Attachment 2 - PSPEC.pdf

PS-SAL-001

SPECIFICATION PS-SAL-001:

PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION

FOR THE

SQUAD AIMING LASER

PRODUCT MANAGER, INFANTRY WEAPONS

PROGRAM MANAGER, GROUND WEAPON SYSTEMS

MARINE CORPS SYSTEMS COMMAND

Version 1.0

15 May 2024

Distribution Statement A: Approved for public release. Distribution is unlimited.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 SCOPE 1

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS 1

2.1 GENERAL. 1

2.2 GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS. 1

2.3 NON-GOVERNMENT PUBLICATIONS. 2

2.4 ORDER OF PRECEDENCE. 2

3.0 REQUIREMENTS 2

3.1 OPERATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS. 2

3.2 USER INTERFACE. 7

3.3 PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS. 10

3.4 ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN. 14

3.5 LOGISTICS. 16

4.0 VERIFICATION 17

4.1 INSPECTION CONDITIONS. 17

4.2 VERIFICATION METHODS. 17

4.3 PRODUCT VERIFICATION TESTING. 18

4.4 ACCEPTANCE TESTING. 20

4.5 VERIFICATION METHODS. 22

5.0 PACKAGING 37

6.0 NOTES 37

6.1 TECHNICAL MANUALS. 37

6.2 DEFINITIONS. 37

PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION

FOR THE

SQUAD AIMING LASER

1.0 SCOPE

This performance specification establishes the primary performance parameters and characteristics for the Squad Aiming Laser (SAL) system. The SAL is a compact, ruggedized, aiming, pointing, and illuminating laser system used in conjunction with US Generation III Night Vision Devices (NVD) on the M4, M4A1, M27, M240B, M110, and (X)M7 weapon systems to allow improved target engagement, situational awareness, and target handoff during periods of darkness.

If the Contractor’s proposed configuration and level of performance exceeds the threshold requirements, then the improved performance and configuration shall be utilized as the functional baseline.

Note: "Shall" statements referenced in this specification correspond to a threshold characteristic.

"Should" statements referenced in this specification correspond to an objective characteristic.

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 General.

The documents listed in this section are specified in sections 3 and 4 of this specification. This section does not include documents cited in other sections of this specification or recommended for additional information or as examples. While every effort has been made to ensure the completeness of this list, document users are cautioned that they must meet all specified requirements of documents cited in sections 3 and 4 of this specification, whether or not they are listed.

2.2 Government Documents.

Specifications, Standards, and Handbooks.

The following specifications, standards, and handbooks form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Copies of these documents are available online via the Acquisition Streamlining and Standardization Information System (ASSIST) and can be accessed at https://assist.dla.mil.

MIL-STD-130N(1) Identification Marking of U.S. Military Property

MIL-STD-461G Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics of Subsystems and Equipment

MIL-STD-810H(1) Test Method Standard for Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Test

MIL-STD-882E Department of Defense Standard Practice System Safety

MIL-STD-1472H Human Engineering

MIL-STD-1913(1) Dimensioning of Accessory Mounting Rail for Small Arms Weapons

Other Government Documents, Drawings, and Publications.

The following other Government documents, drawings, and publications of the exact revision level shown form a part of this document to the extent specified herein.

TOP 03-2-045A Test Operations Procedure for Small Arms – Hand and Shoulder Weapons and Machineguns

2.3 Non-Government Publications.

The following documents of the exact revision listed below form a part of this document to the extent specified herein.

ANSI-Z136.1-2022 American National Standard for Safe Use of Lasers

2.4 Order of Precedence.

Unless otherwise noted herein or in the contract, in the event of a conflict between the text of this document and the references cited, the text of this document takes precedence. Nothing in this document, however, supersedes applicable laws and regulations unless a specific exemption has been obtained.

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Operational Characteristics.

The SAL has three laser sources: a visible alignment laser, an infrared aiming laser, and an infrared illuminator. The visible alignment laser and infrared aiming laser are co-aligned. All performance characteristics of the SAL are maintained throughout the environmental conditions specified in 3.4 unless otherwise specified.

Visible Alignment Laser.

The visible alignment laser is a narrow beam laser primarily used to align the SAL to the host weapon platform. The visible alignment laser can be viewed with the naked eye.

3.1.1.1 Visible Alignment Laser Range.

3.1.1.1.1 Visible Alignment Laser Range Threshold.

The visible alignment laser shall be visible to the operator when projected on targets at a range of 25m.

3.1.1.1.2 Visible Alignment Laser Range Objective.

The visible alignment laser should be visible to the operator when projected on targets at a range of 100m.

3.1.1.2 Visible Alignment Laser Output Power.

The output power of the SAL visible alignment laser is switch selectable for multiple levels of operation.

3.1.1.2.1 Visible Alignment Laser Low Output Power.

The LOW power level of the visible alignment laser shall be 4.5mW ± 0.5mW.

3.1.1.2.2 Visible Alignment Laser High Output Power.

The HIGH power level of the visible alignment laser shall be 22.0mW ± 3.0mW.

3.1.1.3 Visible Alignment Laser Temporal Profile.

3.1.1.3.1 Visible Alignment Laser Temporal Profile Threshold.

The SAL visible alignment laser shall either be a continuous wave or have its output power level controlled by Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) with a pulse repetition frequency of no less than 5kHz.

3.1.1.3.2 Visible Alignment Laser Temporal Profile Objective.

The SAL visible alignment laser’s output should be a continuous wave at all power levels.

3.1.1.4 Visible Alignment Laser Beam Divergence.

The beam divergence (see 6.2.1) of the SAL visible alignment laser shall be 0.3mrad ± 0.1mrad.

3.1.1.5 Visible Alignment Laser Peak Wavelength.

3.1.1.5.1 Visible Alignment Laser Wavelength.

The wavelength of the visible alignment laser shall be 532nm ± 25nm.

3.1.1.5.2 Visible Alignment Laser Safety.

Infrared energy produced as a byproduct of generating the visible laser shall not be projected beyond the visible laser aperture.

Infrared Aiming Laser.

The infrared aiming laser is a narrow beam laser utilized for aiming and/or pointing in both weapon-mounted and hand-held applications. The infrared aiming laser can be viewed with NVDs.

3.1.2.1 Infrared Aiming Laser Range.

3.1.2.1.1 Infrared Aiming Laser Range Threshold.

The infrared aiming laser shall be visible to users with NVDs at a range of 600m.

3.1.2.1.2 Infrared Aiming Laser Range Objective.

The infrared aiming laser should be visible to users with NVDs at a range of 1,100m.

