ATPIAL
Table of contents
Loading...
ATP-TM-SP
OPERATOR MANUAL
FOR THE
ADVANCED TARGET POINTER ILLUMINATOR
AIMING LIGHT (ATPIAL)
Rev. 3 26 February 2013
SAFETY SUMMARY
GENERAL
This manual contains operating instructions and
maintenance procedures which may cause injury or death to
personnel, or damage to equipment if not properly followed.
Prior to performing any task, the WARNINGs, CAUTIONs
and NOTEs included in that task shall be reviewed and
understood.
DEFINITIONS
Highlights an essential operating or maintenance
procedure, practice, condition or statement, which,
if not strictly observed, could result in injury to, or
death of, personnel or long term health hazards.
Highlights an essential operating or maintenance
procedure, practice, condition or statement, which,
if not strictly observed, could result in damage to,
or destruction of, equipment or loss of mission
effectiveness.
Highlights an essential operating or maintenance
procedure, condition or statement.
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
i
SAF ETY PRECAUTIONS
Visible
Infrared
AL
AL
DL
AH
IH
DH
Class1
3R
3R
3B
3B
3B
3B
NOHD2
91m
14m
27m
203m
52m
209m
OD (unaided )4
0.7
0.1
0.7
1.6
1.8
1.8
NOHDe3
613m 0 204m
1.2km
80m
1.5km
OD (aided)4
0.7 0 0.6
1.5
1.7
1.8
NSHD
0 0 0 0 0
0
OD (skin)
0 0 0 0 0
0
The following general safety precautions supplement the
specific WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTEs that appear
elsewhere in this manual.
WARNING
The Advanced Target Pointer Illuminator Aiming
Light (ATPIAL) emits both visible and invisible
laser radiation. Nominal Skin Hazard Distances
(NSHD) and Nominal Ocular Hazard Distances
(NOHD) for safe operation are listed in Table i-1.
Exposure to the ATPIAL’s laser beams within
these distances can cause irreversible damage to
the human eye.
Table i-1. Laser Safety Parameters.
1
Laser Safety Classification per IEC 60825-1, 2007
2
Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance without magnifying optics (in meters)
3
Extended Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance with standard 7x50
magnifying optics (in meters)
4
Optical Density (OD) expressed to the nearest tenth
ii
WARNING
• Do not stare into the laser beams.
• Do not look into the laser beams through
binoculars or telescopes.
• Do not point the laser beams at mirror-like
surfaces.
• Do not shine the laser beams into other
individuals’ eyes.
WARNING
Laser eye protection should be provided to
maintenance personnel, laser operators, and all
personnel at risk from laser radiation. Provided
protection should be appropriate for the Optical
Densities (OD) specified in Table i-1.
WARNING
Laser modes designated as Safety Class 3R (low
power) may be used for force-on-force training
only if opposing forces are beyond the NOHD
values shown in Table i-1.
WARNING
Laser modes designated as Safety Class 3B (high
power) shall NOT be used for force-on-force
training.
WARNING
The safety screw shall be installed in the lockout
position when the ATPIAL is in storage, being
returned to the armory, or distributed to field
personnel.
iii
WARNING
IR lasers are detectable by an enemy using night
vision devices. Detection is easier in smoky,
foggy, or rainy conditions. To reduce the risk of
detection by an enemy using night vision devices,
avoid prolonged activation of the IR lasers.
WARNING
Remove the ATPIAL from the weapon before
inspecting, cleaning, or performing other
maintenance functions.
WARNING
The ATPIAL is designed to be used with
destructive weapon systems. Improper operation
or misuse of the ATPIAL with these weapon
systems could lead to personal injury or death of
either the operator or other persons within
weapons range. Safe firearms handling
procedures must be practiced at all times.
WARNING
Ensure the Mode Selector is turned to the O (OFF)
position before attempting to install, remove, or
replace batteries.
WARNING
To prevent inadvertent activation of the laser(s),
the Mode Selector should be in the O (OFF)
position when not in use.
iv
WARNING
• Do not short circuit, puncture, disassemble,
crush, or incinerate battery.
• Do not attempt to recharge battery.
• Prior to use, inspect battery for cracks, dents,
leakage, or bulging. Never install a defective
battery in the ATPIAL.
WARNING
Lithium batteries can explode or cause burns if
disassembled, shorted, recharged, or exposed to
water, fire, or high temperatures (above 100°C or
212°F). Do not place loose batteries in a pocket
or other container containing metal objects. Do
not store batteries with hazardous or combustible
materials. Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area.
WARNING
Use of incorrect batteries poses a risk of fire or
explosion. Be aware that batteries do exist with
similar physical characteristics to the DL123A
battery, but with a different voltage and/or polarity
path. Ensure that only 3V lithium batteries with a
raised positive (+) terminal are installed in the
ATPIAL.
