Newcon Optik Binoculars NVS 14 User Manual

Operator’s Manual  
NIGHT VISION  
MONOCULAR / GOGGLES  
NVS 14  
2331 Superior Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114, USA  
105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON, M2H 2S5, Canada  
IMPORTANT INFORMATION  
Read prior to activation.  
You have purchased a sophisticated electronic device. To  
operate it properly, please read this manual carefully.  
Ignoring operation procedures described in this manual will  
void your warranty.  
NEVER disassemble the unit. This device contains a source  
of high voltage, which may be hazardous to your health.  
NEVER open objective lens of an active unit in bright light,  
including daylight. At daytime objective lens must be  
covered by caps. A tiny hole in each cap provides enough  
light for daytime testing.  
NEVER aim active unit at intense light sources, such as  
lights, headlamps, campfires, the Moon, etc.  
NEVER reverse the polarity of a battery.  
NEVER connect the unit to external power sources.  
ALWAYS remove battery when not in use for a long period.  
ALWAYS keep the objective lenses covered when not in use.  
ALWAYS store in a warm dry place.  
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Precautions  
NVS 14 is a sophisticated precise optical instrument equipped  
with electronics. It should be handled with due care:  
Unit contains fragile components. Avoid impacts, dust,  
moisture and sharp changes of temperature.  
Do not touch the optical surfaces other than for cleaning.  
Doing so may damage the anti-reflection coating.  
Clean optical surfaces with professional lens cleaning  
supplies.  
Use only a soft clean cloth to clean the exterior of the device.  
Keep away from sources of heat, such as heating appliances,  
sunlight or central heating.  
Switch off the unit and remove the battery during the  
extended periods of non-operation.  
Do not apply excessive force or pressure to the lens assembly,  
movable parts and thread connections.  
Small dark and/or light points may be seen in the field of  
view due to considerable optical magnification of the  
eyepiece. This does not affect the operational abilities of the  
device.  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
1. OVERVIEW .................................................................... 3  
2. DELIVERY SET.............................................................. 5  
2.1  
Optional accessories.............................................. 5  
3. SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................... 6  
4. UNIT DESIGN................................................................. 7  
5. IMAGE INTENSIFIER TUBE SPECIFICATIONS........ 8  
5.1  
5.2  
5.3  
5.4  
Main parameters.................................................... 8  
Spatial frequency-contrast characteristics (MTF) . 9  
Field of view cleanness....................................... 10  
Schematic drawing.............................................. 11  
6. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ................................... 12  
6.1  
6.2  
6.3  
6.4  
6.5  
6.6  
6.7  
6.8  
6.9  
Installing battery ................................................. 12  
Switching the Unit on ......................................... 12  
Switching the Unit off......................................... 13  
Adjusting to individual vision............................. 13  
Focusing.............................................................. 14  
Auto shut OFF at bright light.............................. 14  
Using the Unit with head gear or helmet............. 15  
Swinging Unit for unobstructed view ................. 16  
Using IR illuminator ........................................... 16  
6.10 Installation of add-on lenses................................ 17  
6.11 Using the camera / video adapter........................ 17  
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6.12 Demist shield and sacrificial window ................. 18  
6.13 Using the helmet mount ...................................... 18  
6.14 Mounting on a rifle ............................................. 20  
6.15 Binocular configuration ...................................... 22  
7. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................. 23  
7.1  
7.2  
7.3  
7.4  
7.5  
The device does not switch ON .......................... 23  
Image is unclear .................................................. 23  
Image flashes ...................................................... 23  
Condensation accumulates on the parts .............. 23  
Decreased of no visibility.................................... 23  
8. WARRANTY................................................................. 24  
9. CUSTOMER SUPPORT ............................................... 25  
10. ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE ................................... 26  
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1. OVERVIEW  
NVS 14 (the Unit) is an optoelectronic monocular, intended for  
observation of objects and orientation at night or under dark  
conditions. The Unit is equipped with a generation 2+ or 3  
image intensifier tube, which amplifies low light, such as  
moonlight, starlight or man-made light.  
Add-on lens can be attached to the Unit to increase  
magnification.  
Two Units can be combined to form a two-eye optical system  
with the help of an optional bridge.  
Unit can be mounted on a helmet, head gear, weapon or used as a  
standalone monocular.  
