Hilti PD 30 User manual

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PDAW 80-1
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PDA 50
PDA 60
PDA 61
PDA 62
PDA 70
PDAW 80 / 81-3
PDAW 81-1
PDAW 80 / 81-2
PDAW 80 / 81-1
PDA 81
PDA 80
PUA 60
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PD 30 laser range meter Contents
It is essential that the operating
instructions are read before the range
meter is used the first time.
Always keep these operating instruc-
tions together with the tool.
Ensure that the operating instructions
are with the range meter when it is
given to other persons.
Component parts

햲Laser exit aperture
햳Control panel
햴Receiving lens
햵Plastic casing
햶Horizontal bubble
햷Battery compartment
햸Folding spike
햹Graphic display of operating status
햺Metal contact points for precise meas-
urement (3x rear)
햻Metal supports for precise measure-
ment (3x underneath)
Contents
1. General information. . . . . . . . . . 3
1.1. Safety notices and their meaning 3
1.2. Pictograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.3. Location of identification data on
the range meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2. Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.1. Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2. Items supplied . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3. Measuring principle . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.4. Range meter functions . . . . . . . . 4
2.4.1. General range meter functions . . 4
3. Tools and accessories . . . . . . . . 5
3.1. PDA 50 target plate. . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.2. PDA 80 / 81charging kits . . . . . . 5
3.3. PDAW 80-1 mains adaptor . . . . . 5
3.4. PDAW 80 / 81-2 car battery plug 6
3.5. PDAW 80 / 81-1 charging adaptor 6
3.6. PDAW 80 / 81-3 battery pack . . . 6
3.7. PDAW 81-1 mains adaptor . . . . . 6
3.8. PUA 60 laser visibility glasses . . 6
3.9. Belt clip PDA 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.10. Measuring extension PDA 70 . . . 6
4. Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5. Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5.1. Basic safety information . . . . . . . 8
5.2. Misuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5.3 General safety precautions . . . . . 8
5.4. Proper organization of workplace 9
5.4.1. Electromagnetic compatibility. . . 9
5.4.2. Laser classification . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5.4.3. Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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Contents
6. Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6.1. Inserting alkaline / rechargeable
batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6.2. Battery charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6.2.1. Standard charging of batteries . 10
6.2.2. Fast battery charging . . . . . . . . 11
6.3. Switching the range meter On
and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
6.3.1. Initial distances measurement . 11
6.4. Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
6.4.1. Activating the setting menu . . . 12
6.4.2. Menu / Beep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
6.4.3. Menu / Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
6.4.4. Terminating the menu. . . . . . . . 12
7. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.1. General controls . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.1.1. Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.1.2. On and switch keys. . . . . . . . . . 12
7.1.3. Measure keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
7.1.4. Function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
7.2. Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
7.2.1. Symbols displayed . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.2.2. Display illumination . . . . . . . . . 15
7.3. Measuring distances. . . . . . . . . 15
7.3.1. Measuring references . . . . . . . 15
7.3.2. Measuring distances step by step 15
7.3.3. Measurement mode . . . . . . . . . 16
7.3.4. Measuring from corners . . . . . . 17
7.3.5. Measuring with the aid of
target objects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
7.3.6. Measuring in bright surroundings17
7.3.7. Taking measurements to
rough surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7.3.8. Taking measurements to
round or inclined surfaces . . . . 18
7.3.9. Taking measurements to
wet or shiny surfaces . . . . . . . . 18
7.3.10. Taking measurements to
transparent surfaces . . . . . . . . . 18
7.3.11. Measuring ranges . . . . . . . . . . . 18
8. Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8.1. Measurement data memory . . . 19
8.1.1. Saving measurements . . . . . . . 19
8.1.2. Historical data memory. . . . . . . 19
8.2. Area measurement . . . . . . . . . . 19
8.3. Volume measurement. . . . . . . . 20
8.4. Adding distances . . . . . . . . . . . 21
8.5. Subtracting distances . . . . . . . . 21
8.6. Setting out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
9. Calibration and adjustment . . . 23
9.1. Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
9.2. Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
9.3. Hilti calibration service . . . . . . . 23
10. Care and maintenance. . . . . . . 24
10.1. Cleaning and drying . . . . . . . . . 24
10.2. Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
10.3. Transportation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
11. Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
12. Manufacturer's warranty –
tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
13. FCC statement (applicable
in USA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
14. EC declaration of conformity . . 26
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1. General information
1. General information
1.1 Safety notices and their meaning
- CAUTION -
This word indicates a possibly hazardous
situation which could result in slight bodily
injuries or damage to property.
