Hikmicro THUNDER 2.0 Series User manual

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Thermal Image Scope
THUNDER 2.0 Series
User Manual V5.5.60 202303

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
1.3.1 Component.................................................................................................................2
1.3.2 Button.........................................................................................................................3
Chapter 2 Preparation................................................................................................................4
2.1 Cable Connection...................................................................................................................4
2.2 Install Battery ........................................................................................................................4
2.2.1 Battery Instruction .....................................................................................................4
2.2.2 Change Battery...........................................................................................................4
2.3 Install Rail ..............................................................................................................................6
2.4 Power On/Off ........................................................................................................................6
2.5 Menu Description..................................................................................................................7
2.5.1 Main Menu .................................................................................................................7
2.5.2 Quick Menu ................................................................................................................8
2.6 Client Software Connection ..................................................................................................8
2.7 Firmware Status ....................................................................................................................9
2.7.1 Check Firmware Status...............................................................................................9
2.7.2 Upgrade Device ..........................................................................................................9
2.8 Zeroing.................................................................................................................................10
Chapter 3 Image Settings..........................................................................................................11
3.1 Adjust Diopter .....................................................................................................................11
3.2 Adjust Focus.........................................................................................................................11
3.3 Adjust Contrast....................................................................................................................12
3.4 Adjust Tone..........................................................................................................................12
3.5 Adjust Sharpness.................................................................................................................12
3.6 Select Scene Mode ..............................................................................................................13
3.7 Set Palettes..........................................................................................................................13
3.8 Correct Defective Pixel........................................................................................................14
3.9 Flat Field Correction ............................................................................................................15

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3.10 Set Picture in Picture Mode ..............................................................................................16
3.11 Adjust Digital Zoom...........................................................................................................16
Chapter 4 Zeroing.....................................................................................................................17
4.1 Select Zeroing Profile ..........................................................................................................17
4.2 Correct Reticle .....................................................................................................................17
4.3 Set Reticle Style...................................................................................................................19
Chapter 5 Measure Distance.....................................................................................................21
Chapter 6 General Settings.......................................................................................................22
6.1 Set OSD ................................................................................................................................22
6.2 Set Brand Logo.....................................................................................................................22
6.3 Set Display Brightness.........................................................................................................23
6.4 Burning Prevention .............................................................................................................23
6.5 Capture and Video...............................................................................................................23
6.5.1 Capture Picture.........................................................................................................23
6.5.2 Set Audio ..................................................................................................................24
6.5.3 Record Video ............................................................................................................24
6.5.4 Prerecord Video........................................................................................................24
6.6 Hot Tracking.........................................................................................................................25
6.7 Export Files ..........................................................................................................................25
6.7.1 Export Files via HIKMICRO Sight..............................................................................25
6.7.2 Export Files via PC ....................................................................................................27
Chapter 7 System Settings........................................................................................................28
7.1 Adjust Date..........................................................................................................................28
7.2 Adjust Time..........................................................................................................................28
7.3 Set Language........................................................................................................................28
7.4 Set Unit ................................................................................................................................28
7.5 View Device Information ....................................................................................................29
7.6 Restore Device.....................................................................................................................29
Chapter 8 Frequently Asked Questions .....................................................................................30
8.1 Why is the monitor off? ......................................................................................................30
8.2 The image is not clear, how to adjust it? ...........................................................................30
8.3 Capturing or recording fails. What's the problem? ...........................................................30

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8.4 Why the PC cannot identify the device? ............................................................................30
Safety Instruction........................................................................................................................i
Legal Information......................................................................................................................iii
Regulatory Information..............................................................................................................v

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Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Device Description
HIKMICRO THUNDER 2.0 Thermal Image Scope featuring high thermal sensitivity ensures perfect
detail recognition even in the hardest weather conditions when the object and background are
with minimal temperature difference. With an extended operation time, the scope is mainly
applied to scenarios such as hiking, hunting, searching and rescuing.
1.2 Main Function
Distance Measurement
The device can detect the distance between the target and the observation position.
Hot Tracking
The device can detect the highest temperature in the scene and mark the spot. This function
varies according to different camera models.
Large Digital Zoom
Digital zoom up to 8× offers better focus on small target from a far distance.
Zeroing
The reticle helps you to aim at the target fast and accurately. See Zeroing.
Audio & Recoil-activated Recording
The device can record audio and support recoil-activated recording.
Image Correction
The device supports DPC (Defective Pixel Correction) and FFC (Flat Field Correction) which can
optimize the image quality.
Brightness & Tone Adjustment
You can adjust the brightness and tones as needed.
Client Software Connection
The device can capture snapshots, record videos, export files, set parameters, and upgrade
firmware by HIKMICRO Sight after being connected to your phone via hotspot.
1.3 Appearance
There are two types of thermal image scopes. Please take the actual product for reference.

