FXQ38
CORE
THERMAL IMAGING SCOPE -
FRONT ATTACHMENT
FXQ50
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THERMAL IMAGING SCOPE FRONT ATTACHMENT CORE FXQ38/50
CAMÉRA - ATTACHMENT
THERMIQUE CORE FXQ38/50
WÄRMEBILDGERAT VORDERANSATZ CORE FXQ38/50
VISOR TÉRMICO VISOR ACOPLABLE CORE FXQ38/50
TERMOCAMERA - VISORE
APPLICABILE ANTERIORMENTE CORE
FXQ38/50
ТЕПЛОВИЗИОННЫЙ МОНОКУЛЯР -
НАСАДКА CORE FXQ38/50
2-17
18-33
34-49
50-65
66-81
82-97
v.0117
SPECIFICATIONS:
Model
Microbolometer characteristics:
Detector type
Resolution, pixels
Pixel size, µm
Refresh rate, Hz
Optical characteristics:
Magnification, x
- monocular
- attachment
Lens
Digital zoom, x
Monocular’s eye relief, mm
Monocular’s exit pupil, mm
Horizontal Field of view, m @100m
Diopter adjustment, D
Max. observation range of an animal
1.7 m high, m / y
Close-up range, m
Max. recommended magnification
of day device, x
Display:
Type
Resolution, pixel
Operational characteristics:
Power supply
Battery type
External power supply
Max. operating time on a battery set, h
Degree of protection, IP
code (IEC60529)
Operating temperature, °C / °F
Dimensions, mm
inch
Weight (without/with batteries), kg//oz
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76453
Core FXQ38
Uncooled
384x288
17
50
3.1
1
F38/1.2
2
16
5
9,8 / 17,2
+5/-5
1400 / 1531
3-5
3
OLED (Green Sapphire)
5 - 7.2 V
2xCR123A
5V (USB) / 12V (EPS)
4 4
IPX5 / IPX7
-25 … +50 / -13 ... +122
180x65x60 /
7x2.6x2.4
0.4 / 0.48 // 14.1 / 17
76459
Core FXQ50
Uncooled
384x288
F50/1.2
1800 / 1970
190x65x60 /
7.5x2.6x2.4
17
50
4.1
1
2
16
5
7,5 / 5,6
+5/-5
5-7
5
640x480640x480
5 - 7.2 V
2xCR123A
IPX5 / IPX7
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Monocular CORE
Attachment’s eyepiece
Carrying case
Hand strap
External power adapter*
USB cable*
Wireless remote control
User manual
Cleaning cloth
Warranty card
* May not be included for certain orders.
The design and software of this product are subject to change for development purposes.
The latest edition of this user manual is available at www.pulsar-nv.com
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DESCRIPTION
CORE is a multifunctional thermal imaging device that can be operated either
as a monocular or a front attachment. The CORE unit as an attachment is
designed for the use in the nighttime and in the daylight in inclement weather
conditions (fog, smog, rain) to see through obstacles hindering detection of
targets (branches, tallgrass, thick bushes etc.).
CORE as a monocular allows the user to observe an object at a distance of
above 1000 metres. Unlike the image intensifier tube based night vision
devices, thermal imagers CORE do not require an external source of light and
are not affected by bright light exposure. The CORE unit has a wide range
application including night hunting, observation and terrain orientation,
search and rescue operations.