Some typical activities where NVS 14 can be useful:  
Law enforcement  
Wildlife observation  
Security  
Search and rescue  
Hunting  
Dark room photography (connected to a camera)  
Features  
Built-in infrared illuminator allows observation in total  
darkness (i.e. basement, cave or dark room);  
Helmet mount (optional) allows combatant operations  
Weapon mount (optional) allows night shooting  
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Flip/flop mechanism provides for unobstructed vision  
when the Unit is mounted on head gear or helmet  
Optional bridge allows combining two monocular units  
into a binocular instrument  
Waterproof design (2 meter deep immersion for 2 hours)  
Soft rubber eyecup makes viewing comfortable  
Unit can be connected to photo or video camera  
Please read all the instructions carefully before using.  
Manufacturer reserves the right to introduce minor design  
changes without notice.  
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2. DELIVERY SET  
Standard* Delivery Set includes:  
Quantity  
NVS 14 unit  
Arm mount  
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
Head gear set  
Lens cap / Battery cover  
Manual  
Lens cleaning kit  
Carrying bag (soft)  
AA Battery  
2.1  
Optional accessories  
US mount clip  
Bridge  
Demist shield  
Hard case  
Sacrificial window  
3x add-on lens  
5x add-on lens  
Warranty card  
Lens brush  
Camera adapter  
Helmet mount  
Weapon mount  
*Exact Delivery Set is subject to the specific contract terms.  
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3. SPECIFICATIONS  
NVS 14  
1x lens  
NVS 14  
3x lens  
Image intensifier tube  
Magnification  
18 mm, standard ANVIS type  
1x  
40°  
3x  
Field of view  
13°  
3-∞  
Focus range, m  
0.25-∞  
Exit pupil diameter, mm  
Eye relief, mm  
20  
30  
Dioptric correction  
± 5  
3V CR-123 Lithium battery, 1 pc.  
or  
Power supply  
1.5 V AA Alkaline battery, 1 pc.  
40 hours with I/R  
Battery life, hours  
80 hours without I/R  
Size, mm  
115x42x62  
300  
202x64x72  
540  
Weight, monocular only, g  
NOTE: Due to continuous design improvements parameters  
may vary from those given above.  
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4. UNIT DESIGN  
5
9
8
6
1
4
7
FIGURE 1  
10  
3
2
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
On / Off and IR illuminator switch  
Infrared illuminator and light sensor  
Objective lens with lens cup  
Eyepiece with eyecup  
6.  
Battery compartment cover  
with battery type adapter  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Battery compartment  
Tightening screw  
Release button  
Head gear  
10. Dove tail platform  
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5. IMAGE INTENSIFIER TUBE  
SPECIFICATIONS  
The Unit utilizes a small size inverting image intensifier with  
direct image transfer. The tube contains a microchannel plate,  
multi-alkaline metal S-25 (NC tube type) or GaAs (N3 tube type)  
photocathode, yellow-green screen and built-in electronic high  
voltage DC to DC converter. The input window is made of flat  
surface glass. The output window is a concave fibre optics  
element with 180° image rotation.  
Both tube types are manufactured in two grades HD (High  
Definition) or XT (eXTreme performance).  
5.1  
Main parameters  
Image Intensifier type  
Photocathode operating diameter, mm  
Photocathode type  
NCXT3631IC N3XT3631IC  
18  
S-25  
GaAs  
Resolution, lines/mm  
45-57 (HD) / 57-72 (XT)  
Photocathode sensitivity, min:  
Integral, μA/ lm  
500-750  
35  
1200-2100  
45  
Spectral at λ = 850 nm, mA/W  
Tube light amplification, fl/fc, min  
Image magnification  
30,000  
1
Dark background brightness, max, cd/m2  
110 −3  
8
Image Intensifier type  
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), min  
Current consumption, max, mA  
Voltage, V  
NCXT3631IC N3XT3631IC  
18-28  
25  
18-24  
30  
2.8±0.8  
31.1  
Length, mm  
Diameter, mm  
36.7  
Tube life until parameters degrade, hrs  
Storage time, years  
10,000  
15  
Operating temperature range, °C  
-50…+55  
5.2  
Spatial frequency-contrast characteristics (MTF)  
Frequency,  
lp/mm  
HD grade  
(low resolution)  
XT grade  
(high resolution)  
2.5  
7.5  
0.89  
0.68  
0.40  
0.92  
0.80  
0.58  
15.0  
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5.3  
Field of view cleanness  
Zone by  
diameter,  
mm  
Maximum diameter of defects  
Permitted total  
area of defects,  
mm2  
Neglected  
Permitted  
Qty  
, mm  
0.12  
0 – 9.0  
0.06  
0.08  
0.10  
1
2
2
0.10  
0.20  
0.35  
9.0 - 14.4  
14.4 -18.0  
0.18  
0.20  
10  
5.4  
Schematic drawing  
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6. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS  
6.1  
Installing battery  
Unit is supplied with battery not installed.  