- NOTE -
This word indicates information to help the
user employ the product efficiently, and
other useful notes.
1.2 Pictograms
Warning signs
Symbols
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These numbers refer to the correspon-
ding illustrations. The illustrations
can be found on the fold-out cover pages.
Keep these pages open when studying the
operating instructions. In these operating
instructions, the PD 30 laser range meter is
referred to as "the range meter".
1.3 Location of identification data on the
range meter
The type designation and serial number
can be found on the rating plate on the
range meter. Make a note of this data in
your operating instructions and always
refer to it when making an enquiry to your
Hilti representative or service department.
Type :
Serial-No.: ___________
General warning
Laser class 2
(Do not stare into the
beam.)
Read the operating
instructions before
use.
Return waste material
for recycling.
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
620-690nm/0.95mW max.
STARE INTO BEAM
LASER RADIATION - DO NOT 2
1/4 s
319548 C/11.04
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
AVOID EXPOSURE
Laser radiation is emitted
from this aperture
Hilti = registered trademark of Hilti Corporation,
Schaan, LI
Type: PD 30
Made in
Germany
DIN EN 60825-1:2003
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2. Description
2. Description
The distance is determined along an
emitted laser beam up to the surface where
the laser beam is reflected. The red laser
spot clearly identifies the target from which
the measurement is taken.
The measuring range depends on the
reflectivity and the surface structure of the
target surface.
2.1 Intended use
The range meter is designed for the:
– Measurement of distances
– Calculation of areas, volumes and distances
– Addition and subtraction of distances
– Operation and storage in the specified
temperatures
2.2 Items supplied
1 PD 30 laser range meter
1 PDA 60 hand strap
2 Type AA batteries
1 soft pouch
1 Operating instructions
1 Producer Certificate
2.3 Measuring principle
The range meter emits a visible laser beam
with measuring waves, which are reflected
returning with a phase shift. The phase
shift is used to determine the distance.
This measuring principle permits highly
accurate and reliable distance measure-
ments to objects without special reflectors.
2.4 Range meter functions
2.4.1 General range meter functions
Reference point shift On / off
Measure key
Subtraction of distances
Addition of distances
Battery charging contacts
Area function
Volume function
Liquid display
Horizontal bubble level
Spike
Display illumination
phi
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3. Tools and accessories
3. Tools and accessories
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Description Designation
Target plate PDA 50
Hand strap PDA 60
Soft pouch PDA 61
Belt clip PDA 62
Measuring extension PDA 70
Charging kit PDA 80
Charging kit PDA 81
Mains adaptor PDAW 80-1
Mains adaptor PDAW 81-1
Car battery plug PDAW 80/81-2
Charging adaptor PDAW 80/81-1
Battery pack PDAW 80/81-3
Laser visibility glasses* PUA 60
* These are not laser safety
glasses and do not protect the
eyes from laser radiation. The
laser visibility glasses restrict
colour vision. Therefore these
are not permitted to be worn
by a person driving on a public
road, and must not be used
look straight into the sun.
3.1 PDA 50 target plate
The PDA 50 target plate is made of durable
plastic with a special reflective coating. In
poor light conditions, it is advisable to use
the target plate for distances above 10 m
(30 ft).
- NOTE -
– For reliable distance measurements the
laser beam should be perpendicular to
the target plate whenever possible. If this
not the case, the laser spot on the target
plate may not be in the same plane as
the target point and the distance
measured will be incorrect.
– For very accurate measurements using
the target plate, 1.2 mm (1/20 inch)
should be added to the measured
distances.
3.2 PDA 80 / 81 charging kits
The PDA 80 and PDA 81 charging kits
enables the use of the range meters with
rechargeable cells. The battery charging
time takes approx.12 hours for empty cells.
However, sufficient current is charged
within the first 15 minutes – for 150 - 200
measurements.
Please also refer to the description of
battery charging in section 6. Getting started.
