NcTech iSTAR Series User manual

iSTAR
QUICK START GUIDE
Version 1.2

1. Ensure the camera has power via mains or charged battery installed.
2. Turn the camera on by sliding the on/off switch.
3. Position the camera so that the NCTech logo is pointing towards you.
4. To start the camera, tap the four corners of the screen in order from 1 to 4.
5. An audible beep will be heard.
6. The iSTAR logo will appear on screen for 15 seconds (approx) as the camera boots up.
7. The iSTAR menu will appear and the camera is now ready for operation.
04 / Turning on the camera
01 / Handling precautions
This imaging camera is a precision instrument. Do not subject to physical shock.
Do not adjust or tamper with the camera lenses. Care should be taken not to touch the
camera lens with your fingers. The lenses can be cleaned with the provided lens cloth.
02 / Installing the battery
For safety reasons, the battery is shipped with a very low charge and will need to
be fully charged prior to using the camera. It is recommended to charge the battery
for 3 hours.
1. Place the camera touch screen facedown on a solid surface and unscrew the
battery cover and slide open.
2. Lower the battery into the camera and connect wire to camera socket.
3. Slide on the battery cover taking care not to trap the wires.
4. Screw the battery cover down.
03 / Charging the battery
1. Connect the DC power supply to the camera and switch on at the mains plug socket.
2. When the power cable is attached, an audible “beep” will be heard.
3. The battery will charge whether the camera is on or off.
Please note: The camera can be switched on and used whilst the battery is charging.
Getting Started 06 / Capturing an image
Images can be captured to either the provided USB stick or to an SD card.
HDR: Images can be captured using a single exposure (HDR Off), 3 exposures and with
the auto exposure setting. The HDR capture settings can be changed in the “Capture
Settings” screen.
05 / Main menu
Delay capture
To capture an image using the capture delay timer,
press the icon.
This will start the delay capture countdown allowing
you to remove yourself from the scene and out
of the image. (The delay time can be changed in the
settings menu).
Walkaround capture
Capturing in this mode allows for the user to remain
with the camera whilst not appearing in the captured
image.
To capture, touch one of the arrows in the corner of
the screen and stand approximately 1ft back from the
camera at that corner.
Once the capture is complete, move around the camera,
stand at the corner with the arrow and press the arrow
to complete the full capture.
Once the panoramic has been captured, iSTAR will begin
to process the images and save them to the SD card
or USB stick. Whilst processing, it is safe to move the
camera to the next location or to remove it from the
tripod.
The processing percentage will be displayed on screen.
Once complete, the Image Review screen will be
displayed.
TimeLapse
To capture a TimeLapse sequence first select the
capture delay time in the settings menu. In the
TimeLapse settings screen, use the arrows onscreen
to set the time delay in between images captured. For
example setting the time delay to 00:02:00 will capture
an image every two minutes.
TimeLapse can capture a sequence in single and HDR
exposures.
Return to the capture screen and press the TimeLapse
button. This will start the countdown timer. Images will
be captured at the time interval specified. To stop the
capture press the “stop” button.

