WINNER: Adrian Morris
DONATION: £120.58
PULSAR HELION 2 XQ38F
WINNER: Adrian Morris CHARITY: Help For Heroes
DONATION: £120.58
The Helion 2 XQ38F has a generation 2 thermal sensor, providing even more detail in difficult environmental conditions such as cold mornings, rain or fog.
By now, most thermal users are familiar with the sensor resolution of a device e.g. 384x288, and also the pixel pitch e.g. 17µm. The improvement of these new Series 2 devices concentrates on a key specification of thermal sensor technology – the NETD value.
The NETD (Noise Equivalent of Temperature Differential), expressed in millikelvins (mK) is one of the most important parameters for thermal sensors as it describes their sensitivity. The lower the NETD value, the higher the sensitivity.
In existing Helion, Trail and Accolade series models the NETD value was sub 60mK. The new <40mK sensor, exclusively manufactured by ULIS for Pulsar puts Pulsar devices at the forefront of the market with the devices all featuring a better image in conditions where there is a low-temperature difference such as during rainfall, fog or cold mornings. These environmental conditions are the most difficult for thermal imagers and this new sensor will provide a clearer image for users.
In brief the Helion 2 XQ Series Features:
- Long detection range
- High magnification
- Step-Up digital zoom
- Frost-Resistant AMOLED display
- 50Hz Refresh rate
- Focusable lens
- Dioptre control
- 8 Colour modes
- “Display Off” mode
- PiP mode
- Built-In photo & video recorder
- 16GB internal memory
- Stream Vision compatible
- User Friendly controls
- Stadiametric rangefinder
- IPX7
- Wide operating temperature (-25°C to 50°C)
- Four observation modes (Forest, Rocks, Identification and User)
- Three calibration modes (Manual, semi-auto, auto)
- Pixel correction
- Quick-Change, rechargeable IPS5 battery pack
- MicroUSB port
- Retained lens cap
- IPS Battery charger
- Image Boost Technology
Product Name A-Z | PULSAR HELION 2 XQ38F |
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SKU | OPTICSDRAW#22 |
Specs
Pulsar Helion 2 XQ38F Thermal Monocular 384x288 17um
Main
- Sensor: 384x288 pix. @ 17 µm (NETD <40 mK)
- Objective lens: F35/1.0
- Magnification, x: 3.0 - 12
- Field of view (HxV), degrees / m@100m: 10.7x8.0 / 18.7x14.0
- Detection range, m: 1350
Sensor
- Type: uncooled
- Resolution, pixels: 384x288
- Pixel pitch, µm: 17
- NETD, mK: <40
- Frame rate, Hz: 50
Optics
- Objective lens: F35/1.0
- Magnification, x: 3 – 12
- Field of view (HxV), degrees / m @ 100 m: 10.7x8.0 / 18.7x14.0
- Eye relief, mm: 15
Display
- Type: AMOLED
- Resolution, pixels: 1024x768
Range Performance
Video Recorder
- Video / photo resolution, pixel: 1024x768
- Video / photo format: .mp4 / .jpg
- Built-in memory, Gb: 16
Environmental Characteristics
- Degree of protection, IP code (IEC60529): IPХ7
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Operating temperature range, °С: -25 – +50
Power Supply
- Output voltage, V: 3.0 - 4.2
- Battery type: Li-Ion Battery Pack IPS7
- Capacity, mAh: 6400
- Operating time on battery pack (at t=22°C), h *: 9
- External power supply, V: Micro USB type-C (5 V)
Connections and Compatibilities
- Mount, type: 1/4" socket
Wi-Fi
- Frequency, GHz: 2.4 GHz
- Standard: 802.11 b/g
- Line-of-sight reception range, m: 15
Weight & Size
- Body material: Magnesium Alloy
- Dimensions, mm: 234.6х55х58
- Weight, kg: 0.45
Features
Pulsar Helion 2 XQ38F Thermal Monocular 384x288 17um
Highly Sensitive Thermal Imaging Sensor
Thermal imaging sensor with NETD 40mK ensures perfect detail recognition even in the hardest weather conditions when thermal contrast is low. The smallest temperature differences will be clearly visible during the rainfall, fog or cold mornings in the most difficult conditions for thermal imager.
