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1. 4 3 2 CLEANING PROCEDURES Clean the Zeus and optional items as follows 1 Gently brush off any dirt from the equipment using only a clean soft cloth 2 Moisten the cloth with fresh water and gently wipe the external surfaces except for optical sur faces 3 Dry any wet surfaces except for optical surfaces with another clean dry soft cloth 4 Using a lens brush carefully remove all loose dirt from optical surfaces objective lens and eye piece 5 Slightly dampen a cotton swab with ethanol and lightly and slowly wipe optical surface Clean the optical surface by circular movements from the center to the edge not touching the lens holder and changing cotton swab after each circular stroke Repeat until the optical surface is clean 6 Clean the battery contact surfaces and contact springs with a pencil eraser and or alcohol and cot ton swabs CAUTION Thoroughly dry each item before replacing into the storage carrying case 4 3 3 BORE SIGHTING Perform the Zeus bore sighting When the Zeus is mounted to weapon for the first time After repair of the Zeus weapon As the need arises in case of systematic inaccuracy and missing the target Refer to Part 3 3 2 for boresight procedure 4 3 4 BATTERY REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT Refer to Part 3 1 1 for battery installation procedures Replace the remote control batteries as follows 1 Using a screwdriver unscrew the four screws A Figure 4 1 that secure the2. Cap AZSOLC 3 Objective Lens Assembly AZSOLA 4 Battery Cap AZSBC 5 Turn pull Switch AZSSWT 6 Eyepiece Assembly AZSEPA 7 Eyecup AZSEC 8 Side Picatinny Weaver Rail AZSRRL 9 Riser AZSRSR 10 M4x20 Flat Head Socket Cap Screw ALT 11 CR 123A Lithium Battery ALT 12 Advanced Wireless Remote Control ANVR000001 13 Picatinny Adapter for Advanced Wireless Remote Control ANRA000002 14 Operation and Maintenance Manual AZSOMM 15 Soft Carrying Case AZSSCC 16 Hard Shipping Storage Case ANHC000004 39 ARMASICOHT Armasight Inc 815 Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco CA 94080 USA Phone 888 959 2259 Fax 888 959 2260 Intl Phone Fax 650 492 7755 info armasight com CAUTION This product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions The FDA has reported an increase in the number of deaths that are associated with an apparent sensitivity to natural latex proteins If you are allergic to latex it is a good idea to learn which products contain it and strictly avoid exposure to those products www armasight com
3. Maintenance Checks and Services 33 4 2 Operator Troubleshooting 35 B 1 Zeus Spare Parts List 39 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL USAGE You must familiarize yourself with the entire manual before operating the equipment Read the entire maintenance checklist before performing maintenance Follow all WARNINGS CAUTIONS and NOTES MANUAL OVERVIEW The Manual contains sections on operating and maintaining the Zeus Thermal Imaging Riflescope Throughout this Manual the Zeus Thermal Imaging Riflescope will be referred to as the Zeus or the equipment The Product Warranty Registration Card is in Appendix A A List of Spare Parts is in Appendix B INTRODUCTION 1 1 1 TYPE OF MANUAL Operation and Maintenance including a List of Spare Parts 1 1 2 MODEL NUMBER AND EQUIPMENT NAME The equipment is available in the following versions that are structurally different in terms of thermal imaging cameras and objective lenses Zeus 4 160 30 Thermal Imaging Riflescope FLIR Tau 2 160x120 Zeus 7 160 30 Thermal Imaging Riflescope FLIR Tau 2 160x120 Zeus 3 336 30 Thermal Imaging Riflescope FLIR Tau 2 336x256 Zeus 3 336 60 Thermal Imaging Riflescope FLIR Tau 2 336x256 Zeus 5 336 30 Thermal Imaging Riflescope FLIR Tau 2 336x256 Zeus 5 336 60 Thermal Imaging Riflescope FLIR Tau 2 336x256 Zeus 2 640 30 Thermal Imaging Riflescope FLIR Tau 2 640x512 Zeus 2 640 60 Thermal Imaging Riflescope FLIR Tau 2 640x512 Zeus 3 640 30 Therma
4. Table 4 2 lists the common malfunctions that may be found during the operation or maintenance of the Zeus Perform the tests inspections and corrective actions in the order listed 34 This table does not list all of the malfunctions that may occur with your device or all of the tests and corrective actions that may be necessary If you experience an equipment malfunction that is not listed or is not fixed by the corrective actions listed in the table please contact Armasight s Cus tomer Service center TABLE 4 2 OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING MALFUNCTION The Zeus fails to activate The Zeus is not responsive to control buttons Remote control does not work Poor image quality No image on an external monitor Hindered rotation of the bat tery cap Light is visible around eyecup PROBABLE CAUSE TEST INSPECTION Batteries are missing or improperly in stalled Batteries are dead Batteries surfaces or contacts are dirty or corroded Remote control unit is damaged Remote control batteries are dead The equipment is damaged The equipment is damaged Batteries are missing or improperly in stalled Batteries are dead Batteries surfaces or contacts are dirty or corroded Remote control unit is damaged Check objective lens and eyepiece focus Check for fogging or dirt on objective lens and eyepiece The equipment is damaged Video cable is damaged The equipment is damaged Dirty ca
5. cover to the bottom of the unit Remove the cover 2 Replace the batteries with two new ones CR2016 3V Stack the batteries in their place under the leaf contact spring with the minus contacts directed towards the electric board as the minus sign etched on the board indicates 3 Replace the cover and tighten the screws A FIGURE 4 1 ADVANCED WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION 36 4 4 RETURN INSTRUCTIONS For service repair or replacement please email service armasight com To assist the Service Representative SR with determining if the item is repairable please provide the following information 1 Serial Number of the defective item engraved on bottom of the equipment 2 Thorough description of the malfunction defect or damage 3 An explanation of how the malfunction defect or damage occurred if known If the SR determines that the item is under warranty or should be returned for repair a Return Material Authorization number RMA will be provided When returning the Zeus for service or repair the following procedures should be followed to prevent any additional damage 1 Make sure the Zeus is free of all contaminants such as dirt or any other foreign material 2 Remove the batteries 3 Place the cap over the objective lens 4 Place the Zeus and accessories in the carrying case Place the Zeus and a copy of the test report or detailed description of the failure in a suitable packing s
6. mode image palette reticle pattern and color a hunting scenarios function field environment corrections temperature measurement and zoom capabilities 11 Information on the current operating state battery status active function the reticle running coor dinate in the display etc is continuously displayed making field operation of the Zeus simple and convenient Manufactured for exceptional durability the Zeus has a lightweight and robust aluminum body A side Picatinny Weaver rail allows for the installation of an optional Armasight DT Digital Video Re corder or other equipment An optional detachable Platform Ring makes it possible to mount additional equipment such as Ar masight MCS Miniature Collimating Sight to the top of the device A standard NTSC PAL video input output connector enables an external video display monitor TV or video recorder to be connected to the Zeus An external 6 VDC 1A power source can also be connected to the Zeus The quick release mount of the Zeus fits any Picatinny MIL STD 1913 or Weaver weapon rail The mount s lever cam clamping device ensures easy quick and reliable mounting and removal The Zeus is powered by two CR 123A 2x3V batteries The Zeus is shown in Figure 2 2 The ITEM NO column of Table 2 1 indicates the number used to identify items in Figure 2 2 FIGURE 2 2 ZEUS THERMAL IMAGING RIFLESCOPE SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 12 TABLE 2 1 ZEUS SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DE
