PULSAR THERMION 2 LRF XG50 (discontinued) Manual

Thermion 2 LRF thermal imaging riflescopes are designed for use both at night-time and during the day. They provide exceptional image quality even in adverse weather conditions such as fog, smog and rain without being hindered by obstacles like branches, tall grass, dense foliage, or other debris.

Unlike riflescopes based on electrical-to-optical converters, thermal imaging riflescopes do not require an external light source and are resistant to high levels of illumination.

These riflescopes come with a built-in high precision rangefinder with a maximum range of 800 meters (875 yards).

These riflescopes are designed for hunting, target shooting and other forms of recreational shooting.

To get started, see the sections:

Battery Charging

Battery Installation

Mounting on the Rifle

Powering on and Image Setting

How to Zero

Laser Rangefinder

Stream Vision 2

Ballistic Calculator

• Thermal imaging riflescope
• Removable rubber eyecup
• АPS2 Battery Pack
• APS battery charger
• Power adapter
• USB Type-C cable with USB Type-A adapter
• Carrying case
• Lens-cleaning cloth
• Quick User Manual
• Warranty card
• APS3 battery cover

1. Eyecup
2. Eyepiece diopter adjustment ring
3. LRF button
4. REC button
5. ZOOM button
6. Controller
7. Battery compartment cover
8. Battery APS2
9. USB Type-C cover
10. USB Type-C port
11. Lens focus knob
12. Lens cap
13. ON/OFF button
14. Laser rangefinder

• Built-in laser rangefinder (up to 800 m)
• Built-in 3-axis accelerometer gyroscope (slope angle indication)
• 3 levels of sensitivity enhancement: Normal, High, Ultra
• 3 calibration modes: manual, semi-automatic and automatic
• Smooth Digital Zoom
• Multiple reticle options
• Scalable reticles (proportional to Zoom)
• 10 zeroing profiles (10 distances per profile)
• One-shot “Freeze-Zeroing” function
• Precise “Zoom zeroing” (reducing the MOA per click when zooming in)
• 8-color display palette
• Pixel repair function
• “Display-Off” function
• Display dimming function
• Auto shutdown function
• Integrated Wi-Fi for remote control and personal device connectivity
• Device firmware update using the free Stream Vision 2 App
• High-strength aluminium alloy housing
• Recoil rated to .375H&H, 9.3×64 and 12-gauge
• Ballistic calculator
• Wireless Remote Control (purchased separately)

Video Recording

• Built-in photo and video recorder with audio
• 16 GB internal memory
• iOS and Android compatible
• Stores photos and videos in Cloud when using the Stream Vision 2 App

Battery Pack

• Built-in 4900 mAh Battery Pack APS5
• Quick-change rechargeable Li-Ion APS2/APS3 battery packs
• Internal and external battery charging via USB Type-C port

• Only use the charger supplied with the Battery Pack. The use of any other charger may irreparably damage the Battery Pack or the charger and may cause fire.
• Do not charge the Battery Pack immediately after bringing it from a cold environment to a warm one. Wait for 30-40 minutes for the Battery Pack to get warm.
• It is not recommended to charge the batteries with a charger connected to the USB port of a computer or laptop. It can damage the computer.
• Do not leave the Battery Pack unattended while charging.
• Never use a modified or damaged charger.
• Do not leave the Battery Pack with a charger connected to the power adapter after charging is complete.
• Do not expose the Battery Pack to high temperatures or an open flame.
• Do not submerge the Battery Pack in water.
• Do not connect this product to an external charging device with a power output exceeding 9V.
• Do not dismantle or deform the Battery Pack.
• Do not drop or hit the Battery Pack.
• Keep the Battery Pack out of the reach of children.

• During long-term storage, the Battery Pack should be partially charged – the charge level should be between 50% and 80%.
• Charge the Battery Pack at a temperature from 0° C to +45° C (32° F to +113° F), otherwise the battery life will decrease significantly.
• When using the Battery Pack at sub-zero (sub 32° F) temperatures the battery capacity decreases. This is normal and is not a defect.
• Do not use the Battery Pack at temperatures above those shown in the table – this may decrease battery life.
• The Battery Pack is short circuit protected; however, any situation that may cause short-circuiting should be avoided.

Thermion 2 LRF Pro thermal imaging riflescopes come with a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion Battery Pack APS5 and a removable rechargeable lithium-ion APS2 Battery Pack. The batteries should be charged before first use.

The icons  in the status bar will flash when the battery is low. The batteries need to be charged.

1. Open the USB Type-C cover (9) by turning it counterclockwise.
2. Connect the USB Type-C plug of the USB cable (18) to the USB Type-C port (10) in the body of the riflescope.
3. Connect the second USB plug of the USB cable (18) to the USB port on the power adapter (19) by removing the USB Type-A adapter.
4. Plug the power adapter (19) into a 100–240 V socket.
5. Wait until the batteries are fully charged (indication in the status bar: ).

