Eyepiece cap (EAP) ............................. 1
Size AA alkaline batteries ................ 2
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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:
• StabilEyes binoculars are waterproof, but cannot be
used in water. Although they float on water, you
should pick them up as soon as possible if they are
dropped into water. They can be damaged if water,
dust, sand or other foreign material get inside. Do
not open the battery compartment in a marine,
high-humidity 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.
• Confirm that the battery holder is correctly attached
in position and firmly locked.
• 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 at the
same time, using the same type and brand.
• Never attempt to burn batteries in a fire. An
explosion could result.
• While Ni-Cd 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
Objective lens
Handstrap
Battery holder
(6) VR PAUSE button
Focus control knob
(4) Diopter
adjustment ring
Battery holder lock lever
LED II:
Glows orange: VR PAUSE on
(stabilization is paused)
(2) Eyepiece lenses
(5) Stabilization lever
(5) Stabilization lever
(1) Power button
Eyepiece lenses
LED I:
Flashing orange: Power is turned on and
the unit is in standby
Glows orange: Stabilization is in standby
Glows green: Stabilization is active
Flashing orange and green:
Weak batteries
Glowing red:Batteries are exhausted and should be replaced
Flashing red: System problem
Turns off: Power is turned off
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StabilEyes Digital Image Stabilizing
— Here's How It Works
Prism Assembly
Eyepiece Lenses
Position Sensor
Objective Lens
Position Sensor
Piezo Gyro Sensor
AZ Direct Motor
• The piezo gyro vibration sensors and direct-drive motors work together to move a gimbaled assembly with
erecting prism to counteract vibration and keep the binoculars steady, which offers shake-free viewing
even from a moving vehicle.
• The position sensor activates the stabilization feature as it detects vertical and horizontal motion.
• The newly designed lenses are multicoated for bright images.
• The prisms have a special coating that gives sharper images than even before.
• The eyepieces incorporate advanced optical technology that offers a wide field of view and reduces eye
fatigue. They can be pivoted up and down for use with glasses.
• The StabilEyes 16x32 binoculars are waterproof and filled with dry nitrogen to prevent fogging of the
optical components.
Gimbal Assembly
EL Direct Motor
Fast Start
1) Press the Power button (1) to turn on. The electronic system will start up, and the binoculars will go to
Standby mode after about five seconds.
2) Adjust the eyepiece span (2) to match the distance between your eyes.
3) Use your left eye as you adjust the focus control knob (3). When the image becomes sharp, use your right
eye and turn the diopter adjustment ring (4) to focus for the right eye. Once you have performed the
diopter correction, use only the control knob (3) to check focus again.
4) Turn the stabilization lever (5) to the ON position to activate the stabilization feature. While stabilization is
activated, you can pause it by pressing the VR PAUSE button to minimize image instability while panning,
shifting among objects in view, or viewing moving objects.
5) When finished, turn the stabilization lever (5) to the OFF position and press the Power button (1) to turn
off.
6) Replace the lens caps, and return the binoculars to their case.
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How to Use and Focus
(1) Eyepiece
If you wear glasses or sunglasses when using
StabilEyes binoculars, turn the turn-slide-type eyecup
to its fully retracted position. For users with normal
eyesight, turn the eyecup to its fully extended
position.
Eyeglass wearerNon eyeglass wearer
(2) Adjusting the interpupillary distance
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.
Merge the two circular
viewfields into one.
(4) Stabilization feature
When you press the Power button the first time, the
LED lights in orange, and the binoculars go to Standby
mode. Your StabilEyes binoculars go through an
internal system check and take about five seconds to
stabilize their performance.
Then, turn the stabilization lever to the ON position.
The LED turns green, indicating that the stabilization
feature is active.
As long as you keep the VR PAUSE button pressed,
stabilization is paused, so you can minimize image
instability while panning, switching among objects in
view, or viewing moving objects. Use this function to
search among objects using the binoculars.
Setting the stabilization lever back to the OFF position
turns the stabilization feature off, and the LED turns
orange again, indicating Standby mode.
Set the stabilization lever as you wish.
Stand by mode conserves battery power.
When finished, turn the stabilization lever to the OFF
position and press the Power button to turn off.
If you leave your StabilEyes binoculars in either
Standby or Stabilization mode for a few minutes
without using them, the stabilization lever will return
to the OFF position, and the binoculars will shut off
automatically.
(3) Diopter adjustment
There are two steps to focusing: Close your right eye
and use only your left eye as you adjust the focus
control knob. 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
binoculars should be perfectly focused. You can do
this with the StabliEyes turned on with stabilizing
activated or with the power off completely.
When you view a different subject, adjust the focus
control knob until you obtain a sharp image.
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Focus control knob
Diopter
adjustment ring
Operating System of StabilEyes
* When power is turned off, the vibration reduction mode resets automatically to "OFF".
Press the Power
button
Power on
The system powers up
and performs a
5-second system check
Stabilization lever: OFF
Stabilization is
in standby
Power on
LED I: Flashing
in orange
If StabilEyes is left in standby for about five minutes, or stabilization mode,
while activated, is not used for about one minute, they automatically shut
off.
Use the
stabilization lever
LED I: orange
Pressing the VR PAUSE
button
Press the Power
Stabilization is
turned off
Stabilization lever: ON
Stabilization
activated
button
Power off
LED I: off
LED I: green
Pause stabilization as long as the VR
PAUSE button stays pressed.
Stabilization lever
Power button
LED I
VR PAUSE button
Stabilization
paused
LED II: green
LED II
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Battery Installation
1) Slide the battery compartment release knob on
the handstrap to the Open position to release
the battery holder.
2) Insert two new size AA alkaline batteries.
3) Attach the battery holder to the handstrap and
slide the release knob to the locked position to
secure the compartment.
Sliding the release knob
Open
(Remove the battery
holder.)
Close
(Secure the battery
holder.)
WARNING
• Use the same type of batteries. Do NOT mix old and new batteries. Doing so can cause
leakage or rupture.
• When changing the batteries outdoors, be sure not to let any water get into the battery
compartment.
• If you plan to leave the binoculars stored for a prolonged period, remove the batteries in
order to prevent natural discharge and/or leakage.
When the batteries are removed, keep the battery holder attached to the handstrap to
protect the internal contact points.
• Keep the contact points away from any metal. Damage could result.
• NEVER slide the stabilization lever to the ON position if you do not have two batteries
installed. Damage could result.
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How to use the handstrap
The binoculars can be more securely held when you slip
your hand through the handstrap.
Slip your hand through the handstrap and adjust the belt
length.
To tighten the strap, pull the belt on the eyepiece end.
To loosen the strap, lift the buckle on the backside of the
handstrap and pull on the belt.
The handstrap also serves as the battery holder. Do NOT
apply strong force or remove the strap from the
binoculars. Damage could result.
Installing the Neckstrap
WARNING
1) Make a large loop at each of the neckstrap
3) Lead the strap inside the loop and through
the buckle and pull tight. Do the same with
the outer loop.
2) Insert strap through neckstrap bracket
4) Do the same with the opening in the
binoculars to attach the strap on the other
side.
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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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