Pulsar RECON X850, RECON X870 Instructions Manual

RECON X850/X870

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X850 / X870

X850 / X870

X850 / X870

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X850 / X870

X850 / X870

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For improvement purposes, design of this product is subject to change.

Digital Night Vision
Recon X850/X870
Carrying case

Wrist strap

Video cable
Lens cloth
User manual
Warranty card

3

Built-in laser IR Illuminator (visible or invisible) with power
adjustment

640x480 OLED display

5.5x optical magnificaion
2x digital zoom

Sensitive CCD array

Signal Processing Program SumLight™
Long viewing distance
High Aperture Lens (F/d=1.0)
Display brightness adjustment

High Resolution
Compact & Lightweight
Video Output

External power supply

Resistant to Bright Light Exposure
Additional Weaver MIL-STD-1913 Rail for Accessories
Ergonomic eyeshade that protects against lateral ambient light

FEATURES

Your digital night vision monocular Recon X850/X870 is perfectly
suited to a wide range of applications including:

Outdoor observation

Video recording and image capture

Hunting & camping
Sports and night navigation/observation
Search and rescue
Equipment maintenance

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Turn the lever of the battery compartment 90 degrees in “Open”
position and remove the battery cap.

Install four AA batteries as indicated (see illustration). Rechargeable
batteries are recommended for use.
Replace and the battery cap turn the lever 90 degrees clockwise

Low battery icon is located on the data panel. When the battery is
low, the LED indicator (3) lights red.

Attention!

Please do not use batteries of different types or batteries with various
charge level.

3

2

5,5

50 mm, F/ 1,0
300 / 328

5.5 / 9.6

±5

5,5

50 mm, F/ 1.0
350 / 383

5.5 / 9.6

±5

22

55

1

Characteristics of the built-in laser IR Illuminator

Wavelength, nm
Equivalent power, mW
Safety class for laser equipment according to

IEC 60825-1:2014

125 125

780 915

1

Max. detection range of an object measuring 1.7x0.5 m in natural night conditions
(quarter moon).

Depending on the region of sale.

*

**

Optical characteristics

Optical magnification, x

Objective lens
Max. detection range with laser IR on, m/yds*
Field of view, degree / m @100m

Eyepiece dioptre adjustment, D

Operational characteristics

Operating voltage, V

Operation time with one set
of batteries (built-in IR off/on), hour

Tripod mount, inch
Operating temperature

Dimensions, mm:
inch:
Weight (without batteries), kg/oz

4 ÷ 6 (4xAA)

PAL/NTSC**

CCD / 752x582

¼

-25 °C ~ +50 °C / -13 °F ...122 °F

176x83x62

7.4x3.3x2.4

0.42 / 1

4.8

4 ÷ 6 (4xAA)

PAL/NTSC**

¼

176x83x62

7.4x3.3x2.4

0.42 / 14.8

CCD / 752x582

78081

78082

RECON X850

RECON X870

Digital zoom, x

Close-up range, m

External power supply

DC 8,4 ÷ 15V DC 8,4 -15V

OLED / 640x480

OLED / 640x480

Degree of protection, IP code (acc. to IEC60529)

IPX4 IPX4

4 / 3

4 / 3-3.5

Electronic characteristics

Display: type / resolution, pixel
Sensor: type / resolution, pixel
Output video signal standard

Sensitivity of the device, mW

- wavelength 780 nm, resolution 25 lines per mm)

- wavelength 915 nm, resolution 25 lines per mm)

-5

4x10

-4

2x10

-5

4x10

-4

2x10

5

7

1 2

9

11

4

10

++

-

+

-

++

-

+

12

5

6

7
8

9

10

11

12

1
2

3

4

LED indicator
Display brightness adjustment wheel

Built-in laser IR Illuminator

External power supply jack

Objective lens
Button “ON”

Button “IR”

Eyepiece

Video output
Button “S” (function SumLight™)
Button “Zoom” (digital zoom)
Mount for accessories

Function “SumLight™” is on

Display brightness level

IR Illuminator power level

2x digital zoom

Low battery indicator
Indication for external power supply

x2

Function “SumLight™” is off

15

6

The device can be powered with an external DC power supply (2.1mm pin)
with stabilised voltage ranging from 8.4V to 15V or a 12V vehicle socket.
External power supply (AC/DC) is to be connected to port (12).

