Newcon Optik DN 532, DN 533 Operation Manual

Operation Manual

DAY / NIGHT VISION

RIFLESCOPE

DN 532 / DN 533

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

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Read prior to activation.

DN 532/DN 533 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 532/DN 533 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

o

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

1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION 3

1.1 Overview 3

1.2 Key Features 5

2. UNIT EXTERIOR VIEW 8

3. DELIVERY SET 9

3.1 Standard delivery set 9

3.2 Optional accessories: 9

4. SPECIFICATIONS 10

5. OPERATION 12

5.1 Changing eyepieces 12

5.2 Using the scope in the daytime 13

5.3 Using the scope in the nighttime 14

5.4 Battery installation 14

5.5 Night time operation 15

5.6 Switching the unit off 15

6. INSTALLATION ON A RIFLE 16

6.1 Adjustment procedure 16

7. TAKING PHOTOS AND VIDEO SHOOTING 19

7.1 Attaching Unit to photo/video camera 19

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7.2 Diaphragm and shutter speed 21

8. STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE 21

9. TROUBLESHOOTING 22

9.1 The scope does turn on 22

9.2 The target does not appear in focus. 22

9.3 Image has disappeared. 22

9.4 Condensation accumulates on the parts 23

9.5 Black dots on the screen 23

9.6 Bright spots on the screen 23

10. WARRANTY 24

11. CUSTOMER SUPPORT 26

12. ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE 27

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1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Overview

DN 532/DN 533 device (the unit) is a universal
riflescope, intended for shooting and around the clock
observation. The unit has two eyepieces – for day and
night observation. The night vision eye piece has an
integrated IR illuminator.

Powerful high light ratio optics of the daytime part
provides 7x or 11x magnification. The night-time
eyepiece contains an image

Fig 1. Day time configuration

Fig 2. Night time configuration

intensifier tube, which amplifies light in visible and near
infrared spectrum.

Unit provides night recognition range of 400-800 m,
system magnification 3.7x or 6x times and visual angle

7.4 (7x) or 4.6 (11x) degrees.

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Night time eyepiece can be used independently as a night

g

time monocular.

Fi

3. Night vision eyepiece

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Key Features

All known models of day/night scopes with removable
eyepieces use standard optic scheme of a day-vision scope
with 11-13 lenses. As a rule, the actual F-number of all
system does not exceed 3.0 (sometimes 2.0), which is not
enough for the night vision equipment. Also, as common
day time scopes have relatively small field of view, in a
night mode only small central part of the electronic tube
working area is used. A unique 23 lens design provides
the unit a 2-2.5 stronger light transmission (F 1.5 with 66
mm aperture), twice wider field of view and entire
working area of the photocathode.

 High resolution 18 mm Image Intensifier Tube and

special light-collecting optics provide bright, sharp
image of consistent quality from the center to the
edges.

 Powerful IR illuminator (optional) is effective for up

to 200 m

 Unit is equipped with automatic brightness protection
 Camera/video adaptable
 Precise internal windage/elevation adjustments
 Standard weaver mount or optional weaver rail or

side rail mounts

 Long eye relief
 The scope is water resistant and can be used in rain.

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Using the Night Vision Eyepiece as monocular

As standard the NV monocular gives an inverted (upside­down) image.
To provide a ‘normal’, non-inverted image, you need to
attach an optical inverter
to the back of the NV’s existing eyepiece (4). This is done
by screwing it in clockwise.
Warning ! Do not overtighten or misalign the inverter.
The NV Eyepiece is now ready for use as a night vision
monocular.
To increase the magnification of the NV Eyepiece
(standard magnification 1x),
you can use the optional 3x magnifier lens which provides
3x image magnification.
The 3x magnifier lens can be fitted in two ways:

- Install the magnifier 3x with the supplied adapter ring
(2).
Screw the adaptor ring on to the rear of the magnifier
lens. Push the lens/adaptor ring over the front of the NV’s
lens. This allows a quick push on/pull off magnification
capability, but is not designed for long term observation.

