ATN PS14-3 User manual

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user`s guide
ATN PS14
Multi-use Night VisioN MoNocular

The information in this manual furnished for information use only, is subject to change without notice,
is not to be construed as a commitment by ATN Corp.
ATN Corp. assumes no responsibility or liabilit y for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this book.
©2008 ATN Corp. All right reserved.
Built-in infra-red
illuminator
Single switch
knob operation
Mounting
thread
0.25m to Infinity
focus
24mm F 1:1.2 lens
for maximum clarity
One 1.5 volt
battery
+5/-6 Diopter
Rotating rubber
eyepiece
Protective cover/
daylight filter
This producT conTains naTur al rubber l aTex which may cause allergic reacTions.
CAUTION:

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Magnification .......................... 1X (optional 3X, 5X)
Lens System ............................ 24 mm; F1:1.2
Field of view ............................. 40°
Range of Focus ....................... 0.25m to 
Power Supply .......................... 1.5V AA battery or 3V CR123A Lithium battery
Battery Life (AA type) ............. 30 hours (15 hours w/IR illuminator)- Gen.2+;
25 hours (12 hours w/IR illuminator)- Gen.3 and Gen. 4
Battery Life (CR123A type) .... 60 hours (20 hours w/IR illuminator)- Gen.2+;
50 hours (17 hours w/IR illuminator)- Gen.3 and Gen. 4
Operating Temperature .......... -40°C to +50°C
Storage Temperature .............. -50°C to +70°C
Waterproof ............................... 20 m for 1 hour
Dimensions ............................. 151x80x55 mm (6.7” x 2.5” x 4”)
Weight ..................................... 0.32kg (0.7 lb)
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The PS-14 Multi-Use Night Vision monocular is one of the most versatile night vision devices
available. This unit can be handheld, head- or helmet mounted for hands free usage, it is
camera/cam-corder adaptable, and can be transformed into a 4x or 6.5x bioculars. This unit
can also be weapon-mounted. Built-in IR illuminator enhances the ability of the user to read
maps and operate in confined, zero light areas. The PS14 is available with several image inten-
sifier options to meet a wide array of specification requirements.
The PS-14 night vision monocular is a complex opticoelectronic system for individual use. The
device consists of the objective lens assembly, eyepiece and the body. The body contains an
image intensifier tube assembly with an integrated high voltage power source and the battery
housing.
Objective lens protective cover is intended to protect the objective lens from dust and
scratches. It also acts as a daylight filter, allowing you to test the scope in daylight or other
bright light situations. The pinhole in the center of the protective cover allows the user to check
the operation ability of the device in daylight conditions.
NOTE: Do not test the scope in daylight conditions even with the daylight filter/lens cap on for
more than ten (10) minutes.
• High Quality light intensifier tube
• Super fast lens system provides the user
with a clear and sharp image
• Built-in Infra-Red illuminator lets you see
even in total darkness
• Interchangeable lenses for different mag-
nification
• Adjustable Flip-up head mount for hands
free use
• Automatic brightness control for high-light
protection
• IR-on and Low Battery indicators
• Rugged and versatile design
• Single switch knob operation
• Camera/camcorder-adaptable
• Helmet-mountable
• Weapon-mountable
• Flexible carrying case
• Uses one AA battery
• Waterproof 20 meters for 1 hour
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• Take the monocular out of the case.
• Install the battery into the housing with the polarity order
as shown on the scope. Battery Type: 1.5 Volt, AA size .
• Rotate the operation knob from “OFF” position to “ON”
position to turn the unit on. The protective lens cover shall
be attached to the lens. Do not turn the unit on in day-
time without the protective lens cap on. You should see
green glow in the eyepiece.
• Observe the scene and adjust the diopter for optimal im-
age clarity.
• You may now enter a dark environment or simply shut the lights off in order to darken the room.
• Next, remove the lens cap/daylight filter. Adjust the front lens focusing. You should not have
to readjust the diopter. Remember that focusing range starts from 0.24m.
• To turn the unit off, rotate the operation knob from “ON” to “OFF” position.
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To focus the PS-14 first you will need to adjust the diopter. Simply turn the diopter clockwise
until it stops. Then, while looking through the diopter at an object, slowly turn the diopter back
counter clockwise until the grain on the image becomes sharp.
NOTE: We suggest that you focus the diopter during daylight with the filter on.
Next focus the front lens until the image and the grain become both sharp. When you are in
low-light conditions and the daylight filter is off, you may focus the front lens to receive sharp
image, the diopter should not be adjusted.
NOTE: The front lens should be readjusted as you view objects at different distances.
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Infra-red illuminators, or IR illuminators, are common to
night vision. The IR light greatly enhances the perform-
ance of the PS-14 while remaining almost invisible to a
naked eye.
To turn the built-in IR on, draw and rotate the operation
knob to “IR” position.
It is important to remember that the IR illuminator
is simply an infra-red light source, and like any light
source, it may loose its effectiveness over a great dis-
tance.
Built-in
Infra-red
Illuminator
Operation
knob

