After shooting, play images back and check whether they have been properly recorded. If the rangefinder or memory card is faulty and the images cannot be recorded or downloaded to a computer, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss or inconvenience caused.
Package Contents Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your dealer. Rangefinder Case A memory card ( ) is not included. The battery is built into the rangefinder. Be careful not to lose any of these items. Caution The transmission rate with the interface cable is equivalent to Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0).
The Instruction Manual, which describes Rangefinder features and provides instructions up to turning the Rangefinder on, is included with the Rangefinder. Advanced User Guide Complete instructions are provided in this Advanced User Guide. For the latest Advanced User Guide, refer to the following website. https://cam.start.canon/C019/...
Steps to Use the Rangefinder Immediately 1. Charge the Rangefinder ( Charge the Rangefinder initially before use ( ). 2. Insert a card ( 3. Turn the Rangefinder on ( Press the < > button.
4. Adjust the viewfinder ( Turn the dioptric adjustment dial until the image in the viewfinder looks the sharpest. 5. Zoom in. Press the < > button to switch the zoom.
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6. Focus on the subject ( When shooting, adjust the When shooting and ranging, adjust < > laser ranging the < > laser ranging switch switch to <OFF>. to < >. Look through the viewfinder and center the subject on the screen. Press the shutter button halfway, and the Rangefinder will focus on the subject.
About This Guide Icons in This Guide Basic Assumptions for Operational Instructions and Sample Photos Icons in This Guide Indicates the Set button. < > In reference to buttons or setting positions, the guide also uses the same icons or display items found on Rangefinder buttons and in the viewfinder. Links to pages with related topics.
Compatible Cards In this guide, all supported memory cards are simply referred to as “the card.” The following cards can be used with the rangefinder regardless of capacity. If the card is new or was previously formatted (initialized) by another camera or computer, format the card with this Rangefinder ( microSD / microSDHC / microSDXC memory cards *...
Safety Instructions Be sure to read these instructions in order to operate the product safely. Follow these instructions to prevent injury or harm to the operator of the product or others. WARNING: Denotes the risk of serious injury or death. ●...
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● Do not allow the product to maintain contact with the same area of skin for extended periods of time during use. This may result in low-temperature contact burns, including skin redness and blistering, even if the product does not feel hot. ●...
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CAUTION: Follow the cautions below. Otherwise physical injury or property damage may result. ● Do not look through the viewfinder for extended periods of time. This may induce symptoms similar to motion sickness. In such a case, stop using the product immediately and rest for a while before resuming use.
If you have not used the Rangefinder for some time or if there is an important shoot such as a foreign trip coming up, have the Rangefinder checked by your nearest Canon Service Center or check the Rangefinder yourself and make sure it is working properly.
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Viewfinder ● Although the viewfinder is produced under extremely high-precision manufacturing conditions and more than 99.99% of the pixels meet design specifications, 0.01% or fewer pixels may be defective or appear as red or black dots. This does not indicate damage.
Understanding rangefinder About lasers This product employs invisible laser beams for measurement. It measures the time for the laser beam to travel from the rangefinder to the target and then return. The laser reflectivity and measurement results may vary depending on the weather, environmental conditions, target reflectivity, target size, surface finish, among others.
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Regarding the SLOPE function ● When using a laser rangefinder in a competition, it is necessary to confirm the competition rules beforehand to ensure that the use of slope-adjusted distance measurements is allowed, If measurement is prohibited, please set the slope function <SLOPE>...
>Menu button Note (1) The connector shape of the digital terminal is Type-C plug. The Canon Interface Cable IFC-100U (sold separately) is recommended. Use of cables that are no longer than 1m is recommended. (13) The canon wrist strap WS-800 (sold separately) is recommended.
Preparation and Basic Operations This chapter describes preparatory steps before you start shooting and the basic rangefinder operations. • Charging the Rangefinder • Inserting/Removing Cards • Turning on the Power • Basic Operations • Menu Operations and Settings...
Charging the Rangefinder ● Charge the rangefinder by connecting the rangefinder’s Digital terminal to a power adapter (sold separately). ● After charging begins, the indicator lamp turns orange. ● The indicator lamp goes off after charging is finished. ● Charging the rangefinder when it is fully depleted takes approx. 2 hr. at room temperature (23°C).
