ACT THE-14 User manual

ACTinBlack Europe S.à r.l.
THE-14
Monocular Night Vision Device
OPERATOR MANUAL

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OPERATOR MANUAL
THE-14
Monocular Night Vision Device
ACTinBlack Europe S.à)r.l.)
12 Rue)de)l’Industrie,)
L-3895)Foetz,)
Grand)Duchy)of)
Luxembourg)
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ADVISORY OVERVIEW
The following description categorizes the level of risk associated with
each cautionary statement displayed throughout the manual.
WARNING
HIGHLIGHTS AN OPERATION OR
PROCEDURE WHICH, If NOT STRICTLY
OBERVED, COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO OR
DEATH OF PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
HIGHLIGHTS AN OPERATION OR
PROCEDURE WHICH, IF NOT STRICTLY
OBSERVED, COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE
TO OR DESTRUCTION OFEQUIPMENT OR
LOSS OF MISSION EFFECTIVENESS.
NOTE
HIGHLIGHTS AN ESSENTIAL OPERATION,
PROCEDURE, CONDITION OR STATEMENT.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Advisory Overview 6
Table of Contents 8
List of Figures 10
List of Tables 11
CHAPTER 1: GENERAL INFORMATION 12
12.1 Introduction 12
12.2 Equipment Description 12
12.3 Standard Kit Parts List 13
12.4 Standard Kit Parts Illustration 14
12.5 System Performance and Data 15
CHAPTER 2: PREPARATION FOR USE 17
2.1 Introduction 17
2.2 Battery Precautions 17
2.3 Battery Installation 19
2.4 Eyecup Installation 19
2.5 Demist Shield Installation 20
2.6 Sacrificial Window Installation 20
2.7 J-Arm Mount Installation 22
2.8 Installation of Weapon Mount (Optional) 23

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.)
CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 25
3.1 Introduction 25
3.2 Controls and Indicators 25
3.3 Hand-held Operation 28
3.4 Operations with IR Source 30
3.5 Using the Gain Control 30
3.6 Operation in Conditions of Blowing Dust or 31
3.7 Sand Operation in Rainy or Humid Conditions 32
3.8 Operation in Salt Water Areas 32
3.9 Shutting Down the Unit 32
3.10 Preparation for Storage 32
CHAPTER 4: MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 35
4.1 Introduction 35
4.2 Deactivation 35
4.3 Battery Removal 35
4.4 Cleaning the THE-14 35
4.5 Cleaning the Optics 36
4.6 Checking for Damage and Corrosion 36
CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING 37
5.1 Troubleshooting Procedures 37
APPENDIX A: SPARE AND REPAIR PARTS LIST 41
A.1 Introduction 41
A.2 Contact Information 41
APPENDIX b: WARRANTY INFORMATION 43

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LIST OF
FIGURES
1-1
1-3
2-1
2-3
3-1
3-3
Standard Kit Parts Illustration 13
System Performance and Data Standard 15
Installations 19
J-Arm Mounted Operation 22
Controls and Indicators 26
Gain Control 31

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LIST OF TABLES
1-1
1-3
3-1
5-1
Standard Kit Parts List 13
System Performance and Data 15
Controls and Indicators 27
Troubleshooting 37

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CHAPTER 1:
GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Introduction:
This manual provides operation and field level maintenance
instructions for the THE-14. 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 THE-14 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 THE-14 is equipped
with an IR flashlight enabling the unit to use this invisible light
to operate.
The THE-14 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

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followi
ng table.
adjustment, diopter adjustment, gain control, and objective
focus. Lightweight and versatile, the THE-14 can be hand-
held, head-mounted, helmet-mounted, camera/camcorder
adapted or weapon mounted as a tactical night scope. The
THE-14 is the most widely fielded night vision system
available.
1.3
Standard Kit Parts List:
The standard THE-14 kit comes with the items listed in the
Item
Description
qty.
1
Monocular Assembly
1
2
AA Alkaline Battery
1
3
Sacrificial Lens
1
4
J-Arm
1
5
Operator Manual
Digital
6
Hard Carrying Case
1
Table 1-1 Standard Kit Parts List

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1.4 System Performance and Data:
The chart below lists the technical specifications and data
of the THE-14 system. The data contained herein is subject
to change without notice.
ITEM
LIMITS
Electrical Data
Power Source
Battery (1.5V DC max.)
Battery Requirements
1 AA Alkaline or
1 AA Lithium L91
Battery Life (AA Alkaline)
40 hrs @ 21°C (70°F)
Battery Life (Lithium)
80 hrs @ 21°C (70°F)
Physical Data
Monocular Dimensions
11cm x 6.4cm x 6.2cm
Monocular Weight, with battery
310g
Optical Data
Magnification
1.0X
Field of View
40° (+/-2° )
Eyepiece of Focus
+2 to -6 diopters
Focus Range
25 cm (9.8”) to infinity
Eye Relief
20 mm
Table 1-3 System Performance and Data

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Objective Lens
f/1.2
Resolution
up to 1.3 cy/mR with 64 lp/mm
tube
Environmental Data
Operating Temperature
-30°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature
-50°C to 70°C
Illumination Required
Overcast starlight to moonlight
Immersion
1 meter for 30 minutes
Table 1-3 System Performance and Data, (cont.)

