6. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

6.1Installing battery

Unit is supplied with uninstalled battery.

Prior to installing the battery, make sure the switch (1, Fig.1) is in the OFF position and the lens cap is on.

The unit can operate on either AA Alkaline or CR-123 Lithium battery. Lithium battery durability is doubled against the service time of conventional battery and provides better performance at low temperatures.

To install battery unscrew the battery compartment cover (6, Fig.1). When using CR-123 Lithium type battery, remove the battery type adapter. Observe the polarity indicated on the housing. Put the battery in and screw the battery cover back on.

6.2Switching the unit on

In the daytime put on the lens cap with the daylight filter prior to switching the unit on.

To check if the unit is operational switch it ON (rotate switch (1, Fig.1) clockwise) and look through the eyepiece (4, Fig.1). You should see greenish-lit screen. If the screen is not lit check the battery.

When the unit is ON user may see either one or two circular indicators through the eyepiece (Fig. 2). When inactive they are hardly noticeable. Bright yellow or flashing red spot indicates low battery voltage. For an uninterrupted operation keep a fresh

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Newcon Optik NVS 14-3GCS operation manual Operation Instructions, Installing battery