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  • Page 1 Forward FN455 Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Content Description Package Contents Specifications Features Components and Controls Button Operation Using the Battery Pack Battery Charging Battery Installation Safety Measures External Power Supply Operation Operating Features Installing Digital Module on the Optical Device Installing Pulsar 5x30 Monocular on to the Digital Module Powering on and Image Setting IR Illuminator Installing the IR Illuminator...
  • Page 3 Technical Inspection Technical Maintenance and Storage Troubleshooting Legal Compliances and Disclaimers...

  • Page 4: Description

    The Forward FN455 digital night vision device is designed for various areas of application, including hunting surveillance, security activities, night photography and video recording. The digital module included in the Forward FN455 package can be mounted on lenses of various daytime optical instruments using special adapters, enabling them to be used for night-...

  • Page 5: Package Contents

    Package Contents Digital module Pulsar 5x30 Monocular Carrying Case IPS7 Battery Pack Battery Pack Charger Power Adapter USB Cable Quick Start Guide Lens-Cleaning Cloth Warranty Card...

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications FN455 Model FN455 78196 Optical Characteristics Lens focus, mm Relative aperture, D/f Field-of-view (Horizontal), ° Field-of-view (Horizontal), m per 100 m Detection Range (animal height 1.7 m), 500/546.8 Minimum Focusing Distance, m/y Recommended daylight optics magnification, x Electronic Specifications...
  • Page 7 Weight (with battery and monocular), 1.03 / 35.27 kg/oz Video Recorder Video/Photo Format .mp4 / .jpg Built-in Memory 16 GB Wi-Fi Channel* Frequency 2.4 GHz Standard 802.11 b/g *Reception range may vary depending on various factors: the presence of obstacles, other Wi- Fi networks.

  • Page 9: Features

    Features 1280X720 HD sensor Enhanced night-time sensitivity Simple transformation of a daytime optical device into night device. Preserves the benefits of daytime optics in night-time conditions Comfortable use in a wide range of daytime optical magnifications Invisible long-range IR Illuminator SumLight™...

  • Page 10: Components And Controls

    Components and Controls 1. Lens cover 2. Eyepiece cover 3. Battery compartment cover 4. Battery locking lever 5. Battery pack 6. RIGHT button 7. M (MENU) button 8. LEFT button 9. ON/OFF button 10. Lens focus knob...
  • Page 11 11. IR illuminator cover 12. IR illuminator connector cap 13. Connector for installing IR illuminator 14. MicroUSB port 15. Weaver rail 16. Adapter cover* 17. Optical device lens 18. Insert* 19. Adapter* 20. Tightening screw* 21. Screw* 22. Adapter lever* 23.

  • Page 12: Button Operation

    Button Operation Operation Button Power device on short press Power device o? long press for 3 secs Turn display o? long press for less than 3 secs Turn display on short press Turn on/off SumLight™ short press Turn on/off Wi-Fi long press VideoRecorder Button...
  • Page 13 Exit main menu long press Quick Menu Button Enter quick menu short press Switch between quick menu options short press Increase value short press Reduce value short press Exit quick menu long press...

  • Page 14: Battery Charging

    Battery Charging The device is supplied with a rechargeable IPS7 Lithium-ion Battery Pack which allows the attachment to be used for up to 9 hours. Charge the battery before first use. Charging Step 1. Install the battery into the charger 1.
  • Page 15 level is probably below the permissible level (the battery has been in a discharged state for a long period of time). Leave the battery in the charger for a long period of time (up to several hours), then remove and reinsert. If the indicator begins to flash green, the battery is good.

  • Page 16: Battery Installation

    Battery Installation 1. Lower the lever (4). 2. Remove the protective cover of the battery compartment (3). 3. Insert the battery(5) into the slot designed for it on the device body so that the element (F) is pointing downwards. 4. Lock the battery in place by raising the lever (4).

  • Page 17: Safety Measures

    Safety Measures Do not use the charger if it has been modified or damaged. Do not leave a battery unattended during charging. Do not leave the battery in a charger connected to the mains after charging is complete. The battery should be charged at a temperature between 0° C and +45° C, otherwise the battery life will be significantly reduced.

