Mode Control ................12 Daily Test Initiation ..............13 HUD Brightness Control .............13 Rear Panel Display Backlight ............13 Volume Control ................13 Weather/Obstruction Control ............14 Menu/Exit Menu ................14 Up and Down Arrows ..............15 Enter Button ................15 DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
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Direction Filter ................26 Differential Distance: LIDAR in Metric Units (KPH) ....26 Timed Distance Mode ..............27 Load Defaults ................. 30 ECCM Control ................. 30 Input / Output Port ................ 30 DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
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Alignment Test ................32 Certification ..................33 Maintenance and General Care ............33 Cleaning ..................33 Storage ...................34 General Handling ................34 LIMITED WARRANTY ................35 Troubleshooting and Service .............37 Specifications ..................38 Appendix A – Cosine Effect ..............40 DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
® Introduction Thank you for purchasing a DragonEye Technology product. The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® is a high performance electro-optical product providing accurate speed and distance measurements custom designed for the law enforcement community. The LIDAR provides pinpoint target identification via its clear head up display targeting system and fast target acquisition using sophisticated, robust data processing algorithms.
® Notices and Precautions Caution: Class 1 Laser Product The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® is a Class 1 Laser product in accordance with U.S. 21CFR parts 1040.10 and 1040.11, which is safe for use in all intended operation modes. However, standard precautions should always be taken with laser products: ...
DragonEye Speed LIDAR® controls and features. The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® is a compact easy to use speed and distance measurement tool. The system has a four point rubber cushioning system to minimize the shock of unintended impacts.
Modes” section. Laser Fire Trigger The Laser Fire Trigger is used to turn-on the DragonEye Speed LIDAR® when the unit is off and to initiate laser firing when the unit is awake and ready. Simply click the trigger and the LIDAR will wake up and be ready to fire in a fraction of a second.
Modes. In Speed Mode the rear display will show KPH and M for Kilometers per Hour and Metres. In Range Mode the display will simply show “M” for range measured in Metres. DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
It will be switched off during targeting. Volume Control button toggles through the three volume levels for the audible target tracking indicator. The audio cannot be muted. DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
After the Menu button is pressed, the blue functions on the dual use buttons become active. After all settings have been selected, pressing again will exit the menu system. The general description of blue function buttons are as follows: DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
When the batteries reach the end of their capacity, the rear panel will display: Battery Voltage Critical Shutdown in 5 Seconds The unit will then automatically countdown to turn off. DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
Jam / ECM Attempt Indication The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® contains sophisticated counter measures to defeat LIDAR “Jamming” devices available in the consumer market place, while continuing to display accurate speed calculations.
Replace the end cap and screw clockwise until the cap is securely in place. Do not over tighten! Note: The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® is designed to use quality alkaline “C” cells from brand name manufacturers. The device also functions with rechargeable NiMH “C”...
If you haven’t used a HUD device before, it might take a minute or two for your eyes to adjust the first time. HUD Aiming Reticle (Note: Make sure the LIDAR’s brightness setting is on medium or high if working in daylight.) DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
This is your aim point for target vehicles. Roadside Setup When first learning to use the DragonEye Speed LIDAR®, it is best to select a straight stretch of roadway with a line of sight of 150 metres or more.(or follow your provincial program)
Both the HUD and the back panel will show a “-“ sign for receding vehicles.) The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® will continuously update the target’s speed reading at an approximate rate of 3 times per second as long as the trigger is depressed and the data quality is acceptable. While not required, it is recommended to track the vehicle for at least 1 second to establish robust confidence in the speed reading.
The last range reading in the display is locked when the trigger is released. Range readings are displayed in tenths of a DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
To select a particular Weather/Obstruction mode simply press the button. The rear panel will display the current mode of operation. Continue to press the button to toggle through the three modes selecting the desired mode as described below: DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
Toggle through the three modes using the button and stop on Obstruction Mode. Wait for a couple of seconds and the LIDAR will prompt you to “shoot the obstruction” or press the Menu DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
The display will give you the option to use the up/down arrows to set the range or “shoot object” to use the LIDAR’s range function to set the range limit. To manually set the range, simply DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
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“Load Defaults”. Press the Enter button to reset all user settings to default values. Note: The adjustable Maximum Range Menu may not be available on some units where jurisdictions may fix the maximum range allowed for the LIDAR devices. DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
Operator Manual ® Direction Filter The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® allows the user to set the system to display speeds on: 1) Only approaching Vehicles, 2) Only receding Vehicles or 3) Both approaching and receding vehicles. The default value is set for both approaching and receding vehicles.
Timed Distance Mode The Timed Distance Mode allows the LIDAR unit to be used to determine a vehicle’s average speed over a known distance between two visible reference objects along the roadway. DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
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To shoot the distances, simply aim at the longer range reference object first and pull the trigger to obtain a distance reading. Release the trigger to lock in the distance reading. If you are not satisfied DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
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The unit will display the average speed of the vehicle on the rear panel. To measure the average speed of additional vehicles, simply click the trigger once to clear the old reading and timer is re-armed for a new reading. DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
ECCM “Active” if it is not in use for a few hours, if the batteries are replaced, or if “Load Defaults” is selected. Note: While the DragonEye is fully functional with ECCM set to “Disabled”, the ECCM setting should be left in the “Active” state during normal operation to give the full protection against laser detectors and jammers.
However we recommend performing the following system checks before each shift that the operator is going to use the DragonEye Speed LIDAR ® for enforcement purposes. This will ensure operator confidence in the instrument:...
Infrared energy is contained within the aiming reticule and the Lidar will confirm the range selected to perform this test. The operator will again be prompted to press the button. DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
Maintenance and General Care Your DragonEye Speed LIDAR® is designed to keep performing with very little user maintenance. Besides replacing the batteries, there are no user serviceable parts and the unit should NOT be disassembled.
Avoid the use of acetone or ammonia. Storage When not in use, the DragonEye Speed LIDAR® should be stored in moderate temperature, dry environments. Avoid leaving the unit in excessively hot or cold areas such as the dashboard of a car in summer or in the trunk on extremely cold nights.
Operator Manual ® LIMITED WARRANTY We warrant that our DragonEye Speed LIDAR® System will be free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase by the original purchaser. If any defect is...
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PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND WARRANTIES IMPLIED FROM A COURSE OF DEALING, COURSE OF PERFORMANCE OR USAGE OF TRADE. THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR A WARRANTY CLAIM WILL BE THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF A UNIT. DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
2. Steady LIDAR for better aiming. Unit will not obtain readings at 1. Disable Weather Mode close ranges if on. 2. Disable Obstruction Mode if on. 3. Minimum Range in Speed Mode is 15 Metres. DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
Beam Divergence: 2.5 milliradians Laser Source: Diode, 905 +/- 10 nm Eye Safety: FDA CDRH Class 1 Temperature Range: -30° C to +60°C Power Source: Two C-cells; High Quality Alkaline or NiMH Rechargeable DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
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Canadian DragonEye Speed LIDAR Operator Manual ® Battery Life: Up to 32 Hours of Operation (Alkaline C- cell) Environmental: Waterproof to IP67 Additional Features: Timed Distance (Stopwatch) Mode Obstruction Mode Advanced Anti-Jamming ECCM DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
“Line V” is projected onto the LIDAR operator’s line of sight “Line O”. Using standard trigonometry, this projected motion can be shown to ΔO = ΔV x COSΘ Line V ΔV Θ ΔO Line O DragonEye Technology, LLC | Doc. 30508 Rev 02...
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