{"title":"Pulsar Telos Series","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos is Pulsar's upgradeable handheld thermal line. One body, one battery, one control layout, and a range of sensors and lenses that change what the unit is good at.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing between the models comes down to two questions: how much ground you need in view at once, and whether ranging should live in the scanner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe upgrade path changes what those choices cost you. Pulsar can change the sensor, change the objective lens, or add a laser rangefinder to a Telos after purchase, so the tier you start at is not a permanent decision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Telos Line Splits by Sensor Size, Not by Price\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery Telos model name carries its sensor class and its lens. XQ is a 384 sensor, XP and XG are both 640, XL is 1024, and XT is 1280. The number that follows is the objective lens in millimeters, which is why the XQ35 is the only 35mm unit in the group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLRF in the name means a laser rangefinder is built into the housing. An LRF model and its non-LRF twin are the same optic otherwise, with identical sensors, lenses, and magnification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe thing most buyers get wrong is assuming the list climbs in a straight line. It does not. Base magnification actually runs backward, with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-lrf-xg50-thermal-binocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XG50 Thermal Monocular\"\u003e640 XG50\u003c\/a\u003e starting higher than the 1280 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-lrf-xt50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XT50 LRF\"\u003eXT50\u003c\/a\u003e, and the widest view in the line belongs to the most expensive unit rather than the cheapest. Sensor size and lens together decide magnification and field of view, and those two specs are what separate these models in the field.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare Every Telos Side by Side\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"104\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"104\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"104\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"104\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"104\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"104\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eField of view\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRangefinder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos XQ35\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e384\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e35mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-12x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10.7°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos XP50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e640 (17 µm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.5-10x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12.4°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos LRF XP50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e640 (17 µm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.5-10x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12.4°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos LRF XG50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e640 (12 µm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.5-14x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.8°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos XL50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.5-20x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos LRF XL50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.5-20x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos LRF XT50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1280\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-16x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e17.5°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTwo patterns are worth pulling out of that table. Detection distance is nearly identical across every 50mm model, so it is not a useful way to separate them. Field of view varies by double, from 8.8 degrees to 17.5, and that is the spec you will actually feel on every scan you make.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart With Your Ground, Not the Spec Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTimber, brush, field edges, and feeder setups.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Distances are short, and identification happens well inside what a 384 sensor handles. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-xq35-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XQ35 Thermal Monocular\"\u003eXQ35\u003c\/a\u003e is the lightest unit in the line and the easiest to carry all night, and its 35mm lens gives it a higher starting magnification than its sensor size suggests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumid country, river bottoms, and wet ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e When the air is heavy and everything reads the same temperature, sensitivity matters more than resolution. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-xp50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XP50\"\u003eXP50\u003c\/a\u003e is built around holding contrast in exactly those conditions, and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-lrf-xp50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XP50 LRF\"\u003eLRF XP50\u003c\/a\u003e adds ranging to the same optic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong lanes, cuts, and crop rows\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Narrow ground rewards magnification and does not punish a narrow view. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-lrf-xg50-thermal-binocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos LRF XG50 \"\u003eLRF XG50\u003c\/a\u003e starts at 3.5x and reaches the farthest of the 640 units, at the cost of the tightest field of view in the line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen pasture and crop ground where you glass wide and confirm far\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-xl50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XL50\"\u003eXL50\u003c\/a\u003e pairs a wide field with the deepest zoom range in the series, so you find heat across an entire field and then push in to identify what it is. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-lrf-xl50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XL50 LRF\"\u003eLRF XL50\u003c\/a\u003e is the same optic with ranging built in for ground where distances change constantly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong sessions covering serious acreage\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-lrf-xt50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XT50 LRF\"\u003eLRF XT50\u003c\/a\u003e has the widest field in the line, which means fewer sweeps to clear the same ground and less fatigue over hours behind the glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore Resolution Buys Field of View, Not Reach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the most common misunderstanding about the top of the line, and it is worth being blunt about. Stepping from 1024 to 1280 does not let you identify animals meaningfully farther out. Both use the same pixel size behind the same lens, so both land roughly the same detail on an animal at a given distance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat the higher resolution buys is a wider frame and a more comfortable image over a long night. That is worth money to someone glassing large acreage for hours. It is not worth money to someone who wants to shoot farther, because it will not do that.