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FEATURES
Quick “monocular-attachment” conversion (2 in 1 unit)
Quick mounting and removal of attachment
Detection range above 1 km
High contrast green monochrome display
Increased Recognition and Detection Software (IRIS technology)
(software based on intellectual dynamic equalization algorhythm)
Monocular’s digital zoom 2x
Three calibration modes - manual, automatic, semiautomatic
Three operating modes – “Rocks”, “Forest”, “Identification”
Wireless remote control
External power supply available
Sustainable operation at temperatures from -25 °C to +50 °C
Degree of protection IPX5 / IPX7
Compact size
Low weight
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COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS
Lens cap
1
2
Objective lens
Lens focus knob
3
Eyepiece diopter adjustment ring
4
Eyepiece locking ring
5
Battery compartment cover
6
Bayonet-type ring of attachment’s eyepiece
7
8
Attachment’s eyepiece
9
“ON/OFF” button
“LEFT” navigation button
10
“RIGHT” navigation button
11
“MODE” button
12
2
5
4
12
4
First short
press
“ON/OFF”
Powering
the unit on
Increasing
brightness
“RIGHT”
and contrast
level*
Decreasing
“LEFT”
brightness
and contrast
level
Activating
“MODE”
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1
8
3
contrast
control
mode
* depending on the mode selected with MODE.
5
MENU / STATUS BAR ICONS:
Next short
press
Unit calibration
Increasing
brightness
and contrast
level*
Decreasing
brightness
and contrast
level
Activating
brightness
control
mode
Long press
Powering
the unit off
x2 digital
zoom
(only for
monocular)
Color
inversion
Entering
the menu
Short press
Menu operation
Unit calibration,
confirmation of
defective pixel
elimination –
in corresponding
menu option
Menu navigation –
upwards and
rightwards
Menu navigation –
downards and leftwards
Confirmation and
menu option exit
**in some menu options (clock setup).
Long press
Powering
the unit off
Confirmation and
menu option exit**,
main and auxiliary
menu exit.
Operating mode “Rocks”
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M
H
A
Operating mode “Forest”
Operating mode “Identification”
Manual calibration mode
Semiautomatic calibration mode
Automatic calibration mode
Clock setup
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11
Fig. 1
Brightness setting of menu icons
2x digital zoom
Defective pixel repair option
Cross for defective pixel repair
Brightness and contrast setup
Image inversion modes: “White hot”/“Black hot”
Return to default defective pixel pattern
Low battery indicator
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GUIDELINES FOR OPERATION
The unit has been designed for long-term use. To ensure sustainable
performance, please adhere to the following:
Before use make sure that you have mounted and adjusted the unit according
to the instructions of the section 8 “Operation”.
Store with the lens cap on in the carrying case.
Switch off the unit after use.
Attempts to disassemble or repair the unit will void the warranty!
The unit is designed for use in various operating temperatures. However, if it
has been brought indoors from cold temperatures, do not turn it on for 2 to 3
hours. This will prevent external optical surfaces from condensation.
To ensure reliable performance, it is recommended to carry out regular
technical inspections of the unit.
WARNING! Do not point the objective lens of the unit at intensive
sources of light such device emitting laser radiation or the sun.
This may render the electronic components inoperative. The
warranty does not cover damage caused by improper operation.
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
Turn the battery co mpart ment knob (6 )
counterclockwise until stop and remove it.
Install two CR123A batteries according to the
marking on the battery compartment cover and
inside it.
Replace the battery cover and press it until its
clicking position - make sure the cover is
closed on both sides.
Battery charge level is displayed on the status
bar ( ).
In case of complete battery discharge, icon is
flashing on the status bar.
Open:
Fig.2
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EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY
The supplied external power adapter allows you to use the following as
external power supply:
- power bank (output voltage 5V, USB plug) or
- EPS3I or EPS5 Battery Pack (output voltage 12V; 2.1 mm plug).
How to connect:
Open and remove the battery compartment cover (see section 7).
Install the external power adapter into the monocular’s battery
compartment (see Fig. 3). Make sure that the adapter’s latches (C)
have snapped on both sides.
Secure the cover (6) on the adapter (see Fig. 3).
Connect your power bank to the USB port (5V) or your EPS3I/EPS5
battery Pack to the external power jack (12V).
Power the unit on with a short press of the “ON/OFF” (9) button.
To remove the external power adapter, push the latches on both
sides and pull it.
Note. When using your own external power supply, central pin of the
power supply that you connect to the “power” jack of the unit, must have
marking “+”.
The power supply or the plug may have marking
Warning! When the unit operates on external power supply, the low
battery indicator (icon ) does not show the actual battery charge
level.
