DragonEye SPEED LIDAR User manual

Operator Manual
Canadian OPP Version
Doc: 30508 Rev. 02
DragonEye
SPEED LIDAR
®
© 2013 by DragonEye Technology, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this
document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means,
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written permission of DragonEye Technology, LLC.

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Table of Contents
Introduction .........................................................................................5
Notices and Precautions ......................................................................6
Caution: Class 1 Laser Product.........................................................6
Caution: Precision Instrument .........................................................6
Caution: Use Care When Cleaning Optics........................................6
Caution: Do not Point the Device at the Sun ...................................7
Unpacking and Checking the LIDAR Device .........................................7
Diagram, Controls and Displays ...........................................................7
Display Descriptions.......................................................................10
Rear Panel Display (LIDAR in Speed Mode) ...................................10
Head-Up Display (LIDAR in Speed Mode) ......................................10
Controls and Indicators..................................................................11
Laser Fire Trigger........................................................................11
Rear Panel Controls....................................................................12
Mode Control.............................................................................12
Daily Test Initiation ....................................................................13
HUD Brightness Control .............................................................13
Rear Panel Display Backlight ......................................................13
Volume Control ..........................................................................13
Weather/Obstruction Control....................................................14
Menu/Exit Menu........................................................................14
Up and Down Arrows.................................................................15
Enter Button...............................................................................15

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Battery Voltage Indications .......................................................15
Jam / ECM Attempt Indication...................................................16
Basic Operation..................................................................................16
Battery Installation ........................................................................17
Powering On ..................................................................................17
Selecting Speed Mode ...................................................................18
Using the HUD Sighting System .....................................................18
Roadside Setup ..............................................................................19
Measuring Vehicle Speeds.............................................................19
Speed Display Lock.........................................................................20
Speed Display Lock Retention........................................................21
Range Mode...................................................................................21
Advanced Controls and Modes..........................................................22
Weather and Obstruction Modes..................................................22
Normal Mode.............................................................................23
Weather Mode...........................................................................23
Obstruction Mode......................................................................23
Minimum and Maximum Ranges (Range Window).......................24
Direction Filter ...............................................................................26
Differential Distance: LIDAR in Metric Units (KPH)....................26
Timed Distance Mode....................................................................27
Load Defaults .................................................................................30
ECCM Control.................................................................................30
Input / Output Port........................................................................30

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Recommended Daily Test ..................................................................31
Daily Recommended Test ..............................................................31
Fixed Target Distance.....................................................................31
Alignment Test ...............................................................................32
Certification........................................................................................33
Maintenance and General Care .........................................................33
Cleaning..........................................................................................33
Storage ...........................................................................................34
General Handling ...........................................................................34
LIMITED WARRANTY ..........................................................................35
Troubleshooting and Service .............................................................37
Specifications .....................................................................................38
Appendix A –Cosine Effect ................................................................40

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a DragonEye Technology product.
The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® is a high performance electro-optical
product providing accurate speed and distance measurements
custom designed for the law enforcement community. The LIDAR
provides pinpoint target identification via its clear head up display
targeting system and fast target acquisition using sophisticated,
robust data processing algorithms. The DragonEye Speed LIDAR was
designed for light-weight operation and long battery life. It provides
numerous useful settings and features including advanced ECCM
(Electronic Counter Counter Measures), weather/obstruction modes
and a USB interface for easy data interface and upgrades.
Most importantly, each DragonEye Speed LIDAR® comes with the
support of one of the most knowledgeable speed enforcement
expert witness teams in the industry having defended LIDAR systems
since their inception in the early 1990’s.