7. respectively To control the reticle shifting check the running reticle center coordinates which are printed in the lower left hand corner of the display NOTE For display coordinates the origin is the center of the display The running coordinate of the reticle is the number of incremental shifts of the reticle from the center of the display The mi nus sign appears before the displayed number when the reticle shifts left or down the center of impact on the target shifts right or up respectively Push and hold down the combination of buttons LEFT RIGHT to reset to zero azimuth and elevation the reticle will shift to the display center Scenarios Menu The SCENARIOS menu Figure 3 17 allows the operator to select from a choice of hunting scenarios or turn the scenarios off When a scenario is selected the display image of the object with the correct temperature will be colorized for easy detection SCENARIOS gt EXIT SCENARIOS OFF HIGH VALUE TARGET HOG HUNTING COYOTE HUNTING DEER HUNTING BEAR HUNTING MOUNTAIN LION ELK HUNTING FIGURE 3 17 SCENARIOS MENU 27 Corrections Menu The CORRECTIONS menu Figure 3 18 allows the user to select from a choice of filter patterns The dif ferent field environments are pre set with the correction filters valued for the best field performance CORRECTIONS gt EXIT DEFAULT PANORAMA OUTDOOR DETECTION CLOSE QUARTERS FACE RECOGNITION REGION FIGURE 3 18 CO
8. 7kg 08kg 07kg 08kg Batteries 1 5lbs 18lb 1I5lbs 18lbs 15lbs 1 8lbs TABLE 2 4 OPTICAL DATA oo oo oo oo m m oo oe a a oe O o O yw oo oo E RR RA 33 3 3 ITEM q M MMM N N N AN MMM N N N u n wn N wn N VN D D D D D D gt gt gt D Lu LLI L LU LJ LU LJ LU LJ LU N N N N N N NN NN Field of ang X degrees 55 30 78 43 3 148 l View ang Y degrees AO 22 59 33 118 33 Objective Focal Length 42mm 75mm 42mm 75mm 3 42mm 75mm Objective F number 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 2 11 3 Eyepiece Focal Length 25 mm Entrance Pupil Diameter 42mm 2 60mm 2 42mm 60mm 42mm 60mm Exit Pupil Diameter 10mm Eye Relief 45mm Focus Method Manual 14 TABLE 2 4 CONTINUED oo oo oo m m Tp a my ji O o O oO oo w w Mm ma mm q Y q ITEM mMM mMM O oO w r Ss mMM N N N AN m N N NVN nwn NVN N 5 D 59 D gt gt gt D Lu Lu L LL LJ LU LJ LU Lu N E N NN NN NN N Focusing Range 5mtoinf 10mtoinf 5mtoinf 10mtoinf 5mtoinf 10mt Diopter Adjustment Manual Diopter Adjustment Range 5 diopter TABLE 2 5 ELECTRICAL DATA ZEUS 3 640 60 inf ITEM Battery Two CR 123A 2x3V Current Consumption maximum 350 mA Battery Life at 20 C 68 F 4 hr External Power Supply 6VDC 1A TABLE 2 6 ENVIRONMENTAL DATA ITEM Operating Temperature Storage Temperature 50 to 70 C 58 to 158 F Recoil Resistance 700g Immersion 10m for 30 min 2 3 STA
9. A ARMASICGCHT ZEUS Thermal Imaging Riflescopes OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Important Export Restrictions Commodities products tech nologies and services of this manual are controlled by the U S Department of State Office of Defense Trade Controls in accor dance with International Traffic in Arms ITAR Title 22 Code of Federal Regulations Part 120 130 and or by the Export Adminis tration Regulations EAR of U S Department of Commerce At any time when a license or a written approval of the U S Government is applicable to it it is illegal and strictly forbidden to export in tend to export transfer in any other manner whatsoever sell any hardware or technical data provide any associated service to any non U S resident beyond or within the United States territory until the valid license or written approval has been issued by the Departments of the U S Government having jurisdiction Addi tionally U S law prohibits the sale transfer or export of items to certain restricted parties destinations and embargoed countries as identified on lists maintained by the U S Department of State the U S Department of Commerce and the U S Department of Treasury It is the responsibility of the Customer to be aware of these lists The sale transfer transportation or shipment out side of the U S of any product prohibited or restricted for export without complying with U S export control laws and regulations includi
10. Cross Center Dot Cross Crosshair and No Reticle Black White Red Cyan 1x 2x and 4x Digitally Controlled 2MOA 1 1MOA 13MOA 0 76MOA 1 3MOA 0 76MOA 0 6 mils 0 3 mils 04 mils 0 2 mils 0 4 mils 0 2 mils 6cm 100m 3cm 100m 4cm 100m 2cm 100m 4cm 100m 2cm 100m 13 TABLE 2 2 CONTINUED o o oo oo oo oo era ig gt eS oP T o o O O 0 M A M M y N mom mn NA M M v v n n n n n n n n gt 2 gt 2 gt 2 gt 2 gt 2 LLI LLI LU LL L Ll L Ll LL Ll N N N N N N N N N N jen 160MOA 88MOA 105MOA 60MOA 105MOA 60MOA Adjustment Range E oan 120MOA 66MOA 80MOA 46MOA 80MOA 46MOA Adjustment Range E Analog Input Output PAL NTSC Format Output PAL 768x574 pixels Resolution NTSC 640x480 pixels Default setting may be altered at the customer s request TABLE 2 3 MECHANICAL DATA oo oo oo oo mMm mMm mMm yw Mm oO m oO mw b 0 b O O mMM mMM q q Mm m mMM O oO Vw ITEM q S amp S mMM N N N AN mMM N N NVN NVN n VN NVN 2 md gt Lu Lu LJ LL LJ Ll LJ Ll LJ Ll N N N N N N N N N N Apan Picatinny MIL STD 1913 and Weaver Rails Mount Type Overall 255x70x80 275x70x80 255x70x80 275x70x80 255x70x80 275x70x80 Dimensions mm mm mm mm mm mm 10 x2 8 x3 2 10 8 x2 8 x3 2 10 x2 8 x3 2 10 8 x2 8 x3 2 10 x2 8 x3 2 10 8 x2 8 x3 2 Height of the Zeus AN above 40 mm 1 57 in Rail Weight w o 0 7kg 08kg 0
11. MOMETER ONLY NUMERIC THERMOMETER FIGURE 3 14 TEMPERATURE MENU Reticle Menu The RETICLE menu Figure 3 15 allows the user to select from a choice of reticle patterns Dot type Line Dot Crosshair Center Dot Crosshair and position with no aiming mark RETICLE lt gt CROSS FIGURE 3 15 RETICLE MENU NOTE To navigate through the items on the RETICLE menu push and hold down the LEFT RIGHT but ton Boresight Menu The BORESIGHT function allows the user to change the reticle position in the display Figure 3 16 shows the boresight screen 26 BORESIGHT lt gt CROSS FIGURE 3 16 BORESIGHT MENU Push the buttons UP DOWN and RIGHT LEFT to shift the reticle in the display up down and to the right left respectively Every time one of these buttons is pushed the reticle shifts a single pixel increment corresponding to the minimum boresight correction value and the center of impact on the target moves according to the specified windage elevation boresight increment in the opposite direction to that of the shifting reticle Every time one of these buttons is pushed for 3 sec then the reticle begins to shift in 4 pixels incre ments untill you let go NOTE Remember that the center of impact on the target shifts in the opposite direction from the direction that the reticle shifts So to bring the center of impact to the right left and up down you must shift the reticle to the left right and down up
12. N 9 Use the BORESIGHT MENU to apply corrections required to bring the center of impact as close as possible to the center of the target See Part 3 2 2 Using the MAIN MENU NOTE Remember that the center of impact on the target shifts in the opposite direction from the direction that the reticle shifts To bring the center of impact to the right left and up down you must shift the reticle to the left right and down up respectively 31 10 Fire a series of shots to check the boresight 11 After completing the boresight adjustment procedure turn off the Zeus and place the cap over the objective lens TABLE 3 3 CALCULATING BORESIGHT CORRECTIONS 100M FIRE RANGE OOOO OOOO T T STOP TOP 0 0 oO Oo O 0 oO Oo E E BESS ARIS ZEUS VERSION en E a eA Ann FA ae N N nNnnnn nNnnnnwn gt Pete D25222 Lud Lud LLI Ll LL LLI LLI Ll Ll N N NNN NNNN Angular Boresight Increment 2 MOA 11 MOA 13MOA 0 76 MOA Boresight Increment in metric units 6 3 3 3 9 2 3 Measured Windage Elevation 12cm 23cm 10cm 7cm 12cm 16cm 23 cm Deflection of the Centre of Impact oe ee oe R E E for example for example for example for example Correction Windage 12 6 2 10 33 3 12 39 3 5 2 3 2 Value reticle shifts reticle shifts reticleshifts reticle shifts Elevation 23 6 4 7 3 3 2 16 394 23 2 3 10 reticle shifts reticle shifts reticle shifts reticle shifts To calculate boresight increment value i