Ethernet
On/Off switch USB port
12vDC in
Reset button
Hand grips
SD card slot
WiFI signal
vent
Lens
Mini USB B
Serial number
3/8” thread
tripod mount
M4 locating
screw holes
Grip area
Battery cover
Slide to open
Battery cover screw
Safety
strap pin
Quick release
plate pin holes
LCD touchscreen
x
Side port view
Top viewUnderside view
07 / Image review
08 / Settings
To view a captured image, press the icon from the
start menu to navigate to the Image Review screen.
The image number is displayed at the bottom of the
screen. The forward and back arrows can be used to
cycle through the saved images. To view an image,
press the icon. This will display an immersive view of
the image. Use your finger to rotate the image.
From the start menu, press the settings icon to
navigate to the Settings menu.
From the Settings menu you can access:
1. Network Settings – Ethernet/WiFi
2. Image Settings – ISO/Exposure/Colour balance
3. General Settings
4. Capture Settings – Number of exposures/
Delay capture timer
5. Display Settings – Backlight timeout/Power off delay
6. Date and Time Settings
09 / Troubleshooting
10 / Support portal
For technical support please visit our support portal: support.nctechimaging.com
At the portal you can download the full iSTAR manual and access iSTAR FAQs.
If you experience problems your camera will be equipped
with either an On/Off switch or Reset button to shutdown
the camera.
Using the On/Off switch
1. Locate the On/Off switch on the rear of the camera
behind the rubber port panel.
2. To switch off, slide the switch and wait for 2 seconds
before switching the unit back on.
3. Tap the 4 corners of the touch screen to start up the
camera.
Using the Reset button
1. Locate the Reset button on the rear of the camera behind the rubber port panel.
2. Press a pointed object through the hole until you hear a long audible beep.
On hearing the beep, release the button.
3. You will hear a 2nd audible beep and the iSTAR logo will flash on screen confirming
the camera has shut down successfully.
4. Tap the 4 corners of the touch screen to start up the camera.
5. If the reset does not solve the issue then disconnect and reconnect the battery.
IMPORTANT: Do not put the camera in its protective case when switched on. This will
create excessive heat as the foam acts as an insulator. Damage from misuse in this
way may not be covered by warranty.
Sideport view
11 / Nomenclature
11 / Nomenclature (cont.)
Ethernet
On/Off switch USB port
12vDC in
Reset button
Hand grips
SD card slot
WiFI signal
vent
Lens
Mini USB B
Serial number
3/8” thread
tripod mount
M4 locating
screw holes
Grip area
Battery cover
Slide to open
Battery cover screw
Safety
strap pin
Quick release
plate pin holes
LCD touchscreen
x
Side port view
Top viewUnderside view
Underside view
Top view
Ethernet
On/Off switch USB port
12vDC in
Reset button
Hand grips
SD card slot
WiFI signal
vent
Lens
Mini USB B
Serial number
3/8” thread
tripod mount
M4 locating
screw holes
Grip area
Battery cover
Slide to open
Battery cover screw
Safety
strap pin
Quick release
plate pin holes
LCD touchscreen
x
Side port view
Top viewUnderside view
12 / Equipment
iSTAR is shipped with the following equipment:
1. AC Power supply
2. Battery
3. Lens cleaning cloth
4. iSTAR quick start manual
5. Warranty card
If you have purchased iSTAR for RGB overlay for LiDAR scanning, your iSTAR will ship
with the required adaptor spacer rods.
Recommended optional equipment: Carry Case / Tripod / Quick Release for convenient
mounting of iSTAR / Spare battery / External battery.

NCTech Limited
20-22 Braid Road,
Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
Registered in Scotland no. SC389309
[phone]
@NC_Tech /nctechltd
www.nctechimaging.com
Register with our support portal to receive information on future
Firmware updates and to request technical support.
support.nctechimaging.com
Firmware updates
iSTAR’s Firmware can be upgraded via a remote firmware update. Updates will include
improvements to the UI and operational functions and new features.
Updates will be posted on the support portal and you will receive notification via
email. the support portal will detail the latest release specifications and a release
schedule for future releases.
iSTAR dimensions and weight
Height: 110mm x Width: 108mm
Weight: Approximately 1.4kg
Power
12v mains power adapter, 2.1mm jack
Rechargeable battery. Lithium ion 7.4v 5200mAh
The battery in iSTAR lasts for around 6 hours during normal activity.
NCTech Limited makes no warranty, either express or implied, including but not
limited to any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose, regarding iSTAR 360 degree imaging device.
In no event shall NCTech Limited be liable to anyone for special, collateral, incidental,
or consequential damages in connection with or arising out of the purchase or use of
the iSTAR 360 degree imaging device.
The sole and exclusive liability to NCTech Limited regardless of the form of action,
shall not exceed the purchase price of the materials described herein.
The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice and does
not represent a commitment on the part of NCTech Limited.
Acceptance of this document by the customer constitutes acknowledgment that if
any inconsistency exists between the English and non-English versions, the English
version takes precedence.
The CE markings and the FCC Declaration of Conformity assures that this
product complies with the requirements of the EC directive for safety and
is under limits approved by the Federal Communications Commission.