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Operation Manual
NIGHT VISION BINOCULARS/BINOCULARS
NV66-G2-5x
105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON, M2H 2S5, Canada
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION Read prior to activation. You have purchased a sophisticated electronic device. To operate it properly, please read this manual carefully. Ignoring the operation procedures described in this manual will void your warranty. NEVER disassemble the unit. This device contains a source of high voltage, which may be hazardous to your health. NEVER open the objective lens of an active unit in bright light, including daylight. In the daytime the objective lens must
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Precautions NV66-G2-5x is a sophisticated precise optical instrument equipped with electronics. It should be handled with due care: Unit contains fragile components. Avoid impacts, dust, moisture and sharp changes of temperature. Do not touch the optical surfaces other than for cleaning. Doing so may damage the anti-reflection coating. Clean optical surfaces with professional lens cleaning supplies. Use only a soft clean cloth to clean the exterior of the device. Keep the dev
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CONTENTS 1. OVERVIEW ............................................................. 3 2. DELIVERY SET ...................................................... 4 Standard delivery set ........................................................ 4 Optional accessories ........................................................ 4 3. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................. 5 Unit specifications ........................................................... 5 Main tube parameter
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6. TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................... 12 No green light through eyepieces .................................. 12 Image is unclear ............................................................. 12 Image flashes ................................................................. 12 Condensation accumulates on the parts ......................... 12 Visibility decreased or disappeared ............................... 12 7. WARRANTY ............................................
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1. OVERVIEW NV66-G2-5x (the unit) is optoelectronic binocular intended for observation of objects and orientation at night or under dark conditions. The unit is equipped with a generation 2+ image intensifier tube, which amplifies low light, such as moonlight, starlight or man-made light. Add-on lens can be attached to the unit to increase magnification. Unit can be mounted on a helmet or headgear or used as night vision binoculars. Some typical activities where NV66-G2-5x can be
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2. DELIVERY SET Standard delivery set QUANTITY Binocular configuration: 1 NV66-G2-5x Lens cap 1 Neck strap 1 Soft case 1 Manual 1 AA battery 2 Optional accessories Lens cleaning kit Hard case Exact Delivery Set is subject to the specific contract terms. 4
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3. SPECIFICATIONS Unit specifications 18 mm Image Intensifier Tube (IIT) Gen. 2+ Apparent field of view 8º Eye relief 15 mm 5x Objective focal length / F- 130 mm / F2.3 number Interpupillary distance 57-73 mm Focus range 10 m - Dioptric correction ±5 Battery type 2 standard AA batteries Over 80 hours without IR; over 30 hours Battery life with IR Low battery indicator √ IR ON indicator √ Momentary IR button - √ - Waterproof 1 m, 30 minutes Size 230x136x82 mm Weight
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Main tube parameters Image Intensifier Type EPM66G2 (Generation/Grade) Photocathode operating diameter 18 mm Photocathode type S-25 Photocathode sensitivity: Integral 450 A/ lm 26 mA/W Spectral at = 850 nm Light amplification >20,000 fl/fc Image magnification 1x Signal-to-noise ratio, min 18 Current consumption, max 18 mA Voltage 2.8 0.8 V MTBF, hours 10 000 Operating temperature range -50°C … +50°C Spatial frequency-contrast characteristic Frequency, lines/m
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Field of view cleanness I ZONE II ZONE III ZONE Allowed spot 0 - 5, 6 5, 6 - 14,7 14,7 - 17, 5 diameter, m mm mm mm Over 250 0 0 0 150 to 250 0 0 1 100 to 150 0 2 2 50 to 100 1 3 3 0 to 50 Not specified 7
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4. UNIT DESIGN 4 2 3 1 5 6 FIGURE 1 NV66-G2-5x 1. On-Off, IR switch 2. Mounting socket 3. Eyepiece adjustment ring 4. Eyepieces 5. Battery compartment cover 6. Objective lens 8
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5. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Installing battery Unpack the device. Unit is supplied with battery not installed. Prior to installing the battery, make sure the switch (1, Fig.1) is in the OFF position and the lens cap is on. Unscrew the battery compartment cover (5, Fig.1), and install 2 fresh AA batteries. Observe the correct polarity indicated on the housing. Screw in the battery compartment cover back. Switching the unit on In daylight put on the lens cap prior to switching the u
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In the daytime with lens cap on it is normal to observe a fuzzy image. Switching on the unit device in the daytime is intended for testing purposes only. Switching the unit off After you have finished using the device, turn it off by rotating switch (1, Fig.1) to OFF position. Put protective lens cap on the lens. Remove the battery from the battery compartment to avoid damaging of the device in case of electrolyte leakage. Operating at night Take off the lens cover from the lens. Tur
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Interpupillary distance The unit is designed to accommodate interpupillary distance of 57-73 mm without any additional adjustment and should be comfortable for 99% of adults. Installation of interchangeable lenses Do not apply an excessive force when changing the lenses. 1. Make sure the unit is off. 2. Remove the lens cap 3. Detach the current lens: hold the lens by its base (1, Fig.1) and rotate it counter-clockwise. Once the lens has been removed, store it in a safe, clean sp
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6. TROUBLESHOOTING No green light through eyepieces Check that the batteries are installed properly. Check the charge of the batteries. Replace them if they are weak. Image is unclear Check if the lenses are foggy or dusty. Clean them if necessary. If the image is still unfocused – adjust the eyepieces; see 5.5 and 5.6 for details. Image flashes Image may flash during the first two minutes after activation. It may continue flashing if exposed to bright light (even with the lens ca
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7. WARRANTY NEWCON warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of the original purchase. 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 optio
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8. CUSTOMER SUPPORT Should you experience any difficulties with your Newcon Optik product, 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 f
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9. ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE Image intensifier tube serial number: _____________________ Minimum Measured Resolution, lp/mm 46 Photocathode sensitivity, integral, 450 A/lm Light amplification 20000 Date of production:__________________________________ Quality Inspector’s signature: ___________________________ 15
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NIGHT VISION DEVICE NV66-G2-5x Unit serial number: ______________________________________________ The unit complies with all technical specifications and has passed the inspection. Date of production: ______________________________________________ Quality Inspector’s signature: ______________________________________________ Quality Assurance Seal 16
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R2 – 3.11 NEWCON OPTIK Printed in Canada
