SM18015
SM18016
SM18017
SM18018
Photon RT Digital Night Vision Riescope
USER MANUALUSER MANUAL
Sightmark oers a wide range of products that include red dot scopes, reex sights,
rangenders, riescopes, laser sights, night vision, binoculars and award-winning ashlights
and boresights. Sightmark products are inspired by military and law enforcement
applications. All products are designed to be the most eective weapon accessories possible.
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Photon RT digital riescopes are designed for the use in the twilight and nighttime. The rie-
scope is equipped with an electronic reticle featuring a number of shape and colour options.
The riescopes can be mounted using regular mounting brackets for day sights. The riescope
has a built-in LED IR Illuminator with a wavelength of 850nm (visible range) or 940nm (invis-
ible range) used for operation in total darkness. Photon RT digital riescopes are designed for
hunting, sports shooting, security, general observation.
ABOUT
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SM18015 SM18016 SM18017 SM18018
Sensor resolution, pixels 768x576 768x576 768x576 768x576
Display type LCD LCD LCD LCD
Display Resolution, pix. 640x480 640x480 640x480 640x480
Magnication 4.5 / 9 4.5 / 9 6 / 12 6 / 12
Lens diameter, mm 42 42 50 50
Digital zoom 2x 2x 2x 2x
Field of View, ft@100yd 22.5 22.5 18 18
Eye Relief, mm 2.76 / 70 2.76 / 70 2.76 / 70 2.76 / 70
Resolution, lines per mm 40 40 40 40
IR Emitter LED LED LED LED
IR Wavelength, nm 850 940 850 940
Equivalent IR Power, mW 200 100 200 100
Range of detection, yd/m 220 / 200 150 / 140 300 / 280 200 / 180
Battery type 4xAA 4xAA 4xAA 4xAA
Battery Life (with IR), hour 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5
Windage & Elevation, 1 click = Mil .1 .1 .1 .1
Tube diameter 30mm 30mm 30mm 30mm
Length, in/mm 16.57 / 421 16.57 / 421 18 / 458 18 / 458
Width, in/mm 3.93 / 100 3.93 / 100 3.93 / 100 3.93 / 100
Height, in/mm 3.62 / 92 3.62 / 92 3.62 / 92 3.62 / 92
Weight (with batteries), oz 30.7 30.7 32.8 32.8
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIAGRAM
1. Objective lens
2. Flip-up lens cover
3. Control knob
4. On/o button
5. Diopter adjustment
6. Lens focus ring
7. Accessory weaver rail
8. USB port
9. Built-in microphone
10. Battery container
11. Record button
12. IR illuminator lock ring
13. IR adjustable focus
14. Mounting tube
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INCLUDED ACCESSORIES:
• Carrying case
• User manual
• USB cable
• Spare battery container
• Battery container pouch
• Lens cloth
FEATURES:
Wi remote view via Pulsar Stream Vision
• Built-in video/sound recording
• 2x digital zoom
• 6 reticle options with 4 colors
• Power input
• One shot zero
• Built-in LED IR illuminator
• Resistant to bright light exposure
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
The Sightmark Photon RT uses four AA batteries. It is recommended to use batteries of the same type and same
charge for best performance. It is safe to use rechargeable batteries with the Photon RT.
To install the batteries:
1. Turn the knob on the cover of the battery container (10) 90 counterclockwise to the open position.
2. Pull out the battery container using the lug on the bottom left of the cover.
3. Insert the batteries into the battery container. Make note that the battery polarity matches the positive and
negative symbol marked on the walls of the container.
4. Insert the battery container back into the battery compartment. Make sure the container is inserted properly so
that the container’s contacts match up with the contacts inside the battery compartment.
5. Turn the knob on the battery container 90 clockwise to lock it in place.
Note: the battery charge icon on the display will show current charge level of the batteries. When the batteries are near depletion the battery indicator
light will turn red and ash.
