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1. or send the product postage paid and with a copy of your sales receipt to Armasight Corporation s service center at the address listed above All merchandise must be fully insured with the correct postage Armasight will not be responsible for improper postage or merchandise that becomes lost or damaged during shipment When sending product back please clearly write the RMA on the outside of the shipping box Please include a letter that indicates your RMA the Customer s Name a Return Address reason for the return Contact information valid telephone numbers and or an e mail address and proof of purchase 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 a sig nificant delay in processing may occur Estimated Warranty service time is 10 20 business days The End user Customer is responsible for postage to Armasight for warranty service Armasight will cover return postage shipping after warranty repair to the End user Customer only if the product is covered by the aforementioned warranty Armasight will return the product after warranty service by domestic UPS Ground service and or domestic mail Should any other requested required or international shipping methods be necessary the postage shipping fee will be the responsibility of the End user Customer 11 AR NIASICHNT Armasight Inc 815 Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco CA 942. in an illuminated room observe the following procedures 1 Verify that the battery is inserted into the battery compartment in accordance with the polarity markings on the body of the sight 2 Verify that the objective lens is securely closed 3 Without removing the protective caps activate the unit by pushing the PWR button While looking through the eyepiece observe the scene Verify that the green light indicating correct IIT operation is on 4 Adjust the eyepiece s diopter ring and lens focus until the image becomes clear and sharp 5 Turn the unit off by pushing the PWR button The green glow will disappear from the eyepiece OPERATION IN NIGHTTIME CONDITIONS CAUTION Avoid exposing the sight to bright light sources Bright light emitted by fires automobile head lights lanterns projectors etc will damage your Orion 1 Visually estimate the illuminance level in the viewing area Operation of the device with the objec tive lens cap removed is safe only 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 adapted to the dim light or darkness 2 Remove the front lens cap 3 Activate the unit by pushing the PWR button After a momentary delay a green light indicating cor rect IIT operation will appear 4 Observe the scene and focus your Orion RETICLE The Armasight Orion reticle provides a clear aiming po
3. 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 PARTS OF THE WEAPON SIGHT ELEVATION ADJUSTMENT WINDAGE ADJUSTMENT PICATINNY RAILS LENS FOCUS ADJUSTMENT LENS CAP 5 5 DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT BATTERY HOUSING PWR BUTTON UNIT ON OFF RETICLE BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT 7 8 WEAVER MOUNTING SYSTEM IR810 LONG RANGE IR ILLUMINATOR SKB MIL STANDARD HARD SHIPPING STORAGE CASE PART ANHC000004 OPTIONAL CAUTION This product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions The FDA has noted an increase in the number of reported 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 The information provided in this manual is intended for familiarization with the product only the contents may un dergo 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 2 1 DESCRIPTION AND DATA DESCRIPTION The Armasight Orion Riflescopes series is a collection of high performance mid range night vision weapon sights that provide excellent observati
4. 080 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 FDA has noted an increase in the number of deaths re ported to the agency 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 ex posure www armasight com
5. 123 Lithium 1 3V Battery life hour 40 40 40 Reticle System Red on Green Red on Green Red on Green Windage amp Elevation Adjustment 3 4 MOA 3 4 MOA 1 2 MOA Environmental Rating Water Resistant Water Resistant Water Resistant Operating temperature C 40 to 50 40 to 50 40 to 50 imeno thA tara in 323 x 115 x 94 323 x 115 x 98 323 x 118 x 104 12 7 x 4 5 x 3 7 12 7 x 4 5 x 3 8 12 7 x 4 6 x 4 1 Weight kg Ibs 1 3 2 8 1 45 3 2 1 77 3 7 Armasight reserves the right to modify these specifications at any time without notice 2 PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION WARNING The Orion night vision weapon sights are designed for several years of reliable service To ensure trouble free performance please observe the following instructions e Do not activate the device in daylight unless the protective lens cover is fitted securely over the objective lens If the device is ON do not direct the device towards bright light sources such as car headlights camp fires street lights etc as this will cause damage to the device e Do not check the device s 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 es tablish correct operation e Do not open the body of the device or otherwise disassemble it e Avoid dropping or otherwise impacting the device e Do not expose the device to moisture or extreme temperatures e Donott
