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ARMASIGHT by FLIR

MNVD       

U S E R   M A N U A L

3.8  USING THE MNVD WITH A DOVETAIL TYPE HELMET/ 

HEADGEAR ASSEMBLY

For hand-free using the MNVD with either standard dovetail type headset and helmet mounts, use an 

optional transfer Swing Arm adapter #172. With the Swing Arm adapter, the MNVD can be positioned 

directly in front of the user’s right or left eye.

3.9  USING THE MNVD WITH A BAYONET/HORN TYPE HELMET/ 

HEADGEAR ASSEMBLY

For hand-free using the MNVD with either standard bayonet/horn type headset and helmet mounts, use 

an optional transfer Swing Arm adapter #37. With the Swing Arm adapter, the MNVD can be positioned 

directly in front of the user’s right or left eye.

DOVETAIL TYPE 

HELMET MOUNT

SWING ARM 

ADAPTER #172

BAYONET/HORN TYPE 

HELMET MOUNT

SWING ARM 

ADAPTER #37

Summary of Contents for Armasight MNVD-40

Page 1: ...ARMASIGHT by FLIR MNVD Night Vision Monocular U S E R M A N U A L...

Page 2: ...t is protected by patents design patents patents pending or design patents pending If you have questions that are not covered in this manual or need service contact FLIR OTS customer support for addit...

Page 3: ...ER Modification of this device without the express authorization of FLIR Commercial Systems Inc may void the user s authority under FCC rules to operate this device Note 1 This equipment has been test...

Page 4: ...ype Helmet Headgear Assembly 16 3 8 Using the MNVD with a Dovetail type Helmet Headgear Assembly 17 3 9 Using the MNVD with a Bayonet Horn type Helmet Headgear Assembly 17 3 10 Using a Pair of MNVD wi...

Page 5: ...n which products contain it and strictly avoid exposure to those products IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and follow all instructions Heed all warnings Only use the attachments accessories specifie...

Page 6: ...more than ten 10 minutes even with the daylight filter lens cap on The purpose of the built in IR illuminator is to provide additional illumination when necessary while viewing scenes at close distan...

Page 7: ...tem or stowed out of the way without removing This device operates with a single On Off Gain Control knob and utilizes features like a flip up turn off function when used in conjunction with a head or...

Page 8: ...at by objects instead of simply reflected as light Hotter objects such as warm bodies emit more of this light than cooler objects like trees or buildings The thermal vision device makes images from he...

Page 9: ...ailable with the features options and accessories described in this manual Refer to the packing list enclosed with your product to determine the actual contents of your product package LENS CAP EYECUP...

Page 10: ...LLATION 1 Unscrew the battery cap and insert the CR123A battery observing the polarity markings on the body of the device 2 With the battery adapter installed screw the battery cap back on securely BA...

Page 11: ...Stadia for 5x Afocal Lens ANAMRF0005 Goggle Kit 2 Adjustable universal assembly that secures the MNVD to the operator s head providing hands free operation ANHG000004 Helmet Mount 4 Adjustable univer...

Page 12: ...ime use ANAM000001 Extended Rail Adapter 85 Dovetail Weaver Picatinny Rail Adapter extends scope base 7 5 to 11 5 ANAM000045 Dovetail 21 Weaver Transfer Piece allows the IR illuminator to be mounted o...

Page 13: ...mount fore and aft adjustment objective lens focus and eyepiece focus The monocular is equipped with an infrared IR light emitting diode or IR illuminator to provide additional illumination for close...

Page 14: ...ize the sharpness of the image in the viewfinder 3 2 4 FOCUS RING Bring the object into focus by turning the objective focus ring CCW for far focus CW for near focus if you look in the eyepieces Rotat...

Page 15: ...e brightness and contrast of the image by rotating the control knob NOTE If the automatic shut off system turns off the device when it is used turn on the monocular again by double clicking on the ope...

Page 16: ...down the protective system manually by closing the photoreceiver CAUTION DO NOT forget to open the photoreceiver after completing your mission 3 7 USING THE MNVD WITH A MINI RAIL TYPE HELMET HEADGEAR...

Page 17: ...can be positioned directly in front of the user s right or left eye 3 9 USING THE MNVD WITH A BAYONET HORN TYPE HELMET HEADGEAR ASSEMBLY For hand free using the MNVD with either standard bayonet horn...

Page 18: ...etail type headsets and helmet mounts by replacing the interface shoe For more information on the use of an Dual Bridge see the User Manual 3 11 DEMIST SHIELD INSTALLATION Mount a Demist Shield to the...

Page 19: ...MENT The Advanced Range Finding Stadia ARFS is an optical projection attachment for night vision devices The ARFS mounts to the MNVD s afocal magnifier The built in illuminated universal stadia range...

Page 20: ...the brow and the rear of the equipment When mounting your equipment we recommend positioning it as far forward as possible With hard recoiling rifles serious injury or even death can result from eyepi...

Page 21: ...tically shutters to prevent light splash Simply pinch the side of the eyecup to look through the monocular 3 18 USING A LONG RANGE IR ILLUMINATOR IR850 XLR Long Range Infrared Illuminator provides gre...

Page 22: ...ional camera camcorder adapter can take still photography or video in near to total darkness To mount the MNVD affixed with a camera or video recorder to a tripod you will need the Universal Camera Ad...

Page 23: ...cleaning Clean the lens according to the instructions below when image quality degradation is noticed or excessive dirt or other contaminant is on the lens Do not use abrasive materials such as paper...

Page 24: ...oduct the Customer must complete and submit FLIR Outdoor Tactical Systems PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM on our website www armasight com customer support 5 3 OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE For service repair...

Page 25: ...es low battery IR ON and excessive light conditions SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Manual Gain Control Yes Bright Light Cut Off Yes Automatic Shut Off System Yes Low Battery Indicator Yes IR Indicator Yes Brig...

Page 26: ...removed in order to replace authorized parts The ITEM NO column indicates the number used to identify items in figure below The PART NO column indicates the primary number used by the manufacturer to...

Page 27: ...ap Retainer MNVDMBCR 5 Battery Cap MNVDMBTCP 6 Eyecup MNVDMEYCP 7 MNVD 51 Eyepiece Assembly MNVDM51EA 8 MNVD 40 Eyepiece Assembly MNVDM40EA 9 Mini Rail MNVDMEYCP 10 MNVD 51 Objective Lens Assembly MNV...

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