Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENT
iii TABLE OF CONTENT 1 INTRODUCTION TO ASTROSCOPE NIGHT VISION ......................1-1 1.1 Purpose of This Manual ..................................................................1-1 1.1.1 How This Guide Is Organized ..............................................1-1 1.2 Important Safeguards ........
Page 5 - Purpose of This Manual; How This Guide Is Organized; Safeguards
1-1 1 INTRODUCTION TO ASTROSCOPE NIGHT VISION 1.1 Purpose of This Manual This manual provides basic information and instructions for operating the AstroScope 9350 products, as well as procedures for troubleshooting. We suggest that you read this manual carefully and retain the manual for future refe...
Page 7 - Guide
1.3 Reference Guide 200mm Lens – see pg 3-1 Canon EOS Pair – see pg 2-3 200mm Lens – see pg 3-1 200mm Lens – see pg 3-1 Canon XL Pair – see pg 2-3 Nikon Pair – see pg 2-3 1-3
Page 9 - How Image Intensifiers Work
1.4 How Image Intensifiers Work Image intensifiers are predominant in night vision applications due to their ability to amplify low-light scenes at night, making them visible to the human eye and commercial cameras and camcorders. Unlike thermal images, image intensifiers can be used to read vehicle...
Page 13 - ASTROSCOPE
2-1 2 ASTROSCOPE CONFIGURATION, SET-UP, AND OPERATION
Page 17 - Canon XL Components
2.1.1.3 Canon XL Components 9350XL BBA for Canon XL Camcorders 9350XL FLA for Canon XL Camcorders 2.1.2 Assembly The Front Lens Adapter (FLA) has an alignment pin on the inside wall. Align the pin with the groove on the side of the CIU and slide the CIU into the FLA. Groove in CIU Alignment Pin 2-5
Page 18 - Notes on Optimal Use; Use on Canon Digital Cameras
The Back Body Adapter (BBA) has a silver alignment pin on the inside. Align this pin with the hole in the CIU and thread the BBA to the FLA. Silver Alignment Pin Hole in CIU 2.1.3 Notes on Optimal Use 2.1.3.1 Use on Nikon Digital Cameras 1. In the “Shooting Menu,” select and set the ISO to 1600 or a...
Page 19 - Use on Canon XL Camcorders
2-7 7. Review – Set to “Off”. 8. File numbering – Set to “Continuous”. 9. Video system – Set to “NTSC”. 10. Custom Function (C.Fn) – a. Press the center button. On the Canon D30, scroll down to number 5 and press the button again. Set to “Off” and press the button a third time. Press the “Menu” butt...
Page 24 - Components
2.2.1 Required Components Below is a list of items included when you purchase a non-removable lens night vision camcorder. Handle each part carefully. If any of the optics become dirty, refer to the Maintenance section of this manual for cleaning instructions. 9350EPA 9350FLA-C 9350 Bracket (Actual ...
Page 29 - C-Mount Camera Operation
2.3 C-Mount Camera Operation This section describes the configuration set-up and operation of the AstroScope Night Vision C-Mount Cameras. 2-17
Page 33 - Pocket Scope Operation
2.4 Pocket Scope Operation This section describes the configuration set-up and operation the AstroScope Night Vision Pocket Scope. 2-21
Page 41 - 00 mm Low-Light Telephoto Lens
Page 44 - Using the Tripod Mount
3. Reverse the hood and align the pins with the slots in the lens. Twist clockwise to lock in place. 3.1.2.1 Using the Tripod Mount Note: The Tripod Mount is only required when using a tripod. The tripod mount is not used on units that include the 9350EPA, which already have an integral tripod mount...
Page 46 - Installing the CIU
3.1.2.2 Installing the CIU 1. There is an alignment pin on the inside of the back end of the 200mm lens. Align groove in the side of the CIU with the pin, and slide the CIU into the 200mm Lens. 2. There is a silver alignment pin on the inside of the back body adapter. Align this pin with the hole in...
Page 51 - MAINTENANCE; Key Operational Parameters
5-1 5 MAINTENANCE 5.1 Key Operational Parameters 5.1.1 Power: <300mw (<50mA typical) 5.1.2 Environmental Operating Temperature: -20° to 50 °C Storage Temperature: -40° to 80°C Water Resistance: Splash proof Operating Humidity: 0-95% 5.2 Cleaning Non-optical surfaces: The non-optical surfaces o...
Page 53 - WARRANTY; HOW TO RETURN PRODUCTS
6-1 6 WARRANTY 1. Electrophysics warrants that these products to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Any warranty described herein shall extend to the first ultimate user only for a period of one year from the date of shipment from our factory. 2. Electrophysics' obligation under this ...
Page 54 - HOW TO RETURN PRODUCTS
6-2 4. The following information must be included on the packing slip: A. Reason for return B. Date and place of purchase C. Installation date D. Returned unit serial number E. Description of problem F. Return Authorization Number 6.2 HOW TO RETURN PRODUCTS FOR “OUT OF WARRANTY” REPAIR Following exp...