3.1.2.2 Infrared Aiming Laser Output Power.

The output power of the SAL infrared aiming laser is switch selectable for multiple levels of operation.

3.1.2.2.1 Infrared Aiming Laser Low Output Power.

The LOW power level of the infrared aiming laser shall be 0.5mW ± 0.2mW.

3.1.2.2.2 Infrared Aiming Laser Tactical Output Power.

The TACTICAL power level of the infrared aiming laser shall be 7.0mW ± 5.0mW.

3.1.2.2.3 Infrared Aiming Laser High Output Power.

The HIGH power level of the infrared aiming laser shall be between 25mW and 100mW.

3.1.2.3 Infrared Aiming Laser Temporal Profile.

3.1.2.3.1 Infrared Aiming Laser Temporal Profile Threshold.

The SAL infrared aiming laser shall either be a continuous wave or have its output power level controlled by PWM with a pulse repetition frequency of no less than 5kHz.

3.1.2.3.2 Infrared Aiming Laser Temporal Profile Objective.

The SAL infrared aiming laser’s output should be a continuous wave at all power levels.

3.1.2.4 Infrared Aiming Laser Beam Divergence.

The beam divergence (see 6.2.1) of the SAL infrared aiming laser shall be 0.3mrad ± 0.1mrad.

3.1.2.5 Infrared Aiming Laser Peak Wavelength.

The peak wavelength of the infrared aiming laser shall be 850nm ± 50nm.

3.1.2.6 Infrared Aiming Laser Pulse Rate Capability.

The SAL infrared aiming laser should have visibly pulsed modes of operation in addition to the standard continuous mode of operation to facilitate differentiation among beams.

Infrared Illumination Laser.

The infrared illumination laser is a variable divergence assembly utilized for infrared illumination of targets. The infrared illuminator can be viewed with NVDs.

3.1.3.1 Infrared Illuminator Range.

3.1.3.1.1 Infrared Illuminator Range Threshold.

The infrared illuminator shall be visible on target from 0m to 600m.

3.1.3.1.2 Infrared Illuminator Range Objective.

The infrared illuminator should be visible on target from 0m to 1,100m.

3.1.3.2 Infrared Illuminator Output Power.

The output power of the SAL infrared illuminating laser is switch selectable for multiple levels of operation.

3.1.3.2.1 Infrared Illuminator Low Output Power.

The LOW power level of the infrared illuminator shall be less than 10.0mW.

3.1.3.2.2 Infrared Illuminator Tactical Output Power.

The TACTICAL power level of the infrared illuminator shall be 75mW ± 5mW.

3.1.3.2.3 Infrared Illuminator High Output Power.

The HIGH power level of the infrared illuminator shall be between 200mW and 500mW.

3.1.3.3 Infrared Illuminator Temporal Profile.

3.1.3.3.1 Infrared Illuminator Temporal Profile Threshold.

The SAL infrared illuminator shall either be a continuous wave or have its output power level controlled by PWM with a pulse repetition frequency of no less than 5kHz.

3.1.3.3.2 Infrared Illuminator Temporal Profile Objective.

The SAL infrared illuminator’s output should be a continuous wave at all power levels.

3.1.3.4 Infrared Illuminator Beam Divergence.

The SAL infrared illuminating laser has a variable divergence to allow for engaging targets at close range and at long range.

3.1.3.4.1 Infrared Illuminator Minimum Divergence.

3.1.3.4.1.1 Infrared Illuminator Minimum Divergence Threshold.

The infrared illuminator beam divergence (see 6.2.1) shall be adjustable to a minimum value between 7.0mrad and 15.0mrad.

3.1.3.4.1.2 Infrared Illuminator Minimum Divergence Objective.

The infrared illuminator beam divergence (see 6.2.1) should be adjustable to a minimum value between 7.0mrad and 10.0mrad.

3.1.3.4.2 Infrared Illuminator Maximum Divergence.

3.1.3.4.2.1 Infrared Illuminator Maximum Divergence Threshold.

The infrared illuminator beam divergence (see 6.2.1) shall be adjustable to a maximum value between 100mrad and 250mrad.

3.1.3.4.2.2 Infrared Illuminator Maximum Divergence Objective.

The infrared illuminator beam divergence (see 6.2.1) shall be adjustable to a maximum value between 200mrad and 250mrad.

3.1.3.4.3 Infrared Illuminator Divergence Adjustment.

3.1.3.4.3.1 Infrared Illuminator Divergence Adjustment Threshold.

The divergence of the infrared illuminator shall either be continuously adjustable or adjustable in no fewer than six discreet steps, including the endpoints.

3.1.3.4.3.2 Infrared Illuminator Divergence Adjustment Objective.

The divergence of the infrared illuminator should be continuously variable throughout its range.

3.1.3.4.3.3 Infrared Illuminator Divergence Adjustment Freedom.

The operator shall be able to adjust the divergence in either direction from any point in the adjustment range (excluding the end points).

3.1.3.5 Infrared Illuminator Peak Wavelength.

The SAL illumination laser shall have a wavelength of 850nm ± 50nm.

3.1.3.6 Infrared Illuminator Field Shape.

The laser illumination field shall be circular in shape.

3.1.3.7 Infrared Illuminator Field Uniformity.

The laser illumination field shall be free from bright spots, dim spots, and secondary beams.

3.1.3.8 Close-Quarters Illumination.

3.1.3.8.1 Close-Quarters Illuminator Divergence.

3.1.3.8.1.1 Close-Quarters Illuminator Divergence Threshold.

The SAL shall include a means to provide close-quarters illumination with a divergence (see 6.2.1) of at least 45° in a circular field.

3.1.3.8.1.2 Close-Quarters Illuminator Divergence Objective.

The SAL should include a means to provide close-quarters illumination with a divergence (see 6.2.1) of at least 90° in a circular field.

3.1.3.8.2 Close-Quarters Illuminator Intensity.

The SAL in its close-quarters illumination configuration shall provide an illumination intensity of at least 5.0mW/m2 throughout the circular field specified in 3.1.3.8.1 at a range of 5m from the SAL.

Laser Co-alignment.

3.1.4.1 Visible and Infrared Laser Co-alignment.

The visible alignment laser and infrared aiming laser shall be co-aligned to within 0.3mrad.

3.1.4.2 Illuminator Co-alignment.

3.1.4.2.1 Illuminator Co-alignment Threshold.

The infrared illuminator shall either be co-aligned with the visible alignment laser and infrared aiming laser or be adjustable such that the illuminator spot encompasses the visible alignment laser and infrared aiming laser throughout their adjustment range at its narrowest divergence setting.

