BARSKA BC328 Spotter DFS Spotting Scope Instruction Manual
- June 14, 2024
- BARSKA
Table of Contents
BARSKA BC328 Spotter DFS Spotting Scope
Product Information
- Product Name: DFS Spotting Scope
- Model Number: BC328
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty (for original purchaser, within the United States of America and Canada)
Components
- Eye Cup: Designed for comfort and to exclude extraneous external light
- Focusing Dial: Used to focus on an object
- Zoom Dial: Adjusts the magnification power of the spotting scope
- Tripod Adaptor: Allows mounting of the spotting scope onto a tripod or handle
- Objective Lens: The lens through which the object is viewed
Caution
WARNING: Looking directly at the sun or any light source with this optical device can cause permanent eye damage.
Product Usage Instructions
Focusing
- Look at an object through the spotter.
- Focus on the object by turning the focusing dial clockwise or counterclockwise until the image is sharp and clear.
- Refocus when needed.
Zooming
You can increase or decrease the magnification power of the spotting scope by turning the zoom dial clockwise or counterclockwise. Adjust the tripod as needed.
Mounting
Screw the handle or tripod onto the spotter’s tripod adapter. Turn the tripod’s/handle dial clockwise to tighten it into place. Alternatively, you can screw the handle onto the spotter’s tripod adapter and then screw the tripod onto the handle.
Care and Cleaning
- Keep the lens covers on the lenses when the spotting scope is not in use.
- Store the spotting scope in a cool, dry place away from moisture.
- When cleaning the lens, wipe it with the original cleaning cloth or optical tissue.
- To remove dirt or fingerprints, add one or two drops of isopropyl alcohol to the cloth and gently clean the surface of the lens.
- Always handle the spotting scope with care and avoid dropping it to prevent damage.
For additional and updated information, please visit our website at www.barska.com. If you need to return the product for warranty service, please email info@barska.com or call 1-888-666-6769 to obtain a Return Merchandise Number (RMA#) before proceeding. Include your complete details, purchase receipt, a brief explanation of the defect, and a Check/Money Order of $25.00 to cover inspection, shipping, and handling with the returned product. Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery.
CAUTION : DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE SUN VIEWING THE SUN OR ANY LIGHT SOURCE WITH THIS OPTICAL DEVICE CAN CAUSE PERMANENT EYE DAMAGE. Focusing
- Look at an object through the spotter.
- Focus on the object by turning the focusing dial clockwise or counter clockwise until the image is sharp and clear (see ex. A)
- Refocus when needed
Zoom
You can increase or decrease the magnification power of the spotting scope by turning the zoom dial clockwise or counter clockwise. Focus the tripod as needed
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Eye Cup
The eye cup is designed for your comfort and to exclude extraneous external light. -
Mount
Your spotter DFS has bee equipped with a tripod and a handle. Screw the handle or tripod onto the spotter’s tripod adapter. Turn the tripod’s/handle dial clockwise. Make sure you tighten into place. You can also screw the handle onto the spotter’s tripod adapter and then screw the tripod on the handle. (see ex. B)
Care and Cleaning
- Keep the lens covers on the lenses when the spotting scope is not in use.
- Store in a cool, dry place and unexposed to moisture.
- When cleaning lens, wipe the lens with the original cleaning cloth or optical tissue.
- To remove any dirt or fingerprints add one or two drops of isopropyl alcohol to the cloth and gently clean the surface of the lens.
- Always handle scope with care and avoid dropping as they may get damaged.
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
SPOTTING SCOPES
- BARSKA® Optics, as manufacturer, warrants this new precision optical product to be free of original defects in materials and/or workmanship for the length of time specified by this warranty. This warranty does not include damage caused by abuse, improper handling, installation, maintenance, normal wear-and-tear, unauthorized repairs or modifications and tampering in anyway.
- This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and is not transferable.
- This warranty applies only to products purchased in the United States of America and Canada.
- In the event of a defect within 30 days, the consumer must return the defective unit to the BARSKA dealer (the place of purchase) at his/her own expense.
- Beyond 30 days, BARSKA products should be sent to the following address for warranty repairs. Products must be packed carefully and sturdily to prevent damage in transit, and returned freight prepaid to:
- BARSKA® OPTICS
- Repair Department
- 855 Towne Center Drive
- Pomona, CA 91767
- For additional and updated information please visit our website at www.barska.com Please email info@barska.com or call 1-888-666-6769 for ReturnS Merchandise Number (RMA#) before any returns.
NOTE : All merchandise received without a valid RMA # will be returned to shipper at his/her own expense.
Please include all of the following when returning BARSKA products for service and/or replacement:
- Please write your complete details (Name, Address, Telephone #, E-mail address, RMA#, etc.)
- Purchase receipt or Proof of Purchase. (Original/Copy)
- A brief explanation of the defect.
- A Check/Money Order of $25.00 to cover inspection, shipping and handling.
*Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery.
This product will either be replaced or repaired at the discretion of the warrantor. If it’s a discontinued item, we will replace the product with an equivalent product. Should the repair not be covered by this warranty, an estimate will be sent for your approval. Non-warranty repairs or refurbishing of your optical products are always provided at a reasonable cost. BARSKA® Optics shall not be liable for any consequential, incidental and/or contingent damages whatsoever. We will not pay shipping, insurance or transportation charges from you to us, or any import fees, duties and or taxes. This warranty supersedes all previous BARSKA® Optics warranties.
References
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