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1.3.1 Component
Figure 1-1 Appearance I
Figure 1-2 Appearance II
Table 1-1 Component Description
No.
Component
Function
1
Lens Cover
Protects the lens.
2
Focus Ring/Knob
Adjusts focus to obtain clear targets.
3
Buttons
To set functions and parameters.
4
Diopter
Adjustment Ring
Adjusts the dioptric setting.
5
Eyepiece
The piece placed closest to the eye to view the target.
6
Type-C Interface
To connect the device to power supply or transmit data
with a type-C cable.
7
Battery
Compartment
For holding the battery.

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1.3.2 Button
Figure 1-3 Buttons on Device
Table 1-2 Function of Buttons
No.
Icon
Button
Description
1
Power
●Press: Standby mode/wake up device
●Hold: Power on/off
Note: Power indicator statuses are as follows:
●Flashing Red & Green: error occurred.
●Solid Red: device is properly charged.
●Solid Green: device is fully charged.
●Off: device is not charged.
2
Mode
●Press: Switch palettes
●Hold: Correct non-uniformity of display (FFC)
3
Capture
●Press: Capture snapshot
●Hold: Start/Stop recording video
4
Menu
Non-Menu Mode:
●Press: Enter the quick menu
●Hold: Enter the main menu
Menu Mode:
●Press: Confirm/Set parameters
●Hold: Exit the menu
5
Zoom
●Press: Switch digital zoom
●Hold: Enable/Disable PIP mode

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Chapter 2 Preparation
2.1 Cable Connection
Connect the device and power adaptor with a type-C cable to power on 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
●The device supports removable li-ion battery. The charging limited voltage of the battery is 4.2
V. The Battery capacity is 3.6 V/4.4 Ah (15.84 Wh).
●Charge the battery for more than 4 hours before first use.
●Please purchase the batteries recommended by the manufacturer if necessary.
●Remove the battery if the device is not used for a long time.
2.2.2 Change Battery
Insert the battery into and remove it from the battery compartment.
Before You Start
Make sure to power off the device before removing the battery.
Steps
1. Lift the battery compartment cover handle, and pull the battery compartment cover outwards.

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Figure 2-2 Pull Out the Battery Compartment Cover
2. Push the battery latch aside (as the arrow shows), and release the battery.
Figure 2-3 Unlatch the Battery Latch
3. Insert the battery into the battery compartment. The latch locks the battery in place when the
battery is fully inserted.
Figure 2-4 Insert the Battery
4. Push the battery compartment cover until it clicks into the locked position.

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2.3 Install Rail
Before You Start
●Turn off the device first.
●Use the lint-free cloth to clean the device base and the rail.
●The rail is not included in the package. Please purchase it separately.
Steps
1. Align the installation holes on the device and the rail.
2. Insert the screws, and tighten them.
Figure 2-5 Insert Screws
3. Tighten the screws to secure the rail on the device.
Figure 2-6 Secure the Device
2.4 Power On/Off
Power On
When the battery is sufficiently charged, hold for about 1 second to power on the device.
Power Off
When the device is turned on, hold for about 1 second 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
Set the auto power off time for your device, and then the device will automatically shut down as
the set time.
Steps
1. Hold to show the main menu.
2. Go to General Settings, and select .
3. Press or to select the auto power off time as required.
4. Hold to save and exit.
Note
●When the low power note shows, charge the battery.
●The auto power off countdown will start again when the device exits standby mode, or the
device is restarted.
2.5 Menu Description
2.5.1 Main Menu
When the device is turned on, hold to enter or exit the main menu.
●Press to move up.
●Press to move down.
●Press to confirm.
Figure 2-7 Main Menu

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2.5.2 Quick Menu
In the live view mode, press to show the quick menu. You can set parameters such as
Brightness and Contrast in the quick menu.
Note
This function varies according to different camera models.
2.6 Client Software Connection
Connect the device to the HIKMICRO Sight app via hotspot, then you can capture picture, record
video, or configure parameters on your phone.
Steps
1. 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
2. Hold to show the menu of device.
3. Press or to select , and press to enable hotspot.
4. Turn on the WLAN of your phone and connect to the hotspot.
●Hotspot Name: HIKMICRO_Serial No.
●Hotspot Password: Serial No. (The last 9 numbers of serial No.)
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.

