Nikon MONARCH 2000 - 6x21 Laser Rangefinder Manual

Getting to know the Device

Key features

• Red internal display is easy-to-read
• Horizontal distance mode and actual distance mode can be easily switched
• Target Priority Switching System for measuring overlapping subjects
• High-quality 6× finder with multilayer coating
• Larger ocular for easy viewing
• Automatic continuous measurement for up to 4 seconds if single measurement fails
• Press and hold down the PWR button to activate the continuous measurement function (up to approx. 8 seconds)
• Automatic power shut-off (approx. 8 sec. unoperated from standby screen)
• Waterproof and fogproof (not designed for underwater usage)
• Invisible/Eyesafe EN/IEC Class 1M Laser

This product uses an invisible laser beam for measuring. It measures the time the laser beam takes to travel from the rangefinder to the target and back. Laser reflectivity and measurement results may vary according to climatic and environmental conditions, as well as the color, surface finish, size, shape and other characteristics of the target.

Measurement may be inaccurate or fail in the following cases:

• In snow, rain or fog
• Small or slender target
• Black or dark target
• Target has stepped surface
• Moving or vibrating target
• When measuring the surface of water
• Target measured through glass
• When the target is glass or a mirror
• When laser incidence to the target's reflective surface is oblique

About measurement results
This device is a basic rangefinder. Its measurement results cannot be used as official evidence.

Nomenclature

1. MODE button
2. PWR button (POWER ON/Measurement button)
3. 6× monocular eyepiece
4. Eyecup/Diopter adjustment ring
5. Diopter index
6. Strap eyelet
7. Battery-chamber cover
8. Battery-chamber cover "Open" indication
9. Monocular objective lens/Laser emission aperture
10. Invisible Laser detector aperture
11. Product number label
12. Indication

Composition

• Body ×1
• Strap ×1
• Case ×1
• Lithium battery (CR2) ×1

* The carabiner-like ring that comes with the case is for the purpose of carrying the Laser Rangefinder only.
Do not hang anything heavy on it, nor tug on it strongly. It cannot be used for climbing.

Internal display

1. Target mark
   : Aim at the target you want to measure. Position the target at the center of the mark.
2. Laser irradiation mark
   : Appears while the laser is being irradiated for a measurement. Do not look towards the objective lens side while this mark is shown.
3. Unit of measure (m: meter/YD: yard)
4. Distant Target Priority mode
5. Battery level indicator
6. First Target Priority mode
7. Horizontal distance mode
8. Distance
   : "Failure to measure" or "Unable to measure"

• The internal display of this product is enlarged by the eyepiece. Although you may see dust that has entered, it does not effect the accuracy of measurement.

Functions

Target priority mode (First Target Priority mode/Distant Target Priority mode)
This Nikon Laser Rangefinder employs the First Target Priority/Distant Target Priority switching system. (Factory default setting is Distant Target Priority mode.)

When measuring overlapping subjects:
First Target Priority mode displays the distance of the closest subject and Distant Target Priority mode displays that of the farthest subject.

Inserting/Replacing battery

Type of battery

3V CR2 lithium battery ×1

Inserting/Replacing battery

1. Open the battery-chamber cover.
   Rotate the battery-chamber cover counterclockwise and remove it.
2. Insert the battery.
   To replace the battery, take out the old battery before inserting a new one.
   Follow the battery insertion mark inside the battery chamber to insert the + and - ends of the battery in the correct orientation (insert so that the - end faces outward). If the battery is not inserted correctly, the Laser Rangefinder will not operate.
3. Attach the battery-chamber cover.
   Rotate the battery-chamber cover clockwise and secure it firmly. When attaching the battery-chamber cover, securely screw it all the way and check that it is secured.

• The battery-chamber cover may be difficult to rotate because this product uses a rubber seal to maintain its waterproof capabilities.

Battery level indicator

Display		Description
	After power on, displays for 2 seconds only.	Sufficient power available.
	After power on, displays for 2 seconds only.	Power getting low. Prepare to replace the battery.
	Displayed continuously.	Low. Battery should be replaced with a new one.
	Blinks. After blinking 3 times, automatically powers off.	The battery is empty. Replace the battery.

Navigating the menus

• Operating the MODE button
  There are two ways to press the MODE button. Operate the button while following the descriptions in this manual.
  • "Press and hold" means to continue pressing the button for 1.5 seconds or longer.
  • "Press" means to press the button quickly (less than 1.5 seconds).

Changing the internal display luminance (IL)

Adjust the brightness of the internal display. The factory default setting is IL A (Auto, automatic brightness control). You can select IL A, or IL 1 to IL 5.

• IL A (Auto): The luminance is adjusted automatically according to the brightness of the surroundings.
• IL 1 - IL 5: IL 1 is the darkest, while IL 5 is the brightest.

1. Press the PWR button to turn on the Laser Rangefinder.
2. Press and hold the MODE button.

• You can now change the internal display luminance.

3. The setting switches every time you press the PWR button.
   

• If you press and hold the MODE button or do not operate the buttons for about 8 seconds, the displayed setting is saved and the Laser Rangefinder returns to standby.
• The setting is saved even when the Laser Rangefinder is turned OFF.

Temporarily changing the internal display luminance setting
If the internal display is difficult to see due to the surrounding conditions, you can temporarily change the brightness. The luminance changes every time you press the MODE button.