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The 450 mW IR Illuminator is powered by a
separate from the main unit battery. To install
the battery unscrew the cap and insert a bat-
tery the way shown at the diagram on the IR.
To install the 450mW IR Illuminator onto the
monocular screw the adapter into the thread
on the monocular. Install IR into the adapter’s
rail and fix the clamp.
The IR illuminator control buttons are located
on its side. To switch the Digital IR illumina-
tor on /off press “+” and “-” but tons simultane -
ously. When the IR illuminator is switched on
you can see the green LED lit. By pushing
the buttons “+” and “-” you may adjust the IR
brightness.
The IR beam is focusable to change the field of coverage. To change the beam width slightly
turn the IR lens.
You could change the IR control panel fitting your needs. The screw-tool from the kit should be
used for weakening the clamp located on the IR. Rotate the IR placing it in the most convenient
position. Tighten the clamp with the screw-tool to fix the new position.
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PART I
1) The first step you have to take is to fit the
headgear to your head size. Adjust the head-
gear first before attaching the PS-14 to it.
2) Loosen all the straps and place the head-
gear on your head.
3) Tighten all the straps.
PART II
Now you are ready to mount the PS-14 onto
your headgear.
1) Remove the already adjusted headgear
from your head.
2) Screw the thumb screw [1] to the mounting
thread at the PS-14 body. Use one of the
treads to provide approximate eye relief.
3) Put the headgear with PS-14 onto your
head.
4) Loosen the screw [2] and move the unit
along the rail for eye relief adjustment.
The PS-14 headset has a flip-up mechanism.
Push the button [3] on the mount side and lift
the unit up until it fixes at the top position.
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Battery
Housing
Clamp
IR Elevation
IR Windage IR Focusing
IR Brightness Adjustment
Adapter

