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Leica 3D Disto User Manual Version 1.2 English...
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3D Disto, Introduction Introduction Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a Leica 3D Disto. This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up the product and operating it. Refer to "12 Safety Directions" for further informa- tion.
Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner. Trademarks • Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. 3D Disto, Introduction...
3D Disto, Table of Contents Table of Contents In this manual Chapter Page How to Use this Manual Technical Terms and Abbreviations Description of the System General 3D Disto System Information Container Contents Instrument Components 3.3.1 3D Disto 3.3.2 Control Unit 3.3.3...
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5.4.1 General 5.4.2 File Manager 5.4.3 Photo and Secure Points Administration 5.4.4 Data Transfer Calculator Operation Measurements Viewfinder Measurement Workflow Touch Screen in Sketch Area Addition and Subtraction Area & Volume Calculations 6.6.1 Horizontal Areas/Volumes 3D Disto, Table of Contents...
3D Disto, Table of Contents 6.6.2 Tilted Areas Software Applications Overview Tool Kit 7.2.1 Comfort Plumbing 7.2.2 Comfort Targeting 7.2.3 Comfort Level 7.2.4 Metre Mark 7.2.5 Height Tracking 7.2.6 Parallel Line Location Room Scan 7.4.1 Manual Measurement 7.4.2 Unfold Mode 7.4.3...
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11 Care and Transport 11.1 Transport 11.2 Storage 11.3 Cleaning and Drying 12 Safety Directions 12.1 General 12.2 Intended Use 12.3 Limits of Use 12.4 Responsibilities 12.5 Hazards of Use 12.6 Laser Classification 12.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 3D Disto, Table of Contents...
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3D Disto, Table of Contents 12.8 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 12.9 Conformity to National Regulations 13 Technical Data 14 International Limited Warranty, Software License Agreement Index...
The index is at the back of the manual. Keys, fields and options on the screens which are considered self-explanatory are not explained. Validity of this This manual applies to the 3D Disto instruments and software application. manual Available Name...
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3D Disto, How to Use this Manual Refer to the following resources for all 3D Disto documentation/software: • Leica 3D Disto Data CD • https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com myWorld@Leica Geosystems (https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com) offers a wide range of services, information and training material. In myWorld, you are able to access all relevant services at your convenience, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Standing axis, vertical rotation axis of the instrument Line of sight, laser beam and crosshairs must be congruent. Refer to "9 Check & Adjust" for more information. 3D Disto_013 Horizontal angle a) Horizontal angle: [°] or [gon] 3D Disto_015 3D Disto , Technical Terms and Abbreviations...
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3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations Vertical angle Setting: Horizon = 0 a) Vertical angle: [°], [gon], [1:n] or [%] 3D Disto_016 Setting: Horizon = 90°/100gon a) Vertical angle: [°] or [gon] 3D Disto_017...
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Distances a) Perpendicular distance 3D Disto_018 a) Tie distance b) Vertical distance = height difference c) Horizontal distance 3D Disto_019 3D Disto , Technical Terms and Abbreviations...
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3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations Areas a) Tilted area, as measured b) Horizontal area, calculated by 3D Disto 3D Disto_020 Plumb up and horizon a) Plumb up: Point on the plumb line above the observer. b) Horizon: Plane/Line 90° to the plumb line.
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Reference height: 0.00 A level that all heights refer to. 3D Disto_021 1 . 8 4 . 1 6 0 a) Reference point: A point that all dimensions and positions refer 3D Disto_022 3D Disto , Technical Terms and Abbreviations...
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3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations a) Reference axis/line: A line that all dimensions refer to. 3D Disto_023...
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Tilt sensor The tilt sensor guarantees correct results even if the 3D Disto is not set up horizon- tally. 0-3° 3D Disto_024 3D Disto_025 Tilt sensor off = disabled Tilt sensor on = enabled All measurement results relate to the All measurement results relate to the tilted axis and horizon of the 3D Disto.
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3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations Viewfinder and • Viewfinder is an integrated camera which shows the target on the Control Unit crosshairs display. • Crosshairs is an aiming guide displayed in the Viewfinder on the Control Unit. a) Viewfinder...
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Secure Points Secure Points link measurements to a coordinate system. These reference points allow changing the 3D Disto’s location or continuing measurements at a later time, so that all measurements fit together perfectly. 1. Name and place three to five self-adhesive target marks on walls, ceiling or floor around your working area.
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3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations Coordinates Coordinates describe the position of a point in two- and three-dimensional space. a) Two-dimensional coordinates m/ft b) Three-dimensional coordinates 3D Disto_028...
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Measure Measurement results can be transferred to a connected PC or USB stick for post- processing. 3D Disto_045 3D Disto , Technical Terms and Abbreviations...
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3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations Layout or Design data in DXF and common table formats can be imported and used to lay out projection the corresponding points or grids. 3D Disto_046 Laser distance The laser distance metre (LDM) determines distances using a visible red laser beam.
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Ruler for offset The ruler for offset points is an accessory to measure inaccessible or hidden points. points 3D Disto_035 a) Ruler for offset points 3D Disto , Technical Terms and Abbreviations...
3D Disto b) USB Cable c) Control Unit d) RM100 Remote Control 3D Disto_001 3D Disto is operated by the Control Unit. Certain functions can also be executed using the RM100 Remote Control.
Container Contents Container contents, a) 3D Disto with built-in SD WLAN card part 1 of 2 b) USB connection cable 3D Disto to the Control Unit Power cable 3D Disto to the Control Unit Micro-USB cable for PC c) Data CD...
