StabilEyes 16x32 - Binoculars NIKON - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL StabilEyes 16x32 NIKON

• The StabilEyes 16x32 uses advanced technology in optics, electronics, and ergonomics.

• The StabilEyes 16x32 is waterproof, can be used in rainy weather, and floats on water.

• The StabilEyes 16x32's stabilization feature cancels out the effects of external vibration and shaking that occurs with hand-held use, for stable viewing without a tripod.

• You can enjoy stable viewing and clear images even from a moving car, sailboat, motorboat, or airplane.

• When stabilization is activated, you can pause it by pressing the "VR PAUSE" button to minimize image instability while panning, shifting among objects in view, or viewing moving objects.

High level warning against severe personal harm or serious product damage. CAUTION: Precautions that should be followed in order to prevent damage to the product or injury to those using it.

Never look directly at the sun or any bright light through the binoculars. Serious harm, including loss of vision, can result. CAUTION:

• StabilEyes binoculars are waterproof, but cannot be used in water. Although they float on water, you should pick them up as soon as possible if they are dropped into water. They can be damaged if water, dust, sand or other foreign material get inside. Do not open the battery compartment in a marine, high-humidity or dusty environment, as the interior of the binoculars can be compromised. Whether using internal batteries or external power, make sure the O-ring and battery holder or adapter are firmly seated, and locked in position.

• Do not change batteries or power connections in wet or dusty conditions.

• Confirm that the battery holder is correctly attached in position and firmly locked.

• To help prevent impact damage from dropping or falling, do not place the StabilEyes on slippery or unstable surfaces. Also, be aware that damage arising from abuse or misuse can void the StabilEyes warranty.

• If you plan to leave the binoculars stored for long periods of time, keep them in a cool, dry location and remove the batteries or damage could result from leakage.

• When batteries must be replaced, replace all at the same time, using the same type and brand.

• Never attempt to burn batteries in a fire. An explosion could result.

• While Ni-Cd batteries are rechargeable, never attempt to recharge ordinary batteries, Never short circuit the batteries.

• Avoid extreme hot and cold temperatures and rapid changes. (For example, if the binoculars have been used in very cold conditions, bringing them into a heated environment could cause condensation to build up. Allow time for a gradual adjustment.)

• If you use the StabilEyes at sea, Nikon recommends that you rinse them clean by dipping them in fresh water, without pouring water onto them directly, following exposure to salt spray/salt air.

• Avoid leaving the binoculars unattended and exposed to direct sunlight. Sunlight rays passing through the lenses could cause a fire.

• Never try to walk and use the binoculars at the same time; accident and injury could result.

• Do not swing the binoculars by the neckstrap; the binoculars might strike and injure someone or be damaged by hitting a solid object.

• Please dispose of any plastic bags that may come with StabilEyes; such bags could suffocate or choke a small child.

• Prolonged use with contact of the rubber eyepieces against the skin can cause irritation. If such a condition persists, consult you doctor.

• If you experience any problem with your StabilEyes binoculars, never attempt to repair them yourself or have them repaired by anyone other than NIKON VISION CO., LTD. Return it to your local dealer or directly to NIKON.14 Getting Acquainted LED I: Flashing orange: Power is turned on and the unit is in standby Glows orange: Stabilization is in standby Glows green: Stabilization is active Flashing orange and green: Weak batteries Glowing red: Batteries are exhausted and should be replaced Flashing red: System problem Turns off: Power is turned off (1) Power button (2) Eyepiece lenses LED II: Glows orange: VR PAUSE on (stabilization is paused) Focus control knob Eyepiece lenses Objective lens Handstrap Battery holder (6) VR PAUSE button (4) Diopter adjustment ring Battery holder lock lever (5) Stabilization lever (5) Stabilization lever15 Fast Start StabilEyes Digital Image Stabilizing — Here's How It Works

• The piezo gyro vibration sensors and direct-drive motors work together to move a gimbaled assembly with erecting prism to counteract vibration and keep the binoculars steady, which offers shake-free viewing even from a moving vehicle.

