INTRODUCTION RX-5000 TBR/W Congratulations on your purchase of the RX-5000 TBR/W rangefinder! This cutting-edge device seamlessly connects to the Leupold Control App, Magnification allowing you to change its settings, remotely range targets, and pin digital True Ballistic Range/Wind (TBR/W) waypoints from over three miles away.
SETUP BATTERY STATUS INDICATOR BUTTON 1 POWER FOCUS To determine your battery’s power level, look for the following indicators: FULL – The battery is at or near peak capacity. 1/3 – The battery is nearing the end of its life and should be replaced.
BASIC OPERATION DEFAULT SETTINGS The RX-5000 TBR/W comes set to TBR Mode in the CDS function with load DISPLAY OVERVIEW group 15 selected. The display brightness comes set to medium, and the unit of measure defaults to yards. All other modes and features can be activated through the menu on the product or, more conveniently, through the Leupold Control App.
MENU NAVIGATION Begin by pressing the POWER button to activate the unit, then press The RX-5000 TBR/W provides three primary ranging modes: True Ballistic and hold BUTTON 1 for two seconds to enter the menu. To manipulate a Range (TBR) Mode, Line of Sight (LOS) Mode, and Long Range (LONG) function, press and release BUTTON 1 until that function is flashing, then use Mode.
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Just select the group that matches your the display as well as the angle to your target. In bullet weight and muzzle velocity, and the RX-5000 TBR/W will display the example to the right, the line-of-sight distance is either shoot-to distances or holdovers depending on the active function.
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Have you ever wondered if that leaning tree TBR (TRUE BALLISTIC RANGE): RIFLE would hit your tent if it fell? Measure its height by obtaining the true vertical distance, then measure the distance from your tent to the tree. MOA displays a hold value in Minute of Angle based on the distance to your target, the angle of your shot, and your selected load group.
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264 Win. Mag. 120 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (3210) 300 Win. Mag. 180 gr. Nosler Partition (2960) Note: For a list of all available loads please go to leupold.com, locate the 26 Nosler 142 gr. Accubond (3300) 300 Win. Mag. 150 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (3290) RX-5000 TBR/W product page, and navigate to the Product Downloads 270 Win.
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Load Name (Muzzle Velocity-fps) Load Name (Muzzle Velocity-fps) Load Name (Muzzle Velocity-fps) Load Name (Muzzle Velocity-fps) 200 Yard Zero Group 200 Yard Zero Group 200 Yard Zero Group 200 Yard Zero Group 223 Rem. 62 gr. FMJBT American Eagle (3020) 270 Win.
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28 to 46 inches 200 Yards -66 to -72 inches 10 to 28 inches 200 Yards leupold.com for more assistance in selecting your group. -66 to -72 inches 28 to 46 inches 200 Yards -72 to -78 inches 10 to 28 inches...
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WIND When active, the Wind feature provides an accurate 10-mph wind-hold value, assuming the wind blows at a 90-degree angle to your rifle's muzzle. We chose 10 mph as the default to make it easier to calculate corrections. If the wind is blowing at 5 mph from the 3 o'clock or 9 o'clock position, halve the displayed After taking a range, the elevation hold value.
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The rangefinder must be kept completely still to use Long Range Mode effectively. While it may be possible to reach larger targets with a steady hand, it is strongly recommended to use this mode in conjunction with a tripod, the provided saddle mount, and the Leupold Control App with remote fire.
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS UNIT OUTPUT The RX-5000 TBR/W has four brightness settings, Range readings in the RX-5000 TBR/W can be allowing you to match the display’s intensity to displayed in either yards or meters. Repeatedly press most lighting conditions. Navigate through the BUTTON 1 to cycle through the menu.
SECONDARY MODES AND FEATURES In addition to its three primary modes, the RX-5000 TBR/W features Last Target Mode (LAST). To access LAST, first, select a primary mode, adjust the display’s brightness, and lock in your preferred unit of output. LAST TARGET MODE...
Leupold Control App to initiate the connection process. Leupold Control App. Alternatively, you can set the RX-5000 TBR/W to “PAir” without navigating Scan the QR code to access the Leupold Control App Manual. through the menu. Simply allow the unit to power off, press and hold BUTTON...
RETICLE SELECTION RANGING The RX-5000 TBR/W allows you to choose one of three reticles as your Measuring distance with the RX-5000 TBR/W is a simple process. Place the primary aiming point. To select a reticle, press and release BUTTON 1 until reticle on a target you wish to range, then press and release the POWER the current reticle is blinking.
TROUBLESHOOTING The reflectivity of a target is determined by its texture, color, size, and shape. As a rule of thumb, brightly colored targets tend to be more reflective The rangefinder is not displaying a range. compared to darker targets. This means that a tan game coat, for instance, would provide a more reliable reading than a black game coat due to its •...
Leupold LensPen®, to remove any dust or debris. To • Avoid depressing the POWER button while aiming at a human eye or remove fingerprints or water spots from the lenses, use a microfiber cloth looking into the optics from the objective side.
Leupold’s rights and may not be used in The Leupold Electronics Warranty covers any defects in materials and connection with any product or service that is not Leupold’s, or in any manner that disparages or workmanship in the electronic components of RX rangefinders, GX discredits Leupold, or in a manner likely to cause confusion.
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LEUPOLD & STEVENS Inc. P.O. Box 688 14400 NW Greenbrier Parkway Beaverton, OR 97075-0688 U.S.A. Beaverton, OR 97006-5790 U.S.A. 1 (800) LEUPOLD (538-7653) (503) 526-1400 Artwork #184586B...
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