6. 2 Place the IR810 on the Picatinny rail 3 Tighten the fixing screw IR ILLUMINATOR OPERATION The Armasight IR810 runs on a single CR123A battery To install the battery unscrew the battery com partment cap and insert the battery in accordance with the polarity markings on the unit s body Screw the battery compartment cap back into position To turn the IR810 on rotate the operation switch from the OFF position To adjust the power and brightness of the beam emitted by the IR810 rotate the illuminator operation switch Focus the IR beam to change the field of coverage To focus the beam rotate the IR illuminator lens until the image becomes clear Adjust the IR spot position in the field of view of the NVD ai ht vision e follows aa PNA g ADJUSTMENT BATTERY COMPARTMENT FOCUS ADJUSTMENT 1 Loosen the screw of the clamp on the IR illuminator mount 2 Turn on the sight and the IR illuminator 3 Carefully move the lens of the IR810 up and down and side to side While looking through the eyepieces of your device observe the IR spot position PEEN 4 Once the IR spot is centered in the field of view tighten FIXING SCREW the fixing screw of the clamp 5 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The Orion should always be stored in the supplied packaging particularly in heated and ventilated rooms To keep the device operational please follow the instructions below regarding preparations preparations for storage The batte
7. AR IASICHNT rion 3 rion 4 rion 5 Night Vision Weapon Sights USER S 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 including
8. BLE CAUSE Press the PWR button The sight does not switch on Inspect for a missing defective or im properly installed battery If these actions fail submit the device for unit level maintenance Verify that the objective lens and eye Poari li piece are focused oor image qualit d Check if the lenses are greasy fogged or dirty Ifthe problem persists contact your service center Check the exit pupil distance value Light is visible through the eyecup Check the eyepiece resilience Diopter adjustment cannot be per Check to see if the diopter adjustment formed ring is deformed or broken With the sight on turn the IR illuminator IR illuminator does not switch on on in dark area Visually estimate if the observed scene is lighted ACTION Press the PWR button repeatedly Replace the battery or install it prop erly Focus the ocular and lens Thoroughly clean the surfaces of each lens Press the eyecup to your face If the eyecup is defective contact your service center If the diopter adjustment ring is dam aged contact your service center If the IR illuminator does not turn on contact your service center ARMASIGHT PRODUCT WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD PRODUCT INFORMATION Product Name Purchased From Purchase Date _ ___ lt Product Serial CUSTOMER INFORMATION Name Address City Country Day Phone Home Phone E mail address 10
9. Zip 7 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 In the event that a defect covered by the below warranty occurs during the applicable period stated above Armasight at its discretion will either repair or replace the product such action on the part of Armasight shall be the full extent of Armasight s liability and the Customer s sole and exclusive reparation This warranty does not cover a product if it has a been used in ways 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 merchandise 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 damage that in Armasight s view are a result from the mishandling abuse misuse improper storage or improper operation of the device including use in conjunction with equipment that is electrically or mechanically incompatible with or of inferior quality to the product as well as failure to maintain the environm
10. ays above 40 lux for over 10 seconds BATTERY INSTALLATION 1 Unscrew the battery compartment cap 2 Insert the battery into the battery compartment fol lowing the polarity order marked on the compartment for reference Remember that the Orion requires a sin gle 3 Volt lithium CR123A battery 3 Screw the battery cap back into place BATTERY INSTALLATION MOUNTING THE WEAPON 1 Loosen the screws on the 7 8 weaver mount of the Orion 2 Place the sight on the weaver base of the firearm 3 Re tighten the screws SCREWS NOTE After a round of firing the fixing screws may need to be re tightened To provide you with greater flexibility when mounting your Orion on the mount system we have in stalled a small rail with a fixing projection on the base of the mount bracket together with the deter mined weaver rail indents that are used for mounting The mount bracket has two grooves that can accept this rail You can shift the mounting position of your Orion by an extra 1 3 of an inch by simply turning the rail around To add additional inches to the Orion weapon mount please follow the instructions below 1 Remove the two screws that attach the rail to the mounting bracket 2 Remove the rail from the groove 3 Turn the rail around 4 Put the rail into the other groove GROOVES 5 Re tighten the two screws on the rail 7 8 WEAVER RAIL WITHA MOUNTING SYSTEM FIXING PROJECTION NOTE Occasi
