Bushnell 5x32 Equinox X650 Digital Night Vision Monocular with IR Illuminator, Black

2024-12-25T19:00:00

While the product seems fine, the manual is horrible and it took hours of trial and error to set it up. The first manual I downloaded from the Product Support section was dated 2021. I then found the one on this page which is 2024. It still says 4 AA batteries. It only takes 3 as the product page says. Some examples. It says to install the SD card with the metal contacts pointing down. They must be pointed up. Only fits one way. It says to press and hold the Power (N) button to enter the menu. That turns it off. You must press and hold the Mode (M) button to enter the menu settings. Says to press N button to go back to display. Nope, shuts it off. Need to use M again. Says pressing N will exit all menus and return you to normal view. Nope, shuts it off. I haven't figured out how to review and delete photos and videos. It doesn't work anything like described. Can't find Gallery. To delete press Down button. What Down button? Would really like some clarification please.

BillP

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2024-09-28T20:00:00

I got this as I wanted a stand alone object viewer for viewing my livestock. It works decently and allows me to cut through the darkness. Pros: cost effective Built in illuminator Easy to use Cons:field of view is tiny Resolution is less then I expected

Alexander C.

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2024-07-09T20:00:00

it works , I like it

Joel

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2024-01-02T19:00:00

It's amazing how well this product works! I've been fine tuning settings that will allow for a sharper night picture, better focus and increased usefulness at night. The ability to take pictures and record video is an unexpected bonus. The only downside to this great piece of tech that I have discovered is that the veiwing field is narrower than I would like, but that is not enough for me to take away from a five star rating. It entertaining, impressive and useful. I highly recomend the X650!

Rick M.

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2023-12-20T19:00:00

Enjoying it's use but wish it was a little more intuitive to use.

Gerald D.

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2023-06-13T20:00:00

Cons: Bushnell does not send a owners manual with the unit and it does have a learning curve. What is even more disgusting is that Bushnell assumes that everyone has acess to downloading owners manuals for their products, but on top of that their owners manual for this unit does not even match the unit. They tried to come up with a generic manual that is for more than one model and what's confusing is set-up steps in the generic manual does not even match the selecdtions. For the price the unit is a good short range unit of about 100 yards and less. I use rechargeable AA batteries in mine with good results and carry a extra set of batteries. I added a IR light to mine but it's still just a 100 year max unit so as to ID deer and coyotes. I bought this one so as I can scan without having to use the NV scoped rifle. Once I detect something with the monocular I'll go to the long range NV scoped rifle for a more positive ID. It does show animals eyes reflections really good. Bushnell needs to quit acting cheapo and start sending proper owners with their products. they are doing the same with their hunting scopes. One size fits all is not a good thing when it comes to owners manuals.

Bruce S.

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2023-04-26T20:00:00

Nice product

Mary M.

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2023-02-03T19:00:00

The picture day or night is very clear, just remember to focus like you are using an SLR Camera or older video camera. I have Bushnell auto focus binoculars, this feature would be a great option, just not sure how it might work with IR. Read the manual prior to getting in the field. The buttons are multifunctional, while using gloves, they make it difficult to feel the buttons. We suggest that when using at night, set the display brightness down to 3 or 4 the factory setting is 8, which makes it a little bright caused our to take longer to readjust to the dark. (This is not a complaint simply what worked best for our eyes) In gallery mode, don't expect to see picture icons that you select, this mode is simple individual video/picture viewer. Over all the Equinox X650 "EX650" is a great value, that provides preset .50 zoom steps, excellent performance.

Ches R.

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2022-12-24T19:00:00

Good optics for price class

Darrell K.

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2022-01-04T19:00:00

Very clear picture in the dark. This product works great.

Kevin S.

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2021-12-08T19:00:00

Works great you can identify target at 200 yards easy with on board or light display screen is clear

Fred C.

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2021-11-23T19:00:00

The manual I printed on line is not compatible with the actual device! I really like the function of the unit, but I would like to have a user's manual that matches my device!

Mike I.

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2021-08-07T20:00:00

The night vision IR is great! The day vision jumps around and "shakes" The Photo Gallery cannot be located??? I e-mailed Bushnell and they said to call customer service.

Thomas G.

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2021-07-11T20:00:00

Purchased this product and the quality is good. Not bad for the price.

T H.

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2021-07-05T20:00:00

It showed up 4 days late I don't believe that's bushnells fault but I have only messed with it for a few hours last night and I was looking 400+- ft and it works well at that range the picture isn't sharp but you can tell what your looking at I think for less then $200 it works good and can get the job done also would have been cool if it would have came with stickers for the kid

Greg j.

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