13. N Remove the Zeus from the carrying case Install the Zeus on the weapon s Picatinny Weaver rail Verify that the Zeus is securely mounted to the weapon Remove the objective lens cap Point the equipment at an object Activate the Zeus by turning the turn pull switch to the ON position After approximately 3 sec video of the thermal scene should appear Adjust the Zeus for your eyesight by turning the eyepiece focus ring CW up to the stop and then CCW until the display and symbols such as the reticle are as clear as possible Bring the object into focus by turning the objective focus ring CW for far focus CCW for near focus NOTE The total diopter adjustment range is covered with 2 turns of the eyepiece focus ring The total focus range is covered with 3 4 turn of the objective focus ring Using the buttons on the control panel Figure 3 21 configure the Zeus to adapt it to your situa tion For more information on operational setting procedures see Part 3 2 Controls and Display Indica tions A Adjust the brightness of the display for your comfort Momentarily push the brightness adjustment buttons to increase decrease the display brightness by one level at a time until you reach your desired brightness level B Use FFC Flat Field Correction to improve image quality Push the two brightness control buttons at the same time to induce a manual Flat Field Correction 29 If necessary in
14. NDARD COMPONENTS The Zeus standard components are shown in Figure 2 3 and listed in Table 2 7 The ITEM NO column indicates the number used to identify items in Figure 2 3 40 to 50 C 40 to 122 F FIGURE 2 3 ZEUS STANDARD COMPONENTS 15 TABLE 2 7 ZEUS STANDARD COMPONENTS ITEM NO 1 10 DESCRIPTION QUANTITY Armasight Zeus Thermal Imaging Riflescope 1 A thermal imaging aiming device Comes fully assembled with a quick release Picat inny Weaver mount Objective Lens Cap 1 Securely protects the objective lens from dirt and mechanical damage and provides thermal protection of the Zeus Comes attached to the objective lens Eyecup 1 A specially designed latex eyecup that reduces the amount of light that escapes from the eyepiece and prevents illumination of the user s face minimizing the risk of detection Prevents ambient light from entering the equipment Allows for correct and comfortable positioning Comes attached to the eyepiece Mount 1 A quick release mount used to install the Zeus on a Picatinny Weaver rail Comes at tached to the Zeus CR123A Lithium Battery 2 Batteries are used to power the Zeus Advanced Wireless Remote Control AWREC 1 Allows the user to operate the Zeus in short time activation mode Ensures quick and silent activation deactivation of the equipment Comes with two CR2016 3V batteries installed Picatinny Adapter for Advanced Wireless Remote Control 1 Allows the advance
15. OCATION ITEM TO CHECK SERVICE column Indicates the location and the item to be checked or serviced PROCEDURE column Details the check service procedure NOT FULLY MISSION CAPABLE IF column Indicates what faults will prevent your equipment from operating successfully TABLE 4 1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES SEQ LOCATION ITEM TO NOT FULLY MISSION NO CHECK SERVICE PROCEDURE CAPABLE IF BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS 1 Completeness Open storage carrying case and inventory items by means Missing items of comparing with the data specified in this manual 2 Soft Carrying Case Shake out loose dirt or foreign material Inspect for tears cuts excess wear or damage 3 Body Inspect for cracks or damage Scratches and gouges are OK Cracked or damaged Missing parts if operation is not affected Inspect for missing parts Clean as required 4 Objective Lens Cap Inspect for cuts tears and dirt Cap is torn or cut Cap is not secured to Clean as required the housing of the lens 5 Eyecup Inspect for cuts tears and dirt Inspect for torn bent orim Cup is torn or cut properly fitting eyecup Clean as required 33 TABLE 4 1 CONTINUED SEQ LOCATION ITEM TO NOT FULLY MISSION NO CHECK SERVICE PROCEDURE CAPABLE IF 6 Battery Compart Inspect for corrosion moisture and corroded or defective Contacts are damaged or corroded Re ment and Cap contacts Inspect for cap damaged or retainer breaks In tainer is br
16. RRECTIONS MENU Settings Menu The SETTINGS menu Figure 3 19 allows direct changes to the contrast brightness video standard and temperature scale settings as well as to restore the settings to their factory defaults SETTINGS gt EXIT CONTRAST lt gt 50 BRIGHTNESS lt gt 50 VIDEO STANDARD NTSC TEMPERATURE C FACTORY DEFAULTS FIGURE 3 19 SETTINGS MENU Store Image Menu The STORE IMAGE menu Figure 3 20 allows the images to be stored viewed or deleted STORE IMAGE gt Exit Save Image View Image Delete All FIGURE 3 20 STORE IMAGE MENU NOTE After configuration is complete select EXIT on the MAIN MENU and push the SELECTION button to leave the MAIN MENU All settings will be saved 28 3 3 OPERATING PROCEDURES 3 3 1 OPERATING THE ZEUS WARNING When installing the equipment on a weapon verify that the weapon is clear and that the safety is on before proceeding CAUTION DO NOT force the equipment controls past their stopping points CAUTION To prevent thermal damage to the equipment never point it either powered or not directly at the sun or any other source of high intensity light that the unprotected human eye cannot tolerate such as a welding arc To prevent inadvertent exposure to these sources never leave the equipment without the objective lens cap secured NOTE Zero the weapon prior to installing and bore sighting the Zeus Operating procedures are as follows NM BW
17. SCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 Body 10 Eyepiece Focus Ring 2 Mount 11 Turn pull Switch 3 Raiser 12 Button Control Panel 4 Objective Lens Cap 13 Objective Focus Ring 5 Objective Lens 14 Side Picatinny Weaver Rail 6 Platform Ring 15 Connector closed with a Cap 7 Eyecup 16 Seating Rail 8 Eyepiece 17 Serial Number 9 Battery Cap Optional item 2 2 ZEUS SPECIFICATIONS TABLE 2 2 SYSTEM DATA oo oo oo oso mM mM w mM Y M Y mM Y o o O wo O 0 o Ke O MMM mMM q Y Y Y mm mm Y oO O o ITEM q N mMM N N N AN mMM N N NVN nn nn Mn un gt gt D D DD gt gt D D Lu LLI LL LU Lu LU LJ LU LJ LL N N N N N N N N N N Magnification NTSC PAL 4 0x 4 8x 7 2x 8 6x 2 8x 3 4x 5 0x 6 0x 1 5x 1 8x 2 7X 3 2x Objective Lens Type Germanium Type of Focal Plane Array FLIR Tau 2 Pixel Array Format 160x120 336x256 640x512 Pixel Size 25 um 17 um Resolution mrad 0 60 0 33 040 0 23 040 0 23 Display Type AMOLED SVGA 060 Pixel Display Format 800x600 Display Brightness Turn on Time max Digital Zoom Temperature Imaging Modes Image Palettes Reticle Type Reticle Color Windage Elevation Bore sight Adjustment Type Windage Elevation Boresight Increment Discretely Adjustable to 8 Levels 3 sec 1x 2x 4x and 8x White Hot Black Hot Fusion Rainbow Globow Ironbow 1 Ironbow 2 Sepia Color 1 Color 2 Ice Fire Rain and OEM Custom 6 Pattern Digitally Controlled Dot 4 MOA Line Dot
