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ARMASIGHT by FLIR
PVS-14
U S E R M A N U A L
SECTION 2
DESCRIPTION AND DATA
2.1 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
2.1.1. EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURES
The PVS-14 is a hand-held, head-mounted, helmet mounted, or weapon-mounted night vision system
that enables walking, weapon firing, short-range surveillance, map reading, vehicle maintenance,
and administration of first aid in both moonlight and starlight conditions. Each unit allows for vertical
adjustment (by using the head strap), fore-and-aft adjustment, objective lens focus and eyepiece focus.
The monocular is also equipped with a manual gain control, an IR source, and a low battery indicator.
2.1.2. LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS
The NVMPS includes the items shown in Figures 2-1 and 2-2. The major components are the monocular,
head mount, helmet mount, carrying case, and the shipping and storage case.
A. MONOCULAR
The monocular (see Figure 2-4) consists of various components such as an objective lens, an image
intensifier (not shown), an eyepiece lens and a battery cap.
The monocular also uses the accessories listed below (Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2):
B. DEMIST SHIELD
The demist shield is used to prevent the eyepiece lenses from becoming fogged.
C. SACRIFICIAL WINDOW
A replaceable sacrificial window is supplied to protect the objective lens during operation in adverse
conditions.
D. TETHERING CORD
The tethering cord enables the user to attach the compass or 3x magnifier to a button hole or belt loop to
guard against dropping or losing these items.
E. HEAD MOUNT
The head mount secures the monocular to the operator’s head for night viewing and provides freehand
support for use with a weapon, protective mask, or for other purposes in which freehand operation is
required. It is adjustable and cushioned. The thin browpad should be used for larger heads, and comes
attached to the head mount; the thick and medium browpads should be used for smaller heads, and are
stored in the carrying case.