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen a Built-In Rangefinder Earns Its Cost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe XP50 and the XL50 are each sold in ranging and non-ranging versions, and the ranging version is otherwise the same optic, so you are paying for the module rather than a better image. The LRF XG50 and LRF XT50 come only with ranging built in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRanging in the scanner is worth it when distances change shot to shot across open ground, and when you hunt with a partner, because the caller can find the animal and give the shooter a number without anyone moving. It is not worth it when you hunt known distances around feeders and food plots, or when you already carry a rangefinder you trust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaser reach is a measuring figure rather than a hunting distance. A Telos will range something considerably farther out than it will show you clearly enough to identify, and the image, not the laser, decides whether a shot is on the table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery Telos Shares One Platform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach model uses the same rubber coated body, the same ambidextrous control layout, and the same removable battery pack that charges over USB-C or wirelessly. Focus and zoom rings sit together on the lens so the unit runs the same in either hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery unit is fully waterproof, rated to survive a drop into shallow water rather than just shedding rain, records video and photos to internal storage, and connects to a phone through the Stream Vision 2 app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll of them accept the same hardware upgrades. A sensor change, a lens change, or a rangefinder addition can happen after purchase through Pulsar's upgrade service, which is the strongest argument for buying into this line instead of an optic that can never be anything but what it was on day one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot Every Hunter Needs a Telos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Telos is a scanner. If the optic needs to sit on the rifle and be used for the shot, buy a thermal riflescope and let the handheld stay a handheld.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your sessions run long enough that one eye starts to fatigue, two-eye viewing is more comfortable, and a thermal binocular is the better spend. If you want something that lives in a jacket pocket for quick property checks, a compact handheld is smaller and cheaper than any Telos. And if the budget sits below this line, the broader handheld collection has capable scanners under it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed Telos units also come through our used and demo stock from time to time, so it is worth asking what is on hand if the new price is the obstacle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePulsar Telos FAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich Telos has the widest field of view?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe LRF XT50 at 17.5 degrees, followed by the XL50 at 14. The LRF XG50 has the narrowest at 8.8 degrees, which is the tradeoff for its higher magnification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the difference between the Telos XP50 and the LRF XG50?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth are 640 sensors, but the XG50 uses smaller pixels, which makes its sensor physically smaller. Behind the same 50mm lens that produces more magnification and a narrower view. The XP50 sees wider and holds contrast better in poor conditions; the XG50 reaches farther down narrow ground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo all Telos monoculars use the same battery?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Every model runs the same removable pack, which charges over USB-C and supports wireless charging, and swaps in the field without tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the 1280 model worth the upgrade over the 1024?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt depends on what you want from it. The 1280 gives you a wider field and a more comfortable image over long sessions, but it does not identify animals meaningfully farther out than the 1024 does.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich Telos is best for coyote hunting?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt depends on your ground rather than the species. Calling in timber and along edges suits the XQ35. Open pasture where you need to confirm an animal at distance suits the XL50. Narrow lanes and cuts suit the LRF XG50.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"telos-xp50-thermal-monocular","title":"Pulsar Telos XP50 Thermal Monocular","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePulsar Telos XP50\u003c\/strong\u003e is a handheld thermal monocular built on a 640x480 sensor behind a 50mm F1.0 lens. It is the unit in the Telos family bought for the nights when the weather does not cooperate: heavy dew, ground fog, drizzle, and the thick humid air that makes everything in a thermal look like everything else.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe focus and zoom rings ride together on the lens, so bringing an animal from a glow to a readable image is one continuous motion of the same hand. The rubber coated body is sealed to IPX7, which covers full submersion, not just rain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Thermal Sensitivity Keeps the XP50 Readable in Humidity and Fog\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThermal contrast is the difference between an animal and the ground behind it. On a cold dry night that difference is huge and any sensor looks good. On a warm humid night, after rain, or over wet ground, the temperature differences shrink, and a sensor with ordinary sensitivity renders the scene as flat gray mush.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe XP50's sensor is tuned for exactly those shrunken differences. Coyotes still separate from wet pasture, hogs still stand out against a drizzled-on field edge, and a bedded animal still reads as an animal instead of a warm rock. If your season includes more damp nights than dry ones, this is the spec that decides whether the scanner earns its keep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe XP50 Runs a 2.5x Base With Digital Zoom to 10x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe optical base is a fixed 2.5x, and the zoom ring carries the image digitally to 10x. The low base keeps the field of view wide at 12.4 degrees, which is what you want in a scanner: more ground in the frame per sweep, less time waving the unit around looking for the edge of a field.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 640x480 sensor also means the digital zoom has real pixels to work with, so pushing in on a heat source keeps enough detail to make the call.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePixels on Target Set What the XP50 Can Identify\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetecting a heat source and identifying what made it happen at different distances, and the gap between them is set by how many pixels land on the animal. The XP50's 640 sensor puts enough pixels on a coyote or a hog to identify at the distances open pasture and crop field work actually produce, well before the detection number on the spec sheet becomes relevant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe XP50 Records Footage and Runs 8.5 Hours on a Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo and photos record at 1024x768 to 64GB of internal memory, and move to your phone over Wi-Fi through the Stream Vision 2 app on either the 2.4 or 5 GHz band.