• The position sensor activates the stabilization feature as it detects vertical and horizontal motion.

• The newly designed lenses are multicoated for bright images.

• The prisms have a special coating that gives sharper images than even before.

• The eyepieces incorporate advanced optical technology that offers a wide field of view and reduces eye fatigue. They can be pivoted up and down for use with glasses.

• The StabilEyes 16x32 binoculars are waterproof and filled with dry nitrogen to prevent fogging of the optical components.

1) Press the Power button (1) to turn on. The electronic system will start up, and the binoculars will go to

Standby mode after about five seconds.

2) Adjust the eyepiece span (2) to match the distance between your eyes.

3) Use your left eye as you adjust the focus control knob (3). When the image becomes sharp, use your right

eye and turn the diopter adjustment ring (4) to focus for the right eye. Once you have performed the diopter correction, use only the control knob (3) to check focus again.

4) Turn the stabilization lever (5) to the ON position to activate the stabilization feature. While stabilization is

activated, you can pause it by pressing the VR PAUSE button to minimize image instability while panning, shifting among objects in view, or viewing moving objects.

5) When finished, turn the stabilization lever (5) to the OFF position and press the Power button (1) to turn

6) Replace the lens caps, and return the binoculars to their case.

Prism Assembly Position Sensor Objective Lens Position Sensor Piezo Gyro Sensor AZ Direct Motor EL Direct Motor Gimbal Assembly Eyepiece Lenses16 How to Use and Focus (1) Eyepiece If you wear glasses or sunglasses when using StabilEyes binoculars, turn the turn-slide-type eyecup to its fully retracted position. For users with normal eyesight, turn the eyecup to its fully extended position. (2) Adjusting the interpupillary distance Grasp either eyepiece and rotate it towards or away from the center of the binocular (the other eyepiece will move equally in the opposite direction.) Adjust the interpupillary distance to match the distance between your eyes until you see just one perfectly round image. (3) Diopter adjustment There are two steps to focusing: Close your right eye and use only your left eye as you adjust the focus control knob. When the image is sharp, close your left eye and open your right eye. Twist the right eyepiece, to focus for the right eye. Now open both eyes and the binoculars should be perfectly focused. You can do this with the StabliEyes turned on with stabilizing activated or with the power off completely. When you view a different subject, adjust the focus control knob until you obtain a sharp image. (4) Stabilization feature When you press the Power button the first time, the LED lights in orange, and the binoculars go to Standby mode. Your StabilEyes binoculars go through an internal system check and take about five seconds to stabilize their performance. Then, turn the stabilization lever to the ON position. The LED turns green, indicating that the stabilization feature is active. As long as you keep the VR PAUSE button pressed, stabilization is paused, so you can minimize image instability while panning, switching among objects in view, or viewing moving objects. Use this function to search among objects using the binoculars. Setting the stabilization lever back to the OFF position turns the stabilization feature off, and the LED turns orange again, indicating Standby mode. Set the stabilization lever as you wish. Stand by mode conserves battery power. When finished, turn the stabilization lever to the OFF position and press the Power button to turn off. If you leave your StabilEyes binoculars in either Standby or Stabilization mode for a few minutes without using them, the stabilization lever will return to the OFF position, and the binoculars will shut off automatically. Eyeglass wearer Non eyeglass wearer Merge the two circular viewfields into one. Focus control knob Diopter adjustment ring17 Operating System of StabilEyes

• When power is turned off, the vibration reduction mode resets automatically to "OFF". Press the Power button Press the Power button If StabilEyes is left in standby for about five minutes, or stabilization mode, while activated, is not used for about one minute, they automatically shut off. Power on Pause stabilization as long as the VR PAUSE button stays pressed. Use the stabilization lever Pressing the VR PAUSE button Power button VR PAUSE button Stabilization lever LED II LED I Power off Stabilization is turned off LED I: off Power on The system powers up and performs a 5-second system check LED I: Flashing in orange Stabilization lever: ON Stabilization activated LED I: green Stabilization lever: OFF Stabilization is in standby LED I: orange Stabilization paused LED II: green18 Battery Installation

1) Slide the battery compartment release knob on

the handstrap to the Open position to release the battery holder.

