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9. 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 (416) 663-6963. Our operating hours are
9am-5pm, Monday - Friday, standard Eastern Time.
At no time should equipment be sent back to Newcon without following the
instructions of our technical support department. Newcon accepts no
responsibility for unauthorized returns.
To locate the NEWCON Authorized Dealer call:
Tel: (416) 663-6963 Fax: (416) 663-9065
Email: NEWCONSALES@NEWCON-OPTIK.COM.
The defective products should be shipped to:
In USA: 3310 Prospect Ave. Cleveland, OH 44115
In Canada: 1183 Finch Ave. W., Suite 302, Toronto,
ON. M3J 2G2
10. ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE
NIGHT VISION DEVICE
Serial Number ____________________
Model: BN-5
Corresponds to technical conditions ADSH 3.807.020 TU and is
admitted for use.
Date of production -____________________
Place for seal
Quality inspector ____________________
(signature)
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OPERATION MANUAL
NIGHT VISION BINOCULARS
BN-5
In USA : 3310 Prospect Ave. Cleveland, OH 44115
In Canada : 1183 Finch Ave. W., Suite 302, Toronto, ON. M3J 2G2 Canada
Tel: (416) 663-6963 Fax: (416) 663-9065
Email:newconsales@newcon-optik.com
Internet: www.newcon-optik.com
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CONTENTS
1- Important Information
2- Overview
i) Application and Advantages of BN-5
ii) Warning
iii) Precautions
3- Components
4- Specifications
5- Construction
6- Operating Instructions
6.1 Pre-starting procedures
6.2 Testing of operation
6.3 Operation at night
7- Troubleshooting
8- Warranty
9- Customer support
10- Acceptance Certificate
1. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read prior to activation
You have just purchased a complicated electronic device. To operate it
properly, please read this manual carefully. Here are
some common precautions that must be noted.
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securely packaged in its original container or an equivalent, along
with proof of the date of original purchase, to your NEWCON
Dealer. NEWCON will, repair (or at its option replace), 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 in not responsible for warranty service should the
product fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly as
a result of misuse, abuse, improper installation, neglect, damage
caused by disasters such as fire, flood, lightning, improper electrical
current, or service other than by a NEWCON Authorized Service.
Postage, insurance, or shipping costs incurred in presenting your
NEWCON product for warranty service are your responsibility.
Please include a cheque or money order made out to NEWCON
OPTIK for the amount of US$10.00 to cover shipping and handling.
NEWCON OPTIK may replace any product that has been
discontinued or is out of stock, by another current product of
comparable value and function.
NEWCON OPTIK DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
WHETHER OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE,
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN. THE SOLE OBLIGATION OF
NEWCON UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE TO REPAIR OR
REPLACE THE COVERED PRODUCT, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS SET
FORTH HEREIN. NEWCON EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY LOST PROFITS,
GENERAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHICH MAY
RESULT FROM BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY, OR ARISING OUT OF THE USE
OR INABILITY TO USE ANY NEWCON PRODUCT.
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If the view still does not seem in focus, clean the lenses; they could be
foggy or dusty.
Unit flashes
It is normal for the unit to flash within the first 2 minutes of activation.
If the flashing continues afterwards the following is a possible cause:
bright environment (even with the caps closed!)
Condensation accumulates on the parts.
It is O.K. to use the unit in cold. However, when the unit is brought
from the cold into a warm environment, it has to warm up for up to 2
hours (not minutes!). Only then it is allowed to turn it ON again.
Visibility decreases and / or disappears.
Bright light sources (moon, projectors or headlights) may cause
visibility to degrade or even completely disappear. Move the
binoculars away from the light source immediately. The image should
be restored in within 2 minutes.
Poor atmospheric conditions such as fog, haze or extremely dark
environments will decrease the visibility distance of the unit.
8. WARRANTY:
NEWCON OPTIK warrants this product against defects in material
and workmanship for one year from the date of the original date of
consumer's purchase, but no more than 18 months from the date of
manufacturing. Should your NEWCON product prove defective during
this period, please bring the product
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• NEVER disassemble the unit. This device contains high
voltage, which may be hazardous to your health!
• NEVER expose the opened objective lens of an active unit in
daylight. (Note: 1st generation units will still remain active for a
few minutes after switching the unit off). At daytime objective
lens must be covered by caps. There is a tiny hole in the lens
caps to provide enough light for daytime operation. It is allowed
to turn on the unit at daytime, but the lenses must be covered by
caps.
• NEVER aim active unit at intense light sources (i.e. lights,
headlamp, campfires, the moon, etc.)
• NEVER reverse the polarity of a battery
• NEVER connect the unit to external power sources
• ALWAYS keep the objective lenses covered when not in use
• ALWAYS store in a warm dry place when not in use
• ALWAYS remove battery when not in use for a long period
THANK YOU
FOR PURCHASING THE NIGHT VISION BINOCULARS BN-5.
PLEASE DEMAND TO CHECK THE DEVICE FOR PROPER
OPERATION WHEN BUYING IT. PLEASE READ ALL THE
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING.
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2. OVERVIEW
The night vision BN-5 is observational optico-electronic
binoculars, intended for examining objects and orientation at nighttime
or dark conditions. The unit utilizes 2 (two) image intensifiers which
amplify available moonlight, starlight or man-made light. The
binoculars were designed to be easy to use, and provide many years of
operation.
