Bushnell Yardage Pro Laser User manual

Your BUSHNELL YARDAGE PRO is a precision instrument designed to provide
many years of enjoyment. This booklet will help you achieve optimum
performance by explaining its adjustments and features as well as how to care
for this precise laser rangefinding instrument. To ensure optimal performance
and longevity, please read these instructions before using your BUSHNELL
YARDAGE PRO.
INTRODUCTION
The BUSHNELL YARDAGE PRO emits invisible, eyesafe, infrared energy pulses.
Sophisticated circuitry and a high-speed clock are used to instantaneously
calculate distances, by measuring the time it takes for each pulse to travel from
the rangefinder, to the target, and back.
The ranging accuracy of the BUSHNELL YARDAGE PRO is plus or minus one yard
/ meter under most circumstances. The maximum range of the instrument
depends on the reflectivity of the target. The maximum distance for most objects
is 700 yards / 640 meters while for highly reflective objects the maximum is 999
yards/913meters. Note: Youwill getboth longerand shortermaximum distances
depending on the reflective properties of the particular target and the
environmental conditions at the time the object is being distanced to.
The color, surface finish, size and shape of the target all affect reflectivity and
range. The brighter the color, the longer the range. Red is highly reflective, for
example, and allows longer ranges than the color black, which is the least
reflective color. A shiny finish provides more range than a dull one. A small target
is more difficult to range than a larger target. The angle to the target also has an
effect. Shooting to a target at a 90 degree angle (where the target surface is
perpendicularto theflight pathofthe emittedenergy pulses)provides goodrange
while a steep angle on the other hand, provides limited ranging. In addition,
lighting conditions (e.g. the amount of sunlight) will affect the ranging capabilities
oftheunit. Thelesslight(e.g. overcastskies)thefarther theunit’smaximumrange
will be. Conversely, very sunny days will decrease the unit’s maximum range.
OPERATIONAL SUMMARY
While looking through the monocular, depress the power
button once to activate the inview display system (LCD).
AimtheBUSHNELL YARDAGEPROatatargetatleast 20
yards away, depress and hold the power button down
until range reading is displayed. Release the power
button. Note: Once activated, the BUSHNELL
YARDAGE PRO’s LCD will remain active and display
the last distance measurement for 30 seconds. You can
depress the power button again at any time to distance
to a new target. As with any laser device, it is not
recommended to directly view the emissions for long periods of
time with magnified lenses.
FEATURES
The BUSHNELL YARDAGE PRO’s sophisticated circuitry allows you to select
between various units of measure and targeting modes. In addition, your
BUSHNELL YARDAGE PRO’s LCD incorporates illuminated indicators that advise
you when the laser is active, what the quality level (a measure of reflectivity) of
the target is, what the precision tolerances of a specific measurement are and
when the battery charge is low. A summary of these features is presented below:
UNIT OF MEASURE OPTIONS
The BUSHNELL YARDAGE PRO can be used to measure distances in yards or
meters.The unitof measureindicatorsare locatedin thelower rightportionofthe
LCD. To select between yards and meters, look through the monocular, depress
the "mode" button and hold it down for approximately 5 seconds. If you are
changing from yards to meters, a change in unit of measure will be indicated by
the illumination of the METER indicator while the YARD indicator is turned off. If
you are changing from meters to yards, the opposite will occur. Note: The
BUSHNELL YARDAGE PRO will return to the last setting used, each time the unit
is turned on.
TARGETING MODES
Standard (LCD Indicator - none)This setting allows most targets to be distanced
up to 700 yards. Used for moderately reflective targets that are typical of most
distancing situations. The minimum distance in the standard mode is 20 yards.
SCAN (LCD Indicator - "SCAN") This mode allows the range to be continuously
updated for 10 seconds when the fire button remains depressed. It can be used
to scan an area containing several objects or a single object that is moving.
NOTE: Objects further away require a slower scanning pace than objects a
closer distance. The minimum distance in this mode is the same as in the
standard mode.
To select between these modes, while looking through the monocular, depress
and release the mode button. Each successive depression of the mode button
will activate a different mode designation in the following order: 1) Standard (no
indicator), 2) Scan ("SCAN"), NOTE: The BUSHNELL YARDAGE PRO will return
to the last setting used, each time the unit is turned-on.
ILLUMINATING INDICATORS
ACTIVE LASER (LCD Indicator– "LASER")– Located in theupper left portionofthe
LCD. When illuminated, indicates that energy pulsesare being emitted fromunit.
TARGET QUALITY GAUGE (LCD Indicator – "TARGET QUALITY") - Located in the
uppermiddleportion oftheLCD. Gauge indicatingamount of energypulses being
receivedback fromthe target. Gaugeis calibratedto fillsquares fromlefttoright.
The higher the number of returning energy pulses, the greater the number of
squares that will fill with illumination. This gauge can be used to scan across a
target that is difficult to acquire to find the most reflective point for ranging (see
Trouble Shooting Table).
