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SAFETY SUMMARY Before operating this product, carefully read and study this Operation and Maintenance Manual. The PVS-14 and 6015 is a precision electron-optical instrument, and requires careful handling. To avoid damage to the equipment or physical harm to the user when operating the PVS-14 and 6015, follow all WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and NOTES. Below you will find definitions of the following alerts that appear throughout this Manual: WARNING — Identifies a clear danger to the person operating the equipment.
CAUTION: • The PVS-14 and 6015 are precision optical instruments and must be handled carefully at all times to prevent damage. • Be careful when leaving the helmet mount in the flipped up position or removing the helmet mount from the helmet, damage can result. • Do not scratch the external lens surfaces or touch them with your fingers. • Wiping demisting shield with lens paper while wet or with wet lens paper can damage the coating.
LIST OF CONTENTS TITLE Safety Summary List of Contents List of Figures How to Use This Manual 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 General Information 1.1.1 Type of Manual 1.1.2 Model Number and Equipment Name 1.1.3 Purpose of Equipment 1.1.4 Reporting Equipment Improvement Recommendations 1.2 Warranty Information and Registration 1.2.1 Warranty Information 1.2.2 Limitation of Liability 1.2.3 Product Warranty Registration 1.2.4 Obtaining Warranty Service 1.3 Cross References 1.4 List of Abbreviations 1.5 Glossary 2.
3.3.10 Installation of Weapon Mount 3.3.11 Installation of Compass Caution 3.3.12 Installation of 3x Magnifier 3.4 Operating Procedures 3.4.1 Hand-Held Operation 3.4.2 Head Mounted Operation 3.4.3 Helmet Mounted Operation 3.4.4 Weapon Mounted Operation 3.4.5 IR Source Operations 3.4.6 Operation with Compass 3.4.7 Operation with 3x Magnifier 3.4.8 Operation with Gain Control 3.4.9 Preparation for Storage 3.5 Operation under Unusual Condition 3.5.1 Operation in Dusty or Sandy Areas 3.5.
3-3. Shading 3-4. Edge Glow 3-5. Bright Spots and Emission Points 3-6. Fixed-Pattern Noise 3-7. Chicken Wire 3-8. Battery, Eyecup and Eyeguard Installation 3-9. MUNVM Headmount Adjustments 3-10. Headmount/Helmet Mount Adapter Installation 3-11. Installation of Helmet Mount 3-12. Helmet Mount 3-13. Reassembly of Helmet Mount 3-14. Weapon Mount Usage 3-15. Locating the Magnet 3-16. Compass Installation 3-17. 3X Magnifier Installation 3-18. 3X Magnifier Installation with Focus Ring Adapter 3-19.
1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1.1 TYPE OF MANUAL Operation and Maintenance. 1.1.2 Model Number and Equipment Name PVS-14 Multi-Use Night Vision Monocular. 6015 Multi-Use Night Vision Monocular. 1.1.3 PURPOSE of Equipment To provide the operator with the ability to observe at night under moonlight and starlight conditions.
1.2 warranty INFORMATION and Registration 1.2.1 WARRANTY INFORMATION This product is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase.
1.2.4 Obtaining Warranty Service To obtain warranty service on your unit, the End-user (Customer) must notify the Armasight service department via email. Send any requests to service@armasight.com to receive a Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA). When returning any device, please take in the product to your retailer, or send the product, postage paid and with a copy of your sales receipt, to Armasight Corporation’s service center at the address listed above.
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1.5 GLOSSARY BLACK SPOTS. These are cosmetic blemishes in the image intensifier of the MUNVM or dirt or debris between the lenses. BRIGHT SPOTS. These defects can appear in the image area of the MUNVM. This condition is caused by a flaw in the film on the microchannel plate. A bright spot is a small, nonuniform, bright area that may flicker or appear constant. Bright spots usually go away when the light is blocked out and are cosmetic blemishes that are signal induced. BROWPADS.
SHADING. The viewed image should be a full circle. If shading is present, you will not see a fully circular image. Shading is indicative of a dying photocathode and is caused by a defective vacuum seal of the image intensifier. Shading is very dark and you cannot see an image through it. WARNING. Conditions, practices, or procedures that must be observed to avoid personal injury or loss of life.
2 DESCRIPTION AND DATA 2.1 EQUIPMENT description 2.2.1. EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURES The PVS-14/6015 is a hand-held, headmounted, helmet mounted, or weapon mounted night vision system that enables walking, weapon firing, short-range surveillance, map reading, vehicle maintenance, and administering first aid in both moonlight and starlight. Each unit allows for vertical adjustment (by using head strap), fore-and-aft adjustment, objective lens focus and eyepiece focus.