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CHAPTER 2:
PREPARATION FOR USE
2.1 Introduction:
This section contains instructions for installing and
attaching various components and accessories to the THE-14
for operation under normal conditions.
2.2 Battery Precautions:
WARNING
DO NOT MIX ALKALINE AND LITHIUM
BATTERIES. DO NOT MIX OLD AND NEW
BATTERIES. DO NOT MIX BRANDS OF
BATTERIES. DO NOT MIX DISPOSABLE AND
REBHARGEABLE BATTERIES. BAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
COULDRESULT IN DEATH, INJURY OR
IMPOSITION OF LONG- TERM HEALTH
HAZARDS.
WARNING
INSPECT BATTERIES FOR BULGING
PRIOR TO USE. If THE BATTERYSHOWS
SIGNS OF BULGING, DO NOT USE.
WARNING
DO NOT HEAT, PUNCTURE, DISASSEMBLE,
SHORT CIRCUIT, INCINERATE, ATTEMPT
TO RECHARGE OR OTHERWISE TAMPER
WITH THE BATTERIES. TURN Off THE THE-
14 If THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT
BECOMES UNDULY HOT.

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IF POSSIBLE, WAIT UNTIL THE
BATTERIES HAVE COOLED BEBORE
REMOVING THEM.
WARNING
DO NOT REPLACE BATTERIES IN A
POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
CONTACT SPARKING MAY OCCUR
WHILE
INSTALLING OR REMOVING BATTERIES AND
CAUSE AN EXPLOSION. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD
RESULT IN DEATH, INJURY OR
IMPOSITION OF LONG- TERM HEALTH
HAZARDS.
CAUTION
OBEY THE BATTERY MANUFACTURER’S
DIRECTIONS FOR BATTERY DISPOSAL.

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2.3 Battery Installation:
Install one (1) AA battery as follows.
1. Remove the battery cap by turning it counter-clockwise.
2. Check to ensure the o-ring is present. If not, replace it.
3. Observe polarity as indicated on the outside of the battery
compartment and battery cap.
4. Insert battery into the battery compartment, minus (-)
end first.
5. Replace battery cap by pushing and turning it clockwise.
Tighten it firmly to ensure a watertight seal.
Figure 2-1 Standard Installations
2.4 Eyecup Installation:
Perform the following procedure to install eyecup onto the
monocular.
1. Carefully press the eyecup over the end of the eye cup retainer ring.

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2. Rotate the eyecup into proper viewing position. Adjust for
best fit. The eyecup must seal around your eye and prevent
the green glow from escaping.
2.5 Demist Shield Installation (Optional):
Perform the following procedures to install the demist shield on
the eyepiece lens.
1. Carefully remove the eyecup.
2. Carefully remove eye cup retainer ring.
3. Screw in the demist shield and eye cup retainer ring. Be
careful not to smudge the eyepiece of demist shield.
4. Replace the eyecup.
CAUTION
IF THE DEMIST SHIELD IS WIPED WHILE
WET OR WITH WET LENS TISSUE, YOU WILL
DAMAGE THE COATING.
NOTE
If INCLEMENT OPERATING
CONDITIONS ARE EXPECTED TO EXIST
(E.G. SIGNIFICANT TEMPERATURE CHANGE
AND HIGH HUMIDITY), INSTALL DEMIST
SHIELD TO MINIMIZE EYEPIECE LENS
FOG PRIOR TO EXECUTION Of MISSION.
2.6 Sacrificial Window Installation:
Perform the following procedure to install the sacrificial
window onto the objective lens assembly.
CAUTION
IF ADVERSE OPERATING CONDITIONS
(BLOWING DUST OR SAND) ARE EXPECTED
TO EXIST, ATTACH THE SACRIFICIAL

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WINDOW TO PROTECT THE OBJECTIVE
LENS FROM SCRATCHES OR OTHER
DAMAGE.
1. If the objective lens cap is in place, remove it.
2. Carefully push the sacrificial window onto the objective
lens until it stops. Turn the sacrificial window clockwise
until it snaps into place.