Armasight Vulcan 2.5-5X MG Operation and Maintenance Manual

Brand: Armasight

Model: Vulcan 2.5-5X MG

Category: Monoculars

Type: Operation and Maintenance Manual

This manual is also suitable for

Vulcan 3.5-7X MG

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VULCAN 2.5-5X MG

VULCAN 3.5-7X MG

Night Vision Riflescopes

OPERATION AND

MAINTENANCE MANUAL

The information provided in this manual is for familiarization purposes only; the contents may undergo further

changes with no commitment by Armasight© to notify customers of any updates.

Armasight© assumes no responsibility for any misprints or other errors that this manual may contain.

SAFETY SUMMARY

Before operating this product, read and study this Operation and Maintenance Manual carefully.

The Armasight Vulcan Night Vision Riescope is a precision electro-optical instrument and requires

careful handling. To avoid physical damage to the equipment and prevent danger to the user, follow all

WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and NOTES.

Below you will nd denitions of the alerts that appear throughout this Manual:

WARNING – Identies a clear danger to the person operating the equipment.

CAUTION – Identies risk of damage to the equipment.

NOTE – Serves to highlight essential procedures, conditions, and statements, or convey important in-

structional data to the user.

WARNING:

This product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions! The FDA

has reported an increase in the number of deaths that are associated with an apparent sensitiv-

ity to natural latex proteins. If you are allergic to latex, it is a good idea to learn which products

contain it and strictly avoid exposure to those products.

WARNINGS:

• Wheninstallingtheequipmentonaweapon,besuretheweaponisclearandthatthesafety

is ON before proceeding.

• Armasightrecommendstheuseofaneyecuponthescope’seyepiece.Thiswillallowforboth

eyepiece adjustment and relief; preferably, the eyecup should include a side paddle to help

avoid detection.

• Thelightfromtheinfraredilluminatorisinvisibletothenakedeye.However,thelightcanbe

detected by other night vision devices.

CAUTION:

• Donotdismantletheequipment.

• Keep the equipment clean. Protect it from moisture, dramatic temperature changes, and

electric shocks.

• Donotdroporhittheequipment.

• Protecttheequipmentfromoverexposuretolight;donotactivatetheequipmentindaylight

with the objective lens cap removed; do not aim the equipment at bright light sources (re,

car headlights, lanterns, street lamps, room lights, etc.).

• Donotforcetheequipmentcontrolspasttheirstoppingpoints.

• Donotleavetheequipmentonduringbreaksinoperation.

• Verifythattheequipmentisobeforeinstallingabattery.

• Donotstoretheequipmentwiththebatterystillinserted.

• Cleananddryeachitemthoroughlybeforeplacingthemintothestoragecase.

NOTES:

• Theequipmentrequiressomelevelofambientlight(moonlight,starlight,etc.)tofunction

correctly.

• Performanceofthedeviceinnighttimeconditionsdependsonthelevelofambientlightin

the environment. Please remember the following:

— The level of ambient light is reduced by the presence of clouds, shade, or objects that

block natural light (trees, buildings, etc.).

— Theequipmentislesseectivewhenoperatedinshadowsandotherdarkenedareas.

— Theequipmentislesseectivewhenoperatedinrain,fog,sleet,snow,dustorsmoke.

— The equipment will not “see” through dense smoke.

• Retainallpackagingmaterialsincaseanydefectivecomponentsneedtobereturned.