18. arios Settings Corrections and Store Image Push the SELECTION button 5 to view the settings available for the item selected Most setup options can be accessed from the MAIN MENU To display the MAIN MENU push and hold down the MENU button 5 on the control panel Figure 3 9 SELECTION UP RIGHT DOWN FIGURE 3 10 MAIN MENU NAVIGATION BUTTONS Once the MAIN MENU is displayed Figure 3 11 use the UP and DOWN buttons Figure 3 10 to navigate through the items on the menu Push the SELECTION button to view the settings available for the item selected NOTES Navigate through submenu items by pushing the UP and DOWN button except where other wise expressly indicated The LEFT and RIGHT buttons are available only when specified on the menu screen with lt gt symbols After a menu item is selected push the SELECTION button to make the selected setting acti vate the selected function Select the EXIT item and then push the SELECTION button to return to the MAIN MENU 24 MAIN MENU gt EXIT PALETTE TEMPERATURE RETICLE BORESIGHT SCENARIOS CORRECTIONS SETTINGS STORE IMAGE FIGURE 3 11 ZEUS MAIN MENU Palette Menu The PALETTE menu Figure 3 11 allows the user to select from a choice of temperature imaging modes White Hot Black Hot Fusion Rainbow Globow Ironbow 1 lronbow 2 Sepia Color 1 Color 2 lce Fire Rain and OEM Custom NOTE To navigate through the items on the two pag
19. d wireless remote control to be installed on a weapon s Picatinny Weaver rail Operation and Maintenance Manual 1 Provides safety information equipment description mounting procedures operating instructions and preventive maintenance checks and services including a List of Spare Parts Soft Carrying Case 1 A textile bag with a shoulder strap used for the transportation and storage of the Zeus and its accessories Hard Shipping Storage Case 1 A protective case used for the shipping storage of the Zeus and its accessories 2 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Optional items are shown in Figure 2 4 and listed in Table 2 8 16 FIGURE 2 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT The ITEM NO column indicates the number used to identify items in Figure 2 4 The PART NO column indicates the primary number used by the manufacturer to identify an item TABLE 2 8 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO NO 1 Video Cable ATCA000004 A cable used to connect the analog video input output of the Zeus to external display devices monitor TV or power sources Supported input and output video formats include PAL and NTSC 2 Platform Ring ATAMO00003 A dedicated mount with a Picatinny Weaver rail used to install on the top of the Zeus and additional equipment such as the Armasight MCS Miniature Collimat ing Sight 3 DT Digital Video Recorder ATAMO00004 A compact digital system used for video recording storage and playback Can also serve as an exter
20. e PALETTE menu hold down the UP DOWN but ton The palettes act as color templates for visualizing temperature changes in the scene PALETTE gt EXIT WHITE HOT BLACK HOT FUSION RAINBOW GLOBOW TRONBOW1 IRONBOW2 FIGURE 3 12 PALETTE MENU PAGE 1 PALETTE OEM CUSTOM FIGURE 3 13 PALETTE MENU PAGE 2 NOTE The most popular palettes are White Hot and Black Hot usually known as inversion White Hot mode is good for spotting targets while Black Hot mode is most useful for situational reading 25 NOTE Training and experience are required to quickly and properly interpret the thermal image being displayed Temperature Menu The TEMPERATURE menu Figure 3 14 allows the user to select varying temperature detection graph ics in the display field of view Select Display Off to remove all temperature data from the display Select Numeric Only for anumerical representation of the temperature data on the display The current temperature of the object or scene in the center of the field of view will be printed on the display Select Thermometer Only for a graphical representation of the temperature data on the display The current temperature of the object or scene in the center of the FOV will be indicated by a graphical thermometer Select Numeric Thermometer item for both numerical and graphical representation of the tempera ture data on the display TEMPERATURE gt EXIT DISPLAY OFF NUMERIC ONLY THER
21. ease in the number of deaths that are associated with an apparent sensitiv ity to natural latex proteins If you are allergic to latex it is a good idea to learn which products contain it and strictly avoid exposure to those products CAUTION e Do not dismantle the equipment e Keep the equipment clean Protect it from moisture dramatic temperature drops and elec trical shocks e DO NOT force the equipment controls past their stopping points e DO NOT leave the equipment activated during breaks in operation e DO NOT store the equipment with the batteries installed e Thoroughly clean and dry each item before placing them into the storage case CAUTION To prevent thermal damage to the equipment never point it either on or off directly at the sun or any other source of high intensity light that the unprotected human eye cannot tolerate such as a welding arc To prevent inadvertent exposure to these types of sources never leave the equipment with the objective lens cap off NOTES e Zero the weapon prior to installing and bore sighting the Zeus e To avoid losing unsaved data DO NOT remove the batteries or disconnect the external pow er source while the Zeus is on e Inadvertent sun damage is not considered a defect in material or workmanship and is there fore not covered in the product warranty LIST OF CONTENTS TITLE PAGE Safety Summary 2 List of Contents 4 List of Figures 3 List of Tables 6 How to Use This Ma
22. emoving the batteries or disconnect ing the external power source CAUTION After removing the cable replace the protective cap over the connector 21 3 2 CONTROLS AND DISPLAY INDICATIONS 3 2 1 ZEUS CONTROLS CAUTION DO NOT force the equipment controls past their stopping points The Zeus controls are shown in Figures 3 8 and 3 9 and are defined in Tables 3 1 and 3 2 The ITEM NO columns of the tables indicate the number used to identify items in the figures NOTE Various display symbols indicating the current operating state of the Zeus can be displayed permanently may appear momentarily or can be set to appear only when a certain function is activated FIGURE 3 8 ZEUS CONTROLS TABLE 3 1 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ITEM NO CONTROL INDICATOR FUNCTION 1 Eyepiece Focus Ring Adjusts the eyepiece diopter The total diopter adjustment range is covered with 2 turns of the ring 2 Turn pull Switch Activates the Zeus when turned to ON NOTE You must pull the knob before turning in order to use either the ON or STB Activates standby mode when turned to STB see note above Deactivates the Zeus when turned to OFF Control Panel Buttons Configures operational settings See Table 3 2 for button functions 4 Objective Focus Ring Focuses the objective lens Adjusts for sharpest view of the scene The total focus range is covered with three quarter turns of the lens Remote Control Button Activates deactivates the Z
23. ent Align the polarity symbols on the batteries with the polarity symbols A and B on the body of the Zeus 4 Replace the contact clamping plate C 5 Replace the battery cap FIGURE 3 1 BATTERY INSTALLATION 3 1 2 INSTALLING THE ZEUS ON A PICATINNY WEAVER RAIL WARNING When installing the equipment on a weapon verify that the weapon is clear and that the safety is on before proceeding 18 NOTE Zero the weapon prior to installing and bore sighting the Zeus The Zeus comes fully assembled with a Picatinny Weaver mount Figure 3 2 The mount C coupled with the raiser D is attached to the Zeus seating rail E with two M4x20 flat head socket cap screws A W FIGURE 3 2 THE ZEUS FULLY ASSEMBLED WITH THE MOUNT Install the Zeus on a Picatinny Weaver rail as follows 1 To unlock the mount s clamping device A push down on the dog B see Figure 3 3 and unlock the cam lever C 2 Install the Zeus on the Picatinny Weaver rail so that the recoil stop B see Figure 3 2 slides into one of the rail s transverse slots 3 Secure the Zeus to the rail by locking the cam lever A see Figure 3 3 4 Verify that the clamping device is securely holding the Zeus If necessary adjust the clamping device as detailed in Part 3 1 3 Clamping Device Adjustment LOCKED POSITION UNLOCK POSITION C FIGURE 3 3 MOUNT TOP VIEW 3 1 3 CLAMPING DEVICE ADJUSTMENT 1 Unlock the clamping device and remo