  • Page 18: External Power Supply

    External Power Supply External power is supplied from an external source, such as a 5V Power Bank. 1. Attach the external power source to the USB connector(14) on the device. 2. The device will switch to operation from the external power supply, while the IPS7 battery will be gradually recharged.

  • Page 19: Operating Features

    Operating Features The Forward FN455 device is designed for long-term use. Please follow these guidelines to ensure long life and maximum performance: Before using the attachment make sure you mount it according to the instructions in the Installing Digital Module on the Optical Device...

  • Page 20: Installing Digital Module On The Optical Device

    Installing Digital Module on the Optical Device 1. Select the adapter (available separately) with the required diameter of insert depending on the outer diameter of the lens of your optical device (see the Table). 2. The designation 42mm / 50mm / 56mm in the title of the adapter refers to the optical diameter of the lens in the optical device.
  • Page 21 6. Move the lever (22) to the OPEN position. 7. Mount the adapter with the insert into the lens of the optical device (17). 8. Move the lever (22) from its initial OPEN position to the CLOSE position. 9. Ensure that the adapter fits snugly against the lens. 10.
  • Page 22 47.7-46.7 48.7-49.6 49.7-50.6 51.6 51.6 53.4 53.4 54.7-55.6 Cover adapter FN 55.7-56.6 50mm 56.7-57.6 57.7-58.6 58.7-59.6 59.7-60.6 60.7-61.6 61.7-62.6 Cover adapter FN 56mm 62.7-63.6 63.7-64.6 64.7-65.6 To see the button operation scheme click here.

  • Page 23: Installing Pulsar 5X30 Monocular On To The Digital Module

    Installing Pulsar 5x30 Monocular on to the Digital Module The Pulsar 5x30 monocular (included in the package) enables you to transform a digital module into a digital vision device for night-time observation with a magnification of 5x. 1. Insert the monocular tightly into the digital module as far as it will go so that the pins on the monocular body (E) fit into the slots (D) of the digital module (see Fig.).

  • Page 24: Powering On And Image Setting

    Powering on and Image Setting 1. Remove the lens cap (1) by turning it anticlockwise. 2. Turn on the device with a short press of the ON/OFF (9) button. An image will appear on the display. 3. Adjust the resolution of the icons on the display by rotating the diopter adjustment ring of your optical device.

  • Page 25: Installing The Ir Illuminator

    Installing the IR Illuminator Step 1. Install the IR illuminator 1. Remove the cap (12) from the connector to attach the IR illuminator (13). 2. Remove the cover(11) from the IR illuminator. 3. Install the IR illuminator on the connector (13). The lever(25) should be in the up position. 4.
  • Page 26 Step 4. Turn off the IR illuminator 1. The IR illuminator is turned off by a long press of theIR (24) button. 2. The IR icon will disappear from the screen. To see the button operation scheme click here.

  • Page 27: Removing The Ir Illuminator

    Removing the IR Illuminator 1. Raise the lever(25). 2. Disconnect the IR illuminator from the device. 3. Install the cap(12) on the connector for installing the IR illuminator (13). 4. Put the cover (11) on the IR illuminator.

  • Page 28: Status Bar

    Status Bar The status bar is at the bottom of the display and displays information on the actual operating status of the device, including: Auto shutdown function 1 min (if activated) Microphone IR illuminator power level (e.g. Level 3) Power Indication: - Battery Pack charge level (when the device is powered by the Battery Pack) - external battery power indicator (if the device is powered from an external supply) - battery charge indicator with current charge in percent (where charging is by an external...

  • Page 29: Quick Menu Functions

    Quick Menu Functions 1. Enter the quick menu with a short press of theM (7) button. 2. A short press of the M (7) button enables you to switch between functions, as described below. Contrast – by pressing the RIGHT (6) and LEFT (8) buttons and changing the display contrast value from 0 to 20.