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C
PUSH
12V
5V
Warning: do not use rechargeable batteries since their use causes
inaccurate battery level indication and and possible disconnection during
operation.
Note: please do not use batteries of different types or batteries with
various charge levels.
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Fig. 3
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OPERATION
Unit CORE can be used as a monocular or front attachment for day device.
Original design allows the monocular to be quickly converted into attachment
and vice versa.
8.1. CORE as monocular.
Detailed description of the monocular CORE can be found in section
9 “OPERATION. CALIBRATION”.
8.2. CORE as front attachment.
CORE as attachment is designed to use a day device both in the nighttime
and daytime in inclement weather (fog, smog, rain etc.).
To convert the monocular into attachment and to mount it on a day device,
please follow instructions as follows:
Stage 1. Mounting attachment’s eyepiece on CORE unit.
Rotate the eyepiece locking ring (5) counterclockwise until you hear a
click and remove the eyepiece (Fig. 4).
Mount the on the unit as follows:attachment’s eyepiece
- Make sure that the salients (A)of the are located attachment’s eyepiece
above the lower salients (see Fig. ). 5
- Locate the so that the lock (B) is parallel to the attachment’s eyepiece
Pulsar logo (L) on unit’s body (Fig. ). 6
- Insert the into unit’s body until stop and secure it attachment’s eyepiece
by turning the b (7) clockwise.ayonet-type ring
correct
wrong
5
Stage 2. Installing the cover adapter on day device (using metal
Cover-adapters DN42/50/56 mm” (SKU#79124/79125/79126)
Select a cover adapter with an insert (bought separately) of the
required diameter depending on the outer diameter of the objective
lens of the day device.
The figures 42 mm, 50 mm, 56 mm in adapter's model name
correspond to the optical diameter of the lens of your day device.
Measure the outer diameter of the housing of the lens of your day
device and select an insert based on the data in the table below.
Example. If the lens diameter of your day device is 42mm, and the
measured outer diameter of the housing of the lens of your day device
is 47.2 mm, you need to use an insert with marking “Ø 47”.
Compatibility chart of inserts for day devices
42
50
56
45.5
46
46.5
46.7-47.6
47.7-48.6
48.7-49.6
49.7-50.6
51.6
53.4
54.7-55.6
55.7-56.6
56.7-57.6
57.7-58.6
58.7-59.6
59.7-60.6
60.7-61.6
61.7-62.6
62.7-63.6
63.7-64.6
64.7-65.6
45.5
46
46.5
47
48
49
50
51.6
53.4
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
Remove the cover (13) from the Cover by turning it counterclockwise.
Install the insert (14) into the adapter (15) all the way in (Fig.4)
Important! The insert must be installed with the narrowed part
facing downward.
Install firmly the adapter with the insert onto the objective lens (17) of
an day device (Fig.7).
Snap the lever (18) from the original OPEN position to the CLOSE
Fig.4
А
Fig.5
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position (Fig.7). Check that the adapter firmly fits the objective lens.
If you see there is a clearance, please:
- Loosen the locking screw (19) with the hex-nut wrench (S=2mm).
Tighten the screw (20) with hex-nut wrench (S=4mm) with a clamping
force necessary to ensure that the adapter fits tightly the objective
L
B
8
Fig.6
lens.
Tighten the locking screw (19).
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It is recommended that you degrease the objective lens of your day device
and the inner side of the insert before installing the cover adapter.
Fig.7
Stage 3. Mounting CORE unit on a day device
Insert firmly the CORE unit with mounted attachment’s eyepiece into the
cover adapter so that the pins in adapter’s body enter grooves of the
attachment’s eyepiece. Turn the CORE unit counterclockwise to hear a click.
Tighten the screw (20) with the hex-nut wrench, to ensure that when turning
the lever, the adapter with insert tightly fits the objective lens of day device.
Mounting eyepiece on CORE unit
To mount the eyepiece on the unit, make sure that the lower salients (C) of the
eyepiece match the lower yellow salients (Fig. 8).