HEAD/HELMET MOUNT ADAPTER WEAPON MOUNT BATTERY CARTRIDGE TETHERING CORD HEADMOUNT THIN BROWPAD HELMET MOUNT MEDIUM AND THICK BROWPADS CARRYING CASE OPERATOR’S MANUAL LENS PAPER NECK CORD DEMIST SHIELD SACRIFICIAL WINDOW BATTERy EYEGUARD OBJECTIVE LENS CAP CARRYING CASE STRAP MONOCULAR Figure 2-1. Components of NVMPS COMPASS 3X MAGNIFIER (ADDITIONAL ITEM) Figure 2-2.
(see Figure 2-1. for details) SHIPPING AND STORAGE CASE Figure 2-3. Shipping and storage cases for PVS-14/6015 EYEPIECE LENS OBJECTIVE LENS POWER SWITCH BATTERY CAp GAIN CONTROL Figure 2-4. Multi-Use Night Vision Monocular c. Helmet Mount This item (Figure 2-1), secures the monocular to the Personal Armor System Ground Troops (PASGT) helmet allowing freehand support for use with a weapon, protective mask and/or other purposes. The new helmet mount is made of a ruggedized metal.
for shoulder and leg strap attachment. A carrying case strap is also provided which can be attached to the two D-rings on the back of the carrying case. g. Shipping and Storage Case The NVMPS is supplied in a shipping and storage case (Figure 2-3). 2.2.3. EQUIPMENT DATA The following tables provide information pertaining to the operational, electrical, mechanical, optical, and environmental characteristics for the monocular. Table 2-1.
2.3 principles of operation 2.3.1. MECHANICAL FUNCTIONS The mechanical functions of the NVMPS allow for differences in the physical features of individual operators and provide for operating the system. These functions include the power switch, eye relief adjustment, diopter adjustment, gain control, and objective focus. The mechanical controls are identified in Figure 2-5.
2.3.3. ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT FUNCTION The electronic circuit regulates the direct current voltage from the battery to the image intensifier and IR source as required. It also monitors the output voltage of the battery and turns on a low-battery indicator when the available battery voltage is 1.9 – 2.1 Vdc. a. Power Source The electronic circuit is powered by one battery. b. High Light Cut-Off The monocular will automatically cut off after 70 ±30 seconds of operation in daylight or bright room light.
3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 Description and Use of Operator’s Controls and Indicators NOTE: The MUNVM is a precision electro-optical instrument, so handle it carefully. If the equipment fails to operate, refer to the Troubleshooting Procedures in Chapter 4. 3.1.1. OPERATOR CONTROLS AND INDICATORS The MUNVM is designed to adjust for different users and corrects for most differences in eyesight. The controls and indicators for the MUNVM are shown in Figure 3-1, which are described in Table 3-1.
NOTE: Low battery indicator and IR source “on” indicator are visible in eyepiece lens. Table 3-1. MONOCULAR CONTROLS AND INDICATORS CONTROLS AND INDICATORS FUNCTIONS Controls monocular and IR source, ON or OFF. Power Switch RESET/OFF Same as system OFF. Also resets monocular after high light cut-off. ON Monocular activated. IR/PULL Turn the knob clockwise to momentarily activate the IR source. Pull and turn the knob clockwise from the ON position to continuously activate theIR source.
3.2 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) 3.2.1. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES a. General To ensure the readiness of the MUNVM, perform the preventive maintenance procedures in accordance with Table 2.2, prior to each mission. Preventive maintenance procedures include inspection, cleaning, and performance of the checkout procedures. b. Warnings and Cautions Always observe the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS appearing in the table. Warnings and cautions appear before applicable procedures.
Table 3-1. Preventive maintenance procedures ITEM INTERVAL NO. CHECK/SERVICE PROCEDURE 1 Before Open carrying case and check the inventory items MONOCULAR 2 Before/ Optical After Surfaces 3 Before/ Battery Cap After Housing Inspect all lenses (objective, eyepiece, IR lens and high light cut-off window) for dirt, fingerprint residue, chips, or cracks. If necessary, clean and dry lenses with water and lens tissue. Inspect external surfaces for cracks or damage.
table 3-1. continued ITEM INTERVAL NO. 4 5 6 7 8 CHECK/SERVICE PROCEDURE Before/ Monocular After Inspect for cracks or damage. Scratches, cracks, chips and gouges are OK if operation is not affected. Before/ Eyepiece Lens Rotate diopter adjustment to make After sure the eyepiece lens moves freely and is not loose. Range is approximately ½ turn. Before/ Eyecup Inspect for dirt, dust, cracked or torn After eyecup. Inspect for bent, broken, or improperly fitting eyepiece lens.