24. eus in standby when held down released 22 TABLE 3 1 CONTINUED ee ITEM NO CONTROL INDICATOR FUNCTION Battery Status Indicator The light gray bar in the battery icon indicates the current power a battery iconinthe level of the internal battery or remaining battery life cita foe dt part The totally shaded battery icon indicates the fully charged battery of the display _ e _ _ o J The flashing transparent battery icon indicates a low battery The Zeus button control panel is shown in Figures 3 9 Table 3 2 contains the button functions and their brief descriptions The ITEM NO column of the table indicates the number used to identify buttons in Figure 3 9 NOTE Each button is responsible for some functions selected by briefly pushing or holding down the button or using the button in combination with a second one as described in Table 3 2 Pushing a button for 3 seconds is considered holding down FIGURE 3 9 BUTTON CONTROL PANEL TABLE 3 2 BUTTON CONTROLS ITEM NO FUNCTION DESCRIPTION DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS Push the button 1 to increase the screen brightness or push the CONTROL button 3 to decrease the screen brightness To scroll up through the available palettes push and hold button IMAGE PALETTE 1 or 3 to scroll down or up respectively There are 13 palettes CONTROL available White Hot Black Hot Fus
25. expressly disclaimed 1 2 2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Armasight will not be liable for any claims actions suits proceedings costs expenses damages or liabilities arising out of the use of this product Operation and use of the product are the sole responsi bility of the Customer Armasight s sole undertaking is limited to providing the products and services outlined herein in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement The provision of prod ucts sold and services performed by Armasight to the Customer shall not be interpreted construed or regarded either expressly or implied as being for the benefit of or creating any obligation toward any third party or legal entity outside Armasight and the Customer Armasight s obligations under this Agreement extend solely to the Customer Armasight s liability hereunder for damages regardless of the form or action shall not exceed the fees or other charges paid to Armasight by the customer or customer s dealer Armasight shall not in any event be liable for special indirect incidental or consequential damages including but not limited to lost income lost revenue or lost profit whether such damages were foreseeable or not at the time of purchase and whether or not such damages arise out of a breach of warranty a breach of agreement negligence strict liability or any other theory of liability 1 2 3 PRODUCT WARRANTY REGISTRATION In order to validate the warranty on y
26. gure 3 7 fasten the remote control B to your weapon in an easily accessible place e g on the front of the rifle stock If your rifle has a Picatinny or Weaver rail on the front end you can use the Picatinny adaptor for the Advanced Wireless Remote C Install the adaptor onto the rail D Insert the remote control unit into the adapter FIGURE 3 7 ADVANCED WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL 3 1 6 INSTALLING ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT ON THE ZEUS Use a Platform Ring optional to install any additional equipment such as the Armasight MCS Minia ture Collimating Sight For adapter mounting procedures see Part 3 1 4 Use the side Picatinny Weaver rail to install any additional equipment such as the Armasight DT Digital Video Recorder a rangefinder or an external power source 3 1 7 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL VIDEO RECORDER DISPLAY TO THE ZEUS Use a video cable optional to connect an external video recorder monitor TV to the input output connector 15 Figure 2 2 CAUTION Turn off the Zeus before you begin connecting disconnecting any external equipment After removing the cable replace the protective cap over the connector 3 1 8 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE TO THE ZEUS Use a video cable optional to connect an external 6 VDC 1a power source to the input output con nector 15 Figure 2 2 CAUTION Remove the batteries before you connect any external power source To avoid a sudden loss of power turn offthe Zeus before r
27. hipping container Mark the package with the RMA Ship the fastest traceable prepaid means to Armasight Inc 815 Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco CA 94080 USA 37 APPENDIX A PRODUCT WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD In order to validate the warranty on your product Armasight must receive a completed Product War ranty Registration Card for each unit or the user must complete warranty registration on our website www armasight com Please complete the included form and immediately mail it to our Service Cen ter Armasight Inc 815 Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco CA 94080 USA ARMASIGHT PRODUCT WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD ff PRODUCT INFORMATION ProductName IIS Purchased From Purchase Date Product Serial CUSTOMER INFORMATION Name Address City Country Zip Day Phone _ CC SCHOme Prone E mail address 38 B LIST OF SPARE PARTS The parts authorized by this list of spare parts are required for operator maintenance The list includes parts that must be removed before replacing authorized parts The PART NO column indicates the primary number used by the manufacturer which controls the de sign and characteristics of the item in terms of its engineering drawings specifications standards and inspection requirement to identify an item 11 FIGURE B 1 ZEUS SPARE PARTS LIST TABLE B 1 ZEUS SPARE PARTS LIST ITEM NO DESCRIPTION PART NO 1 Mount AZSQRM 2 Objective Lens
28. in processing Estimated Warranty service time is 10 20 business days The End user Customer is responsible for post age to Armasight for any warranty service Armasight will cover return postage shipping to continental USA End users Customers after warranty repair only if product is covered by the aforementioned war ranty Armasight will return the product after warranty service via domestic ground service and or do mestic mail The postage and shipping fees for any other requested required or international shipping methods will be the responsibility of the End user Customer 1 3 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS um AWREC E CCW CW E FFC FL g H hr in inf kg L Ibs mA mil min MOA mrad NO NTSC OEM oz PAL PMCS RMA sec SEQ SOA SR lt 10 micrometer Advanced Wireless Remote Control Celsius Centigrade counterclockwise clockwise Fahrenheit Flat Field Correction Focal Length gram Height hour inch infinity kilogram Length pounds meter milliampere angular mil minute millimeter Minute Of Angle milliradian Number National Television Standards Committee Original Equipment Manufacturer ounce Phase Alternating Line Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services Return Merchandise Authorization number second sequence Second Of Angle Service Representative Volt Width DESCRIPTION AND DATA The Zeus consists of two primary parts a thermal imaging aiming device a