- Leave the adaptor ring (2) off and screw the magnifier
lens directly in to the screw
thread inside the front of the NV’s objective lens. This is
a more secure assembly designed for long term
observation.

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a

Appearance of the Night Vision Eyepiece with
magnifier 3x

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2

1 - Magnifier lens 3x
2 - Adapter
3 - Night Vision Eyepiece
4 - Optical inverter

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2. UNIT EXTERIOR VIEW

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1

4

7

11

3

12

6

10

2

1 – Body 7 – Infrared illuminator

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(optional)

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2 – Daytime eyepiece 8 – Focus adjustment

rings

3 – Night time eyepiece 9 – Rubber eye cup

4 – Windage / Elevation
adjustment knobs

5 – Objective lens cap 11 – Bayonet knob

6 – Focus adjustment knob 12 – Battery compartment

10 – Weaver mount

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3. DELIVERY SET

Standard delivery set

- Main body

- Daytime eyepiece

- Night time eyepiece

- Rubber eyecup

- Objective lens cup

- Optical inverter for the night time eyepiece

- Rifle mount

- User manual

- Warranty card

- Soft case

1 pc.
1 pc.
1 pc.
2 pc.
1 pc.
1 pc.
1 pc.
1 pc.
1 pc.
2 pc.

Optional accessories:

- Infrared illuminator

- Camera/video adapter (52mm/37mm)

- 3x lens for the night time eyepiece

- Hard case

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4. SPECIFICATIONS

Optical parameters 7x 11x

Objective focus length / F
number

Magnification (day/night) 7.0x / 3.7x 11.2x / 6.0x

Field of view(day/night) 3.7º / 7.4º 2.3º / 4.6º

Objective lens diameter 66 mm 83 mm

Eye relief distance 60 mm

Focusing distance, min 20 m

Dioptre adjustment -4…+2

Dimensions 340x82x82 mm 440x83x83 mm

Weight (day / night) 0.99 kg / 1.05 kg 1.17 kg / 1.23 kg

100 mm / F1.5 166 mm / F2.0

Electrical parameters (night time eyepiece)

Battery type

CR123 Lithium

Battery life, min 40 hours

Image intensifier tube GEN 2+ / GEN 3

Photocathode sensitivity,

>550 / >1200

A/lm

Light amplification 35,000-45,000

Resolution 45-64 lp/mm

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Infrared illuminator (optional)

50 mW / 75 mW / 150

Emission power

mW / 200 mW

Battery type 2 AA or 1 CR123

Illumination angle 5º - 20º

Illumination wavelength

805-830 nm

spectrum

Mechanical parameters

¼ MoA (7.27 mm / 100

Adjustment mechanism, step

m)

120 MoA (±1.75 m / 100

Adjustment mechanism, range

m)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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OPERATION

Changing eyepieces

Do not apply superfluous force while changing eyepieces!

To change day time eyepiece for a night time one and the
other way around:

1. Holding the unit firmly in two hands push the
bayonet button towards objective (as indicated by
arrow on the Fig. 5) and turn the eyepiece counter
clockwise till stop.

Bayonet knob

O sign

◄ sign

Fig 5. Changing eyepieces

2. Pull the eyepiece away from the scope body. Slight
effort may be required to overcome air depression
resulting from opening a water-resistant connection.
Pack the eyepiece safely.

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3. Take another eyepiece and match O sign on the scope
body with ◄ sign on the eyepiece. Insert the
eyepiece into the bayonet on the unit, press slightly
Unit and eyepiece together and turn eyepiece
clockwise till you hear a slight click.

Using the scope in the daytime

With daytime eyepiece attached take the objective cover
off. Rotate the eyepiece to get the reticle in focus. To
eliminate parallax of the objective lens set the
approximate observation range (observation range in
metres is indicated) using the focus adjustment knob (6,
Fig.4).

Focus adjustment knob

Fig 6.

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Using the scope in the nighttime

For night time use attach the night vision eyepiece as
described above. This eyepiece requires a battery to
operate.