LIST OF CONTENTS

TITLE PAGE

Safety Summary 2

List of Contents 4

List of Figures 5

List of Tables 6

How to Use This Manual 6

1. INTRODUCTION 7

1.1 General Information 7

1.1.1 Type of Manual 7

1.1.2 Model Number and Equipment Name 7

1.1.3 Purpose of Equipment 7

1.1.4 Reporting Equipment Improvement Recommendations 7

1.2 Warranty Information and Registration 8

1.2.1 Warranty Information 8

1.2.2 Limitation of Liability 8

1.2.3 Product Warranty Registration 8

1.2.4 Obtaining Warranty Service 9

1.3 Cross References 9

1.4 List of Abbreviations 10

2. DESCRIPTION AND DATA 11

2.1 System Description 11

2.2 Specications 13

2.3 Standard Components 15

2.4 Optional Equipment 16

2.5 Key Features 17

2.6 System Limitations 17

3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 18

3.1. Installation and Mounting 18

3.1.1 Vulcan Battery Installation 18

3.1.2 IR850 Battery Installation 19

3.1.3 Installing the Vulcan on a Weapon 19

3.1.4 Clamping Device Adjustment 20

3.1.5 Fastening an Advanced Wireless Remote Control to a Weapon 21

3.1.6 Installing the IR850 21

3.1.7 Installing the 2X Afocal Lens 22

3.2 Controls and Indicators 22

3.2.1 Vulcan Controls and Indicators 22

3.2.2 IR850 Controls 24

3.3 Operating Procedures 24

3.3.1 Boresight Adjustment Procedure 24

3.3.2 Vulcan Operating Procedures 25

3.3.3 Operating IR850 26

3.3.4 Operating in Changing Light Conditions 27

3.3.5 Shut-Down 27

4. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 28

4.1 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services 28

4.1.1 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) 28

4.2 Operator Troubleshooting 30

4.3 Identication of Operational Defects 31

4.3.1 Operational Defects 31

4.3.2 Cosmetic Blemishes 31

4.4 Maintenance 33

4.4.1 General 33

4.4.2 Cleaning Procedures 33

4.4.3 Battery Removal and Replacement 34

4.5 Return Instructions 34

APPENDIX 35

A. Estimation of Ambient Illumination Level 35

B. Vulcan List of Spare Parts 35

C. Product Warranty Registration Card 36

LIST OF FIGURES

FIGURE TITLE PAGE

2-1 Vulcan Night Vision Riescopes 11

2-2 Vulcan Night Vision Riescope 12

2-3 Standard Components 15

24 Vulcan Optional Equipment 16

3-1 Vulcan. Battery Installation 18

3-2 Battery Adapter Positions in the Battery Cap 19

3-3 IR850. Battery Installation 19

3-4 Vulcan Mount. Top View 20

3-5 Vulcan Mount. Underside View 20

3-6 Clamping Device Adjustment 20

3-7 Advanced Wireless Remote Control 21

3-8 IR850 Illuminator 21

3-9 Vulcan Controls 22

3-10 Vulcan Reticle 23

3-11 IR850 Controls 24

3-12 Windage and Elevation Adjustment Turrets 25

4-1 Shading 31

4-2 Edge Glow 31

4-3 Emission Points and Bright Spots 32

4-4 Fixed Pattern Noise 32

4-5 Chicken Wire 33

4-6 Advanced Wireless Remote Control. Battery Installation 34

B-1 Vulcan Spare Parts 35

LIST OF TABLES

TABLE TITLE PAGE

2-1 System Description 13

2-2 System Data 13

2-3 Mechanical Data 13

2-4 Electrical Data 13

2-5 Optical Data 14

2-6 Environmental Data 14

2-7 IR850 Data 14

2-8 Standard Components 15

2-9 Vulcan Optional Equipment 16

3-1 Vulcan Controls and Indicators 23

3-2 IR850 Controls 24

4-1 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services 28

4-2 Operator Troubleshooting 30

A-1 Standard Natural Light Conditions and Illumination Values 35

B-1 Vulcan Spare Parts List 36

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

USAGE

You must familiarize yourself with this entire manual before operating the equipment. Before perform-

ing any kind of maintenance on your device, read the section on maintenance in its entirety. Follow all

WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and NOTES.

MANUAL OVERVIEW

The Manual contains sections on operating and maintaining the Vulcan Night Vision Riescope.

Throughout this Manual, the Armasight Vulcan Night Vision Riescope will be referred to as the Vulcan,

“the equipment,” or “the device.”

Reference data for the estimation of ambient illumination levels can be found in Appendix A.

A list of spare parts appears in Appendix B.

