Newcon Optik Phantom 150 User's Manual
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1. ccc ccc e eee e eee eeeeeeae cues 1 2 Eye Relief MM cccceccceeecceeeeeeeeeeseeeee eee 25 Eyepiece focal length MM ccseseeeeeeeeeeees 15 System Resolution mrad ccceceeee eee eeee ce ees 1 DioptriC correctiON cccccceceeeeeeeeeseeeenens 5 TUDE FCSOIMOMS seri a A 1p mm standa doiena ra en a N 36 40 PGI I SMMUOM sperari E AR 45 64 Camera video adapter connecting size mm 52x1 37x1 Power Supply 5 6 0csceeseece AE 3V Lithium CR2 Battery life hours VVIEROUIE R anere a a a cheap 25 MV IEMs Escort curate nate at fiat EEA 10 Allowed illumination Ix 5 10 1x107 Allowed external temperature C 25 40 Dimensions inches cc cece eeeeeeeee eens 7 3X3 3X2 6 DIMENSIONS MM c cece ec eeeeeee eee eeeenees 185x85x65 Weight just viewer cceeeeee eee 180z 0 535 kg Gross Shipp Weight cceeee eee 28 oz 0 8 kg NOTE As the design is being continuously improved some descriptions may differ from those given above 4 CONSTRUCTION 1 2 Aa 4 5 6 as g 9 10 ENA 9 10 Body Lens Focusing Ring Eye piece Switch Button for the Scope IR Illuminator Switch IR Illuminator Battery House Cover Lens Cover Carrying Strap Low battery indicator 5 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING NEVER OPERATE YOUR NIGHT VISION DEVICE IN DAYLIGHT AREAS WITHOUT THE LENS COVER ON NE2. in the field of viewing device are given in the table Type of Zone Size of black spots Number of black spots mm spots Central Up to 0 073 Not limited circle of diameter From 0 073 to 0 150 5 5 mm From 0 150 to 0 294 Immovable Boundary From 0 073 to 0 150 circle of diameter From 0 150 to 0 294 5 5 9 0 mm From 0 294 to 0 400 Periphery circle of diameter Not limited Not limited 9 0 11 0 mm Entire field Moving circle of diameter From 0 150 to 0 294 11 0 mm 15 9 ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE NIGHT VISION DEVICE PHANTOM 150 Serial Number Model Phantom 150 Corresponds to technical conditions ADSH 3 807 020 TU and is admitted for use Date of production Place for seal Quality inspector Signature 14 e NEVER connect the unit to external power sources e 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 CONTENTS 1 Overview 1 Application and Features of Phantom 150 11 Warning 111 Precautions 2 Components 3 Specifications 4 Construction 5 Operating Instructions 5 1 Pre starting procedures 5 2 Testing of operation 5 3 Operation at night 5 4 Using interchangeable lenses 5 5 Using the camera video adapter 6 Troubleshooting 7 Warranty 8 Customer support 9 Acceptance Certificate THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING PHANTOM 150 NIGHT VISION DEVICE PLEASE DEMAND TO CHECK THE DEVICE FOR P
3. switch 4 for switching on the device Press button 5 for switching on IR illuminator Direct the device on the object to be viewed Note The I R button is equipped with automatic shot off circuitry After a while it will shot itself off to prevent battery drain
4. 0 to cover shipping and handling NEWCON OPTIK may replace any product that has been discontinued or is out of stock by another current product of comparable value and function NEWCON OPTIK DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WHETHER OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN 12 Some of the typical activities where the Phantom 150 will be useful boating search and rescue law enforcement wildlife observation security Features e Camera video adaptable e Totally waterproof construction e Rugged body e High quality wide angle interchangeable lens m 42x1 e The built in infra red illuminator allows observations in total darkness i e basement or cave e The internal lens with focusing mechanism ensures adjustment for sharpness for both near and remote objects e The eye piece allows Dyoptric adjustment for the eyes of the viewer e Soft rubber eye cap protects from the disturbing lateral light and occasional impacts thus making surveillance more comfortable e Standard and commonly available batteries ensure operation of the device of no less than 10 hours e Two switch buttons ensure separate switching of the night vision device and the IR LED illuminator thus providing economic use of batteries power e Original compact design and ergonomic shape make the device handy and comfortable to hold with one hand e Low battery indicator e Delayed shot of
5. NEWCON Optik 2005 Printed in Canada NC NEWCON OPTIK OPERATION MANUAL NIGHT VISION MONOCULAR PHANTOM 150 In USA 3310 Prospect Ave Cleveland OH 44115 In Canada 105 Sparks Ave Toronto ON M2H 2S5 Canada Tel 416 663 6963 Fax 416 663 9065 Email NEWCONSALES NEWCON OPTIK COM Internet www newcon optik com 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 e NEVER expose the opened objective lens of an active unit in daylight At daytime objective lens must be covered by caps There is a tiny hole in the cap to provide enough light for day time operation It is allowed to turn on the unit at daytime but the lenses must be covered by caps e NEVER aim active unit at intense light sources 1 e lights headlamps campfires the moon etc e NEVER reverse the polarity of a battery e NEVER disassemble the unit ATTENTION Image quality of the object which is being observed when an image intensifier is functioning depends mainly upon operating characters of this image intensifier Due to this fact black spots which are inherent in the image intensifier may be seen in the field of view of a viewing device Field of view is shown below Central zone Boundary zone Periphery zone Permissible defects which may be seen
6. ROPER OPERATION WHEN BUYING IT PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING 1 OVERVIEW Phantom 150 Night Vision monocular is a sophisticated optico electronic observation device designed to allow observations of personnel and orientation in nighttime conditions The unit is utilizing an image intensifier which amplifies available moonlight starlight or man made light Waterproof lightweight and compact this advanced system is the most affordable gen 2 system on the market 4 THE SOLE OBLIGATION OF NEWCON UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE COVERED PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS SET FORTH HEREIN NEWCON EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY LOST PROFITS GENERAL SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHICH MAY RESULT FROM BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY OR ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE ANY NEWCON PRODUCT 8 CUSTOMER SUPPORT Should you experience any difficulties with your Newcon OPTIK product consult the enclosed manual If the problem remains unresolved contact our customer support department at 416 663 6963 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 the NEWCON Authorized Dealer call Tel 416 663 6963 Fax 416 663 9065 E mail newconsales newcon optik co
