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Amcrest AMSS60-G 20-60x60 Spotting Scope

User Manual

Version 1.0.0.

Revised September 7th, 2018

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Contents Welcome ....................................................................................................................................................... 3

1 Overview ............................................................................................................................................... 3

1.1 Spotting Scope Features ............................................................................................................... 3

1.2. Assembly ............................................................................................................................................ 3

1.2.1. Before You Start .......................................................................................................................... 3

1.3. Basic Use ............................................................................................................................................ 4

1.3.1. Adjusting Magnification .............................................................................................................. 4

1.3.2. Using the Sunshade ..................................................................................................................... 4

1.3.3. Adjusting the Focus ..................................................................................................................... 4

1.3.4. Instructions for Care ................................................................................................................... 5

1.4. Porro Prisms ....................................................................................................................................... 5

1.4. Technical Specifications ..................................................................................................................... 5

2 Digiscoping ................................................................................................................................................ 6

2.1. Universal Phone Adapters .................................................................................................................. 6

2.1.1. Installing a Universal Phone Adapter .......................................................................................... 6

Appendix A: Toxic or Hazardous Materials or Elements ............................................................................... 8

References and Contact Information ............................................................................................................ 9

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Welcome Thank you for purchasing an Amcrest Spotting Scope!

Whether your interest is in sports, bird watching, nature, wildlife, hunting, or other activities these

spotting scopes offer the finest optical quality to fit your needs.

1Overview

1.1 Spotting Scope Features

This spotting scope features the following items:

1.2. Assembly

Your Amcrest spotting scope will come equipped with the following items: A tripod, a protective carrying

case, a phone adapter for digiscoping, and a lens cleansing cloth. For best results it is recommended to

maintain your spotting scope and ensure the objective lens is free from debris or obstructions.

1.2.1. Before You Start

Remove the scope from its protective case and attach it to your tripod. To attach the scope to your

tripod, connect the threaded hole on the tripod adapter of the scope to the locking screw located on the

tripod. Turn the locking screw in a clockwise motion until the scope is secure. For best results, using the

spotting scope on a solid tripod is recommended to be able to see sharp and steady views as well as

provide more accurate target acquisition.

Note: Make sure your scope is secure to the tripod and remove the lens cap prior to acquiring a target.

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1.3. Basic Use

When the scope has been secured to the tripod you can begin using the scope. On the tripod you will

notice an extended lever. This lever is used to lock and unlock the movement of the scope while it is

begin used on the tripod. To unlock and begin adjusting your scope, turn the lever counter-clockwise to

loosen and then fix your scope onto your target. Once your target is acquired, turn the lever clockwise

to tighten the scope and tripod into place. This will secure and lock the scope in the direction of the

target.

1.3.1. Adjusting Magnification

This scope allows you to magnify a target up to 60x.

To adjust the magnification on your scope, rotate the

zoom ring to change the magnification level of the

spotting scope. The scope ranges from 20x 60x

magnification. When proper magnification has been

reached, refocus the image as needed. As a rule of

thumb, the brightest and widest field of view will always be the view that requires the lowest

magnification.

1.3.2. Using the SunshadeIf there is too much stray light in your field of view the scope has a built-in

sunshade. The sunshade for the scope is an extendable ring located at the front of the scope by the

objective lens. To operate, move the sunshade forward to extend it.

To retract the sunshade, move the sunshade back to its original position. You can adjust the sunshade in

accordance with the amount of light that is begin produced at the time of target acquisition.

Note: Never look directly at the sun with the naked eye or with your spotting scope. Permanent eye

damage may result.

1.3.3. Adjusting the Focus

To focus your spotting scope, slowly rotate the focus knob until

the image in the eye piece is clear and sharp. Refocusing is

usually required if the magnification is changed. If you feel the

focus knob no longer moves any further in either direction,

then you have reached the end of the focus range. When the

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focus knob has reached its limit, do not try to force it to go any further. Instead, it is recommended to

refocus the spotting scope by turning the focus knob in the opposite direction. Once an image is in

focus, turn the knob clockwise to focus on a closer object and counterclockwise for more distant

objects.

1.3.4. Instructions for Care Maintaining your scope is good practice to help ensure the effectiveness of your experience. For more

information on how to best care for your scope refer to the helpful tips below:

1. When wiping the lenses, use the lens cloth that was included with your scope. If the cloth

becomes unusable you can use a soft, lint less cloth in its place.

2. To remove any remaining dirt or smudges from the objective lens, you can add one or two drops

of isopropyl alcohol to the cloth.