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2.7 Firmware Status
2.7.1 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.
3. (Optional) If the firmware is not the latest version, upgrade the device. See Upgrade Device.
2.7.2 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 2-8 Upgrade Firmware
Note
The upgrading operation may vary due to app updates. Please take the actual app version for
reference.

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Upgrade Device via PC
Before You Start
●Please get the upgrade package 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.
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.
2.8 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 2-9 Zeroing

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Chapter 3 Image Settings
3.1 Adjust Diopter
Steps
1. Power on the device.
2. Hold the device and make sure the eyepiece covers your eye.
3. Adjust the diopter adjustment 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. Open the lens cover.
3. Hold the device and make sure the eyepiece covers your eye.
4. Adjust the focus ring/knob until the image is clear.
Note
When focusing, do not touch the surface of lens to avoid smearing the lens.

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Figure 3-2 Adjust Focus
3.3 Adjust Contrast
Steps
1. In the live view mode, press to show the quick menu.
2. Select and press to confirm.
3. Press or to adjust contrast.
4. Hold to exit and save.
3.4 Adjust Tone
Steps
1. In the main menu, select and press to confirm.
2. Press or to select a tone. Warm and Cold can be selected.
3. Hold to exit and save.
3.5 Adjust Sharpness
Steps
1. In the main menu, select and press to confirm.
2. Press or to adjust contrast.
3. Hold to exit and save.

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3.6 Select Scene Mode
You can select proper scene according to actual using scene to improve the display effect.
Steps
1. Hold to go to the main menu.
2. Select and press to confirm.
3. Press or to switch scene modes.
–Recognition: Recognition mode is recommended in normal scene.
–Jungle: Jungle mode is recommended in hunting environment.
4. Hold to save settings and exit.
3.7 Set Palettes
You can select different palettes to display the same scene in different effects. Press in the
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.
Black Hot
The hot part is black-colored in view. The higher the temperature is, the darker the color is.
Red Hot

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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.
3.8 Correct Defective Pixel
The device can correct the defective pixels on the screen which are not performed as expected.
Steps
1. Hold to show the main menu.
2. Select Function Settings, and press to enter the setting interface.
3. Select , and press to enter the DPC setting interface.
4. Press or to select the Xor Yaxis, and press to confirm. Press or to set
the coordinates until the cursor reaches the dead pixel. If you select , the cursor moves left
and right; if you select , the cursor moves up and down.
5. Select , and press to correct the dead pixel.
6. Hold to save and exit.

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Note
●The selected defective pixel can be magnified and displayed on the right of the interface.
●If the screen OSD blocks the defective pixel, move the cursor to reach the defective pixel, then
the device performs mirror display automatically as shown in the figures below.
3.9 Flat Field Correction
The image correction function can correct non-uniformity of display.
Steps
1. Hold to show the main menu.
2. Go to Function Settings, and select Image Calib.
3. Press and to switch the FFC modes, and press to confirm.
–Manual: Hold in live view to correct non-uniformity of display.
–Auto: The device performs FFC automatically according to the set schedule when switching
on the camera.
–External: Cover the lens cover, and then hold in live view to correct non-uniformity of
display.
4. Hold to save the settings and exit.

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3.10 Set Picture in Picture Mode
Steps
1. In the live view mode, hold to enable PIP.
●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.
3. Hold to exit.
Note
If digital zoom is enabled, only the PIP view zooms. The digital zoom of PIP view is 2×, 4×, and 8×.
3.11 Adjust Digital Zoom
You can zoom the image by using this function.
Press in the live view mode, the live view switches between 1×, 2×, 4×, and 8×.
Note
This function varies according to different camera models.