Warning! Remove the battery container from the device during storage and transportation. To prevent short circuit and overheating, store and carry
the battery container in the supplied pouch. Not following this safety procedure can cause batteries to quickly lose charge and possibly overhea
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potentially damaging the product, and any personal items stored with the battery container.
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EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY
The Sightmark Photon RT can be powered by an external power supply such as a 5V power bank or even your
personal computer.
To connect the Photon RT to external power:
1. Connect the provided microUSB cable to the USB port (8) on the riescope.
2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to a power bank or PC.
3. On the riescope’s display two icons will appear, plug icon (power) and computer icon (storage device). Select
the plug icon by rotating and pressing the controller to select.
4. The battery icon on the display will switch to the plug icon. The riescope is now operating using the external
power only.
Note: When AA batteries are in the unit and an external power source is used, the unit operates on the external power source only. When the unit is
disconnected from a power bank or external power supply, the Photon will automatically switch to internal batteries. When using rechargeable AA
batteries in the Photon RT, plugging the Photon RT into an external power source DOES NOT recharge the batteries in the unit.
MOUNTING
The Sightmark Photon RT riescope requires 30mm scope rings (not included) for mounting. Mount the scope
per the scope ring manufacturer’s instructions. Do not perform a nal tightening of the rings prior to checking
eye relief and reticle alignment. Initially the riescope should still be able to move for and after and rotate when
installed in the rings.
To achieve maximum eye relief:
1. Turn the Photon RT on and focus the image. Set the riescope far forward in the rings and slowly move the
riescope closer to your eye. Stop moving the riescope once a full eld of view is visible.
2. Next rotate the scope to vertically align the crosshair. Use a reticle leveling tool if available.
3. Once alignment is complete, tighten the mounting ring’s screws evenly so the gap is even on both sides of the
scope. Do not over tighten.
Warning! If the riescope is not setup correctly with proper eye relief and is mounted too close to the shooter’s eye, it’s rearward motion due to rearm
recoil may cause injury to the shooter. To zero the scope, see section “One Shot Zeroing.
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ON/OFF ACTIVATION
The Sightmark Photon RT controls are located on top of the unit for easy access.
To power the unit on:
1. Open the lens cover (2) if using at night. If using in daylight, keep cover closed.
2. Locate the on/o button (4) on top of the unit.
3. To turn the unit on, press the on/o button once. The display will turn on after several seconds.
4. To turn the display o, press the on/o button again for one second.
5. The message “Display o will appear on the screen. This mode saves battery life when the riescope is not be-
ing used in the eld, but operation can be started again quickly by briey pressing the on/o button again.
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6. To turn the unit o, press and hold the on/o button for 3 seconds.
DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT
The Sightmark Photon RT’s eyepiece (5) is designed to rotate to adjust for diopter. If the display does not appear
clear, crisp, nor sharp, rotate the eyepiece until the reticle becomes clear and sharp. This adjustment should stay
the same unless the riescope’s operator changes. To adjust the eyepiece:
1. Locate the eyepiece (5) on the back of the unit.
2. While looking through the eyepiece, rotate the eyepiece until the display and its icons are clear and crisp.
FOCUSING
The Sightmark Photon RT’s lens focus ring (6) allows the riescope to deliver a clear, sharp image. Anytime the
viewing distance of a target is changed, generally the image must be refocused. To focus the image:
1.Turn the lens focus ring (6) until the image is focused. Make sure the image is always well focused as this will
prevent eye fatigue.
ADJUSTING DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
The Sightmark Photon RT’s display is equipped with adjustable brightness. This allows the brightness to be cus-
tomized to the user’s preference.
To adjust the display brightness:
1. Locate the controller (3) on top of the unit to control brightness.
2. Rotate the controller clockwise to increase brightness.
3. Rotate the controller counter clockwise to decrease brightness. The brightness level, 0-20, is shown on the
display.