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3D Disto, Description of the System Container contents, part 2 of 2 Ruler for offset points 3D Disto power supply k) Control Unit with stylus, tripod clamp and hand strap 3D Disto_003...
Instrument Components 3.3.1 3D Disto Instrument components, motor-driven part a) LEDs for 3D Disto status b) ON/OFF button c) Grips to hold the instrument d) Infrared (IR) interface e) WLAN interface Laser distance metre with Viewfinder g) Circular bubble 3D Disto_004...
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3D Disto, Description of the System Instrument component, battery socket a) Tripod thread 5/8” b) 90° marking c) Power supply connector for 3D Disto d) LED for battery status e) Data cable connector Power supply connector to Control Unit 3D Disto_005...
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Button/LEDs Description LEDs for 3D Disto • Green and orange LEDs lights up continuously: 3D Disto is status booting. • Orange LED flashes: Self-levelling procedure is running or tilt > 3°. • Green LED flashes: 3D Disto is ready for measurement. Tilt sensor is on.
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3D Disto, Description of the System Button/LEDs Description LDM Laser • OFF: Viewfinder is OFF or 3D Disto targets automatically. • ON: Viewfinder is ON; or user is targeting by Remote Control. • Flashing: to indicate the precise position of a projected...
ON/OFF button b) Stylus c) Display, 4.8" touch screen d) Power supply connector e) USB Port, type A Tripod clamp, extendable g) Hand strap h) Micro-USB port, type Micro-B 3D Disto_006 3D Disto , Description of the System...
3D Disto, Description of the System 3.3.3 RM100 Remote Control Remote Control components a) Key ring b) Battery compartment c) Dist button 1 0 0 d) Navigation buttons: Up/down/right/left e) Control LED 3D Disto_007...
Internal: by battery socket, with non-removable Li-Ion batteries, 14.4 V, 63 Wh. • External: Power supply for 3D Disto connected by cable with country-specific plugs for worldwide use. Input: 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Output: 24 V DC, 2.5 A. Length 1.80 m.
The display of the Control Unit turns off after 15 minutes to save power during periods of inactivity. • External: a) Power supply cable from 3D Disto b) Power supply from mains supply with AC/DC adapter 3D Disto_009 • Power supply with AC/DC adapter. EU, US, UK and AUS adapter plug-ins avail- able.
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• Power supply from 3D Disto by cable: > 5 V, 2.5 A, length 2.00 m. The Control Unit can only be charged if the 3D Disto is charged more than 25%. 3D Disto , Description of the System...
3D Disto, Description of the System 3.4.3 RM100 Remote Control RM100 Remote The RM100 is equipped with one AA alkaline battery, 1.5 V. Control power supply 1. Push the battery cover in the direction of the arrow to open the battery compartment.
Software Concept 3D Disto system The 3D Disto software includes the central functions of the instrument: software • Several languages are integrated into this software. The preferred operating language can be chosen during the first setup or in the Setting menu.
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3D Disto, Description of the System Customised Customised software, specific to user requirements, can be developed using the application third-party software development environment. Further information is available on programs request from a Leica Geosystems representative. Software The application programs can be activated by starting the Demo mode or by entering...
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5. A Windows pop-up prompts to save the license key file. Save the file in the Licence folder on your Control Unit. Variations in 3D Disto Windows Software 1. Install 3D Disto software on your PC. 2. Start your internet browser and go to the MyWorld homepage. Register your product by entering the equipment number.
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3D Disto, Description of the System • Entering the licence key manually: 1. Press and go to Menu » Device » Software » License. 2. Enter the key, which you can get on the MyWorld webpage, and press OK. Activated application programs are available in the Applications menu.
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Unit and starts the download in case an update is needed. The process is a step- by-step wizard guided process. 5. Disconnect the Control Unit from the PC and start the installation in Menu » Device » Software » Update. 3D Disto , Description of the System...
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2. Choose the MyProduct page, choose the latest software version and press the Download key. 3. Save the file in the Update folder in the directory My Documents\Leica Geosystems\3D Disto and start the installation in Menu\Device\Software, Update.
User Interface Control Unit User input The 4.8" touch screen display is the main control device for the 3D Disto. It is used to navigate within the different applications and menus as well to control the 3D Disto. Certain functions can also be executed using the RM100 Remote Control.
3D Disto, User Interface 4.1.1 Screen All shown screens are examples. It is possible that local software versions vary from the standard version. Screen a) Result window with result choice key b) Title bar with Home key c) Toolbar d) 3D Disto position...
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These keys are displayed during all applications. Sketch area, alter- Displays measured points, lines and areas and correct position nating with View- of 3D Disto in relation to measured points - either in foot print finder or face mode. Viewfinder, alter- Shows 3D Disto’s live video stream used to target points over...
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3D Disto, User Interface Element Description Toolbar Contains application-specific tool keys. Status bar Displays status of scale/zoom, connections, batteries, time, running function mode, assistant support. Hourglass appears in case a process is running. For example while self-levelling, measurement, saving or exporting data.
4.1.2 Main Operation Bar Main operation bar Description description Opens the menu to start applications or to define settings. Starts measurement or layout of points. Opens, closes and locks Viewfinder. 3D Disto , User Interface...
3D Disto, User Interface 4.1.3 Toolbar Toolbar description Description Description Switch between the Tool- bars Subtract Start area or volume mode Generate result or close Undo or redo last command polygons Go one point backward Clear functions Go one point forward...
