Nikon Forestry Pro 1 - 6x21 Laser Rangefinder First Version Manual

Key Features

• Linear distance measurement range: 10-500 meters/11-550 yards/33-999 feet.
• Angle measurement range: ±89°
• Distance measurement display step:
  [Internal Display]:
  (Linear Distance)
  0.5 meter/yard, 1 foot
  (measurement distance is less than 100 meters/yards /feet)
  1.0 meter/yard, 1 foot
  (measurement distance is 100 meters/yards/feet or further)
  (Horizontal Distance/Height)
  0.2 meter/yard, 0.5 foot
  (measurement distance is less than 100 meters/yards /feet)
  1.0 meter/yard, 1 foot
  (measurement distance is 100 meters/yards/feet or further)
  (Angle)
  0.1° (-10° — 10°)
  1.0° ( ≦ -10°, 10° ≦ )
  [External Display]:
  (Linear distance) 0.5 meter/yard, 1 foot
  (Horizontal Distance/Height) 0.2 meter/yard, 0.5 foot
  (Angle) 0.1°
• Easy-to-aim 6x optical observation system
• Quantifies the horizontal distance to the target and its height in relation to the rangefinder's level by measuring linear distance and angle.
• Measure the vertical separation (height between two points) - vertical separation mode and 3-point measurement mode are available
• The results are displayed on both an internal and an external LCD panel. The external LCD panel shows all results simultaneously.
• Target Priority Switch System allows you to easily match the measuring situation.
• Waterproof design (NOT designed for underwater usage)
• Invisible/Eyesafe EN/IEC Class 1M Laser
• 30-second results display
• Compact, lightweight, ergonomic design
• Automatic shut-off (after approx. 30 sec. unattended)
• Default to "Last Use" settings
• Approx. 20-second continuous measuring function

The Nikon Laser Forestry Pro emits invisible, eyesafe, infrared energy pulses that reflect off the selected target back to its optical receiver. Sophisticated precision charge circuitry is used to instantaneously calculate distances, by measuring the time it takes for each pulse to travel from the rangefinder to the target and back. Laser reflectivity and measurement results may vary according to climatic and environmental conditions, the colour, surface finish, size, shape and other characteristics of the target.

The following factors ensure better range and accuracy:

• Night time use
• Cloudy weather
• Bright-coloured targets
• Targets with highly reflective surfaces
• Targets with shiny exteriors
• Large-size targets
• Shooting targets facing at 90 degrees

Measurement may result in inaccuracy or failure in the following cases:

• Slender or small target
• Target has diffusing reflective surface
• Target does not reflect the laser beam to the rangefinder (glass, a mirror, etc.)
• Black target
• Target has varing depths
• In snow, rain or fog
• Target measured through glass
• Reflective surface measured from diagonal direction
• Moving target
• Obstacle moving in front of the target
• When targeting the surface of water

Nomenclature

1. Monocular objective lens/ Laser emission aperture
2. Laser detector aperture
3. External LCD
4. MODE button
5. POWER button
6. 6x monocular eyepiece
7. Eyecup/dioptre adjustment ring
8. Dioptre index
9. Strap eyelet
10. Battery chamber cover
11. Battery chamber cover "Open/Close" indication
12. Product number/explanatory label
13. Laser warning label

Composition

Body - x1
Neckstrap - x1
Soft case (CCN) - x1
Lithium battery (CR2) - x1

Changing Batteries

• Type of battery: 3V CR2 lithium battery
• Battery condition indicators

	Battery has enough power for use.
	Battery is getting low.
flashing:	Battery is low and battery should be replaced.
disappears:	Battery is exhausted and should be replaced.
flashing in the LCD indicates that the battery should be replaced.