Contents of PDA 80 charging kit
– Mains adaptor 100 – 240 V AC
with 2-pole Europlug
– Car battery plug
– Charging adaptor for range meter
– 2 chargeable battery cells (NiMH)
Contents of PDA 81 charging kit
– Mains adaptor 100 – 240 V AC
with 4 interchangeable plugs for US,
GB, AUS, EU.
– Car battery plug
– Charging adaptor for range meter
– 2 chargeable battery cells (NiMH)
3.3 PDAW 80-1 mains adaptor
The mains adaptor is an integral part of the
charging kit. It is equipped with a two pin
plug. The mains adaptor transforms the
power supply from alternating current to
direct current which is used to charge the
batteries. The mains adaptor automatically
adjusts itself to suit an AC voltage between
100 - 240 V and 50 - 60 Hz. The mains
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3. Tools and accessories
adaptor has been specially designed to
supply current to the charging adaptor.
- NOTE -
Battery chargers or mains adaptors with
other voltage outputs, such as those for
mobile phones, may not be used. Use of
other battery chargers or mains adaptors
may damage the range meter.
3.4 PDAW 80/81-2 car battery plug
The car battery plug is an integral part of
the PDA 80/81 charging kit. It can be
inserted into a vehicle cigarette lighter or
into sockets of the same design. This
adaptor has a special design and
transforms the 12 - 24 V direct current of a
vehicle battery into a voltage suitable for
the charging adaptor.
A light-emitting diode (LED) is
incorporated in the adaptor to indicate
correct connection for charging. An
additional fuse in the adapters front section
provides protection against voltage peaks.
- NOTE -
As the car battery plug has been especially
designed to charge the NiMH batteries of
the PD 30, it may not be replaced by other
types of car battery plugs.
3.5 PDAW 80/81-1 charging adaptor
The respective mains adaptor supplies
current to the charging adaptor. Prior to
charging the battery, the side flange
connections should be carefully checked.
3.6 PDAW 80/81-3 battery pack
The battery pack consists of two
rechargeable, 1.2-V NiMH cells with a
capacity of approx.1800 mAh. The battery
pack remains in the battery compartment
while being charged.
- NOTE -
– A "memory effect" is virtually
non-existent with this type of batteries
and the charging process used. The
charging process can be interrupted at
any time without damaging the
battery cells.
– Other brands of rechargeable batteries
can be used. It must be ensured,
however, that, as far as possible,
batteries have a similar capacity of
approx. 1800 mAh.
3.7 PDAW 81-1 mains adaptor
This mains adaptor PDAW 81-1 is virtually
identical to the PDAW 80-1 mains adaptor.
The only difference is the type of mains
plugs which are interchangeable plugs.
3.8 PUA 60 laser visibility glasses
The laser visibility glasses clearly improve
the visibility of the laser beam (spot)
3.9 Belt clip PDA 62
The belt clip is made from durable plastics
and is quickly and easily fixed to the belt
using the snapper. For carrying the range
meter snaps into position and easily
detaches when being needed.
3.10. Measuring extension PDA 70
The measuring extension is made from alu-
minium and durable plastic handle.
With the help of the belt clip the range
meter attaches to the measuring extension.
The rear reference extends by 1.270 m /
50 inches. Please also refer to chapter
7.Operation for more explanations how to
change the reference setting to use the
measuring extension.
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4. Technical data
4. Technical data
Power supply
3 V DC
Type: AA (LR6, AM3, Mignon)
Standard: two alkaline primary cells
Optional: rechargeable NiMh cells
Battery status indicator
Battery display with four segments
showing 100%, 75%, 50% and
25 % charged
All segments deleted = empty battery
Measuring range
0.05 m to 200 m (2 inch to 600 ft)
0.05 m (2 inch) from the front edge
Max. distance resolution 750 m
(2,500 ft) Typical measuring range
without target plate:
– Drywall panel, white 70 m (210 ft)
– Concrete, dry 50 m (150 ft)
– Brick, dry 50 m (150 ft)
The maximum range depends on:
– Reflectivity of the target surface
– Ambient light conditions
In case measurements are not
possible, use the Hilti PDA 50
target plate.
Accuracy
±1.5 mm (±1/16 inch) is typical
for individual and continuous
measurements **
** The measuring accuracy is
affected by ± (1.5 mm + 20 ppm) /
± (1/16 inch + 20 ppm) due to
atmospheric conditions. This affect
is typically noticeable at distances >
100 m (> 300 ft).
