Videos tagged with Raven Group Bridge

This guide details the setup of a dual thermal and night vision system for property defense. It emphasizes the importance of thermal imaging for detecting camouflaged individuals, complementing traditional night vision. The process involves mounting an Armasite thermal and a PVS-14 night vision device onto a Team Wendy helmet using a Wilcox Wilcox mount and a Raven Group bridge.

This video demonstrates the installation of budget-friendly Peltor-style hearing protection onto a tactical helmet setup. The presenter highlights the cost savings compared to high-end Peltors and offers a tip to upgrade to gel ear pads for enhanced comfort and a better seal, especially for users wearing glasses. The guide covers mounting the hearing protection onto a Team Wendy helmet equipped with various night vision accessories, emphasizing the importance of proper adjustment for effective sound dampening.

This guide details a setup for homestead defense utilizing both thermal and night vision capabilities. It outlines the process of mounting an Armicite Sidekick thermal imager and an Armicite PVS14 night vision device onto a Team Wendy helmet using a Willcox mount and Raven Group bridge. The setup also includes Peltor electronic hearing protection for situational awareness.

This video explores the advantages of combining thermal imaging with traditional night vision (NVG) for enhanced target identification. While NVG offers clear detail, thermal excels at detecting heat signatures, making it difficult for targets to remain hidden. The presenter demonstrates how pairing a thermal imager like the Armasight Sidekick with an NVG like the PVS-14, bridged together, allows for a dual-spectrum approach. This combination enables users to first detect potential targets via heat and then confirm their identity with NVG, crucial for scenarios like hunting or tactical operations where positive identification is paramount.

The Armite Sidekick 320 is a compact thermal monocular featuring a 320x240 sensor and a 1024x768 OLED display. It offers 1-4x digital zoom, records video and photos, and can be powered by a single CR123 battery (1.5-2 hours) or two (5.5 hours). The device includes a mini dovetail mount for helmet integration and is compatible with mounts like the Raven Group bridge for dual-band applications.

This video discusses the necessity of a bridge mount for combining a PVS-14 night vision device with a thermal optic. The presenter highlights the Raven Group bridge, noting its aluminum construction, American manufacturing, and adjustable sliding stops for precise eye alignment. It also touches on various thermal optic options compatible with MUM rails, such as the Armite Sidekick, MH25, and FLIR Breach, with mentions of upcoming mounts like the Sting IR.