Indicates remaining battery capacity for the Control Unit. Indicates remaining battery capacity for the 3D Disto. Indicates USB connection between Control Unit and 3D Disto. Scale of sketch area and key to change zoom level. Indicates zoom level/magnification of Viewfinder.
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3D Disto, User Interface Various symbols in Icon Description results window Horizontal distance Tie distance Height, height difference Left angle Right angle Tilt Horizontal/tilted area Horizontal/tilted area perimeter Volume height/tilted volume height Volume/tilted volume...
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Room Scan result Icon Description symbols Circle size Point height Circumference Diameter Scan area Scan perimeter Projector result Icon Description symbol Distance between point and plane. 3D Disto , User Interface...
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3D Disto, User Interface Tool Kit result Icon Description symbols Perpendicular distance of a point to the reference line. 3D Disto_052 Distance from the reference line base point to the foot of perpendicular. 3D Disto_053...
RM100 Remote Control Description The RM100 Remote Control (IR) has five buttons that allow turning the 3D Disto and executing a distance measurement or point projection, depending on the application program running. The RM100 Remote Control does not support the Tool Kit applications.
+10°C to +20°C/+50°F to +68°F if possible. • It is normal for the battery to become warm during charging. When using the chargers recommended by Leica Geosystems, it is not possible to charge the battery if the temperature is too high. •...
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Discharge temperature is from -10°C to +50°C/14°F to +122°F. Inserting and removing the batteries Warning Using another type of battery or removing the battery socket on the 3D Disto or Control Unit is not permitted. To exchange please contact your distributor or Leica Geosystems representative.
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3D Disto_012 5. 3D Disto starts self-levelling: the tilt is checked by a tilt sensor and the instru- ment levels itself if the tilt is < 3°. Refer to "Description of buttons and LEDs", page 30 ff, for information about tilt status.
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Press to shut down the Control Unit. 8. Choose language. Choose time format (23:59/11:59 am-pm). Enter date and time. Choose units for slope, distance, and angle. Choose decimal separator. 9. Press to continue. 3D Disto , Instrument Setup...
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10. The following screen opens: 11. Choose a connection option: • connect to 3D Disto with USB cable, • WLAN to 3D Disto, When using WLAN connection the first time, first choose the USB connection and choose the WLAN connection manually in the menu settings.
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12. To work with a cable connection to 3D Disto plug in USB cable and press It is recommended to plug in the USB cable before turning on the 3D Disto, otherwise the instrument starts self-levelling procedure again if moved.
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Caution For advanced users only: If the tilt sensor is OFF the system does not compensate the tilt of the 3D Disto. All results that refer to a physically horizontal plane, for example tilt, height differences, horizontal distances, angles, areas, or volumes, now refer to the tilted horizon of the laser unit.
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14. Sketch area appears. System is ready for measurement. 3D Disto , Instrument Setup...
3D Disto, Instrument Setup Assistant There is an assistant available that will guide you through all measurement tasks with illustrated pop-ups. If not needed, it can be deactivated in Menu » Settings » Assistant.
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Examples* of supporting icons: Icon Description Measuring height activated Measuring “First Line” first point Measuring “First Line” second point Hidden Point Mode: measure first point Hidden Point Mode: measure second point Not all supporting icons are listed here. 3D Disto , Instrument Setup...
All settings on the setup screen can also be changed through the menu: Choose Menu » Device. • Connect 3D Disto to connect by WLAN, USB cable, or disconnect Control Unit. • WLAN channel to switch between different channels if connection does not work.
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Calibration to check and adjust. Refer to "9 Check & Adjust" for more informa- tion. • Software to update software, to check software version on the Control Unit and the 3D Disto or to enter/activate the software license key. Menu settings Press Menu » Settings, the following options appear: 3D Disto...
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3D Disto, Instrument Setup • Snap Radius to define the area around a point/line. This setting offers a list of points that are very close to each other to simplify their selection. • Assistant to activate/deactivate the assistant. • Units to change the unit settings.
Data Management 5.4.1 General File Manager The File Manager handles the entire data administration of measurement files, photos, Secure Points, and data transfer. 3D Disto , Instrument Setup...
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3D Disto, Instrument Setup Description of keys Description Description Close folder/File Manager View the selected element. Inactive at project folder level. Create a folder and enter a Data import folder name with maximum 15 characters. Date and ID are default name.
For some applications the File Manager will be started automatically. All files are displayed with individual icons to differentiate the type of meas- urement files: Description Description Standard measurement Open file/temporary file files Area measurement Room Scan file Volume measurement Projector file 3D Disto , Instrument Setup...
3D Disto, Instrument Setup 5.4.3 Photo and Secure Points Administration Description A folder for photos and Secure Points is created if a photo was taken and the meas- urement stored. If you want to delete a folder that contains Secure Points there will be the message Secure Points enclosed! Delete anyway? Yes/Cancel.
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• Press to choose a photo, press to open the file. • Press to view a photo. • Press to clear the selected or all photos. • Press to close gallery. 3D Disto , Instrument Setup...
Other USB memory sticks may be used, but Leica Geosystems recommends Leica industrial grade USB memory sticks and cannot be held responsible for data loss or any other error that may occur when using a non-Leica USB memory stick. Data import It is possible to import DXF files or table formats for some applications.
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PC connection. The Control Unit is now entirely controlled by the connected PC. Ensure Control Unit is not connected by USB cable to 3D Disto otherwise connection to PC is not working. 3. If connection is not working go to Menu and select Connect to PC.
