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  • Page 1 ® RANGEFINDER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..................Page 1 About Leupold & Stevens, Inc...............Page 2 Accuracy ....................Page 4 How GX Rangefinders Work..............Page 5 GX Rangefinder Specifications ...............Page 8 Operation .....................Page 9 Cleaning/Maintenance ................Page 33 Warranty/Repair..................Page 34...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    GX Series digital laser ® rangefinder that has been crafted by Leupold’s engineers and designers to be the best rangefinder on the market, and to provide you with years of solid performance on the course. Following are instructions detailing the proper use and employment of your GX Series rangefinder.

  • Page 5: About Leupold & Stevens, Inc

    It’s a decidedly American story: in 1907, a young German immigrant named Fred Leupold set up a one-man shop at 5th and Oak Streets in Portland, Oregon, repairing optics for surveying equipment. The small company survived the First World War and the Great Depression.
  • Page 6 In fact, the firm’s founder established the clarity of purpose that we see at Leupold & Stevens, Inc. today: “We solemnly promise never to let down on quality, the customer is entitled to a square deal.”...

  • Page 7: Accuracy

    ACCURACY The ranging accuracy of the GX-5i series of rangefinder is +/- .5 yard/meter. The max- imum effective range depends upon a number of factors including lighting conditions and air quality, but the most important factor is the reflectivity of the target. For most objects, the maximum distance is 550 yards, while for highly reflective targets (such as pin prisms), distances of 700 yards can be obtained.

  • Page 8: How Gx Rangefinders Work

    HOW IT WORKS The Leupold GX-5i rangefinder emits a series of invisible, infrared energy pulses that are reflected off the selected target back to the optical unit. State-of-the-art circuitry and precision computing circuits are used to calculate the distance instantaneously by measuring the time it takes for each pulse to travel from the GX rangefinder to the object and back.
  • Page 9 SAFETY AND OPERATION PRECAUTIONS The Leupold GX-5i 6x22mm rangefinder employs an eye safe laser in their operation. Even so, there are a few precautions that are important to remember: • Do not depress the POWER button while aiming at a human eye or while looking into the optics from the objective side •...
  • Page 10 • When you see the display through the eyepiece, please be aware that the product is active and emitting an invisible laser and the laser aperture should not be pointed toward anyone GX-5i Display GX-5i Display...

  • Page 11: Gx Rangefinder Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS The GX-5i digital laser rangefinder provides a variety of useful modes to tailor performance to the conditions you experience in the field. Model features are identified on the following pages. GX-5i Magnification Inclinometer (Selectable for USGA rule 14-3) (True Golf Range ) (Selectable for USGA rule 14-3) ®...