USING THE IR ILLUMINATOR
The Sightmark Photon RT is equipped with a built-in IR illuminator for use in low light conditions or in complete
darkness. The brightness control of the IR illuminator is done by using the controller knob. The IR illuminator is
also equipped with focus beam adjustment. Finally, the IR illuminator can be aligned to center the beam focus to
the Photon RTs eld of view.
To activate the IR illuminator:
1) Turn on the Photon RT.
2) Press the controller (3) to display the quick function system which consists of icons for brightness, IR brightness,
and magnication.
3) Rotate the controller to highlight the IR icon and press the controller to select.
4) To change power level from 1 to 10 rotate the controller.
5) To turn the IR illuminator o, rotate the controller to o. Next a crossed out icon, IR , will appear on the
display.
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Note: the IR illuminator power is not saved in the riescopes memory. Each time the scope is turned o and back on, the IR setting returns to IR1
brightness level. You cannot operate the IR illuminator when in REVIEW mode. When REVIEW mode is activated, the IR illuminator turns o and the IR
icon is not seen on the display. The power level is saved in this circumstance. Upon exiting REVIEW mode, the IR illuminator returns to the last used
power level.
To focus the IR illuminator:
1. Locate the head (13) of the IR illuminator, which serves as the focus adjustment.
2. Rotate the head to change the focus from spot to ood.
To align the IR illuminator:
1. Locate the lock ring (12) located behind the focus head of the IR illuminator.
2. Turn the lock ring 5 to 10 degrees counterclockwise.
3. Next, move the IR illuminator hood vertically and horizontally to align the IR’s beam focus with the center of the
image.
4. Once centered, tighten the lock ring.
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USING DIGITAL ZOOM
The digital zoom function allows you to control the Photons magnication. Each Photon RT model is
equipped with 2x digital zoom. When digital zoom is activated, the full magnication value is shown on the
display.
To activate the zoom function:
1) Press twice on the controller (3) to select the zoom icon.
2) Rotate the controller to cycle between the optical magnication and the 2x zoom. For example, the 4.5x
Photon will change to 9x when the 2x digital zoom is applied. The 6x Photon will change to 12x magnica-
tion when the 2x digital zoom is applied.
Note: digital zoom is not saved in the riescopes memory. Each time the scope is turned o and back on, digital zoom is turned o and the
magnication will be set to the optical magnication (i.e. 4.5x or 6x).
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DISPLAY OFF FUNCTION
This function deactivates the display, which eliminates light exposure caused by the glowing display, but also
saves battery life when the unit is not being used for viewing.
To turn o the display:
1. Press and hold down the on/o button (4) for more than one second.
2. The display will turn o and will show the message “Display O.
3. To turn the display on, briey press the on/o button again.
Note: when the display o function is activated, all controls are inactive except for the on/o button. Remote viewing through Wi-Fi function will
continue to function. Video recording also will continue to record if recording was activated before the display o function was activated. Finally, the
display o function will deactivate if the unit is connected to a PC via the USB port or to an external power supply
USB CONNECTION
The Photon RT can be connected to a PC via the USB port (8). The PC will detect the Photon automatically, no
driver installation is necessary. With the Photon turned on and connected to a PC, the display will show two icons:
plug icon (power) and computer icon (storage device). Rotate the controller to change between the two modes.
Press the controller to select the desired mode.
USB Mass Storage Device
If this option is selected, the unit is detected by the PC as a storage device. The unit switches to USB power and
will not use up the AA batteries. This mode allows the transfer of recording videos and photos from the Photon
RTs memory to the PC. In this mode the unit’s functions are deactivated.
Power
When this option is selected, the PC is used to power the unit. The external power icon appears on the display in
place of the battery charge icon. Typically, this mode is used with a power bank for longer operating times out in
the eld.
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USB Disconnection
When the Photon is selected as a USB mass storage device and the USB cable is disconnected from the PC,
the unit will remain turned o. The Photon must be powered on to continue operation.
When the Photon is in power mode and the USB cable is disconnected from the PC, the unit will turn o.
