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SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. American Technologies Network Corp. (ATN) announced today that the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) has completed its review and testing of the ATN 6015-WPT Night Vision Monocular and has received an overall score of 4.9 out of a possible 5 in their Member Tested and Recommended Program ratings.
The ATN 6015-WPT monocular is based on ATNs PVS-14 system used by the U.S. Military. The ATN 6015-WPT can be hand-held, head/helmet-mounted for hands free usage can be adapted to be used with cameras or camcorders.
The officers performing the tests rated the performance, design, ease-of-use, quality, versatility, and convenience with high scores of 4.9 or above.
Total Darkness Tech
Standard
Magnification
1X
Lens System
F1:1.2, F26 mm
FOV
40°
Camera Adaptable
Yes
Waterproof
1 M for 30 min.
Photo Cathode Type
Multi-Alkali
B&W image output resolution
60-74 lp/mm - 68 Typical
Signal-to-Noise Ration
18-26 - 22 Typical
Tube Life
10,000 hours
Diopter Adjustment
+2/-6
Range of Focus
0.25M to infinity
Controls
Digital
Operation Temp
-40 to 50° C
Storage Temp
-50 to 70° C
Power Supply
1 AA battery
Battery Life
50 hours
Dimensions
114x56x50 mm
Weight
0.68 kg / 1.5 lbs.l
MSRP
$4,695
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