I was gifted a gen 2 (I think) PVS7. The issue I'm having is when you try to switch on the power for the first time after not using it for a little while (like a couple hours to a day or two). I'll rotate the knob to "on" and nothing happens. I will rotate back to "off" then to "on" again and it will power up fine. After it powers up, I haven't noticed having the issue when cycling power until I put the unit away for next time.

Bottom line, once I get a green screen, the unit functions as expected. I can turn it on or off with no problem. I replaced the battery cap as that's usually the solution for most power issues on the PVS7.

Any ideas?

I had some weird issues on mine where it would keep turning off. Ended up buying a new housing for around $200. Worked perfectly after, and since.

Thanks for the info!

Does anyone have a lead on a pvs7 housing?

Well that’s not $7-800.

Parts are starting to dry up and go up recently. Your best bet is to check Ebay, FB groups/forums etc.