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The Fluke 414D, 419D, 424D Laser Distance Meters (Meter or Product) are professional-grade laser distance meters. Use these Meters to quickly and accurately get the distance to a target, the area, and the volume measurements.
This Meter is better than an ultrasonic device because it uses laser light waves and measures their reflection.
The Meter includes:
This manual identifies when a feature is model-dependent. If not identified, all models include the feature.
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identifies hazardous conditions and procedures that are dangerous to the user.
To prevent eye damage and personal injury:
Table 1 is a list of symbols used on the Product and in this manual.
Table 1. Symbols
Symbol | Description | Symbol | Description |
Consult user documentation. | Battery status. | ||
WARNING. RISK OF DANGER. | Battery or battery compartment. | ||
WARNING. LASER RADIATION. Risk of eye damage. | Conforms to relevant Australian Safety and EMC standards. | ||
Conforms to European Union directives. | Conforms to relevant South Korean EMC Standards. | ||
This product complies with the WEEE Directive marking requirements. The affixed label indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in domestic household waste. Product Category: With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is classed as category 9 "Monitoring and Control Instrumentation" product. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. | |||
Indicates a Class 2 laser. The following text will appear with the symbol on the product label: "IEC/EN 60825-1. Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice 50, dated June 24, 2007." In addition, the following pattern on the label will indicate wavelength and optical power: λ = xxxnm, x.xxmW. |
Table 2 is a list of features for the Meter by model.
Table 2. Model Feature Comparison
Feature | 414D | 419D | 424D | Feature | 414D | 419D | 424D |
Display Lines | 2 | 3 | 4 | Timer | • | • | |
Memory [1] | 20 | 20 | Display/Keypad Illumination | • | • | ||
Add/Subtract | • | • | • | Keypad Lock | • | • | |
Area | • | • | • | Tripod Measurement | • | • | |
Volume | • | • | • | Compass | • | ||
Continuous Measurement | • | • | Triangular Area | • | |||
Pythagoras Calculations | 1+2 | Full | Full | Smart Horizontal Mode (Tilt) | • | ||
Stake Out [2] | • | • | Height Tracking | • | |||
Multifunction Endpiece | • | • | Room Corner Angle | • | |||
Beeper | • | • | Handstrap | • | • | • | |
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This section has basic information about the batteries and measurement reference point. It also describes the Meter keypad and display.
Replace the batteries when blinks in the display.
To install or replace the batteries:
The 419D and 424D Meters adapt to multiple measurement situations with the multifunctional endpiece. See Figure 2:
Figure 5 shows the location of each function button on the keypad.
Figure 6 shows the readout location on the display for each function.
This section is about how to use the buttons and identifies when a function is model-dependent. When not identified, all models include the function.
Push to turn on the Meter and laser. The display shows the battery symbol until you push a different button.
Push for 2 seconds to turn off the meter.
Note
The Meter turns off automatically if not used in 180 seconds.
Measure Button
Push :
Function Buttons
Push :
Measure Button
When off, push for 2 seconds = Continuous Laser On
Push :
Function Buttons
Push :
Push :
Push :
Push :
Push and hold (414D) or (419D/424D) for 2 seconds to toggle between the units for distance measurements. See Table 3.
Table 3. Units of Measurement
414D | 419D/424D |
0.000 m | 0.000 m |
0 00' 1/16* | 0.0000 m |
0 in 1/16 | 0.00 m |
* Default | 0.00 ft |
0'00' 1/32* | |
0.000 in | |
0 in 1/32 | |
* Default |
Fluke recommends that you use a time-delay for the most accurate measurements at long distances. This prevents Meter movement when you push .
To turn on the timer:
Note
The timer is useful for all measurements.
Push at the same time for 2 seconds to turn on and turn off the beeper. The display shows the status as or .
Push at the same time for 2 seconds to turn on and turn off the backlight. The display shows the status as or .
To lock:
To unlock:
The compass feature lets you know the view or direction as you make measurements. This is useful indoors to set the building plans in the correct direction. It is also useful to know the correct direction when you calculate the efficiency for a solar panel.
Tips:
Push :
To prevent incorrect direction readouts, do not use near magnets and magnetic devices.
The compass sensor continuously collects and saves new calibration values in 60-second intervals.
When you turn on the compass, the Meter shows the calibration message:
The Meter counts from 1 to 12 during calibration. shows on the display when the calibration is complete.
The difference between the north geographic pole and the north magnetic pole is known as magnetic declination, or more plainly, declination. The angle of declination is different at different locations on the earth. The geographic and magnetic poles are aligned so declination is minimal. From some locations, the angle between the two poles can be fairly large.
Table 4 is a list of the current angles of declination by location. For other declination values, contact your local Geomagnetic Institute.
