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NEWCON 2001© Printed in Canada
Operation Manual
NIGHT VISION MONOCULAR
PHANTOM 20
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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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.
• NEVER expose the opened objective lens of an active unit in
daylight. At daytime objective lens must be covered by caps.
There is a tiny hole in the cap to provide enough light for daytime
operation. It is allowed to turn on the unit at daytime, but caps
must cover the lenses.
• NEVER aim active unit at intense light sources (i.e. lights,
headlamps, campfires, the moon, etc.)
• NEVER reverse the polarity of a battery
• NEVER disassemble the unit
• NEVER connect the unit to external power sources
• ALWAYS remove batteries 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 when not in use
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ATTENTION!
Image quality of the object, which is being observed
When an image intensifier is functioning, depends
Mainly upon operating characters
of this image intensifier.
Due to this fact black spots, which are inherent in the image intensifier,
may be seen in the field of view of a viewing device. Field of view is
shown below.
Central zone
Boundary zone
Periphery zone
Permissible defects, which may be seen in the field of
viewing device, are given in the table
Type of
black spots
Immovable
Zone
Central
(circle of diameter
5.5 mm)
Boundary
(circle of diameter
5.5-9.0 mm)
Periphery
(circle of diameter
9.0-11.0 mm)
Entire field
(circle of diamete r
11.0 mm)
Size of black spots,mmNumber of
spots
Moving
Not limited Not limited
Not limited
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1
10
3
1
1From 0.150 to 0.294
From 0.073 to 0.150
From 0.150 to 0.294
From 0.294 to 0.400
Up to 0.073
From 0.073 to 0.150
From 0.150 to 0.294
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9. ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE
NIGHT VISION DEVICE PHANTOM 20
Serial Number _______________________________
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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CONTENTS
1. Overview
i) Application and Features of Phantom 20
ii) Warning
iii) Precautions
2. Components
3. Specifications
4. Construction
5. Operating Instructions
5.1 Pre-starting procedures
5.2 Testing of operation
5.3 Operation at night
5.4 Using interchangeable lenses
5.5 Using the camera / video adapter
6. Troubleshooting
7. Warranty
8. Customer support
9. Acceptance Certificate
THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING PHANTOM 20 NIGHT
VISION DEVICE. PLEASE DEMAND TO CHECK THE
DEVICE FOR PROPER OPERATION WHEN BUYING IT.
PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE USING.
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1. OVERVIEW
Phantom 20 Night Vision monocular is a sophisticated opticoelectronic observation device designed to allow observations of
personnel and orientation in nighttime conditions. The unit is
utilizing an image intensifier, which amplifies available moonlight,
starlight or man-made light. Waterproof, lightweight and compact this advanced system is one of the most affordable systems on the
market.
Some of the typical activities where the Phantom 20 will be useful:
boating, search and rescue, law enforcement, wildlife observation,
security.
Features
• Camera - video adaptable
• Totally waterproof construction.
• Rugged body.
• High quality wide-angle interchangeable lens (m 42x1).
• The built in infra red illuminator allows observations in total
darkness (i.e. basement or cave);
• The internal lens with focusing mechanism ensures adjustment for
sharpness for both near and remote objects;
• The eye piece allows Dyoptric adjustment for the eyes of the
viewer;
• Soft rubber eye-cap protects from the disturbing lateral light and
occasional impacts, thus making surveillance more comfortable;
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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,
AND 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.
8. 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 East 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
E-mail: newconsales@newcon-optik.com
Internet: www.newcon-optik.com
The defective products should be shipped to:
In USA: 3310 Prospect Ave. Cleveland, OH 44115
In Canada or from overseas: 1183 Finch Ave. W., Suite 302,
Toronto, ON. M3J 2G2 CANADA
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7. 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
delivery being indicated and stamped on the acceptance certificate
purchase. Should your NEWCON product prove defective during
this period, please bring the product 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, and 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, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, WHETHER OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY
SET FORTH HEREIN.
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• Standard and commonly available batteries ensure operation of
the device of no less than 10 hours;
• Two switch buttons ensure separate switching of the night vision
device and the IR LED illuminator, thus providing economic use
of batteries' power;
• Original compact design and ergonomic shape make the device
handy and comfortable to hold with one hand
• Low battery indicator
• Delayed shot off ensures automatic shot off to prevent battery
drain
Warning!
After transportation or keeping the device at temperature lower than 25°C (-13°F), the device must be warmed up to ambient temperature,
from -20°C (-4°F) to +40°C (104°F) during 2-3 hours.
Precaution
Phantom 20 is a 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.
• Do not touch the optical surfaces with fingers. Doing so may
damage the anti-reflection coating.
• Cleaning of optical surfaces is possible only with professional
camera lens cleaning supplies.
• To clean the exterior of the device, use only a soft clean cloth.
• Do not take the cover off the lens if not necessary.
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• 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 placing the scene of observation in the
center of the field of view.
• Make sure to remove the battery during periods of non-operating
and when storing the device for long period of time.
