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ACT THE-14 Operator's Manual

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THE-14
Monocular Night Vision Device
OPERATOR MANUAL

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  • Page 1 ACTinBlack Europe S.à r.l. THE-14 Monocular Night Vision Device OPERATOR MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Inside Cover...
  • Page 3 OPERATOR MANUAL THE-14 Monocular Night Vision Device ACTinBlack Europe S.à r.l. 12 Rue de l’Industrie, +352-20 30 10 30 L-3895 Foetz, info@actinblack.com Grand Duchy of www.actinblack.com Luxembourg...
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  • Page 5 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...
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Advisory Overview Table of Contents List of Figures List of Tables CHAPTER 1: GENERAL INFORMATION 12.1 Introduction 12.2 Equipment Description 12.3 Standard Kit Parts List 12.4 Standard Kit Parts Illustration 12.5 System Performance and Data CHAPTER 2: PREPARATION FOR USE Introduction Battery Precautions Battery Installation...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Shutting Down the Unit 3.10 Preparation for Storage CHAPTER 4: MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Introduction Deactivation Battery Removal Cleaning the THE-14 Cleaning the Optics Checking for Damage and Corrosion CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Procedures APPENDIX A: SPARE AND REPAIR PARTS LIST Introduction...

  • Page 9: List Of Figures

    LIST OF FIGURES Standard Kit Parts Illustration System Performance and Data Standard Installations J-Arm Mounted Operation Controls and Indicators Gain Control...

  • Page 10: List Of Tables

    LIST OF TABLES Standard Kit Parts List System Performance and Data Controls and Indicators Troubleshooting...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: General Information

    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.

  • Page 12: Standard Kit Parts List

    The THE-14 is the most widely fielded night vision system available. Standard Kit Parts List: The standard THE-14 kit comes with the items listed in the followi ng table. qty. Item...

  • Page 14: System Performance And Data

    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...
  • Page 15 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.)

  • Page 16: Chapter 2: Preparation For Use

    CHAPTER 2: PREPARATION FOR USE Introduction: This section contains instructions for installing and attaching various components and accessories to the THE-14 for operation under normal conditions. Battery Precautions: WARNING DO NOT MIX ALKALINE AND LITHIUM BATTERIES. DO NOT MIX OLD AND NEW BATTERIES.
  • Page 17 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.

  • Page 18: Battery Installation

    Battery Installation: Install one (1) AA battery as follows. Remove the battery cap by turning it counter-clockwise. Check to ensure the o-ring is present. If not, replace it. Observe polarity as indicated on the outside of the battery compartment and battery cap. Insert battery into the battery compartment, minus (-) end first.

  • Page 19: Demist Shield Installation

    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. Demist Shield Installation (Optional): Perform the following procedures to install the demist shield on the eyepiece lens. Carefully remove the eyecup.
  • Page 20 WINDOW TO PROTECT THE OBJECTIVE LENS FROM SCRATCHES OR OTHER DAMAGE. If the objective lens cap is in place, remove it. Carefully push the sacrificial window onto the objective lens until it stops. Turn the sacrificial window clockwise until it snaps into place.

  • Page 21: J-Arm Mount Installation

    Make sure the boss on the adapter fits into the groove on the monocular. Loosen the clamp knob and pivot the arm to the other side for THE-14 use with the right eye. Figure 2-3 J-Arm Mount Adapter Installation...

  • Page 22: Installation Of Weapon Mount (Optional)

    Installation of Weapon Mount (Optional): Perform the following procedure to install the weapon mount. Figure 2-4 Weapon Mount Adapter Installation CAUTION THE THE-14 IS NOT A WEAPON SIGHT, HOWEVER, IT CAN BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH A COLLIMATED DOT SIGHT OR LASER AIMING DEVICE.
  • Page 23 Orient the monocular and weapon mount as shown in Figure 2-4. Be sure to align the alignment boss on the weapon mount with the alignment groove in the monocular. Screw in the thumbscrew to secure the monocular to the weapon mount. Loosen the clamping knob on the weapon mount.
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  • Page 25: Chapter 3: Operating Instructions

    Controls and Indicators: The THE-14 is designed to adjust for different users and corrects for most differences in eyesight. The controls and indicators for the THE-14 are shown in Figure 3-1 and are described in Table 3-1. CAUTION THE THE-14 REQUIRES SOME AMBIENT (MOONLIGHT, STARLIGHT, OR ARTIFICIAL LIGHT, ETC.) TO OPERATE.
  • Page 26 Figure 3-1 Controls and Indicators...
  • Page 27 Functions Control Indicators Power Switch Controls monocular and IR source, ON or OFF. RESET/OFF Same as system OFF. OFF also resets monocular after high light cut- off. ON activates the monocular. IR/PULL Pull and turn the knob clockwise from the ON position to continuously activate the IR source.

  • Page 28: Hand-Held Operation

    Objective Focus Focuses objective lens. Adjusts for sharpest image of viewed object. Diopter Focuses eyepiece lens to user’s eye. Adjust for Adjustment sharpest image of intensifier screen. Eye Relief Adjusts the distance between your eye and the Adjustment monocular. Latch used for separation of monocular from Latch headmount/helmet mount adapter.
  • Page 29 NOTE WHEN USING THE MONOCULAR WITHOUTA MOUNTING DEVICE, MAKE SURE TO PLACE THE NECK CORD AROUND YOUR NECK. Ensure that the battery is installed correctly. Turn the power switch to ON. NOTE THE SHARPEST IMAGE WILL BE OBSERVED ONLY WHEN THE OBJECTIVE LENS AND EYEPIECE LENS ARE PROPERLY FOCUSED.