The Product Warranty Registration Card is located in Appendix C.

INTRODUCTION

1.1 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1.1 TYPE OF MANUAL

Operation and Maintenance (including a List of Spare Parts).

1.1.2 MODEL NUMBER AND EQUIPMENT NAME

Armasight Vulcan 2.5-5X MG Night Vision Riescope.

Armasight Vulcan 3.5-7X MG Night Vision Riescope.

1.1.3 PURPOSE OF EQUIPMENT

The Vulcan is a night vision weapon sight that provides excellent target acquisition and aiming capabil-

ities for the demanding sports shooter, game hunter, military, law enforcement, or security personnel.

The Vulcan has multicoated, all-glass lenses and an internally adjustable ne reticle that makes pre-

cise shot placement incredibly easy. This night vision riescope is also water, dust and sand-proof for

increased reliability. Complete with tactical rails for lasers or illuminators (high power IR illuminator

included as standard), the Armasight Vulcan is ideal for the hunters, tactical marksmen, or anyone that

needs a compact and light night vision riescope.

The Vulcan includes gain control, which allows the user to adjust the brightness of the image, in order

to compensate for overly bright or extremely dark conditions.

The Vulcan sits on an adjustable, quick-release mount that will t any Weaver or Picatinny rail, and can

be mounted in seconds without tools.

The long-range IR850 illuminator (referred to as the IR850 throughout this manual) enables use of the

Vulcan in extremely low light conditions or total darkness. Other additional equipment, such as an

infrared laser, red dot sight, etc., may also be installed on the Vulcan top Weaver rail.

1.1.4 REPORTING EQUIPMENT IMPROVEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS

Recommendations for improvements to the device are encouraged.

Mail your comments to:

Armasight Inc.

815 Dubuque Avenue

South San Francisco, CA 94080

USA

Or, send an email to info@armasight.com.

1.2 WARRANTY INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION

1.2.1 WARRANTY INFORMATION

This product is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under

normal use for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase. In the event that a defect covered

by the below warranty occurs during the applicable period stated above, Armasight, at its discretion,

will either repair or replace the product; such action on the part of Armasight shall be the full extent of

Armasight’sliability,andtheCustomer’ssoleandexclusivereparation.Thiswarrantydoesnotcovera

product if it has (a) been used in ways other than its normal and customary manner; (b) subjected to

misuse; (c) subjected to alterations, modications or repairs by the Customer of by any party other than

Armasight without prior written consent of Armasight; (d) special order or “close-out” merchandise

or merchandise sold “as-is” by either Armasight or the Armasight dealer; or (e) merchandise that has

been discontinued by the manufacturer and either parts or replacement units are not available due to

reasons beyond the control of Armasight. Armasight shall not be responsible for any defects or dam-

age that in Armasight’sview are a resultfrom themishandling, abuse, misuse,improperstorage or

improper operation of the device, including use in conjunction with equipment that is electrically or

mechanically incompatible with, or of inferior quality to, the product, as well as failure to maintain the

environmentalconditionsspeciedbythemanufacturer.THECUSTOMERISHEREBYNOTIFIEDTHAT

OPERATIONOFTHEEQUIPMENTDURINGDAYLIGHTHOURSORUNDERANYEXCESSIVELIGHTCONDI-

TIONSMAYPERMANENTLYDAMAGETHEINTERNALCOMPONENTSOFTHEUNITANDSAIDDAMAGE

WILL NOTBECOVERED UNDERTHISWARRANTY.Thiswarrantyis extendedonlytothe original pur-

chaser. Any breach of this warranty shall be enforced unless the customer noties Armasight at the

address noted below within the applicable warranty period.

The customer understands and agrees that except for the foregoing warranty, no other warranties

written or oral, statutory, expressed or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or

tness for a particular purpose, shall apply to the product. All such implied warranties are hereby and

expressly disclaimed.