29. ion Rainbow Globow Ironbowl lronbow2 Sepia Color1 Coror2 Ice Fire Rain and OEM FLAT FIELD CORRECTION Simultaneously holding down buttons 1 and 3 induces manual FFC Flat Field Correction FFC Use the UP 1 and DOWN 3 buttons to navigate through the items on the menu 2 DIGITAL ZOOM CONTROL To change the zoom progressively push button 2 To change the reticle color push button 4 There are four colors available of the reticle black white red and cyan UP DOWN 4 RETICLE COLOR CONTROL 23 TABLE 3 2 CONTINUED ITEM NO FUNCTION RETICLE PATTERNS CONTROL 2 4 RETICLE POSITION ZEROING LEFT RIGHT FFC PROCESS INTERRUPTION MENU SELECTION 3 2 2 MAIN MENU DESCRIPTION To scroll through the reticle types push and hold button 4 or push and hold button 2 to scroll down There are five types of reticles available Dot 4 MOA Line Dot Cross Center Dot Cross Crosshair and position with no aiming mark Simultaneously pushing buttons 2 and 4 zeroes the reticle posi tion to the center of the screen Use the LEFT 2 and RIGHT 4 buttons to navigate through the items on the menu Pushing button 5 when the countdown is on the screen will cancel the FFC and the shutter will not interrupt viewing Pushing and holding button 5 will bring up the Main Menu selection The menu includes the following functions Palette Temperature Reticule Boresight Scen
30. ised NOTE Zooming does not affect the boresight NOTE Digital zoom and reticle color control help target detection and discrimination 10 To align the barrel of the weapon place the reticle on the desired target To allow for the bullet s travel i e bullet drop windage and the target mobility use the boresight adjusting buttons 11 To operate the Zeus in short time activation mode turn the switch to the STB position standby To activate the Zeus hold down the remote control button Release the button to deactivate the Zeus CAUTION DO NOT leave the equipment activated when not in use 3 3 2 BORE SIGHTING THE ZEUS NOTE Zero the weapon prior to installing and bore sighting the Zeus Boresight the Zeus as follows Locate a target at the fire adjustment range 100m Turn on the Zeus Adjust the eyepiece and focus the objective lens to sharpen the image of the target Adjust the brightness of the display Select a reticle pattern Take aim by centering the reticle on the target and fire a series of shots 3 4 Find the center of impact and measure in centimeters its vertical and horizontal deviations from the center of the target 8 Work out the values of boresight correction required to compensate for the measured deviation of the center of impact from the center of the target Table 3 3 contains examples of calculating bore sight correction values when firing at ranges of 100m NOM bh UU
31. l Imaging Riflescope FLIR Tau 2 640x512 Zeus 3 640 60 Thermal Imaging Riflescope FLIR Tau 2 640x512 na 30Hz Core 42mm Lens 30Hz Core 75mm Lens 30Hz Core 42mm Lens 60Hz Core 42mm Lens 30Hz Core 75mm Lens 60Hz Core 75mm Lens 30Hz Core 42mm Lens 60Hz Core 42mm Lens 30Hz Core 75mm Lens 60Hz Core 75mm Lens 25um 25um 17um 17um 17um 17um 17um 17um 17um 17um na na A gt gt O ss A NS 1 1 3 PURPOSE OF EQUIPMENT The Zeus is intended for use on a variety of hunting and sporting weapons equipped with a Picatinny Weaver rail Displaying the thermal differences in the scene the high performance thermal imaging system ofthe Zeus provides round the clock all weather detection and discrimination of heat generating objects such as animals including those that are hidden The Zeus is effective at close and long ranges irrespective of light and weather conditions i e in total darkness through smoke haze fog and light rain The ZEUS is available in different versions with magnifications ranging from 1 5x to 7 2x The Zeus is powered by two CR 123A 2x3V batteries An external 6 VDC 1A power source can also be used to power the Zeus The Zeus can be controlled by a wireless remote control that fastens to the weapon The Zeus is equipped with a standard NTSC PAL video input output function that makes it possible to con nect to an external video display or monitor or to record thermal images fo
32. n metric units for a fire range R different from 100m use the coefficient R 100 So at a range R in meters the boresight increment is 6xR 100 cm for Zeus 4 160 30 3 3XR 100 cm for Zeus 7 160 30 3 9xR 100 cm for Zeus 3 336 30 Zeus 3 336 60 Zeus 2 640 30 Zeus 2 640 60 2 3xR 100 cm for Zeus 5 336 30 Zeus 5 336 60 Zeus 3 640 30 Zeus 3 640 60 3 3 3 ZEUS SHUT DOWN NOTE Shut down the Zeus properly to avoid losing unsaved settings and data Shut down the Zeus as follows 1 Be sure to save your settings and data Turn off the Zeus Replace the cap on the objective lens Disconnect the cable if applicable Place the cap on the connector Dismount the Zeus from the weapon N WO U1 E W N Remove the batteries CAUTION Do not store the Zeus with the batteries still in it 8 Store the Zeus and all accessories in the carrying case PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4 1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES 4 1 1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES PMCS Table 4 1 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services PMCS has been provided so that you can keep your equipment in good operating condition Perform functional tests in the order listed in Table 4 1 Operating procedures are detailed in Chapter 3 Explanation of Table Entries SEQ NO column Sequence numbers are for reference and appear in the order required to perform checks and services L
33. nal power source Equipped with a remote control 2 5 KEY FEATURES Multiple versions with magnifications ranging from 1 5x to 7 2x High performance thermal imaging camera Lightweight and robust design Easy to operate Manually adjustable eyepiece and objective lens Real time display Digitally controlled features e Adjustable display brightness e Selectable 6 pattern reticle including no reticle option e Switchable reticle color e Selectable image palette e Temperature measurement e Hunting scenarios function e Field environment corrections e Zoom capabilities e Windage Elevation bore sighting Current operational state information display battery status active function etc Wireless remote control Analog video input and output NTSC PAL Powered by two standard CR123A batteries Power input capability Digital video recorder optional Fits any Picatinny MIL STD 1913 and Weaver rail with an adjustable quick release mount Serviceability under severe conditions Filled with dry nitrogen to prevent internal fogging Waterproof Limited two year warranty 17 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 1 INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING 3 1 1 BATTERY INSTALLATION CAUTION Verify that the equipment is off before installing a battery Install two CR123A batteries as follows refer to Figure 3 1 1 Unscrew the battery cap not shown by hand 2 Open the hinged contact clamping plate C 3 Install the batteries D into the battery compartm
34. nd a mount The equipment comes as shown in Figure 2 1 with the mount secured to the body of the device The figure represents two versions of the equipment one including a 42mm focal length objective lens and the other with a 75mm focal length objective lens FIGURE 2 1 ZEUS THERMAL IMAGING RIFLESCOPES APPEARANCE The Zeus is a thermosensitive device equipped with an aiming reticle The Zeus senses the differences in heat emitted by objects in its field of view and converts the received temperature pattern into a viewable image that represents the scene in contrasting black and white or color patterns depending on the user s selected image palette NOTE It is important that the Zeus sensor receive sufficient thermal contrast between the target and background area or between the different parts of a target The vast temperature contrast between the snow and any heat target such as an animal makes it very easy to distinguish the target The main optical electronic components of the Zeus include an objective thermal lens an eyepiece a thermal imaging camera a display a control card and a button control panel The reticle is digitally inputt into the display that is in the image plane The Zeus is equipped with manual eyepiece and objective lens focusing and digital boresight adjust ment To accommodate individual user needs the Zeus has a variety of digitally controlled options such as display brightness temperature imaging
35. ng proper export licensing documentation or authoriza tion is unlawful and may result in civil and or criminal penalties and or constitute a federal crime Diversion contrary to U S law is strictly prohibited SAFETY SUMMARY Before operating this product you must study carefully this Operation and Maintenance Manual The Armasight Zeus Thermal Imaging Riflescope is a precision electro optical instrument and requires careful handling To avoid physical danger to the user and damage to the equipment follow all WARN INGS CAUTIONS and NOTES Below are definitions of the alerts that will appear throughout this Manual WARNING Identifies a clear danger to the person operating the equipment CAUTION Identifies risk of damage to the equipment NOTE Highlights essential procedures conditions statements or conveys important instructional data to the user The information provided in this manual is for familiarization purposes only The contents may undergo further changes with no commitment by Armasight to notify customers of any updates Armasight assumes no responsibility for any misprints or other errors that this manual may contain 2013 by Armasight All rights reserved WARNING When installing the equipment on a weapon verify that the weapon is clear and that the safety is on before proceeding WARNINGS This product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions The FDA has reported an incr
36. nual 6 1 INTRODUCTION 7 1 1 General Information 7 1 1 1 Type of Manual 7 1 1 2 Model Number and Equipment Name 7 1 1 3 Purpose of Equipment 1 1 1 4 Reporting Equipment Improvement Recommendations 8 1 2 Warranty Information and Registration 8 1 2 1 Warranty Information 8 1 2 2 Limitation of Liability 8 1 2 3 Product Warranty Registration 9 1 2 4 Obtaining Warranty Service 9 1 3 List of Abbreviations 10 2 DESCRIPTION AND DATA 11 2 1 System Description 11 2 2 Zeus Specifications 13 2 3 Standard Components 15 2 4 Optional Equipment 16 2 5 Key Features 17 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 18 3 1 Installation and Mounting 18 3 1 1 Battery Installation 18 3 1 2 Installing the Zeus on a Picatinny Weaver Rail 18 3 1 3 Clamping Device Adjustment 19 3 1 4 Mounting a Platform Ring to the Zeus 20 3 1 5 Fastening an Advanced Wireless Remote Control to a Weapon 21 3 1 6 Installing Additional Equipment on the Zeus 21 3 1 7 Connecting an External Video Recorder Display to the Zeus 21 3 1 8 Connecting an External Power Source to the Zeus 21 3 2 Controls and Display Indications 22 3 2 1 Zeus Controls 22 3 2 2 Main Menu 24 3 3 Operating Procedures 29 3 3 1 Operating the Zeus 29 3 3 2 Bore Sighting the Zeus 31 3 3 3 Zeus Shut Down 32 4 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4 1 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services 4 1 1 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services PMCS 4 2 Operator Troubleshooting 4 3 Maintenance 4 3 1 General 4 3 2 Cleaning Proced
37. oes not cover a product a used in other than its normal and customary manner b subjected to misuse c subjected to alterations modifications or repairs by the Customer of by any party other than Armasight without prior written consent of Armasight d special order or close out merchan dise or merchandise sold as is by either Armasight or the Armasight dealer or e merchandise that has been discontinued by the manufacturer and either parts or replacement units are not available due to reasons beyond the control of Armasight Armasight shall not be responsible for any defects or dam age that in Armasight s opinion is a result from the mishandling abuse misuse improper storage or improper operation including use in conjunction with equipment which is electrically or mechanically incompatible with or of inferior quality to the product as well as failure to maintain the environmental conditions specified by the manufacturer This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser Any breach of this warranty shall be waived unless the customer notifies Armasight at the address noted below within the applicable warranty period The customer understands and agrees that except for the foregoing warranty no other warranties written or oral statutory expressed or implied including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose shall apply to the product All such implied warranties are hereby and
38. oken Cap or rubber gasket is spect rubber gasket for damag damaged 7 Lenses Inspect for cleanliness scratches chips or cracks Chipped or cracked Scratches hinder vi Clean as required sion through the equipment 8 Objective Focus Rotate objective focus ring to ensure itis not too tightortoo Ring gets stuck is too loose or adversely Ring loose Range is approximately 3 4 turns affects the user s ability to properly focus the objective lens 9 Eyepiece Focus Rotate eyepiece focus ring to ensure the ring is nottootight Ring gets stuck is too loose or Ring or too loose Range is approximately 2 turns adversely affects the user s ability to properly adjust the diopter 10 Turn pull Switch Check for operation without batteries Switch is inoperative 11 Connector Inspect for corrosion moisture and corroded or defective Contacts are damaged or corroded Cap contacts Inspect for cap damaged or retainer breaks is damaged Retainer is broken 12 Mount and Raiser Inspect for damage or corrosion for missing parts Checkfor Damaged Missing parts Clamping de proper operation and attachment security vice is inoperative 13 Remote Control Check for damage and missing parts Damaged Missing parts Unit Check Velcro tape for wear 14 Platform Ring Inspect for damage corrosion or missing parts Check for Damaged Missing parts optional proper operation Clean as required 15 Video Cable Inspect for damage Inspect the cable connector for co
39. our product Armasight must receive a completed Product War ranty Registration Card for each unit or the Customer can complete a warranty registration on our website at www armasight com Please complete the included form Appendix B and immediately mail it to our Service Center Armasight Inc 815 Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco CA 94080 USA 1 2 4 OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warranty service on your unit the End user must notify the Armasight s service department in order to receive a Return Merchandise Authorization number RMA The customer can do this by sending an email to service armasight com When returning any product please take or send the product postage paid with a copy of your sales receipt to our service center Armasight Inc at the address noted above All merchandise must be fully insured with the correct postage Armasight will not be responsible for improper postage or missing or damaged merchandise during shipment When sending merchandise back please write the RMA clearly on the outside of the shipping box Please include a letter that indicates your RMA Name Return Address reason for service return Con tact information such as a valid telephone number and or e mail address as well as proof of your pur chases that will help us to establish the valid start date of the warranty Product merchandise returns that do not have an RMA listed may be refused or be subject to a significant delay