Large aperture lens
The characteristics of thermal imaging optics have a decisive influence on a thermal imagers ability to capture even the lowest radiation levels. Ultimate detection efficiency is achieved with the fast lenses of the Helion 2 XQ38F (F35/1.0) and Helion 2 XQ50F (F50/1.0) thermal imagers in combination with highly sensitive thermal sensors. The Helion 2 XQ models give users the best quality, most detailed & high-contrast, informative imagery every time, even during rain or fog, when the temperature contrast of the observed scene is minimal.
Full colour HD AMOLED display
The new 1024x768 HD AMOLED display has improved colour rendering, is power saving, offers high contrast imagery and a quick-response, as well as providing clear & smooth images when observing on-the-move or in cold conditions.
Image Boost Technology
Pulsar’s proprietary Image Boost Technology is comprised of software algorithms designed to increase imaging clarity and overall image detail. Image Boost results in a sharper, more detailed field of view and enhanced object identification capabilities.
Ultra-high-strength magnesium alloy housing
The lightweight magnesium alloy housing standsout due to a high structural strength and resistance to external mechanical and climatic loads. The housing material effectively removes and dissipates the heat generated by the electronics, ensuring the operational stability of the thermal imager and maintains a high quality image during prolonged observation.
Variable Digital Zoom
Digital zoom, up to 8x depending on model, provides improved focus and better overall object recognition at significant distances.
Long detection range
Powerful objective lens in combination with professional grade thermal imaging sensor with NETD 40 mK provides exceptional detection capabilities. A standard 1,8m tall object can be detected at a 1800 m (Helion XQ50F) / 1350 m (Helion XQ38F) distance in complete darkness.
Built-in photo and video recorder
The Built-in video recorder is a great asset when it comes to filming or taking photos of once-in-a-lifetime experiences. One press of the REC button captures footage that can be shared easily with colleagues, friends and family. 16 Gb of internal memory provide many hours of recorded video and tons of photos.
Wi-Fi. Integration with IOS and Android devices
Built in Wi-Fi module provides connectivity of thermal imager with Android or iOS smartphones or tablets. The smartphone and thermal imager combination offers a set of unique features such as direct image streaming, downloading and sharing recorded files, firmware update and many other.
Other Features
Power Supply System B-Pack
Helion includes a progressive autonomous B-Pack power supply consisting of a quick-detach, rechargeable IPS7, 6.4 A-h battery pack designed to deliver over 10 hrs. of operation on maximum mode. Higher-powered IPS14 battery packs, as well as AA battery cases, also are available and provide a perfect off-the-grid power solution.
Stadiametric Rangefinder
Helion has a stadiametric rangefinder performed in the shape of rangefinding reticle which enables distance measuring to observed objects with known height (deer - 1,7 m; boar – 0,7 m; hare – 0,3 m) with a sufficient precision.
High image frequency
Due to the high image frequency (50 Hz) it is comfortable to use thermal camera dynamically (during rapid moving of observer or object of observation).
Updatable Software
For initial setup and additional updates, the iOS and Android compatible Stream Vision App ensures the most recent Helion software versions are available.
Wide range of operation temperatures
Helion thermal imaging scopes are effective for the use in low temperatures (-25°C) thanks to the frost-resistant AMOLED display employed in the unit (image remains the same as when viewing at positive temperature of the surrounding atmosphere).
User-friendly interface
The Helion is designed with ease-of-operation in mind. User feedback has resulted in the most friendly interface to date, complete with an easy-to-read, icon-driven, alpha-numeric status bar at the bottom of the display. Internal menu items and options are also displayed on a contrasting gradient substrate so you can keep an eye on settings without losing sight of your objective.
External Power Supply
Helion makes charging from external sources, such as power banks, fast and easy with a micro-USB jack. The convenience of power-bank charging even enhances the ability to power up the Helion during extremely cold weather while also protecting the source from rapid discharge.