Nikon Aculon A211 User manual

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8/NOCULARS/JUMELLES!BINOCULARES/BINOCULO
RCULDN A211
7x35/8x42/1 Ox42/7x50/1 OxSO/
12xS0/16xSO 8-18x42/1
0-22x50

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Nomenclature
1m· I Please refer to the numbered images on page 4.
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CD Eyecup ITEMS SUPPLIED
® Neckstrap eyelet • Binoculars
® Focusing ring • Eyepiece cap
@ Objective lens
®Interpupillary distance
® Diopter ring
• Objective lens caps
(j) 0 (zero) diopter position
® Diopter index
®Central shaft
®Zoom lever (8-18x42, 10-22x50 only)
Eyecups
• Soft case
• Neckstrap
• Tripod adapter
TRA-2 (16x50, 10-22x50 only)
I For directions in which to turn the eyecups, please refer to the image on page 4. I
Turn and slide type (7x35/8x42/1 Ox42/7x50/1 Ox50/12x50/16x50)
• For eyeglass wearers, use eyecups in the fully retracted position.
•
For non-eyeglass wearers, use eyecups in the fully extended position.
Either way, to accurately adjust your view, you can use two click stops before reaching the fully extended/
retracted position.
Fold back type (8-18x42/1 0-22x50)
• For eyeglass wearers, fold back the end of the eyecups for use.
• For non-eyeglass wearers, do not fold back the end of the eyecups. Use them in the fully extended position.

Neck
strap
and
caps
>
cluring
observation
I
Please
refer
to
images
A,
B,
C,
D,
a,
band
con
page
5.
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Neck Strap
Attach the neck strap
as
illustrated
(A),
taking care
to
avoid twisting the strap.
Eyepiece cap
There
are
two
ways you
can
position the eyepiece cap
as
you observe your subject.
• Remove the eyepiece cap from the eyepieces and allow it
to
hang from the neck strap.
• Remove the eyepiece cap from the eyepieces, then detach the right strap from the cap and allow
it
to
hang
from the left neck strap.
(B)
To
attach/detach the eyepiece
cap,
pull the neck strap through the slits
as
shown in image
(C)
in
the
following order:
• Detaching: a
~
b
~
c
·Attaching:
c
~
b
~a
Objective lens caps
You
can
hook up the objective lens caps on the neckstrap during observation
to
avoid losing them.
(B)
Zoom lever
(8-18x42/1
0-22xSO only)
Magnification
can
be changed by moving the zoom lever.
When viewing the subject at adifferent magnification, first correctly adjust focusing at a higher magnification.
This minimizes blurring, which may occur when you change magnification.
Tripod
adapter
:
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Supplied accessory: 8-18x42/1 0-22x50
Sold separately (Optional): 7x35/8x42/1 Ox42/7x50/1 Ox50/12x50/16x50
When using atripod adapter
TRA-2,
attach
it
to
the binoculars
as
illustrated
(D)
on page
5.
For
more information, please refer
to
the instruction manual for tripod adapter
TRA-2.
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Specifications
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Type Porro prism central focusing type
ACULON A211
Model
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7xso ··r
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I 8-18x42
7x35 8x42 10x42 10x50 I 12x50 16x50 10-22x50
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Magnification (x)
7 8 10 7 10
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12
16
8-18 10-22
Effective diameter of objective
35
42 42 50
50
I
50 50 42 50
lens (mm) t
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Angular field of view (real) n 9.3
8.0 6.0 6.4 6.5 5.2 4.2 4.6** 3.8***
Angular field
of view 59.3 58.4 55.3 42.7 59.2
57.2 60.8 35.6** 36.7***
(apparent) (0)*
Field
of view 1,000m (m/ft.) 163/488 140/420 105/314 112/335 114/341 91/272 73/220 80/241
** 66/199***
Exit pupil (mm)
5.0
5.3
4.2 7.1
5.0 4.2 3.1 5.3** 5.0***
Brightness 25.0
28.1 17.6 50.4 25.0
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17.6
9.6 28.1 ** 25.0***
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Eye relief (mm) 11.8 12.0 11.6 17.6 11.8 11.5 12.6 10.3** 8.6***
Close focusing distance, 5.0/16.4 5.0/16.4 5.0/16.4 8.0/26.2 7.0/23.0 8.0/26.2 9.0/29.5 13.0/42.7 15.0/49.2
approx. (m/ft.)
Interpupillary distance 56-72 56-72 56-72 56-72 56-72 56-72 56-72 56-72 56-72
adjustment (mm)
Length (mm/in.) 118/4.6 145/5.7 145/5.7 180/7.1 179/7.0 179/7.0 179/7.0 163/6.4 197/7.8
Width (mm/in.) 185/7.3 185/7.3 185/7.3 197/7.8 197/7.8 197/7.8 197/7.8 185/7.3 197/7.8
Weight (g/oz.) 685/24.2 755/26.6 760/26.8 905/31.9 900/31.7 910/32.1 925/32.6 825/29.1 960/33.9
*Apparent field of view is calculated based on the 15014132-1:2002 standard, and obtained by the following formula:
[tan
w' =r x tanw] Apparent field of view: 2w', Magnification: r, Real field of view: 2w
**When minimum magnification (8x) is selected
***When minimum magnification (1 Ox) is selected