Smallest unit displayed
1 mm (1/16 inch)
Beam diameter
< 6mm @ 10m (< 0,2 in @ 30 ft)
< 30mm @ 50m (< 1,2 in @ 150 ft)
< 60mm @ 100m (< 2,4 in @ 300 ft)
Basic operating modes
Single measurement
Continuous measurement
Calculation / Functions
Display
Illuminated liquid-crystal display
showing operating status and battery
status
Laser
Visible, 620 – 690 nm, laser class 2
IEC60825-1: 1993+ A1: 1997+A2:
2001/DIN EN60825-1: 2003;
CFR 21 § 1040 [FDA])
Output power: < 1mW
Automatic time-out
Laser 1 min.
Range meter: 10 min.
Battery life at 25°C (77°F)
Max. number of measurements
with single set of batteries.
Alkaline: 15’000 - 20’000
NiMH: 8’000 - 10’000
Operating temperature
- 10°C…+ 50°C (14°F… 122°F)
Storage temperature
- 30°C…+ 70°C (- 22°F… 158°F)
Protection class
Dust and splash-proof, IP 54 as
per IEC529 standard
Weight
220 g / 0,48 lb (without batteries)
Dimensions
120 (L) x 65 (B) x 28 (H) mm
4,7˝ (L) x 2,5" (B) x 1,1" (H)
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5. Safety information
5. Safety information
5.1 Basic safety information
In addition to the safety precautions listed
in the individual sections of these operating
instructions, the following points must be
strictly observed at all times.
5.2 Misuse
The range meter and its accessories can
be a source of hazard if they are not used
properly or not used for the intended
purpose by untrained people.
– Do not use the range meter without
suitable prior instruction.
– Do not render any safety devices
ineffective and do not remove
information and warning notices.
– Have the range meter repaired only at a
Hilti service center. Unauthorized
opening of the range meter may cause
the emission of laser radiation in
excess of class 2.
– No changes or manipulations to the
range meter are allowed.
– Use only original Hilti accessories and
auxiliary tools in order to avoid the risk
of injury.
– Do not use the range meter in
atmospheres where there is a risk of
explosion.
– Use only a clean, soft cloth for cleaning.
If necessary, moisten the cloth slightly
with pure alcohol.
– Keep the range meter out of the reach of
children.
– Measurements taken to plastic foam
materials, such as polystyrene foam,
or to snow or other strongly reflecting
surfaces, may be inaccurate.
– Taking measurements to surfaces with
low reflectivity surrounded by areas
with high reflectivity may lead to
measurement errors.
– Measurements taken through panes of
glass or other objects may be inaccurate.
– Rapid changes of the measuring
conditions, e.g. persons walking
through the laser beam, may lead to
measurement errors.
– Do not direct the range meter towards
the sun or other sources of bright light.
– Do not use the range meter as a levelling
tool.
– If you do not check the range meter
before taking important measurements
and after it has been dropped or
subjected to other mechanical stressing.
– No checking of the setting of the
measuring reference before measuring.
5.3 General safety precautions
Check the range meter for possible damage
before use. If the range meter is found to
be damaged, have it repaired at a Hilti
service centre. The accuracy of the range
meter must be checked after it has been
dropped or subjected to other mechanical
stressing.
– When the range meter is brought into a
warm environment from very cold
conditions, or vice versa, allow it to
become acclimatised before use.
– Although the range meter is designed
for the tough conditions of jobsite use,
it should be treated with care, as other
optical instruments (binoculars,
spectacles, cameras, etc.)
– Although the range meter is protected to
prevent entry of dampness, it should be
wiped dry each time before being put
away in its transport container.
– As a precaution, check the settings you
have made before using the range meter.
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5. Safety information
– When using the circular bubble level
(bull's eye) for alignment, only look at
the range meter from the side.
5.4 Proper organization of workplace
– Secure the area in which you are
measuring. When setting up the range
meter, take care to avoid directing the
beam towards yourself or other people.
– Avoid unfavourable body position when
working on ladders or scaffolding. Make
sure you have a stable stance and avoid
danger of overbalancing at all times.
– Measurements taken through panes of
glass or other objects may be inaccurate.
– Use the range meter only while observing
the specified operating conditions, i.e.
not directed towards a mirror, bright
chromium steel, polished stone, etc.