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe battery is the removable LPS 7i, rated for 8.5 hours, charged over USB-C from any common charger including the one in your truck, with wireless charging supported. One pack covers a full night; a spare in a pocket covers a bad one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeatherproofing and the Upgrade Service Extend the XP50's Life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe operating range runs from -25 to +40 degrees C, and the IPX7 rating means a dunked unit is an inconvenience rather than a loss. This is equipment built for wet boots and truck beds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Telos platform is also built to accept hardware upgrades through Pulsar's upgrade service, including a laser rangefinder, a different sensor, or a different objective lens. What you buy today is a starting configuration, not a final one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho the XP50 Fits and Who Should Keep Looking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuy the XP50 if your hunting happens in a climate with real humidity, if you glass over water, irrigated ground, or river bottoms, or if last season taught you that your thermal goes soft exactly when the conditions get interesting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your ground is close and your distances short, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-xq35-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Telos XQ35\"\u003esmaller XQ35\u003c\/a\u003e covers the same job for less money. If you want distance readouts built into the scanner, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-lrf-xp50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Telos XP50 LRF\"\u003eLRF XP50\u003c\/a\u003e is this same optic with a rangefinder in the housing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos XP50 FAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes the Telos XP50 good in humid conditions?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts sensor is built for high thermal sensitivity, which means it renders the small temperature differences that humid air, fog, and wet ground leave behind. The practical result is an image that keeps contrast on nights when conditions are working against you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow far can the XP50 detect heat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetection means noticing a heat source, and identification always happens much closer. The rated detection figure is in the specifications on this page; plan your hunting around identification distance, not the detection number.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the XP50 have a rangefinder?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. This is the non-rangefinder version. The same optic is sold as the Telos LRF XP50 with a laser rangefinder built in, and the Telos platform is built to accept a rangefinder upgrade later through Pulsar's service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat battery does it use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe removable LPS 7i pack, rated for 8.5 hours, charging over USB-C or wirelessly. Spare packs swap in the field without tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan the XP50 record and share video?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It records at 1024x768 to 64GB of internal memory and streams or transfers to a phone through the Stream Vision 2 app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pulsar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42225123983427,"sku":"PL77493","price":3499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/1737\/9139\/files\/PL77493_IMG_0001.jpg?v=1753816328"},{"product_id":"telos-lrf-xl50-thermal-monocular","title":"Pulsar Telos LRF XL50 Thermal Monocular","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pulsar Telos LRF XL50 is a compact thermal monocular built for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and property owners who need reliable heat detection in any conditions. Whether you are scouting game, monitoring your property, or navigating in total darkness, this handheld thermal imager delivers clear imagery when you need it most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a 1024x768 sensor and 50mm objective lens, the Telos LRF XL50 provides excellent detection range up to 2500 yards. The 40mK NETD rating ensures sharp thermal contrast for easy target identification. The built-in laser rangefinder provides precise distance measurements up to 800 yards, making this monocular an all-in-one scouting solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lightweight design at just 1.5lb makes the Telos LRF XL50 easy to carry on extended hunts. Battery life lasts up to 5 hours, keeping you powered through long sessions. Multiple color palettes help you adapt the display to various environments and personal preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensor Resolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1024x768\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Resolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1024x768\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObjective Lens:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnification:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5x-20x\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNETD:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≤40mK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefresh Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetection Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2500 yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 5 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaser Rangefinder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 800 yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShop the Telos LRF XL50 at Thermal Bros for expert guidance from real hunters, fast free shipping, and ongoing customer support.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pulsar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42225127161923,"sku":"PL77515","price":4499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/1737\/9139\/files\/PL77515_IMG_MAIN_1000.jpg?v=1753816326"},{"product_id":"telos-xl50-thermal-monocular","title":"Pulsar Telos XL50 Thermal Monocular","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pulsar Telos XL50 Pairs a 1024 Sensor With a 50mm Lens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePulsar Telos XL50\u003c\/strong\u003e is a handheld thermal monocular built on a 1024x768 sensor behind a 50mm lens. That combination exists for one job: putting enough pixels on a distant heat source that you can stop wondering what it is.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe body is the sealed, rubber coated Telos housing with the focus and zoom rings together on the lens, so the move from spotting a glow to reading it is one motion of the same hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnification Runs From 2.5x to 20x on the XL50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe optical base is a fixed 2.5x, and the zoom ring carries the image digitally to 20x. Digital zoom is only as good as the pixels underneath it, and a 1024x768 sensor gives the zoom plenty of pixels to work with, so pushing in keeps an image instead of a cluster of blocks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe practical result is a scanner that does two jobs. At 2.5x it covers ground. Rolled forward, it answers the question the wide view raised, whether that heat at the far fence line is a hog, a coyote, or nothing worth walking to.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 14 Degree Field Makes the XL50 a Wide Scanner First\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe field of view is 14 degrees, wide enough to take in a full stretch of field edge in one frame. Wide matters because scanning is time: the more ground each sweep covers, the faster you clear a field and the less you fatigue doing it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetecting heat and identifying it are different distances, and the gap is set by pixels on the animal. This unit's whole design shortens that gap, wide view to find, deep zoom to confirm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage, Streaming, and a Removable Battery Round Out the XL50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo and photos record to 64GB of built-in storage, and footage moves to your phone over Wi-Fi through the Stream Vision 2 app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower comes from a removable battery pack rated for 7 hours, charged with the same USB-C cable that charges your phone. A spare pack in a pocket turns a long night into a non-issue, and swapping takes seconds without tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe XL50 Is Waterproof and Built to Be Upgraded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is fully waterproof equipment, rated to survive a drop into shallow water, not just rain. Dew soaked mornings, storm fronts, and creek crossings are not equipment risks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Telos platform is also built to accept hardware upgrades