3. Keep the lens cover that was provided with your scope on the objective lens when not in use.

4. The scope is quite durable however to avoid damage, make sure to use the protective carrying

case when the scope is not being used.

1.4. Porro Prisms

This scope features a built-in BK-4 Porro prism for optimal coverage. Porro prisms incorporate an optical

path that directs light in a Z or zig zag-like pattern as represented in the diagram below

In a nutshell, light is directed through the reflective Porro prism system in a Z pattern with four

reflections to bring the image upright and forward to reach your eye. This creates a stereoscopic image

where you have a 3D-like, rich depth of field.

1.4. Technical Specifications

Model: A20-06

Magnification Factor 20-60x

Objective Size 60.0mm

Focal Length 480mm

Exit Pupil 3.2-1.1mm

Eye Relief 17-13.5mm

Field of View @1000m 36-19

Twilinght Factor 30

Coating Full Multi-Coating

Prism Glass Type BK7 Porro

Prism Coating FMC

Tripod Yes

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2 Digiscoping

What is Digiscoping?

Digiscoping is the practice of shooting digital photos or videos through a spotting scope. The spotting

scope magnifies the target image for the camera, just as it magnifies the target image during visual use.

This scope allows for the use of digiscoping through the utilization of a universal phone adapter.

2.1. Universal Phone Adapters

The Amcrest 20-60x60 spotting scope can fit any smartphone universal phone adapter. If you have a

universal phone adapter and would like to install it on your spotting scope, please follow the instruction

set listed below.

2.1.1. Installing a Universal Phone Adapter

On the phone adapter you will notice three adjustable dials; Dial 1 will represent the holder, Dial 2 will

represent the eye piece adjustment, and Dial 3 will represent.

Placing Your Mobile Device in the Holder.

To begin, turn Dial 1 (located on the side of the mobile phone adapter mount) to extend the width of

the holder.

1. Place your phone or mobile device into the holder making sure not to impede any functional

keys in the process.

2. Adjust Dial 1 according to the size of your phone on the holder and turn the dial clockwise to

secure the phone to the holder.

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Adjust the Mobile Device Height into Position

1. Turn Dial 2 located on the top of the mobile device mount and extend the diameter of Holder 2.

Try it on the eyepiece of your spotting scope, but do not secure it.

2. Loosen Dial 3 on the back of the mobile device adapter mount and adjust your phone up and

down or left and right until the lens of your phones camera is facing the center of Holder 2.

Note: This is to ensure the pictures are at the center of your phone screen.

3. Tighten Dial 3 to fix the position. Make sure not to overtighten it; prepare for later adjustment.

Use for Digiscoping

1. Insert the eyepiece of the spotting scope into Holder 2 and turn Dial 2 to fix the phone adapter

to the eyepiece. Make sure not to overtighten the adapter to the eyepiece.

2. Once the phone adapter is secure to the spotting scope, turn your phone camera on. You can

adjust your phone camera until you find the most accurate position.

3. When adjustment is complete, turn Dial 3 to the phone camera into position.

4. Adjust the focus knob of the spotting scope to fixate the scope on the target. When a clear shot

is acquired, you can use your mobile device to take pictures/video of the object.

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Appendix A: Toxic or Hazardous Materials or Elements

Component

Name

Toxic or Hazardous Materials or Elements

Pb Hg Cd Cr VI PBB PBDE

Sheet

Metal(Case)

Plastic Parts

Panel

Circuit Board

Fastener

Wire and

Cable/Ac

Adapter

Packing

Material

Accessories

O: Indicates that the concentration of the hazardous substance in all homogeneous materials in

the parts is below the relevant threshold of the SJ/T11363-2006 standard.

X: Indicates that the concentration of the hazardous substance of at least one of all homogeneous

materials in the parts is above the relevant threshold of the SJ/T11363-2006 standard. During the

environmental-friendly use period (EFUP) period, the toxic or hazardous substance or elements

contained in products will not leak or mutate so that the use of these (substances or elements) will

not result in any severe environmental pollution, any bodily injury or damage to any assets. The

consumer is not authorized to process such kind of substances or elements, please return to the

corresponding local authorities to process according to your local government statutes.

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Note:

This user manual is for reference only. Slight differences may be found in the user

interface.

All the designs and software here are subject to change without prior written notice.

All trademarks and registered trademarks mentioned are the properties of their

respective owners.

References and Contact Information

To contact Amcrest support, please do one of the following:

Visit http://amcrest.com/contacts and use the email form

Call Amcrest Sup

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