– Observe the accident prevention regula-
tions in force in the country you are
working.
5.4.1 Electromagnetic compatibility
Although the range meter complies with
the strict requirements of the relevant
guidelines, Hilti cannot entirely rule out
the following possibilities:
– The range meter might cause
interference to other equipment,
e.g. aircraft navigational equipment.
– The range meter might be subject to
interference caused by powerful radia-
tion, which can then lead to incorrect
operation. Check the readings for
plausibility when measuring in these
conditions or if you are unsure of the
results.
5.4.2 Laser classification
The range meter conforms to laser class 2
based on the IEC60825-1: 1993+A1:
1997+A2: 2001/DIN EN60825-1: 2003;
standard and class II based on CFR 21 §
1040 (FDA). These range meters may be
used without need for further protective
measures. The eyelid closure reflex protects
the eyes if a person looks into the beam
unintentionally for a brief moment. The
eyelid closure reflex can, however, be nega-
tively influenced by medication, alcohol or
drugs. Nevertheless, as with the sun, a per-
son should not look directly into sources of
bright light. The laser beam should not be
directed towards persons.
Laser information plates based on
IEC60825-1: 1993+ A1: 1997+A2: 2001/
DIN EN60825-1: 2003;
Laser information plates for the US
based on CFR 21 § 1040 (FDA)
This laser product complies with 21 CFR
1040, as applicable.
5.4.3. Transport
Remove the alkaline or rechargeable
batteries whenever transporting the
range meter.
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6. Getting started
6. Getting started
6.1 Inserting alkaline / rechargeable
batteries
- CAUTION -
– Observe the polarity of the batteries.
(refer to signs inside the battery
compartment.)
– Make sure the battery compartment
is properly locked.
1.Lightly press the lid of the battery
compartment.
2.Slide the lid out and off.
3.Replace the batteries.
- NOTE -
For alkaline batteries
– Always replace a complete set of
batteries.
– Do not mix used and new batteries.
– Do not mix batteries of different makes
or types.
– Use only undamaged batteries of an
approved type.
For rechargeable batteries
– Always use rechargeable batteries of the
same make and same type.
– Always use rechargeable batteries of the
same age and charged to the same level.
– New rechargeable batteries are mostly
empty and have to be charged prior to
first use.
– Use only NiMH batteries with 1.2 V
and 1500 – 2000 mAh capacity.
6.2 Battery charging
6.2.1 Standard charging of batteries
The charging process ensures that the
there will be no "memory effect". In view
of this, charging can begin at any time
regardless of the level to which the battery
is already charged.
Attach the PDAW 80/81-1 charging adaptor
into the range meter 햲.
For charging, either connect the mains
adapter or the car battery plug 햳to the
charging adaptor.
The maximum. charging time is 12 hours.
As with many mobile phones, the level of
charging is shown by movement of
battery display segments.
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6. Getting started
6.2.1.1 Battery charging level display
– The level of charging is indicated by
moving battery status segments
at the top on the right of the display.
– When a battery is fully charged,
“ “ (battery full) will be
displayed.
6.2.1.2 Charging display for unintention-
ally inserted alkaline batteries
– If alkaline batteries are identified, all
battery status segments flash continually
to indicate missing rechargeable
batteries. Additionally, they sign “
“ shows in the display.
The range meter cannot be switched on.
– If defective or non re-chargeable alkaline
batteries are inserted, the battery display
will flash and, at the same time,
“ “ (defective battery) will
appear in the display.
- NOTE -
– At any time while the batteries are being
charged, the range meter can be
switched on and used. The battery charg-
ing process stops when the range meter
is switched on and the laser activated.
– Rechargeable batteries discharge if they
are stored for a long time. The battery
charging process terminates after 1
minute when charging very empty
rechargeable batteries and the display
switches off in this case, the charging
process can be re-started only by
disconnecting the range meter from the
mains adaptor or by removing / replace
the rechargeable batteries.
– Keep the range meter in a safe place.
FullAccu
no
Accu
dEFAccu
6.2.2 Fast battery charging
The charging process ensures that within
15 minutes of charging with the PDAW
80/81-2 car battery plug the battery
receives enough power for a further
150 to 200 measurements.
