Description

Vanguard VEO HD2 10×42 Overview

• 1Description
• 2Vanguard 10×42 Veo HD2 Binoculars
• 3Vanguard VEO Optic Guard Optics/Camera Harness (Black)
• 4Vanguard VEO PA-62 Smartphone Digiscoping Adapter Kit
• 5Vanguard BA-185 Binocular Tripod Adapter

A Guide to Birding with Binoculars

By Photo’s Morgan Lyle

Birders, hunters, and outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes will appreciate this 10×42 VEO HD2 Binoculars Bundle with Harness, Digiscoping Adapter & Tripod Adapter from Vanguard. The binoculars have premium optical glass and a 343 field of view, and can focus less than 7′ away. The deluxe harness makes them comfortable to carry, and with the tripod and smartphone mounts, it’s like having a telephoto camera for capturing photos and video.

Vanguard 10×42 Veo HD2 Binoculars

The 10×42 Veo HD2 Binoculars from Vanguard Optics feature extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and BAK4 prisms that work together to virtually eliminate chromatic aberration, which produces images with true color fidelity across the entire wide 65 apparent field of view and enhanced contrast. Complementing the glass and prisms are anti-reflection fully multicoated optics that improve light transmission for bright and clear images with greater low-light performance.

An open-bridge design and carbon composite housing help to balance the binoculars and reduce weight without sacrificing strength. The open bridge also provides a large surface area to hold for increased stability. Mitsubishi rubber armor and thumb indents on the bottom of the chassis help to give protection from drops and impacts and provide a non-slip grip. Designed for durability, the housing is nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed for fog and waterproof performance, and the twist-up eyecups provide a custom-fit eye relief for use with or without eyewear.

Optical Performance

• High 10x power magnifies distant objects for detailed observations and identification
• 42mm objectives boost low-light capabilities without adding excessive bulk and weight
• Compact roof prism light path ensures the optical tubes are thin to fit more comfortably in the hand
• BAK4 prism glass delivers a round exit pupil and a crisp and clear image with limited edge distortion
• Extra-low dispersion (ED) glass lens elements reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations for increased contrast, improved color rendition, and sharpness without distortion across the entire field of view
• Phase-corrected prism coatings reduce internal interference to improve contrast, clarity, and resolution
• Anti-reflection fully multicoated optical surfaces maximize light transmission to ensure views are bright and clear in all conditions
• Waterproof exterior lens membrane adds scratch resistance and allows oils to be cleaned off without leaving residue
• Wide field of view helps to minimize the appearance of distracting hand-shake while presenting an immersive observational experience
• 343-foot field of view at 1000 yards

Use and Handling

• Open-bridge/dual-hinge configuration reduces weight without sacrificing strength or stability
• Large slip-resistant center focusing wheel is easy to manipulate in cold or wet conditions or when wearing gloves
• Locking right-eye dioptric correction enables you to achieve tack-sharp images even if your eyesight isn’t perfect
• Diopter locks to guard against accidental adjustment that can affect your focus
• 58 to 74mm interpupillary adjustment range
• Twist-up rubber eyecups for comfortable use with or without eyewear
• Standard 1/4″-20 socket on front of the forward bridge hinge allows binocular to be tripod mounted using an optional adapter for hands-free use to eliminate vibrations and arm fatigue
• Long 19mm eye relief produces a generous eye box that improves viewing comfort and reduces eye strain
• Comfortable 4.2mm exit pupil will cover most pupils as they fully dilate in low light to keep the entire scene in view without vignetting

Construction Details

• Bridge design provides more surface area for hands to improve grip security
• Lightweight and durable carbon composite housing reduces weight without sacrificing stability
• Mitsubishi rubber exterior armor protects against bumps and impacts
• Thumb indents on bottom of housing improves grip security and comfort
• Nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed to be waterproof and resistant to internal fogging when moving through extreme changes in temperature and environmental conditions
• Tethered flip-down objective lens caps and a one-piece ocular rainguard allow for fast reaction to glassing opportunities while keeping the caps out of the way and safe
• Includes soft carrying case and neck strap
• Weight: 25 ounces

UPC: 026196352372 Vanguard VEO Optic Guard Optics/Camera Harness (Black)

Spread the weight of your binoculars or camera comfortably across your shoulders with the VEO Optic Guard Optics/Camera Harness from Vanguard. The black harness with strong but comfortable shoulder straps will eliminate the neck strain that comes with extended viewing and keep your binoculars from bouncing and swinging as you walk. The harness comes with Vanguard’s Cinch Lock System, which allows attaching or detaching your optic in seconds and fits most optics and cameras with eyelets for 15 to 20mm straps.

UPC: 026196356103 Vanguard VEO PA-62 Smartphone Digiscoping Adapter Kit

The VEO PA-62 Universal Digiscope Adapter from Vanguard pairs with your optics for taking photos or video with almost any smartphone up to 3.6 inches wide, with an adjustable arm that can be aligned to any lens on the camera.

Capture nature, wildlife, city life, and more from a distance with this digiscoping kit. Use this adapter with your smartphone and compatible binoculars/monoculars and take photos or videos of your magnified subjects. The included Bluetooth remote lets you take your shots or start recording hands-free, thus avoiding camera shake and blurring. Find your subject through your optics, point and shoot, and share to social media, all within minutes. It’s the ideal accessory for nature lovers, birders, hunters/scouts, and urban explorers.

This kit pairs with your optics for photo and video taking with almost any smartphone up to 3.6″ wide, with an adjustable arm that can be aligned to any lens on the camera. It quickly attaches to the eyepiece of practically any binocular or monocular that has a diameter between 1.6 to 1.8″ wide and can be paired to Apple or Android smartphones with the included Bluetooth remote for touch-free control.

UPC: 026196355861 Vanguard BA-185 Binocular Tripod Adapter

The Vanguard BA-185 Binocular Tripod Adapter steadies your binocular for clear, relaxed, hands-free viewing without vibration. It works with any binocular that has a standard 1/4″-20 threaded adapter socket, and its thin profile is especially useful with roof prism models as it will allow you to set the binocular to the minimum interpupillary distance without interference. It should be noted that binoculars with 50mm objectives and larger may experience an obstruction. For mounting on tripods, heads, monopods, window mounts, and other support systems the adapter has a standard 1/4″-20 mount.

UPC: 026196308836

In the Box

• Vanguard 10×42 Veo HD2 Binoculars
• 2 x Tethered Objective Lens Covers
• 1-Piece Ocular Lens Cover
• Carrying Pouch
• Neck Strap
• Limited Lifetime Warranty
• Vanguard VEO Optic Guard Optics/Camera Harness (Black)
• Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
• Vanguard VEO PA-62 Smartphone Digiscoping Adapter Kit
• Remote Control
• Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
• Vanguard BA-185 Binocular Tripod Adapter
• Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty

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Table of Contents

• Description
• Vanguard 10×42 Veo HD2 Binoculars
• Vanguard VEO Optic Guard Optics/Camera Harness (Black)
• Vanguard VEO PA-62 Smartphone Digiscoping Adapter Kit
• Vanguard BA-185 Binocular Tripod Adapter

Vanguard 10×42 Veo HD2 Binoculars Specs

Key Specs

Performance

Features

General

Packaging Info

Vanguard VEO Optic Guard Optics/Camera Harness (Black) Specs

Physical

Vanguard VEO PA-62 Smartphone Digiscoping Adapter Kit Specs

General

Physical

Packaging Info

Vanguard BA-185 Binocular Tripod Adapter Specs

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