11. ental conditions specified by the manufacturer CUSTOMER IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT OPERATION OF THE EQUIPMENT DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS OR UNDER ANY EXCESSIVE LIGHT CONDITIONS MAY PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE INTERNAL COMPO NENTS OF THE UNIT AND SAID DAMAGE WILL NOT BE COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser Any breach of this warranty shall be enforced 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 herein in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement The provision of products sold and services performed by Armasight to the Customer shall not be inter preted construed or regarded either expressly or implied as being for the benefit of or creating any obligation toward any third pa
12. int even when difficult to see games or objects blend into the background Posts and crosshairs appear in the center section of the field of view but occupy a minimal portion of the image making precise shots on even the smallest targets easy and accurate The size of the thin lines in the center of reticle corresponds as fol lows 1 25 yards at 100 yard s distance WINDAGE AND ELEVATION ADJUSTMENT SONORE ELEVATION The vertical and horizontal adjustments of the Armasight Orion can be regulated by adjusting the elevation and windage turrets You will first need to remove the dust caps Each click indicates 1 4 of an inch at 100 yard s distance Once the turrets stop turning do not attempt to turn them any further as this may damage the mecha nism 4 IRILLUMINATOR Infrared illuminators are used in areas where the level of light is not sufficient for the unit to generate a bright clear image An IR illuminator provides infrared light which although invisible to the naked eye can greatly enhance the performance of night vision devices Turn on the IR810 when working in total darkness Remember that the beam emitted by your IR illuminator will lose its brightness over long distances IR ILLUMINATOR INSTALLATION The IR810 is a removable infrared illuminator that can be installed on the rail of the Orion To install the IR illuminator on your sight perform the following steps 1 Loosen the fixing screw on the IR810 mount
13. of the device NOTE It is unnecessary to completely remove the set screws To avoid losing these miniature screws leave them at least partially inside the body of the device CAUTION Only apply photographic lens cleaning tissues to the surface of the eyepieces Avoid damaging or leaving fingerprints on the lenses A can of compressed air may be used to blow dust off of the lenses Do not tip the can while spraying as you may cause the propellant to freeze as it exits the can This may damage the glass and the tube phosphor screen PREPARATIONS FOR STORAGE When preparing your Orion for storage perform the following steps 1 Verify that the sights are operating in accordance with all previously specified procedures 2 Remove the batteries from the battery compartments 3 Clean the sights and all accessories 4 Place all components into the storage case 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Common problems that may occur with your Orion or the detection and viewing tests as well as ac tions you can take to correct them are listed in the Troubleshooting Table see page 10 This table does not list all of the malfunctions that may occur with your device If you experience a malfunc tion that is not listed on this table please contact Armasight or your Orion retailer NOTE Before you use this table be sure that you have performed all normal operational safety care and handling checks and procedures Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM POSSI
