AURORA EXPLORERS EDITION
AURORA Explorers Edition
Accessory User Manual
ACCESSORY User Manual
SiOnyx, LLC
100 Cummings Center, Suite 135P
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 922-0684
support@sionyx.com
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What’s in the Box
The SiOnyx Aurora Explorers Edition box contains the following items:
1. Camera
2. Picatinny Rail Mount (Camera)
3. Picatinny Rail Mount (IR 940nm
Illuminator)
4. 2 SX-50 Lithium-Ion Batteries
(Camera); Wall Charger; Cigarette
Lighter Adapter
5. Neck Strap
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6. 2 18650 Lithium-Ion Batteries
(IR Light)
7. Micro SD Card & Adapter
8. IR 940nm Illuminator
9. Micro USB Cable (Camera or
Illuminator Batteries Charger)
10. 2 Allen Wrenches
Using the SiOnyx Aurora Night Vision Camera
Information on using the SiOnyx Aurora Night Vision Camera can be found in the User Manual (Click Here).
How to Attach the Picatinny Rail Mount to the Aurora
The Picatinny rail mount is designed to t in the 1/4”-20 standard mount on the bottom of your camera.
1. Align the guide post on the mount with the guide hole on the bottom of the camera.
2. Align and tighten the screw on the mount into the screw hole on the camera.
3. Loosen the quick release screw on the mount to approximate the spacing of the Picatinny rail.
4. Place the camera and mount anywhere you’d like on the rail.
5. Close the quick-release latch.
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How to Attach the Picatinny Rail Mount to the IR 940nm Illuminator
The Picatinny rail mount is designed to attach the Illuminator to your rie..
1. Loosen the four screws on the mount using the attached Allen wrench.
2. Remove the battery cap on the Illuminator. Place the battery with the positive (+) end in.
3. Slide the mount onto the Illuminator from the battery end.
4. Replace the battery cap and retighten the four screws.
5. Place the mounted Illuminator anywhere you’d like on the rail and close the quick-release latch.
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Battery
Operating Temperature Range
The operating temperature range of the Aurora camera is 14 °F – 104 °F (-10 °C – 40 °C) at 90% relative
humidity.
Tips on Reducing Battery Usage
To save your battery’s power, follow these tips:
1. Turn the camera o whenever you’re not using it.
2. Turn o WiFi, GPS, EIS, audio and chimes.
3. Reduce the brightness of the Viewnder.
4. Enable the Auto Power O feature.
Battery Storage and Handling
Here are some tips for storing and handling the battery.
Avoid exposing your camera to very cold or very hot temperatures. Low or high temperature conditions may
shorten the battery life.
Keep the battery away from heat and re. Do not dry the camera or battery with an external heat source
such as a microwave oven or hair dryer.
Do not store your battery with metal objects, such as coins, keys or necklaces. If the battery terminals come
in contact with metal objects, this may cause a re.
Do not make any alterations to the camera. Do not use unauthorized chargers. Doing so may compromise
safety, regulatory compliance, performance, and may void the warranty.
WARNING
Do not drop, disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, shred, microwave, incinerate or
paint the camera or battery. Do not insert foreign objects into the battery opening on the camera.
If the battery doesn’t t, please check the battery’s orientation and do not force it into the battery
opening.
Do not use the camera or the battery if it has been damaged – for example, if cracked, punctured or
harmed by water. Stop using the battery if there are noticeable abnormalities such as abnormal smell, heat,
deformities or discoloration. Disassembling or puncturing the battery can cause an explosion or re.
Battery Disposal
Many localities have laws in place requiring battery recycling.
To safely dispose of lithium-ion batteries, protect terminals from exposure to other metal.
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Lithium-ion batteries contain recyclable materials and are accepted for recycling by the rechargeable
battery recycling coloration’s (RBRC) battery recycling program. Visit call2recyle at call2recycle.org or call
1-800-BATTERY in North America to nd a convenient recycling location.
Never dispose of a battery in a re because it may explode.
WARNING
Only use manufacturer-recommended replacement batteries for your camera.
Keep the battery away from infants and children under 5 years old. Make sure to supervise children and
instruct them on the proper use and care of the battery.
1.1 SiOnyx Customer Care
To reach SiOnyx Customer Care, contact us at the following:
SiOnyx Customer Care
833-SiOnyx1 (833-746-6991)
Support@sionyx.com
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Warranty
SiOnyx Aurora Explorers Edition Return / Exchange Limited Warranty Policy
What’s Covered by This Limited Warranty
SiOnyx, LLC (“SiOnyx” or “we”) warrants to the original end-user purchaser (“you”) the SiOnyx-branded
product and accessories contained in the original packaging (“SiOnyx Product”), including battery, neck
strap, protective bag, and USB cable, against defects in materials and workmanship when used normally
in accordance with SiOnyx’s published guidelines for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of original
retail purchase by the end-user purchaser (“Warranty Period”). SiOnyx’s published guidelines include,
but are not limited to, information contained in technical specications, user manuals, and service
communications.
This limited warranty is only valid and enforceable in the country where the SiOnyx Product was purchased,
provided that said country is on the list of specied countries in which we sell the Aurora camera.