1.2.2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Armasight will not be liable for any claims, actions, suits, proceedings, costs, expenses, damages or

liabilities arising out of the use of this product. Operation and use of the product are the sole responsi-

bilityoftheCustomer.Armasight’ssoleundertakingislimitedtoprovidingtheproductsandservices

outlined herein in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. The provision of prod-

ucts sold and services performed by Armasight to the Customer shall not be interpreted, construed,

or regarded, either expressly or implied, as being for the benet of or creating any obligation toward

anythirdpartyoflegalentityoutsideArmasightandtheCustomer;Armasight’sobligationsunderthis

AgreementextendsolelytotheCustomer.Armasight’sliabilityhereunderfordamages,regardlessof

the form or action, shall not exceed the fees or other charges paid to Armasight by the customer or

customer’sdealer.Armasightshallnot,inanyevent,beliableforspecial,indirect,incidental,orconse-

quential damages, including, but not limited to, lost income, lost revenue, or lost prot, whether such

damages were foreseeable or not at the time of purchase, and whether or not such damages arise

out of a breach of warranty, a breach of agreement, negligence, strict liability or any other theory of

liability.

1.2.3 PRODUCT WARRANTY REGISTRATION

In order to validate the warranty on your product, Armasight must receive a completed Product War-

ranty Registration Card for each unit, or the Customer can complete a warranty registration on our

website, at www.armasight.com. Please complete the included form (Appendix C) and immediately

mail it to our Service Center:

Armasight Inc.

815 Dubuque Avenue

South San Francisco, CA 94080

USA

1.2.4 OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE

To obtain warranty service on your unit, the End-user (Customer) must notify the Armasight service

department via email. Send any requests to service@armasight.com to receive a Return Merchandise

Authorization number (RMA). When returning any device, please take in the product to your retailer, or

sendtheproduct,postagepaidandwithacopyofyoursalesreceipt,toArmasightCorporation’sser-

vice center at the address listed above. All merchandise must be fully insured with the correct postage;

Armasight will not be responsible for improper postage or merchandise that becomes lost or damaged

during shipment. When sending product back, please clearly write the RMA# on the outside of the

shippingbox.PleaseincludealetterthatindicatesyourRMA#,theCustomer’sName,aReturnAddress,

reason for the return, contact information (valid telephone numbers and/or an e-mail address), and

proof of purchase that will help us to establish the valid start date of the warranty. Product merchan-

dise returns that do not have an RMA# listed may be refused, or a signicant delay in processing may

occur. Estimated Warranty service time is 10-20 business days. The End-user/ Customer is responsible

for postage to Armasight for warranty service. Armasight will cover return postage/ shipping after war-

ranty repair to the End-user/ Customer only if the product is covered by the aforementioned warranty.

Armasight will return the product after warranty service by domestic UPS Ground service and/ or do-

mestic mail. Should any other requested, required or international shipping methods be necessary, the

postage/ shipping fee will be the responsibility of the End-user/ Customer.

1.3 CROSS REFERENCES

COMMON NAME OFFICIAL NAME

AllenWrench SocketHeadScrewKey

Battery Compartment Battery Box Cover

Shipping Case Textile Bag

Cotton Swab Disposable Applicator

Neoprene Jack Plug Plug Assembly

O-Ring Gasket

SafetyScrew ElectricalDial-KnobLock

Pattern Generator Optical Instrument Reticle

Lens Covers Exit Port Covers

Paddle Switch Remote Cable Switch

Batteries AA

Technical Manual Operator and Field Maintenance Manual

Tape Fastener Loop Fastener, Loop Tape

TapeFastenerHook Fastener,HookTape

1.4 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

C Celsius (Centigrade)

CCW counterclockwise

Cont’d Continued

CW clockwise

Dia diameter

F Fahrenheit

FOV Field of View

g gram

Gen Generation

H Height

hr hour

IR infrared

IT Intensier Tube

L Length

LED Light Emitting Diode

lx lux

m meter

mA milliampere

min minute

mm millimeter

mW milliwatt

nm nanometer

No Number

NV Night Vision

NVD Night Vision Device

Para Paragraph

PMCS Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services

QRM QuickReleaseMount

QTY Quantity

RMA# Return Merchandise Authorization number

s second

seq sequence

SR Service Representative

VDC Volts Direct Current

V Volt

W Width

DESCRIPTION AND DATA

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The Vulcan consists of two primary parts, as shown in Figure 2-1: the night vision device (A; hereafter

referred to as the NVD), and the quick-release mount system (B), or mount. The Vulcan is delivered

already assembled; the mount should be secured to the NVD with two screws.

