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1. This table cannot list all the malfunctions that may occur all the tests and inspections needed to find the fault or all the corrective actions needed to correct the fault If the equipment malfunction is not listed or actions listed do not correct the fault notify your maintainer Test or Inspection Corrective Action TACS M Check that lens Remove lens cover fails to cover is not from objective lens activate covering objective lens Check Battery Replace with new battery Table 5 1 Troubleshooting Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 5 1 TACS M Check battery Clean battery fails to compartment compartment activate and cartridge for debris or other impediments to battery contacts Remove from NVG If yes Check NVG cycle power Place If no return for eye near small lens maintenance aperture which faces the rear of the unit and look to see if pinhole glows orange Other condition If TACS M still fails to activate refer to higher level of maintenance TACS M Reprogramming is displays incomplete Conne Return for cting reprogramming when powered on Table 5 1 Troubleshooting cont Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 5 2 Thermal image is degraded Check objective Clean with lens cloth and display head for debris smudges scratches etc Check if the Perform Calibration calibration includes with cover over static image objective Actuate RESET u2. white hot shows hot thermal targets as white and black hot shows hot thermal targets as black In Outline mode the Polarity selection does not affect the image NOTE IF THE TACS M IS TURNED OFF USINGTHEPOWERKNOBPRIORTO THE BATTERY BEING REMOVED THE TACS M WILL RETAIN THE LAST USER SETTINGS FOR MODE AND POLARITY Calibration If the thermal image appears degraded perform calibration as follows 1 Place the lens cap hand or any thermally uniform object over the TACS M objective lens 2 Press and hold the power knob for 3 seconds until CALIBRATION shows in the image NOTE CALIBRATING WITHOUT COVERING THE OBJECTIVE LENS WILL RESULT IN A STATIC IMAGE Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 3 5 3 8 3 9 IF THIS OCCURS COVER THE OBJECTIVE LENS AND RE CALIBRATE Battery Indicator The battery status indicator appears each time a control is pressed or when there is a battery status change Once the battery indicator is empty the TACS M will have at least 20 minutes of operating time remaining With 1 minute of operational time remaining CRIT BATT will appear in the image NOTE TO RETAIN MODIFIED USER SETTINGS POWER DOWN THE SYSTEM BEFORE REMOVING THE BATTERY Flip Up Sensor The flip up controls are found in the user menu under FLIPDLY and are used to automatically shut off the unit upon a flip up motion for helmet mounted applications The flip up sensor detects orientatio
3. black white in the image OFFSET This value changes the thermal camera 8 7 offset While the value is stored it is only AUTO active during manual gain operation 7 8 Decreasing this value will reduce the number of saturated pixels ROT 180 Rotates the symbology 180 for operation with the TACS M in the upside down orientation Table 3 2 Menu Controls cont 3 12 Preparation for Storage l Power down the TACS M 2 Packaging after use A Remove battery B Inspect the battery housing for corrosion or moisture Clean and dry if necessary C Place the TACS M and accessories into the soft carrying case D Return to storage area NOTE PRIOR TO PLACING THE TACS M INTO THE CARRYING CASE ENSURE IT IS FREE OF DIRT DUST AND MOISTURE Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 3 11 This page intentionally left blank Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 3 12 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 1 4 2 43 Introduction The TACS M is designed to be used in diverse environments and rugged conditions However it is recommended to that regular and simple maintenance is performed for optimal system performance CAUTION THE TACS M IS A PRECISION ELECTRO OPTICAL INSTRUMENT AND MUST BE HANDLED CAREFULLY DO NOT SCRATCH THE EXTERNAL LENS SURFACES OR TOUCH THEM WITH YOUR FINGERS Preparing for Maintenance Before performing any maintenance or cleaning of the system remove all power sources f