3.1.4.2.2 Illuminator Co-alignment Objective.

The illuminator should be co-aligned with the visible alignment laser and infrared aiming laser.

3.1.4.3 Co-alignment Retention.

Co-alignment of the SAL lasers shall be maintained after being subjected to all environmental conditions and weapon shock.

3.2 User Interface.

The SAL shall be operable without disturbing the operator’s natural firing position for all left-and right-handed operators within the second to ninety-eighth percentile of Marines.

Body Controls.

All functions of the SAL shall be operable via controls on the system’s body.

3.2.1.1 Momentary Activation.

The SAL shall include an integral momentary activation button to activate the laser(s) only when pressed and turn off the laser(s) when released.

3.2.1.2 Continuous Activation.

The SAL shall include a means to allow the operator to fire the laser(s) without continuously holding the activation button.

3.2.1.3 Control Accessibility.

All controls, including the illuminator divergence adjustment, shall be operable without removing the SAL from the host weapon.

3.2.1.4 Settings and Configuration.

All user options to configure the SAL shall be possible using the controls on its body.

External devices or computing equipment shall not be required for the operator to configure the SAL.

3.2.1.5 Body Control Operation.

The SAL body controls should be usable without disturbing the operator’s natural firing position for all left- and right-handed operators within the second to ninety-eighth percentile of Marines.

Remote Operation.

The SAL shall include a remote control capable of mounting to the host platform.

3.2.2.1 Remote Connector.

The SAL shall have a connector on the system to allow for the use of the remote switch and shall not utilize any form of wireless communication.

3.2.2.2 Remote Cable Length.

The SAL remote cable shall have a length of 12in. (30.5cm).

3.2.2.3 Remote Momentary Activation.

The SAL remote shall include a momentary activation button to activate the laser(s) only when pressed and turn off the laser(s) when released.

3.2.2.4 Remote Continuous Activation.

The SAL remote shall include a means to allow the operator to fire the laser(s) without continuously holding the activation button.

Status Indicators.

3.2.3.1 Laser Operation Indicator.

The SAL shall provide a visible indication to the operator when it is emitting laser radiation.

3.2.3.2 Battery Life Indicator.

The SAL shall provide a visible indication to the operator when the battery power is low.

Mode Selection.

The SAL shall allow the operator to select and alternate between at least the following modes of operation:

Off Visible Alignment Laser – Low Power Visible Alignment Laser – High Power Infrared Aiming Laser – Low Power Infrared Aiming Laser – Tactical Power Infrared Aiming Laser – High Power Illuminator and Infrared Aiming Laser – Low Power Illuminator and Infrared Aiming Laser – Tactical Power Illuminator and Infrared Aiming Laser – High Power

Safe Operation.

3.2.5.1 Safety Interlock.

The SAL shall include a safety interlocking mechanism to prevent the operator from switching from the low-power mode to the tactical- or high-power modes.

3.2.5.2 Safety Interlock Status.

The state of the SAL safety interlock shall be visible on the body of the SAL without applying power to the system.

3.2.5.3 Safety Interlock Retention.

The SAL safety interlock shall either be attached to the body of the system or be stored on the body of the system when it is disabled.

3.2.5.4 Automatic Shutdown.

The SAL shall automatically shut off the output of all light sources after a period of five minutes without any user input.

3.2.5.5 System Safety.

Any hazards presented to operators or maintainers by the SAL shall be controllable to minimize their likelihood of occurrence.

Elevation and Azimuth Adjustments.

All SAL adjustments shall operate smoothly and be adjustable without the use of special tools or accessories.

3.2.6.1 Aiming Laser Adjustment Range.

The SAL azimuth and elevation adjustments shall have an end-to-end range of no less than 18.0mrad.

3.2.6.2 Aiming Laser Adjustment Increment.

3.2.6.2.1 Aiming Laser Adjustment Increment Threshold.

The SAL azimuth and elevation adjustment shall have an adjustment increment of no more than 0.25mrad.

3.2.6.2.2 Aiming Laser Adjustment Increment Objective.

The SAL azimuth and elevation adjustment should have an adjustment increment of no more than 0.07mrad.

3.2.6.3 Aiming Laser Adjustment Accuracy.

Each SAL azimuth and elevation adjustment increment shall be accurate within 2% of the adjustment increment throughout the range of adjustment.

3.2.6.4 Adjustment Independence.

Adjusting the azimuth shall not affect the elevation. Adjusting the elevation shall not affect the azimuth.

3.2.6.5 Adjustment Hard Stops.

The SAL azimuth and elevation adjustments shall have hard stops at both ends of the adjustment range.

3.2.6.6 Adjustment Dead Clicks.

3.2.6.6.1 Dead Click Frequency.

The SAL shall have no more than 3% dead clicks (see 6.2.2) throughout the entire azimuth and elevation adjustment range.

3.2.6.6.2 Sequential Dead Clicks.

The SAL shall not include any two sequential dead clicks throughout the entire azimuth and elevation adjustment range.

3.2.6.7 Adjustment Consistency.

The SAL azimuth and elevation adjustments shall be consistent in movement, tactile (see 6.2.3), and require no settling rounds (see 6.2.4) within the adjustment range.

3.3 Physical Characteristics.

Weight.

The weight of the SAL assembly (including integral mounting interface), battery, and remote control (with all required attachment hardware) shall be less than 10.5oz (297.7g).

Size.

3.3.2.1 Height above Rail.

The height of the SAL shall not exceed 1.37in. (3.5cm) above the top of the MIL-STD- 1913 rail.

3.3.2.2 Volume.

The total volume of the SAL shall not exceed 28.0in.3 (458.8cm3).

Attachment to Host Platform.

3.3.3.1 Attachment Mechanism.

The SAL shall attach to the host weapon’s MIL-STD-1913 rail using a mechanism capable of withstanding the environmental effects described in section 3.4.

3.3.3.2 Installation and Removal.

Installation and removal of the SAL shall be possible either without tools or using only tools included in the Marine Corps Electro-Optics Tool Kit (NSN 5180-01-576-6593).

3.3.3.3 Alignment Repeatability.

The SAL shall retain its alignment to the host platform after removal and re-installation on its supporting weapon within 0.5mrad.

3.3.3.4 Aperture Location

The visible alignment laser and infrared aiming laser apertures should be centered within ± 0.25in. (± 0.64cm) over the bore of the host weapon.

Aperture Covers.

Covers shall be provided for all laser and illuminator output apertures.