table 3-1. continued ITEM INTERVAL NO. 12 CHECK/SERVICE Before/ Socket After 13 Before /After Eye Relief Adjustment 14 Before /After Straps 15 Before /After Socket 16 Before /After Fore-and-Aft Adjustment PROCEDURE Inspect for dirt, dust, or corrosion. Insert monocular latch into socket to verify secure attachment of monocular to headmount. If necessary, clean socket with water. Press the eye relief adjustment and check for free motion. Inspect for damage.
table 3-1. continued ITEM INTERVAL NO. 21 Before /After CHECK/SERVICE Compass 22 Before /After 3X Magnifier (Additional Authorized Item) 23 Before /After Case 24 Before /After Shoulder Strap PROCEDURE NOT FULLY MISSION CAPABLE IF Inspect for dirt, dust, scratches, or Damaged or compass is not damage. If necessary, clean with water visible. and dry with lens tissue. Install compass and turn on monocular. When the illumination button is depressed, compass should be visible.
NOTE: • The resolution test must be performed in a darkened area. Your eyes must be dark-adapted to perform this test. Review the following test procedure before entering the dark area. • Expect cosmetic blemishes, such as chicken wire, black spots, and fixed-pattern noise, to stand out while viewing through the TS-4348/UV Test Set when it is on the high light level. This is acceptable. • The rejection of any MUNVM for cosmetic defects must be based on an outdoor evaluation and not the TS-4348/UV Test Set.
(9) The MUNVM must be able to resolve Group 3, Element 5, under high light conditions to pass the test. If the monocular does not pass the test, send it to a higher level of maintenance for repair. NOTE: When using the TS-4348/UV Test Set, you are not viewing the entire image intensifier. Therefore, operational and cosmetic inspections must be done without the test set as specified in paragraph 3.2.3. (10) Look for flashing, flickering, or other nonstable behavior of the image intensifier.
NOTE: Make sure the shading is not the result of improper eye-relief adjustment (refer to paragraph 3.4.2). (2) Edge Glow. Edge glow is a bright area (sometimes sparkling) in the outer portion of the viewing area (see Figure 3-4). To check for edge glow, block out all light by cupping a hand over the objective lens. If the image intensifier is displaying edge glow the bright area will still show up. Return the MUNVM to the maintainer. Edge Glow Figure 3-4.
(2) Emission Points. A steady or fluctuating pinpoint of bright light in image area that does not go away when all light is blocked from the objective lens of the monocular (Figure 3-5). The position of an emission point within the image area does not move. Not all emission points make the MUNVM rejectable. Make sure any emission point is not simply a point light source in the scene you are viewing.
3.3 Assembly and Preparation for Use 3.3.1. UNPACKING The following steps must be accomplished prior to each mission where the MUNVM is used. CAUTION: Relieve air pressure inside shipping and storage case by pressing in on opposite sides of the case before releasing latches. (1) Release the latch securing top of shipping and storage case and open. (2) Check contents for completeness (see Figure 2-1). (3) Remove carrying case.
(3) Replace the battery cap and screw cap hand tight. SACRIFICIAL WINDOW EYECUP DEMIST SHIELD BATTERY CAp EYEGUARD battery Figure 3-8. Battery, Eyecup and Eyeguard Installation 3.3.3. INSTALLATION OF EYECUP OR EYEGUARD Perform the following procedure to install eyecup or eyeguard onto the monocular. Refer to Figure 3-8. (1) Carefully press the eyecup or eyeguard over the end of the eyepiece lens. (2) Rotate the eyecup or eyeguard into proper viewing position. Adjust for best fit.
(1) If the objective lens cap is in place, remove it. (2) Carefully push the sacrificial window onto the objective lens until it stops. Turn the sacrificial window clockwise until it snaps into place. 3.3.6. INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT OF HEADMOUNT Perform the following procedures for donning the headmount. NOTE: Do not don the headmount while the monocular is attached.
NOTE: After installing the monocular, minor strap adjustments may be necessary to achieve comfort. (8) Install the headmount/helmet mount adapter (refer to paragraph 3.3.7). (9) Refer to paragraph 3.4.2. for operating procedures. 3.3.7. INSTALLATION OF HEADMOUNT/HELMET MOUNT ADAPTER Install the headmount/helmet mount adapter (Figure 2-1) into the monocular by aligning thumbscrew to hole and tightening as shown in Figure 3-10.
