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The AN/PVS-15 style M-953 is a ruggedized
lightweight, self contained twin tube goggle system
that has been developed for the US Navy. It is
equipped with high performance Gen III Image
intensifiers. The PVS15 BNVS (Binocular Night Vision
System) twin tube design offers better depth
perception than single tube systems, and provides the
same performance characteristics as found in Aviator
goggles such as the AN/AVS-6 (ANVIS). PVS-15 night
vision is also submersible to 66 ft. (20 meters),
allowing it to be stowed and transported in submersed
conditions. This is also a particularly useful feature
for prolonged environmental exposure during boat and
amphibious operations.
The AN/PVS-15 night vision M953 Style goggle /
binocular can be operated as a handheld binocular,
worn on a head strap, or mounted on helmets. A helmet
mount flip-up stowage position is offered for user
convenience. AN/PVS-15 BNVS is particularly suited for
operations where depth perception is critical for
mission performance, such a controlling land vehicles
and boats at high speed, waist gunner accuracy on
helicopters, open turret command of armored vehicles,
and carrier deck night operations.
The AN/PVS-15 operates on one AA battery and
features a simple 3 position rotary control switch for
handheld or mounted operation. The system contains
both an IR illuminator and low battery warning
indicator in the field of view. As with all Litton
night vision systems, it features instant flash
response recovery to bright light sources so the
system recovers quickly from flares or weapons firing. |