Note: the central pin of the power supply that you connect to the jack of the
device must have marking “+”.
The power supply may have marking

+

-

Connection of an external power supply (icon on the data panel)
automatically cuts off power supply from batteries.

External power supply DOES NOT charge the batteries in the device!
Attention! We suggest that you use battery packs EPS3 or EPS5
ensuring from 9 to 20 hours of continuous operation.

DATA PANEL ICONS

5

4

AV out

(yellow)

6

Remove the lens cap from the objective lens (1).

We suggest that you do not open the lens cap when conducting
observation in the daytime at elevated illumination levels. The light
filter, built in the cap, reduces excessive image brightness and makes
observation more comfortable.

Activate the device by pressing the «ON» (2) button - the green LED (3)
will light up. If the battery is low the color of the indicator will turn red.
To turn off the unit, press the «ON» (2) again.
Locate an object within 20 to 30 meters.
Adjust image brightness by turning the adjustment wheel (4).

Brightness level from 0 to 20 is shown next to the icon in the upper part
of the display and then on the data panel.

Note: on activation the device retains the function status before it was
turned off.

Rotate the eyepiece (5) and objective lens (1) until you see a sharp
image.
When changing the viewing distance, try to see a sharp and high­quality image by rotating the objective lens (1) and brightness
adjustment wheel (4). Do not rotate the eyepiece (5) - the device has
already been individually adjusted.

To activate the 2x digital zoom, press the “Zoom” (10) button.
To increase range of detection and identification in low light conditions

or in complete darkness, you may switch on the built-in laser IR
Illuminator (6) by pressing the “IR” button (7). Press the “IR” button
successively to change power level (from 1 to 3). Respective icon

or will appear on the display and data panel.
Keep the “IR” button pressed for two seconds to turn off the IR
Illuminator.

APPLICATION

7

“Video out” jack (8) is designed to connect external recording devices
and to transmit video signal to monitors, TV sets etc.

Plug one jackplug of the video cable (supplied) into Recon's video
output (8) and the second jackplug (AV OUT) to an external device.
Turn on the device - an image will appear on the display of an external
device.

™

FUNCTION SUMLIGHT

The use of Sum Light™ substantially increases sensitivity of the CCD
array thus enabling observation in low light without using the IR
Illuminator.
The function is activated by default - icon is shown on the data panel.
To turn off the function, press the “S” (9) button. Icon is shown on the
data panel.

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11

The device is equipped with a special mount (11) that allows you to affix
various accessories, such as IR Flashlight, external power supply
(EPS3) , video recorder (CVR640) etc.
The unit also has a ¼” standard socket for installation on a tripod.

ACCESSORIES

PECULIARITIES OF USE

Turn off the device when not in use and when carrying the unit.
The device can be used in daylight as well as nighttime conditions.
However, do not point the device towards bright sources of light.

After using the device in cold temperatures, please, wait up to 2-3
hours before using the device in the warm temperatures. This helps
prevent condensation on the lenses.
Do not leave the device in direct sunlight. Do not submerge in water.
Do not subject the digital NV device to shock or impact. Do not drop.
Sand, dust, and salt can damage the device.
Do not connect any non-recommended accessories (headphones,
for example) to the «Video out» port. This may damage the device
and void any guarantee.

VIDEO OUT JACK

Attention! However please note that higher sensitivity causes an
increased noise level in the picture, lower frame rate; image slows
down, if the riflescope is rapidly moved from one side to the other,
the picture may be blurred for a moment. Neither of these effects is a
flaw of the unit. After the SumLight™ Signal Processing Program is
activated, light dots (pixels) may appear in the field of view which is
explained by operation peculiarities of this function. This is not a
defect either.

7

The housing of the device can be cleaned with a soft cloth. Do not use
an abrasive cloth/chemical cleaning solutions.
Always use cleaning equipment designed for photographic
equipment. Dust can be removed from the lens with a soft brush. The
lens can be cleaned with any cloth designed for cleaning optical
equipment. Do not pour lens cleaner on the lens itself!
Condensation on the lens may occur when bringing the device in from
the cold. This is normal; condensation should disappear within one
hour.

