HIKMICRO Mini2 V2 Thermal Imager User Manual

Thermal Imager and HIKMICRO Viewer
The thermal imager (hereinafter refers to as the Device or the Imager) is an infrared thermal camera connected to mobile devices like smartphones or pads with Android or iOS systems through Type-C and Lightning connectors.
The imager needs to work with the HIKMICRO Viewer (hereinafter refers to as the APP).

This manual describes and explains the features for multiple thermal imagers.

Download HIKMICRO Viewer

Connect Thermal Imager and HIKMICRO Viewer

The thermal imager in figure above is for demonstration ONLY.
If connected successfully, “Connected” will show on the home screen.

User Manual
In the home screen, tap Device Info > Help for detailed information about the device.

Live View

In Live View, you can adjust and calibrate thermal image, measure temperatures, change palettes, etc.

Live View Interface

Adjust Image Display
Focusing Adjustment (for Some Imagers)
Aim the thermal lens to your target, and rotate the focus ring to make the image clear. Focusing adjustment is ONLY supported by the imager with a focus ring.

Image Rotation
Tap to rotate live image by 90 degrees.

SuperIR
Switch on SuperIR to get an enhanced thermal image.

Thermal Image Calibration
For temperature measurement accuracy and image effect, it is recommended to conduct image calibration. It is common to have brief image freeze during image calibration.

Auto Calibration
In this mode, the imager automatically calibrates images according to its internal rules.
Tap to enable Auto Calibration. Tap it again to turn off the function.

Manual Calibration
Tap to calibrate the image for one time.

It is recommended to enable Auto Calibration. Otherwise, you need conduct Manual Calibration from time to time for the accuracy of thermal imaging and temperature measurement.

Select Palettes
Palettes highlights the imaging details as the image displays different colors according to temperature range.
Tap to select appropriate palettes.
Custom Palettes and predefined palettes are available.NO MORE THAN 4 colors are supported to set in the Custom Palettes.
Tap Custom Palettes > to add appropriate colors. Swipe the palettes points to adjust the color distribution of the palettes bar.

Adjust Display Temperature Range
After selecting appropriate palettes, it is advisable to adjust display temperature range to highlight the thermal image of the target of interest.

Auto Adjustment

Tap the imager will shift to Auto Adjustment, and the display temperature range will be automatically adjusted.

Manual Adjustment
Tap A the imager will shift to Manual Adjustment. It is a focus palette that you can swipe the temperature value up and down to adjust the range, focusing on the target in the set range.

Set Image Parameters

For better image analysis, it is recommended to tap to set appropriate parameters:Color Distribution supports Linear and Histogram:
Linear: The mode displays relatively huge temperature gap.
Histogram: The mode displays relatively small temperature gap

Temperature Measurement

Set Temperature Measurement Parameters
For more accurate measurement, tap to set parameters before temperature measurement.

Measure Temperature
Measure temperature with tools. Available tools are Point, Line and Rectangle.

Add Point Measurement Tool

Tap to add point tools.
Tap to clear all measurement tools.

Optional: Edit the point
Move Point: Drag or tap the point to desired locations.

Remove Point:
Tapagain to turn off the custom mode

Tap the point
Tap the pop-up button
NO MORE THAN 3 custom points are supported to set on the Live View

Add Line Measurement Tool

Tap to add a line on the Live View
Optional: Edit the line
Move Line: Drag the line to move it
Resize Line: spread fingers apart and pinch them together to adjust its size.
Remove Line:
Tapthe line
Tap on the pop-up window to remove it
Optional: Show/Hide Temperature Result

Tap the line
Tap to show/hide the highest/lowest/average temperature
Tap OK to confirm the settings

Add Rectangle Measurement Tool

Tap to add a rectangle on the Live View.
Optional: Edit the rectangle.
1. Move Rectangle:
  Drag the rectangle
  Tap any part outside of the rectangle to end the moving process
2. Resize Rectangle:
  Tap to turn off the rectangle tool
  Tap the rectangle and drag its vertex
  Tap any part outside of the rectangle to end the resizing process
3. Remove Rectangle:
  Tap the rectangle, and it will pop up an edition window
  Tap to remove it
Optional: Show/Hide Temperature Result
Tap the rectangle, and it will pop up an edition window.
Tap to show/hide the highest/lowest/average temperature
Tap OK to confirm the settings

NO MORE THAN 3 rectangles are supported to set on the Live View.

Set Temperature Alarm (Optional)
The exceptional temperature will cause the flashing High Temp or Low
Temp at the bottom of the Live View and the vibration.

Tap
Tap to input the maximum value of High Temp and the minimum value of Low Temp in the pop-up window.
The threshold range of temperature exception alarm is -20°C ~ 400°C.
Slide to switch on the High Temp alarm or the Low Temp Alarm respectively.
It does NOT support to enable High Temp alarm and Low Temp alarm at the same time.
Tap OK to confirm the settings.