Attention! When charging rechargeable batteries with a USB Type-C connector (10) in the riflescope body section, charging priority is given to the built-in battery. When the device is off, both batteries are charged at the same time. When using the device, the external battery is discharged first.

The rechargeable lithium-ion APS2 and APS3* Battery Packs may be recharged using the APS** charger

1. Insert the Battery Pack (8) along the rail into the APS charger (15) slot as far as it will go. The APS charger is supplied with your device or purchased separately.
2. Point A on the battery and point B on the charger should match.
3. Connect the USB Type-С plug of the USB cable (18) to the port (16) of the charger (15).
4. Connect the second plug of the USB cable (18) to the USB port on the power adapter (19).
5. Plug the power adapter (19) into a 100-240 V socket.
6. The LED indicator (17) will display battery charge status.
7. Wait until the battery is fully charged (LED indication (17): ).
8. Two batteries* can be charged at the same time.

(17) LED Indicator***	Battery Charge Status
	Battery level is from 0% to 10%. Charger is not connected to a power supply.
	Battery level is from 0% to 10%. Charger is connected to a power supply.
	Battery level is from 10% to 20%.
	Battery level is from 20% to 60%.
	Battery level is from 60% to 95%.
	Battery completely charged. Charging will automatically stop. The battery can be disconnected from the charger.
	Defective battery. Do not use the battery.

* Purchased separately.

** Included in the delivery package.

*** LED indicator displays the current battery charge status for 30 seconds when the APS charger is not plugged in. When the power is being supplied, the indicator is constantly displaying the current battery charge status, the LEDs are additionally flickering to display the battery charging process.

1. Turn the battery cover (7) counter clockwise and remove.
2. Install the battery (8) into the battery compartment along the special guides in the device casing designed for it.
3. When properly installed, the battery is locked into the slot with a special clip.
4. Close the battery cover (7) by turning it clockwise.

Thermion 2 LRF riflescopes are powered by 2 batteries: built-in Battery Pack APS5 and removable Battery Pack APS3/APS2.

1. If there are two batteries in the device, two battery icons are displayed in the status bar (1 – built-in battery, 2 – removable battery). The device battery is displayed in grey and white; it is grey when inactive.
2. When there is no removable battery in the device, only one icon for the built-in battery displays in white in the status bar.
3. When both batteries are fully charged, the device is powered by the removable battery. If there is low removable battery level, the device will switch to the built-in battery.
4. Battery charge level is displayed in % above the icon in the status bar while charging.
5. It is possible to replace the removable battery even while the device is on.

Attention!  When installing a removable battery with a sufficient charge level, the device will automatically switch to it.

Power can be supplied from an external source such as a 5V or 9V power bank.

1. Connect the external power supply to the micro USB Type-C port (10) of the riflescope.
2. The riflescope switches to external power source, while built-in Battery Pack APS5 and removable Battery Pack APS2 (or APS3*) will gradually recharge.
3. A rechargeable battery icon  indicating a percentage of the battery life will appear in the status bar.
4. When you turn off external power source, the riflescope switches over to the removable battery without turning off. When there is no removable battery or low power level the device switches to the built-in battery.

* Available separately

Warning! Charging APS2 / APS3 / internal APS5 batteries at air temperatures below 0° C (32° F) may reduce battery life. When using external power, connect the Power Bank to the device after it has been turned on and working for several minutes.

To ensure accurate shooting the Thermion 2 LRF riflescope should be properly mounted on the rifle.

• Mount the riflescope with 30mm scope rings or a single-piece scope mount, purchased separately. Use only high-quality mounts and rings compatible with your rifle. Follow the mount manufacturer’s installation instructions and use the proper tools.
• When mounting the riflescope, adjust the position of the scope on the rifle to achieve optimal, comfortable eye relief as specified by the Technical Specifications. Failure to comply with this recommendation may result in injury to the shooter.
• Install the riflescope as low as comfortably possible without contacting the barrel or receiver.
• In order to avoid pinching the riflescope body, tighten ring screws to a maximum of 2.5 Nm (22.1 in.-lbs). Using a torque wrench is recommended.
• Using the included eyecup (1) is recommended to increase camouflage and avoid detection. The eyecup is mounted on the riflescope’s eyepiece via integral magnets.
• Before using the riflescope (especially for hunting), follow instructions in the Zeroing section.

