ENG Instructions
Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The Canon 10x32 IS (10x), 12x32 IS (12x), and 14x32 IS (14x) prism binoculars are equipped with a lens-shift type Image Stabilizer. Before using the binoculars, read this instruction booklet to familiarize yourself with the proper operation. Also, please keep this instruction booklet in a safe place so that you can refer to it at anytime. zz “IS” stands for Image Stabilizer. Symbols Warning to prevent malfunction or damage to the binoculars.
Precautions for Use (Please be sure to read before use) zz Please be sure to read this section carefully beforehand in order to use your binoculars correctly and safely. zz The following precautions are designed so that you will use your binoculars safely. Please be sure to read and follow them in order to prevent injury to you or others as well as damage to them. Warning (regarding the binoculars) Details pertaining to risks that may result in death or serious injury.
Precautions for Use (Please be sure to read before use) Caution (regarding the binoculars) Details pertaining to risks that may result in damage to property. zz Binoculars are precision instruments. Do not drop them or subject them to shock. Never attempt to disassemble them. zz Do not place these binoculars underwater. Also, avoid exposing the binoculars to rain or water spray. zz Do not store the binoculars in a car or similar location under direct sunlight.
Precautions for Use (Please be sure to read before use) Caution (regarding the batteries) Details pertaining to risks that may result in injury. zz In the event that liquid from the inside of the battery leaks out and contacts your skin, be sure to wash the liquid off thoroughly. Also, do not rub your eyes or mouth using any hand that made contact with liquid from the battery. Caution (regarding the batteries) Details pertaining to risks that may result in damage to property.
Nomenclature (The 14x32 IS is shown in the illustrations.
Using the Lens Caps Attaching Eyepiece Lens Caps zz Attach them over the eyecups. Installing the Strap 1 Fasten the strap. zz Make sure that there is no slack and the strap does not loosen at the clasp when you pull it. the objective lens caps. 2 zConnect z Install the string included in the package to the eyepiece lens cap (1) and then attach the string to the strap (2).
Loading the Batteries 1 Open the cover. zz Open the battery chamber cover. the battery. 2 zInsert z Load the two batteries in the correct + and – orientation as shown in the illustration on the battery chamber cover. Once the batteries have been placed inside, firmly close the battery chamber cover. that the lamp lights. 3 zCheck z Press the Image Stabilizer button or POWERD IS button and check that the lamp lights (please continue to hold the button for more than one second).
Before You Start 1 Adjust the eyecup position. zz When using the binoculars while wearing eyeglasses, turn the eyecups to adjust the height for easy viewing. the width of the 2 Adjust binoculars. zz Look through the binoculars and adjust the angle of the eyepieces until the left and right images converge. zzDoing the above minimizes eye fatigue during viewing. zzWhen adjusting the width of the binoculars to suit the width between your eyes, look at a distant object. the diopter.
Using the Image Stabilizer When you look through the binoculars, the image may be shaking and difficult to see since your hands are holding the binoculars. In such a case, the Image Stabilizer can help steady the image. zzThe binoculars feature a general IS, which provides image stabilization when looking at a wide area, and a POWERD IS, which is especially effective when continuously aiming the binoculars at one point.
Using the Image Stabilizer (2) Holding down the button zzStarting and stopping Image Stabilizer operation • The general IS will operate while holding down the Image Stabilizer button (1). Similarly, the POWERD IS will operate while holding down the POWERD IS button (2). • IS operation will stop once you let go of the button.
Using the Case zz Place the binoculars in the case while allowing the strap to extend outside the case. zz Close the zipper to where the strap extends from the case and then close the case flap.
Troubleshooting If there is a problem with the binoculars, first refer to the table below to see if you can resolve it. If the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center. Problem The image is not clear. The Image Stabilizer does not operate. When the Image Stabilizer is on, the binoculars make an unusual sound when shaken deeply. Probable Cause Corrective Measures The lens is dirty. Use a blower brush to remove dust, etc., from the lens surface.
Major Specifications 10x32 IS 12x32 IS Type Magnification Objective lens effective diameter Real field of view Apparent field of view (Calculated based on ISO 14132-1:2002) Field of view at 1000 m / yds Exit pupil diameter Eye relief 14x32 IS Prism binoculars 10x 12x 14x 32 mm 6° 5° 4.3° 55.5° 55.3° 105 m / 344 ft 87 m / 285 ft 75 m / 246 ft 3.2 mm 2.7 mm 2.3 mm 14.5 mm Focusing distance range Approx. 2 m (6.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipmet.
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