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Transcript of UA 1242 Surveillance Observation Sight Signaal Usfa
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SIGNAAL-Usfa's UA1242 is a multi-purpose biocular 0perating in temperatures ranging from -40 tonight sight Íor passive observation and target identifi- +55oC, the UA 1242 is powered by two standard R14
cation in light conditions approaching total darkness. 1.5V dry cells and has a power consumption ofThe latest techniques in the Íield of electro-optics 120 mW. Apaft Írom changing the batteries and
have been employed in the development and manu- cleaning the lenses, the UA 1242 requires no mainte-Íacture oÍ the 2nd-generation image-intensifier tube nance and is, therefore, always available Íor use
and the computer-designed optics. throughout its long lifetime.
The sight is ruggedly constructed and completely For static operation the UA 1242 can be mounted on
sealed to withstand all types oÍ battle conditions, a support with the aid oÍ an optional bracket. Thisincluding severe vibration and shock, in accordance system can be equipped with an optional CCD
with current military requirements. ln addition, the camera to enable remote monitoring or recording Íorsight has been designed for operation in all climatic training and exercise purposes.
conditions, Írom polar to tropical environments, and
to withstand extremes oÍ humidity and temperature.
Providing x5 magniÍication and an adjustable focusrange oÍ 25 m to infinity, the UA1242 automaticallyadjusts the image to the darkness oÍ the scene so thatthe night vision capability (without the sight) is notimpaired. Bright source protection has also been
incorporated in the image intensifier to automaticallysuppress the efÍects of bright light sources andflashes.
The sight has a 7.5o field oÍ view and is equipped witha rubber protective hood for the objective lens and
rubber eyeshields for both eyepieces which are
adjustable from -5 to +3 diopters.Weighing only 1.9 kg (excluding batteries), this light-weight and compact viewer, with its well-balanced
m echan ical desi gn, ensu res comfoftabl e operation,
even from moving or vibrating craft.
0ur Gompany ProÍile:SIGNAAL-Usfa has more than 40 years expe-
rience in the development and manuÍacture oÍ
electronrc and electro-optical equipment. Aspart oÍ the Thomson-CSF Group, we have directaccess to high-level expertise and advanced
technology covering the wide Íield of electronics,
particularly for military applications. We hold an
AQAP-I/lS0 9001 CertiÍicate, which is generally
recognised as one oÍ today's most stringentindustrial quality-assurance standards.
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Nominal dimensions in mm.
Technical Data
MagniÍicationField of viewResolution
Focus range
0bjectiveEyepiece adjustmentlnterocular adjustmentAutomatic BrightnessControl
Power consumption0perating voltageBattery SupplyWeight excludingbatteries
x57.5"1 mrad at 1 mlux. (starlight)
0.5 mrad at 100 mlux.(moonlight)
25 metres to inÍinityÍ/1.6, catadioptric
-5 to +3 diopters58 mm to 72 mm
Stabil ises image bri ghtness
spots on image120 mW maximum3V d.c. nominal
> 40 hours. 2 x C type (R14)
1.9 kg
Bright Source Protection Limits excessive bright
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