3.3.4.1 Laser Aperture Cover.

The aperture cover(s) for the visible alignment laser and infrared aiming laser shall be opaque to prevent inadvertent emittance of radiation from the system while operating in a tactical environment.

3.3.4.2 Infrared Illuminator Aperture Cover.

The aperture cover for the infrared illuminator may include a diffuser for wide angle illumination as a means to comply with 3.1.3.8.

3.3.4.3 Aperture Cover Storage.

Aperture covers shall be designed to be stored on the body of the SAL near the aperture they cover without interfering with the laser or weapon operation while in an open position.

Battery.

3.3.5.1 Battery Type.

The SAL shall be powered by CR-123A or L-91 batteries or their equivalents in fit, form, and function.

3.3.5.2 Battery Life.

3.3.5.2.1 Battery Life Threshold.

The SAL shall operate continuously with both the Infrared Aiming Laser and Infrared Illuminator in HIGH power mode for at least 4.0 hours throughout the operating temperature range specified in 3.4.3 without needing to replace the batteries or connect to an external power supply.

3.3.5.2.2 Battery Life Objective.

The SAL should operate continuously with both the Infrared Aiming Laser and Infrared Illuminator in HIGH power mode for at least 8.0 hours throughout the operating temperature range specified in 3.4.3 without needing to replace the batteries or connect to an external power supply.

3.3.5.3 Battery Removal.

The SAL shall allow for battery changes without removal from the weapon and without tools.

3.3.5.4 Battery Polarity.

The SAL battery compartment shall include battery polarity markings if specific battery orientation is required.

3.3.5.5 Reverse Voltage.

3.3.5.5.1 Reverse Voltage Protection.

The SAL shall not be damaged when the battery is installed opposite the correct operating orientation.

3.3.5.5.2 Reverse Voltage Operation.

The SAL should operate normally regardless of which orientation batteries are installed.

Interoperability.

3.3.6.1 Host Weapons.

3.3.6.1.1 M27.

The SAL shall interoperate with and cause no degradation in the normal operating function, loading, or unloading of the M27 host weapon.

3.3.6.1.2 M4.

The SAL shall interoperate with and cause no degradation in the normal operating function, loading, or unloading of the M4 host weapon.

3.3.6.1.3 M4A1.

The SAL shall interoperate with and cause no degradation in the normal operating function, loading, or unloading of the M4A1 host weapon.

3.3.6.1.4 M240B.

The SAL shall interoperate with and cause no degradation in the normal operating function, loading, or unloading of the M240B host weapon.

3.3.6.1.5 M110.

The SAL shall interoperate with and cause no degradation in the normal operating function, loading, or unloading of the M110 host weapon.

3.3.6.1.6 (X)M7.

The SAL shall interoperate with and cause no degradation in the normal operating function, loading, or unloading of the (X)M7 host weapon.

3.3.6.2 Operation with Gloves.

3.3.6.2.1 Max Grip Flame Resistant Gloves.

All SAL functions (including but not limited to: mode selection, power selection, laser activation, battery replacement, mount adjustment, illuminator divergence adjustment, elevation adjustment, and azimuth adjustment) shall be able to be performed while wearing Max Grip Flame Resistant Gloves (see 6.2.5).

3.3.6.2.2 Intermediate Cold Weather Gloves.

All SAL functions (including but not limited to: mode selection, power selection, laser activation, battery replacement, mount adjustment, illuminator divergence adjustment, elevation adjustment, and azimuth adjustment) shall be able to be performed while wearing Intermediate Cold Weather Gloves (see 6.2.6).

Signature Reduction.

3.3.7.1 Exterior Color.

Except for light transmitting elements, all external SAL surfaces shall be constructed of, or coated with, non-reflective materials in a flat, neutral color.

3.3.7.2 Visible Indicators.

3.3.7.2.1 Indicator Location.

The visible indicators for the laser firing and low battery conditions shall be located on the rear face (see 6.2.7) of the SAL.

3.3.7.2.2 Indicator Brightness.

The visible indicators for the laser firing and low battery conditions shall not be perceptible nor cause the operator to become perceptible to threat personnel with unaided vision at a range of 5m in front of the SAL while it is attached to a host weapon platform.

Workmanship.

3.3.8.1 Foreign Matter.

The SAL and its attachment mechanism shall be free of foreign matter such as dirt, fingerprints, dust, loose material, and moisture.

3.3.8.2 Moving Parts.

All moving parts of the SAL, including its attachment mechanism, shall move freely and not bind, creep, or stick.

3.4 Environmental Design.

Operating Altitude.

The SAL shall operate without damage or degradation during and after exposure to altitudes up to 30,000ft (9,144m) above sea level.

Storage Temperature.

The SAL shall not be damaged or exhibit degraded performance following storage at temperatures ranging from -51°C to +71°C.

Operating Temperature.

3.4.3.1 Operating Temperature Threshold.

The SAL shall operate without malfunction, damage, or degradation in performance during exposure to temperatures from -20°C to +50°C.

3.4.3.2 Operating Temperature Objective.

The SAL should operate without malfunction, damage, or performance degradation during exposure to temperatures from -40°C to +50°C.

3.4.3.3 Temperature Effects on Alignment.

The alignment of the SAL to its host weapon shall not change by more than 0.5mrad throughout the entire operating temperature range.

Attachment to a Hot Weapon.

3.4.4.1 Alignment Change During Hot-Rail Exposure.

The alignment of the SAL to its host weapon shall not change by more than 1.0mrad when attached to a MIL-STD-1913 rail reaching temperatures up to 80°C.

3.4.4.2 Return to Alignment Following Hot-Rail Exposure.

The alignment of the SAL to its host weapon shall not change by more than 0.5mrad after exposure to a hot rail as specified in 3.4.4.1 and subsequent cooling back to room temperature.

Temperature Shock.

The SAL shall operate without malfunction, damage, or degradation of performance when removed from a hot or cold vehicle, storage container, or storage area into an environment at either extreme of the operating temperature range.

3.4.5.1 Temperature Shock Effects on Alignment.

The alignment of the SAL to its host weapon shall not change by more than 0.5mrad following a temperature shock event.

Contamination by Fluids.

The SAL shall withstand the effects caused by contact with common chemicals and fluids.

Example fluids include, but are not limited to, lubricants (e.g., Cleaner, Lubricant, & Preservative [CLP]), insect repellants (e.g., N,N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide [DEET]), sunscreen, motor oil, diesel fuel, transmission fluid, activated charcoal, ethylene glycol, paints, and solvents.

Humidity.

The SAL shall operate without degradation in performance while in environments with 95% relative humidity.

Corrosion Resistance.

