USER’S GUIDE Digital Area Take-Off Tool Model #6250
INTRODUCTION The Ultra Scale Master has been specifically designed to simplify take-offs for all fields of construction. Use it for estimating project materials and costs, for measuring, storing and calculating perimeters, areas, and volumes from architectural plans and other types of scaled drawings. Also, use the Ultra Scale Master to calculate the area of irregular shapes.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 PACKAGE CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 RIGHT-HAND ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 LEFT-HAND ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 GETTING STARTED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 KEY DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . .
SETUP PACKAGE CONTENTS Your package contains the following pieces: Corner Connector Four “AAA” batteries (already installed) Long Reflector Bar Ultra Scale Master Pro model 6250 (Puck) Female End Cap 2 — ULTRA SCALE MASTER ®
User’s Guide, Quick Reference Guide, and Quick Setup Sheet Long Reflector Bar Short Reflector Bar Male End Cap Carrying Case USER’S GUIDE — 3
RIGHT-HAND ASSEMBLY Assemble the reflector bars as shown. Align the corner connector at a 90° angle at the top left corner of the plans. 22. Insert the male end of the second Long Reflector Bar into the female end of the Corner Connector. 11. Insert the male end of the Corner Connector into the female end of the first Long Reflector Bar. NOTE: Sloping side of the Reflector Bars face outward. 55. Slide Female End Cap onto the male end of the first Long Reflector Bar.
1st Long Reflector Bar 2nd Long Reflector Bar NOTE: Sloping side of the Reflector Bars face outward. Short Reflector Bar Right Puck Arm Left Puck Arm Right-Hand Configuration FINAL ASSEMBLY 33. Insert the male end of the Short Reflector Bar into the female end of the second Long Reflector Bar. The ultrasonic beams are sent from the left arm of the Puck to the top bar, then reflected back, and from the right arm of the Puck to the side bar, then reflected back as shown above.
LEFT-HAND ASSEMBLY Assemble the reflector bars as shown. Align the corner connector at a 90° angle at the top right corner of the plans. NOTE: Sloping side of the Reflector Bars face outward. 35. Insert the the male end of the second Long Reflector Bar into the female end of the Short Reflector Bar. 44. Insert the male end of the Short Reflector Bar into the Female Bar End Cap.
Short Reflector Bar 2nd Long Reflector Bar 11. Insert the male end of the 1st Long Reflector Bar first Long Reflector Bar into the female end of the Corner Connector. Left Puck Arm 21. Insert male end of the Corner Connector into the female end of the second Long Reflector Bar. Left-Hand Configuration Right Puck Arm 54. Insert the Male Bar End Cap into the female end of the first Long Reflector Bar.
GETTING STARTED Once assembly and setup are complete, proceed with the following steps in order to begin measuring. 1. When placing the bars and securing the drawing, make sure that the bars are at least 1" from the outermost measurements. 2. It is essential that the bars remain fi xed relative to the drawing’s position. Scribe a line to mark the initial location of the bars as a reference point should the bars shift. 3. The Puck should maintain a 45° angle within the bars while measuring. 4.
Right-Hand Configuration Shown USER’S GUIDE — 9
KEY DEFINITIONS MEASURING KEYS The keys shown are used for taking measurements on the blueprint and operating the display. [END] Ends polyline measurement, displaying the total perimeter. [CLOSE —] Completes the polygon and displays the calculated area. Results are identified as negative values. When measuring a polygon, this key connects the last measured point to the start point.
Important Notes regarding the [ON/CLEAR] key: [ON/CLEAR] Turns the unit ON and clears the display. Holding down the [ON/CLEAR] key for 1.5 seconds also powers the unit off. [CLOSE +] Completes the polygon and displays the calculated area. Results are identified as positive values. When measuring a polygon, this key connects the last measured point to the start point. If [ON/CLEAR] is pressed during measurement, the last measured point is undone and the previous measurement is displayed.
