Leica DISTOTM E7500 The original laser distance meter
Table of Contents EN Instrument Set-up -------------------------Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Basic measuring screen - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Selection screen- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Pointfinder (Viewscreen)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Insert batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Instrument Set-up Introduction EN Overview The safety instructions and the user manual should be read through carefully before the product is used for the first time. The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them. Display The symbols used have the following meanings: ! WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Instrument Set-up Basic measuring screen EN Selection screen Status bar FUNC Function / Settings Main line Active function Favorites Leica DISTOTM E7500 820692 Settings Help function 3
Instrument Set-up Pointfinder (Viewscreen) EN Insert batteries i Zoom stage 1x Illumination adjustment with navigation keys left and right Active function Crosshair To ensure a reliable use, do not use zinccarbon batteries. We recommend using high quality batteries. Change batteries when battery symbol is flashing.
Operations Switching ON/OFF ON EN Clear OFF i 2 sec 1x If no key is pressed for 180 sec, the device switches off automatically. Device is turned OFF. Message Codes 2x If the info icon appears with a number, observe the instructions in section "Message Codes". Example: Leave actual function, go to default operation mode. Undo last action. Multifunctional endpiece i The orientation of the endpiece is automatically detected and the zero point is accordingly adjusted.
Operations Add / Subtract EN 2x 1 2 7.332 m 3 The next measurement is added to the previous one. The next measurement is subtracted from the previous one. i 4 7.332 m This process can be repeated as required. The same process can be used for adding or subtracting areas or volumes. 20.179 m 12.847 m Pointfinder (Viewscreen) 1x 1 i 4x 4x 2x 2x 1x 1x 1x 2 3 4 Exit pointfinder (viewscreen). This is a great help for outdoor measuring.
Settings Overview EN Distance units 1 2 Beep Keypad lock Tilt calibration Favorites Illumination Offset Reset Information Leica DISTOTM E7500 820692 7
Settings Distance units EN Switch between the following units: 1 2 3 0.0000 m 0.000 m 0.00 m 0.0 mm 0.00 ft 0‘00‘‘ 1/32 0‘00‘‘ 1/16 0‘00‘‘ 1/8 0‘00‘‘ 1/4 0.0 in 0 in 1/32 0 in 1/16 0 in 1/8 0 in 1/4 0.000 yd 4 5 Confirm setting. Exit settings. Beep ON/OFF 1 2 3 Exit settings. To switch ON, repeat procedure. OFF ON Digital level ON/OFF 1 2 To switch ON, repeat procedure. Leica DISTO The digital level is displayed in the status bar. Exit settings.
Settings De-/Activate keylock 1 EN Switch on with keylock To deactivate, repeat procedure. The keylock is active if device is switched off. 2 3 1 Exit settings.
Settings Calibration of tilt sensor (Tilt Calibration) 1 2 EN 3 4 180° Place device on absolutely flat surface. 5 180° 6 7 Turn the device horizontally by 180° and place it again on absolutely flat surface. 8 Place device on absolutely flat surface. 9 180° 180° 10 i After 2 sec the device goes back to the basic mode. Turn the device horizontally by 180° and place it again on absolutely flat surface.
Settings Personalized favorites EN Favorite 1 2 3 4 Select favorite function. i 5 Press selection key left or right. Function is set as favorite above the corresponding selection key. Select your favorite functions for quick access. Short cut: Press 2 sec on a selection-key in the measuring mode. Exit settings. Illumination 1 2 3 1/6 Leica DISTOTM E7500 820692 4 1/6 2/6 3/6 4/6 5/6 6/6 Select brightness. i 5 Confirm setting. Exit settings.
Settings Offset 1 EN 2 3 4 Select digit. i 6 Exit settings. 1.012 m 5 1.012 m Adjust digit. Approve value. An offset adds or subtracts a specified value automatically to or from all measurements. This function allows tolerances to be taken into account. The offset icon is displayed. Reset Second confirmation with selection keys: 1 2 3 Refuse: Confirm: i 4 Reset returns the instrument to the factory settings. All customized settings and memories are lost. Exit settings.
Functions Overview EN Timer Volume Adjusting measuring reference Stake out Memory Pythagoras 1 Single Distance Measurement Smart Horizontal Mode Area Timer 1 2 3 30 sec 5 sec 2 sec Off Leica DISTOTM E7500 820692 i 4 Select release time. The self release starts if ON/Measure key is pressed. Confirm setting.