WARNING
Use of off-brand batteries poses a risk of fire or
explosion. Ensure that only 3V lithium batteries
produced by a well-known battery manufacturer
are installed in the ATPIAL. These batteries are
specifically designed for use in high performance,
high-drain devices, and contain built-in fault and
heat protection features.
v
WARNING
Failure to properly secure the ATPIAL to the rail
may lead to boresight repeatability and zeroing
issues. In extreme cases, the ATPIAL could fall
off the rail, thereby exposing the operator or other
personnel to the ATPIAL laser(s).
WARNING
Prior to conducting routine or periodic
maintenance on the ATPIAL, ensure the Mode
Selector is turned to the O (OFF) position.
WARNING
Isopropyl alcohol is flammable and toxic. To avoid
injury, keep away from open fire and use in a well
ventilated area.
CAUTION
Use of acetone or gun cleaning agents containing
perchloroethylene or methylene chloride may
permanently damage the ATPIAL system.
vi
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY SUMMARY ....................................................................... i
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................... vii
LIST OF FIGURES ........................................................................ ix
LIST OF TABLES ........................................................................... x
CHAPTER 1 ...................................................................................... 1-1
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................... 1-1
SECTION I ................................................................................... 1-1
GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................................... 1-1
1.1 SCOPE ............................................................................. 1-1
1.2 MODEL NUMBER AND EQUIPMENT NAME ................. 1-2
1.3 MANUFACTURER ........................................................... 1-2
1.4 PURPOSE OF EQUIPMENT ........................................... 1-2
1.5 ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS .............................. 1-2
SECTION II .................................................................................. 1-4
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION ...................................................... 1-4
1.6 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ................................................. 1-4
1.7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 1-5
1.8 MAJOR COMPONENTS .................................................. 1-6
1.9 FEATURES AND CONTROLS......................................... 1-8
CHAPTER 2 ...................................................................................... 2-1
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ................................................... 2-1
SECTION I ................................................................................... 2-1
PREPARATION FOR USE AND INSTALLATION ....................... 2-1
2.1 PREPARATION FOR USE ............................................... 2-1
2.2 BATTERY HANDLING ..................................................... 2-2
2.3 MOUNTING PROCEDURES ........................................... 2-3
2.4 BORESIGHT ADJUSTERS .............................................. 2-5
2.5 BORESIGHTING PROCEDURES ................................. 2-12
2.6 ZEROING PROCEDURES ............................................. 2-14
SECTION II ................................................................................ 2-16
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. 2-16
2.7 MODES OF OPERATION .............................................. 2-16
2.8 MODE SELECTION ....................................................... 2-17
2.9 MODE ACTIVATION ...................................................... 2-19
2.10 USING THE AIM LASERS ........................................... 2-22
2.11 USING THE IR ILLUMINATOR .................................... 2-24
2.12 LED STATUS INDICATOR .......................................... 2-27
vii
TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued)
CHAPTER 3 ...................................................................................... 3-1
MAINTENANCE ........................................................................... 3-1
SECTION I ................................................................................... 3-1
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ............................. 3-1
3.1 TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................... 3-1
3.2 INSPECTION / CLEANING .............................................. 3-3
3.3 CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE ...................................... 3-4
SECTION II ................................................................................ 3-10
SERVICE / PACKING AND UNPACKING ................................. 3-10
3.4 RETURN INSTRUCTIONS ............................................ 3-10
3.5 WARRANTY INFORMATION......................................... 3-11
3.6 NON-WARRANTY INFORMATION ............................... 3-11
APPENDIX A.................................................................................... A-1
END ITEM COMPONENTS AND REPAIR PARTS ................... A-1
A.1 SCOPE ............................................................................ A-1
A.2 END ITEM COMPONENTS ............................................ A-2
A.3 REPAIR PARTS .............................................................. A-3
APPENDIX B.................................................................................... B-1
ACCESSORIES .......................................................................... B-1
B.1 SCOPE ............................................................................ B-1
viii
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1-1. ATPIAL Mounted to M4/M4A1 (Top Mount). ................ 1-1
Figure 1-2. Major Components.
Figure 1-3. Features and Controls (Front View).
Figure 1-4. Features and Controls (Rear View).
Figure 2-1. Battery Installation.
Figure 2-2. Rail Grabber Bracket.
Figure 2-3. Boresight Adjusters.
Figure 2-4. Aim Laser Adjusters (Top Mounted).
Figure 2-5. Aim Laser Adjusters (Left Side Mounted).
Figure 2-6. Aim Laser Adjusters (Right Side Mounted).
Figure 2-7. Illuminator Adjusters (Top Mounted).
Figure 2-8. Illuminator Adjusters (Left Side Mounted).
Figure 2-9. Illuminator Adjusters (Right Side Mounted).
Figure 2-10. Mode Selector.
Figure 2-11. Safety Screw Shown Lockout Position.
Figure 2-12. Installation of the Remote Cable Switch.
Figure 2-13. Mounting the DBR.
Figure 2-14. DBR Activation Buttons.
Figure 2-15. Lens Caps Uninstalled.
Figure 2-16. Lens Caps Installed.
Figure 2-17. Pattern Generator Shapes.
Figure 2-18. IR Illuminator Focus Ring.
Figure 2-19. LED Status Indicator.
Figure 3-1. Battery Cap O-Ring.
Figure 3-2. Battery Cap / Battery Cap Lanyard.
Figure 3-3. Replacing IR Illuminator Diffuser Lens Cap.
Figure 3-4. Lens Cap Attachment Points.
Figure 3-5. Positioning the Lens Cap.
Figure A-1. End Item Components ................................................. A-2
Figure A-2. ATPIAL Assembly ........................................................ A-3
....................................................... 1-6
............................. 1-8
............................. 1-8
........................................................ 2-2
.................................................... 2-3
...................................................... 2-5
............................ 2-6
.................... 2-7
.................. 2-8
............................ 2-9
.................. 2-10
............... 2-11
.......................................................... 2-17
.................... 2-18
.................. 2-20
.................................................... 2-21
............................................ 2-22
............................................. 2-23
.................................................. 2-23
....................................... 2-24
......................................... 2-25
................................................ 2-27
...................................................... 3-5
.............................. 3-6
................. 3-7
........................................ 3-8
............................................. 3-9
ix
LIST OF TABLES
Table i-1. Laser Safety Parameters .................................................... ii
Table 1-1. Technical Specifications. ................................................ 1-5
Table 1-2. List of Major Components.
Table 1-3. List of Features and Controls.
Table 2-1. Shot Group Movement for Aim Lasers ........................... 2-6
Table 2-2. Shot Group Movement for Aim Lasers
Table 2-3. Shot Group Movement for Aim Lasers
Table 2-4. Beam Movement for the IR Illuminator
Table 2-5. Beam Movement for the IR Illuminator
Table 2-6. Beam Movement for the IR Illuminator
Table 2-7. Weapon Offsets.
Table 2-8. Modes of Operation.
Table 2-9. IR Illuminator Pulse Rates.
Table 2-10. LED Status Indicator.
Table A-1. List of End Item Components. ....................................... A-2
Table A-2. List of Repair Parts.
Table B-1. List of Accessories. ....................................................... B-1
............................................. 1-6
........................................ 1-9
........................... 2-7
........................... 2-8
........................... 2-9
......................... 2-10
......................... 2-11
........................................................... 2-13
..................................................... 2-16
........................................... 2-26
................................................. 2-27
....................................................... A-3
x
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
SECTION I
GENERAL INFORMATION
Figure 1-1. ATPI AL Mounted to M4/M4A1 (Top Mount).
1.1 SCOPE
This manual is intended for use by operators of the
Advanced Target Pointer Illuminator Aiming Light (ATPIAL).
It provides a system description, operational procedures, and
maintenance responsibilities. Complete familiarization with
this manual prior to using the equipment, will ensure safe
operation and maximum effectiveness of the ATPIAL.
1-1
1.2 MODEL NUMBER AND EQUIPMENT NAME
AH
(IR) Aim High (Mode Selector position)
AL
(IR) Aim Low (Mode Selector position)
Light
C
Celsius
CCW
Counterclockwise
CW
Clockwise
DH
Dual High (IR) (Mode Selector position)
This manual applies to the following ATPIAL models:
a. ATP-000-A18, ATPIAL, Tan
b. ATP-000-A22, ATPIAL, Black
1.3 MANUFACTURER
L-3 Communications Corporation
Warrior Systems Division
Insight Operations
9 Akira Way
Londonderry, NH 03053 USA
1.4 PURPOSE OF EQUIPMENT
The ATPIAL is a multifunction laser device that emits visible
or infrared (IR) light used for precise weapon aiming and
target / area illumination.
