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PLEASE SEE BACK COVER FOR CONTACT
INFORMATION REGARDING REPAIRS AND
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P/N 40150-66-MPH
(For Version 6.70 and above)
Disclaimer: The information contained here is accurate and reliable to the best of our knowledge at time of printing and is subject
to change without notice. No responsibility is assumed by MPH Industries for use of this information. MPH Industries, its logo,
Laser Atlanta, its logo and Advantage™, ProFiler™, SmartCharger, SpeedProof™, wiDAR™, SmartAdaptor™ & SpeedLaser®
are trademarks of MPH Industries, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies. Patent Numbers
6,108,071; 7,286,955; 7,493,086 © 2012 MPH Industries, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Summary of Contents for MPH Industries SpeedLaser B
- Page 1 Disclaimer: The information contained here is accurate and reliable to the best of our knowledge at time of printing and is subject to change without notice. No responsibility is assumed by MPH Industries for use of this information. MPH Industries, its logo, Laser Atlanta, its logo and Advantage™, ProFiler™, SmartCharger, SpeedProof™, wiDAR™, SmartAdaptor™...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............5 NTRODUCTION Cautions: ................6 Capabilities ..............7 ..............9 ETTING TARTED Packing List ..............9 SpeedLaser Controls & Layout ........10 ® Battery Handle Power............ 12 Connecting a Handle ............. 13 To Power ON ..............14 To Power OFF .............. - Page 4 Appendices: Page # A: Troubleshooting / Error Messages B: Care and Maintenance C: SpeedLaser and Accessory Diagrams ® D: Measuring Surface Datum E: LIDAR Menu Tree Warranty Do not copy...
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Page 5: Introduction
CHAPTER 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the SpeedLaser . This rugged laser speed ® detection device integrates the latest in solid-state laser technologies to bring you hand-held, eye-safe laser speed and distance measurement. The SpeedLaser is a Class 1 eye safe, multi-function device generally ®... -
Page 6: Cautions
Any certifications included are void if the product is opened, altered, installed in other equipment or used for purposes other then intended by the manufacturer. Using any charger other than those supplied by MPH Industries will also void the certification. -
Page 7: Capabilities
Capabilities Performance • Target Acquisition in 0.3 seconds (Dependent on environment and reflective characteristics of target) • Speed Accuracy of one unit of measure Advanced Input-Output • Remote Fire trigger switch • Full Remote control via RS-232 port • Data Collection via RS-232 port Ease of Use •... - Page 8 Optional accessories, carrying cases and cords in a variety of styles are available. All four models of the SpeedLaser® use the same display and user interface. The four different keypads are shown below. Any feature or function shown on one display or key board is available on all models.
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Page 9: Getting Started
Chapter 2 Getting Started ACKING Please check to make sure the following items that were ordered are included in your shipment, such as: • ® SpeedLaser LIDAR Unit • Battery Handle (S, T & R only; optional on B) • Carrying Case •... -
Page 10: Speedlaser ® Controls & Layout
SpeedLaser Controls & Layout ® (Typical – wording may vary in different versions. Drawings are for illustration only.) LASER ATLANTA LLC S/N: 23456 NORCROSS, GA 30071 Class 1 Laser Product FIRE ENTER POWER BACK MENU ← A: Head Up Display (HUD) E: Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) B: HUD Sighting Reticle F: Keypad Keys C: HUD Character Display... - Page 11 I: Transmit Optics M: Battery Handle (most models) J: Receive Optics N: External Data/Charging Port K: Handle Trigger (Tripod mountable handle L: Handle Latch has data port on the side) O: Laser Warnings (Alternate Location Select Models Only) Do not copy...
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Page 12: Battery Handle Power
Unplug the charger from the wall. The batteries are charged. CAUTION! DO NOT: • Charge batteries with chargers not supplied by MPH Industries. • Short circuit the battery pins • Charge batteries for over sixteen (16) hours continuously... -
Page 13: Connecting A Handle
Connecting a Handle (All Models and B models equipped with handle mount) To install a handle onto the SpeedLaser ® Press the Handle Latch forward on the handle. Push the front of the handle into the front Handle Catch on the bottom of the SpeedLaser ®... -
Page 14: To Power On
Turning the SpeedLaser ON and OFF ® OWER Press and hold the PWR key located on the back of the ® SpeedLaser for approximately one second. NOTE: The hardware and software Built In Test (BIT) automatically runs when the unit is first powered ON. When BIT is completed successfully the LCD will display “SYSTEM READY.”... -
Page 15: Speed Measurement
Chapter 3 Speed Measurement ® When the SpeedLaser is first turned ON, it automatically and quickly runs the Built In Test (BIT) functions. To capture a speed, simply follow the procedure below when the BIT is complete. PEED ETECTION NOTE: Always verify operational procedures for Alignment Check. 1. -
Page 16: Approaching And Receding Targets
PPROACHING AND ECEDING ARGETS The SpeedLaser can measure the speeds of both approaching ® (oncoming) and receding targets. When the target is receding, a “-” sign will precede the speed displayed in the HUD and on the LCD. Example of an Approaching target Oncoming Target Oncoming... -
Page 17: Manufacturer's Recommended Daily Test
Manufacturer’s Recommended Daily Test In keeping with NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) and IADLEST (The International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training) guidelines general operational considerations for LIDAR Speed Measurement devices, the operator must perform the following accuracy checks prior to beginning enforcement operations: 1) Internal Circuit Check 2) LED Segment Test... - Page 18 ® The SpeedLaser hardware ONLY measures Time. Range and Speed are computed values derived from multiple time measurements by the firmware, which was checked for proper operation during BIT. The design and accuracy of the firmware was verified as part of the IACP certification and subsequent testing processes.