Insert the eyepiece into the unit’s body and turn the locking ring (5) clockwise.
Having turned the unit on, please make sure that the line of horizon
of you day device is parallel to the upper and lower edges of the
display of the CORE monocular.
С
correct
wrong
Pic.8
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OPERATION. CALIBRATION.
Power on the unit with “ON/OFF” (9) button. In case of low battery icon
will start flashing on the status bar.
Do the image calibration. Calibration levels background temperature of
the microbolometer and eliminates image flaws.ee calibration modes are
available: manual (M), semiautomatic (H) and automatic (А).
Manual (silent) calibration mode
Open the lens cap (1).
Press briefly the “ON/OFF” (9) button to power on the unit, hold down the
“MODE” (12) button for two seconds to enter the menu.
Use the navigation buttons “LEFT” (10) and “RIGHT” (11) to select item
Cal. Select mode M. Press “MODE” to confirm. To exit the menu, press and
hold “MODE” for two seconds or wait 10 seconds for automatic exit.
Close the lens cap. Press the “ON/OFF” button to calibrate. The image will
freeze for 1-2 seconds. Then open the lens cap. Calibration is completed.
If you see image flaws (such as frozen image, vertical stripes etc.) recalibrate the unit with the lens cap closed.
Semiautomatic calibration mode
Power on the unit, open the lens cap.
Hold down the “MODE” (12) button for two seconds to enter the menu.
Use the navigation buttons “LEFT” (10) and “RIGHT” (11) to select item
Cal. Select mode H. Press “MODE” to confirm.
Press the “ON/OFF” (9) button to calibrate. The image will freeze for 1-2
seconds and you will hear the sound of the internal shutter. Calibration is
completed.
Automatic calibration mode
In automatic calibration mode the thermal imager calibrates by itself
according to the software algorythm. The detector (microbolometer) is
closed with the shutter automatically. User assisted calibration with the
“ON/OFF” button is allowed in this mode.
Power on the unit, open the lens cap.
Hold down the “MODE” button for two seconds to enter the menu.
Use the navigation buttons “LEFT” (10) and “RIGHT” (11) to select item
Cal. Select mode A. Press MODE to confirm.
At the moment of the automatic calibration the image will freeze for 1-2
seconds and you will hear the sound of the internal shutter.
Note: time intervals between calibrations depend on the heat of the
detector. The unit may require calibration more frequently on activation.
Focusing and adjusting the image
Open the lens cap (1).
Adjust sharp image of icons on the status bar by turning the eyepiece
diopter adjustment ring (4).
To control display brightness, press briefly navigation buttons - “LEFT” (10)
(decrease) and “RIGHT” (11) (increase). Selected brightness level (from 0
to 20) appears next to icon in the top right corner of the display.
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To switch to contrast control, press briefly the “MODE” (12) button
(icon appears). Press briefly navigation buttons - “LEFT” (10) (decrease)
and “RIGHT” (11) (increase) to select contrast level (from 0 to 20).
Corresponding contrast level appears next to icon in the top right corner of the
display.
Point the unit at a warm object located at a certain distance, 100 meters, for
example.
Rotate the lens focus knob (3) until you achieve quality image.
After this adjustment no further dioptre adjustment should be required,
regardless of distance or other factors. Adjust image quality only with the lens
focus knob.
Other functions
Press and hold down the “RIGHT” (11) button for two seconds to activate 2x
digital zoom (available only if the unit is used as a monocular).
Icon appears on the status bar.
Press and hold down the “LEFT” (10) button for two seconds to activate
colour inversion (functions “Hot white” and “Hot black”). When function
“White hot” is used, warm objects are represented in shades of bright colour;
“Black hot” represents objects in shades of dark colour.
Press and hold down “ON/OFF” (9) for two seconds to switch off the unit.
