Hikmicro Pocket Series User manual

Handheld Thermography Camera
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HIKMICRO SP Series

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PRODUCTION OF CHEMICAL OR BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS, ANY ACTIVITIES IN THE CONTEXT RELATED
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Regulatory Information
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 B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance 20cm between the
radiator and your body.
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 are marked with "CE"
and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European standards listed
under the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, RE Directive 2014/53/EU, the RoHS Directive
2011/65/EU
2012/19/EU (WEEE directive): Products marked with this symbol cannot be
disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union. For proper
recycling, return this product to your local supplier upon the purchase of
equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at designated collection points. For
more information see: www.recyclethis.info

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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 a
designated collection point. For more information see:www.recyclethis.info
Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance
This device meets the CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) standards requirements.
1. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: this device may not cause interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a
type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce
potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that
the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful
communication.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance 20cm between the
radiator and your body.

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Symbol Conventions
The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows.
Symbol
Description
Danger
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will or could
result in death or serious injury.
Caution
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in equipment damage, data loss, performance
degradation, or unexpected results.
Note
Provides additional information to emphasize or supplement
important points of the main text.

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Safety Instruction
These instructions are intended to ensure that user can use the product correctly to avoid danger
or property loss.
Laws and Regulations
●Use of the product must be in strict compliance with the local electrical safety regulations.
Transportation
●Keep the device in original or similar packaging while transporting it.
●Keep all wrappers after unpacking them for future use. In case of any failure occurred, you need
to return the device to the factory with the original wrapper. Transportation without the
original wrapper may result in damage on the device and the company shall not take any
responsibilities.
●DO NOT drop the product or subject it to physical shock. Keep the device away from magnetic
interference.
Power Supply
●Please purchase the charger by yourself. Input voltage should meet the Limited Power Source
(3.85 VDC, 570 mA) according to the IEC61010-1 standard. Please refer to technical
specifications for detailed information.
●Make sure the plug is properly connected to the power socket.
●DO NOT connect multiple devices to one power adapter, to avoid over-heating or fire hazards
caused by overload.
Battery
●Improper use or replacement of the battery may result in explosion hazard. Replace with the
same or equivalent type only. Dispose of used batteries in conformance with the instructions
provided by the battery manufacturer.
●The built-in battery cannot be dismantled. Please contact the manufacture for repair if
necessary.
●For long-term storage of the battery, make sure it is fully charged every half year to ensure the
battery quality. Otherwise, damage may occur.
●DO NOT charge other battery types with the supplied charger. Confirm there is no flammable
material within 2 m of the charger during charging.
●DO NOT place the battery near heating or fire source. Avoid direct sunlight.
●DO NOT swallow the battery to avoid chemical burns.
●DO NOT place the battery in the reach of children.
●When the device is powered off and the RTC battery is full, the time settings can be kept for 6
months.
●In the first use, charge the device for more than 2.5 hours in the power-off status.
●The lithium battery voltage is 3.85 V, and the battery capacity is 2100 mAh.
●The battery is certified by UL2054.

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Maintenance
●If the product does not work properly, please contact your dealer or the nearest service center.
We shall not assume any responsibility for problems caused by unauthorized repair or
maintenance.
●A few device components (e.g., electrolytic capacitor) require regular replacement. The average
lifespan varies, so periodic checking is recommended. Contact your dealer for details.
●Wipe the device gently with a clean cloth and a small quantity of ethanol, if necessary.
●If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the device may be impaired.
●We recommend you send the device back for calibration once a year, and please contact the
local dealer for the information on maintenance points.
●Please notice that the current limit of USB 3.0 PowerShare port may vary with the PC brand,
which is likely to result in incompatibility issue. Therefore it’s advised to use regular USB 3.0 or
USB 2.0 port if the USB device fails to be recognized by PC via USB 3.0 PowerShare port.
Using Environment
●Make sure the running environment meets the requirement of the device. The operating
temperature shall be -10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F), and the operating humidity shall be 95%
or less.
●This device can only be safely used in the region below 2000 meters above the sea level.
●Place the device in a dry and well-ventilated environment.
●DO NOT expose the device to high electromagnetic radiation or dusty environments.
●DO NOT aim the lens at the sun or any other bright light.
●When any laser equipment is in use, make sure that the device lens is not exposed to the laser
beam, or it may burn out.
●DO NOT aim the lens at the high intensity source like laser
●The device is suitable for indoor and outdoor uses, but do not expose it in wet conditions.
●The level of protection is IP 54.
●The pollution degree is 2.
Technical Support
The https://www.hikmicrotech.com portal will help you as a HIKMICRO customer to get the most
out of your HIKMICRO products. The portal gives you access to our support team, software and
documentation, service contacts, etc.
Emergency
●If smoke, odor, or noise arises from the device, immediately turn off the power, unplug the
power cable, and contact the service center.
Manufacture Address
Room 313, Unit B, Building 2, 399 Danfeng Road, Xixing Subdistrict,Binjiang District, Hangzhou,
Zhejiang 310052, China
Hangzhou Microimage Software Co., Ltd.