The unit must be turned back on in order to be detected by the PC.
OPERATING MODES
The Photon RT is equipped with 3 operation modes: video, photo, and review. Video mode allows for video
recording of what is seen on the display. Video mode is the default mode and will be active each time the
unit is turned on. When the Photon is using video mode, the (camcorder) icon is shown on the display.
If sound recording is activated, the (mic) icon is also shown on the display. Photo mode allows for image
capture of what is seen on the display. When the Photon is photo mode, the (camera) icon is shown on
the display. Review mode allows the user to see previously recorded videos or pictures. When in Review
mode the (picture) icon will be shown on the display if a photo is being displayed or the (video) icon
will be shown if a video is being displayed.
In order to switch between modes:
1. Locate the record button (11) on the back of the IR illuminator.
2. Switch between modes by a long press of the record button.
3. The modes will cycle between Video, Photo, and Review.
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Video Mode
Video mode is the default mode each time the Photon is turned on. The (camcorder) icon is shown on the
display to notify the user it is in video mode and will record video. If sound recording is activated the (mic) icon is
also shown on the display. Users can still enter and navigate the menu during recording. You can only stop record-
ing after exiting the menu. Display icons are not recorded.
To start recording:
1. Briey press the record button (11).
2. The Photon will start recording. “REC will be displayed at the top left corner of the display. The record timer will
also start. Elapsed recording time is displayed at the bottom right of the display.
3. To stop recording, press the record button again. The record timer will stop.
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Note: the maximum duration of a recorded le is seven minutes. After this time, a video is recorded in a new le. The number of recorded le is limited
by the capacity of the unit’s internal memory. Approximately 5 hours of video only can be saved on the internal memory.
Photo Mode
Photo mode allows for image capture of what is seen on the display. When the Photon is in photo mode, the
(camera) icon is shown on the display.
To take a photo:
1. Briey press the record button (11).
2. The Photon will save a jpeg image of the current view on the display.
3. The number of available photos left is displayed on the top left of the display.
Note: Sound is not recorded in photos.
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Review Mode
Review mode is designed to playback photo and video les saved on the internal memory. When the Photon is in re-
view mode, the display always shows the last recorded le. When in Review mode the (picture) icon will be shown
on the display if a photo is being displayed and the (video) icon will be shown if a video is being display.
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To navigate les:
1. To navigate to the next le to the left, rotate the controller (3) counterclockwise.
2. To navigate to the next le to the right, rotate the controller clockwise.
To play a video le:
1. When the desired video le is on the display, press the record button (11) to start playing. The video length
countdown timer will start.
2. To pause the video, press the record button again. The pause indicator will appear at the bottom in place of the
play indicator. Also the video length countdown timer will stop.
3. To resume play, press the record button again.
4. To return to the start of the current video le, rotate the controller (3).
5. To review the next le, press the record button.
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MENU
The Photon RT menu system allows access to further features, functions, and customization options. The menu
system consists of the following:
To open the main menu system:
1. Press the controller (3) for 3 seconds. The menu icons will appear on the left of the display.
2. Rotate the controller counter clockwise to move menu selection down or left.
3. Rotate the controller clockwise to move menu selection up or right.
4. To enter the submenu function, briey press the controller.
5. To exit the menu, press the controller for two seconds or wait 10 seconds to exit automatically.
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To delete les:
1. When the desired video le is on the display, press the on/o button (4).
2. The display will show a yes and no option.
3. To select yes, press the controller (3).
4. To select no, press the on/o button (4).
Note: During le review some control functions are not available such as menu, zoom control, and IR illuminator control. If the IR was on, it will turn o when
entering review mode. The IR illuminator power level is saved and will return to the same power upon exiting review mode.
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Wi-Fi setup allows you to set a password for the access point. This password is used to connect an external device
(smartphone for example) to the Photon RT.
