Newcon Optik 14-3GCS User's Manual
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1. Spectral at 2 Tube light amplification fVfc min Length mm 31 1 Diameter mm 36 7 Tube life until parameters degrade hrs 10 000 Operating temperature range C 50 455 5 2 Spatial frequency contrast characteristics MTF Frequency Ip mm EK 5 3 Field of view cleanness SPOTS DIAMETER ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 IN MICRONS 5 6MM 5 6 014 7MM 144 gt 230 0 0 0 150 230 0 1 1 75 150 0 1 2 10 6 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 6 1 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 Lithium battery durability is doubled against the service time of conventional battery and provides better performance at low temperatures To install battery unscrew the battery compartment cover 6 Fig 1 When using CR 123 Lithium type battery remove the battery type adapter Observe the polarity indicated on the housing Put the battery in and screw the battery cover back on 6 2 Switching the unit on In the daytime put on the lens cap with the daylight filter prior to switching the unit on To check if the unit is operational switch it ON rotate switch 1 Fig 1 clockwise and look through the eyepiece 4 Fig 1 You should see greenish lit screen If the screen is2. 4 Fig 1 and then the objective lens 3 Fig 1 12 6 5 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 If you wear eyeglasses or NBC protective mask you may like to fold the rubber eyecup 6 6 Manual gain adjustment NVS 14 3GCS monocular is eguipped with the manual gain adjustment handle The light gain of the Image Intensifier Tube is set to the level at which it allows viewing in the darkest conditions While outside illumination increases at dusk dawn full moon or in the environment with artificial lights the tube enters the Automatic Brightness Control ABC mode that automatically decreases gain to keep the screen brightness on the same level thus protecting both the tube and the observer s vision It leads to situation when the contrast of the image relation between the brightest and darkest patterns on the screen becomes lower and detection recognition ranges become shorter In order to prevent deterioration of device performance under higher illumination the user can rotate the manual brightness control knob counter clockwise to restore full functionality The brightness control can be adjusted in the range of 20 100 13 Technical drawing of US clip mount ___ 6 7 Auto shut OFF at bright light The NVS 14 3GCS monocul
3. 14 6 9 Swinging head mounted unit for unobstructed view15 6 10 Using IR illuminator ooooooooo 16 6 11 Installation of add on lenses o 16 6 12 Demist shield and sacrificial window 17 1 6 13 Using the camera video adapter 17 6 14 Using the helmet mount 18 6 15 Mounting on a rifle cooooooo 19 6 16 Using with a daytime riflescope 20 6 17 Binocular configuration ooo 21 7 TROUBLESHOOTING iese sesse esse se ee esse se ene eke Ge 23 7 1 No green light through eyepieces 23 12 vilmageisundleaf soo ane eU Bean 23 7 3 Image flashes ooooooooooooom 23 7 4 Condensation accumulates on the parts 23 7 5 Visibility decreased or disappeared 23 8 WARRANTY ie ge WE EE See kaan Bisakah 24 9 CUSTOMER SUPPORT ourenodineea 25 10 ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE sesse sesse se ee esse se ee ee 26 1 OVERVIEW NVS 14 3GCS the unit is an optoelectronic monocular intended for observation of objects and orientation at night or under dark conditions The unit is eguipped with a generation 3 image intensifier tube which amplifies low light such as moonlight starlight or man made light The unit is waterproof to the depth of 20 meters An add on lens can be attached to the unit to increase magnification Two units can be combined to form a two eye optical syst
4. NO NEWCON OPTIK Operation Manual NIGHT VISION MONOCULAR GOGGLES NVS 14 3GCS 105 Sparks Ave Toronto ON M2H 255 Canada This page was intentionally left blank 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 e NEVER disassemble the unit This device contains a source of high voltage which may be hazardous to your health e NEVER expose objective lens of an active unit to bright light including daylight In the daytime objective lens must be covered by cap A tiny hole in lens cap provides enough light for daytime testing e NEVER aim an active unit at intense light sources such as lights headlamps campfires the Moon etc e NEVER reverse the polarity of a battery e NEVER connect the unit to the external power supplies e ALWAYS remove battery when not in use for a long period e ALWAYS keep the objective lenses covered when not in use e ALWAYS store the unit in a warm dry place iii Precautions NVS 14 3GCS is a sophisticated precise optical instrument eguipped with electronics It should be handled with due care e Do not touch the optical surfaces other than for cleaning Doing so may damage the anti reflection coating e Clean optical surfaces with professional lens cleaning supp