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Notices and Precautions
Caution: Class 1 Laser Product
The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® is a Class 1 Laser product in
accordance with U.S. 21CFR parts 1040.10 and 1040.11, which is safe
for use in all intended operation modes. However, standard
precautions should always be taken with laser products:
Avoid staring into the output aperture of the device,
Avoid directing the LIDAR at other individuals for prolonged
periods,
Do not direct the output of the LIDAR at anyone using optical
instruments such as binoculars as this will increase the risk of
eye hazard.
Caution--use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
Caution: Precision Instrument
Your LIDAR system is built to be durable and robust. However, like
any precision optical instrument, care should be taken to protect the
unit from drops and hard impacts. Store the unit in a cool dry place
when possible. Avoid temperature extremes beyond -30°C and 60°C
when possible.
Caution: Use Care When Cleaning Optics
Glass surfaces should be cleaned with a soft cloth or tissue and
water. Isopropyl Alcohol (rubbing alcohol) can be used if needed.
Use water and a mild soap to clean the housing if necessary. Avoid

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the use of acetone (nail polish remover) or other strong cleaning
solutions as these may damage the polymer housing materials.
Caution: Do not Point the Device at the Sun
Do not aim you LIDAR directly at the sun as this could damage
internal components.
Unpacking and Checking the LIDAR Device
The basic DragonEye Speed LIDAR® unit includes the follow items:
1. DragonEye Speed LIDAR® unit
2. Two “C”Cell Batteries
3. Carrying Case
4. Operator’s Manual (DVD)
5. Optional 8 X Magnification Monocular
Your DragonEye Speed LIDAR® may have come with special
accessories. Please check for packing lists or special instructions
with any additional items.
Diagram, Controls and Displays
Use the diagrams and descriptions in this section to quickly
familiarize yourself with the DragonEye Speed LIDAR® controls and
features.
The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® is a compact easy to use speed and
distance measurement tool. The system has a four point rubber
cushioning system to minimize the shock of unintended impacts.
The following diagram shows the locations of the key external
features of the device.

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Receiver Aperture
Transmitter Aperture
Laser Trigger
Battery Compartment
Head Up Display
Rear Panel Display
Control Keypad
Data Connector
Accessory Attachment
Points

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Display Descriptions
The following figures show typical displays for both the rear panel
and (Head-Up Display) HUD. Special menu displays and HUD
indicators will be covered in their respective sections of this manual.
Rear Panel Display (LIDAR in Speed Mode)
Head-Up Display (LIDAR in Speed Mode)
HUD Aiming
Reticle
-36
Low Battery
Indicator
Speed Display
Weather /
Obstruction
Indicator
Speed Display
with Units
Vehicle Range
with Units
Low Battery
Indicator
Weather /
Obstruction
Indicator
Target Acquired
Indicator
Indicates Unit in
Power-Save
(Sleep) Mode
261.3
TARGET-LOCKED
POWER-SAVE
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M

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Controls and Indicators
The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® has an ergonomically styled handle
with a sealed laser fire trigger and an easy to use back panel keypad
to select modes of operation and tailor settings for particular
conditions. The most frequently used functions have been assigned
a dedicated button to allow for extremely fast setup and operation.
Following is a description of the available controls for your LIDAR
system. Additional details are provided in the “Advanced Controls
and Modes” section.
Laser Fire Trigger
The Laser Fire Trigger is used to turn-on the DragonEye Speed
LIDAR® when the unit is off and to initiate laser firing when the unit
is awake and ready. Simply click the trigger and the LIDAR will wake
up and be ready to fire in a fraction of a second.

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Rear Panel Controls
All remaining controls are located on the rear panel, adjacent to the
display. The following diagram shows the location of the various
buttons. Further descriptions of the button functions are detailed in
the following sections.
Note: Some control buttons are dual use and their secondary function
is indicated by the blue symbol located below the primary symbol on
the button. These secondary functions are active only in “menu
mode” after pressing the button.
Mode Control
Pressing toggles between Distance and Speed Measurement
Modes. In Speed Mode the rear display will show KPH and M for
Kilometers per Hour and Metres. In Range Mode the display will
simply show “M” for range measured in Metres.
Self Test
Mode (Speed /
Range)
Menu
Weather /
Obstruction &
Enter
HUD Brightness
& Up Arrow
Volume &
Down Arrow

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Note: the LIDAR is factory set for Metric units and cannot be
changed by the operator.
Daily Test Initiation
Press to initiate the system Daily Test sequence. The
operator will be prompted to complete each test required. During
the test all critical internal timing electronics and software
components are checked. Also, all display components are
illuminated to allow the user to verify proper operation. A pass or
fail indication is given at the end of the self-test. A “pass” indication
then returns the operator to the current mode of operation, while a
“fail” indication will halt operation indicating the need for service.
HUD Brightness Control
Use the button to toggle through the six HUD Brightness
levels. (Note: Level 1 and Level 2 are typically used for night
operation only and will most likely not be visible in normal daylight
conditions!)
Rear Panel Display Backlight
The backlight for the rear panel display is fully automated and does
not have an on/off control. The backlight will be illuminated after
each range or speed reading. It will be switched off during targeting.
Volume Control
The button toggles through the three volume levels for the
audible target tracking indicator. The audio cannot be muted.

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Weather/Obstruction Control
The button toggles the system through three environmental
modes. In addition, this button is used to verify each testing
sequence during the Daily Test.
1) Weather Mode: Ellipse and rain indicator on; minimum
range of device set to approximately 76 metres
2) Obstruction Mode: Only ellipse indicator is on; minimum
range is adjusted to ignore obstruction by requiring the
obstruction to be targeted with an initial range reading, and
then verified with enter button; (see “Advanced Controls
and Modes”)
3) Normal Mode: No indicators on; no change in minimum
range of the LIDAR.
Menu/Exit Menu
The button is used to enter and exit the LIDAR’s Menu
system. The Menu system allows the operator to adjust certain
parameters and features as well as enter the Time/Distance mode.
(See “Advanced Controls and Modes”)
After the Menu button is pressed, the blue functions on the dual use
buttons become active. After all settings have been selected,
pressing again will exit the menu system. The general
description of blue function buttons are as follows:

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Up and Down Arrows
While in the Menu system, the buttons are used to
navigate through the menu options, to highlight a desired item, or to
scroll through various values.
Enter Button
The button is used to select or activate a particular menu item
or value.
Battery Voltage Indications
When the LIDAR unit’s batteries begin to run low on power, the
battery indicator will illuminate on both the rear panel display and
HUD. (Note: The rear panel low battery symbol will be partially filled
in). The unit may continue to be used, and may last a considerable
amount of time particularly with low volume settings; however a
replacement set of batteries should be handy to avoid down time.
When the batteries reach the end of their capacity, the rear panel
will display:
The unit will then automatically countdown to turn off.
Battery Voltage
Critical
Shutdown
in 5 Seconds
FT

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Note: Significant gains in battery life can be realized by setting the
audio and HUD brightness settings at the lowest levels required for
your environment. Even if you have received the “Battery Voltage
Critical Warning”, you may be able to restart the LIDAR and gain
usable time by switching the brightness and volume to the lowest
acceptable levels.
Jam / ECM Attempt Indication
The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® contains sophisticated counter
measures to defeat LIDAR “Jamming” devices available in the
consumer market place, while continuing to display accurate speed
calculations. The system also indicates when a jammer or other
Electronic Counter Measure (ECM) is detected on the target vehicle
by displaying the phrase “Jam ECM” on the rear display and flashing
the “” symbol in the HUD. Note that extremely bright surfaces
on the target vehicle, such as high beam headlights or sun reflections
can cause the jam indicators to turn on. If you experience any
difficulty locking in a speed reading when “Jam” is indicated, try
moving the HUD aiming point to another location on the vehicle.
Basic Operation
The following sections give an overview of the basic operation of the
DragonEye Speed LIDAR® for normal speed measurement
applications. Be sure to review the “Recommended System Checks”
section to understand the suggested daily performance checks and
periodic certifications. Additional details of special features and
other operation modes are given in “Advanced Controls and Modes”
sections.

