Newcon Optik TVS 11 Operation Manual

Operation Manual

THERMAL IMAGING MONOCULAR

105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON, M2H 2S5, Canada

TVS 11

CONTENTS

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 BRIEF DESCRIPTION ............................................. 2

Overview ......................................................................... 2

Key Features of the TVS 11 ............................................ 3

2. DESIGN OF THE TVS 11 ......................................... 4

3. DELIVERY SET ........................................................ 5

Standard Delivery Set ...................................................... 5

Optional Delivery Set ...................................................... 5

4. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................... 6

5. STARTUP AND INITIAL TESTING ....................... 8

Use of Standard Power Supply ........................................ 8

Connecting with video recorder ....................................... 9

Using the unit with headgear ........................................... 9

Mounting on a rifle ........................................................ 12

Testing the Unit’s Readiness ......................................... 13

7. SYSTEM CONTROLS ............................................ 14

8. DISPLAY ................................................................. 15

9. WARRANTY ........................................................... 16

10. CUSTOMER SUPPORT ......................................... 17

11. ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE ............................. 18

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1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Overview

Designed for law enforcement, military and commercial use, the
TVS 11 Thermal Monocular is ideal for reconnaissance and
surveillance, perimeter security, wildlife observation and control
and a variety of other applications. Rugged and lightweight, the
TVS 11 delivers excellent image quality for observation through
total darkness and poor visibility conditions including smoke, fog
and most visual obscurants.

The device is equipped with a highly sensitive, uncooled thermal
detector and a high resolution color display, resulting in a crisp,
sharp image, regardless of ambient conditions. The device can
be mounted onto a weapon or used as a handheld or hands-free
(being worn on a head or helmet) monocular with a wrist strap
provided to secure the instrument in hand.

The TVS 11 is equipped with a digital USB interface for
programming in the field. Power supply options include Li-Ion
rechargeable batteries (optional), two CR123 batteries or external
power through a watertight connector. The TVS 11 features a 2x
and 4x digital zoom, along with various color scheme options for
the display. The unit’s operating status is shown on the display.

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Key Features of the TVS 11

 High quality image within the entire field of view

 Possibility to be worn on a head or helmet (hands-free

applications) or mounted on a weapon

 Mil-Spec housing, waterproof to 1 meter

 Low battery indicator shown on display

 Variable colour schemes

 Video output

 Compact and lightweight design

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2. DESIGN OF THE TVS 11

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1. Objective lens

2. Head/Helmet Attachment Plate;

Weapon Attachment Plate (at the bottom of the device)

3. Battery Compartment Cover

4. Battery Cover Lock

5. Eyepiece with Diopter Adjustment Ring

6. On-Off Button - Menu Button

7. Digital Zoom

8. “Black-hot” / “White-hot” / Sepia Control Button

9. Multifunctional Connector with Protective Cap

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FIGURE 1. TVS 11

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10. Objective protective cap

11. Rubber eye guard

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3. DELIVERY SET

Standard Delivery Set

QUANTITY

TVS 11 Device 1

Objective Lens Cap 1

Operation Manual 1

Soft Case 1

CR 123 Batteries 2

Car power adaptor 1

USB Cable 1

Video/Charge Cable 1

Wrist Strap 1

Head gear 1

TVS head gear adaptor 1

Optional Delivery Set

Weapon mount
NVS QR mount
Hard case

Attention: Exact Delivery Set is subject to the specific contract
terms.

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4. SPECIFICATIONS

Detector

Resolution 324x256

Full Frame Rates 30 Hz (NTSC); 25 Hz (PAL)

Exportable Frame Rates 7.5 Hz (NTSC); 8.3 Hz (PAL

Pixel Size 25μ

Operating wavelength 7.5 - 13.5 μm

Sensitivity <50mK at F1.0

Optics

Objective Lens 35 mm

Objective F Number F1.2

Field of View 13°x10°

Eye Relief 25 mm

Dioptric Correction -6 …+2

Electronics

Refresh Rate 9-25 Hz (PAL) 8-30 Hz (TNTSC)

Video Output

Display AMOLED, 800x600

Interface USB

PAL and NTSC programmable

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Mechanical

Temperature Range -40 to +60 °C

Shock Resistance 300g

Hours of Operation 6 (rechargeable) / 8 (battery)

Dimensions 130x80x60 mm

Weight with Battery 0.435kg

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5. STARTUP AND INITIAL TESTING

Use of Standard Power Supply

The unit is powered by either 2 CR123 lithium or 2 CR123

Li-Ion rechargeable (optional) batteries.

Ensure the rechargeable batteries are completely charged before
operating (you cannot charge the batteries inside of the device).

If the battery is completely discharged, the battery indicator
blinks will turn red. To connect unit to the car outlet, use the
supplied car adaptor (shown below).

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Connecting with video recorder

(Does not come with the unit - Can be purchased separately)

The TVS 11 can be connected to an external monitor or video
recorder. The video output is combined with the multifunctional
interface connector. Use the cable that is included in the device
delivery set to connect the TVS 11 to \external devices

Using the unit with headgear

The unit is supplied with headgear (Fig. 2). Prior to using the
headgear adjust its straps so that the headgear fits the head
comfortably but firmly and does not slide off when you are
moving.

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gear

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2

FIGURE 2. TVS 11
attached to head

The unit is attached to the headgear with a swing arm mount
(Fig. 2). To attach the arm mount to the headgear loosen the
tightening screw (1, Fig. 1) on headgear, slide helmet groove (2,
Fig. 2) onto the rail, and then tighten the screw.