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. Choose the file and press 4. When finished, unplug USB stick. Variations in 3D Disto Windows Software 1. Save the DXF file in the Import folder in the directory My Documents\Leica Geosystems\3D Disto. 2. Open File Manager. Press . Choose the file and press...
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2. Export data is generated and can be transferred to a connected PC or USB stick. USB Cable 1. Open File Manager, choose a folder or file and press . Connect powered Control Unit and PC by Micro-USB cable. 3D Disto_011 3D Disto , Instrument Setup...
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3D Disto, Instrument Setup 2. If connection is not working go to Menu Device and select Connect to PC. 3. After successful connection, a pop-up window with the Export folder appears at your PC screen. 4. Copy the files to the PC and close the window.
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USB stick unless you repeat the export function. Variations in 3D Disto Windows Software 1. Open File Manager, choose a file and press 2. Export data is transferred to the Export folder in the directory My Docu- ments\Leica Geosystems\3D Disto on your PC.
3D Disto, Instrument Setup Calculator 1. Tap on the result in the Using calculator results window to work with this value.
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To save a certain value to the memory: Click MC to clear memory, enter value and press M+. To save the value as a negative value press M-. 5. Press Cancel to close the window again. Calculation will not be saved in the running measurement file after closing. 3D Disto , Instrument Setup...
Measurements Description The 3D Disto is a combination of a precise laser distance metre (LDM) and angle encoders. Targeting with the visible red laser beam allows measurement of the distance between the 3D Disto and the target and of horizontal and vertical direc- tions towards the target.
Viewfinder Description The 3D Disto has an integrated camera. It is accessible by and it shows the camera image directly on the Control Unit display. The crosshairs in the Viewfinder image allow precise targeting and measuring even if the laser beam is not visible, for example over long distances or because of bright backlight conditions.
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A lock symbol on a key indicates the lock mode. 2. Targeting: There are different options to target a measurement point: • Press the arrow keys on the screen for targeting, hold for fast 3D Disto turns and short taps for single step turns.
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They are stored with name, point ID, date, and time information. 8. Press in dark conditions to change Viewfinder picture to edge mode. Edges and corners will be highlighted in black. Only available in Microsoft Windows version. 3D Disto , Operation...
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• Plumb up: This option can be used to plumb up a point by setting up the 3D Disto exactly over it. Just mark a cross on the floor. Ensure that the lines of the cross are at exactly 90° to each other and long enough to be seen when setting up the instrument above.
Measurement Workflow Description The Measure application allows determination of horizontal distances, tie distances, height differences, heights, angles, areas, volumes, slopes, or perimeters indoors but also outdoors on buildings and sites. Measurements step-by-step 3D Disto_050 3D Disto , Operation...
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3D Disto, Operation To measure for example a room's dimension, carry out the following steps: 1. Start-up the system as described in "5.1 Start-up Procedure". 2. The following screen appears: 3. To target the first point, for example a corner, press and use the arrow keys or another method as described in "6.2 Viewfinder", to move the laser point...
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4. Press to measure. Measured point appears in the sketch area. The position of the 3D Disto symbol in the sketch changes in correct relation to the measured point. The first measured point is always displayed on the left side of the sketch area.
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3D Disto, Operation 6. After the third point is measured a proposed "closing line" appears between the first and last measured point. The selected line is always highlighted with a bold line and an arrow in the direction of measurement.
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9. Proceed as described previously to measure the ceiling. 10. Press to undo the last command. 11. Press to redo the last command. 12. Press to clear measurements and results. 13. Press to choose between save, save as, clear screen, close measurements without saving. 3D Disto , Operation...
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3D Disto, Operation It might be better to organise the measurements in different folders to keep the amount of data in one folder at a meaningful limit for both working and for export.
This is a feature to determine results, not to draw a line. between arbitrary key of the Toolbar only accepts a line proposed by the system. points With the Line drawing between arbitrary points feature two points can be connected that were not measured in sequence. 3D Disto , Operation...
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3D Disto, Operation 3D Disto_047 1. Select point. 2. Keep finger or stylus 3. Release touch screen on screen and slide to when dotted line desired point. changes to dashed line. Results between these two points are displayed in the results...
The first selected line or area is highlighted with black bullet step-by-step symbol. 3. Select next element and press for addition/subtraction again or close the sum and/or finish the adding/subtracting function. 3D Disto , Operation...
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3D Disto, Operation 4. The added/subtracted elements get a icon. 5. The sum is displayed in the results window. Addition and 1. Press , target and measure the first two points with subtraction during You have to measure two points before...
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(line) or continue measuring if you would like to skip a point distance to be added/subtracted. 6. Proceed until ready to close the sum and/or finish the adding/subtracting func- tion. Then press 3D Disto , Operation...
3D Disto, Operation Area & Volume Calculations Description The 3D Disto can also help determine areas and volumes. Both can be determined during or after measuring. 1. Press and choose 2. A pop-up offers the choices horizontal area/volume, tilted area/volume, or quit the application.
The height appears in the results window. You can measure the points anywhere on the floor or ceiling area. 7. Enter height: Default for the entry is 0.000 m. Enter a desired value and press OK or Cancel. 3D Disto , Operation...
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3D Disto, Operation 8. Cancel: the result is an area. 9. To change the height or to calculate the volume with a selected area press and proceed as described in steps 3. to 4. Calculation after 1. Select line to be added to area and press measurement 2.
• The results window shows the tilted area, tie distances, tilt perimeter, and tilt of the plane. • An arrow in the tilted area shows the tilt direction. Volume calculation is also possible for tilted areas. 3D Disto , Operation...
