What is a fusion Goggles? For night vision the choice for the
military and law enforcement has traditionally been between light
intensification and thermal imaging, either amplifying available visible
light no matter how low, or using a non-visible part of the spectrum,
infrared – each with advantages and disadvantages. Until now. Enter
GSCI’s QUADRO-G.
“With the Quadro-G, we’ve taken the core functionality of the Quadro-S
and pivoted away from its weapon mounted operation to instead focus on a
tactical goggle that is better suited for versatile, short-to-medium
range surveillance and reconnaissance,” said Andrew B., lead technician
at GSCI. “The Dual-Eyepiece design is paired with a lightweight,
helmet-mountable housing that makes the Quadro-G the only true fusion
system of its kind. The operator’s safety depends on the reliability and
adaptability of their equipment, and we’re proud to say we’ve created a
fusion system that does exactly that.”
In case you’re not
familiar with this technology yet, GSCI’s fusion systems operate in 4
distinct, manually-cycled modes: thermal, daytime, nighttime, and a
day/night hybrid view, aptly named Fusion mode. These channels work
together to produce a lag-free video image that gives the operator
unmatched situational awareness in any low-light scenario. GSCI’s fusion
technology is undeniably considered top-tier within the industry, which
is no surprise coming from a company that’s garnered a reputation for
high-end, professional-grade devices over the last two decades. The
Quadro-G is certainly no exception.
Fusion is the Future
Sensor technology has been expanding across more bands of the
electromagnetic spectrum than ever before while getting smaller, lighter
and more power efficient, but it still forces the soldier or law
enforcement officer to make a choice: visible light or infrared?
It was clear that a better solution would be to combine the
advantages of light intensification and infrared so as to overcome their
disadvantages. This is what Bertin Technologies, Night Optics, ITT
Exelis and Pyser Optics have been doing, but Canada’s General Starlight
Company, Inc. (GSCI) might just have done it better in the shape of the
QUADRO-G.
Main Applications:
- Defence
- Security
- Border Patrol
- Special Forces
- Surveillance
- Reconnaissance
Product Highlights
- The highest available FPA Resolution of 640×480.
- Easy and intuitive multi-channel operation, minimal training required.
- Auto-NUC for smooth, uninterrupted, quiet operation (no clicks/sounds, no calibration needed).
- Fast, high performance Germanium lens with the lowest F-number for a sharp, clear image.
- High Refresh Rate of 50Hz for a constantly smooth live video feed.
- Quadro-G Fusion Goggles system is helmet/head mountable for
hands-free operation, while enhancing situational awareness through a
wider Field of View.
- Quadro-S/SC Fusion Sight system can be operated in handheld mode, as well as weapon-mounted with or without a daytime scope.
- Light Weight, yet Durable Hard-Anodized Aluminum Housing.
- Waterproof, Dust proof, and Corrosion Proof.
- Built-in video recorder, expandable to 32 GB.
- Short start up time of up to 3 seconds.
- Longest in the industry, 7 year limited warranty.
- Fully Mil. Std. compliant.
The
QUADRO-G is the new augmented vision goggles for tactical surveillance
and observation at short- and medium-range distances. Along
with selecting between visible/near-infrared and far-infrared (thermal)
channels individually, GSCI’s Unique Patented technology allows to
produce and display real-time, delay-free fusion image
that superimposes all ranges of the spectrum from its sensors to
successfully detect any target and defy poor lighting or weather
conditions. Wide field of view allows for better situation awareness.
The unit is small and lightweight, and yet made of a hard-anodized
aluminum for added strength and shock resistance. The unit is compatible
with most head gears and helmet mounts for hands-free operation.
Thanks
to GSCI’s patented multi-sensor technology, the QUADRO-G operates in 4
distinct modes: Thermal, Daytime, Nighttime and a day/night/thermal
Hybrid view, also known as the Fusion mode. On top of that, the QUADRO-G
comes loaded with many unique features that offer convenience and help
give the operator a tactical advantage. The beauty of the
QUADRO-G is that with the fusion mode you are never left in pitch
darkness. Both channels, complementing each other to produce real-time,
no-lag video image and unmatched situation awareness. This is achieved
by combining detailed images from the visible/near infrared and
long-wave infrared ranges of spectrum. The end result is a superb
detection and recognition capability.
> 100% Target Detection Capability
> Dual-Eye Observation
> Multi-Mode 24/7 Operation
> High Situational Awareness
> Auto-NUC: No Calibration Needed
> Universal Power Solution
Our
fusion devices do not have image intensifier tubes, as they are fully digital,
opposed to IIT/analog systems (ie. the L3 device).