through Pulsar's upgrade service, including a laser rangefinder, a higher tier sensor, or a different lens. The configuration you buy is a starting point rather than a ceiling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Should Pass on the XL50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your hunting happens inside a couple hundred yards in timber, brush, and feeder setups, the zoom range that defines this unit will mostly go unused, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-xq35-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XQ35\"\u003ethe smaller XQ35\u003c\/a\u003e covers that ground for less money. If your nights are dominated by humidity, fog, and wet ground, image contrast in bad air is the spec to shop first, and that is the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-xp50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XP50\"\u003eXP50's\u003c\/a\u003e territory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want distance readouts built into the scanner, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-lrf-xl50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XL50 LRF\"\u003eLRF XL50\u003c\/a\u003e is this same optic with a laser rangefinder in the housing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos XL50 FAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the Telos XL50's zoom optical or digital?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe optical base is a fixed 2.5x, and everything above it to 20x is digital zoom controlled by the ring on the lens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the digital zoom ruin the image?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDigital zoom always trades pixels for magnification, but the 1024x768 sensor gives it a lot of pixels to trade. Expect a clearly usable image well into the zoom range and some softness at the top end, which is normal for every thermal at maximum magnification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow far can the XL50 see?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe detection figure is in the specifications on this page, and it describes noticing a heat source, not identifying one. Identification always happens much closer than detection, and it is the distance to plan a hunt around.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it come with a rangefinder?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo, this is the non-rangefinder version. The same optic with a built-in laser rangefinder is sold as the Telos LRF XL50, and the Telos platform is built to accept a rangefinder upgrade later through Pulsar's service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat battery does it run on?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA removable Pulsar LPS 7i pack rated for 7 hours, charged over USB-C or wirelessly. Spares swap in the field in seconds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pulsar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42225129455683,"sku":"PL77516","price":3999.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/1737\/9139\/files\/PL77516_SIDE3_1000.jpg?v=1753816325"},{"product_id":"telos-xq35-thermal-monocular","title":"Pulsar Telos XQ35 Thermal Monocular","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePulsar Telos XQ35\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/collections\/thermal-monoculars\" title=\"Thermal Monoculars\"\u003ehandheld thermal monocular\u003c\/a\u003e built on a 384x288 sensor and a 35mm objective lens. It is the smallest unit in the Telos family, light enough to ride on a neck strap or in a jacket pocket without becoming a thing you notice, and the rubber coated body grips wet or dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe controls sit in a row on top and the focus and zoom rings sit on the lens, so the unit runs the same in either hand. That matters more than it sounds. Scanning is something you do hundreds of times a night, and a scanner you can raise, focus, and zoom without changing your grip is one you will keep using at 3 a.m.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe XQ35 Runs a 3x Base With Digital Zoom to 12x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe XQ35 has a fixed 3x optical base, and the zoom ring takes the image digitally from there up to 12x. The 3x starting point puts a useful picture on target the moment the unit comes up, without hunting for the animal inside a magnified view.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eField of view is 10.7 degrees. In the field that is a slice of fence line or a feeder clearing in one frame. You sweep, something glows, you roll the zoom ring to look closer. That rhythm is the whole job of this unit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 384 Sensor Sets the XQ35's Working Distance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 384x288 sensor detects heat much farther than it identifies it. Detecting a glow and knowing what made it are different distances on every thermal, and the gap is set by how many pixels land on the animal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside a few hundred yards, the XQ35 puts enough pixels on a coyote or a hog to call it with confidence. That covers calling setups in timber, brush edges, pasture corners, and feeder work, which is where most predator and hog hunting happens. If your ground regularly asks you to identify something farther out than that, this sensor will make you guess, and guessing is how you educate coyotes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sensor holds contrast on humid nights and damp ground instead of washing the image flat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/blogs\/guides\/the-complete-thermal-scope-buying-guide-how-to-choose-the-right-thermal-optic\" title=\"Complete Thermal Scope Buyers Guide\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow far can a thermal really see?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe XQ35 Records at 1024x768 and Streams to Your Phone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotos and video record to 64GB of internal memory at 1024x768, matching the display. Footage moves to your phone over Wi-Fi through the Stream Vision 2 app, on either the 2.4 or 5 GHz band.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe battery is the LPS 7i, a removable pack rated for 8.5 hours that charges over USB-C. A full night of scanning on one pack is realistic, and a spare in a pocket removes the question entirely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIPX7 Waterproofing and an Upgrade Path Keep the XQ35 in Service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIPX7 means submersion rated, not just rain resistant. Dew soaked mornings, a drop in a wet ditch, hunting through a storm front, none of it is a warranty conversation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Telos platform is also built to accept hardware upgrades through Pulsar's upgrade service, including a laser rangefinder, a different sensor, or a different objective lens. The scanner you buy today does not have to be the scanner you own in three years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Should Step Up From the XQ35\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBe honest about your ground before you buy. If identification on your property happens past a few hundred yards, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-xp50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Telos XP50 \"\u003e640 class Telos\u003c\/a\u003e puts more pixels on the animal at distance, and that is the tier to shop. If you range targets for a shooter or hunt ground where distance changes shot to shot, look at an LRF model in the line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the XQ35 matches how and where you hunt, buy it and spend the savings on fuel and ammunition. Overbuying a scanner is the most common first thermal mistake we talk people out of.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos XQ35 FAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow far can the Telos XQ35 detect heat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetection figures describe noticing a heat source, not identifying it, and the two are very different distances. The rated figure for a large heat source is in the specifications on this page. Plan your identification around a few hundred yards, not the detection number.