Prior to installing the battery, make sure the switch (1) is in the  
OFF position and the lens cap is on.  
The unit can operate on either AA Alkaline or CR-123 Lithium  
battery. Lithium battery provides approximately twice longer  
battery life and better performance at low temperatures.  
To install battery unscrew the battery compartment cover (6).  
When using CR-123 Lithium type battery, remove the battery  
type adapter. Observe the correct polarity indicated on the  
housing. Put the battery in and screw the battery cover back on.  
6.2  
Switching the Unit on  
In daytime put on the lens cap with the daylight filter prior to  
switching on.  
To check if the Unit is operational switch it ON (rotate switch (1)  
clockwise) and look through eyepiece (4). You should see  
greenish-lit screen. If the screen is not lit check the battery.  
When the Unit is ON through the eyepiece user may see either  
one or two circular indicators (Fig. 2). When not active they are  
hardly noticeable. Bright yellow or flashing red spot indicate low  
battery voltage. For uninterrupted operation keep a fresh battery  
ready and replace it on time. Bright red indicator reminds the  
user that the IR illuminator is on (for more details see 6.9).  
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In daytime with lens cup on it is normal to observe a fuzzy  
image. Switching on night  
vision device in daytime  
is intended for testing  
purposes only.  
The rotating switch has  
four positions: “Off”,  
“Auto”, “On”, “IR”. In  
Auto mode the monocular  
will turn off automatically  
in the upright position.  
This mode saves battery  
life and allows avoiding  
greenish shadow on the  
face, which may disclose  
the user.  
FIGURE 2  
IR illuminator indicator (red,  
left), Low battery indicator  
(yellow, right, optional)  
Note: The “Auto” switch position is optional.  
6.3 Switching the Unit off  
After you finished using the device, turn it off by rotating switch  
(1) to OFF position. Put protective lens cap on the lens. Remove  
the battery from the battery compartment to avoid any damage of  
the device in case of electrolyte leakage.  
6.4  
Adjusting to individual vision  
Turn on the device. Direct the device to an object placed within  
8-15m from the viewer. Obtain the sharpest image possible on  
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the eyepiece screen focusing the eyepiece lens (4, Fig. 1) and  
then the objective lens (3, Fig. 1).  
6.5  
Focusing  
To obtain sharp image on other distance adjust the lens focus (3,  
Fig. 1) leaving eyepiece setting intact. You should be able to  
obtain a sharp image for distances from 2-10m to infinity.  
If you wear eyeglasses or NBC protective mask, you may like to  
fold the rubber eyecup.  
6.6  
Auto shut OFF at bright light  
The NVS14 monocular has a built-in high light sensor located  
near the IR illuminator (2, Fig. 1). This sensor shuts the  
monocular off after about 45 second exposure to light exceeding  
10-1 lux level.  
To reset the monocular switch it off and then back to on as  
described in 6.3 and 6.2.  
High-light shut-off feature does not mean that the unit will react  
to occasional flashes or bright spots. It protects the tube against  
excessive light exposure only.  
Note: The Auto shut OFF feature is optional.  
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6.7  
Using the Unit with head gear or helmet  
The Unit is supplied with head gear (5, Fig. 1). Prior to using  
head gear adjust its straps so that the head gear fits head  
comfortably but firmly and does not slide when you are moving.  
The Unit is attached to the head gear with a swing arm mount (1,  
Fig. 3). To attach the arm mount to the head gear loosen the  
tightening screw (8, Fig. 1) on head gear, slide helmet groove (2,  
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Technical  
drawing of US  
clip mount  
1
2
3
5
4
FIGURE 3  
1.  
2.  
3.  
“Swing arm” mount  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Unit groove  
Flip button  
Grooved pad  
Locking knob  
US clip mount  
Fig. 3) onto the rail, and then tighten the screw.  
To attach monocular to the arm turn the knob (3, Fig. 3), slide  
arm groove (4) along the dove tail platform of the monocular (10,  
Fig. 1), and then release the knob.  
