Your new Nikon StabilEyes binoculars represent an outstanding combination of
advanced design and technology in optics, electronics, ergonomics and control
features. They are the first to combine the most advanced image stabilizing system
with a totally waterproof design.
Until now, being able to use a pair of binoculars with power as high as 14x meant
either holding them for only a few seconds at a time or steadying them with a tripod or
pedestal. It was literally impossible to use such powerful binoculars aboard a moving
vehicle, such as a sailboat or powerboat, car, plane or helicopter without investing
heavily in exotic equipment. Nikon has changed that.
There are binoculars you can take and use anywhere to enjoy clear, bright, sharp
images that are rock steady. Every lens is multicoated and the prisms are phase coated,
a feature shared with the world's costliest roof prism binoculars.
Select the stabilization mode — LAND or ON BOARD — that best suits your situation.
While the StabilEyes is waterproof, fogproof, and robust enough to deliver many years
of dependable performance, it is also a sophisticated electro-optical instrument that
deserves proper care in its use and storage. Please read this manual carefully and
follow the instructions in order to derive the maximum performance from your
StabilEyes binoculars.
Items Supplied
StabilEyes x1
Soft case x1
Hand strap x1
Neckstrap x1
Eyepiece cap x1
Battery (AA-type alkaline) x4
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Precautions and Warnings
WARNING:
High level warning against severe personal harm or serious product damage.
CAUTION:
Precautions that should be followed in order to prevent damage to the product or injury to those using
it.
WARNING:
Never look directly at the sun or any bright light through the binoculars. Serious harm,
including loss of vision, can result.
CAUTION:
• The StabilEyes binoculars are waterproof. But
they can be damaged if water or other foreign
material (dust, sand, etc.) gain entry. Do not open
the battery compartment in a marine, highhumidity or dusty environment, as the interior of
the binoculars can be compromised. Whether
using internal batteries or external power, make
sure the O-ring and battery holder or adapter are
firmly seated, and locked in position.
• Do not change batteries or power connections in
wet or dusty conditions.
• To help prevent impact damage from dropping or
falling, do not place the StabilEyes on slippery or
unstable surfaces. Also, be aware that damage
arising from abuse or misuse can void the
StabilEyes warranty.
• If you plan to leave the binoculars stored for long
periods of time, keep them in a cool, dry location
and remove the batteries or damage could result
from leakage.
• When batteries must be replaced, replace all four
at the same time, using the same type and brand.
• Never attempt to burn batteries in a fire. An
explosion could result.
• While NiCd batteries are rechargeable, never
attempt to recharge ordinary batteries, Never
short circuit the batteries.
• Avoid extreme hot and cold temperatures and
rapid changes. (For example, if the binoculars
have been used in very cold conditions, bringing
them into a heated environment could cause
condensation to build up. Allow time for a
gradual adjustment.)
• If you use the StabilEyes at sea, Nikon
recommends that you rinse them clean by
dipping them in fresh water, without pouring
water onto them directly, following exposure to
salt spray/salt air.
• Avoid leaving the binoculars unattended and
exposed to direct sunlight. Sunlight rays passing
through the lenses could cause a fire.
• Never try to walk and use the binoculars at the
same time; accident and injury could result.
• Do not swing the binoculars by the neckstrap; the
binoculars might strike and injure someone or be
damaged by hitting a solid object.
• Please dispose of any plastic bags that may come
with StabilEyes; such bags could suffocate or
choke a small child.
• Prolonged use with contact of the rubber
eyepieces against the skin can cause irritation. If
such a condition persists, consult you doctor.
• If you experience any problem with your
StabilEyes binoculars, never attempt to repair
them yourself or have them repaired by anyone
other than NIKON VISION CO., LTD. Return it to
your local dealer or directly to NIKON.
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Getting Acquainted
1. Power on, stabilizing on
Handstrap can be
attached to either
side
5. MODE button
High-impact
polycarbonate
housing
LED II glows orange when ON
BOARD mode is selected. Glowing
green indicates LAND mode is
selected.
6. Power off
100% multicoated
optics
Large light-gathering
40mm objective lenses
3. Single fingertip
focus control
Neckstrap Loop
Handgrip Bracket
4. Diopter adjustment
100% waterproof, dry nitrogen purged
2. Eyepieces adjust for interpupillary
distance
The multi-color LED status indicator (LED
I) glows orange when the power is turned
on and when the unit is in standby; green
confirms stabilization is active. Flashing
orange and green indicates weak
batteries. Glowing red indicates the
batteries are exhausted and should be
replaced. Red flashes to warn of a system
problem.
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Interpupillary scale
Battery compartment
Battery Installation
The StabilEyes operates on four AA batteries. To
install a fresh set of batteries, turn the binoculars on
their back, and slide the lock to the open position.
Remove the battery holder and insert the batteries.
When returning the battery holder to the binoculars,
be certain to seat it properly, with the O-ring in place,
and move the slide to the locked position. This seals
the binoculars to help keep them waterproof.
Fast Start
• Press the ON button (1) — the system powers up and performs a 5-second system check
• Press the ON button (1) again, stabilization is activated
• Adjust the eyepieces (2) to match the distance between your eyes (until you see a single round
image)
• Focus left eye using focus control knob (3)
• Twist the right eyepiece (4) for any necessary diopter correction
• Select the stabilization mode — LAND or ON BOARD — that best suits your situation by
pressing the MODE button (5).
• Check focus again using only the control knob (3)
When you have finished observing, press the OFF button (6), attach the lens caps, and return the
StabilEyes to its case.
