Trinovid - Binoculars LEICA - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Binoculars
Brand	Leica
Model	Trinovid
Magnification	8x or 10x (varies by model)
Objective Lens Diameter	42 mm
Field of View at 1000m	130 m (8x) or 110 m (10x)
Close Focus Distance	Approximately 2.5 m
Eye Relief	18 mm
Exit Pupil	5.3 mm (8x) or 4.2 mm (10x)
Twilight Factor	18.3 (8x) or 20.5 (10x)
Prism Type	Roof prism (Schmidt-Pechan)
Lens Coating	Leica High Durable Coating (HID) and AquaDura®
Focusing System	Central focusing wheel with internal focusing
Diopter Adjustment	Yes, on right eyepiece
Interpupillary Distance	56–74 mm
Waterproof	Yes, nitrogen-filled, waterproof to 3 m depth
Fogproof	Yes, nitrogen-filled
Dimensions (WxH)	130 x 173 mm (8x42)
Weight	Approximately 760 g (8x42)
Eye Cup Type	Twist-up, multi-position
Strap Attachment	Yes, integrated
Warranty	Leica 10-year pass / 30-year guarantee
Recommended Use	Birding, wildlife, nature observation, hiking

Frequently Asked Questions - Trinovid LEICA

How do I clean the lenses of my Leica Trinovid binoculars?

Use a soft brush or a blower to remove dust, then apply a lens cleaning solution (preferably Leica's own) onto a microfibre cloth and gently wipe in a circular motion. Avoid paper towels or your fingers.

Are Leica Trinovid binoculars waterproof?

Yes, the Trinovid series is nitrogen-filled and waterproof to a depth of 3 meters, meaning they can withstand rain, splashes, and even accidental submersion.

What is the warranty on Leica Trinovid binoculars?

Leica offers a 10-year pass warranty for manufacturing defects and a 30-year guarantee on optical performance. Register your product online to activate.

How do I adjust the diopter setting?

First, set the central focusing wheel to a distant object. Then, close your right eye and focus with the left eye. Finally, close your left eye and rotate the diopter adjustment ring on the right eyepiece until the image is sharp.

Can I use Leica Trinovid binoculars with eyeglasses?

Yes, the twist-up eyecups can be adjusted to multiple positions, including fully retracted for eyeglass wearers. The generous eye relief of 18mm ensures a full field of view.

What is the close focus distance of the Trinovid?

The close focus distance is approximately 2.5 meters, allowing you to observe butterflies, flowers, or other nearby subjects with clarity.

How should I store my binoculars when not in use?

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Use the provided case or a padded bag. Remove batteries if storing for long periods. Avoid extreme temperatures and humidity.

What is the proper way to use the strap?

Attach the strap using the integrated connection points on the body. Adjust the length so the binoculars hang comfortably against your chest. Ensure the strap is securely fastened before use.

Are there replacement parts available for the Trinovid?

Yes, Leica offers replacement eyecups, objective lens caps, rainguards, straps, and cases. Contact an authorized Leica dealer or the Leica service center for purchases.

What does the 'AquaDura' coating do?

AquaDura is Leica's proprietary water-repellent coating applied to the outer lens surfaces. It causes water to bead up and roll off, making cleaning easier and reducing glare in wet conditions.

USER MANUAL Trinovid LEICA

we wish you a great deal of enjoyment and every success with your new Leica binoculars.

Please read this manual to familiarize yourself with the full scope of functions your binoculars has to offer.

Please use this product only as described in this manual.

Only then can safe and easy operation be guaranteed.

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

Note

The actual scope of delivery may vary depending on model.

The standard scope of delivery contains the following:

• Binoculars
• Carry strap
• Eyepiece cap
• Carry case
• Lens cloth
• Instruction manual
• Test certificate

REPLACEMENT PARTS/ACCESSORIES

Contact Leica Customer Care or your specialist Leica retailer for details on the latest spare parts/accessory range: en.leica-camera.com/Contact

Please read the chapters "Warnings" and "Important Information" before using the product for the first time. Knowledge of the content will prevent inadvertent damage to the product, possible injuries and other risks.

