NcTech ISTAR User manual

iSTAR
QUICK START GUIDE

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.
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.
GETTING STARTED
01 / 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 down
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.
02 / 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 iSTAR can be switched
on and used whilst the battery is charging.

1. Ensure the camera has power via mains or charged battery installed
2. Turn the camera on by sliding the on/off switch (fig 1.)
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 the order of 1 to 4 (fig 2.)
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
03 / TURNING ON THE CAMERA 04 / MAIN MENU
Ethernet cable attached GPS indicator
USB indicator
Wifi strength
Image
capture &
live view
GPS & Tilt settings Image reviewSettings
SD card capacity remaining
SD card inserted
Battery level
Power off
1. Switch on by sliding
from left to right
2. Tap the four corners in
order shown below

Time Lapse
This mode allows you to capture a series
of images at specified intervals.
You can set HDR, ISO and the Exposure
for the images before capture begins.
You can specify the interval between each
photo, for example setting the time delay
to 00:02:00 will capture an image every
two minutes.
Select the camera icon to begin and
images will be captured at the time
interval specified. To stop the capture
select ‘Abort’.
Live View
This mode provides a live immersive view
of the scene from the camera.
Delay capture
This mode allows you to remove yourself
from the scene and out of the image
before capture begins.
You can set your delay time and adjust
other settings (HDR, ISO, Exposure) as
required.
Select the camera icon to begin capture
and the delay countdown will start.
Video capture
This mode allows you to capture video.
You can set HDR, ISO and the Resolution
for the video before capture begins.
Select the camera icon to begin the video
capture.
Use the controls during capture to pause
or stop the video.
Walkaround capture
Capturing in this mode allows you to
remain with the camera whilst not
appearing in the captured image.
You can set HDR, ISO and the Exposure
for the image before capture begins.
To capture, touch one of the corner
arrows on the screen and stand
approximately 1ft back from the camera
at that corner.
Once the first 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 image has been captured, iSTAR
will begin to process and at this point it
is safe to move the camera to the next
location or to remove it from the tripod.
05 / CAPTURING AN IMAGE
To capture an image, select the
icon from the main menu. You can then
select a capture mode and adjust the
settings before you begin capture.
Images can be captured to either the
provided USB stick or to an SD card.

Ethernet IP settings
Automatic IP, IP address, Netmask,
Router
Time & Date Settings
Set time, Set date
Wifi settings
Wifi mode, SSID, Password, IP settings
General Settings
Audio, Calibrate compass, Format
SD card, iSTAR info
Display Settings
Backlight timeout, Power off delay
Capture Settings
Image format, Capture size, RGB
06 / SETTINGS
To adjust or view the Settings, select the
icon from the main menu.
There are 6 different types of settings
within the setting menu.
07 / IMAGE REVIEW
To view your captured images, select the
icon from the main menu.
The left and right arrows can be used to
cycle through your saved images.
Select an image to view the image
number and capture settings used or
select the bin icon to delete the image.
08 / TROUBLESHOOTING
If you experience problems, your iSTAR will
be equipped with either an On/Off switch or
Reset button to allow you to shutdown.
Using the On/Off switch
1. Locate the On/Off switch on the rear
of the camera behind the rubber port
panel (see diagram on following page).
2. To switch off, slide the switch and wait
for 2 seconds before switching the
unit back on.
Using the Reset button
1. Locate the Reset button on the rear
of the camera behind the rubber port
panel (see diagram on following page).
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
09 / NOMENCLATURE Underside view
09 / NOMENCLATURE (CONT.)
Ethernet USB port
Mini USB B
SD card slot
Reset button
3/8” thread
tripod mount
12vDC in
Grip area
Wifi signal vent
Safety strap pin
Quick release
plate pin holes
Hand grips
M4 locating
screw holes
Lens Serial number
On/Off switch
Battery cover Battery cover
screw

Top view 10 / EQUIPMENT 11 / iSTAR
iSTAR is shipped with the following
equipment:
1. AC power cable supply unit with cable
2. PowerBlock battery
3. SD memory card and memory card case
4. USB memory stick
5. Lens cleaning cloth
6. iSTAR quick start manual
7. 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:
• Tripod
• Quick Release for convenient
mounting of iSTAR
• Spare battery
• External battery
• Carry case
iSTAR Dimensions and Weight
Height 110mm x Width 104mm
Weight: Approximately 1.4kg
Power
12v mains power adapter, 2.1mm jack
Rechargeable battery. Lithium ion 7.4v
4400mAh
The iSTAR battery lasts for around 6
hours during normal activity.
09 / NOMENCLATURE (cont.)
LCD touchscreen

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.
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.

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.
NCTech Limited
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Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
Registered in Scotland no. SC389309
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