To setup Wi password:
1. Enter the submenu by selecting the lock icon, .
2. A password will appear on the display, default password is 12345.
3. Rotate the controller to set your desired password. Clockwise rotation of the controller will increase the value.
Counterclockwise rotation will decrease the value. To switch between digits, briey press the controller.
4. To save the password and exit password submenu, hold down the controller for longer than one second.
Wi-Fi setup also allows users to set access levels. This feature allows users to restrict access to others to only see
video streaming from the device and not have the ability to access the devices functions.
To set access levels:
1. Enter the submenu by selecting the access icon, , with the controller (3).
2. Select access level Owner, or the house icon, . This gives Stream Vision users connected to your device com-
plete access to all the devices functions.
3. Select access level Guest, or the door icon, . This gives Stream Vision users connected to your device access
only to the video stream for remote viewing.
Recording Resolution
The recording resolution of the Photon RT can be changed for video and photos. Lower resolution video and
photos require less memory and will provide longer video record times, or storage of more photos.
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Selection of Reticle Color
Reticles colors can be changed between black, white, red, or green. To change reticle color:
1. Enter the submenu by selecting the reticle color icon, , with the controller (3).
2. Rotate the controller to select the required reticle color: black (B), white (W), red (R), or green (G). Press the control-
ler to conrm your choice.
3. To exit the menu, keep the controller pressed for two seconds or wait 10 seconds to exit automatically.
Note: Reticle color is saved and will be same color next time the unit is turned on.
Wi-Fi Setup
Wi-Fi function allows for external devices such as smartphones to connect to the Photon via the Pulsar Stream Vision
App. By using the Pulsar Stream Vision App, the Photon RT’s features can be controlled through your smart device.
Your smart device can also display live video from your Photon RT. Pulsar Stream Vision app must be downloaded
rst through the Apple® Store or Google® Play Store. Further guidelines on the Stream Vision app are provided in the
individual booklet or on www.pulsarnv.com/streamvision.
To turn on Wi-Fi:
1. Do a short press of the on/o button (4).
2. The Wi icon will appear at the top right of the display. This indicates wi is on.
3. When the icon is not visible on the display, this indicates wi is o.
4. Pressing the on/o button again will turn the wi o.
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3. Rotate the controller to select the desired value. Clockwise rotation will increase the value and counterclockwise
rotation will decrease the value. To move to the next digit, press the controller.
4. To save the date, press and hold down the controller for more than one second. The display will next show time
setup.
5. The time format is display as “format mm/hh” (24 06:51).
6. Rotate the controller to select the required time format – 24/AM/PM. Press the controller to select the desired
time format.
7. To set the hour value, rotate the controller. Clockwise rotation will increase the value and counterclockwise rota-
tion will decrease the value.
8. To set the minute value, press the controller. Rotate the controller to select the minute value.
9. Press and hold down the controller for more than one second to save the time settings and exit the menu.
Sound Record Activation
This menu option allows you to activate/deactivate sound recording. Sound recording is only used in video record
mode.
To turn sound recording on and o:
1. Enter the submenu by selecting the microphone icon, , with the controller (3).
2. Rotate the controller to select yes to turn on sound recording. Select no to turn o sound recording.
3. Press the controller to conrm the selection.
Note: When sound recording is activated, the microphone icon, , will appear on the display. When sound recording is turned o, the crossed out
microphone icon, , will appear on the display. The selection is saved. Next time the unit is turned on, the display will show the last saved setting.
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Video mode available resolution:
• 320x240
• 640x480
Photo mode available resolutions:
• 320x240
• 640x480
• 1280x960
To change resolution:
1. Enter the submenu by selecting the resolution icon, , with the controller (3).
2. The options: 240 (320x240), 480p (640x480), and 960p (1280x960) will be shown on the display.
3. Rotate the controller to the desired resolution and press the controller to conrm the selection.
Note: The resolution is displayed in the REVIEW mode. The resolution selected is also saved. Next time the Photon RT is turned on, the same resolution is
used for recording.
