ATN PVS-7, Operator'S Manual

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Page 3: ...ice is not in use or when it is checked out in daylight conditions The IR illuminator produces a light that is invisible to a naked eye for use in conditions of extreme darkness However this IR light can be detected by somebody else who use a night vision device If you use the rubber eyecups for a long time period you may suffer from skin inflammation If you find any symptoms consult a doctor imme...

Page 4: ...e purpose of the built in IR illuminator is to view at close dis tances up to 3 meters when additional illumination is needed The unit is equipped with the Automatic Shut off System This system tracks when the unit is not used the controls are not touched for 60 minutes continuous and shuts the unit off auto matically To turn the unit on after automatic shut off you need to rotate the operation kn...

Page 5: ...light etc to operate The level of equipment performance depends upon the level of light Night light reduces by passing through the clouds while operat ing under trees at building shadows etc The equipment is less effective when viewing into shadows and other darkened areas The equipment is less effective when viewing through the rain fog sleet snow or smoke The equipment will not see through the d...

Page 6: ...tion principles 1 11 1 8 Mechanical Functions 1 11 1 9 Optical and Electrical Functions 1 12 1 10 Consumable Items 1 13 CHAPTER 2 Operating Instructions 2 1 Section I Operating Procedures 2 2 2 1 General 2 2 2 2 Controls and Indicators 2 2 Section II Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services PMCS 2 5 2 3 Purpose of PMCS 2 5 2 4 Frequency of Performing PMCS 2 5 2 5 Performance of PMCS 2 5 Section ...

Page 7: ... 3 1 Section I Troubleshooting Procedures 3 2 3 1 Troubleshooting 3 2 Section II Maintenance Procedures 3 6 3 2 Cleaning the PVS 7 3 6 3 3 Head Mount Maintenance 3 6 APPENDIX A System Optional Equipment A 1 FOR TECHNICAL INFORMATION INFO 1 ...

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Page 9: ...1 1 chapter 1 introduction ...

Page 10: ...10 2862 650 989 5100 650 875 0129 fax www atncorp com info atncorp com 1 3 Glossary BLACK SPOTS These arc cosmetic blemishes in the image in tensifier of the PVS 7 or dirt or debris between the lenses BRIGHT SPOTS These can be defects in the image area pro duced by the PVS 7 This condition is caused by a flaw in the film on the micro channel plate A bright spot is a small non uniform bright area t...

Page 11: ...ing pinpoint of bright light in the image area that does not go away when all light is blocked from the objective lens The position of an emission point within the image area does not move An emission point should not be confused with a point light source in the distance FIXED PATTERN NOISE This is a cosmetic blemish in the im age area characterized by a faint hexagonal honeycomb pattern throughou...

Page 12: ...image intensifier assembly and should not be confused with emission points Scintillation is more pronounced under low light conditions Also called video noise 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 da...

Page 13: ... with a weapon protective mask or other purposes The thin brow pad used for larger heads comes attached to the head mount and the thick or medium brow pads for smaller heads arc stored in the carrying case C Carrying Case The canvas carrying case is provided for trans portation and protection of the PVS 7 head mount assembly bat teries and accessories Two slide keepers arc provided for belt attach...

Page 14: ...1 6 Figure 1 1 PVS 7 Components 1 2 5 4 6 8 9 14 10 11 3 13 12 15 16 18 17 ...

Page 15: ...n 8 Shoulder Strap Assembly ATN3144267 9 Light Interference Filter ATN5009737 10 Sacrificial Window ATN3144264 11 IR Spot Flood Lens ATN3187441 12 BA 5567 U lithium battery 13 Demist Shield Assembly ATN31442632 14 PVS 7 Assembly ATN PVS7 001 15 AA Alkaline Batteries 16 Carrying Case ATN3187392 17 Helmet Mount Assembly ATN3256390 18 Neck Cord ATN3260933 19 Shipping Storage Case Not Shown ATN3187393...

Page 16: ... helmet mounted night vision system that enables walking driving weapon firing short range surveillance map reading vehicle maintenance and admin istering first aid in both moonlight and starlight Each unit allows for vertical adjustment by using head straps fore and aft adjustment objective lens focus eyepiece focus and eye relief distance adjust ment The goggle also equipped with an infrared IR ...

