Thales Monie

Monie
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Manufacturer(s)	Thales
Type	Monocular
Tube Format	Proprietary G2G
FoV	51° / 51°
Mount	Proprietary
Objective(s)	Proprietary
Eyepiece(s)	Proprietary
Weight	280 g

The Thales Angénieux Monie is a night vision goggle system developed by Thales Group in collaboration with Angénieux. It is designed for use in low-light environments and supports both monocular and binocular configurations. The system is distinguished by its compact design and compatibility with various 18 mm image intensifier tubes.

Design and Features

The Monie is a modular night vision device intended for military and professional use. It can be operated in a monocular configuration or adapted to a binocular format using optional bracket systems. The monocular configuration weighs approximately 270 grams, including a lithium AA battery, right-eye support bracket, and protective daytime cap. In binocular configuration, with additional brackets, the system weighs approximately 560 grams. The housing measures 81 mm in length, 69 mm in width, and 72 mm in height.

The device includes a manual gain control, a push-button infrared illuminator, and in-view indicators for IR activation and low battery status. It features an automatic high-light shut-off sensor and a magnetic stowage cut-off system to disable the device when flipped up. Power is supplied by a single 1.5 V AA lithium battery or a 3,6V AA lithium battery* with an estimated operating time of approximately 35/60* hours at 20 °C.

Optical Characteristics

The standard optical configuration provides a 51° field of view. Optional attachments allow for a 9° field of view using a 3.8× zoom lens or a 72° field of view with a wide-angle bracket. The eyepiece provides 17 mm of eye relief, a dioptric adjustment range from –6 to +3, and a focus range from 20 cm to infinity. In binocular configuration, the interpupillary distance is fixed at 64 mm.

Image Intensifier Compatibility

The Monie is compatible with 18 mm image intensifier tubes manufactured by Photonis. Supported tubes feature automatic brightness control (ABC) and external gain adjustment circuit (EGAC), with gating functionality available depending on the tube variant. All tubes use a glass input and output window (G2G construction). The following models are known to be compatible:

• Photonis XR5 (model code unspecified): Resolution of ≥72 line pairs per millimeter (lp/mm); available with green or white phosphor screens; estimated resolution of ~1.2 cycles/milliradian under optimal lighting conditions.
• Photonis XD4 (XX2050JM): Green phosphor; resolution of ≥60 lp/mm; estimated ~1.1 cycles/milliradian.
• Photonis SHD3 (XX1866GJ02): Green phosphor

Usage and Characteristics

The Monie is designed for use in helmet-mounted, head-mounted, or handheld applications. It is intended to provide image intensification in low-light conditions while minimizing device size and weight. Its compact structure allows for integration with various mounting systems and optical accessories. The fixed interpupillary distance and symmetrical folding design facilitate universal supported use in both eyes.

Back Panel of Thales Monie

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  Thales Monie 3.8x Magnifier Lens

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  Thales Monie Pelican Case

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  Thales Monie Dual Bridge

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  Thales monie Carrying Bag

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  Thales Monie Eyecups

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  Thales Monie Helmet Claw

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  Thales Monie Objetive Daycaps With Central ND Filter

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  Front Page of The Manaul

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  Back Side of The Manaul

Mounting

The Monie features a proprietary head-mounting system / accessories and is interchangeable for VAS shrouds or Helmets without shrouds with the Helmet-claw.

All mounting systems (Skullcrusher/Helmet-Mounts) offer a magnetic on/off feature when flipped up, the device turns automatically off by the magnetic mechanism.

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  Thales Lucie Skullcrusher Setup

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  Thales Monie In Helmet Set Up