GSCI PVS-7 Night Vision Goggles Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- GSCI
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PVS-7 Night Vision Goggles
Instruction Manual
GSCI PVS-7 Night Vision Goggles
GSCI-PVS-7 is the MIL-SPEC, “single-tube, dual-eye” Night Vision Goggle system
with enhanced functionality compared to the conventional PVS-7 unit. Designed
for army, law enforcement, search & rescue professionals, it is the preferred
choice for conducting critical ground-based and maritime operations during
night time.
Using the best coated optics to enhance night time performance as well as the
top-grade 12 tubes the PVS- 7 from GSCI outperforms all other night vision
goggles available on the professional market today.
ADVANTAGES OF THE PVS-7
KEY FEATURES
- Universal Night Operations Tool
- Dual-Eye Observation
- High Situational Awareness
- Optional Manual Gain Control
- Optional External Power Port
- Optional Stow Safety Feature
TECHNICAL DATA
| Optical Magnification | 1X |
|---|---|
| Objective Lens Focal Length | 27mm, f/1.2 |
| Field Of View (FOV | 400 |
| Focusing Range | 0.25m .. Infinity |
| Diopter Adjustment Range | 4. +4 |
| Built-In IR llluminator | Yes, 850nm |
| IR-On LED Indicator | Yes, Concealed into FOV |
| Interpupillary Adjustment Range | 53mm .. 72mm |
| Automatic Light Overload | Yes, Built-In |
| Shut-Off | Yes |
| Bright Source Protection | Yes, Concealed into FOV |
| Low Battery LED Indicator | Yes: Off /On /IR |
| 3-Position Switch | Optional |
| Stow Safety Feature (SSF) | Yes |
| Automatic Flip-Up-Off Feature | Yes |
| Automatic Brightness Cortrol | 2pcs AA Batteries * |
| Power Source | Optional: Accepts 4VDC .. |
| External Power Port | Optional |
| Manual Gain Control | 15VvDC |
| Battery Life on 2pcs AA | Up to 40 Hours |
| Dimensions | 162 x 162 x 76mm |
| Weight ** | 375 grams |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C .. +50°C |
| Warranty | 7 Years, Limited |
| Made In Canada | ITAR-Free |
IMAGE INTENSIFIER TUBES
GEN 2+
GEN 3
ECHO
4G
Autogating and White Phosphor options are available with selected tubes.
Contact us for more details.
*** ECHO and 4G are the registered trademarks of Photonis Technologies S.A.S.
‡ Specifications are presented for optical-electronic-mechanic assemblies only
and do noticlude technical characteristics of image intensifier tubes.
⌗ Field Of View (FOV) values are valid i the system is equipped with an
18mmiimage Intensifier Tube
- Batteries not included
** Weight of the unit excludes an IIT due to its weight variations. Typical weight of an IIT is between 70 and’ angms as perlleanulacrurers’ specifuarions
DISTINCTIVE FEATURES
Flip-Up Off Feature
When Mounted on a Flip-Up Head Gear or a Helmet Mount, PVS-7 Turns Off Once
in Flip-Up Fosition.
- Flip-Up Feature works only with purcosely designed helmet mounts.
Extended Range Observation (Optional)
The PVS-7 allows to attach additional 3X and 5X and even 7X objective lenses onto existing 1X optics to increase detection, recognition and identification ranges.
External Power Port (Optional)
The External Power Port is designed to power the unit from variety of external
power sources.
Manual Gain Control (Optional)
Allows an operator to set image gain/ intensity to a desired level based on
ambient light conditions.
*pending IIT availability
Stow Safety Feature (Optional)
When enabled, the SSF Feature Shuts Off the Unit once it is Stowed and Powers
the-Unit Back Up when it is Returned Back to-the Horizontal Position. The SSF
Feature Helps Stay Covert in Night-Time Operations.
STANDARD EQUIPMENT: WHAT’S IN THE BOX
| 1 | Night Vision Goggles |
|---|---|
| 2 | Rubber Eyecups (2pcs Installed on the device) |
| 3 | Demist Shield (2pcs) |
| 4 | Sacrificial Window |
| 5 | Stow Safety Feature (Integrated) |
| 6 | Non-Flip-Up Head Gear PHG-7 |
| 7 | Rubber Daytime Filter with Training Hole (Installed on the device) |
| 8 | Neck Cord |
| 9 | Soft Carrying Pouch |
| 10 | User Manual |
| 11 | Waterproof Hard Case |
| 12 | 7-Year Warranty with Activation Form |
| 13 | Cleaning Kit (3-in-1 Multi-Pen + Soft Cleaning Cloth) |
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
| A | Advanced Helmet Harness HMH-1 for MICH / ACH Helmets |
|---|---|
| B | 3X Magnification Afocal Add-On Objective Lens SL-3: Snap-On or Screw-In |
| C | 5X Magnification Afocal Add-On Objective Lens SL-5: Snap-On or Screw-In |
| D | Manual Gain Control (MGC) |
| E | Stow Safety Feature |
| F | External Power Port, USB Power Cable included |
| G | Universal Multi-Voltage Battery Pack MVP-240 (for models with external |
power port only)
H| External Digital HD Recorder with Built-In Display and Video Output
NVR-714-D
I| Tactical Infrared llluminator IR-250S. Kit Includes IR-250S (850nm), Remote
Control, Picatinny Mount
DISCLAIMER.
Technical description, certain optical-electronic-mechanical features of the
product shown herein and/or some of its parts/components may not precisely
represent the actual device and are subject to change with cot prior notice by
the sole discretion of General Starlight Qompany„ Inc. Mass of the product
represents measurable weight pf all cpmporte.nts this product cpnsists of,
such as pptics, mechanics, and electronics. Dimensions ot the product
represents measurable size of the body, including alp optical components
attached and in fully folded position. Dimensions of additions such as
mountihg brackets, eyecups, objective lens covers, and/or battery extensions
may vary and therefore are not listed herein.
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