5. ar has a built in high light sensor located near the IR illuminator 2 Fig 1 This sensor shuts the monocular off after about 45 second exposure to light exceeding 107 lux To reset the monocular switch it off and then back on as described in 6 3 and 6 2 High light shut off feature does not mean that the unit will react to occasional flashes or bright spots It protects the tube against excessive light exposure only 6 8 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 14 FIGURE 3 1 Swing arm mount 4 Unit groove 2 Grooved pad 5 Flip button 3 Locking knob 6 US clip mount The unit is attached to the headgear with a swing arm mount 1 Fig 3 To attach the arm mount to the headgear loosen the tightening screw 8 Fig 1 on headgear slide helmet groove 2 Fig 3 onto the rail and then tighten the screw To attach monocular to the arm turn the knob 3 Fig 3 slide the arm groove 4 Fig 3 along the dovetail platform of the monocular 10 Fig 1 and then release the knob 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 groov
6. cap Press the lens firmly towards the eyepiece 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 6 12 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 To install it fold the eyecup to the very bottom to get the full access to the thread and screw the filter gently onto the eyepiece 6 13 Using the camera video adapter Before using the optional adapters remove the rubber eyepiece carefully The adapter Fig 5 consists of 2 rings a Camera adapter is 52x0 75mm It fits the filter lens thread of various cameras e g Nikon b Video adapter is 37x0 75mm It fits Sony cameras and some others FIGURE 5 Camera Video adapter If our adapter does not fit your camera obtain a proper step up step down rings 17 6 14 Using the helmet mount The unit can be eguipped with an optional helmet mount This mount can be customized to fit a wide range of existing helmet models The mount is attached to a helmet with straps FIGURE 6 Helmet mount 1 Lockingscrew 3 Flip flop adjusting screws 2 Flip flop bu
7. ed pad 2 Fig 3 from the swing arm mount and screw on the US type clip 6 Fig 3 using four screws Fig 3 instead US type helmet clip is optional and must be ordered specially To switch between left and right eye press the flip button 5 Fig 3 on the mount and rotate it respectively until click 6 9 Swinging head mounted unit for unobstructed view When the head mounted unit is not in use you can raise it to clear the view without taking the headgear off by using the flip flop feature To swing the unit from the view press the button 5 Fig 3 and raise the device until you hear a click 15 In Auto position of the switch the monocular will turn off automatically Reverse the operation to retum the unit to working position 6 10 Using IR illuminator In case of insufficient light when observing a close object turn on the IR illuminator by turning the switch 1 Fig 1 Red indicator visible through the eyepiece will warn you when the IR illuminator is on Note The IR illuminator is visible to anybody eguipped with a night vision device and can disclose the user s presence 6 11 Installation of add on lenses Always make sure that the monocular is switched off when you put on or take off the add on lens Note The following procedure is identical for 3x or 5x lenses FIGURE 4 NVS 14 3GCS with attached 3x or any other add on lenses Turn off the monocular Remove the lens
8. em with the help of an optional bridge Unit can be mounted on a helmet headgear or used as a standalone monocular Some typical activities where NVS 14 3GCS can be useful e Law enforcement e Wildlife observation e Security e Search and rescue e Hunting e Dark room photography connected to a camera Features e Flip flop mechanism provides for unobstructed vision when the unit is mounted on headgear or helmet e Built in infrared illuminator enables observation in total darkness i e basement cave or dark room 3 e Optional helmet mount allows combatant operations e Optional weapon mount allows night shooting or also be used in conjunction with halosight e Optional bridge allows combining two monoculars into a binocular configuration e Supreme waterproof design 20 meter deep immersion for 30 minutes e Soft rubber eyecup makes viewing comfortable e Unit can be connected to photo or video camera Please read all the instructions carefully before using it Manufacturer reserves the right to introduce minor design changes without notice 2 DELIVERY SET Standard Delivery Set includes 2 1 Quantity NVS 14 3GCS unit Arm mount Headgear set Lens cap Battery cover Manual Lens cleaning kit Carrying bag soft AA Battery Warranty card Optional accessories US clip mount NVS Bridge Demist shield Hard case Sacrificial window Len