• This
product
is
not
waterproof.Therefore, avoid
getting
it
wet
from rain, water splashes, etc.
•
To
keep your binoculars in excellent condition, Nikon Vision recommends regular servicing
by
an
authorized dealer.
• Specifications and design are subject
to
change
without
notice.
• No
reproduction
in any form
of
this "Instruction 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.
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CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS
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4
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
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5
OPERATION
PRECAUTIONS
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6-7
OPERATION
(Adjusting
interpupillary distance and
diopter
adjustment)
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8-9
PRECAUTIONS
Thank you for purchasing a Nikon
binocular.
Strictly observe the following
guidelines in order to
use
the
equipment properly and avoid
potentially dangerous accidents
G)
Before using
the
product,
thoroughly
read
the
"SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS"
and the
instructions accompanying
the
product
on correct
use.
®Keep these instructions
within
easy reach for reference.
®Some
of
the
"SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS';
"OPERATION
PRECAUTIONS"
and
"OPERATION"
described here may
not
refer
to
the
product
you purchased.
In
order
to
protect you and
third
parties from possible
injury
and/
or
property
damage or
loss,
you
are kindly requested
to
pay close
attention
to
all instructions,warnings
and cautions regarding
the
use and
care
of
this product.
~WARNING
This indication alerts you
to
the
fact
that
any
improper
use
ignoring
the
contents described herein can result
in potential death or serious injury.
~CAUTION
This indication alerts you
to
the
fact
that
any
improper
use
ignoring
the
contents described herein can result
in potential
injury
or
may cause only
physical damage.
OPERATION
PRECAUTIONS
The items contained in this section
alert you
to
the
fact
that
any
improper
use
ignoring
the
contents
described herein may negatively
affect
product
performance and
functionality.

'SAfETY
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tl
i
RECAUTIONS
Lh
WARNING!
Lh
CAUTION!
Fig.4
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Never lookat the sun directly
•
If
you
use
the
rubber eyecups for
~
a long period
of
time, you may
~
while using binoculars/
suffer skin inflammation.
If
you
~
monocular.
develop any symptoms, stop
use
Doing
so
may seriously damage
the
and consult a
doctor
immediately.
eyes.
(Fig.
1)
Fig. 1
.
Be
careful
not
to
pinch your finger
when adjusting interpupillary
Lh
CAUTION!
distance or diopter.
Be
particularly
• Do
not
leave
the
binoculars/ careful
if
you let small children
monocular in
an
unstable place.
use
the
binoculars.
(Fig.
4)
They may fall and cause injury. • Do
not
leave the polyethylene
• Do
not
look
through
the
bag used for packaging
within
binoculars/monocular while small children's reach. Children
walking.
You
may walk
into
may
put
it
on their mouths and
unexpected objects and
get
hurt. suffocate.
(Fig.
5)
(Fig.
2)
Be
careful
that
small children
do
• Do
not
swing
the
binoculars/
not
inadvertently swallow the
monocular by
their
straps.They cap
or
eyecup. If
it
does happen,
may
hit
someone and cause injury. consult a
doctor
immediately.
(Fig.
3)
• Do
not
disassemble
the
• The soft
case,
strap, and external binoculars/monocular.Repair
materials utilized on binoculars/ should be referred
to
a Nikon-
monocular and rubber eyecups authorized service representative.
may deteriorate due
to
aging
(Fig.
6)
and stain clothes.
To
prevent this,
check
their
condition before each
use,
and consult
with
a Nikon-
authorized service representative
Fig.6
if
such deterioration
is
found. 5

