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NYX-14

NYX-14 MG

Night Vision Monoculars

OPERATION AND

MAINTENANCE MANUAL

Summary of content (44 pages)

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NYX-14 Nyx-14 MG Night Vision Monoculars Operation and Maintenance Manual Important Export Restrictions! Commodities, products, technologies and services of this manual are controlled by the U.S. Department of State Office of Defense Trade Controls, in accordance with International Traffic in Arms (ITAR), Title 22, Code of Federal Regulations Part 120-130 and/or by the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) of U.S. Department of Commerce. At any time when a license or a written approval of the U.S.
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SAFETY SUMMARY Before operating this product, carefully read and study this Operation and Maintenance Manual. The NYX-14 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 NYX-14, 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.
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CAUTION: • The NYX-14 is a precision electron-optical instrument, and must be handled carefully at all times to prevent damage to the device and danger to the user. • To protect the intensifier tube, do not remove the lens cap of the NYX-14 when the monocular is being operated in daylight conditions, or when the device is not in use. • Use of the NYX-14 in brightly lit conditions may damage the unit’s intensifier tube. • Bright light sources such as firelight, headlights, searchlights, etc.
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LIST OF CONTENTS TITLE Safety Summary List of Contents List of Figures List of Tables How to Use This Manual PAGE 2 4 5 6 6 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.
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3.3.2 IR Illuminator Operations 3.3.3 Operating Under Changing Light Conditions 3.3.4 NYX-14 Shut-Down 3.4 Storage 3.4.1 Preparation for Storage 28 28 29 29 29 4. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services 4.1.1 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) 4.2 Troubleshooting 4.2.1 Operator Troubleshooting 4.3 Identification of Operational Defects 4.3.1 Operational Defects 4.3.2 Cosmetic Blemishes 4.4 Maintenance 4.4.1 General 4.4.
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4-1 4-2 4-3 4-4 4-5 4-6 4-7 4-8 A-1 B-1 Shading Edge Glow Emission Points and Bright Spots Fixed-Pattern Noise Chicken Wire Browpad Replacement Chin Strap Reinstallation Chin Cup Replacement NYX-14 Spare Parts Intensifier Tube Replacement 33 33 34 34 35 36 36 37 38 40 LIST OF Tables TABLE TITLE 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-6 2-7 3-1 4-1 4-2 A-1 NYX-14 System Description Mechanical Data Electrical Data Optical Data Environmental Data NYX-14 Standard Components NYX-14 Optional Equipment NYX-14 Controls and Ind
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1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1.1 TYPE OF MANUAL Operation and Maintenance (including a List of Spare Parts and an Intensifier Tube Replacement Manual). 1.1.2 Model Number and Equipment Name NYX-14 Multi-Use Minimonocular. NYX-14 MG Multi-Use Minimonocular with Manual Gain control. 1.1.3 PURPOSE of Equipment To provide the operator with the ability to observe at night under moonlight and starlight conditions.
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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.
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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.
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2 DESCRIPTION AND DATA 2.1 System DESCRIPTION The NYX-14 is a hand-held, head-mounted, helmet-mounted, or weapon-mounted night vision system that allows the user to operate it while walking, firing weapons, conducting short-range surveillance, reading maps, conducting vehicle maintenance, or administering first aid in both moonlight and starlight conditions. The NYX-14 utilizes the principle of intensification of the residual light that is reflected from the surrounding objects.
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10 9 8 7 6 5 11 12 13 4 14 3 2 15 1 Figure 2-1. NYX-14 night vision monocular Table 2-1. NYX-14 System Description Item Description 1 Body 2 Rail Item 9 Description Photo Receiver 10 Pivotal Focusing Lens 3 Eyepiece Ring 11 IR Illuminator 4 Eyepiece 12 Turn-pull Function Switch 5 Eye-cup 13 Focus Ring 6 Battery Cap 14 Lens 7 Gain Control Knob * 15 Lens Cap 8 Battery Compartment * For Nyx-14 MG version. 2.2 Specifications Table 2-2.
