Complete Rix Pocket K2 or K3 Helmet Setup
includes the following
Wilcox clone mount
Night Ranger Adapter
Helmet with pads
Rear Counterweight
(Scanner not included)
PLEASE SPECIFY LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE
TAKE YOUR SCANNER TO THE NEXT LEVEL
STAY HANDS FREE, stay in the scanner longer with more comfort and less arm strain
Which Thermal Setup Is Right for You?
Not sure whether you need a helmet-mounted scanner, a handheld scanner, or a weapon-mounted scope? Here's a quick breakdown to help you choose the right configuration for your workflow.
🪖 Helmet-Mounted Scanner (This Setup)
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Best for: Scanning large areas, moving through terrain, and staying situationally aware — all without using your hands.
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Workflow: Mount your thermal scanner to your helmet via this kit, tilt down to scan, tilt up when done. Your hands stay free for calling, navigating, or handling equipment.
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Scanning vs. Engaging: Helmet mounts are a scanning tool — they help you locate heat signatures across a wide field. For taking a shot, you still need a weapon-mounted scope or to present your handheld scanner separately.
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Setup complexity: Moderate — requires a compatible scanner, Wilcox-style mount, and proper helmet fit. This complete kit includes everything except the scanner itself.
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Ideal for: Hunters covering ground, predator callers, or anyone who wants extended glassing time without arm fatigue.
🤲 Handheld Scanner
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Best for: Quick glass-and-go use, flexibility in the field, sharing a view with a partner.
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Workflow: Raise to eye level to scan, lower when moving. Simple and portable.
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Scanning vs. Engaging: Like helmet mounts, handhelds are primarily for scanning and locating — not for a mounted shooting solution.
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Setup complexity: Low — grab and go, no additional mounting hardware needed.
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Ideal for: Occasional or casual use, budget-conscious buyers, or as a complement to a rifle scope.
🔭 Weapon-Mounted Thermal Scope
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Best for: Engaging a target once located — designed to be mounted on your firearm for a precise aiming solution.
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Workflow: Shoulder the rifle, acquire the target through the scope, engage. Typically used after a scanner (helmet or handheld) has already located heat signatures.
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Scanning vs. Engaging: Scopes are optimized for engaging. Their higher magnification and narrow field of view make wide-area scanning slower and less comfortable compared to a dedicated scanner.
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Setup complexity: Moderate — requires zeroing on the firearm. Many hunters use a scanner + scope combination for a complete system.
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Ideal for: Anyone who needs a full night-hunting solution from detection to engagement.
Bottom Line
This helmet setup pairs your existing Rix Pocket K2 or K3 scanner and converts it into a hands-free scanning platform. It's the ideal complement to a weapon-mounted scope — scan wide with the helmet, engage precisely with the scope. If you're looking for an all-in-one solution, browse our thermal rifle scopes as well.