40. p thread Damaged cap thread Check eyecup resilience 4 3 MAINTENANCE 4 3 1 GENERAL CORRECTIVE ACTION Insert batteries or install correctly Replace the batteries Clean the contact surfaces with a pencil eraser and or alcohol and cotton swabs Please contact Customer Support Replace the batteries as per Part 4 3 4 Please contact Customer Support Please contact Customer Support Insert batteries or install correctly Replace the batteries Clean the contact surfaces with a pencil eraser and or alcohol and cotton swabs Please contact Customer Support Refocus Clean the lenses as detailed in Part 4 3 2 Please contact Customer Support Replace the video cable with a new one Please contact Customer Support Please contact Customer Support Clean the thread Replace the cap with a new one Please contact Customer Support If the eyecup is defective please contact Cus tomer Support The Zeus operator maintenance consists of operational tests inspections for unit serviceability clean ing and mounting procedures corrective actions troubleshooting and replacement of a limited num ber of parts Maintenance instructions covered elsewhere in this manual PMCS troubleshooting etc are not repeated in this section CAUTION The Zeus is a precision electro optical instrument and must be handled carefully at all times to prevent damage CAUTION DO NOT dismantle the equipment 35
41. r field documentation or train ing purposes It also allows the transmission of data from one remote display to that of the Zeus The Zeus can be used in conjunction with other Armasight equipment such as the DT Digital Video Re corder and MCS Miniature Collimating Sight that can be mounted onto the Zeus Picatinny Weaver rail or detachable platform ring Extremely reliable and versatile the Zeus is a useful multifunctional addition to any security or hunting weapon platform 1 1 4 REPORTING EQUIPMENT IMPROVEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS User recommendations for improvements to the device are encouraged Mail your comments to Armasight Inc 815 Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco CA 94080 USA Or send an email to info armasight com 1 2 WARRANTY INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION 1 2 1 WARRANTY INFORMATION This product is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of two 2 years from the date of purchase This warranty does not cover the battery or damage caused by leaking batteries Nor does it protect against damage due to loss misuse or mishandling In the event a defect that is covered by the warranty occurs during the 2 year period stated above Ar masight at its option will either repair or replace the product and such action on the part of Armasight shall be the full extent of Armasight s liability and the Customer s sole and exclusive remedy This war ranty d
42. rro Damaged optional sion moisture and corroded or defective contacts Clean as required OPERATIONAL CHECKS NOTE For a complete operational checking it is necessary to connect a video monitor to the Zeus 16 Turn pull Switch Control Board Remote Control Video Cable optional Boresight Install the batteries Remove the objective lens cap Point the equipment at an object Turn the equipment on Look for a thermal image on the display Look for a flashing bat tery icon in the eyepiece viewing area Ensure the Zeus is responsive to control buttons Turn the equipment to standby Point the equipment at an object Push and hold the remote control button Look for a thermal image on the display Release the button Turn off the equipment Connect an external monitor to the Zeus Point the equip ment on an object Turn the equipment on Look for an image on the monitor Turn off the Zeus Disconnect the monitor Test boresight as per Part 4 3 3 POST CHECK PROCEDURES Turn off the equipment Replace the objective lens cap Remove the batteries Return the equipment and all accessories to the carrying case 4 2 OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING No thermal image Battery icon is flash ing indicates a low battery Unresponsive buttons No image No image The purpose of troubleshooting is to identify the most frequent equipment malfunctions probable causes and corrective actions required
43. terrupt the automatic process by pushing the central button on the control panel during the 5 second countdown which appears at the bottom of the display BRIGHTNESS ZOOM RETICLE COLOR RETICLE PATTERN BRIGHTNESS IMAGE PALETTE FIGURE 3 21 SETTING BUTTONS C Adjust the necessary adgustment using the MAIN MENU See Part 3 2 2 Using the MAIN MENU NOTE After configuration is complete select EXIT on the MAIN MENU and push the SELECTION button to leave the MAIN MENU All settings will be saved D Select the color of the reticle Momentarily push the reticle color control button to select among black white red and cyan E Selecta reticle pattern Push and hold button 2 or button 4 to select from a choice of reticle patterns Dot 4 MOA Line Dot Cross Center Dot Cross Crosshair or No Reticle Figure 3 22 DOT 4MOA LINE DOT CROSS CENTER DOT CROSS CROSSHAIR NO RETICLE FIGURE 3 22 RETICLE PATTERNS NOTE The reticles appear in the most recently saved position on the display 9 Use digital zoom to magnify the central area of the displayed scene 30 Momentarily push the zoom control button to slowly magnify into the displayed scene The X1 X2 X4 X8 symbols maximum zoom factor is dependent of model will appear in the lower part of the display NOTE Digital zoom allows distant objects to appear larger however the resolution will be compro m
44. ures 4 3 3 Bore sighting 4 3 4 Battery Removal and Replacement 4 4 Return Instructions APPENDIX A Product Warranty Registration Card B List of Spare Parts LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE TITLE 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 0 3 9 3 10 3 11 3 12 3 13 3 14 3 15 3 16 3 17 3 18 3 19 3 20 3 21 3 22 4 1 B 1 Zeus Thermal Imaging Riflescopes Appearance Zeus Thermal Imaging Riflescope System Description Zeus Standard Components Optional Equipment Battery Installation The Zeus Fully Assembled with the Mount Mount Top View Mount Underside View The Zeus Fully Assembled with the Platform Ring Platform Ring Advanced Wireless Remote Control Zeus Controls Button Control Panel Main Menu navigation Buttons Zeus Main Menu Palette Menu Page 1 Palette Menu Page 2 Temperature Menu Reticle Menu Boresight Menu Scenarios Menu Corrections Menu Settings Menu Store Image Menu Setting Buttons Reticle Patterns Advanced Wireless Remote Control Battery Installation Zeus Spare Parts List 33 33 33 34 35 35 36 36 36 37 38 38 39 PAGE LIST OF TABLES TABLE TITLE PAGE 2 1 Zeus System Description 13 2 2 System Data 13 2 3 Mechanical Data 14 2 4 Optical Data 14 2 5 Electrical Data 15 2 6 Environmental Data 15 2 7 Zeus Standard Components 16 2 8 Optional Equipment 17 3 1 Controls and Indicators 22 3 2 Button Controls 23 3 3 Calculating Boresight Corrections 32 4 1 Preventive
45. ve the Zeus from the weapon 2 To tighten loosen the clamping device B see Figure 3 4 push the cam C see Figure 3 4 towards the arrow which will cause the nut A see Figure 3 4 to slide out of its hole Turn the nut A CW CCW respectively in one two increments see note below Much like when the cam C is released the backward moving springs will cause the nut A to slide back into its hole 19 NOTE The eight sided nut of the clamping device will only fit into its hole if turned in one of the dis crete positions using increments equal to 360 8 3 Verify that the adjusted clamping device is securely holding the Zeus LOCKED POSITION UNLOCK POSITION FIGURE 3 4 MOUNT UNDERSIDE VIEW 3 1 4 MOUNTING A PLATFORM RING TO THE ZEUS Figure 3 5 shows the Zeus with the Platform Ring adapter A Figure 3 5 installed FIGURE 3 5 THE ZEUS FULLY ASSEMBLED WITH THE PLATFORM RING Mount the Platform Ring optional on the Zeus as follows refer to Figure 3 6 1 Using a 1 5 hex key unscrew the both clamp screws C 2 Place the clamps B D onto the mounting tube as in Figure 3 5 Screw the clamps together without tightening the screws C 3 Adjust position of the Platform Ring until its rail A is level Apply a small amount of thread lock to the threads and tighten the screws C FIGURE 3 6 PLATFORM RING 20 3 1 5 FASTENING AN ADVANCED WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL TO A WEAPON Using Velcro tape A Fi
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