FIGURE 21. VULCAN NIGHT VISION RIFLESCOPES

VULCAN 2.55X MG VULCAN 3.57X MG

The optical-electronic system of the NVD includes four main components: the objective lens (C), eye-

piece (D), an intensier tube, and the control compartment (E).

Theintensiertube(IT)ampliestheenvironment’sambientlightusingaphotocathodeinputlens,

whichconvertslightwavesandproducesavisibleimageofthesceneonthedevice’sscreen.Theimage

is projected by the eyepiece.

The automatic brightness adjustment system maintains consistent image brightness, even in changing

light conditions. The Vulcan also incorporates manual gain control, which allows the operator to adjust

the brightness of the image to compensate for overly bright or extremely dark conditions.

Thebrightlightprotectionsystemcontrolsexistingambientlightthroughaphotoreceiver,andcutso

the IT automatically when the illumination level exceeds the limit of 100-150lx within 20 seconds. The

Vulcan turns back on when removed from the excessive light.

For optimal contrast, the Vulcan uses an illuminated red cross reticle with adjustable brightness.

The Vulcan is powered by a single AA or CR123A battery. A ashing reticle indicates low battery life.

The Picatinny/ Weaver mount (B) has an adjustable lever-cam clamping device for easy, quick, and reli-

able mounting and removal.

The Vulcan standard set also includes a 2X afocal lens and an IR-850 long-range infrared illuminator

equipped with a Weaver mount.

The Vulcan is shown in Figure 2-2. The ITEM NO. column in Table 2-1 indicates the number used to

identify items in Figure 2-2.

FIGURE 22. VULCAN NIGHT VISION RIFLESCOPE

23 24

TABLE 21. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION

1 Objective Lens Cap 13 Clamp

2 Lens 14 Battery Cap with Battery Adapter

3 Weaver Rail 15 Photoreceiver

4 Main Body 16 Pivoted Shutter

5 Turrets Caps Retainer 17 ReticleBrightnessAdjustmentKnob

6 Elevation Adjustment Turret Cap 18 Turn Switch

7 Eyepiece Ring 19 GainControlKnob

8 Eye Cup 20 Control Compartment

9DoubleLever-LockQuickRelease

Picatinny Mount

21 Purge Screw

22 Plug

10 Cam Lever 23 Rail

11 LeverHolder 24 Windage Adjustment Turret Cap

12 Battery Cap Retainer 25 Nut

2.2 SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE 22. SYSTEM DATA

ITEM DATA

System Resolution subject to Tube Resolution:

— 45 to 54 lp/mm

— 55 to 64 lp/mm

— Over 65 lp/mm

0.23 mrad/lp

0.19 mrad/lp

0.16 mrad/lp

TABLE 23. MECHANICAL DATA

ITEM VULCAN 2.5X VULCAN 3.5X

Dimensions (239×97×71) mm /

(9.4×3.8×2.8) in

(250×97×71) mm /

(9.8×3.8×2.8) in

Weight (without Mount and Battery) 0.7 kg / 1.54 lbs 0.72 kg / 1.59 lbs

Weight of Mount 0.1 kg /0.2 lbs 0.1 kg /0.2 lbs

TABLE 24. ELECTRICAL DATA

ITEM DATA

Battery Single CR123A (3V) or AA (1.5V)

Cell Life at 20°C 50 hr (3V) / 46 hr (1.5V)

