ATN OTS-HD 384 4.5-18x50 Thermal Monocular
The OTS-X series of thermal imaging viewers, from ATN, offer tremendous versatility and technology, built into a device that is both affordable and compact. This is what makes the ATN OTS-X a powerful choice in thermal imaging technology - it is more than just a thermal imager, it is a fully functioning device that even offers a 320 x 240 microbolometer while staying within an incredible price range.
The OTS-X offers an 800 x 600 display which make it easy to see through, however, it also offers color modes as well as a black and white polarity, so that you can easily switch depending on what you prefer. Above you can see images of both black and white thermal imaging, as well as color modes - this will give you an idea of the different visual combinations that are available.
Additionally, the ATN OTS-X offers digital brightness control, functionality that makes quick adjustment of your thermal imaging device quick and painless. This just adds to the convenience design that is built into this compact model and thanks to its starting resolution of 320 x 240, zooming in doesn’t mean losing all your visual cues.
This model has been specifically designed to be easily packed away in a cargo pocket or carried without strain, it is lightweight and durable so you can treat it like the tool that it is meant to be. You don’t want a clunky piece of night vision technology that weighs you down on the move, which is the ATN OTS-X is built to be the kind of device you can easily bring with you everywhere and carry on your person. The entire device weighs 375 grams, or .83 pounds.
The model you are looking at offers a 70 mm lens, 6x optical zoom, and a 9 hz refresh rate. It has a Vanadium Oxide (VOx) microbolometer and is uncooled.
This model is waterproof and comes with a one year warranty. It offers an Analog RS-170 video output.
As with all our Night Vision and Thermal Imaging devices, Night Vision Guys offers competitive pricing on the best devices. The high quality of these devices guarantees that they will meet your expectations and serve you well. Buying these units from NightVisionGuys.com guarantees quick handling as well as excellent service and price.
Sensor (microbolometer) | 320 x 240 |
Type | Uncooled |
Material | Vanadium oxide (VOx) |
Image Size (output resolution) | 800x600 |
Frame rate | 9 Hz |
Video output | Analog RS-170 |
Lens | 70 mm |
Display | Color OLED matrix, SVGA< 800x600 |
Thermal Sensitivity | <50mK |
Spectral Response | 7-14 μm |
Field of View | 4,5° |
Eye Relief | 27 mm |
Diopter Adjustment | -1.5 |
Optical Magnification | 6X |
E-Zoom | 12X, 24X |
Human Detection | 1800 m |
Human Recognition | 700 m |
Human Identification | 460 m |
Vehicle Detection | 3800 m |
Vehicle Recognition | 1400 m |
Vehicle Identification | 1000 m |
Polarity control | White hot / Black hot / Multiple Color Modes |
Start up time | <4 sec |
Waterproof | Yes |
Battery type | 1 x CR123A battery type |
Weight | 1.75 lb /800 gr |
Battery Life | 2+ hrs |
Dimensions | 177 x 76 x 83 mm /7x3x3.3" |
Warranty | 1 year |
- Resolution 320 x 240
- Ergonomic Design
- Standard Imaging (9hz)
- Compact Rugged Construction
- Interchangable Optics
- Variable Geometry Display
- E-Zoom
- Digital Brightness Control
- Icon Based Menu System
- Color Modes
- Black/White Polarity
- VOx Vanadium Oxide Detector
- 800x600 Display
- Video Output
- Made in USA
- 1 Year Warranty
Thermal Imaging
Please note that most thermal devices are built per order. It may take 3-5 days or more for your order to ship. If timely shipping is important to you, please, contact us to verify availability prior to ordering.
Thermal devices can produce various types of images. Some are color others are monochrome. In either case change in shade or color indicates temperature differences.
Here is how thermal imaging devices work...
A special lens focuses the infrared light emitted by all of the objects in view.
The focused light is scanned by a phased array of infrared-detector elements. The detector elements create a very detailed temperature pattern called a thermogram. It only takes about one-thirtieth of a second for the detector array to obtain the temperature information to make the thermogram. This information is obtained from several thousand points in the field of view of the detector array.
The thermogram created by the detector elements is translated into electric impulses.
The impulses are sent to a signal-processing unit, a circuit board with a dedicated chip that translates the information from the elements into data for the display.
The signal-processing unit sends the information to the display, where it appears as various colors depending on the intensity of the infrared emission. The combination of all the impulses from all of the elements creates the image.
There are a few key Manufacturers when it comes to thermal imaging.
ATN: produce such well knows devies as ThOR-HD thermal scope, BINOX-THD thermal binoculars, and OTS-HD thermal monocular.
FLIR/Armasight: the largest maker of consumer level thermal products is well knows for their full product line. Zeus thermal scopes, Q14 and Scout monoculars, Helios and Scout binoculars and many more.
Pulsar: a very popular brand for digital night vision and thermal imaging. Key products include Pulsar Trail and Apex thermal scopes and Pulsar Helion and Quantum thermal monoculars.
Seek: mobile device mounted thermal cameras are the main products of this brand.
Delivery Time and Manufacturing Process for ATN OTS-X-S370 6X 9Hz Thermal Imaging Viewer:
Most of our manufacturers do not keep products like ATN OTS-X-S370 6X 9Hz Thermal Imaging Viewer assembled on the shelf. Night Vision tubes are kept separate from the body of the unit. When the order is placed, the manufacturer starts the order processing and assembly process which includes the following:
- Order processing - we collect all the necessary information including address and phone numbers. We also make sure that our customer ordered the correct product for their needs and that the product can be exported by US law to the country of destination. In some cases a signed export compliance form is required.
- QC - in this step the manufacturer will inspect all individual parts which will be used to assemble the night vision device for any defects.
- Production & Assembly - during production, all the parts are put together. Night Vision tubes in inserted into the body of the unit and all the complex electronics for the device are connected. This process takes place in a special lab called the "clean room" as even a small speckle of dust can cause undesired optical effect.
- QA - one the night vision device is assembled, it goes through a rigorous testing process to make sure it meets all the expected specifications and all parts function as expected. For this most manufacturers have a special "dark room" designed to allow testing of the units without causing incidental damage to the night vision tube by exposure to bright light.
- Packaging - this is a key process as well. In most case your night vision device will be shipped to you directly from the manufacturer but sometimes needs to be sent to us first. In either case items need to be packaged securely to avoid any kind of damage during transportation.
- Shipping - as described above items will most of the time ship from the manufacturer. For most domestic orders (unless shipping to POB or AFB) a premium shipper like FedEx or UPS will be used.
Only by following the above steps can we along with our manufacturers bring you - our customer - night vision products of highest quality, However as you can understand the above process can take several days to complete. For example if your device fails QA, the entire process restarts. Also at QC stage a manufacturer may realize that the tube they have in stock has a defect and a replacement tube needs to be ordered. Due to the complexity of this process, it is prudent to expect 3-4 business days for production and handling of the purchased device. Keep in mind that this process is designed to guarantee your satisfaction with the night vision device of your choice. It occasionally possible to expedite the process for urgent orders but addional fees or other restrictions may apply.