Eotech Target Pointer Illuminator Aiming Light Manuale Utente

ITP-2A-MANUAL OPERATOR MANUAL FOR THE Target Pointer Illuminator Aiming Light (TPIAL) AN/PEQ-2A (NSN 5855-01-447-8992) Rev. 1

viii Figure 2-21 M4 MWS Using MILES Training Extender Bracket and Insight Rail Grabber Bracket...2-36 Figure 2-22

ix LIST OF TABLES Table i-1 Nominal Ocular Hazard Distances for Safe Operation...ii Table 1-1 Technical Specifications...

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1-1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION SECTION I GENERAL INFORMATION Figure 1-1 AN/PEQ-2A in Use 1.1 SCOPE This manual is for use by operators of the AN/PE

1-2 1.2 MODEL NUMBER AND EQUIPMENT NAME This manual applies to several different TPIAL models. As such, pictures contained herein may not be repre

1-3 mW Milliwatts MWS Modular Weapon System nm Nanometer NOHD Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance NSN National Stock Number OD Optical Density RMA Retu

1-4 SECTION II EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION 1.6 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The AN/PEQ-2A is a multifunction laser device that emits infrared (IR) light for precise

1-5 1.7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Table 1-1 Technical Specifications WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS Weight (with batteries) 9.5 ounces Length 6.4 inches (1

1-6 1.8 LIST OF MAJOR COMPONENTS The AN/PEQ-2A is available with a wide array of accessory items. Figure 1-2 and Table 1-2 depict components and par

1-7 1.9 DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS 1.9.1 AN/PEQ-2A Assembly. The AN/PEQ-2A is a handheld or weapon mounted, battery operated, multifunction

1-8 1.9.10 Bracket Adapter. Provides compatibility between the AN/PEQ-2A and the mounting brackets used on the M2 and M60 weapons. 1.9.11 Insight

1-9 1.10 AN/PEQ-2A FEATURES AND CONTROLS Table 1-3 provides a list of AN/PEQ-2A features and controls that correspond to the labels in Figures 1-3 an

1-10 1.10 AN/PEQ-2A FEATURES AND CONTROLS (cont’d.) Figure 1-3 AN/PEQ-2A Features and Controls Figure 1-4 AN/PEQ-2A Features and Controls (co

1-11 1.10 AN/PEQ-2A FEATURES AND CONTROLS (cont’d.) 1.10.1 Illuminator Diffuser Lens Cap. When installed over the IR Illuminator, spreads the lase

1-12 1.10.8 Aim Laser Adjusters. These adjusters can be rotated to simultaneously bring the IR Aim Laser into azimuth and elevation alignment with t

2-1 CHAPTER 2 OPERATING PROCEDURES SECTION I PREPARATION FOR USE AND INSTALLATION 2.1 PREPARATION FOR USE 2.1.1 Unpacking the Equipment. Before

2-2 2.2 BATTERY HANDLING 2.2.1 Battery Inspection. Before installation, inspect the batteries for any cracks, dents, leakage, or bulging. Never i

2-3 WARNING.. Do not store the AN/PEQ-2A with batteries installed. 2.3 MOUNTING PROCEDURES Several mounting bracket assemblies and adapters are

2-4 Weapon Configuration Bracket / Adapter ParagraphM240B Picatinny Rail Grabber on Feed Tray Cover Rail 2.3.11 M240B Insight Low Profile Rail Grabb

2-5 Figure 2-2 M4/M16A2 Bracket Assembly b. Remove top and bottom handguards from the rifle. c. Align bracket on barrel ensuring that the notch

i SAFETY SUMMARY 1. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains operating instructions and maintenance procedures which may cause injury or dea

2-6 Figure 2-3 M4/M16A2 Bracket Assembly Installation NOTE Ensure there is equal space between the bracket and bracket caps (see Figures 2-2 and

2-7 f. Attach the mounting rail to the bracket posts and secure with rail mounting screws (2). Using a 3mm hex head wrench, completely tighten the

2-8 2.3.2 M4/M4A1 Using M4/M16A2 Bracket Assembly. The AN/PEQ-2A may be mounted to the M4/M4A1 using the M4/M16A2 Bracket Assembly. However, the to

2-9 2.3.3 M4/M16A4 MWS Using Insight Rail Grabber Bracket. The AN/PEQ-2A may be mounted to the top, right, or left rails of the MWS using the Insigh

2-10 c. Mount the AN/PEQ-2A to the Rail Grabber Bracket as shown in Figure 2-6. Turn the thumbscrew clockwise to tighten. Use a screwdriver or simi

2-11 2.3.4 M4/M16A4 MWS Using Picatinny Rail Grabber Bracket. The AN/PEQ-2A may be mounted to the top, right, or left rails of the MWS using the Pic

2-12 c. Position and tighten the Rail Grabber Bracket by turning the clamping knob clockwise. Tighten the clamping knob until two clicks are heard.