Fig 7. Installing
battery into night time
eyepiece

Battery installation

Night channel of the unit utilizes one CR123A Lithium
battery. Prior to installation make sure that battery is in
good condition. Install the battery into the battery
compartment of the night time eyepiece observing the
polarity, as indicated on the body and inside the battery
compartment. An optional IR illuminator utilizes 2 AA
batteries. Follow the similar procedure

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Night time operation

Take off the objective lens cap.
Switch the unit on by turning the switch into position ON.

In a few seconds greenish fluorescent glow will become
visible through the eyepiece.

Rotate the eyepiece focus adjustment ring until you get
the reticle in focus.

Turn the distance adjustment knob until you get the best
image.

If you need to illuminate the observed object, install and
switch on the optional infrared illuminator.

Warning!

Do not use night-time eyepiece in the daytime.
Do not aim the working night-time eyepiece toward sources of

bright light: lamps, welding, etc. – that may cause decrease of
the light amplification coefficient.

Do not leave the switched on night time eyepiece motionless for
more than 30 minutes in semi-bright conditions to avoid
photocathode fatigue.

Switching the unit off

After you have finished using the unit, turn it off by
rotating switch to OFF position. Ensure the protective
lens cap is on the lens. Remove batteries from the battery
compartment to avoid damage of the device in case of
electrolyte leakage.

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5. INSTALLATION ON A RIFLE

The unit may be used as a day time or a night time
riflescope. The unit may be supplied with various mounts,
such as:

Standard prism – SP 532
Weaver 7/8’’ rail – WP 532 (default

configuration)
Side mount or side mount adapter.

The particular mount configuration is determined by the
order.

The unit may be supplied without a binding attached to it
to enable installation on a specific rifle model. Contact a
gunsmith for installation.

Adjustment procedure

Scope adjustment is necessary for either day or night time
configuration. Exchange of the eyepieces does not affect
it.

 Attach the unit to the rifle.
 Set up a panel with a target at 100 m. Focus scope on

the target.

 Set the rifle on the gun rest to eliminate as much

human error as possible.

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 Making certain the rifle is empty with no cartridge in

the chamber and the breech is open install
mechanical or laser bore sighter. Install laser bore
sighter in the muzzle of your rifle lining it up with the
scope as close as possible.

Looking through the scope as though you were going
to shoot you should see reticle produced by the unit
and a cross hair produced by the bore sighter. They
should line up with each other vertically, horizontally
and be in complete alignment. If they are not parallel
with each other, adjust the bore sighter in the
chamber.

 Unscrew the protective caps of the reticle adjustment

screws. Turning those screws match reticle crosshairs
with the aimed point, provided by the mechanical
sight or laser bore sighter.

 Remove the bore sighter from the muzzle. Make 2-3

shots. Having examined the target, make necessary
corrections. For example, in order to move the hit
point downwards and leftwards, adjustment screw
should be turned counter clockwise, in the Down and
Left directions. The aiming point will move upwards
and rightwards correspondingly.

If you are not hitting the paper target at all, move the
target closer until you consistently hit somewhere on
the target. You cannot make any scope adjustments if

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you do not know which direction to make it. Do not
be concerned if you did not hit the bull’s eye. Once
you initially hit the target sheet you can make
adjustments and then gradually move the target back
out to the 100 yard mark.

 When the desired precision is achieved set the

protective caps into their places.

The unit is now ready for operation.
Both sight adjustment knobs are equipped with the precise

click mechanism, where 1 click is equal to 1/4 MoA
(Minute of Angle). One click adjusts the sight reticle to

1.5 cm at 100 meter target up to 1.75 meter maximum

(120 MoA).

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6. TAKING PHOTOS AND VIDEO SHOOTING

Unit can be supplied with an optional adapter for
photo/video cameras for night photo/video shooting.

Night photo shooting can be performed by 35mm SLR
cameras, with standard objective lens (50-58 mm focus),
such as Nikon, Canon, Pentax.