4. below The factory default is 30 which is easily seen but the image is not lost during a pulse The RATE controls how long each pulse is in seconds A 1 is a fast pulse of once per second An 8 takes eight seconds per pulse The factory default is 4 which provides one pulse every 4 seconds Table 3 2 Menu Controls cont Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 3 9 ABC Activates the Automatic Brightness OFF ON Control This control changes the display brightness based on ambient scene brightness In varying light conditions this feature reduces the need for the user to change the brightness For the best effect set the brightness near the middle of the adjustment range NOTE FOR BEST PERFORMANCE WITH ABC TURNED ON SET THE BRIGHTNESS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BRIGHTNESS RANGE THE TACS M WILL AUTO ADJUST THE BRIGHTNESS FOR ALL LIGHTING CONDITIONS WHEN SET CORRECTLY NOTE WITHABCSETTO ON THE BRIGHTNESS CONTROL MAY APPEAR TO HAVE LIMITED FUNCTION AT THE TOPOR BOTTOM OF THE RANGE DEPENDING ON LIGHT LEVEL THIS OCCURS BECAUSE THE AMBIENT LIGHT SENSOR IS CONTROLLING THE OUTPUT AND ISA NORMALOCCURRENCE TOHAVEDIRECT CONTROL OVER THE BRIGHTNESS SET THE ABC TO OFF Table 3 2 Menu Controls cont Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 3 10 This setting increases or decreases the gain to provide higher or lower sensitivity depending on environmental conditions Increasing the gain results in more contrast
5. subject to E Mishandling misuse negligence or accident F Installation operation or maintenance that either was not in accordance with Seller s specifications and instructions or otherwise improper G Tampering as evidenced for example by broken seals damaged packaging containers etc H Repair or alteration by anyone other than Seller without Seller s express advance written approval Failure to promptly notify Seller in writing upon discovery of any non conforming item during the warranty period shall void the warranty as to such item Buyer shall describe any such non conformity in detail expressing its position as to return of any article under the remedy provided herein No returns shall be accepted without prior approval by Seller Return Material Authorization Number RMA Warranty and non warranty items returned to Nivisys for repair or replacement require a RMA Email support nivisys com call 1 480 970 3222 or fax 1 480 970 3555 with a serial number and detailed information to obtain a RMA Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 B 2 THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY EITHEREXPRESSEDOR IMPLIED INCLUDINGWARRANTIES OFMERCHANTABILITYORFITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 B 3 This page intentionally left blank Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 B 4 Inside cover intentionally left blank MIVISYS Nivisys LLC 400 S Clark Drive Suite 105 Temp
6. BLE SHORT CIRCUIT INCINERATE ATTEMPT TO RECHARGE OR OTHERWISE TAMPER WITH THE BATTERY WARNING TURN OFF THE TACS M IF THE BATTERYCOMPARTMENTBECOMES UNDULY HOT IF POSSIBLE WAIT UNTIL THE BATTERY HAS COOLED BEFORE REMOVING THEM Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 1 CAUTION OBEY THE BATTERY MANUFACTURERDIRECTIONSFOR BATTERY DISPOSAL 2 3 Battery Installation The electronic circuit is powered by one 1 Lithium CR123 cell Install the battery as follows 1 Remove the battery cap by turning it counter clockwise 2 Check to ensure the o ring is present and undamaged Replace o ring if necessary 3 Insert the battery into the battery compartment negative ends first positive ends toward the battery cap 4 Replace battery cap turning it clockwise until a Stop occurs BATTERY CAP POSITIVE Figure 2 1 Battery installation Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 2 2 4 TACS M Mounting Bracket Nivisys provides a standard mounting bracket with bushing for the TACS M to adapt to different night vision equipment including AN PVS 7B D AN PVS 14 14A and AN PVS 23 MUM 14A NVAG AN PVS 15 15A and AN PVS 18 An optional mounting bracket is available for use with the MUM 14 and NVBS 15 NOTE IF THE MOUNTING BRACKET IS LOOSE THE OVER CENTER LATCH CAN BE TIGHTENED ON ITS SCREW TO INCREASE LATCHING TENSION CAUTION OVER TIGHTENINGTHECLAMPING MECHANISM MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE NIGHT VISION DEVIC