LEGAL INFORMATION

REGULATORY INFORMATION

You will find the manufacturing date of your product on the stickers on the packaging. The date format is year/month/day.

DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

(Applies within the EU and for other European countries with segregated waste collection systems)

This device contains electrical and/or electronic components and must therefore not be disposed of in general household waste! Instead, bring this device to a local disposal collection point. This service is free of charge. Any standard or rechargeable batteries used in this device must be removed and disposed of separately in accordance with local regulations (please read the device manual for details). Please contact your local authorities, waste disposal collection point or the retailer, from whom you purchased the device for more information on correct waste disposal.

WARNING NOTES

• Never look directly at the sun or other bright sources of light through your Leica optics! Doing so may seriously damage your eyes!
• Do not use your binocular while walking! You might trip and fall.
• Carry straps are usually made of very robust material. You should therefore keep it out of the reach of children. A carry strap is not a toy and poses a strangulation risk.
• Use the carry strap only for its intended purpose on a camera or on binoculars. Any other use poses the risk of injury and may possibly result in damage to the carry strap and is therefore not permitted.
• Carry straps should also not be used for cameras/ binoculars during sports activities that pose a risk of entanglement (e.g. when mountain climbing and similar outdoor activities).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Make sure not to touch the glass surfaces with your fingers, especially if you have previously applied hand cream, insect repellent, etc. These substances may contain chemicals that damage or destroy the coatings on the glass surfaces.
• Always rinse off any traces of salt water! Dried salt crystals could damage the surfaces.
• Do not attempt to take the device apart yourself. Repairs must only be carried out in authorized workshops.
• Keep the Leica Trinovid out of the reach of small children.

WARRANTY

With this Leica binoculars, you have acquired a world-renowned brand binoculars. In addition to your statutory warranty rights with regards to the seller, Leica Camera AG offers a 10-year warranty for the optics and housing of this Leica binoculars, and/or a 2-year warranty for the electronics as stated in the conditions below. The Leica warranty does not impact on any statutory consumer rights in accordance with relevant national law or any consumer rights vis-a-vis the retailer arising from the purchase contract concluded between them.

WARRANTY CONDITIONS

By purchasing this Leica accessory, you have acquired a binoculars that is manufactured in compliance with special quality standards, and which was thoroughly tested at each individual production step by experienced specialists. Our ten-year warranty for this product commences on the date of sale by an authorized retailer under the following conditions:

1. In case of a complaint due to a manufacturing fault, we will assume all material costs during the warranty period. We will additionally cover all required labor costs during the first five years. We shall decide at our own discretion to repair the faulty product, to replace faulty parts or to replace the entire product with a faultless product of the same type. All other claims of any kind and on whatever legal basis shall not be accepted in connection with this warranty.
2. Wear parts like eyecups, leather details, armoring, carry straps and accessories are exempt from the warranty. The same applies for surface damage.
3. Any warranty claims become void if the defect in question is a result of improper handling – which also includes the use of

third-party accessories - or if the product was manipulated by unauthorized persons or workshops or if the serial number of the product was rendered illegible.

1. Warranty claims can be submitted only in conjunction with the original proof of purchase – complete with the date of purchase, as well as the address and signature of an authorized retailer.
2. In case of a warranty claim, please send the Leica binoculars, the original proof of purchase and a description of the fault to Leica Camera AG Customer Care or a Leica regional subsidiary.

PICK-UP SERVICE FOR REPAIR SUBMISSIONS

(Applies for EU only)

We will organize the shipping of your device to our Customer Care department if you should notice a problem with your device during the warranty period. Please contact our service hotline to make the necessary arrangements ([phone]). Our pick-up service will collect your Leica product at the agreed time from your premises free of charge and transport it to our Customer Care location for evaluation.