To set the Meter with the correct compensation for your location:
Table 4. Estimated Values of Magnetic Field
Country | City | Declination in Degrees (+E | -W) | Country | City | Declination in Degrees (+E | -W) | Country | City | Declination in Degrees (+E | -W) |
Argentina | Buenos Aires | -7 | Greenland | Godthab | -29 | Spain | Madrid | -1 |
Australia | Darwin | 3 | Iceland | Reykjavik | -15 | Switzerland | Zurich | 1 |
Australia | Perth | -1 | Italy | Rome | 2 | Thailand | Bangkok | 0 |
Australia | Sidney | 12 | India | Mumbai | 0 | Ukraine | Donetsk | 7 |
Austria | Vienna | 3 | Japan | Tokyo | -7 | UAE | Dubai | 1 |
Brazil | Brasilia | -20 | Kenya | Nairobi | 0 | United Kingdom | London | -1 |
Brazil | Rio de Janeiro | -22 | Norway | Oslo | 2 | USA | Anchorage | 18 |
Canada, BC | Vancouver | 17 | Panama | Panama | -3 | USA | Dallas | 3 |
Chili | Santiago de Chile | 2 | Russia | Irkutsk | -3 | USA | Denver | 8 |
China | Beijing | -6 | Russia | Moscow | 10 | USA | Honolulu | 9 |
Egypt | Cairo | 3 | Russia | Omsk | 11 | USA | Los Angeles | 12 |
France | Paris | 0 | Senegal | Dakar | -8 | USA | Miami | -6 |
Germany | Berlin | 2 | Singapore | Singapore | 0 | USA | New York | -13 |
Greece | Athens | 3 | South Africa | Cape Town | -24 | Venezuela | Caracas | -11 |
Push :
Measurements with the 419D and 424D that use a tripod must have the tripod reference set. When set, shows on the display.
The display shows the reference point for a measurement. The default reference point is from the end of the Meter. If the beeper is on, the Meter beeps as you change the reference point. See Figure 8 for more information.
Push 1x to change the reference point between the front and the end of the Meter. The display shows or .
The Meter automatically adjusts the reference point when you use the endpiece and shows on the display.
Push :
Note
The tripod mode overrides other reference points. The Meter stays in the tripod mode until you change to a different reference point.
The Meter measures the distance to a target, the area bounded by two distances, or the volume in three measurements. This manual identifies when a feature is model-dependent. When not identified, all models include the feature.
To measure distance:
The measurement shows on the display.
Note
Measurement errors can occur if you point the laser at colorless liquids, glass, Styrofoam, semi-permeable surfaces, and high-gloss surfaces. The measurement time increases when you point the laser at dark surfaces.
A target plate is useful for long distance measurements if the target reflectivity and illumination is a problem.
The tracking function measures the room diagonal (maximum value) and the horizontal distance (minimum value) from a stable measurement point. It also can find the distance between objects. See Figure 9.
To measure:
The last measured value shows in the summary line.
Note
419D/424D Only: The values for maximum and minimum distances show in the display. The last measured value shows in the summary line.
The Meter adds and subtracts a value to a single distance, area, and volume measurements.
To add or subtract:
Push :
To add or subtract:
To measure area:
The result shows in the summary line.
To measure area:
To measure volume:
The result displays in the summary line.
To measure volume:
Note
The inclinometer senses tilts at 360 °. For tilt measurements, hold the Meter without a transverse tilt (±10 °).
The Smart Horizontal mode (indirect horizontal distance) function lets you find a horizontal distance when the line-of-sight is blocked by an object or obstacle. See Figure 10 for more information.
The tilt is continuously shown as ° or %. To change the units, push and hold at the same time for 2 seconds. The default unit is °.
To measure:
Height tracking shows continuously on the display as the Meter turns on a tripod. The tilt is continuously shown in the selected unit of measure as ° or %.
To measure:
Note
The minimum/maximum tracking is very helpful for 90 ° angle measurements. See Minimum/Maximum Tracking.
The Leveling function continuously shows the angle of the Meter. From an angle of ±5 °, the Meter starts to beep. As it gets near ±1 °, the Meter beeps faster. At ±0.3 °, the Meter beeps constantly.
To level:
To calibrate the tilt sensor:
A specific distance can be set in the Meter and used to mark off defined measured lengths. An example of this application is in the construction of wooden frames. See Figure 13 for more information.
Note
For best results, it is recommended to use the end reference point for a stake out measurement. See Reference Point.
To find stake out distances with 1 value:
You can enter two different distances (a and b) into the Meter and use them to mark off measured lengths, for example, in the construction of wooden frames.
To find stake out distances with 2 values:
The Meter calculates the angles in a triangle with measurements from the three sides. As an example, use this function with a right-angle room corner. See Figure 14 for more information.
To make corner angle measurements:
The Meter can calculate distances with Pythagoras' theorem. With this function, you can find a distance with two auxiliary measurements, such as building height or width measurements. It is helpful to use a tripod for a height measurement that uses two or three measurements.
Note
Make sure that you use the correct sequence of measurement:
414D
To find a vertical distance with two measurements (Pythagoras 1):
To find a total distance with three measurements (Pythagoras 2):
As an option, use the tracking mode on one or more targets.
