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4. This procedure can also be used to obtain the range of multiple animals or
objects; simply move your sight pin from one target to another while holding
down the POWER button.
CLEARING THE LAST DISTANCE OBTAINED
The last range reading taken does not need to be cleared before reading another
object’s distance. For that reason, there is no reset button. Simply aim at the new
object, depress the POWER button and hold until the new range reading is displayed.
The ranging accuracy of the Leupold Vendetta rangefinder is ±1 yard/s.
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR
When your battery reaches 1/4 capacity and will soon need to be replaced, the
distance readout will blink quickly each time you range a target. The Vendetta
will continue to function normally and provide optimal performance until the
battery has reached zero capacity.
CLEANING / MAINTENANCE
Blow away dust or debris on lenses, or use a soft lens brush (such as the one
found on the Leupold LensPen
®
). To remove fingerprints, water spots or tougher
dirt, use a soft cotton cloth or the cleaning end of the Leupold LensPen. A lens
tissue with lens cleaning fluid may be used for more stubborn dirt. Always apply
cleaning fluid to the cleaning cloth, never directly to the lens.
To insert a new battery, remove battery cover and remove exhausted battery.
Insert new CR-2 battery, negative terminal first, into the battery compartment.
Close battery cover. The Vendetta is weatherproof.
HELPFUL HINTS FOR USING THE
LEUPOLD VENDETTA DIGITAL LASER RANGEFINDER
How do I activate angle compensation?
Angle compensation is always activated on the Vendetta.
How do I activate the visible alignment laser?
Make sure the Vendetta has powered down and the display has not been
activated. Press and hold the Power button for 10 seconds (a count-down
timer will appear on the display).
How do I deactivate the visible alignment laser?
Activate the visible alignment laser by pressing and holding the power pad for
10 seconds. A count-down timer will be shown on the Vendetta’s display and
the visible laser will activate when the timer reaches zero. If the Vendetta has
previously been activated, allow it to sit idle until it has powered down, then
begin the activation process for the visible alignment laser. Safely come to full
draw and aim your top pin at the center of the alignment aid. Using the red
dot created by the visible alignment laser, make note of which direction the
Vendetta must be adjusted to place the red dot in the center of the circle you
created on the alignment aid. (Fig.9)
Loosen the socket screw (Fig. 5) in the Socket Base Bracket and adjust the
Vendetta by hand as necessary. Proper alignment has been obtained when you
can aim (at full draw) your top pin at the center of the black dot, and the red
dot produced by the visible alignment laser is located in the center of the circle
you created during “recreating your total offset” on the alignment aid process
above. To deactivate the visible alignment laser, press and hold the power button
for 5 seconds. The visible alignment laser will automatically deactivate 5 minutes
after activation.
Once the Vendetta has been properly aligned, secure the Socket Screw using a
torque value of 55 inch pounds, then verify that the vertical adjustment screw is
still torqued to 55 inch pounds (figure 5). After verifying the torque value of the
Vertical Adjustment Screw, double-check that the Socket Screw has retained a
torque value of 55 inch pounds.
Note: For best results, align the Vendetta at the longest distance possible. Since
the purpose of measuring the total offset between the visible laser and your
top pin is to ensure the Vendetta is aligned parallel to your sight, you can place
the alignment aid at any distance and continue to use your 20 yard pin for
alignment.
MEASURING DISTANCE WITH THE VENDETTA
Measurement of distance with the Vendetta is a very simple operation:
1. Come to full draw and align your top pin with the target you intend to
range.
(Fig.10)
2. Depress the POWER button on the pressure pad to power up the unit.
3. Depress the POWER button again – this will cause the invisible ranging laser
to activate and take a distance reading.
4. Read the distance as shown on the LED display.
Note: For best results, always aim at the center of the intended target when
determining range.
(Fig.10)
CONTINUOUS MEASUREMENT OF
A MOVING TARGET / SCAN MODE
Scan mode can only be used after the Vendetta has been powered up.
1. Follow the instructions for “Measuring distance…” as explained previously.
2. Once the target has been measured, continue to hold down the POWER
button and follow the object as it moves.
3. The distance will automatically update as long as the POWER button is
continuously depressed.
Fig.10
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Calculating your total offset:
The first measurement is the horizontal offset between the Vendetta’s visible
alignment laser (bottom most lens) and the center of the top pin of your sight.
In the graphic below, this measurement is 1.25”. The second measurement is
the vertical offset between the Vendetta’s visible alignment laser and the top
pin of your sight. In the graphic below, this measurement is 2.60”. (Fig.7) The
combination of these two measurements shows the total offset between the
visible alignment laser and the top pin of your sight. These measurements will
be critical to achieving proper alignment of your Vendetta and should be taken
as carefully as possible.
RECREATING YOUR TOTAL OFFSET ON THE ALIGNMENT AID
Using the included alignment aid and a permanent marker, draw a 2”circle
recreating the total offset between the visible laser channel and the top pin
of your sight. (Fig.8) In the example, the center of this circle would be exactly
1.25” LEFT, and 2.60” ABOVE the center of the pre-marked black dot on the
alignment aid. The total offset will vary with each bow/sight combination and
the measurements above are for explanation purposes only.
Note: When recreating your total offset on the alignment aid, remember that
the horizontal distance should be marked as though you were behind the
bow/sight. Using the example above, the Vendetta would be to the left of
the top pin when viewed from behind in a firing position.
ALIGNING THE VENDETTA
Place the alignment aid on a large, safe backstop and position yourself an
appropriate distance from the backstop. We recommend making initial
alignment corrections at 20 yards, then verifying alignment at 40 yards if
possible.
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Beaverton, OR 97006-5791 USA
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Beaverton, OR 97075-0688 USA
WARRANTY / REPAIR
Your Leupold Vendetta digital laser rangefinder is warranted by the Leupold
Electronics Warranty, and is protected from defects in materials and
workmanship for ONE YEAR from the date of purchase. In event of a need for
service or repair, please contact Leupold Product Service at:
Fig.7
Top Pin
1.25”
2.60”
Visible
Alignment Laser
Top Pin Aligned
to Center of Target
1.25”
2.60”
Laser Alignment
Dot
Drawn
Circle
Black Dot
Fig.9
Fig.8
2”Drawn Circle
Press and hold the Power button for 5 seconds (a count-down timer will
appear on the display).
The Vendetta does not provide range.
1. Make sure that the POWER button is being depressed.
2. Make sure that nothing, such as your hand, sight, or riser is blocking the
lenses; as this could interfere with the emission and reception of the laser
pulses. Make sure unit is held steadily while depressing the
POWER button.
3. The target may be farther than 70 yards.
4. Make sure the target is at least 10 yards away.
Should you need asistance with your Vendetta product do not return it to
the dealer, contact Leupold Technical Services at
(800) LEUPOLD (538-7653).
SPECIFICATIONS
The Vendetta digital laser
rangefinder provides a variety
of useful features to provide
maximum performance in the
field.
NOTE: The Vendetta is not
recommended for use with
single pin sights.
Inclinometer
Yes
Angle Compensation
Yes
One-Touch Scan Mode
Yes
Battery Life
>3000 Actuations
Weight
10 oz
Dimensions
3.8” L x 2.8” H x 1.3” W
Low Battery Indicator Yes
Warranty
1 year
Weatherproof
Yes
Distance Min/Max
10 / 70 yards