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To set comfortable eye-relief (the distance between your eye and  
the eyepiece), loosen tightening screw (8, Fig. 1) on the head  
gear and move the unit, then tighten the locking screw.  
To use the Unit with PASGT head and helmet mount unscrew  
the grooved pad (2, Fig. 3) from the swing arm mount and screw  
on the US type clip (6, Fig. 3) instead using four screws (Fig. 3).  
US type helmet clip is optional and must be ordered specially.  
To switch between left and right eye, press the flip button (5, Fig.  
3) on the mount and rotate it respectively until click.  
6.8  
Swinging Unit for unobstructed view  
When mounted unit is not in use you can raise it to clear the view  
without taking the head gear off by using the “flip/flop” feature.  
To swing the unit from the view press the button (5, Fig. 3) and  
raise the device up, until you hear a click.  
In “Auto” position of the switch, the monocular will turn off  
automatically. Reverse the operation for working position.  
6.9  
Using IR illuminator  
In case of insufficient light when observing a close object turn on  
the IR illuminator by turning the switch (1).  
Red indicator visible through eyepiece will warn you that the IR  
illuminator is on.  
Note: The IR illuminator is visible to anybody with a night  
vision device and can disclose the user’s presence.  
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6.10  
Installation of add-on lenses.  
Always make sure that the monocular is switched off when  
you put on or pull off the add-on lens.  
FIGURE 4  
NVS 14 with attached 5x lens  
Note: The following procedure is identical for 3x or 5x lenses  
(or any other add-on lenses).  
Turn off the monocular. Remove the rubber lens cap. Put the lens  
on top of the monocular and press it firmly towards the eyepiece.  
Do not apply excessive pressure. Make sure that the lens is fixed  
well on the monocular. To return the monocular back to 1x  
magnification, pull the lens off.  
6.11  
Using the camera / video adapter  
Before using the (optional) adapters, remove the rubber eyepiece  
carefully.  
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The adapter (Fig. 5) consists of 2  
rings:  
a) Camera adapter is 52x1 mm. It  
fits the filter lens thread of  
various cameras, e.g. Nikon.  
b) Video adapter is 37x1mm. It fits  
Sony cameras and some others.  
FIGURE 5  
If our adapter does not fit your  
camera obtain a proper step up / step  
down rings.  
Camera / Video adapter  
6.12  
Demist shield and sacrificial window  
Note: Demist Shield and Sacrificial Window are optional.  
Sacrificial window protects the objective lens from the abrasive  
influence of sand and dust at night time. It should be put on the  
objective lens like an objective cap with the daylight filter.  
Demist shield filter protects the eyepiece against fogging. To  
install it fold the eyecup to the very bottom to get the full access  
to the thread, and screw the filter gently onto the eyepiece.  
6.13  
Using the helmet mount  
The Unit can be equipped with an optional helmet mount.  
This mount can be customized to fit a wide range of  
existing helmet models.  
The mount is attached to a helmet with stripes.  
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The unit is fixed to the mount by a locking screw (1) (Fig.  
6). To adjust the position of the Unit to your eye level use  
the screw (4). To adjust the eye relief first loosen locking  
screw (1) and set a comfortable distance between the eyes  
and the eyepiece; then tighten the locking screw back.  
You can fixate the unit in three predetermined positions: vertical,  
horizontal, and 15-20 degrees above horizontal. Although the  
relative angles between these positions cannot be changed, the  
starting point can be adjusted by screws (3). If you loosen them,  
you can rotate the flip-flop mechanism to find the suitable  
starting point. Tighten the screws (3) after the adjustment.  
You can raise the Unit for unobstructed view without taking the  
helmet off. To do so press (and hold) the button (2) and rotate the  
FIGURE 6  
1.  
locking screw  
3.  
4.  
flip-flop adjusting screws  
mount binding screw  
2.  
flip/flop button  
4
1
2
3
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Unit until you hear a click.  
All other operations with the Unit mounted on a helmet are  
identical to those with the head gear.  
6.14  
Mounting on a rifle  
The Unit can be mounted on a rifle with Picatinny (MIL-STD-  
1913) mount adapter. The optical axle of the monocular  
coincides with the rifle’s Picatinny rail. Although the Unit does  
not contain a reticle and cannot be used as an independent  
riflescope, being mounted behind regular riflescope or red-dot  
reticle, it gives you an opportunity to aim your target in the night  
remaining invisible for the opposite side.  
FIGURE 7. NVS 14  
with Picatinny adapter.  
