Hikmicro STELLAR Series User manual

Thermal Image Scope
HIKMICRO STELLAR Series
User Manual V5.5.54 202212
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Thermal Image Scope User Manual
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Overview....................................................................................................................1
1.1 Device Description.................................................................................................................1
1.2 Main Function........................................................................................................................1
1.3 Appearance............................................................................................................................1
Chapter 2 Preparation................................................................................................................3
2.1 Cable Connection...................................................................................................................3
2.2 Install Battery ........................................................................................................................3
2.2.1 Battery Instruction .....................................................................................................3
2.2.2 Battery Installation.....................................................................................................3
2.3 Power On/Off ........................................................................................................................4
2.4 Menu Description..................................................................................................................5
2.5 Firmware Status ....................................................................................................................5
2.5.1 Client Software Connection .......................................................................................5
2.5.2 Check Firmware Status...............................................................................................6
2.5.3 Upgrade Device ..........................................................................................................7
2.6 Zeroing...................................................................................................................................8
Chapter 3 Image Settings............................................................................................................9
3.1 Adjust Diopter .......................................................................................................................9
3.2 Adjust Focus...........................................................................................................................9
3.3 Adjust Brightness.................................................................................................................10
3.4 Adjust Contrast....................................................................................................................10
3.5 Select Scene Mode ..............................................................................................................10
3.6 Set Palettes..........................................................................................................................10
3.7 Correct Defective Pixel........................................................................................................12
3.8 Flat Field Correction ............................................................................................................13
3.9 Set Picture in Picture Mode ................................................................................................13
3.10 Adjust Digital Zoom...........................................................................................................14
Chapter 4 Zeroing.....................................................................................................................15
4.1 Select Reticle Group ............................................................................................................15
4.2 Set Reticle............................................................................................................................15

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4.3 Correct Reticle .....................................................................................................................17
Chapter 5 Measure Distance.....................................................................................................19
Chapter 6 General Settings.......................................................................................................20
6.1 Set OSD ................................................................................................................................20
6.2 Set Brand Logo.....................................................................................................................20
6.3 Burning Prevention .............................................................................................................21
6.4 Capture and Video...............................................................................................................21
6.4.1 Capture Picture.........................................................................................................21
6.4.2 Set Audio ..................................................................................................................21
6.4.3 Record Video ............................................................................................................22
6.4.4 Prerecord Video........................................................................................................22
6.5 Hot Tracking.........................................................................................................................23
6.6 Export Files ..........................................................................................................................23
Chapter 7 System Settings........................................................................................................25
7.1 Synchronize Time ................................................................................................................25
7.2 Language Settings................................................................................................................25
7.3 Unit Settings ........................................................................................................................25
7.4 View Device Information ....................................................................................................25
7.5 Restore Device.....................................................................................................................26
Chapter 8 Frequently Asked Questions .....................................................................................27
8.1 Why is the monitor off? ......................................................................................................27
8.2 The image is not clear, how to adjust it? ...........................................................................27
8.3 Capturing or recording fails. What's the problem? ...........................................................27
8.4 Why the PC cannot identify the device? ............................................................................27
Chapter 9 Appendix..................................................................................................................28
9.1 Device Command.................................................................................................................28
9.2 Device Communication Matrix ...........................................................................................28
Safety Instruction.....................................................................................................................29
Legal Information.....................................................................................................................31
Regulatory Information............................................................................................................32

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Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Device Description
HIKMICRO STELLAR Thermal Image Scope provides clear image under harsh environment
conditions like darkness, fog, smoke, dust, rain, snow, wood, camouflage, etc. The traditional-style
50mm Tube meets the needs of professional hunters who value traditions and seek technological
superiority, ensuring an extreme detection range.
1.2 Main Function
●Distance Measurement: The device can detect the distance between the target and the device.
●Hot Tracking: The device can detect the highest temperature in the scene and mark the spot.
●Zeroing: The reticle helps you to aim at the target fast and accurately. See Zeroing.
●Client Software Connection: The device can capture snapshots, record videos, and set
parameters by HIKMICRO Sight app after being connected to your phone via hotspot.
●Image Correction: The device supports DPC (Defective Pixel Correction) and FFC (Flat Field
Correction) which can optimize the image quality.
1.3 Appearance
Figure 1-1 Buttons and Components