This process in combination with car
battery plug is a particular advantage if the
user needs the range meter ready for use
quickly.
6.3 Switching the range meter On and Off
The range meter is switched on or off by
pressing the "On / Off" key.
After being switched on, the range meter is
in the basic display mode.
6.3.1 Initial distance measurement
Press the "Measure" key once.
This will switch on the range meter and
the laser beam if the range meter was
switched off.
If the range meter is already switched on,
this will activate the laser beam.
Aim the visible laser spot at a target about
3 to 10 (10 – 30 ft) meters away.
Press the "Measure" key again.
The distance will be shown in less
than 1 second, e.g. 5.489 m (16,296 ft).
You have taken the first distance
measurement with the PD 30 range meter.
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6. Getting started / 7. Operation
6.4 Settings
6.4.1 Activating the setting menu
The menu is activated by pressing the
"On / Off" key pressed for about 2 seconds
while the range meter is switched off.
The beep and the units may be set
6.4.2 Menu / Beep
The key “Plus” switches between the "On"
and "Off" modes.
Setting Option
Beep On
Off
6.4.3 Menu / Units
The key “Minus” switches between the
units, as shown below.
Setting Distance Area Volume
m meters m2m3
mm millimeters m2m3
ft feet (decimal) feet2feet3
yd feet (decimal) yard2yard3
in inch (decimal) inch2inch3
in 1/8 feet & inch 1/8 feet2feet3
in1/16 feet & inch 1/16 feet2feet3
6.4.4 Terminating the menu
The menu is terminated by pressing the
"On / Off" key. All settings displayed will be
saved.
7. Operation
7.1 General controls
7.1.1 Control panel
7.1.2 On and switch keys
ON / OFF
– switches the range meter
on and off.
Measuring reference point
– switches the measuring reference
between front and rear.
Display illumination
– switches the display
illumination On and Off.
Measuring extension as reference
– Tool is off
Press and hold the reference key
then press the ON/OFF key.
+The measuring spike flashes
in the display. The reference is
set to the end of the full
extended measuring extension.
Beep
Units
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7. Operation
7.1.3 Measure keys
"Measure" key
– switches the range meter On
– activates the laser beam
for aiming at the target,
– activates single distance
measurement
– activates and deactivates
continuous distance
measurement.
7.1.4 Function keys
Calculation functions are activated by
pressing the relevant function keys. When
a measurement using a function has been
carried out incorrectly or unintentionally,
the function can be reset at any time by
pressing the same function key again or
any other function key.
Volume
– activates the "volume"
function and deactivates
every other function.
Area
– activates the "area" function
and deactivates every other
function.
Plus
– activates the "distance
addition" function and
deactivates every other
function.
Minus
– activates "distance
subtraction" and deactivates
every other function.
7.2 Display
The display shows the measurements,
settings and range meter status.
In the measuring mode, the latest readings
are shown in the lowest display line (result
line) and the prior readings in the lines
above. For such functions such as area,
volume, Pythagoras, etc., the measured
distances are displayed in the intermediate
lines and the calculated result appears in
the lowest display line (result line).
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7. Operation
7.2.1 Symbols displayed
Temperature too high
> +50 °C (122 °F)
Action:
Allow the range meter to cool
down.
Temperature too low
< –10 °C (14 °F)
Action:
Warm up the range meter.
Unfavourable signal
conditions
Insufficient reflected laser light
Action:
– Keep the measuring distance
> 50 mm (2 inch) from the front
edge.
– Clean the lens.
– Take a measurement from
another surface or use the tar-
get plate PDA 50.
Ambient light at target too bright
Action:
– Shade the target from bright
light or use the target plate
PDA 50.
Laser switched on
– moving dashed line
Display reference status
– Front edge
– Rear edge
– Spike
– Spike (flashing) – adds auto-
matically 1.270 m / 50 inch to
measurements
Battery status
– 4 segments = 100% full
– 3 segments = 75% full
– 2 segments = 50% full
– 1 segment = 25% full
– 0 segments = empty
Batteries empty
Action:
– Replace batteries.
– Re-charge rechargeable batteries
Menu activated
Historical data mode active
– Display the previous 5
measurements or complete
functions results including
graphics
General hardware error
Switch the range meter Off and
then back On. If the error per-
sists, notify the local Hilti serv-
ice centre.