To attach monocular to the arm, unscrew the knob (1, Fig. 3),
slide the arm groove (3, Fig. 3) along the dovetail platform of the
monocular (2, Fig. 1), and then turn the knob clockwise until it
stops turning (do not apply excessive force).

To set comfortable eye-relief (the distance between your eye and
the eyepiece), loosen tightening screw (2, Fig. 2) on the headgear
and move the unit, then tighten the locking screw.

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To remove the unit from field of view, press the flip button (1,

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Fig. 2) and raise the device. The unit should lock in position. To
return the unit to the original position, press the flip button again
and help the unit gently to swing down.

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FIGURE 3. TVS 11
Swin

arm moun

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Mounting on a rifle

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The unit can be mounted on a rifle with a Picatinny mount
adapter (MIL-STD-1913). The optical axis of the monocular
caligns with the rifle’s Picatinny rail.

FIGURE 4. TVS 11
with Picatinn

adapte

Two types of weapon mount adapters are available – Fig.4 and
Fig. 5. Either adapter enables mounting the unit to the Picatinny
rail. The type shown on Fig. 4 has two screws with large grooved
heads for convenient tightening.

Note: Over tightening the screws may damage the thread.

The ‘Quick Release’ model (Fig. 5) utilizes a latch with a spring
and patented accu-torque screw. You can attach and detach your
monocular within a few seconds. The accu-torque screw fixes the
mount with predefined torque thus protecting the thread from
accidental damage caused by over tightening.

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The advantages of the ‘Quick Release’ mount are:

 Quick removal and installation of the device
 Foolproof design
 Increased reliability

FIGURE 5.

Quick Release
weapon adapter

“Accu-torque”
screw

Latch with spring

Testing the Unit’s Readiness

1. Turn the unit on by pressing and holding the ON‐OFFbutton

for 1 second. The screen will switch on.

2. Using the diopter ring, adjust the display clarity.

3. The unit is ready for operating.

4. Turn the unit off by pressing and holding down the ON‐OFF

button for one second. The POWER OFF caption will
appear on the screen.

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7. SYSTEM CONTROLS

The ON-OFF control button is used not only to turn on and off
the device, but to activate the MENU as well. One short press on

this button activates the screen menu that controls brightness and
contrast of the screen. An extended press of this button in the
main mode turns the device off. The arrow buttons control zoom
and image presentation scheme in the main mode and change the
brightness and contrast in the menu mode. The table below
describes the functionality of each control button.

Control Button Functionalities in the Main Operating Mode

Control Button

Diagram and Name



WH|BH



ON/OFF - Menu



ZOOM

, result of rapid press

(≤0.5 seconds)

Toggles between ‘white

hot’ , ‘black hot’ , ‘sepia’

and ‘rainbow’ image

scheme

Menu Turns the device on and off

Switches between zoom

values (1x, 2x, 4x)

, result of extended

press (≥1.0 second)

Triggers sensor calibration

Shows/removes frame on

the display

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Control Button Functionalities in the Brightness/Contrast Menu

Control Button

Diagram and

Name



WH|BH



MENU



ZOOM

, result of rapid press

(≤0.5 seconds)

Increases selected

parameter by one unit

Toggles between

brightness/contrast

parameters

Decreases selected

parameter by one unit

, result of extended

press (≥1.0 second)

N/A

Exits menu

N/A

8. DISPLAY

In the main mode display provides an image of the observed
object. Permanently depicted service information includes the
battery status indicator and zoom number (if different from 1x).
Information about image presentation appears for five seconds
after this parameter is changed. The display also shows the
shutter icon together with the shutter click. In the menu mode the
user can control brightness and contrast settings. After exiting the
menu mode, the user is returned to the main mode window.

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9. WARRANTY

NEWCON OPTIK warrants this product against defects in
materials and workmanship for one year from the date of the
original purchase. Longer warranty is available, subject to the
terms of the specific sales contract. Should your Newcon Optik
product prove to be defective during this period, please deliver
the product securely packaged in its original container or an
equivalent, along with the proof of the original purchase date, to
your Newcon Optik Dealer.

Newcon Optik will repair (or, at its option, replace

with the same

or comparable model), the product or part thereof, if upon
inspection, it is found to be defective in material or
workmanship.

What This Warranty Does Not Cover:

NEWCON OPTIK is not responsible for warranty service should
the product fail as a result of improper maintenance, misuse,
abuse, improper installation, neglect, damage caused by disasters
such as fire, flooding, lightning, improper power supply, or
service other than by an Authorized representative.

Postage, insurance and shipping costs incurred while presenting
your Newcon Optik product for warranty service are your
responsibility. If shipping from North America please include a
cheque or money order payable to NEWCON OPTIK for the
amount of $15.00 to cover handling and return shipping.

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10. CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Should you experience any difficulties with your Newcon Optik
product, consult this manual first. If the problem persists, contact
our customer support department at [phone] or toll
free at 1-877-368-6666 (North America only). Our operating
hours are 9am-5pm, Monday - Friday, Eastern Standard Time.

Under no circumstances should any equipment be sent to

Newcon Optik without authorisation from our technical

support department.

Newcon Optik accepts no responsibility for unauthorized

returns.

To locate a Newcon Optik Authorized Dealer call
[phone] or fax [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Web: www.newcon-optik.com

Defective products should be shipped to:

105 Sparks Ave., Toronto ON, M2H 2S5, CANADA

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11. ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE

Thermal Imaging System

Resolution

320

640

TVS 11 35 mm lens

Unit serial number: _________________________________

The unit complies with all technical specifications and has
passed the inspection.

Date of production: _________________________________

Quality Inspector’s signature: __________________________

Quality Assurance Seal

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R1– 06.12

NEWCON OPTIK

Printed in Canada