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ATN OTS-17
ThERmAl mulTI-PuRPOSE SySTEm
o p e r a t o r ' s m a n u a l
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  • Page 1 ATN OTS-17 ThERmAl mulTI-PuRPOSE SySTEm o p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l Important Export Restrictions! Commodities, products, technologies and services contained in this manual are subject to one or more of the export control laws and regulations of the U.S.
  • Page 2 (OTS-17, ver. 2011) Revision 6 - 2011 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 liability for any errors or inaccura- cies that may appear in this book.
  • Page 3 SAFETy SummARy STuDy CAREFully ThIS mANuAl BEFORE TuRNING ON AND OPERATING ThIS PRODuCT. CAuTIONS The ATN OTS-17 thermal multi-purpose system are precision optical-electronic instruments and requires careful handling. To provide safe use of the systems the following instructions should be observed: •...
  • Page 4 WARNING Do not permanently attach the camera to dynamic-mount applica- tions that continuously transmit vibration (such as on vehicles or heavy machinery). WARNING Do not point the camera directly at any high-intensity objects that you must not view with your eyes (such as the sun or a welding arc).
  • Page 5 WARNING Do not replace batteries in a possibly explosive environment, such as a gas station (or any place where you must turn off your vehicle engine). If you do, sparks can cause an explosion. WARNING Remove the batteries before you store the camera for extended periods (2 weeks or more).

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABlE OF CONTENTS SECTION I. INTRODuCTION 1.1 General Information 1.1.1. Scope 1.1.2. Reports 1.1.3. Storage 1.1.4. Warranty Information 1.2. Description and Data 1.2.1. Description 1.2.2. OTS Standard Components 1.2.3. OTS Optional Components 1.2.4. Specifications 1.2.5. Mechanical Functions 1-11 1.2.6. Optical Functions 1-11 1.2.7.
  • Page 7 3.2.2. Focusing 3.2.3. Polarity and Color modes 3.2.4. Brightness 3.2.5. Recalibrate Switch 3.2.6. Zoom 3.2.7. Shut Down Operations 3.2.8. Weapon Mount Adjustment 3.2.9. Reticle patterns SECTION IV. mAINTENANCE INSTRuCTIONS 4.1. Preventive maintenance Checks and Services (PmCS) 4.1.1. Purpose of PMCS 4.1.2.

  • Page 9: Section I. Introduction

    SECTION I INTRODuCTION...

  • Page 10: General Information

    1.1.1. SCOPE This manual contains instructions for use in operating and main- taining the ATN OTS-17 thermal multi-purpose systems. Through- out this manual, the ATN OTS-17 will be referred to as the scope or OTS. 1.1.2. REPORTS Reports from the user on recommendations for improvements are encouraged.

  • Page 11: Warranty Information

    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.
  • Page 12 Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA). When returning please take or send the product, postage paid, with a copy of your sales receipt to our service center, ATN Corpora- tion at the address noted above. All merchandise must be fully insured with the correct postage;...

  • Page 13: Description And Data

    You can put it on a headset or on a helmet, connect it to another monocular to build a binocular system or use it as a weapon-mounted scope. The OTS-17 is ideal for Border Patrol Officers, Sport Shooting Enthusiasts, Private Protection, Police SWAT and Special Operations.

  • Page 14: Ots Standard Components

    MIL-STD-1913 (Picatinny Rail) Quick Release Mount • Head/helmet mountable for hands-freeuse • Weapon mountable • One-year warranty • Made in USA 1.2.2. OTS STANDARD COmPONENTS The OTS-17 standard components are shown in Figure 1-2 and pre- sented in Table 1-1. Figure 1-2. OTS-17 Standard Components...
  • Page 15 A protective bag used for storing of OTS and accessories. headmount Assembly Adjustable universal assembly that secures the ATN OTS-17 to the operator’s head providing hands free op- eration. Operators manual Provides equipment description, use of operator controls and preventative maintenance checks and service.

  • Page 16: Ots Optional Components

    Hard Storage Case ACCSHS1610 Flip-up helmet mount Adjustable universal flip-up helmet mount assembly that secures the ATN OTS-17 to the operator’s helmet providing hands free operation. Dual Bridge Adapter that allows the ATN OTS-17 to be attached to in a binocular configuration to the head- or helmet...

  • Page 17: Specifications

    RCA Video/power adapter RCA Video/power adapter used for video transmission and to connect external power sources 2X Afocal lens Attaches to the ATN OTS-17 for enhanced range per- formance. hard Storage Case A protective case used for shipping/storing OTS and accessories.
  • Page 18 Operating Tem- from -30°C to +60°C perature Range Weatherproof Dimensions 195 x 81 x 105 mm Weight (w/bat- 0.74 kg teries) * ATN reserves the right to change the above specifications at any time without notice 1-10...