TABLE 25. OPTICAL DATA

ITEM VULCAN 2.5X VULCAN 3.5X

Magnication 2.5x 3.5x

Magnication with Afocal Lens 5x 7x

Objective Lens Focal Length 60mm 80mm

Objective Lens F/number 1:1.35 1:1.67

Focus Range 70m 100m

Field of View 16° 12°

Exit Pupil Diameter 7mm 7mm

Eye Relief 45mm 45mm

Diopter Adjustment -4 to +4 diopters -4 to +4 diopters

Elevation/Windage Adjustment Range (min) 1-1/4 MOA 1 MOA

Elevation/Windage Adjustment Increment 1/2 MOA 1/3 MOA

TABLE 26. ENVIRONMENTAL DATA

ITEM DATA

Operating Temperature -40 to +50°С (-40 to 122°F)

Storage Temperature -50 to +50°С (-58 to 122°F)

Illumination Required Natural night illumination

(overcast starlight to moonlight)

Immersion 1 m for 30 minutes

MIL-STD -810 Complies

TABLE 27. IR850 DATA

ITEM DATA

IR Emitter Type LED

Power 500 mW

Peak Wavelength 850 nm

Illumination Range Up to 500 m

Divergence 8 to 12°

Battery Single CR123А (3V)

Battery Life at 20 °C (68 °F) From 1.5 hr (Full Power) to 10 hr (1/4 Power)

OverallDimensions(withMount,L×W×H) (117×41×37) mm / (4.6×1.6×1.5) in

Weight (with Mount, without Battery) 102 g / 3.6 oz

Operating Temperature -30 to +50°С (-22 to 122°F)

Storage Temperature -50 to +70°С (-58 to 158°F)

Environmental Rating Water Resistant

2.3 STANDARD COMPONENTS

The Vulcan standard components are shown in Figure 2-3 and listed in Table 2-8.

The ITEM NO. column indicates the number used to identify items in Figure 2-3.

FIGURE 23. VULCAN STANDARD COMPONENTS

910

11 12

TABLE 28. VULCAN STANDARD COMPONENTS

ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

1Vulcan Night Vision Riescope

A night vision device equipped with quick-release mount; can be installed on a Picat-

inny/ Weaver rail.

2Lens Cap

A cap used to protect the lens and to be used when testing the unit in daylight.

3Eye-cup

A rubber cup used to protect the eyepiece as well as provide comfort for the operator.

4Double Lever-Lock Quick Release Picatinny Mount

A quick-release mount used to install the Vulcan on a Picatinny/ Weaver rail.

52X Afocal Lens

QuicklyconvertstheVulcanintoalong-rangenightvisionscope.

6Advanced Wireless Remote Control

Wireless control used to operate the Vulcan in short-time activation mode. Ensures

quick and silent Vulcan activation/ deactivation. Delivered with two CR2016 (3V) bat-

teries installed.

7Picatinny Adaptor for Advanced Wireless Remote Control

An adaptor mounted to the Picatinny rail of a weapon. Allows the Advanced Wireless

Remote Control to be installed on the weapon.

8IR850 Detachable Long Range Infrared Illuminator

Long-range infrared illuminator equipped with a Weaver mount. Should be used when

there is little to no ambient light.

9CR123 Battery

A single lithium battery used to power the Vulcan. A single lithium battery used to

power the IR850.

ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

10 Special Wrench

An instrument used for repositioning the battery adapter in the Vulcan battery cap,

depending on the battery being installed.

11 Carrying Case

A protective case used for storing and carrying of the Vulcan and its accessories.

12 Operation and Maintenance Manual

Provides safety information, equipment description, mounting procedures, operat-

ing instructions, and preventive maintenance checks and services (including a List of

Spare Parts).

2.4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Optional items are shown in Figure 2-4 and listed in Table 2-9.

The PART NO. column indicates the primary number used by the manufacturer to identify an item.

FIGURE 24. VULCAN OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

TABLE 29. VULCAN OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO.

1Hard Shipping/Storage Case

A protective case used for shipping/storage of the Vulcan and its

accessories.

