Revic Acura BR10 Gen 2 Binoculars

[JBahr]

Figured it out. From the manual "To access previous range data: While holding the MENU button -> Press the FIRE button -> Release both buttons simultaneously."

What you are looking at is the COM Firmware. Need to see the Bino on the bino

Yup, saw the other thread. Thanks for the help. I have 2.2. Called and left a voicemail.

 

[Aaron Davidson]

UPDATE:

5.4.2 is available to manually update at Google Play store or Apple App Store.

If you have subscribed for automatic updates, it is a rolling release to 100% over the next week.

 

[307_timberstalker]

@Formidilosus
You’re probably the best to answer this based on your conclusion that you will never run a 2 piece kit of RF and Bino.
I’m torn between the BR4 and the Gen 2 bino.
My hold up is the weather. Being in Wyoming, the wind and cold is the harsh reality. Emphasize the wind. I glass off a tripod more than any thing 8x Zeiss and only pop the spotter out to check antler size.
My fear I guess is if I have the Revic binos up on the tripod in the cold windy conditions to just pick apart the landscape, I am compromising them for when I actually need them to range accurately.
My initial thought is that having the BR4 with my normal 8x binos allows me to keep the range finder warm and ready until needed to work.
However, I hate using 2 pieces of gear when 1 can do both tasks. I would much rather run 1 bino/rf setup.
In your experience so far, have you found any weakness in the binos electronics when they’ve been out in the elements, especially cold and windy….down to single digit temps, after being used as your primary glassing tool for a day?

Do you use the Revics as your primary glassing tool for a hunt? Or do you run a separate bino to do most of the eye work and the Revic is more of your lazing tool. You have sold me on Revic for their lasers and ballistic solvers on board.

 

[Aaron Davidson]

@Formidilosus
You’re probably the best to answer this based on your conclusion that you will never run a 2 piece kit of RF and Bino.
I’m torn between the BR4 and the Gen 2 bino.
My hold up is the weather. Being in Wyoming, the wind and cold is the harsh reality. Emphasize the wind. I glass off a tripod more than any thing 8x Zeiss and only pop the spotter out to check antler size.
My fear I guess is if I have the Revic binos up on the tripod in the cold windy conditions to just pick apart the landscape, I am compromising them for when I actually need them to range accurately.
My initial thought is that having the BR4 with my normal 8x binos allows me to keep the range finder warm and ready until needed to work.
However, I hate using 2 pieces of gear when 1 can do both tasks. I would much rather run 1 bino/rf setup.
In your experience so far, have you found any weakness in the binos electronics when they’ve been out in the elements, especially cold and windy….down to single digit temps, after being used as your primary glassing tool for a day?

Do you use the Revics as your primary glassing tool for a hunt? Or do you run a separate bino to do most of the eye work and the Revic is more of your lazing tool. You have sold me on Revic for their lasers and ballistic solvers on board.

BR10 is primary glassing tool. Exposed to env conditions is actually preferred (for weather sensors). Laser and display work well below reasonable hunting temps, that is not a concern.

 

[Formidilosus]

@Formidilosus
You’re probably the best to answer this based on your conclusion that you will never run a 2 piece kit of RF and Bino.
I’m torn between the BR4 and the Gen 2 bino.
My hold up is the weather. Being in Wyoming, the wind and cold is the harsh reality. Emphasize the wind. I glass off a tripod more than any thing 8x Zeiss and only pop the spotter out to check antler size.
My fear I guess is if I have the Revic binos up on the tripod in the cold windy conditions to just pick apart the landscape, I am compromising them for when I actually need them to range accurately.
My initial thought is that having the BR4 with my normal 8x binos allows me to keep the range finder warm and ready until needed to work.
However, I hate using 2 pieces of gear when 1 can do both tasks. I would much rather run 1 bino/rf setup.
In your experience so far, have you found any weakness in the binos electronics when they’ve been out in the elements, especially cold and windy….down to single digit temps, after being used as your primary glassing tool for a day?

Do you use the Revics as your primary glassing tool for a hunt? Or do you run a separate bino to do most of the eye work and the Revic is more of your lazing tool. You have sold me on Revic for their lasers and ballistic solvers on board.

I use both whatever 8/10x bino LRF I ah e at the time and usually 15x bibos about evenly for glassing. The ballistic RF must stay out in the elements for sensors to pull the required data- keeping it warm means it doesn’t give you the real solution.
As for cold soaking with the Revics- nope. They have been excellent to well below 0° F for days and days- they stay in my unheated truck or trailer at all times, and it is very cold here for several months. Zero issues.

 

[307_timberstalker]

BR10 is primary glassing tool. Exposed to env conditions is actually preferred (for weather sensors). Laser and display work well below reasonable hunting temps, that is not a concern.

Well, you sold me on the new gen 2s. Ordered a pair. Have you noticed any issues or heard of any one reporting problems carrying them in the marsupial harness? The magnetic lid specifically? Wondering if I get a magnet-less style or keep what I have been using

 

[Aaron Davidson]

Well, you sold me on the new gen 2s. Ordered a pair. Have you noticed any issues or heard of any one reporting problems carrying them in the marsupial harness? The magnetic lid specifically? Wondering if I get a magnet-less style or keep what I have been using

This is a great question. My personal opinion was yes, but we ran a test for 6 months in that exact harness and never saw a compass deviation. I had to change my opinion (ouch)!