  • Page 19: Mechanical Functions

    1.2.5. mEChANICAl FuNCTION The mechanical adjustments of the OTS sights allow for physical differences between individual operators using the system. The scope functions include the switchboard, refresh button, universal connector, eyepiece diopter adjustment ring, focusing ring, battery compartment cover, mounting rail. The mechanical controls are identified in Figure 1-4.

  • Page 20: Electrical Functions

    1.2.7. ElECTRICAl FuNCTION The electronic circuit is powered by replaceable batteries - either two 3.0 Volt lithium battery (CR123A). Power from the batteries is supplied to the components through the OFF-ON switch button. 1-12...

  • Page 21: Section Ii. Assembly And Preparation

    SECTION II ASSEmBly AND PREPARATION...

  • Page 22: Preparation

    2.1. PREPARATION 2.1.1. PREPARATION FOR uSE This chapter contains the information necessary to prepare the scope for operation. This includes unpacking, examination for da- mage, and battery installation. A. uNPACkING The following steps must be accomplished prior to each mission where the sight is used.

  • Page 23: Examination For Operation

    Install CR123A Lithium batteries as follows. 1. Remove the battery cap by turning it counterclockwise. 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 insert two 3.0 Volt CR123A Lithium bat- tery into the battery compartment, minus (-) end first (Figure 2-1).

  • Page 24: Assembly

    To mount the OTS-17 to a headmount, perform the following: 1. Loosen the screw (1). Push the button (2) and insert the rail of the OTS-17 into the socket (3) of the headset.

  • Page 25: Helmet Mount

    5. Push the same button (4) to lower OTS-17 to the viewing po- sition. 6. The OTS-17 can be placed onto the right or left eye. In or- der to readjust the monocular for use with the other eye, take the unit off the adapter, turn the unit to other side (for 180º)

  • Page 26: Dual Bridge Adapter

    (6) for comfortable position. Figure 2-4. Attaching OTS to helmet mount 2.2.4. DuAl BRIDGE ADAPTER The Dual Bridge Adapter is designed to connect two OTS-17 in binocular. Adapter allows also the binocular to be attached to the headmount or helmet mount.

  • Page 27: Afocal Lens

    2. Push the clamps (2) on the front of adapter. 3. Slide the unit rearwards until the alignment boss aligns with the alignment groove (3) on the adapter. Push until the unit locks into the adapter. 4. Repeat for second unit. For detachment the unit push the clamps on the front of adapter and slide the unit forwards.

  • Page 28: Weapon Mount

    2.2.6. WEAPON mOuNT To mount the ATN OTS-17 on the weapon perform the following: 1. Mount the weapon mount adapter (1) onto the Elcan mount system (2) with two screws M4x7. 2. Slightly loosen the mounting screw (3) on the side of weapon mount adapter.

  • Page 29: Section Iii. Operation

    SECTION III OPERATION...

  • Page 30: General Information

    3.1. GENERAl INFORmATION 3.1.1. GENERAl This section contains instructions for operation of OTS. The func- tion of controls and indicators is explained. CAuTION The OTS scope is a precision electron-optical instrument and must be handled carefully at all times. 3.1.2. CONTROlS AND INDICATION The OTS scope is designed to adjust for different users and cor- rects for most differences.
  • Page 31 Table 3-1. Controls and Indication CONTROlS AND ITEmS FuNCTIONS INDICATORS ON-OFF Button Controls scope power. To turn the unit on and off press the button . ZOOM Button Activates digital 2x/4x magnification. POLARITy AND Push quickly to switch to between white COLOR MOD hot and black hot.

  • Page 32: Operating Procedure

    During the warm-up time, a logo comes into view on the mono- cular display. Next the thermal image replaces the logo. Figure 3-2. Switchboard of ATN OTS-17 3.2.2. FOCuSING To focus the scope you need to adjust the diopter first. The scope has an adjustable eyepiece with a range of +2 to -6 diopter.

  • Page 33: Polarity And Color Modes

    EyEPIECE DIOPTER FOCUSING RING ADJUSTMENT RING Figure 3-3. Focus Adjustment 3.2.3. POlARITy AND COlOR mODES Push quickly POLARITy button to switch to between white hot and black hot. Hold down to turn on and cycle through color modes. 3.2.4. BRIGhTNESS Press «BRIGHTNESS +»...