Two types of weapon mounts are available. The type shown on  
Fig. 7 has two screws with large grooved heads for convenient  
tightening. They attach the monocular to the mount and attach it  
to the Picatinny rail.  
Note: Over tightening the screws may damage the thread.  
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The ‘Quick Release’ model (Fig 8) 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 over tightening damage.  
The advantages of the ‘Quick Release’ mount are:  
“Accu-torque”  
screw  
Latch with spring  
FIGURE 8  
Quick Release adapter  
ƒ
ƒ
ƒ
Quick removal and installation of the device;  
‘Fool proof’ construction;  
Increased reliability.  
The ‘Quick Release’ mount does not provide tight fixation. It  
does not influence shooting because the monocular acts only as a  
viewer, while the reticle, which determines shooting accuracy, is  
fixed in a daytime part of the set.  
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6.15  
Binocular configuration  
Two Units can be combined to form a two-eye construction with  
the help of an optional bridge. Lens can be attached to form a  
binocular optical system.  
To form a double-unit system use the dove tail platform (10,  
Fig.1) located on both sides of the Unit. These platforms are  
identical. The tightening screw (8) locks monoculars to the  
bridge. You can use the double-eye construction in a goggle  
(mounted on a head gear) or hand held configuration.  
FIGURE 9  
FIGURE 10  
Binocular configuration  
Binocular configuration with  
attached 3x lenses  
In the two-eye configuration the interpupilary distance between  
the eyepieces can be adjusted between 58 and 72 mm.  
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING  
7.1  
The device does not switch ON  
Check if the battery is properly installed.  
Check the battery charge. Replace battery if necessary.  
7.2  
Image is unclear  
Check if the lenses are foggy or dusty. Clean if necessary.  
If the image is still not focused – adjust eyepieces; see 6.4 and  
6.5 for details.  
7.3  
Image flashes  
Image may flash during the first two minutes after activation. It  
may continue flashing if exposed to too much light (even with  
the lens caps on!)  
7.4  
Condensation accumulates on the parts  
When the unit is brought from the cold into a warm environment  
internal condensation may appear. Unit has to warm up for up to  
two hours to regain full operational capacity.  
7.5  
Decreased of no visibility  
Bright light sources (moon, projectors or headlights) may cause  
visibility to degrade or even completely disappear. Move the  
device away from the light source immediately. The image will  
restore within two minutes.  
Poor atmospheric conditions such as fog, haze or extremely dark  
environments will decrease the visibility.  
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8. WARRANTY  
NEWCON warrants this product against defects in material and  
workmanship for one year from the date of the original purchase,  
but no more than 18 months from the date of manufacturing.  
Longer warranty is available, subject to the terms of the specific  
sales contract. Should your Newcon 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 Dealer.  
Newcon will repair (or at its option replace with the same or  
comparable model), the product or part thereof, which, on  
inspection by Newcon, is found to be defective in materials or  
workmanship.  
What This Warranty Does Not Cover:  
NEWCON 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 a NEWCON Authorized Service.  
Postage, insurance, and shipping costs incurred while presenting  
your NEWCON 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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9. CUSTOMER SUPPORT  
Should you experience any difficulties with your Newcon Optik  
product, consult this manual first. If the problem remains, contact  
our Customer Support Department at +1(416) 663-6963 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 the equipment be sent to  
Newcon without authorisation by of our technical support  
department. Newcon accepts no responsibility for  
unauthorized returns.  
To locate NEWCON Authorized Dealer call:  
+1(416) 663-6963 or fax +1(416) 663-9065  
The defective products should be shipped to:  
From USA only:  
2331 Superior Ave. Cleveland, OH 44114, USA  
From all other countries:  
105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON  
M2H 2S5, CANADA  
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10. ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE  
Image Intensifier Tube serial number: _____________________  
Minimum  
45  
Measured  
Resolution, lines/mm  
Photocathode sensitivity, integral,  
μA/lm  
500  
Light amplification  
30,000  
Date of production:__________________________________  
Quality Inspector signature: ___________________________  
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NIGHT VISION DEVICE  
NVS 14-2/HD  
NVS 14-2/XT  
NVS 14-3/HD  
NVS 14-3/XT  
Unit serial number: _________________________________  
The unit complies with all technical specifications and has  
passed the inspection.  
Date of production: _________________________________  
Quality Inspector signature: __________________________  
Quality Assurance Seal  
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NEWCON OPTIK 2008  
Printed in Canada  

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