The SAL shall be rust and salt water corrosion resistant.

Sand and Dust.

3.4.9.1 Sand and Dust Threshold.

The SAL shall not be damaged and shall operate without degradation after exposure to blowing sand and dust with the lens caps in place.

3.4.9.2 Sand and Dust Objective.

The SAL shall not be damaged and shall operate without degradation after exposure to blowing sand and dust without the lens caps in place.

Scratch Resistance.

The SAL shall exhibit neither damage nor degradation in performance resulting from lens abrasion during operation and maintenance in a battlefield environment.

Immersion.

The SAL shall not be damaged and shall operate without degradation in performance after being immersed in salt water at a depth of 66ft (20m, 29.3psi) for a period of two hours.

Vibration.

3.4.12.1 Vibration Threshold.

The SAL shall have no more than 0.5mrad shift and shall exhibit neither damage nor degradation in performance resulting from the vibration and side impacts associated with military methods of transportation.

3.4.12.2 Vibration Objective.

The SAL should have no more than 0.25mrad shift and should exhibit neither damage nor degradation in performance resulting from the vibration and side impacts associated with military methods of transportation.

Icing/Freezing Rain.

The SAL shall not exhibit any malfunction, damage, or degradation of performance after being subjected to the accumulation of 20mm of ice.

Endurance.

The SAL shall have a Mean Rounds Between Failures (MRBF) of 10,000 rounds with an 80% confidence level when attached to any host weapon listed in 3.3.6.1.

Weapon Shock.

The alignment of the SAL visible alignment laser and infrared aiming laser shall not change by more than 0.5mrad after being subjected to one basic ammunition load being fired from any host platform to which it is attached.

Drop Shock.

The SAL should not exhibit any malfunction, damage, or degradation in performance after being dropped, while attached to the host weapon, from a height of 5ft (1.5m) onto hard packed earth.

Electromagnetic Susceptibility.

The SAL shall operable with no performance degradation while subjected to exposure to electromagnetic emissions from battlefield electronic devices operating in the immediate vicinity of the system. Expected field strengths are provided in Table 3-1.

Table 3-1: Battlefield Electromagnetic Field Strengths

Frequency Range (MHz) RMS Field Strength (V/M) Polarity 2 – 30 50 Vertical

30 – 200 50 Vertical + Horizontal 200 – 1000 100 Vertical+ Horizontal

Electromagnetic Emissions.

The SAL shall not emit radiation greater than the level defined by Figure RE102-4 of MIL-STD-461G for “Navy Mobile & Army” use at any frequency between 2MHz and 18GHz.

3.5 Logistics.

Operational Reliability.

3.5.1.1 Operational Reliability Threshold.

The SAL shall have a 90% probability of operating for 12 hours on a three-day mission without failure.

3.5.1.2 Operational Reliability Objective.

The SAL should have a 95% probability of operating for 12 hours on a three-day mission without failure.

Markings.

3.5.2.1 Item Identification.

3.5.2.1.1 IUID Markings.

The SAL shall include Item Unique Identification (IUID) codes, including a serial number and warranty expiration date, in accordance with MIL-STD-130N with Change 1.

3.5.2.1.2 IUID Objective.

The IUID should contain both the 2D barcode and human readable serial number together.

3.5.2.2 Laser Markings.

The SAL shall include laser safety markings in accordance with OPNAVINST 5100.27B and ANSI Z136.1-2022.

4.0 VERIFICATION

4.1 Inspection Conditions.

Temperature.

Unless otherwise specified, all inspections shall be performed at room temperature (20°C ± 5°C).

Atmospheric Pressure.

Unless otherwise specified, all inspections shall be performed within 5 percent of one atmosphere of pressure (1013 mbar ± 50 mbar).

Relative Humidity.

Unless otherwise specified, all inspections shall be performed at the uncontrolled relative humidity of the test site

Test Set-Up.

Unless otherwise specified, all tests shall be conducted with battery installed.

4.2 Verification Methods.

Analysis (A).

Analysis is a method of verification that uses established technical or mathematical models, simulations, algorithms, charts, graphs, or other scientific principles and procedures to provide evidence that stated requirements were met.

Demonstration (D).

Demonstration is a method of verification that involves the operation of an item or the system to provide evidence that the required functions were accomplished under the specified conditions. The items may be instrumented and performance monitored.

Visual Inspection (I).

Inspection is a method of verification that uses visual examination of the system and associated deliverable items to determine whether they conform to the specified requirements.

Testing (T).

Testing is a method of verification in which scientific principles and procedures are applied to quantitatively measure or determine the functional capabilities of items.

4.3 Product Verification Testing.

Purpose.

Product verification testing will verify that the delivered SAL devices are adequate to meet all requirements for the SAL program.

Number of Units.

Product verification testing will be performed on the first 30 SAL units to be delivered to the Government.

Inspection Procedures.

The requirements and inspection procedures for product verification testing are listed in Table 4-1. Referenced sections include all subsections not separately listed.

Table 4-1: Product Verification Test Procedures

Procedure Number

Requirement Description Requirement

Paragraph Verification Paragraph

Verification Method(s)

1 Visible Alignment Laser Range 3.1.1.1 4.5.1.1.1 D, A 2 Visible Alignment Laser Output Power 3.1.1.2 4.5.1.1.2 T

Visible Alignment Laser Temporal Profile

3.1.1.3 4.5.1.1.3 T

Visible Alignment Laser Beam Divergence

3.1.1.4 4.5.1.1.4 T

Visible Alignment Laser Peak Wavelength

3.1.1.5 4.5.1.1.5 T

6 IR Aiming Laser Range 3.1.2.1 4.5.1.2.1 D, A 7 IR Aiming Laser Output Power 3.1.2.2 4.5.1.2.2 T 8 IR Aiming Laser Temporal Profile 3.1.2.3 4.5.1.2.3 T 9 IR Aiming Laser Beam Divergence 3.1.2.4 4.5.1.2.4 T

10 IR Aiming Laser Peak Wavelength 3.1.2.5 4.5.1.2.5 T 11 IR Aiming Laser Pulse Rate Capability 3.1.2.6 4.5.1.2.6 D 12 IR Illuminator Range 3.1.3.1 4.5.1.3.1 D, A 13 IR Illuminator Output Power 3.1.3.2 4.5.1.3.2 T

Procedure Number

Requirement Description Requirement

Paragraph Verification Paragraph

Verification Method(s)

