Laser Technology TruPulse 200X User manual

LTI TruPulse 200X User’s Manual
First Edition Part Number 0144875
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LTI Contact Information:
Laser Technology, Inc.
6912 South Quentin St.
Centennial, CO 80112-3921 USA
Phone: [phone]
1-800-790-7364 (USA and Canada)
Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.lasertech.com
Email: [email protected]
TruPulse 200X Reference Information:
Record information about your TruPulse 200X in the table below.
You can find this value: Value
Serial
Number
On the serial number sticker affixed to the
TruPulse 200X or see page 46 for information.
Firmware
Revision
Number
See page 32 for information.

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TruPulse®200X
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LTI TruPulse 200X User’s Manual - Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Precautions....................................................................................................................... 3
Section 1 - Introducing the LTI TruPulse 200X............................................................ 5
Operating Modes ............................................................................................................... 5
Unpacking Your TruPulse 200X ....................................................................................... 5
Understanding How the TruPulse 200X Works ................................................................ 6
Laser Range Sensor ................................................................................................... 6
Targets....................................................................................................................... 6
TruTargeting.............................................................................................................. 7
Tilt Sensor ................................................................................................................. 8
Section 2 - Quick Start .................................................................................................... 9
Section 3 - Basic Operations ......................................................................................... 10
Battery ............................................................................................................................. 10
Installation ............................................................................................................... 10
Battery Voltage Level.............................................................................................. 10
Buttons ............................................................................................................................ 11
Powering OFF the TruPulse 200X........................................................................... 11
Display Indicators............................................................................................................ 12
Display Indicator Test.............................................................................................. 14
Error Codes...................................................................................................................... 15
Eyepiece .......................................................................................................................... 16
Focus Adjustment Ring ................................................................................................... 16
Foliage Filter ................................................................................................................... 17
Measurement Point of Reference..................................................................................... 17
Neck Strap ....................................................................................................................... 18
Serial Port........................................................................................................................ 18
Restore Default Settings .................................................................................................. 19
Section 4 – System Setup Mode .................................................................................... 20
Brightness........................................................................................................................ 20
Units of Measure ............................................................................................................. 21
Filter Mode...................................................................................................................... 22
Continuous Mode ............................................................................................................ 23
Targeting Modes.............................................................................................................. 24
Gate ................................................................................................................................. 26
Baud Rate ........................................................................................................................ 28
Bluetooth ......................................................................................................................... 29
Firmware Revision Number ............................................................................................ 32
Inclination Offset............................................................................................................. 33

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Section # 5 - Measurement Modes................................................................................ 34
Distance Measurements................................................................................................... 34
Notes about Measurements.............................................................................................. 35
Percent Slope................................................................................................................... 36
Height Routine ................................................................................................................ 37
2-Step Height Routine ............................................................................................. 40
2D Missing Line Routine ................................................................................................ 41
Section 6 – Serial Interface ........................................................................................... 44
Format Parameters........................................................................................................... 44
Optional Remote Trigger................................................................................................. 44
Serial Port........................................................................................................................ 44
Download Message Format ............................................................................................. 45
Requests .......................................................................................................................... 45
Firmware Version ID Request (1)............................................................................ 45
Firmware Version ID Request (2)............................................................................ 46
Serial Number Request ............................................................................................ 46
Remote Trigger (RUN) Request .............................................................................. 47
Remote Trigger (STOP) Request............................................................................. 47
Download Message Formats............................................................................................ 48
Horizontal Vector (HV) Download Messages ......................................................... 48
Height (HT) Download Messages ........................................................................... 49
Missing Line (ML) Download Messages................................................................. 50
Section #7 - Care & Maintenance................................................................................. 51
Section 8 - Specifications............................................................................................... 53
Section 9 - Main Display LED Characters................................................................... 55
Section 10 – LTI Limited Warranty............................................................................. 57
Section #11 – Troubleshooting...................................................................................... 58

Precautions
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Precautions
Avoid staring directly at the laser beam for prolonged periods.
The TruPulse® 200X is designed to meet FDA eye safety requirements and is
classified as eye-safe to Class 1 limits, which means that virtually no hazard is
associated with directly viewing the laser output under normal conditions. As
with any laser device, however, reasonable precautions should be taken in its
operation. It is recommended that you avoid staring into the transmit aperture
while firing the laser. The use of optical instruments with this product may
increase eye hazard.
Never attempt to view the sun through the scope.
Looking at sun through the scope may permanently damage your eyes.
Never point the unit directly at the sun.
Exposing the lens system to direct sunlight, even for a brief period, may
permanently damage the internal components.
Avoid direct sun exposure on the eyepiece.
Exposing the eyepiece to direct sunlight can damage the internal display.
Do not expose the instrument to extreme temperatures.
TruPulse® 200X components are rated for a temperature range of -4 to +140° F
(-20 to +60° C). Do not expose the instrument to temperatures outside this
range whether in use or in storage.

