Guide TD210 Thermal Imaging Monocular

• The Guide TD210 thermal Imaging device is a great option for those who are looking to purchase their first thermal monocular but don't want to spend too much money.

• It has an impressive set of features for its price point, such as a 10-millimeter objective lens, 256x190 pixel sensor, and 1280x960 pixel display with an interchangeable battery.

• The device has some shortcomings such as its lack of adjustable focus and image-taking/video-recording capabilities, along with a plastic housing and 25-hertz refresh rate.

• Compared to other similar products in the same price range, such as the Hikmicro Lynx LC06 and LE10 devices, the TD210 is superior in terms of features. This makes it a better choice for first-time buyers who are looking for value without compromising on quality.

Guide thermal imaging

Guide was one of the first Chinese thermal optics brands to be sold in Europe. After a period of absence, Guide returned in 2021 with two new models of their TD series of thermal monoculars: the TD210 and TD410.

Physical properties of TD210

The TD210 thermal monocular is made of plastic and is 14 cm long, 4.5 cm wide, and 7.5 cm high.

The Guide TD210 is powered by an interchangeable 18650 battery, has a handy power indicator at the top, and can be boosted with a Type C external power bank. It takes five seconds to startup and eight seconds to be ready-to-use, with an estimated battery life of eight hours. A charger for the battery is included with the device.

The TD210 thermal monocular is a budget device that has a highly sensitive Vanadium oxide sensor resolution of 256x192 with a 12-micron pixel pitch, an OLED screen at the rear displaying 1280x960, and an automatic calibration mode. The only downside of the device is its refresh rate of 25 hertz.

Optical performance

The TD210 is an affordable monocular with a 10-millimeter lens and a fast aperture of f1. It doesn't have adjustable focus, but there is a diopter button that works well. It has a wide field of view and can detect objects from 400 meters away.

The TD210 thermal monocular is designed for basic needs, with five different color modes, an on/off button, 1.8x magnification, and four times digital zoom. It has wifi to send real-time video to a smartphone, but can't record videos or take images due to low cost.

What's in the box?

1. a manual,

2. a nice carrying pouch made out of neoprene,

3. charging cables,

4. one 18650 battery,

5. the charger for the battery and

6. an additional eyepiece

Warranty

The TD210 thermal monocular is manufactured in China and has a two-year warranty.