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ATN OTS-X Series
THERMAL IMAGING VIEWERS
OPERATOR'S MANUAL (OTS-X) REVISION 5 – SEPT. 2014
o p e r a t o r ' s m a n u a l
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  • Page 1 ATN OTS-X Series THERMAL IMAGING VIEWERS OPERATOR’S MANUAL (OTS-X) REVISION 5 – SEPT. 2014 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 Manual (OTS-X) Revision 5 – September, 2014 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 inaccuracies that may appear in this book.
  • Page 3 STUDY CAREFULLY THIS MANUAL BEFORE TURNING ON AND OPERATING THIS PRODUCT. CAUTIONS The ATN OTS-X thermal imaging viewer are precision optical- electronic instruments and requires careful handling. To pro- vide safe use of the systems the following instructions should be observed: •...
  • Page 4 WARNING Do not permanently attach the device to dynamic-mount applica- tions that continuously transmit vibration (such as on vehicles or heavy machinery). WARNING Do not point the monocular directly at any high-intensity objects that you must not view with your eyes (such as the sun or a weld- ing arc).
  • Page 5 NOTE Please be aware that the most common problem that first time users of Thermal products encounter is improper utilization of Calibrate/NUC function. The first step before using the product should be to properly calibrate the device. To do this please turn the unit on, close the objective lens with the lens cap and press the Calibrate/NUC function either as described in 3.2.2.3 or by holding down both the UP and DOWN buttons at the same time.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION ......1-1 1.1. General Information ......1-2 1.1.1.
  • Page 7 CHAPTER 4. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ... 4-1 4.1. Lubrication Instructions ......4-2 4.2.
  • Page 8 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL • Usage You must familiarize yourself with the entire manual before operat- ing the equipment. Read and follow all warning notices. • Manual Overview The table of contents includes the paragraph number, paragraph title, and page number.

  • Page 9: Chapter 1. Introduction

    CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION...

  • Page 10: General Information

    This manual contains instructions for use in operating and main- taining the ATN OTS-X thermal imaging viewer. Throughout this manual, the ATN OTS-X will be referred to as the scope or OTS-X. 1.1.2. REPORTS Reports from the user on recommendations for improvements are encouraged.
  • Page 11 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 PRODUCT WARRANTY REGISTRATION In order to validate the warranty on your product, ATN must receive a complet- ed Product Warranty Registration Card for each unit or complete warranty reg- istration on our website at www.atncorp.com. Please complete the included form and immediately mail it to our Service Center: ATN Corporation, 1341 San Mateo Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080.

  • Page 13: Equipment Description

    Mil. Spec. The OTS-X series is a thermal system using the latest in miniature thermal sensor technology combined with an advanced Display to provide a superior stable image in a compact and rugged package.

  • Page 14: Location And Description Of Major Components

    1.2.2. LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS Included and optional items are shown in Figure 1.1. OPERATOR’S LENS MANUAL CLEANING CLOTH MONOCULAR BATTERY 50 MM LENS (OPTIONAL) NECK CORD 30 MM LENS (OPTIONAL) 70 MM LENS (OPTIONAL) CARRYING CASE FIGURE 1.2. COMPONENTS OF OTS-X WITH 14 MM LENS...
  • Page 15 The monocular (see Figure 1.2.) consists of various components such as an objective lens, a thermal core (not shown), an eyepiece lens and a battery cap. EYEPIECE LENS OBJECTIVE LENS ON-OFF SWITCH BATTERY FIGURE 1.3. THERMAL IMAGING MONOCULAR SYSTEM...

  • Page 18: Mechanical Function

    1.2.4. MECHANICAL FUNCTION The mechanical adjustments of the OTS-X sights allow for physi- cal differences between individual operators using the system. The scope functions include the ON-OFF switch, UP button, ENTER button, DOWN button, video-out, eyepiece diopter adjustment ring, battery compartment cover. The mechanical controls are identified in Figure 1.4.

  • Page 19: Electrical Function

    1.2.6. ELECTRICAL FUNCTION The electronic circuit is powered by replaceable battery – one 3 V Lithium battery (CR123A type battery). Power from the battery is supplied to the components through the OFF-ON switch. 1-11...
  • Page 20 1-12...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2. Assembly And Preparation

    CHAPTER 2 ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION...

  • Page 22: Preparation

    2.1. PREPARATIONS 2.1.1. PREPARATION FOR USE This chapter contains the information necessary to prepare the scope for operation. This includes unpacking, examination for damage, and battery installation. A. UNPACKING The following steps must be accomplished prior to each mission where the sight is used. 1.
  • Page 23 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 one 3.0 Volt CR123A Lithium bat- tery into the battery compartment, minus (-) end first (Fi- gure 2.1.).

