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VICTORY RF OWNER’S MANUAL - NORTH AMERICA | 

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TECHNICAL DATA 

8 × 42 

10 × 42 

8 × 54 

10 × 54 

Magnification 

8 × 

10 × 

8 × 

10 × 

Effective Lens Diameter 

42 mm 

54 mm

Exit Pupil Diameter 

5.3 mm 

4.2 mm 

6.8 mm 

5.4 mm 

Twilight Factor 

18.3 

20.5 

20.8 

23.2 

Field of View at 1,000 yds

405 ft

345 ft

360 ft

330 ft

Angular Field of View, Apparent

62° wide angle

66° wide angle

55° wide angle

63° wide angle

Close Focus

8.2 ft

11.5 ft

Diopter Range 

+/− 3 dpt

+/− 3 dpt

Eye Relief 

17 mm

14 mm

Interpupillary Distance

53.5 – 76 mm

58.5 – 76 mm

Lens Type 

FL 

Prism System 

Abbe-Köenig

Coating 

LotuTec

®

 / T* 

Fogproof

Nitrogen Purged

Waterproof 

100 mbar (submerged 3.28 ft for 2 hours)

Operating Temperature

1

− 13 / + 145.4° F

Length 

6.54 in

7.68 in

Width 

5.1 in

5.6 in

Weight 

32 oz

33 oz

38 oz

39 oz

Range

2

 

11 – 2,500 yds 

Measuring Accuracy

± 1 – 600 / ± 0.5 % > 600 yds 

Measuring Time

< 0.3 Sec. 

Laser Wavelength

905 nm 

Laser Beam Divergence

1.6 × 0.5 nm 

Battery 

1 x 3V / CR2

Battery life at 68° F

> 2,500 × 

PREPARATION

INSERTING/REMOVING THE BATTERY

The laser rangefinder is powered by a type 

CR2 lithium 

battery.

To insert and replace the battery, turn the screw that 
secures the battery cover counterclockwise 

(Fig. 3/8)

 using 

a coin or a protected tip flat-head screwdriver that properly 
fits the slot. Insert the battery with the positive end forward 

(according to the symbol in the battery compartment).

To replace the battery cover, ensure that water, dirt, and 
debris have not contaminated the battery compartment or 
threads of the compartment and battery cover, align and 
tighten the cover by turning it clockwise, taking care not to 
cross the threads. Turn the cover until it stops in order to 

ensure a snug fit and waterproofness. 

NOTE:

 At 68° F, a new battery will last for over 2,500 

measurements. However, depending on the conditions of 
use–such as low temperatures or frequent use of the Scan 
Mode–the life of the battery may be considerably shorter. 
Low battery is indicated by the appearance of the battery 
symbol on the display. If the equipment will not be used 
for a long period of time, remove the battery in order to 
prevent damage caused by leakage from the battery. Use 

only high-quality brand batteries to ensure proper function 
of the rangefinder. 

Subject to changes in design and 

scope of supply due to technical 

improvements.

1.  Battery is subject to a lower 

temperature limit. Product also 

functions under – 10 °C /14 °F.  

2.  The range is influenced by the 

size and the 

degree of reflection

 

of the object, as well as by the 

weather and 

sunbeams.

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PREPARATION

Inserting/Removing the battery

The laser range finder is powered by a type CR 2 lithium battery.
To insert and replace the battery, unscrew the battery cover 

(Fig. 3/8)

 – using a coin 

or similar – by turning anticlockwise. Insert the battery with the positive end forward 
(according to the symbol in the battery compartment).
Then screw the battery cover back on by turning clockwise.
At 20 °C, a new battery will last for over 2,500 measurements. 
Depending on the conditions of use, however, low temperatures or frequent use of 
the scan mode for example may result in the battery life being considerably shorter.
Low battery is indicated by the appearance of the battery symbol on the display. 
If the equipment will be unused for a long period, remove the battery in order to 
prevent damage by leakage from the battery. Use only high quality brand batteries.

