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- Page 1 Operation Manual NIGHT VISION MONOCULAR / GOGGLES NVS 14 105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON, M2H 2S5, Canada...
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- Page 3 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Read prior to activation. You have purchased a sophisticated electronic device. To operate it properly, please read this manual carefully. Ignoring operation procedures described in this manual will void your warranty. NEVER disassemble the unit. This device contains a source of high voltage, which may be hazardous to your health.
- Page 4 Precautions NVS 14 is a sophisticated precise optical instrument equipped with electronics. It should be handled with due care: Do not touch the optical surfaces other than for cleaning. Doing so may damage the anti-reflection coating. Clean optical surfaces with professional lens cleaning supplies.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS OVERVIEW ..............3 DELIVERY SET.............. 5 Optional accessories..........5 SPECIFICATIONS ............6 UNIT DESIGN..............7 IMAGE INTENSIFIER TUBE SPECIFICATIONS..8 Main parameters............ 9 Spatial frequency-contrast characteristics (MTF)10 Field of view cleanness ........10 Schematic drawing..........11 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ........12 Installing battery .......... - Page 6 6.11 Demist shield and sacrificial window ....18 6.12 Using the camera / video adapter ......18 6.13 Using the helmet mount ........18 6.14 Mounting on a rifle ..........20 6.15 Using with a daytime riflescope......21 6.16 Binocular configuration ........22 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........
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Page 7: Overview
1. OVERVIEW NVS 14 (the unit) is an optoelectronic monocular, intended for observation of objects and orientation at night or under dark conditions. The unit is equipped with a generation 2+ or 3 image intensifier tube, which amplifies low light, such as moonlight, starlight or man-made light. - Page 8 Optional helmet mount allows combatant operations Optional weapon mount allows night shooting or also be used in conjunction with halosight Optional bridge allows combining two monoculars into a binocular configuration Waterproof design (1 meter deep immersion for 30 minutes) ...
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Page 9: Delivery Set
2. DELIVERY SET Standard* Delivery Set includes: Quantity NVS 14 unit Arm mount Headgear set Lens cap / Battery cover Manual Lens cleaning kit Carrying bag (soft) AA Battery Warranty card Optional accessories US mount clip Bridge Demist shield Hard case... -
Page 10: Specifications
3. SPECIFICATIONS NVS 14 NVS 14 1x lens 3x lens Magnification Field of view 40 13 Focus range, m 0.25- 3- Exit pupil diameter, mm Eye relief, mm 5 Dioptric correction 3V CR-123 Lithium battery, 1 pc. Power supply 1.5 V AA Alkaline battery, 1 pc. -
Page 11: Unit Design
4. UNIT DESIGN FIGURE 1 On / Off and IR illuminator switch Battery compartment cover with battery type adapter Infrared illuminator and light sensor Battery compartment Objective lens with lens cap Tightening screw Eyepiece with eyecup Release button Headgear 10. Dovetail platform... -
Page 12: Image Intensifier Tube Specifications
5. IMAGE INTENSIFIER TUBE SPECIFICATIONS The unit utilizes a small size inverting image intensifier with direct image transfer. The tube contains a microchannel plate, multi-alkaline metal S-25 (NC tube type) or GaAs (N3 tube type) photocathode, yellow-green screen and built-in electronic high voltage DC to DC converter. -
Page 13: Main Parameters
Main parameters Model NVS 14-2 XT NVS 14-3 HD NVS 14-3 XT Generation ITT Model NC063631IC N3063631IC N3XT3631IC ITT Resolution, min 54 lp/mm 51 lp/mm 57 lp/mm Photocathode operating 17.5 17.5 17.5 diameter, mm Photocathode type S-25 GaAs GaAs Photocathode sensitivity,... -
Page 14: Spatial Frequency-Contrast Characteristics (Mtf)10
Spatial frequency-contrast characteristics (MTF) Frequency, HD Grade XT Grade lp/mm 0.87 0.88 0.67 0.72 15.0 0.42 0.50 Field of view cleanness SPOTS DIAMETER ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 Ø5.6MM Ø5.6-Ø14.7MM Ø14.7-Ø17.5MM IN MICRONS > 230 150 - 230 75 - 150... -
Page 15: Schematic Drawing
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Page 16: Operation Instructions
6. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Installing battery Unit is supplied with uninstalled battery. Prior to installing the battery, make sure the switch (1, Fig.1) is in the OFF position and the lens cap is on. The unit can operate on either AA Alkaline or CR-123 Lithium battery. -
Page 17: Switching The Unit Off
low battery voltage. For an uninterrupted operation keep a fresh battery ready and replace it on time. Bright red indicator reminds the user that the IR illuminator is on (for more details on illuminator see 6.9). In the daytime with lens cap on it is normal to observe a fuzzy image. -
Page 18: Focusing