14 IR Illuminator Temporal Profile 3.1.3.3 4.5.1.3.3 T 15 IR Illuminator Minimum Divergence 3.1.3.4.1 4.5.1.3.4.1 T 16 IR Illuminator Maximum Divergence 3.1.3.4.2 4.5.1.3.4.2 T 17 IR Illuminator Divergence Adjustment 3.1.3.4.3 4.5.1.3.4.3 D 18 IR Illuminator Peak Wavelength 3.1.3.5 4.5.1.3.5 T 19 IR Illuminator Field Shape 3.1.3.6 4.5.1.3.6 T 20 IR Illuminator Field Uniformity 3.1.3.7 4.5.1.3.7 D 21 Close-Quarters Illuminator Divergence 3.1.3.8.1 4.5.1.3.8.1 T 22 Close-Quarters Illuminator Intensity 3.1.3.8.2 4.5.1.3.8.2 T 23 Visible and IR Laser Co-alignment 3.1.4.1 4.5.1.4.1 T 24 Illuminator Co-alignment 3.1.4.2 4.5.1.4.2 D 25 Co-alignment Retention 3.1.4.3 4.5.1.4.3 T 26 User Interface 3.2 4.5.2 D 27 Body Controls 3.2.1 4.5.2.1 D 28 Momentary Activation 3.2.1.1 4.5.2.1.1 D 29 Continuous Activation 3.2.1.2 4.5.2.1.2 D 30 Control Accessibility 3.2.1.3 4.5.2.1.3 D 32 Settings and Configuration 3.2.1.4 4.5.2.1.4 D 33 Body Control Operation 3.2.1.5 4.5.2.1.5 D 34 Remote Operation 3.2.2 4.5.2.2 D 35 Remote Connector 3.2.2.1 4.5.2.2.1 D 36 Remote Cable Length 3.2.2.2 4.5.2.2.2 T, D 37 Remote Momentary Activation 3.2.2.3 4.5.2.2.3 D 38 Remote Continuous Activation 3.2.2.4 4.5.2.2.4 D 39 Laser Operation Indicator 3.2.3.1 4.5.2.3.1 D 40 Battery Life Indicator 3.2.3.2 4.5.2.3.2 D 41 Mode Selection 3.2.4 4.5.2.4 D 42 Safety Interlock 3.2.5.1 4.5.2.5.1 I, D 43 Safety Interlock Status 3.2.5.2 4.5.2.5.2 I 44 Safety Interlock Retention 3.2.5.3 4.5.2.5.3 I 45 Automatic Shutdown 3.2.5.4 4.5.2.5.4 D 46 System Safety 3.2.5.5 4.5.2.5.5 A 47 Elevation and Azimuth Adjustments 3.2.6 4.5.2.6 D 48 Aiming Laser Adjustment Range 3.2.6.1 4.5.2.6.1 T 49 Aiming Laser Adjustment Increment 3.2.6.2 4.5.2.6.2 T 50 Aiming Laser Adjustment Accuracy 3.2.6.3 4.5.2.6.3 A 51 Adjustment Independence 3.2.6.4 4.5.2.6.4 T 52 Adjustment Hard Stops 3.2.6.5 4.5.2.6.5 D 53 Adjustment Dead Clicks 3.2.6.6 4.5.2.6.6 T 54 Adjustment Consistency 3.2.6.7 4.5.2.6.7 D 55 Weight 3.3.1 4.5.3.1 T 56 Height above Rail 3.3.2.1 4.5.3.2.1 T 57 Volume 3.3.2.2 4.5.3.2.2 T

58 Attachment Mechanism 3.3.3.1 3.3.3.2

4.5.3.3.1 D

59 Alignment Repeatability 3.3.3.3 4.5.3.3.2 T

Number

Requirement Description Requirement

Paragraph Verification Paragraph

Verification Method(s)

60 Aperture Location 3.3.3.4 4.5.3.3.3 T 61 Aperture Covers 3.3.4 4.5.3.4 I 62 Laser Aperture Cover 3.3.4.1 4.5.3.4.1 D 63 IR Illuminator Aperture Cover 3.3.4.2 4.5.3.4.2 I 64 Aperture Cover Storage 3.3.4.3 4.5.3.4.3 D 65 Battery Type 3.3.5.1 4.5.3.5.1 I 66 Battery Life 3.3.5.2 4.5.3.5.2 T 67 Battery Removal 3.3.5.3 4.5.3.5.3 D 68 Battery Polarity 3.3.5.4 4.5.3.5.4 I 69 Reverse Voltage Protection 3.3.5.5.1 4.5.3.5.5.1 D 70 Reverse Voltage Operation 3.3.5.5.2 4.5.3.5.5.2 D 71 Host Weapons 3.3.6.1 4.5.3.6.1 D 72 Operation with Gloves 3.3.6.2 4.5.3.6.2 D 73 Exterior Color 3.3.7.1 4.5.3.7.1 I 74 Indicator Location 3.3.7.2.1 4.5.3.7.2.1 I 75 Indicator Brightness 3.3.7.2.2 4.5.3.7.2.2 D 76 Foreign Matter 3.3.8.1 4.5.3.8.1 I 77 Moving Parts 3.3.8.2 4.5.3.8.2 D 78 Operating Altitude 3.4.1 4.5.4.1 T 79 Storage Temperature 3.4.2 4.5.4.2 T 80 Operating Temperature 3.4.3 4.5.4.3 T 81 Attachment to a Hot Weapon 3.4.4 4.5.4.4 T 82 Temperature Shock 3.4.5 4.5.4.5 T 83 Contamination by Fluids 3.4.6 4.5.4.6 T 84 Humidity 3.4.7 4.5.4.7 T 85 Corrosion Resistance 3.4.8 4.5.4.8 T 86 Sand and Dust 3.4.9 4.5.4.9 T 87 Scratch Resistance 3.4.10 4.5.4.10 T 88 Immersion 3.4.11 4.5.4.11 T 89 Vibration 3.4.12 4.5.4.12 T 90 Icing/Freezing Rain 3.4.13 4.5.4.13 T 91 Endurance 3.4.14 4.5.4.14 T 92 Weapon Shock 3.4.15 4.5.4.15 T 93 Drop Shock 3.4.16 4.5.4.16 T 94 Electromagnetic Susceptibility 3.4.17 4.5.4.17 T 95 Electromagnetic Emissions 3.4.18 4.5.4.18 T 96 Operational Reliability 3.5.1 4.5.5.1 T 97 Item Identification 3.5.2.1 4.5.5.2.1 I 98 Laser Markings 3.5.2.2 4.5.5.2.2 I

4.4 Acceptance Testing.

Purpose.

Acceptance testing will verify that delivered SAL devices meet the requirements of the SAL program.