OPERATION PRECAUTIONS
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OPERATION AND CONTROLS Fig. 7 STORAGE
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1. Do not open the right and left binocular 5. Water condensation or mold may
§]
tubes beyond their limits.Also be careful occur on lens surfaces because
of
not to rotate the diopter ring, focusing high humidity.Therefore, store
the
~ ring and zoom lever (ring) beyond their binoculars/monocular in a cool,
dry
limits. (Fig. 7)
place. After use on a rainy day or at
2. Avoid rain, water splashes, sand and night,
thoroughly dry them at room
mud.
(Fig. 8) With waterproof/water- temperature, then store in a cool,
dry
resistant binoculars, though some place.
rain or water splash will
do no harm, 6. For long term storage, keep binoculars/
wipe the water off as soon as possible. Fig. 8 monocular in a plastic bag
or an
To confirm if your binoculars are
airtight container with a desiccant. If
waterproof/water-resistant or not, check this
is not possible, store in a clean,
the instruction manual
of the product
well-ventilated place, separate from
you purchased.
the case, as they are easily affected by
3. Always protect binoculars/monocular moisture.
(Fig. 1 0)
from shock. If you cannot obtain
7. Do not leave the binoculars/monocular
a normal image after
dropping or
in a car on a hot or sunny day, or near
getting the binoculars/monocular wet, heat generating equipment.This may
take
them immediately to a Nikon- damage or negatively affect them.
authorized service representative
(Fig. 9)
Fig. 9
(Fig. 11)
4. When exposed to sudden temperature
changes, water condensation may occur \
on lens surfaces. In this case, thoroughly
dry the binoculars/ monocular at room
temperature.
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Fig. 10
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
8. Remove dust trapped in the focusing
unit,
diopter adjustment unit, or other
rotating parts with a soft brush.
(Fig. 12)
9. After having removed dust with a
blower, clean
the body surface using
a soft, clean cloth.After use at
the
seaside, lightly soak a soft, clean cloth
with water and wipe off salt that may
be on
the body surface.Then wipe the
body surface with a dry cloth. Do not
use benzene,thinner, or other organic
solvent.
(Fig. 13)
10. When removing dust on the lens
surface, use a soft oil-free brush.
11. When removing stains or smudges
like fingerprints from
the lens surfaces,
wipe the lenses very gently with a
soft clean
cotton cloth. Use a small
quantity of pure alcohol (ethanol) or
lens cleaner available in stores to wipe
stubborn smudges,from the center
of the lens to the outside in a circular
motion.Do
not use anything hard as it
may scratch the lens surface. (Fig. 14)
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
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OPERATION (Adjusting interpupillarydistance and diopteradjustment)
II
Adjusting interpupillary distance
~
Match the distance between
right
and left eyepiece
[!!]
tubes
with
your interpupillary distance by moving the
tubes apart or closer together.
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Merge
the
two
circular viewfields
into
one.
Diopteradjustment
(Balancing
right
and left eyesight)
*
With the focus correctly adjusted,
remember
the
diopter
index position
for easier future
diopter
adjustment.
* For focusing
with
the
diopter
adjustment ring or focusing ring,
rotate counterclockwise
to
focus on
a nearby subject, or clockwise for a
distant subject.

CF: Central focusing binoculars
Binoculars with the diopter
adjustment ring on the right
eyepiece.
CD Rotate the focusing ring until you
obtain a sharp image
of your subject
in
the left eyepiece.
® Rotate the diopter adjustment ring
of the right eyepiece until you obtain
asharp image
of the same subject in
the right eyepiece.
@ Check focusing on both eyes.
@ When you view adifferent subject,
adjust
the focusing ring until you
obtain a sharp image.
Binoculars with the diopter adjustment
ring on the left eyepiece (some models
of
zoom binoculars).
CD Set the zoom lever at the
maximum magnification position.
® Rotate the focusing ring until you obtain a sharp
image
of your subject in the right eyepiece.
@ Rotate the diopter adjustment ring of the left
eyepiece until you obtain a sharp image
of the
same subject in the lefteyepiece.
@ Check focusing on both eyes.
® When you view adifferent subject,adjust the
focusing ring until you obtain a sharp image.
IF: Individual focusing binoculars
For individual focusing binoculars,
diopter adjustment is basically
unnecessary.
CD Focus right and left eyes separately.
® When the subject changes, focus with
both eyes separately.
Note:For zoom binoculars
When viewing the subject at
a different magnification,first
correctly adjust focusing at a higher
magnification.This minimizes
blurring,which may occur when you
change magnification.
* If you change the magnification from
low to high after adjusting focusing
at
low magnification,serious image
blurring may occur.
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NIKON VISION CO., LTD.
3-25, Futaba 1-chome,Shinagawa-ku,Tokyo 142-0043,Japan
Printed in China (248K)1E/1203