  • Page 30: Operations With Ir Source

    Operations with IR Source: WARNING THE IR SOURCE IS A LIGHT THAT IS INVISIBLE TO THE UNAIDED EYE FOR USE DURING CONDITIONS OF EXTREME DARKNESS. HOWEVER, THE LIGHT FROM THE IR SOURCE CAN BE DETECTED BY THE ENEMY USING NIGHT VISION DEVICES. NOTE THE PURPOSE OF THE IR SOURCE IS FOR VIEWING AT CLOSE DISTANCES UP TO 3...

  • Page 31: Operation In Conditions Of Blowing Dust Or

    Figure 3-3 Gain Control Operation in conditions of blowing Dust or Sand: CAUTION OPERATION IN CONDITIONS OF BLOWING DUST OR SAND CAN PIT AND SCRATCH THE OPTICAL ELEMENTS AND DAMAGE THE MECHANICAL COMPONENTS UNLESS THE PRECAUTIONS GIVEN BELOW ARE OBSERVED. Ensure that the sacrificial window is in place.

  • Page 32: Operation In Salt Water Areas

    Ensure that all dust and sand is removed from the THE-14 and carrying case after operation. Operation in Rainy or Humid conditions: CAUTION OPERATION IN RAINY OR HUMID CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE CORROSION AND DETERIORATION OF THE THE-14 UNLESS THE PRECAUTIONS GIVEN BELOW ARE OBSERVED Install the demist shield as instructed in this manual.
  • Page 33 Replace the battery cap. Remove the demist shield or sacrificial window if installed. Install objective lens cap. NOTE PRIOR TO PLACING THE-14 INTO CARRYING CASE, ENSURE THE-14 AND CASE ARE FREE OF DIRT, DUST, AND MOISTURE.
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  • Page 35: Chapter 4: Maintenance Instructions

    CHAPTER 4: MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Introduction: The THE-14 is designed to be used in diverse environments and rugged conditions. It is recommended that regular and simple maintenance be performed for optimal system performance. CAUTION THE MONOCULAR IS A PRECISION ELECTRO- OPTICAL INSTRUMENT AND MUST BE HANDLED CAREFULLY.

  • Page 36: Cleaning The Optics

    Checking for Damage and corrosion: As a general guideline, conduct an inspection of the THE-14, accessories, and the case after every use. Look for heavy wear and cracks in rubber or plastic. Inspect for moisture or corrosion in electronic housings and in the battery compartment.

  • Page 37: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

    Visual. Turn switch to RESET/OFF fails to position and then ON. activate. Check for defective, Replace battery or install missing or improperly correctly. installed battery. If THE-14 still fails to activate, refer to higher level of maintenance. Table 5-1 Troubleshooting...
  • Page 38 IR source In a dark location If IR source still fails to fails to with system turned activate, refer to higher activate. on, activate IR source. level of maintenance. Visually check IR source operation; scene should brighten. IR source Visual. Refer to higher level of indicator maintenance.
  • Page 39 Monocular Visual. If damaged, return to higher does not cut level of maintenance. off when Perform the following exposed to test under daylight or high light. bright room light (not fluorescent light). Place the objective lens cap on the objective lens. Turn monocular ON and observe that it cuts off within 70+ 30 seconds...
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  • Page 41: Introduction

    This section provides information needed to identify, contact and order spare and/or repair parts for the THE-14. Contact Information: To order spare or repair parts for the THE-14 or any of your night vision products contact: ACTinBlack Europe S.à r.l. 12 Rue de l’Industrie,...
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  • Page 43: Appendix B: Warranty Information

    APPENDIX B: WARRANTY INFORMATION Defects after Delivery and Warranty Subject following provisions, ACTinBlack Europe S.àr.l. warrants Purchaser that goods manufactured by ACTinBlack Europe S.àr.l. shall free from defects in material and workmanship. ACTinBlack Europe S.àr.l. obligations, set forth below, shall apply only to failures to meet the foregoing warranties...
  • Page 44 ACTinBlack Europe S.àr.l. shall have no warranty obligations with respect to defects resulting from inexpert alterations or repairs carried out by the Purchaser or his agent. Return Material Authorization Number (RMA#): Warranty and non-warranty items returned to ACTinBlack Europe S.àr.l. for repair or replacement require a RMA#. Email info@actinblack.com, with a serial number and detailed information to obtain a RMA#.
  • Page 45 Declaration of Conformity We, ACTinBlack Europe S.àr.l 12 Rue de l’Industrie, L-3895 Foetz, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg Declare under our sole responsibility that our product: Product name: THE14 ® Trade name: ACTinBlack Type of model: to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the appropriate standards: following the provisions of EMC Directive 2014/30/EU RoHS 2 Directive (EU) 2017/2102...
  • Page 46 Certificate of Conformity We, ACTinBlack Europe S.àr.l 12 Rue de l’Industrie, L-3895 Foetz, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg Declare under our sole responsibility that our product: Product name: THE14 ® Trade name: ACTinBlack Fulfils the essential requirements of: MIL-STD-810G The following standards were applied: MIL-STD_810G: 501.5: High Temperature MIL-STD_810G: 502.5: Low Temperature MIL-STD_810G: 507.5: Humidity...
  • Page 47 ACTinBlack Europe S.à r.l. 12 Rue de l’Industrie, L-3895 Foetz, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg www.actinblack.com Part No. :MAN-THE-14-001 June 2020...

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