Sightmark Core Shot A-Spec FMS Reflex Sight

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Sightmark Core Shot A-Spec FMS Reflex Sight/ Core Shot A-Spec LQD Reflex Sight Manual (SM26017 & SM26018)

This model is built with 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum, shockproof to .50 BMG recoil (far exceeds .223 Tavor). Holds zero on ARs/.308s in reviews. Core A-Spec reports are positive for reliability in competition/hunting. Sightmark provides a Limited Lifetime Warranty on the Core Shot A-Spec FMS Reflex Sight for defects in materials and workmanship, covering repair or replacement.

CORE SHOT A-SPEC SERIES:

For your avid shooters, who like to be out on the range, the Sightmark Core Shot A-Spec FMS and LQD Reflex Sights stimulate precision accuracy and reliability in high-stakes competition shooting and hunts of a lifetime. Designed to deliver elite optic performance, Core Shot A-Spec Reflex Sight guarantees precision for all recreational, professional and competitive environments. The Core Shot bridges the gap between the Mini Shot and Ultra Shot for all customers wanting a compact sight. It is made out of aircraft grade 6061-T6 aluminum, for a dependable compact lightweight housing. The sight includes windage and elevation click adjustments to dial in quickly and an external battery compartment for easier access to the battery. Includes a riser mount to work effectively on AR’s.

FEATURES:

  • Aluminum alloy housing
  • IP55 Water resistant
  • Shockproof
  • Scratch resistant
  • Wide lens
  • Slotted windage and elevation adjustments
  • Night vision compatible
  • Low battery indication
  • Auto shutoff

Actual Operation

For some reason the official manual is inaccurate. It describes button 5 and 6 which do not function as stated. Here is the corrected functionality referencing unit side when it is pointing to the LEFT.

The two buttons in the left side control

  • power on/off
  • brightness
  • night mode

POWER

  1. short press right button with "sun" symbol to turn on
  2. long press right button with "sun" symbol to turn off
  • if left on until will auto power off in an hour

BRIGHTNESS

  1. short press right button with "sun" symbol to increase brightness
  2. short press multiple times to cycle though brightness levels until starts with dimmest
  3. short press left button with "NV" to active night mode (very dim reticle)
  • Long pressing the left button "NV" does not power the unit off even though the reticle becomes absent. Unknown function.
  • If you power the unit on by pressing the "NV" button unit will start in night mode with very dim reticle.

Battery

The Sightmark Core Shot A-Spec is powered by a single CR2032 battery. Should the reticle illumination grow dim or fail to illuminate, the battery will need to be replaced.

To install a new battery:

  1. Unscrew the battery cap (4) counterclockwise.
  2. Insert the new battery into the battery compartment with the positive (+) side inserted first.
  3. Screw the battery cap on clockwise until firmly secure. Use a flat head screwdriver. Do not over tighten.

Note:

  1. The Core Shot A-Spec is equipped with automatic shutoff. To save battery life, the unit will turn off after 1 hour of use
  2. The Core Shot A-Spec is equipped with low battery indication. When the battery has 1 hour of battery life remaining, the reticle will blink every 2 seconds.

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