Functions Adjusting measuring reference/tripod 1 2 3 EN Distance is measured from the rear of the device (standard setting). Distance is measured from a Leica DISTO Adapter FTA 360 (lock symbol = permanently) Distance is measured from the tripod thread permanently. Distance is measured from the front of the device (lock symbol = permanently). i 4 Confirm setting. If device is switched off, reference goes back to standard setting (rear of the device).
Functions Memory 1 EN 2 12.208 m 3 6.554 m 23.889 m 8.449 m Switch between measurements. i 4 Delete memory. Take over value for further actions. Use Up/Down navigation keys to show more detailed results of the specific measurement. Short cut Measuring single distance 1 2 3 i 4 Aim active laser at target. 8.532 m Target surfaces: Measuring errors can occur when measuring to colourless liquids, glass, styrofoam or semi-permeable surfaces or when aiming at high gloss surfaces.
Functions Area 1 EN 2 3 4 5 Aim laser at first target point. 6 6.228 m 3.9I0 m 20.276 m 24.352 m 2 Leica DISTOTM E7500 820692 First distance Second distance Circumference Aim laser at second target point. i The result is shown in the main line and the measured value above. Partial Measurements / Painter function: Press + or - before starting the first measurement. Measure and add or subtract distances. Finish with =. Measure 2nd length.
Functions Volume 1 EN 2 3 4 Aim laser at first target point. 8 5.744 m Second distance 2.431 m Third distance 32.653 m 3 Leica DISTOTM E7500 820692 6 7 Aim laser at second target point. First distance 2.338 m 5 9 Use Up/Down navigation keys to show more results. Aim laser at third target point. 2 13.430 m 2 Ceiling/floor area 39.300 m Wall areas 16.
Functions Stake out i EN Two different distances (a and b) can be entered to mark off defined measured lengths. a= b a= b 1 1 2 3 a 3 b b b 4 1.012 m Select digit. 7 8 Approve value "b" and start measurement. Leica DISTOTM E7500 820692 2 a b 3 1 2 5 Adjust digit. Move device slowly along the stake-out line. The distance to the next stake out point is displayed. 1.012 m 0.240 m is missing up to next 0.625 m distance. 6 Approve value "a". Next stake out distance 0.625 m 0.
Functions Pythagoras (2-point) 1 2 EN 3 4 5 Aim laser at second target. Aim laser at first target. 6 25.133 m 21.383 m 13.207 m Leica DISTOTM E7500 820692 i The result is shown in the main line. Pressing the measuring key for 2 sec in the function activates automatically Minimum or Maximum measurement. We recommend to use the pythagoras only for indirect horizontal measuring. For height measuring (vertical) it is more precise to use a function with the inclination measuring.
Technical Data EN Distance measurement Typical Measuring Tolerance* ± 1.0 mm / ~1/16" *** Maximum Measuring Tolerance** ± 2.0 mm / 0.08 in *** Typical Range* 150 m / 500 ft Range at unfavourable condition **** 80 m / 260 ft Smallest unit displayed Power Range Technology 0.1 mm / 1/32 in ™ Ø laser point at distances yes 6 /30 / 60 mm (10 / 50 / 100 m) Smart Horizontal Mode Measuring tolerance***** ± 0.
Message Codes Care Safety Instructions If the message Error does not disappear after switching on the device repeatedly, contact the dealer. If the message InFo appears with a number, press the Clear button and observe the following instructions: • Clean the device with a damp, soft cloth. • Never immerse the device in water. • Never use aggressive cleaning agents or solvents. The person responsible for the instrument must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them.
Safety Instructions EN Permitted use Hazards in use Disposal • Measuring distances • Tilt measurement ! WARNING ! CAUTION Prohibited use • Using the product without instruction • Using outside the stated limits • Deactivation of safety systems and removal of explanatory and hazard labels • Opening of the equipment by using tools (screwdrivers, etc.
Safety Instructions FCC statement (applicable in U.S.) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Safety Instructions Laser classification EN Descripiton Value Wavelength 635 nm Maximum radiant output power for classifiacation 0.95 mW The device produces visible laser beams, which are emitted from the instrument: It is a Class 2 laser product in accordance with: • IEC60825-1 : 2014 „Radiation safety of laser products“ Laser Class 2 products: Do not stare into the laser beam or direct it towards other people unnecessarily.
Leica Geosystems AG, Heerbrugg, Switzerland has been certified as being equipped with a quality system which meets the International Standards of Quality Management and Quality Systems (ISO standard 9001) and Environmental Management Systems (ISO standard 14001). Copyright Leica Geosystems AG, Heerbrugg, Switzerland 2014 Original text (820692 EN) Pat. No.: Leica Geosystems AG CH-9435 Heerbrugg (Switzerland) www.disto.