EOTech Mini Red Dot Sight User Manual

MRD-TM-ITI

OPERATOR MANU AL

FOR THE

Miniature Red Dot Sight

(MRDS)

Rev. 3 2 March 2011

1. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

2. WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES

Safety headings used in this manual and their respective definitions are as follows:

SAFETY SUMMARY

WARNING..

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.

CAUTION..

NOTE

3. SAFETY PRECAUT IONS

The following general safety precautions supplement the specific WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTEs that appear elsewhere in this manual.

3.1 Weapons Safety . The Miniature Red Dot Sight (MRDS) is designed to be used with destructive weapon systems. Improper operation or misuse of the MRDS 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.

Use of acetone or gun cleaning agents containing perchloroethylene or methylene chloride may permanently damage the MRDS.

3.2 Batteries . The MRDS is powered by one lithium CR1632 battery. The following safety precautions apply when handling lithium batteries:

• Do not short circuit, puncture, incinerate, or disassemble.

• Do not attempt to recharge.

• Prior to use, inspect the battery for cracks, dents, leakage, or bulging. Never install

a defective battery in the MRDS.

CAUTION..

SAFETY SUMMARY ............................................................................................................. I

TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................................................................... III

LIST OF FIGURES .............................................................................................................. IV

LIST OF TABLES ................................................................................................................ IV

CHAPTER 1 ............................................................................................................................ 1-1

INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................... 1-1

SECTION I .............................................................................................................................. 1-1

GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 1-1

SECTION II ............................................................................................................................. 1-4

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................... 1-4

CHAPTER 2 ............................................................................................................................ 2-1

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................... 2-1

SECTION I .............................................................................................................................. 2-1

PREPARATION FOR USE AND INSTALLATION ......................................................... 2-1

SECTION II ........................................................................................................................... 2-11

OPERATING PROCEDURES ........................................................................................ 2-11

CHAPTER 3 ............................................................................................................................ 3-1

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ................................................................................... 3-1

SECTION I .............................................................................................................................. 3-1

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................. 3-1

SECTION II ............................................................................................................................. 3-3

SERVICE / PACKING AND UNPACKING ..................................................................... 3-3

APPENDIX A ......................................................................................................................... A-1

REPAIR PARTS / ACCESSORIES ................................................................................... A-1

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1-1 MRDS Mounted to ACOG® .................................................................................. 1-1

Figure 1-2 MRDS Major Components .................................................................................... 1-6

Figure 2-1 Battery Installation ................................................................................................ 2-2

Figure 2-2 Mounting Procedures ............................................................................................ 2-3

Figure 2-3 Boresight Adjusters ............................................................................................... 2-4

Figure 2-4 Strike Point Calculation ......................................................................................... 2-6

Figure 2-5 Designated Strike Zone ........................................................................................ 2-8

Figure 2-6 MRDS Features and Controls ............................................................................. 2-11

Figure 3-1 Red Dot Aperture .................................................................................................. 3-2

Table 1-1 Technical Specifications ........................................................................................ 1-5

Table 1-2 List of Major Components ...................................................................................... 1-7

Table 2-1 Red Dot Adjustments ............................................................................................. 2-5

Table 2-2 Modes of Operation ............................................................................................. 2-12

Table A-1 Repair Parts / Accessories ................................................................................... A-1

LIST OF TABLES

CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

SECTION I

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 SCOPE

This manual is intended for use by operators of the Miniature Red Dot Sight (MRDS). 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 MRDS.

Figure 1-1 MRDS Mounted to ACOG®

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1.2 MODEL NUMBER AND EQUIPMENT NAME

This manual applies to the following MRDS models: MRD-002-A1, Miniature Red Dot Sight (MRDS), Black Housing, 3.5 MOA Red Dot

MRD-002-A2, Miniature Red Dot Sight (MRDS), Tan Housing, 3.5 MOA Red Dot MRD-002-A3, Miniature Red Dot Sight (MRDS), Black Housing, 7.0 MOA Red Dot MRD-002-A4, Miniature Red Dot Sight (MRDS), Tan Housing, 7.0 MOA Red Dot

Because this manual applies to several different MRDS models, pictures contained herein may not be representative of the exact model purchased or issued.

1.3 MANUFACTURER

L-3 Insight Technology Incorporated 9 Akira Way Londonderry, NH 03053 USA

1.4 PURPOSE OF EQUIPMENT

The MRDS is a passive, red dot, reflex weapon sight designed for rapid target acquisition at ranges of less than 150 meters.

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ACOG®

Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight

Celsius

Fahrenheit

Meter

Millimeter

MOA

Minutes of Angle

mrad

Milliradians

MRDS

Miniature Red Dot Sight

NSN

National Stock Number

TBD

To Be Determined

Volt

1.5 ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

Abbreviations and acronyms used in this manual are listed as follows:

RMA Return Material Authorization

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