Pulsar Talion Instruction Manual

By Barbara Dec 28, 2022

Talion 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 are designed for hunting, target shooting, and recreational shooting, observation, and orientation.

Specification

Model	XQ38	XG35
SKU (without mount)	76561	76563
SKU (with Weaver U mount)	76561U	76563U
SKU (with Weaver USQD mount)	76561S	76563S
SKU (with Weaver LQD mount)	76561L	76563L
Microbolometer
Type	uncooled	uncooled
Resolution, pixels	384×288	640×480
Pixel Pitch, μm	17	12
NETD, mK	< 40	< 40
Frame refresh rate, Hz	50	50
Optical specifications
Lens, mm	F38 F/1.2	F35 F/1.0
Magnification, x	2.5-10	2-16
Eye relief, mm/inch	50/1.96	50/1.96
Field of view (H), °/m@100	9.8/17.2	12.5 / 21.9
Diopter adjustment, D	-3/+4	-3/+4
Detection distance (Object of “deer” type), m/y	1350 / 1476	1750 / 1914
Aiming reticle
Click value (H/V), mm@100 m – when magnifying, x	17 – 2.5х 8.5 – 5х 4.25 – 10х	21 – 2х 10.5 – 4х 5.25 – 8х 2.6 – 16х
Click range, mm@100 m (H/V)	3400/3400	4200/4200
Display
Type	AMOLED	AMOLED
Resolution, pixels	1024х768	1024х768
Operating features
Diameter of the riflescope body to assemble the mounting rings, mm	30	30
Power Supply, V	3–4.2	3–4.2
Battery type / Capacity / Rated Output Voltage	Li-Ion Battery Pack АPS5 / 4900 mAh / DC 3.7 V (removable)	Li-Ion Battery Pack АPS5 / 4900 mAh / DC 3.7 V (removable)
External Power Supply	5 V, 9 V (USB Type-C Power Delivery)	5 V, 9 V (USB Type-C Power Delivery)
Battery Pack operating time at temp. = 22 °C, hrs**	9	7
Max. recoil power on rifled weapon, Joules	6000	6000
Max. recoil power on smoothbore weapon, caliber	12	12
Compatible Pulsar mounts	Weaver U Mount Weaver USQD Mount Weaver LQD Mount	Weaver U Mount Weaver USQD Mount Weaver LQD Mount
Degree of protection IP code (IEC60529)	IPX7	IPX7
Operating temperature, °С / °F	-25 – +50 / -13 – +122	-25 – +50 / -13 – +122
Dimensions with an eyecup, mm/inch	330x57x67 / 12.99×2.24×2.64	330x57x67 / 12.99×2.24×2.64
Weight (without removable battery), kg/oz	0.7 / 24.69	0.7 / 24.69
Video Recorder
Photo / video resolution, pixels	1024×768	1024×768
Video / photo format	.mp4 / .jpg	.mp4 / .jpg
Built-in memory	16 GB	16 GB
Wi-Fi Channel***
Frequency	2.4/5 GHz	2.4/5 GHz
Standard	IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac	IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac

* Purchased separately.

** Actual battery life may vary depending on the use of Wi-Fi and the built-in video recorder.

*** The reception range may vary depending on various factors: obstacles, other Wi-Fi networks.

About the Device

Package contents

Thermal imaging riflescope Talion
Mount*
Mounting screws*
Removable rubber eyecup
АPS5 Battery Pack
Adapter for APS5 battery (2 pcs.)
APS5 battery charger
Power adapter
USB Type-C cable with USB Type-A adapter
Carrying case
Lens-cleaning cloth
Quick User Manual
Warranty card

*Sold separately or included in the package. The type of mount and screws depends on the device model.

Features

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)
5 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
Integrated Wi-Fi for remote control and personal device connectivity
Device firmware update using the free Stream Vision 2 App
Recoil rated to .375H&H, 9.3×64 and 12-gauge

Video Recording

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

Battery Pack

Quick-change rechargeable Li-Ion 4900 mAh Battery Pack APS5
Charging via USB Type-C port

Components and Controls

Eyecup
Eyepiece diopter adjustment ring
MENU button
ZOOM button
REC button
Controller
Battery compartment cover lock
Battery compartment
Battery APS 5
APS 5 adapter
Battery compartment cover
ON/OFF button
Lens focus control
Lens cap
USB Type-C port

Power Supply

Precautions

Always use the APS 5 charger supplied with the device (or purchased separately) to charge the APS 5 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.
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 an external device with a current consumption that exceeds permitted levels.
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.