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table 2-2. continued Equipment Item Dimensions, mm (L x W x H)/(Dia x L) Weight, g Camera Adapter* Dia 60х22 52 Dovetail to Weaver Transfer Piece* 38х21х7.5 8 Transfer Adapter to Standard US Mil Headset* 49х46х64 50 3X Afocal Lens* Dia 64х77 188 5X Afocal Lens* Dia 78х90 344 5X Lens* Dia 80х141 500 8X Lens* Dia 96х211 730 * Optional ** For Nyx-14 MG version. Table 2-3. Electrical Data ITEM DATA Battery* One AA (1.5 V) or 123A (3 V) Consumption Current**: - at 1.5 VDC - at 3.
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table 2-4. continued ITEM DATA FOV: — with 1X Lens — with 5X Lens* — with 8X Lens* — with 3X Afocal Lens* — with 5X Afocal Lens* 40° 9°30’ 6°30’ 9° 7° Exit Pupil Diameter 14 mm Eyepiece Focal Length 27 mm Eye Relief 25 mm Eyepiece Diopter Adjustment -6 to +2 diopters Built-in IR Illuminator — Power — Illumination Range — Focus Distance — Illumination Wavelength 50 mW 20 m 3m 850 nm * Optional. Table 2-5.
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Table 2-6. NYX-14 standard components ITEM no. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 1 Night Vision Monocular 1 2 Lens Cap 1 3 Eye-cup 1 4 Battery Adapter 1 5 Battery 123A Lithium 1 6 Operation and Maintenance Manual 1 7 Carrying Case 1 1) Armasight NYX-14 Night Vision Monocular Monocular night vision device with unity magnification. 2) Lens Cap A cap used to protect the lens and to be used when testing the unit in daylight.
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table 2-7. continued image DESCRIPTION Part no. 5X Lens #12 Quickly converts the NYX-14 into a long-range night vision device. Ideal for long range observation. ANLE5X0002 8X Lens #16 Quickly converts the NYX-14 into a long-range night vision device. Ideal for long range observation. ANLE8X0002 Goggle Kit #2 ANHG000004 Adjustable universal assembly that secures the NYX-14 to the operator’s head providing hands-free operation. Helmet Mount #4 Helps to mount the NYX-14 on a range of ballistic helmets.
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table 2-7. continued image DESCRIPTION Part no. Scope Adapter Mount #5 Allows the NYX-14 to be attached to variety of daytime rifle scopes or spotting scopes, offering the ultimate solution for day/ night operation. ANAM000002 IR850 Detachable Long Range IR illuminator ANKI000017 w/Dovetail to Weaver Transfer Piece #21 Long-range infrared illuminator. Provides greater viewing capabilities when the environment has little or no ambient light.
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table 2-7. continued image DESCRIPTION Part no.
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3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 Installation and Mounting CAUTION: To protect the intensifier tube when the sight is not in use or when it is being operated in daylight, keep the protective lens cap securely fitted over the lens. 3.1.1 Battery Installation The NYX-14 operates on a single CR123A or AA battery. Depending on the size of the battery used, it may be necessary to reposition the battery adapter within the battery cap.
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Install the AA battery as follows: 1. Unscrew the battery cap (A). 2. Unscrew the battery adapter (C) from the cap, turn it around, and screw in the other end. 3. Insert the AA battery (D), observing the polarity markings as indicated on the body of the device. 4. Screw the battery cap (A) back into place. 3.1.2 MOUNTING THE NYX-14 TO A GOGGLE KIT Mount the NYX-14 to the optional goggle kit as follows: 1. Put on the goggle kit.
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Mount the NYX-14 to a helmet as follows: 1. Attach the mount to the helmet as shown in Figure 3-3. 2. Adjust and tighten the straps (A). 3. Loosen the screw (B). With the button (C) pushed down, insert the NYX-14 rail into the guide (D) of the helmet mount bracket. Tighten the screw (B). 4. Put on the helmet with the NYX-14 attached. 5. Push the button (F) and move the unit along the slide-rail (G) until the most comfortable position is reached. 6. Adjust the mount for comfortable using.
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4. While pushing down on the lever holder (F), turn the lever (E) forward. 5. Install the NYX-14 on the QRM rail by inserting the stop (G) into the transverse slot of the unit rail. 6. Attach the NYX-14 to the QRM rail by turning the lever (E) backwards. Secure the QRM clamping device (H tightly to the NYX-14 rail. To adjust the force of the lever clamp, loosen or tighten the nut (I) as necessary. D F E A A C B B D I G H E Figure 3-4.