9. lies e Use only a soft clean cloth to clean the exterior of the device e Keep the unit away from sources of heat such as heating appliances sunlight or central heating e Switch off the unit and remove the battery during the extended periods of non operation e Do not apply an excessive force or pressure to the lens assembly movable parts and thread connections e Small dark and or light spots may be seen in the field of view due to considerable optical magnification of the eyepiece This does not affect the operational capabilities of the device TABLE OF CONTENTS OVERVIEW see ein AE hdd oan eee 3 DELIVERY SET EG Ee ee ge ie ee ee onesie 5 2 1 Optional accessories oooo 5 SPECIFICATIONS bean sere see Ese Ge es Ge Ge ESE de es ge 6 UNIT DESIGN ietsie iseer Ese ese ese ee Ese sede ee Ge ee eene eed 7 IMAGE INTENSIFIER TUBE SPECIFICATIONG 8 5 1 Main parameteTS ooooooooooooo 9 5 2 Spatial freguency contrast characteristics MTF 10 5 3 Field of view cleanmesS use ese sees see se ek 10 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS seess 11 6 1 Installing battery oooooWooooooom 11 6 2 Switching the Unit ON 11 6 3 Switching the unit Off oocoooooo 12 6 4 Adjusting to individual vision 12 ED TE EE EE EE Ee 13 6 6 Manual gain adjustment ooooo 13 6 7 Auto shut OFF at bright light 14 6 8 Using the unit with headgear or helmet
10. mounted on a headgear or handheld Figure 10 Bridge FIGURE 11 Goggles FIGURE 12 Binoculars configuration configuration 21 In the dual configuration the interpupillary distance can be adjusted between 58 and 72 mm right on a bridge 22 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 7 1 No green light through eyepieces Check that the batteries are installed properly Check the charge of the batteries Replace them if they are weak 72 Image is unclear Check if the lenses are foggy or dusty Clean them if necessary If the image is still unfocused adjust the eyepieces see 5 5 and 5 6 for details 7 3 Image flashes Image may flash during the first two minutes after activation It may continue flashing if exposed to bright light even with the lens cap on 7 4 Condensation accumulates on the parts When the unit is brought from the cold into a warm environment internal condensation may appear The unit has to be warmed up for up to two hours to regain full operational capacity 7 5 Visibility decreased or disappeared Bright light sources the Moon projectors or headlights may cause visibility to degrade or even completely disappear Move the device away from the light source immediately The image will be restored within two minutes Adverse atmospheric conditions such as fog haze or extremely dark environments decrease visibility 23 8 WARRANTY NEWCON warrants this product against defects in materials and wo
11. n from our technical support department Newcon accepts no responsibility for unauthorized returns To locate NEWCON Authorized Dealer call 1 416 663 6963 or fax 1 416 663 9065 Email newconsales newcon optik com Web www newcon optik com The defective products should be shipped to US Customers 2498 Superior Ave Cleveland OH 44114 USA From all other countries 105 Sparks Ave Toronto ON M2H 2S5 CANADA 25 10 ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE Image Intensifier Tube serial number Minimum Measured Resolution Ip mm 64 Photocathode sensitivity integral 1800 uA lm Light amplification 50 000 2 Date of production Quality Inspector 26 NIGHT VISION DEVICE NVS 14 3GCS Unit serial number The unit complies with all technical specifications and has passed the inspection Date of production Quality Inspector Quality Assurance Seal 27 TTOT SOD Ta NEWCON OPTIK Printed in Canada
12. not lit check the battery When the unit is ON user may see either one or two circular indicators through the eyepiece Fig 2 When inactive they are hardly noticeable Bright yellow or flashing red spot indicates low battery voltage For an uninterrupted operation keep a fresh 11 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 Switching on the night vision device in the daytime is intended for testing purposes only The rotating switch has four positions Off Auto On FIGURE 2 IR In Auto mode the monocular will switch off automatically when turned upright This mode saves battery life and allows avoiding greenish shadow on the face which may disclose the user IR illuminator indicator red left Low battery indicator yellow right 6 3 Switching the unit off After you have finished using the device turn it off by rotating switch 1 Fig 1 to OFF position Put a protective lens cap on the lens Remove the battery from the battery compartment to avoid any damage of the device in case of electrolyte leakage 6 4 Adjusting to individual vision Turn on the device Direct the device at an object placed within 8 15m from the viewer Obtain the sharpest image possible on the eyepiece screen by focusing the eyepiece lens