Tools: Software license protected application featuring a Tool Kit with smart measuring and set-out tools and Location routine to easily and correctly check and relocate the position of the 3D Disto. • Room Scan: Provides practical features to measure room dimension, walls, windows, stairs, and other details with reference height, manually or automatically.
A pop-up offers to continue with the same reference or to measure a new one. Data is not stored and cannot be imported or exported. Remote Control functionality is not supported in these applications. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
3D Disto, Software Applications 7.2.1 Comfort Plumbing Description Comfort plumbing allows plumbing any point up or down without standing above it. This tool can be very helpful for installation of drywall. 3D Disto_038 Comfort plumbing 1. Start application in Menu » Applications » Tool Kit.
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5. Viewfinder stays open. Roughly target expected plumb and press 6. If plumb is found the laser flashes to indicate the exact position. Refer to "8 Error Messages" for information about possible error messages. 7. Press to close Tool Kit. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
3D Disto, Software Applications 7.2.2 Comfort Targeting Description Comfort targeting allows laying out a point relative to a reference point on vertical surfaces. This tool can be very helpful to install lights or pictures at regular distances on walls. 0.500 m 2.000 m...
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Press OK to confirm the value. Refer to "8 Error Messages" for information about possible error messages. 7. 3D Disto turns and lays out the correct position. 8. Laser point flashes to indicate exact position. 9. Press to close Tool Kit.
3D Disto, Software Applications 7.2.3 Comfort Level Description Comfort levelling keeps the laser point at the same level when you turn the 3D Disto horizontally. This tool can be very helpful for the installation of suspended ceilings or to mount...
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5. Viewfinder stays open. Roughly target the assumed layout point and press Laser point flashes to indicate the exact height position. Refer to "8 Error Messages" for information about possible error messages. 6. Press to close Tool Kit. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
3D Disto, Software Applications 7.2.4 Metre Mark Description The Metre Mark tool refers to a metre mark or reference height and allows laying out any desired height. This tool can be very helpful to mark the metre mark at several places in a room or...
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7. Viewfinder opens. Roughly target close to expected absolute height on the wall. Press 8. Laser point flashes to indicate the exact position of the absolute height. Refer to "8 Error Messages" for information about possible error messages. 9. Press to close Tool Kit. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
3D Disto, Software Applications 7.2.5 Height Tracking Description Height Tracking allows determination of the height of a target that cannot be meas- ured directly. This tool can be very helpful for measuring the height of a tree or power lines.
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3. Viewfinder opens. Target and measure a reference point at the same horizontal distance as the point you would like to measure indirectly. Do not move the 3D Disto horizontally too much after reference point has been measured, otherwise the result will be incorrect.
3D Disto, Software Applications 7.2.6 Parallel Line Description Parallel line allows laying out lines parallel to a reference line on walls, floors, or tilted surfaces. This tool can be very helpful to align tiles or drywall profiles.
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5. Viewfinder opens to roughly target layout point. Press . Laser point flashes to indicate the exact position on the parallel. All points have to be measured on the same surface. 6. Press to close Tool Kit. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
If you want to continue a measurement in the same room at a later time and secure step-by-step the current position of the 3D Disto and the measurement geometry, you can measure and save Secure Points. You have to measure two points first before Secure Points can be saved.
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4. 3D Disto takes a photo and saves it with coordinates, labelled with ID and date. 5. Pop-up prompts Measure more Secure Points? Yes/No. 6. Proceed as before and measure at least three Secure Points. After saving a minimum of three points you may leave the application by choosing No.
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3D Disto, Software Applications 1. Press Menu » Applications » Location » Relocation. 2. A pop-up prompts you to define the tolerance. Press OK to confirm the value. A lower tolerance increases the accuracy of your measurements and requires precise aiming and visibility of the Secure Points.
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6. Viewfinder opens. Target the target mark shown in the photo as precisely as possible and press The first two Secure Points should be far apart from each other. 7. If successful, pop-up appears Measure next Secure Point? Yes/Cancel. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
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Measure more Secure Points? Yes/No/Cancel. 10. Press Yes to continue and proceed as described in 4. to 7. 11. Press No to finish. Pop-up prompts, 3D Disto shift ok; Position: XXXm; Height: XXXm; OK/Cancel. Accept with OK or Cancel to measure further points.
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If there are no Secure Points in the memory, no Location Check is possible. 2. If Secure Points are available, select Secure Point and press . The 3D Disto will target the Secure Point automatically. Check laser point position with target mark. Proceed that way for checking further points.
3D Disto, Software Applications Room Scan General This application program measures room dimensions, including details. For these measurements several additional features are available: • Reference height • Automated room profile scan • Single point measurement (position and height) • Coordinate export •...
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Ideal for measuring rooms with non-square corners or curved walls, inaccessible points, slopes or areas, and to measure the position of details like sockets or pipes. 3D Disto_040 3D Disto , Software Applications...
3D Disto, Software Applications 7.4.1 Manual Measurement Manual 1. Press Menu » Applications » Room Scan. measurement 2. Pop-up prompts to enter and measure reference height. step-by-step Enter the value and press OK. 3. Viewfinder opens. Target the reference height* and press Except when continuing existing measurements, for example relocation where reference height is neglected.
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Please note that Toolbar changed: for scan functions, to switch between footprint and face views, to close polygon, and to clear lines between points. Unlike in standard measuring mode, single points without line connections can be measured and cleared. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
3D Disto, Software Applications 7.4.2 Unfold Mode Description Room Scan allows switching the view in the sketch area from foot print to face mode. This option is active when a line is selected. Unfold mode step- 1. Select a horizontal line between two points.
