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1. A ARMASICHT DARK STRIDER Night Vision Binoculars USER S MANUAL Important Export Restrictions Commodities products technol ogies and services of this manual are controlled by the U S Depart ment of State Office of Defense Trade Controls in accordance with International Traffic in Arms ITAR Title 22 Code of Federal Regula tions Part 120 130 and or by the Export Administration 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 intend 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 Govern ment having jurisdiction Additionally U S law prohibits the sale transfer or export of items to certain restricted parties destina tions 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 transporta tion or shipment outside of the U S of any product prohibited or restricted for export without complying with U S export control laws and regulations including proper export2. WARNING The Dark Strider night vision binoculars are designed for several years of reliable service To ensure trouble free performance please observe the following instructions Do not activate the device in daylight unless the protective lens cover is fitted securely over the lens If the device is ON do not direct the device at bright light sources such as car head lights camp fires street lights etc as this will cause damage to the device Do not check the device operation in daylight unless the front lens cap is fitted securely over the lens and even then the device should only be ON for the few seconds it takes to establish correct operation Do not open the body of the device or otherwise disassemble it Avoid dropping or otherwise impacting the device Do not expose the device to moisture or extreme temperatures Donottouch the lenses Clean optical parts with a clean soft cloth and only use professional lens cleaners designed for use with optics Do not forget to remove the battery from the battery compartment if the device is to be stored for more than 3 days Do not forget to turn the device OFF during periods of non operation N WARNING Take into consideration the following information and restrictions in order to avoid damag ing the device and to ensure a long service life and failure free operation Performance of the device in nighttime conditions depends on the level of ambient light i
3. acing them into the storage case TROUBLESHOOTING Common problems that may occur with your binoculars or the detection and viewing tests as well as actions you can take to correct them are listed in Troubleshooting Table below This table does not list all of the malfunctions that may occur with your device If you experience a malfunction of the device that is not listed in this table please contact Armasight or your Dark Strider retailer NOTE Before you use this table be sure you have performed all normal operational safety care and handling checks and procedures If your device malfunctions in a way not listed in this table contact Armasight or your Dark Strider retailer Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Press the PWR button The binoculars do not turn on properly installed battery If these actions fail submit the device for unit level maintenance Check if the eyepieces are focused Poor image quality dirty If the problem persists contact your service center Check the exit pupil distance value Light visible through the eyecups Check the resilience of each eyepiece Diopter adjustment cannot be per Check to see if the diopter adjustment formed rings are deformed or broken Turn the IR illuminator on in dark area with the binoculars on Visually estimate if the IR illuminator does not switch on observed scene is properly lighted Inspect for a missing defective or im Check if th
4. are designed to protect the objective lens from physical damage as well as allow the testing of the device s operation in daylight 3 Eye Cups The rubber eye cups are designed to protect the eyepieces and to provide comfort of use for the use 4 CR123A Lithium Battery 3V CR123A lithium batteries are used to supply power to the unit 5 Neck Strap The neck strap allows the Dark Strider Binoculars to hang comfortably around your neck during periods of non observation 6 User Manual The user manual contains a full description of the device and accessories information about controls installation maintenance and troubleshooting procedures 7 Carrying Case The carrying case is used to store and carry the Dark Strider binocular and accessories OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 1 XLR IR850 Detachable Wide Angle Adjustable X Long Range Infrared Illuminator Part ANKIXLRO23 A detachable LED long range infrared illuminator with a wide adjustable beam angle Compatible with night vision devices that rely on CCD or image intensifier technology Should be used when there is little to no ambient light Comes fully assembled with a dedicated mount in order to be installed on a Picatinny Weaver rail The IRDS Adapter 115 18650 rechargeable battery and Charger are included 2 XLR IR Afocal Doubler Part ANAF18XXLR Doubles the distance of XLR IR850 IR Illuminator beam Comes complete with an thread adapter 174 2 PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION N
5. e lenses are greasy fogged or ACTION Press the PWR button repeatedly Replace the battery or install it prop erly Focus the oculars Thoroughly clean the surface of each lens Press the eyecups to your face If the eyecups are defective contact your service center If the diopter adjustment rings are damaged contact your service center If the IR illuminator does not turn on contact your service center 6 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 Armasight 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 warranty does 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 or by any party other than Armasight without prior written consent of Armasight d special order or close out merchandise or merchandise sold as is by either Armasight or the Armasig