13. rkmanship 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 eguivalent along with the proof of the original purchase date to your Newcon Dealer Newcon will repair or at its option replace with the same or comparable model the product or part thereof which on inspection by Newcon is found to be defective in materials or workmanship What This Warranty Does Not Cover NEWCON is not responsible for warranty service should the product fail as a result of improper maintenance misuse abuse improper installation neglect damage caused by disasters such as fire flooding lightning improper power supply or service other than by a NEWCON Authorized Service Postage insurance and shipping costs incurred while presenting your NEWCON product for warranty service are your responsibility 24 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 Under no circumstances should the eguipment be sent to Newcon without authorisatio
14. s brush 3x add on lens Camera video adapter 5x add on lens Helmet mount Weapon mount Exact Delivery Set is subject to the specific contract terms 3 SPECIFICATIONS Lo 7 NVS 14 2008 NVS 14 3GCS 1x lens 3x lens 20 3 3 CR 123 Lithium battery 1 pc Power supply or 1 5 V AA Alkaline battery 1 pc 20 hours with I R 40 hours without I R 118x48x69 198x60x69 NOTE Due to continuous design improvements parameters may vary from those given above 4 UNIT DESIGN FIGURE 1 On Off and IR illuminator switch 6 Battery compartment cover with battery type adapter Battery compartment Objective lens cap Objective lens Eyepiece with eyecup Dovetail platform NVS 14 3GCS housing 9 Manual gain adjustment knob wee No 5 IMAGE INTENSIFIER TUBE SPECIFICATIONS The unit utilizes a small size inverting image intensifier with direct image transfer The tube contains a microchannel plate GaAs photocathode yellow green screen and built in electronic high voltage DC to DC converter The input window is made of flat surface glass The output window is a concave fibre optics element with 180 image rotation SEE THE NEXT PAGE FOR DETAILS 5 1 Main parameters Generation 3 ITT Model N3XT3631IC ITT Resolution min 64 Ip mm Photocathode operating diameter mm Photocathode sensitivity min Integral yA 1800
15. tening Note Over tightening the screws may damage the thread 19 The Quick Release model Fig 8 utilizes a latch with a spring and patented accu torque screw You can attach and detach your monocular within a few seconds The accu torque screw fixes the mount with predefined torque thus protecting the thread from accidental damage caused by over tightening 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 16 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 In this configuration the objective lens of the unit is mounted on an eyepiece of the FIGURE 9 NVS Coupler 20 daytime scope with the help of an optional NVS Coupler 6 17 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 These platforms are identical The tightening screw 8 Fig 1 locks monocular to the bridge In this configuration the unit can be used in a goggle
16. tton 4 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 then tighten the locking screw back You can fixate the unit in three predetermined positions vertical horizontal and 15 20 degrees above horizontal Although the 18 relative angles between these positions cannot be changed the starting point can be adjusted by screws 3 Fig 6 If you loosen them you can rotate the flip flop mechanism to find the suitable starting point Tighten the screws 3 Fig 6 after the adjustment You can raise the unit for unobstructed view without taking the helmet off To do so press and hold the button 2 Fig 6 and rotate the unit until you hear a click All other operations with the unit mounted on a helmet are identical to those with the headgear 6 15 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 3GCS with Picatinny Two types of weapon mount adapters are available Fig 7 and Fig 8 Either adapter enables mounting the unit to the Picatinny rail The type shown on Fig 7 has two screws with large grooved heads for convenient tigh
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