FUNCTION KEYS [UNDO] Undoes the previous measurement. Allows you to undo the last ten measurements (if applicable) while in measure mode. If a measurement has been closed or ended, it will undo the close or end action and the previous nine measurements upon repeated presses of [UNDO]. [SET] Used in conjunction with the [SCALE] key to set a custom scale (see Custom Scales section). Also used to access secondary functions (e.g., M-, MC). [AREA] Displays the calculated area of the measured points.
[M+] Adds the displayed value to accumulative memory (except when setting a Custom Scale). [SET] [M+] (M—) Subtracts the displayed value from the accumulative memory (except during a measurement). [MR] (Memory Recall) First press displays the accumulative memory value; second consecutive press displays memory count; third consecutive press displays the memory average. Repeated presses cycle back through the list of values.
SETUP KEYS The buttons shown below are accessed by sliding the bottom cover down until they are revealed. [MODE] Used to select from the list of available modes (see Built-In Scales section). [SET] [MODE] Used to move back through the list of available modes. [SCALE] Used to select from the list of available scales within each mode (see Built-in Scales section). [SET] [SCALE] Used to move back through the list of available scales.
[UNITS] Used to select from the list of available units of measurement (see Units of Measurement section). [SET] [UNITS] Used to move back through the list of available units of measurement.
USING THE ULTRA SCALE MASTER UNDERSTANDING THE LCD The selected Scale and Scale Category or “Mode” are displayed here. The Modes are as identified: • ARCH (Architectural) • ENG I/ENG II (Engineering) • CUST (Custom) The Top Legend displays the following: • SET • M (Memory) The area immediately below the Legend displays the following: • PER (Perimeter) • AREA The Measure Status and number of sides are displayed here (End or Closed are displayed only when a measurement has been completed).
BUILT-IN SCALES The following modes and scales are available for selection using the [MODE] and [SCALE] keys, depending on whether the puck is set to Imperial or Metric mode using the [IMP/MET] switch located on the back of the puck. While in Imperial Mode, only the Imperial Modes and Scales are displayed. While in Metric Mode, only Metric Modes and Scales are displayed. However, all Imperial and Metric units of measurement are available within both modes.
SHAPES AND DEFINITIONS The Ultra Scale Master can measure Polylines, Polygons, and regular or irregular shapes, based on the following criteria: • Only one shape can be measured at a time • A measured Area cannot contain lines that cross each other Definitions and illustrations of some common shapes: Solution examples follow in the User’s Guide: IRREGULAR SHAPE: An outline or POLYLINE: A sequence of connected straight lines or a single linear distance like a fence line surface configuration of a form
MEASURING POLYLINES OPERATING SEQUENCE ILLEGAL SHAPE: The Area can not be calculated for a shape containing bisecting lines. The Area of the shapes resulting from the bisecting lines can be calculated individually. 11. Press the [ON/CLEAR] key twice to clear the display. Place the crosshairs over the first point and press the [MEASURE] key. 22. Move to the second point and press the [MEASURE] key. The display will show the Length of the 1st line segment. 3 3.
MEASURING SIMPLE POLYGONS OPERATING SEQUENCE 11. Press the [ON/CLEAR] key twice to clear the display. Place the crosshairs over the first point and press the [MEASURE] key. 22. Move to the second point and press the [MEASURE] key. The display will show the Length of the first line segment. 33. Move to the third point and press the [MEASURE] key. The display will show the accumulated Length of the two measured segments. 44. Move to the fourth point and press the [MEASURE] key.
MEASURING TAKE-OUTS OPERATING SEQUENCE 11. Press the [ON/CLEAR] key twice to clear the display. 33. Move to the third point and press the [MEASURE] 22. Move to the second point and press the [MEASURE] key. 44. Move to the fourth point and press the [MEASURE] key. Place the crosshairs over the first point and press the [MEASURE] key. The display will show the Length of the first line segment. key. The display will show the accumulated Length of the two measured segments.
(Cont’d) 55. Press the [CLOSE+] AREA 77. Press the [CLOSE+] key. The total Area is displayed. key followed by the [SET] then [M+] keys. Now press the [MR] key to display the Adjusted Area. Press the [SET] then [MR] keys to clear the Memory. 66.
