English CONTENTS Introduction Navigating the menus Read this first ...............4 Changing the internal display luminance (IL) ..13 SAFETY AND OPERATION PRECAUTIONS ....5 Changing the distance display unit (F1) ....14 Changing the measurement display mode (F2) .. 15 Getting to know the Laser Rangefinder Changing the target priority mode (F3) ....
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• If this product fails to operate following: correctly for any reason, discontinue use immediately and WARNING consult with a Nikon authorized • Do not press the PWR button while service representative. looking into the laser emission aperture. You may damage your...
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• Do not swing this product by the • Install the battery with the + and strap. You may hit others and with your local dealer or a Nikon – poles positioned correctly. authorized service representative cause injury.
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• Do not leave the MAIN BODY Symbol for separate collection applicable eyepiece in direct in European countries After gently removing dust with a sunlight. The This symbol indicates that this battery is blower, clean the body surface with a to be collected separately.
Getting to know the Laser Rangefinder Key features • Red internal display is easy-to-read This product uses an invisible laser beam for • Horizontal distance mode and actual distance measuring. It measures the time the laser beam mode can be easily switched takes to travel from the rangefinder to the target • Target Priority Switching System for measuring and back.
Internal display 1 Target mark : Aim at the target you want to measure. Position the target at the center of the mark. 2 Laser irradiation mark : Appears while the laser is being irradiated for a measurement. Do not look towards the objective lens side while this mark is shown.
Inserting/Replacing battery Type of battery 3V CR2 lithium battery ×1 Inserting/Replacing battery 1. Open the battery-chamber cover. Rotate the battery-chamber cover counterclockwise and remove it. 2. Insert the battery. To replace the battery, take out the old battery before inserting a new one. Follow the battery insertion mark inside the battery chamber to insert the + and - ends of the battery in the correct orientation (insert so that the - end faces outward).
Navigating the menus • Operating the MODE button There are two ways to press the MODE button. Operate the button while following the descriptions in this manual. - “Press and hold” means to continue pressing the button for 1.5 seconds or longer. - “Press”...
Changing the distance display unit (F1) For the display unit of the measurement results, select YD (yards) or m (meters). Factory default setting is YD (yard). 1. Press the PWR button to turn on the Laser Rangefinder. 2. Press and hold the MODE button. 3.
Changing the measurement display mode (F2) Horizontal distance mode and actual distance mode can be switched. Factory default setting is horizontal distance mode. 1. Press the PWR button to turn on the Laser Rangefinder. 2. Press and hold the MODE button. 3.
Changing the target priority mode (F3) This Nikon Laser Rangefinder employs the First Target Priority/Distant Target Priority switching system. Factory default setting is Distant Target Priority mode. 1. Press the PWR button to turn on the Laser Rangefinder.
Operation diagram of the setting menus Internal display luminance: IL Standby IL 1 IL 2 IL 3 IL 4 IL 5 IL A Distance display unit: F1 (yard) (meter) Measurement display mode: F2 (Horizontal distance mode) (Actual distance mode) Target priority mode: F3 (Distant Target Priority mode) (First Target Priority mode)
Measurement Caution — Controls, adjustments or usage of procedures other than those specified herein may produce negative effects or damage to your health due to laser radiation. • Before measuring, be sure to confirm each menu setting. Refer to “Navigating the menus” for menu details and how to change the settings.
Single measurement Pressing the PWR button once starts single measurement, then displays the results. • If measurement fails, measurement continues automatically for up to about 4 seconds until results are obtained. Measurement stops when it is successful, even within about 4 seconds. Example of measured Example of measurement distance display...
Waterproof (up to 1 m/3.3 ft for 10 minutes) , fogproof Structure Battery chamber is rainproof — JIS/IEC protection class 4 (IPX4) equivalent (under Nikon’s testing conditions) FCC Part15 SubPartB class B, EU:EMC directive, AS/NZS, VCCI classB, Electromagnetic compatibility CU TR 020, ICES-003...
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This product offers the following advantages: • Can be used in conditions of high humidity, dust and rain without risk of damage to internal functions. • Nitrogen-filled design makes it resistant to condensation and mold. However, observe the following when using the Nikon Laser Rangefinder: • Do not operate or hold the product in running water. • If any moisture is found on movable parts of this product, stop using the product and wipe it off. The battery chamber is rainproof, not waterproof. Water may enter the device if the Rangefinder is submerged in water. If water enters the battery chamber, wipe out any moisture and allow time for the chamber to dry.
If you require a repair, please contact your local dealer or the store where you purchased the product. Do not repair or disassemble. It may result in a serious incident. Please note that Nikon is not responsible for any direct or indirect damage if the user attempts to repair or disassemble the product.
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• Nikon’s Five Year Limited Warranty applies to the components of this Nikon Rangefinder, which components are warranted by Nikon to be free from defects in material and workmanship for five years from the date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser from a Nikon authorized dealer.
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Nikon product must be delivered in either its original carton or a similar package affording an equal degree of protection. Nikon will not be responsible for any loss or damage incurred in connection with the return of this Nikon product.
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