Important Note

Do not clean lenses and unit surfaces with any paper, such as
newspaper, notebook paper, etc.: this can damage the coating.

STORAGE

Remove the unit's batteries if the device will not be used for a long time. Always
store the unit in its case in a dry, well-ventilated area away from heating/air
conditioning vents and other heating devices.

CLEANING

TROUBLESHOOTING

The table below lists possible problems that you may encounter with your
equipment. If the problem is not listed or the corrective actions listed do not
correct the issue please notify the manufacturer.

Test of inspection Corrective action

Problem

Monocular fails
to activate.

Poor image.

There are several
light or black dots
(pixels) on the display
of the device.

Visual.
Check for defective, missing
or improperly installed
batteries.

Check the objective lens and
eyepiece, making sure they are
focused according to the
instructions listed in section:
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

Check for fog or dirt on the lens.
The brightness adjustment wheel
(4) is in its extreme position.

Presence of dots is caused
by matrix production technology
and is not a defect unless
quantity exceeds 7.

Replace or install batteries.

Follow the instructions
to adjust the device.

Adjust brightness with the wheel.

No action needed.

Peculiarities of CCD array

CCD arrays employed in Pulsar digital night vision devices, feature high quality. However certain white and
black defective dots and variable amplitude spots are allowed. These defects can be easily detected when
conducting observation both in the day and in the nighttime. Presence of white and black dots, spots and other
minor defects of a CCD array (up to 4%) are acceptable in accordance with regulations of the sensor producer.
Visibility on the screen of a white defect of equal defect level depends on the type of CCD array, camera type,
temperature increase after the unit is switches on.

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When focusing on the display (you can see the fine black net) a
maximum of seven light or dark spots on the whole field of view in the
image plane is acceptable.
Design of the unit does not provide for adjustment of the IR­illuminator.

The built-in laser IR Illuminator complies with the Class 1
pursuant to standard IEC60825-1. This guarantees safety of the
device. However avoid looking directly at the working laser
diode.

9

8

The unit does not operate
on external power

supply.

Make sure your power supply
provides output voltage.
Make sure the central
pin of the external
power supply is intact.

Charge the power supply
(if required).
If it's necessary, unbend
the pin to ensure electric contact.

Vision nocturne digital X850/X870

Étui de transport
Dragonne
Câble vidéo

Chiffon doux
Guide d'utilisation
Carte de garantie

CONTENU DE L'EMBALLAGE

Le design de ce produit pourrait-être amené
à changer, afin d'améliorer son utilisation.

Distance max. de la detection du object avec dimensions 1,7x0,5 m à l'éclairage nocturne
(un quart de la lune).

Selon le lieu de vente.

*

**

10

Caractéristiques techniques
MODÈLE

Caractéristiques optiques:

Grossissement optique, fois

L'objectif

Distance maximum de la détection avec la torche IR, m*
Champ de vision, degré d'angle / m @100m

Ajustement dioptrique de l'oculaire, dioptries

Caractéristiques fonctionnelles:

Tension de travail

Temps max d'utilisation avec un kit de batteries

(infrarouge intégré arrêt/marche), h
Support de trépied, pouce

Température d'emploi

Dimensions, mm
Poids (sans batteries), kg

1

6 (4xAA)

¼

-25 °C ~ +50 °C

176x83x62
0,42

6 (4xAA)

¼

176x83x62
0,42

Torche IR a laser intégrée

Longueur d'onde, nm
Puissance équivalente, mW
Classe de dispositifs laser selon IEC 60825-1:2014

(sécurité de fonctionnement des dispositifs laser)

780
125

915
125

5,5

50 mm, F/ 1,0
300

5,5 / 9,6

±5

5,5

50 mm, F/ 1,0
350

5,5 / 9,6

±5

1

1

78081

78082

RECON X850

RECON X870

22

55

Zoom numerique, fois

Distance de mise au point minimale, m

Classe de protection, code IP (IEC 60529)

IPX4 IPX4

2

11

Torche IR a laser intégrée (visible ou invisible) avec ajustement de
puissance
L’écran OLED avec une résolution de 640x480 pixel
Grossissement optique 5,5x
Zoom numerique 2x

