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15.4.   Head/Helmet-Mounted, PD-PRO-16B Operations

 

a. 

Take off the objective protective cover 

(in low light conditions only) 

and position it under the  

  

PD-PRO-16B.

 Opposite side of the electronic housing.

 

b. 

Set the operation switch to OFF for magnetic switch-controlled operation.

 

c. 

Adjust the diopter ring to achieve the clearest screen resolution (sharp spots on the  

 

  eyepiece). 

 

Does not focus on an object yet; 

put your palm over the objective front lens, to    

 

 

only allow a small amount of light into the 

PD-PRO-16B. 

Once set for your eye, it should  

 

 

 

not require further adjustment during operation.

 

d. 

Adjust the objective focus ring to obtain a clear image of a desired object. Readjust eyepiece    

 

 

and objective if necessary.

NOTE

The mounting adapter incorporates a magnetic switch that automatically turns off the

 PD-PRO-16B 

when it is moved to the side away from the eye, switched between eyes or removed from the head mount.

15.5.  Removing the PD-PRO-16B and Head Mount

 

a. 

Set the 

PD-PRO-16B

 operation switch to OFF.

 

b. 

Disconnect the neck cord from the anchor point on clothing or webbing.

 

c. 

Make sure that the objective protective cover is in position.

 

d. 

Press and hold the NVLS-24 release button on the mounting adapter.

 

e. 

Pull the 

PD-PRO-16B 

off the dovetail of the adapter assembly.

 

f. 

Loosen all straps and unbuckle the chin support.

 

g. 

Remove the head mount over your head.

 

h. 

Remove the battery from the

 PD-PRO-16B.

16.  Operation at Low Temperature

At very low temperature (below zero) it can require more effort to operate the 

PD-PRO-16B

 controls 

than in warmer conditions. This is normal. Do not attempt to force the movement of controls as this can 
damage the working parts.

The capacity of the battery is reduced at low temperatures. This reduction in battery life is normal and 
battery depletion will increase as the temperature decreases.

17.  Operation at High Temperature

The 

PD-PRO-16B

 can be operated up to 55˚C, but wherever possible protect the battery from excessive heat.

The 

PD-PRO-16B

 can be subjected to sudden changes in temperature. But if the 

PD-PRO-16B

 is 

moved from a cold area (A/C acclimatized) into an area with a much higher temperature and humidity, 
condensation can occur on the optical surfaces.

18.  Operation in Humid or Dusty Conditions

In humid or dusty conditions, extra care must be taken to keep all surfaces (particularly the optical 
surfaces) clean at all times.
When using for diving the sacrificial flat-flat lenses must be firmly attached to objective and eyepiece.
Adjust eyepiece diopter and focusing ring at 1-meter depth.

After immersion in salt water, all elements of the goggle must be cleaned with fresh water for 
dissolving salts and dried completely with a clean cloth.  Salt will corrode any material over a 
medium or long-term duration.  This will particularly impact the Magnesium variant of the PD-PRO-16B.

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Summary of Contents for PD-PRO-16B

Page 1: ...User s Manual PD PRO 16B Night Vision Binocular Night Vision...

Page 2: ...Night Vision p 2...

Page 3: ...or extended periods even when power is switched off Never point the PD PRO 16B towards a bright light source such as the sun City lights car lights or any brightly reflecting object will not damage au...

Page 4: ...al 16 Preparation for Use 16 Stand Alone Operation 16 General Operating Guidelines 16 Activating the IR light 16 Low battery indication 17 Head Mounted Operation 17 Ergonomic Head Mount 17 Fitting the...

Page 5: ...ent Versions 6 Figure 2 NVLS EVO Components Location 6 Figure 3 NVLS PD PRO 16B Operating Principle 8 Figure 4 NVLS 24 Adapter 10 Figure 5 Possible NVG Configurations 11 Figure 6 Diver Using Possible...

Page 6: ...ic vision to facilitate spatial vision to drive measure distances etc The PD PRO 16B is equipped with a built in Infra Red IR light which gives additional close range covert illumination WARNING When...

Page 7: ...ings Eye guards IR LED illuminator Battery compartment Mounting recess Options Manual Control Gain External Battery Pack Figure 2 NVLS EVO Components Location 1 Objective Cover 2 Objective Focus 3 Eye...

Page 8: ...the helmet mount and aligned with the operator s eye the equipment restarts automatically without need to restart the ON OFF switch WARNING Before flipping the goggle into the up position ensure each...

Page 9: ...um and provides inverse polarity protection 2 2 6 Mounting Recess The recess is the mounting surface between the PD PRO 16M and the helmet mount or head mount 2 2 7 Neck Cord optional The PD PRO 16B c...

Page 10: ...reen or White 2 3 3 Objective Lens a Focal Length 22 7 mm b F Number 1 03 c Focusing Range 15 cm to infinity 2 3 4 Eyepiece a Focal Length 22 7 mm b Eye Relief 25 mm c Diopter Adjustment 6 to 4 diopte...

Page 11: ...stem from field of view 5 Proximity Control Press the two buttons at the same time and move forward and backward release the buttons and the system will be fixed 6 Release Mono Bino Bridge Press to re...

Page 12: ...shields must be dry before being cleaned with dry lens paper 6 Optional Accessories The PD PRO 16B may be supplied with one or more of the optional accessories described in the following paragraphs 6...

Page 13: ...sed for storing the soft case with PD PRO 16B and its accessories under field conditions The case is water and air tight and its interior is prepared to accommodate the soft case Figure 10 Typical Har...

Page 14: ...e PD PRO 16B is cold or being used in cold and humid conditions It is made of plastic and is installed between the eye guard and the eyepiece The demist shield must be handled by the edge only Special...

Page 15: ...y brightly reflecting object at distances of more than 5 meter will not damage auto gated tubes Never point a visible or IR laser towards eyepiece or objective as the tube will be damaged permanently...

Page 16: ...le when powering the system using the external battery pack Never connect the external battery pack while there is a battery installed in the goggle battery holder 12 Preparation for Use a Remove the...

Page 17: ...view in the left arm this indicates that the IR light is active 14 2 Low battery indication If a green LED light illuminates in the field of view of the right arm indicate that the battery is near to...

Page 18: ...ssembly into the helmet NVLS 24 shroud starting the insertion on the top side of the NVLS 24 shroud and pushing firmly the bottom until the interface plate is completely inserted and locked Adjust the...

Page 19: ...port g Remove the head mount over your head h Remove the battery from the PD PRO 16B 16 Operation at Low Temperature At very low temperature below zero it can require more effort to operate the PD PRO...

Page 20: ...lows a Remove the battery b Make sure that the objective protective cover is in position c Carry out a visual inspection of the PD PRO 16B and the accessories d Clean and dry the PD PRO 16B and access...

Page 21: ...21 3 Eyepiece Assembly Turn the diopter ring all the way in both directions Make sure that the eyepiece and the focus ring move freely If they do not send the unit for inspection at a higher maintena...

Page 22: ...th cool running water to remove surface grit c If necessary wash gently with a mild soap solution rinse and wipe dry with a soft cloth or tissue d Exercise care in wiping whenever the coating is wet S...

Page 23: ...ive cover and screw the assembly to the left side 2 Fig 19 of the main body 23 4 Replace Anti Fog Demist Lens a Perform steps 3 4 2 a and b to remove the eye guard b Turn the old sacrificial lens CCW...

Page 24: ...NOTES Night Vision p 24...

Page 25: ...p 25...

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