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COMPLIANCE NOTICE: The thermal series products might be subject to export controls in various
countries or regions, including without limitation, the United States, European Union, United
Kingdom and/or other member countries of the Wassenaar Arrangement. Please consult your
professional legal or compliance expert or local government authorities for any necessary export
license requirements if you intend to transfer, export, re-export the thermal series products
between different countries.

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Contents
Chapter 1 Overview....................................................................................................................1
1.1 Device Description.................................................................................................................1
1.2 Main Function........................................................................................................................1
1.3 Appearance............................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2 Preparation................................................................................................................4
2.1 Charge Device........................................................................................................................4
2.2 Power On/Off ........................................................................................................................4
2.2.1 Set Auto Power-off Duration.....................................................................................4
2.3 Operation Method ................................................................................................................4
2.4 Menu Description..................................................................................................................4
Chapter 3 Display Settings..........................................................................................................6
3.1 Set Screen Brightness............................................................................................................6
3.2 Set Display Mode...................................................................................................................6
3.3 Set Palettes............................................................................................................................7
3.4 Adjust Digital Zoom...............................................................................................................7
3.5 Display OSD Info....................................................................................................................8
Chapter 4 Temperature Measurement........................................................................................9
4.1 Set Thermography Parameters.............................................................................................9
4.1.1 Set Unit .......................................................................................................................9
4.2 Set Temperature Range ......................................................................................................10
4.3 Set Thermography Rule.......................................................................................................10
4.4 Set Temperature Alarm.......................................................................................................11
Chapter 5 Picture and Video.....................................................................................................12
5.1 Capture Picture....................................................................................................................12
5.2 Record Video .......................................................................................................................13
5.3 Manage Albums...................................................................................................................13
5.3.1 Create a New Album ................................................................................................13
5.3.2 Rename an Album....................................................................................................14
5.3.3 Change the Default Saving Album ...........................................................................14

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5.3.4 Delete an Album.......................................................................................................14
5.4 View Recorded Files ............................................................................................................14
5.5 Manage Files........................................................................................................................15
5.5.1 Delete a File..............................................................................................................15
5.5.2 Delete Multiple Files ................................................................................................15
5.5.3 Move a File ...............................................................................................................16
5.5.4 Move Multiple Files..................................................................................................16
5.5.5 Add Text Note on File...............................................................................................16
5.6 Export Files ..........................................................................................................................17
Chapter 6 Connect Bluetooth ...................................................................................................18
Chapter 7 Set LED Light ............................................................................................................19
Chapter 8 Cast Screen...............................................................................................................20
Chapter 9 Thermal View APP Connection..................................................................................21
9.1 Connect via Wi-Fi.................................................................................................................21
9.2 Connect via Hotspot............................................................................................................22
Chapter 10 Maintenance..........................................................................................................23
10.1 View Device Information ..................................................................................................23
10.2 Set Date and Time .............................................................................................................23
10.3 Upgrade Device .................................................................................................................23
10.4 Restore Device...................................................................................................................23
Chapter 11 Appendix................................................................................................................24
11.1 Common Material Emissivity Reference ..........................................................................24
11.2 Device Command...............................................................................................................24
11.3 Device Communication Matrix .........................................................................................25
11.4 FAQ.....................................................................................................................................25

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Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Device Description
The handheld thermography camera is a device with both optical images and thermal images. It
can do thermography, distance measurement, video recording, snapshot capturing, alarm, and it
can connect to Wi-Fi, hotspot and Bluetooth. The built-in high-sensitivity IR detector and
high-performance sensor detects the variation of temperature and measure the real-time
temperature. The temperature measurement range is -20 °C to 400 °C (-4 °F to 752 °F), with the
accuracy of ± 2 °C (± 3.6 °F) or 2% when the ambient temperature is 15 °C to 35 °C (59 °F to 95 °F)
and the object temperature is above 0 °C (32 °F).
The device is easy to use, and adopts ergonomic design. It is widely used for building inspection,
HVAC, as well as electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance.
1.2 Main Function
Thermography
Device detects the real-time temperature, and display it on the screen.
Fusion
Device can display fusion of thermal view and optical view.
Palette and Alarm
Device supports multiple palettes, and you can set the palette mode according to the alarm
function.
Client Software Connection
●Mobile Phone: Use HIKMICRO Viewer to view live image, capture, and recording, etc. on your
phone. You can also access the album and download the files to your phone.
HIKMICRO Viewer Android
HIKMICRO Viewer iOS
●PC: Use HIKMICRO Analyzer (https://www.hikmicrotech.com/en/product-c-detail/18) to analyze
pictures offline, and generate a report on your PC.