Spectre CCD hautement sensible

Sum Light™ (activation de l'algorithme d'accroissement de
sensibilité)

Grande distance d'observation
Haute ouverture de la lentille (F/d=1.0)
Réglage de la luminosité de l'écran

Haute résolution
Compact & léger
Sortie Vidéo

Alimentation extérieure

Résistant aux expositions de lumière vive
Rail Weaver MIL-STD-1913 supplémentaire en accessoire
Une visière ergonomique rotative qui protégé de la lumière ambiante
latérale

Votre monoculaire vision nocturne digital Recon X850/X870 convient

parfaitement à une large gamme d'applications incluant:

L'observation en extérieur

La chasse & camping
Les sports et l'observation en navigation nocturnes
Les secours et les patrouilles de recherche

La maintenance des équipements

Tournez la poignée du couvercle de du compartiment à piles
90°enlever et enlever le couvercle.
Installez quatre piles AA comme indiqué (voir illustration). Les piles
rechargeables sont recommandées.
Replacez le couvercle et revissez le couvercle du compartiment à
piles et tournez la poignée de 90° dans le sens horaire.

Le niveau de chargement s'affiche sur le panneau d'information.
Si les batteries sont complètement vidées une icône de couleur rouge
clignotante apparaît sur le panneau d'information.

Attention! Ne pas utiliser des différents types de piles ou des piles avec des
niveaux de charge différents.

INSTALLATION DES PILES

TRAITS DISTINCTIFS

3

DC 8,4 -15V DC 8,4 -15V

Alimentation extérieure

¼

4 / 3

4 / 3-3,5

PAL/NTSC**

CCD / 752x582

PAL/NTSC**

CCD / 752x582

OLED / 640x480

OLED / 640x480

Caractéristiques électroniques

Ecran: type / resolution, pixel
Senseur: type / résolution, pixel
Standard du signal de sortie vidéo

Sensibilité du dispositif, mW

- longueur d'onde 780nm, résolution 25 lignes/mm)

- longueur d'onde 915nm, résolution 25 lignes/mm)

-5

4x10

-4

2x10

-5

4x10

-4

2x10

12

5

6

7
8

9

10

11

12

1
2

3

4

L’inidcateur LED

La molette d'ajustement de la luminosité

La torche IR a laser intégrée

Port pour le raccordement de l'alimentation extérieure

Objectif

Bouton “ON”

Bouton “IR”

L’oculaire

Sortie video
Bouton “S” (fonction SumLight™)
Bouton “Zoom” (zoom numerique)
Montage spécial pour accessoires

Fonction “SumLight™” activée

Réglage du niveau de la luminosité de l’écran

Affichage du niveau de puissance de la torche IR

Zoom 2xnumérique

Indication de la décharge des batteries
Affichage de fonctionnement avec un bloc

d'alimentation extérieur

x2

Fonction “SumLight™” desactivée

15

6

13

L'appareil peut fonctionner à l'aide d'une source extérieure d'alimentation
(prise mâle 2,1mm) ou d'un réseau d'automobile. La plage de la tension
d'entrée varie de 8,4V à 15V.
Une source extérieure d'alimentation(AC/DC) doit être raccordée au port (12).

Attention!

Dans la cheville de contact de l'alimentation raccordée au viseur le contact
central doit être “+”. Le marquage possible sur la cheville de contact ou sur la
source d'alimentation

+

-

Lors du raccordement d'une source extérieure d'alimentation (sur le panneau
d'affichage apparaît une icône ) l'alimentation par piles est coupée.

Pen dant le fonct ionnemen t à l 'aide d' une sour ce ex térieure
d'alimentation la charge des accumulateurs ne se produit pas!
Remarque: veuillez utiliser l'alimentateur externe EPS3 ou EPS5, qui
permet d'assurer le fonctionnement autonome d'une durée de 9 à 20
heures.

ELEMENTS ET ORGANES DE COMMANDE

PICTOGRAMMES DU PANNEAU D’AFFICHAGE

5

7

1 2

9

11

4

10

++

-

+

-

++

-

+

12

AV out

(jaune)