Attaching Unit to photo/video camera

 Screw the supplied adapter ring (52 mm or 37 mm

diameter) in the objective lens of your camera.
If the objective lens of your camera has another

diameter for a light filter (for example, 49mm or
58mm) use step-up or step-down adapter rings from
the 52 mm to your size. Such adapters are not
supplied by Newcon; they are generally available
through camera stores.

 Remove the eye cup from the unit.
 Set the eyepiece in the middle position.
 Screw the adapter ring attached to camera into

internal eyepiece thread.

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V

O

 Switch on the device and focus the assembled system

with the help of the objectives of the device and the
camera.

If image cannot be focused detach the camera and
turn the coupling of Unit’s eyepiece a little.
Assemble the system again and attempt focusing. At
some position of the eyepiece and objective of the
camera the system will be focused.

Figure 6. Connecting to
photo and video camera

IDE

 Fasten the adapter ring with the camera to the body

of the eyepiece of the unit with three locking screws.

 Turn Unit’s objective to focus the system while

shooting.

 Set diaphragm of the camera to 2.8 or 4 (shooting is

possible at lower diaphragm too, but the images will
have lower quality). Taking photos with a fully
opened diaphragm is justified only when shooting
quickly moving objects.

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Diaphragm and shutter speed

The TTL system, installed at most SLR cameras, will
properly estimate exposure while shooting with the unit.
If your camera is not equipped with the TTL system, the
table below will help approximately estimate the shutter
speed at the diaphragm of 2.0 for your film:

Film

50 100 200 400 800 1600 3200
sensitivity
(ISO)

Shutter

1 1/2 1/4 1/8 1/15 1/30 1/60
speed,
sec.

Use ISO 400 film or higher. Usage of a tripod is strongly
recommended to obtain higher quality photos.

Using a tripod is strongly recommended to achieve higher
quality photos.

7. STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE

If Unit has been kept for a long time at temperatures
lower than -40C (-40F), then prior to use the it must be
warmed up at an ambient temperature of -10C (14F) to
+40C (104F) with relative humidity below 80%.

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8. TROUBLESHOOTING

The scope does turn on

Check that the batteries are installed properly. Check the
charge of the batteries. Replace if they are weak. Do not
mix old batteries with new ones.

The target does not appear in focus.

Bring the target to the center of the image. Turning the
knob (6, Fig. 4) and focus adjustment rings (8, Fig. 4)
eyepiece achieve the clearest target acquisition on the
screen.

If the image still does not seem to be in focus, clean the
lenses. They could be foggy or dusty.

Image has disappeared.

If the objective lens of switched on the unit are exposed to
bright light it automatically shuts off to protect the image
intensifier tube from overload. When this happens, turn
the unit off, wait for a few seconds and turn it on again.

If the image has been lost at the moment of a shot, check
contacts in the battery compartment.

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Condensation accumulates on the parts

In order to avoid misting of the eyepiece lens at cold
temperature use a special protective cover.

Black dots on the screen

These are the blemishes in the image intensifier, which do
not affect the performance or reliability of a night vision
device. Blemishes may vary in size and number; those are
inherent in the manufacturing process. Most of them are
seen in the daytime only and become almost invisible
during the night time.

Bright spots on the screen

The image may contain some bright spots caused by
gradual relief of static electricity from the cathode. This
feature may appear immediately after assembling of the
device or attaching/detaching of the objective lens, and it
always disappears within 5-14 days of usage or storage.

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9. WARRANTY

NEWCON warrants this product against defects in

material and workmanship for one year from the date of
the original purchase. 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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10. 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 1­877-368-6666. 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:

2498 Superior Ave. Cleveland, OH 44114

From all other countries:

105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON

M2H 2S5, CANADA

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11. ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE

Image intensifier tube serial number:
____________________

Minimum Measured

Resolution, lines/mm 45

Photocathode sensitivity,

550

integral, A/lm

Light amplification 30,000

Production date:
_____________________________________

Quality Inspector signature:
___________________________

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NIGHT VISION RIFLE SCOPE DN

Magnification:

532 533

7x 1x

Riflescope serial number:
_________________________________________

Night vision eyepiece 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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