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MENU
The menu includes options as follows:
Operating mode
Calibration mode
Brightness setting of menu icons
Clock setup
Remote control activation
Defective pixel repair
Status bar
The status bar shows information as follows:
Operating modes (“Rocks”, “Forest”, “Identification”)
Calibration mode (manual, semiautomatic, automatic)
Digital zoom x2 activated
Color inversion activated
Clock setup
Battery status
Operating modes
The unit features three automatic operating modes: “Rocks” (enhanced
contrast), “Forest” (low contrast) and “Identification” (improved detail
rendering).
Each mode includes optimal combination of parameters (brightness, contrast,
gain etc.) to deliver best possible image in specific viewing conditions.
Press and hold down the “MODE” (12) button for two seconds to enter the
menu.
Press briefly “MODE” to confirm your choice.
Icon of the selected mode is shown on the status bar.
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Calibration modes
Please see section 8 “Operation” for details.
Brightness setting of menu icons
Press and hold down the “MODE” (12) button for two seconds to enter the
menu.
Press briefly navigation buttons - “LEFT” (10) and “RIGHT” (11) to select
icon
Select brightness level (1 to 10) with navigation buttons.
To exit the main menu, hold down the “MODE” button for two seconds or
wait 10 seconds to exit automatically.
Clock setup
Press and hold down the “MODE” (12) button for two seconds to enter the
menu.
Press briefly navigation buttons - “LEFT” (10) and “RIGHT” (11) to select
icon . Press “MODE”.
Select time format “24” or “AM/PM” with navigation buttons.
Press “MODE” to proceed to hour setup. Set with navigation buttons.
Press “MODE” again to proceed to minute setup. Set with navigation
buttons.
To exit the main menu, hold down the “MODE” button for two seconds or
wait 10 seconds to exit automatically.
Remote control activation
The wireless remote control duplicates activation of unit, color inversion and
image calibration.
It has three buttons:
The remote control has three buttons:
Button “ON” (22) – turning on/off the unit
(on – brief press/off – long press (2 sec)).
Button (23) - color inversion
Button “CAL” (24) – image calibration
To start using the wireless remote control you will need
to activate it:
Turn on the scope and select menu option
“RC activation”(icon ).
Press “MODE” (12) button, message “WAIT” will appear and countdown
will start within which you need to press and hold for two seconds any RC
button.
If the activation is successful, message “Complete” will appear next to
icon . The RC is ready for use.
If the RC does not work, replace the battery. To do this, unscrew the
screws on the rear panel of the RC, remove the cover, pull out the old
battery and insert a new CR2032 battery.
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23
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Defective pixel repair
When operating the thermal imager, there is a possibility of defective (dead)
pixels (bright or dark dots with constant brightness) appearing on the detector
which are visible on the image.
Thermal unit CORE allows you to repair defective pixels on the detector
(microbolometer) using a software-based method.
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Press and hold down the “MODE” (12) button for two seconds to enter the
menu.
Press briefly navigation buttons - “LEFT” (10) and “RIGHT” (11) to select
icon , press “MODE”.
Select icon in the pop-up submenu and press “MODE”.
A red cross appears in the centre of display, coordinates (X; Y) of the
cross relative to the centre of display appear in the place of pop-up icons,
icons disappear.
Use navigation buttons to align the center of the cross with a defective pixel
(defective pixel should go out). Switch direction of the cross from horizontal
to vertical by a short press of the “MODE” button.
After the centre of the cross is aligned with a defective pixel, press the
“ON/OFF” (9) button to repair the pixel.
In case of success a short “OK” message appears next to the coordinates.
Further on, move the cross to repair another defective pixel. When moving
the cross to the coordinates area, the latter goes to the lower right portion of
the display.
To exit menu option “Defective pixel repair”, press and hold button
“MODE” for two seconds.
Return to default defective pixel pattern
If you wish to return to the default defective pixel pattern (i.e. restore all
defective pixels previously repaired), select icon in the pop-up submenu and
press the “MODE” button.
Options “Yes” and “No” appear on the right of the “MODE” button.
Use navigation buttons to select “Yes” and press the “MODE” button.
If you choose not to return to default pixel pattern, select “No” and press
“MODE” button.
