Bushnell Stableview 18-1035 User manual

Model: 18-1035
LIT. #: 98-0495/10-04

CONTENTS
ENGLISH .................................................................................... 1
FRANÇAIS .................................................................................. 11
ESPAÑOL ................................................................................... 24
DEUTSCH ................................................................................... 37
ITALIANO .................................................................................. 50
PORTUGUÊS .............................................................................. 63

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
1) Load two AA alkaline batteries into the compartment on the handstrap.
2) Press the Power button (a) to turn on. The electronic system will start up, and the binoculars will go
to Standby mode after about five seconds. (LED indicator stops blinking
3) Adjust the eyepiece spacing (b) to match the distance between your two eyes.
4) Use your left eye as you adjust the focus control knob (c). When the image becomes sharp, use your
right eye and turn the diopter adjustment ring (d) to focus for the right eye. Once you have performed
the diopter correction, use only the control knob (c) to check focus again.
5) Turn the stabilization lever (e) to the ACTIVE position to activate the stabilization feature.
6) Press the power button briefly to change to fine mode, which is more effective at countering hand
shake. Tap the power button again to return to normal mode.
7) When finished, turn the stabilization lever (e) to the HOLD position and press the Power button (a)
to turn off.
LED Status
Lit in orange Standby (stabilization off)
Lit in green Stabilization active (normal)
Flashing in orange/green Fine mode
Lit in red Batteries should be replaced
Flashing in red System problem
Off Power Off

(b) Eyepieces adjust for
interpupillary distance
LED Indicator
(a) Power button/Mode
switch
Interpupillary scale
(e) Stabilization lever
Large light-gathering
35mm objective lenses
Handstrap
Battery
compartment
Battery compartment
release knob Stabilizer lever
(c) Focus control knob
(d) Diopter
adjustment ring
Eyepiece lenses
Eyecup
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

(d) Diopter
adjustment ring
Eyepiece lenses
Eyecup
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CONTENTS
Bushnell StableView
Soft case
Cleaning cloth
Neckstrap
Eyepiece cap
Instruction manual (this handbook)
CONGRATULATIONS
Thank you for purchasing Bushnell StableView binoculars. Be sure to read this manual thoroughly for
proper use.
Bushnell StableView binoculars use advanced technology in optics, electronics, and ergonomics.
The stabilization feature built into these binoculars cancels out vibration from the outside and the
shake that occurs with hand-held use, offering stabilized viewing without a tripod, even at high
magnifications.
Your Bushnell StableView has an exclusive feature, providing two different stabilization modes in one
binocular for the first time. “Normal” mode is designed to counteract the long, slow motion encountered
in a boat, plane or car, and is also ideal for tracking moving subjects such as a bird in flight. “Fine” mode
compensates for short, rapid external vibration, designed to be very effective against the visible effect of
hand held shake (tremor) that many experience with high power binoculars. The modes are easily set,
and you can quickly switch between them.
The newly designed lenses are multi-coated, provide a wide field of view and reduced eye fatigue. The
prisms are phase-coated to offer sharp contrast and bright images.
Bushnell StableView binoculars are waterproof and airtight, allowing worry-free usage in a boat or rainy weather.

DIGITAL STABILIZING
HOW IT WORKS
• AZ (azimuth) and EL (elevation) piezo gyro
vibration sensors and direct-drive motors
work together to move a gimbaled assembly
with erecting prism to counteract vibration
and keep the image 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 multi-coated
for bright images.
• The prisms have a special coating that gives
sharper images than ever before.
• The eyepieces incorporate advanced optical
technology that offers a wide field of view
and reduces eye fatigue. The eyecups can be
twisted up and down for use with glasses.
• Bushnell StableView binoculars are waterproof
and filled with dry nitrogen to prevent internal
fogging of the optical components.
Eyepiece Lenses
Gimbal Assembly
EL Direct Motor
AZ Direct Motor
Position Gyro Sensor
Objective Lens
Position
Sensor
Prism Assembly
Position Sensor
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Eyepiece Lenses
Gimbal Assembly
EL Direct Motor
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HOW TO ADJUST AND FOCUS
Eyepiece
Rotate the rubber eyecups up or down to adjust the height. If you wear
glasses or sunglasses when using the binoculars, set the eyepcups at their
lowest positions.
Interpupillary adjustment
Use both eyes to look into the eyepieces and adjust the interpupillary
distance to match the distance between your two eyes until you see just
one perfectly circular image.
Diopter adjustment
You should perform the diopter correction before first usage, as the vision
of your two eyes might be different.
Close your right eye and use only your left eye as you adjust the focus
control knob.
Once you get a sharp image, close your left eye and open your right eye.
Turn the right diopter adjustment ring to focus for the right eye. (Do
NOT use the focus control knob.)
Now look through the binoculars with both eyes and make sure the
diopter adjustment is perfect. Only the focus control knob should be
needed for later focusing.
Focus Control Knob
Diopter Adjustment
Ring

BATTERY INSTALLATION
1) Slide the battery compartment release
switch 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 switch to the locked
position to secure the compartment.
WARNING
• NEVER slide the stabilization
lever to the ACTIVE position if
you do not have two batteries
installed. Damage could result.
• 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.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Magnification 10x
Objective Lens Diameter 35mm
Compensation Angle (stabilization correction) 3
Eye Relief 12mm
Field of View 260ft. at 1000yds/86.6m at 1000m
Minimum Focusing Distance 12ft.
Exit Pupil 3..5mm
Interpupillary Adjustment Distance 53 to 74 mm
Dimensions: LxWxH 7.25 x 6 x 3.5 inches (without strap)
Weight 43.9oz/1244g
Battery (2) Size AA alkaline batteries (not included)
Safe Ambient Temperature Range -10 C to 50 C (14 F to 122 F)
Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice.