ATN Odin operator`s manual
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1. 12edsu 10 U9je 10 194205 Y29949 HIP 10 U9 8 10 193205 YOSUD NOILOAdSNI 1531 jeuleu o1 you jM JUNOW OL jou uoie junouipeeu pue 1ex2os jUNOW Jo junoupeeH 6 NOILONNATIVIN 4 4 4 3 OPERATOR S MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4 3 1 CLEANING THE SCOPE CAUTION The monocular is a precision electro optical instrument and must be handled carefully Do not scratch the external lens surfaces or touch them with your fingers Wiping demist 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 the dem ist shield 4 3 2 HEADMOUNT MAINTENANCE a Browpad Replacement Replace the browpad when cracked torn or contaminated Per form the following procedures to remove and replace the browpad 1 Firmly grasp the headmount and remove the old browpad 2 Gently press on the new browpad Lightly smooth out any wrin kles in the new browpad b Neck Pad Reinstallation During operation of the Scope it is possible for the neck pad to become separated from its position on the headband Perform the following procedure to reinstall the neck pad 1 Lift the upper headband strap retention tab see Figure 4 1 al lowing the n2. 3 2 943 General bro Res 3 2 3 1 2 Controls and 3 2 3 2 Operating procedure 3 4 3 2 1 Turning bo vad 3 4 3 2 2 MenusetS venne kx n 3 4 3 2 3 Hand held 3 11 3 2 4 Head mounted operation 3 11 3 2 5 Helmet mounted 3 13 3 2 6 Weapon mounted 3 15 3 2 7 Preparation for 3 16 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 1 4 1 Lubrication Instructions 4 2 4 2 Troubleshooting procedures 4 2 4 2 1 Troubleshooting 4 2 4 3 Operator s Maintenance Procedures 4 5 4 3 1 Cleaning the 4 5 4 3 2 Headmount 4 5 4 3 3 Neck cord maintenance 4 7 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 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 111 SCOPE This manual contains instructions for use in operating and main taining the ATN
3. CHINSTRAP ADJUSTMENT AND SNAP SLIDING BAR HEADMOUNT BUCKLES SOCKET CHINSTRAP ADJUSTMENT EYE RELIEF AND SNAP ADJUSTMENT CHIN CUP HEADBAND FIGURE 2 2 ODIN HEADMOUNT ADJUSTMENTS 6 Ensure that the cross strap is not twisted and remove slack by adjusting the vertical adjustment at the neck pad 7 Adjust chinstrap and vertical adjustment until the chin cup and headband are in a comfortable but firm position NOTE After installing the monocular minor strap adjustments may be necessary to achieve comfort 8 Install the headmount helmet mount adapter refer to paragraph 2 1 5 9 Refer to paragraph 3 2 5 for operating procedures 2 1 5 INSTALLATION OF HEADMOUNT HELMET MOUNT ADAPTER Install the headmount helmet mount adapter Figure 1 1 into the monocular by aligning thumbscrew to hole and tightening as shown in Figure 2 3 There is an alignment boss on the headmount helmet 2 5 mount adapter that fits into a groove on the monocular Make sure DIOPTER AD LATCH JUSTMENT EYE RELIEF ADJUSTMENT ON OFF SWITCH BATTERY POLARITY INDICATORS FIGURE 2 3 HEADMOUNT HELMET MOUNT ADAPTER INSTALLATION 2 1 6 INSTALLATION OF HELMET MOUNT TO HELMET 1 Remove the helmet mount from the carrying case Refer to Fig ure 2 4 for helmet mount features 2 Press the release Figure 2 5 to remove the mount from the helmet mount bracket 3 Make sure the strap is laced onto the helmet mount bracket as
4. LATCH FIGURE 2 6 REASSEMBLY OF HELMET MOUNT 2 1 7 INSTALLATION OF HEADMOUNT WITH PROTECTIVE MASK Perform the following procedures for donning headmount with pro tective mask 1 Place protective mask on your head per the instructions pro vided with the protective mask WARNING When installing the headmount over the protective mask be careful not to break the protective mask seal around your face 2 Install the headmount per the instructions in paragraph 2 1 4 NOTE It may be necessary to remove the browpad Figure 2 2 when wearing the headmount over a protective mask 2 8 2 1 8 INSTALLATION OF WEAPON MOUNT Perform the following procedure to install the weapon mount VARIABLE PIVOT TECHNOLOGY ADJUSTMENT WEAPON MOUNT ALIGNMENT BOSS HIDDEN i THUMBSCREW CLAMPING KNOB FIGURE 2 7 WEAPON MOUNT USAGE 1 Orient the monocular and weapon mount as shown in Figure 2 7 Be sure to align the alignment boss on the weapon mount with the alignment groove in the monocular 2 Screw in the thumbscrew to secure the monocular to the weap on mount 3 Loosen the clamping knob on the weapon mount Position the weapon mount with the monocular onto the weapon s mounting rail Tighten by turning the clamping knob NOTE There is a ratchet in the weapon mount that prevents over tightening of the clamp Turn until the knob clicks 2 9 4 Check the position of the monocular by holding the weapon in y
5. Screen and Reticle Screen See A through C Screens below Video Out ON OFF DOWN button will activate the video out mode enabling you to transmit video via the video cable optional Note Video Out ON will drain your battery power faster than Video Out OFF NOTE To move between A to C Screen please use the ENTER Key p on Reticle Pattern FIGURE 3 7 SCREEN a A Screen The two icons on the screen are Color Reticle on top accessed by UP button and Reticle Pattern on the bottom accessed by DOWN button Color Reticle UP button will cycle through the various color reticles available in your system Reticle Pattern DOWN button will cycle through the various reticle patterns available in your system Duplex Crosshair Open Crosshair Open Crosshair with Dot FIGURE 3 8 RETICLE PATTERN Up Elevation Down Elevation ES Icon Adjustment Icon FIGURE 3 9 B SCREEN b B Screen The two icons on the screen are UP Elevation on top accessed by UP button and Down Elevation on the bottom accessed by DOWN button UP Elevation UP button will move the reticle Up 3 9 D Right Windage Adjustment Icon Adjustment Icon E FIGURE 3 10 C SCREEN Down Elevation DOWN button will move the reticle Down C Screen The two icons on the screen Left Windage Adjustment on top accessed by UP button and Right Wind ageAdjustment on the bottom accessed by
6. TABLE OF CONTENTS pg CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1 1 11 General Information 1 2 VAM SCODB oos sheen cee he RON RS a EA 1 2 11 2 amem le Pra ane 1 2 14 3 SOAGE ake whe hea Re d eis 1 2 1 1 4 Warranty Information 1 2 1 2 Equipment 1 5 1 2 1 Equipment characteristics capabilities and features oer a eg eximere Rn 1 5 1 2 2 Location and description of major components 1 6 1 23 Specifications sro e RYE ET RES 1 9 1 2 4 Mechanical 1 11 1 2 5 Optical Functions ro da ees 1 11 1 2 6 Electrical Function cece men 1 12 CHAPTER 2 ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION 2 1 24 Preparation 2 2 2 1 1 Preparation foruSe 2 2 2 1 2 Installation ofeyecup 2 8 2 1 3 Installation of demist 5 2 3 2 1 4 Installation and adjustment of headmount 2 4 2 1 5 Installation of headmount helmet mount adapter 2 5 2 1 6 Installation of helmet mount to helmet 2 6 2 1 7 Installation of headmount with protective mask 2 8 2 1 8 Installation of weapon mount 2 9 CHAPTER 3 3 1 3 1 General Information
7. environments situations to determine which mode works best for you Screen Brightness DOWN button will let the user cycle through display brightness levels The icon will change to indi cate the level of brightness that was chosen 3 2 2 3 THIRD MENU SET The two icons on the screen are Rotate on top accessed by UP button and Calibrate NUC on the bottom accessed by DOWN button Calibration NUC um B FIGURE 3 5 SCREEN OF THIRD MENU SET Screen Brightness Icon 3 6 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 NOTE We highly recommend that you use this feature in combina tion with the VPT Variable Pivot Technology Figure 3 14 to achieve optimal results 3 2 4 and 3 2 5 Calibrate NUC DOWN button will let you Calibrate NUC the system Calibrating or NUCing a thermal system is needed when a user detects degradation of the image image blurring or a burn in effect This is a normal part of a thermal sensor func tionality and is caused by a charge accumulation on the detector array Most often this will occur when the device is used in an environment with large temperature v
8. rotate the switch counterclockwise ENTER Button Choosing of menu set Objective Lens Focus Variable pivot technology module Diopter Adjustment Focuses eyepiece lens without the need for glasses Adjusts for sharper image of intensifier screen Buttons 3 3 3 2 OPERATING PROCEDURE This section contains operating procedures for using the Odin as hand held head mounted helmet mounted or weapon mounted 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 The objective lens cover protects the monocular from inadvertent exposure to extremely high levels of radiant flux Never leave the monocular with the objective lens cover off To turn the unit on rotate clockwise the ON OFF switch After a warm up time of approximately 4 seconds video of the thermal scene appears 3 2 2 MENU SETS The first set of menus appears when you turn on the device For menu change press ENTER button to cycle through the available menu sets Each menu contains two icons that indicate various Scope functions To access a particular icon please use UP or DOWN buttons DOWN BUTTON ENTER BUTTON UP BUTTON FIGURE 3 2 OPERATIONAL BUTTONS OF ODIN 3 4 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 D
9. shown in Figure 2 4 4 With catch see Figure 2 4 in forward most position place the strap over the top of the helmet center see Figure 2 5 5 Hook the rear bracket see Figure 2 5 on the center of the back of the helmet and lay the strap with helmet mount bracket over the top of the helmet 6 Hook the helmet mount bracket in the center of the front lip of the helmet and hold it in place see Figure 2 6 7 With the buckle lever open take up the slack in the strap using the catch Close the buckle lever 2 6 KEEPER HELMET MOUNT BRACKET CATCH LEVER BRACKET FIGURE 2 4 INSTALLATION OF HELMET MOUNT TOP EDGE HELMET STRAP OFMOUNT MOUNT KEEPER RELEASE MOUNT IS ROTATED 90 FOR CLARITY FIGURE 2 5 HELMET MOUNT 8 Disengage the nape strap latch on the left side of nape strap 9 Don the helmet Do not fasten the helmet chinstrap 2 7 10 Engage the nape strap at the nape strap latch Tension the nape strap for a stable fit then install and tension the helmet chin strap The brow of the helmet should be parallel to the ground and the helmet stable on the head 11 Insertthe top edge of the mount under the keeper on the helmet mount bracket and rotate downward until the latch engages see Figure 2 6 To release the mount from the helmet bracket press the release and pull forward and down KEEPER TOP EDGE OF MOUNT HELMET lt lt MOUNT BRACKET RELEASE
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12. ATN ODIN THERMAL MULTI PURPOSE SYSTEM OPERATOR S MANUAL ODIN REVISION 3 MAY 2014 operator s manual 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 Government and they fall under the control jurisdiction of either the US Department of State or the US BIS Department of Commerce It is unlawful and strictly prohibited to export or attempt to export or otherwise transfer or sell any hardware ortechnical data or furnish any service to any foreign person whether abroad AMERICAN or in the United States for which a license or written TECHNOLOGIES approval of the U S Government is required without NETWORK first obtaining the required license or written approval CORP from the Department of the U S Government having jurisdiction Diversion contrary to U S law is prohibited Register your product warranty online at www atncorp com warranty Manual Odin Revision 3 MAY 2014 The information in this manual furnished for information use only is subject to change without notice is notto 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 2014 Corp All right reserved SAFETY SUMMARY STUDY CAREFULLY THIS MANUAL BEFORE TURNING ON AND OPERATING THIS PRODUCT CAUTIONS The ATN O
13. DOWN button Left Windage Adjustment UP button will move the reticle Left Right Windage Adjustment DOWN button will move the reticle Right 3 2 2 5 FIFTH MENU SET For the Fifth Menu Set all icons are removed from the screen allowing optimal uncluttered viewing FIGURE 3 11 SCREEN OF FIFTH MENU SET 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 3 10 3 2 3 HAND HELD OPERATION NOTE When using the monocular without a mounting device make sure to place the neck cord around your neck 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 3 Rotate the diopter adjustment for the clearest view of the image intensifier screen 4 The objective lens is set at fixed focus 5 The objective lens houses the Variable Pivot Technology mod ule The VPT allows the userto rotate the screen to match the angle of the Odin To do this grab the front lens objective and rotate either clockwise or counterclockwise to the image is at desired location You can also electronically rotate the icon position in your scope Select the rotate icon and then adjust through the menu buttons 3 2 4 HEAD MOUNTED OPERATION Perform the following procedures for head mounted op
14. OWN button White Hot Black Hot Icon Zoom Icon FIGURE 3 3 SCREEN OF FIRST MENU SET Zoom UP button will allow the user to cycle through all the zoom options The icon will change based on the Electronic Zoom level that you have selected Note The Electronic Zoom E Zoom is not the same as overall system magnification To calculate system magnification you must multiply E Zoom by Optical Magnification Example Odin 32 has an optical mag nification on 2X When used in 1X E Zoom mode your system overall magnification is 2X 2 x 122 However when E Zoom ing to 2X your system magnification will be 4X 2 x 224 and when E Zooming to 4X your system magnification will be 8X 2 x 4 8 White Hot Black Hot DOWN button will allow the user to cycle between White Hot Polarity and Black Hot Polarity When in White Hot mode the hotter the object the whiter it will appear onthe display In Black Hot the opposite will be true the hotter the object the darker it will appear We recommend you try both modes in various environments situations to determine the opti mal mode 3 5 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 posce Color Mode Icon FIGURE 3 4 SCREEN OF SECOND MENU SET Color Mode UP button will let the user cycle through various color modes We recommend that you experiment in various
15. Odin thermal multi purpose systems Throughout this manual the ATN Odin will be referred to as the scope or Odin 1 1 2 REPORTS Reports from the user on recommendations for improvements are encouraged Send reports to the address below American Technologies Network Corp 1341 San Mateo Avenue South San Francisco CA 94080 800 910 2862 650 989 5100 650 875 0129 fax info Q atncorp com www atncorp com 1 1 3 STORAGE Storage of Odin should be done in the factory packing and after a thorough PMCS as outlined in Section 4 1 of this manual This will ensure the scope remains in mission ready condition during stor age Battery should be stored separately from the scope The scope should not be placed on the floor in any area exposed to high temperatures or direct sunlight Presence of acid and alkaline vapor as well as of other aggressive admixtures in the air is unac ceptable 1 1 4 WARRANTY INFORMATION NOTICE All ODIN models with manufacture date post January 1 2014 are warranted by the following 3 YEAR PRODUCT WARRANTY This product is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of 3 three years from the date of purchase In addition the uncooled thermal sensor array carries a 10 1 2 year warranty 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
16. TION 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 CHAPTER 2 ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION 2 1 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 Open carrying case remove the scope and check contents for completeness 2 Inspect the scope for obvious evidence of damage to opti cal surfaces body eyecups operation buttons etc Ensure that all optical surfaces are clean and ready for use Clean with lens paper B ATTACHMENT OF NECK LANYARD To prevent damage due to dropping the scope use the neck lan yard included with your equipment C INSTALLATION OF BATTERY WARNING The lithium battery contains sulphur dioxide gas under pres sure Do not heat puncture disassemble short circuit attempt to recharge or otherwise tamper with the batteries Turn off equipment if battery compartment becomes unduly hot If possible wait until the batteries have cooled before removing them If you inhale sulphur dioxide seek medical attention The Odin will operate with one CR123A Lithium battery type CAUTION Make certa
17. and while viewing the screen rotate the Vari able Pivot Technology ad justment VPT to get image aligned Please note that the VPT adjustment does not fully Rotate 360 degrees Icons in OLED display may also be rotated proper align ment Please refer to sec tion 3 2 2 3 Third Menu Set page 3 6 FRONT LENS RING AVES FIGURE 3 14 VPT 3 17 3 18 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 1 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 If the equipment malfunction is not listed or actions listed do not correct the fault notify your maintainer 4 2 eoueuejuleui jo jo eoueuejureui jo JeuBiu Buissiui s Buu o eoueuejureui jo j jo o 9 1941y si dnoefe J eouejsip 20 sn peay
18. ariations example mov ing from a warm house to a cold outdoor environment Calibra tion is needed less when used outdoors at night where tempera ture variations are less frequent To properly Calibrate NUC the system user must cover the ob jective lens either with a lens cap or any other object of uniform temperature most often even a user s hand will do Only when the lens is covered the Calibrate feature may be activated In the event the Calibrate feature is activated and the lens is not covered the device may experience even a worse degrada tion as heat sources viewed by the device during calibration are burn in to the sensor NOTE The burn in is temporary and causes no permanent damage to the unit There are two ways to access Calibrate NUC function First is through the 3rd Menu Set as explained above Second is the Quick Calibration Option Press both the UP and DOWN keys simultaneously and unit will Calibrate NUC 3 7 3 2 2 4 FORTH MENU SET The two icons on the screen are Reticle Mode on top ac cessed by UP button and Video Out ON OFF on the bottom accessed by DOWN button NOTE For reticle controls please make sure your Odin model comes with the reticle option jb Reticle Mode Icon ON OFF VIDEO OUT Icon B FIGURE 3 6 SCREEN OF FORTH MENU SET Reticle Mode UP button will take you to Reticle Adjust ment Mode that is made up of three screens designated as Reticle A Screen Reticle
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20. din 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 Donotdismantle the device Keep the device clean protect it from moisture sharp tem perature drops and shocks e careful not to touch the glass surfaces If you put finger prints on or contaminate the glass surfaces use only clean and soft materials to clean it Donotleave the device in on position during stops in operation Remove the battery from the device for the period of storage CAUTION THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS NATURAL RUBBER LATEX WHICH MAY CAUSE ALLERGIC REACTIONS 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 If you do you will damage the camera WARNING Operating Odin outside of its specified operating temperature range or voltage range can cause permanent damage and will void the warranty WARNING Use the power switch to turn the camera off before you remove power remove battery WARNING Do not use any battery other than a CR 123A lithium battery DO NOT use any battery ies providing a combined voltage greater than 3 0 volts WARNING D
21. e image is properly aligned The VPT module is adjusted by rotating the front of the objective lens Do not force the module it does NOT rotate 360 degrees You may also need to rotate the Icons to fit your new view please see 3 2 2 3 3 2 6 WEAPON MOUNTED OPERATION NOTE The Odin can be used as a standalone thermal weapon system Perform the following procedures for weapon mounted operation 1 Ensure that the battery is installed per paragraph 2 1 1 2 Assemble the weapon mount to the monocular per paragraph 2 1 8 steps 1 and 2 3 15 3 Mount the monocular with adapter onto the M16 M4 receiver rail per paragraph 2 1 8 steps 3 and 4 4 Rotate the diopter adjustment for the clearest view of the image intensifier screen 5 The objective lens is set at infinity focus The objective lens houses the Variable Pivot Technology module The VPT allows the user to rotate the screen to match the angle of the Odin To do this grab the front lens objective and rotate either clockwise or coun terclockwise to the image is at desired location You can also elec tronically rotate the icon position in your scope Select the rotate icon and then adjust through the menu buttons 6 Selectthe reticle icon in the view screen 7 Adjust the windage and elevation through the selected icons in view screen 3 2 7 PREPARATION FOR STORAGE 1 Shutdown Perform the following procedures to shut down the monocular a Turn the
22. eck pad strap to be inserted underneath 2 Slip the neck pad strap all the way under the upper strap reten tion tab and then pull the lower part of the neck pad strap under the lower strap retention tab 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other side of the headband and neckband if necessary 4 5 NECK PAD STRAP UPPER STRAP RETENTION TAB LOWER STRAP RETENTION TAB FIGURE 4 1 REINSTALLING THE NECK PAD c Lacing the Sliding Bar Buckles MOVEABLE SLIDING BAR FIXED SERRATED BAR 4 6 While donning and adjusting the headmount it is possible for a strap to slip out of a slide fastener Perform the following procedure to adjust the strap and sliding bar buckle 1 Thread the strap from the inside of the buckle over the move able sliding bar see Figure 4 2 Thread the strap back through the buckle but this time under the moveable sliding bar and over the serrated part of the buckle 2 Pull the strap through the buckle and tighten as necessary 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for other straps and buckles that may have come undone 4 3 3 NECK CORD MAINTENANCE The neck cord Figure 1 1 may be broken frayed or loose at one or both ends If loose re tie cord If broken or severely frayed install new cord as follows 1 Insert ends through monocular holes from the rear 2 Thread right cord end through hole in objective lens cap 3 Tie a knot in each end 4 7 For customer service and technical support
23. ed below Demist Shield The demist shield Figure 1 1 is used to prevent the eyepiece lenses from becoming fogged Sacrificial Window Please note the PVS14 sacrificial window will not work with the Odin Do not attemptto use will not get an image b Headmount The headmount Figure 1 1 secures the monocular to the opera tor s head for night viewing and provides freehand support for use with a weapon protective mask or other purposes It is adjustable and cushioned The thin browpad used for large heads comes at tached to the headmount the thick and medium browpads used for smaller heads are stored in the carrying case c Helmet Mount This item Figure 1 1 secures the monocular to the Personal Ar mor System Ground Troops PASGT helmet allowing freehand support for use with a weapon protective mask and or other pur poses The new helmet mount is made of a ruggedized metal The old one is made of plastic 1 7 d Headmount Helmet Mount Adapter This item Figure 1 1 is attached to the monocular to allow its use with the headmount or helmet mount It allows mounting in front of the left or right eye e Weapon Mount The weapon mount Figure 1 1 adapts the monocular to the re ceiver rail as configured for the modular weapon system kit f Carrying Case The carrying case Figure 1 1 is provided for transportation and protection of the monocular headmount battery and accesso ries Two slide keepers are provi
24. eld of view of the image Reset the diopter adjustment for best image 9 The objective lens is set at infinity focus The objective lens houses the Variable Pivot Technology module The VPT allows the user to rotate the screen to match the angle of the Odin To do this grab the front lens objective and rotate either clockwise or coun terclockwise to the image is at desired location You can also elec tronically rotate the icon position in your scope Select the rotate icon and then adjust through the menu buttons 3 2 5 HELMET MOUNTED OPERATION CAUTION Take some precaution when using handling the helmet mount Most damage occurs when the helmet mount is left on the helmet when not needed for immediate use Observe the fol lowing cautions to significantly extend the useful life of the helmet mount CAUTION Do not use excessive force when changing the up down posi tion of the Odin Excessive force can break the headmount helmet mount adapter Do not drop or throw the helmet with the helmet mount attached to it With the monocular in the flipped up position do not flick the monocular down by shaking the helmet This places signifi cant stress on the helmet mount All Other Services Return the helmet and the helmet mount to unit maintenance for direct mounting of the bracket via the helmet screws Perform the following procedures for helmet mounted operation NOTE The helmet mount provides two positions for t
25. eration 1 Ensure that battery is installed per paragraph 2 1 1 2 Read the instructions on how to use the headmount in para graph 2 1 4 NOTE To make it easier to align the monocular eyecup and eyepiece lens to the eye depress the eye relief adjustment and slide the headmount socket all the way forward before attaching the monocular 3 Align the headmount helmet mount adapter s latch to the head mount socket Figure 3 4 Press and hold down the latch lever while installing the monocular into the headmount socket Release the latch when the monocular fully engages the socket 4 Set your eye relief by depressing the eye relief adjustment 3 11 Figure 3 4 and move the monocular back toward your non do minate eye until the eyecup comfortably seals around the eye HEADMOUNT SOCKET RELIEF ADJUSTMENT FIGURE 3 12 HEADMOUNT HELMET MOUNT ADAPTER OPERATION 5 Turn the monocular ON 6 Readjust the vertical adjustment Figure 2 2 ofthe headmount until the monocular is properly aligned with your eye NOTE The sharpest image will be observed only when the objective lens and eyepiece lens are properly focused 7 Rotate the diopter adjustment for the clearest view of the image intensifier screen NOTE Any readjustment of eye relief requires readjustment of the diopter 3 12 8 Adjust the eye relief distance by pressing the eye relief adjust ment and sliding monocular fore or aft to obtain a full fi
26. f liability 1 3 PRODUCT WARRANTY REGISTRATION In order to validate the warranty on your product 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 our Service Center Corporation 1341 San Mateo Avenue South San Francisco CA 94080 OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warranty service on your unit End user must notify ATN service department by calling 800 910 2862 or 650 989 5100 or via e mail service 9 atncorp com to receive a 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 Corporation at the address noted above All merchandise must be fully insured with the correct postage will not be responsible for improper postage or missing or damaged merchandise during shipment When sending product back please clearly mark the RMA on the outside of the shipping box Please include a letter that indicates your RMA Name Return Address reason for service return Contact information such as valid telephone numbers and or e mail address and proof of purchases that will help us to establish the valid start date of the warranty Product merchandise returns that do not have an RMA listed may be refused or a significant delay in processing may occur E
27. he user to position the Odin The flipped down position allows the user to position the Odin directly in front of the eyes The helmet mount also allows the user to rotate the Odin to a flipped up position when the Odin is not needed for immediate use Both 3 13 the flipped down and the flipped up positions have a positive stop which assures the user that the Odin is in the correct position NOTE The headmount helmet mount adapter allows the Odin to be rotated from the left to the right eye or vice versa The Odin can be moved to the flipped up position with the headmount helmet mount adapter positioned to either the left or the right 1 Ensure that the battery is installed per paragraph 2 1 1 2 Install the helmet mount per instructions in paragraph 2 1 6 3 Place the monocular in the socket of the helmet mount Set your eye relief by depressing the side buttons or press down on side lever on metal mount see Figure 3 4 and carefully move the monocular fore or aft until the eyecup comfortably seals around the eye Readjust the helmet straps as required for vertical adjustment PLASTIC MOUNT METAL MOUNT TILT ADJUSTMENT TILT ADJUSTMENT LOCK KNOB LEVER SIDE LEVER lt lt BUTTONS 2 EA FORE AND AFT SOCKET FORE AND AFT SOCKET ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT FIGURE 3 13 TILT AND FLIP UP ASSEMBLY MECHANISMS 4 Turn power switch to ON Adjust the tilt by using the tilt ad justment lock knob or tilt adjustment
28. in the operation switch is in the OFF position before installing batteries 2 2 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 4 Replace battery cap by pushing and turning it clockwise Tighten it firmly to ensure a watertight seal EYECUP DEMIST SHIELD BATTERY FIGURE 2 1 BATTERY AND EYECUP INSTALLATION 2 1 2 INSTALLATION OF EYECUP Perform the following procedure to install eyecup or eyeguard onto the monocular Refer to Figure 2 1 1 Carefully press the eyecup or eyeguard over the end of the eye piece lens 2 Rotate the eyecup or eyeguard into proper viewing position Ad just for best fit The eyecup must seal around your eye and prevent the green glow from escaping 2 1 3 INSTALLATION OF DEMIST SHIELD Perform the following procedures to install the demist shield on the eyepiece lens Refer to Figure 2 1 2 3 CAUTION If the demist shield needs to be cleaned refer to paragraph 4 3 1 for cleaning If the demist shield is wiped while wet or with wet lens paper you will damage the coating NOTE If inclement operating conditions are expected to exist e g significant temperature cha
29. lever on metal mount Figure 3 4 until you obtain a comfortable viewing angle NOTE The sharpest image will be observed only when the objective lens and eyepiece lens are properly focused 5 Rotate the diopter adjustment for the clearest view of the image intensifier screen 3 14 NOTE Any readjustment of eye relief requires readjustment of the diopter 6 Adjust the eye relief distance by depressing the side buttons Figure 3 4 or press down on side lever on metal mount and slid ing monocular fore or aft to obtain a full field of view of the image Reset the diopter adjustment for best image 7 Adjust the objective lens focus Figure 1 2 while observing an object until the sharpest image is obtained 8 To flip up grasp the helmet tilt and flip up assembly and rotate upward and rearward until the latch is firmly engaged WARNING The monocular will not be turned off automatically when flipped up The monocular must be turned off by the power switch 9 To flip down grasp the helmet tilt and flip up assembly and ro tate downward and forward until the latch is firmly engaged 10 Turn the power switch to the ON position to resume viewing 11 Since the image inside a thermal scope is not a circle but a rectangular box when mounting the device in various positions you may find that the box is skewed to your vision To alleviate this situation please use the VPT Variable Pivot Technology module to make sure th
30. monocular power switch to the OFF position b Remove the monocular from the headmount helmet mount or weapon and remove the weapon mount from the monocular WARNING Do not carry batteries in pockets containing metal objects such as coins keys etc Metal objects can cause the batteries 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 NOTE Prior to placing Odin into carrying case ensure Odin and 3 16 case are free of dirt dust and moisture The monocular and helmet mount should not be left on the helmet when the helmet is removed e Refer to Figure 1 1 for proper placement of demist shield battery carrying case strap lens paper manual browpads head mount helmet mount headmount helmet mount adapter and weapon mount f Place the monocular into the shallow pocket of the carrying case g Place the carrying case into the shipping and storage case close and latch Figure 1 3 h Return to storage area 3 2 8 VARIABLE PIVOT TECHNOLOGY To align the image you are viewing You can align the image to a desired angle by rotating the Variable Pivot Technology adjustment VPT Turn unit on page 3 4 sec tion 3 2 1
31. nge and high humidity install demist shield to minimize eyepiece lens fog prior to execution of mission 1 Carefully remove the eyecup 2 Carefully press the demist shield onto the eyepiece Be careful not to smudge the eyepiece lens or demist shield 3 Replace the eyecup see paragraph 2 1 2 2 1 4 INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT OF HEADMOUNT Perform the following procedures for donning the headmount NOTE Do not don the headmount while the monocular is attached 1 Prior to donning the headmount loosen the four ends of the chinstrap approximately two inches from the sliding bar buckles Figure 2 4 2 Snap the front and rear snaps Figure 2 2 in place NOTE If the headmount is too loose remove the attached thin brow pad Figure 2 2 and replace with either the medium or thick browpad stored in the carrying case Refer to paragraph for removal and replacement of the browpads 3 With both hands grasp the neck pad Figure 2 2 and pull the harness over your head and the neck pad down to the back of your neck 4 Holding the chin cup in position on chin adjust both sides of the chinstrap until you feel light pressure against your chin DO NOT TIGHTEN 5 Maintain the position of the chin cup and remove any slack from the chinstrap DO NOT TIGHTEN 2 4 CROSS STRAP CHINSTRAP ADJUSTMENT VERTICAL CHINSTRAP ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT HIDDEN BROWPAD THICK MEDIUM OR THIN PAD ay
32. o not replace battery in a possibly explosive environment such as a gas station or any place where you mustturn off your vehicle engine If you do sparks can cause an explosion WARNING Remove the battery before you store the camera for extended periods 2 weeks or more WARNING Do not carry battery in pockets containing metal objects such as coins keys etc Metal objects can cause the battery to short cir cuit and become very hot In the case of lithium batteries a short circuit could cause them to explode WARNING Observe battery manufacturer s guidelines for safe handling and proper disposal of batteries b 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 Please carefully read 3 2 2 3 as to additional information on Cali bration NUC function EQUIPMENT LIMITATIONS The Odin detector spectral band 7 to 14 um provides a better penetration through smoke smog dust water vapor etc Infrared radiation does not travel through glass and therefore the monocular does not sense objects if they are behind a glass window