Date and Time Setup
This menu options allows the user to set the current date and time and the time format. The current time setting is
shown on the display. The date will only be shown as a date/time stamp for recorded photos and videos.
To change date and time:
1. Enter the submenu by select the clock icon, , with the controller (3).
2. The date format is displayed as :yyyy/mm/dd (2017/02/12).
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7. Rotate the controller to select the zero icon, , press the controller to start the zeroing process.
8. Next, an auxiliary cross (C) will appear in the center of the display. On the left side of the display X/Y coordinates
will appear. X/Y coordinates indicate the location of the reticle on the display.
9. Keep the cross (C) aimed at the center of the target (original aiming point), rotate the controller to move the
reticle to match the point of impact. To switch between horizontal (windage) and vertical movement (elevation)
push the controller once. Direction for the coordinates switches from left/right arrows (windage) to up/down ar-
rows (elevation).
10. Next, press and hold the controller button to save the reticle adjustment. Message ok” conrms the adjust-
ment has been saved. The reticle will now move to the point of impact.
11. Conrm zero by ring another shot. The reticle and point of impact should now match.
Note: Do note turn o the sight before zero settings are saved. Step 10 above must be performed in order to save the zero adjustment, otherwise your
settings will be lost. Total windage and elevation travel range of the reticle is +/- 50 clicks. Click values are approximately .1 mil or .34 MOA
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Reticle selection
The Photon RT is equipped with 6 reticle options the user can select based on their hunting needs and preference.
To select the reticle:
1. Enter the submenu by selecting the reticle icon, , with the controller (3).
2. Rotate the controller to change the reticle designs shown on the display.
3. Conrm the reticle selection with a short press of the controller.
4. To exit the menu, keep the controller pressed for two seconds or wait 10 seconds to exit automatically.
Note: When using digital zoom, the reticle does not change size. Reticle selection is saved and will be same reticle design next time the unit is turned on.
One Shot Zeroing
The Photon RT is equipped with the one shot” zeroing feature. Zeroing should be done safely on a ring range. It is
recommended to zero the Photon RT in the same operating temperatures. Always use the same ammo manufacturer
and grain, any change in ammo may require the Photon RT be re-zeroed.
To zero:
1. For improved ease of use, mount the rie in a benchrest.
2. Set a target at a distance of 100 yards.
3. Turn on the Photon RT and adjust focus to obtain a clear picture of the target.
4. Aim at the center of the target. Take one shot at the target. Do not move the rie and ensure the sight remains
aimed at the same central point on the target.
5. Examine the target and determine if the aiming point is aligned with the point of impact.
6. To make adjustment, open the menu system by pressing and holding the controller (3).
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MAINTENANCE
Proper maintenance of the Sightmark Photon RT is recommended to ensure longevity. Attempts to disassemble
or repair the riescope will void the warranty. It is recommended that when the riescope becomes dirty that it
is wiped down with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Blow dirt and debris o all optics and then clean lenses with a
lens cleaning cloth. To remove oils or dried water spots, apply a small amount of denatured alcohol to a lens cloth
or cotton swab. Clean the surface of the lens and let dry. Finally use your breath to clean the lens once more. No
further maintenance is required.
WARNING
The Photon RT is a digital night vision riescope, this allows the unit to also be used during the daytime without
damaging the unit. However, it is not recommended to point the Photon RT at bright light sources such as the sun.
Using the unit from cold to warm conditions will cause condensation to form on the lenses. It is recommended to
keep the unit in its carry case for 2 to 3 hours when transitioning from cold to warm temperatures.
WARNING!
• DO NOT submerge the unit into water.
• DO NOT leave the unit in direct sunlight or rain.
• DO NOT expose the unit to high heat as this may damage the unit.
• DO NOT cover the IR heat sink (5). Keep it clean to insure proper performance of the long range IR illuminator.
• DO NOT connect inappropriate equipment (i.e. headphones) to the video output. This may disable the unit.
About Device
This menu option shows the following service information about your Photon RT riescope such as the serial number
and software version.
