Operation Manual LRM 2200SI LASER RANGE FINDER MONOCULAR 105 Sparks Ave.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION Read prior to activation You have just purchased a sophisticated electro-optical device that emits invisible laser radiation. To operate it properly, please, read this manual carefully. NEVER direct laser beam at the eyes of people or animals NEVER aim the unit at the Sun or bright sources of light NEVER subject the unit to impacts NEVER transport the unit without the case NEVER disassemble the unit.
Caution - use of optical instruments such as binoculars, loupes, mirrors, lenses, etc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION ............................................. 2 Principle of operation .......................................................... 2 Key Features ........................................................................ 3 2. DEVICE APPEARANCE.......................................... 4 3. DELIVERY SET ....................................................... 6 Standard delivery set ........................................................... 6 4. SPECIFICATIONS.............
10. 11. CUSTOMER SUPPORT ......................................... 24 QUALITY CERTIFICATE ..................................... 25 CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE UNIT! FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE INJURY! 1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION LRM 2200SI Laser Rangefinder Monocular (the unit) is an advanced laser range finder system that enables instant distance, direction, elevation, azimuth and speed measurement. The unit complies with CFR 21, Part 1040.10.
measurement allows height calculation. The unit measures azimuth simultaneously as well. Speed of an object moving closer or further from the unit can also be calculated using the time-of-flight principle.
2. DEVICE APPEARANCE 5 6 7 1 4 8 3 2 Fig. 1.
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4. SPECIFICATIONS Optics Magnification Objective lens diameter Exit pupil diameter Field of view Type of coating 7x 25 mm 3.
Inclinometer Measuring elevation range Accuracy Speed Detector Measured speed range Accuracy Power Battery ±80o ±1o 5-400 km/h ±2 km/h 9V Lithium (non-magnetic) Battery capacity Min 5,000 measurements (Scanning regime) Yes 'Low Battery' indicator Environmental Operational temperature range Storage temperature range -25 / +50oC (-13 / +122oF) -45 / +65oC (-49 / +149oF) Mechanics Tripod thread Weight without battery Dimensions ¼ inch 450 g 127x125x60 mm 8
5. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 7 8 6 1 5 2 4 3 Fig. 3.
Changing battery To install a battery: Slide the battery compartment cover down (Fig. 2) Install the battery, observing correct polarity Do not force the battery while placing back inside the compartment. Close the compartment cover If the battery does not fit the compartment easily, it means that either polarity was reversed or the battery contacts are jammed. To remove battery: Slide the battery compartment cover down (Fig.
Measuring procedure When the unit is powered off the LCD will appear blank. To activate the unit press and hold A button (Fig. 1) for half a second. The word ‘READY’ will appear on the display to indicate the unit is powered on. Pressing the A button (Fig. 1) in Ready to Measure mode will initiate measurement. The result of the measurement is displayed in a form that depends on the measurement parameters (see Setup Mode).
surface is more reflective than a rough one. Larger targets reflect better than small ones. Ranging a target perpendicular to the laser beam provides better results than the one positioned under a sharp angle to the beam. Weather conditions that influence air transparency (rain, fog, snow, mist) reduce maximum range. Bright sunny days will reduce performance as well, as IR sun radiation may interfere with reflected laser impulses.
Note: Even with target selection logic the unit may not always be able to range the desired target as its reflectivity may be too low to produce enough laser beam reflections for statistically reliable calculation. A warning will be displayed if the result is not statistically reliable. See more about target reflectivity in Additional display information. Operation and service modes Pressing Mode button (5, Fig.1.1) in Ready mode switches the unit between modes of operation.
o Distance from meters to yards o Speed from km/h to mph2 rEc – allows data recall of the last 10 measurement results: o CLr – Clears all measurements SEt – allows the user to select the following advanced options: o FrSt – First Target Measurement o LASt – Last Target Measurement o AUtO – Auto Target Measurement3 o Reticle – Change reticle from + (cross) to (rectangle) o CAL – Calibration CALc – Compass calibration corr – Accuracy correction of active measurement parameters Display Test 1 - i
calibration similar to one conducted during production process. To perform the accuracy correction, select corr from the CAL menu.
Magnetic North (not True North). If the unit detects large installation errors (unit is not well levelled or not aimed to the North), then LCD will show result “444” and “99”, which means that correction was not performed due to incorrect setup. Compass calibration If the System was exposed to a strong magnetic field or was not in use for a long time, the compass accuracy may diminish.
Minimal gating distance of 000 m will be initially set, further pressing M button will increase gating distance by 100 m up to 2,100 m. When the desired distance is reached – select it by pressing Action button. OVER 100M – indicates that gating is active To deactivate gating choose gating value zero or switch to the default mode. Note: The gating distance can only be increased.
measured in the Scanning mode, though both will be quickly displayed, the second one may be difficult to register by eye. Nevertheless all data is recorded and may be recalled (see Data Recall mode for details.) Data Recall mode In Data Recall mode results of the last 10 measurements can be displayed.
Pressing A button at any moment within the list of recalled results brings the unit to Ready to Measure mode. Choosing cLr at the end of recalled data will erase the device memory.
6. BEST MEASURING TECHNIQUE Laser range finder measures distance by catching laser beam reflected from the target. Everything that improves reflection increases the measurement reliability and maximum range. 1. Use tripod when ranging remote targets. The longer is the distance, the greater is the beam shift due to hand tremor. 2. Aim at a bright smooth surface on the target that is the closest to perpendicular to the laser beam. The closer to perpendicular you get – the stronger will be the reflection. 3.
7. STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE The unit is a sophisticated precision optical instrument equipped with laser and electronics. Therefore, it should be handled with due care. Keep away from direct sunlight. Avoid impacts, jolts, dust, moisture, and sharp changes of temperature. Do not use the device at temperatures higher than 50oC (122oF). Do not touch optical surfaces. Doing so may damage the anti-reflection coating. Clean optical surfaces only with professional camera lens cleaning supplies.
8. TROUBLESHOOTING The ranging does not work. The display is transparent. Check the charge of the battery. Replace it if it is weak. The ranging mode does not work. The display shows results of the last measurement or is transparent. Wait for 16 seconds, and press the Action button again. Compass shows zero at any direction. Wait for 8 seconds, and press the Action button again. If this does not help, perform compass calibration. Black dots are visible on LCD.
9. WARRANTY NEWCON warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of the original purchase. Longer warranty is available, subject to the terms of the specific sales contract. Should your Newcon product prove to be defective during this period, please deliver the product securely packaged in its original container or an equivalent, along with the proof of the original purchase date to your Newcon Dealer.
10. CUSTOMER SUPPORT Should you experience any difficulties with your NEWCON OPTIK product, consult this manual first. If the problem remains unresolved, contact our customer support department at (416) 663-6963 or toll free at 1-877-368-6666. Our operating hours are 9am-5pm, Monday - Friday, Eastern Standard Time. At no time should equipment be sent back to Newcon without following the instructions of our technical support department. NEWCON OPTIK accepts no responsibility for unauthorized returns.
11. QUALITY CERTIFICATE The unit has passed the quality inspection.
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