7. This is an inherent feature of the image tube type utilized in the device We would recommend to place the scene of observation in the center of the field of view e Make sure to remove the battery during periods of non operating and when storing the device for long period of time 6 TROUBLESHOOTING The monocular does not work Check that the battery is installed properly Check the charge of the batteries Replace if it is weak The image does not appear in focus Bring the inspected object to the center of the image Turning the eye piece focusing lever 3 adjust to achieve the clearest image on the screen Then obtain the most clear cut image of the object The image doesn t appear in focus Bring the inspected object if the view still does not seem in focus clean the lenses they could be foggy or dusty Unit flashes It is normal for the unit to flash within the first 2 minutes of activation If the flashing continues afterwards the following is a possible cause bright environment even with the cap closed Condensation accumulates on the parts It is O K to use the monocular in cold However when the unit is brought from the cold into a warm environment it has to warm up for up to 5 hours not minutes Only then it is allowed to turn it ON again Visibility decreases and or disappears Bright light sources moon projectors or headlights may cause visibility to degrade or even completely disappear Move
8. VER DIRECT THE LENS IN THE DIRECTION OF BRIGHT LIGHT 5 1 Pre starting procedures 1 Unpack the device In order to replace the battery unscrew battery house cover 7 and replace the battery observing the polarity indicated close cover 7 First make sure the lens cap 8 is closed Check the functioning of the device by switching it on click switch 4 and looking through eye piece 3 If power supply and the battery is O K you will see greenish lit screen If the screen is not lit check the battery Replace the battery if necessary If everything works now is a great time to fill the warranty card You can find the unit s serial number on the button 5 2 Testing of operation Turn on the device using switch 4 Lens cap 8 must be on Direct the device on an object placed within 40 50 m from the viewer Turning the eye piece 3 try to achieve the sharpest image on the screen of the image tube For close focusing rotate the front lens 2 5 3 Operation at night AT MOON LIGHT Unscrew the lens cover 8 Turn on the device using switch 4 Turning the eye piece focusing lever 3 adjust to achieve the most clear image on the screen Then obtain the most clear cut image of the object focusing with ring 2 Repeat the steps of focusing if necessary Note The ON button is equipped with automatic shut off circuitry After a while it will shut itself off to prevent battery drain AT INSUFFICIENT AMBIENT ILLUMINATION Activate
9. f ensures automatic shot off to prevent battery drain Warning After transportation or keeping the device at temperature lower than 25 C 13 F the device must be warmed up to ambient temperature from 20 C 4 F to 40 C 104 F during 2 3 hours Precaution Phantom 150 is a 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 touch the optical surfaces with fingers Doing so may damage the anti reflection coating e Cleaning of optical surfaces is possible only with professional camera lens cleaning supplies e To clean the exterior of the device use only a soft clean cloth e Do not take the cover off the lens if not necessary e Keep away from heating appliances and central heating e Make sure to switch off the unit during periods of non operation and 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 Due to considerable optical magnification of the eye piece some small structures inside the tube coating in the form of dark and or white points may be seen in the field of view which does not affect the serviceability of the device e The resolving power resolution may change in the direction from the center towards the perimeter of the field of view
10. m Internet www newcon optik com The defective products should be shipped to In USA 3310 Prospect Ave Cleveland OH 44115 In Canada or from overseas 105 Sparks Ave Toronto ON M2H 2S5 CANADA 13 7 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 delivery being indicated and stamped on the acceptance certificate purchase Should your NEWCON product prove defective during this period please bring the product securely packaged in its original container or an equivalent along 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 in not responsible for warranty service should the product fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of misuse abuse improper installation neglect damage caused by disasters such as fire flood and 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 cheques or money order made out to NEWCON OPTIK for the amount of US 10 0
11. the scope away from the light source immediately The image should be restored in within 2 minutes Poor atmospheric conditions such as fog haze or extremely dark environments will decrease the visibility distance of the unit 1 5 4 Using interchangeable lenses The unit is equipped with PENTAX screw type removable lens F 50 1 2 M 42x1 It will accept most Pentax screw type lenses or using proper adapters many other lenses Note When screwing back the original lens make sure to insert the lens all the way to prevent humidity penetration 5 5 Using the camera video adapter Before using the adapter remove carefully the rubber eyepiece the adapter consists of 2 rings a Camera adapter is 52x1 mm size It will go into the filter thread of lenses for many cameras lire Nikon etc b Video adapter is 37 x Imm It will feet most Sony cameras and some other as well If not check with local camera store and or camera manufacturer for proper step up step down rings 10 2 COMPONENTS Phantom 150 is supplied with the following components Warranty Registration Card 3 SPECIFICATIONS of Phantom 150 CAC ICT all ON ea a Daven leks pamerernee need 2 Ma gnincatlorn Age eiee ar e E E tin 2 3 0 2 Field of View angl degrees not lessS 0000n 16 Focus Range M ccceecceee ceeeseeeeeceeeeenaeees 1 Objective focal length mm 50 M42x1 Objective F number
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