ASP-MICRO THERMAL IMAGING MONOCULAR USER MANUAL
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FCC INFORMATION Please take attention that changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC compliance: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
LIST OF CONTENTS TITLE PAGE Safety Summary 5 1. GENERAL INFORMATION 6 1.1 System Description 6 1.2 Key Features 7 1.3 Standard Components 7 2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8 2.1. Basic Operations 8 2.2 Main Function 12 2.3 Client Software Introduction 16 3. MAINTENANCE 18 3.1 Maintenance 18 3.2 Troubleshooting 19 4. WARRANTY INFORMATION 20 4.1 Warranty Information and Registration 20 5. SPECIFICATIONS 22 5.
SAFETY SUMMARY • • • • Read and follow all instructions Read all warnings Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer All service must be provided by the manufacturer WARNING: This product contains natural rubber latex, which may cause potentially fatal allergic reactions! If you are allergic to latex, it is important that you strictly avoid exposure to products that contain it.
1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The Asp-Micro handheld observational thermal monocular is equipped with a 160×120 or 384×288 infrared detector and a 720×540 LCOS display. It supports functions of observation, highest temperature target tracking, distance measurement, Wi-Fi hotspot, and so on. The high-sensitivity built-in thermal detector provides you with clear view even in total darkness.
1.2 KEY FEATURES • • • • • • • • • • • 160×120 or 384×288 resolution, high sensitivity detector Adaptive AGC, DDE, 3D DNR 720×540 resolution LCOS display Distance measurement Highest temperature tracking Built-in memory module supports video recording and snapshot capturing Wi-Fi hotspot Built-in rechargeable Lithium battery More than 7 hours continuous running (with Wi-Fi off) Type-C interface Limited 3-year warranty 1.
2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1. BASIC OPERATIONS 2.1.1 UNPACKING The following steps must be completed prior to each mission. 1. Open the carrying case, remove the monocular, and verify that all components are included. 2. Inspect the monocular for any obvious evidence of damage to the optical surfaces, body, eyecup, operation buttons, etc. Ensure that all optical surfaces are clean and ready for use. Clean all optical surfaces with a lens tissue. 2.1.
When the monocular is turned on, the OSD (on-screen display) shows the battery status. When you see the Low Battery status, charge the monocular and ensure it’s working properly. TABLE 2-1. BATTERY LED INDICATOR STATUS INDICATORS FUNCTIONS Flashing Red & Green Error occurred. Solid Red Battery is properly charged. Solid Green Battery is fully charged. Off Battery is not charged. 2.1.3 CONTROL BUTTONS The Asp-Micro controls are shown in Figures 2-2 and are defined in Tables 2-2.
2.1.4 POWER ON AND OFF Power On When the device is connected to USB cable or the battery is enough, press button to power on the device. DIGITAL ZOOM HOT SPOT STORAGE BATTERY FIGURE 2-3. THE MAIN VIEW Power Off When the device is turned on, hold device. 2.1.5 button for 2 seconds to power off the THERMAL VIEW OBSERVATION 1. Power on the monocular. 2. Hold the monocular and make sure the eyepiece covers your eye. 3. Adjust the diopter adjustment knob until the OSD text or image is clear.
2.1.6 RECORD/CAPTURE Video Recording In the main live view, hold button and start recording. In the upper left corner, the recording time displays. Hold button again to stop recording. FIGURE 2-5. VIDEO RECORDING Snapshot Capturing On the main live view page, press to capture picture. NOTE: • When capturing succeeds, the image freezes for 1 second and a prompt shows on the display. • For exporting captured pictures, refer to Export Files. 2.1.7 FILE EXPORT 1.
2.2 MAIN FUNCTIONS 2.2.1 MENU OPERATION When the device powers on, hold button to display the menu. Press button to move the cursor up, and press button to move the cursor down. Press button to confirm. OK FIGURE 2-6. THE MAIN MENU TABLE 2-3. MENU FUNCTION MENU ITEM FUNCTION Press to display or hide the OSD information. to enable/disable hot spot mark (marking the Press spot of highest temperature). Press to enable or disable the Wi-Fi hotspot.
2.2.2 SCENE SELECTION You can select proper scene according to environment temperature to improve the display effect. 1. Hold button to go to the menu. 2. Select menu item and press to switch scene. refers to summer mode and is recommended in high temperature environment. refers to winter mode and is recommended in low temperature environment. 3. Hold to save settings and exit. 2.2.3 PALETTE SETTINGS You can select different palettes to display the same scene in different effects.
2.2.6 HOT SPOT MARK The device can detect the highest temperature spot in the scene and mark it on display. In the menu, select / and press button to enable/disable hot spot mark (marking the spot of highest temperature). When the hot spot mark is enabled, the mark displays in the spot of the highest temperature. When the scene changes, the mark moves. 2.2.7 DIGITAL ZOOM Press button in the view mode, the live view will switch between 1×, 2×, and 4× digital zoom. 2.2.
1. Hold button to show the menu. 2. Select menu item and press button to go to the setting interface. or to select the target from Deer, Wolf, Bear, and 1) Press Custom. 2) Set the target height. NOTE: The available height ranges from 0.1 m to 9.9 m. 3) Press to confirm. 3. Align the center of top mark with the edge of target top. Press . The cursor blinks on the top edge of the target. 4. Align the center of bottom mark with the edge of target bottom. Press .
2.3 CLIENT SOFTWARE INTRODUCTION We recommend using T-Vision (V5.4.12 and below) software. Install the client software on your mobile phone first, and then connect your phone to the hotspot of the monocular. Refer to chapter 2.2.11 for details of hotspot connection. NOTE: The device password is set by user at first activation. If the password was lost or forgotten, it can be reset. To make a reset, provide the following action: 1. When the monocular is turned on, hold the button activate the OSD menu.
2. If the device is inactivated, set the password and activate it. If the device is activated, enter the password to add it to app. 3. When the device is added, the live view can be seen. You can view the interface of the monocular on the software. User can change such image parameters as brightness, contrast, zoom, palettes directly via phone or pad as well as record video on phone/pad memory.
3 MAINTENANCE 3.1 MAINTENANCE 3.1.1 CLEANING PROCEDURES 1. Gently brush off any dirt from the body of the device using a clean, soft cloth. 2. Moisten the cloth with fresh water and gently wipe down the external surfaces (except lenses). 3. Dry any wet surfaces (except lenses) using another dry, clean, soft cloth. 4. Using a lens brush, carefully remove all loose dirt from the lenses. 5. Dampen a cotton swab with ethanol and slowly, gently wipe down the lenses.
The device upgrades automatically. The upgrading process will be displayed in the main interface. 3.1.5 RESTORE DEVICE 1. Hold button to show the menu of device. 2. Select and press to the prompt. buttont to restore the device to defaults according 3.2 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 3-1 lists the most common malfunctions that may occur with your equipment. Perform the tests, inspections, and corrective actions in the order they appear in the table.
4 WARRANTY INFORMATION 4.1 WARRANTY INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION 4.1.1 WARRANTY INFORMATION This product is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase.
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5 SPECIFICATIONS 5.1 SPECIFICATIONS ASP-MICRO TM160 Detector Type Resolution 160×120 384×288 Refresh Rate 50 Hz Response Waveband Lens (Focal Length) Aperture Field of View (H×V) 8 μm to 14 μm 6.2 mm 15 mm F1.1 F1.0 15.61° × 11.74° 16.51° × 12.42° Magnification 1× Digital Zoom 1×, 2×, 4× Monitor FFC (Flat Field Correction) Palettes 720×540, 0.
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