7. E NOTE CHECK TO CONFIRM THE CLOSE FOCUS SETTING OF THE NVG WORKS CORRECTLY THE POSITION OF THE CLAMP SHOULD BE ADJUSTED TO ALLOW FOR THE FULL FOCUS RANGE ON THE NVG Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 3 OVER CENTER MOUNTING LATCH BUSHING CLAMP CATCH Figure 2 2 Standard Mounting Bracket OVER CENTER LATCH CLAMP BASE CATCH GRIPPING TABS Figure 2 3 Optional Mounting Bracket Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 4 2 5 Mounting the TACS M to the PVS 15 15A NVAG and PVS 18 1 Set the correct interpupillary adjustment for the night vision device 2 Turn the objective lens focus ring to the infinity focus position all the way in 3 Fitthe mounting bushing over the objective lens of the night vision device P RING MOUNTING OBJECTIVE BUSHING LENS Figure 2 4 Installing Bracket to a PVS 15 15A and PVS 18 NOTE MOUNTING BUSHING IS NOT REQUIRED FOR USE WITH NVAG Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 5 OBJECTIVE LENS Figure 2 5 Installing Mounting Bracket to an NVAG 4 With the base of the bracket toward the binocular slide it over the mounting bushing or objective lens housing 5 Slide the TACS M into the bracket until the unit is secured by the catch release 6 Orient TACS M unit as desired NOTE WHEN ORIENTING THE MOUNTING BRACKET CHECK THAT PERIPHERAL VISION IS AS UNOBSTRUCTED AS POSSIBLE 7 Adjust and clamp the over center latch of the TACS M mounting br
8. N A Nivisys standard MAGVAR TACS M is not installed with the compass FLIPDLY Enables Disables the flip up sensor The Flip up sensor turns off the TACS M when the NVG is flipped up to conserve battery Also controls the length of time the flip up sensor waits before initiating a shutdown due to flip up OFF Disables the flip up sensor 15s 30s The flip up sensor must exceed the flip up 1m 2m angle for the time shown before shutting down For three 3 seconds prior to shutting down the TACS M will display FLIP OFF Looking back at the horizon will reset the flip up timer Table 3 2 Menu Controls Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 3 8 PULSING OFF OUTLINE BOTH DEPTH 10 20 lt 100 RATE 1 2 4 6 8 This sets the flip up sensor sensitivity A T requires approximately a 90 flip before starting the flip off counter above A 5 requires approximately 170 flip before initiating the counter To aid the user in determining whether a target is light P or heat LWIR the TACS M provides a pulsing mode which slowly pulses the LWIR scene This pulsing can be available in OUTLINE mode or BOTH OUTLINE and PATROL modes The DEPTH and RATE control the pulsing characteristics and are set below The depth controls how dim the LWIR image gets during a pulse 1096 is a slight change in brightness 100 pulses from white to black and back to white in the time listed
9. P N 830 0037 0 OSR 11 S 2164 NIVISYS OPERATOR MANUAL TACS M Thermal Acquisition Clip on System Miniature Nivisys LLC 480 970 3222 tel 400 S Clark Drive 480 970 3555 fax Suite 105 info nivisys com Tempe AZ 85281 USA www nivisys com Export of the commodities described herein is strictly prohibited without a valid export license issued by the U S Department of State Office of Defense Trade Controls prescribed in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITAR Title 22 Code of Federal Regulation Chapter 1 Subchapter M Parts 120 130 Inside cover intentionally left blank OPERATOR MANUAL FOR TACS M Thermal Acquisition Clip on System Miniature ALL RIGHTS RESERVED This document contains information developed by Nivisys LLC It has been prepared to instruct Nivisys customers in the proper care and operation of the equipment respective to this document Neither receipt nor possession thereof confers any right to reproduce or use or disclose in whole or in part any such information without written authorization from Nivisys LLC Nivisys 2011 Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 i This page intentionally left blank Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 ii ADVISORY OVERVIEW The following description categorizes the level of risk associated with each cautionary statement displayed throughout the manual WARNING HIGHLIGHTS AN OPERATION OR PROCEDURE WHICH IF NOT STRICTLY OBSERVED COULD RESUL
10. TININJURYTOORDEATHOF PERSONNEL CAUTION HIGHLIGHTS AN OPERATION OR PROCEDURE WHICH IF NOT STRICTLY OBSERVED COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO OR DESTRUCTION OF EQUIPMENT OR LOSSOFMISSION EFFECTIVENESS NOTE HIGHLIGHTS AN ESSENTIAL OPERATION PROCEDURE CONDITION OR STATEMENT Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 iii This page intentionally left blank Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 iv TABLE OF CONTENTS Advisory Overview Table of Contents List of Figures List of Tables CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1 1 Introduction 1 2 Equipment Description 1 3 Standard Kit Parts List 1 4 Standard Kit Parts Illustration 1 5 Optional Items List 1 6 Optional Items Illustration 1 7 System Performance and Data CHAPTER 2 PREPARATION FOR USE 2 1 Introduction 2 2 Battery Precautions 2 3 Battery Installation 24 TACS M Mounting Bracket 2 5 Mounting the TACS M to the PVS 15 15A NVAG and PVS 18 2 6 Mounting the TACS M to the PVS 7B D PVS 14 14A MUM 14A and PVS 23 2 7 Mounting the TACS M to the MUM 14 or NVBS 15 Using the Optional Bracket 2 8 TACS M Quick Release Latch Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 v iii vii 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 4 1 5 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 5 2 7 2 10 2 12 TABLE OF CONTENTS cont CHAPTER 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 1 3 1 Introduction 3 32 Controls and Indicators 3 1 3 3 Powering ON OFF the TACS M 3 4 3 4 Brightness Control 3 4 3 5 Operation Modes 3 4 3 6 Polarit