ANHC000004

TABLE 28. CONTINUED

2.5 KEY FEATURES

Available in a variety of high-performing Gen 2+ and Gen 3 image intensier tube options

–

Shock protected, all-glass IR transmission multicoated optics

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Illuminated reticle with brightness adjustment

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Controls and adjustments are simple and easy to operate

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Equipped with wireless remote control

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Automatic brightness control

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Manual gain control for the best possible image contrast in both high and low light condi-

–

tions

Bright light cut-o system

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Bright light cut-o and low battery indication appear in the viewing area of the Vulcan

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Mounts to standard Picatinny/ Weaver rail with a quick release mount

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Detachable long-range IR850 illuminator

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Waterproof design

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Filled with dry nitrogen to prevent internal fogging

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Mil Standard compliant

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Limited two-year warranty

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2.6 SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

The Vulcan requires some ambient light (moonlight, starlight, etc.) to operate. Factors that can reduce

naturalnightlightandnegativelyaecttheeciencyandoperationoftheVulcaninclude:rain,fog,

sleet, snow, and smoke; passing cloud cover and objects that produce shadows; and low-contrast envi-

ronments, such as snow-covered territory, sandy deserts, large bodies of water or grassy hills.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3.1 INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING

CAUTION:

In order to protect the intensier tube, always keep the protective lens cap securely tted over

the lens if the sight is not in use or you are operating the device in daylight.

3.1.1 VULCAN BATTERY INSTALLATION

CAUTION:

Before installing a battery, verify that the device is OFF.

To install the battery, do following (refer to Figure 3-1):

1. Unscrew the battery cap (A) and check the position of the battery adapter (B). See Figure 3-2 for the

correct positioning of the threaded battery adapter, which changes depending on the battery being

installed.

2. Ifnecessary,usethespecialwrenchtochangethebatteryadapter’spositioninthecap.

3. Install the battery (C) into the battery compartment (D). Follow the battery symbol (E).

4. Replace the battery cap (A).

FIGURE 31. VULCAN BATTERY INSTALLATION

3.1.2 IR850 BATTERY INSTALLATION

CAUTION:

Before installing a battery, verify that the device is OFF.

Install the CR123A battery as follows (refer to Figure 3-3):

1. Unscrew the battery cap (A).

3. Install the battery (B) into the battery compartment. Align the plus sign on the battery with the plus

sign on the cap face.

4. Replace the battery cap (A).

3.1.3 INSTALLING THE VULCAN ON A WEAPON

WARNING:

When installing the equipment on a weapon, verify that the weapon is clear and that the safety

is on before proceeding.

To install the Vulcan on a Picatinny/ Weaver rail, perform the following:

1. Unlock the clamping device of the Vulcan mount by pushing down on the lever holders (A, see Fig-

ure 3-4) and unlocking the levers (B).

2. Install the Vulcan on the Picatinny/ Weaver rail so that the stops (A, see Figure 3-5) slide into the

transverse slots on the rail.

BATTERY CAP

FIGURE 32. BATTERY ADAPTER POSITIONS IN THE BATTERY CAP

CR123A

BATTERY ADAPTER

BATTERY CAP

BATTERY ADAPTER

FIGURE 33. IR850. BATTERY INSTALLATION

3. Ax the Vulcan to the rail by locking the levers (B, Figure 3-4).

4. Verify that the clamping device is rmly holding the Vulcan. If necessary, adjust the clamping de-

vice’slever-camlocksasdetailedinPart3.1.4(ClampingDeviceAdjustment).

3.1.4 CLAMPING DEVICE ADJUSTMENT

Toadjustthemount’sclampingdevice,dothefollowing:

1. Remove the Vulcan from the weapon.

FIGURE 36. CLAMPING DEVICE ADJUSTMENT

2. With the clamping device unlocked (as shown in Figure 3-6), push the cam (B) towards the arrow,

which will cause the nut (A) to slide out of its hole.

LOCKED

POSITION

FIGURE 34. VULCAN MOUNT. TOP VIEW

UNLOCK

POSITION

FIGURE 35. VULCAN MOUNT. UNDERSIDE VIEW

UNLOCK

POSITION

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