Some of the typical activities where the BN -5 Night Vision
Binoculars will be useful:
• law enforcement
• wildlife observation
• security
• search and rescue
• hunting
Features
• Built-in Infra Red illuminator allows observations in total darkness
(i.e. basement, cave or dark room);
• 2 (two) image intensifiers, one for each eye; provides stereo vision;
• Independently adjustable eyepieces;
• Inter-pupilary distance adjustment;
• Lightweight and comfortable;
• Soft rubberized eye pieces makes the viewing more comfortable;
• Water-resistant
• Works on standard AA batteries.
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6.3 Operation at Night
Take off the lens covers (7) from the lenses (6). Turn on the
device by pushing and holding switch (4). In case of insufficient
lighting when observing an object which is situated not far from the
viewer, turn on the I/R illuminator by pushing and holding switch
(3). When the I/R button is released the I/R illuminator will turn
off.
Note: The illuminator will be activated only if the unit has
been already switched on by switch (4).
Note: When looking directly in front of the binoculars
operational illuminator appears as a red dot, a size of a lit cigarette.
The illuminator can be also detected using night vision device.
Therefor, if you need to remain undetected, use the illuminator with
caution.
If brightness of the screen is decreasing, replace the batteries. After operation the
unit will automatically turn off after few minutes, till the complete discharge of
the units power. Put protective lens caps on the lenses. This feature can be used
to economically utilize the battery’s power by periodically switching on and off
the device during operation. After operation remove the battery from the battery
compartment to avoid any damage of the device in case of occasional leakage of
electrolyte from the battery.
7. TROUBLESHOOTING
The binoculars do not work.
Check if the battery is installed properly.
Check the charge of the battery. Replace if it is weak.
The image does not appear in focus.
Bring the inspected object to the center of the image. Turning the
eye-pieces (5) adjust to achieve the clearest image on the screen.
Repeat the steps of focusing if necessary
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6. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
NEVER OPERATE YOUR NIGHT VISION DEVICE IN
DAYLIGHT AREAS WITHOUT THE LENS COVERS ON!
NEVER DIRECT THE LENS IN THE DIRECTION OF
BRIGHT LIGHT!
Pre-starting procedures.
6.1 Unpack the device. In order to install the battery, first
open the battery house cover (2), and install the battery. Observe the
correct polarity indicated on the housing. Close the battery house
cover.
6.2 Check the functioning of the device by switching it on
(push and hold button 4) and looking through eye-pieces (5). (Make
sure the lens caps are on while operating during the day). If power
supply and the batteries are O.K., you will see greenish lit screen. If
the screen is not lit, check the batteries. Replace the battery if
necessary. If everything works, now is a great time to fill the warranty
card.
Note: The unit will remain on for up to several minutes after
switching the power off. This is normal.
Testing of operation:
Direct the device on an object placed within 8-15m from the viewer.
Turning the eye-pieces (5) try to achieve the sharpest image on the
screen of the image tube. Adjust the distance between the eyes by
folding the binoculars until 2 images will merge into 1.
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Warning! After transportation or keeping the device at temperature
lower than -25°C (-13°F), the device must be warmed up to ambient
temperature for at least 2 hours.
Precautions
BN-5 is a sophisticated precision optical instrument equipped with
electronics. Therefore, it should be handled with due care.
• Keep your device away from direct sunlight, impacts, dust,
moisture, and sudden changes of temperatures.
• Cleaning of optical surfaces is possible only with professional camera
lens cleaning supplies.
• Do not touch optical surface with fingers. Doing so may damage the
anti-reflection coating.
• To clean the exterior of the device, use only a soft clean cloth.
• Do not take the covers off the lenses if not necessary.
• Keep away from heating appliances and central heating.
• Make sure to switch off the unit during periods of non-operation and
when storing the device for long period of time.
• Do not apply superfluous efforts at work with lens assembly, agile
elements and thread connections.
Due to considerable optical magnification of the eye-piece some small
structures inside the tube coating in the form of dark and/or white points
may be seen in the field of view which does not affect the serviceability
of the device
The resolving power (resolution) may change in the direction from the
center towards the perimeter of the field of view. This is an inherent
feature of the image tube type utilized in the device. We would
recommend to place the scene of observation in the center of the field of
view.
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3. COMPONENTS
BN-5 are supplied with the following components:
BN-5 1
Strap 1
Lens caps 2
Manual 1
Warranty Registration Card 1
AA batteries (optional) 2
4. SPECIFICATIONS OF BN-5
BN-5
Magnification, X 2.4
Field of View, degrees, not less
26°
Dyoptric correction
± 4
Interpupillary distance 54-76mm
Required light levels:
Without Illuminator
With Infra Red Illuminator
From:0.1 lux
(cloudy moon less nigh)
To:1.5 lux (twilight)
Total darkness
Operating Temperature
(air humidity 80% at 20°C)
35°C to-30°C
Battery 2xAA
Battery life, hours(0.8 ah capacity25±10°C)
With I/R 4
Without I/R 6
Dimensions, mm 165x204x67
Weight, kg 1.2
NOTE: As the design is being continuously improved some descriptions may differ
from those given above
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5. CONSTRUCTION
1. I/R illuminator
2. Battery House Cover
3. I/R illuminator “On” Switch
4. “On” Switch for the unit
5. Eye-piece
6. Objective Lenses
7. Lens Covers
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2
6
7
2
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