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Thermal Monocular User Manual 5.4 Capture and Video ....................... 18 5.4.1 Capture Picture ......................18 5.4.2 Record Video ......................18 5.5 Hot Tracking ......................... 19 5.6 Export Files .......................... 20 Chapter 6 System Settings ......................21 6.1 Synchronize Time ........................ 21 6.2 Language Settings ........................
The device supports DPC (Defective Pixel Correction) and FFC (Flat Field Correction) which can optimize the image quality. Client Software Connection The device can capture snapshots, record videos, and set parameters by HIKMICRO Sight App after being connected to your phone via hotspot. Storage...
Thermal Monocular User Manual 1.3 Appearance 1.3.1 Button Figure 1-1 Buttons on the Device Table 1-1 Function of Button Icon Button Function Power Hold: Power on/off Press: Switch palettes Mode Hold: FFC Press: Capture pictures Capture Hold: Start/stop recording Press: Standby mode on/off Menu Hold: Display menu or not Zoom...
Thermal Monocular User Manual 1.3.2 Component Figure 1-2 Overview of Components ● Lens Cover: Protects the lens from dust or scratch. ● Diopter Adjustment Knob: Adjusts the dioptric setting. ● Cable Interface: To connect the device to power supply or transmit data with a type-C cable. ●...
Thermal Monocular User Manual Chapter 2 Preparation 2.1 Charge Device After the device starts up, the OSD (on-screen display) shows the battery status. When the battery is low, charge the device and ensure it works properly. Before You Start ● The charging temperature should be from 0 °C to 45 °C (32 °F to 113 °F). ●...
Thermal Monocular User Manual 2.2 Power On/Off Power On When the device is connected to cable or the battery is enough, hold for 2 seconds to power on the device. Power Off When the device is turned on, hold for 2 seconds to power off the device. Note ●...
2.4 Firmware Status 2.4.1 Client Software Connection Connect the device to the HIKMICRO Sight App via hotspot, and then you can capture picture, record video, or configure parameters on your phone. Steps 1.
2.4.2 Check Firmware Status Steps 1. Open the HIKMICRO Sight and connect your device to the app. 2. Check if there is a red spot on the connection interface. If there is no red spot, the firmware is the latest version. Otherwise, the firmware is not the latest version.
2.4.3 Upgrade Device Upgrade Device via HIKMICRO Sight Before You Start Install HIKMICRO Sight on your phone and connect your device to the app. Steps 1. Tap the device series to enter the device information interface. 2. Tap Device Upgrade to enter the firmware upgrade interface 3.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Chapter 3 Image Settings You can set palettes, brightness, scenes, FFC (flat field correction), and DPC (defective pixel correction) to display the best image effect. 3.1 Adjust Diopter Make sure the eyepiece covers your eye and aims at the target. Adjust the diopter adjustment knob until the OSD text or image is clear.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Figure 3-2 Adjust Diopter 3.2 Adjust Focus Slightly rotate the focus ring to adjust the focus of the objective lens. Figure 3-3 Adjust Objective Lens...
Thermal Monocular User Manual Note ● DO NOT touch the lens directly with your finger, or place any sharp objects near it. ● This function varies according to different camera models 3.3 Adjust Brightness In the menu mode, select and press to adjust brightness.
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Thermal Monocular User Manual Black Hot The hot part is black-colored in view. The higher the temperature is, the darker the color is. Red Hot The hot part is red-colored in view. The higher the temperature is, the redder the color is. Fusion From high temperature to low temperature, the image is colored in from white, yellow, red, pink to purple.
Thermal Monocular User Manual 3.7 Adjust Digital Zoom You can zoom the image by using this function. Press in the view mode, the live view switches between 1 ×, 2 ×, 4 ×, and 8 ×. Note This function varies according to different camera models. 3.8 Set Picture in Picture Mode Steps 1.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Note If digital zoom is enabled, only the PIP view zooms. 3.9 Flat Field Correction This function can correct non-uniformity of display. Steps 1. Hold to go to the menu. 2. Select and press to switch FFC mode. –...
