AGM ASP-MICRO User manual

USER MANUAL
ASP-MICRO
THERMAL IMAGING MONOCULAR

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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.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FCC Conditions
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.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
EU CONFORMITY STATEMENT
This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too
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harmonized European standards listed under the EMC
Directive 2014/30/EU, the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
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2006/66/EC (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
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LIST OF CONTENTS
TITLE PAGE
Safety Summary 5
1. GENERAL INFORMATION 6
1.1System 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
5.1 Specifications 22

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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.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS:
• In addition, an external power supply (5 V) provides an increase in operating
time.

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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. The monocular is
mainly applied to scenarios such as patrolling, law enforcement, searching and
rescuing, drug enforcement, anti-smuggling, criminal seizing, hiking, travel,
and hunting, etc.
TABLE 1-1. MAIN PARTS
ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION
1Body 7Diopter Adjustment Knob
2 Lens Cap 8 Eyepiece
3POWER Button 9 USB Interface Cover
4CAPTURE Button 10 Tripod Screw
5MODE Button 11 Battery Status Indicator
6ZOOM Button 12 USB type C Interface
FIGURE 1-1. MAIN PARTS
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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
1.3 STANDARD COMPONENTS
The standard components are shown in Figure 1-2 and listed in Table 1-2.
The ITEM NO. column indicates the number used to identify items in Figure 1-2.
TABLE 1-2. STANDARD COMPONENTS
ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
1Monocular 1
2 USB Cable 1
3Neck Belt 1
4 Lens Cloth 1
5Operation Manual 1
FIGURE 1-2. STANDARD COMPONENTS
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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.
2.1.2 CHARGING THE MONOCULAR
NOTE:
Please charge the monocular with the delivered USB cable and power adapter.
The charging temperature should be 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F).
1. Lift the USB cover.
2. Plug in the USB cable and charge the device.
3. Plug the power adapter to the power source.
FIGURE 2-1. ASP-MICRO CHARGING
USB
INTERFACE
BATTERY STATUS
INDICATOR

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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.
Each button is responsible for some functions selected by short press or long
press the button. Pushing a button for 2+ second is considered “long press/
hold.”
FIGURE 2-2. CONTROL BUTTONS
POWER ZOOM
CAPTURE MODE
TABLE 2-2. BUTTON FUNCTIONS
BUTTON FUNCTIONS
POWER Press: Standby Mode
Hold: Power On/Off
CAPTURE
Press: Capture Snapshot
Hold: Start/Stop Record Video
Menu Navigation: Cursor Up
MODE
Press: Switch Pallet
Hold: Menu Operation
Menu Navigation: Confirm
ZOOM ±
Press: Digital Zoom
Hold: FFC
Menu Navigation: Cursor Down

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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.
Power Off
When the device is turned on, hold button for 2 seconds to power off the
device.
2.1.5 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.
4. Point the monocular towards the target of the view.
5. Set palettes, brightness, scenes, FFC (Flat Field Corrrection), and DPC
(Defective Pixel Correction) to display the best image effect.
HOT SPOT BATTERY
DIGITAL ZOOM STORAGE
FIGURE 2-3. THE MAIN VIEW
FIGURE 2-4. DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT KNOB
DIOPTER
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

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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.
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. Before connecting the thermal monocular to a computer, please make sure
that the Wi-Fi function of the monocular is disabled.
2. Connect the thermal monocular to your PC with USB cable and open the
detected disk.
3. Enter DCIM>100EZVIZ to view the videos and snapshots.
- Select and copy the videos to PC and play the file with the player.
- Select and copy the snapshots to PC and view the files.
4. Disconnect the device from your PC.
FIGURE 2-5. VIDEO RECORDING

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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.
Press to enable/disable hot spot mark (marking the
spot of highest temperature).
Press to enable or disable the Wi-Fi hotspot. Connect
your phone to the monocular via the Wi-Fi hotspot and
record/capture with App.
Press to enter distance measurement mode. For
details, refer to Section 2.2.2 Distance Measurement.
Press to adjust the brightness. The icons on the left
indicate: high Brightness, medium Brightness, and low
Brightness.
Press to adjust the contrast. The icons on the left
indicate: high contrast, medium contrast, and low contrast.
Press to switch between the summer mode and winter
mode.
Press to adjust the FFC mode to auto, manual, or
external.
Press to correct dead pixel manually.
Press to view the version number and serial number.
Press to restore the device to defaults.