Inserting/Removing Cards Insertion Removal Caution Use of memory cards other than microSD / microSDHC / microSDXC cards is not supported. Note The number of shots available varies depending on the card’s free space. Reattach the card/terminal cover as shown below if it comes off. Insertion 1.
Removal 1. Open the cover. Turn the Rangefinder off ( After making sure the indicator lamp is off, open the cover and flip it over to the right. 2. Remove the card. Press the card in to eject it. Pull the card straight out, then close the cover. Caution A lit indicator lamp indicates that the rangefinder is writing to, reading from, erasing from, or transferring data to the card.
Turning on the Power Setting the Date, Time, and Time Zone Changing the Interface Language To turn the rangefinder on, press the < > button. Press the < > button and the < > button at the same time for a few seconds to turn off the power.
Basic Operations Holding the Rangefinder Adjusting the Viewfinder Zoom Button Shutter Button...
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Holding the Rangefinder The Rangefinder can be held in a variety of ways to suit how you will use it. How to conduct [ranging] or [checking] Gently hold the front of the Rangefinder. Holding the rangefinder securely for viewing Securely hold the rangefinder with your fingers around it. Rest your index finger lightly on the <...
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Holding the rangefinder for shooting Securely hold the rangefinder with your fingers around it. Rest your index finger lightly on the < > button. Use your thumb to control the < >/< >button. Holding the Rangefinder securely for shooting Securely hold the rangefinder with your fingers around it. With your other hand, support the rangefinder from below.
Adjusting the Viewfinder Adjust the dioptric adjustment dial. Look through the viewfinder and turn the dioptric adjustment dial until the image appears sharp. Zoom Button Press the < > button to switch the zoom. Note Digital zoom (tele) may result in decreased image quality.
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Shutter ▪ Rangefinder Button The shutter button has two steps. You can press the shutter button halfway. Then you can further press the shutter button completely. Pressing halfway Activates autofocusing. rangefinder. Pressing completely (for still photo shooting) This action shoots. Preventing Rangefinder shake •...
Menu Setting Procedure 1. Display the menu screen. Press the < > button to display the menu screen. 2. Select an item. Press the < > or < > button to select an item, then press < >.
3. Select an option. Press the < > or < > button to select an option. The current setting is indicated in blue. 4. Set the option. Press < > to set it. 5. Exit the setting. Press the < >...
Range This section introduces the menu settings on the [ ] ranging settings page. • Using the Rangefinder • Still Photo Shooting • Movie Recording • Mode • SLOPE • Unit • Vibration...
Using the Rangefinder Function Nearest target priority When overlapping objects are measured, the nearest target priority will display the distance to the nearest target. Notification for proximity priority measurement When measuring overlapping objects, such as when there is a flagpole in front of the trees, the digtal viewfinder will display the distance to the nearest object (flagpole), and the flagpole lock sign (first target priority survey mark) will be lit...
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Range Precautions: if you fail to follow the instructions herein to control, adjust or operate this product, the laser radiation may adversely affect or damage your health. Make sure to refer to the "Menu Screen" to confirm the menu and change the settings before ranging. 1.
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3. Press the < > button half way for ranging. The distance will be displayed on the screen. After measurement, the measurement results will remain displayed until the power is automatically turned off. Fully press the button < > to turn on the power and perform the measurement again.
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Continuous measurement Half pressing and holding the button < > will initiate the continuous measurement for approximately 8 seconds (max.). During measurement, the symbol < > flashes and then the measurement results will be displayed continuously. If you release the button, continuous measurement will stop.
Still Photo Shooting When the < > ranging switch is turned to the < >, the distance recording will be displayed on the screen. Otherwise, there is no record displayed on the screen. Note If the laser ranging switch is turned to < >, please refrain from taking portrait shots.
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2. Take the picture. Press the shutter < > button completely. To view your shots, press and hold the < > button for a few : Play] menu ( seconds or use the [...
Movie Recording When the < > ranging switch is turned to the < >, the distance recording will be displayed on the screen. Otherwise, there is no record displayed on the screen. Note When the laser ranging switch is turned to < >, and the rangefinder is aimed at the person to record a video, please do not press the <...