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Thermal Monocular User Manual Figure 3-6 Correct Defective Pixel ● If the screen OSD blocks the dead pixel, the device performs mirror display automatically. Figure 3-7 Mirror Effect...
Thermal Monocular User Manual Chapter 4 Measure the Distance The device can detect the distance between the target and the observation position. Before You Start When measuring the distance, keep the hand and the position steady. Otherwise, the accuracy may be affected. Steps 1.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Chapter 5 General Settings 5.1 Set OSD This function can display or hide the OSD information on the live view interface. Steps 1. Hold to show the menu. 2. Select , and press to enter the OSD setting interface. 3.
Thermal Monocular User Manual 5.3 Burning Prevention This function can prevent the detector of the thermal channel from being burned. When this function is enabled, the shield will close if the grey scale of the detector reaches a certain value. Steps 1.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Figure 5-2 Start Recording The left top of image displays the information of recording time. 2. Hold again to stop recording. What to do next For exporting recording files, refer to Export Files. 5.5 Hot Tracking The device can detect the highest temperature spot in the scene and mark it on display.
● When you connect the device to PC for the first time, it installs the drive program automatically. ● You can also export files via HIKMICRO Sight. See the user manual of the app for detailed operation.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Chapter 6 System Settings 6.1 Synchronize Time Steps 1. Hold to show the menu. 2. Select , and press to enter the time setting interface. 3. Press to switch the time system, and press to select the time and date to be synchronized.
Thermal Monocular User Manual when connecting the cable. Steps 1. Hold to show the menu of device. 2. Select , and press to turn on CVBS output. The display unit show the device image. Note The CVBS cable is not included in the package. Please purchase it by yourself. 6.5 View Device Information Steps 1.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Chapter 7 Frequently Asked Questions 7.1 Why is the monitor off? Check whether the device is off-battery. Check the monitor after charging the device for 5 minutes. 7.2 What should I do if I forget the login password? Reset the password after initializing the device.
Chapter 8 Appendix 8.1 Device Command Scan the following QR code to get device common serial port commands. Note that the command list contains the commonly used serial port commands for HIKMICRO thermal cameras. 8.2 Device Communication Matrix Scan the following QR code to get device communication matrix.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Safety Instruction These instructions are intended to ensure that user can use the product correctly to avoid danger or property loss. Laws and Regulations ● Use of the product must be in strict compliance with the local electrical safety regulations. Symbol Conventions The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows.
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Thermal Monocular User Manual ● The built-in battery type is 18650, and the battery size should be 24 mm × 72 mm. The rated voltage and capacity are 3.635 VDC/3350 mAh. ● For long-term storage of the battery, make sure it is fully charged every half year to ensure the battery quality.
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Thermal Monocular User Manual professional legal or compliance expert or local government authorities for any necessary export license requirements if you intend to transfer, export, re-export the thermal series products between different countries.
INTERRUPTION, OR LOSS OF DATA, CORRUPTION OF SYSTEMS, OR LOSS OF DOCUMENTATION, WHETHER BASED ON BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), PRODUCT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE, IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF HIKMICRO HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR LOSS.
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Thermal Monocular User Manual PRODUCTION OF WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION, THE DEVELOPMENT OR PRODUCTION OF CHEMICAL OR BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS, ANY ACTIVITIES IN THE CONTEXT RELATED TO ANY NUCLEAR EXPLOSIVE OR UNSAFE NUCLEAR FUEL-CYCLE, OR IN SUPPORT OF HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES. IN THE EVENT OF ANY CONFLICTS BETWEEN THIS MANUAL AND THE APPLICABLE LAW, THE LATTER PREVAILS.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Regulatory Information These clauses apply only to the products bearing the corresponding mark or information. FCC Information Note: This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Thermal Monocular User Manual Use the power adapter provided by a qualified manufacturer. Refer to the product specification for detailed power requirements. Use the battery provided by a qualified manufacturer. Refer to the product specification for detailed battery requirements. Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE Directive): Products marked with this symbol cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union.
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