Leica DISTO D510 Frequently Asked Questions Manual page 3

 Can the Leica DISTO™ D510 also be used to measure horizontal angles?
No, the integrated tilt sensor only measures vertical angles. If the device is held at a transverse tilt angle
greater than ±10° the display shows an info code "i156", which means that the device is required to be held
level (transversely).
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What is the measuring accuracy when using the direct horizontal measuring function?
For example, if a distance of 10 m is measured at an angle of 10°, the error on uncertainty on measurement
on the direct horizontal distance (fd) is 6 mm.
-> in order to have best results with the direct horizontal distance measurements, considering the deviation of
the tilt sensor, use the Leica DISTO™ D510 as flat as possible.
The horizontal distance error (fd) and the height error (fh) can be calculated as follows:
fd = horizontal distance error
fh = error in height
d = measured distance
a = angle at which the distance is measured
fa = possible angular error
fd = d * cos (a) – d * cos (a + fa)
fh= d * sin (a) – d * sin (a + fa)
Further information and a table of measuring accuracies you can find online in the FAQ under "Measuring
Accuracy".
 Which customer segment would find the Leica DISTO™ D510 of most use for everyday tasks?
The DISTO™ D510 is a great measurement tool for a wide range of target groups and is a superb device
that's especially designed for outdoor tasks. The device is particularly suitable, but of course not exclusively,
for the following users: Professions who measure (at least partly) outdoor: General Construction, Excavator,
Gardener / Landscaper, Roofer, Solar panel installer, Metal and glass construction, Painter, Real Estate,
Facility Manager, Architects, Innovative users.
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Can the historical storage memory of 30 values in the device be erased?
Yes, the memory in the device can be erased by pressing the delete button when in the memory. All memory
values will be deleted.
 Which batteries should I use for the Leica DISTO™ D510?
In general you can use any alkaline battery or any rechargeable batteries (2xAA). In the scope of delivery we
provide high quality Lithium batteries (not rechargeable) and we recommend to use such batteries or any
(NiMH) batteries. Lithium batteries or NiMH rechargeable batteries allow more than twice as many
measurements as with regular Alkaline batteries.
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Can I use the Leica DISTO™ D510 with rechargeable batteries?
Yes, it is possible to use with standard rechargeable batteries. The more powerful the charger system is, the
longer you can measure with the DISTO™. We offer a powerful charger system, which is ideal to use with
DISTO™: Leica universal quick charger with 2 Micro AA NiMH batteries. For more information, please check
our accessories.
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Can I enter a value that is constantly added / subtracted to my measured value? (Offset)
Yes, in the "Settings" you can go to the "Offset Icon" and enter a value that will constantly be added /
subtracted from your measured distance value. If an offset value is entered you will see the adequate symbol
- a triangle with plus or respectively minus - next to the laser symbol.
-> If you want to set the offset value back to zero, enter the setting "Offset" and reset it.
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