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Press the < > button to start movie recording. While the movie is being recorded, the [ ] icon (1) will be displayed in the upper right of the screen. (1) ( 2 ) Sound is recorded by the microphones (2). To stop recording the movie, press the <...
Mode This function can be used to test the distance and shoot photos. * Adjust the laser ranging switch < > to < >. 1. Select [ : Mode]. 2. Select an item. Range+Photo To ranging and shoot photos, press the button <...
SLOPE The SLOPE function can be set. 1. Select [ : SLOPE]. 2. Select [ON]. ZOOM POWER MENU * Set SLOPE to off and the SLOPE function indicator light on the rangefinder flashes. Caution The confirmation of photographed images may be sometimes prohibited according to competition rules, the following functions cannot be used when the SLOPE function is set to "Off".
Unit Regarding the display unit for measurement results, select yd (yards) or m (meters). The default is yd (yard). 1. Select [ : Unit]. 2. Select [yd]. Such setting can be saved even if the rangefinder is turned off.
Vibration 1. Select [ : Vibration]. 2. Select [ON]. Single measurement: Vibrate after successful ranging. Continuous measurement: Vibrate after the flag symbol appears. Caution During the animation recording, no matter Single Ranging or Continuous Ranging, they all don‘t vibrate.
Shooting This section introduces the menu settings on the shooting [ ] settings page. • Exposure Compensation • Continuous AF • Movie Recording Size...
Exposure Compensation By setting exposure compensation toward the positive or negative side, you can brighten or darken images relative to the standard exposure determined by the rangefinder. You can set exposure compensation up to ±3 stops, in 1/3-stop increments. 1. Select [ : Exposure comp.].
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Decreased exposure, to darken images Press the < > or < >button to select the compensation amount, then press < >. 3. Take the picture. To cancel exposure compensation, return the exposure level to ±0. Note The exposure compensation amount will remain in effect even after you turn off the rangefinder.
Continuous AF This function keeps subjects generally in focus. 1. Select [ : Continuous AF]. 2. Select [ON]. Caution More battery power is consumed when set to [ON], because the lens is driven continuously.
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AF Shooting Tips Even when focus is achieved, pressing the shutter button halfway will focus again. Image brightness may change during autofocusing. It may take some time to focus, depending on the subject and shooting conditions. If the light source changes as you shoot, the screen may flicker, and focusing may be difficult.
Movie Recording Size Movie Recording Size Cards That Can Record Movies Movie Recording Time Limit The frame rate can be set in [ : Movie rec. size]. Movie Recording Size Image size Image Size Aspect Ratio 1920x1080 16:9 Frame rate (fps: frames per second) ] 30.00fps/ [ ] 24.00fps For areas using the NTSC TV system, such as North America, Japan, South...
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Cards That Can Record Movies Card performance requirements (movie recording) for details on cards that can record at each level of movie recording quality. Test cards by recording a few movies to make sure they can record correctly. Caution If you use a slow-writing card when recording movies, the movie may not be recorded properly.
Playback This chapter covers topics related to playback—playing back captured still photos and movies—and introduces menu settings on the Playback [ tab. Caution Normal display or selection on this rangefinder may not be possible for images captured on other rangefinders, or images from this rangefinder that have been edited or renamed on a computer.
Play Image Playback Movie Playback Image Playback 1. Switch to playback. : Play]. Select [ The last image captured or played back is displayed. Press and hold the < > button for a few seconds to playback. 2. Browse images. <...
Movie Playback 1. Switch to playback. Select [ : Play]. Press and hold the < > button for a few seconds to playback. 2. Select a movie. < LASER > Lever-on image screen < LASER > Lever-off image screen If the ranging is not successful, the numerical result will not be displayed. Press the <...
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3. Press < >. 4. Press < > to play the movie. The movie will start playing back. You can pause playback and display the movie playback panel by pressing < >. Press it again to resume playback.
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Movie playback panel Press the or the button to select. < > < > Item Playback Operations Each press of < > switches between Playback playback and pausing playback. Skips backward approx. 4 sec. each time you press Skip backward <...
Erasing Images Selecting [ ] Multiple Images to Erase Together Erasing All Images on a Card Unneeded images to erase can be selected individually or all at once. Caution Once an image is erased, it cannot be recovered. Make sure you no longer need the image before erasing it.