MEASURING COMPLEX POLYGONS OPERATING SEQUENCE 11. Press the [ON/CLEAR] key twice to clear the display. Place the crosshairs over the first point and press the [MEASURE] key. 55. Move to the fifth point and press the [MEASURE] key. 66. Move to the sixth point and press the [MEASURE] key. 22. Move to the second point and press the [MEASURE] key. 77. Move to the seventh point and press the [MEASURE] key. 33. Move to the third point and press the [MEASURE] key. 88.
MEASURING IRREGULAR SHAPES OPERATING SEQUENCE 11. Press the [ON/CLEAR] key twice to clear the display. Place the crosshairs over the first point and press the [MEASURE] key. 55. Move to the fifth point and press the [MEASURE] key. 66. Move to the sixth point and press the [MEASURE] key. 22. Move to the second point and press the [MEASURE] key. 77. Move to the seventh point and press the [MEASURE] key. 33. Move to the third point and press the [MEASURE] key. 88.
CUSTOM SCALES There are two methods for programming Custom Scales into your Ultra Scale Master. “Measured Custom Scales” allow you to measure a specified Length and assign the known value. “Entered Custom Scales” allow you to enter and set a known scale that is not included within the available built-in scales of the Ultra Scale Master. One Custom Scale can be stored in Imperial and Metric Modes for a total of two Custom Scales.
(Cont’d) 5. The displayed units begin flashing, indicating that they are ready to be changed. Press [UNITS] to scroll through the available units.* 6. Use [MR]4to begin value entry mode. The selected digit begins flashing, indicating that it is ready to be changed. Use [MR]4to move through the digits. 7. Use [AREA]5 or [PERIM]6 to increase or decrease the selected digit. 26 — ULTRA SCALE MASTER ® 8. To store the Custom Scale, press [SET] or [SCALE].
SETTING AN ENTERED CUSTOM SCALE (IMPERIAL MODE) 1. Press [MODE] until “CUST” is displayed. 2. Press [SET] then press [SCALE] [SCALE] to begin entering the Custom Scale. 3. The displayed units begin flashing, indicating that they are ready to be changed. Press [UNITS] to scroll through the available units.* 4. Use [MR]4to begin value entry mode. The selected digit begins flashing, indicating that it is ready to be changed. Use [MR]4to move through the digits. 5.
UNITS OF MEASUREMENT The following units of measurement are available for selection by pressing the [UNITS] key located under the slide cover door. You may change the units of measurement of a displayed value at anytime during measuring, or after a measurement has been completed. All of the linear and area units shown below are available in both Imperial and Metric modes and are displayed in the order shown beginning with the default.
APPENDIX A APPENDIX B ACCURACY/ERRORS/AUTO SHUT-OFF RESET Accuracy/Display Capacity – The Ultra Scale Master has a seven-digit main display, while maintaining an internal accuracy of twelve-digits for calculations. The Ultra Scale Master is capable of measuring at an accuracy of +/– 0.040" within a measuring range between one-inch and 36-inches from the reflector bars.
APPENDIX C APPENDIX D SPECIFICATIONS REPAIR AND RETURN Operating Modes Stand Alone Operation Bar Dimensions: Footprint Active Measurement Area Weight 651 x 956 x 36 mm (25.63 x 37.63 x 1.40 inch) 610 x 914 mm (24 x 36 inch) (re-configurable) 1049 grams (2.31 lbs) Puck Dimensions: Footprint Weight 294 x 199 x 30 mm (11.57 x 7.83 x 1.18 inch) 200 grams (7 oz) Power Source 4 "AAA" batteries when used as stand alone Range 1 to 36 inches Accuracy ±0.
If a defect exists during the warranty period, CI, at its option, will either repair (using new or remanufactured parts) or replace (with a new or remanufactured digitizer) the product at no charge. THE WARRANTY WILL NOT APPLY TO THE PRODUCT IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED BY MISUSE, ALTERATION, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER HANDLING OR OPERATION, OR IF UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS ARE ATTEMPTED OR MADE.
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