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StabilEyes Digital Image Stabilizing
— Here's How It Works
Prism Assembly
Eyepiece Lenses
EL Position Sensor
Objective Lens
AZ Position Sensor
Battery Compartment
EL Piezo Gyro Sensor
The microprocessor-controlled 14x40 StabilEyes
binoculars rely on a system that includes the
following: a gimbaled assembly with erecting
prisms, sensors that detect vibration and motion
vertically and horizontally, and direct drive motors
that provide instant correction.
AZ (azimuth) and EL (elevation) piezo gyro vibration
sensors detect any cyclical and repetitive motion,
such as that encountered on a boat (or any moving
platform); the AZ and EL gyro sensors detect the
direction in which the binocular is aimed. All four
inputs are received by the microprocessor; output
signals to the direct drive motors institute the
AZ Direct Motor
Switching Stabilization Mode
Gimbal Assembly
EL Direct Motor
AZ Piezo Gyro Sensor
necessary corrections — within the ±5° freedom of
stabilization angle — to achieve ±0° accuracy.
In operation, the system is silent. The motors
operate only when correction is called for, thus
conserving power and extending component
operating life.
Compared to other binocular image stabilizing
schemes, the StabilEyes not only eliminates jittery
images due to muscle tremor, but also corrects for
vibration as well as the kinds of movements
encountered on aircraft, sea and land vehicles.
StabilEyes allows you to switch between the two stabilization modes to suit your situation.
1. LAND mode
Select when using StabilEyes on land, in a relatively stable position with pan or tilt, such as bird watching.
2. ON BOARD mode
Select when using StabilEyes in a high-vibration situation, such as on a moving vehicle.
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Installing the Handstrap
Installing the Neckstrap
The handstrap may be installed on either side of the
StabilEyes. First, open the two snap closures on the handstrap
cushion and open both ends of the hook-and-loop strap. As
you will see, the strap is permanently attached to the
handstrap cushion. Insert one strap through the bracket on
the binoculars and press it against itself.
Then do the same with the other end of the strap. Close the
cover, snap the closures and the handstrap is ready to use.
1. Make a large loop at each end of the neckstrap.
3. Lead the strap inside the loop and through the
buckle and pull tight. Do the same with the
outer loop. Repeat on the other side of the
binoculars.
2. Insert the strap through the neckstrap bracket.
4. Neckstrap installed.
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How to Use and Focus
1. If you wear glasses or sunglasses when using
binoculars, fold back the rubber eyecup on each
eyepiece (ocular lens) so you can view complete
images.
2. Next, grasp either eyepiece and rotate it
towards or away from the center of the binocular
(the other eyepiece will move equally in the
opposite direction.)
Adjust the interpupillary distance to match the
distance between your eyes until you see just one
perfectly round image.
3. There are two steps to focusing: Close your right
eye and use only your left eye as you adjust the
focus control knob (3). When the image is sharp,
close your left eye and open your right eye. Twist
the right eyepiece, to focus for the right eye. Now
open both eyes and the binocular should be
perfectly focused. You can do this with the
StabliEyes turned on with stabilizing activated or
with the power off completely.
4. The StabilEyes power on/off sequence is simple.
Pressing the POWER ON button (1) the first time
activates an internal system check, causing the
LED I (located between the two eyepieces) to glow
orange. Pressing the POWER ON button a second
time activates stabilization, and the LED I turns
green.
The stabilization mode default is set for LAND
mode (LED II: green). Pressing the MODE button
changes it to ON BOARD mode (LED II: orange).
Pressing the MODE button causes StabilEyes to
switch modes, from ON BOARD to LAND, or vice
versa. Simply select the stabilization mode that
best suits your viewing situation.
If you press the same button a third time, the
StabilEyes goes on standby (orange LED I again).
Press it again, stabilization is reactivated. You may
repeat this process as often as you wish. Reverting
to standby conserves battery power. On the other
hand, if you leave the StabilEyes in either standby
or stabilization mode for about three minutes
without using it, it will shut itself off automatically.
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Operating System of StabilEyes
* Turning the power off automatically resets the vibration reduction mode to "Land" mode.
Press the
ON button
Power on
The system powers up
and performs a 5-second
system check
If StabilEyes is left in standby or stabilization mode for about three minutes
without using, it automatically shuts off.
Stabilization is
in standby
LED I
orange
Press the
OFF button
Power off
LED I
orange
Press the
ON button
Pressing the ON button causes StabilEyes
to switch from Standby to Active, or vice versa.
Press the
MODE button
Stabilization is
turned off
Stabilization
activated
LED I•II
off
LED I
green
ON BOARD
mode
LED II
orange
Pressing the MODE button causes StabilEyes
to switch modes, from ON BOARD to LAND, or vice versa.
LAND mode
LED II
green
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Keep Your Lenses Clean
Dust, salt and oil left from fingerprint smudges should never be allowed to remain on the lenses because
they can harm the coatings applied to lens surfaces.
Use lens cleaning tissues and lens cleaning fluid. Both are usually available wherever cameras, binoculars or
eye glasses are sold. For best results, when you need to clean one lens, clean all four.
Start by blowing off any dust that may be on the lenses. Then, follow these steps...
Take a single lens tissue and fold it twice as shown.
Roll the tissue into a cylinder and moisten only one tip with
lens cleaning fluid.
Starting in the center of the lens, gently rub in a circular
motion from the center to the outside.
Use each tissue only once. Sometimes, it may be necessary to repeat the process.
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