1. Open the battery chamber cover
   Using the ball of the thumb or a coin in the recessed part of the battery chamber cover, rotate the cover following the Open/ Close arrow indicator. It may not open easily due to its rubber packing for water resistance.
2. Replace the old battery with a new one
   Install new battery with the [+] and [-] correctly positioned following the "Battery installation" indication seal in the battery chamber. (Insert battery positioning the [+] pole towards the inside of the chamber.) [The Laser Forestry Pro will not operate if the battery is installed incorrectly.]
3. Close the battery chamber cover
   Align the Open/Close indicator with the white dot and insert the battery chamber cover. Using the ball of the thumb or a coin, turn the cover in the opposite direction to the arrow indicator. It may not close easily due to the rubber packing for water resistance, but continue to turn it all the way until it stops. Confirm that the cover is securely closed.

• Battery life
  Continuous operation: Approx. 13,000 times (at 20°C)
  Target focusing, measurement, and automatic power off are included in a single cycle. This figure may differ according to temperature, and other factors such as target shape, colour, etc.
  * The Nikon Laser Forestry Pro come with a 3V CR2 lithium battery. However, due to natural electric discharge, the life of the battery will likely be shorter than that noted above.
  * Replace battery if the Nikon Laser Forestry Pro is ever submerged in water or if water enters in the battery chamber.

Internal display

1. - Target aiming/Laser irradiate system
   - Aim at the target. Position the target at the center of the reticle.
   - Appears while the laser is being used for a measurement. (Remains present during single measurement. Blinks during continuous measurements.)
   
   Do not look into the objective lenses when this mark is shown.
2. - Distance/measurement status display
   Digitally indicates measured distance in meters/yards/feet and angles in degrees. Also indicates measuring status such as "Measurement in progress", "Measurement unsuccessful" or "Unable to measure. "
   <Examples of measurement results>
   (Distance)
   Display of results: ( ≧ 100m/yards/feet) e.g. 234 meters =
   Display of results: (
   Display of results: ( (Angle)
   Display of results: ( ≦ -10˚and ≧ 10˚)
   e.g. 36˚ =
   e.g. -29˚ =
   Display of results: (-10˚
   e.g. 3.5˚ =
   e.g. -7.0˚ =
   - Now measuring
   - Failure to measure or unable to measure distance
3. Display Units
   Indicates distance being measured in meters.
   Indicates distance being measured in yards.
   [No unit displayed] Indicates distance is measured in feet.
4. - Indicates battery condition. (See "Changing Batteries")
5. Display Modes
   (See "External display, and Operation and Internal display" for operations and display examples.)
   Linear distance mode
   Calculates linear distance to your target and displays the results.
   Horizontal distance mode
   Calculates horizontal distance to your target by measuring the linear distance and angle, and displays the results.
   Height mode
   Measures your target's height from the horizontal level, and displays the results.
   Vertical separation (height between two points) mode
   Uses the linear distance and angle data of two points to calculate and display the vertical separation (height between the two points.)
   Three-point measurement (height between two points) mode
   Use the horizontal distance data to the target (1st point) and angle data of two points (2nd and 3rd points) to calculate and display the vertical separation (height between 2nd and 3rd points).
   Angle mode
   Measures the angle of your target from the horizontal level and displays the results.
6. Target Priority mode
   First Target Priority mode
   Indicates when First Target Priority mode is set.
   Distant Target Priority mode
   Indicates when Distant Target Priority mode is set.
   Note: When Angle measuring mode is set (during [Ang] symbol display), Target Priority mode is not displayed and illuminated [1st] or [Dst] symbols turn off.

Although the LCD was produced using the most advanced technology, it is impossible to eliminate dust completely. When using this product, the LCD is magnified by high magnification of the eyepiece lens and dust may appear as a defect. It will not, however, affect measurement accuracy.

Operational Summary

use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure

1. Install a battery in the battery chamber. (See "Changing Batteries")
2. Rubber eyepiece cup
   Eyeglass wearer: Collapse the eyepiece cups.
   Non-eyeglass wearer: Do not collapse the eyepiece cups.