• The luminance level is not displayed in the internal display.
• IL A cannot be set.
• When the Laser Rangefinder is turned OFF, the internal display returns to the original luminance.

Changing the distance display unit (F1)

For the display unit of the measurement results, select YD (yards) or m (meters). Factory default setting is YD (yard).

1. Press the PWR button to turn on the Laser Rangefinder.
2. Press and hold the MODE button.
3. Press the MODE button once.

• You can now change the distance display unit.

4. The setting switches every time you press the PWR button.
   

• If you press and hold the MODE button or do not operate the buttons for about 8 seconds, the displayed setting is saved and the Laser Rangefinder returns to standby.
• The setting is saved even when the Laser Rangefinder is turned OFF.

Changing the measurement display mode (F2)

Horizontal distance mode and actual distance mode can be switched. Factory default setting is horizontal distance mode.

1. Press the PWR button to turn on the Laser Rangefinder.
2. Press and hold the MODE button.
3. Press the MODE button twice.
   • You can now change the measurement display mode.
4. The setting switches every time you press the PWR button.
   

• If you press and hold the MODE button or do not operate the buttons for about 8 seconds, the displayed setting is saved and the Laser Rangefinder returns to standby.
• The setting is saved even when the Laser Rangefinder is turned OFF.

Changing the target priority mode (F3)

This Nikon Laser Rangefinder employs the First Target Priority/Distant Target Priority switching system.
Factory default setting is Distant Target Priority mode.

1. Press the PWR button to turn on the Laser Rangefinder.
2. Press and hold the MODE button.
3. Press the MODE button three times.

• You can now change the target priority mode.

4. The setting switches every time you press the PWR button.
   

• If you press the MODE button or do not operate the buttons for about 8 seconds, the displayed setting is saved and the Laser Rangefinder returns to standby.
• The setting is saved even when the Laser Rangefinder is turned OFF.

First Target Priority mode and Distant Target Priority mode
When measuring overlapping subjects:
First Target Priority mode displays the distance of the closest subject and Distant Target Priority mode displays that of the farthest subject.

Operation diagram of the setting menus

Press and hold the MODE button.
Press the MODE button.
Press the PWR button.

• If you press and hold the MODE button or do not operate the buttons for about 8 seconds while operating the setting menus, the displayed setting is saved and the Laser Rangefinder returns to standby.

Measurement

Controls, adjustments or usage of procedures other than those specified herein may produce negative effects or damage to your health due to laser radiation.

• Before measuring, be sure to confirm each menu setting. Refer to "Navigating the menus" for menu details and how to change the settings.

Adjusting the focus of the internal display

If the internal display is difficult to see, adjust the focus with the following procedure.

1. Press the PWR button to turn on the power.
2. Look through the eyepiece and rotate the diopter adjustment ring until the internal display comes into focus.
   

Measuring

1. Press the PWR button to turn on the power.
   • If you do not operate the button for about 8 seconds, the power turns off automatically.
     

2. Aim at the target.
   Position the center of the target mark on the target.
   
3. Press the PWR button to measure.
   After measurement, the result is displayed for approx. 8 seconds, then power automatically turns off.
   Press the PWR button while the power is on to measure again.

Single measurement

Pressing the PWR button once starts single measurement, then displays the results.

• If measurement fails, measurement continues automatically for up to about 4 seconds until results are obtained. Measurement stops when it is successful, even within about 4 seconds.
  

Continuous measurement

Press and hold down the PWR button to start continuous measurement up to approx. 8 seconds. During measurement, the measured result is displayed consecutively while the laser irradiation mark is blinking. If you release your finger from the button, continuous measurement stops.

* If measurement fails, measurement continues automatically for up to about 4 seconds until results are obtained.

Specifications

• The specifications of the product may not be achieved depending on the target object's shape, surface texture and nature, and/or weather conditions.

^*1 Under Nikon's measurement conditions and reference values.
^*2 Under Nikon's measurement conditions.
^*3 Waterproof models
This product has waterproof capabilities, and will suffer no damage to the optical system nor observation if submerged or dropped in water to a maximum depth of 1 m/3.3 ft for up to 10 minutes. This product offers the following advantages:

• Can be used in conditions of high humidity, dust and rain without risk of damage to internal functions.
• Nitrogen-filled design makes it resistant to condensation and mold.

However, observe the following when using the Nikon Laser Rangefinder:

• Do not operate or hold the product in running water.
• If any moisture is found on movable parts of this product, stop using the product and wipe it off.

^*4 The battery chamber is rainproof, not waterproof. Water may enter the device if the Rangefinder is submerged in water. If water enters the battery chamber, wipe out any moisture and allow time for the chamber to dry.

Battery life
Approx. 8,500 times (at approx. 20°C (68°F))
This figure may differ according to conditions such as temperature and other factors. Use only as a guide.

• The battery supplied with this Nikon Laser Rangefinder is for operation checking. Due to natural electrical discharge, the life of this battery will likely be shorter than that noted above.

Troubleshooting/Repair

If this product fails to function as expected, check the list below before consulting your local dealer or the store where you purchased it.

• If there is a problem with the product.

• If you require a repair, please contact your local dealer or the store where you purchased the product.
  Do not repair or disassemble. It may result in a serious incident.
  Please note that Nikon is not responsible for any direct or indirect damage if the user attempts to repair or disassemble the product.

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