PRECISION PARAMETER INDICATOR (LCD Indicator – "PRECISION") – When
illuminated, indicates the distance measurement is within plus or minus 1 yard or
meter. If it is not illuminated after obtaining a measurement, the distance
measurementis withinplus orminus 3yards ormeters.
LOW BATTERY CHARGE (LCD Indicator – "BATT") -
When illuminated, indicates the battery charge is
low and battery should be replaced with a 9-volt
alkaline battery.
SPECIFICATIONS
OPTICAL DESIGN
The BUSHNELL YARDAGE PRO features a Perma Focus®monocular optical
system for viewing your target. A liquid crystal display (LCD) is mounted within
the optical system and when activated, displays a reticle for targeting, yard /
meterandmode designations,atarget qualitygauge,as wellasprecisionandlow
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Mode Button
Power Button
Monocular
Lit. # 98-0030/04-02
Battery Compartment
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battery indicators. Inherent in the manufacturing process are small black spots
that appear in the optical system. These are a natural characteristic of the
LCD,cannotbe fully eliminatedin the manufacturingprocess and donot affectthe
distancing performance of the unit.
•Dimensions: 2.25 x 3.5 x 4.75 inches
• Weight: 10.4 oz.
• Accuracy: +/- 1 yard
• Magnification: 4x
•Display: LCD (even and odd numbers)
•Power Source: 9 - volt alkaline battery (user supplied)
• FOV: 300 ft. @ 1000 yards
• Total Eye Relief: 25mm
• Exit Pupil: 4.2 mm
• Water resistant
• Modes: Standard & Scan
•20-yard / 18 meters minimum, 999 yards / 913 meters to a reflective target, 700
yards / 640 meters to a tree, 300 yards / 274 meters to a flag
• Includes carrying case
CLEANING
Gently blow away any dust or debris on the lenses (or use a soft lens brush). To
remove dirt or fingerprints, clean with a soft cotton cloth, rubbing in a circular
motion. Use of a coarse cloth or unnecessary rubbing may scratch the lens
surface and eventually cause permanent damage. For a more thorough cleaning,
photographic lens tissue and photographic-type lens cleaning fluid or isopropyl
alcohol may be used. Always apply the fluid to the cleaning cloth - never directly
on the lens.
WARRANTY / REPAIR
TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Your Bushnell®product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship
for two years after the date of purchase. In the event of a defect under this warranty, we
will, at our option, repair or replace the product, provided that you return the product
postage prepaid. This warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, improper
handling, installation, or maintenance provided by someone other than a Bushnell
Authorized Service Department.
Any return made under this warranty must be accompanied by the items listed below:
1) A check/money order in the amount of $10.00 to cover the
cost of postage and handling
2) Name and address for product return
3) An explanation of the defect
4) Proof of Date Purchased
5) Product should be well packed in a sturdy outside shipping carton,
to prevent damage in transit, with return postage prepaid to the
address listed below:
IN U.S.A. SEND TO: IN CANADA SEND TO:
Bushnell Performance Optics Bushnell Performance Optics
Attn.: Repairs Attn.: Repairs
8500 Marshall Drive 25A East Pearce Street, Unit 1
Lenexa, Kansas 66214 Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 2M9
For products purchased outside the United States or Canada please contact your local
dealer for applicable warranty information. In Europe you may also contact Bushnell
at: 33 141 44 94 80
Bushnell Performance Optics Service Centre
Columbusstraat 25
3165 AC Rotterdam
The Netherlands* This warranty gives you specific legal rights.
You may have other rights which vary from country to country.
©2002 Bushnell Corporation
Before returning for repair, consult the Trouble Shooting Table.
TROUBLE SHOOTING TABLE
If unit does not turn on - LCD does not illuminate:
• Depress power button.
• Check and if necessary, replace battery.
If unit powers down (display goes blank when attempting to power the laser):
•The battery is either weak or low quality. Replace the battery with a good
quality alkaline battery.
There is no reset button to clear last range reading before ranging another target:
•The last range reading does not need to be cleared before ranging another
target. Simply aim at the new target using the LCD’s reticle, depress the
power button and hold until new range reading is displayed.
Target range cannot be obtained:
• Make sure LCD is illuminated.
•Make sure that the power button is being depressed (as opposed to
mode button).
•Make sure that nothing, such as your hand or finger, is blocking the objective
lenses (lenses closest to the target) that emit and receive the laser pulses.
•Make sure unit is held steady while depressing power button.
•A less reflective target will require you to scan its surface to find the most
reflectivepointinorderto obtainadistance. Todothis,hold thepowerbutton
and scan its surface to find the most reflective point in order to obtain a
distance. To do this, hold the power button and scan LCD reticle across the
target’s surface to try and register a "hit" (indicated when the first square
illuminates), stabilize the unit in place and hold the power button until a
reading is displayed.
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