1.5 ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS
Abbreviations and acronyms used in this manual are as
follows:
ATPIAL Advanced Target Pointer Illuminator Aiming
DBR Dual Button Remote
1-2
1.5 ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS (Continued)
DL
Dual Low (IR) (Mode Selector position)
F
Fahrenheit
IH
(IR) Illuminator High (Mode Selector position)
ITAR
International Traffic in Arms Regulations
km
Kilometer
LBS
Laser Borelight System
m
Meter
MG
Machine Gun
mrad
Milliradians
mW
Milliwatts
MWS
Modular Weapon System
NOHD
Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance
NSHD
Nominal Skin Hazard Distance
NSN
National Stock Number
O
Off (Mode Selector position)
P
Program (Mode Selector position)
RMA
Return Material Authorization
TBD
To Be Determined
V
Volt
VIS
Visible Aim Laser
VIS-AL
(Visible) Aim Low (Mode Selector position)
IR Infrared
LED Light Emitting Diode
nm Nanometer
OD Optical Density
µW Microwatts
1-3
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
SECTION II
1.6 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The ATPIAL is a multifunction laser device that emits visible
or IR light used for precise weapon aiming and target / area
illumination.
The Visible Aim Laser provides for active target acquisition
in low-light and close quarters combat situations without the
need for night vision devices.
The IR Aim and Illumination lasers provide for active, covert
target acquisition in low light or complete darkness when
used in conjunction with night vision devices.
The ATPIAL can be used as either a handheld illuminator /
pointer or can be mounted to weapons equipped with a
MIL-STD-1913 rail.
The ATPIAL is a ruggedized system designed for operation
in battlefield environments.
1-4
1.7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS
Weight (with battery)
7.5 ounces
Length
4.6 inches
Width
2.8 inches
Height
1.6 inches
POWER / PERFORMANCE
Batteries
One 3V DL123A
* Battery Life
>6 Hours in DH (DUAL HIGH)
Waterproof
6m for one hour
LASERS
Visible Aim Laser
Beam Divergence
0.5 mrad (+ 0.3 / -0.35 mrad)
IR Aim Laser
Output Power HIGH
25 mW (+ 10%)
Beam Divergence
0.5 mrad (± 0.3 mrad)
Wavelength
820 – 850 nm
Range
>600m (LOW), >2000m (HIGH)
IR Illuminator
Output Power LOW
< 3.5 mW
Output Power HIGH
30 mW (+ 50 / -20%)
than 105 mrad
Wavelength
820 – 850 nm
Range
>2000m
Table 1-1. Technical Specifications.
Output Power
Wavelength 605 – 665 nm
Range >25m
Output Power LOW
Beam Divergence No less than 1 mrad to greater
4.0 mW (± 1.0 mW )
600 µW (± 100 µW)
* Performance will var y depending on actual environmental and
atmospheric conditions.
1-5
1.8 MAJOR COMPONENTS
Component
1
Soft Carrying
Case
Protects the ATPIAL and accessories
while in a field environment.
2
ATPIAL.
2
8 6 9 3 4
10
The ATPIAL system includes the components shown in
Figure 1-2. Table 1-2 provides a brief functional description
of each item. The “Key” column in Table 1-2 corresponds to
the label numbers in Figure 1-2.
1
5
Figure 1-2. Major Components.
Key
Table 1-2. List of Major Components.
Major
Function
7
Operator Manual Provides detailed operating and
maintenance procedures specific to the
1-6
1.8 MAJOR COMPONENTS (Continued)
Major
Component
3
Quick Reference
Provides at-a-glance operating
4
ATPIAL Assembly
A handheld or weapon mounted
aiming and target / area illumination.
5
3/32” Hex Head
Wrench
Used to remove / install the ATPIAL
safety screws.
6
Cable Switch to the weapon.
Loop (3)
to the weapon.
9
Battery, DL123A
One 3V lithium battery used to power the
ATPIAL.
10
Pattern
Five pattern generators that, when
over the aiming point of the laser.
Table 1-2. List of Major Components (Continued).
Key
Function
7
8
Guide
Strap, Retaining
(2)
Fastener Tape,
Remote Cable
Switch
Generators
(set of 5)
instructions for the ATPIAL.
multifunction laser device that emits
visible or IR light for precise weapon
May be used alone or in conjunction with
hook and loop fastener tape as an
alternate means of attaching the Remote
Used to secure the Remote Cable Switch
Allows for fingertip activation of the
ATPIAL without altering the operator’s
grip on the weapon.
individually installed over the aim lasers,
project a specific holographic design (i.e.,
circle, square, triangle, T-shape, cross)
1-7
1.9 FEATURES AND CONTROLS
4
6 7 8 9 1
2 3 14
13
12
15
5
Figures 1-3 and 1-4 show features and controls for the
ATPIAL. Table 1-3 provides a brief functional description of
each item. The “Key” column in Table 1-3 corresponds to
the label numbers in Figures 1-3 and 1-4.
Figure 1-3. Features and Controls (Front View).
10
Figure 1-4. Features and Controls (Rear View).
1-8
11
Loading...