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Section 1 - Introducing the LTI TruPulse 200X
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Section 1 - Introducing the LTI TruPulse 200X
Congratulations on the purchase of your TruPulse 200X, a cost-effective professional
rangefinder. This compact and lightweight laser is a flexible tool for your measurement
needs. The TruPulse includes six measurement modes and five target modes.
Features of the TruPulse:
Crystal clear optics and the heads up display lets you keep your eye on the
target.
Bright red LED display dramatically improves visibility in all lighting
conditions.
The laser sensor and integrated tilt sensor measure slope distance and
inclination. Values are automatically calculated for horizontal distance, vertical
distance, height and missing line.
The Target Mode allows you to select or eliminate targets; which helps you
take the most accurate measurement possible in a variety of field conditions.
Operating Modes
Measurement Modes System Setup Mode
Slope Distance
Horizontal Distance
Vertical Distance
Inclination
3-Point Height Routine
2D Missing Line Routine
Brightness
Units
Filter
Targeting Modes
Continuous
Gate
Baud Rate
Bluetooth
Firmware Version
Inclination
Unpacking Your TruPulse 200X
When you unpack your TruPulse 200X, check to make sure that you received everything
that you ordered, and that it all arrived undamaged.
Basic Package Compatible Accessories
TruPulse 200X
Carrying Case
Lens Cloth
Neck Strap
User's Manual
Cr123A Battery
Eyepiece Cover

Foliage Filter
Tripod
Mounting Brackets
Download Cables

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Understanding How the TruPulse 200X Works
The TruPulse 200X consists of a laser range sensor, an integrated tilt sensor, and a digital
processor. The TruPulse 200X has four buttons that access the unit's internal software,
which controls the integrated sensors.
Laser Range Sensor
The laser range sensor emits invisible, eye safe, pulses of infrared light energy. The
TruPulse 200X determines distance by measuring the time it takes for each pulse to
travel from the rangefinder to the target, and back. The indicator is displayed
whenever the laser is being transmitted. The laser may be active for a maximum of
10 seconds. The TruPulse 200X has a broad spectrum of sensitivity and can work
with both reflective and non-reflective targets. See TruTargeting (next page) for
information about high quality and low quality targets.
Targets
When selecting a target, you should consider the following:
Color: The brighter the color, the longer the range.
Finish: Shiny finishes provide longer range than dull finishes.
Angle: Shooting perpendicular to a target provides better range than
shooting to a target at a sharp angle.
Lighting Conditions: Overcast skies will increase the unit's maximum
range, and sunny skies will decrease the unit's maximum range.
1. Adjustable Eyepiece
2. Attachment Point
(For Neck Strap, Eyepiece
Cover and Foliage Filter)
3. 1/4 -20 Mounting Point
4. Forward button
5. Back button
6. Battery Compartment Cover
7. Serial Port
8. Receive Lens
9. Transmit Lens
10. Mode button
11. Fire button
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TruTargeting
The TruPulse 200X automatically provides the best accuracy and acquisition distance
to a given target. Maximum measurement distance varies with target quality and
environmental conditions. When shooting to a non-reflective target, the maximum
measurement distance is 6,233 ft (1,900 m) typical. When shooting to a reflective target,
the maximum measurement distance is 8,200 ft (2,500 m).
Target quality has an effect on the precision of measurements.
High quality target: “c” is illuminated in the display along with the
measurement. Range accuracy to typical targets: ±1.5 inches (4 cm).
 Low quality target: “c” is not illuminated in the display along with
the measurement. Range accuracy to typical distant/weak targets
could be ±1 foot (30 cm).
High Quality Target Low Quality Target
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Tilt Sensor
The integrated tilt sensor measures vertical angles that the TruPulse 200X uses to
calculate height and elevation and to determine slope-reduced horizontal distances. The
instrument held level is at 0, and is rotated up through +90and down through -90.


The laser is not active in the Inclination Measurement Mode.
Generally, the inclination is measured when you press . However in
(1) the Continuous Target Mode and (2) in the Height Measurement
Mode, the inclination reading appears in the Main Display and the
display updates as your aiming point changes as long as you press .
In these two situations, the measured inclination is based upon the
aiming point when you release .

Section 2 – Quick Start
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Section 2 - Quick Start
1.
Install the battery (page 10).
2. Press to power ON the TruPulse 200X.
3. Select a target such as a wall across the room
or a nearby tree. For this example, the target
should be approximately 10 meters (33 feet
or 11 yards) from you.
4. Look through the eyepiece (see Figure #3)
and use the crosshair to aim to the target. The
in-scope LED should look similar to Figure
#4A.
oIf the HD indicator is not displayed,
press or until the HD indicator is
displayed.
5. Press-and-hold . The laser indicator
is displayed and flashes while the laser is
active (Figure #4B). The laser will remain active
for a maximum of 10 seconds while acquiring
data about the target.
oIf the target is not acquired, release
and repeat this step.
6. Release once the distance is displayed
(Figure #4C). The measurement will be displayed
steady until you press a button
or the unit powers OFF.
oPress or to scroll through the
measurement modes and see the results
acquired for each function.
oRepeat steps #3-#6 above to take another
measurement.
o Simultaneously press-and-hold and
for 4 seconds to power OFF the TruPulse
200X.
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Section 3 - Basic Operations
Battery
Installation
The TruPulse 200X is powered by a 3 Volt Lithium battery
commonly referred to as CR123A or also referred to as
CR123. The battery is located in the Battery Compartment
at the front of the instrument.
1. Remove the Battery Compartment Cover by lifting
up the Hinged Tab and turning counter clockwise,
2. Insert the battery negative end (-) first.
3. Re-insert the Battery Compartment Cover and use
the Hinged Tab to turn clockwise.
4. Press down on the Hinged Tab to secure.

