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5.4.3 Record Video ......................23 5.5 Hot Tracking ........................23 5.6 Export Files ........................24 5.6.1 Export Files via HIKMICRO Sight ................. 24 5.6.2 Export Files via PC ....................25 Chapter 6 System Settings ....................27 6.1 Adjust Date ........................27 6.2 Synchronize Time ......................
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Thermal Monocular User Manual 7.4 Capturing or recording fails. What's the problem? ............30 7.5 Why the PC cannot identify the device? ................ 30 Safety Instruction ........................31 Legal Information ........................34 Regulatory Information ......................36...
Chapter 1 Overview 1.1 Brief Description HIKMICRO CONDOR thermal monocular is equipped with an infrared detector and a 1024 × 768 OLED display. With less than 20 mK NETD, which represents high thermal sensitivity, it ensures image quality and detail recognition even in the hardest weather conditions. Its 1000 m laser rangefinder can accurately measure the distance when you are stalking in the forest or field or observing under low-light conditions.
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Thermal Monocular User Manual Figure 1-1 Appearance Table 1-1 Components Description Function Eyepiece The piece placed closest to the eye to view the target. Diopter Adjusts the dioptric setting. Adjustment Ring...
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Thermal Monocular User Manual Hand Strap 3 & 7 Mounts the hand strap. Attachment Point Battery For holding the battery. Compartment To connect the device to power supply or to transmit Type-C Interface data with a type-C cable. ● Flashing Red & Green: Error occurred. Charging Status ●...
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Thermal Monocular User Manual Note When the auto screen off function is enabled, if you press to enter standby mode, Auto Screen Off you can also tilt or rotate the device to wake up the device. Refer to detailed operation.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Chapter 2 Preparation Take out the device and accessories. Check them with the packaging list to confirm device and accessories are included and available for use. Read the user manual to learn the usage methods and cautions. 2.1 Install Battery 2.1.1 Battery Instruction ●...
Thermal Monocular User Manual Figure 2-2 Install the Battery 3. Insert the battery compartment cover (3) and rotate it clockwise (4) until it is tight and locked. Figure 2-3 Tighten the Cover 2.2 Cable Connection Connect the device and power adapter with a type-C cable to charge the device. Alternatively, connect the device and PC to export files.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Figure 2-4 Cable Connection Note ● Please charge the device after the battery is installed in the battery compartment of the device. ● The charging temperature should be from 0 °C to 45 °C (32 °F to 113 °F). 2.3 Mount Hand Strap Steps 1.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Figure 2-6 Secure Hand Strap 3. Repeat above steps to finish mounting. 4. Adjust the tightness of the hand strap as needed. 2.4 Power On/Off Power On When the device is connected to cable or the battery is enough, hold for 3 seconds to power on the device.
● Press to confirm and hold it to exit the menu. 2.6 Client Software Connection Connect the device to the HIKMICRO Sight app via hotspot, then you can capture picture, record video, or configure parameters on your phone. Steps 1. Search the HIKMICRO Sight on App Store (iOS System) or Google Play™ (Android...
2.7.1 Check Firmware Status Steps 1. Open the HIKMICRO Sight and connect your device to the app. 2. Check if there is an upgrade prompt on the device management interface. If there is no upgrade prompt, the firmware is the latest version. Otherwise, the firmware is not the...
2.7.2 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 upgrade prompt to enter the firmware upgrade interface. 2. Tap Upgrade to start upgrade.
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Thermal Monocular User Manual Result The device upgrades automatically. The upgrading process will be displayed in the interface.
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 better image effect. 3.1 Adjust Diopter Make sure the eyepiece covers your eye and aim at the target. Adjust the diopter adjustment ring until the OSD text or image is clear.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Note DO NOT touch the lens directly with your finger, or place any sharp objects near them. 3.3 Adjust Brightness You can adjust the display brightness of the screen in the menu. Steps 1. Hold to show the menu. 2.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Figure 3-3 Adjust Tone 3.6 Adjust Sharpness Steps 1. Hold to show the menu. 2. Go to Advanced Settings, and press to select 3. Press to confirm, and press to adjust sharpness. 4. Hold to save and exit. Figure 3-4 Sharpness Adjustment Comparison 3.7 Select Scene You can select proper scene according to actual using scene to improve the display effect.
Thermal Monocular User Manual 3. Press to enter the setting interface. 4. Press to switch scene. – Recognition: Recognition refers to recognition mode and is recommended in normal scene. – Jungle: Jungle refers to jungle mode and is recommended in hunting environment. 5.
Thermal Monocular User Manual 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. 3.9 Adjust Digital Zoom You can zoom in and out the image by using this function.
Thermal Monocular User Manual 3.10 Set Picture in Picture Mode Steps 1. Hold to show the menu. 2. Press to select 3. Press to enable or disable PIP mode. The details show in the upper center of the view. 4. Hold to save the settings and exit.
Thermal Monocular User Manual switching on the camera. – External: Cover the lens cover, then hold in the live view to correct the non- uniformity of display. 5. Hold to save the settings and exit. Note The countdown will start before the device performs FFC automatically. 3.12 Correct Defective Pixel The device can correct the defective pixels on the screen which are not performed as expected.
Thermal Monocular User Manual pixel, then the device performs mirror display automatically as shown in the figures below. Figure 3-7 Mirror Effect 3.13 Image Pro Image pro refers to image detail enhancement. When you enable this function, the details of whole live view image will be enhanced. Steps 1.