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the XQ35 have a rangefinder?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The XQ35 does not include a laser rangefinder. The Telos platform is built to accept one later through Pulsar's upgrade service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow long does the battery last on a charge?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe removable LPS 7i pack is rated for 8.5 hours of continuous use and charges over USB-C, including from a truck cab or a power bank between stands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it record video?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It records video and photos at 1024x768 to 64GB of internal memory, and transfers to a phone through the Stream Vision 2 app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the XQ35 waterproof?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It carries an IPX7 rating, which covers full submersion in shallow water, not just rain exposure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pulsar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42225135157315,"sku":"PL77511","price":2499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/1737\/9139\/files\/PL77511_IMG_MAIN_1000.jpg?v=1753816324"},{"product_id":"telos-lrf-xp50-thermal-monocular","title":"Pulsar Telos LRF XP50 Thermal Monocular","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pulsar Telos LRF XP50 Puts a Rangefinder in the Scanner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePulsar Telos LRF XP50\u003c\/strong\u003e is a handheld thermal monocular with a laser rangefinder built into the housing. Everything optical about it matches the standard \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-xp50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Telos XP50\"\u003eTelos XP50\u003c\/a\u003e: the same 640 sensor, the same 50mm lens, the same image in the same conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat changes is the workflow. Find the heat, press the button, read the distance, all without lowering the unit or reaching for anything else.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRanging Happens Without Breaking Your Scan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reason to buy ranging inside the scanner is time. A separate rangefinder means lowering the thermal, finding the same animal again through a different device in the dark, and hoping it has not moved. On a coyote that is committing or a hog group that is drifting, that swap costs you the shot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the rangefinder in the unit, the animal never leaves your view. You are looking at it, you get the number, and you make the call. Single ranging gives you one clean number on a stationary animal. Continuous scan mode updates the distance while you track something that is moving, which is what you want when hogs are crossing a field and the range changes every few seconds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistance Is Most Useful When Someone Else Is on the Rifle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clearest case for this unit is two people hunting together. The caller carries the scanner, finds the animal, and calls out the distance, while the shooter stays behind the rifle and never breaks position. That division of labor is faster and quieter than both hunters working the same optic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolo hunters get a version of the same thing. Range from the handheld before you shoulder the rifle, and the dial or holdover decision is made before you are behind glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat the Laser Reach Number Means\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRangefinder reach and hunting distance are two different things. The laser can return a number on a reflective surface far beyond the distance at which the thermal image will tell you what animal you are looking at, and identification is the distance that governs an ethical shot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead the laser figure as a measuring tool, not a range recommendation. On live animals in real conditions, expect shorter returns than the rated maximum, especially in fog, rain, and heavy humidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecording, Streaming, and Battery on the LRF XP50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo and photos record to 64GB of built-in storage, and footage moves to your phone over Wi-Fi through the Stream Vision 2 app. Ranged distances appear in the recorded footage, which makes the clips useful later for judging what your ground actually presents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower comes from a removable battery pack rated for around 8 hours, charged with the same USB-C cable that charges your phone. Ranging draws power, so a spare pack matters slightly more on this model than on the non-ranging version.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe LRF XP50 Is Waterproof and Built to Be Upgraded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is fully waterproof equipment, rated to survive a drop into shallow water rather than just shrugging off rain, and it runs through cold snaps and summer heat alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Telos platform accepts hardware upgrades through Pulsar's upgrade service, including a higher tier sensor or a different lens, so the ranging module you paid for carries forward if your optical needs change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Should Skip the Ranging Version\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you hunt the same feeders, stands, and food plots every night, you already know your distances, and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-xp50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XP50\"\u003estandard XP50\u003c\/a\u003e puts that money back in your pocket. If you carry a handheld rangefinder you trust and hunt alone at moderate distances, the second ranging tool is redundant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos LRF XP50 FAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow far does the rangefinder on the Telos LRF XP50 reach?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rated maximum is in the specifications on this page. That figure describes the laser returning a reading off a surface under good conditions, not a distance at which you can identify or ethically shoot an animal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the LRF XP50 range moving animals?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Continuous scan mode updates the distance while you track, which is the mode to use on moving hogs or a coyote working toward a call. Single ranging is the cleaner choice on a stationary animal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the image different from the standard XP50?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Same sensor, same lens, same magnification range. The rangefinder is the only functional difference between the two.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes ranging shorten battery life?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRanging draws additional power, so heavy use shortens a night's runtime compared to scanning alone. The battery pack is removable and swaps in seconds, so a spare covers it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo ranged distances show up in recordings?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The distance reading appears on the display and is captured in recorded video and photos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pulsar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42225184669763,"sku":"PL77492","price":3499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/1737\/9139\/files\/PL77492_IMG_MAIN_1000.jpg?v=1753816301"},{"product_id":"telos-lrf-xg50-thermal-binocular","title":"Pulsar Telos LRF XG50 Thermal Monocular","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pulsar Telos LRF XG50 Starts at 3.5x and Runs to 14x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePulsar Telos LRF XG50\u003c\/strong\u003e is a handheld thermal monocular built for looking a long way. Magnification starts at a fixed 3.5x optical base, and the zoom ring carries the image digitally to 14x.