Vortex Kaibab HD User manual

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VORTEX
THE FORCE OF OPTICS
Kaibab
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HD
HD
BINOCULAR
Using the Kaibab HD_______________4
Tips for Care and Handling___________8
Service and Repair Policy____________9
Kaibab
HD
HD
BINOCULAR
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Congratulations on your purchase of a
Kaibab HD. Waterproof, fog proof, and
rugged enough for the most extreme
conditions, the Kaibab HD binocular features
ultra-high definition optics for superb
viewing.
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Diopter Ring
Center Hinge
Tripod Adapter Socket
Adjustable Eyecup
Neckstrap
Attachment Point
Roof Prism Housing
Center Focus
Objective Lenses
Binoculars are not intended for looking at the sun,
or any other intense light source. Such viewing
could damage the retina and cornea of your
eyes—even to the point of causing blindness.
Caution:

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Using the Kaibab
Attach the padded neckstrap to the binocular in three simple steps. Begin with the right
barrel of the binocular and repeat the process for the left barrel.
Attaching the Neckstrap
1.Push a few inches of the strap
through the neckstrap attachment
point on the binocular.
2.Loop the strap over the
attachment point, then thread the
strap through the strap buckle.
3.Secure the end of the strap by
slipping it through the strap loop.
IPD
The eyecups on the Kaibab HD
binocular are built on a solid frame and
covered with rubber. They twist up and
down so any viewer can take advantage
of the long eye relief and enjoy comfortable, full-field viewing.
With eyeglasses or sunglasses,
retract the eyecups.
Without eyeglasses or sunglasses,
extend the eyecups.
Adjusting the Eyecups
Adjusting the Interpupillary Distance
The interpupillary distance (IPD) is the distance between the
centers of the left and right eye pupils. Match the IPD of your eyes
to that of the binocular by rotating the binocular barrels inward or
outward until you see a single image that is free of shading.
Focusing the Binocular
Choose an object that is about 20 yards away from you and follow this two-step process to
properly adjust the focus. Be sure to stay in the same spot until you have adjusted both the
center focus and diopter.
1.Adjust the center focus – Start by closing your right eye or covering
the right objective lens with your hand. Focus your left eye on the object
and adjust the center focus wheel until the image is in focus. Leave the
center focus in this position as you adjust the diopter.
2.Adjust the diopter – Start by closing your left eye or covering the left
objective lens with your hand. Look through your right eye and adjust
the diopter (ring found on the right eyepiece) until the object is in focus.
Make note of this diopter setting in case you need to set it again.

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The Kaibab HD binocular comes with a rainguard and two tethered
objective lens covers. For convenience, the rainguard can be attached to the
neckstrap where it is within easy reach. Simply slip the neckstrap through
the attachment point on the rainguard before connecting the neckstrap to the
binocular.
The Lens Covers
The soft case with attached strap protects and provides an easy way to carry the
Kaibab HD.
The Case
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Tips for Care and Handling
Protect your binocular by keeping it in the padded case while not in use. If the Kaibab
HD gets wet, be sure to let it dry before packing it away. Choose a dark, well-ventilated
place for long-term storage.
1.Remove dust or grit with pressurized air—or use a soft camel hair or optical
brush.
2.Fog lenses with your own breath.
3.Wipe off smudges, fingerprints, and eyelash oil with a non-abrasive cloth,
chamois, or piece of silk fabric.
Keeping the lenses clean
Maintain the optical brilliance of the Kaibab HD binocular by keeping the lens surfaces
free of dust, dirt, and oils.
Note: Never use facial tissue, heavy cotton, or flannel clothing–these fabrics can scratch the lenses!
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Service and Repair Policy
Vortex wants you to use and enjoy your Kaibab HD binocular
with complete confidence, and that’s why our warranty is so
straightforward.
Rest assured that if this binocular should ever require
service, all you need to do is contact Vortex for absolutely free
service:
•Call 800-426-0048
•E-mail [email protected]
Vortex Optics
2120 West Greenview Drive
Middleton, WI 53562
800-426-0048
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[email protected]
U NCONDITIONAL L IFETIME W ARRANTY
Manual K15-11A