11. acket securely onto the objective lens of the night vision device Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 6 Figure 2 6 Mounting the TACS M to a PVS 15 15A PVS 18 2 6 Mounting the TACS M to the PVS 7B D PVS 14 144 MUM 14A and PVS 23 1 Remove any head mount or helmet mount adapters 2 Turn the objective lens focus ring to the infinity focus position all the way in 3 Attach the mount bracket A PVS 7B D PVS 14 14A With the base of the bracket facing away from the night vision device slide the bracket onto the objective locking ring B PVS 23 Slide bracket onto objective lens Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 7 C MUM 14A Install the mounting bushing onto the main housing Slide the bracket onto the mounting bushing FOCUS RING LOCKING RING Figure 2 8 Mounting Bracket on a PVS 14 Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 8 MOUNTING BUSHING Figure 2 9 Mounting Bracket on a MUM 14A 4 Slide the TACS M into the bracket until the unit is secured by the catch release 5 Orient unit as desired NOTE PVS 14 14A REQUIRES THE TACS M UNIT BE ROTATED AGAINST THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT 6 Adjust and clamp the over center latch of the TACS M mounting bracket securely onto the objective lens of the night vision device 7 Re install any head or helmet mount adapters Orientation of TACS M may have to be adjusted so head or helmet mount adapters fit properly Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 9 Figu
12. an be used with the standard TACS M Figure 1 2 Optional Items Illustration Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 1 4 1 7 System Performance and Data The chart below lists the technical specifications and data of the TACS M system The data contained herein is subject to change without notice Battery 1 5V DC max 1 CR123 Lithium 2 5 hrs 23 C 73 F Dimensions 3 8cm x 6 4cm x 8 9 1 5 x 2 5 x 3 5 Weight with battery 150g 5 3 oz Field of View 20 circular Sensor 320 x 240 VOx uncooled LWIR microbolometer Spectral Response 8 12 um Table 1 3 System Performance and Data Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 1 5 Performance Range Clear Detection 300 m Range Obscured Detection 250 m Environmental Operating Temperature 0 C to 50 C 32 F to 122 F Storage Temperature 40 C to 50 C 40 F to 122 F Maximum Operating Altitude 9144 m 30 000 ft Maximum Storage Altitude 12192 m 40 000 ft Maximum Immersion 1 hr 20m 66 ft Table 1 2 System Performance and Data cont Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 1 6 CHAPTER 2 PREPARATION FOR USE 2 1 Introduction This section contains instructions for installing and attaching various components and accessories to the TACS M for operation under normal conditions 2 Battery Precautions WARNING INSPECT BATTERY FOR BULGING PRIOR TO USE IF THE BATTERY SHOWSSIGNSOFBULGING DONOT USE WARNING DO NOT HEAT PUNCTURE DISASSEM
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14. ionally left blank Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 viii LIST OF TABLES TABLE DESCRIPTION 1 1 1 2 1 3 3 1 3 2 5 1 A 1 Standard Kit Parts List Optional Items List System Performance and Data Controls and Indicators Menu Controls Troubleshooting Spare and Repair Parts List Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 ix PAGE 1 2 1 4 1 5 3 3 3 8 5 1 A 1 This page intentionally left blank Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 x 11 1 2 CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Introduction This manual provides operation and maintenance instructions for the TACS M It also provides specifications and data on the performance of the TACS M To ensure the safety of the operator and the correct operation of the TACS M it is recommended that this manual is read carefully in its entirety before any deployment or field application Equipment Description The TACS M provides the user the ability to enhance the functionality of currently fielded night vision goggles AN PVS 7B D AN PVS 14 14A AN PVS 15 15A AN PVS 18 AN PVS 23 MUM 14 14A and other image intensification D goggles The TACS M adds a thermal image overlay to the P scene without modifying hardware thus providing situational awareness in extreme low light no light or foliated conditions where P devices have some limitations At the core of the TACS M is a Long Wave Infrared LWIR 320 x 240 pixel Focal Plane Array FPA This LWIR sensor measures thermal radia