- Page 19 When the SpeedLaser is initially powered ON, it automatically and very quickly runs a hardware and software Built In Test (BIT). When successfully completed, the LCD screen will display “SYSTEM READY” or “Self Test Passed”. You are now ready to complete the following recommended daily tests, listed as #1 through #5, prior to conducting any enforcement activity.
- Page 20 4) Horizontal Sight Alignment Test a) Locate a vertical object (such as a utility pole) with open sky behind, preferably at a distance greater then 150 feet/45 meters. b) Aim to the left or right of the object, pull and hold the trigger/fire button.
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Page 21: User Settings
Chapter 4 User Settings NTENSITY AND ONTRAST ® The intensity/contrast of the SpeedLaser are set outside of the Menu system. Above each letter is a symbol that shows what the key function is outside of the menu. Before entering the menu you can activate the backlight, set the LCD contrast or set the HUD intensity. -
Page 22: The Menu System
MENU S YSTEM ® The SpeedLaser provides a number of user settable features to help the user in making range and speed measurements. These are accessible through sub-menus. The menu system is reached by pressing the MENU ® key located on the back of the SpeedLaser •... - Page 23 For each menu choice, on the outside left or right edge of the LCD is the letter matching the key to be pressed to activate the option. Between each key letter and its corresponding description is a symbol. The meanings of the symbols are as follows: >...
- Page 24 Notes Please note that the current settings are automatically saved when you turn the unit off and will not be lost even if the battery handle is removed after the unit is powered off. ® When the daily Test is run, the SpeedLaser automatically restores all common user settings to their factory default values.
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Page 25: Main Menu
Main Menu LIDAR MENU Pg 0 A>Test HUD<C B>Audio Options<D FIRE BACK MENU Action Turn On Select MENU MENU The Main Menu is the starting menu page for all user configurable functions. These functions are divided into four groups: • Test •... -
Page 26: Test Mode
Test Mode Performing the Daily Test (older versions use “Memory-OK” instead of “TEST PASS”. Both messages are functionally identical.) MENU A RESET & TEST Pg A RESET & TEST Pg A P/N YYYYY-EEEE vx.xx P/N YYYYY-EEEE vx.xx TEST PASS PWR:E---*F TEST PASS PWR:E---*F Units:ft,mph... -
Page 27: Audio
Audio Toggling the beeper tone ON and OFF MENU B (your unit shows one of these configurations) AUDIO MENU Pg B AUDIO MENU Pg B A:Off B:Valid Result A: Valid Result C:Quality Chirp B: Quality Chirp FIRE FIRE BACK MENU BACK MENU # Action... -
Page 28: Hud Mode
HUD Mode Auto Rotation Sets what information is displayed on the HUD (older versions do not have a choice of aiming as indicated by “d” in their display. Auto Rotate not available in all units.) MENU C HUD MENU Pg C A@Speed Mapping<C B:Range... -
Page 29: Aiming Menu
Mapping Select C to use the SpeedLaser® with the optional mapping accessories to map an Accident Scene. This sets the SpeedLaser® to compute ranges using the stationary range only algorithm found in the Advantage™ Mapping/GIS product. Aiming Pressing D selects the HUD Menu uses to control the appearance of the aiming reticle. - Page 30 Default Select D to display the small dot in the center that will be located in the center of laser beam and to display the original square gap reticle. The width of the laser beam matches the width of the gap in the center of the reticle. Do not copy...
- Page 31 AIMING MENU continued (diagrams below are indicative of the configurations) Crosshair Original Default Do not copy...
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Page 32: Obstructed Mode
Obstructed Mode Turning the Obstructed mode On / Off MENU D Upper case b: or c: indicates feature is available, instructions found in document: listed below: OPTIONS MENU Pg D A@Obstructed = OFF b:FtC (tm) = OFF FtC ™ see: 40378 c:Camera = OFF Camera see: 40379... -
Page 33: Appendices
APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES ® If you suspect your SpeedLaser is malfunctioning, please check the following items: Troubleshooting: Symptom: Possible Cause: SpeedLaser® will not power on Battery Handle not charged sufficiently; 12V DC coiled power cord not plugged in; Brass contacts on bottom of the unit need to be cleaned. -
Page 34: B: Care And Maintenance
APPENDIX B CARE AND MAINTENANCE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE General Care Considerations: • ® Transport the SpeedLaser in its carrying case • ® Occasionally clean the SpeedLaser Optics (see procedure below) DO NOT: • Point the SpeedLaser at the sun ®... - Page 35 P. HUD SEALING WINDOW R. RECEIVER OPTICS Q. TRANSMITTER OPTICS O. HUD COMBINER GLASS Do not copy...
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Page 36: C: Speedlaser ® And Accessory Diagrams
APPENDIX C SpeedLaser & ACCESSORIES ® Do not copy... -
Page 37: D: Measuring Surface Datum
Appendix D MEASURING SURFACE DATUM The measuring surface datum is located 4 inches/10cm back from the face of the glass front of the unit. (This location corresponds to the vertical center of gravity of the unit.) Do not copy... - Page 38 During this warranty period MPH Industries will make best commercially reasonable efforts to replace defective materials and correct faulty workmanship at no charge, provided the product is returned to MPH Industries within the warranty period. If MPH Industries is unable to replace defective materials or correct faulty workmanship, MPH Industries will replace the product at no charge if product replacement is available within a commercially reasonable timeframe.
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Page 39: E: Lidar Menu Tree
APPENDIX E LIDAR MENU TREE (note:based on your factory settings, box A will show either MPH or KM/H and Box B will show one of the two illustrated menu boxes depending on your units ) Do not copy...
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