Recommendations for Battery Use

The battery should be partially charged for long-term storage – 50 to 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.

Battery Charging

Talion thermal imaging riflescopes come with a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion Battery Pack APS5. The batterу should be charged before first use.

The icon in the status bar will flash when the battery is low. The battery needs to be charged.

Option 1

Install the APS 5 battery (9) in the battery compartment (8) of the device.
Connect the USB Type-C cable (19) to the USB Type-C connector (15) of the device.
Connect the other end of the USB Type-C cable (19) to the Power Adapter (20) by removing the USB Type-A adapter.
Plug the Power Adapter (19) into a 100-240 V socket.
Wait until the battery is fully charged (indication in the status bar: ).

LED indication	Battery charge status
	Battery is charging
	Battery is fully charged

Option 2

Insert the APS 5 battery (9) along the guide into the APS 5 charger* (16) slot as far as it will go. The APS 5 charger is supplied with your device or purchased separately.
Connect the other end of the USB Type-C cable (19) to the Power Adapter (20) by removing the USB Type-A adapter.
Plug the Power Adapter (20) into a 100-240 V socket.
Connect the other end of the USB Type-C cable (19) to the USB Type-C connector (17) of the charger.
LED indicators (18) will display the battery charge level (see Table).
Wait until the battery is fully charged (LED indication (18): ).

Note: Two batteries* can be charged at the same time, a second slot is provided for it.

LED indication (18) in the battery charging mode	Battery Level
	Battery charge level is from 0% to 25%
	Battery charge level is from 26% to 50%
	Battery charge level is from 51% to 80%
	Battery charge level is from 81% to 99%
	Battery is fully charged. Charging will automatically stop. The battery can be disconnected from the charger.
	Defective battery. Do not use the battery!

LED indication (18) in the standby mode**	Battery Level
	Battery charge level is from 0% to 25%
	Battery charge level is from 26% to 50%
	Battery charge level is from 51% to 80%
	Battery charge level is from 81% to 99%
	Battery is fully charged. It can be disconnected from the charger.
	Defective battery. Do not use the battery!

* Available separately

** Standby mode is when the batteries are in the charger but the Power Adapter is not connected. In this mode, the indicators are only on for 10 seconds.

Attention! When using a Power Adapter that does not support USB Power Delivery fast charging technology, the flicker frequency of the LED indicators decreases by a factor of 3 and the charge time increases.

Attention! The charger heats up during fast charging. Excess heat is removed through the radiator and does not affect the device operation.

Battery Installation

Set the battery compartment lock (7) to the far right position .
Open the battery compartment cover (11).
Insert the APS5 battery (9) with the attached APS5 adapter (10) under the battery compartment cover (11) as shown in the image. The protrusion(A) on the battery should fit into the groove between the fasteners under the battery compartment cover (11).
Close the battery compartment cover (11).
Move the lock(7) to the end left position until it stops. The lock tab should be aligned with the icon .

External Power Supply

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

Connect the external power supply to the micro USB Type-C port (15) of the riflescope.
The riflescope switches to an external power source, while the APS5 Battery Pack will gradually recharge.
A rechargeable battery icon indicating a percentage of the battery life will appear in the status bar.
If the riflescope operates on external power supply but the Battery Pack is not installed, an icon is shown.
When external power supply is disconnected, the riflescope switches to the APS5 battery pack without powering off.

Warning! Charging 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.

Getting Started

Mounting on the Rifle

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To ensure accurate shooting the Talion riflescope should be properly mounted on the rifle.

Secure the support* (22) on the riflescope mount (21) using an Allen wrench/hex key* and screws (23)* (clamping force – 4 Nm/35.4 in-lbs).
Choosing the position of the mount helps to ensure the correct eye relief, depending on the type of rifle.
Install the riflescope with the mount on the rifle and check if the position is suitable for you, then remove it.
Unscrew the screws (23) halfway, apply some thread sealant onto the thread of the screws (23) and tighten them fully (clamping force – 4 Nm/35.4 in-lbs). Let the sealant dry for the time specified in the instructions. The riflescope is ready to be installed on a rifle and to be zeroed.
Before using the riflescope (especially for hunting), follow the instructions in the Zeroing section.

*Sold separately or included in the package. The type of mount and screws depends on the device model.