1. Remove the lens cover (12).
2. Turn the unit on with a short press of the ON/OFF (13) button.
3. Adjust the sharpness of the symbols on the display by rotating the dioptre adjustment ring of the eyepiece (2).
4. Rotate the lens focus knob (11) to focus on the object being observed.
5. Enter the main menu with a long press of the controller button (6) and select the desired Calibration Mode: manual (M), semi-automatic (SA) or automatic (A).
6. Calibrate the image with a short press of the ON/OFF (13) button (when calibration mode SA or M has been selected). Close the lens cap before manual calibration.
7. Select the required amplification level (“Normal” , “High” , “Ultra” ) by briefly pressing the LRF (3) button.
8. Activate the quick menu by briefly pressing the controller button (6) to adjust the brightness and contrast of the display (see the Quick Menu section).
9. Repeatedly press the ZOOM (5) button to change the magnification ratio of the riflescope. While the magnifying glass icon  is visible on the screen, rotate the controller ring (6) for smooth digital zooming from the current magnification.
10. Power the device off with a long press of the ON/OFF (13) button.

Observation conditions: time of day, weather, different observation objects affect the image quality. Custom settings for brightness, display contrast as well as the function of adjusting the microbolometer sensitivity level will help to achieve the desired quality in a particular situation.​

Warning! Never point the lens at intensive energy sources such as laser radiation emitting devices or the sun. It can damage electronic components in the device. The warranty does not cover damage arising from failure to comply with operating instructions.

Zeroing at a temperature close to the riflescope’s operating temperature is recommended.

Step 1. Take a shot

1. Shooting from a benchrest is recommended.
2.  Set a target at a known distance.
3. Adjust the riflescope according to the Powering on and Image Setting section.
4. Select the zeroing profile (see Reticle & Zeroing -> Zeroing Profile main menu item)
5. Point the rifle at the center of the target and shoot.

Step 2. Align the reticle with the point of impact

1. Press and hold the controller button (6) to enter the main menu.
2. Add the distance you are aiming at (e.g. 100 meters): Reticle & Zeroing -> Add New Distance . Select the value for each distance digit by rotating the controller ring (6). Press the controller button (6) briefly to switch between digits. After setting the required distance, press and hold the controller button (6) to save it.
   
3. After adding the distance, it will switch to the Zeroing parameters settings menu . An auxiliary cross  will appear in the center of the display, and X and Y coordinates of the auxiliary cross will appear in the upper right corner.
   
4. Press the controller button (6) briefly to enter the Windage/Elevation submenu.
5. While holding the reticle at the aiming point, move the auxiliary cross until it is aligned with the impact point by rotating the controller ring (6).
   
6. To change the direction of the auxiliary cross movement from horizontal to vertical, press the controller button (6) briefly.

Zoom Zeroing function:

To improve the accuracy of zeroing, you can change the magnification in the menu . The larger the magnification, the smaller the step of shifting the reticle on the display relative to the image from the sensor.

One-shot “Freeze Zeroing” function:

Using the Freeze function allows you to make adjustments without the need to hold the rifle precisely at the initial aiming point – freezing the zeroing screen (refer to Reticle & Zeroing  menu item => Distance submenu => Zeroing Parameters Settings  submenu => Freeze  submenu or short pressing of the ON/OFF (13)/REC (4) button (depending on the firmware version). The image will “freeze” and the  icon will appear.

Step 3. Save the coordinates

1. Press and hold the controller button (6) to save a new position for the reticle. The reticle will be aligned with the impact point and it will exit the Windage/Elevation  submenu.
   
2. Press and hold the controller button (6) again to exit the zeroing settings menu – the message “Zeroing coordinates saved” appears, confirming the successful operation.
3. Fire a second shot – now the point of impact and the aiming point must be matched.

Notes:

• After zeroing, the reticle may not be in the center of the display.
• The range of movement of the riflescope reticle allows you to successfully zero the riflescope, even on mounts that are far from ideal, minimizing the possible disadvantages of the mounts. The better the mount is installed, the less you have to move the reticle. We recommend mounting the riflescope as low as possible.

To zero your riflescope, you need to set a zeroing distance first in the range of 1 to 910 m (955 yards).

1. Press and hold the controller button (6) to enter the main menu.
2. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select the Reticle & Zeroing  menu item.
3. Press the controller button (6) briefly to enter the Reticle & Zeroing submenu.
4. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select Add New Distance  menu item.
5. Press the controller button (6) briefly to enter the submenu.
6. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select a value for each digit. Press the controller button (6) briefly to switch between digits .
7. Having set the desired distance, press and hold the controller button (6) to save it.

The distance you set first becomes a primary distance – shown with icon  on the right to the distance value.

Note: Maximum number of zeroing distances is 10 for each profile.

