Axion XQ LRF User manual
Axion XQ LRF
Manual
Content
Description
Package Contents
Features
Components and Controls
Button Operation
Using the Battery Pack
Battery Charging
Battery Installation
Precautions
Recommendations for Use
External Power Supply
Powering on and Image Setting
Microbolometer Calibration
Discrete Digital Zoom
Status Bar
Quick Menu Functions
Main Menu Functions
Enter the Main Menu
Mode
Image Detail Boost
Color Modes
Calibration Mode
PiP Mode
Icon Brightness
General Settings
Rangefinder
Defective Pixel Repair
Defective Pixel Repair
Restore Default Pixel Map
Device Information
Built-In Laser Rangefinder
Display-Off Function
PiP Function
USB Connection
Installing the Device on a Tripod
Technical Inspection
Technical Maintenance and Storage
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Legal Compliances and Disclaimers
Description
Axion XQ LRF thermal imaging monoculars are designed for use both at night-time and
during the day and provide exceptional image quality even in adverse weather conditions (fog,
smog, rain) and beyond obstacles like branches, tall grass, dense foliage, etc. known to hinder
target detection.
Unlike night-vision devices based on electron-optical converters, thermal imaging devices do
not need an external light source and are resistant to bright light.
Axion XQ LRF thermal imagers are designed for various applications including hunting,
observation, security, terrain orientation, search and rescue operations, etc.
Axion XQ LRF thermal imagers are equipped with a built-in laser rangefinder with a range of
up to 1000 m and a measurement accuracy of ± 1 m.
Package Contents
Axion XQ LRF thermal monocular
APS 5 rechargeable battery
2 battery-locking covers
Battery charger
Power adapter
USB Type-C cable
Carrying case
Hand strap
Quick reference user manual
Lens cleaning cloth
Warranty information
Tripod adapter
Features
384x288 microbolometer sensor resolution
17-micron pixel pitch
1024x768 AMOLED display resolution
Compact and lightweight
Functional and ergonomic design
8-color display palette
3 calibration modes: Manual, Semi-Automatic, Automatic
Detection range up to 1350 m/1475 yds
Smooth digital zoom 3.5-14x
4 observation modes: Forest, Rocks, Identification, User
Integrated laser rangefinder
Display-Off function
Defective pixel repair
Updatable firmware
Wide operating temperature range (-25°? to +40°?)
Fully waterproof (IPX7 rated)
Tripod mount
Battery Pack
Quick Change Li-Ion Battery Pack APS 5
Charging from USB Power Bank
Quick-Charge power delivery
Components and Controls
1. Eyepiece focus ring
2. DOWN/LRF button
3. MENU button
4. UP/ZOOM button
5. Power ON/OFF/CALIBRATION button
6. Lens focus ring
7. Lens cover
8. Tripod adapter socket
9. USB Type-C connector
10. Laser rangefinder
LED indicator displays the current status of the device:
LED Indicator Operating Mode
Device is turned on
The device is turned on/battery charge
< 10%
Button Operation
Operation Button
Power device on short press
Power device off long press for 3 secs
Turn display o? long press for less than 3 secs
Turn display on short press
Calibrate the microbolometer short press
Switch observation modes short press
Control discrete digital zoom long press
Quick change of color palettes long press
Laser Rangefinder Button
Turn on rangefinder short press
Single distance measurement short press
Activate rangefinder scan mode long press
Deactivate rangefinder scan mode short press
Turn off rangefinder long press
Main Menu Button
Enter main menu long press
Navigation upwards/rightwards short press
Navigation downwards/leftwards short press
Con?rm selection short press
Exit submenu without con?rming
selection long press
Exit menu (switch to viewing mode) long press
Quick Menu Button
Enter quick menu short press
Switch between quick menu options short press
Increase value short press
Decrease value short press
Exit quick menu long press
Battery Charging
The Axion XQ LRFthermal imager comes with an APS 5 rechargeable Lithium-ion battery.
APS 5 batteries support USB Power Delivery fast charging technology when using a standard
charging set (charger, USB Type-C cable, power adapter). Before first use, make sure the
battery is fully charged.
Option 2
1. Insert the APS 5 battery (11) along the guide into the APS 5 charger (12) slot as far as it
will go. The APS charger is supplied with your device and sold separately.
2. Connect the plug of the USB Type-C cable (16) to the USB Type-C connector of the
Power Adapter(15).
3. Plug the Power Adapter (15) into a 100-240 V socket (17).
4. Connect the other end of the USB Type-C cable (16) to the USB Type-C connector (14)
of the charger.
5. LED indicators (13) will display the battery charge level (see Table).
Note:Two batteries can be charged at the same time, a second slot is provided for it.
LED indication (13) in the battery
charging mode Battery Level
Battery charge level is from 0% to 25%
Battery charge level is from 26% to
50%
Battery charge level is from 51% to
80%
Battery charge level is from 81% to
99%
Battery is fully charged. It can be
disconnected from the charger.
