Newcon Optik DN 463 manuel d'utilisation

Operation Manual DAY / NIGHT VISION RIFLESCOPE DN 463 105 Spar ks Ave., Toro nto, ON M 2H 2S5, Canada[...]

IMPORTANT INFORMATION Read prior to activa tion. DN 463 is a sophisticated el ectronic device. To operate it properly, please read this manual carefully. Ignoring operation procedures described in this manual will void your warranty .  NEVER disass emble the unit. This device co ntains a source of high volta ge, which m ay be hazardous to your h[...]

Precautions DN 463 is a sophisticated precise optical instrument equipped wit h electronics. It s hould be handl ed with due care:  Unit contai ns fragile c omponents. Avoid im pacts, dust, moisture and s harp changes of temperature.  Do not touch the optical s urfaces other than for cleaning. Doing so m ay damage the anti-refl ection coating[...]

1 CONTENTS 1. FEATURES 3 2. DELIVERY S ET 5 3. SPECIFICATIONS 6 4. OPERATIN G INSTRUCTIONS 7 5. GUIDELINES FOR OPERATION 7 6. BATTERY INSTALLAT ION 9 7. OPERATIN G INSTRUCTIONS 10 8. SIGHTING DN463 12 9. MIL-DOT RETICLE 15 10. TECHNICAL INS PECTION 17 11. TECHNICAL MAINTE NANCE 18 12. USING T HE ADDITIONAL WEAVER RAIL 18 13. USE OF THE PRESSURE SWI[...]

2 DN463 shown on an assault rifle[...]

3 1. FEATURES  Three readily av ailable configurations of illuminated red-on-green reticles that are able to be switched at a moment's notic e  Functions with one AA (1.5V) o r CR123A (3V) battery  Accurate internal front lens focus adjustment  Lightweight and highly durable; manufacturing employs carbon plastic and other modern te[...]

4  Stabilized power supply fo r optimal consumptio n, ensuring no shift of the aiming p oint under a continuous power draw or drop in temperature  Fast start-up  Ergonomic design; the adjustmen t controls are located on top  Precision internal windage/e levation adjustment MOA per click  Built-in high-power PULSE hazard fr ee IR illu[...]

5 2. DELIVERY SET DN463 Carrying case Pressure switch IR Illuminator User Manual Warranty card[...]

6 3. SPECIFICATIONS Model DN463 Magnification, x 4 Objective lens, mm 60 mm , F / 1.68 Generation Gen. 3 Image Intensifier Tube N3XT4322 Resolution, lines/mm, min. 57 Field of View, deg 9 Light amplification 35,000 Maximum recognition/viewing range at normal nighttime conditions – 0.05 lux (1/4 moon), m//yd 600/800//656/875 Diopter setting, D ± [...]

7 4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DN463/ night vision riflescope is intended for observation and hunting at dusk or during n ight time hours. When operated in conditions without artifi cial sources of ligh t, it is a passive device. However, in environments of absolute darkness the built-in IR illuminator provides viewing abil ity. DN463/ is a very capab[...]

8  Some examples of common illu minated conditio ns: Conditions Natural illumination in the field, lux No moon, cloud cover 10 -4 (0.0001) Starry sky, no moon, clear 10 -3 (0.001) Quarter moon, clear 0,05 Full moon, clear 0,38 ≈ 0.4 Deep dusk 1.0 Dusk 10 Cloudy weather 500  When using in bright conditions (early morning o r late evening), d[...]

9 soft cotton tissue and alcohol or a cleaning solution approved for use with multicoa ted lenses. Do not pour the solution directly onto the lens!  The scope can b e used in operating temperatures, ranging from -30°C to +40°C. However, if it has been brought indoors from cold temperatures, do not turn it on for 3 to 4 hours.  If the rifles[...]

10 7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  Install the batter ies according to the directions in the section entitled “ B ATTERY INSTALLATION”.  Enter a dark environment.  Remove the objective lens cap by sliding it up on top of the objective lens (2) .  Turn on the unit b y turning the selector switch (3) to the “ON” position; you will see [...]

11  Turn the knob of the IR illuminator (8) until you get a focused IR spot.  After making these adjustments, no further tuning of th e diopter is required, regard less of distance or othe r factors; perfect the image quality using o nly the knob for the objective lens (6) and that for the IR illuminator (8) .  When finished, turn off the [...]

12 8. SIGHTING DN463 Sighting in of the scope s hould be do ne at operati ng temperatures, by following the order of t hese steps:  Mount the rifle with the scop e installed on a bench rest.  Make sure that no sources of light a re visible through the scope's fiel d of visi on.  Set a target at a distance of about 100m ; the light lev[...]