1. Press and hold the controller button (6) to enter the main menu.
2. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select Reticle & Zeroing  in the menu. Briefly press the controller button (6) to select it. Zeroed distances are displayed below.
3. The values (e.g., +7.0) shown on the right of the distance values, stand for the number of clicks along the Y axis, at which the reticle position at other distances differs from the reticle position in the primary distance.
4. To zero at any distance again, rotate the controller ring (6) to select the required distance and briefly press the controller button (6).
5. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select the Zeroing Parameters Settings  and enter by briefly pressing the controller button (6).
6. Zeroing screen, which allows the change of zeroing coordinates, will appear:

Adjust the reticle position through the Windage/Elevation  submenu in Zeroing Parameters Settings . For more information, see the How to Zero section.

Magnification allows you to magnify via the device’s digital zoom when zeroing, which reduces the MOA-per-click values of adjustments and improves zeroing accuracy.

1. In the Zeroing Parameters Settings menu, rotate the controller ring (6) to select the Magnification  submenu item and enter by briefly pressing the controller button (6).
2. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select a digital magnification value of the riflescope (e.g., x4).
3. Press the controller button (6) briefly to confirm your selection.

The minute of angle click when using the Magnification function is indicated in the Table of Technical Specifications.

The “freeze” function allows the user to adjust the reticle on a still image while manipulating the rifle.

1. In the Zeroing Parameters Settings menu, rotate the controller ring (6) to move the cursor to the Freeze  function.
2. Align the reticle with the point of aiming and press the controller (6) or ON/OFF (13)/REC (4) button (depending on the firmware version). A screenshot will be taken, an icon  will appear.
3. Go to the additional Windage/Elevation  submenu and adjust the position of the reticle (see the How to Zero section).
4. Select the Freeze  submenu item again and briefly press the controller (6) or ON/OFF (13)/REC (4) button (depending on the firmware version) – the image will “unfreeze”.

1. In the Zeroing Parameters Settings menu, rotate the controller ring (6) to select the Name Distance submenu item and enter it by briefly pressing the controller button (6)​.
2. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select a value for each digit. Press the controller button (6) briefly to switch between digits.
3. Press and hold the controller button (6) to confirm the selection.

1. Press and hold the controller button (6) to enter the main menu.
2. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select the Reticle & Zeroing  menu item and enter by briefly pressing the controller button (6) – zeroed distances are displayed at the bottom.
3. Select a non-primary distance and enter the submenu for operating the distance with a brief press of the controller button (6).
4. Select Change Primary Distance  item.
5. Press the controller button (6) briefly.
6. Icon  next to the selected distance confirms the change of primary distance.

There will also be a recalculation of corrections in clicks for other distances relative to the new primary distance.

1. Press and hold the controller button (6) to enter the main menu.
2. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select the Reticle & Zeroing  menu item and enter by briefly pressing the controller button (6) – zeroed distances are displayed at the bottom.
3. Select the distance you wish to delete and enter the submenu for operating the distances with a brief press of the controller button (6).
4. Select Delete Distance item.
5. Press the controller button (6) briefly.
6. Select “Yes” in the appeared dialog box to delete a distance. “No” – to cancel deletion.
7. Press the controller button (6) briefly to confirm your selection.

Attention! If the primary distance is deleted, the first distance on the list automatically becomes the new primary distance.

The status bar at the bottom of the display shows current operating statuses via icons, including:

1. Colour Mode:

– White hot

– Black hot

2. Actual zeroing profile (e.g., A)

3. Zeroing distance (e.g., 100 m)

4. Amplification level (e.g., Normal)

5. Smoothing Filter (displayed when the function is on)

6. Calibration mode (a countdown timer  will appear instead of the calibration icon when in automatic calibration mode with 5 seconds remaining until automatic calibration)

7. Microphone

8. Current magnification

9. Wi-Fi connection

10. Bluetooth:

– Bluetooth is on

– the device with Bluetooth is connected

11. Auto Shutdown function (e.g., 5 min.)

12. Clock

13. Power supply:

• Battery discharge level  (when riflescope is powered by a built-in or removable battery).
• External battery power indicator  (if the riflescope is powered by an external power supply).
• Battery indicator  with current percentage of charge (when charging from an external power source).
• Battery indicator shows a low battery charge
• Battery indicator  shows a low internal battery charge

The quick menu allows you to control the main settings of the riflescope (brightness, contrast), amplification modes, select the ballistic calculator distance, and change the zeroing distance (if there are several) to another one in the current profile.

• Press the controller button (6) briefly to enter the quick menu.
• A short press of the controller button (6) enables you to switch between functions, as described below.

Brightness  – rotate the controller ring (6) to change the display brightness value from 00 to 20.

Contrast  – rotate the controller ring (6) to change the image contrast value from 00 to 20.

Amplification Levels  – allows you to select one of three amplifying levels of sensitivity (Normal , High , Ultra ).

Note: To maintain brightness and contrast settings when changing amplifying levels, activate User Mode.

