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SAFETY SUMMARY CAUTIONS • The ATN NVM-14 is a precision optical instrument and must be handled carefully at all times to prevent damage. • Do not scratch the external lens surfaces or touch them with your fingers. • Wiping demisting shield with lens paper while wet or with wet lens paper can damage the coating. • To protect the image intensifier, keep the lens cap on the objective lens when the monocular is not in use or when checked out in daylight conditions.
Equipment Limitations To avoid physical and equipment damage when using the ATN NVM-14, carefully read and understand the following safety precautions. • The equipment requires some night light (moonlight, starlight, etc.) to operate. The level of performance depends upon the level of light. • Night light is reduced by passing cloud cover, while operating under trees, in building shadows, etc. • The equipment is less effective viewing into shadows and other darkened areas.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Title Page Safety Summary a Table Of Contents List of Figures List of Tables How To Use This Manual i ii iii iv Section I II III IV V VI General Information Equipment Description Mounting Procedures Operating Procedures Operational Defects Maintenance 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 Appendix A End Item Components A-1 Appendix B Repair Parts List B-1 Index IND-1 i
LIST OF FIGURES Figure ii Title Page 1-1 Multi-Use Night Vision monocular 1-2 2-1 ATN NVM-14 Kit Components 2-4 2-2 ATN NVM-14 Optional Components 2-4 3-1 Attaching ATN NVM-14 to Head Mount 3-2 3-2 Attaching ATN NVM-14 to Helmet Mount 3-3 3-3 Attaching ATN NVM-14 to Weapon Mount 3-4 3-4 Mounting the ATN NVM-14 to a Scope 3-5 3-5 Mounting of the Dual Bridge Adapter 3-6 3-6 Mounting the Picatinny Adapter to the ATN NVM-14 3-7 3-7 Mounting camera to the ATN NVM-14 3-7 3-8 Mou
LIST OF TABLES Table 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-6 2-7 2-8 2-9 2-10 4-1 6-1 6-2 A-1 B-1 Title Specification ATN NVM-14 Major Components ATN NVM-14 Accessory packages Goggle Kit Advanced Package 1 Advanced Package 2 Select Package 1 Select Package 2 3x Bi-ocular Kit 5x Bi-ocular Kit Estimated Battery Life Preventive Maintenance Checks and Service for the ATN NVM-14 Operator Troubleshooting for the ATN NVM-14 ATN NVM-14 End Item Components ATN NVM-14 Repair Parts List Page 2-3 2-5 2-6 2-6 2-6 2-7 2-7 2-7 2-7 2-7
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Usage You must familiarize yourself with the entire manual before operating the equipment. Read the complete maintenance task before performing maintenance and follow all WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and NOTES. Manual Overview The manual contains sections for Operating and Maintaining the Multi-Use Night Vision Monocular ATN NVM-14. Components of End Item are in Appendix A. Repair Parts List is in Appendix B.
SECTION I GENERAL INFORMATION 1-1
Figure 1-1 ATN NVM-14 - Multi-Use Night Vision Monocular 1-2
1-1 GENERAL INFORMATION a. Type of Manual Operator (Including Repair Parts List). b. Model Number and basic description ATN NVM-14 – Multi-Use Night Vision Monocular c. Supplier American Technologies Network Corp. 1341 San Mateo Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080 USA d. Purpose of Equipment To provide the user with the ability to observe at night under moonlight and starlight conditions.
1-2 WARRANTY INFORMATION This item shall conform to design, manufacturing, and performance requirements and be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of acceptance. If item is defective, notify ATN or point of purchase contact. 1-3 TECHNICAL INFORMATION For technical information contact ATN Corp. directly at (650) 989-5100, or info@atncorp.com or your point of purchase contact.
SECTION II EQUIPMENT Description 2-1
2-1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The ATN NVM-14 is a hand-held, head-mounted, helmetmounted, or weapon-mounted night vision system that enables walking, short-range surveillance, map reading, vehicle maintenance, and administering first aid in both moonlight and starlight. Each unit allows for vertical adjustment (by using head straps), fore-and-aft adjustment, objective lens focus, and eyepiece focus. The device is also equipped with an infrared lightemitting source.
stable. If the indicator light starts flickering, it means there might be about 20% of battery charge left. - GREEN – serves as an Excessive Brightness Indicator. If the bright light remains unchanged for over 10 seconds after the indicator turns on, the monocular will automatically shut off. If you move the unit away from the bright/excessive light the unit will turn back on again.
