Pulsar Night Vision recently launched a Firmware update, and now it’s time for upgraded Series 2 versions of their ACCOLADE LRF, HELION and TRAIL LRF products.

They all have lower than 40mK NETD sensitivity (Noise Equivalent Temperature Difference). That technical detail probably makes little sense to most people. Well, it means that the devices will be able to pick up even the smallest temperature differences.

This is extremely useful in difficult conditions like fog, heavy rainfall or simply after a cold night when everything in the environment seems to have the same temperature. This sensor will detect and show you these fractions.

On top of this upgrade, the new TRAIL 2 LRF will also have a bunch of additional upgrades, such as:

Instant start-up (under 3 seconds)
Full colour HD display
Magnesium alloy body
Wide angle eye piece
16 GB memory
Recording in HD .mp4 format (this will be nice for Video reviews and other presentations).

 

Below you will find the three new releases. I’m sorry if there is information that will re-appear.

 

First out are the binoculars:

Thermal Binoculars – The Pulsar ACCOLADE 2 LRF XP50

The biggest upgrade to new ACCOLADEs is the new highly sensitive thermal imaging sensor.

Starting from 2020 ULIS begins manufacturing microbolometers with NETD lower than 40 mK exclusively for Pulsar.

These new, highly sensitive thermal imaging sensors ensure perfect detail recognition even during rainfall, fog or cold mornings. These conditions have very low thermal contrast and are most challenging to any thermal spotter.

Combined with new sensor, the Image Boost technology offers unprecedented image clarity and overall high image detail. Image boost is a proprietary combination of software algorithms that makes picture look sharper and more detailed enabling better object identification capabilities.

The new ACCOLADE LRF, offers a set of impressive features:

• Large Detection Range up to 1800 meters in Full Darkness.
• Image Detail Boost Technology
• Built-in Precise Laser Rangefinder
• High Resolution 640×480 @ 17 µm Thermal Imaging Sensor
• Quick-change Rechargeable Batteries
• Built-in Photo and Video recorder
• Wi-Fi. Integration with IOS and Android Devices
• Full-Color, AMOLED Display
• 8 Color Palettes.
• Picture in Picture function.
• 4 Observation Modes
• IPX7 Fully Waterproof

 

 

 

Next up is the HELION 2 XP50 Thermal Imaging Scope:

New Pulsar HELION 2 XP50 brings unprecedented thermal sensitivity to the mainstream outdoor market 

Yukon Advanced Optics, the leading developer and manufacturer of day and night vision optics for outdoor professionals and amateurs, introduced a major upgrade of its renowned Pulsar HELION thermal imaging scope – the HELION 2 XP50, which brings an unprecedented thermal sensitivity and image detail to mainstream consumers.

The main enhancement in HELION 2 XP50 is the usage of a new 640×480 pixel, 17µm uncooled micro-bolometric thermal sensor with 40 millikelvin (mK) noise equivalent temperature difference (NETD), which dramatically increases detail recognition even in toughest weather conditions when thermal contrast is low.

The sensor ensures the smallest temperature differences will be visible clearly during the rainfall, fog or cold mornings in the most difficult conditions for the thermal imager.

By employing the 40mK NETD sensor, Pulsar HELION 2 XP50 pushes market boundaries once again, as most mainstream thermal imaging devices, built for hunting, sports and leisure have NETD values ranging from 70 to 50 mK.

This is a major step-up for search and rescue professionals, law enforcers, hunters, and other outdoor enthusiasts, trying to expand their abilities in low visibility surroundings.

All of this comes together with previous well-known Pulsar HELION XP50 features, such as:

• Proprietary Image Boost picture enhancement technology, which increases clarity and detailedness of the image, allowing better identification of the objects
• Detection of 1.8 m (6 ft) tall object up to 1800 meters (2000 yds) in complete darkness
• Variable, digital zoom up to 8x
• Picture-in-picture mode, allowing display of a magnified image in the main field of view
• Eight color palette, enhancing viewing in varying conditions
• Built-in Wi-Fi and support for Android, iOS devices, allowing “over-the-air” firmware upgrades, direct video streaming and sharing
• IPX7 waterproof protection, allowing the device to be operational even after submersion in the water up to to 1 meter (3 ft) deep for up to 30 minutes

 

Last, but definitely not least, we have the new Pulsar TRAIL 2 LRF XP50 Thermal Imaging Riflescope.

