Troubleshooting; Maintenance - Pulsar DIGIFORCE X950 Handbuch

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ACCESSORIES
The Digiforce is equipped with a special mount (7) designed to attach
various accessories such as auxiliary IR Illuminators (LED IR
Illuminators Pulsar-805/ Pulsar-940 / Pulsar-X850 or laser IR
Illuminators Pulsar L-915/ Pulsar L-808S). The unit also has a ¼"
standard socket to be mounted on a tripod.
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PECULIARITIES OF USE
Turn off the device when not in use and when carrying the unit.
The device can be used in daylight as well as nighttime conditions.
However, do not point the device towards bright sources of light.
After using the device in cold temperatures, please, wait up to 2-3
hours before using the device in the warm temperatures. This helps
prevent condensation on the lenses.
Do not leave the device in direct sunlight. Do not submerge in water.
Do not subject the digital NV device to shock or impact. Do not drop.
Sand, dust, and salt can damage the device.
Do not connect any non-recommended accessories (headphones,
for example) to the «Video out» port. This may damage the device
and void any guarantee.
When focusing on the display (you can see the fine black net) a
maximum of seven light or dark spots on the whole field of view in the
image plane is acceptable.
Design of the unit does not provide for adjustment of the IR-
illuminator.
The built-in laser IR Illuminator complies with the Class 1
pursuant to standard IEC60825-1. This guarantees safety of the
device. However avoid looking directly at the working laser
diode.

MAINTENANCE

The housing of the device can be cleaned with a soft cloth. Do not use an
abrasive cloth/chemical cleaning solutions. Always use cleaning
equipment designed for photographic equipment. Dust can be removed
from the lens with a soft brush. The lens can be cleaned with any cloth
designed for cleaning optical equipment. Do not pour lens cleaner on the
lens itself!
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STORAGE
Remove batteries if the device will not be used for a long time. Always
store the unit in its carrying case in a dry well-ventilated area away from
heating/air conditioning vents and other heating devices.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

The table below lists possible problems that you may encounter with your
equipment. If the problem is not listed or the corrective actions listed do not
correct the issue please notify the manufacturer.
Problem Test of inspection
Visual.
Monocular fails
to activate. Check for defective, missing
or improperly installed
batteries.
Make sure your power supply
The unit does not operate
on external power provides output voltage.
Make sure the central
supply.
pin of the external
power supply is intact.
Poor image. Check the objective lens and
eyepiece, making sure they are
focused according to the
instructions listed in section:
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Check for fog or dirt on the lens.
The brightness adjustment wheel
(8) is in its extreme position.
There are several Presence of dots is caused
light or black dots by matrix production technology
(pixels) on the display and is not a defect unless
of the device. quantity exceeds 7.
Peculiarities of CCD array
CCD arrays employed in Pulsar digital night vision devices, feature high quality. However certain white
and black defective dots and variable amplitude spots are allowed. These defects can be easily
detected when conducting observation both in the day and in the nighttime. Presence of white and
black dots, spots and other minor defects of a CCD array (up to 4%) are acceptable in accordance with
regulations of the sensor producer.
Visibility on the screen of a white defect of equal defect level depends on the type of CCD array, camera
type, temperature increase after the unit is switches on.
Corrective action
Replace or install batteries.
Charge the power supply
(if required).
If it's necessary, unbend
the pin to ensure electric contact.
Follow the instructions
to adjust the device.
Adjust brightness with the wheel.
No action needed.
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