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3. Select an image. Press the < > or < > button to select an image to erase, then press < >. To select another image to erase, repeat step 3. 4. Erase the images. Press the < > button, then press [OK].
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Erasing All Images on a Card You can erase all the images on a card at once. * The indicator means a file is protected. File protection must be removed before a file can be deleted.
Formatting Use this rangefinder to format (initialize) the card in the following cases. The card is new. The card was formatted by a different Rangefinder or a computer. The card is full of images or data. Caution Formatting a card will erase all data on it. Before formatting, check what is on the card.
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Card file formats microSD cards will be formatted in FAT12/16, microSDHC cards in FAT32, and microSDXC in exFAT. Caution It may not be possible to use microSDXC cards formatted with this Rangefinder in other Rangefinders. Also note that exFAT-formatted cards may not be recognized by some computer operating systems or card readers.
Set-up This chapter describes menu settings on the set-up [ : Set-up] tab. • Date/Time/Zone • Power Saving • Video System • Language • Resetting the Rangefinder • Other Information...
Date/Time/Zone When you turn on the power for the first time or if the date/time/zone have been reset, follow these steps to set the time zone first. By setting the time zone first, you can simply adjust this setting as needed in the future and the date/time will be updated to match it.
2. Set the time zone. Press the < > or < > button to select [Time zone]. Press < >.
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Press the < > or < > button to select the time zone, then press < >. If your time zone is not listed, press the < > button, then set the difference from UTC in [Time difference]. > button to select a [Time difference] item Press the <...
3. Set the date and time. Press the < > or < > button to select an item, then press < >. Press the < > or < > button to set it, then press < >. 4. Set daylight saving time. Set it as necessary.
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5. Exit the setting. Press the < > or < > button to select [OK]. Caution Date, time, and time zone settings may be reset when the battery is depleted, or if the rangefinder is exposed to freezing temperatures for an extended period. If this happens, set them once again.
Power Saving You can adjust the timing of when the rangefinder and viewfinder turn off automatically [Auto power off] and [Viewfinder off]. 1. Select [ : Power saving]. 2. Select an item.
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Note To conserve battery power, you should normally set [Auto power off] to 5 sec. Pressing any button before the [Viewfinder off] timer expires will reset the timer. Power saving settings do not apply during shooting, or movie playback.
Video System Set the video system of any television used for display. This setting determines the frame rates available when you record movies. 1. Select [ : Video system]. 2. Select an item. SET UP ZOOM POWER MENU For NTSC For areas using the NTSC TV system, such as North America, Japan, South Korea, and Mexico.
Clear all Rangefinder settings The rangefinder’s settings for shooting functions and menu functions can be restored to their defaults. 1. Select [ : Clear all Rangefinder settings]. 2. Clear the settings. Select [OK] on the confirmation screen. Note The date/time/region and language menus will not be reset.
Other Information Certification Logo Display Select [ : Certification Logo Display] to display some of the logos of the rangefinder’s certifications. Other certification logos can be found on the rangefinder body and packaging. Firmware Select [ : Firmware] to update the rangefinder firmware.
Reference This chapter provides reference information on rangefinder features. • Troubleshooting Guide • Information Display • Specifications • Before Disposal...
Playback problems If a problem occurs with the rangefinder, first refer to this Troubleshooting Guide. If this Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer or nearest Canon Service Center. Power-related problems Cannot charge the rangefinder. Charging the Rangefinder.
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Shooting-related problems No images can be shot or recorded. Make sure the card is properly inserted ( If the card is full, replace the card or delete unnecessary images to make space If the mode is set to "Range," please reselect "Range + Photo". The card cannot be used.
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The subject looks distorted during movie recording. If you move the rangefinder to the left or right (panning) or shoot a moving subject, the image may look distorted. I cannot take still photos during movie recording. Still photos cannot be taken during movie recording. Stop movie recording before shooting still photos.
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Operation problems Rangefinder operation is erratic. The buttons are unresponsive. An internal error may have occurred. Force the rangefinder off by holding down the < > and < > buttons together for about 8 sec. Wait a while before restarting the rangefinder by pressing the power button. Display problems The shooting date and time displayed are incorrect.
Error message ( 1 ) Cause and countermeasures If there is a problem with the Rangefinder, an error message will appear. Follow the on-screen instructions. If the problem persists, write down the error message and request service.