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Battery Installation
Unscrew the end cap at the bottom of the
handle by turning counter-clockwise.
Insert two “C” cell batteries, positive end first,
into the handle compartment. Replace the
end cap and screw clockwise until the cap is
securely in place. Do not over tighten!
Note: The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® is designed
to use quality alkaline “C” cells from brand
name manufacturers. The device also
functions with rechargeable NiMH “C” cells supplied with the
optional “Rechargeable Battery Kit”.
Caution: The LIDAR’s battery end cap forms part of the watertight
seal protecting the unit from rain and moisture. Please be sure to
change batteries in a dry environment.
Powering On
When fresh batteries are installed, the unit will NOT automatically
power up. Simply click the laser fire trigger to turn on the unit. The
LIDAR’s rear panel and Head-Up Displays will activate.
Note: If the LIDAR is inactive for a period of time, it will
automatically power down to conserve battery life. If this happens,
simply click the fire trigger again to wake up the unit.

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Selecting Speed Mode
The LIDAR will normally power up in “Speed” mode, unless it was
recently used in a different mode. If “Speed” mode is not displayed
on power up, simply press until the back panel displays:
Using the HUD Sighting System
The Head-Up display provides a precision aiming reticle, speed
reading, and other status information. To find the sighting reticle,
click the trigger to wake up the LIDAR and look directly through the
HUD letting your eyes focus on a target well in front of the LIDAR
unit. If you haven’t used a HUD device before, it might take a minute
or two for your eyes to adjust the first time.
(Note: Make sure the LIDAR’s brightness setting is on medium or high
if working in daylight.)
KPH
M
HUD Aiming
Reticle

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The LIDAR’s laser beam is invisible, but will be contained within the
aiming reticle. This is your aim point for target vehicles.
Roadside Setup
When first learning to use the DragonEye Speed LIDAR®, it is best to
select a straight stretch of roadway with a line of sight of 150 metres
or more.(or follow your provincial program)
Approaching or receding vehicles should be targeted such that your
line of sight through the HUD is as parallel as possible to the path of
the target vehicle. This will minimize the “cosine effect” as described
in Appendix A of this manual. (Note: The cosine effect applies to
both RADAR and LIDAR systems and always results in a slightly lower
than actual reading.) A good rule of thumb for approximately
straight roadways is to target a vehicle at a range which is at least
ten times the operator’s perpendicular distance to the vehicles lane
of travel. For example, if the operator is 9 metres from the vehicle’s
lane of travel, the vehicle should be targeted at 300 feet (90m), or
greater. This would result in a measured speed reading which was
approximately 0.5% less than actual.
Measuring Vehicle Speeds
For approaching targets, aim the LIDAR’s reticle at the front grill or
front license plate of the vehicle. Good targets for receding vehicles
are the license plate or tail lights. Use the boundaries of the reticle
pattern to ensure only the intended vehicle is being targeted.
Squeeze and hold the laser fire trigger while maintaining your aim.
You may hear an intermittent audible tone as the LIDAR searches for
a valid target signal. You will also see “----“displayed in the HUD
indicating the laser is firing and a reading is being acquired. Once
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lower frequency tone. When the data from the vehicle reaches an
acceptable accuracy level, audible tone will switch to a continuous,
higher frequency and the vehicle speed reading will be displayed in
the HUD and on the back panel.
Note: At typical distances the above acquisition sequence can happen
very quickly and you may simply hear the high frequency tone and
see the speed display immediately.
A positive speed reading will be shown for an approaching vehicle,
while receding vehicles are indicated with a negative reading. (Note:
Both the HUD and the back panel will show a “-“sign for receding
vehicles.)
The DragonEye Speed LIDAR® will continuously update the target’s
speed reading at an approximate rate of 3 times per second as long
as the trigger is depressed and the data quality is acceptable. While
not required, it is recommended to track the vehicle for at least 1
second to establish robust confidence in the speed reading.
Speed Display Lock
Once a desired speed reading is acquired, the operator can “lock”
the speed reading on the rear panel display by simply releasing the
laser fire trigger. If a speed reading is lost after tracking a vehicle,
the last speed reading will flash for approximately two seconds,
giving the operator an opportunity to lock in the vehicle’s speed.
Note: The flashing speed reading will be immediately over written if
the operator acquires a new speed reading.