ATN PS-15 User manual
ATN PS-15
operators’s manual
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Manual (PS-15) 001 Revision 1 - May 2009
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SAFETY SUMMARY
CAUTIONS
handled carefully at all times to prevent damage.
your fingers.
lens paper can damage the coating.
objective lenses when the goggles are not in use or when
checked out in daylight conditions.
for use in the conditions of extreme darkness. However, the light
from the illuminator can be detected by others when using night
vision devices.
If you use the rubber eyecaps for a long period of time, you may
suffer skin inflammation. If you develop any symptoms, consult
your doctor immediately.
This producT conTains naTur al rubber laTex which may
cause allergic reacTions.
CAUTION:
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EQUIPMENT LIMITATIONS
To avoid personal injuries and equipment damage which may occur
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stand the following safety precautions.
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light, etc.) to operate. The level of performance depends upon the
level of light.
under trees, in building shadows, etc.
darkened areas.
smoke.
NOTES
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teries are not recommended, as operating life will be severely
scarcely-lit surroundings at a viewing range of up to 3 meters
optimally.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Title Page
Safety Summary a
Table Of Contents i
ii
List of Tables iii
How To Use This Manual iv
Section I General Information
II Equipment Description
III
Operational Defects
Maintenance
Appendix A End Item Components
Appendix B
Index
ii
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure Title Page
2-2
3-2
3-2 3-3
3-3
3-6
3-7 3-6
AA Battery Installation
Shading
Edge Glow
6-2 Lacing the Sliding Bar Buckle
6-3
iii
LIST OF TABLES
Table Title Page
Battery Life
6-2
6-2 Operator Troubleshooting for the ATN
6-8
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
USAGE
the entire manual before operating the equipment.
performing maintenance and follow all WARNINGS,
CAUTIONS,and NOTES.
MANUAL OVERVIEW
The manual contains sections for Operating and Maintaining
Components of End Item are in Appendix A.
Appendix B.
SECTION I
GENERAL INFORMATION
Figure 1-1
ATN PS-15 - Night Vision Goggles
1-1 GENERAL INFORMATION
A. TYPE OF MANUAL
B. MODEL NUMBER AND BASIC DESCRIPTION
C. SUPPLIER
American Technologies Network Corp.
,
D. PURPOSE OF EQUIPMENT
To provide the user with the ability to observe at night
can be handheld, head mounted or helmet mounted to
enable walking, surveillance, security, map reading, vehicle
maintenance, and administering first aid. The unit allows for
mounted and is also equipped with an infrared light-emitting
source.
1-2 WARRANTY INFORMATION
This item shall conform to design, manufacturing, and
performance requirements and be free from defects in material
acceptance. If item is defective, notify ATN or point of purchase
contact.
1-3 TECHNICAL INFORMATION
(650) 989-5100, or [email protected] or your point of
purchase contact.
1-4 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
BAT - Battery
Illum - Illuminator
mm - Millimeters
SECTION II
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
2-2
2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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mounted night vision system that enables walking, short-range
surveillance, map reading, vehicle maintenance, and adminis-
tering first aid in both moonlight and starlight. Each unit allows
adjustment, objective lens focus, and eyepiece focus. The
device is also equipped with an infrared light-emitting source.
with enhanced range performance.
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tion of the residual light which is reflected from the surrounding
objects. The optical system of the goggles consists of: an objec-
tive lens, an image intensifier tube and an eyepiece.
Even under unsteady brightness conditions, Automatic Bright-
ness Adjustment System always keeps the IIT brightness level
constant.
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tion level through the photo receiver. If the illumination level sur-
shut off automatically. If you move the unit away from the bright /
excessive light the unit will turn back on again. The Automatic
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light with protective cups on the lens.
when the goggles work in the conditions of low light or total dark-
ness.
The eyepiece incorporates several LED indicators:
stable. If the indicator light starts flickering, it means there might
be about 20% of battery charge left.
2-3
indicator turns on, the goggles will automatically shut-off. The
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tective System is off.
The Automatic Shut-off System turn the unit off if the operation
control not used more then 60 minutes.
2.2 WEIGHT, DIMENSIONS, AND
PERFORMANCE
WEIGHT AND DIMENSION
700 grams
Length
Height 69 mm
PERFOMANCE
Magnification
f-Number
Eyepiece Diopter Adj. -6 to +2
innity
20 meters
CONTINUOUS OPERATION
Figure 2-1
ATN PS-15 Major Components
1
3
8
7
3
4
6
52
Figure 2-2
ATN PS-15 Optional Components
1
2
8
7
6
54
10
9
2
9
2.3 DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR
COMPONENTS
TABLE 2-1 ATN PS-15 MAJOR COMPONENTS
ITEM DESCRIPTIONKit Components
Kit Components
2Lens Caps
3Eye-cups
Soft Carrying Case
Operator's Manual
6
7Battery AA Alkaline
8Battery Adapter
9Headmount Assembly
Optional Components
2Camera/Camcorder Adapter
3Demist Shields
Adapter
6Helmet Mount
7
8Shoulder Strap
9Hard Shipping/Storage Case
2-6
STANDARD KIT COMPONENTS
1) Night Vision goggles
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tion.
2) Lens Caps
The caps used to protect the lenses and to test the
unit in daylight.
3) Eye-cups
The rubber cups used to protect eyepiece and for
4) Soft Carrying Case
accessories.
5) Operator’s Manual
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trols and preventative maintenance checks and ser-
vice.
6) Battery 123A Lithium
7) Battery AA Alkaline
A single, standard AA alkaline battery used to power
the unit.
8) Battery Adapter
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tery used to power the unit.
2-7
9) Headmount Assembly
Adjustable universal assembly that secures the ATN
operation.
10) Brow Pads
Changeable pads for secure head mount fit.
OPTIONAL COMPONENTS
1) 3X Afocal Lenses
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2) Camera/Camcorder Adapter
camera/camcorder for night vision photography/film-
ing purposes.
3) Demist Shields
Used to prevent eyepiece lenses from becoming fog-
ging.
4) Sacrificial Windows
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tive lenses during operation in adverse conditions.
5) Picatinny Adapter
1,5
other mission critical tools.
6) Flip-up Helmet Mount
of ballistic helmets.
2-8
7) IR-450 IR illuminator
range night vision in the total darkness.
8) Shoulder Strap
9) Hard Shipping/Storage Case
A protective case used for shipping/storage of ATN
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