Volume measurement active
Area measurement active
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7. Operation
7.2.2 Display illumination
= Illumination key
The illumination key, switches the display
illumination On or Off. In the dark or in
very bright light, e.g. sunlight or a strong
spotlight the display illumination helps the
user to read the display more easily.
- NOTE-
Display illumination consumes additional
power. If it is used frequently, a shorter
battery life must be expected.
7.3 Measuring distances
Distance measurements can be taken to all
“non-cooperating” stationary targets, i.e.
concrete, rock, wood, plastic, paper, etc.,
The use of prisms or other strongly
reflecting targets is not permitted and, if
used, might falsify the results.
7.3.1 Measuring references
= switch key
The range meter can measure distances
from four different measuring reference
points.
By pressing the "switch" key on the left at
the front of the range meter the measuring
reference point toggles between front edge
and rear edge. If the spike is folded out
90°, the reference position is set to the
end of the spike.
The reference for the measuring extension
PDA 70 is activated when the range meter
is switched off. While the reference key
(upper left) is pressed and the range meter
switched On with the On/Off key (upper
right) the spike symbol starts blinking in
the display. The reference for the measur-
ing extension is deactivated when the
renge meter is switched Off.
Display Reference position
Front edge
Rear edge
End of spike
Measuring extension PDA 70
Spike (flashing)
extends by 1.270 m/50 inches
- NOTE -
– If the spike is folded out 180°, reference
point is always automatically set to the
rear edge.
7.3.2 Measuring distances step by step
The range meter measures distances in a
very short time and, when doing so, shows
various information in the display.
1. Switch on the range meter by pressing
the "On" key.
2. Press the "Measure" key once. This
switches on the red laser beam which
is visible as a laser spot on the target
surface. The display shows this aiming
mode as an animated dashed line
3. Aim to the target.
4. Press the "Measure" key once again
to measure the distance.
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The result appears in the result line
normally in less than a second. The laser
beam switches off.
If further measurements are taken, up to
three previously determined distances are
shown in the intermediate result lines,
i.e. a total of the last four measured
distances are shown.
7.3.3 Measuring mode
Two different measuring modes are
available to measure distances. These are
single distance measurement and
continuous distance measurement. The
continuous measurement mode is used for
setting out given distances or offsets and
is also used where distance measurements
are more difficult, e.g. to corners, edges,
niches, etc.
7.3.3.1 Single distance measurement
(Measure key)
1.Switch on the laser beam by pressing
the "Measure" key.
2.Press the "Measure" key once again.
Generally, the measured distance will be
completed in less than a second and
shown in the result line.
- NOTE -
Alternatively the range meter may be
switched on by pressing the On key and
the laser then activated by pressing the
measure key.
7.3.3.2 Continuous measurement
Press the "Measure" key for about 2 sec-
onds to activate this measuring mode.
When doing so, it does not matter whether
or not the range meter is off or the laser
beam is switched on or off. The range
meter will always switch to continuous
measurement.
During continuous measurement, the dis-
tances are updated in the result line by
about 8 to 15 measurements every second.
This depends on the reflectivity of the
target surface.
If the beep signal is switched on,
continuous measurement is indicated
by a Beep.
The measuring process is stopped by
pressing the "Measure" key once again.
On doing so, the last valid distance
measurement shows in the result line on
the display.
- NOTE -
Continuous measurement is possible
wherever distances can be measured. This
applies also to functions, such as areas
and volumes.
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7.3.4 Measuring from corners
The spike is used when measuring
diagonally across rooms or from
inaccessible corners.
1. Fold out the spike 90°.
This automatically sets the measuring
reference to the end of the spike. The
range meter takes the extended
reference point into account and
corrects the measured distances
accordingly.
2. Position the range meter with the spike
at the desired starting point for the
measurement and aim towards the
target.
3. Press the "Measure" key. The measured
distance will appear in the display.
7.3.5 Measuring with the aid of target
objects
When taking measurements to exterior
corners, e.g. on buildings, perimeter
fences, etc., boards, bricks or other
suitable objects can be used as the target.
Use of the PDA 50 target plate is
recommended for long distances and in
unfavourable light conditions, e.g. strong
sunlight.
7.3.6 Measuring in bright surroundings
For long distances and bright light
conditions, we recommend the use of the
PDA 50 target plate.
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