Number of Units.

Acceptance testing shall be performed on some fraction of the SAL units in each delivery to the Government as specified in Table 4-2. Per-lot samples shall be randomly selected from each delivery lot; samples for the quarterly inspections shall be randomly selected from the first delivery lot for each quarter.

Inspection Procedures.

The requirements, inspection procedures, and sample rates for acceptance testing are listed in Table 4-2. Referenced sections include all subsections not separately listed.

Table 4-2: Acceptance Test Procedures

Procedure Number

Requirement Description

Requirement Paragraph

Verification Paragraph

Minimum Per-Lot

Sample Rate

Minimum Quarterly

Sample Rate

Visible Alignment Laser Output Power

3.1.1.2 4.5.1.1.2 100% -

Visible Alignment Laser Beam Divergence

3.1.1.4 4.5.1.1.4 100% -

Visible Alignment Laser Peak Wavelength

3.1.1.5 4.5.1.1.5 100% -

IR Aiming Laser Output Power

3.1.2.2 4.5.1.2.2 100% -

IR Aiming Laser Beam Divergence

3.1.2.4 4.5.1.2.4 100% -

IR Aiming Laser Peak Wavelength

3.1.2.5 4.5.1.2.5 100% -

IR Illuminator Output Power

3.1.3.2 4.5.1.3.2 100% -

IR Illuminator Minimum Divergence

3.1.3.4.1 4.5.1.3.4.1 100% -

IR Illuminator Maximum Divergence

3.1.3.4.2 4.5.1.3.4.2 100% -

IR Illuminator Peak Wavelength

3.1.3.5 4.5.1.3.5 100% -

IR Illuminator Field Shape

3.1.3.6 4.5.1.3.6 20% -

Close-Quarters Illuminator Intensity

3.1.3.8.2 4.5.1.3.8.2 100% -

Visible and IR Laser Co-alignment

3.1.4.1 4.5.1.4.1 100% -

14 Illuminator Co-alignment 3.1.4.2 4.5.1.4.2 100% - 15 Momentary Activation 3.2.1.1 4.5.2.1.1 100% - 16 Continuous Activation 3.2.1.2 4.5.2.1.2 100% -

Remote Momentary Activation

3.2.2.3 4.5.2.2.3 100% -

Remote Continuous Activation

3.2.2.4 4.5.2.2.4 100% -

19 Laser Operation Indicator 3.2.3.1 4.5.2.3.1 100% - 20 Battery Life Indicator 3.2.3.2 4.5.2.3.2 - 4/Qtr

Number

Requirement Description

Requirement Paragraph

Verification Paragraph

Minimum Per-Lot

Sample Rate

Minimum Quarterly

Sample Rate 21 Safety Interlock 3.2.5.1 4.5.2.5.1 100% -

Aiming Laser Adjustment Range

3.2.6.1 4.5.2.6.1 20% -

Aiming Laser Adjustment Increment

3.2.6.2 4.5.2.6.2 20% -

Adjustment Independence

3.2.6.4 4.5.2.6.4 20% -

25 Adjustment Hard Stops 3.2.6.5 4.5.2.6.5 20% - 26 Attachment Mechanism 3.3.3.1 4.5.3.3.1 - 4/Qtr 27 Battery Life 3.3.5.2 4.5.3.5.2 - 4/Qtr

Reverse Voltage Protection

3.3.5.5 4.5.3.5.5 - 4/Qtr

29 Storage Temperature 3.4.2 4.5.4.2 - 4/Qtr

Attachment to a Hot Weapon

3.4.4 4.5.4.4 - 4/Qtr

31 Temperature Shock 3.4.5 4.5.4.5 - 4/Qtr 32 Immersion 3.4.11 4.5.4.11 - 4/Qtr

Vibration – Fixed Wing Aircraft

3.4.12 4.5.4.12.2 - 4/Qtr

4.5 Verification Methods.

Operational Characteristics.

4.5.1.1 Visible Alignment Laser.

4.5.1.1.1 Visible Alignment Laser Range.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.1.1 shall be verified by analysis of the expected range, using the output power and beam divergence measured in 4.5.1.1.2 and

4.5.1.1.4 as inputs, and by demonstrating that the visible alignment laser can be seen from the specified range during a user evaluation, using user surveys and the observations of data collectors during the event.

4.5.1.1.2 Visible Alignment Laser Output Power.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.1.2 shall be verified by measuring the output power of the visible alignment laser in the Low- and High-power modes with a laser power meter at room temperature and at both the highest and lowest extremes of the operating temperature range specified in 3.4.3.

4.5.1.1.3 Visible Alignment Laser Temporal Profile.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.1.3 shall be verified by measuring the temporal profile of the visible alignment laser at all selectable power levels using a photodiode connected to an oscilloscope.

4.5.1.1.4 Visible Alignment Laser Beam Divergence.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.1.4 shall be verified by measuring the divergence of the visible alignment laser with a beam profiler.

4.5.1.1.5 Visible Alignment Laser Peak Wavelength.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.1.5 shall be verified by measuring the wavelength of the visible laser in the low-power mode with a spectroradiometer.

4.5.1.2 Infrared Aiming Laser.

4.5.1.2.1 Infrared Aiming Laser Range.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.2.1 shall be verified by analysis of the expected range, using the output power and beam divergence measured in 4.5.1.2.2 and

4.5.1.2.4 as inputs, and by demonstrating that the infrared aiming laser can be seen from the specified range during a user evaluation, using user surveys and the observations of data collectors during the event.

4.5.1.2.2 Infrared Aiming Laser Output Power.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.2.2 shall be verified by measuring the output power of the infrared aiming laser in the Low-, Tactical-, and High-power modes with a laser power meter at room temperature and at both the highest and lowest extremes of the operating temperature range specified in 3.4.3.

4.5.1.2.3 Infrared Aiming Laser Temporal Profile.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.2.3 shall be verified by measuring the temporal profile of the infrared aiming laser at all selectable power levels using a photodiode connected to an oscilloscope.

4.5.1.2.4 Infrared Aiming Laser Beam Divergence.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.2.4 shall be verified by measuring the divergence of the infrared aiming laser with a beam profiler.

4.5.1.2.5 Infrared Aiming Laser Output Peak Wavelength.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.2.5 shall be verified by measuring the wavelength of the infrared aiming laser in the low-power mode with a spectroradiometer.

4.5.1.2.6 Infrared Aiming Laser Pulse Rate Capability.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.2.6 shall be verified by demonstration.