6. front lens caps 3 Activate the unit by pushing the PWR button A green light indicating correct IIT operation will ap pear after a momentary delay 4 Observe the scene and focus your Dark Strider IR ILLUMINATOR OPERATION CAUTION Do not forget that light emitted from the IR illuminator is invisible to the naked eye however it can be easily detected when using night vision devices Infrared illuminators are used in areas where the level of light is not sufficient for surveillance An IR il luminator can provide an extra source of infrared light which although invisible to the naked eye can greatly enhance the performance of night vision devices Turn on the IR illuminator when working in total darkness Please remember that the beam emitted by your IR illuminator will lose its brightness over distance You can activate the IR illuminator of your binoculars by pushing the IR button A red indicator light will appear when the IR illuminator is turned on You can change the field of coverage by adjusting the IR beam To focus the beam rotate the IR illumi nator lens until the desired field of coverage is reached NOTE The IR will automatically turn off when the unit s main power is turned OFF 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The Dark Strider should always be stored in the supplied packaging particularly in heated and venti lated rooms To keep the device operational please follow the instructions listed previously regarding pre
7. ht 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 damage 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 statu tory 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 expressly disclaimed 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 responsibility of the Customer Armasight s sole undertaking is limited to providing the products and services outlined here
8. if it is not within your reach 3 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTROLS The Dark Strider is designed to meet the needs and requirements of various users Each user can indi vidually set the unit to the most effective and desirable position with the help of the controls The Dark Strider unit controls and indicators are shown and detailed further below PWR Button This controls the power supply to the unit Use this button to turn the unit on and off IR Button This button controls the power supply to the built in infrared illuminator Use this button to turn the IR illuminator on and off Diopter Adjustment This control focuses the eyepieces Use it to get the clearest image possible on the IIT screen IR Illuminator Focus Adjustment This control focuses the IR beam To adjust the IR beam rotate the IR illuminator lens Power Indicator A green indicator PWR light will turn on when the unit is on and ready for operation IR Activity Indicator A red indicator IR light will turn on when the IR illuminator is turned on and ready FOCUSING To focus your Dark Strider Binoculars perform the following steps 1 Adjust the eye pieces diopters Turn the diopter adjustment rings clockwise until they stop While looking through the eyepieces observe the scene and slowly begin turning the diopter adjustment rings counterclockwise until the image becomes clear and sharp SETTING UP PROCEDURES To check device operation in daylight or in a
9. in in accordance with the terms and condi tions of this Agreement The provision of products 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 war ranty a breach of agreement negligence strict liability or any other theory of liability PRODUCT WARRANTY REGISTRATION In order to validate the warranty on your product Armasight must receive a completed Product Warranty 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 and immediately mail it to our Service Center Armasight Inc 815 Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco CA 94080 USA OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warra
10. licensing documen tation or authorization is unlawful and may result in civil and or criminal penalties and or constitute a federal crime Diversion con trary to U S law is strictly prohibited PARTS OF THE BINOCUL DIOPER ADJUSTMENT RINGS PWR BUTTON UNIT ON OFF IR BUTTON IR ILLUMINATOR ON OFF NECK STRAP BATTERY COMPARTMENT 1 4 TRIPOD SOCET LENS PROTECTIVE CAPS IRILLUMINATOR LENS POWER ON INDICATOR IR ON INDICATOR N WARNING This product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions The FDA has reported an increase in the number of deaths associated with sensitivity to natural latex proteins If you are allergic to latex learn which products contain it and strictly avoid exposure to those products 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 Armasight Inc 2015 1 DESCRIPTION AND DATA DESCRIPTION With appearance size and weight very similar to common daytime binoculars the Armasight Dark Strider Gen 1 night vision binoculars offer superb night vision performance in a form familiar to con sumers Binocular night vision is better for sustained viewing periods and improved depth perception Dark Strider is eq
11. n the environment Some light moonlight starlight etc is required for the device to provide an image Ambient light level is reduced by the presence of clouds shade or objects that block natural light buildings trees etc The device loses its effectiveness when operated in shadowed areas The effectiveness of the device is adversely affected by weather conditions such as rain snow sleet or fog and environmental conditions such as smoke or dust The device resolution level is reduced in environments with very low light sources The vis ibility will degrade significantly under starlit conditions particularly in low contrast environ ments such as deserts large areas of uniform vegetation etc The device is equipped with a protection system that will automatically disable the image intensifier tube when the illuminance level stays above 40 lux for over 10 seconds BATTERY INSTALLATION 1 Unscrew the battery compartment cap on the front side of the binoculars body 2 Insert the CR123A battery into the battery compartment in accordance with polarity markings 3 Screw the cap into place TRIPOD INSTALLATION The Dark Strider can be connected to a tripod To mount the tripod with the Dark Strider device screw the tripod into the 1 4 threaded socket located on the tripod adapter of the Dark Strider NOTE The unit may be badly damaged if the tripod collapses or falls over Remove the unit from the tripod