Mount	Screws
Weaver U	2 screws М6х18
Weaver USQD	2 screws М6х20
Weaver LQD	3 screws М6Х12

Powering on and Image Settings

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Remove the lens cover (14).
Turn the unit on with a short press of the ON/OFF (12) button.
Adjust the sharpness of the symbols on the display by rotating the dioptre adjustment ring of the eyepiece (2).
Rotate the lens focus control (13) to focus on visual target.
Enter the main menu with a long press of the MENU (3) button and select the desired calibration mode by rotating the controller: manual (M), semi-automatic (SA), or automatic (A).
Calibrate the image with a short press of the ON/OFF (12) button (when calibration mode SA or M has been selected). Close the lens cap before manual calibration.
Activate the quick menu by briefly pressing the MENU (3) button to select the amplification level (“Normal” , “High” , “Ultra” ), and adjust the brightness and contrast (see the Quick Menu section).
Repeatedly press the ZOOM (4) button successively to change the magnification ratio of the riflescope. While the magnifying glass icon is visible on the screen, rotate the controller (6) for smooth digital zooming from the current magnification.
Power the device off with a long press of the ON/OFF (12) button.

Observation conditions: time of day, weather, and 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.

Button Operation

OPERATION	BUTTON
Power device on	short press
Power device off	long press for 3 secs
Turn display off	long press for less than 3 secs
Turn display on	short press
Calibrate the microbolometer	short press
Control discrete digital zoom	short press
Smooth Zooming	rotation
PiP on/off	long press
Video Recorder
Start/pause/resume video recording	short press
Stop video recording	long press
Switch to video/photo mode	long press
Capture Photo	short press
Main Menu
Enter main menu	long press
Navigation through menu	rotation
Enter menu items	short press
Confirm value	short press
Exit menu items	long press
Exit main menu	long press
Quick Menu
Enter quick menu	short press
Switch between quick menu options	short press
Parameter change	rotation
Exit quick menu	long press

Zeroing

How to Zero

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

Step 1. Take a shot.

Shooting from a bench rest is recommended.
Set a target at a known distance.
Adjust the riflescope according to the Powering on and Image Setting section.
Select the zeroing profile (see Reticle & Zeroing -> Zeroing Profilemain menu item).
Point the rifle at the center of the target and shoot.

Step 2. Align the reticle with the point of impact.

Press and hold the MENU (3) button to enter the main menu.
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(6). Press the MENU (3) button briefly to switch
between digits. After setting the required distance, press and hold the MENU (3) button 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 MENU (3) button briefly to enter the Windage/Elevationsubmenu.

5. While holding the reticle at the aiming point, move the auxiliary crossuntil it is aligned with the impact point by rotating the controller (6).

6. To change the direction of the auxiliary cross movement from horizontal to vertical, press the MENU (3) button 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.

Model	XQ38	XG35
Click value (H/V), mm@100 m – when magnifying, x	17 – 2.5х 8.5 – 5х 4.25 – 10х	21 – 2х 10.5 – 4х 5.25 – 8х 2.6 – 16х

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 & Zeroingmenu item => Distance submenu => Zeroing Parameters Settings submenu => Freezesubmenu or short pressing of the ON/OFF (12) button. The image will “freeze” and the icon will appear.

Step 3. Save the coordinates.

Press and hold the MENU (3)button to save a new position for the reticle. The reticle will be aligned with the impact point and it will exit the Windage/Elevationsubmenu.
Press and hold the MENU (3) button again to exit the zeroing settings menu – the message “Zeroing coordinates saved” appears, confirming the successful operation.
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.

Add New Distance

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

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

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

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

Zeroing Parameters Settings

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Press and hold the MENU (3) button to enter the main menu.
Rotate the controller (6) to select Reticle & Zeroingin the menu. Briefly press MENU (3) to select it. Zeroed distances are displayed below.
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.
To zero at any distance again, rotate the controller (6) to select the required distance and briefly press the MENU (3) button.
Rotate the controller (6) to select the Zeroing Parameters Settingsand enter by briefly pressing the MENU (3) button.
Zeroing screen, which allows the change of zeroing coordinates, will appear:

Windage/Elevation

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

Magnification (when Zeroing)

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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.

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

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

Freeze

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

In the Zeroing Parameters Settings menu, rotate the controller (6) to move the cursor to the Freezefunction.
Align the reticle with the point of aiming and press the MENU (3) button or the ON/OFF (12) button. A screenshot will be taken, an iconwill appear.
Go to the additional Windage/Elevationsubmenu and adjust the position of the reticle (see the How to Zero section).
Select the Freezesubmenu item again and briefly press the MENU (3) button or ON/OFF(12) button – the image will “unfreeze”.