(11) Insert the top edge of the mount under the keeper on the helmet mount bracket and rotate downward until the latch engages (see Figure 3-13). To release the mount from the helmet bracket, press the release and pull forward and down. HELMET MOUNT BRACKET KEEPER CATCH BUCKLE LEVER STRAP REAR SNAP REAR MOUNTING HOLE NAPE STRAP REAR BRACKET Figure 3-11. Installation of Helmet Mount TOP EDGE OF MOUNT HELMET MOUNT BRACKET MOUNT STRAP KEEPER RELEASE MOUNT IS ROTATED 90° FOR CLARITY Figure 3-12.
WARNING: When installing the headmount over the protective mask, be careful not to break the protective mask seal around your face. (2) Install the headmount per the instructions in paragraph 3.3.6. NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the browpad (Figure 3-9) when wearing the headmount over a protective mask. 3.3.10. INSTALLATION OF WEAPON MOUNT Perform the following procedure to install the weapon mount. weapon MOUNT alignment boss (hidden) thumbscrew clamping knob Figure 3-14.
NOTE: There is a ratchet in the weapon mount that prevents overtightening of the clamp. Turn until the knob clicks. (4) Check the position of the monocular by holding the weapon in your normal firing position. Adjust the fore/aft position of the monocular as necessary by loosening the clamping knob and repositioning the weapon mount on the weapon’s mounting rail. 3.3.11.
NOTE: The o-ring must be in place in the compass in order for the compass to fit properly. (4) Press the compass onto the objective lens at an angle using your left hand. Slowly turn the compass counterclockwise until it is in the vertical position (with compass illumination button pointing down). See Figure 3-16. (5) Ensure that the compass fits tightly to the objective lens. (6) Refer to paragraph 3.4.6 for operation of the compass. 3.3.12.
NOTE: When using the monocular without a mounting device, make sure to place the neck cord around your neck. (1) Ensure that the battery are installed per paragraph 3.3.2. (2) Turn the power switch to ON. NOTE: The sharpest image will be observed only when the objective lens and eyepiece lens are properly focused. (3) Rotate the diopter adjustment for the clearest view of the image intensifier screen. (4) Focus the objective lens while observing an object until the sharpest image is obtained. 3.4.2.
(3) Align the headmount/helmet mount adapter’s latch to the headmount socket (Figure 3-19). Press and hold down the latch lever while installing the monocular into the headmount socket. Release the latch when the monocular fully engages the socket. (4) Set your eye relief by depressing the eye relief adjustment (Figure 3-19.) and move the monocular back toward your non-do-minate eye until the eyecup comfortably seals around the eye. (5) Turn the monocular ON.
NOTE: The helmet mount provides two positions for the user to position the MUNVM. The flipped down position allows the user to position the MUNVM directly in front of the eyes. The helmet mount also allows the user to rotate the MUNVM to a flipped up position when the MUNVM is not needed for immediate use. Both the flipped down and the flipped up positions have a positive stop which assures the user that the MUNVM is in the correct position. Perform the following procedures for helmet mounted operation.
WARNING: The monocular will not be turned off automatically when flipped up. The monocular must be turned off by the power switch. (9) To flip down, grasp the helmet tilt and flip-up assembly and rotate downward and forward until the latch is firmly engaged. (10) Turn the power switch to the ON position to resume viewing. 3.4.4. WEAPON MOUNTED OPERATION NOTE: The MUNVM can be used in conjunction with a collimated dot aiming device mounted on the forward mounting rail.
CAUTION: You will get inaccurate readings, when using the compass on any head or helmet mount with the magnet still installed. Only the magnet on the metal mount can be removed without causing damage to the equipment, see paragraph 3.3.11. NOTE: • The compass reading is the magnetic North, not true North. • The compass reading is within 2° of correct absolute magnetic bearing. Compass readings with mounted monocular (head mount or helmet mount) can be up to 15° of correct absolute magnetic bearing.
3.4.7. OPERATION WITH 3X MAGNIFIER (1) Install per paragraph 3.3.12. NOTE: The mated 3X magnifier and objective lens will turn as a unit to allow focusing. (2) Grasp the 3X magnifier and focus while observing an object until the sharpest image is obtained. 3.4.8. OPERATION WITH GAIN CONTROL (pvs-14 only) Turn the gain control (Figure 3-22) to balance the illumination input to the eye. gain control Figure 3-22. Gain Control 3.4.9. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE (1) Shutdown.