Contact:

en.leica-camera.com/Contact

TABLE OF CONTENT

FOREWORD 2

SCOPE OF DELIVERY 2

REPLACEMENT PARTS/ACCESSORIES 2

LEGAL INFORMATION ...... 3

WARNING NOTES 3

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 4

WARRANTY......4

PART DESIGNATIONS 7

PREPARATION 8

ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP 8

SETTING THE EYECUPS....8

DIOPTER SETTINGS 9

SETTING THE INTEROCULAR DISTANCE .... 10

USE 10

SETTING THE IMAGE SHARPNESS 10

FAQ....11

CARE/CLEANING....12

TECHNICAL DATA 12

LEICA CUSTOMER CARE 12

Definition of the various categories of information found in this manual

Note

Additional Information

Important

Non-compliance may result in damage to the device and accessories

PART DESIGNATIONS

1 Strap lugs
2 Eyecup
3 Focusing wheel
4 Center hinge
5 Diopter adjustment

PREPARATION

ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP

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The eyepiece caps can be attached to the carry strap at the same time as the carry strap is attached to the binoculars.

Important

Check the correct attachment of the carry strap by pulling at it with some force. The length of the carry strap must not change.

SETTING THE EYECUPS

The position of the eyecups will depend on whether you will be using your binoculars with or without eyeglasses. Glasses wearers can also use the binoculars without eyeglasses, as slight vision problems can be off set via the diopter settings. Contact lens wearers can make the settings just like anyone not wearing any eyeglasses.

FOR USE WITHOUT EYE GLASSES

▶ Pull out the eyepiece half way or fully

FOR USE WITH EYE GLASSES

▶ Push the eyepiece in fully

DIOPTER SETTINGS

The diopter settings allow glasses wear the use of the binoculars without eyeglasses.

▶ Close your right eye or cover the right-hand lens
▶ Adjust the focusing wheel so that you can see the target object with optimum focus through the left-hand binocular tube
▶ Close your left eye or cover the left-hand lens
▶ Adjust the diopter compensation until the same object appears with optimum focus through the right-hand binocular tube as well

SETTING THE INTEROCULAR DISTANCE

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Adjust the interocular distance by moving the hinged joint to match your personal requirements. When the interocular distance is set correctly, the right and left fields of view merge into a circular image.

▶ Move the two halves of the binoculars via the central joint until no distracting shadows remain in your view

USE

SETTING THE IMAGE SHARPNESS

▶ Look through the binoculars
▶ Aim at the target object
▶ Adjust the focusing wheel until you can see the target object with optimum sharpness

FAQ

Problem Possible cause to be verified Troubleshooting suggestions
The image is not perfectly circular	The binoculars are not adjusted correctly to your personal interocular distance.	Move the two halves of the binoculars via the central joint until you have corrected the setting.
	Your pupils are not in line with the exit pupils of the binoculars.	Try adjusting the positions of your head and eyes in conjunction with the position of the binocular tubes.
	The position of the eye cups does not match the distance between your eyes (interocular distance).	Adjust the eyecup position for observations with/without eyeglasses.
	The positions of the left and right eyecup differ. Move both eyecups into the same position.
The image is out of focus The diopter settings are incorrect. Re-adjust the diopter and focus settings.
There are dark or kidney shaped shadows in the image	The binoculars are not adjusted correctly to your personal interocular distance.	Move the two halves of the binoculars via the central joint until you have corrected the setting.
	The position of the eye cups does not match the distance between your eyes (interocular distance).	Adjust the eyecup position for observations with/without eyeglasses.
	The positions of the left and right eyecup differ. Move both eyecups into the same position.

CARE/CLEANING

• Your Leica binoculars requires no special care.
• Coarse dirt particles like sand should be removed with a soft brush or simply blown off.
• Fingerprints, etc. on front lenses and eyepiece lenses can be pre-cleaned with a damp cloth and then wiped dry with a clean leather or lint-free cloth.
• The binoculars should be stored in a well-ventilated, dry and cool place to prevent fungal growth (particularly important in humid climates).
• Do not use alcohol or chemical cleaning solutions on the optics or housing.
• Do not use excessive force when cleaning a severely soiled lens surface. The coating is abrasion resistant, but not impervious to sand or salt crystals.

TECHNICAL DATA

Please visit the Leica Camera AG homepage for more information about the technical details of your Leica binoculars.

https://en.leica-camera.com/Sport-Optics/Hunting/Binoculars/Leica-Trinovid-HD

LEICA CUSTOMER CARE

Please contact Leica Camera AG Customer Care for the maintenance of your Leica equipment and for help and advice regarding Leica products and how to order them. You can also contact Customer Care or the repair service of your regional Leica subsidiary directly for repairs or warranty claims.

