its bracket (10) or by button
(11).

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8. SIGHTING DN463

Sighting in of the scope should be done at operating
temperatures, by following the order of these steps:

 Mount the rifle with the scope installed on a bench

rest.

 Make sure that no sources of light are visible through

the scope's field of vision.

 Set a target at a distance of about 100m; the light

levels around the target should not exceed 1 lux.

 Remove the objective lens cap (2), by sliding it up on

top of the objective lens.

 Turn on the scope by turning the selector switch (3)

to the “ON” position.

 Aim the firearm at the target using the mechanical

sight.

 Adjust the scope according to the steps in the section

entitled “OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS”.

 Turn the objective lens focusing knob (6) until you

get a crisp image of the target.

 Set the desired reticle brightness level by turning

knob (4).

 If the center of the reticle crosshairs and the target

center do not line up, remove the covers protecting
the windage / elevation adjustment knobs.

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 Using live ammunition, take 3 or 4 control shots,

continually aiming at the same hit point on the target
(you may also use a laser bore sighter and align the
laser point to the center of the cross hairs).

 Examine the target and determine if the aiming point

coincides with point of impact, if you determine it's
necessary to make corrections, you will need to
adjust your aiming point. To move it downwards and
to the left, turn the knob (13) counter clockwise, in
the directions Down and Left respectively, the aiming
point moves upwards and to the right; keep in mind
that one click of the knob corresponds to a 12mm
shift of the hit point at a distance of 100m.

 Check the accuracy of your adjustments by firing

another 3 or 4 control shots.

 The scope should now be zeroed-in for the specified

distance.

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9. MIL-DOT RETICLE

Your night vision riflescope DN463 has a Mil-Dot reticle
installed which helps you determine distance to the target if you
know its actual size.

The Use of a Mil-Dot reticle:

 Viewing the target through the riflescope place the edge of

one post against one edge (top, bottom, or either side) of
the target so that the crosshair extends along either its width
or height.

 Using the dots, measure along the crosshair to the opposite

edge of the target.

 Once the measurement of the target has been estimated in

mils, use the following formula to determine the range:

The Measured object's width or height in Yards x 1000
Object's Width or Height in Mils
or
The Measured object's width or height in Meters x 1000
Object's Width or Height in Mils
or
The Measured object's width or height in Yards x 1000
Object's Width or Height in Mils
or
Example:

1.33 yards x 1000 = 1330 .

2.5 mils 2.5

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= Range in yards

= Range in Meters

= Range in Meters

= 532 Yards

 When making windage/elevation

adjustments please note that

one click of the riflescope's

adjustment equals to:

For the model DN463:

0.4235 MOA;

0.4435”/100 yds;

1.232cm/100m

1 mil (millirad) equals 3.6 inches at 100 yards or 36 inches at
1,000 yards, or 10 centimeters at 100 meters or 1 meter at 1,000
meters.

1 millirad (1 mil) = 0.001 of the distance = 3.4377 MOA

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10. TECHNICAL INSPECTION

It is recommended to inspect the riflescope before every use.
Make sure to check for the following:

 Visually inspect the unit is free from any physical damage;

cracks, dents or signs of corrosion disqualify it from proper
use.

 Check the sturdiness and proper fit of the mounting system.

 Ensure the condition of the objective lens, eyepiece and the

IR illuminator are free of cracks, grease spots, dirt, water
stains and other residue before use.

 Visually inspect the condition of the battery and the battery

compartment; the battery should be free of electrolyte and
oxidation residue, especially where the battery makes
contact with metal.

 Verify the proper function of the following; selector switch

(3), reticle brightness knob (4), reticle selector button and
the instant power-on button (11).

 Verify the smoothness of the objective lens focusing

mechanism (6), diopter focusing knob (7) and the IR
illuminator knob (8).

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11. TECHNICAL MAINTENANCE

Technical maintenance should be done no less than twice a year,
and is comprised in the following steps:

 Clean the outside metallic and plastic surfaces from dust,

dirt and moisture; wipe the scope with a soft cotton tissue,
lightly coating it with gun oil or petroleum jelly.

 Clean the battery compartment's electric contact points

using an oil-free solvent.

 Inspect the eyepiece lens, the objective lens and the IR

illuminator and gently blow off any dust and sand, and
clean using lens cleaner and a soft cloth; see section
entitled “GUIDELINES FOR OPERATION”.

12. USING THE ADDITIONAL

WEAVER RAIL

The scope has a built-in additional weaver rail mount (14)
housed on the left portion of the body. This will allow the mount
of additional devices, such as:

 IR75, LAM 10, LAM 2, LAM 3

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13. USE OF THE PRESSURE

SWITCH MODULE

DN463/ is supplied with a remote-control console. The console
has three buttons:

- “ON” button turns on/off the riflescope (fixed when pressed).