2) Insert two new size AA alkaline batteries.

3) Attach the battery holder to the handstrap and

slide the release knob to the locked position to secure the compartment. WARNING

• Use the same type of batteries. Do NOT mix old and new batteries. Doing so can cause leakage or rupture.

• When changing the batteries outdoors, be sure not to let any water get into the battery compartment.

• If you plan to leave the binoculars stored for a prolonged period, remove the batteries in order to prevent natural discharge and/or leakage. When the batteries are removed, keep the battery holder attached to the handstrap to protect the internal contact points.

• Keep the contact points away from any metal. Damage could result.

• NEVER slide the stabilization lever to the ON position if you do not have two batteries installed. Damage could result. Sliding the release knob Close (Secure the battery holder.) Open (Remove the battery holder.)19 How to use the handstrap The binoculars can be more securely held when you slip your hand through the handstrap. Slip your hand through the handstrap and adjust the belt length. To tighten the strap, pull the belt on the eyepiece end. To loosen the strap, lift the buckle on the backside of the handstrap and pull on the belt. WARNING The handstrap also serves as the battery holder. Do NOT apply strong force or remove the strap from the binoculars. Damage could result. Installing the Neckstrap

1) Make a large loop at each of the neckstrap

3) Lead the strap inside the loop and through

the buckle and pull tight. Do the same with the outer loop.

4) Do the same with the opening in the

binoculars to attach the strap on the other side.

Take a single lens tissue and fold it twice as shown. Roll the tissue into a cylinder and moisten only one tip with lens cleaning fluid. Starting in the center of the lens, gently rub in a circular motion from the center to the outside. Dust, salt and oil left from fingerprint smudges should never be allowed to remain on the lenses because they can harm the coatings applied to lens surfaces. Use lens cleaning tissues and lens cleaning fluid. Both are usually available wherever cameras, binoculars or eye glasses are sold. For best results, when you need to clean one lens, clean all four. Start by blowing off any dust that may be on the lenses. Then, follow these steps... Use each tissue only once. Sometimes, it may be necessary to repeat the process.21 Magnification .................................16x Compensation Angle (Stabilization Freedom) ..............±3° Objective Lens Diameter ...........32mm Eye Relief .........................................15mm Diopter adjustment ..................... ±3m

Angular field of view (real) ........3.8° Field of View at 1,000m ..............66m Close Focusing Distance ............ 3.5m Exit Pupil .......................................... 2.0mm Brightness ....................................... 4.0 Interpupillary Distance Adjustment .............................................................56~72mm Structure ..........................................Waterproof (dry nitrogen purged) Dimensions: L x W ........................ 181 x 142mm Weight .............................................. 1120g (without batteries) Battery Operating Life ................6 hours (continuous operation with two AA-type alkaline batteries: at 20°C) Safe Ambient Temperature Range .............................................................-10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F) Due to ongoing product improvement, specifications may be subject to change without notice. Specifications This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and to EU EMC directive. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The StabilEyes is waterproof, and will suffer no damage to the optical system if submerged or dropped in water to a maximum depth of 1 meter for up to 5 minutes. The StabilEyes offers the following advantages:

• Can be used in conditions of high humidity, dust and rain without risk of damage.

• Nitrogen-filled design makes it resistant to condensation and mold. Observe the following when using the StabilEyes:

• As the unit does not have a perfectly sealed structure, it should not be operated nor held in running water.

• Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

• No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON VISION CO., LTD.