  • Page 30: Enter The Main Menu

    Enter the Main Menu 1. Enter the main menu with a long press of the M (7) button. 2. Press the RIGHT (6) and LEFT (8) buttons to toggle through the main menu functions. 3. Open sub-items in the main menu with one short press of the M (7)button. 4.

  • Page 31: Icon Brightness

    Icon Brightness This menu item sets the brightness of icons on the attachment display. 1. Press and hold the M (7) button to enter the main menu. 2. Select submenu Icon Brightness with the RIGHT (6) and LEFT (8) buttons. 3.

  • Page 32: Microphone

    Microphone This item allows you to enable (or disable) the microphone for recording sound during video recording. 1. Press and hold the M (7) button to enter the main menu 2. Select Microphone option with the RIGHT (6) andLEFT (8) buttons. 3.

  • Page 33: Wi-Fi Settings

    Wi-Fi Settings This option enables you to configure the device to operate on a Wi-Fi network. Note: Wi-Fi is turned on/off with a long press of the LEFT (8) button. 1. Press and hold the M (7) button to enter the main menu. 2.

  • Page 34: General Settings

    General Settings 1. Press and hold the M (7) button to enter the main menu. 2. Select the submenu General Settings with the RIGHT (6) andLEFT (8) buttons. 3. A short press of the M (7) button opens the submenu. 4.
  • Page 35 2. Select the ‘Yes’ option to reset to factory settings or ‘No’ to cancel using the RIGHT (6) and LEFT (8) buttons. 3. Confirm your selection with a short press of the M (7) button. The following settings will be restored to their factory state before being set by the user: Brightness level –...

  • Page 36: Auto Shutdown

    Auto Shutdown This function enables you to activate automatic shutdown of the device after a certain period of time when it is tilted up or down by more than 70°, or right or left by more than 30°. Meanwhile the device controls should not be activated. 1.

  • Page 37: Device Information

    Device Information 1. Press and hold the M (7) button to enter the main menu. 2. Select the Device Information menu with the RIGHT (6) and LEFT (8) buttons. 3. A short press of the M (7) button opens the submenu. The user has access to the following information about the device: full name SKU number...

  • Page 38: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Turn on/off Bluetooth 1. Press and hold theM (7) button to enter the main menu. 2. Select the Bluetooth submenu with the RIGHT (6) and LEFT (8) buttons. 3. A short press of the M (7) button opens the submenu. 4.

  • Page 39: Video Recording And Photography

    Video Recording and Photography The device is equipped with a function for video recording (and photographing) an observed image that is saved onto the built-in memory card. It is recommended to set the date and time (see the General Settings section) before using the photo and video functions.
  • Page 40 button is briefly pressed again, an icon will appear and the recording timer will show the current time of the video recording. Notes: You can enter and navigate the menu during video recording. Recorded videos and photographs are saved to the device’s built-in memory card in the format: img_xxx.jpg (for photos);...

  • Page 41: Wi-Fi Function

    Wi-Fi turned on, the device is connected The device is recognised by a mobile device under the label “Forward F_XXXX”, where XXXX are the four last digits of the serial number. Once the password has been entered on the mobile device (for more information on...

  • Page 42: Display Off Function

    Display Off Function When this function is in use, the device switches to standby mode, which allows it to be turned off quickly if necessary. 1. When the device is on, press and hold the ON/OFF(9) button for less than 3 seconds. The display goes blank and the message Display Off.

  • Page 43: Sumlight™ Function

    SumLight™ Function The SumLight™ function substantially increases the sensitivity of the CMOS array in the event of a reduction in the light level, thus enabling observation in conditions of low light without using the IR illuminator. 1. To activate the SumLight™ function, press briefly theLEFT (8) button. 2.

  • Page 44: Descriptions Of Controls

    Descriptions of Controls (Bought separately) The wireless remote control duplicates the functions of turning off the device, turning off the display, controlling the IR illuminator, video recording and photographing, and it allows navigation through the menu. Controller (32) Button (33) Enter the quick menu and submenus of the...

