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Changing the magnification

All magnifications, from the lowest to highest magnification level, allow infinitely
variable setting. Change the magnification by turning the changer

(1)

on the

eyepiece tubes. Magnification levels are identified by numbers and markings.
By turning left as far as possible, the maximum magnification is achieved. By turning
right as far as possible, the lowest magnification is achieved. Medium magnification
is set when the groove on the magnification changer is at the top.

Changing the battery

To change the battery (model CR 2032), turn the cover

(3)

to the left

(counterclockwise) and remove the battery. The positive end of the new battery
faces outward. Then screw the cover

(3)

back on to the right (clockwise). Make sure

it is seated properly and check the condition of the sealing ring. Damaged sealing

rings must be replaced. Remove the battery from the riflescope when not in use for

a long period of time.

Reticle illumination

The reticle illumination is turned on by pressing the on/off switch

(4)

. To switch off

the reticle illumination, press and hold (2–3 seconds) the on/off switch

(4)

Turning the rotary control

(5)

to the right (clockwise) increases brightness. Turning

the rotary control

(5)

to the left (counterclockwise) reduces brightness. This is a

smooth adjustment with a pre-defined minimum and maximum setting and there is
no mechanical stop. When you switch off the reticle illumination, the set brightness

of the reticle illumination remains saved, even after switching it back on. If the
rotary control

(5)

is not used for 3 hours while in the 'on' position, the illumination

switches off automatically.
When the charge level is low, the reticle illumination flashes. The flashing can be
suppressed if desired: In the switched-on state quickly press the on/off switch

(4)

twice in succession (within 2 seconds). By using this cancellation process, the reticle

illumination can be used until final battery discharging without further flashing.
After a battery change or switching off the illumination, the warning flashing

function is reactivated.
To additionally preserve the battery and to increase the runtime, the ZEISS V8

riflescopes are equipped with an automatic shut-off (if there is no operation or

no movement for more than 3 hours) and a movement sensor. This automatically

detects the position of the weapon and switches the illuminated dot off by itself

at a 45° side inclination or 70° inclination downward or upward. As soon as the

weapon is lifted to fire a shot, the illuminated dot turns on again at the preset level
of brightness. Activate or deactivate this function by turning the riflescope by 180°
upside down and holding the on/off switch

(4)

for 5 seconds. The illumination

flashes three times for confirmation.
Even when switching off at an angle, the 3h standby applies, i.e. after 3 hours in the
tilted condition, the riflescope does not turn back on.

Mounting default setting

To be able to use the entire range of the reticle height adjustment, the ZEISS V8
4.8- 35x60 should be mounted with an inclination of approx. 20 angular minutes

(approx. 60 cm to 100 m) to the weapon.

To ensure that the weapon and riflescope work together perfectly as a single unit,
the riflescope should always be mounted by a qualified gunsmith. Injuries to the eye
resulting from the rifle's recoil can be avoided by properly mounting the riflescope at
the correct distance from the eye. Proper eye relief also ensures that the full field of

view is available.

Adjusting the ZEISS V8 riflescope to the weapon

Adjusting the ZEISS V8 riflescope to the weapon, correcting deviations from the
impact point, is simplified via the click-stops for height and lateral adjustment of the
reticle. Proceed as follows:

• After unscrewing the protective lens caps

(7 or 8)

, the reticle can be adjusted

for height

(9)

and laterally

(10)

with the adjustment knobs. For ZEISS V8 series

riflescopes, one click corresponds to an adjustment of 1 cm to 100 m.

If the weapon shoots low, it requires a shot correction upward (direction

"H"

corresponding to one clockwise turn of the adjustment knob

(9)

If the weapon shoots high, it requires a downward correction, in other words
turn the adjusting knob counterclockwise

(9)

If the weapon shoots to the left, it requires a correction to the right (direction

"R"

), in other words turn the adjusting knob

(10)

clockwise.

If the weapon shoots to the right, it requires a correction to the left, in other
words turn the adjusting knob

(10)

counterclockwise.

• After aligning the weapon, pull the knob

(9 or 10)

up from the locking

mechanism and set the zero mark on the graduated ring

(11)

to the index mark

(12)

. Push the knob

(9 or 10)

down into the locking mechanism. The index

serves as a reference guide for further adjustments to the reticle (for other
distances or loads).

Note:

The reticle is set to the middle of the adjustment range and the zero mark

on the adjusting ring

(11)

to the index mark

(12)

upon delivery of your ZEISS

V8 series riflescope. From this initial setting, an upward, downward, right or

left adjustment is possible for more than half of the adjustment ranges stated

below in the Technical Data. For shot corrections for riflescopes with bullet drop

compensation (BDC)

(13)

, i.e. for devices with a BDC-H (height) or BDC-S (side),

please refer to the "BDC Long Range / BDC Advanced Long Range" user instructions
at www.zeiss.com/cop/manuals.

ZEISS V8 riflescopes are constructed in such a way that even a corresponding

movement of the reticle is not noticeable to the center of the picture when
adjusting the reticle. The reticle always remains in the center of the image during all
adjustments.

Impermeability

The nitrogen-filled riflescope is waterproof and pressure proof as per ISO 9022-80.

The seal is also guaranteed if the protective lens caps

(7 or 8)

are not attached to

the reticle adjustment. Please ensure, however, that the protective lens cap

(7 or 8)

and the sealing rings below it are always properly seated.

Reticle

You riflescope is equipped with the reticle of your choice. With the ZEISS V8

models, the reticles are in the second level. The reticle is not enlarged when the

magnification is changed, but always remains the same. Thus, for these riflescopes
the dimension of change of the reticle is dependent on the magnification.

For a current overview of available reticles and target coverage, please visit
www.zeiss.com/consumer-products/int/hunting/content/reticles.html

Care and maintenance

The riflescope features the ZEISS LotuTec

coating. The effective protective coating

noticeably reduces contamination of the lenses through a special smooth surface

and the strong beading effect connected with it. All types of contamination adhere

less and can be quickly and easily removed, smear-free. The LotuTec

coating is also

durable and abrasion-resistant.

Your ZEISS V8 riflescope requires no special maintenance. Do not wipe off coarse
dirt particles (e.g. sand) from the lenses, rather blow them away, or use a fine
brush to remove them! Over time, fingerprints can corrode the lens surface. ZEISS

recommends using the ZEISS Lens Cleaning Kit for the care and maintenance of the
product.
Dry storage and keeping the outer lens surfaces well ventilated, especially in the

tropics, helps to prevent a possible mold film forming on the optics.

Available accessories

For your ZEISS V8 we offer an extensive portfolio of accessories such as Flip Cover,

sunshades or Neoprene Cover.

For further information please refer to:

www.zeiss.com/cop/hunting

Spare parts or reticle retrofitting for ZEISS V8

Should you require spare parts or a retrofit kit for your riflescope, e. g. protective lens
caps, please contact your specialist retailer, representative office of a federal state or

our after-sales service.

Customer service and warranty

For service questions or obtaining the warranty terms, please see our

website:

www.zeiss.com/cop/warranty

For service inquiries or a free copy of the warranty terms for your region, please

contact:

ZEISS Customer Service

Zeiss Sports Optics GmbH
Gloelstr. 3–5, 35576 Wetzlar, Germany
Phone

+49 800 934 77 33

E-mail [email protected]

ZEISS Customer Service USA