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3. Loosen the IR illuminator fixing screw (C). 4. Mount the IR illuminator on the Weaver rail of transfer piece and tighten the fixing screw (C). B A C Figure 3-6. MOUNTING AN IR ILLUMINATOR TO THE NYX-14 3.1.7 MOUNTING THE NYX-14 TO A STANDARD US MIL HELMET/ HEADGEAR ASSEMBLY To mount the NYX-14 to a Standard US Mil helmet or headgear assembly, use an optional transfer adapter. Perform the following steps: 1. Push down on the lever (C). Mount the adapter (A) to the NYX-14 rail (B). 2.
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The NYX-14 configured with an 8X lens can be installed on a tripod. To mount the unit on a tripod, use the 1/4’’ threaded socket (E) on the housing of the 8X lens. B A C D E Figure 3-8. MountING Accessory LENSes TO NYX-14 NOTE: The unit may be badly damaged if the tripod collapses or overturns. Remove the unit from the tripod if it is not within your reach. 3.1.
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3.1.11 UNIVERSAL CAMERA ADAPTER APPLICATION To mount the NYX-14 (affixed with a camera or video recorder) to a tripod, you will need a universal camera adapter. Mount the connected devices to a tripod as follows: 1. Screw the adapter onto the tripod. 2. Remove the eyecup from the NYX-14 eyepiece. 3. Install the NYX-14 on the adapter rail (A) and tighten the fixing screw (B). 4. Install the camera on the adapter rail (C) and insert the fixing screw (D) into the tripod socket of the camera.
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3.2 Controls and Indicators 3.2.1 Controls and Indicators The NYX-14 controls and indicators are defined in Table 3-1. The NYX-14 controls are shown in Figure 3-12. CAUTION: DO NOT over-adjust the controls by forcing them past their stopping points. D A E C B Figure 3-12. Nyx-14 controls Table 3-1. NYX-14 Controls and Indicators CONTROL/INDICATOR Turn-pull Function Switch (Figure 3-12, A) FUNCTION OFF position — the unit is off. ON position — the unit is on (IT powered).
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table 3-1. continued CONTROL/INDICATOR FUNCTION Pivotal Focusing Lens (Figure 3-12, E) Allows the user to choose between the following: 1. The IR illuminator spot beam. When the pivotal focusing lens is placed in the leftmost position of the window of the IR illuminator, the photoreceiver is open. 2. The IR illuminator flood beam. When the focusing lens is placed in the center position, the photoreceiver is opened. 3.
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3.3.2 IR Illuminator Operations CAUTION: When operating the device in extremely dark conditions, the light from the unit’s IR illuminator will be invisible to the unaided eye. However, the light can be detected by other NVDs. NOTE: The IR illuminator is designed to provide additional illumination (when needed) while viewing scenes or targets from a short distance (up to 3m). 1. To activate the IR illuminator, turn the monocular on.
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CAUTION: DO NOT forget to open the photoreceiver after completing your mission. 3.3.4 NYX-14 Shut-Down 1. Turn the function switch to OFF. The green glow of the viewing area will fade to black. 2. Secure the lens cap over the objective lens. 3. If necessary, remove the unit from the rail (from the scope lens). Remove the unit by following the mounting instructions in reverse.. 4. Unscrew the battery cap and take out the battery. Replace the battery cap. Do not store the unit with the battery still in it.
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4 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services 4.1.1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS) Table 4-1: Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services has been provided so that you can keep your equipment operable and in good condition. Perform all functional tests in the order listed in Table 4-1. Operating Procedures are detailed in Chapter 3. A. Cautions Always observe any CAUTIONS that appear in the table. B. Explanation of Table Entries Seq No. column.
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TABLE 4-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services Seq No. Location Item to Check/Service PROCEDURE Not Fully Mission Capable If BEFORE OPERATION CHECKS 1 Completeness Open the carrying case and inventory items by means of comparing with the data specified in this manual. 2 Soft Carrying Case Shake out loose dirt or foreign material. Inspect for tears, cuts, excess wear or damage to the mounting clips. 3 External Surfaces Inspect for cracks or damage.
