Pentax 62570 Owners Manual - Page 4

E. Features Pentax DCF WP series binoculars are designed with advanced technology gained through many years of superior optical design experience and unsurpassed by any standards for this kind of binoculars. The optics utilize high refractive index glass prisms, highly advanced multilayer coatings, and the roof prisms are treated with phase coating for sharp and bright images even at the corners of the field of vision. The DCF WP series binoculars are compact and light weight due to utilising the inner focusing system. The DCF WP series binoculars feature water proof construction that endures the one-meter-deep-water equivalent hydraulic pressure and the lens barrels are filled with nitrogen gas. The DCF WP series binoculars may therefore be used under severe weather conditions without troubles such as fogging caused by the temperature differences between outside and inside binocular barrels. The DCF WP series binoculars have a long eye relief for easy viewing even with glasses. In addition, the binoculars have the minimum focusing distance shortend further to suit bird watchers' needs. A WARNINGS 1. To avoid serious eye damage, NEVER look at the sun using the binoculars. Serious damage to the retina, or total loss of eyesight may occur. 2. Do not leave the binoculars in direct sunlight. Sun rays passing through the binoculars will be intensified, and should they focus on flammable materials, fire may occur. A Safety Precautions 1 . Do not use the binoculars while walking as depth perception and peripheral vision are dramatically altered. 2. Caution should be taken when adjusting the binocular barrels to avoid fingers being pinched. 3. Using the binoculars continuously for a long time may cause inflammation of the skin around the eye where the eyepiece ring come in contact with the skin. Consult a physician if any symptoms are noticed. 4. Do not swing the binoculars by the neck strap. 5. Be careful with the vinyl bag. Keep the vinyl bag in which the binoculars are packed for delivery, and all other viniyl bags, out of the reach of children and infants, as there is a risk of suffocation. Handling Precautions 1. Do not apply excessive force when adjusting the focusing wheel, diopter adjusting ring, eyepiece width or when mounting the binoculars on a tripod. (Please use the optional Tripod Adpter N to mount the binoculars on a tripod. How to Use-4) 2. Do not drop the binoculars or subject them to strong vibration, impact or pressure. 3. Never expose the binoculars to high temperature (Over 60 degrees centigrade or 140 degrees Fahrenheit). Avoid leaving the binoculars for an extended period of time in a hot humid place such as in a car parked in the sun or near a heater, as this could cause the binoculars to become deformed. 4. Do not use the binoculars under the water. When splashed with salty water, wipe off them with dry clean cloth moistend with fresh water. 5. Reasonable care should be taken to prevent exposure to dirt, mud, sand, moisture, toxic gas, water, salt water, or any other substance which may penetrate the inside of the binoculars, or the mechanisms. These substances may cause internal damage or render the binoculars inoperable. 6. Keep in mind that even the binoculars are water resistant, if water splashes onto the binoculas allow them to dry naturally,then wipe away any residual dirt with a clean, soft, dry cloth. 7. Binoculars should be stored in a well-ventilated place to prevent fungas growth. Never store them in a closet with mothballs or in an environment where chemicals are handled. How to Use 1. Eyepiece Rings For easy viewing, the binoculars are usually operated with the eyepiece rings pulled out.(See 1) When wearing glasses, push back the eyepiece ring to the original position. When pulling out the eyepiece ring, do not pull too strong. Do not attempt to rotate it. 2. Adjusting the Eyepiece Width While looking at a distant object through both the right and left eyepiece lenses, adjust the barrels so that eyepieces are comfortably in front of your eyes.(See 2) 3. Adjusting the diopter control. While looking at a distant object through the left eyepiece lens with your left eye, and your right eye closed, turn the central focusing wheel until the object appears sharp.(See 3-1) Next, while looking at the same object through the right eyepiece lens with your right eye, and your left eye closed, turn the diopter adjusting ring until the object appears sharp.(See 3-2) Once proper focusing has been set, object at different distances can be viewd by turning only the central focusing wheel. 4. Mounting Binoculars on Tripod To mount the binoculars on a tripod, remove the tripod socket cover by turning it counterclockwise, screw the optional tripod adapter into the tripod socket, and attach the binoculars on to the tripod.(See 4) Tripod Adapter N can be mounted to 8x32, 8x42, 10 X 42 DCF WP. However, it can not be mounted to 10x 50 DCF WP. 5. Attaching Neck Strap To attach the neck strap to the binoculars, thread the strap through the strap lug, the loop, then through the loop. Check to see if the strap is securely attached to the binoculars by pulling the strap.(See 5)