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA high base magnification means the animal is already sized up when the unit comes to your eye. There is no rolling the zoom forward to figure out what you are looking at; the image arrives at working magnification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Narrow 8.8 Degree Field Is the Tradeoff for That Reach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eField of view is 8.8 degrees, and that number is the honest cost of the magnification. You see less ground per sweep, so clearing a field takes more passes and more time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether that is a problem depends entirely on your ground. Down a long lane, a power line cut, or a crop row, a tight field is not a limitation because the ground itself is narrow. Across an open pasture where animals can appear anywhere, the narrow view will cost you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 640 Sensor Here Uses Smaller Pixels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis unit runs a 640x480 sensor on 12 micron pixels behind a 50mm lens. Smaller pixels make for a physically smaller sensor, and behind the same lens that produces the higher magnification and the narrower field the model is built around.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat is worth understanding before you shop by resolution alone. Two 640 scanners can behave completely differently in the field depending on pixel size, and this one is built to reach rather than to sweep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistance Readings Come Built In\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA laser rangefinder is integrated into the housing, so you can range what you are looking at without lowering the unit or reaching for a second device. The distance appears on the display and is captured in recorded footage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaser reach and identification distance are not the same measurement. The laser returns a number off a surface well beyond the distance at which the thermal image will tell you what animal is standing there, and identification is what governs an ethical shot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecording, Streaming, and Power on the XG50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo and photos record to 64GB of built-in storage and transfer to your phone over Wi-Fi through the Stream Vision 2 app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower comes from a removable battery pack rated for 8.5 hours, charged with the same USB-C cable that charges your phone, or wirelessly. Swapping a spare takes seconds and no tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for Weather and for Later Upgrades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe housing is rubber coated, runs the same in either hand, and is fully waterproof, rated to survive a drop into shallow water rather than just shedding rain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Telos platform accepts hardware upgrades through Pulsar's upgrade service, including a higher tier sensor or a different lens, so a change in how you hunt does not have to mean a new unit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Should Skip the XG50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf most of what you find is inside a couple hundred yards, the magnification here is working against you, and a wider unit will find animals faster. If your nights are mostly humid, foggy, and wet, image contrast in bad air matters more than reach, and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-xp50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Telos XP50\"\u003eXP50\u003c\/a\u003e is built around that instead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want a wide view and deep zoom rather than a fixed reach bias, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-xl50-thermal-monocular\" title=\"Pulsar Telos XL50\"\u003eXL50\u003c\/a\u003e covers more of that range. Still deciding? Call us and tell us what your ground looks like, because terrain settles this choice faster than any spec sheet will.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelos LRF XG50 FAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy does the Telos LRF XG50 magnify more than other 640 scanners?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt uses 12 micron pixels rather than 17, which makes the sensor physically smaller. Behind the same 50mm lens, a smaller sensor yields higher magnification and a narrower field of view.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the narrow field of view a problem?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt depends on your terrain. Down lanes, cuts, and rows, the ground is narrow anyway and the tight field costs you nothing. Across open country where animals can appear anywhere, you will sweep more to cover the same area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow far does the rangefinder reach?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rated maximum is in the specifications on this page. It describes the laser returning a reading under good conditions, not a distance at which an animal can be identified or ethically shot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the battery life?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA removable pack rated for 8.5 hours, charged over USB-C or wirelessly. Ranging draws extra power, so heavy use shortens that figure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the XG50 record video?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, to 64GB of built-in storage, with transfer to a phone through the Stream Vision 2 app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pulsar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42225189421123,"sku":"PL77514","price":3999.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/1737\/9139\/files\/PL77514_IMG_MAIN_1000.jpg?v=1753816300"},{"product_id":"pulsar-telos-lrf-xl50-thermal-monocular-used","title":"Pulsar Telos LRF XL50 Thermal Monocular Used","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pulsar Telos LRF XL50 is a compact thermal monocular built for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and property owners who need reliable heat detection in any conditions. Whether you are scouting game, monitoring your property, or navigating in total darkness, this handheld thermal imager delivers clear imagery when you need it most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a 1024x768 sensor and 50mm objective lens, the Telos LRF XL50 provides excellent detection range up to 2500 yards. The 40mK NETD rating ensures sharp thermal contrast for easy target identification. The built-in laser rangefinder provides precise distance measurements up to 800 yards, making this monocular an all-in-one scouting solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lightweight design at just 1.5lb makes the Telos LRF XL50 easy to carry on extended hunts. Battery life lasts up to 5 hours, keeping you powered through long sessions. Multiple color palettes help you adapt the display to various environments and personal preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensor Resolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1024x768\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Resolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1024x768\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObjective Lens:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnification:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5x-20x\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNETD:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≤40mK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefresh Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetection Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2500 yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 5 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaser Rangefinder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 800 yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShop the Telos LRF XL50 at Thermal Bros for expert guidance from real hunters, fast free shipping, and ongoing customer support.