4.5.1.3 Infrared Illumination Laser.

4.5.1.3.1 Infrared Illuminator Range.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.3.1 shall be verified by analysis of the expected range, using the output power and beam divergence measured in 4.5.1.3.2, 4.5.1.3.4.1, 4.5.1.3.4.2, 4.5.1.3.8.1, and 4.5.1.3.8.2 as inputs, and by demonstrating that the infrared illuminator adequately illuminates targets throughout the specified range during a user evaluation, using user surveys and the observations of data collectors during the event.

4.5.1.3.2 Infrared Illuminator Output Power.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.3.2 shall be verified by measuring the output power of the infrared illuminator in the Low-, Tactical-, and High-power modes using a laser power meter with an integrating sphere at room temperature and at both the highest and lowest extremes of the operating temperature range specified in 3.4.3.

4.5.1.3.3 Infrared Illuminator Temporal Profile.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.3.3 shall be verified by measuring the temporal profile of the infrared illuminator at all selectable power levels using a photodiode connected to an oscilloscope.

4.5.1.3.4 Infrared Illuminator Beam Divergence.

4.5.1.3.4.1 Infrared Illuminator Minimum Divergence.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.3.4.1 shall be verified by measuring the minimum beam divergence of the infrared illuminator relative to a known target at the focal point of a collimating mirror.

4.5.1.3.4.2 Infrared Illuminator Maximum Divergence.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.3.4.2 shall be verified by measuring the angular difference between the edges of the illuminator spot with a fixed target and a precision rotation stage.

4.5.1.3.4.3 Infrared Illuminator Divergence Adjustment.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.3.4.3 shall be verified by demonstration.

4.5.1.3.5 Infrared Illuminator Peak Wavelength.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.3.5 shall be verified by measuring the wavelength of the infrared illuminator in the low-power mode with a spectroradiometer.

4.5.1.3.6 Infrared Illuminator Field Shape.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.3.6 shall be verified by measuring the width and height of the illuminator field at both the maximum and minimum divergence settings. The field shall be considered circular if the width and height are within 10% of one another.

4.5.1.3.7 Infrared Illuminator Field Uniformity.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.3.7 shall be verified by capturing an image of the field as projected onto a blank wall at a range of 5m to demonstrate that it is uniform and free from the specified defects.

4.5.1.3.8 Close-Quarters Illuminator.

4.5.1.3.8.1 Close-Quarters Illuminator Divergence.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.3.8.1 shall be verified by measuring the angular difference between the edges of the illuminator spot with a fixed target and a precision rotation stage.

4.5.1.3.8.2 Close-Quarters Illuminator Intensity.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.3.8.2 shall be verified by measuring the intensity of the SAL illuminator in close-quarters illumination configuration at a range of 5m from the SAL. Measurements shall be taken both at the center of the illuminated field and at a point within 10% of the spot diameter from the illuminated field’s edge.

4.5.1.4 Laser Co-alignment.

4.5.1.4.1 Visible and Infrared Laser Co-alignment.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.4.1 shall be verified by placing a laser beam profiler at the focal point of a collimating mirror and using it to measure the offset of the visible and infrared beams.

4.5.1.4.2 Illuminator Co-alignment.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.4.2 shall be verified by demonstrating that the illuminator spot, set to its narrowest divergence, can be made to encompass the visible and infrared laser beams at all extreme points of adjustment for the visible alignment laser and infrared aiming laser. Co-alignment of the illuminator with the visible alignment laser and infrared aiming laser shall be verified by demonstrating that all three beams move together when adjustments are made.

4.5.1.4.3 Co-alignment Retention.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.1.4.3 shall be verified by measuring the co-alignment of the visible alignment laser and infrared aiming laser as described in

4.5.1.4.1 after each of the procedures described in 4.5.4.3, 4.5.4.4, 4.5.4.5, 4.5.4.12.1, 4.5.4.12.2, 4.5.4.15, and 4.5.4.16.

User Interface.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2 shall be verified by demonstrating that a representative sample of Marines throughout the specified anthropometric proportion of the Marine Corps can operate the SAL without disturbing their natural firing position in a user evaluation.

Compliance shall be verified by user surveys and the observations of data collectors during the event.

4.5.2.1 Body Controls.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.1 shall be verified by demonstrating that all functions of the SAL can be initiated via controls on the body of the device.

4.5.2.1.1 Momentary Activation.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.1.1 shall be verified by demonstrating that the laser activation button allows momentary activation of the laser(s) in each operating mode specified in 3.2.4 except for Off.

4.5.2.1.2 Continuous Activation.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.1.2 shall be verified by demonstrating that the laser(s) can be set to a continuous fire mode in each operating mode specified in 3.2.4 except for Off.

4.5.2.1.3 Control Accessibility.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.1.3 shall be verified by demonstrating that all body controls can be operated without removing the SAL from the host weapon.

4.5.2.1.4 Settings and Configuration.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.1.4 shall be verified by demonstrating that all configuration settings can be adjusted using controls on the body of the SAL.

4.5.2.1.5 Body Control Operation.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.1.5 shall be verified by demonstrating that a representative sample of Marines throughout the specified anthropometric proportion of the Marine Corps can operate the SAL using only the body controls without disturbing their natural firing position in a user evaluation. Compliance shall be verified by user surveys and the observations of data collectors during the event.

4.5.2.2 Remote Operation.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.2 shall be verified by demonstrating that the remote can be attached to the host platform in a user evaluation. Compliance shall be verified by user surveys and the observations of data collectors during the event.

4.5.2.2.1 Remote Connector.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.2.1 shall be verified by demonstrating that the remote control can be connected to the SAL via a cable and cannot activate any functions when not connected to the SAL.

4.5.2.2.2 Remote Cable Length.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.2.2 shall be verified by measuring the length of the remote control cable.

4.5.2.2.3 Remote Momentary Activation.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.2.3 shall be verified by demonstrating that the laser activation button on the remote control allows momentary activation of the laser(s) in each operating mode specified in 3.2.4 except for Off.

4.5.2.2.4 Remote Continuous Activation.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.2.4 shall be verified by demonstrating that the laser(s) can be set to a continuous fire mode using the remote control in each operating mode specified in 3.2.4 except for Off.

4.5.2.3 Status Indicators.

4.5.2.3.1 Laser Operation Indicator.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.3.1 shall be verified by demonstrating that an indicator appears on the SAL when any laser is fired.

4.5.2.3.2 Battery Life Indicator.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.3.2 shall be verified by demonstrating that an indicator appears when battery power is low during the procedure described in 4.5.3.5.2.

4.5.2.4 Mode Selection.

The compliance of the SAL with 3.2.4 shall be verified by…