An affordable field use thermal handheld scanner device the HS1 is the ideal solution for both bowhunters and the greater hunting to use for game recovery and predator detection with a feature-rich interface in a compact design. Bringing large-scale use from a small package the HS1 features a simple to use interface with a variety of palette and brightness options to fit different lighting and ambient temperature situations. The unit is also weapons mountable and included the ability to adjust windage and elevation for precision sighting.