2-13 2.3.5 M249 SAW with Feed Tray Cover Rail Using Insight Rail Grabber Bracket. The AN/PEQ-2A mounts on the top of the M249 Squad Automatic Weapon

2-14 c. Mount the AN/PEQ-2A to the Rail Grabber Bracket as shown in Figure 2-8. Turn the thumbscrew clockwise to tighten. Use a screwdriver or simi

2-15 2.3.6 M249 SAW with Feed Tray Cover Rail Using Picatinny Rail Grabber Bracket. The AN/PEQ-2A mounts on the top of the M249 Squad Automatic Weap

ii 3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The following general safety precautions supplement the specific WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTEs that appear elsewhere in this

2-16 c. Position and tighten the Rail Grabber Bracket by turning the clamping knob clockwise. Tighten the clamping knob until two clicks are heard.

2-17 2.3.7 M249 SAW with Forward Rails Using Insight Rail Grabber Bracket. The AN/PEQ-2A may be mounted on the left or right forward rails of the M2

2-18 c. Mount the AN/PEQ-2A to the Rail Grabber Bracket as shown in Figure 2-10. Turn the thumbscrew clockwise to tighten. Use a screwdriver or sim

2-19 2.3.8 M249 SAW with Forward Rails Using Picatinny Rail Grabber. The AN/PEQ-2A may be mounted on the left or right forward rails of the M249 SAW

2-20 c. Position and tighten the Rail Grabber Bracket by turning the clamping knob clockwise. Tighten the clamping knob until two clicks are heard.

2-21 2.3.9 M60 Machine Gun Using M60 Mounting Bracket. The AN/PEQ-2A may be mounted on the M60 Machine Gun using the M60 Mounting Bracket and Bracke

2-22 a screwdriver or similar tool in the slot of the thumbscrew to fully secure the AN/PEQ-2A to the bracket adapter. f. Position the AN/PEQ-2A with

2-23 Figure 2-13 M60 Using M60 Mounting Bracket and Bracket Adapter 2.3.10 M240B/G Machine Gun with Feed Tray Cover Rail Using Insight Rail Grabbe

2-24 NOTE The AN/PEQ-2A may be placed at any position (forward and aft) on the rail that is most convenient for the operator. If, however, the AN/PEQ

2-25 Figure 2-14 M240B/G Feed Tray Cover Rail Using Insight Rail Grabber Bracket 2.3.11 M240B/G Machine Gun with Feed Tray Cover Rail Using Pic

iii The following general safety precautions apply at all times: • Do not stare into the laser beams. • Do not look into the laser beams through

2-26 NOTE The AN/PEQ-2A may be placed at any position (forward and aft) on the rail that is most convenient for the operator. If, however, the AN/PEQ

2-27 Figure 2-15 M240B/G Feed Tray Cover Rail Using Picatinny Rail Grabber Bracket 2.3.12 M240B/G Machine Gun with Forward Rails Using Insight R

2-28 NOTE The AN/PEQ-2A may be placed at any position (forward and aft) on the rail that is most convenient for the operator. If, however, the AN/PEQ

2-29 Figure 2-16 M240B/G Forward Rails Using Insight Rail Grabber Bracket 2.3.13 M240B/G Machine Gun with Forward Rails Using Picatinny Rail Grab

2-30 NOTE The AN/PEQ-2A may be placed at any position (forward and aft) on the rail that is most convenient for the operator. If, however, the AN/PEQ

2-31 Figure 2-17 M240B/G Forward Rails Using Picatinny Rail Grabber Bracket 2.3.14 M2 Machine Gun Using AN/TVS-5 Mounting Bracket. The AN/PEQ-2A

2-32 b. Position the AN/TVS-5 Mounting Bracket assembly over the breech of the Machine Gun and slide it to the rear until it stops beyond the rear ed

2-33 2.3.15 MK19 Using AN/TVS-5 Mounting Bracket. The AN/PEQ-2A may be mounted on the MK19 using the AN/TVS-5 Mounting Bracket and Bracket Adapter.

2-34 empty cartridge case over the lever arm to increase the amount of leverage applied. Figure 2-19 MK19 Using AN/TVS-5 Mounting Bracket and Bracke

2-35 NOTE Failure to fully tighten the Training Extender thumbwheel screw and AN/PEQ-2A thumbscrew may cause zero retention problems. a. Mount brac

iv 3.3 Weapons Safety. The AN/PEQ-2A is designed to be used with destructive weapon systems. Improper operation or misuse of the device with these

2-36 Figure 2-21 M4 MWS Using MILES Training Extender Bracket and Insight Rail Grabber Bracket

2-37 2.4 BORESIGHTING / ZEROING PROCEDURES The AN/PEQ-2A is equipped with boresight adjusters for independent adjustment of the aiming and illuminati

2-38 Figure 2-23 Aim Laser Adjusters (Top Mounted) Table 2-1 Shot Group Movement for Aim Lasers (Top Mounted) Adjuster Rotation Shot Group Move

2-39 Figure 2-24 Aim Laser Adjusters (Left Side Mounted) Table 2-2 Shot Group Movement for Aim Lasers (Left Side Mounted) Adjuster Rotation Sh

2-40 Figure 2-25 Aim Laser Adjusters (Right Side Mounted) Table 2-3 Shot Group Movement for Aim Lasers (Right Side Mounted) Adjuster Rotation

2-41 Figure 2-26 Illuminator Adjusters (Top Mounted) Table 2-4 Beam Movement for the IR Illuminator (Top Mounted) Adjuster Rotation Beam Movem

2-42 Figure 2-27 Illuminator Adjusters (Left Side Mounted) Table 2-5 Beam Movement for the IR Illuminator (Left Side Mounted) Adjuster Rotati

2-43 Figure 2-28 Illuminator Adjusters (Right Side Mounted) Table 2-6 Beam Movement for the IR Illuminator (Right Side Mounted) Adjuster Rotat

2-44 2.4.3 Boresighting Procedures. The AN/PEQ-2A incorporates a unique zero preset feature which enables the aim and illumination beams to be nearl

2-45 Table 2-7 Mounting Configurations and Weapon Offsets Weapon Mount Range Zeroed To 10m Boresight Target Offset Squares 25m M16A2/A4 Target Zero

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2-46 Weapon Mount Range Zeroed To 10m Boresight Target Offset Squares 25m M16A2/A4 Target Zero Offset Squares M249 Feed Tray Cover Rail Insight Rail

2-47 2.4.4 Zeroing on a 25-Meter Range. This procedure is used to zero the AN/PEQ-2A to the weapons and distances listed in Table 2-7. Refer to Tab

2-48 k. Once the aiming beams are zeroed, rotate the Mode Selector to Position 2 (DUAL LO), Position 4 (DUAL LO/HI), or Position 5 (DUAL HI/HI) to ob

2-49 SECTION II OPERATING PROCEDURES 2.5 MODES OF OPERATION Table 2-8 describes the modes of operation for the AN/PEQ-2A. Table 2-8 Mode Selecto

2-50 WARNING.. The Class 3B lasers (high power) described in Table 2-8 shall NOT be used in force-on-force training. 2.5.1 Mode Selection. Mode

2-51 2.5.1.1 The Safety Block installed in the Training Position (blue side up) prevents the Mode Selector from being turned to the high power laser

2-52 2.5.2.2 Continuous Operation. Pressing the Fire Button twice in rapid succession (double-tap) will turn the AN/PEQ-2A laser(s) on. The laser(s

2-53 2.5.3 Remote Cable Switch. When installed, the Remote Cable Switch may be used to provide the same functionality as the Fire Button and is oper

2-54 2.6 USING THE AN/PEQ-2A LASERS 2.6.1 IR Aim Laser. Modes of operation for the IR Aim Laser are selected and activated as described in paragra

2-55 Figure 2-34 Lens Caps Uninstalled Figure 2-35 Lens Caps Installed Illuminator Diffuser Lens CapNeutral Density Lens Cap or Pattern Gene

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2-56 2.6.2 IR Illuminator. IR Illuminator modes of operation are selected and activated as described in paragraphs 2.5.1 and 2.5.2 respectively. 2.

2-57 2.7 LED STATUS INDICATOR A Light Emitting Diode (LED) is incorporated into the body of the AN/PEQ-2A (adjacent to the Safety Block) that provide

3-1 CHAPTER 3 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING SECTION I MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 3.1 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The operator should inspect the AN/PEQ

3-2 3.1.4 Laser Ports. The laser ports should be inspected for foreign material. Remove any large particles or loose dirt using air or a soft cloth

3-3 Figure 3-1 Safety Block in the Training Position Figure 3-2 Safety Block in the Tactical Position Safety Block Mounting Screw Safety Block

3-4 3.2 TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES The procedures below will help the operator correct some of the basic problems that may arise with the AN/PEQ-2A.

3-5 (3) Separate lanyard from Battery Cap. (4) Pull large end of replacement lanyard over battery Cap threads. Position in groove between O-ring an

3-6 SECTION II SERVICE / PACKING AND UNPACKING 3.4 SERVICE / REPAIR 3.4.1 Manufacturer Service / Repair. For manufacturer service, repair, or rep

3-7 3.4.1.3 When returning the AN/PEQ-2A for service / repair, the following procedures should be followed to prevent any additional damage: a. Be

vii LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1-1 AN/PEQ-2A in Use...1-1 Figure 1-2 AN/PEQ-2A Major Components...

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A-1 APPENDIX A END ITEM COMPONENTS AND REPAIR PARTS A.1 Scope This Appendix lists end item components and repair parts available for the AN/PEQ-2A.

A-2 Table A-1 End Item Components ITEM NSN PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 1 N/A ITP-501 ITPIAL Assembly 2 N/A ITP-2A-MANUAL Operator Manual 3 8105-0

A-3 Figure A-2 Repair Parts Table A--2 Repair Parts ITEM NSN PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 15 5305-01-456-8845 ITP-076 Thumbscrew 16 5310-01-515-258

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B-1 APPENDIX B ADDITIONAL AUTHORIZATION LIST B.1 Scope This Appendix lists additional items authorized for support of the AN/PEQ-2A. Table B-1 A

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The AN/PEQ-2A is designed and produced by: Insight Technology, Incorporated 9 Akira Way Londonderry, NH 03053 USA www.insighttechnology.com