Nikon 9350 manual

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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iii TABLE OF CONTENT 1 INTRODUCTION TO ASTRO SCOPE NIGHT VISIO N ...................... 1-1 1.1 Purpose of This Manual .................................................................. 1-1 1.1.1 How This Guide Is Organized .............................................. 1-1 1.2 Important Safeguards ..................................................[...]

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1-1 1 INTRODUCTION TO ASTROSCOPE NIGHT VISION 1.1 Purpose of This Manual This manual provides basic info r mation and instructions for operating the AstroScope 9350 products, as well as procedures for troubleshooting. We suggest that you read this m anual carefully and retain the manual for future reference. 1.1.1 How This Guide Is Organiz ed Impor[...]

1-2 4) Intensifier Protection – In order to assure long-life and high sensitivity performance, do not use during daytim e or bright ambient conditions. Do not look at the sun or extr em ely bright objects. Do not look at bright objects for long periods of time as this m ay cause the intensifier tube to develop insensitive areas. 5) Accessories - [...]

1.3 Reference Guide 200mm Lens – see pg 3- 1 Canon EOS Pair – see pg 2-3 200mm Lens – see pg 3- 1 200mm Lens – see pg 3- 1 Canon XL Pair – see pg 2-3 Nikon Pair – see pg 2-3 1-3[...]

Bracket Series – see pg 2-11 200mm Lens – see pg 3- 1 1-4 200mm Lens – see pg 3- 1 BBA-C Adapter – see pg 2-17 Pocket Scope – see pg 2-21 200mm Lens – see pg 3- 1[...]

1.4 How Image Intensifiers Work Image intensifiers are predom inant in night vision applications due to their ability to amp lify low-light scenes at night, ma king them visible to the human eye and com mercial cam eras and camcorders. Unlike thermal im ages, image intens ifiers can be used to read vehicle license tags and registrati on m arkings o[...]

1-6 photocathode. This dim light consists of energy in both the visible and near-infrared portions of the electrom agnetic spectrum. 2. When the light impinges on the photocathode (the light sensitive portion of the image intensifie r) electrons are em itted with amplitude determ ined by the photocathode's spectral responsivity and the amount [...]

1-7 1.5 Evolution of Image Intensifiers The image intensifier tube has e volved 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 d[...]

1-8 a result, surveillance opera tives that have been trained with daylight imaging equipm ent may insert an optimally - configured night vision module into the daylight lens/cam era system and operate the equipment in virtually the identical fashion at night as com pared to the day. • Reduced Technology Obsolescence: Because of the AstroScope’[...]

2-1 2 ASTROSCOPE CONFIGURATION, SET-UP, AND OPERATION[...]

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2.1 Removable-Lens Camera and Camcorder Operation This section describes the con figuration set-up and operation of AstroScope Night Vision on re movable-lens cameras and camcorders, such as Nikon SLF/Digital Cameras, Canon EOS type SLR/Digital Cameras and Canon XL Camcorders. 2-3[...]

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 manua l for cleaning instructions. 2.1.1.1 Ni kon Components 9350NIK BBA side for Nikon Cam e r as. 9350NIK FLA side for Nikon Cam eras. 2.1.1.2 Canon EOS Compon[...]

2.1.1.3 Canon XL Components 9350XL BBA for Canon XL Camcorder s 9350XL FLA for Canon XL Camcorder s 2.1.2 Assembly The Front Lens Adapter (FLA) has an alignm ent pin on the inside wall. Align the pin with the groove on the side of the CIU and slide the CIU into the FLA. Groove in CIU Alignment Pin 2-5[...]

The Back Body Adapter (BBA) ha s 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 Ni kon Digital Cameras 1. In the “Shooting Menu,” select and set the ISO to 1600 or a comparable fast ISO setting. Some cam eras [...]

2-7 7. Review – Set to “Off”. 8. File numbering – Set to “Continuous”. 9. Video system – Set to “NTS C”. 10. Custom Function ( C.Fn) – a. Press the center button. On the Canon D30, scroll down to number 5 and pr ess the button again. Set to “Off” and press the button a third time. Press the “Menu” button twice and the di[...]