Leica Camera AG

Leica Customer Care

Am Leitz-Park 5

35578 Wetzlar

Germany

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

www.leica-camera.com

Technical data

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Binoculars Leica Trinovid 7 x 35 Leica Trinovid 8 x 40 Leica Trinovid 10 x 40

Order no. 40 714 (black, leathered) 40 717 (black, leathered) 40 720 (black, leathered)
Package includes with contoured Neoprene carrying strap, eyepiece caps, calf leather bag (black)		with contoured Neoprene carrying strap, eyepiece caps, calf leather bag (black)	with contoured Neoprene carrying strap, eyepiece caps, calf leather bag (black)
Magnification 7 x 8 x 10 x
Front lens diameter	35 mm	40 mm	40 mm
Exit pupil	5.0 mm	5.0 mm	4.0 mm
Twilight factor	15.7	17.9	20
Field of view at 1,000 yds/m	460 ft140 m	404 ft123 m	341 ft104 m
Eye relief	16 mm	16 mm	16 mm
Close focus range	13.12 ft / 4 m	18.0 ft / 5.5 m	18.0 ft / 5.5 m
Diopter compensation	±3 dpt	±3 dpt	±3 dpt
Eyepiece for eyeglass wearers	yes	yes	yes
Eyecup with twist-and-pull action	adjustable, with 4 click stops	adjustable, with 4 click stops	adjustable, with 4 click stops
Adjustable interpupillary distance	55-75 mm	55-75 mm	55-75 mm
Focusing	internal focusing via central focusing device, diopter compensation at the lower end of the bridge	internal focusing via central focusing device, diopter compensation at the lower end of the bridge	internal focusing via central focusing device, diopter compensation at the lower end of the bridge
Prism system roof prism	roof prism	roof prism
Coating	HDC® multicoating and AquaDura® coating on outer lenses	HDC® multicoating and AquaDura® coating on outer lenses	HDC® multicoating and AquaDura® coating on outer lenses
Waterproof	splash-proof	splash-proof	splash-proof
Body	aluminum	aluminum	aluminum
Dimensions (W x H x D)	4.21 x 5.2 x 2.05 in107 x 132 x 52 mm	4.41 x 5.75 x 2.09 in112 x 146 x 53 mm	4.41 x 5.6 x 2.09 in112 x 142 x 53 mm
Weight	20.81 oz / 590 g	22.57 oz / 640 g	22.57 oz / 640 g
Accessories	More information at www.leica-sportoptics.com

black, leathered

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Leica Sport Optics NEW USA and Canada Warranty Program

Welcome to the Leica family! On behalf of Leica Sport Optics, we want to thank you for investing in one of the world's finest sport optics products. All fans of hunting and nature will be impressed by Leica Sport Optics. For over a century, our innovative optics have brought people closer to the wonders afield to appreciate them as never before. Each part of our portfolio – binoculars, spotting scopes, riflescopes, thermal imaging cameras and rangefinders – guarantees an unforgettable adventure.

The Leica Sport Optics team – themselves passionate hunters, target shooters and nature lovers – are the optics’ most demanding critics, frequently putting our products to the test and scrutinizing every detail in action. Physically, our products embody stress-resistance and precision under tough, real world conditions. Visually they create breathtaking visual experiences with light transmission, contrast, and color fidelity perfectly balanced. As a testament of our commitment to you we will stand behind our products in the unlikely event that you discover a problem in defects in materials and workmanship.

All Leica Sport Optic products shipped from Leica Camera Inc. to an authorized USA or Canadian dealer since Jan 1, 2021 will now feature a fully transferable 10-year Passport Protection Plan plus a 30-year Manufacturer's Warranty. Both aspects of our commitment to you compromise the following:

• Fully Transferable
• No Warranty Card Required
• No Receipt Required
- No Charge
- Valid only on products purchased from authorized Leica dealers in USA or Canada*

10 Year Passport Protection Plan: For a period of 10 years we will repair or replace your Leica Sport Optic product purchased from an Authorized USA and Canadian dealer in the event it becomes damaged or defective, at no charge to you. If we cannot repair your product, we will replace it with a product in perfect working order of equal or better physical condition. It doesn't matter how it happened, whose fault it was, or where you purchased it in the USA or Canada.

