Newcon Optik NVS 22-2XT User's Manual
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1. in both vertical and horizontal planes Due to manufacturing process and design of image intensifier tubes it is not always possible to eliminate boresight alignment of 1I1MOA at 100 m which could appear during shooting It is recommended to make 10 15 shots during the scope testing as an additional test before operation in real conditions 7 STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE Warning If NVS 22 2XT has been kept for a long time at temperature lower than 40 C 40 F then prior to using the device must be warmed up at an ambient temperature of 10 C 14 F to 40 C 104 F with relative humidity below 80 NVS 22 2XT is a sophisticated precise optical instrument equipped with electronics It should be handled with due care e Unit contains fragile components and sensitive optics Avoid impacts dust moisture and sharp changes of temperature e Do not touch the optical surfaces other than for cleaning Doing so may damage the anti reflection coating e Clean optical surfaces with professional lens cleaning supplies e Use only soft clean cloth to clean the exterior of the device e Keep away from sources of heat such as heating appliances sunlight or central heating Do not keep the device at temperatures higher than 60 C 140 F e Switch off the unit and remove the batteries during the extended periods of non operation e Do not apply excessive force or pressure to the lens assembly this may damage fragile element2. the focus knob 8 Fig 1 adjust focus to obtain the sharpest image visible through the eyepiece NOTE The device is not supposed to be directed at a bright source of light bright lamps the sun welding glare etc doing so may result in permanent reduction of the light amplification ability of the device To avoid the fatigue of the photocathode do not leave the stationary device switched on in the excessively bright environment dawn dusk daylight etc for more than 30 minutes 5 3 Testing NVS 22 2XT at night To test NVS 22 2XT in darkness 1 Take off the lens cap 6 Fig 1 2 Turn on the device using switch 7 Fig 1 3 By turning knob 8 Fig 1 and eye piece 3 Fig 1 obtain clear image of the object 5 4 Testing NVS 22 2XT at night with day time scope 1 Install NVS 22 2XT see Chapter 6 INSTALLATION ON A RIFLE Take off the lens cap 6 Fig 1 3 Turn on the device using on off switch 7 Fig 1 Greenish image must be seen through the daytime scope 4 Select necessary zoom of the daytime scope By turning knob 8 Fig 1 of NVS 22 2XT acquire the target through daytime scope 6 INSTALLATION ON A RIFLE 1 Loosen slightly the Clamp screw 11 Fig 1 of the adapter rail 2 Place the NVS 22 2XT onto the Picatinny rail of the fire arm before objective of daytime scope at the minimal distance from it 3 Tighten the fixing Clamp screws 11 Fig 1 NOTE Clamp screws may need to be tightened aga
3. to NEWCON OPTIK for the amount of 25 00 to cover handling and return shipping 10 CUSTOMER SUPPORT Should you experience any difficulties with your Newcon Optik product please consult this manual first If the problem remains contact our customer support department at 1 416 663 6963 or toll free at 1 877 368 6666 North America only Our operating hours are 9am 5pm Monday Friday Eastern Standard Time Under no circumstances should the equipment be sent to Newcon without authorisation from our technical support department Newcon accepts no responsibility for unauthorized returns To locate NEWCON Authorized Dealer call 1 416 663 6963 or fax 1 416 663 9065 Email newconsales newcon optik com Web www newcon optik com The defective products should be shipped to US Customers 2331 Superior Ave Cleveland OH 44114 USA From all other countries 105 Sparks Ave Toronto ON M2H 2S5 CANADA 11 ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE NVS 22 2XT unit serial number Image Intensifier Tube serial number Minimum Measured Photocathode sensitivity integral pA Im Light amplification 25 000 Po The unit complies with all technical specifications and has passed the inspection Date of production Quality Inspector Quality Assurance Seal AI 91 1 ILN NEWCON OPTIK 2010 Printed in Canada