1. Enter the submenu by selecting the reticle color icon, , with the controller (3).
Name: Photon RT (name of unit)
Serial: 20119307 (serial number)
FW: 12.34.567 (software version)
HW: MNV001 (hardware version)
Accessories
The Photon RT is outtted with a weaver accessory rail (7) which allows you to attach accessories such as IR ashlights,
lasers, or other weapon mountable accessories.
Compatible Photon RT accessories:
• SM19075 – Sightmark IR-805 Compact Infrared Illuminator
• SM27000 – Sightmark SS1000 IR Illuminator
• PL79071 – Pulsar 805 IR Illuminator
• PL79076 – Pulsar 940 IR Illuminator
• PL79074 – Pulsar X850 IR Illuminator
• PL79072 – Pulsar L-808S Laser IR Illuminator
• PL79075 – Pulsar L-915 Laser IR Illuminator
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There are light or black dots on the display:
1. The presence of dots on the display is caused by sensor production technology and is not a defect. No action is
required.
The unit does not operate on external power:
1. Make sure the power supply is providing output voltage.
2. Check that the power bank is charged. Charge if necessary.
3. Check that the USB cable is plugged in to both the Photon or power supply.
The image is ickering:
1. This is common if the unit is viewing or pointing in the direction of a bright light source. Cease viewing the bright
light source immediately. If ickering in normal dark conditions the unit may need to be returned for service.
The image is not in focus:
1. Make sure there is no dust or condensation covering the objective lens or eyepiece.
2. Adjust the focus ring near the objective lens to adjust focus for dierent viewing distances.
3. Make sure to adjust the diopter setting on the eyepiece for your specic vision.
The reticle will not remain zeroed:
1. Check that the scope is mounted securely to the rearm.
2. Be sure to use the same type of ammo manufacturer and grain as when the scope was initially zeroed.
3. If the operating temperatures are dierent than when you zeroed, this can cause a small shift in point of impact.
No Wi-Fi signal or erratic signal:
1. The Photon is beyond reliable Wi-Fi range or there are obstacles between the unit and the signal receiver. Place
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• Up to seven light or darks spots on the LCD display is acceptable and not considered defective.
STORAGE
Always store the unit in its carring case or on a rie in a dry, well ventilated space. For prolong storage , remove the
batteries
TROUBLESHOOTING
Never ship back a product without getting proper authorization beforehand. Doing so could result in losing the prod-
uct due to a multitude of reasons, i.e. sending it to the wrong address and other problems associated with unexpected
packages.
The unit will not turn on:
1. Check the polarity of the batteries. Reinstall the batteries if necessary.
2. Clean the battery compartment contacts with denatured alcohol and a cotton swab.
3. Install fresh batteries.
The IR illuminator will not turn on:
1. Adjust the brightness of the IR, noting brightness indication on the display. Adjust the display brightness. If no IR
light is being detected the unit may need to be returned for service.
The image is dark:
1. Make sure the lens caps on the objective lens is opened and the IR illuminator is on. Adjust the display brightness
and the IR illuminator brightness accordingly to obtain a bright, clear image. For best imaging using performance, if
using at night use with the lens cap open. If using in daylight use with lens cap closed.
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the Photon in line of sight of the Wi-Fi signal.
2. There may be too many Wi-Fi networks in the area. Move the riescope to an area with few or no other Wi-Fi net-
works.
The riescope is not operating properly due to rmware update:
1. Restore the original rmware version using the following procedure:
a. Connect an external power supply or insert batteries into the riescope.
b. Hold down simultaneously the Record button and the controller.
c. Start the riescope with a brief press of the ON button. Display will blink two times.
d. Release the Record button and the controller. The original rmware is now being installed which may
take up to 1 minute. After successful install the display will steadily glow.
e. Disconnect the Photon from the power supply or remove the batteries as the Photon will not turn o
using the on/o button.
f. After the Photon is shutdown it is ready to operate.
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