15. lease Latch Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 13 This page intentionally left blank Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 14 CHAPTER 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 1 Introduction This chapter contains instructions for the safe operation of the TACS M under normal circumstances and environments 3 2 Controls and Indicators The controls and indicators for the TACS M are shown in Figure 3 1 and are described in Table 3 1 CAUTION DO NOT POINT THE TACS M AT THE SUN ORALLOW DIRECT SUNLIGHT TO SHINE DIRECTLY UPON THE OBJECTIVE LENS TO PROTECT THE SYSTEM KEEP THE LENS CAP IN PLACE WHEN NOT IN USE BE CAREFUL NOT TO TOUCH THE OPTICAL SURFACES IF FINGERPRINTSORCONTAMINANTS ARE PRESENT USE THE PROVIDED LENS CLOTH FOR CLEANING Table 3 1 Controls and Indicators Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 3 1 LATCH RELEASE MODE SELECT MODE SELECT LII HIGH LIGHT SENSOR Figure 3 1 Controls and Indicators Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 Control and Functions Indicators Power Knob Turn the unit on by rotating the knob Brightness Continuing to rotate the knob will increase the display brightness Polarity Press to select white hot or black Select hot polarity Each press toggles between White Hot and Black Hot Calibration Press and hold for 3 seconds with lens cover closed to calibrate the system Latch Release Secures and releases the mount bracket Mode Select There are 2 mode selection bu
16. n of the TACS M when initially powered on When the unit is shut off because of the flip up sensor a FLIP OFF appears before shut down For best results turn the TACS M on when looking forward and level If the unit is pointing down when powered on normal horizontal use may be detected as a flip up To correct cycle the power while looking straight ahead If FLIP OFF is displayed during normal operation increasing the SENS value Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 3 6 3 10 will reduce or eliminate the occurrence Setting the SENS value too high will result in the TACS M not shutting down and may greatly reduce battery life Activating the User Menu The TACS M is equipped with a user menu allowing each user to customize their unit To activate the user menu press either mode button and hold for 5 seconds The user menu will appear If no button is pressed for a continuous 10 seconds the user menu will automatically exit The options shown in the image below are the factory defaults Figure 3 2 User Menu Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 3 7 3 11 User Menu Controls Once in the user menu either mode button advances the selection arrow down the menu Pressing the power knob selects the item or changes the value of the menu item indicated by the arrow RESET Resets user menu items to the factory settings If undesirable operation is experienced using this RESET will often return basic function COMPASS Not Available
17. nder user menu If no improvement Return for maintenance Table 5 1 Troubleshooting cont Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 5 3 This page intentionally left blank Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 5 4 APPENDIX A SPARE AND REPAIR PARTS LIST A1 AA A3 Introduction This section provides information needed to identify contact and order spare and or repair parts for the TACS M Contact Information To order spare or repair parts for the TACS M or any of your night vision products contact Nivisys LLC 400 S Clark Drive Suite 105 Tempe Arizona 85281 USA Phone 1 480 970 3222 Fax 1 480 970 3555 Spare Parts List The following is a list of parts that may be ordered for spare parts for the TACS M 8200 100 TACS M 106 0029 0 Standard Mounting Bracket 580 0002 0 CR123 Lithium Battery Table A 1 Spare and Repair Parts List Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 A 1 170 14 Lens Cloth dos 1 830 0037 0 Operator Manual al 830 0038 0 Quick Reference Guide ORG 1 Fus son Carpe se Emewra tens cover id Puer mecs PO ure Moomins Basne i Table A 1 Spare and Repair Parts List cont Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 A 2 APPENDIX B WARRANTY INFORMATION Equipment Warranties And Remedy Seller warrants that each newly manufactured item sold hereunder and such portion of a repaired refurbished item as has been repaired or replaced by Seller under this warranty shall be free fr