Diopter adjustment

Adjust diopter to obtain a clear image in the LCD.
First, rotate the diopter adjustment ring counterclockwise until it comes to a complete stop. Next, turn on the power to activate the LCD when you look through the Nikon Laser Forestry Pro. Rotate the diopter adjustment ring clockwise until the display comes into focus.
If the diopter is not adjusted to correspond to your eyesight, you may not be able to clearly focus your subject.

Measuring

Note: See the chapter "External and Internal display" for external LCD panel.

Note: Depressing and holding down the POWER button causes all symbols to be displayed in the internal LCD panel. After you remove your finger from the POWER button, the lastused setting is displayed. (If you briefly press the POWER button then remove your finger, the LCD panel may display the last-used setting without displaying all of the symbols. This is not a malfunction or other problem.)

Before measuring, be sure to confirm settings, such as unit, measurement/display mode and priority mode.
: See the relevant mode section in this manual for setting.
※ See the the chapter "External and Internal display" for details regarding the operations and results display of the various modes."
* Power turns off 30 seconds after the last operation.
☆【Continuous measurement mode】
Keeping the POWER button depressed allows you to perform continuous measurement for 20 seconds.
Blinks while performing measurements.

When measuring a pin at a golf course, for example, use First Target Priority and Continuous measurement mode for easy measurement. With no objects between you and the pin, the smallest number is the distance to your targeted pin.

Selecting display unit

Factory default setting is feet.

1. Confirm the LCD panel is on.
2. Press and hold the button for approx. two seconds.
3. When display unit has switched, release the button.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until your desired mode is displayed.
   
5. When you have completed setting, results will be converted and displayed in the your selected measurement unit.

Switching measurement/display modes

Factory default setting is linear distance measurement mode
By pressing the MODE button, modes will change in the order indicated above.

1. Confirm the LCD panel is on.
2. Press button within 0.5 seconds.
3. Release button to switch the mode.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until your desire mode is displayed.
5. Switching the mode after measurement converts the results to the new mode.
6. After the mode is set, measurements are performed in the new mode.
   

Switching Target priority modes

Factory default setting is Distant Target Priority mode

1. LCD panel should be on.
2. Press and hold button, then depress and hold button within 0.5 second.
   Note) If the button is not pressed within 0.5 second, the display unit (m/yd/ft) will be switched.
3. Continue to press and hold both buttons (more than 2 seconds) until First Target Priority mode and Distant Target Priority mode are switched.
   
   Note: If buttons are not pressed in the correct order, switching will not take place.
   Note: If switching fails to take place, repeat 2.
4. Release buttons.
   Note: Because Target Priority mode is not displayed while Angle mode is set, switching is made but visual confirmation is impossible. Switch to another measuring mode for confirmation.

[Deciding which Target Priority to use]
When obtaining different results from a single measuring operation, the Nikon Laser Forestry Pro will display the distance to the farthest target on the LCD panel when using Distant Target Priority mode, while First Target Priority mode will show the range to the nearest target.

ex.) When measuring a tree standing in front of a house;

"115m" (distance to the tree) will be displayed in First Target Priority mode, and "128m" (distance to the house) in Distant Target Priority mode. First Target Priority mode, for example, has applications for golf, while Distant Target Priority is useful when hunting in heavily wooded areas.

Low battery indication

Flashing indicates that the battery power is low and battery should be replaced. (See "Changing Battery")

Specifications

* Waterproof models
The Nikon Laser Forestry Pro is waterproof, and will suffer no damage to the optical system if submerged or dropped in water to a maximum depth of 1 meter for up to 10 minutes.
The Nikon Laser Forestry Pro offers the following advantages:

• Can be used in conditions of high humidity, dust and rain without risk of damage.
• Nitrogen-filled design makes it resistant to condensation and mold.

Observe the following when using the Nikon Laser Forestry Pro.

