FLIR Armasight BNVD-51, Armasight BNVD-40 User Manual

ARMASIGHT by FLIR

Night Vision Binoculars

®

BNVD

USER MANUAL

© 2017 FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. No parts
of this manual, in whole or in part, may be copied, photocopied,
translated, or transmitted by any electronic medium or in
machine-readable form without the prior written permission of
FLIR Systems, Inc.

Names and marks appearing on the products herein are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of FLIR Outdoor & Tactical
Systems and/or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks, trade names, or
company names referenced herein are used for identification only and
are the property of their respective owners.

This product 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 additional information
prior to returning a camera.

Phone:[phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

This documentation is subject to change without notice.

Proper Disposal of Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (EEE)

The European Union (EU) has enacted Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE),
which aims to prevent EEE waste from arising; to
encourage reuse, recycling, and recovery of EEE waste;
and to promote environmental responsibility.

In accordance with these regulations, all EEE products labeled with the
“crossed out wheeled bin” either on the product itself or in the product
literature must not be disposed of in regular rubbish bins, mixed with
regular household or other commercial waste, or by other regular
municipal waste collection means. Instead, and in order to prevent
possible harm to the environment or human health, all EEE products
(including any cables that came with the product) should be responsibly
discarded or recycled.

To identify a responsible disposal method where you live, please
contact your local waste collection or recycling service, your original
place of purchase or product supplier, or the responsible government
authority in your area.

Business users should contact their supplier or refer to their purchase
contract.

Important Instructions and Notices
to the User:

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 tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that of the receiver

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for help.

Industry Canada Notice:

This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.

Avis d’Industrie Canada:

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.

FLIR Outdoor & Tactical Systems

815 Dubuque Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080
Phone: [phone] or [phone]
Fax: [phone]
International Phone/Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

www.flir.com

Export Information

Equipment described herein may require US Government authorization
for export purposes. Diversion contrary to US law is prohibited.

©2017 FLIR Systems, Inc. Specifications are subject to change
without notice, check our website: www.flir.com.

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CONTENT

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Safety Statement 4

1. Introduction 5

2. Getting Started 6

3. Operating the System 8

4. Maintenance 12

5. Warranty 13

6. Specifications 14

7. Spare Parts 15

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SAFETY STATEMENT

WARNING:

The image intensifier’s phosphor screen contains toxic materials.

• If an image intensifier is broken, be extremely careful to avoid
inhaling the phosphor screen material. Do not allow the material to
come in contact with the mouth or open wounds on the skin.

• If the phosphor screen material contacts your skin, wash it off
immediately with soap and water.

• If you inhale/swallow any phosphor screen material, drink a lot
of water, induce vomiting, and seek medical attention as soon as
possible.

WARNING:

This product contains natural rubber latex, which may cause
allergic reactions! The FDA has reported an increase in the number

of deaths that are associated with an apparent sensitivity to natural
latex proteins. If you are allergic to latex, it is a good idea to learn
which products contain it and strictly avoid exposure to those products.

Important Safety Instructions

• Read and follow all instructions

• Heed all warnings

CAUTION:

• The BNVD is a precision optical instrument. To prevent damage to
the unit, it should always be handled carefully.

• Do not scratch the external lens surfaces or touch them with your
fingers.

• To protect the image intensifier, keep the lens cap securely fitted
over the objective lens when the device is not in use, or when it is
being used in daylight conditions.

• Keep the equipment clean. Protect it from moisture, dramatic
temperature drops, and electrical shocks.

• DO NOT force the equipment controls past their stopping points.

• DO NOT leave the equipment activated during breaks in operation.

• DO NOT store the equipment with the batteries installed.

• Thoroughly clean and dry each item before placing them into the
storage case.

NOTES:

• Do not test the device in daylight conditions for 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 distances
(up to 3 meters).

• Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer

• All service must be provided by the manufacturer

WARNING:

• DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE DEVICE.
Disassembly can cause permanent damage.