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Table 1-1 Description of Buttons and Components
No.
Component
Function
1
Lens Cover
Protects the lens.
2
Focus Ring
Adjusts focus to obtain clear targets.
3
Type-C Interface
To connect the device to power supply or transmit data
with a type-C cable.
4
Battery
Compartment
For holding the battery.
5
Wheel
●Hold: Enter/Exit menu
●Rotate: Switch digital zoom
6
Power Key
●Press: Standby mode/Wake up device
●Hold: Power on/off
7
Palettes Key
●Press: Switch palettes
●Hold: Manual FFC
8
Capture Key
●Press: Capture snapshot
●Hold: Start/Stop recording
9
Diopter
Adjustment Ring
Adjusts the dioptric setting.
10
Eyepiece
The piece placed closest to the eye to view the target.
Note
Switch reticle: Press Capture Key and Palettes Key at the same time in the live view mode.

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Chapter 2 Preparation
2.1 Cable Connection
Connect the device and power adaptor with a type-C cable to charge the device. Alternatively,
connect the device and PC to export files.
Figure 2-1 Cable Connection
2.2 Install Battery
2.2.1 Battery Instruction
●Charge the device for more than 4 hours before first use.
●The built-in battery type is 18650 with the protection board, and the battery size should be 23
mm × 67 mm. The rated voltage and capacity are 3.6 VDC/3350 mAh (12.18 Wh).
●The external removable battery type is CR123A. The max. rated voltage is 3 VDC/2 A, and the
battery capacity is 1600 mAh.
●Do not charge the removable battery in the package.
●Install the external battery before the built-in battery runs out, or the device cannot be turned
on.
2.2.2 Battery Installation
Insert the batteries into the battery compartment.
Steps
1. Turn the battery cover anticlockwise to loosen it.

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Figure 2-2 Loosen the Cover
2. Insert the battery into the battery compartment with the positive mark inward.
Figure 2-3 Install the Battery
3. Turn the battery cover clockwise to tighten it.
Figure 2-4 Tighten the Cover
Note
Remove the battery if the device is not used for a long time.
2.3 Power On/Off
Power On
When the battery is sufficiently charged, press to power on the device.
Power Off
When the device is turned on, hold for 2 seconds to power off the device.
Note
●Power-off countdown will appear when you power off the device. You can press any key to
interrupt the countdown and cancel the power-off.
●Automatic low battery power-off cannot be canceled.

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Auto Power Off
You can set the auto power off time for your device.
Steps
1. Hold the wheel to go to the menu.
2. Rotate the wheel to select , and press the wheel to select the auto power off time as
required.
3. Hold the wheel to save and exit.
Note
●See the battery icon for the electricity quantity. means the battery is fully charged, and
means that the battery is low.
●When the low power note shows, charge the battery.
2.4 Menu Description
When the device is turned on, hold the wheel to show the menu.
In the menu, you can rotate the wheel to select functions, press the wheel to configure the selected
function, and hold the wheel to exit the menu.
Figure 2-5 Menu Interface
2.5 Firmware Status
2.5.1 Client Software Connection
Connect the device to the HIKMICRO Sight app via hotspot, and then you can capture picture,

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record video, or configure parameters on your phone.
Steps
1. Hold the wheel to show the menu of device.
2. Press to enable hotspot function.
3. Turn on the WLAN of your phone and connect to the hotspot.
●Hotspot Name: HIK-IPTS Serial No.
●Hotspot Password: Serial No.
4. Search the HIKMICRO Sight app on App Store (iOS System) or Google Play™ (Android System) to
download it, or scan the QR code to download and install the app.
Android System
iOS System
5. Open the app and connect your phone with the device. You can view the interface of device on
your phone.
Note
●The device cannot connect to the App if entering wrong password several times. Refer to
Restore Device to reset the device, and connect the app again.
●The device should be activated for the first use. The default password must be changed after
the activation.
2.5.2 Check Firmware Status
Steps
1. Open the HIKMICRO Sight and connect your device to the app.
2. Check if there is a red spot on the connection interface. If there is no red spot, the firmware is
the latest version. Otherwise, the firmware is not the latest version.
Figure 2-6 Check Firmware Status

