D-730 Night Vision Weapon Sight User Manual
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1. Reticle Type Mil Dot Amber Windage Elevation Adj 100 yards Ya MOA per click Va per click Diopter 3 to 3 Weather Resistant Waterproof R llluminator Optional Battery Type Life 1 3v CR123 60 hours Dimensions without mount 168mm x 48mm x 43mm Weight 19 8 oz Operating Temperature 40 C to 50 C Warranty 2 years Note The effective detection and recognition range of D 730 is dependent on the amount of ambient light magnification of the scope atmospheric transparency and contrast between the target of observation and its background In high ambient light moonlight with the target against a light background sand or snow the effective range is increased In low ambient light overcast with the target against a dark background trees brush etc the effective range is decreased NIGHT OPTICS USA WEAPON SIGHTS FEATURES actual vveapon mount may vary from image Guz Long range observation under very low light levels Ultra Portable Illuminated amber MIL DOT reticle with brightness control High resolution throughout field of view Specially designed and fully coated optics with very high Light transmission tactor Internal focusing system increases stability amp precision Bright source protection Automatic brightness control Standard Weaver high strength mounting system eee deve Waterproof nitrogen purged construction Stat2. Always remember to tum off the D 730 when it is no longer being used If the device is not going to be used for more then 10 days batteries should be removed to prevent leakage and corrosion Always keep the Objective Lens Cover on when the device is not in use NIGHT OPTICS USA 6 WEAPON SIGHTS OPERATION 3 MOUNTING ON THE RIFLE NOTE Mounting procedure may vary depending on the type of mount used 1 Loosen the mounting clamp s fig 1 10 2 Mount the D 730 on the rail of the rifle so that the rubber eyecup is touching shooter s eye add 1 2 for higher caliber weapons The position of the device should be such that the shooter is in the natural shooting position when using the scope without needing to lean too far forward or back 3 Tighten the mounting clamp s NOTE If necessary loosen tighten the tension bolts with a wrench so that the mount is securely fastened to the rail 4 The D 730 is now mounted and ready to be sighted in 4 THE RETICLE Reticle Brightness can be adjusted by the reticle brightness control knob fig 1 8 Measurements are in meters at a distance of 100 meters using 4x D 730 0 2 0 07 H os 1 cm 0 3937 in 1 1 meter 100 cm 1 meter 3 281 ft 100 meters 109 4 yds 2 NIGHT OPTICS USA JA WEAPON SIGHTS OPERATION 5 SIGHTING IN THE D 730 D 730 can be sighted in during the daytime by using the Daytime Filter Objective Lens Cover or du
3. as moonlight or ambient starlight Night vision devices will not penetrate smoke fog rain or heavy snowfall Cloud cover and tree shadows will reduce the effectiveness of this device Do not operate this Night Vision Device in a potentially explosive environment near gasoline fumes or other volatile materials This is a high voltage electrical device Do not disassemble puncture recharge or expose the battery to fire or high tempera ture Doing so may result in an explosion and resulting chemical burns When the device is not in operation for a prolonged period remove the battery from the device and keep it separately in a cool and dry place NIGHT OPTICS USA WEAPON SIGHTS PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1 Objective Lens 7 Rubber Eyepiece Guard 2 Main Housing 8 Reticle Brightness Control 3 Focus Adjustment 9 Power Button 4 Battery Compartment 10 Quick Release Mount 5 Windage amp Elevation Turrets 11 IR Mount Not Shown 6 Eyepiece Diopter KIT COMPONENTS a u t D 730 Night Vision VVeapon Sight Flip up Cap Daylight Filter Hard Case 3v CR123 Battery Operator s Manual Quick Release Mount Lens Cloth NIGHT OPTICS USA WEAPON SIGHTS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS agnification 3 7x Lens System 85mm f1 6 FOV 8 5 Range of Focus 33 to 10mto ce Detection Range 1395 G3 425 m G3 Recognition Range 1148 G3 350 m G3
4. is more noticeable under high light conditions Do not be concerned the honeycomb effect is an inherent characteristic of all high amplification night vision systems that incorporate a microchannel plate in the intensifier BLACK SPOTS These are cosmetic blemishes in the image intensifier They do not affect the performance or reliability of a night vision device and a number of sizes are inherent in the manufactur ing process NIGHT OPTICS USA oj VVEAPON SIGHTS NIGHT VISION CHARACTERISTICS IMAGE INTENSIFIER LIFE Night Vision Devices are designed to be robust The image intensifier tube hovvever does not have an unlimited lifetime The life of the image intensifier is dependent upon the amount of use Under normal operating conditions it vvill provide reliable performance for an extended period of time MAINTENANCE OPTICS Always clean the optics with a suitable optical cleaning cloth Do not use detergents or excessive moisture to clean any part of the Night Vision Device BATTERY BATTERY COMPARTMENT Any Night Vision Device that is to be stored for a long or undetermined amount of time must have the batteries removed MOISTURE The Night Vision Device is water resistant No warranties or guarantees apply to a Night Vision Device that has been submerged in water Take great care when using any night vision in a wet environment as the image intensifier tube is sensitive to moisture SALT WATER If the Night Vision Device i