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table 4-1. continued Seq No. 16 Location Item to Check/Service Viewed Image Not Fully Mission Capable If PROCEDURE Inspect for any operational defects (refer to Part 4.3.1: Identification of Operational Defects). Shading, edge glow, flashing, flickering, and intermittent operation, or excessive cosmetic defects are found. AFTER CHECKING PROCEDURES 17 Turn the unit OFF. Verify that the green glow fades from the eyepieces. Remove the battery.
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4.3 Identification of Operational Defects 4.3.1 Operational defects Operational defects relate to the reliability of the intensifier, and are an indication of instability. If identified, the user will need to return the NYX-14 immediately. Operational defects include shading, edge glow, flashing, flickering, and intermittent operation. A. Shading If shading is persistent, you will not be able to see a fully circular image (Figure 4-1).
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types of cosmetic blemishes can worsen over time and interfere with the user’s ability to properly operate the device during missions. If you believe a cosmetic blemish is cause for returning the device, record the specific nature of the problem on the maintenance forms and use the clock method to identify the position of the blemish and its approximate distance from the center (e.g., 5:00 toward the outside, 2:30 near the center, or 1:00 midway). The following are examples of cosmetic blemishes: A.
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E. Chicken Wire Chicken wire is an irregular pattern of dark thin lines that can appear in the field of view, either throughout the image area or in sections of the image area (See Figure 4-5). In the worst-case scenario, these lines will form hexagonal or square-wave shaped lines. No action is required if this condition is present, unless it interferes with the user’s ability to view the image or their ability to perform missions. Figure 4-5. CHICKEN WIRE 4.4 Maintenance 4.4.
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in circular movements, beginning in the center and moving out towards the edge. Change the cotton swab after each circular stroke. Repeat until the glass surfaces are clean. 6. Clean the battery contact surfaces and contact springs with a pencil eraser and/ or alcohol-dampened cotton swabs. Clean optional mounting devices with a soft brush (cloth), soap, and water as required. Clean optional lenses as detailed in items 4 and 5 above (except for the demist shield). 4.4.
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C. Chin Cup Replacement 1. Detach the Velcro tape from the left side of the head-band and remove the chin strap. 2. Slide the chin cup out from the chin strap and replace it with a new one. After replacing the chin cup, attach the Velcro on the left side of the head-band. Figure 4-8. CHIN CUP REPLACEMENT 4.5 Service/Packing and Unpacking 4.5.1 Return Instructions For service, repair or replacements, please email service@armasight.com.
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Appendix A. NYX-14 LIST OF SPARE PARTS The parts authorized in this list of spare parts are required for operator maintenance. This list includes parts that must be removed in order to replace authorized parts. ITEM NO. Column indicates the number used to identify items in Figure A-1. PART NO.
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table A-1. continued ITEM NO. 11. DESCRIPTION PART NO. Turn-pull Function Switch NYX14FS 12. Rail NYX14PR 13. Operation and Maintenance Manual NYX14OUMM 14. Soft Carry Case NYX14SCC 16. Shipping/Storage Case NYX14SSC B. INTENSIFIER TUBE REPLACEMENT MANUAL The intensifier tube can be removed or installed without disassembling the unit’s wired housing. Removing or installing the intensifier tube only requires the removal of the eyepiece.
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CAUTION: Handle the intensifier tube gently to prevent damage. Treat any supposedly defective tubes as though they are in good condition so they are not damaged when returned to be reused. Gently remove the intensifier tube from within the wired housing. Slowly pull the tube out of the housing in a straight line. If the intensifier tube is not defective, wrap it in lens paper to protect it and store it in a clean, dry location. 4. Extract the intensifier tube (B) from the body of the unit (A).
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c. 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.
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX A L Abbreviations 10 Length 13 B M Battery Installation 19 Magnification 13 Black Spots 34 Maintenance 30, 35 Bright Spots 34 C - Goggle Kit 35 - Preventive 30 Cautions 2 Mounting 19 Chicken Wire 35 O Cleaning 35 Objective Lens Focus 26, 27 Continuous Operation 13 Operating Instructions 19 Cosmetic Blemishes 33 Operational Defects 33 D Operator Troubleshooting 32 Diopter Adjustment 13, 27 P E PMCS 30 Edge Glow 33 Preparations for Storage 30 Emission Points 34
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