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GeoMax Zone20 HV User Manual Version 1.1 English...
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Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product. Product Identification The model and serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate. Always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or GeoMax authorised service work- shop. Validity of this manual This manual applies to the Zone20 HV lasers.
Description of the System System Components Zone20 HV Laser Components Case Components Setup ZRC20 Remote Control 2.5.1 Pairing the Zone20 HV with the ZRC20 Remote Control Operation Buttons LED Indicators Turning the Zone20 HV on and off Automatic Mode Manual Mode Elevation Alert (H.I.) Function...
• Use after misappropriation. • Use of products with obvious damages or defects. • Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of GeoMax. • Inadequate safeguards at the working site. • Deliberate dazzling of third parties.
Responsibilities Manufacturer of the GeoMax AG, CH-9443 Widnau, hereinafter referred to as GeoMax, is responsible for supplying the product, product including the user manual and original accessories, in a safe condition.
Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out repairs Precautions: Do not open the product. Only GeoMax authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these products. If the product is improperly disposed of, the following can happen: WARNING •...
Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment. WARNING Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, GeoMax cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment may be disturbed. There is a risk that disturbances may be caused in other equipment if the product is used with accessories...
It can also affect humans and animals. Precautions: Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, GeoMax cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment can be disturbed or that humans or animals can be affected.
011442_001 ICES-003 Statement, Applicable in Canada This Class (B) digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. WARNING Cet appareil numérique de la classe (B) est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Zone20 HV | 9 Safety Directions...
Once the Zone20 HV has levelled, the head will start rotating and the Zone20 HV is ready for use. 30 seconds after the Zone20 HV has completed the levelling, the H.I. Alert system becomes active and protects the Zone20 HV against changes in elevation caused by movement of the tripod to ensure accurate work.
Place the Zone20 HV on a stable ground. Ground vibration and extremely windy conditions can affect the operation of the Zone20 HV. • When working in a very dusty environment place the Zone20 HV up-wind so the dirt is blown away from the laser. Setting up on a Tripod...
• Secure the tripod on extremely windy days. ZRC20 Remote Control Description The RF Remote Control communicates with the Zone20 HV via RC (radio) and is used to control the same functions as on the laser. ZRC20 Remote Control panel...
Up and Down Arrow Press to enter a slope for an axis in Manual Mode or moves scan beam right/left. Power Press to turn on or off the Zone20 HV. Automatic/ Press once to change the X-axis to Manual Mode with Y-axis self-levelling.
Description of the auto- The Zone20 HV always starts up in automatic mode. matic mode In automatic mode the Zone20 HV automatically levels if set up within the +/-6° self-levelling range (hori- zontal or vertical). Manual Mode Description of the After start-up the Manual Mode can be activated.
The Elevation Alert monitors the laser. If disturbed, both the X-axis LED and Y-axis LED flash and the Zone20 HV beeps rapidly. • To stop the alert turn Zone20 HV off and on again. Check the height of the laser before beginning to work again. ...
Receiver Description The Zone20 HV is sold with the ZRB35, ZRP105 or ZRD105 Receiver. ZRB35 Receiver Instrument components part 1 of 2 a) Level vial b) Keypad c) On-grade d) Laser Reception window e) LCD window 011190_001 Audio Speaker Component...
Access to the battery compartment. Description of the Buttons a) Power b) Audio c) Bandwidth 011195_001 Button Function Power Press once to turn on the Receiver. Audio Press to change the audio output. Bandwidth Press to change detection bandwidth. Zone20 HV | 17 Receiver...
Press once to turn on the receiver. Press 1.5 seconds to turn off the receiver. Target Press to capture the digital reading. Bandwidth Press to change detection bandwidths. Audio Press to change the audio output. Zone20 HV | 18 Receiver...
1 + 2 011598_001 Step Description Set up the Zone20 HV on a tripod. Set up the tripod on a stable surface outside the working area. Attach the receiver to a rod. Turn on the Zone20 HV and the receiver.
Change the X-axis to Manual Mode by pressing the Automatic/Manual Mode button once on the Zone20 HV. Use the Up and Down Arrow buttons on the Zone20 HV to move the laser beam up and down until the on-grade (centre-line) position is indicated on the receiver by: •...
Batter Boards Description The Zone20 HV and the receiver create a vertical plane of laser light that acts as a virtual string line for batter board setups. Setup Laser setup 011601_002 Step Description Clip the masking plate onto the light house opposite of the keypad.
Press the Power button to turn on the Zone20 HV and allow the Zone20 HV to self-level. Adjust the Zone20 HV so that the rotating beam is at the desired height below the ceiling grid. Loosen the adjustment knob on the side of the bracket and slide the Zone20 HV up or down.
Layout Description In the laying down position the Zone20 HV can be used for laying out wall positions, squaring, transferring points and more. Layout The Zone20 HV projects two laser beams at a 90° angle to each other. Step Description Clip the masking plate onto the light house opposite of the keypad.
Low operating temperatures reduce the capacity that can be drawn; high operating temperatures reduce the service life of the battery. Battery for Zone20 HV Charging the Li-Ion The rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack on the Zone20 HV can be charged without removing the battery pack battery pack step-by- from the laser. step...
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Changing the Li-Ion With the rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack the battery indicator on the Zone20 HV LCD display shows when batteries step-by-step the battery pack is low and needs to be charged. The charge indicator LED on the Li-Ion battery pack indicates when the pack is being charged (flashing slowly) or fully charged (on, not flashing).
After two minutes in the alert condi- tion, the unit will shut off automati- cally. Servo Limit Alert The Zone20 HV is tipped too far to All LEDs flash sequentially. reach a level position. Re-level the Zone20 HV within the 6 degree self- levelling range.
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Problem Possible Cause(s) Suggested Solutions The Zone20 HV cannot The Zone20 HV and the remote have not Pair the Zone20 HV and the remote. communicate with the been paired and cannot communicate Refer to "2.5.1 Pairing the Zone20 HV ZRC20 Remote Control.
Shipping When transporting the product by rail, air or sea, always use the complete original GeoMax packaging, transport container and cardboard box, or its equivalent, to protect against shock and vibration.
IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. GeoMax has developed Guidelines on “How to carry GeoMax products” and “How to ship GeoMax products” with Lithium batteries. Before any transportation of a GeoMax product, we ask you to consult these guidelines on our web page (http://www.geomax-positioning.com/dgr) to ensure...
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Laser dimensions 241 mm (9.5 ") 202 mm (8.0") Weight Zone20 HV weight with battery: 3.09 kg/6.8 lbs. Internal battery Type Operating times* at 20°C Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion Pack) >40 h Alkaline (four D-cells) >40 h *Operating times are dependent upon environmental conditions.
ZRC20 Remote Control Operating range (radius): 100 m / 300 ft Operating range Batteries: Alkaline Two AA-cells Batteries Battery life (typical usage) 70 hours Remote Control Dimen- 59 mm (2.32") 25.8 mm (1.02") sions 011623_001 Zone20 HV | 35 Technical Data...
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