Defective battery. Do not use the
battery!
LED indication (13) in the standby
mode*Battery Level
Battery charge level is from 0% to 25%
Battery charge level is from 26% to
50%
Battery charge level is from 51% to
80%
Battery charge level is from 81% to
99%
Battery is fully charged. It can be
disconnected from the charger.
Defective battery. Do not use the
battery!
* Standby mode is when the batteries are in the charger but the Power Adapter is not
connected. In this mode, the indicators are only on for 10 seconds.
Attention! When using a Power Adapter that does not support USB Power Delivery fast
charging technology, the flicker frequency of the LED indicators decreases by a factor of 3 and
the charge time increases.
Attention! The charger heats up during fast charging. Excess heat is removed through the
radiator and does not affect the device operation.
Battery Installation
1. Put the Lock-cover (18) on the rechargeable APS 5 battery (11).
2. Insert the APS 5 battery (11) along the guide into the battery compartment (19).
3. Lock the battery (11) by turning the Lock-cover (18)clockwise until it stops.
4. Turn the Lock-cover (18) counter-clockwise to remove the battery (11).
Precautions
Always use the APS 5 charger supplied with the device (or purchased separately) to
charge APS 5 batteries. Using an unsuitable charger can cause irreparable damage to
the battery and fire.
Do not charge the battery immediately after exposure to a cold environment. Let the
battery warm for at least 30 minutes before charging.
Do not leave the battery unattended while charging.
Do not use the charger if it has been modified or damaged.
Do not leave the battery in a plugged-in charger after charging is complete.
Do not expose the battery to high temperatures or open flames.
Do not use the battery as a power source for devices that do not support APS 5 batteries.
Do not disassemble or deform the battery or charger.
Do not drop or strike the battery or charger.
Protect the battery and charger from water and moisture.
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Recommendations for Use
The batteries should be partially charged (50 to 80 %) for long-term storage.
Charge at an ambient temperature of 0°C to +35°C (32°F to 95°F) or the lifespan of the
battery will decrease significantly.
Using the battery at sub 0°C (<32°F) ambient temperature decreases battery capacity.
This is normal and not a defect.
Using the battery at temperatures outside the range of -25°C to +40°C (-13°F to 104°F)
may reduce battery life.
The battery is short-circuit protected. Any situation that may cause short-circuiting should
be avoided.
External Power Supply
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External power can be supplied from an external source, such as a Power Bank (5-15 V).
1. Connect the external power source to the USB Type-C connector (9) on the device.
2. The device will switch to draw power from the external source while the ?PS5 battery is
gradually recharged.
3. A battery icon will appear on the display showing the percentage-charged level.
4. An icon will be displayed when the device is powered by an external power source
and the ?PS5 battery is not connected.
5. The device automatically switches to the APS 5 battery when the external power supply
is disconnected.
Attention! Charging APS 5 batteries from an external source at temperatures below 0°C
(<32°F) can reduce battery life. When using external power, connect the power bank to the
device only after it has been turned on and working (warming) for at least several minutes.
Powering on and Image Setting
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1. Open the lens cover (7). The lens cover can be secured to the strap using the built-in
magnet.
2. Press the ON/OFF (5)button briefly to turn on the device.
3. Adjust the eyepiece focus ring (1) of the device until the symbols on the display are
sharp.
4. Rotate the lens focus ring (6) to focus on the object being observed.
5. Enter the main menu with a long press of the MENU (3) button and select the desired
calibration mode: Manual (M), Semi-Automatic (SA) or Automatic (A).
6. Calibrate the image by briefly pressing the ON/OFF (5)button.If the SA or Acalibration
mode has been selected the microbolometer is closed with an internal shutter
automatically. However, if the Mcalibration mode has been selected you must close the
lens cover before calibrating manually.
7. Select the desired observation mode (Forest, Identification, Rocks, User) by briefly
pressing the UP (4). User mode allows you to change and save user-defined brightness
and contrast settings in the quick menu.
8. Enter the main menu with a long press of the MENU (3) button and select the desired
color palette (for more details see the Color Modes section).
9. Activate the quick menu by briefly pressing the MENU (3) button to adjust the
brightness, contrast and smooth digital zoom (for more details see the Quick Menu
Functions section).
10. After use, turn the device off by a long press of the ON/OFF (5)
Warning! Never point the lens at intensive energy sources such as laser radiation emitting
devices or the sun. It can damage electronic components in the device. The warranty does not
cover damage arising from failure to comply with operating instructions.
Microbolometer Calibration
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Calibration eliminates image flaws (such as vertical bars, phantom images, grainy field of
view, etc.) by equalizing the microbolometer background temperature.
During calibration, the image on the display briefly freezes for up to 1 second.
There are three calibration modes: Manual (M), Semi-Automatic (SA) and Automatic (A).
Select the required mode in the Calibration Mode menu item.
M mode (Manual).
Close the lens cover and press the ON/OFF (5) button briefly.
Open the lens cover after the calibration is completed.
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