Page 17: ... Table 1 3 Electrical Data ITEM LIMITS Power Source Battery 3 VDC max Battery Requirements 2 AA Alkaline or 1 Lithium BA 5567 U Table 1 4 Mechanical Data ITEM LIMITS Shipping and Storage Case Size Approx 17 x12 x7 Weight 6 7 lbs Soft Carrying Case Size Approx 14 x8 Goggle See NOTE Weight 1 5 lbs NOTE The weight of the PVS 7 does not include accessories ...

Page 18: ...f View 40 Eyepiece Focus 2 to 6 diopters Focus Range 25 cm 9 8 to infinity Table 1 6 Environmental Data ITEM LIMITS Operating Temperature 40 C to 50 C Storage Temperature 50 C to 70 C Illumination Required Overcast starlight to moon light Waterproof 1 meter for 30 min ...

Page 19: ...illary adjustment release latch eye relief adjustment diopter adjustment IR spot flood focus optional compass illumination optional and objective lens fo cus The mechanical controls are identified in Figure 1 2 Interpupillary Adj Eye Relief Diopter Adj Ring Latch RESET OFF ON IR PULL Swith Knob IR Spot Flood Focus Knob Compass Illumination Button underneath Objective Lens Focus Knob Lens Cap Figur...

Page 20: ...N Position Power is drawn from the battery compartment to ener gize the goggle When the voltage drops to 2 4 VDC a low battery indicator at the right eyepiece blinks indicating approximately 30 minutes of operating time IR PULL Position Power is drawn from the battery compartment to energize the goggle and IR light source and a steady red indicator light in the left eyepiece The IR is momentarily ...

Page 21: ... back on turn the switch to RESET OFF position and then to ON again 1 10 Consumable Items Items listed in the Table 1 7 are recommended for operator main tenance Table 1 7 Consumable Items ITEM LIMITS Lens Paper Color Swabs Alcohol ...

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Page 24: ...explained CAUTION THE PVS 7 IS A PRECISION ELECTRO OPTICAL INSTRUMENT AND MUST BE HANDLED CAREFULLY AT ALL TIMES 2 2 Controls and Indicators The PVS 7 is designed to adjust for different users and corrects for most differences in eyesight The controls and indicators for the PVS 7 are shown or described in Figure 2 1 and Tables 2 1 and 2 2 Figure 2 1 PVS 7 Controls and Indicators 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 1...

Page 25: ...in an additional momentary IR function For momentary IR continue to turn the switch knob clockwise past ON and without pulling The switch will return to the ON position when released 2 RESET OFF ON IR PULL Label Defines the switch positions 3 IR Spot Flood Lens Focuses the IR light for a narrow beam spot or wide angel flood beam illumination 4 Compass Illumina tor Button Pressing this button activ...

Page 26: ...piece it indicates that the IR illumination is on 9 Low Battery Indica tor Not Shown When illuminated right eyepiece it indicates a low battery condition with less than 30 minutes of bat tery life remaining 10 Diopter Adjustment Ring Focuses eyepiece lens for each eye without the need for glasses Adjusts for sharper image of inten sifier screen 11 Interpupillary Ad justment Adjusts for distance be...

Page 27: ...dby condition C Semi annually when stored in depot or administrative stow age 2 5 Performance of PMCS Preventive maintenance checks and services shall be performed following the sequence and inspection procedures indicated in Table 2 2 Table 2 2 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services B Before Operation D During Operation A After Operation INTERVAL SEQUENCENO ITEM TO BE INSPECTED PROCEDURE B D ...

Page 28: ...t and moisture Clean with lens paper or brush and or alcohol and cotton swabs 6 EYECUPS Check for dirt dust cracked or torn cups Inspect for bent broken or improp erly fitting eyecup 7 INTERPUPILLARY ADJUSTMENT Slide each eyepiece back and forth to check for binding or looseness 8 OBJECTIVE LENS FOCUS KNOB Rotate objective lens focus knob to ensure free move ment range is approximately 1 3 turn 9 ...