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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.
Press button to switch palettes.
TABLE 2-4. PALETTE SETTINGS
PALETTE DESCRIPTION
WHITE HOT The hot part is white-colored in view. The higher the
temperature is, the lighter the color is.
BLACK HOT The hot part is black-colored in view. The higher the
temperature is, the more black the color is.
FUSION
The hot part is white-colored. From high temperature
to low temperature, the image is colored in from white,
yellow, red, pink to purple.
RED HOT The hot part is red-colored in view. The higher the
temperature is, the redder the color is.
2.2.4 BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT
Select and press button to adjust the brightness. In white hot mode,
you can adjust the brightness as > > to adjust the image darker
and darker.
In black hot mode, the brightness of the image turns in the opposite way.
FIGURE 2-7. BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT
2.2.5 CONTRAST ADJUSTMENT
Select and press button to adjust the image contrast.

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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.
2.2.8 FLAT FIELD CORRECTION
Flat Field Correction (FFC) function can correct nonuniformity of display.
1. Hold button to show the menu of monocular.
2. Select menu item and press button to switch the FFC mode.
Manual: Hold button in live view to correct the nonuniformity of display.
Auto: The monocular performs FFC automatically when switching on or
rebooting the camera.
External: Cover the lens cover, then hold button in live view to correct
the nonuniformity of display.
3. Hold button to confirm.
2.2.9 DEFECTIVE PIXELS CORRECTION
Defective Pixels Correction (DPC) function can correct the defective pixels on
the screen which are not performed as expected.
Before you start switch the palettes mode to white hot mode.
1. Hold button to show the menu of monocular.
2. Select menu item.
3. Press button to select the offset. The offset refers to the moving length
of cursor.
4. Press and to select the moving direction.
5. Press to move the cursor to the position of dead pixel.
6. Hold to correct the dead pixel.
2.2.10 DISTANCE MEASUREMENT
The device can detect the distance between the target and the observation
position.
NOTE:
When measuring the distance, keep the hand and the position steady.
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1. Hold button to show the menu.
2. Select menu item and press button to go to the setting interface.
1) Press or to select the target from Deer, Wolf, Bear, and
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 .
The left top of the image displays the distance measurement result and the
height of the target.
NOTE:
Go to distance measurement interface, and press to view the result of the
previous measuring target.
2.2.11 NETWORK CONFIGURATION
Connect your phone to the Wi-Fi hotspot of the monocular, you can configure
the parameters and realize functions of the device.
1. Hold button to show the menu of monocular.
2. Select to enable Wi-Fi hotspot function.
3. Turn on the WLAN and connect to the Wi-Fi hotspot.
- Hotspot Name: Wlan-IPTS Serial No.
- Hotspot Password: Serial No.
4. Search the client software on App Store (iOS System) or Google PlayTM
(Android System) to download and install the app.
5. Open the APP and connect your phone with the device. You can view the
interface of monocular on your phone.
NOTE:
When the power is less than 15%, the Wi-Fi hotspot function will be turned off
automatically.
FIGURE 2-8. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT

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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 for three seconds to
activate the OSD menu.
2. Move the cursor to menu item and press the button to restore all
parameters to default settings.
1. Open the APP and connect the phone or pad with the device.
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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.