 – information on the current profile and zeroing distance in this profile (e.g., profile A, zeroing distance of 100 m). This information is always displayed in the status bar. Rotate the controller ring (6) to switch between the zeroing distances in the selected profile. This function is available if there are two or more distances in the profile.

Tip: To quickly switch between distances while hunting, leave the Zeroing Distance option selected before exiting the quick menu. The menu item will be saved, and the next time you enter the quick menu, you can quickly switch the zeroing distances by turning the controller (6) (for example, 100 m, 150 m, 200 m).

– change the distance to calculate corrections for the ballistic calculator. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select the distance.

This function is only visible when the ballistic profile is selected.

• Press and hold the controller button (6) to exit the menu or wait 10 seconds to exit automatically.

Sensitivity enhancement levels (Normal, High, Ultra) are software algorithms that enhance the quality of detection and recognition in various observation conditions. When the temperature contrast decreases (fog, precipitation, high humidity), it is recommended to increase the amplification level. To optimize the image, activate the Smoothing Filter in the main menu.

Normal

High

Ultra

1. Press and hold the controller button (6) to enter the quick menu.
2. By short pressing the controller button (6) select the menu item Amplification level .
3. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select one of the levels: Normal , High , Ultra .
4. Press and hold the controller button (6) to exit the menu or wait for 3 seconds to exit automatically.

The riflescope is capable of video recording and photography. Videos and images are saved on the built-in memory card.

Before using the photo and video functions, read the Date and Time subsections of the General Settings section.

For information on how to watch recorded photos and videos, see the Stream Vision 2 user manual: Android, iOS.

Built-in recorder operates in two modes:

• Photo (photography; the icon  is displayed in the upper left corner of the display).

• Video (video recording; the icon  is displayed in the upper left corner of the display, the total remaining recording time is given taking into account the current resolution in the HH:MM format (hours:minutes).

Toggle (switch) between the riflescope operating modes with a long press of the REC (4) button. Switching between the modes is cyclical (Video–> Photo–> Video…).

Photo mode. Capturing an image

1. Switch to the Photo mode with a long press of the REC (4) button.

2. Press the REC (4) button briefly to capture a photo. The icon  flashes – the photo file is being saved to the built-in SD card.

Video mode. Recording a video

1. Switch to the Video mode with a long press of the REC (4) button.

2. Press the REC (4) button briefly to start video recording.

3. When the video recording starts, the icon  will disappear, instead of it the REC icon as well as the video recording timer displayed in the MM:SS (minutes:seconds) format will appear .

4. Pause/continue recording by briefly pressing the REC (4) button.

5. Press and hold the REC (4) button to stop video recording.

Video files are stored in the built-in memory card:

• After turning off the video recording;
• Upon powering the riflescope off if recording was on;
• When the memory card is overfilled during recording (Memory Full message appears on the display).

Notes:

• You can enter and navigate the menu during video recording.
• Recorded videos and photos are saved to the built-in memory card of the riflescope in the format img_xxx. jpg (for photos); video_xxx. mp4 (for video).
• Videos are recorded in clips with a maximum duration of 5 minutes. The number of recorded files is limited by the capacity of unit’s internal memory.
• Regularly check free memory within the built-in memory card and move the footage to other storage media to free up the memory card space.
• In case of a memory card error, you can use the format function in the General Settings section of the main menu.
• When the Display Off function is activated, video recording continues to run in the background.

The riflescope is equipped with a built-in rangefinder (14), allowing you to measure distance to objects up to 800 m away.

How the rangefinder works:

1. Turn on the riflescope, adjust image according to section Powering on and Image Setting.

2. Briefly press the LRF (3) button to measure the distance. The rangefinder reticle will appear in the centre of the image.

3. If PiP mode is on, the PiP window remains active.

4. If PiP mode is off, the activation of the rangefinder automatically turns on the PiP window with the last digital magnification set for it and a reticle in it.

5. Point the rangefinding reticle at an object and press LRF (3) button. In the top right corner of the display you will see distance in meters (or yards – depending on settings).

Notes:

• If the rangefinder is idle longer than three seconds, it turns off automatically.
• The point of aiming of the rangefinding reticle and the aiming reticle in the PiP window might not coincide due to aiming reticle shift after zeroing.
• To see the recommended aiming point while measuring the distance, activate the Ballistic Calculator.

Operation in SCAN mode:

1. Turn on the rangefinder by briefly pressing the LRF (3) button.

2. Hold down LRF (3) button for longer than two seconds. Measurement readings will be changing in real time as you point the riflescope at different objects. In the top right corner a message SCAN appears.

3. In case of unsuccessful measurement dashes will appear on the display.

4. To turn off the rangefinder hold the LRF (3) button.

Notes: 

• To select a rangefinding reticle, please go to submenu Rangefinder in the main menu.
• To select units of measurement (meters or yards) go to submenu General Settings in the main menu.