To exit the main menu, press and hold down the “MODE” button for two
seconds or wait 10 seconds to exit automatically.
Attention! One or two pixels in the form of bright white or black 1-2 pixels
dots are allowed on the display of thermal imager. These pixels cannot be
repaired and are not a defect.
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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
The unit in monocular mode features degree of protection IPX7 (fully
waterproof, submersible at 1 meter for 30 minutes); in attachment mode
IPX5 - protection against water jets.
Attempts to disassemble or repair the scope will void the warranty!
Clean the scope's optical surfaces only if necessary, and use caution. First,
remove (by blowing with a blower brush or canned air) any dust or sand
particles. Then proceed to clean by using camera/lens cleaning equipment
approved for use with multicoated lenses. Do not pour the solution directly
onto the lens!
Always store the unit in its carrying case in a dry, well-ventilated space. For
prolonged storage, remove the batteries.
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the
like.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Listed below are some potential problems that may occur when using the
X=50
Y=50
scope. Carry out the recommended checks and troubleshooting steps in the
order listed. Please note that the table does not list all of the possible
problems. If the problem experienced with the scope is not listed, or if the
suggested action meant to correct it does not resolve the problem, please
contact the manufacturer.
Problem
The unit will not turn on.
The image is blurry, with
vertical stripes and uneven
background.
The image is too dark.
Point of impact does not
match the aiming point.
Possible cause Corrective action
Batteries have been
incorrectly installed.
Battery cover is not tightly closed. Close tightly the battery cover.
Oxidized contact points in the
battery compartment or
on the battery cover due to
“leaky” batteries or contact
points becoming exposed
to a chemically reactive solution.
The batteries are fully
exhausted or one or
several batteries are faulty.
Calibration is to be done.
The lowest brightness level
is set.
Display calibration needs to be
done.
Reinstall the batteries
observing polarity.
Clean the contacts of the battery
compartment or the battery cover.
Install fresh batteries.
Do the calibration according
to section 9 “OPERATION”
Adjust display brightness.
Do display calibration as per
guidelines below.
Display calibration
Press simultaneously and hold for two seconds buttons “LEFT” (10) and
”MODE” (12) or RC buttons (23) and (24) to enter the auxiliary menu.
Press buttons “LEFT” (10) or “RIGHT”(11) to select menu item
“Display calibration”. Press “MODE” to confirm.
Auxiliary cross in a limiting frame and symbols will appear on the
1
display .
First, match the auxiliary cross and the centre of sight’s reticle.
To move the frame with the cross horizontally and vertically, press buttons
“LEFT” or “RIGHT” (or RC buttons (22),(24)). Movement takes places
upon both short and long press. To switch movement direction from
horizontal to vertical, press button “MODE” or (23) RC button.
Second, hold “MODE” (or (23) RC button) for two seconds. Figure “2”
and X, Y coordinates values appear next to the icon .
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While holding the reticle in the aiming point, move the auxiliary cross to the
point of impact with buttons “LEFT” or “RIGHT” (or RC buttons (22),(24). To
switch movement direction from horizontal to vertical, press button “MODE”
or (23) RC button. Horizontal/vertical travel range of the auxiliary cross
relative to the limiting frame is +/-10.
Eventually the auxiliary cross should match the point of impact, with the
sight's reticle being held in the aiming point.
To save display calibration parameters, keep the “MODE” button (or (23)
RC button) pressed for two seconds - display will show “OK” message; the
image of the target centre should now coincide with the centre of the of
sight's reticle.
To restore factory settings, select “Yes” in the item “Default settings”.
Parameters as follows are restored to factory settings:
Operating mode – “Forest”;
Brightness of menu symbols – 5;
Magnification – x1;
Brightness settings – 10;
Image calibration mode – automatic;
Display calibration – coordinates X=0, Y=0;
Color inversion - off;
Contrast settings – 6.
Note. Auxiliary menu items (“Display calibration” and “Default settings”)
are only available when the unit is in attachment mode.
NOTES
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