Page 29: ...secure attachment of goggle to head mount If neces sary clean socket with water 14 FORE AND AFT ADJUSTMENT Press the socket release button and check for free mo tion Inspect for damage OPTIONAL HELMET MOUNT 15 STRAPS Inspect for cuts tears fraying holes cracks or defective fasteners 13 SOCKET Check for dirt dust or corrosion Insert goggle latch into socket to verify secure attachment of goggle hel...

Page 30: ... NOTE Damaged optional items compass IR spot flood sacrificial window demist shields do not cause the entire end item to be not fully mission capable However the damaged item should be replaced as soon as practical to restore full capabil ity of the system ACCESSORY ITEMS 22 DEMIST SHIELDS Inspect for dirt dust scratches or damage If necessary clean when shields are dry and with dry lens paper onl...

Page 31: ...ge If necessary clean with water and dry with lens paper Install compass assembly and turn on goggle When the illumination button is depressed the compass should be visible 26 3X 5X AFOCAL MAGNIFIER LENS Check lens for scratches or damage Check mating to objective lens by screwing in or pressing on with adapter installed ...

Page 32: ...of shipping and storage case and open top 2 Check contents of shipping and storage case for completeness see Figure 1 1 3 Remove the carrying case from the shipping and storage case Open carrying case Figure 1 1 remove the PVS 7 and check con tents for completeness 4 Inspect the goggle for obvious evidence of damage to optical surfaces body eyecups RESET OFF ON IR PULL switch bat tery cap etc Ensu...

Page 33: ...BECAUSE OF HEAT IF YOU INHALE SULFUR DIOXIDE SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION The PVS 7 will operate with either of the two battery types identified in Table 2 3 Batteries are not supplied with the PVS 7 and must be obtained Table 2 3 Estimated Battery Life BATTERY TYPE NEGLIGIBLE IR USAGE IR USAGE 10 OF THE TIME Lithium BA 5567 U 47 85 Hours 36 65 Hours AA Alkaline BA 3058 U 89 160 Hours 68 123 Hours NOTE ...

Page 34: ...e battery cap by pushing and turning it clockwise Tighten it firmly to ensure a watertight seal C Installation of the Eyecups Perform the following procedure to install the eyecups onto the PVS 7 Refer to Figure 2 2 1 Carefully press each eyecup over the diopter cell retainer 2 Rotate each eyecup into proper viewing position Adjust for best eye fit The eyecups must seal around your eyes and preven...

Page 35: ...ST SHIELDS ARE WIPED WHILE WET OR WITH WET LENS PAPER YOU WILL DAMAGE THE COATING NOTE If inclement operating conditions are known to exist e g significant temperature change and high humidity install the demist shields to minimize diopter lens fog prior to execution of mission 1 Carefully remove the eyecups 2 Carefully press a demist shield onto each eyepiece Be careful not to smudge the eyepiece...

Page 36: ...sh the sacrificial window over the objective lens un til it stops Turn the sacrificial window clockwise until it snaps into place F Installation of the Compass Assembly Figure 2 4 Installation of Compass NOTE a Prepare the PVS 7 for operation paragraph 2 6 b Leave LIF in place when installing the compass assembly c Ensure the Neck cord is secured to the compass and clothing before installing 1 If ...

Page 37: ... lowing procedure to install the light interference filter LIF onto the objective lens assembly Figure 2 5 Installation of the Light Interference Filter 1 Remove the container wrench from the carrying case pouch 2 If the lens cap compass assembly or sacrificial window is on the objective lens of the PVS 7 remove it 3 Carefully open the container wrench and remove the LIF 4 Hold the LIF by the notc...

Page 38: ...TEN THE LIF INTO THE OBJECTIVE LENS NOTE The lens cap compass assembly or the sacrificial window will fit onto the end of the objective lens with the LIF in place H Installation of the IR Spot Flood Lens 1 Press the IR spot flood lens over the IR source until it is tight against the goggle Refer to Figure 2 6 Figure 2 6 Installation of the IR Spot Flood Lens I Installation and Adjustment of the He...