4. 2XT in front of a day scope on a weapon does not affect the latter s zeroing and scope s tactical parameters e Exit pupil of 35 mm fits a broad range of day scopes e Accurate internal focus adjustment mechanism e High quality image within the entire field of view e Withstands large calibre recoil e Supplied with MIL STD 1913 Weaver Picatinny mount e Water resistant design e Can be equipped with optional powerful IR Illuminator e Automatic bright light protection of image intensifier tube e Low power consumption two standard AA batteries ensure operation for 60 hours e Compact and lightweight 2 DESIGN of NVS 22 2XT Fig 1 1 Device body 6 Objective lens cap 2 Objective lens 7 On Off switch 3 Eyepiece 8 Focus adjustment knob 4 Rubber eyepiece guard 9 Weaver mount 5 Battery compartment 10 IR illuminator mount 11 IR illuminator mount 3 SPECIFICATIONS Optical Magnification X Field of view degrees Day Scope magnification x Acceptable Recommended Focus length mm F number Focus range Image intensifier tube Type Gain min Resolution Ip mm Infrared illuminator optional Type Power mW Illumination angle degree Illumination spectrum nm Electrical parameters Power supply Voltage V Continuous work time h min Mechanical characteristics 1 20 3 5 110 1 6 20 m to infinity 18mm MCP 25 000 54 64 IR diode 75 8 10 805 2 A
5. A batteries 3 60 Dimensions mm 258 x 80 x80 Weight g 985 Environmental conditions Operating temperature range 50 C to 50 C Relative humidity 98 NOTE As the design is being continuously improved some parameters may differ from those given above 4 DELIVERY SET NVS 22 2XT is supplied with in the following set Device Objective lens cap Rubber eyepiece guard Picatinny rail mount Operator s manual this document Warranty card Soft case AA Batteries Optional accessories IR illuminator Hard Case 5 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Lens cover should be always on when switching on NVS 22 2XT in bright light conditions Never aim the lens in the direction of bright light 5 1 Battery installation NVS 22 2XT requires two AA batteries Prior to installing the batteries make sure they are in good condition To install batteries unscrew the battery compartment cover 5 Fig 1 insert batteries observing correct polarity and screw the cover back on NOTE Alkaline batteries provide longer operation time and maximize the power of the IR illuminator 5 2 Testing NVS 22 2XT in the daytime Daytime mode of NVS 22 2XT was designed for testing purposes only Image may be fuzzy To test the device in the daylight 1 Turn switch 7 Fig 1 into ON position 2 Direct the device at an object within 10 20 m from the viewer 3 Turning
6. N NEWCON OPTIK Operation Manual NIGHT VISION RIFLESCOPE NVS 22 2XT 105 Sparks Ave Toronto ON M2H 255 Canada IMPORTANT INFORMATION Read prior to activation You have purchased a sophisticated electronic device To operate it properly please read this manual fully Ignoring operation procedures described in this manual will void your warranty NEVER Disassemble the unit Device contains a source of high voltage which may be hazardous to your health NEVER Aim active unit towards intense light sources 1 e lights headlamps campfires the Moon etc NEVER reverse the polarity of a battery NEVER connect the unit to external power source ALWAYS remove batteries when not in use for a long period of time ALWAYS keep the objective lenses covered other then when in use during the night operation ALWAYS store the unit in a warm dry place when not in use WARNING Use of this device may be restricted by the national regulations Please consult with local authorities TABLE OF CONTENTS iy BRIEF DESCRIPTION ienesa aa E 2 1 1 Na 2 1 2 Key features of NVS 22 2 2 2 DESIGN ENMS 22 2 3 3 SPECIFICATIONS hersenen stanan init inea 4 hint DELIVERY SET iota toch o e a a rated 5 5 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Ne 5 5 1 Battery installation ccccccsccsscceseceseeeeeeeeeeseeeseeeseeeseees 5 5 2 Testing NVS 22 2XT in the daytime RN 6 5 3 Testing NVS 22 2X
7. T at night cceeseesseetteerteeneees 0 5 4 Testing NVS 22 2XT at night with day time scope 6 6 INSTALLATION ON A RIFLE pps 7 7 STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE ccccceccseseeseeteeeeesees 9 8 TROUBLESHOOTING RN 10 8 1 The scope does mot turn on pp 10 8 2 The target does not appear in focus pp 10 8 3 Image has disappeared pp 10 8 4 Condensation accumulates on the parts pp 10 8 5 Black dots on the screen pp 10 Ds WARRANTY 11 10 CUSTOMER SUPPOR Te 12 11 ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE RN 13 1 BRIEF DESCRIPTION 1 1 Overview NVS 22 2XT is a night vision attachment to a daytime weapon scope designed for precise aiming in darkness The device is equipped with a high quality electro optical image intensifier tube that amplifies light in the visible and IR spectrum providing for up to a 400 700 m effective observation range at low light Observation range depends on the characteristics of the day scope NVS 22 2XT is attached to and actual observation conditions such as available light atmosphere transparency and target reflectivity The observation range increases by brighter light at moon night or if the object is positioned against a light background such as snow or grass The range decreases at lower light low atmosphere transparency or if the object is positioned against dark background such as plough land desert stems of trees etc 1 2 Key features of NVS 22 2XT e Installation of NVS 22
