SIB 16x40 WP
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1. NEWCON 2008 Printed in Canada NO NEWCON _ OPTIK Operation Manual SIB 16x40 WP WATERPROOF BINOCULAR WITH GYRO IMAGE STABILIZATION In USA 2331 Superior Ave Cleveland OH 44114 In Canada 105 Sparks Ave Toronto ON M2H 2S5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Read prior to activation You have just purchased a complicated electronic device To operate it properly please read this manual carefully Here are some common precautions that must be noted NEVER switch to the stabilization mode while the power supply control indicator is not glowing or less than 1 minute after activating the unit NEVER hit the unit while operating or being transported NEVER transport the unit without the case NEVER disassemble the unit This device contains high speed rotating parts which may be hazardous to you NEVER turn off the unit while stabilizing mode is on NEVER reverse the polarity of the batteries ALWAYS remove batteries when not in use for a long period ALWAYS keep the objective lenses covered when not in use ALWAYS store in a warm dry place when not in use 2 10 QUALITY CERTIFICATE The SIB 16x40 WP has passed the quality inspection Production date Serial number Quality Inspector signature Purchase date Salesman Quality assurance seal 9 CUSTOMER SUPPORT Should you experience any difficulties with your Newcon OPTIK product consult the enclosed manual If the problem remains unresolved contact ou2. ge To do this rotate the compartment cover 1 counterclockwise at quarter of the circle The battery cartridge turns loose and can be extracted easily from the body of the unit Note Don t apply extra strength to the handle Insert six AA batteries into the cartridge observing correct polarity which is marked on the cartridge bottom Place the cartridge with batteries into the power supply unit and lock it with the cover 1 rotating it clockwise at quarter of the circle Note Don t apply extra strength to the handle In order to power the unit from the car lighter socket connect the supplied DC converter with the socket 8 The binocular will switch to the external power source automatically the absence or presence of the battery cartridge does not tell on the unit workability Turn on the device by setting supply voltage switch 5 to ON position and check the power supply unit for proper operation the indicator 4 must glow brightly In no less than a minute pull with your thumb the lever 7 in the arrow indicated direction in order to engage the stabilizing mode and hold it in this position while observing ATTENTION It is not allowed to engage the stabilizing mode of the device when the power supply control indicator is not glowing or in less than a minute after device has been turned ON After you have finished the observation release the lever 7 The lever should return to the initial position Now the stabil
3. iances and central heating e Make sure to switch off the unit during periods of non operation e Remove the batteries when storing the device for long period of time e Do not apply superfluous efforts at work with lens assembly agile elements and thread connections e All repair works must be performed by an authorized service only You should check the silica gel condition periodically The color of the powder determines if it needs replacement or not Fresh silica gel is blue and if it becomes saturated with moisture it turns pink Then you should replace it with a fresh portion as described 10 4 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES SIB 16x40 WP is supplied in the following assembly Device 1 pe Objective lens caps 2 pe Carrying case 1 pe Neck strap 1 pe DC regulator with cable 1 pe Napkin 1 pe Wrench 1 pe Silica gel 50 grams User s manual 1 pe Warranty card 1 pe 5 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 1 Preparing the unit for operation without image stabilization Remove the device from the case and adjust the neck strap 2 Remove the protective caps from the objective lenses 3 Aim the unit to distant objects over 30 meters away and adjust the interpupillary distance using lever 3 4 Adjust the dioptric correction by rotating rings on the eyepieces 2 5 Now the device can operate as a conventional 16X magnification binocular 5 2 Operation with image stabilization Extract the battery cartrid
4. izing mode is switched off Turn the power switch 5 into the OFF position 6 STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Warning After transportation or keeping the device at temperature lower than 25 C 13 F the device must be warmed up to ambient temperature for at least 6 hours before operating
5. ld time Check the silica gel color and replace the desiccant if needed If nothing helps dry the unit as described in the maintenance section 12 2 APPEARANCE AND CONTROLS 1 Power unit cap 2 Eyepieces 3 Lever for interpupillary base changing 4 Power supply indicator 5 Power switch 6 Device front panel 7 Stabilization on lever 8 Power supply socket 9 Desiccant compartment Fig 1 Front view 5 3 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS Magnification 16x Angular field of view no less 3 Ext pupil dianreter mm 2 5 Mininrum focus m 30 Interpupillary adjustrent nm 58 72 Resolution in the center stabilization is on 10 Dioptric adjustment no less 5 Transmission factor not less 0 55 Power source batteries 6 AA On board power source V DC 12 Angular velocity of panning in any direction o6 degree sec Stabilization freedom degrees 5 Overall dinrensions nm 230x190x120 Weight wo batteries kg 2 4 Relative hunidity at 25 C up to B Temperature range C 25 445 Terperature range during transportation C 40 70 Prepare fresh silica gel You should replace the powder indoors or if in the field in dry windless weather only Unscrew the desiccant compartment cap with the supplied wrench Pour the wet silica gel out off the compartment and fill it with fresh one Close the cap The wet silica gel may be rege