33. of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose shall apply to the product All such implied warranties are hereby and express ly disclaimed LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ATN will not be liable for any claims actions suits proceedings costs ex penses damages or liabilities arising out of the use of this product Operation and use of the product are the sole responsibility 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 regarded either expressly or implied as being for the benefit of or creating any obligation toward any third party of legal entity outside ATN and the Customer ATN s obligations under this Agreement ex tend 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 cus tomer s dealer ATN shall not in any event be liable for special indirect inci dental 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 o
34. our normal firing position Adjust the fore aft position of the mon ocular as necessary by loosening the clamping knob and reposi tioning the weapon mount on the weapon s mounting rail 5 To align the image you are viewing Turn unit on page 3 4 sec tion 3 2 1 and while viewing the screen rotate the Variable Pivot Technology adjustment VPT to get image aligned Please note thatthe VPT adjustment does not fully Rotate 360 degrees Icons in OLED display may also be rotated proper alignment Please refer to section 3 2 2 3 Third Menu Set page 3 6 2 10 CHAPTER 3 OPERATION 3 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 3 1 1 GENERAL This section contains instructions for operation of Odin The func tion of controls and indicators is explained CAUTION The Odin scope is a precision electron optical instrument and must be handled carefully at all times 3 1 2 CONTROLS AND INDICATION The Odin scope is designed to adjust for different users and cor rects for most differences The controls for the scope are shown or described in Figure 3 1 and Tables 3 1 EYEPIECE DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT RING FRONT LENS ASSEMBLY VPT ENTER BUTTON UP BUTTON FIGURE 3 1 CONTROLS 3 2 Table 3 1 Controls and Indication CONTROLS ITEMS AND INDICATORS FUNCTIONS ON OFF Switch Locate the rotary switch next to the eye piece of the Odin Simple rotate clock wise to turn on the monocular and allow 4 s for the system start up To turn off
35. 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 Corporation
36. 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 modi fications 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 replace ment 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 manufac turer This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser 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
37. stimated Warranty service time is 10 20 business days End user customer is responsible for postage to ATN for warranty ser vice ATN will cover return postage shipping to continental USA end users customers after warranty repair only if product is covered by aforementioned warranty ATN will return product after warranty service by domestic ground service and or domestic mail Any other requested required or international shipping method the postage shipping fee will be the responsibility of the end user customer 1 4 1 2 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION 1 2 1 EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS CAPABILITIES AND FEATURES The Odin Series is one of the smallest Thermal Imaging Monocu lar Systems today It features extremely small size and low weight because of its advanced construction and characteristics using the latest technologies in high grade polymers to make a Mil Spec system that is identical in size weight and shape to a AN PVS 14 The Odin series is a multi purpose system using the latest in minia ture thermal sensor technology combined with an advanced OLED Display to provide a superior stable image in a compact and rugged package The system also includes an array of features that help the userto enhance the sight to meet all of their requirements The Odin system is designed for hand held head mounted and weapon mounted operations It uses most of the same accessories as the AN PVS 14 Night Vision Monocular System The Odin is one of
38. the most capable thermal monocular systems on the market The Odin W Series has the ability to be rail mounted to a light cali ber weapon such as a M16 or 4 using the accessory weapon rail interface adapter As with the standard Odin series has the With the ability to use most accessories for the AN PVS 14 with the added benefit to be weapon mounted as well The Odin W is user friendly and easy to learn to use The system design has been proven effective and reli able as well as functional The Odin W is a perfect complement to any user of night vision monocular systems 1 5 1 2 2 LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS Included and optional items are shown in Figure 1 1 The major components are the headmount helmet mount monocular carry ing case and the shipping and storage case WEAPON MOUNT HEADMOUNT OPTIONAL HEAD HELMET MOUNT ADAPTER THIN BROWPAD HELMET MOUN OPTIONAL MEDIUM AND THICK 2__ Rs PROWPADS NECK CORD OPERATOR S MANUAL lt gt gt LENS 2 CLEANING DEMIST CLOTH SHIELD OBJECTIVE e LENS CAP EYEGUARD CARRYING CASE STRAP FIGURE 1 1 COMPONENTS OF ODIN 1 6 a Monocular 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 BATTERY CAP FIGURE 1 2 MULTI PURPOSE THERMAL SYSTEM The monocular also uses the accessories list
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