SPYRON Instruction Manual 2021 5
CHAPTER 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Introduction
This manual provides operation and field level maintenance instructions for the SPYRON. It
also provides specifications and data on the performance of the monocular. To ensure the
safety of the operator and the correct operation of the monocular it is recommended that
this manual is read carefully in its entirety before any deployment or field application.
1.2 Equipment description
The SPYRON is a self-contained night vision device that enables improved night vision using
ambient light from the night sky. Typically, the moon, star and/or sky glow.
Optically, it is made up of an objective lens, image intensifier and eyepiece lens. The
objective lens collects light reflected from the night scene by the moon, stars, or night sky,
inverts the image and focuses that image on the image intensifier. The image intensifier
converts the captured light into a visible image and reinverts the image which can then be
viewed through the eyepiece lens.
In situations where there is no light at all the unit can be switched into the infrared (IR)
mode. The SPYRON is equipped with an IR flashlight enabling the unit to use this invisible
light to operate.
The SPYRON is designed for differences in the physical features of individuals. This allows
for a wide range of operators to use the system safely and comfortably. Some of these
design features are the power switch, eye relief adjustment, diopter adjustment, gain
control, and objective focus. Lightweight and versatile, the SPYRON can be hand- held,
head-mounted, helmet-mounted, camera/camcorder adapted or weapon mounted as a
tactical night scope. The SPYRON is the most widely fielded night vision system available.
1.3 Standard kit parts list
