SuperScene™ Mode thermal imaging feature developed by HIKMICRO has introduced AI-assisted diagnostics into handheld inspection tools, marking ten years since the company’s founding in 2016. SuperScene™ Mode shifts thermal imaging from manual interpretation toward immediate, on-device analysis, embedding field expertise into automated workflows used by electricians, HVAC technicians, plumbers, and energy auditors. SuperScene™ Mode addresses key limitations in thermography, where parameter adjustment and image reading require training, through a dual system of preset configurations and real-time anomaly detection. SuperScene™ Mode supports inspection scenarios that include water leaks, insulation performance, floor heating systems, electrical diagnostics, macro analysis, and solar panels, with advanced modes such as Insulation Pro and Condensation, integrating environmental data. SuperScene™ Mode combines thermal and visible imaging to interpret spatial context, reducing incorrect readings and improving reliability. SuperScene™ Mode reports a reduction in false alarms from 90% to near zero and an increase in detection accuracy by 61% through AI models trained on real-world cases. SuperScene™ Mode operates entirely on-device, eliminating cloud dependency and enabling immediate results while maintaining data control. SuperScene™ Mode signals a shift in building diagnostics and facility maintenance, where AI-supported tools expand access to thermal inspection across construction, retrofit, and building performance analysis.
A decade after its founding in 2016, HIKMICRO has introduced an artificial intelligence feature aimed at simplifying how thermal imaging is used in the field. The update, called SuperScene™ Mode, reflects a broader shift in inspection tools, where software increasingly handles tasks that once required trained interpretation.
Thermal cameras have long been able to reveal hidden conditions—water intrusion behind walls, gaps in insulation, or overheating electrical components. Interpreting those images, however, has typically required experience. Adjusting camera settings and understanding thermal patterns remain common obstacles for new users.
The new system approaches those challenges in two steps. Preset modes configure the camera for specific scenarios such as water leaks, floor heating, insulation, electrical systems, macro inspection, and solar panels. More advanced settings, including Insulation Pro and Condensation, add environmental data and visual alerts to support detailed assessments.
A second layer applies artificial intelligence to analyze the image itself. In selected modes, the software identifies irregularities and marks them on the display, turning temperature differences into clear indicators. The aim is to reduce the need for manual reading and shorten the time between detection and diagnosis.
“Our vision from day one was to take thermal imaging solutions from niche applications to the mass market, adding more intelligence and accessibility,” says Stefan Li, Overseas General Manager at HIKMICRO. “SuperScene™ Mode marks a new chapter in that vision. This advanced technology embeds the knowledge of experienced trade professionals directly into our products, enabling any user to work like an expert.”
Initial responses from practitioners suggest the approach improves communication during inspections. “The visual indicators, such as anomaly markers, are clear and highly effective,” says Aleksandar Stojanović, a Level 2 certified thermographer. “They streamline the inspection process and make it much easier to communicate findings, as issues are immediately visible and easy to explain.”
The feature draws on data collected from electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and energy auditors. By combining thermal and visible imaging, the system evaluates both temperature and spatial context before flagging a problem. According to the company, this reduces false alarms from 90% to near zero and increases detection accuracy by 61%.
All analysis runs directly on the device, without cloud processing, allowing results to appear instantly while keeping data local. The update, released as version v5.5.112, is available on selected Eco Series, B Series, and Pocket Series cameras. Further applications, including solar inspection and automotive diagnostics, are in development.
