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- Page 1 Night Vision PD-PRO-16B Night Vision Binocular User's Manual...
- Page 2 Night Vision p. 2...
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Page 3: Safety
Damage to the image intensifier can occur if subjected to a strong light source such as daylight for extended periods, even when power is switched off. Never point the PD-PRO-16B towards a bright light source such as the sun. City lights, car lights or •... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Night Vision Table of Contents SAFETY................................4 Chapter 1 ................................5 Scope of Manual ............................. 5 PD-PRO-16B Night Vision binocular ......................5 General Description ..........................5 Main Operational Components ......................6 Technical Data ............................9 NVLS-24 Adapter ............................10 Diver’s Version MINIMUS-BINO-SUB .......................10 Cleaning ................................11... - Page 5 21.4 Replace Anti-fog / Demist lens ...................... 22 21.5 Replace Sacrificial Lens ........................22 List of Figures Figure 1 PD-PRO-16B Different Versions ........................6 Figure 2 NVLS-EVO Components Location ......................6 Figure 3 NVLS-PD-PRO-16B Operating Principle ....................8 Figure 4 NVLS-24 Adapter ............................
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Page 6: Chapter 1
The system operates under every ambient temperature from -40ºC to +55ºC. The PD-PRO-16B includes LOW BAT indicator (LED green) in the top of field of view of right arm, and IR activation indicator (LED red) in the top of field of view left arm that providing indications to operator about state of the system. -
Page 7: Main Operational Components
Figure 1- MINIMUS-BINO Different Versions Main Operational Components The PD-PRO-16B is composed of the following main operational components (see Figure 2): • Operation switch • Objectives cover • Objectives focus • Diopters rings • Eye-guards • IR LED illuminator •... - Page 8 Position 2: "ON". In this position the device is on when each arm is aligned with the eye of the operator. This position activates the PD-PRO-16B for the use in manual mode, as observation binocular; the main magnetic sensor is disabled.
- Page 9 It is attached to the eyepiece and provides continuous adjustment from -6 to +2 diopters. 2.2.4. IR LED Illuminator The PD-PRO-16B is equipped with a built-in IR 935 nm diode (almost invisible for Gen 3 IIT), which gives additional close-range covert illumination. The illuminator is activated by setting the operating switch to IR position.
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Page 10: Technical Data
Night Vision The tube also contains Automatic Brightness Control (ABC) and Bright Source Protection (BSP) and Auto Gated power supply, that gives a steady state of screen brightness under varying light conditions and high resolution, including conditions normally too bright for a night vision device. 2.3. -
Page 11: Nvls-24 Adapter
Diver’s Version PD-PRO-16B SUB (Only for submersible version) The optional diver’s face mask enables positioning of a single PD-PRO-16B SUB in front of the diver's eye without using his hands, while wearing a diver's mask. The PD-PRO-16B SUB in this configuration is water-tight, eliminating the need for additional sealing of the PD-PRO-16B SUB before entering the water and enabling immediate re-use of the PD-PRO-16B SUB when out of the water. -
Page 12: Cleaning
Night Vision CAUTION Typically, the PD-PRO-16B is not designed for under-water operations. Use only the PD-PRO-16B SUB, which is specially designed to withstand depths of up to 20m and equipped with Plano-Plano windows. CAUTION FIRMLY TIGHTEN THE LENS BEFORE IMMERSION. -
Page 13: Carrying And Storage Soft Case
6.3. Carrying and storage soft case The soft case (figure 8) is a user configurable system used for carrying the PD-PRO-16B under field conditions or for storing it inside the hard case. The soft case provides protection from field damages. -
Page 14: Demist Shield
6.6. Demist Shield The demist shield (see Figure 11) prevents the eyepiece from fogging over when the PD-PRO-16B is cold or being used in cold and humid conditions. It is made of plastic and is installed between the eye-guard and the eyepiece. The demist shield must be handled by the edge only. Special attention shall be paid to cleaning and handling of the shield (see paragraph 3.2.1). -
Page 15: Chapter 2
Battery Installation CAUTION The PD-PRO-16B is powered by a single 1.5V "AA" size alkaline or lithium battery. Do not use any other type of battery. Batteries with a higher voltage will damage the MINIMUS-BINO. Turn the battery cap counterclockwise to remove it from the battery compartment. -
Page 16: External Battery Pack Connection (Optional)
When the PD-PRO-16B is removed from the head mount or helmet mount and the main switch are at position ‘OFF/M’, the magnetic switch automatically turns the unit off. To operate the PD-PRO-16B as a stand-alone device, turn the operation switch to the “ON” position. p. 16... -
Page 17: General Operating Guidelines
NOTE -The battery in this condition will allow approximately 30 minutes of operation. Head-Mounted Operation Head mounted operation refers to using of the PD-PRO-16B along with a head mount (option), helmet mount (option) or diver’s mask (option). 15.1. Ergonomic Head Mount The new ergonomic head mount allows the use of the same BINOCULAR helmet adapter. -
Page 18: Fitting The Head Mount
Position the clutch adapter in the fully forward position. When using a single PD-PRO-16B, it should be first placed in front of the required eye and then adjusted. Moving of the PD-PRO-16B from eye to eye is done by releasing the central locking screw, pushing the arm slightly away from the face until it is released from the dent, moving towards the other eye until it engages the second dent and locking again the central screw. -
Page 19: Head/Helmet-Mounted, Pd-Pro-16Boperations
Does not focus on an object yet; put your palm over the objective front lens, to only allow a small amount of light into the PD-PRO-16B. Once set for your eye, it should not require further adjustment during operation. -
Page 20: Transportation And Storage
Make sure that the objective protective cover is in position. Carry out a visual inspection of the PD-PRO-16B and the accessories. Clean and dry the PD-PRO-16B and accessories. Place the PD-PRO-16B in the tactical bags and the accessories in the hard-shell case. p. 20... -
Page 21: Chapter 3
Operation Switch NOTE To test the operation of the PD-PRO-16B with the operation switch in the ON-M position, the PD-PRO-16B must be installed in the correct position in front of the left or right eye on the adapter assembly. Install a battery and set the operation switch to all three positions. Make sure that the PD-PRO-16B operates correctly in each switch position. -
Page 22: Demist Shield
Use a soft brush to remove excess dirt and grit. Make sure that the battery compartment cap is tightly closed. Use soapy water and a lint-free cloth to wipe clean the PD-PRO-16B and the accessories. Use a lint-free cloth to dry the PD-PRO-16B and the accessories. -
Page 23: Replace Eye-Guard
BEFORE IMMERSION, SCREW AND TIGHTEN FIRMLY THE LENS. 23.5. Replace Sacrificial Lens Make sure the PD-PRO-16B is turned off and remove the objective cover. Turn the old Anti-fog lens CCW to remove it. Clean, if necessary, the new Anti-fog lens, and screw it into the objective by turning CW. - Page 24 Night Vision NOTES p. 24...
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