Additional Information:

• Accuracy of measurement and maximum range depend on the reflection ratio of the target surface, the angle at which the emitting beam falls on the target surface and environmental conditions. Reflectivity is also affected by surface texture, color, size and shape of the target. A shiny or brightly colored surface is normally more reflective than a dark surface.
• Accuracy of measurement can also be affected by light conditions, fog, haze, rain, snow etc. Ranging performance can degrade in bright conditions or when ranging towards the sun.
• Measuring range to a small sized target is more difficult than to a large sized target.

1. Install the Stream Vision Ballistics app from Google Play or AppStore.

2. Go to Profiles tab.

3. Create a profile for your riflescope, ammunition and zeroing distance. Make sure that “Ballistic parameters” switch is on. If your ammo is not on the list, you can enter its parameters manually. The more parameters you specify, the more accurate the recommended point of aiming will be.

4. Adjust the temperature, pressure and humidity of the environment while zeroing your riflescope.

5. Enter a profile name and click save .

6. Connect your riflescope to your smartphone using Bluetooth. First, make sure that your riflescope has the latest firmware version 3.0 or higher installed.

7. Load the profile into the riflescope.

To do this, go to the “Devices” tab –> Select your riflescope –> “All device profiles” -> click  on the profile you want to replace and select the created profile from the list.

8. Set the status to “Active” for the ballistic profile. To do this, click on the button  next to the desired profile, or select it in the profile selection menu in the riflescope.

9. Make sure that the Ballistic Activation  option is enabled in the riflescope’s Ballistics menu.

10. Briefly press the LRF (3) button to activate the rangefinder in the riflescope.

11. Point the rangefinder reticle at the object and press the LRF (3) button. The screen will display the recommended aiming point  and correction values in the upper right corner.

You can also use ballistic calculator in the rangefinder SCAN mode by briefly pressing the LRF (3) button. In this mode, the target distance widget near the reticle cannot be disabled in the main menu, it is always displayed.

12. To manually adjust the ballistic calculator, select the desired distance in the quick menu:

• Press the controller button (6) briefly to enter the quick menu.
• Briefly press the controller button (6) to select .
• Rotate the controller ring (6) to select the desired distance.
• Press and hold the controller button (6) to exit the menu or wait 10 seconds to exit automatically.

13. Check the accuracy of your profile settings with a test shot at the shooting range.

Note: profiles for different types of ammunition must be zeroed separately.

14. To activate the use of weather data in your geolocation during the shot, go to the “Devices” tab -> Select your riflescope -> “Set outdoor”.

In the Ballistics section of the main menu, you can configure the following settings of the ballistic calculator:

• Screen position of the measured distance value
• Turn on/off the ballistic calculator
• Correction units
• Reticle type and color for suggested point of aiming.

Stream Vision Ballistics Manual

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Discrete digital zoom allows you to quickly increase the basic magnification (see Magnification line in the table of Technical Specifications) by 2x, 4x or 8x, as well as return to the basic magnification.

• Press the ZOOM (5) button successively to change the magnification ratio of the riflescope.
• While the icon  is visible on the screen, rotate the controller ring (6) for smooth digital zooming from the current magnification.

Note: the magnification value is reset to the base value when the device is switched off.

The PiP function (Picture-in-Picture) allows you to see both a magnified image in a particular dialog box and the main image.

1. Press and hold the ZOOM (5) button to turn on/off the PiP function.
2. To change the digital zoom in the PiP window, briefly press the ZOOM (5) button or rotate the controller ring (6) until the icon is visible on the screen  .
3. The magnified image is displayed in a particular dialog box, with the full magnification being used.
4. The rest of the image is displayed only with the optical zoom (digital zoom is off).
5. When PiP is turned off, the display shows the full magnification set for the PiP mode.

The riflescope has a function for wireless communication with mobile devices (smartphone or tablet) via Wi-Fi.

1. To enable the wireless module, enter the main menu by long pressing the controller button (6).
2. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select the Wi-Fi Activation  menu item.
3. Press the controller button (6) briefly to turn on/off the Wi-Fi module.

Wi-Fi is displayed in the status bar as follows:

Indication in the Status Bar	Connection Status
	Wi-Fi is switched off
	Wi-Fi is switched on by the user, Wi-Fi connection in the riflescope is in progress.
	Wi-Fi is switched on, there is no connection to the riflescope
	Wi-Fi is switched on, there is connection to the riflescope

• An external device recognizes the riflescope under the name Thermion2_XXXX, where XXXX are the four last digits of the serial number.
• After entering the password on a mobile device (see Password Setup subsection of the Wi-Fi Settings section for more information on setting a password) and setting up a connection, the icon  in the riflescope status bar will change to .
• Launch Stream Vision 2 application on your mobile device (see Stream Vision 2 section).
• Video broadcasting on a mobile screen starts after the viewfinder button on the mobile screen is activated.
• The Wi-Fi function will turn off automatically if there is not enough battery power for Wi-Fi. To use the Wi-Fi function again, you need to charge the batteries.
• When Wi-Fi is on, the power supply will switch to the internal battery after the external battery reaches a 20% charge level.