  • Page 12: Operation

    OPERATION QUICK SET MENU ™ *GX-5i display shown with all possible characters visible...
  • Page 13 FOCUS MODE BATTERY The GX-5i has two buttons: POWER and MODE. When you initially press the POWER button, the display is activated and the unit is ready for ranging. Press the POWER button a second time to range, or hold the POWER button depressed to scan.
  • Page 14 Pressing and holding MODE for at least 2 seconds at any time will exit the Quick Set Menu, save all previous changes, and prepare the rangefinder for immediate use. To reset your GX-5i to factory settings, press POWER to activate the unit.
  • Page 15 FOG MODE The Fog Mode can be used in foggy/rainy conditions to screen out false readings from raindrops or other atmospheric interference to provide an accurate range. Fog Mode changes the algorithm to look for the “last” target. To increase ranging accuracy always range the ground around the pin/flag when Fog Mode is on.
  • Page 16 Fog Mode off during normal ranging to enable easy location of the pin/flag. TGR TECHNOLOGY: Use of the GX-5i for tournament play is permitted when Local Rule is in effect (see USGA Decision 14-3/0.5), and TGR is turned off.
  • Page 17 TRUE GOLF RANGE (TGR) True Golf Range is an adjusted range that will compen- sate for uphill shots that play long and downhill shots that play short. TGR is calculated from the line of sight distance, incline or decline, current temperature and altitude, and will display the adjusted range the golfer should play to.
  • Page 18 NOTE: Turning TGR off will also disable the Club Selector and inclinometer display; all distance readings will be line-of-sight measurements. TO ACTIVATE TGR: 1) Press POWER to activate the rangefinder. 2) Press and hold MODE for at least 1 second and then release to enter the Quick Set Menu;...
  • Page 19 DAY OF PLAY TEMPERATURE INPUT (dP) Temperature is one of the factors used to determine TGR ranges; inputting the current temperature will increase the accuracy of your TGR measurement. The default temperature setting is 75 degrees F (25 degrees C). NOTE: If yards is selected as the desired measurement output, the temperature will automatically be measured in Fahrenheit.
  • Page 20 MANUALLY INPUT THE DAY OF PLAY TEMPERATURE: 1) Press POWER to activate the rangefinder. 2) Press and hold MODE for at least 1 second and release to enter the Quick Set Menu. 3) Verify that TGR is turned on; if TGR is not activated, you will not be able to enter the current temperature, see “To Activate TGR:”...
  • Page 21 DAY OF PLAY ALTITUDE INPUT (dP) Altitude is one of the factors used to determine TGR ranges; inputting the local elevation/altitude will increase the accuracy of your TGR measurement. The default altitude setting is 1000 feet, and will be shown in the lower portion of the display.
  • Page 22 5) While the “Alt” is flashing, press and release POWER to change the current altitude setting to match current conditions; each depression of POWER will increase the altitude setting by 500 feet until 9999 has been reached, at which time the setting will return to 0 and begin increasing again.
  • Page 23 CLUB SELECTOR NOTE: If TGR is not activated, you will not be able to use the CLUB SELECTOR function. When TGR is activated, the Club Selector function recommends the proper iron for the current distance, shot angle, environmental conditions, and multiple other factors.
  • Page 24 TO ACTIVATE CLUB SELECTOR: 1) Press POWER to activate the rangefinder. 2) Press and hold MODE for at least 1 second and then release to enter the Quick Set Menu. 3) Verify that TGR is turned on; if TGR is not activated, you will not be able to enter club selections.
  • Page 25 NOTE: Though we strongly recommend inputting the specific distances obtained with each of the irons mentioned above, the specialized algorithms used by the GX-5i will make logical assumptions about the remaining club(s) if specific distances are not known for...
  • Page 26 YARDS/METERS MODE NOTE: “SET UP” will briefly flash before transition to YARDS/METERS. This mode allows you to toggle between yards or meters for the measurement output unit. When set to Yards mode, all temperature settings will be in Farenheit. When set to Meters mode, all temperature settings will be in Celsius. TO CHANGE FROM YARDS TO METERS: 1) Press POWER to activate the rangefinder.
  • Page 27 5) To save the changes and return to ranging mode, let the unit sit idle for a least 30 seconds until an automatic power-down occurs, or simply press and hold MODE for at least 2 seconds. NOTE: If yards is selected, the temperature will automatically be measured by Fahrenheit.
  • Page 28 CLUB SELECTOR SETUP (SU) NOTE: You cannot input a distance value less than or equal to the previous club. For example, if you choose 155 yards for your 8-iron, the lowest available distance for your 6-iron will be 160 yards. 1) Press POWER to activate the rangefinder.
  • Page 29 last saved distance, until 200 yards (185 meters) has been reached. Once 200 yards (185 meters) has been reached, it will reset to 60 yards (55 meters), and start over again. When the appropriate distance is displayed, press MODE. The 6-iron indicator will be shown in the upper display, and either the last saved distance or 8-iron distance plus 20 yards will be shown in the lower display.
  • Page 30 8) The 4-iron indicator will be shown in the upper display, and either the last save distance or 6-iron distance plus 20 yards will be shown in the lower display. If you wish to input a distance other than the one shown, proceed to step 9. To save the shown distance for your 4-iron, let the unit sit idle for at least 30 seconds until an automatic power-down occurs, or simply press and hold MODE for at least 2 seconds.
  • Page 31 INPUT THE TEMPERATURE AND ALTITUDE AT WHICH THE CLUB SELECTOR SETUP WAS MEASURED. Once the striking distances have been input, press MODE and follow the steps below: The last saved Temperature will be flashing in the bottom portion of the display. If you wish to input a temperature other than the one shown, proceed to step 2.
  • Page 32 mode, let the unit sit idle for at least 30 seconds until an automatic power-down occurs, or simply press and hold MODE for at least 2 seconds. To continue through the Quick Set Menu and manipulate another feature, press and release MODE until the appropriate mode is displayed.
  • Page 33 SELECTABLE RETICLES This mode is used to choose from any one of 3 preloaded aiming reticles for your GX series digital laser rangefinder. HOW TO CHOOSE A PARTICULAR AIMING RETICLE/CROSSHAIR: 1) Press POWER to activate the rangefinder. 2) Press and hold MODE for at least 1 second and then release to enter the Quick Set Menu.
  • Page 34 PRISM LOCK BEEP Prism Lock is always activated and will automatically detect the presence of prisms in course features when scanning at a distance of 30 yards or greater. When using Scan Mode to range a course feature with integral prisms, your GX rangefinder by default, will produce an audible beep and the Prism Lock bracket will be displayed along with the measured distance.
  • Page 35 4) While the word “bEEP” is displayed press and release POWER as necessary until the word “OFF” is displayed. Press MODE to save the changes. NOTE: Prism Lock works best in Scan Mode while pressing and holding the POWER button.

  • Page 36: Cleaning/Maintenance

    Leupold LensPen). To remove fingerprints, water spots or tougher dirt, use a soft cotton cloth or the cleaning end of the Leupold LensPen. A lens tissue with lens cleaning fluid may be used for more stubborn dirt. Always apply cleaning fluid to the cleaning cloth, never directly to the lens.

  • Page 37: Warranty/Repair

    Archery Rangefinders, Leupold Thermal Optics, and other Leupold electronic prod- ucts. This warranty lasts for two-years from the date of purchase. For complete warranty details visit leupold.com/leupold-core/leupold-dna/lifetime-guarantee. In the event of a need for service or repair, please contact Leupold Product Service at: leupold.com BY PARCEL SERVICE:...
  • Page 38 Leupold & Stevens, Inc. All marks, including corporate logos and emblems, are subject to Leupold’s rights and may not be used in connection with any product or service that is not Leupold’s, or in any manner that disparages or discredits Leupold, or in a manner likely to cause confusion.
  • Page 40 Part # 172443 Artwork # 172447C...

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