12. n illuminated room observe the following procedures 1 Verify that the battery is inserted into the battery compartment in accordance with polarity mark ings on the binoculars body 2 Verify that the objective lenses and light sensor caps are securely closed 3 Activate the unit by pushing the PWR button but without removing the protective caps While looking through the eyepieces of your Dark Strider observe the scene Verify whether or not the green light is indicating that correct IIT operation is occurring 4 Adjust the interpupillary distance by putting the binocular in both hands and adjusting the bino until you basically see one round image 5 Adjust the eyepiece diopter rings until the images becomes clear and sharp 6 Turn the unit OFF by pushing the PWR button The green glow will disappear from the eyepieces 7 Replace the objective lens caps securely over the objective lenses OPERATION IN NIGHTTIME CONDITIONS CAUTION Avoid exposing the binoculars to bright light sources Bright light emitted by fires automobile headlights lanterns projectors etc will cause serious damage your Dark Strider 1 Visually estimate the illuminance level in the viewing area Operation with the objective lens caps off is safe when the illuminance level is less than 1 lux at an illuminance level of 1 lux you will barely be able to read a newspaper even after your eyes have adjusted to the low light conditions 2 Remove the
13. nty 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 ser vice 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 Contact information such as a valid telephone number and or e mail address as well as proof of your purchases 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 toa significant delay in processing Estimated Warranty service time is 10 20 business days The End user Customer is responsible for postage 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 warranty Armasight will return the product after war ranty service via domestic ground service and
14. or domestic mail The postage and shipping fees for any other requested required or international shipping methods will be the responsibility of the End user Customer ARMASIGHT PRODUCT WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD PRODUCT INFORMATION Product Name Purchased From Purchase Date Product Serial CUSTOMER INFORMATION Name Address City Country Zip Day Phone Home Phone E mail address Customer Signature Required 10 FOR NOTE 11 ARMASICHT Armasight Inc 815 Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco CA 94080 USA Phone 650 589 8181 Fax 650 589 8811 N WARNING 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
15. parations for storage The battery should be stored separately from the unit and be inserted into the battery compartment only when the device is being prepared for use The presence of both acids and alkalis near the binoculars is not recommended When stored your Dark Strider should be protected from exposure to direct sunlight or extreme tem peratures DARK STRIDER CLEANING PROCEDURES 1 Gently remove any dirt from the binoculars body using a clean soft cloth 2 Wipe external surfaces down with the exception of optical surfaces with a clean cloth moistened with pure water 3 Dry all wet surfaces with a different clean dry cloth 4 Carefully remove any dirt from the optical surfaces using a lens brush 5 To avoid scratches optical surfaces must be cleaned using a clean cotton swab that has been slight ly dampened with pure alcohol The glass should be wiped in circular motions starting from the center and moving out towards the edge without touching the barrel Change the cotton swab as soon as it becomes dirty PREPARATION FOR STORAGE When preparing your Dark Strider for storage perform the following steps 1 Verify that the binoculars are operating in accordance with all previously specified procedures 2 Remove the battery from the battery compartment 3 Clean the binoculars and all accessories 4 Place all components into the storage case CAUTION Each component of the unit should be thoroughly dried before pl
16. uipped with two high quality Gen 1 image tubes multi coated glass lenses and a fitted rubber armored aluminum housing A built in adjustable infrared illuminator ensures operation even in total darkness Using the Dark Strider is easy due to its simple control buttons and eyepiece only focusing optics Powerful tough and practical that s the Armasight Dark Strider FEATURES Easy to operate Powerful 5x magnification Rubberized for extra protection High resolution Gen 1 Image Intensifier Tube Multi coated all glass optics Build In Long Range Infrared Illuminator Water and fog resistant Limited Two Year Warranty SPECIFICATIONS Generation 1 Magnification 5x Objective lens diameter mm 50 Lens system 80mm F 1 7 Field of view 14 Focus range m 10 to infinity Exit pupil diameter mm 5 Eye relief mm 15 Power Supply CR 123 Lithium 1 3V Battery life IR On hour up to 12 Battery life IR Off hour up to 58 Body material Lens material type Operating temperature C Tripod mount Dimensions LxWxH mm in Weight kg Ibs Glass fiber reinforced composite Multicoated heavy glass 30 to 45 Yes 225 x 150 x 60 8 9 x 5 9 x 2 3 1 4 3 Armasight reserves the right to modify these specifications at any time without notice STANDARD COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION 1 Armasight Dark Strider Binoculars Night vision binoculars with 5x magnification 2 Objective Lens Caps The objective lens caps
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