This function is designed to preserve ballistic properties of the scalable reticles X51Fi-300, M56Fi, M57Fi for all magnifications.

1. Enter the main menu with a long press of the controller button (6).
2. Enter submenu Reticle & zeroing  -> Reticle Type .
3. Select the reticle X51Fi-300, M56Fi, M57Fi.

Notes:

• When zooming in and out the image, the selected reticle on the display and in the recorded video changes its geometrical size according to the magnification selected.
• The reticle scale changes both on the main display and in the PiP mode.

This function darkens the screen, which aids the user’s concealment. However, the device stays on.

1. When the device is on, press and hold the ON/OFF (13) button for less than 3 seconds. The display will turn off, the current time and the “Display off” icon will appear.
2. Press the ON/OFF (13) button briefly to turn on the display.
3. When you press and hold the ON/OFF (13) button, the display shows the icon “Display off” with a countdown. Holding the button down for the duration of the countdown will power the device off completely.

1. Press the ON/OFF (13) button briefly to power the riflescope on (the computer will not detect the riflescope if it is turned off).
2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the riflescope USB Type-C port (10) and the other one to the port on your computer using a USB Type-A adapter.
3. The riflescope is detected by the computer automatically and no installation of drivers is required.
4. After a few seconds, two connection options appear on the display: Power and Memory card.
5. Rotate the controller ring (6) to select the connection mode.
6. Press the controller button (6) briefly to confirm your selection.

Power

• • Upon choosing this mode, your PC is used as an external power supply. An icon  will appear in the status bar.

• The riflescope continues operating and all functions are accessible.
• Battery recharge feasibility depends on your computer’s USB port.

Memory Card

• When selecting this mode, the computer recognizes the riflescope as a memory card. This mode is designed to manage the files saved in riflescope’s memory.
• Even though the riflescope is on, its functions are unavailable in this mode. It will continue to operate after being disconnected from the computer.
• If a video was being recorded at the moment of connection, the recording will stop and will be saved.

USB Disconnection

• When disconnecting from the computer, the device will continue to operate from the battery pack (if it is present and holding enough charge).
• If the riflescope is in Memory Card mode and is disconnected from USB, the device will remain on.

Install the Stream Vision 2 application to download files, update firmware, control the device by remote control and broadcast images from your device to a smartphone or a tablet via Wi-Fi.

We recommend using the latest version – Stream Vision 2.

You can find further guidelines on Stream Vision 2 here.

Download from Google Play

Download from App Store

Find answers to frequently asked questions about using Stream Vision 2 here.

Stream Vision 2 Manual

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iOS

1. Download the free Stream Vision 2 App in Google Play or the App Store.
2. Connect your Pulsar device to your mobile device (smartphone or tablet).
3. Launch Stream Vision 2 and go to section “Settings”.
4. Select your Pulsar device and press “Check firmware update”.
5. Wait for the update to download and install. Pulsar device will reboot and will be ready to operate.

Important:

• if your Pulsar device is connected to a phone or mobile device, please turn on mobile data transfer (GPRS/3G/4G) to download the latest firmware update;
• if your Pulsar device is not connected to your phone or mobile device but is already listed under “My devices” in “Settings”, you may use Wi-Fi to download the latest firmware update.

Find answers to frequently asked questions about using Stream Vision 2 here.

Is your firmware up to date?

Click here to check the latest firmware for your device.

Maintenance should be carried out at least twice a year and should include the following steps:

• Wipe the exterior surfaces of metal and plastic parts with a cotton cloth. Do not use chemically active substances, solvents, etc. as these will damage the paint.
• Clean the electric contacts of the battery pack and battery slots on the riflescope using a non-greasy organic solvent.
• Recharge the battery if necessary (50%-80% is recommended for normal use).
• Check the lenses of the eyepiece, objective and rangefinder. If necessary, remove dust and sand from the optics (it is preferable to use a non-contact method). Cleaning of the exterior surfaces of the optics should be done with cleaners designed especially for this purpose.

It is recommended to inspect your riflescope before each use. Check the following:

• The device should be free of any cracks or deformations.
• The lenses should be free of cracks, grease, dirt or debris.
• The battery level of the device should be full. Electrical sockets should be free of salts, oxidation, or other debris.
• All controls should be responsive.