Name distance

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In the Zeroing Parameters Settingsmenu, rotate the controller (6) to select the Name Distancesubmenu item and enter it by briefly pressing the MENU (3) button.
Rotate the controller (6) to select a value for each digit. Press the MENU (3) button briefly to switch between digits.
Press and hold the MENU (3) button to confirm the selection.

Change Primary Distance

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Press and hold the MENU (3) button to enter the main menu.
Rotate the controller (6) to select the Reticle & Zeroing menu item and enter by briefly pressing the MENU (3) button – zeroed distances are displayed at the bottom.
Select a non-primary distance and enter the submenu for operating the distance with a brief press of the MENU (3) button.
Select Change Primary Distanceitem.
Press the MENU (3)button briefly.
Iconnext 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.

Delete Distance

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

Interface

Status Bar

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

Colour Mode:
- – White hot
- – Black hot
Actual zeroing profile (e.g., A)
Zeroing distance (e.g., 100 m)
Amplification level (e.g., Normal)
Smoothing Filter (displayed when the function is on)
Calibration mode (a countdown timer will appear instead of the calibration icon when in automatic calibration mode with 3 seconds remaining until automatic calibration)
Magnification
Microphone
Wi-Fi connection
Auto Shutdown (e.g., 5 min)
Clock
Power Indication:
- – charge level if the device is powered by a battery
- – charge level if the device is charging and powered by a battery
- – no battery, the device is connected to an external power supply

Quick Menu

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The quick menu allows you to control the main settings of the riflescope (brightness, contrast), select the sensitivity amplifying level, measure the distance using a stadiometric rangefinder and change the zeroing distance (if there are several) to another one in the current profile.

Press the MENU (3) button briefly to enter the quick menu.
A short press of the MENU (3) button enables you to switch between functions, as described below.

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

Contrastrotate the controller (6) to change the image contrast value from 00 to 20.

– 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 (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).

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.

Stadiametric rangefinder – rotating the controller (6), change the distance between the special mark points to determine the distance to the observed object (for more details on the rangefinder, see the Stadiametric Rangefinder section).

Press and hold the MENU (3) button to exit the menu or wait 10 seconds to exit automatically.

Functions

Amplification Level

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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

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

Video Recording and Photography

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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.

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 (5) button. Switching between the modes is cyclical (Video–> Photo–> Video…).

Photo mode. Capturing an image.

Switch to the Photomode with a long press of the REC (5) button.
Press the REC (5) button briefly to capture a photo. The iconflashes – the photo file is being saved to the built-in SD card.

Video mode. Recording a video.

Switch to the Video mode with a long press of the REC (5) button.
Press the REC (5) button briefly to start video recording.
When the video recording starts, the iconwill disappear, instead of it the REC icon as well as the video recording timer displayed in the MM:SS (minutes:seconds) format will appear
Pause/continue recording by briefly pressing the REC (5) button.
Press and hold the REC (5) 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.

Discrete Digital Zoom

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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 or 4x, 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.

PiP Function

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

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

Display-Off Function

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

When the device is on, press and hold the ON/OFF (12) button for less than 3 seconds. The display will turn off, the current time and the “Display off” icon will appear.
Press the ON/OFF (12) button briefly to turn on the display.
When you press and hold the ON/OFF (12) button, the display shows the “Display off” icon with a countdown. Holding the button down for the duration of the countdown will power the device off completely.

Wi-Fi Function

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

To enable the wireless module, enter the main menu by long pressing the MENU (3) button.
Rotate the controller (6) to select the Wi-Fi Activationmenu item.
Press the MENU (3) button 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, and there is no connection to the riflescope
	Wi-Fi is switched on, and there is a connection to the riflescope

An external device recognizes the riflescope under the name Talion_XXXX, where XXXX are the four last digits of the serial number.
After entering the password (default: 12345678) 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 iconin the riflescope status bar changes to.
The Wi-Fi function will turn off automatically if there is not enough battery power for Wi-Fi. The battery icon will turn red and flash. To use the Wi-Fi function again, you need to charge the battery.

Scalable Reticles

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

Enter the main menu with a long press of the MENU (3) button.
Enter submenu Reticle & zeroing-> Reticle Type.
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.

Stadiametric Rangefinder

Thermal imaging riflescopes are equipped with a stadiametric rangefinder, which allows you to determine the approximate distance to an object, if its size is known.