Capture Snapshots and Record Videos

Capture Snapshots
If you need to save snapshots to your phone, please click Settings > General > Save Pictures to Phone.

Tap to capture thermal images and save them to the APP album and your phone.

Record Videos

Tap to shift into Video mode.
Tap to start the video recording, and tap again to sto

Snapshot and Video modes can be freely switched around.

View Snapshots/Videos

You can view the pictures and videos saved in the album as follows:

Tap the snapshot or video on the lower left corner on the Live View.
Tap the snapshot or video on the lower left corner on the Live View, then tap , and you can view all the snapshots and videos.
Tap in the home scree, and you can view all the snapshots and videos

Edit Snapshots

You can adjust the parameters of the snapshot to get more accurate temperature results.

Enter to the Album and select the snapshot.
Tap to enable editing functions.

Video does NOT support editing functions.
The temperature range of Color Alarms is -20°C ~ 150°C.

Share Snapshots and Videos

Enter to Albums, and tap to select the snapshots and videos.

Tap to share the snapshots and videos with the third party.
Optional: Tap to save snapshots and videos to your phone.

Generate and Share PDF Report

Enter to the Album and select the snapshot.
Tap stop to edit the report information.
File Name is a MUST.
Tap Next > to generate a PDF report.

Tap to share the report with the third party.
Video does NOT support PDF report generation and sharing.

Update and Maintenance

Update the Imager
For better operation experience, it is recommended to update to the latest version in time. The imager update is as follows:

In the home screen, tap Device Upgrade > Check for Updates.

In the home screen, tap Device Info > Device Upgrade > Check for Updates.

Reset the Imager
Tap Device Info > Reset > OK to restore the thermal imager.

Be careful to use this function, or the data will be lost.

Error Diagnosis
If you encounter some device exception during the operation, error diagnosis can help you quickly troubleshoot. Feedback paths are as follows:

In the home screen, tap Device Info > Log Diagnosis.
In the home screen, tap Settings > Contact Us to get online service support, hotline support or to submit logs.

Legal Statement

About this Manual
The Manual includes instructions for using and managing the Product. Pictures, charts, images and all other information hereinafter are for description and explanation only. 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/
Please use this Manual with the guidance and assistance of professionals trained in supporting the Product.

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Other trademarks and logos mentioned are the properties of their respective owners.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER
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Regulatory Information

These clauses apply only to the products bearing the corresponding mark or information.

FCC Compliance Statement

Please take attention that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: Due to the device size limit, the above statement may not be disclaimed on the device. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

EU Conformity 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).

This product and – if applicable – the supplied accessories too are marked with “UKCA” and comply therefore with the following directives: Radio Equipment Regulations 2017, Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016, Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016, the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012.
Frequency Bands and Power (for CE/UKCA)
The frequency bands and transmitting power (radiated and/or conducted) nominal limits applicable to the following radio equipment are as follows:
Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz (2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz), 20 dBm
For the device without a supplied power adapter, use the power adapter provided by a qualified manufacturer. Refer to the product specification for detailed power requirements. For the device without a supplied battery, 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. 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 According to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013: Products marked with this symbol cannot be disposed of as 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. See the product documentation for specific battery information. The battery is marked with this symbol, which may include lettering to indicate cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), or mercury (Hg). For proper recycling, return the battery to your supplier or to a designated collection point. For more information see: www.recyclethis.info
According to the Batteries and Accumulators (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2008 and the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009: This product contains a battery that cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the United Kingdom. See the product documentation for specific battery information. The battery is marked with this symbol, which may include lettering to indicate cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), or mercury (Hg). For proper recycling, return the battery to your supplier or to a designated collection point. For more information see: www.recyclethis.info

Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance
This device meets the CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A) standards requirements.

Safety Instruction

These instructions are intended to ensure that user can use the product correctly to avoid danger or property loss.

Transportation

Keep the device in original or similar packaging while transporting it.

Keep all wrappers after unpacking them for future use. In case of any failure occurred, you need to return the device to the factory with the original wrapper. Transportation without the original wrapper may result in damage on the device and the company shall not take any responsibilities.
Do not drop the product or subject it to physical shock. Keep the device away from magnetic interference.

Power Supply

Input voltage should meet the Limited Power Source (5 VDC, 2 A) according to the IEC62368-1 standard. Please refer to technical specifications for detailed information.
Make sure the plug is properly connected to the power socket.
DO NOT connect multiple devices to one power adapter, to avoid over-heating or fire hazards caused by overload.

Use the power adapter provided by qualified manufacturer. Refer to the product specification for detailed power requirements.

Documents / Resources

HIKMICRO Mini2 V2 Thermal Imager [pdf] User Manual
Mini2 V2, Mini2Plus V2, Mini2 V2 Thermal Imager, Mini2 V2, Thermal Imager, Imager

References

User Manual

HIKMICRO Mini2 V2 Thermal Imager

Introduction