2-3 DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS 5 4 7 6 2 8 3 1 Figure 2-1 ATN NVM-14 Kit Components 5 1 2 3 10 6 7 8 4 11 12 13 9 14 15 16 21 19 2-4 20 17 22 Figure 2-2 ATN NVM-14 Optional Components 18 23
Table 2-2 ATN NVM-14 Major Components ITEM DESCRIPTION Kit Components 1 Multi-Use Night Vision monocular 2 Lens Cap 3 Eyecup 4 Soft Carrying Case 5 Operator's Manual 6 Battery 123A Lithium 7 Battery Adapter 8 Neck Cord Optional Components 1 3X Afocal Lens 2 5X Lens 3 8X Lens 4 Camera/Camcorder Adapter 5 Lens adapter for ITT 3X and 5X Lenses 6 Demist Shield 7 Sacrificial Window 8 IR-450-B4 9 Mil-Spec Head Mount Assembly Kit 10 Dual Bridge Adapter for Mil-Spec Headmount 11 Goggle Kit 12 Flip-up Universal He
Table 2-3.
Table 2-6. Advanced package 2 DESCRIPTION Flip-up Head Mount Demist Shield Sacrificial Window Brow Pads (2) Shoulder Strap Camera Adapter 3x Afocal Lens Mil Spec. Hard Case Weapon Mount Adapter item (Fig. 2-2) 11 6 7 13 18 4 1 23 16 Table 2-7. Select package 1 DESCRIPTION Flip-up Head Mount Demist Shield Sacrificial Window Brow Pads (2) Shoulder Strap item (Fig. 2-2) 11 6 7 13 18 Table 2-8.
STANDARD KIT COMPONENTS 1) Multi-Use Night Vision Monocular The monocular night vision device with 1x magnification. 2) Lens Cap A cap used to protect the lens and for testing the unit in the daylight. 3) Eyecup A rubber cup used to protect eyepiece and for operator comfort. 4) Soft Carrying Case A protective bag used to store ATN NVM-14 and accessories. 5) Operators Manual Provides equipment description, use of operator controls and preventative maintenance checks and service.
4) Camera/Camcorder Adapter This adapter attaches to the ATN NVM-14 eyepiece to collect imagery from the ATN NVM-14. 5) Lens Adapter (option for ITT lenses only) This item serves to mount 3X or 5X Afocal lens (ITT part #A325639/2750SJ) to the ATN NVM-14. 6) Demist Shield Used to prevent eyepiece lenses from becoming fogged. 7) Sacrificial Window A replaceable window supplied to protect the objective lens during operation in adverse conditions.
13) Brow Pads Changeable pads for secure head mount fit. 14) MICH Helmet Mount Kit This kit contain MICH helmet mount and adapter which allows to attach the NVM14 to the MICH helmet mount. 15) PASGT Helmet Mount Kit This kit contain PASGT helmet mount and adapter which allows to attach the NVM14 to the PASGT helmet mount. 16) Weapon Mount Adapter Picatinny/Mil 1913 Small arms adapter that allows the ATN NVM-14 to be mounted on a weapon using Picatinny or Mil 1913 rail.
SECTION III MOUNTING PROCEDURES 3-1
3-1 MOUNTING PROCEDURES A. Mounting the ATN NVM-14 to a HeadMount To mount the ATN NVM-14 to a headmount, perform the following: 1. Loosen the screw (A). Push the button (B) and insert the rail of the NVM-14 into the socket (C) of the headset. 2. Place the headmount with NVM-14 onto a head. 3. Loosen the screw (A) and move the unit along the rail for eye relief adjustment. 4. The NVM-14 headmount has a flip-up mechanism.
B. Mounting the ATN NVM-14 to a helmet Attachment of ATN NVM-14 to a range of ballistic helmets. The Helmet mount fits securely onto helmet via a rugged strapping device and grooved hooks. With helmet mount, the NVM-14 can be positioned directly in front of user’s eyes or flipped up out of viewing position. 1. Install the mount onto helmet as shown on the picture. 2. Tighten and fixate the straps (A) 3. Attach the monocular to the rail. 4. Loosen screw (C).
C. Mounting the ATN NVM-14 to the weapon CAUTION It is recommended that the eyecup be replaced with the eyeguard when used mounted on the weapon. NOTE The ATN NVM-14 is not a weapon sight, however, it can be used in conjunction with a collimated dot sight or laser aiming device. To mount the ATN NVM-14 perform the following: 1. Loosen the clamping knob on the weapon mount.