+

(8)

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

(16)

(15)

Fig. 5

(17)

Attaching the carrying strap and the protective caps

The carrying strap 

(Fig. 4/15)

 and the eyepiece cap 

(Fig. 4/16)

 are attached as 

shown in the illustrations.

Note:

 Feed the carrying strap only once through the eyelet on the eyepiece cap.

Depending on personal taste, use the carrying strap to connect the eyepiece cap 
either on both sides or on one side only. The eyepiece cap is held onto the eye cups
by a catch.
Before using the binoculars, remove the eyepiece cap with the index finger.
After observation, replace the eyepiece cap in order to protect the eyepieces.
The protective lens covers 

(Fig. 5/17)

 are fitted on the binoculars as shown.

TECHNICAL DATA 

8x42

10x42

8x54

10x54

Magnification

8

10

8

10

Effective lens diameter

mm

42

42

54

54

Exit pupil diameter

mm

5.3

4.2

6.8

5.4

Twilight factor

18.3

20.5

20.8

23.2

Field of view

m/1000m (ft/1000yds)

135 (405)

115 (345)

120 (360)

110 (330)

Subjective angle of view

°

62

66

55

63

Close-up setting limit

m (ft)

2.5 (8.2)

3.5 (11.5)

Diopter adjustment range

dpt

+/- 3

+/- 3

Eye relief

mm

17 (0.7)

14 (0.6)

Pupil Distance

mm

53.5 - 76

58.5 - 76

Lens type

FL

FL

Prism system

Abbe-König

Abbe-König

Coating

T*/LotuTec

®

T*/LotuTec

®

Nitrogen filling

Waterproof

mbar

400

400

Operating temperature

1

°C (°F)

-25 / +63 (-13 / +145)

-25 / +63 (-13 / +145)

Length

mm (in)

166 (6.5)

166 (6.5)

195 (7.7)

195 (7.7)

Width with an eye spacing of 65 mm

mm (in)

121 (4.8)

121 (4.8)

136 (5.4)

136 (5.4)

Weight

g (oz)

895 (31.6)

915 (32.3)

1,095 (38.6)

1,115 (39.3)

Measuring range

2

m (yds)

15 - 2,300 (16 - 2,500)

15 - 2,300 (16 - 2,500)

Measuring precision

mrad

± 1 – 600 / ± 0.5 % > 600

± 1 – 600 / ± 0.5 % > 600

Measuring time

Sek. (sec.)

< 0.3 

< 0.3 

Laser shaft length

nm

905

905

Laser beam divergence

mrad

1.6 x 0.5

1.6 x 0.5

Battery

1 x 3V / CR2

1 x 3V / CR2

Battery life at +20°C

> 2,500x

> 2,500x

Subject to changes in design and scope of supply due to technical improvements.

1

  Battery is subject to a lower temperature limit. 

Product also functions under – 10 °C /14 °F. 

2

  The range is influenced by the size and the degree of reflection of the object  

as well as by the weather and sun beams.

3 | 7 

EN

PREPARATION

Inserting/Removing the battery

The laser range finder is powered by a type CR 2 lithium battery.
To insert and replace the battery, unscrew the battery cover 

(Fig. 3/8)

 – using a coin 

or similar – by turning anticlockwise. Insert the battery with the positive end forward 
(according to the symbol in the battery compartment).
Then screw the battery cover back on by turning clockwise.
At 20 °C, a new battery will last for over 2,500 measurements. 
Depending on the conditions of use, however, low temperatures or frequent use of 
the scan mode for example may result in the battery life being considerably shorter.
Low battery is indicated by the appearance of the battery symbol on the display. 
If the equipment will be unused for a long period, remove the battery in order to 
prevent damage by leakage from the battery. Use only high quality brand batteries.

+

(8)

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

(16)

(15)

Fig. 5

(17)

Attaching the carrying strap and the protective caps

The carrying strap 

(Fig. 4/15)

 and the eyepiece cap 

(Fig. 4/16)

 are attached as 

shown in the illustrations.

Note:

 Feed the carrying strap only once through the eyelet on the eyepiece cap.