5. 3 7x Night Vision Weapon Sight Operator Manual NIGHT OPTICS USA INC www nightoptics com Description Warnings Product Overview Kit Components Technical Specifications D 730 Features Operation 1 Battery Installation 2 Using the D 730 3 Mounting on the Rifle 4 Reticle Description 5 Sighting in the D 730 Night Vision Characteristics Maintenance Troubleshooting Warranty Limitations of Liability TABLE OF CONTENTS NN DOODAR WW N co co 8 10 10 11 11 12 12 DESCRIPTION The 3 7x D 730 Superlite is one of the smallest and lightest night vision weapon sights available Notable features include an amber mil dot reticle with adjustable brightness control a waterproof housing and pristine multi coated optics that provide striking high contrast images in a variety of conditions At only 6 inches long and 19 8 ounces the D 730 is a powerful performer in an ultra compact pocketsize package WARNINGS PLEASE READ THIS Please read this manual thoroughly before operating this device Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference This Night Vision Device should only be used during night or low light conditions It contains a light sensitive image intensifier tube that can be damaged if exposed to excessive light To prolong tube life and avoid damage do not turn the unit on in daylight without the protective cover All Image Intensified Devices require some light to operate such
6. damages arise out of breach of warranty a breach of agreement negligence strict liability or any other theory of liability NIGHT OPTICS USA P WEAPON SIGHTS NOTES NIGHT OPTICS USA ING 15182 Triton Lane Suite 101 Huntington Beach CA 92649 Ph 714 899 4475 Fax 714 899 4485 sales nightoptics com info nightoptics com Facebook com nightoptics Twitter com nightopticsusa
7. e of the art impact resistant housing Lightweight MIL DOT RETICLE NIGHT OPTICS USA WEAPON SIGHTS OPERATION 1 BATTERY INSTALLATION WARNING A Prior to installing the battery make sure the day time protective cover is fitted over the lens Excessive light can damage intensifier tube and void warranty The D 730 uses 1 3v CR123 battery Unscrew the battery compartment cover fig 1 4 and install the battery according to the polarity diagram on the battery housing 2 USING THE D 730 Performance readiness of the D 730 can be checked in the daytime using the Daytime Filter Objective Lens Cover WARNING Removing cover during daylight excessive use during daylight or pointing towards exceptionally bright light sources e g sun light bulbs welding arc etc will void product warranty See page 12 for more information A yellow green image should be seen through the eyepiece after switching on the device 1 Remove the Objective Lens Cover 2 Press power button fig 1 9 A green image with reticle should be seen through the eyepiece 3 Rotate the eyepiece fig 1 6 to sharpen the focus on the reticle Use the reticle brightness control to adjust reticle brightness fig 1 8 4 Acquire a target and adjust the objective focus fig 1 3 to sharpen the image 5 When the D 730 is no longer required press and hold the power button for 2 seconds fig 1 9 to power OFF the unit and replace the Objective Cover
8. enerated inside the image intensifier that strike the phosphor screen and are an indication that the device is working NIGHT OPTICS USA 8 WEAPON SIGHTS NIGHT VISION CHARACTERISTICS CONTRAST REVERSAL Night Vision Devices detect light that cannot be seen by the human eye This light is often referred to as being in the near infrared light spectrum The existence of this light and the manner in which it reflects is not normally visible to the naked eye For this reason objects that normally appear lighter than their surroundings may appear dark against a light background In addition the output image of the Night Vision Device is dependent on the reflective quality of the objects the operator sees in the viewing area Objects that appear light during the day but have a dull surface may appear duller when viewed through a Night Vision Device All of these factors must be taken into account when utilizing a Night Vision Device for observation or navigation purposes DEPTH PERCEPTION Night Vision does not present normal depth perception Use extreme caution when using a Night Vision Device where reliance upon depth perception is important FOG AND RAIN Night Vision Devices are very responsive to reflected ambient light therefore fog or heavy rain can reflect too much light toward the Night Vision Device and may seriously degrade its performance HONEYCOMB This is a faint hexagonal pattern throughout the image area This effect
