Portable Target Acquisition System (TAS)

Premium Multi-Sensor Portable Target Acquisition System (TAS) – 640×512 Thermal | 10km LRF | Five-Channel All-In-One Reconnaissance Solution

The MHNV MH-MST5-TI represents a breakthrough in integrated observation technology. This Portable Target Acquisition System (TAS) consolidates five observation channels—7× direct-view optics, 800×600 low-light night vision, 640×512 thermal imaging, 10km eye-safe laser rangefinder, and 850nm target indicator—into a mission-ready 1.75kg housing. Engineered by Xi'an MH Electronics And Technology Co., Ltd. with over 12 years of electro-optical manufacturing experience, the system delivers all-weather target identification and precise coordinate acquisition for reconnaissance and forward observation operations. Built to IP67 standard and operational from −40°C to +60°C, the MH-MST5-TI integrates multi-GNSS positioning and outputs target data directly to command systems.

Why Choose the MHNV MH-MST5-TI Portable Target Acquisition System (TAS)?

Traditional reconnaissance requires three to four separate devices—thermal monocular, night vision, laser rangefinder, and GPS receiver—creating a 5–8kg burden and forcing operators to correlate data manually. The MH-MST5-TI solves this by embedding all sensors in one 1.75kg unit. You reduce kit weight by 60–70% compared to multi-device setups.

The system's continuous 1.0×–8.0× digital zoom on both night vision and thermal channels lets you track targets smoothly without stepped zoom interruptions. The 640×512 @ 12µm thermal detector paired with a 40mm F1.0 germanium lens delivers 11.0°×8.2° field of view and consistent image quality across zoom ranges.

Multi-GNSS positioning across GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou ensures robust satellite acquisition in any region. Target grids computed from own-position, compass bearing, and laser range are delivered in the numerical format your fire direction center uses. This eliminates manual conversion errors and accelerates engagement cycles.

Five-Channel Observation Architecture

Direct-View Optics: 7× magnification with 5.86° FOV (97 mil) provides zero-latency viewing and reticle ranging even on dead battery.

Low-Light Night Vision: 800×600 CMOS sensor with 8µm pixel pitch operates under starlight and moonless conditions. Field of view spans 7.3°×5.5° (122×92 mil) with 1.0×–8.0× continuous zoom.

Thermal Imaging: 640×512 uncooled detector running at 50Hz refresh rate. The 40mm germanium objective captures 11.0°×8.2° FOV and supports the same 1.0×–8.0× zoom range for seamless channel switching.

Laser Rangefinder: 1535nm eye-safe pulse measures distances from 30m to 10,000m across humans, vehicles, aircraft, and structures.

Target Indicator: 850nm output at ≥30mW provides covert IR pointer designation visible to night-vision-equipped teammates and drone operators.

Technical Specifications

Advanced Integration and Data Output

The MH-MST5-TI Portable Target Acquisition System (TAS) features RS232, USB 2.0, CVBS (PAL), HDMI, and 12V±3V external power input. You can stream live video to command laptops, output to vehicle displays, and download footage for after-action review. On-board storage starts at 128GB and scales up to 2TB, capturing 40–700 hours of dual-channel video depending on configuration.

External 12V power input supports indefinite-duration static observation without draining internal batteries. This makes the system suitable for vehicle-mounted or fixed-post deployment as well as dismounted patrol.

The integrated multi-GNSS receiver calculates target coordinates automatically. When you range a target, the system combines your GPS position, compass bearing, and laser distance to output grid coordinates ready for fire mission handoff. This closed-loop automation eliminates the manual map work that introduces errors and delays.

Designed for Harsh Environments

IP67 sealing protects against dust ingress and temporary immersion. Operating temperature range from −40°C to +60°C covers arctic, temperate, and desert conditions. Storage temperature extends to −45°C to +70°C for equipment pre-positioning in extreme climates.

MHNV® conducts shock, vibration, and humidity testing aligned with international environmental standards. Every unit ships with serialized QC data sheets documenting performance verification.

OEM and Customization Services

MHNV® offers complete OEM and ODM services. You can customize sensor selection, zoom ranges, reticle patterns, user interface language, housing color, and logo placement. Our in-house engineering teams manage optical design, FPGA image processing, firmware development, mechanical housing design, and final assembly.

Lead times are competitive: ready-stock units ship in 3–7 days, ODM samples in 15–25 days, and mass production in 30–45 days. We support NDA agreements and customer-specific tooling ownership transfer for long-term partnerships.

FAQ

Q: What makes this product different from carrying separate thermal, night vision, and rangefinder devices?

A: The MH-MST5-TI integrates all five observation channels—direct optics, low-light night vision, thermal imaging, 10km laser rangefinder, and 850nm target indicator—into a single 1.75kg housing, reducing total kit weight by 60–70% compared to multi-device setups and eliminating the need to correlate data manually across separate units. You switch channels with a single control, maintain continuous target observation during transitions, and receive auto-calculated target coordinates from the embedded multi-GNSS receiver and digital compass, cutting sensor-to-shooter latency and removing manual conversion errors.

Q: How does the continuous 1.0×–8.0× zoom improve operational effectiveness compared to stepped zoom?

A: Continuous zoom allows you to dial the exact magnification needed to match target distance and pixel-per-target ratio in real time, without losing the target during zoom transitions common in 1×/2×/4× stepped systems. Both the 800×600 low-light channel and the 640×512 thermal channel support smooth zoom across the full 1.0×–8.0× range, so you can start scanning at 1× wide field to locate movement, then smoothly zoom to 8× narrow field for identification-quality imagery on the same channel without switching devices or re-acquiring the target.

Q: Can the 850nm target indicator be detected by opposing forces?

A: The 850nm laser output at ≥30mW is invisible to the naked eye and operates in the near-infrared spectrum, making it covert to unaided observation. However, it is visible to night-vision devices and IR-sensitive cameras, which is the intended function: your night-vision-equipped teammates, drone operators, or supporting assets can see the exact aim point you are designating in real time, enabling precise target hand-off without voice descriptions or map coordinates that introduce ambiguity.

Q: What interfaces does the system provide for integration with command posts and vehicles?

A: The MH-MST5-TI offers RS232 for legacy data link, USB 2.0 for storage download and configuration, CVBS (PAL) for analog video output to vehicle displays, HDMI for digital video streaming to command laptops and ground control stations, and a 12V±3V external power input for vehicle DC or base station power. This suite enables live video streaming, target data export, after-action footage review, and indefinite-duration operation without exhausting the internal 4×18650 battery pack.

Q: How does multi-GNSS positioning enhance reliability in different regions?

A: The integrated receiver acquires satellites from GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou constellations simultaneously, ensuring robust positioning even when one constellation has poor geometry or is degraded by atmospheric conditions or regional satellite visibility. When you laser-range a target, the system automatically computes target grid coordinates from your own GNSS position, compass bearing, and measured distance, delivering the numerical format your fire direction center requires and eliminating operator conversion errors that delay engagement or cause misplacement.

Contact MHNV® for Your Reconnaissance Solution

Ready to reduce kit weight and accelerate target acquisition with Portable Target Acquisition System (TAS)? Contact our team at sarah@mh-elec.com for technical specifications, OEM quotations, and live demonstration arrangements today.