13  Using live ammuni tion, take 3 or 4 co ntrol shot s, continually ai ming at the same hit point on t he target (you may also use a laser bore sighter and align the laser point to the center of the cross hairs).  Examine the target and determine if the aimin g point coincides with point of impact, if you determine it's necessary to mak[...]

14 4 3 8 13 6 R E T I C L E 3 4 5 1 12 11 12 1 13 14 7 9 10 2[...]

15 9. MIL-DOT RETICLE Your night vision riflescope DN463 has a Mil-Dot reticle installed which helps you determine distance to the target if you know its actual size. The Use of a Mil-Dot reticle :  Viewing the target through the riflescope place the edg e of one post against one edge (top, b ottom, or either side) of the target so that the cros[...]

16  When making windage/elevation adjustments please note that one click of the riflescope 's adjustment equals to: For the model DN463: 0.4235 MOA; 0.4435”/100 yds; 1.232cm/100m 1 mil (millirad) equals 3.6 inche s at 100 yards or 36 inches at 1,000 yards, or 10 centimeters at 100 meters or 1 meter at 1,000 meters. 1 millirad (1 mil ) = 0[...]

17 10. TECHNIC AL INSPECTION It is recommended to inspect the riflescope before every use. Make sure to ch eck for the follo wing:  Visually inspect the unit is fre e from any ph ysical damage; cracks, dents or signs of corrosion disqualify it from proper use.  Check the sturdiness and proper fit of the mounting s ystem.  Ensure the condit[...]

18 11. TECHNICAL MAINTENANCE Technical maintenance should be done no less than twice a year, and is comprised in the following steps:  Clean the outside metalli c and plastic surfaces from dust, dirt and moisture; wipe the scope with a soft cotton tissue, lightly coating it with gun oil or petroleum jelly.  Clean the battery compartment'[...]

19 13. USE OF THE PRESSURE SWITCH MODULE DN463/ is supplied with a remote -control console. The console has three buttons: - “ON” button turns on/off the riflescope (fixed when pressed). - “IR” button turns on/off the built-in IR Illuminator (f ixed when pressed). - “Quick start” button - quick start-up of the riflescope and IR illumina[...]

20 15. TROUBLE SHOOTING Listed below are some potential problem s that may oc cur when using DN463. Carry out the recommended check s and troubleshooting steps in the order listed. Please note that the table does not list all of the possible problems. If the problem experienced with the scope is no t listed, or if the suggested action meant to corr[...]

21 Problem Possible cause(s) Corrective action With a crisp im age of the reticle, the image of the observed target that is at least 3 0 m away is blurred. Dust and moisture ar e covering the outs ide optical surfaces. Clean the lens surfaces with a soft cotton ti ssue or cloth. Moisture is on the insid e of the object ive and the eyepiece lenses, [...]

22 The scope or the IR illuminator do not turn off via the selector switch on the scope. The scope is tu rned on via the remote contro l. Turn off the scope and the IR illuminato r using the remote co ntrol. The aiming point s hifts after firing ro unds. The riflesco pe is not mounted se curely . Check how securely the riflescope has been mounted a[...]

23 16. WARRANTY NEWCON warrants this product against defects in material and workmanshi p for one year f rom the date of the original purchase, but no m ore than 12 mont hs from the date of manufacturing. Lo nger warranty is available, subject to the terms of the specific sales contract. Should your Newcon pr oduct prove to be defecti ve during t h[...]

24 Postage, insura nce, and shi pping cost s incurred while presenting your NEWCON p roduct for w arranty service are your responsibility. If shipping from North Am erica please include a cheque or money or der paya ble to NE WCON OPTIK f or the amount of $15.00 to cover handlin g and ret urn shippi ng.[...]

25 17. CUSTOMER SUPPORT Should you experience an y difficulties with your NEWCON OP TIK product , consult the enclose d manual. If the problem remains unreso lved, contact our customer support department at ( 416) 663-6963 or toll f ree at 1-877-368- 6666. Our operati ng hours are 9a m-5pm , Monday - Friday, Eastern Standar d Time. At no time shoul[...]

26 18. ACCEPTANCE CE RTIFICATE Image intensifier tube serial number: _____________ _______ Min imu m Mea sur ed Resolution, lines/mm 57 Photocathode sensitiv ity, integral,  A/lm 600 Light ampl ification 35,000[...]

27 NIGHT VISION RIFLE SCOPE DN463 Serial number: _____________ ____________ _______________ _ The unit meets all technical specifications and ha s passed the quality assurance inspection. Production date: _____________ ____________ __________ Quality Inspector: _____________ ____________ _________ Quality Assurance Seal[...]

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NEWCON OPTIK  2011 Printed in Canada R1.T – 3.11[...]