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OPERATING MANUAL
ASTROSCOPE
NIGHT VISION
Export limitations: Because the AstroScope 9350 modules utilize
state-of-the-art image intensifier technology, it is unlawful to carry
these devices out of the country or to export them without an
approved U.S. State Department export license.
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WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO CONTINUOUS RAIN OR MOISTURE. TO REDUCE RISK OF SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. CAUTION: DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER. THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. EC PN 080526 REV C February 2004 ii
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TABLE OF CONTENT 1 INTRODUCTION TO ASTROSCOPE NIGHT VISION......................1-1 1.1 Purpose of This Manual..................................................................1-1 1.1.1 How This Guide Is Organized..............................................1-1 1.2 Important Safeguards ......................................................................1-1 1.3 Reference Guide..............................................................................1-3 1.4 How Image Intensifiers Wo
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1 INTRODUCTION TO ASTROSCOPE NIGHT VISION 1.1 Purpose of This Manual This manual provides basic information and instructions for operating the AstroScope 9350 products, as well as procedures for troubleshooting. We suggest that you read this manual carefully and retain the manual for future reference. 1.1.1 How This Guide Is Organized Important Safeguards: Precautions to take before using the equipment. How Intensifiers Work and the Benefits of the 9350: Overview of h
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4) Intensifier Protection – In order to assure long-life and high sensitivity performance, do not use during daytime or bright ambient conditions. Do not look at the sun or extremely bright objects. Do not look at bright objects for long periods of time as this may cause the intensifier tube to develop insensitive areas. 5) Accessories - Use only accessories and attachments recommended by Electrophysics. 6) Water and Moisture – These products are NOT waterproof. They are
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1.3 Reference Guide Nikon Pair – see pg 2-3 200mm Lens – see pg 3-1 Canon EOS Pair – see pg 2-3 200mm Lens – see pg 3-1 Canon XL Pair – see pg 2-3 200mm Lens – see pg 3-1 1-3
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Bracket Series – see pg 2-11 200mm Lens – see pg 3-1 BBA-C Adapter – see pg 2-17 200mm Lens – see pg 3-1 Pocket Scope – see pg 2-21 200mm Lens – see pg 3-1 1-4
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1.4 How Image Intensifiers Work Image intensifiers are predominant in night vision applications due to their ability to amplify low-light scenes at night, making them visible to the human eye and commercial cameras and camcorders. Unlike thermal images, image intensifiers can be used to read vehicle license tags and registration markings on boats and aircraft, as well as to recognize faces, which can be entered as evidence in criminal prosecutions. The sequence to image formation in
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photocathode. This dim light consists of energy in both the visible and near-infrared portions of the electromagnetic spectrum. 2. When the light impinges on the photocathode (the light sensitive portion of the image intensifier) electrons are emitted with amplitude determined by the photocathode's spectral responsivity and the amount of light energy. Because of the image intensifier's internal electrical field, these electrons are accelerated toward the microchannel plate assembly, t
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1.5 Evolution of Image Intensifiers The image intensifier tube has evolved substantially over the past few decades. This evolution is described by different generations (“Gen”) of technology as follows: Gen 1 – These are the first so-called night-vision devices and were introduced in the early 1960s and first fielded in Vietnam. These devices utilized a multi-alkali S-25 photocathode having a spectral response extending from visible to about 850nm. In order to have sufficient sensit
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a result, surveillance operatives that have been trained with daylight imaging equipment may insert an optimally-configured night vision module into the daylight lens/camera system and operate the equipment in virtually the identical fashion at night as compared to the day. • Reduced Technology Obsolescence: Because of the AstroScope’s modular design, this night vision system is never obsolete. As new cameras are introduced, new adapters can be designed that deliver optimal night-time
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2 ASTROSCOPE CONFIGURATION, SET-UP, AND OPERATION 2-1
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2.1 Removable-Lens Camera and Camcorder Operation This section describes the configuration set-up and operation of AstroScope Night Vision on removable-lens cameras and camcorders, such as Nikon SLF/Digital Cameras, Canon EOS type SLR/Digital Cameras and Canon XL Camcorders. 2-3
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2.1.1 Required Components The Nikon, EOS, and XL adapters pairs are pictured below. Handle each part carefully. If any of the optics becomes dirty, refer to the Maintenance section of this manual for cleaning instructions. 2.1.1.1 Nikon Components 9350NIK BBA side for Nikon Cameras. 9350NIK FLA side for Nikon Cameras. 2.1.1.2 Canon EOS Components 9350EOS BBA for Canon Cameras 9350EOS FLA for Canon Cameras
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2.1.1.3 Canon XL Components 9350XL BBA for Canon XL Camcorders 9350XL FLA for Canon XL Camcorders 2.1.2 Assembly The Front Lens Adapter (FLA) has an alignment pin on the inside wall. Align the pin with the groove on the side of the CIU and slide the CIU into the FLA. Alignment Pin Groove in CIU 2-5
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The Back Body Adapter (BBA) has a silver alignment pin on the inside. Align this pin with the hole in the CIU and thread the BBA to the FLA. Silver Alignment Pin Hole in CIU 2.1.3 Notes on Optimal Use 2.1.3.1 Use on Nikon Digital Cameras 1. In the “Shooting Menu,” select and set the ISO to 1600 or a comparable fast ISO setting. Some cameras limit the ISO to 800 while others allow up to 6400. 2. In the “Custom Functions” menu, select ISO Auto and turn it off. 3. In the
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7. Review – Set to “Off”. 8. File numbering – Set to “Continuous”. 9. Video system – Set to “NTSC”. 10. Custom Function (C.Fn) – a. Press the center button. On the Canon D30, scroll down to number 5 and press the button again. Set to “Off” and press the button a third time. Press the “Menu” button twice and the display will turn off. b. Night time exposure. On the Canon D60, scroll to number 5 and press the button again. Set to 1. It will not emit/Fire. Press the button a
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8. Gain: The XL-1 has a maximum gain of +12db and the XL-1S has a maximum of +30db. As you increase the gain, the image quality decreases. Try and limit the gain to no more than +6db on the XL-1 and between 12-18db on the XL-1S. *See the Canon operating instructions. 2.1.3.3.1 EOS to XL Adapter You can use the full line of Canon EOS lenses on the Canon XL-1S Camcorder with the use of the Canon XL-EOS Adapter. There is a magnification increase of 7.2x the focal length of the EOS