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3. (Optional) If the firmware is not the latest version, upgrade the device. See Upgrade Device.
2.5.3 Upgrade Device
Upgrade Device via HIKMICRO Sight
Before You Start
Install HIKMICRO Sight on your phone and connect your device to the app.
Steps
1. Tap the device series to enter the device information interface.
2. Tap Device Upgrade to enter the firmware upgrade interface
3. Tap Upgrade to start upgrade.
Figure 2-7 Upgrade Firmware
Note
The upgrading operation may vary due to app updates. Please take the actual app version for
reference.
Upgrade Device via PC
Before You Start
●Please get the upgrade package (including Main Firmware and FPGA Firmware) first.
●Make sure the hotspot function is disabled.
●Remove batteries from the device before connecting to your PC.
●Turn on the device after connecting it to your PC, and keep the device on for 10 to 15 seconds
before other operations.

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Steps
1. Connect the device to your PC with cable, and then turn on the device.
2. Open the detected disk, copy the upgrade file and paste it to the root directory of the device.
3. Hold to reboot the device, and the device upgrades automatically. The upgrading process
will be displayed in the main interface.
Note
During the upgrade, make sure the device is connected to your PC. Otherwise, it may cause
unnecessary upgrade failure, firmware damage, etc.
4. Repeat the above steps to upgrade all firmware one by one.
2.6 Zeroing
You can enable the reticle to view the position of the target. The functions such as freeze and
zoom help to adjust the reticle more accurately. See Zeroing for detailed instructions.
Figure 2-8 Zeroing

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Chapter 3 Image Settings
3.1 Adjust Diopter
Steps
1. Power on the device.
2. Open the lens cover.
3. Hold the device and make sure the eyepiece covers your eye.
4. Adjust the focus ring until the OSD text or image is clear.
Figure 3-1 Adjust Diopter
Note
When adjusting diopter, DO NOT touch the surface of lens to avoid smearing the lens.
3.2 Adjust Focus
Steps
1. Power on the device.
2. Hold the device and make sure the eyepiece covers your eye.
3. Adjust the focus ring until the image is clear.
Figure 3-2 Adjust Focus
Note
When focusing, do not touch the surface of lens to avoid smearing the lens.

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3.3 Adjust Brightness
In the menu mode, rotate the wheel to select and press the wheel to adjust brightness. In
white hot mode, the higher the value of brightness is, the brighter the image is. The image effect
in white hot mode is showed as picture below and effect in black hot mode is opposite.
Figure 3-3 Adjust Brightness in White Hot Mode
3.4 Adjust Contrast
In the menu mode, rotate the wheel to select and press the wheel to adjust image contrast.
3.5 Select Scene Mode
You can select proper scene mode according to actual using scene to improve the display effect.
Steps
1. Hold the wheel to go to the menu.
2. Rotate the wheel to select and press the wheel to switch scene mode.
–refers to recognition mode and is recommended in normal scene.
–refers to jungle mode and is recommended in hunting environment.
3. Hold the wheel to save settings and exit.
3.6 Set Palettes
You can select different palettes to display the same scene in different effects. Press in live
view mode to switch palettes.
White Hot
The hot part is light-colored in view. The higher the temperature is, the lighter the color is.

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Black Hot
The hot part is black-colored in view. The higher the temperature is, the darker the color is.
Red Hot
The hot part is red-colored in view. The higher the temperature is, the redder the color is.
Fusion
From high temperature to low temperature, the image is colored in from white, yellow, red,
pink to purple.

