Vortex Solo User manual

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Monoculars 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:
The
Monocular
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Congratulations on your purchase
of a Solo monocular. The Solo
is compact, easy to handle, and
designed for a lifetime of enjoyment.
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The fully multi-coated optics of the
Solo deliver bright images.
Optical Quality
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Focus Wheel
Objective Lens
Twist-up Eyecup
Eyepiece
The Solo is rubber armored and built to withstand
use in just about any field condition. O-ring seals and
nitrogen purging make the Solo a fully waterproof,
internally fogproof monocular.
Rugged Design
Rubber Armor
Diamond Checker
Pattern
Preparing the Solo for use
The Neckstrap
Attach the neckstrap to the Solo monocular in three
simple steps:
1.Push the loop end of
the strap through the
neckstrap attachment
point on the monocular.
2.Take the opposite end
of the neckstrap and put
it through the loop.
3.Cinch the loop tight.
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Focusing the Solo
The focus wheel is found on the eyepiece of the
Solo monocular.
Simply turn the
wheel until your
subject comes
crisply into view.
Turn clockwise to focus on more distance objects,
counter-clockwise to focus on objects that are
nearer.
The soft case of the Solo comes with a belt loop
attachment for an easy carry in
the field and provides protection
for the monocular when not in
use.
The Case
Slip the belt loop of the Solo
over a belt for an easy carry.
Maintain the optical brilliance of the Solo monocular by
keeping the lens surfaces free of dirt, dust, and oils.
Protect Lenses While Out in the Field.
Caring for the Lenses
Store the Solo in its custom carry case.
Keep Lenses Clean.
Along with normal use comes the need to clean the
monocular lenses. Follow these guidelines for cleaning:
1.Remove any dust or grit from lenses before wiping.
Use a can of pressurized air or soft camel hair brush
(acrylic optical brushes also work well).
2.Clear lens of smudges, fingerprints, or eyelash oil.
Fog the lenses with your own breath and wipe with the
non-abrasive lens cloth included with the Solo monocular.
Cleaning fluid and optical paper can also be used. However, you
should never use facial tissue, heavy cotton, or flannel clothing
on lenses—these materials can scratch the lens surfaces.
Other cleaning options:
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The VIP Warranty
We build optics based on our commitment to your
absolute satisfaction. That’s why Vortex products are
unconditionally guaranteed.
Vortex Optics
2120 West Greenview Drive
Middleton, WI 53562
[email protected]
Vortex pledges this Very Important Promise to you—a
Very Important Person. That’s why we call it the VIP
warranty. In the event that a Solo
requires service, no matter the
cause, Vortex Optics will repair
or replace the monocular at no
charge to you.
Call Vortex Optics at 800-426-0048 for prompt,
professional, and friendly service.
The Vortex VIP warranty is completely transferable and has no warranty
card to fill out. The VIP warranty does not include occurrences of loss,
theft, deliberate damage, nor damage as a result of unauthorized repair,
modification, or disassembly. Vortex Optics reserves the right to replace
warranted products with a product of similar value and/or specifications
in the event that the original product is no longer manufactured or has
been discontinued.
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