6. nerated To dry it place the silica gel into metallic container and heat it to 120 C until the color of the powder turns blue Do not burn silica gel with the open fire If the moisture penetrates inside the binocular and is condensed on the optics dry the unit as described Unscrew the desiccant compartment cap with the supplied wrench Place the binocular in a dry warm place until the visible condensate drops disappear entirely Fill the desiccant compartment with fresh silica gel Close the cap The binocular long term storage is allowed in a heated room with temperature no lower than 5 C The air in the premises must not contain acid vapor or other active chemical agents It s allowed to transport binoculars in factory packaging at temperatures from 40 to 70 C 11 Precautions SIB 16x40 WP is a sophisticated precision optical instrument equipped with electronics Therefore it should be handled with due care e Keep your device away from direct sunlight impacts dust moisture and sudden changes of temperatures e Do not keep the device at temperatures higher than 50 C 122 F e Do not touch the optical surfaces with fingers Doing so may damage the anti reflection coating e Avoid shocks and sharp jolts e Cleaning of optical surfaces is only allowed with professional camera lens cleaning supplies e To clean the exterior of the device use a soft clean cloth e Keep the unit away from heating appl
7. r customer support department at 416 663 6963 or Toll free at 1 877 368 6666 Our operating hours are 9am 5pm Monday Friday Standard East Time At no time should equipment be sent back to Newcon without following the instructions of our technical support department Newcon accepts no responsibility for unauthorized returns To locate NEWCON Authorized Dealer call Tel 1 416 663 6963 Fax 1 416 663 9065 Email newconsales newcon optik com Web www newcon optik com The defective products should be shipped to From USA only 2331 Superior Ave Cleveland OH 44114 From all other countries 105 Sparks Ave Toronto ON M2H 2S5 CANADA 14 Features of the SIB 16x40WP Gyro binocular Stabilized image Rigid construction Waterproof Surveillance in moving environment Alternative external power supply TABLE OF CONTENTS AWN o Seo mnNN Brief description Appearance and controls Technical characteristics Supplied accessories Operation instructions 5 1 Preparing the device for operation without image stabilization 5 2 Operation with image stabilization Storage and maintenance instructions Troubleshooting Warranty Customer support Quality certificate CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY 1 BRIEF DESCRIPTION SIB 16x40WP Gyro Stabilizing Binoculars is an ultimate instrument designed for long range observation and tracking and
8. r fail to function properly as a result of misuse abuse improper installation neglect damage caused by disasters such as fire flood lightning improper electrical current or service other than by a NEWCON Authorized Service Postage insurance or shipping costs incurred in presenting your NEWCON product for warranty service are your responsibility Please include a check or money order made out to NEWCON OPTIK for the amount of 15 00 to cover shipping and handling This covers products shipped in USA or Canada only 13 7 TROUBLESHOOTING The stabilization mode does not work Check that the batteries are installed properly Check the charge of the batteries Replace if they are weak Do not use old batteries with new ones The image does not appear in focus Bring the inspected object to the center of the image Turning the eyepieces 2 adjust to achieve the clearest image on the screen If the view still does not seem in focus clean the lenses They could be foggy or dusty Check if there is no moisture inside the unit Image is waving when stabilization mode has been engaged This is a typical warming up effect that will last for no more than one minute after engaging the stabilization mode Condensation accumulates on the parts In order to avoid misting of the eyepiece lens in cold time use special protective covers Wait for several hours before use when you take the unit from heated premises outdoors in co
9. surveillance It is helpful for both amateur and professional users The areas of application are e Observation aboard aircraft land vehicles boats or other moving platforms e Law enforcement and security e Search and rescue e Military The device incorporates gyro image stabilization technology which enables the user to observe distant objects from moving and nonmoving platforms without degrading of the image resolution inherent for regular optics as a sequence of jolts or normal hand tremor Being totally waterproof this unit is invaluable for marine navigation oil platform surveillance and other similar applications where strong vibration is complemented by severe environment conditions 4 8 WARRANTY NEWCON OPTIK warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of the original date of consumer s purchase but no more than 18 months from the date of manufacturing Should your Newcon product prove defective during this period please bring the product securely packaged in its original container or an equivalent together with proof of the date of original purchase to your Newcon Dealer Newcon will repair or at its option replace the product or part thereof which on inspection by Newcon is found to be defective in materials or workmanship What This Warranty Does Not Cover NEWCON is not responsible for warranty service should the product fail to be properly maintained o
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