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pulsar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43231838044227,"sku":"PL77515-USED","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/1737\/9139\/files\/3C2946E3-3287-4D25-9D6D-77757D79DBBC.jpg?v=1778245449"},{"product_id":"telos-lrf-xt50-thermal-monocular","title":"Pulsar Telos LRF XT50 1280 Thermal Monocular","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Pulsar Telos LRF XT50 is a premium handheld thermal monocular built for hunters who want maximum image detail, a wide scanning view, electronic image stabilization, and built-in laser rangefinding in one device. Its 1280x1024 thermal sensor, 50mm F1.0 lens, 2x base magnification, and 17.5-degree field of view make it especially well suited to scanning open country and evaluating distant heat signatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Bros take:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is one of the strongest choices available for hunters who want flagship monocular performance without moving to a heavier binocular. However, it is overkill if you rarely use digital zoom, hunt mostly at closer distances, or can already do everything you need with a good 640-class thermal scanner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWho Should Buy the Pulsar Telos LRF XT50?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Telos LRF XT50 is best for serious night hunters, predator hunters, ranchers, landowners, and wildlife managers who regularly scan large areas and need more information than a lower-resolution handheld can provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScanning open fields, pastures, crop ground, and large properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHunters who need better detail when evaluating distant heat signatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUsers who rely on digital zoom and want a steadier image at higher magnification\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHunters who want an integrated laser rangefinder instead of carrying a separate device\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBuyers who want high-end performance in a monocular rather than a larger thermal binocular\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eNot ideal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBuyers primarily hunting close cover who will not benefit from the 1280x1024 sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOccasional users looking for the best value rather than the highest performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHunters who scan continuously for long periods and would be more comfortable using both eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for a weapon-mounted thermal riflescope—the Telos LRF XT50 is a handheld scanner\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes the Telos LRF XT50 Different?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e1280x1024 HD Thermal Sensor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 1280x1024, 12-micron thermal sensor gives the XT50 significantly more image information to work with than a conventional 640-class scanner. In practical terms, that means more detail when you zoom, better separation between nearby objects, and more confidence when studying a distant heat signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe published sensitivity rating is less than 20 mK sNETD. This helps the image retain useful contrast when temperature differences are small, such as during humid weather, changing temperatures, or other low-contrast conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWide 17.5-Degree Field of View\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA 2x base magnification and 17.5-degree horizontal field of view let you cover more ground with each sweep. That matters when scanning large fields or tracking moving animals because a narrow image forces you to move the monocular back and forth more frequently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe field of view is approximately 92 feet wide at 100 yards, giving the XT50 an uncommon combination of wide-area scanning and high-resolution detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eElectronic Image Stabilization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eElectronic image stabilization reduces visible hand movement and image shake, especially at higher magnification. It does not replace good handling or a tripod for extended observation, but it makes the image easier to study when checking distant animals from a standing or unsupported position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e2x–16x Magnification With Zoom Boost to 24x\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe standard magnification range runs from 2x to 16x, with Zoom Boost extending digital magnification to 24x. The 2x base setting is ideal for locating heat quickly, while the higher settings help you study what you have found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eDigital zoom cannot create detail the sensor did not capture. The advantage of the XT50 is that its 1280x1024 sensor gives the zoom system more original image data to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eBuilt-In 1,312-Yard Laser Rangefinder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe integrated laser rangefinder measures distances out to 1,200 meters, or approximately 1,312 yards. This lets you locate, evaluate, and range an animal without switching between a thermal scanner and a separate handheld rangefinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e1920x1080 Full HD AMOLED Display\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Full HD AMOLED display has enough resolution to present the XT50 sensor’s detail without forcing everything through a lower-resolution viewing screen. High contrast and deep blacks also make extended observation more comfortable and help heat signatures remain distinct from the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e128GB Recording and Stream Vision Connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Telos LRF XT50 includes 128GB of internal memory for recording thermal photos and video. Dual-band 2.4\/5 GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, Stream Vision 2, and Stream Vision Ballistics compatibility provide smartphone connectivity, media transfer, firmware support, and access to compatible ballistic functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Real Field Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe rubber-coated Telos housing provides a secure grip in wet or cold conditions. The device carries an IPX7 waterproof rating and is specified to operate from -13°F to 122°F. Its LPS7i battery provides up to eight hours of operation and supports USB-C Power Delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003ePulsar Telos LRF XT50 vs. Telos LRF XL50\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe XT50 and LRF XL50 share the same manufacturer-rated 2,300-meter detection distance, but detection range does not tell the entire story. The XT50’s real advantages are its higher-resolution sensor, wider field of view, higher-resolution display, longer-ranging laser rangefinder, image stabilization, and larger recording capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ctable\u003e\n    \u003ccaption\u003ePulsar Telos LRF XT50 and LRF XL50 comparison\u003c\/caption\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eTelos LRF XT50\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eTelos LRF XL50\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eThermal sensor\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1280x1024, 12 µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1024x768, 12 µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBase magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2x\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2.5x\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStandard magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2x–16x\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2.5x–20x\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHorizontal field of view\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e17.5 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e14 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1920x1080 AMOLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1024x768 AMOLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eImage stabilization\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eYes, electronic\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eNot listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLaser rangefinder\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1,200 meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1,000 meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInternal memory\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e128GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e64GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePublished detection range\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2,300 meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2,300 meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eIf pricing is close, the XT50 is the stronger choice for buyers prioritizing wide-area scanning, stabilized high-magnification viewing, and maximum monocular detail. You can also \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-lrf-xl50-thermal-monocular\"\u003ecompare the Pulsar Telos LRF XL50\u003c\/a\u003e currently offered by Thermal Bros.