Information Display Shooting and ranging picture Playback Screen Shooting and ranging picture Magnification Crosshairs sign Aim at the target you want to measure. Position the target at the center of the mark. SLOPE (slope compensated value) yd/ranging value yd Ranging failed Exposure compensation amount Ranging and photo shooting sign Temperature warning...
Playback Screen Movie playback Magnification SLOPE (slope compensated value) yd/ranging value yd Playback number/Total images recorded Exposure compensation amount Movie recording time Battery level Return icon Shooting Date Caution If the image was taken by another camera, certain shooting information may not be displayed.
Specifications Range Ranging range (straight-line distance) Approx. 7.0 ~ 800yd./Approx. 6.4 ~ 732m Ranging accuracy (according to Canon test standards to measure the straight-line distance) Less than 100yd.(91m) ±1.0yd. (±0.91m) More than 100yd.(91m) ±2.0yd. (±1.83m) Stage representation Addition and subtraction distance (upper stage): 0.5yd./0.5m Straight-line distance (bottom stage): 0.5yd./0.5m...
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Dioptric adjustment Approx. -3.0 to +1.0m (dpt) Actual field 35mm equivalent EL 410mm Other than video recording: Approx. 6.0° Video recording: Approx. 5.5° 35mm equivalent EL 820mm Other than video recording: Approx. 3.0° Video recording: Approx. 2.8° Camera Effective sensor size 1/3"...
Lens Focal length 51.0 mm (35 mm equivalent: equivalent to approx. 410 mm) Telescope zoom Equivalent to approximately 410 mm Photo shooting: Approx. 6 times Video recording: Approx. 6 times Approximately equivalent to 820 mm (during digital zoom) Photo shooting: Approx. 12 times Video recording: Approx.
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Recording system Image recording format Compliant to Design rule for Camera File system 2.0 and Exif 2.31 Image type Still photos: JPEG Movies: MP4 Still photo recording Rrecorded pixels Approx. 11.0 megapixels (3840×2880) *Image quality adjustment not available. *The image quality of the tele side is degraded due to digital zoom. Aspect ratio Fixed at 4:3 and not adjustable Movie recording...
Frame rate When set to NTSC: 30.00 / 24.00fps When set to PAL: 25.00 fps Upper limit of shooting time at one time 0 min. 59 sec. Total recording time available Approx. 33 min. 32GB Approx. 132 min. 128GB Approx. 530 min. Card performance requirements (movie recording) SD Speed Class 6 or higher Video system...
External interface Terminal type USB Type-C™ Battery used A rechargeable lithium-ion battery is built into the body. * Non-user-replaceable. Charging temperature Approx. 5–40°C / Approx. 41–104°F Number of shots available Approx. 200 shots * When the new product battery is fully charged, at 23°C / 73°F. Time available for movie recording Approx.
Dimensions and weight Dimensions Approx. 31 (W) × 58.9 (H) × 91.2 (D) mm Approx. 1.22 (W) × 2.32 (H) × 3.59 (D) in. Weight Approx. 151 g (including card) / approx. 150 g (body only) Operating environment Possible temperature used 0–40°C (32–104°F) Possible humidity used 10–90%...
Before Disposal Caution DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL REGULATIONS. Note A screwdriver for M1.4 Phillips head screws is recommended for screw removal. 1. Turn the Rangefinder off. 2. As shown in the figure, pull the front cover rubber upward and remove 3.
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4. Pull out the front cover U of the rangefinder as shown in Figure ( ① ) and disconnect the connector as shown in Figure ( ② ). 5. Disconnect the FPC connector (2 places).
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6. Before removing the battery, the black tape should be removed as shown in Figure ( ① ) ; When pulling out the battery, the metal plate needs to be lifted slightly towards the front as shown in Figure ( ② ) . 7.
Trademarks and Licensing Trademarks About MPEG-4 Licensing Accessories Trademarks Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. App Store and macOS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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About MPEG-4 Licensing “This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compliant video that was encoded only (1) for a personal and non- commercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to provide MPEG-4 compliant video.
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Canon accessories. Therefore, using this product with genuine accessories is highly recommended. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as malfunction, fire, etc. caused by the failure of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery). Please note that...
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