Page 39: ... head mount is too loose remove the attached thin brow pad and replace with either the medium or large brow pad stored in the carrying case Refer to Chapter 3 paragraph 3 4 for removal and replacement of the brow pads 3 With both hands grasp the neck pad assembly and pull the har ness over your head and the neck pad down to the back of your neck Socket Release Button Chin Cup Headband Sliding Bar ...

Page 40: ...for operating procedures of head mount assembly J Installation of Head Mount Assembly with Protective Mask Perform the following procedures for donning the head mount with a protective mask 1 Place protective mask on your head per the instructions provided with the mask WARNING WHEN INSTALLING THE HEAD MOUNT OVER THE PROTECTIVE MASK BE CAREFUL NOT TO BREAK THE PROTECTIVE MASK SEAL AROUND YOUR FACE...

Page 41: ...With the buckle lever open take up the slack in the strap using catch Close the buckle lever 4 Place the helmet upside down with the helmet mount facing you NOTE Steps 5 and 6 describe the installation of the nape strap to the chin strap To accomplish these steps it may he necessary to unthread the chinstrap from the helmet 5 Thread the chinstrap through the right end of nape strap and snap nape s...

Page 42: ...Remove the helmet mount assembly from the carrying case Make sure the helmet mount is complete Refer to Figure 2 10 for the helmet mount components and features CAUTION TO PREVENT POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE REMOVE BOTH THE GOGGLES AND THE MOUNT ASSEMBLY FROM THE HELMET WHEN NOT REQUIRED FOR IMMEDIATE USE THE CLIP STRAP ASSEMBLY CAN REMAIN IN PLACE ON THE HELMET Nape Strap Fastener Tabs Nape Straps ...

Page 43: ... buckle lever 6 If the PASGT helmet has its cloth cover and camouflage strap installed it will be necessary to slide the camouflage strap up at about a 30 45 angle at the front of the helmet see Figure 2 10 Figure 2 10 Quick Disconnect Helmet Mount Features 7 Disengage the nape strap latch on the left side of the nape strap 8 Don the helmet Do not fasten the helmet chinstrap 9 Engage the nape stra...

Page 44: ...hole is covering the objective lens Proper objec tive focus must be done in the dark with the objective lens cover removed 1 Ensure that the batteries are installed per paragraph 2 6 B 2 Don the head mount per instructions in paragraph 2 6 I NOTE Paragraphs 2 6 J 2 6 K and 2 6 L provide additional information required when installing the head mount with a protective mask PASGT or M1 helmet To make...

Page 45: ...used to focus your eyes without glasses on the image intensifier screen These adjustments oper ate independently and must be made separately 8 Fold the right eyecup over the eyepiece with your right thumb or forefinger to obstruct the view through the right eyepiece Rotate the left diopter adjustment ring for the clearest view of the image intensifier screen 9 Fold the left eyecup over the eyepiec...

Page 46: ...djust the eye relief NOTE The sharpest image will be observed only when the objective lens and both eyepieces are properly focused The objective focus adjustment is used to focus on objects at varying distances The diopter adjustment rings are used to focus your eyes with or with out glasses on the image intensifier screen These adjustments operate independently and must be made separately 6 Fold ...

Page 47: ... NOTE The PVS 7 will be turned off automatically when flipped up The PVS 7 will not turn on automatically when flipped down 11 To flip down grasp the goggle housing and rotate down and forward until the latch is firmly engaged 12 Turn the switch to the RESET OFF position then to the ON posi tion to resume viewing C Hand Held Operation CAUTION OPERATE THE PVS 7 UNDER DARKENED CONDITIONS ONLY OR USE...

Page 48: ... obstruct view through the left eyepiece Rotate the right diopter adjustment ring for the clearest view on the image intensifier screen 5 Hold the PVS 7 with your right hand and fold the right eyecup over the eyepiece with your right thumb or forefinger to obstruct view through the right eyepiece Rotate the left diopter adjustment ring for the clearest view on the image intensifier screen 6 Readju...

Page 49: ...side to side Rotate or tap compass slightly to ensure compass is operating correctly Hold the PVS 7 in a level position to assure live rotation of the compass scale WARNING THE COMPASS ILLUMINATOR CAN BE SEEN BY OTHERS USING NIGHT VISION DEVICES 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 a...