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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.
Clean the glass surfaces using circular movements, starting from the center
of the lens and moving out towards the edge, without touching the lens
holder. Change the cotton swab after each circular stroke. Repeat this step
until the glass surfaces are clean.
6. Clean the accessories with a soft brush (or cloth) dampened with soap and
water.
3.1.2 PREPARING FOR EXTENDED STORAGE
CAUTION:
Thoroughly dry each item before placing them into the storage case.
To prepare the monocular for extended storage:
1. Clean the monocular and accessories.
2. Place all items into the storage case.
3.1.3 VIEW DEVICE INFORMATION
1. Hold button to show the menu of device.
2. Select , and press button. You can view the device information such
as version, and serial No.
3.1.4 UPGRADE DEVICE
Please get the upgrade package first.
1. Connect the device to your PC with USB cable.
2. Open the detected disk, copy the upgrade file and paste it to the root directory
of the device.
3. Disconnect the device from your PC.
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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 buttont to restore the device to defaults according
to the prompt.
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.
This table does not list all the malfunctions that may occur with your device, or
all of the tests, inspections, and corrective actions that may be necessary to fix
them. If the equipment malfunction is not corrected by the suggested actions,
or a problem occurs that is not listed in this table, please contact AGM Global
Vision’s Customer Support center or your retailer.
TABLE 3-1. TROUBLESHOOTING
MALFUNCTION CORRECTIVE ACTION
The charge
indicator flashes
improperly.
Examine whether the device is charged with
standard power adapter and the charging
temperature is 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F).
Device power
indicator is off. Examine whether the device is off-battery.
The image of the
monocular is not
clear.
Perform the sight adjustment referring to section
2.1.5.
Wi-Fi is not
found.
Examine whether the Wi-Fi function is turned on. If
not, go to OSD menu and turn on Wi-Fi.
Capturing or
recording fails.
Examine the items below:
1. Whether the device is connected to your PC and
disabled the capturing and recording.
2. Whether the storage space is full.
3. Whether the device is low-battery.
The PC cannot
identify the
monocular.
Examine the items below:
1. Whether the device is connected to your PC with
standard USB cable.
2. If you use other USB cables, make sure the cable
length is no longer than 1 m.
3. Whether the Wi-Fi function is turned on. If so, go to
OSD menu and turn off Wi-Fi.

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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. In the event that a defect covered by the warranty below
occurs during the applicable period stated above, AGM Global Vision, at its
discretion, will either repair or replace the product; such action on the part of
AGM Global Vision shall be the full extent of AGM Global Vision’s liability, and
the Customer’s sole and exclusive reparation. This warranty does not cover
a product if it has been (a) used in ways other than its normal and customary
manner; (b) subjected to misuse; (c) subjected to alterations, modifications or
repairs by the Customer or by any party other than AGM Global Vision without
prior written consent of AGM Global Vision; (d) is the result of a special order or
categorized as “close-out” merchandise or merchandise sold “as-is” by either
AGM Global Vision or the AGM Global Vision dealer; or (e) merchandise that has
been discontinued by the manufacturer and either parts or replacement units
are not available due to reasons beyond the control of AGM Global Vision. AGM
Global Vision shall not be responsible for any defects or damage that in AGM
Global Vision’s view are a result from the mishandling, abuse, misuse, improper
storage or improper operation of the device, including use in conjunction
with equipment that is electrically or mechanically incompatible with, or of
inferior quality to, the product, as well as failure to maintain the environmental
conditions specified by the manufacturer. This warranty is extended only to
the original purchaser. Any breach of this warranty shall be enforced unless
the customer notifies AGM Global Vision at the address noted below within the
applicable warranty period.
The customer understands and agrees that except for the foregoing warranty,
no other warranties written or oral, statutory, expressed or implied, including
any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,
shall apply to the product. All such implied warranties are hereby and expressly
disclaimed.
4.1.2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
AGM Global Vision will not be liable for any claims, actions, suits, proceedings,
costs, expenses, damages, or liabilities arising out of the use of this product.
Operation and use of the product are the sole responsibility of the Customer.
AGM Global Vision’s sole undertaking is limited to providing the products
and services outlined herein in accordance with the terms and conditions of
this Agreement. The provision of products sold and services performed by
AGM Global Vision to the Customer shall not be interpreted, construed, or
regarded, either expressly or implied, as being for the benefit of or creating any