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3.7 Correct Defective Pixel
The device can correct the defective pixels on the screen.
Steps
1. Hold the wheel to show the menu.
2. Rotate the wheel to select , and press the wheel to enter the DPC setting interface.
3. In the DPC Interface, rotate the wheel to select Axis, and press the wheel to switch the moving
direction of the cursor.
4. Rotate the wheel to move the cursor until it reaches the defective pixel, and press the wheel to
confirm.
5. Rotate the wheel to select DPC, and press the wheel to correct the defective pixel.
Note
●The selected defective pixel can be magnified and displayed at the bottom right of the
interface.
Figure 3-4 Correct Defective Pixel
●When the menu or OSD blocks the defective pixel, the menu at the bottom can be hidden,

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and the menu at the upper left can be mirrored to the upper right of the interface.
Figure 3-5 Mirror Effect
3.8 Flat Field Correction
This function can correct non-uniformity of display.
Steps
1. Hold the wheel to enter the menu.
2. Rotate the wheel to select , and press the wheel to switch the FFC mode.
–Manual FFC: In the live view mode, hold to trigger calibration.
–Auto FFC: The device performs FFC automatically according to the set schedule when
switching on the camera.
–External: In the live view mode, cover the lens cover and hold to trigger calibration.
3. Hold the wheel to save and exit.
3.9 Set Picture in Picture Mode
Steps
1. In the live view mode, hold the wheel to show the menu.
2. Rotate the wheel to select , and press the wheel to enable or disable PIP mode. The details
show in the upper center of the view.
3. Hold the wheel to save and exit.

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Figure 3-6 Set Picture in Picture Mode
Note
●When reticle is enabled, the PIP view is the detail of reticle. When reticle is not enabled, the
PIP view is the detail of central part.
●If the PIP function is enabled, the PIP view zooms when adjusting the digital zoom ratio.
3.10 Adjust Digital Zoom
In the live view mode, rotate the wheel to switch the digital zoom ratio of the device.
Steps
1. Hold the wheel to show the menu.
2. Rotate the wheel to select , and press the wheel to select a zoom mode.
–Continuous: In the live view mode, rotate the wheel to zoom in or zoom out by 0.1×
continuously.
–Multiple: In the live view mode, rotate the wheel to set the digital zoom ratio to 1×, 2×, 4×, or
8×
3. Hold the wheel to save and exit.

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Chapter 4 Zeroing
4.1 Select Reticle Group
If different users use the same device, the users can configure and save the reticle settings in their
respective reticle group.
Steps
1. In the live view mode, hold the wheel to show the menu.
2. Rotate the wheel to select .
3. Press the wheel to switch the reticle group.
4. Hold the wheel to save and exit.
Result
The right top of the image displays the reticle information. For example, A3-100 m means you are
using the No. 3 reticle in reticle group A, and the set range is 100 m.
Figure 4-1 Using a Reticle
Note
●There are 5 reticle groups in total, and you can configure 5 reticles in each reticle group.
●You can press and at the same time to switch the reticles in the selected reticle
group in the live view mode.
4.2 Set Reticle
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position for the reticle.
Before You Start
Select a reticle group first.
Steps
1. In the live view mode, hold the wheel to show the menu.
2. Rotate the wheel to select , and press the wheel to enter the reticle setting interface.
3. Press the wheel to select a reticle No. You can select OFF to disable the reticle.
4. Set reticle type.
1) In the reticle setting interface, rotate the wheel to select Type.
2) Press the wheel to select a reticle type. 10 types of reticles can be selected.
5. Set reticle color.
1) Rotate the wheel to select Color.
2) Press the wheel to switch the color of the reticle. Black, White, Green, and Red are
selectable.
6. (Optional) Repeat 3 to 6 to set color for other reticles in this group.
Note
When you switch the reticle No., a prompt will appear on the interface. Select OK to save the
parameters for the current reticle.
7. Hold the wheel to exit the interface according to the prompt.
–OK: Save the parameter and exit.
–CANCEL: Exit and not save the parameters.
Note
●There are 5 reticles can be configured in a reticle group.
●If the PIP function is enabled, the aimed target can be magnified on the interface.

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Figure 4-2 PIP Effect in Reticle Mode
●In black hot mode, if you set the reticle color as white, the reticle will display black
automatically.
Figure 4-3 White Reticle in Black Hot Mode
4.3 Correct Reticle
Correcting the reticle can help you aim at the target with high accuracy by marking the offset
between the big reticle and small reticle.
Before You Start
Select a reticle group first.
Steps
1. In the live view mode, hold the wheel to show the menu.
2. Rotate the wheel to select , and press the wheel to enter the reticle setting interface.
3. Press the wheel to select a reticle No. you want to correct.