D. Mounting the ATN NVM-14 to a scope or telescope The NVM-14 may be mounted to a variety of daytime scopes/ telescopes utilizing the Flip-up Scope Adapter Mount. 1. Loosen the adapter fixing screws (A). 2. Put the insert into the adapter (ATN supplies inserts of different sizes for their coupling with 38 mm to 43 mm eyepieces). 3. Now attach the monocular to the bracket (B).
E. Dual Bridge The Dual Bridge (A) is designed to connect two units into a binocular configuration. Dual Bridge also allows the binocular configuration to be attached to the headmount or helmet mount. To mount the units with Dual Bridge perform the following: 1. Align the unit and the Dual Bridge. 2. Push the clamps (B) on the front of Bridge. 3. Slide the unit rearwards until the alignment boss aligns with the alignment groove (C) on the Bridge. Push until the unit locks into the Bridge. 4.
3. Mount the IR-450 on the Picatinny Adapter and tighten the fixing screw. C A B Figure 3-6 Mounting the IR450 G. Mounting Camera/Camcorder to the ATN NVM-14 1. Screw Camera Adapter into the front lens of a photographic camera with thread M52x0.75 (Figure 3-7) or a video camera with thread M37x0.75 (use adapter ring, Figure 3-8, B) . 2. Remove the rubber eyecup off the monocular.
A B Figure 3-8 Mounting Camcorder to the ATN NVM-14 3. Connect the adapter (Figure 3-7, A) with the eyepiece and gently tighten three fixing screws (Figure 3-7, B) on the adapter. I. Mounting the ATN NVM-14 to the mil-spec Head Mount AND MICH OR PASGT helmet mount To mount the ATN NVM-14 to a head/helmet mount, perform the following: C B D A E Figure 3-9 Attaching Adapter to ATN NVM-14 1. Attach the adapter (Figure 3 -9, A) to the rail ( B) of ATN NVM-14.
2. Align the adapter and the head/helmet mount. Slide the monocular rearwards until the alignment boss (Figure 3-10, A) aligns with the alignment groove (B) on the head/helmet mount. Push until the monocular locks into the head/helmet mount. 3. With this adapter you may see through the eyepiece using either right or left eye. To change the viewing eye, loosen the nut (Figure 3-9, E) and rotate the socket (D) 180 degrees. Tighten the nut (E) anew.
The 5x and 8x lens requires removing the 1x lens. Unscrew the objective lens and screw 5x or 8x lens to the free place. Figure 3-12 Mounting 3x, 5x and 8x Lens to the ATN NVM-14 K. BIOCULAR KIT A 3x Afocal Lens, a 5x Lens or a 8x Lens in combination with a bi-ocular eyepiece convert the NVM14 into a long range observation system. To replace an eyepiece with a biocular eyepiece unscrew the eyepiece off. Set the biocular eyepiece to the free place and screw its fixing screws.
SECTION IV OPERATING PROCEDURES 4-1
4-1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS a. Battery Installation CAUTION To protect the image intensifier, keep the lens cap on the objective lens when the monocular is not in use or when checked out in daylight conditions. NOTE At operating temperatures below –20°C (–4°F), alkaline batteries are not recommended, as operating life will be severely reduced. Lithium-iron disulfide 1.5V AA batteries or equivalent should be used below –20°C (–4°F). Table 4-1 Estimated Battery Life BATTERY TYPE USAGE CR123A 60 Hours (Gen.
With the battery adapter (A) screwed in as shown on Figure 4-1 you may use one CR123A 3V lithium battery. A B Figure 4-1 CR123A Battery Installation To install a AA battery, take the battery adapter (A) out of the battery cap (B), turn it over, and screw its smaller threading into the same battery cap. Now you may put the AA battery observing the polarity indications on the battery compartment surface.
b. Mechanical Functions The mechanical functions of the ATN NVM-14 allow for differences in the physical features of individual operators and provide for the system operation. These functions include the On/Off/On IR control, eye relief (Section III Mounting Procedures), diopter adjustment, objective lens focus, and IR illuminator focusing. These mechanical controls are identified in Figure 4-3. Operation button (A) switches both the monocular and the IR Illuminator on/off.
c. Infrared (IR) Illuminator Operations CAUTION The IR illuminator is a light that is invisible to the unaided eye for use during conditions of extreme darkness. Please note that, the light from the illuminator can be detected by others that are using night vision devices. NOTE The purpose of the illuminator is to view at close distance up to 3 meters when additional illumination is needed. IR Illuminator gets activated when the monocular is already on by holding button (A) pressed for 1,5-2 seconds.
