Leica DISTO D2 - Original Laser Distance Meter Manual

Overview

The Leica DISTO™ is a laser distance meter operating with a class2 laser. See chapter Technical data for scope of use.

1. Display
2. ON/ Measure
3. Add
4. Functions
5. Measuring reference
6. Clear/ OFF
7. Memory/ Timer
8. Bluetooth® Smart
9. Subtract

Technical data

General

* favourable conditions are: white and diffuse reflecting target (white painted wall), low background illumination and moderate temperatures.

** unfavourable conditions are: targets with lower or higher reflectivity or high background illumination or temperatures at the upper or lower end of the specified temperature range.

*** Tolerances apply from 0.05 m to 5 m with a confidence level of 95%.

with favourable conditions the tolerance may deteriorate by 0.10 mm/m for distances above 5 m.
with unfavourable conditions the tolerance may deteriorate by 0.15 mm/m for distances above 5 m.

Functions

Instrument Set-up

Introduction

The safety instructions (see Safety Instructions) and the user manual should be read through carefully before the product is used for the first time.

The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them.

The symbols used have the following meanings:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in minor injury and/or appreciable material, financial and environmental damage.

Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner.

Insert batteries

To ensure a reliable use, we recommend using high quality Alkaline batteries. Change batteries when battery symbol is flashing.

Switching ON/OFF

Clear

1. Undo last action.
   
   
2. Leave actual function, go to default operation mode.
   

Message Codes

If the message "i" appears with a number, observe the instructions in Message Codes section.

Example:

Adjusting measuring reference

1. Distance is measured from the front of the device.
   
   Press button 2 sec and reference from front is set permanently.
   
2. Distance is measured from the rear of the device (standard setting).
   

Multifunctional end piece

The orientation of the end piece is automatically detected and the zero point is adjusted accordingly.

Unit setting

Press both keys simultaneousley.

Switch between the following units:
0.000 m
0.00 ft
0.0000 m
0'00" 1/32
0.000 in
0 in 1/32

Beep

Press both keys simultaneousley.

Operations

Measuring single distance

Target surfaces: Measuring errors can occur when measuring to colourless liquids, glass, styrofoam or permeable surfaces or when aiming at high gloss surfaces. Against dark surfaces the measuring time increases.

Permanent / Minimum-Maximum measuring

1. 
   
2. Used to measure room diagonals (maximum values) or horizontal distance (minimum values). The minimum and maximum distance measured is displayed (min, max.). The last value measured is displayed in the main line.
   
   
3. Stops permanent / minimum-maximum measuring.
   

Add / Subtract

The result is shown in the main line and the measured value above. This process can be repeated as required. The same process can be used for adding or subtracting areas or volumes. In this case press DIST to show the result.

Area

Volume

Memory (last 10 results)

1. Last 10 values are displayed.
   
   
2. Navigates through last 10 values.
   

Delete Memory

Press both keys simultaneousley.
Memory is completely deleted.

Timer (automatic release)

Once the key is released with the laser activated, the remaining seconds until the result ist displayed in a countdown. The delayed release is recommended for precise aiming e.g. at long distances. It avoids shaking of the device when pressing the measurement key.

Pythagoras (2-point)

The result is shown in the main line and the measured distance above. Pressing the measuring key for 2 sec in the function activates automatically Minimum or Maximum measurement.

Pythagoras (3-point)

The result is shown in the main line and the measured distance above. Pressing the measuring key for 2 sec in the function activates automatically Minimum or Maximum measurement.

Stake out

1. 
   
2. Adjust value.
   
   
3. Approve value and start measurement.
   
   
4. Move device slowly along the stake out line. The distance to the next stake out point is displayed.
   
   
5. 0.240m is missing up to next 0.625m distance.
   

When approaching a stake out point to less then 0.1 m the instrument starts to beep. The function can be stopped by pressing the CLEAR/OFF button.

Bluetooth® Smart

1. Deactivate/Activate Bluetooth®
   
   
2. Value from mainline is transferred DISTO™ sketch. Use App for Bluetooth® data transfer.
   

Bluetooth® Smart is always active when the device is switched on. Connect the device with your smart-phone, tablet, laptop.. Measurement values will be transferred automatically right after a measurement. To transfer a result from the main line, press the Bluetooth® key. Bluetooth® switches off as soon as the laser distance meter is switched off. The efficient and innovative Bluetooth® Smart module ( with the new Bluetooth® standard V4.0) works together with all Bluetooth® Smart Ready devices. All other Bluetooth® devices do not support the energy saving Bluetooth® Smart Module, which is integrated in the device.

We provide no warranty for free DISTO™ software and offer no support for it. We accept no liability whatsoever arising from the use of the free software and we are not obliged to provide corrections nor to develop upgrades. A wide range of commercial software can be found on our homepage. Apps for Android® or iOS can be found in special internet shops. For more details, see our homepage.

Message Codes

* If other message codes are displayed frequently even the instrument has been switched off and on, please contact your dealer.

Care

• Clean the device with a damp, soft cloth.
• Never immerse the device in water.
• Never use aggressive cleaning agents or solvents.

Documents / Resources

Download manual

Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.

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