When we did the Gen 1 smart scope (Revic PMR), if you mounted the scope too low in a chromoly action, it would cause all sorts of hell with the magnetic feilds. The elevation encoder had two, that already influenced the magnetometer detecting compass heading. We had to write code that adjusted for the influence as you turned the elevation turret. In the Gen 2 Radikl smart scope, the magnetometer is on the eyepiece on the top.

 

[307_timberstalker]

This is a great question. My personal opinion was yes, but we ran a test for 6 months in that exact harness and never saw a compass deviation. I had to change my opinion (ouch)!

When we did the Gen 1 smart scope (Revic PMR), if you mounted the scope too low in a chromoly action, it would cause all sorts of hell with the magnetic feilds. The elevation encoder had two, that already influenced the magnetometer detecting compass heading. We had to write code that adjusted for the influence as you turned the elevation turret. In the Gen 2 Radikl smart scope, the magnetometer is on the eyepiece on the top.

Thanks Aaron,
Acuras show up today according to UPS, can’t wait to put them in the field

 

[glock233]

Also, heads up on firware version. A couple hundred units that went to dealers pre-launch have firmware version 2.2 installed.

We increase the RF performance SIGNIFICANTLY (think 50% +) with a new firmware version 2.4. BR10s with 2.2 can be returned for factory update at no charge (we'll cover return shipping). Contact Gunwerks Customer Service to arrange at your convenience 307-296-7300

You might want to have your team update the ones you have on hand. I just got one direct with FW 2.2.

 

[307_timberstalker]

You might want to have your team update the ones you have on hand. I just got one direct with FW 2.2.

How’d you check to see which firmware you have? I never bothered to look. I received mine Wednesday

 

[glock233]

How’d you check to see which firmware you have? I never bothered to look. I received mine Wednesday

Follow the user manual instructions for checking previous range data. It’s at the bottom of that list.

 

[waspocrew]

Was able to spend some time with these today. Glass is noticeably better than the Gen 1. Ranges incredibly fast.

Will be buying for sure.

 

[307_timberstalker]

Does everyone else’s display come in on an angle? I have to tilt the binos to my left to level out the display, I have heard people say they’ve experienced this with other brands. Is this just common with RF binos? Doesn’t bother me enough, just an observation

 

[glock233]

Does everyone else’s display come in on an angle? I have to tilt the binos to my left to level out the display, I have heard people say they’ve experienced this with other brands. Is this just common with RF binos? Doesn’t bother me enough, just an observation

It shouldn’t do that.

 

[mtnbound]

Does everyone else’s display come in on an angle? I have to tilt the binos to my left to level out the display, I have heard people say they’ve experienced this with other brands. Is this just common with RF binos? Doesn’t bother me enough, just an observation

For the money these cost, I would doubt that's normal. I would contact them or send Aaron a DM.

 

[AZ Gator]

Does everyone else’s display come in on an angle? I have to tilt the binos to my left to level out the display, I have heard people say they’ve experienced this with other brands. Is this just common with RF binos? Doesn’t bother me enough, just an observation

It is mostly likely due to the angle you need to adjust the binos to your eye width. The screen is set for a certain angle, and can’t rotate, so the angle you need for clear picture through both lenses is a bit different than the factory set “average user”.

I have a narrow eye spacing, so I’ve noticed most RF binos are slightly off on horizontal for me. I don’t let it bother me.

 

[pattimusprime22]

It is mostly likely due to the angle you need to adjust the binos to your eye width. The screen is set for a certain angle, and can’t rotate, so the angle you need for clear picture through both lenses is a bit different than the factory set “average user”.

I have a narrow eye spacing, so I’ve noticed most RF binos are slightly off on horizontal for me. I don’t let it bother me.

This is the right answer

 

[307_timberstalker]

It is mostly likely due to the angle you need to adjust the binos to your eye width. The screen is set for a certain angle, and can’t rotate, so the angle you need for clear picture through both lenses is a bit different than the factory set “average user”.

I have a narrow eye spacing, so I’ve noticed most RF binos are slightly off on horizontal for me. I don’t let it bother me.

This makes sense. My eyeballs are so close.
Just finished a week of guiding and can say it didn’t bother or affect the performance. Looking back now I don’t even think I noticed it

 

[keystone112]

Rookie question.

Is it correct that with the BR10 Gen 2 and the companion app, you don’t really need to use a Kestrel?

 

[glock233]

Rookie question.

Is it correct that with the BR10 Gen 2 and the companion app, you don’t really need to use a Kestrel?

Rookie question.

Is it correct that with the BR10 Gen 2 and the companion app, you don’t really need to use a Kestrel?

Some of the functions are similar. But a Kestrel will give you more accurate wind. And Kestrels tie into the Applied Ballistics ecosystem. The Revic setup is its own ecosystem.