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SECTION V OPERATIONAL DEFECTS 5-1
5-1 ZEROING OPERATIONAL DEFECTS Operational defects relate to the reliability of the image intensifier and are an indication of instability. If identified, they are an immediate cause for rejecting the ATN NVM-14. They include shading, edge glow, flashing, flickering, and intermittent operation. a. Shading If shading is persistent, you will not see a fully circular image (Figure 5-1). Shading is very dark and you cannot see an image through it.
b. Edge Glow Edge glow is a bright area (sometimes sparkling) in the outer portion of the viewing area (Figure 5-2). To check for edge glow, block out all light by cupping a hand over the lens. If the image tube is displaying edge glow the bright area will still show up. Contact ATN or point of purchase for warranty/repair procedures. EDGE GLOW Figure 5-2 Edge Glow c. Flashing, Flickering, or Intermittent Operation The image may appear to flicker or flash.
1. Bright Spots. A bright spot is a small, non-uniform, bright area that may flicker or appear constant (Figure 5-3). Not all bright spots make the ATN NVM-14 rejectable. Cup your hand over the lens to block out all light. If the bright spot remains, return the ATN NVM-14. Bright spots usually go away when the light is blocked out. Make sure any bright spot is not simply a bright area in the scene you are viewing.
These are cosmetic blemishes in the image intensifier or dirt or debris between the lenses. Black spots are acceptable as long as they do not interfere with viewing the image. No action is required if this condition is present unless the spots interfere with the usability of the device. 4. Fixed-Pattern Noise.
Figure 5-5 Chicken Wire 5-6
SECTION VI MAINTENANCE 6-1
6-1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE A. Purpose of PMCS PMCS is performed daily when in use to be sure that the NVM-14 is ready at all times. Procedures listed in Table 6-1 are a systematic inspection of the NVM-14 that will enable you to discover defects that might cause the sight to fail on a mission. B. Frequency of performing PMCS The frequency of performing PMCS is as follows: 1. Daily when the NVM-14 is in use. 2. When it is removed from the case for any reason.
ITEM NO. LOCATION ITEM TO CHECK/ SERVICE PROCEDURE NOT FUNCTIONING AT OPTIMAL LEVEL IF 4 Check to make sure battery adapter is present. Remove Battery Adapter battery adapter and inspect / Compartment for corrosion, moisture, corroded or defective contacts, and that o-ring is present. Adapter is missing, contacts damaged or corroded, or o-ring is missing. 5 Rotate diopter adjustDiopter Adjust- ment ring to make sure the ment Ring eyepiece is not too tight or too loose.
ITEM NO. LOCATION ITEM TO CHECK/ SERVICE PROCEDURE NOT FUNCTIONING AT OPTIMAL LEVEL IF Socket Inspect for dirt, dust, or corrosion. Insert the rail of ATN NVM-14 into socket to verify secure attachment of ATN NVM-14 to headmount. If necessary, clean socket with water. Damaged, latch won’t work or too loose. 12 Socket Press the socket-release button and check for free motion. Inspect for damage. Binding, damaged or non-operational slide mechanism.
ITEM NO. LOCATION ITEM TO CHECK/ SERVICE 16 Sacrificial Window Inspect for dirt, dust, scratches, or damage. If necessary, clean. 17 3X/5X/8X Magnifier Damage or Inspect optical surface for dirt, scratches hinder dust, scratches or cracks. vision. 18 Carrying Case Remove all items and shake out loose dirt or foreign material. Inspect for tears, cuts, excess wear or damage to mounting clips. 19 Neck Cord Inspect for cuts, tears, or excess wear or damaged clips.
6-2 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 6-2 lists common malfunctions that you may find with your equipment. Perform the tests, inspections, and corrective actions in the order they appear in the table. This table cannot list all the malfunctions that may occur, all the tests and inspections needed to find the fault, or all the corrective actions needed to correct the fault. If the equipment malfunction is not listed or actions listed do not correct the fault, notify ATN or your point of Purchase.