18. om defects in material or workmanship at the time of shipment and shall perform during the warranty period in accordance with the specifications incorporated herein Should any failure to conform to these warranties be discovered and brought to Seller s attention during the warranty period and be substantiated by examination at Seller s factory or by authorized field personnel then at its own cost Seller shall correct such failure by at Seller s option repair or replacement of the non conforming item or portion thereof or return the unit purchase price of the non conforming item or component Buyer agrees that this remedy shall be its sole and exclusive remedy against Seller and that no other remedy shall be available or pursued by Buyer against Seller In no event shall the Seller be liable for any cost or expense in excess of those described in this paragraph and expressly excluding any liability or damages for special incidental or consequential damages The warranty period for newly manufactured items shall extend 12 months from the date of shipment by Seller unless a different warranty period is agreed in writing to by Seller The warranty period for repaired refurbished electronic components shall extend for the unexpired warranty period or 90 days whichever is longer of the item repaired or replaced Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 B 1 This warranty shall not extend to any item that upon examination by Seller is found to have been
19. re 2 10 TACS M Mounted to the PVS 14 2 7 Mounting the TACS M to the MUM 14 or NVBS 15 Using the Optional Bracket 1 Remove any head mount or helmet mount adapters 2 Tum the objective lens focus ring to the infinity focus position all the way in 3 With the base of the bracket facing away from Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 10 the night vision device slide the bracket over the objective locking ring so that both gripping tabs engage OPTIONAL MOUNT BASE LOCKING RING GRIPPING TABS Figure 2 11 Optional Mounting Bracket on the MUM 14 4 Slide the TACS M into the bracket until the unit is secured by the catch release 5 Orient TACS M as desired 6 Adjust and clamp the over center latch of the TACS M mounting bracket securely onto the objective lens of the night vision device 7 Re install any head or helmet mount adapters Orientation of TACS M may have to be adjusted so head or helmet mount adapters fit properly Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 11 2 8 Figure 2 12 TACS M Mounted to the MUM 14 TACS M Quick Release Latch Perform the following procedure to remove the TACS M unit from the installed mounting bracket l Locate the quick release latch on the TACS M unit 2 Press the quick release latch and slide the TACS M away from the night vision device Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 2 12 QUICK RELEASE x lt d KU m Figure 2 13 TACS M Quick Re
20. rom the TACS M including batteries and or external power supplies Cleaning the TACS M When necessary use a moistened clean cloth to wipe the outside of the unit EXCEPT FOR THE OPTICAL SURFACES Be sure to wipe away excess dirt and dust that may restrict the performance Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 4 1 4 4 4 5 of and damage moving and mating parts If needed the use of a very diluted detergent solution is permissible Dry with a soft clean cloth or allow unit to air dry before storing it Cleaning the Optics When cleaning of the lens is required first blow any loose dirt or grit away from the surface of the lens Use the supplied lens cloth lightly moistened with water or lens cleaning fluid to lightly wipe the optical surfaces using a circular motion Dry with a clean and dry lens cloth Checking for Damage and Corrosion As a general guideline conduct an inspection ofthe TACS M accessories and the case after every use Look for heavy wear and cracks in rubber or plastic Inspect for moisture or corrosion in the battery compartment Check for scratches condensation and foreign matter on optical surfaces Report missing or damaged items for replacement Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 42 CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING 5 1 Troubleshooting Procedures Table 5 1 lists common malfunctions that may occur with the TACS M Perform the tests inspections and corrective actions in the order they appear in the table