Possible cause
The Battery Pack is empty
Solution
Charge the Battery Pack

Solution
In case of any malfunctions during operation, try resetting the device by long pressing the ON/OFF button for 10 seconds.

Possible cause
USB cable is damaged.
Solution
Replace USB cable.

Possible cause
The external power supply is discharged.
Solution
Charge the external power supply.

Possible cause
Calibration is required.
Solution
Perform image calibration according to Calibration Mode section.

Solution
If the image does not clear after calibration, you need to recalibrate.

Possible cause
The dioptre adjustment range is not enough for your eyesight.
Solution
If you wear glasses with a range of -3/+5, keep glasses on when looking through the eyepiece.

Possible cause
The device was exposed to static electricity during operation.
Solution
After exposure to static electricity, the device may either reboot automatically, or require turning off and on again.

Possible cause
Brightness or contrast level is too low.
Solution
Adjust the brightness or contrast in the Quick Menu.

Possible cause
Dust and condensation are covering the outside or inside optical surfaces.
Solution
Wipe the outer surface of the objective lens with a soft cotton cloth. Dry the riflescope. Let it stand for four hours in a warm room.

Possible cause
The lens is not focused.
Solution
Adjust the image by rotating the lens focus knob.

Possible cause
The riflescope is not mounted securely or the mount was not fixed with thread sealant.
Solution
Check that the riflescope has been securely mounted.
Make sure you are shooting the same cartridge and load as when the weapon was first zeroed.
Be advised that changes in season, time of day and/or changes in temperature may slightly shift your point of impact. Double checking your zero before hunting is recommended.

Possible cause
After shooting, the aiming reticle may not be in the centre of the display. This is normal and is not a defect.

Possible cause
Wrong settings.
Solution
Adjust the riflescope according to the Powering on and Image Setting section.
Check the outer surfaces of the objective lenses and eyepiece and, where necessary, wipe away dust, condensation, frost, etc. In cold weather, you can use special anti-fogging coatings (e.g., the same as for corrective glasses).

Possible cause
Password in the riflescope was changed.
Solution
Delete network and connect again inserting the password saved in the riflescope.

Possible cause
There are too many Wi-Fi networks in the area where the riflescope is located which may cause signal interference.
Solution
To ensure stable Wi-Fi performance, move the riflescope to an area with few or no Wi-Fi networks.
Solution
Switch the device’s Wi-Fi bandwidth.

Possible cause
The device has a 5 GHz network enabled, but the smartphone only supports 2.4 GHz.
Solution
Switch the device’s Wi-Fi bandwidth to 2.4 GHz.

More information on solving problems with connection to Stream Vision 2 by following the link.

Possible cause
Smartphone or tablet is out of range of a strong Wi-Fi signal. There are obstacles between the device and the smartphone or tablet (e.g., concrete walls).
Solution
Relocate smartphone or tablet into the Wi-Fi signal line of sight.

More information on solving problems with connection to Stream Vision 2 by following the link.

Possible cause
The object is behind glass, which obstructs thermal vision.
Solution
Remove the glass.

Possible cause
These problems may occur during observation in adverse weather conditions (snow, rain, fog etc.).

Solution
The presence of dots is caused by peculiarities of microbolometer or display production technology and is not a defect.

Possible cause
In warm climates, objects in the background of a thermal image heat up differently because of thermal conductivity, generating a high temperature contrast and a sharper thermal image.
In cold climates, objects in the background of a thermal image will cool down to roughly the same temperature, which leads to a greatly reduced temperature contrast and a degraded image quality. This is normal for all thermal imaging devices.

Possible cause
There is an object in front of the receiver or emitter lens preventing signal transmission.
Solution
Make sure that: the lenses are not blocked by your hand or fingers; the lenses are clean.

Possible cause
The device is not being held steadily when measuring.
Solution
Keep the device steady when measuring.

Possible cause
Distance to the object exceeds 800 m.
Solution
Pick an object at a distance not longer than 800m.

Possible cause
Low reflection ratio (for example, tree leaves).
Solution
Pick an object with higher reflection ratio (see point Additional Information in section Laser Rangefinder).

Possible cause
Inclement weather conditions (rain, mist, snow).

Possible cause
The Bluetooth module is not turned on.
Solution
Turn on the Bluetooth module according to the instructions (see the Bluetooth section).

Possible cause
The Remote control is not activated.
Solution
Activate the remote control according to instructions (see the Remote Control Activation section).

Possible cause
The Remote Control is out of range of the device.
Solution
Return to the device coverage area.

Possible cause
Remote control battery low.
Solution
Install a new CR2032 battery as follows: unscrew the screws on the rear cover of the Remote Control, remove the cover, install a new battery, and screw the cover with screws.

Possible cause
After turning on the device, it takes some time for the sensor temperature to stabilize. This is normal and is not a defect.