MALFUNCTION 5 TEST OR INSPECTION Light visible Check eye-relief distance. around eyecup Check eyecup for resiliency. CORRECTIVE ACTION Re-adjust for proper eye-relief distance. If eyecup is defective, refer to higher level of maintenance. 6 Diopter adjust- Check to see if the diopter ment cannot adjustment ring is bent or be made broken If damaged, refer to higher level of maintenance. 7 Battery Check for damaged battery adapter diffiadapter. cult to remove.
6-3 CLEANING THE ATN NVM-14 CAUTION The ATN NVM-14 is a precision optical instrument and must be handled carefully at all times to prevent damage. Do not scratch the external lens surfaces or touch them with your fingers. Wiping demisting shield with lens paper while wet or with wet lens paper can damage the coating. Clean monocular with water, if necessary, and dry thoroughly. Clean lenses with lens paper (and water, if necessary, except for demisting shield).
6-4 HEADMOUNT MAINTENANCE A. Removal and Installation of Browpad 1. Remove old browpad (Figure 6-1) by grasping the headband. 2. Replace the browpad by gently pressing on the new browpad and smoothing out any wrinkles in new browpad. Figure 6-1 Removal and Installation of Browpad B. Removal and Installation of Chinstrap 1. Remove the chinstrap (Figure 6-2) by unsnapping the Velcro tape from the left side of the headband. Unbuckle the chinstraps from narrow strap assembly.
2. Replace the chinstrap by using the Velcro tape on the left side of the headband. Lace the right straps into their respective sliding bar buckles on the right side of the headband for correct lacing (Figure 6-2). C. Removal and Installation of Chin Cup 1. Remove the chinstrap (Figure 6-3) by unsnapping the Velcro tape from the left side of the headband. 2. Replace the chin cup by sliding the cap on the chinstrap. Fix the Velcro tape onto the place.
6-5 Tube Maintenance / Replacement 1. Unscrew the eyepiece (E) from the case of device (A). 2. Unscrew the lock 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. 7. Screw the lock ring (D) into the case of device. 8. Screw the eyepiece (E) into the case of device (A).
APPENDIX A END ITEM COMPONENTS TABLE A-1 ATN NVM-14 End Item Components ITEM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 A-1 DESCRIPTION ATN NVM-14 Monocular Assembly Swing Arm Interface, Head/Helmet Weapon Mount Operator Manual Demist Shield, Eyepiece Soft Carrying Case Sacrificial Window Should Strap Head Mount Assembly Brow Pad (Small) Brow Pad (Large) Lens Cap Eye Cup Assembly CR123A 3.
APPENDIX B REPAIR PARTS LIST TABLE B-1 ATN NVM-14 Repair Parts List 06052011 ITEM 1 2 ALT 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 DESCRIPTION Battery Cap Lithium Battery AA Alkaline Battery Purge Screw Battery Adapter Lens Cap Sacrificial Window Demist Shield Battery Cap Retainer Objective Lens Assembly Eyepiece Lens Assembly Head/Helmet Mount Adapter Ship/Storage Case Neck Cord Soft Carry Case Eyecup Assembly Operator Manual Shoulder Strap Goggle Kit Dual Bridge Scope A
index A ABBREVIATIONS, 1-4 B Battery Installation, 4-2 Battery Life, 4-2 Black Spots, 5-5 Bright Spots, 5-4 C CAUTIONS, a, iv Chicken Wire, 5-5 CLEANING, 6-8 Cosmetic Blemishes, 5-3 D diopter adjustment, 4-4, 6-3, 6-7 E Edge Glow, 5-3, 6-3 Emission Points, 5-4 END ITEM COMPONENTS, A-1 eye relief, 2-3, 3-2, 3-3, 4-4, 6-7, Eyepiece Diopter Adj.
I IR Illumination Range, 2-3 IR illuminator, a, 2-2, 2-9, 4-4, 4-5, 6-6 L Length, 2-3 M Magnification, 2-3, 2-8 MAINTENANCE, IV, 2-2, 2-8, 6-1, 6-2, 6-6, 6-7, 6-9, 6-11 - HEADMOUNT, 6-9 - PREVENTIVE, 6-2 Mechanical Functions, 4-4 MOUNTING PROCEDURES, 3-1, 3-2, 4-4 O objective lens focus, A, 2-2, 4-4, 6-3 On/Off/On IR control, 4-4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, 4-2 OPERATIONAL DEFECTS, 5-1, 5-2, 6-4 OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING, 6-7 P Power Requirements, 2-3 R REPAIR PARTS, B-1 S SAFETY SUMMARY, a Shading, 5-2, 6-3 SYS
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