- “IR” button turns on/off the built-in IR Illuminator (fixed
when pressed).

- “Quick start” button - quick start-up of the riflescope and IR
illuminator (the device works only when the button is kept
pressed). After this button is released, the riflescope turns off, IR
Illuminator and reticle go out.

14. STORAGE

Always store the unit in its carrying case in a dry, well­ventilated space. For prolonged storage, remove the battery.

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15. TROUBLE SHOOTING

Listed below are some potential problems that may occur when
using DN463. Carry out the recommended checks and
troubleshooting steps in the order listed. Please note that the
table does not list all of the possible problems. If the problem
experienced with the scope is not listed, or if the suggested
action meant to correct it does not resolve the problem, please
contact the manufacturer.

Problem Possible cause(s) Corrective action
The riflescope
does not turn on.

The total battery charge

Oxidized contact points

The red reticle is blurred
and cannot be focused
with the diopter knob.

With a crisp image
of the reticle, the image
of the observed target
that is at least 30 m away

The battery has been
installed incorrectly.

is less than 2.0V.

in the battery
compartment due to
“leaky” batteries or
contact points becoming
exposed to a chemically­reactive solution.
The diopter cannot be
adjusted
to your vision.

Dust and moisture are
covering the outside
optical surfaces.

Reinstall the battery with
the
correct polarity
orientation

Install fresh battery.

Clean the battery
compartment,
focusing on the contact
points.

If you wear prescription
glasses with a range of
+/- 5, keep glasses on
when looking through
the eyepiece.
Clean the lens surfaces
with a soft cotton tissue
or cloth.

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Problem Possible cause(s) Corrective action
With a crisp image of
the reticle, the image of
the observed target that
is at least 30 m away is
blurred.
Moisture is on the inside

The total battery charge

Distinct black dots
or specs on the screen.

Dust and moisture are
covering the outside
optical surfaces.

of the objective and the
eyepiece lenses, or is on
the optical surfaces of
the electronic-optical
intensifier and may be
caused by the unit
fogging up due to a rapid
change in temperature;
when the device is
brought in from the cold
into a warm
environment, for
example.

is less than 2.0V.

The dots on the screen
are cosmetic blemishes
in the intensifier tube
and are a by-product of
the manufacturing
process; they do not in
any way affect the life or
performance of the unit,
and if there is dust on the
lens, please clean
according to the
instructions.

Clean the lens surfaces
with a soft cotton tissue
or cloth.

Let the riflescope dry by
leaving it in a warm
environment
for 4 hours.

Install fresh battery.

No need to take
corrective action or
return the device.

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The scope or the
IR illuminator do not
turn off via the selector
switch on the scope.
The aiming point shifts
after firing rounds.

The riflescope does not
focus.

The scope is turned on
via the remote control.

The riflescope is not
mounted securely.

Wrong settings. Adjust the riflescope

Turn off the scope and
the IR illuminator using
the remote control.

Check how securely the
riflescope has been
mounted and make sure
that the same type and
caliber bullets are being
used as when the scope
was initially sighted in;
if your scope was
sighted in during the
summer, and is now
being used in the winter
(or the other way
around), a small
displacement of the
aiming point is possible.

according tothe
instructions given in the
section, entitled
“OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS” and
check the surfaces of the
eyepiece and objective
lenses and clean them if
necessary from dust,
condensation, frost, etc;
to prevent fogging in
cold weather, apply a
special anti-fog solution.

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16. WARRANTY

NEWCON warrants this product against defects in

material and workmanship for one year from the date of
the original purchase, but no more than 12 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 with the same
or comparable 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.

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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.

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17. CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Should you experience any difficulties with your
NEWCON OPTIK product, consult the enclosed manual.
If the problem remains unresolved, contact our customer
support department at [phone] or toll free at
1-877-368-6666. Our operating hours are 9am-5pm,
Monday - Friday, Eastern Standard Time. At no time
should equipment be sent back to Newcon without
following the instructions of our technical support
department.

NEWCON OPTIK accepts no responsibility for
unauthorized returns.

To locate NEWCON Authorized Dealer call:

Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Web: www.newcon-optik.com

The defective products should be shipped to:

US Customers:

2331 Superior Ave. Cleveland, OH 44114

From all other countries:

105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON

M2H 2S5, CANADA

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18. ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE

Image intensifier tube serial number:
____________________

Minimum Measured

Resolution, lines/mm 57

Photocathode sensitivity,
integral, A/lm

600

Light amplification 35,000

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NIGHT VISION RIFLE SCOPE DN463

Serial number:
_________________________________________

The unit meets all technical specifications and has passed
the quality assurance inspection.

Production date:
___________________________________

Quality Inspector:
__________________________________

Quality Assurance Seal

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