To use tracking mode:
419D/424D
To find a distance with two measurements (Pythagoras 1):
To find a total distance with three measurements (Pythagoras 2):
To find a partial distance, see Figure 17, with three measurements (Pythagoras 3):
As an option, use the tracking mode on one or more targets.
To use tracking mode:
You can recall a previous measurement from memory, for example, the height of a room. The Meter stores a maximum of 20 displays.
To recall:
To delete:
Maintenance and calibration are not necessary for the Meter.
To keep the Meter in good condition:
Table 5 is a list of all message codes that show on the display with InFo or Error.
Table 5. Message Codes
Code | Cause | Remedy |
156 | Transverse tilt greater than 10 ° | Hold the Meter without a transverse tilt. |
162 | Calibration mistake | Make sure that the device is on a horizontal and flat surface. Do the calibration procedure again. If the code continues, contact Fluke. |
204 | Calculation error | Do the measurement again. |
252 | Temperature too high | Let the Meter cool down. |
253 | Temperature too low | Let the Meter warm up. |
255 | Received signal too low, measurement time too long | Change target surface (for example, white paper). |
256 | Received signal too high | Change target surface (for example, white paper) |
257 | Too much background light | Darken target surface. |
258 | Measurement outside of measurement range | Correct the range. |
260 | Laser beam interrupted | Do the measurement again. |
Error | Hardware error | Turn on and turn off the device 2 to 3 times. If the symbol stays on the display, then your Meter is defective, contact Fluke. |
414D | 419D | 424D | |
Distance Measurement | |||
Typical Measurement Tolerance[1] | ±2.0 mm (±0.08 in)[3] | ±1.0 mm (± 0.04 in)[3] | |
Maximum Measurement Tolerance[2] | ±3.0 mm (±0.12 in)[3] | ±2.0 mm (±0.08 in)[3] | |
Range at target plate | 50 m / 165 ft | 80 m / 260 ft | 100 m / 330 ft |
Typical Range[1] | 40 m / 130 ft | 80 m / 260 ft | |
Range at unfavorable condition[4] | 35 m / 115 ft | 60 m / 200 ft | |
Smallest unit displayed | 1 mm / 1/16 in | 1 mm / 1/32 in | |
∅ laser point at distances | 6 mm @ 10 m / 30 mm @ 50 m / 60 mm @ 100 m 0.24 in @ 33 ft / 1.2 in @ 164 ft / 2.4 in @ 328 ft | ||
Tilt measurement | |||
Measurement tolerance to laser beam[5] | no | no | ±0.2 ° |
Measurement tolerance to case[5] | no | no | ±0.2 ° |
Range | no | no | 360 ° |
Compass accuracy | no | no | 8 points (±22.5 °)[6] |
General | |||
Protection class | IP40 | IP54 | |
Automatic laser off | 90 seconds | ||
Automatic power off | 180 seconds | ||
Battery life (2 x AAA) 1.5 V NEDA 24A/IEC LR03 | up to 3000 measurements | up to 5000 measurements | |
Dimensions (H x W x L) | 11.6 cm x 5.3 cm x 3.3 cm (4.6 in x 2.1 in x 1.3 in) | 12.7 cm x 5.6 cm x 3.3 cm (5.0 in x 2.2 in x 1.3 in) | |
Weight (with batteries) | 113 g (4 oz) | 153 g (5 oz) | 158 g (6 oz) |
Temperature | |||
Storage | -25°C to +70°C (-13°F to +158°F) | -25°C to +70°C (-13°F to +158°F) | |
Operation | 0°C to +40°C (32°F to +104°F) | -10°C to +50°C (14°F to +122°F) | |
Calibration cycle | Not applicable | Not applicable | Tilt and Compass |
Maximum altitude | 3500 m | ||
Maximum relative humidity | 85% at -7°C to 50°C (20°F to 120°F) | ||
Safety | |||
General | IEC 61010-1: Pollution Degree 2 | ||
Laser | IEC 60825-1: Class 2, 635 nm, <1 mW | ||
Max peak radiant output power | 0.95 mW | ||
Wavelength | 635 nm | ||
Pulse duration | >400 ps | ||
Pulse repetition frequency | 320 MHz | ||
Beam divergence | 0.16 mrad x 0.6 mrad | ||
EMC International | IEC 61326-1: Industrial Electromagnetic Environment CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A | ||
Group 1: Equipment has intentionally generated and/or uses conductively-coupled radio frequency energy that is necessary for the internal function of the equipment itself. Class A: Equipment is suitable for use in all establishments other than domestic and those directly connected to a low-voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes. There may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other environments due to conducted and radiated disturbances.. KCC: Class A Equipment (Industrial Broadcasting & Communication Equipment) Class A: Equipment meets requirements for industrial electromagnetic wave equipment and the seller or user should take notice of it. This equipment is intended for use in business environments and not to be used in homes. USA (FCC): 47 CFR 15 subpart B. This product is considered an exempt device per clause 15.103. | |||
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