Depending on personal taste, use the carrying strap to connect the eyepiece cap 
either on both sides or on one side only. The eyepiece cap is held onto the eye cups
by a catch.
Before using the binoculars, remove the eyepiece cap with the index finger.
After observation, replace the eyepiece cap in order to protect the eyepieces.
The protective lens covers 

(Fig. 5/17)

 are fitted on the binoculars as shown.

TECHNICAL DATA 

8x42

10x42

8x54

10x54

Magnification

8

10

8

10

Effective lens diameter

mm

42

42

54

54

Exit pupil diameter

mm

5.3

4.2

6.8

5.4

Twilight factor

18.3

20.5

20.8

23.2

Field of view

m/1000m (ft/1000yds)

135 (405)

115 (345)

120 (360)

110 (330)

Subjective angle of view

°

62

66

55

63

Close-up setting limit

m (ft)

2.5 (8.2)

3.5 (11.5)

Diopter adjustment range

dpt

+/- 3

+/- 3

Eye relief

mm

17 (0.7)

14 (0.6)

Pupil Distance

mm

53.5 - 76

58.5 - 76

Lens type

FL

FL

Prism system

Abbe-König

Abbe-König

Coating

T*/LotuTec

®

T*/LotuTec

®

Nitrogen filling

Waterproof

mbar

400

400

Operating temperature

1

°C (°F)

-25 / +63 (-13 / +145)

-25 / +63 (-13 / +145)

Length

mm (in)

166 (6.5)

166 (6.5)

195 (7.7)

195 (7.7)

Width with an eye spacing of 65 mm

mm (in)

121 (4.8)

121 (4.8)

136 (5.4)

136 (5.4)

Weight

g (oz)

895 (31.6)

915 (32.3)

1,095 (38.6)

1,115 (39.3)

Measuring range

2

m (yds)

15 - 2,300 (16 - 2,500)

15 - 2,300 (16 - 2,500)

Measuring precision

mrad

± 1 – 600 / ± 0.5 % > 600

± 1 – 600 / ± 0.5 % > 600

Measuring time

Sek. (sec.)

< 0.3 

< 0.3 

Laser shaft length

nm

905

905

Laser beam divergence

mrad

1.6 x 0.5

1.6 x 0.5

Battery

1 x 3V / CR2

1 x 3V / CR2

Battery life at +20°C

> 2,500x

> 2,500x

Subject to changes in design and scope of supply due to technical improvements.

1

  Battery is subject to a lower temperature limit. 

Product also functions under – 10 °C /14 °F. 

2

  The range is influenced by the size and the degree of reflection of the object  

as well as by the weather and sun beams.

Summary of Contents for VICTORY RF Series

Page 1: ...vered by one or more of the following United States patents US6542302 US6816310 US6906862 For further United States patents which may cover this product see www zeiss com sports optics us patents PRECISION RANGEFINDERS FOR YOUR HUNTING AND SHOOTING ADVENTURES 8x54 10x54 8x42 10x42 ...

Page 2: ...llustration purposes only 2 VICTORY RF OWNER S MANUAL NORTH AMERICA ZEISS Sports Optics is not responsible for typographical errors Product images are for illustration purposes only Specifications and products may change without prior written notice All efforts have been made to make sure content is accurate at time of printing IDENTIFICATION OF THE COMPONENTS 1 Eye cup 2 Central focusing 3 Diopte...

Page 3: ... Never leave the binoculars in the sun for extended periods of time without the protective lens cap in place The objective lens and eyepiece can function as a burning glass and damage the interior components DANGER OF SWALLOWING Caution Do not leave the batteries and removable exterior parts within reach of children danger of swallowing Further information and safety instructions can be found in t...

Page 4: ... and debris have not contaminated the battery compartment or threads of the compartment and battery cover align and tighten the cover by turning it clockwise taking care not to cross the threads Turn the cover until it stops in order to ensure a snug fit and waterproofness NOTE At 68 F a new battery will last for over 2 500 measurements However depending on the conditions of use such as low temper...