  • Page 34: Zoom

    3.2.6. ZOOm Push ZOOM button to activate a digital zoom function. When button is pushed first time, the scope will display a scene magnified 2X. After second pushing the magnification will changed to 4X. Next pushing will reset the magnification to 1X. 3.2.7.

  • Page 35: Reticle Patterns

    Beyond 200 yards Disengage BCL (2) and use Mount’s MVA (3) to acquire range. Fine tune using scope’s internal adjustment. 3.2.9. RETIClE PATTERNS The ATN OTS-17 does not have a field user on/off button to acti- vate the aiming reticle. To change the pattern contact to the service center.

  • Page 37: Section Iv. Maintenance Instructions

    SECTION IV mAINTENANCE INSTRuCTIONS...

  • Page 38: Preventive Maintenance Checks And Services (Pmcs)

    4.1. PREVENTIVE mAINTENANCE ChECkS AND SERVICES (PmCS) 4.1.1. PuRPOSE OF PmCS PMCS is performed daily when in use to be sure that the sight is ready at all times. Procedures listed in Table 4-1 are a systematic inspection of OTS that will enable you to discover defects that might cause the sight to fail on a mission.
  • Page 39 NOT Fully mIS- SEq. ITEm TO ChECkING PROCEDuRE SION ChECk CAPABlE IF: Objective Check to ensure the objec- Objective lens Lens tive lens is not loose. loose. Check to ensure: Focus ring able to — the focus ring cannot be move along sight Focus moved along the sight body;...

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    4.2. TROuBlEShOOTING 4.2.1. GENERAl This section contains information for locating and removal most of the OTS operating troubles which may occur. Each malfunction for an individual component or assembly is followed by a list of tests or inspections that will help determine probable causes and corrective action to take.

  • Page 41: Maintenance Procedures

    PROBlEm PROBABlE CAuSE CORRECTIVE ACTION The brightness The batteries has a Replace the batteries. of the image low voltage. on the screen Factory alignment Send the scope to the ser- is low. broken. vice center. 4.3. mAINTENANCE PROCEDuRES 4.3.1. SCOPE mAINTENANCE The OTS maintenance consists of external inspection of its com- ponents for serviceability, cleaning and installation of the stan- dard and optional accessories.

  • Page 42: Preparing For Extended Storage

    lens holder and changing cotton swab after each circular stroke. Repeat this step until the glass surfaces are clean. B. ClEANING OF ACCESSORIES Clean accessories with a soft brush (cloth) and soap and water as required. CAuTION Dry thorougly each item before replacing into the storage case.
  • Page 43 B. REmOVAl AND INSTAllATION OF ChINSTRAP 1. Remove the chinstrap (Figure 4-2) by unsnapping the Wel- cro tape from the left side of the headband. Unbuckle the chinstraps from narrow strap assembly. 2. Replace the chinstrap by using the Welcro tape on the left side of the headband.

  • Page 44: Appendix A. Spare Parts List

    Spare Parts List. The amount and assortment of the spare parts needed should be arranged with each contract individually. Figure A-1. OTS Scope Table A-1. OTS-17 spare parts list PART NO. DESCRIPTION FIG.
  • Page 45 AT 88831.006 Eye Piece AT 88831.007 Rubber Eye-cup AT 88831.008 Battery Cap AT 88831.009 Connector Cap Figure A-2. OTS-17 Accessories Table A-2. OTS-17 Acceessories parts list PART NO. DESCRIPTION FIG. ITEm qTy Accessories 1 AT 88832.000 Soft Case AT 88833.000 Storage Case AT 88834.000...
  • Page 46 PART NO. DESCRIPTION FIG. ITEm qTy AT 88839.000 Weapon Mounting System AT 88841.000 Flip-up Helmet Mount AT 88842.000 Dual Bridge AT 88843.000 Afocal 2X Lens Figure A-3. headset Assembly Table A-3. headset Assembly PART NO. DESCRIPTION FIG. ITEm qTy AT 88835.0001 Screw AT 88835.0002 Mount Assembly...
  • Page 47 Figure A-4. helmet mount Assembly Table A-4. helmet mount Assembly PART NO. DESCRIPTION FIG. ITEm qTy AT 88841.0001 Screw AT 88841.0002 Mount Assembly Figure A-5. Weapon mounting System Table A-5. Weapon mounting System PART NO. DESCRIPTION FIG. ITEm qTy AT 88839.0001 Weapon mount adapter AT 88839.0002 Elcan mount system...
  • Page 48 For customer service and technical support, please contact American Technologies Network Corp. North American Office: 1341 San Mateo Avenue South San Francisco, CA 94080 phone: 800-910-2862, 650-989-5100 fax: 650-875-0129 www.atncorp.com ©2011 ATN Corporation...

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