8. in after continuous shooting Open the lens cap of the daytime scope prior to installation of NVS 22 2XT With NVS 22 2XT mounted in front of the scope it may be impossible to take the scope lens cap off When mounted in front of the daytime riflescope depending on the daytime riflescope and position of night vision attachment to the day time riflescope the complete system may change zeroing bore sighting no more than 1MOA at 100 m This is related to changes in the weapon balance light distortions in the image intensifier tube technological limits in the adjustment of the riflescope attachment This imprecision usually appears as fixed value and can be easily compensated by the adjustment mechanism of the 7 daytime riflescope Thus it is recommended to estimate if adjustment is required for a night vision sight in combination with daytime riflescope by bore sighting daytime riflescope with and without night vision attachment Value of the required adjustment should be noted in clicks of the riflescope and shall be used each time when nigh vision sight is being used RECOMMENDATION Please make sure that night vision attachment is mounted on the rifle with the following tolerances related to position of daytime scope axis p lt maximum permissible misalignment of optical axes shall be within mm in both vertical and horizontal planes n maximum permissible misalignment of optical axes shall with degree
9. lity of a night vision device Blemishes may vary in size and number they are inherent in the manufacturing process Most of them are seen in the daytime only and become almost invisible during the night time 9 WARRANTY NEWCON warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of the original purchase but no more than 12 months from the date of manufacturing Longer warranty is available subject to the terms of the specific sales contract Should your Newcon product prove to be defective during this period please deliver the product securely packaged in its original container or an equivalent along with the proof of the original purchase date to your Newcon Dealer Newcon will repair or at its option replace with the same or comparable model 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 as a result of improper maintenance misuse abuse improper installation neglect damage caused by disasters such as fire flooding lightning improper power supply or service other than by a NEWCON Authorized Service Postage insurance and shipping costs incurred while presenting your NEWCON product for warranty service are your responsibility If shipping from North America please include a cheque or money order payable
10. s and thread connections e Small dark and or white marks may be seen in the field of view This does not affect the operational capabilities of the device e Do not remove the cover from the lens other than for night time operation 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 1 The scope does not turn on Check whether the batteries are installed properly Check the charge of the batteries Replace if they are weak Do not mix old batteries with new ones 8 2 The target does not appear in focus Bring the target to the center of the image By turning the knob 8 Fig 1 achieve the clearest target acquisition on the screen If NVS 22 2XT is used with daytime scope re focus it Repeat the focusing of NVS 22 2XT and scope if necessary If the image still does not seem to be in focus clean the lenses They could be foggy or dusty 8 3 Image has disappeared If the objective lens of switched on NVS 22 2XT are exposed to bright light it automatically shuts off to protect the image intensifier tube from overload When it happens turn the unit off wait for a few seconds and turn it on again If the image has been lost at the moment of a shot check contacts in the battery compartment 8 4 Condensation accumulates on the parts In order to avoid misting of the eyepiece lens at cold use the special protective cover 8 5 Black dots on the screen These are some blemishes in the image intensifier which do not affect the performance or reliabi
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