Yukon Advanced Optics, the leading developer and manufacturer of day and night vision optics for outdoor professionals and amateurs, has introduced a new thermal imaging riflescope – Pulsar TRAIL 2 LRF XP50. The upgraded riflescope boasts significantly increased thermal sensitivity, image detail and ruggedness providing hunters ever more accuracy when hunting in complex conditions.

TRAIL 2 LRF XP50 uses a new 640×480 pixel, 17µm uncooled micro-bolometric thermal sensor with 40 millikelvin (mK) noise equivalent temperature difference (NETD), which ensures perfect detail recognition even in toughest weather conditions when thermal contrast is low.

It distinguishes the smallest temperature differences during the rainfall, fog or cold mornings which are the most difficult conditions for a thermal imager, thus providing hunters with a clear view.

With the new 40mK NETD sensor Pulsar TRAIL 2 LRF XP50 defines a new standard for thermal imaging riflescopes, as most mainstream hunting thermal imaging devices have sensors with NETD values ranging from 70 to 50 mK.

Another new feature – a full-color, 1024×768 pixel HD AMOLED display that delivers crisp, richly contrasted, vividly colored picture, AMOLED technology ensures flawless, fluid, high-resolution imaging and power saving.

Trail 2 LRF XP50

Pulsar TRAIL 2 LRF XP50 now employs a new complex wide-angle six-lens eyepiece, which increases the field of view by 20% compared to the previous model. Combined with the HD quality AMOLED display, the eyepiece delivers a rich and deep image perception.

These capabilities now come in a new shockproof, rugged yet lightweight magnesium alloy housing which is designed to withstand recoils of high caliber rifles. Increased structural rigidity reduces vibrations during the shot and leads to enhanced ballistics while properties of magnesium alloy help to ensure better heat dissipation.

Pulsar TRAIL 2 LRF XP50 has also an expanded up to 16 GB internal memory for recording HD videos in .mp4 format using a built-in recorder.

Other features of Pulsar TRAIL 2 LRF XP50:

• Built-in precise laser rangefinder provides accurate rangefinding in two modes – Single Time Measurement and Scanning mode with ±1 m accuracy up to 1 km distance. Scanning mode allows the shooter to adjust quickly to changing distances for better shot placement.
• 3-second instant startup
• Proprietary Image Boost picture enhancement technology, which increases clarity and detailedness of the image, allowing better identification of the objects
• Long-range – up to 1800 meters (2000 yds) detection of 1.8 m (6 ft) tall object in complete darkness
• Variable, digital zoom up to 8x
• Picture-in-picture mode, allowing display of a magnified image in the main field of view
• Up to 5 zeroing profiles, with 10 distance coordinates each for varying situations, in internal memory for quick rifle change-outs and on-the-fly adjustments
• A wide array of color-customizable reticles, including scalable ballistic styles. Color options: black, white, red and green
• Built-in Wi-Fi and support for Android, iOS devices, allowing “over-the-air” firmware upgrades, direct video streaming and sharing
• IPX7 waterproof protection, allowing the device to be operational even after submersion in the water up to to 1 meter (3 ft) deep for up to 30 minutes

Check out TFB’s Photo Of The Night with the “old” Pulsar Trail XP50. I can’t wait to experience the Darkness with the new devices.

The (European) MSPRPs are as follows:

Accolade 2 LRF XP50 – 4,490 EUR

​Helion 2 XP50 – 3,450 EUR

Trail 2 LRF XP50 – 4,790 EUR (to be confirmed)

The exact release dates may differ between regions, but in general you should be able to find them in stores during the spring.

You can find Pulsar’s Instagram here and their homepage here.

What do you think about the features of the new Series 2?