14. onal target acquisition and aiming capabilities for the most demanding sports shooters hunters and security personnel Armasight Orion series sights are arguably the most dependable highest performing weapon sights you can find in the Gen 1 category We have housed our top class optics and image intensifier tubes within ruggedly designed rubberized aluminum bodies For improved accuracy and ergonomics all Orion series scopes feature precision top wheel focus The Armasight Orion series is the best solution for any tactical shooter or hunter seeking to improve the accuracy of their shooting in dark environments FEATURES 3x 4x or 5x magnification models Shock protected optics Illuminated red cross reticle Simple easy to operate controls and adjustments Water resistant design Rubberized body Ability to mount to standard weaver rails Variable reticle brightness Detachable long range infrared illuminator Limited Two Year Warranty SPECIFICATIONS Model ORION 3 ORION 4 ORION 5 Generation 1 1 1 Magnification 3x 4x 5x Lens system F 1 4 F85 mm F1 4 F90 mm F1 6 F 108 mm Field of view 15 12 10 Focus range m 10 to infinity 10 to infinity 10 to infinity Diopter adjustment dpt 5 to 5 5 to 5 5 to 5 Exit Pupil mm 8 8 8 Controls Direct Direct Direct Infrared Illuminator Detachable IR810 Detachable IR810 Detachable IR810 Power Indicator Yes Yes Yes Power Supply CR 123 Lithium 1 3V CR 123 Lithium 1 3V CR
15. onally you may find that the rail does not slide out easily If this occurs rotate one of the removed screws into the threaded aperture in the center of the fixing projection This will work as ajack and release the rail out of the groove 3 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTROLS The Armasight Orion weapon sights feature simple easy to operate controls and adjustments To turn on the sight push the PWR button once To turn off the sight push the PWR button again To adjust the reticle brightness do the following 1 Turn the sight on 2 Look into the eyepiece you will be able to see the reticle brightness through the viewfinder Rotate the R knob to gradually adjust the reticle brightness until the desired level of brightness is reached FOCUSING YOUR DEVICE To focus the Orion turn the diopter ring clockwise until it stops Then while looking through the eye piece aim the sight towards an object in the distance and begin slowly rotating the diopter ring in a counterclockwise direction until the image becomes sharp and clear You sight has the ability to focus when over both long range and short range distances Focus the front lens by rotating the focusing knob until the image becomes clear NOTE If you are operating your Orion in daylight verify that the protective lens cover is securely fitted over the objective lens before you begin adjusting the diopter SET UP PROCEDURES To check device s operation in daylight or
16. ouch 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 e Do not forget to turn the device off during periods of non operation WARNING Consider the following information and restrictions in order to avoid damaging the device and to ensure a long service life and failure free operation e Performance of the device in nighttime conditions depends on the level of ambient light in the environment Some light moonlight starlight etc is required for the device to provide an image e The level of ambient light is reduced by the presence of clouds shade or objects that block natural light buildings trees etc e The device loses its effectiveness when operated in shadowed areas e The effectiveness of the device is adversely affected by weather conditions such as rain snow sleet and fog as well as environmental conditions such as smoke or dust e The device s resolution level is reduced in environments with very low light conditions The visibility will degrade significantly under starlight conditions particularly in low contrast envi ronments such as deserts large areas of uniform vegetation etc e The device is equipped with a protection system that will automatically disable the image intensifier tube when the illuminance level st
17. rty of 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 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 United States of America OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warranty service on your unit the End user Customer must notify the Armasight service department via email Send any requests to service armasight com to receive a Return Merchandise Authorization number RMA When re turning any device please take in the product to your retailer
18. ry should be stored separately from the device 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 device is not recommended While stored your Orion should be protected from exposure to direct sunlight or extreme tempera tures ORION CLEANING PROCEDURES 1 Gently remove any dirt from the sight s body using a clean soft cloth 2 Wipe external surfaces down with the exception of optical surfaces with a clean cloth that has been 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 EYEPIECE MAINTENANCE Occasionally you may have to clean the eyepiece of your Armasight Orion sight After unpacking the Orion sight make sure that there is no dust or dirt on or in the eyepiece If you do find dust or dirt on the eyepiece you will need to remove them for cleaning The body of eyepiece has two set screws which you will need to loosen first After loosening these screws turn the eyepiece counterclockwise to separate it from the body
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