• The unit should not be operated nor held in running water.
• Any moisture should be wiped off before adjusting movable parts (eyepiece, etc.) of the Nikon Laser Forestry Pro to prevent damage and for safety reasons.

To keep your Nikon Laser Forestry Pro in excellent condition, Nikon Vision recommends regular servicing by an authorized dealer.
** The battery chamber is water resistant, not waterproof. Water may enter the device if the Nikon Laser Forestry Pro is submerged in water. If water enters the battery chamber, wipe out any moisture and allow time for the chamber to dry.

External display

[Power On]

After the power is turned on, the internal and external LCDs are illuminated until either the POWER or MODE button is pressed.

[Power off notice]

If 30 seconds pass without operation, the power turns off. Approx. one second before power turns off, this screen is displayed.

1 Point Measurement
[Results]

After measurement, all data "linear distance, horizontal distance, height and angle" are displayed. Units can be shown in meters, yards or feet. Angles are indicated by °(degree).
[ m ]: meter
[ YD ]: yards
[ ft ]: feet

1. Linear distance
2. Horizontal distance
3. Height
4. Angle
5. Unit

[While measuring]

When the target is upward

When the target is downward

[Measurement unsuccessful or unable to measure]

When the target is upward

When the target is downward
With negative values, the "– (minus)" symbol is not shown.

[Measurement complete]

When the target is upward

When the target is downward

Vertical separation (height between two points) mode

[Results]

After measuring two points, "Linear distance to two points" and "Vertical separation (height) and angle between two points" are displayed. Units can be shown in meters, yards or feet. Angles are indicated by °(degree).

1. Linear distance (1st point)
2. Linear distance (2nd point)
3. Vertical separation (height between two points)
4. Angle of two points
5. Unit

[Measuring 1st point]

[Failed to measure 1st point]

Angle measurements never fail.

[Results of 1st point]

[Measuring 2nd point]

Although the point is located downward, display shows the upward position.

[Failure to measure 2nd point]

Angle measurements never fail.

[Display of results for vertical separation (height between two points) and 2nd point]

Vertical separation (height between two points)

After displaying vertical separation (height between two points), pressing MODE button displays the result of the 2nd point.

Three-point measurement (height between two points) mode

[Results]

After measuring horizontal distance and two angles and its height, "vertical separation (height) and angle between two points" are displayed. Units can be shown in meters, yards or feet. Angles are indicated by °(degree).

1. Vertical separation (height between two points)
2. Angle of two points
3. Unit

[Measuring 1st point]

[Failed to measure 1st point]

[Results of 1st point]

Displays the horizontal distance.

[Measuring 2nd point]

[Results of 2nd point]

When measuring 2nd and 3rd points, please note that angles should be between –75˚ and +75˚ from the horizontal level.
If measurement fails, the angle is beyond ±75˚.

[Measuring 3rd point]

[Results of 3rd point]

When measuring 2nd and 3rd points, please note that angles should be between –75˚ and +75˚ from the horizontal level.
If measurement fails, the angle is beyond ±75˚.

Operation and internal display

[1 • 2] Power On/Off and mode settings

[3] Linear distance mode

[4] Horizontal distance mode

[5] Height mode

[6] Angle mode

[7] Vertical separation (height between two points) mode

[8] Three-point measurement (height between two points) mode

Troubleshooting/Repair

If your Nikon Laser Forestry Pro should require repair, please contact your local dealer for details regarding where to send it. Before doing so, you are advised to consult the Troubleshooting Table below.

If problems persist after consulting the Troubleshooting Table, please contact your local dealer to check/repair the Laser Forestry Pro. Never let anyone than the official representative of the product manufacturer check or repair the Laser Forestry Pro. Failure to follow this instruction could result in injury, or damage to the product.

How to use the Device case

Regular case

Case with belt loop

1. Open the lower flap and divide into its two parts.
2. Attach the tip of the upper flap to the lower flap.
3. Secure the upper flap by clipping together the two parts of the lower flap.

Documents / Resources

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