Vectronix PLRF10 User Manual

Vectronix PLRF10 User Manual

Pocket laser range finder

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User Manual
PLRF10 / PLRF15
Pocket Laser Range Finder
English, Version 2.0
XI 2007

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  • Page 1 User Manual PLRF10 / PLRF15 Pocket Laser Range Finder English, Version 2.0 XI 2007...
  • Page 2 PLRF10/15 - Pocket Laser Range Finder Purpose of Equipment The PLRF10/15 is a pocket size, handheld, button operated laser rangefinder with an internal sighting optic and range display. For safe use of the device, please note the safety directions included in the User Manual.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Night vision device ............19 Contents PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 4 Quality system ............32 Contents PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 5: General Information

    • Changes and modifications to the device by the customer. • Use of third-party accessories not expressly approved by Vectronix AG. Inappropriate use brings the risk of Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance • injuries; Unaided eye ..... 0 meter •...
  • Page 6 • recharged; • mechanically modified; • placed in fire or heated above +85°C with the device. Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure. General Information PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 7: Care And Cleaning

    The device does not need Finger prints may be cleaned special care or cleansers. first by wiping with a damp cloth, followed by soft, clean optical tissue or chamois leather. Care and cleaning PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 8: Technical Data

    Dioptric setting ............>+2dpt to -4dpt Technical Data PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 9 Rangefinder PLRF10 PLRF15 Laser type: IR diode 905 nm 1550 nm Eye safety Class 1 Class 1 Standard IEC60825-1 Ed. 1.2 (2001-08) IEC60825-1 Ed. 1.2 (2001-08) Range Performance 5m - 2500m 5m - 3000m Specified Performance 1800m* 2500m* Accuracy (1σ) ±2 m...
  • Page 10 Data interface: ............RS 232 Technical Data PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 11: Getting Started

    "LobA", this indicates that the batteries are used up. You can still get readings, but the batteries need to be replaced. The "LobA" display may also appear under cold conditions, since low temperature reduces the performance of the batteries. Remove batteries before storing. Getting started PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 12: Diopter Adjustment

    Diopter adjustment Sight on an object farther than 100 m away and rotate the eyepiece to obtain a sharp image. Standard setting: 0 If the device is being used by different people, remember your personal diopter setting. Getting started PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 13: Reticle

    Line-point spacing: ....5 mils 1 mil corresponds to 1 m spacing at a distance of 1 km. Electronic reticle An illuminated aiming mark can be activated for the use under poor lighting conditions. Getting started PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 14: General Operations

    Key operation is indicated by key while the result is by means of the two keys. the following symbols: displayed. : function key press and hold key : distance key release key press and release key (click) Getting started PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 15: Distance Measurements

    Distance Measurements Factors affecting measurement range Size of the target Oblique surfaces Reflective properties Atmospheric conditions Vibration Lighting conditions Distance Measurements PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 16: Slope Distance

    Press and hold the distance Hold the instrument steady as mark. key. you release the key. The slope distance appears. If "- - - -" is displayed, the object lies outside the measuring range or the measuring conditions are poor. Distance Measurements PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 17: Multiple Object Measurement

    (see page 18) measurement. The order of the displayed A flashing display indicates that ranges is: strongest, second more than one distance has strongest and third strongest been detected. detected echo. Distance Measurements PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 18: Configuration

    The various functions Click the function key three The setting is not changed are described in detail times in rapid succession. when "OldC" is displayed. on the following pages. "ConF" appears for a short instant. Configuration PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 19: Measuring 3 Distances

    "ErOn" activates the electronic brightness, which is needed three distances in the line of aiming mark which is useful for only in combination with an sight with a single poor lightning conditions. attached night vision device. measurement (see page 17) Configuration PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 20: Night Vision Operation - Mount

    (see page 18, 19) adapter. vision device to infinity Set the diopter to "0". position. 2. Tighten the screw. Turn the eyecup inside out. 2. Attach the night vision device. 3. Adjust the eyepiece to suit your eyesight. Configuration PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 21: Night Vision Operation - Remove

    "ntOn" and the device is vision device (see page 18, 19). used in daylight 2. Turn the eyecup outside in. conditions, the message "ntOn" is displayed for a short instant. Configuration PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 22: Settings

    "m": Meter Click the function key two times "YArd": Yard The setting is not changed in rapid succession. "FEEt" Feet when "OldU" is displayed. "Unit" appears briefly. Settings PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 23: Distance Gate

    "OldC" is Click the distance key 3 times in displayed. Setting "OFF" disables the rapid succession. distance gate. "GAtE" is displayed "GAtE" appears briefly followed briefly when closer by the current setting. ranges are measured. (e.g. "OFF") Settings PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 24: Set Factory Settings - Reset To Default

    "Stor" - "dEF" - for reset appears. Night mode "off" "Stor" appears. Multiple object measure. "Off" If not done correctly, the Distance unit "meter" settings remain unchanged and Angular unit "degree" "Old C" is displayed. Interface setting "PC". Settings PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 25: Built-In-Test

    The distance key can be used Click the distance key six time to scroll through the test. in rapid succession. Keeping the distance key "bit" appears briefly, the built in pressed prolongs the display test starts automatically. time. Built-in-Test PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    “- - - -” is displayed after Distance is outside the Respect specified distance measurement specified range measurement range (see page 9) Object to small or inaccurately Respect factors affecting targeted measurement range (page 15) Bad weather conditions Troubleshooting PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 27 "ntOn" is displayed after a The device is used during Select "ntOF" in the measurement daylight conditions with "ntOn" configuration menu selected in the configuration (see page 18) menu Troubleshooting PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 28: Data Transfer

    3. Slide the plug carefully into cable. mechanism, the socket until the locking 3. pull back a little harder until mechanism engages the plug slips out of the socket 4. Attach the protection cap. Data transfer PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 29: Equipment

    Equipment Parts List Standard extent of delivery: Spare parts: PLRF10 / PLRF15 5 723 791 Eye cap 2 731 207 Rubberized cover 6 727 539 Battery cover 3 667 002 SEB51 lithium battery, 3V, 7 725 020 Lanyard CR123A (2x required)
  • Page 30: Accessories

    Accessories Optional: 1 706 271 SEV48 data cable to PC Night vision adapter PLRF (upon request) 3 664 868 SST3-1 mini-tripod, non magnetic 4 729 452 SST3-2 mini-tripod, non magnetic with pan/tilt head Equipment PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 31: Customer Service

    Our customer and information Copyright service will be glad to offer Without the prior written assistance if your instrument permission of Vectronix this requires maintenance, if it document may neither be sustains damage, or if you copied in part or whole by...
  • Page 32: Quality System

    Quality system SQS certification attests that Vectronix operates a quality management system that complies with international standards for quality and quality management systems (ISO 9001) and environmental management systems (ISO 14001). Total Quality Management - our commitment to total customer satisfaction. Ask your local Vectronix representative for more information about our TQM programme.
  • Page 33 Customer service PLRF10/15-2.0en...
  • Page 34 Vectronix AG CH-9435 Heerbrugg DOC Code: 902131-2.0en (Switzerland) Printed in Switzerland Telephone +41 71 726 72 00 Copyright by Vectronix AG, Fax +41 71 726 72 01 Heerbrugg, Switzerland, XI 2007 www.vectronix.ch...

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