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The additional 3X Afocal Lens and 5X F112 Lens for PS-14 transform it to 3X or 5X night vision
monocular.
To install 3X Afocal Lens simply screw it onto the front lens of PS-14.
To install 5X lens unscrew the objective lens of PS-14 and screw F112 Lens instead of it.
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With the biocular eyepiece and 3X or 5X lens the ATN PS-14 can be made into a 4x or 6.5x
bioculars.
To replace an eyepiece with a biocular eyepiece unscrew the joint ring and take the eyepiece
off. Set up the biocular eyepiece and screw its joint ring.
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Helmet mount serves for attachment of ATN’s PS-14 to a standard PASGT helmet. Helmet
mount fits securely onto helmet via a rugged strapping device and grooved hooks. With helmet
mount, PS-14 can be positioned directly in front of user’s eyes or flipped-up.
INSTALLATION
1) Install the mount onto helmet (loosen-
ing all the straps first).
2) Tighten and fix the strap.
3) Attach the monocular to the mount with
the screw [1]. Use one of the treads to pro-
vide approximate eye relief.
4) Place the helmet onto your head.
5X F112 Lens 3X Afocal Lens
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ADJUSTING
1) Lo o sen th e t ightening
knob [2] to slide the unit
along the rail to adjust the
eye relief. Tighten the knob.
2) Loosen the top horizon-
tal fixation knob [3]. Adjust
monocular horizontal posi-
tion. Tighten horizontal fixa-
tion knob.
3) Loosen the angular fixation knob [4]. Adjust monocular angular position. Tighten the
fixation knob.
The PS-14 head mount has a flip-up mechanism. Push the button [5] on the mount side and lift
the unit up until it fixes at the top position.
NOTE: The helmet mount has an additional ability of angular adjustment in relation to the
line of view.
1) Loosen two set screws at the front of the flip-up mechanism.
2) Turn the device around flip-up mechanism axis to provide position you need.
3) Tighten the two set screws.
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Weapon mount adapter allows the system to be
mounted onto the M16/M4 Picatinny style rail.
1) Install the Picatinny weapon mount adapter [1]
onto the rail.
2) Mount the cleat [2] to the body of PS-14.
3) Push the fixation lever [3] and move PS-14 ahead
to the slot of weapon adapter [4] until it fixes .
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To use your PS-14 with a 35mm camera or camcorder you will need
the following:
1) If you plan to use a camcorder then your camcorder must have a
MACRO feature. Most modern camcorders today have a MACRO
feature built-in.
2) If you plan to use a 35mm camera, you will need a MACRO lens.
If you don’t have one, we advise that you contact your local camera
store.
3) You may or may not need a STEP-UP or STEP-DOWN ring in
order to adapt the camera adapter to your lens. NOTE: The camera
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adapter comes with 37mm and 52mm threads. If you need other sizes your local camera store
should be able to help.
• Remove the rubber eyecup from the PS-14
• Screw the camera adapter onto the front of the lens on your Video camera’s lens or your
35mm camera’s lens.
• Loosen the three set screws on the camera adapter.
• Place the camera adapter over the PS-14’s eyepiece.
• Tighten the three set screws to fit snugly to the PS-14’s eyepiece
• You may need to focus the 35mm camera or video camera in combination with the PS-14 in
order to get the sharpest possible image.
• We suggest that you find an open space to work in. Focus the PS-14 so that the scene is at
its sharpest. For best results you should disable the auto focus (if any) on either the 35mm
camera or the video camera and manually focus the 35mm camera or the video camera.
Once the image is sharp, then simply adjust the PS-14’s front lens to change focus.
*An important part to remember is that you are not taking a picture of an object that is far away
from you, but you are actually taking a picture of a phosphorous screen of the PS-14 that is only
2-3 inches away.
STorAge ANd cAre
• If the device will not be in use for extended period of time (more than 10 days) remove the
battery.
• Avoid touching of lenses. If fingerprints or traces of dirt or dust appear, clean their surface
with a Photographic lens cleaning tissue.
• Keep lens cap/daylight filter on when not in use.
• The PS-14 is not harmful to the user or the environment.
• Do not disassemble except to clean the front lens and eyepiece: it will void your warranty.
• Evaluate the scope functionality by looking through it in a lit environment with the daylight
filter lens cap on. Never use in daylight without the daylight filter lens cap on.
• Never point the PS-14 at a bright light source.
• Adverse atmospheric conditions such as fog, smog, or haze and a lack of ambient light
(moon or starlight) may diminish the effective viewing distance.
• If you use the rubber eyecaps for a long period of time, you may suffer skin inflammation. If
you develop any symptoms, consult a doctor immediately.
TroubleShooTiNg
Q: Flashes, flickers, or clicking occur while operating
S: If it occurs within the first five minutes of inserting new batteries, it is normal and the device
will resume normal operation soon thereafter. If it occurs for more than 10 minutes, contact for
service instructions.
Q: Dark spots on screen.
S: These are either cosmetic blemishes in the intensifier tube or dust particles.
Q: Screen becomes darker than at previous use.
S: Replace batteries. If problem persists, contact your dealer or other authorized service rep-
resentative for service instructions.
Q: Image not clear.
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STANDARD ACCESSORIES:
• MONOCULAR
• NECK CORD
• SOFT CARRY CASE
GOGGLE KIT 1:
• ATN HEADSET ASSEMBLY
• ATN HELMET MOUNT (OPTIONAL)
GOGGLE KIT 2 :
• PVS-7 STYLE HEADSET
• HELMET MOUNT ADAPTER
• PVS-7 STYLE HELMET MOUNT
(OPTIONAL)
4X BIOCULAR K IT:
• BIOCULAR EYEPIECE
• AFOCAL TELESCOPIC F1:1.2
• IR-450
6.5X BIOCULAR K IT:
• BIOCULAR EYEPIECE
• F112 LENS F1:1.5
• IR-450
ADVANCED PACK AGE 1:
• CAMERA ADAPTER
• 3X AFOCAL LENS
• HARD SHIPPING/STORAGE CASE
• HEADSET ASSEMBLY
• HEAD / HELMET MOUNT ADAPTER
• BROW PADS (2)
• LENS CLEANING KIT
• SACRIFICIAL WINDOW
• DEMIST SHIELD
ADVANCED PACK AGE 2 :
• PICATINNY WEAPON MOUNT ADAPTER
• CAMERA ADAPTER
• 3X AFOCAL LENS
• HARD SHIPPING/STORAGE CASE
• HEADSET ASSEMBLY
• HEAD / HELMET MOUNT ADAPTER
• BROW PADS (2)
• LENS CLEANING KIT
• SACRIFICIAL WINDOW
• DEMIST SHIELD
SELECT PACKAGE 1:
• HEADSET ASSEMBLY
• HEAD / HELMET MOUNT ADAPTER
• BROW PADS (2)
• LENS CLEANING KIT
• SACRIFICIAL WINDOW
• DEMIST SHIELD
SELECT PACKAGE 2 :
• PICATINNY WEAPON MOUNT ADAPTER
• HEADSET ASSEMBLY
• HEAD / HELMET MOUNT ADAPTER
• BROW PADS (2)
• LENS CLEANING KIT
• SACRIFICIAL WINDOW
• DEMIST SHIELD
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:
• IR-450 IR ILLUMINATOR
• HELMET MOUNT
• HARD SHIPPING/STORAGE CASE
• CAMERA/CAMCORDER ADAPTER
• 3X AFOCAL LENS
• 5X F112 LENS
PVS-7 headset
5x F112 lens
3x afocal lens
Biocular eyepiece
AcceSSorY PAcKAgeS
Sacrificial window
Demist shield
Neck cord

