Bushnell HYBRID User Manual page 3

ABOUT THE BUSHNELL HYBRID
Your HYBRID is Bushnell's newest addition to its line of rangefinders for today's golfer. It combines the tournament proven Bushnell laser technology with the
latest golf course GPS database access in a single compact, convenient unit-truly the best of both worlds. View the distances to the front and back of a hole
automatically, at the same time as you verify distance to the flag (or anything else) with 1-yard "Pinseeker" accuracy. Check the distance to nearby hazards,
preview the stats for the next hole, even "walk off" your shot distance quickly and easily. The Hybrid not only gives you the choice of laser or GPS rangefinding, it
lets you experience the synergy of using both at the same time.
NOTE: the Laser and GPS rangefinder sections of the Hybrid each have their own independent battery, due to the high current requirements of the infrared laser
circuitry. The laser is powered by a powered by a non-rechargeable, replaceable 3V lithium CR2 battery (provided and installed). The GPS section is powered by
an internal rechargeable lithium ion battery, which must be charged prior to using the GPS functions, using the provided USB charger.
USING THE LASER RANGEFINDER
INTRODUCTION
Your HYBRID features PinSeeker technology with JOLT™, allowing the golfer to easily and quickly "zero" in on the flag without acquiring background targets. The
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HYBRID weighs a mere 6 ounces and is made to fit into the palm of your hand. HYBRID also features an adjustable eyepiece, 5X magnification, and is capable of
providing range measurements from 5 to 1300 yards (300 yds to a golf flag) with incredible one yard accuracy! Like other Bushnell laser rangefinders, the HYBRID
is not dependent upon reflectors, and will provide distances to trees, bunkers, and virtually any object on any golf course in the world.
Note: You will get both longer and shorter maximum distances depending on the reflective properties of the particular target and the environmental conditions at
the time the distance of an object is being measured. The color, surface finish, size and shape of the target all affect reflectivity and range. The brighter the color,
the longer the range. Red is highly reflective, for example, and allows longer ranges than the color black, which is the least reflective color. A shiny finish provides
more range than a dull one. A small target is more difficult to range than a larger target. The angle to the target also has an effect. Shooting to a target at a 90 degree
angle (where the target surface is perpendicular to the flight path of the emitted energy pulses) provides good range while a steep angle on the other hand, provides
limited ranging. In addition, lighting conditions (e.g. the amount of sunlight) will affect the ranging capabilities of the unit. The less light (e.g. overcast skies) the
farther the unit's maximum range will be. Conversely, very sunny days will decrease the unit's maximum range.
HOW OUR DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY WORKS
The HYBRID emits invisible, eye safe, infrared energy pulses. The HYBRID's Advanced Digital microprocessor and ASIC chip (Application-Specific Integrated
Circuit) results in instantaneous and accurate readings every time. Sophisticated digital technology instantaneously calculates distances by measuring the time
it takes for each pulse to travel from the rangefinder, to the target, and back.
OPTICAL DESIGN
The HYBRID monocular features 5x magnification and multi-coated optics. A liquid crystal display (LCD) is mounted within the optical system and when activated,
displays a reticle for targeting, yards/meters, and Pinseeker (flag icon) indicators. Inherent in the manufacturing process are small black spots that may appear in
the laser optical system. These are a natural characteristic of the LCD and cannot be fully eliminated in the manufacturing process. They do not affect the ranging
performance of the unit.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Your HYBRID comes with a battery already installed, but you need to remove a red plastic disc (contact protector) before it will work. To do this, remove the battery
compartment cap (11) by lifting the battery cap tab and then rotating counter clockwise. Remove and discard the red plastic disc, then replace the battery cap.
When the battery needs replacement, insert a CR2 3-volt lithium battery into the compartment negative end first, then replace the battery cap.
NOTE: It is recommended that the battery be replaced at least once every 12 months.
Low Battery Indicator: When one bar is shown on the battery icon in the laser display (to left of the central aiming circle), the battery is low
Full Charge
and should be replaced. If the battery goes below the safe operating level (affecting accuracy of readings), the battery icon will flash and the
unit will not range. Note: the "BATTERY" item in the GPS system menu only indicates the state of charge for the internal rechargeable battery
Low Battery
that powers the GPS circuitry, and has no connection to the CR2 battery that powers the laser section of the Hybrid.
ADJUSTING THE EYEPIECE
Your HYBRID includes an adjustable diopter control that allows you to focus the LCD display for your eyesight, relative to the image. Simply rotate the diopter
adjustment dial (9) located above/behind the eyepiece (10) until the reticle and object distanced to are both in focus to your eye.
OPERATIONAL SUMMARY
While looking through the eyepiece, depress the Power/FIRE button (8) once to activate the in-view Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
Place the aiming circle (located in the center of the field of view) upon a target at least 5 yards away, depress and hold the FIRE button
down until the range reading is displayed near the bottom of the in-view display. Crosshairs surrounding the aiming circle indicate
that the laser is being transmitted. Once a range has been acquired, you can release the FIRE button. The crosshairs surrounding the
aiming circle will disappear once the FIRE button has been released (i.e. the laser is no longer being transmitted). Once activated, the
LCD will remain active and display the last distance measurement for 10 seconds. You can depress the power button again at any time
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