9. orst conditions These lines will form hexagonal or square wave shaved lines a Acceptable as long as it does not interfere with operation of the device Image dimmer than usual a Weak batteries b Low natural illumination level a Replace the batteries b Turn on IR illuminator NIGHT OPTICS USA WEAPON SIGHTS WARRANTY The D 730 is covered by a limited 2 year warranty from time of sale The warranty is valid only for the original purchaser The manufacturer warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period If the product proves to be defective during this period the manufacturer will repair the original product or replace it with a like product at the sole discretion of the manufacturer This limited warranty does not cover 1 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 2 Any product that has experienced deterioration or a malfunction from accidents misuse neglect fire water lighting or other acts of nature unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized to do so use of supplies or parts not meeting manufacturer s specifications normal wear and tear and or extreme wear and tear caused by battlefield conditions or other extreme environments No other warranties expressed or implied are valid without an agreement in w
10. ring nighttime The process is identical to any standard day scope and is achieved by adjusting windage and elevation target turrets fig 1 5 located underneath protective dust caps The target turrets feature positive click adjustments and each click is equal to Va MOA i e 4 at 100 yards 12 at 200 yards etc NIGHT VISION CHARACTERISTICS MONOCHROMATIC IMAGE Night Vision Devices produce a monochromatic image You will not be able to see any differentiation between colors In particular red and green lights will both appear green Take care to verify color differences with unaided vision Exercise extreme caution when operating aircraft ground vehicles or marine vessels while using night vision equipment COLOR SENSITIVITY Night Vision Devices are more responsive to red and white lights than green and blue lights Because of this distant red and white lights may appear closer than green or blue lights Exercise extreme caution when using these lights for navigation Periodically verify the distances to these lights with your unaided eyes EXTREME DARKNESS Night Vision Devices are effective under most dark conditions including overcast starlight They are not practical in an extremely dark environment such as in a tunnel where there is no natural ambient light Without sufficient ambient light the operator may notice pinpoint size sparkles scintillation or noise in the image area These sparkles are small amounts of energy g
11. riting provided by the manufacturer All shipping involved in warranty work replacement is the sole responsibility of the purchaser LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY Night Optics USA Inc 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 this product are the sole responsibility of the Customer Night Optics USA Inc s sole responsibility is limited to providing the products and service outlined herein in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement The provision of products sold and services performed by Night Optics USA Inc to the Customer shall not be interpreted construed or regarded either expressly or implied as being for the benefit or creating any obligation toward any third party of legal entity outside Night Optics USA Inc and Customer Night Optics USA Inc s obligations under this Agreement extend solely to the Customer Night Optics USA Inc s liability hereunder for damages regardless of the form or action shall not exceed the fees or other charges paid to Night Optics USA Inc by the Customer or the Customer s dealer Night Optics USA Inc 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
12. s exposed to a salt water environment wipe it off with a clean cloth slightly dampened with fresh water and dry it thoroughly Take special care of the optics as noted above SUNLIGHT Night Vision is sensitive to light and must be stored away from direct contact with bright light sources of any kind NIGHT OPTICS USA WEAPON SIGHTS MAINTENANCE NVARNINGI Improper care or unauthorized maintenance can damage device and may result in warranty nullification TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS No visible Image PROBABLE CAUSE a Objective lens cap not been removed b Battery cover is loose c Incorrect battery polarity d Weak battery CORRECTIVE ACTION a Remove cap b Tighten cover c Reinsert battery d Replace battery Image flickers flashes or clicking is heard a Normal for new battery to cause this for first five minutes a If condition continues contact manufacturer for service instructions Dark spots on screen a Cosmetic blemishes Normal for this technology a Acceptable as long as it does not interfere with operation of the device Image not clear a Focus is not adjusted b Too close to object a Adjust focus b Increase viewing distance Fixed pattern noise honeycomb a Cosmetic blemishes caused by too much illumination a Acceptable as long as target resolution can be resolved Pattern of dark thin lines chicken wire a Normal under w
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