Quick Start Guide
Version: V1.0 | Date: 201903
FCC WARNING
This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.
NOTE: This equipment 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 equipment 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 equipment 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.
The rating information is located at the bottom of the unit.
Notice for Use
- Thermal imagers shall not be pointed to high-strength energy sources (including the Sun, laser transmitting equipments and their reflection sources), which otherwise will have a negative influence on its accuracy and damage or permanently damage infrared detector of it.
- When the thermal imager will not be used for a long time, charge the thermal imager at least 4 hours every two months during storage, and store the thermal imager in a dry and well-ventilated environment. Do not charge the battery in an environment over 40°C.
- Wuhan Guide Sensmart Tech Co., Ltd. shall not bear any legal responsibility for any mistake and accident caused by own reasons or reasons of any third party in the course of using this product by the user, or property loss and personal injury caused by misjudgment against images.
This guide is prepared for facilitating users to use and understand our products. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, completeness cannot be guaranteed. Due to continuous updates and upgrades, Wuhan Guide Sensmart Tech Co., Ltd. reserves the right to modify this guide at any time without prior notice.
Device Overview
The thermal imager is a handheld device with various controls and interfaces. The top view shows:
- Photo/video button: For capturing images or starting/stopping video recording.
- Down button: Navigates down in menus or zooms out.
- Menu button: Accesses the main menu or shortcut menu.
- Up button: Navigates up in menus or zooms in.
- Power button: Turns the device on/off or controls display.
- Lens focusing ring: Adjusts the focus of the lens.
- External access interface: Port for external connections.
The bottom view shows:
- Eyepiece: For viewing the display.
- Tripod interface: Standard mount for attaching to a tripod.
- External access interface: Another port for external connections.
- Type C/Micro HDMI: Port for charging and video output.
- Diopter knob: Adjusts the eyepiece focus.
Buttons Function
Button | Device Current Status | Short Press | Long Press | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Power button | Power-off | / | Power on | |
Power on | Calibration | Display off / Power-off | ||
Display off | Display on | Power-off | ||
Down button | No display in the menu bar | Switch to scene mode | Zoom in | |
Display in the menu bar | Upward switching options / Change parameter value | Exit menu display | ||
M Menu button | No display in the menu bar | Enter the shortcut menu | Enter the main menu | |
Display in the menu bar | Enter the sub-menu / Select option/parameter value | Exit the menu bar / back to the previous menu | ||
Up button | No display in the menu bar | Switch to color palettes mode | Zoom out | |
Menu bar display | Downward switching options / Change parameter value | Exit menu display | ||
Photo / video | Photo mode | Photo | / | |
Video mode | / | Start video recording / End video recording |
Shortcut Menu
Short press the 'M' button to enter the shortcut menu. Press the Up/Down button to switch between the following options:
- PIP (Picture-in-Picture): Select left/middle/right to open the PIP window. The PIP window displays a 2X magnification of the main image.
- Screen BRI (Brightness): Ten brightness levels from 10% to 100% can be adjusted.
- Stadiametric Rangefinder: This function estimates the distance to a target using a known target size. Reference examples include Rabbit (35cm), Boar (90cm), and Deer (150cm), with real-time distance information displayed.
Operation Procedure: Align the lower horizontal line with the bottom of the target image. Press the Up/Down button to adjust the width between the upper and lower horizontal lines until the upper line aligns with the top of the target icon. The distance will then be calculated and displayed automatically. By comparing the target size with the reference animal sizes, users can estimate the distance.
- Hot Track: When enabled, the cross cursor tracks the point with the highest temperature in the scene.
- Super Energy-Saving: When this mode is on, screen brightness is reduced to 30% and WiFi is turned off. When off, screen brightness and WiFi are restored to their original state.
NOTE: If WiFi cannot be turned on, please check if the Super energy-saving mode is off.
Main Menu
Long press the 'M' button to enter the main menu. Press the Up/Down button to switch between the following settings categories:
- Image quality adjustment
- Calibration model
- WiFi
- Power saving settings
- Indication settings
- General settings
- Other settings
Power Saving Settings
- Auto Stand-by: If there is no operation for the set duration, the device enters Stand-by mode. If the work indicator is on before entering lock mode, it will flash in Stand-by mode.
- Auto Power-off: If there is no operation for the set duration, the device powers off.
Note: Stand-by mode and power-off cannot be performed while WiFi is connected.
Indication Settings
- Charging Indication: Controls the on/off state of the charging indicator during charging.
- Working Indication: Controls the on/off state of the work indicator during normal operation.
General Settings
- Time Style: Users can choose between 12H/24H time formats according to their habits.
- Date Style: Users can choose different date formats according to their habits.
- Time Setup: Users can adjust the current date and time of the device.
- Watermark Settings: Users can choose the display style of date and time watermarks on the screen according to their habits.
- Language Settings: Options include English, Russian, German, French, and Chinese. Users can adjust the device language accordingly.
- Memory Card Formatting: Allows formatting the memory card to empty its contents.
Other Settings (Optional Feature Settings)
- Ranging: The rangefinder data can be turned on/off. A [plus symbol] appears when 'Ranging' is on, indicating the actual measurement point and displaying measurement data.
- Ranging Coordinates Correction: Available for devices with rangefinders. Used to correct the ranging position when ranging information differs significantly from the actual distance.
Note: When the 'ranging' function is turned on, it cannot be amplified or reduced to ensure ranging accuracy.
- Cursor: The laser cursor can be turned on/off. A [plus symbol] appears when 'Ranging' is on, indicating the actual laser pointing point.
- Cursor Coordinates: Available for devices with laser indicators. Used to correct the laser indication position when the error is large.
Restore Default: Restores the device to its factory state.
Charging
When using the thermal imager for the first time, ensure it is charged for at least 4 hours with a matching USB charger.
To charge, unplug the USB cover at the bottom of the thermal imager, insert the matching Type-C USB charging cable, and connect to power. Charging will then begin.
- Charging Specifications: 5V, 2A
- Charging Indicator: Red during normal charging.
- Charging Indicator: Green when charging is complete.
Note: When charging after the device is powered on:
- "Charging when power on" indicates the external power supply is supplying power for normal operation but is not charging the battery.
- "Indicates that the external power supply is also charging the battery while powering the device to ensure normal operation."
Video Output
A video output port is located beside the USB interface on the side of the thermal imager. External video output is active when the device is powered on.
The thermal imager's image can be output to an external screen via a matching HDMI video cable. Two display modes are available: external screen only, or device screen only. Only one mode can be selected at a time.
Note: When HDMI is used to connect an external display screen, the real-time screen can only be viewed on the external display. There will be no screen display on the device's own screen. The device's screen is restored when the HDMI cable is unplugged.