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5. When measurements are finished, switch to foot print view by pressing again to unlock. An automatically generated scan line can be unfolded as well. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
3D Disto, Software Applications 7.4.3 Auto Shapes Circle tool The circle tool’s purpose is mainly to draw a circle on points like sockets or holes. 1. Target and measure a point and activate circle function by a long tap on the point in the sketch area. Pop-up opens...
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2. Enter the value and press OK. Circle is drawn around the chosen point. 3. To clear the circle, enter 0 as value for diameter or press 4. The results window contains radius, circumference and size of the circle. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
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3D Disto, Software Applications Rectangle tool This tool only works when changing the perspective to face mode and allows meas- urement of a diagonal and generation of a rectangle, for example to measure windows. 1. Press to change perspective to face view.
3. Viewfinder opens. Target the reference height* and press 4. Press to start scan. 5. Pop-up prompts to select horizontal or vertical scan. Except when continuing existing measurements, for example Relocation where reference height is neglected. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
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3D Disto, Software Applications Room Scan, 1. Viewfinder opens to target and measure start point. Horizontal scan 2. Pop-up prompts to define scan direction step-by-step right/from ... to/left. Right for 360° clock- wise, between a defined interval, left for 360°...
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Toolbar changes. 6. Press to change scan spacing, skip the rest of the scan, continue scan, or cancel scan. 7. Press to skip a scan point that you do not need or that causes problems. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
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3D Disto, Software Applications 8. If scan is finished pop-up prompts Ready. Edit Scan? Yes/No. 9. If Yes: New Toolbar appears, e.g. to measure missing points with DIST or delete unneeded points with Trash key Symbol. Press to select points.
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3. If you choose from ... to, Viewfinder opens to measure end point before spacing can be defined. Press 4. 3D Disto starts scan at the start point. Proceed as described in "Room Scan, Hori- zontal scan step-by-step", page 132 ff.
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2. Pop-up prompts to define measurement direc- tion up/from ... to/down followed by spacing of measurement points. If you choose from ... to 3D Disto starts scan at the start point. 3. Proceed as described in "Room Scan, Horizontal scan step-by-step", page 132 ff.
This application projects points or geometrical grids onto a horizontal, vertical, or sloped (= “free”) plane. Design data in DXF or table format can be imported or a grid’s geometry can be entered manually. Projecting grid points is ideal when installing suspended ceilings. 3D Disto_049 3D Disto , Software Applications...
4. Measure your reference area and press to finish measurement. Ensure the 3D Disto will not be moved unintentionally, for example by bumping. Otherwise all following measurement or grid points will no longer fit with the geometry of the previous points. Start a Location Check to sustain the actual accuracy/geometry.
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Column and row spacing must be > 10 cm. 3. Use last: last grid is used for projection. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
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3D Disto, Software Applications 1. Aligner opens with Projector, measured reference Aligner step-by- area including grid step points. The Toolbar changes. The level icon in the results window shows the tilt of the projection plane. 2. Each point and line can be selected by fingertip or stylus.
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Choose between measuring P3 or enter space for a right-angle axis. If measuring P3, Viewfinder opens to target and measure with P3 must be in line with P1 and far apart, as shown in illustration. 3D Disto , Software Applications...
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3D Disto, Software Applications 5. If you select enter, pop-up prompts to enter grid points spacing. 6. The grid geometry is displayed in a pop-up. 7. If grid is ok, choose yes and layout mode starts. If grid is not ok, proceed as described in 2. to 7.
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CSV. Be sure that the format and the list sepa- rator corresponds to Menu - Settings - Import/Export. 3. 3D Disto checks and prepares the file. Avoid unnecessary data in the DXF file to be imported. There is no layer selection and only points of lines are imported (not the lines).
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3D Disto, Software Applications 4. After successful import, Aligner opens and reference area and DXF data are displayed. 5. For alignment and layout of points proceed as described from 4., page 140. In Import mode you have the additional option of connecting two points by a line...
Short key press on • Each arrow key selects the neighbouring point, turns the 3D Disto and starts the iterative measurement. Press once to activate the remote control and a second time to execute the command. 3D Disto...
Working range was exceeded. Invalid measurement. Change 3D Disto's position or use ruler for offset points. Repeat and do not move the ruler between both measurements. In some cases the Offset Point tool can not be used. Restart 3D Disto if the problem persists.
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Storage device does not work properly. Check file condition and content. File or Folder write-protected or damaged. Sensor error. Contact your distributor or Leica Geosystems repre- sentative if the error repeats. The reflected laser signal is too low. The reflected laser signal is too high.
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Advice Execute Location Check to retain accuracy! 3D Disto tilt is over 3°. Set up horizontally! Check 3D Disto, check for obstacles interrupting WLAN connection, or move towards sensor. Check connection and cable. Plug in cable or choose "WLAN" in the menu.
All calibration settings can also be reset to factory default. Every angle measured during daily work is corrected automatically if the tilt sensor is activated and the 3D Disto is set up between 0° and 3°. 3D Disto , Check & Adjust...
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3D Disto, Check & Adjust During the manufacturing process, the instrument errors are carefully determined and set to zero. As mentioned previously, these errors can change and it is highly recommended to redetermine them in the following situations: • After rough or long transportation •...