(e) Refer to Figure 2-1 for proper placement of demist shield, battery, carrying case strap, lens paper, sacrificial window, manual, browpads, headmount, helmet mount, headmount/helmet mount adapter and weapon mount. (f) Place the monocular into the shallow pocket of the carrying case. (g) Place the carrying case into the shipping and storage case, close and latch (Figure 2-3). (h) Return to storage area. 3.5 Operation Under Unusual Conditions 3.5.1.
4 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1 Lubrication Instructions No lubrication is required. 4.2 Troubleshooting Procedures 4.2.1. TROUBLESHOOTING Table 4.1. lists common malfunctions that you may find with your equipment. Perform the tests, inspections and corrective actions in the order they appear in the table. This table cannot list all the malfunctions that may occur, all the tests and inspections needed to find the fault, or all the corrective actions needed to correct the fault.
table 4-1. continued MALFUNCTION TEST OR INSPECTION CORRECTIVE ACTION 6. Diopter adjustment cannot be made. Check to see if the diopter adjustment is bent or broken. If damaged, refer to higher level of maintenance. 7. Battery cap difficult to open. Visually inspect for the presence of an o-ring. If o-ring is missing, refer to higher level of maintenance. Check for damaged battery cap. If damaged, refer to higher level of maintenance. 8. Head straps cannot be tightened.
4.3.2. HEADMOUNT MAINTENANCE a. Browpad Replacement Replace the browpad when cracked, torn, or contaminated. Perform the following procedures to remove and replace the browpad. (1) Firmly grasp the headmount and remove the old browpad. (2) Gently press on the new browpad. Lightly smooth out any wrinkles in the new browpad. b. Neck Pad Reinstallation During operation of the MUNVM, it is possible for the neck pad to become separated from its position on the headband.
While donning and adjusting the headmount, it is possible for a strap to slip out of a slide fastener. Perform the following procedure to adjust the strap and sliding bar buckle. (1) Thread the strap from the inside of the buckle over the moveable sliding bar (see Figure 4-2.). Thread the strap back through the buckle but this time under the moveable sliding bar and over the serrated part of the buckle. (2) Pull the strap through the buckle and tighten as necessary.
Appendix A. COMPONENTS OF END ITEM (COEI) AND BASIC ISSUE ITEMS (BII) LISTS A1. SCOPE This appendix lists COEI and BII for the PVS-14/6015 to help you inventory items for safe and efficient operation of the equipment. A2. GENERAL The COEI and BII information is divided into the following lists. Components of End Item (COEI). This list is for information purposes only and is not authority to requisition replacements. These items are part of the PVS-14/6015.
4 5 8 3 2 1 7 6 10 11 13 9 14 12 15 16 17 18 19 20 Figure A-1.Components of End Item TABLE A-1. Components of End Item (1) ILLUS.
B. ADDITIONAL AUTHORIZATION LIST (AAL) B1. SCOPE This appendix lists additional items you are authorized for the support of the PVS-14/6015. B2. GENERAL This list identifies items that do not have to accompany the PVS-14/6015 and that do not have to be turned in with it. These items are all authorized to you by CTA, MTOE, TDA, or JTA. B3. EXPLANATION OF COLUMNS IN THE AAL Column (1), National Stock Number. Identifies the stock number of the item to be used for requisitioning purposes.
c. EXPENDABLE AND DURABLE ITEMS LIST C1. SCOPE This appendix lists expendable and durable items that you will need to operate and maintain the PVS-14/6015. This list is for information only and is not authority to requisition the listed items. C2. EXPLANATION OF COLUMNS IN THE EXPENDABLE/DURABLE ITEMS LIST Column (1) - Item Number. This number is assigned to the entry in the list and is referenced in the narrative instructions to identify the item. Column (2) - Level.
D. Product Warranty Registration Card In order to validate the warranty on your product, Armasight must receive a completed Product Warranty Registration Card for each unit, or the user must complete warranty registration on our website (www.armasight.com). Please complete the included form and immediately mail it to our Service Center: Armasight Inc.
ALPHABETICAL INDEX A Abbreviations, list of 10 Additional Authorization List 51 Adjustment (See specific adjustment ) Ambient temperature limits 11 B Basic Issue Items List 49 Battery AA size 16 Alkaline 16 Installing 30 Life 30 Lithium 16 Low battery indicator 13, 20 Polarity Indicators 30 Voltage 16 Black spots 11, 29 Bright spots 11, 8 Browpads 11, 14, 32 C Capabilities 13 Characteristics 16 Checks, preventive maintenance 21 Chicken wire 11, 26 Cleaning the MUNVM 46 Compass Installation 36 Operation 41 C
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