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A
B
CDEF
Tube MAiTeNANce/rePlAceMeNT
1. Unscrew the eyepiece (F) from the case of device (A).
2. Unscrew the lock ring (E) from the case of device.
3. Extract the ring (D) from the case of device.
3. Extract the light guide (C) from the case of device.
4. Extract the tube (B) to be replaced from the case of device (A) .
5. Introduce the new tube (B) into the case of device (A) .
6. Set the light guide (C) onto the place in the case.
6. Set the ring (D) onto the place in the case.
7. Screw the lock ring (E) into the case of device.
8. Screw the eyepiece (F) into the case of device (A).

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This product is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship
under normal use for a period of 2 (two) years from the date of purchase. In the event a defect that
is covered by the foregoing warranty occurs during the applicable period stated above, ATN, at its
option, will either repair or replace the product, and such action on the part of ATN shall be the full
extent of ATN’s liability, and the Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy. This warranty does not
cover a product (a) used in other than its normal and customary manner; (b) subjected to misuse;
(c) subjected to alterations, modifications or repairs by the Customer of by any party other than ATN
without prior written consent of ATN; (d) special order or “close-out” merchandise or merchandise
sold “as-is” by either ATN or the ATN dealer; or (e) merchandise that has been discontinued by the
manufacturer and either parts or replacement units are not available due to reasons beyond the
control of ATN. ATN shall not be responsible for any defects or damage that in ATN’s opinion is a
result from the mishandling, abuse, misuse, improper storage or improper operation, including use
in conjunction with equipment which is electrically or mechanically incompatible with or of inferior
quality to the product, as well as failure to maintain the environmental conditions specified by the
manufacturer. CUSTOMER IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT OPERATION OF THE EQUIPMENT
DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS OR UNDER ANY EXCESSIVE LIGHT CONDITIONS MAY PERMA-
NENTLY DAMAGE THE INTERNAL COMPONENTS OF THE UNIT AND SAID DAMAGE WILL
NOT BE COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANT Y. This warranty is extended only to the original pur-
chaser. Any breach of this warranty shall be waived unless the customer notifies ATN at the address
noted below within the applicable warranty period.
The customer understands and agrees that except for the foregoing warranty, no other warranties
written or oral, statutory, expressed or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, shall apply to the product. All such implied warranties are hereby
and expressly disclaimed.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
ATN will not be liable for any c laims, actions, suits, proc eedings, costs, expenses, damag es or liabil-
ities arising out of the use of this product. Operation and use of the product are the sole responsibil-
ity of the Customer. ATN’s sole undertaking is limited to providing the products and services outlined
herein in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. The provision of products
sold and services performed by ATN to the Customer shall not be interpreted, construed, or re-
garded, either expressly or implied, as being for the benefit of or creating any obligation toward any
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extend solely to the Customer. ATN’s liability hereunder for damages, regardless of the form or
action, shall not exceed the fees or other charges paid to ATN by the customer or customer’s
dealer. ATN shall not, in any event, be liable for special, indirect, incidental, or consequential
damages, including, but not limited to, lost income, lost revenue, or lost profit, whether such
damages were foreseeable or not at the time of purchase, and whether or not such damages
arise out of a breach of warranty, a breach of agreement, negligence, strict liability or any
other theory of liability.
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Registration Card for each unit or complete warranty registration on our website at www.atncorp.
com. Please complete the included form and immediately mail it to our Ser vice Center: ATN Corpo-
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OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE
To obtain warranty service on your unit, please contact our Customer Service department and
request an RMA number. Once you have received your RMA # please mark this # on the outside of
the shipping box and take or send the product, postage paid, with a copy of your sales receipt to our
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with the correct postage; ATN will not be responsible for improper postage or missing or damaged
merchandise during shipment. Packages that do not have an RMA # clearly marked on the outside
of the package will be delayed in being processedt.
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