  • Page 25: Chapter 3. Operation

    CHAPTER 3 OPERATION...

  • Page 26: General Information

    3.1. GENERAL INFORMATION 3.1.1. GENERAL This section contains instructions for operation of OTS-X. The function of controls and indicators is explained. CAUTION The OTS-X scope is a precision electron-optical instrument and must be handled carefully at all times. 3.1.2. CONTROLS AND INDICATION The OTS-X scope is designed to adjust for different users and corrects for most differences.
  • Page 27 Table 3-1. Controls and Indication CONTROLS AND INDI- ITEMS FUNCTIONS CATORS ON-OFF Switch Locate the rotary switch next to the eyepiece of the OTS-X. Simple rotate clockwise to turn on the monocular and allow 4 s for the system start-up. To turn off rotate the switch counterclockwise.

  • Page 28: Operating Procedure

    3.2. OPERATING PROCEDURE This section contains operating procedures for using the OTS-X as hand-held monocular. Prior to operating the monocular, make certain that all the steps in 2.3.3. Assembly and Preparation for Use, have been read and performed. 3.2.1. TURNING ON Open the objective lens cover.
  • Page 29 3.2.2.1. FIRST MENU SET The two icons on the screen are Zoom (on top) accessed by UP button and White Hot/Black Hot (on the bottom) accessed by DOWN button. White Hot /Black Hot Icon Zoom Icon FIGURE 3.3. SCREEN OF FIRST MENU SET Zoom –...
  • Page 30 3.2.2.2. SECOND MENU SET The two icons on the screen are Color Mode (on top) accessed by UP button and Screen Brightness(on the bottom) accessed by DOWN button. Color Mode Icon Screen Brightness Icon FIGURE 3.4. SCREEN OF SECOND MENU SET Color Mode –...
  • Page 31 Rotate – UP button will let the user cycle through the screen rotation. This feature offers valuable options to the user in en- abling the scope to be used for various purposes. Example: When worn on a headgear/helmet for the left eye (vs more stan- dard right eye approach) the Rotate feature will enable the user to rotate the icons 180 degrees to achieve the proper icon po- sitioning.

  • Page 32: Video Output

    The UP and DOWN buttons will still function in the same way as on First Menu Set. UP button will activate Zoom and DOWN button will activate White Hot/Black Hot function. FIGURE 3.6. SCREEN OF FOURTH MENU SET 3.2.3. VIDEO OUTPUT This version of the OTS-X is equipped with the added feature of being able to connect directly to a remote video monitor or recorder via an integrated 8 PIN port.
  • Page 33 3. RCA style video cables FIGURE 3.9. RCA CABLES Connection Setup: 1. Connect the 8 PIN-to-BNC (Figure 3.7.) cable to the sights 8 PIN port. 2. Connect the BNC Plug to RCA Jack Adapter (Figure 3.8.), to the 8 PIN-to-BNC cable. 3.
  • Page 34 “trash can icon” will erase all captured images. FIGURE 3.10. CAMERA ICON ON SCREEN How to download images to PC. 1. Install ATN Interface Software on your PC. 2. With OTS-X On plug in image capture cable to OTS-X and PC. 3. Open “ATN Scope Interface” software.

  • Page 35: Hand-Held Operation

    9. Choose a location to save the images to. 10. Click on menu item “Download Images” FIGURE 3.11. IMAGE CAPTURE CABLE 3.2.3. HAND-HELD OPERATION (1) Ensure that the battery are installed per paragraph 2.1.1. (2) Turn the ON-OFF switch to ON. NOTE The sharpest image will be observed only when the objective lens and eyepiece lens are properly focused.

  • Page 36: Interchangeable Lenses

    to short circuit and become very hot. (2) Packaging After Use. (a) Remove battery cap and remove battery. (b) Inspect the battery housing for corrosion or moisture. Clean and dry if necessary. (c) Replace the battery cap. (d) Remove the demist shield or sacrificial window if installed. Install objective lens cap.

  • Page 37: Chapter 4. Maintenance Instructions

    CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS...

  • Page 38: Lubrication Instructions

    4.1. LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS No lubrication is required. 4.2. TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES 4.2.1. TROUBLESHOOTING Table 4.1. 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.

  • Page 39: Operator's Maintenance Procedures

    MALFUNC- TEST OR INSPECTION CORRECTIVE ACTION TION 5. Battery Visually inspect for the pres- If o-ring is missing, refer to cap difficult to ence of an o-ring. higher level of maintenance. open. Check for damaged batter y If damaged, refer to higher cap.
  • Page 40 For customer service and technical support, please contact American Technologies Network Corp. 1341 San Mateo Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080 phone: 800-910-2862, 650-989-5100; fax: 650-875-0129 www.atncorp.com ©2014 ATN Corporation...

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