  • Page 45: Remote Control Activation

    Notes: Once paired, the Remote Control can operate the Pulsar device. Going forward, the Remote Control will automatically connect to the paired device when within visible range. ? The name of the remote control and its battery charge level will appear in the list of paired devices at the bottom of the display in the Bluetooth section of the menu.

  • Page 46: Using The Weaver Rail

    Using the Weaver Rail The device is equipped with a Weaver rail(15) which allows the user to mount extra accessories. You must first detach the removable IR illuminator (see section Removing the IR Illuminator). To see the Components and Controls scheme click here.

  • Page 47: Stream Vision 2

    Stream Vision 2 Forwarddevices support Stream Vision and Stream Vision 2 mobile apps that allow you to stream real-time image from your device to your smartphone or tablet via Wi-Fi. We recommend using the latest version – Stream Vision 2. You can find further guidelines on Stream Vision 2 here.
  • Page 48 You can find further guidelines on Stream Vision here. Download from Google Play Download from App Store Find answers to frequently asked questions about using Stream Vision here.

  • Page 49: Firmware Update

    Firmware Update Stream Vision 2 1. Download free Stream Vision 2 App in Google Play Store. 2. Connect your Pulsar device to your mobile device (smartphone or tablet). 3. Launch Stream Vision 2 and go to section “Settings”. 4. Select your Pulsar device and press “Check firmware update”. 5.

  • Page 50: Usb Connection

    USB Connection 1. Power on the device by pressing the ON/OFF (9)button (the computer will not detect the device if it is turned off). 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the device’s microUSB connector(14) and the other end to the port on your computer. 3.
  • Page 51 Disabling the USB: When disconnecting the USB from the device in Power mode, the device will continue to function with the Battery Pack, if it is available and has sufficient charge. When the USB is disconnected from the device connected in Memory card mode, the device remains switched on.
  • Page 52 Technical Inspection A check is recommended before each use of the device. Check: External appearance (there should be no cracks on the housing). The state of the lenses of the objective, digital module eyepiece, monocular and IR- illuminator (there should be no cracks, grease spots, dirt or other residue). Wipe the exterior surfaces of metal and plastic parts free from dust, dirt and moisture with a soft, cotton cloth.
  • Page 53 Technical Maintenance and Storage Technical maintenance should be carried out at least twice a year and include the following steps: Wipe the external surfaces of metal and plastic parts free of dust and dirt with a cotton cloth. Clean the electric terminals of the Battery Pack and battery slot on the device using a non- greasy organic solvent.
  • Page 54 Troubleshooting ☐ The device does not turn on Possible cause The battery is completely discharged. Solution Charge the battery. ☐ The device does not operate from an external power source Possible cause The USB cable is damaged. Solution Replace the USB cable. Possible cause The external power supply is discharged.
  • Page 55 Possible cause The device is in an area with too many Wi-Fi networks that may be causing signal interference. There is a strong source of electromagnetic interference nearby. Solution To ensure a stable Wi-Fi connection, relocate the device to an area with fewer or no Wi-Fi networks.
  • Page 56 Possible cause Brightness or contrast level is too low. Solution Adjust the brightness or contrast in the Quick Menu. ☐ Color bars appear on the display or the image disappears Possible cause The device was exposed to static charges during operation. Solution When the exposure to static charges is over, the device may either reboot automatically or require to be switched off and on again.
  • Page 57 Solution Remove the adapter and set the display to the center of the field of vision (see section Installing Digital Module on the Optical Device). ☐ The device does not focus Possible cause Incorrect setting. Solution Adjust the device in accordance with section Powering on and Image Setting.
  • Page 58 Possible cause The Bluetooth module is not turned on. Solution Turn on the Bluetooth module according to the instructions (see the Bluetooth section). Possible cause The Remote control is not activated. Solution Activate the remote control according to instructions (see the Remote Control Activation section).
  • Page 59 Legal Compliances and Disclaimers Attention! Forward digital night vision devices require a license if exported outside your country. Electromagnetic compatibility. This product complies with the requirements of European standard EN 55032: 2015, Class A. Caution: Operating this product in a residential area may cause radio interference.

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