21. tion in the 8 12 micron wavelengths The FPA video is processed and displayed on the internal micro display then optically projected into the night vision goggles NVG The TACS M attaches to the host NVG with a bracket that Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 1 1 clamps to the body of the night vision device and sits directly in front of the NVG s front lens The TACS M is powered by one 1 internal lithium 123 battery located in the integrated battery compartment and features a quick disconnect built into the clamping hardware 1 3 Standard Kit Parts List The standard TACS M kit comes with the items listed in the following table rem PartNo Description o 7 830 0037 0 Operator Manual 830 0038 0 Ouick Reference Guide 1 QRG Table 1 1 Standard Kit Parts List a s uewmeo son camice 1 ques umo TI ui Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 1 2 1 4 Standard Kit Parts Illustration The illustration below is provided for quick identification of the standard parts of the TACS M kit Figure 1 1 Standard Kit Parts Illustration Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 1 3 1 5 Optional Items List The TACS M is compatible with the following optional accessory listed in the following table rem rane Description Jes 1 106 0042 0 TACS M to MUM 14 1 Mounting Bracket Table 1 2 Optional Items List 1 6 Optional Items Illustration The illustration is provided as a visual key to optional items that c
22. ttons provided Both perform the same function Press to cycle through viewing modes High Light The unit will automatically shutdown Sensor if exposed to high light conditions for an uninterrupted period of 70 seconds or longer Battery Each time a control is pressed the Indicator not battery indicator appears shown Table 3 1 Controls and Indicators cont Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 3 3 33 34 3 5 Powering ON OFF the TACS M NOTE WHEN THE TACS M IS ON A THERMAL IMAGE OVERLAY IS VIEWED THROUGH THE NVG UPON POWER OFF THE UNIT HAS A3 SECOND DELAY BEFORE IT CAN BE POWERED ON AGAIN 1 The TACS M is powered ON or OFF by rotating the knob on the bottom of the unit Brightness Control Rotate the power knob to increase and decrease the display brightness Operation Modes There are three modes available in the TACS M Full Thermal high thermal sensitivity Patrol low thermal sensitivity Outline outlines thermal targets allowing a higher resolution P imagery to be viewed in conjunction with the TACS M thermal outline overlay Each press of either mode select button cycles through the three modes from Full Thermal to Patrol to Outline Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 3 4 3 6 3 7 Polarity White Hot Black Hot To select white hot or black hot polarity press the power knob Each press toggles between White Hot and Black Hot In Patrol and Full Thermal modes
23. y White Hot Black Hot 3 5 3 7 Calibration 3 5 3 8 Battery Indicator 3 6 3 9 Flip Up Sensor 3 6 3 10 Activating the User Menu 3 7 3 11 User Menu Controls 3 8 3 12 Preparation for Storage 3 11 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 1 4 1 Introduction 4 1 4 2 Preparation for Maintenance 4 1 4 3 Cleaning the TACS M 4 1 4 4 Cleaning the Optics 4 2 4 5 Checking for Damage and Corrosion 4 2 CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING 5 1 5 1 Troubleshooting Procedures 5 1 APPENDIX A SPARE AND REPAIR PARTS LISTA 1 A l Introduction A 1 A 2 Contact Information A 1 A 3 Spare Parts List A 1 APPENDIX B WARRANTY INFORMATION B 1 Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 vi LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE DESCRIPTION 1 1 1 2 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 2 10 2 11 2 12 2 13 3 1 3 2 Standard Kit Parts Illustration Optional Items Illustration Battery installation Standard Mounting Bracket Optional Mounting Bracket Installing Bracket to a PVS 15 15A and PVS 18 Installing Mounting Bracket to an NVAG Mounting the TACS M to a PVS 15 15A PVS 18 PVS 14 Locking Ring Mounting Bracket on a PVS 14 Mounting Bracket on a MUM 14A TACS M Mounted to the PVS 14 Optional Mounting Bracket on the MUM 14 TACS M Mounted to the MUM 14 TACS M Quick Release Latch Controls and Indicators User Menu Nivisys LLC Rev 20 Nov 2012 vii PAGE 1 3 1 4 2 2 2 4 2 4 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 8 2 9 2 10 2 11 2 12 2 13 3 2 3 7 This page intent
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