3. Viewfinder opens. Place a target mark at a distance > 25 m. Now aim at the target mark as precisely as possible. Press when the red laser spot is exactly on the target. 3D Disto , Check & Adjust...
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3D Disto, Check & Adjust 4. Viewfinder stays open and red crosshairs are displayed. Move crosshairs to the centre of target mark as precisely as possible with the arrow keys. Press again. 5. If in tolerance, pop-up appears with Set new: x=...px; y=...px, Reset to factory default, or Cancel calibration.
Tilt sensor calibration followed by crosshairs calibration is recommended before starting V-Index calibration! Refer to "9.4 Tilt Sensor Calibration" and "9.2 Crosshairs Offset". Before calibration: After calibration: 3D Disto_031 3D Disto_032 a) Height error b) Vertical angle offset 3D Disto , Check & Adjust...
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3D Disto, Check & Adjust 1. Set up the 3D Disto close to a wall with a steep target of Adjustment good visibility that is at least 15 m above the sensor. step-by-step 2. Press 3. Viewfinder opens. Target as precisely as possible.
This can be detected when the heights or height differences of measured points appear incorrect, for example Go to Horizon turn command or plumbing does not work properly. Before calibration: After calibration: 3D Disto_033 3D Disto_034 a) Tilt sensor offset 3D Disto , Check & Adjust...
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1. Press step-by-step 2. 3D Disto starts self-levelling automatically: the tilt is checked and the instrument levels itself if the tilt is < 3°. Pop-up prompts Don't touch 3D Disto about 1 minute! 3. If ok, pop-up prompts Calibration successful.
Reset to factory 1. Press settings step-by- 2. Pop-up appears Reset all calibration settings to factory default? Yes/No. step 3. If Yes: all user-defined calibration settings are reset to factory default without further request. 3D Disto , Check & Adjust...
If the PUK code was entered correctly, the PIN code is set to default value "0" and the PIN protection is deactivated. Contact your Leica Geosystems representative if you need a replacement PUK. Activate PIN code 1.
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2. Go to Menu » Device » Theft Protection. 3. Enter your PIN code and press OK to accept. 4. Press Off to deactivate. The instrument is no longer protected against unauthorised use. 3D Disto , Instrument Protection (Theft Protection)
Always carry the product in its transport container and secure it. Shipping When transporting the product by rail, air or sea, always use the complete original Leica Geosystems packaging, transport container and cardboard box, or its equiva- lent, to protect against shock and vibration. Shipping, transport...
100% charge can be stored for up to one year. After this storage period the batteries must be recharged. • After storage recharge batteries (Li-Ion) before using. • Protect batteries from damp and wetness. Wet or damp batteries must be dried before storing or use. 3D Disto , Care and Transport...
3D Disto, Care and Transport 11.3 Cleaning and Drying Lens and housing • Blow dust off lens and housing. of 3D Disto • Never touch the glass with your fingers. • Use only a clean, soft, lint-free cloth for cleaning. If necessary, moisten the cloth with water or pure alcohol.
The following directions should enable the person responsible for the product, and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards. The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them. 3D Disto , Safety Directions...
3D Disto, Safety Directions 12.2 Intended Use Permitted use • 3D measuring of distance, heights, grades, angles, area, and volume. • Manual and automatic measurement of room dimensions. • Automatic measurement of profiles. • Laying out points and designs, for example from blueprint.
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It is the task of the person responsible for the equipment to inform the user about hazards and how to counteract them. The product is not to be operated until the user has been instructed on how to work with it. 3D Disto , Safety Directions...
3D Disto, Safety Directions 12.3 Limits of Use Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation: not suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments. Danger Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardous areas, or in close proximity to electrical installations or similar situations by the person in charge of the product.
Manufacturers of The manufacturers of non Leica Geosystems accessories for the product are respon- non Leica sible for developing, implementing and communicating safety concepts for their...
3D Disto, Safety Directions 12.5 Hazards of Use Warning The absence of instruction, or the inadequate imparting of instruction, can lead to incorrect or adverse use, and can give rise to accidents with far-reaching human, material, financial and environmental consequences.
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When transporting or shipping batteries, the person in charge of the product must ensure that the applicable national and international rules and regulations are observed. Before transportation or shipping contact your local passenger or freight transport company. 3D Disto , Safety Directions...
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3D Disto, Safety Directions Warning Using a battery charger not recommended by Leica Geosystems can destroy the batteries. This can cause fire or explosions. Precautions: Only use chargers recommended by Leica Geosystems to charge the batteries. Warning High mechanical stress, high ambient temperatures or immersion into fluids can cause leakage, fire or explosions of the batteries.
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Product specific treatment and waste management information can be downloaded from the Leica Geosystems home page at http://www.leica-geosystems.com/treat- ment or received from your Leica Geosystems dealer. Warning Only Leica Geosystems authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these products. 3D Disto , Safety Directions...
3D Disto, Safety Directions 12.6 Laser Classification Integrated The Leica 3D Disto produces a visible laser beam which emerges from the front of distance metre the instrument. It is a Class 2 laser product in accordance with: • IEC60825-1: 2007 "Radiation safety of laser products"...
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Class 2 Laser Product according to IEC 60825-1 pursuant to Laser Notice Nr. 50, ( 2007-03 ) dated June 24, 2007 Po ≤ 1.00 mW λ = 620 - 690 nm 3D Disto_041 a) Laser beam 3D Disto , Safety Directions...
Warning The 3D Disto conforms to the most stringent requirements of the relevant standards and regulations. Yet, the possibility of it causing interference in other devices cannot be totally excluded.