Page 5: ...ue to secure the eyecup to the ocular housing The eyecups are ready for regular adjustments at this time Focusing the aiming mark and diopter compensation Use the range finder button Fig 1 6 to switch on the aiming mark Fig 2 9 and hold down the button Focus the aiming mark and the display by turning the right hand diopter compensation Fig 1 4 to the left or the right Then carefully use Fig 8 2 4 ...

Page 6: ...nu options by pressing the SET button once for each option NOTE See Options Table 1 BRIGHTNESS There are 11 brightness settings in the ZEISS Victory RF They are located in Menu 1 press the SET button Fig 1 7 for 2 seconds By pressing the range finding button Fig 1 6 you can select one of the 11 different brightness settings Setting 1 darkest setting possibility Setting 11 brightest setting possibi...

Page 7: ...ation System B I S II is not to be used as a replacement for the hunter s shooter s assessment of the actual shooting environment but rather to support and increase safe shooting ZEISS recommends shooting exercises from different ranges which can be used to check the correct match of the specifications with the actual points of impact also referred to as trajectory validation TABLE 2 Relates to th...

Page 8: ...u can always display the saved settings in the menu Unit Choose the appropriate unit in Menu 4 press the SET button for 2 seconds press the SET button three times Measuring Mode You can select the appropriate measuring mode for you in menu 5 press the SET button for 2 seconds press the SET button four times You can select whether you are shown the best measurement tA b or the furthest measurement ...

Page 9: ...rt setup and syncing of your data for a positive field use experience c While the VRF menus can be accessed and manipulated as an on board option the ZHA provides a faster easier and friendlier platform to input and update relevant data and settings into the VRF model ESTABLISHING A CONNECTION BETWEEN THE ZEISS HUNTING APP AND ZEISS VICTORY RF ESTABLISHING A CONNECTION BETWEEN THE ZEISS HUNTING AP...

Page 10: ...for input NOTE ZEISS strongly suggests the validation of muzzle velocity via a quality chronograph Muzzle velocity listed on some ammunition is for a specific barrel length within a controlled environment and does not factor in the many variables that are associated with obtaining true muzzle velocity through your rifle 3 Once the ZEISS Hunting App is downloaded you will need to pair the mobile de...

Page 11: ...t which you select the display data that you want to see while in the field The VRF will display these three pieces of data in the order you have selected for input Fig 15 1 The first piece of data defaults to RANGE 2 You can then select the other data from the menu options Many people like to select one of the various Holdover options ZEISS strongly suggests choosing the option that YOU are comfo...

Page 12: ...ected ensure the load is highlighted with a blue star as illustrated Fig 17 NOTE The VRF model does not have to be connected to the ZHA in the field in order to work The VRF operates as a stand alone unit ESTABLISHING DEVICE SETTINGS 1 From the ZHA Dashboard select the Connected Products tab Notice the ZEISS Victory RF model with serial number Then select Device Settings Fig 16 a From here you can...

Page 13: ...ERS ARE IN PLACE FIRST These types of cleaning solvents can and will destroy the fine and precision multi layer lens coatings Cleaning Your Lenses ZEISS recommends using original ZEISS branded lens cleaning solutions supplies and complete cleaning kits to care for the lenses on your VRF First permit heavy or large debris on the lens surfaces to fall away from the surface Try to carefully remove lo...

Page 14: ...ts Please send to ZEISS Authorized Distributor Gentec 90 Royal Crest Court Markham Ontario CANADA L3R 9X6 P 905 513 7733 STOP Before sending a product in for service please call ZEISS Sports Optics Customer Care team at the number below in order to determine if the issue concern can be resolved without having to return the product 1 800 441 3005 repair sportsoptics zeiss com Please complete the on...

Page 15: ... download the ZEISS Hunting App This free app offers useful unique and easy to use information at your fingertips Hunt longer Hunt better Hunt with confidence ZEISS 01 2020 SAP 000000 2285 607 Manual Victory RF Bluetooth Enabled Customer Service 1 800 441 3005 info sportsoptics us zeiss com Carl Zeiss SBE LLC Sports Optics Division zeiss com us sportsoptics JOIN THE CONVERSATION ...

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