To select the Stadiametric Rangefinder function, enter the Quick Menu by briefly pressing the MENU (3) button.
Press the MENU (3) button briefly to select the icon.
The display will show the lines for measurements, the icons and numbers of the measured distance for three objects.
Place the bottom fixed line under the object.
Rotate the controller (6) to move the upper line relative to the lower horizontal fixed line so that the object is located directly between the lines. A target range automatically recalculated along with movement.
To exit the rangefinder mode, briefly press the MENU (3) button or wait 10 seconds to exit automatically.

Notes:

There are three predefined values for objects: Hare – 0.3 m high, Boar – 0.7 m high, Deer – 1.7 m high.
The measured range value is rounded off before being displayed – for large range values up to 5 m, for shorter range – up to 1 m.
To select a unit of measurement (meters or yards), go to the General Settings menu item => Units of Measure submenu.

USB Connection

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Press the ON/OFF (12) button briefly to power the riflescope on (the computer will not detect the riflescope if it is turned off).
Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB Type-C (15) connector of the riflescope, the other one to the port on your computer using a USB Type-A adapter.
The riflescope is detected by the computer automatically and no installation of drivers is required.
After a few seconds, two connection options appear on the display: Power and Memory card.
Rotate the controller (6) to select the connection mode.
Press the controller MENU (3) briefly to confirm your selection.

Power

Upon choosing this mode, your PC is used as an external power supply. An iconwill appear in the status bar.
The riflescope continues operating and all functions are accessible.
A 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

If the riflescope is in Powermode and is disconnected from a USB power source, it will continue to operate using its rechargeable battery if sufficiently charged.
If the riflescope is in Memory Card mode and is disconnected from USB, the device will remain on.

Software

Stream Vision 2

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 WiFi.

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.

Firmware Update

Download the free Stream Vision 2 App in Google Play or the App Store.
Connect your Pulsar device to your mobile device (smartphone or tablet).
Launch Stream Vision 2 and go to section “Settings”.
Select your Pulsar device and press “Check firmware update”.
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.

Maintenance

Technical Inspection

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.

Technical Maintenance

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 riflescoepe 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.

Troubleshooting

The device does not turn on.

Possible cause: The Battery Pack is empty.

Solution: Charge the Battery Pack.

The device does not operate from an external power source.

Possible cause: USB cable is damaged.

Solution: Replace USB cable.

Possible cause: The external power supply is discharged.

Solution: Charge the external power supply.

The image is fuzzy. There are distortions in the form of bars of different widths lying in different directions, or dots of different sizes and brightness.

Possible cause: Calibration is required.

Solution: Perform image calibration according to Calibration Mode section.

Black screen after calibration.

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

The reticle is blurred and cannot be focused with the dioptre ring.

Possible cause: The dioptre adjustment range is not enough for your eyesight.

Solution: If you wear glasses with a range of -3/+4, keep glasses on when looking through the eyepiece.

Coloured lines appeared on display or image has disappeared.

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.

The image is too dark.

Possible cause: Brightness or contrast level is too low.

Solution: Adjust the brightness or contrast in the Quick Menu.

The reticle is crisp but an object at least 30m away is blurry.

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 clarity of the picture by rotating the lens focus control.

The point of impact shifts after firing rounds.

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.

The riflescope will not focus.

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).

Smartphone or tablet cannot be connected to the device.

Possible cause: Password in the riflescope was changed.

Solution: Delete the device from your local network and add it again, using the password saved on your 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.

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.

Wi-Fi signal is missing or interrupted.

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.

The image of the object being observed is missing.

Possible cause: The object is behind glass, which obstructs thermal vision.

Solution: Remove the glass.

Poor image quality / Reduced detection distance.

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

There are several light or black dots (pixels) on riflescope’s display or microbolometer.

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

When the device is used in low temperature conditions the image quality is worse than in positive temperatures.

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.

The device turns off when taking a shot.

Possible cause: The battery compartment cover lock is not fully closed.

Solution: Close the battery compartment cover. Move the lock to the end left position until it stops. The lock tab should be aligned with the icon .

Legal Compliances and Disclaimers

Attention! Talion thermal imaging riflescopes require a license when exported outside your country.

Electromagnetic compatibility. This product complies with the requirements of European standard EN 55032: 2015, Class A.

Caution: operating this product in a residential area may cause radio interference.

The manufacturer reserves the right at any time, without mandatory notice, to make changes to the package contents, design, and characteristics that do not impair the quality of the product.
Repair of the device is possible within 5 years.

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