• Use of the BNVD in brightly light conditions and in the places with
bright light sources such as firelight, headlights, searchlights, etc.
can damage the unit’s intensifier tubes. Avoid exposing the unit to
these types of light sources.

• When operating the device in extremely dark conditions, the light
from the unit’s IR illuminator will be invisible to the unaided eye.
However, the light can be detected by other night vision devices
(NVD).

• To reduce the risk of detection by another NVD, avoid prolonged
activation of the IR illuminator.

• The IR light is more easily detected by an NVD when used in smoke,
fog and rain. Avoid prolonged activation of the unit’s IR illuminator in
these conditions.

• The equipment requires some ambient light (moonlight, starlight,
etc.) to operate.

• Performance of the device in nighttime conditions depends on the
level of ambient light in the environment. Please remember the
following:

- The level of ambient light is reduced by the presence of clouds,
shade, or objects that block natural light (trees, buildings, etc.).

- The equipment is less effective when operated in shadows and
other darkened areas.

- The equipment is less effective when operated in rain, fog, sleet,
snow, dust or smoke.

- The equipment will not “see” through dense smoke.

BNVD® Night Vision Binoculars

The BNVD® is used as a night vision goggles or a handheld night vision
binoculars. Nevertheless, in the industry, and throughout this manual,
this type of device is also referred to as NVG.

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SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 BINOCULARS

This manual covers the BNVD night vision binoculars and all applicable
components. It is recommended that you read and understand this
manual to optimize the binoculars operation.

1.2 INTRODUCTION

The BNVD is a hand-held, head-mounted or helmet-mounted night
vision system that enables mobility, driving, weapon firing, short-range
surveillance, map reading, vehicle maintenance and administering first
aid during operation in both moonlight and starlight.

The BNVD is a dual-channel night vision device. The BNVD uses
advanced, multi-coated optics and a tough, compact, and ergonomic
composite housing. The BNVD can be used as a monocular or binocular
goggles, or stowed out of the way without removing. Rotating binocular
design allows low profile against helmet when in stowed position. This
device operates with a single gain control knob and utilizes features
like a flip up turn off with flip down turn back on function, when used
in conjunction with a compatible head/ helmet mount. There is also an
integral infrared illuminator for reading a map.

1.3 FEATURES

1.5 IMAGE INTENSIFIED NIGHT VISION

VERSUS INFRARED THERMAL VISION

Image Intensification “I2” works by collecting tiny amounts of light,
including the lower portion of the infrared light spectrum, that are
present but may be imperceptible to our eyes, and amplifying it to the
point that we can easily observe the image.

Thermal imagingtechnology operates by capturing the upper portion of
the infrared light spectrum, which is emitted as heat 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 heat, not light, a feat
impossible for the naked eye or image intensified (I
devices. This allows you to see clearly without any visible light. People,
animals, and objects all generate or reflect heat, and are clearly seen
by the thermal vision device, in even the most adverse conditions.

Thermal is best used to detect the desired object. It is the best 24-hour
imaging option.

Night vision devices provide a more natural image, wider field of view
(FOV), wider operating temperature, and longer battery life.

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) night vision

• Rotating binocular design allows low profile against helmet when in
stowed position and ability to use as a single monocular

• Binocular design for sustained viewing periods and improved depth
perception

• Manual system gain and focus adjustments for custom image quality
optimization

• Auto OFF when stowed; resumes power when deployed

• Integrated infrared (IR) illuminator

• Head or helmet-mountable

• Low-battery, bright light cut-off, and IR indicators in eyepiece

• Self-contained system operating on a single AA or CR123 battery

• Compact and lightweight, rugged construction

• Optional remote battery pack for extended use

• Limited 2-year warranty

1.4 REGISTER YOUR BNVD

You can register your product online at:

www.flir.com

I2 IMAGE IN NEAR TOTAL DARKNESS

THERMAL IMAGING

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