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WARNING

*IMPORTANT NOTE FOR OPERATOR SAFETY*

The use of the IR illuminator in open spaces makes the operator visible for outside observers with night 

vision. We recommend using it only in confined spaces or extreme situations.

2.2.2.  Objective Focus

The objective focus allows adjusting the focus from 15 cm to infinity by turning the objective lens.

2.2.3.  Diopter Ring

The 

PD-PRO-16B

 eyepiece enables diopter adjustment to suit different user eyesight, by means of the 

diopter ring.  It is attached to the eyepiece and provides continuous adjustment from -6 to +2 diopters.

2.2.4.  IR LED Illuminator

The 

PD-PRO-16B

 is equipped with a built-in IR 935 nm diode (almost invisible for Gen 3 IIT), which gives 

additional close-range covert illumination.  The illuminator is activated by setting the operating switch to 

IR position.  A red indicator is displayed in the field of view indicating that the IR illuminator is active.

2.2.5.  Battery Compartment

The 

PD-PRO-16B 

battery compartment accepts a single “AA” size battery 1.5 alkaline or lithium 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

 can be provided with a neck cord for user’s convenience.  The type of neck cord can be 

suited to customer’s requirements.

2.2.8.  Operating Principle

The 

PD-PRO-16B

 operation principle is depicted in Figure 3 and is the same for boot goggle arms. Light 

entering the objective lens is focused onto the image intensifier. The image intensifier (2) receives the 
optical image from the objective lens (1) in the form of light energy, focused onto the photo cathode (4).

 

The photocathode is a light-sensitive surface, when light hits the surface it emits electrons. 

The optical image is transformed into an electronic one, intensified by a micro-channel plate, and 
projected onto the phosphor screen at the rear of the image intensifier. This can then be seen through 
the eyepiece (3).

The 

PD-PRO-16B

 uses 4G 16mm high performance tubes with green or white phosphor, characterized 

by low weight, high gain, reduced halo and reduced blooming effect, which normally occurs when 
viewing a bright light source.

Figure  3  MINUMUS-BINO Operating Principle

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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...

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