Please note that our Passport Protection Plan excludes coverage for intentional damage, misuse, cosmetic damage that does not affect the performance of the optic, fire, loss, theft, or unauthorized repair or modification.

This Passport Protection Plan is void, if damage is caused by the use of accessories not sold or authorized by Leica Camera Inc. or from service by persons not authorized by Leica Camera Inc. It will be at Leica Camera Inc.'s sole discretion to extend service under this Warranty for damage arising from the above-mentioned conditions.

30 Year Manufacturer's Warranty: Beyond the 10-year Passport Protection, Leica Sport Optics offers a 30-year warranty on the optical system of our products for products purchased in the USA and Canada from an authorized Leica Camera Inc. North American dealer. Once examined, if it is determined that the optical system is defective, we will repair or replace the instrument or defective part. All non-optical products (i.e. accessories) are warranted for two years from date of purchase. This warranty is void if damage results from unauthorized repairs, accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, flood or other acts of God.

Any Leica Sport Optic product that is purchased in the USA or Canada that is not imported by Leica Camera Inc. and not sold to a consumer by an Authorized U.S. or Canadian Leica Camera Inc. North America Dealer has no Authorized Warranty.

In the event of a defect, please call customer assistance at 800-222-0118 to obtain a Service Order Number (SO), which will be used to identify your warranty request through its completion. When you call, our customer care representative will give you instructions as to where to send or take the product for service. Whenever you send or deliver your product to us, please enclose your name, shipping address, daytime phone number, and a brief description of the problem. Please write the Service Order Number on the enclosure and on the outside of any packaging. We will determine, at our option, whether to repair or replace the instrument. If the instrument is not covered under the warranty; we will contact you with an estimate of the repair price.

Please note that our Passport Warranty excludes any integrated rechargeable batteries (i.e., Calonox). Battery life is a function of usage and charging frequency.

Integrated rechargeable batteries have a Limited 5-Year Warranty. We believe that this is ample to provide coverage for regular product usage and is not indicative of what a user should expect from this product.

*If you intend to purchase a used Leica product and wish to confirm it was originally purchased via an authorized Leica dealer in the USA or Canada, please contact us and provide us with the serial number, and we will be happy to check it for you.

Any correspondence should be sent to:

Leica Camera Inc.

1 Pearl Court, Unit A

Allendale, NJ 07401

1-800-222-0118

This is a limited warranty, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. The obligation of the warrantor is solely to repair or replace the product. Neither Leica Camera Inc. nor any of its affiliates are liable for any incidental or consequential damage due to such defect.

2021 April New Leica SO USA & Canada Warranty Memo #2022 | 1 / April 12, 2021

Leica announces new best-in-class Passport Warranty product protection

Any new Leica Sport Optics product purchase automatically includes a best-in-class warranty and product protection plan. The ground-breaking new Leica Passport Warranty is completely free and includes a fully transferrable no-questions, no-fault, 10-year accidental damage cover plan and a 30-year manufacturer's defect warranty, neither of which require a warranty card or receipt. The 10-year cast-iron cover plan allows Leica customers to enjoy their products with greater peace of mind

in the knowledge that for 10-years, Leica will repair or replace any optic product in the event it is damaged, whatever the reason, at no cost to the customer. Moreover, all optics products include a comprehensive 30-year manufacturer defect warranty, also with no charge. If following the 10-year cover plan a product is determined to have a defect with the optical

system, Leica will simply repair or replace it. Never before have premium sport optics customers had such back up from a manufacturer after a purchase.

All non-optical products (i.e. accessories) are warranted for two years from date of purchase. The Passport Warranty is only available for products initially purchased from an authorized North American dealer.

In the event of a defect or damage, please call customer assistance at 800-222-0118 to obtain a Service Order Number (SO), which will be used to identify your warranty request through its completion.

For further details on Passport Warranty please visit: leicacamerausa.com/sport-optics-warranty.html

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