Nikon 10×30 Monarch HG Binocular Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Nikon
Table of Contents
Nikon 10×30 Monarch HG Binocular
PARTS NAMES
- Eyecup
- Neck strap eyelet
- focusing ring
- Objective lens
- Interpupillary distance
- Diopter ring
- Diopter index
- (zero) diopter position
- Central shaft
ITEMS SUPPLIED
- Binoculars: ×1
- Eyepiece cap: ×1
- Objective lens cap: ×2
- Objective rubber ring:×2
- Case: ×1
- Neck strap: ×1
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.
Diopter and diopter lock mechanism
- When using 8×30/10×30, rotate the eyecup as illustrated in (A) to extend it. When using 8×42/10×42, proceed to “2.”.
- Pull up the diopter ring as illustrated in (B) to unlock it. Adjust the diopter by rotating it clockwise or counterclockwise (C).
- After adjusting the diopter on the right side, pull down the diopter ring as illustrated in (D) to lock it.
Neckstrap and caps during observation
Neck Strap
Attach the neckstrap as illustrated in (E), paying special attention to avoid
twisting the strap.
Flipdown objective lens caps
Attach the objective lens caps as illustrated in (F), making sure the cap part
hinges open downward from the binocular tube when folded open. (correctly
attached when supplied).
Eyepiece cap
Remove the eyepiece cap from the eyepieces, then allow the cap to hang from the left neckstrap as illustrated in (G).
Objective rubber ring
You can insert your fingers into the notches to remove the objective lens caps, and attach the objective rubber rings as replacement parts (H). If you store the binoculars in the case with the objective rubber rings attached, dirt or dust may adhere to the objective lens.
Specifications
Type: Dach prism central focusing type
Model| 8×30| 10×30| 8×42| 10×42
Magnification (×)| 8| 10| 8| 10
Effective diameter of objective lens (mm)| 30| 30| 42| 42
Angular field of view (real) (˚)| 8.3| 6.9| 8.3| 6.9
Angular field of view (apparent) (˚)*| 60.3| 62.2| 60.3| 62.2
Field of view at 1,000m/yd. (m/ft)| 145/435| 121/362| 145/435| 121/362
Exit pupil (mm)| 3.8| 3.0| 5.3| 4.2
Brightness| 14.4| 9.0| 28.1| 17.6
Eye relief (mm)| 16.2| 15.2| 17.8| 17.0
Close focusing distance (m/ft)| 2/6.6| 2/6.6| 2/6.6| 2/6.6
Length (mm/in.)| 119/4.7| 119/4.7| 145/5.7| 145/5.7
Width (mm/in.)| 126/5.0| 126/5.0| 131/5.2| 131/5.2
Depth (mm/in.)| 47/1.9| 47/1.9| 56/2.2| 56/2.2
Weight (g/oz.)| 450/15.9| 450/15.9| 665/23.5| 680/24.0
Interpupillary distance adjustment (mm/in.)| 56-74
2.2-2.9
| 56-74
2.2-2.9
| 56-74
2.2-2.9
| 56-74
2.2-2.9
Structure| Waterproof (up to 5 m (16.4 ft) for 10 minutes) and nitrogen gas filled
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 5 m (16.4 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 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.
- Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
- 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.
Notice for customers in the State of California
WARNING: This product contains chemicals including Lead which is known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. For more information go to www.
P65Warnings.ca.gov.