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003ePulsar Telos LRF XT50 Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ctable\u003e\n    \u003ccaption\u003eTechnical specifications for the Pulsar Telos LRF XT50 thermal monocular\u003c\/caption\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSensor resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1280x1024 pixels\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSensor type\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eUncooled thermal sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePixel pitch\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e12 µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSystem sensitivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eLess than 20 mK sNETD\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRefresh rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e50 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eObjective lens\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e50mm F1.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMagnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2x–16x; Zoom Boost up to 24x\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHorizontal field of view\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e17.5 degrees \/ 30.7 meters at 100 meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEye relief\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e13mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDiopter adjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e+4 \/ -5\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1920x1080 AMOLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePublished detection range\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2,300 meters \/ approximately 2,516 yards\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLaser rangefinder\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eUp to 1,200 meters \/ approximately 1,312 yards\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInternal memory\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e128GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWireless connectivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2.4\/5 GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCompatible applications\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eStream Vision 2 and Stream Vision Ballistics\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003ePulsar LPS7i\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBattery life\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eUp to 8 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eExternal power\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e5V\/9V USB-C Power Delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWaterproof rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eIPX7\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e-13°F to 122°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e9.53 x 2.83 x 3.03 inches with eyecup\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 1.61 pounds with battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003ePL77524\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow far can the Pulsar Telos LRF XT50 detect heat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePulsar publishes a detection range of 2,300 meters, or approximately 2,516 yards. Detection means recognizing that a heat source is present. It does not mean you can positively identify an animal at that distance. Real identification distance is shorter and changes with weather, target size, background temperature, magnification, and user experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow far does the Telos LRF XT50 rangefinder work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe integrated laser rangefinder has a maximum published measurement range of 1,200 meters, or approximately 1,312 yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDoes the Pulsar Telos LRF XT50 have image stabilization?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. The XT50 has electronic image stabilization to reduce visible camera shake and make distant objects easier to study at higher magnification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eIs the Telos LRF XT50 a thermal riflescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eNo. The Telos LRF XT50 is a handheld thermal imaging monocular designed for scanning, locating animals, and checking distance. It is not a weapon sight and does not replace a dedicated thermal riflescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCan the Telos LRF XT50 record video?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. The monocular can record thermal photos and video to its 128GB of internal memory. It also connects to compatible smartphones through Pulsar’s Stream Vision 2 application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eIs a 1280x1024 thermal sensor worth the cost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIt is worth considering if you routinely scan open terrain, use digital zoom, or need to evaluate distant heat signatures. If most of your hunting happens at closer distances and you rarely zoom, a quality 640-class scanner will usually provide better value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eShould I buy the Telos LRF XT50 or Merger LRF XT50?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eChoose the Telos LRF XT50 if you want a lighter, smaller, one-handed monocular. Choose the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/merger-lrf-xt50-thermal-binocular\"\u003ePulsar Merger LRF XT50 thermal binocular\u003c\/a\u003e if you spend long periods scanning and value two-eye comfort enough to accept the additional size, weight, and cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eCompare More Thermal Handhelds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eNot sure whether the XT50 is worth the jump? Compare it with the more affordable \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/telos-lrf-xp50-thermal-monocular\"\u003ePulsar Telos LRF XP50\u003c\/a\u003e, browse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/collections\/thermal-handheld\"\u003ethermal monoculars and binoculars\u003c\/a\u003e, or view the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/collections\/pulsar\"\u003ePulsar thermal optics collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThermal Bros will tell you when the XT50’s added resolution will actually help—and when a less expensive scanner will do the same job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pulsar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43691971412035,"sku":"PL77524","price":4499.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/1737\/9139\/files\/PulsarTelosXT50Main.webp?v=1787154693"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/1737\/9139\/collections\/PulsarTelosXT50Main.webp?v=1789758500","url":"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/collections\/pulsar-telos-series.oembed","provider":"Thermal Bros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}