The differences and benefits are as follows:
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CCD - Digital Fusion (ie. GSCI)
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IIT – Analog Fusion
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Night-time Performance
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Yes
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Yes
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Day-time Performance
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Yes
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No
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Risk to Damage Sensor in High-Light Conditions
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No
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Yes (Protection cap must be attached)
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Automatic Switch Between Night-Time and Day-Time
Operation
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Yes
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No
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Image Seen
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Full-Screen Fusion
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Centre-Screen Fusion
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Fusion Method
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Digital
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Optical Overlay
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High-Impact Resistance
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Yes
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No
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Vibration-Proof
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Yes
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No
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Possibility for Image Detail Enhancement
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Yes
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No
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Specifications
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OPTICAL PARAMETERS
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Optical Magnification
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1X
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Field of View
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24.5°x18.5°
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Focusing Range
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0.5m .. Infinity
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Eyepiece
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Dual
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Eyerelief
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Min. 20mm
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SYSTEM PARAMETERS: CAPABILITIES AND SPECIAL FEATURES
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Digital Passive Stadiametric Rangefinder (SRF)
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Yes
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Digital Detail Enhancement Feature (DDE)
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Yes
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Digital Edge Detection Feature (DED)
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Yes
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Wide Dynamic Range Feature (WDR)
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Yes
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Stow Safety Feature (SSF)
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Yes
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Integrated 9-Axis Absolute Orientation HUD (Heads-Up Display)
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Optional: 3-Axis Sensors - Magnetometer, Accelerometer and Gyroscope
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Integrated Compass
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Optional
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Pitch / Roll / Azimuth Indications
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Optional
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Power Saving Mode
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Yes
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Real-Time Date-Time Stamp
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Yes: Simplified, Extended, DTG Formats
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Digital Video Recorder with Real-Time Stamp
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Optional: Comes with Removable 32GB microSD Card
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Detection Capability: Man (1.7x0.5m) / NATO Target (2.3x2.3m)
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830m / 1130m
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Hand-Held Configuration
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Yes
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Tripod-Mountable
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Yes
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User Profiles (Configurable)
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Yes: 8
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Automatic/Manual Pixel Masking
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Yes
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Reset to Factory Defaults
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Yes
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External Video Feed Protection
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Yes
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Automatic Power Down Control
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User-Configurable: 10 .. 60 minutes of inactivity
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THERMAL (LWIR)CHANNEL
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FPA Type
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Uncooled, a-Si, Shutterless, Silent, Auto-NUC (Uninterrupted Operation)
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FPA Resolution and Pitch
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640x480, 17µm
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FPA Sensitivity (NETD)
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<50mK
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FPA Refresh Rate
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50Hz
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Digital Zoom
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1X, 2X, 4X
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Imaging Modes
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Monochrome (White-Hot / Black-Hot) and 8 Colour Palettes
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DAY/NIGHT (VNIR) CHANNEL
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Sensor Type
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High-Performance CCD
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Sensor Size
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1/3”
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Resolution
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800x600
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Sensitivity
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Up to 0.1Lux
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Night Boost Mode
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Yes
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VNIR Modes
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Day/Night
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DISPLAY
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Internal Display
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Full Size: 0.5-Inch Diagonal, Dual-AMOLED, Colour, 800x600
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Internal Display Contrast
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>10000:1
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IMAGE FUSION
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Type
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Real-time, Electronic
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Fused Channels
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LWIR + VNIR
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Parallax Compensation
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Electronic, Adjustable
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Heat Signature Opacity Range
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User Adjustable: 0% .. 100%
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ELECTRONICS, MECHANICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES
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Accepted Batteries
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4 (Four) AA: Lithium Recommended
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Universal Port
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Video-Out, Remote Control and External Power (4VDC .. 15VDC)
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Video Output Signal
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CVBS 1Vpp @ 75 Ohm
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Battery Life on 4x AA
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Up to 7 Hours
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Environmental Protection
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Min. IP67, Nitrogen-Purged Housing
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Dimensions
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152x132x59mm
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Weight
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650 grams
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Operating Temperature
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-40°C .. +50°C
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Storage Temperature
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-55°C .. +65°C
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Body Material
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Hard-Anodized Aluminum
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Warranty
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7 Years, Limited |
In the Box
- Fusion Goggles
- Mounting Bracket (Installed: Bayonet or Adjustable Dovetail)
- Rubber Eyecups (Installed on the device) + Spares
- Protective Lens Covers (Installed on the device)
- USB Power Cable (5-pin to USB)
- Video-Out Cable (5-pin to RCA)
- Quick Swap Battery Containers (AA)
- Neck Cord
- Soft Carrying Pouch
- User Manual
- 7-Year Warranty with Activation Form
- Waterproof Hard Carrying Case
- Cleaning Kit (3-in-1 Multi-Pen + Cleaning Cloth)
Recommended Accessories / Spare Parts:
| HMD-800 Tactical Display Unit |
| Flip-Up Helmet Mount for HMD-800 |
| IR Illuminator IR-250S (Kit) |
| AA Lithium Battery (1.5V) |
| Video-Out Cable |
| USB Power Cable |
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