3.15 Auto Screen Off Auto screen off function darkens the screen to save energy and increase battery time. However, the device stays on and you can view the live view on HIKMICRO Sight app when connecting the device to the app.
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Thermal Monocular User Manual Figure 3-9 Wake up the Device...
Thermal Monocular User Manual Chapter 4 Measure Distance with Laser The device can detect the distance between the target and the observation position with laser. Before You Start When measuring the distance, keep the hand and the position steady. Otherwise, the accuracy may be affected.
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Thermal Monocular User Manual Caution The laser radiation emitted from the device can cause eye injuries, burning of skin or inflammable substances. Before enabling the laser ranging function, make sure no human or inflammable substances are in front of the laser lens.
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. Go to Advanced Settings, and select Function Settings. 3.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Figure 5-1 Brand Logo Display 5.3 Burning Prevention Avoid direct sunlight and enable the burning prevention function to reduce the risk of sensor damage from the heat. Steps 1. Hold to show the menu. 2. Go to Advanced Settings, and select Function Settings.
Thermal Monocular User Manual 5.4.2 Set Audio If you turn on the audio function, the sound will be recorded with the video. When there is too loud noise in the video, you can turn off this function. Steps 1. Hold to show the menu.
Figure 5-3 Hot Tracking 5.6 Export Files 5.6.1 Export Files via HIKMICRO Sight You can access device albums and export files to your phone via HIKMICRO Sight. Before You Start Install HIKMICRO Sight on your mobile phone. Steps Client Software 1.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Note The photos or videos may not show in Device. Please pull down to refresh the page. 4. Tap to select a file, and tap Download to export the file to your local phone albums. Figure 5-5 Export Files Note ●...
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Thermal Monocular User Manual Note Make sure the device is turned on when connecting the cable. 6. Open computer disk and select the disk of device. Go to the DCIM folder and find the folder named after the capture year and month. For example, if you capture a picture or record a video on June 2023, go to DCIM ->...
Thermal Monocular User Manual Chapter 6 System Settings 6.1 Adjust Date Steps 1. Hold to show the menu. 2. Go to Advanced Settings, and select General Settings. 3. Press to select 4. Press to enter the configuration interface. 5. Press to select the year, month, or day, and press to change the number.
Thermal Monocular User Manual 3. Press to select 4. Press to enter the language configuration interface. 5. Press to select the language as required, and press to confirm. 6. Hold to save settings and exit. 6.4 Set Unit You can switch the unit for distance measurement. Steps 1.
Thermal Monocular User Manual 6.6 View Device Information Steps 1. Hold to show the menu. 2. Go to Advanced Settings, and select General Settings. 3. Press to select 4. Press to confirm. You can view the device information such as version and serial 5.
Thermal Monocular User Manual Chapter 7 Frequently Asked Questions 7.1 Why does the charge indicator flash improperly? Check the following items. ● Check whether the device is charged with standard power adapter and the charging temperature is above 0 °C (32 °F). ●...
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.
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Thermal Monocular User Manual 70 mm. The rated voltage and capacity are 3.6 VDC/3200 mAh. ● For long-term storage of the battery, make sure it is fully charged every half year to ensure the battery quality. Otherwise, damage may occur. ●...
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Thermal Monocular User Manual the power cable, and contact the service center. Laser When any laser equipment is in use, make sure that the device lens is not exposed to the laser beam, or it may burn out. The laser radiation emitted from the device can cause eye injuries, burning of skin or inflammable substances.
The information contained in the Manual is subject to change, without notice, due to firmware updates or other reasons. Please find the latest version of this Manual at the HIKMICRO website (www.hikmicrotech.com).
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Thermal Monocular User Manual WITHOUT LIMITATION, RIGHTS OF PUBLICITY, INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS, OR DATA PROTECTION AND OTHER PRIVACY RIGHTS. YOU SHALL NOT USE THIS PRODUCT FOR ILLEGAL HUNTING ANIMALS, INVASION OF PRIVACY OR ANY OTHER PURPOSE WHICH IS ILLEGAL OR DETRIMENTAL TO THE PUBLIC INTEREST. YOU SHALL NOT USE THIS PRODUCT FOR ANY PROHIBITED END-USES, INCLUDING THE DEVELOPMENT OR PRODUCTION OF WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION, THE DEVELOPMENT OR PRODUCTION OF CHEMICAL OR BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS, ANY ACTIVITIES IN THE...
Thermal Monocular User Manual Regulatory Information These clauses apply only to the products bearing the corresponding mark or information. EU/UK Compliance Statement This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are marked with "CE" and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European standards listed under the Directive 2014/30/EU (EMCD), Directive 2014/35/EU (LVD), Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS), Directive 2014/53/EU.
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Thermal Monocular User Manual unsorted municipal waste in the United Kingdom. For proper recycling, return this product to your local supplier upon the purchase of equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at designated collection points. For more information see: www.recyclethis.info. Directive 2006/66/EC and its amendment 2013/56/EU (Battery Directive): This product contains a battery that cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union.
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Thermal Monocular User Manual Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d’exposition au rayonnement IC RSS-102 établies pour un environnement non contrô lé. B급 기기: 이 기기는 가정용(B급) 전자파적합기기로써 주로 가정에서 사용하는 것을 목적으로 하며, 모든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다.
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