Nikon PROSTAFF P3 Binoculars
Instruction Manual
Precautions
Please also review the binocular general instructions included in the product package for important precautions, including safety and operating precautions.
Nomenclature
Please refer to the numbered images on page 3.
Items Supplied:
- Binoculars ×1
- Eyepiece cap ×1
- Objective lens caps ×2
- Soft case ×1
- Neck strap ×1
Key Components:
- Eyecup
- Neck strap eyelet
- Focusing ring
- Objective lens
- Interpupillary distance
- Dioptre adjustment ring
- Dioptre index
- 0 (zero) dioptre position
- Central shaft
Eyecups
For directions in which to turn the eyecups, please refer to the image on page 3.
- For eyeglass wearers, use fully retracted. To accurately adjust your view, you can also use either of the two click stops before reaching the fully retracted position.
- For non-eyeglass wearers, use fully extended. To accurately adjust your eye position, you can also use either of the two click stops before reaching the fully extended position.
Neckstrap and caps during observation
Please refer to images A, B and C on page 3.
Neck Strap
Attach the neckstrap as illustrated (A), paying special attention to avoid twisting the strap.
Objective lens caps
You may wish to hang the objective lens caps from the neckstrap during observation to avoid losing them (B).
Eyepiece cap
There are two ways you can position the eyepiece cap as you observe your subject:
- Remove the eyepiece cap from the eyepieces and allow it to hang from the neckstrap.
- Remove the eyepiece cap from the eyepieces, then detach the right strap from the cap and allow it to hang from the left neckstrap (B).
To attach/detach caps from the neckstrap as shown in image (C) in the following order:
- Attaching: c → b → a
- Detaching: a → b → c
Specifications
Model | 8×30 | 10×30 | 8×42 | 10×42 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Magnification (x) | 8 | 10 | 8 | 10 |
Effective diameter of objective lens (mm) | 30 | 30 | 42 | 42 |
Angular field of view (real) (°) | 8.7 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7 |
Angular field of view (apparent) (°)*1 | 62.6 | 59.9 | 53.4 | 62.9 |
Field of view at 1,000m/yds. (m/ft.) | 152/456 | 115/346 | 126/377 | 122/367 |
Exit pupil (mm) | 3.8 | 3.0 | 5.3 | 4.2 |
Brightness | 14.4 | 9.0 | 28.1 | 17.6 |
Eye relief (mm) | 15.4 | 15.4 | 20.2 | 15.7 |
Close focusing distance, approx. (m/ft.) | 2.5/8.2 | 2.5/8.2 | 3.0/9.8 | 3.0/9.8 |
Length (mm/in.) | 125/4.9 | 125/4.9 | 152/6.0 | 150/5.9 |
Width (mm/in.) | 130/5.1 | 130/5.1 | 130/5.1 | 130/5.1 |
Depth (mm/in.) | 52/2.0 | 52/2.0 | 54/2.1 | 54/2.1 |
Weight (g/oz.) | 475/16.8 | 465/16.4 | 575/20.3 | 585/20.6 |
Interpupillary distance adjustment (mm/in.) | 56-72/2.2-2.8 | 56-72/2.2-2.8 | 56-72/2.2-2.8 | 56-72/2.2-2.8 |
Waterproof structure | Waterproof (up to 1m/3.3 ft. for 10 minutes)*2, fogproof |
*1 Apparent field of view is calculated based on the ISO14132-1:2002 standard
*2 Not designed for underwater usage
About waterproof and defogging
- All models shown are waterproof, and will suffer no damage to the optical system if submerged or dropped in water to a maximum depth of 1 m (3.3 ft) for up to 10 minutes.
- Can be used in conditions of high humidity, dust and rain without risk of damage.
- Nitrogen-filled design makes them resistant to condensation and mold.
Observe the following when using these products:
- The binoculars cannot be used underwater. Also, do not subject it to strong water pressure such as from running water.
- Any moisture should be wiped off before adjusting movable parts (focusing knob, eyepiece, etc.) of these products to prevent damage and for safety reasons.
To keep your binoculars in excellent condition, regular servicing by authorized dealer is recommended.
Cleaning lens
When cleaning the binoculars' objective lenses using an aerosol-type dust cleaner, make sure to hold the can upright at least 30 cm (11.8 in.) from the lens surface while moving the can to avoid focusing the vaporized liquid gas on one point.
About the manual
- No part of the manual may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon's prior written permission.
- Illustrations shown in this manual may differ from the actual product.
- Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain.
- The appearance, specifications, and capabilities of this product are subject to change without notice.
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