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Bluetooth
Device can be connected to headset via Bluetooth, and you can hear the voice in the recording or
capture.
1.3 Appearance
Figure 1-1 Appearance

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Table 1-1 Button and Interface Description
No.
Description
Function
1
Back Key
Tap to exit the menu or return to previous menu.
2
File Key
Tap to enter albums.
3
Settings Key
Tap to enter settings interface.
4 & 14
Flash Light
Fill light on objects and output flashing alarm.
5
Thermal Lens
View the thermal image.
6
Optical Lens
View the optical image.
7
Power Key
Hold to power on/off the device.
8
Capture Key
Press: capture snapshots/stop recording
Hold: start recording
9
Tripod Mount
Mount the tripod.
10
Strap Attachment Point
Mount the strap.
11
Indicator
Indicate the charging status of the device.
Solid red: charging normally
Flashing red: charging exception
Solid green: fully charged
12
Type-C Interface
Charge the device or export files with Type-C cable.
13
Buzzer
Output audible alarm.
Note
Clicking sound and frozen image is a normal phenomenon. The "clicking noise" is generated by FFC
(Flat Field Correction), which is used to correct the non-uniformity of the display, improve image
quality, and achieve better temperature results.

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Chapter 2 Preparation
2.1 Charge Device
Before You Start
Please make sure the battery is installed before charging.
Steps
1. Lift the cover of cable interface.
2. Plug in the cable, and connect the power supply to charge the battery.
2.2 Power On/Off
Power On
Hold for over three seconds to turn on the device. You can observe the target when the
interface of the device is stable.
Note
It may take at least 30 s until the device is ready for using when you power on it.
Power Off
When the device is turned on, hold for about three seconds to power off the device.
2.2.1 Set Auto Power-off Duration
Go to Local Settings → Device Settings → Auto Off to set the automatic shutdown time for device
as required.
2.3 Operation Method
The device supports both touch-screen control. You can tap the screen to set parameters and
configurations.
2.4 Menu Description
In the observation interface, tap the screen to show the menu bar, and swipe down to call the

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swipe-down menu.
①
Back
②
File
③
Settings
④
Menu
Figure 2-1 Main Menu
⑤
Wi-Fi
⑥
Bluetooth
⑦
Hotspot
⑧
Screen Cast
⑨
Flashlight
⑩
Dark/Bright Mode
Figure 2-2 Swipe-Down Menu

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Chapter 3 Display Settings
3.1 Set Screen Brightness
You can drag the brightness adjustment bar in the swipe-down menu.
Figure 3-1 Adjust Brightness via Swipe-Down Menu
3.2 Set Display Mode
You can set the thermal/optical view of the device. Thermal, Fusion, PIP, and Optical are
selectable.
Steps
1. Tap Menu, and select .
2. Tap the icons to select a view mode.
In thermal mode, the device displays the thermal view.
In fusion mode, the device displays the combined view of thermal channel and optical
channel.
In PIP (Picture in Picture) mode, the device displays thermal view inside the optical view.
Note
You can adjust the size, distance and digital zoom of the PIP.
In optical mode, the device displays the optical view.
3. Press Back to exit.

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3.3 Set Palettes
The palettes allow you to select the desired colors.
Steps
1. Tap Menu, and select .
2. Tap the icons to select a palette type.
White Hot
The hot part is light-colored in view.
Black Hot
The hot part is black-colored in view.
Rainbow
The target displays multiple colors. It is suitable for scene without obvious temperature
difference.
Ironbow
The target is colored as heated iron.
Red Hot
The hot part is red-colored in view.
Fusion
The hot part is yellow-colored and the cold part is purple-colored in view.
Rain
The hot part in the image are colored, and the else is blue.
3. Press Back to exit the setting interface.
3.4 Adjust Digital Zoom
Steps
1. Tap the live view interface to call the digital zoom frame.
2. Tap the digital zoom frame.

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Figure 3-2 Adjust Digital Zoom
2. Select the digital zoom value as required
3. Tap the screen to save and exit.
3.5 Display OSD Info
Go to Local Settings → Device Settings → Display Settings to enable the information on-screen
display.
Time
Device time and date.
Parameters
Thermography parameters, for example, target emissivity, temperature unit, etc.
Brand Logo
The brand logo is a manufacturer logo displayed on the upper right corner of the screen.

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Chapter 4 Temperature Measurement
The thermography (temperature measurement) function provides the real-time temperature of
the scene and display it on the left of your screen. The thermography function is turned on by
default.
4.1 Set Thermography Parameters
You can set thermography parameters to improve the accuracy of temperature measurement.
Steps
1. Go to Local Settings → Thermography Settings.
2. Set the Thermography Range, Emissivity, etc.
Thermography Range
Select the temperature measurement range. The device can detect the temperature and
switch thermography range automatically in Auto Switch mode.
Emissivity
Refer to Common Material Emissivity Reference to set the emissivity of your target.
Reflection Temperature
If any object (not the target) of high temperature is in the scene, and the target emissivity is
low, set the reflection temperature as the high temperature to correct the thermography
effect.
Distance
The distance between the target and the device. You can customize the target distance or
select the target distance as Near, Middle, or Far.
Humidity
Set the relative humidity of current environment.
3. Return to previous menu to save the settings.
Note
You can go to Local Settings → Device Settings →Device Initialization → Measurement Tool
Initialization to initialize the temperature measurement parameters.
4.1.1 Set Unit
Go to Local Settings → Device Settings → Unit to set the temperature unit and distance unit.