Axion 2 XQ / Axion 2 XQ LRF

Axion 2 XQ35 has the following advantages:

• new image processing algorithms;
• adjusted brightness and contrast settings combined with three image amplification levels which allow early detection and recognition of objects in harsh weather and minor temperature differences;
• a distinctively wide linear field of view of 10.7° / 18.2 m at 100 m for improved observation of wide areas and distant objects in motion;
• a fast aperture F35/1.0 lens,
• up to 11 hours of continuous operation on a single battery charge;
• compatible with Stream Vision 2 which allows distant operation and firmware update from smartphone;
• 10% more compact and 16% more lightweight than Axion XQ38).

Image Boost is not available as a dedicated feature but it’s incorporated in the image amplification levels.

To switch between color modes, please proceed to the menu and select the menu item "Color modes". Please refer to the user manual for details.

1) Download the Stream Vision 2 App from Google Play or the App Store free of charge.

2) Connect your Pulsar device to your mobile device (refer to point 8 above).

3) Launch Stream Vision 2 and go to “Settings”.

4) Select your connected Pulsar device and press “Check for updates”.

Important:

If your Pulsar device is connected to your phone, please use Mobile data (GPRS / 3G / 4G / 5G) to download the update.

- If your Pulsar device is not connected to your phone but is already in the “Device” menu section, you can use WiFi to download updates.

5) Download the firmware update to the application, connect your device unless it´s connected.

6) Press “Update device” and wait for the update to download and install.

Then the Pulsar device will restart and be ready to operate.

No, restoring a previous firmware version is not possible.

AXION is a purely handheld device and cannot be mounted on a rifle. 

In the course of the calibration process the image freezes on the screen – this is normal and not a defect.

Default calibration mode is “Automatic” (the software decides when calibration is necessary) but

you can change it to “Manual” mode in the "Main menu" => "Calibration mode" to calibrate the riflescope 

when you need to based on actual image quality. Please close the lens cover prior to manual calibration. We recommend using automatic mode all the time.

Please read more about calibration in the user manual for your thermal device.

You are using the manual calibration mode without closing the lens cover.

Please make sure the lens cover is closed during calibration or switch to the automatic calibration mode if you do not want to close the cover.

No, a clicking sound is normal in the automatic and semiautomatic calibration modes.

You may switch to the manual calibration mode to avoid the sound. Remember to close the lens cover to make sure no ghost images appear on the display.

Calibration levels the background temperature of the microbolometer and eliminates image flaws

(such as vertical stripes, ghost images of previous objects etc.). Intervals between calibrations depend

on operating time: the longer a thermal imager operates nonstop, the less frequently calibration is required.

Please note that a certain amount of non-functional pixels (max 0.5% of total quantity) is allowed by the sensor and is not considered a defect. You may try repairing the pixels using the respective menu item of your thermal imager. For details, please refer to the user manual. 

Click here to view sample video instructions.

Activate the pixel repair option in the device`s menu. You will be redirected to a window with picture in picture (PiP) mode and an auxiliary cross.

Operate with navigation buttons to move the cross into the bad pixel’s coordinates. Dead pixels disappear when the auxiliary crosss is in the correct position.

Press the ON/OFF button and check for the “OK” message on the display.

Please take note of the following:

• 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 the shape of the target. A shiny or brightly colored surface is normally more reflective than a dark surface.
• Measuring range to a small sized target is more difficult than to a large target. Accuracy of the 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.
• When measuring range to a small-sized target located more that 400 meters away, it is recommended that you put your elbow against a solid surface. This is due to possible hand tremors and difficulty hitting the target with the beam at a longer distance.

All of our products, including AXION XQ LRF, feature 1 Class Safety (standard IEC60825-1:2014) laser
which means it's harmless to the eyes. Nevertheless, please avoid looking directly at the emitting lens of the rangefinder.

No, it’s not possible. Please use AXION 2 XQ35 LRF if you need a laser rangefinder.

The User Mode function saves selected brightness and contrast settings in the device's memory providing optimal image quality for the next use of the thermal imager immediately, with no additional adjustments needed.
The function is enabled in the main menu of Pulsar thermal imaging devices and remains active until the user disables it.
While the function is active, the thermal imaging device will save the latest brightness and contrast settings specific to each observation mode.
They are stored in the memory even if you temporarily disable the User Mode. Reactivating it will return the saved brightness and contrast settings.