8. Gain: The XL-1 has a m aximum gain of +12db and the XL-1S has a maxim um of +30db. As you increase the gain, the image quality decreas es. Try and lim it 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[...]

2-9 6. Using the camera’s m etering system, adjust the shutter speed to attain a correct exposure. Note: All EOS and only Nikon Auto-S brand lenses may auto-focus with the AstroScope if there is enough light.[...]

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2.2 Non-Removable-Lens Camcorder Operation This section describes the con figuration set-up and operation of AstroScope Night Vision on non-re movable lens camcorders. 2-11[...]

2.2.1 Required Components Below is a list of items included when you purchase a non- removable lens night vision cam corder. Handle each part carefully. If any of the optics become dirty, refer to the Maintenance section of this manual for cleaning instructions. 9350EPA 9350FLA-C 9350 Bracket (Actual Bracket may var y depending on camcorder) 9350 C[...]

2.2.2 Assembly 1. Loosen the battery door release to open the door. I nsert two AAA batteries into the EPA oriented as shown on the internal diagram. Close the door and secure the Battery Door release. Battery Door release 2. The FLA-C has an alignment pin on the inside wall. Align the pin with the groove on the side of the CIU and slide the CIU in[...]

4. Thread the 9350 Camcor der Coupler to the back of the 9350EPA. Loosely thread the 9350EPA to the Bracket using the threaded screw on the platform, so that the EPA can slide back and forth. 5. Loosely thread the Camcor der to the Bracket using the other threaded screw. 6. Slide the EPA back and thread the Camcor der Coupler to the front of the Ca[...]

2-15 lens ring until the object is in crisp, sharp focus. Only focus with the objective lens for crisp and sharp images. NOTE: It is always best to select an objective lens that produces the desired magnification. Zooming with the camcorder objective lens will result in grainy, low contrast images.[...]

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2.3 C-Mount Camera Operation This section describes the confi guration set-up and operation of the AstroScope Night Vision C-Mount Cameras. 2-17[...]

2.3.1 Required Components The adapter pair for C-Mount Cam eras is pictured below. Handle each part carefully. If any of the optics becomes dirty, refer to the Maintenance section of this manua l for cleaning instructions. 9350BBA-C - The rear module consisting of a 1” C- Mount thread, detachable power cable and plug cap. 2-18 e ded to. 9350FLA-C[...]

2. There is a silver alignment pin on the inside of the BBA- C. Align this pin with the hole in the CIU and thread the BBA-C to the FLA-C. Silver Alignment Pin Hole in CIU 3. Attach the assembly to your c- m ount camera. 4. Attach an objective lens to the front of the assembly. 5. Power the unit through the cable provided with 3 to 15 volts DC. The[...]

8. If desired, attach the plug protective cap to prevent inadvertent rem oval of the power plug from the unit. 2-20 Focus Wheel Push to remove 9. If you wish to reorient the 9350BBA-C with the tripod mount at the bottom and the focus wheel on top, simply loosen knurled thumb screw located at the back side of the chassis and rotate the 9350 assembly[...]

2.4 Pocket Scope Operation This section describes the con figuration set-up and operation the AstroScope Night Vision Pocket Scope. 2-21[...]

2.4.1 Required Components Below is a list of items included with the unit. Handle each part carefully. If any of the optic s beco mes dirty, refer to the Maintenance section of this manua l for cleaning instructions. 9350EPA 9350FLA-C Eyepiece 2-22[...]

2.4.2 Assembly 1. Loosen the battery door release to open the door. I nsert two AAA batteries into the EPA, oriented as shown on the internal diagram. Close the door and secure the Battery Door release. Battery Door release 2. The FLA-C has an alignment pin on the inside wall. Align the pin with the groove on the side of the CIU and slide the CIU i[...]

4. Thread the Eyepiece to th e back of the 9350EPA about half way. 5. Thread the Objectiv e Lens to the FLA-C. 6. Power the unit by turning the switch on the 9350EPA to the “On” position. 7. Set the lens at infinity a nd adjust the eyepiece for your vision. 2-24[...]