If the SiOnyx Product fails within the Warranty Period we will, within a commercially reasonable time, free of
charge, either repair or replace it as described below.
What’s Not Covered by This Limited Warranty
What’s Not Covered by This Limited Warranty
This limited warranty does not apply to any non-SiOnyx branded hardware products or any software, even
if packaged or sold with SiOnyx hardware. Manufacturers, suppliers, or publishers, other than SiOnyx, may
provide their own warranties to you – please contact them for further information. Software distributed
by SiOnyx with or without the SiOnyx brand (including, but not limited to, system software) is not covered
by this limited warranty. Please refer to the licensing agreement accompanying the software for details of
your rights with respect to its use. SiOnyx does not warrant that the operation of the SiOnyx Product will be
uninterrupted or error-free. SiOnyx is not responsible for damage arising from failure to follow instructions
relating to the SiOnyx Product’s use.
This limited warranty does not apply: (a) to consumable parts, such as batteries or protective coatings
that are designed to diminish over time, unless failure has occurred due to a defect in materials or
workmanship; (b) to cosmetic damage, including but not limited to scratches (including to lenses), dents,
and broken plastic on ports; (c) to damage caused by use with another product; (d) to damage caused
by accident, abuse, misuse, tampering, liquid (beyond IP67 certication), grit, impact, re, lack of proper
care or maintenance, earthquake, or other external cause; (e) to damage caused by operating the SiOnyx
Product outside SiOnyx’s published guidelines; (f) to damage caused by use of unauthorized parts or by
service (including upgrades and expansions) performed by anyone who is not a representative of SiOnyx
or a SiOnyx Authorized Service Provider (“SASP”); (g) to a SiOnyx Product that has been modied to alter
functionality or capability without the written permission of SiOnyx; (h) to defects caused by normal wear
and tear or otherwise due to the normal aging of the SiOnyx Product; or (i) if any serial number has been
removed or defaced from the SiOnyx Product.
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What Are Your Remedies Under this Limited Warranty?
All warranty claims will require an RMA number. To discuss a warranty claim and acquire an RMA number,
please call SiOnyx Aurora Customer Care at (833) SiOnyx 1 (833-746-6991). You will be required to furnish a
sales receipt/proof of purchase indicating date of purchase, amount paid and place of purchase.
If a claim is received within the Warranty Period and the SiOnyx Product is found to have failed based on a
phone evaluation by SiOnyx Aurora Customer Care we will, at our option:
• repair the camera or accessory, or
• exchange the camera or accessory with a product that is new, or which has been manufactured from
new or serviceable used parts and is at least functionally equivalent to the original product, or
• exchange the camera or accessory with a product that is a new and upgraded model which has at least
equivalent or upgraded function to the original product.
As far as applicable laws permit, the Warranty Period will not be extended or renewed or otherwise aected
due to subsequent exchange, resale, repair, or replacement of the camera or accessory. However, part(s)
repaired or replaced during the Warranty Period will be warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty
Period or for ninety (90) days from the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer.
Warranty Limitations Subject to Consumer Law
To the extent permitted by law, this limited warranty and the remedies set forth are exclusive and in lieu
of all other warranties, remedies, and conditions, whether oral, written, statutory, express, or implied and
represent our entire liability for any breach of this limited warranty. Except as provided in this limited
warranty and to the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not responsible for any consequential,
incidental, special or punitive damages or losses, whether direct or indirect, resulting from the use of this
product, or arising out of any breach of this limited warranty. SiOnyx disclaims all statutory and implied
warranties, including without limitation, warranties of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose
and warranties against hidden or latent defects, to the extent permitted by law. In so far as such warranties
cannot be disclaimed, SiOnyx limits the duration and remedies of such warranties to the duration of this
express limited warranty and, at SiOnyx’s option, the repair or replacement services described above. Some
states (countries or provinces) do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty (or condition)
may last, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the limitations described
above may not apply to you.
This Warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state (or
by country or province). Other than as permitted by law, SiOnyx does not exclude, limit, or suspend other
rights you may have, including those that may arise from the nonconformity of a sales contract. For a full
understanding of your rights you should consult the laws of your country, province, or state.
Returning Products
You may return merchandise for a refund of the product price, or exchange, if the return is made within 14
days of receipt of the item. Refunds will exclude any return shipping charges and a 15% restocking fee. You
are responsible for all shipping charges for return shipping, except for out of box failures deemed failures by
SiOnyx Aurora Customer Care.
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All returns will require an RMA number. To discuss a return and acquire an RMA number, please call
SiOnyx Aurora Customer Care at (833) SiOnyx 1 (833-746-6991).
All orders must be inspected by customers within 30 days of the date of purchase. After this time, SiOnyx will
not be responsible for items damaged in shipping, lost, or any other issues not related to technical support.
Returned or exchanged products must be in brand-new, mint condition. Items must be in the original,
undamaged manufacturer product packaging with all parts and paperwork, including instruction booklets
and packing inserts. Please do not place stickers or shipping labels on the original manufacturer’s product
package.
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