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Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that the product may be disturbed by very intense electromagnetic radiation, for example, near radio transmitters, two-way radios or diesel generators.
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Although the product meets in combination with radio or digital cellular phone devices recommended by Leica Geosystems the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment may be disturbed or that humans or animals may be affected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for compli- ance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 3D Disto , Safety Directions...
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3D Disto, Safety Directions SAR information FCC Radiation Exposure Statement The radiated output power of the instrument is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the instrument should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimised. To avoid the...
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Labelling 3D Disto Equi.No.: 123456789012 S/N: 12345678 12345678 SWISS Technology by Leica Geosystems Art.No.: 772171 Power: 24V / 2.5A IC: 3177A-3DDISTO FCC ID: RFF-3DDISTO Patents: WO 9427164, WO 0216964, WO 03008909, WO 0244754, EP 1195617, WO 9818019 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:...
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3D Disto, Safety Directions Labelling Control Unit Art.No.: 123456 123456 S.No.: PC102302494 102302494 3D Disto_044 Labelling RM100 Type: RM100 Remote Control Art.No.: 780994 Power: 1.5V / 0.4A Leica Geosystems AG CH-9435 Heerbrugg Manufactured: 1 0 0 3D Disto_043...
12.9 Conformity to National Regulations Hereby, Leica Geosystems AG, declares that the instrument is in Conformity to compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant National provisions of applicable European Directives. The declaration of Regulations conformity may be consulted at http://www.leica-geosystems.com/ce.
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3D Disto, Safety Directions • The conformity for countries with other national regulations not covered by the FCC part 15 or European directive 1999/5/EC has to be approved prior to use and operation.
3D Disto, Technical Data Technical Data Accuracy tie @ 10 m @ 30 m @ 50 m distance (3D) Combination of angle and ca. 1 mm ca. 2 mm ca. 4 mm distance measurement Working range: Horizontal 360°, Vertical 250°...
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Control Unit: Touchscreen, ON/OFF button Memory capacity Flash memory: 32 GB Ports 3D Disto: USB Type B, power supply plug-in, power supply plug-in for Control Unit Control Unit: USB Type A, Micro-B, power supply plug-in 3D Disto , Technical Data...
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3D Disto, Technical Data Communication Type Description Data transfer USB: Type Micro-B and Type A, WLAN Wireless technology SD Card, range 50 m (depending on the environment), 11 channels Supported data formats Import: DXF, CSV Export: DXF, TXT, CSV, JPG...
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3D Disto: 2.8 kg Weight Control Unit: 0.33 kg Environmental Temperature specifications Type Operating temperature [°C] Storage temperature [°C] 3D Disto -10 to +50 -25 to +70 Control Unit -10 to +50 -25 to +70 Protection against dust, sand and water...
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3D Disto, Technical Data Range: 25 m (depending on environment and operation condi- RM100 Remote tions) Control Communication: Infrared (IR) Battery 1 AA, 1.5 V...
All rights reserved for changes (drawings, descriptions and technical specifications). To receive the three year warranty, the 3D Disto must be registered on our website https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com within eight weeks of the purchase date. If the product is not registered, a two year warranty applies.
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Leica Geosystems. Such software is protected by copy- right and other laws and its use is defined and regulated by the Leica Geosystems Software License Agreement, which covers aspects such as, but not limited to, Scope of the License, Warranty, Intellectual Property Rights, Limitation of Liability, Exclusion of other Assurances, Governing Law and Place of Jurisdiction.
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GNU public license Parts of the 3D Disto software are developed under GPL (GNU public license). The corresponding licenses can be found on the 3D Disto documentation CD in the direc- tory GPL licenses. For obtaining more information, please search for contact at www.leica-geosystems.com.
3D Disto , Index Index Tilted ............101 Assistant .............68 Abbreviations ............13 Automated Profile Room Scan ......131 Absolute height ..........111 Addition After measurement ........95 Battery During measurement ........96 Charging ............57 Adjustment First-time use ..........56 Crosshairs offset ......... 151 Brightness ............85...
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Components Documentation .............9 3D Disto ............29 User Manual .............9 Control Unit ........... 33 Drawing ............93, 143 RM100 Remote Control ........34 DXF ...............24, 77 Configuration ............66 Container contents ..........27 Electromagnetic compatibility ......174 Control Unit ............28 Electronic adjustment ........149 Components ..........
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Description of manuals ........9 JPG ..............77 How to use ............9 Validity of user manual ........9 Mass storage device ........76, 78 Keys ............. 47, 70, 145 Measurement ......23, 49, 82, 87, 124 Menu ............47, 66 Labelling 3D Disto ............179 Operating temperature ........185...
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Results ..............46 Pop-up ............39, 64 Results window ..........46, 52 Power supply Room Scan ........53, 102, 122, 131 3D Disto ............35 Ruler for offset points .........25 Control Unit ........... 36 RM100 Remote Control ........38 Profile ............... 131 Safety directions ..........163 Program ..............
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3D Disto , Index Sketch area ............46 Tie distance ...........15, 95 Slopes ............87, 123 Tilt ............19, 31, 58 Snap Radius ............68 Tilt sensor ............19 Software ..........39, 67, 102 Tilted area .............16, 98 Standing axis ............13 Tilting axis ............13...
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International Standards of Quality Management and Quality Systems (ISO standard 9001) and Environmental Management Systems (ISO standard 14001). Ask your local Leica dealer for more information about our TQM program. Patents: WO 9427164 WO 0216964...