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3-1 3 ASTROSCOPE ACCESSORIES SET-UP AND OPERATION[...]

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3.1 200 mm Low-Light Telephoto Lens 3-3[...]

3.1.1 Required Components Below is a list of items included with the unit. Handle each part carefully. If any of the optic s beco me dirty, refer to the Maintenance section of this manua l for cleaning instructions. 200mm Lens 200mm Lens Hood Tripod Mount 3-4[...]

9350BBA EOS-N - * Supplied only when the EOS model is ordered. 3.1.2 Assembly 1. The 200mm Catadioptric Lens is shipped with the lens hood in the stowed position. Note: The hood has a bayonet design, which allows you to remove it and reverse it, so that the lens can be stored in a compact form. 2. To remove the hood, twist counter clockwise to unlo[...]

3. Reverse the hood and align the pins with the slots in the lens. Twist clockwise to lock in place. 3.1.2.1 Using the Tripod Mount Note: The Tripod Mount is only required when using a tripod. The tripod mount is not used on units that include the 9350EPA, which already have an integral tripod mount. 1. The Tripod Mount has a flange on the inner pa[...]

2. Install the Tripod Mount onto the back of the lens so that it touches the flange. Secure by tightening the knob screw. 3. Secure the Tripod Mount to the tripod using one of the three holes on the bottom until th e system is balanced. *The Tripod Mount base can be reversed if necessary to balance a heavy camera system as follows: Remove the three[...]

3.1.2.2 Installing the CIU 1. There is an alignment pin on the inside of the back end of the 200mm lens. Align groove in the side of the CIU with the pin, and slide th e CIU into the 200mm Lens. 2. There is a silver alignment pin on the inside of the back body adapter. Align this pin with the hole in the CIU and secure the BBA to the 200mm Lens. Si[...]

3-9 4. Focus the objective lens as needed to optimize the image sharpness. 3.1.3.2 Canon EOS The AstroScope 200mm Catadioptric lens has no aperture. It is permanently fixed at f/1.3. Since the camera has no electronic comm unication with this lens, y ou must m anually set the camera’s electronics to f/1.8 to attain correct exposure m etering. 1. [...]

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4-1 4 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symp to m Sug ge st ed Reme dy Vignetted Images Using 35m m Nikon or Canon film cameras it is normal for some vignetting to occur on the left and right side of the image. Using Nikon or Canon Digital cameras having a sensor size of 5 Meg or larger can expect some vignetting. Sm aller sensors will produce full frame im ag[...]

4-2 No Information in the Viewfinder Nikon cameras operated in the m anual mode only, will provide accurate exposure information. Canon E O S cam era operated in the manual m ode will provide accurate exposure information. Nikon cam eras using the 200mm Electrophysics lens will provide no information in the viewfinder. Canon XL camcorders provide c[...]

5-1 5 MAINTENANCE 5.1 Key Operational Parameters 5.1.1 Power: <300mw (<50m A typical) 5.1.2 Envi ronmental Operating Temper atur e: -20° to 50 °C Storage Temperature: -40° to 80°C Water Resistance: Splash proof Operating Humidity: 0- 95% 5.2 Cleaning Non-optical surfaces: The non-optical surfaces of the lens can be cleaned with water, mil[...]

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6-1 6 WARRANTY 1. Electrophysics warrants that these products to be fr ee from defects in m aterial and workmanship. Any warranty described herein shall extend to the first ultimate user only for a period of one year from the date of shipment from our factory. 2. Electrophysics' obligation under this warranty shall be limited to furnishing a r[...]

6-2 4. The following information m ust be included on the packing slip: A. Reason for return B. Date and place of purchase C. Installation date D. Returned unit serial num ber E. Description of problem F. Return Authorization Number 6.2 HOW TO RETURN PRODUCTS FOR “OUT OF WARRANTY” REPAIR Following expiration of the warranty period, the owner is[...]

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