2. COMPONENTS
Phantom 20 is supplied with the following components:
NAME QUANT.
Phantom 20 1
Carrying strap 1
Case 1
Lenses (85/1.5, 300/4.5, 500/5.6, 1000/10) (optional) 4
Camera/video adapter (optional) 1
Lens cover 1
Manual 1
Warranty Registration Card 1
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6. TROUBLESHOOTING
The monocular does not work.
Check that the battery is installed properly.
Check the charge of the batteries.
Replace if it is weak.
The image does not appear in focus.
Bring the inspected object to the center of the image. Turning the
eyepiece focusing lever (3) adjust to achieve the clearest image on
the screen. Then obtain the most clear-cut image of the object
The image doesn’t appear in focus. Bring the inspected object, 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 cap closed!)
Condensation accumulates on the parts.
It is O.K. to use the monocular in cold. However, when the unit is
brought from the cold into a warm environment, it has to warm up for up
to 5 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 scope
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.
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AT INSUFFICIENT AMBIENT ILLUMINATION
Activate switch (4) for switching on the device. Press button (5) for
switching on IR illuminator. Direct the device on the object to be
viewed.
Note: The I/R turns off, if not being pressed on.
5.4. Using interchangeable lenses.
The unit is equipped with PENTAX “screw type” removable lens
F 50/1.2, M 42x1. It will accept most Pentax screw type lenses, or
using proper adapters, many other lenses.
Note: When screwing back the original lens, make sure to insert the
lens all the way, to prevent humidity penetration
5.5. Using the camera/video adapter.
Before using the adapter, remove carefully the rubber eyepiece.
The adapter consists of 2 rings:
a) Camera adapter is 52x1 mm size. It will go into the filter thread
of lenses for many cameras, lire Nikon etc.
b) Video adapter is 37 x 1mm. It will feet most Sony cameras and
some other as well. If not, check with local camera store and/or
camera manufacturer for proper step up/step down rings.
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3. SPECIFICATIONS of Phantom 20
Generation ………………………………………… …1
Magnification, X. …………………………………2.3 ± 0.2
Field of View, angle. degrees, not less......………. 16°
Focus Range, m......……………. ………………….1 - ∞
Objective focal length, mm.. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 50, M42x1
Objective F number …………………………………..1,2
Eye Relief, mm ……………………………………. …25
Eyepiece focal length, mm ……………………………15
System Resolution, mrad …………………………. …..1
Dioptric correction ……………………………….. ± 5
Camera/video adapter connecting size, mm… 52x1/37x1
Power Supply …………………… …….3V Lithium CR2
Battery life, hours:
Without I/R ……………………………………… ……25
With I/R …………………………………………. ……10
Allowed illumination, lx …………. . . . . .5-10
-3
- 1x10
-1
Allowed external temperature, °C ……………-25 ÷ +40
Dimensions, inches …………………………..7.3x3.3x2, 6
Dimensions, mm ……………………………..185x85x65
Weight, just viewer ………………………18oz; 0.535 kg
Gross Shipp. Weight ………………………..28 oz; 0,8 kg
NOTE: As the design is being continuously improved some descriptions
may differ from those given above.
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4. CONSTRUCTION
3 4 5 1 2
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7 6
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1- Body
2- Lens Focusing Ring
3- Eyepiece
4- Switch Button for the Scope
5- IR Illuminator Switch
6- IR Illuminator
7- Battery House Cover
8- Lens Cover
9- Carrying Strap
10- Low battery indicator
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5. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
NEVER OPERATE YOUR NIGHT VISION DEVICE IN
DAYLIGHT AREAS WITHOUT THE LENS COVER ON!
NEVER DIRECT THE LENS IN THE DIRECTION OF
BRIGHT LIGHT!
5.1
Pre-starting procedures.
1. Unpack the device. In order to replace the battery unscrew
battery house cover (7) and replace the battery observing the polarity
indicated; close cover (7). First, make sure the lens cap (8) is closed:
Check the functioning of the device by switching it on (click switch
4) and looking through eye-piece (3). If power supply and the battery
is O.K., you will see greenish-lit screen. If the screen is not lit, check
the battery. Replace the battery if necessary. If everything works,
now is a great time to fill the warranty card. You can find the unit’s
serial number on the button.
5.2.
Testing of operation
Turn on the device-using switch (4). Lens cap (8) must be on. Direct
the device on an object placed within 40-50 m from the viewer.
Turning the eye-piece (3) try to achieve the sharpest image on the
screen of the image tube. For close focusing rotate the front lens (2)
5.3.Operation at night
AT MOON LIGHT: Unscrew the lens cover (8). Turn on the
device-using switch (4). Turning the eyepiece focusing lever (3)
adjust to achieve the most clear image on the screen. Then obtain the
most clear-cut image of the object focusing with ring,(2). Repeat the
steps of focusing if necessary.
Note: The ON button is equipped with automatic shut off circuitry.
After a while, it will shut itself off, to prevent battery drain.
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