the eyepiece screen by focusing the eyepiece lens (4, Fig. 1) and then the objective lens (3, Fig. 1). Focusing To obtain a sharp image at some other distances adjust the lens focus (3, Fig. 1) leaving the eyepiece setting intact. You should be able to obtain a sharp image for distances from 2-10m to infinity. -
Page 19: Using The Unit With Headgear Or Helmet
Technical drawing of US clip mount FIGURE 3 “Swing arm” mount Unit groove Grooved pad Flip button Locking knob US clip mount Using the unit with headgear or helmet The unit is supplied with headgear (5, Fig. 1). Prior to using the headgear adjust its straps so that the headgear fits the head comfortably but firmly and does not slide off when you are moving. -
Page 20: Swinging Head Mounted Unit For Unobstructed View
To set comfortable eye-relief (the distance between your eye and the eyepiece), loosen tightening screw (8, Fig. 1) on the headgear and move the unit, then tighten the locking screw. To use the unit with PASGT head and helmet mount unscrew the grooved pad (2, Fig. -
Page 21: Installation Of Add-On Lenses
Do not apply excessive pressure. Make sure that the lens is fixed well on the monocular. To return the monocular back to 1x magnification, pull off the lens. FIGURE 4 NVS 14 with attached 3x lens... -
Page 22: Demist Shield And Sacrificial Window
6.11 Demist shield and sacrificial window Note: Demist Shield and Sacrificial Window are optional. Sacrificial window protects the objective lens from the abrasive influence of sand and dust in the night time. It should be put on the objective lens like an objective cap with the daylight filter. Demist shield filter protects the eyepiece against fogging. - Page 23 FIGURE 6. Helmet mount Locking screw Flip-flop adjusting screws Flip/flop button Mount binding screw The unit is fixed to the mount by the locking screw (1, Fig. 6). To adjust the position of the unit to your eye level use the screw (4, Fig. 6). To adjust the eye relief first loosen the locking screw (1, Fig.6) and set a comfortable distance between the eyes and the eyepiece;...
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Page 24: Mounting On A Rifle
The unit can be mounted on a rifle with Picatinny mount adapter (MIL-STD-1913). The optical axle of the monocular coincides with the rifle’s Picatinny rail. FIGURE 7. NVS 14 with Picatinny adapter. Two types of weapon mount adapters are available – Fig.7 and Fig. -
Page 25: Using With A Daytime Riflescope
The advantages of the ‘Quick Release’ mount are: Quick removal and installation of the device; Foolproof design; FIGURE 8 Quick Release adapter “Accu-torque” screw Latch with spring Increased reliability. 6.15 Using with a daytime riflescope Although the unit does not contain a reticle and thus cannot be used as a riflescope, being mounted on a daytime riflescope or red-dot sight, it enables aiming at night. -
Page 26: Binocular Configuration
6.16 Binocular configuration Two units can be combined into dual channel goggles/binoculars with the help of an optional bridge. Optional lens can be attached to form a binocular 3x system. To form a double-unit system use the dovetail platform (10, Fig.1) located on both sides of the unit. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
7. TROUBLESHOOTING No green light through eyepieces Check that the batteries are installed properly. Check the charge of the batteries. Replace them if they are weak. Image is unclear Check if the lenses are foggy or dusty. Clean them if necessary. If the image is still unfocused –... -
Page 28: Warranty
8. WARRANTY NEWCON warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of the original purchase. Longer warranty is available, subject to the terms of the specific sales contract. Should your Newcon product prove to be defective during this period, please deliver the product securely packaged in its original container or an equivalent, along with the proof of the original purchase date, to your Newcon Dealer. -
Page 29: Customer Support
9. CUSTOMER SUPPORT Should you experience any difficulties with your Newcon Optik product, consult this manual first. If the problem remains, contact our Customer Support Department at +1(416) 663-6963 or toll free at 1-877-368-6666 (North America only). Our operating hours are 9am-5pm, Monday - Friday, Eastern Standard Time. -
Page 30: Acceptance Certificate
ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE Image Intensifier Tube serial number: _____________________ Minimum Measured 54 (NVS14-2XT) Resolution, lp/mm 51 (NVS14-3HD) 57 (NVS14-3XT) 500 (NVS14-2XT) Photocathode sensitivity, integral, 1200 (NVS14-3HD) A/lm 1600 (NVS14-3XT) Light amplification 35,000 Date of production:__________________________________ Quality Inspector: ___________________________________... - Page 31 NIGHT VISION DEVICE NVS 14-2/XT NVS 14-3/HD NVS 14-3/XT Unit serial number: _________________________________ The unit complies with all technical specifications and has passed the inspection. Date of production: _________________________________ Quality Inspector: __________________________________ Quality Assurance Seal...
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