Page 50: ...ord can be used to tether the magnifier to your person to prevent losing the lens if it is dropped To use the Neck cord tie the end without the clip tightly around the magnifier and attach the clip to a buttonhole belt loop or other convenient point Figure 2 13 PVS 7 with Magnifier Lens Assembly Installed F Infrared IR Operations WARNING THE IR ILLUMINATOR IS A LIGHT THAT IS INVISIBLE TO THE UNAID...

Page 51: ...ad mount or helmet mount if so equipped by depressing the latch lever Figure 2 1 and removing the PVS 7 from the head mount socket B Packaging After Use 1 Unscrew the battery cap and remove the battery ies 2 Inspect the battery compartment for corrosion or moisture Clean and dry if necessary 3 Replace the battery cap 4 Remove the demist shields sacrificial window or compass as sembly if installed ...

Page 52: ...2 30 8 Return to storage area Figure 2 14 PVS 7 Shipping storage case ...

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Page 54: ...n is not listed or actions listed do not correct the fault notify your maintainer Table 3 1 Operator s Troubleshooting MALFUNCTION TEST INSPECTION CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 Goggle fails to activate Visual Check for defec tive missing or im properly installed battery ies Turn switch to RESET OFF position and then ON Replace battery ies or install correctly If PVS 7 still fails to acti vate refer to highe...

Page 55: ...ance 6 Interpupil l ar y ad j u s t ment cannot be made left right eye Defective eyepiece assembly Refer to higher level of maintenance 7 Battery cap difficult to turn Check for dirt or grit in threads Visually inspect for the presence of an o ring Check for dam aged battery cap or threads on battery compartment Clean If o ring is missing refer to higher level of mainte nance If damaged refer to h...

Page 56: ... mount and PVS 7 to higher level of mainte nance 11 Helmet mount will not tighten to helmet Visual If damaged refer to higher level of mainte nance 12 LIF will not thread in or obstructs view Check for dirt in threads Check for damaged assembly Clean threads If damaged refer to higher level of mainte nance 13 IR spot flood lens will not adjust Visual Refer to higher level of maintenance 14 Compass...

Page 57: ...evel of maintenance 17 PVS 7 does not shut of f when exposed to high light test under day light or bright room light Perform the follow ing tests under day light or bright room light Place the lens cap on the objective lens Turn PVS 7 on and observe that they shut off within 70 30 seconds after energized Turn goggle off and then on to re ener gize If damaged refer to high er level of maintenance ...

Page 58: ...re to remove and replace the brow pads CAUTION FOR PROTECTION OF THE IMAGE INTENSIFIER DISCONNECT THE PVS 7 FROM THE HEAD MOUNT PRIOR TO REPLACING BROW PADS 1 Firmly grasp the head mount and remove the old brow pad 2 Gently press on the new brow pad Lightly smooth out any wrin kles in the new brow pad B Neck Pad Re installation During operation of the goggle it is possible for the neck pad to beco...

Page 59: ... bar buckle 1 Thread the strap from the inside of the buckle over the move able sliding bar see Figure 3 2 Thread the strap back through the buckle but this time under the sliding bar and over the serrated part of the buckle 2 Pull the strap through the buckle and tighten as necessary 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for any other straps and buckles that may have come undone Figure 3 2 Lacing the Sliding Ba...

Page 60: ...1 ATN5009718 9 5X Afocal Lens Assy 1 ATN5009719 10 Kit Adapter 5X Afocal 7D 1 ATN5009720 11 Obj Lens 3X 7D 1 ATN5009721 12 Obj Lens 4X 7D 1 ATN5009722 13 Obj Lens 6X 7D 1 ATN5009723 14 Sacrificial Filter Assy 75mm 1 ATN3144265 15 Sacrificial Filter Assy 108mm 1 ATN3144266 16 Sacrificial Filter Assy 162mm 1 ATN3144267 17 Lens Cover Assy 75mm 1 ATN5009724 18 Lens Cover Assy 108mm 1 ATN5009725 19 Len...

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