Note: To remove the battery, just reverse the
above instructions
Battery Voltage Level
The TruPulse 200X continuously monitors its power source. LTI has defined an
acceptable voltage range to ensure that the instrument has sufficient battery voltage to
guarantee correct operation.
Battery Icon
Appearance Explanation
Battery Icon
not displayed
Battery is equal to or greater than 2.4 V.
Battery is greater than 2.1 V and less than
2.4 V.
Battery is greater than 2.0 V and less than
2.1 V.
Battery is below 2.0 V. The TruPulse 200X
will automatically power off.
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Buttons
The TruPulse 200X has a 4-button keypad located on the top
panel of the instrument. The buttons provide easy access to
the instrument functions. This manual refers to the buttons
while the laser is oriented as shown in Figure #6. The table
below lists the buttons and the function of each.
(FIRE)
Measurement Modes Powers ON the unit.
Distance Measurement: fires the laser.
Inclination: Release “locks” tilt sensor in (1) Height
Measurement Mode and (2) Continuous Target Mode.
Height Routine (HD) Fires the laser.
(INC) Release “locks” tilt sensor.
System Setup Mode Selects option and returns to the Measurement Mode.
(MODE)
Measurement Modes Displays the System Setup Mode.
System Setup Mode Press to scroll to the next System Setup option.

(FORWARD)
Measurement Modes Press to scroll to the previous Measurement Mode.
Height Routine Clears the last measurement and re-displays the
previous prompt.
System Setup Mode Press to scroll to the previous option.

(BACK)
Measurement Modes Press to scroll to the next Measurement Mode.
Height Routine Exits the Height Routine.
System Setup Mode Press to scroll to the next option.
Powering OFF the TruPulse 200X
Press and buttons at the same time to manually power off the unit. To conserve
battery power, the TruPulse 200X powers itself OFF if no button presses are detected
after a specified length of time:
Bluetooth OFF: 2 minutes
Bluetooth ON: 30 minutes
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Display Indicators
Figure #7 shows the LED in-scope display. The
TruPulse 200X’s internal software is organized into
options. Each option represents a specific measurement
or setup function and has a corresponding display
indicator. Refer to Figure #7 and the table below for
information about each indicator.
Main
Display
Displays messages and measurement results.
Lower
Display
Displays messages and measurement results
Setup Mode Displayed when the System Setup Mode is
active.
Degrees Inclination measurement units.
Feet Distance measurement units. Selection
available in the System Setup Mode.
Meters
Yards
Centimeters
Inches
Battery
Status
See page 10.
Crosshair Serves as the aiming point reference, both
horizontally and vertically.
Laser
Status
Visible and Flashing: Laser is firing.
Visible and Steady: Target is acquired.
Not Visible: Laser is not active.
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Continuous
Target Mode
The unit continuously acquires targets and
displays measurements while is held
down. The distance to the most recently
acquired target is displayed.
Inclination
Measurement
Mode
The angle of inclination between the TruPulse
200X and the target.
Slope
Distance
Measurement
Mode
Straight line distance between the TruPulse
200X and the target.
Horizontal
Distance
Measurement
Mode
Slope-corrected distance between the
TruPulse 200X and the target, projected in
the horizontal (XY) plane; a.k.a. Run.
Vertical
Distance
Measurement
Mode
Slope-corrected distance between the
TruPulse 200X and the target, projected in the
vertical (Z) plane; a.k.a. Rise.
Missing Line
Measurement
Routine
Two-step Missing Line Routine finds the
connecting vector (or missing line) between
two points.
Height
Measurement
Routine
Three-step height routine. The final
calculation represents the vertical distance
between the points on the target represented
by ANG1 and ANG2.
Closest
Target Mode The unit logs multiple targets while is
held down. The denotes that additional
targets have been acquired. Of the targets
acquired, the distance to the closest target
displays.
Farthest
Target Mode The unit logs multiple targets while is
held down. The denotes that additional
targets have been acquired. Of the targets
acquired, the distance to the farthest target
displays.
Gate Mode The unit will only acquire targets beyond the
user-selected gate value.

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Filter
Mode
Similar to Standard, single shot mode, but the
laser’s sensitivity is reduced so it only detects
pulses returned from a reflector. The optional
foliage filter is used in conjunction with this
mode.
Although the TruPulse 200X
does not use these indicators, they
do appear during the Display Indicator Test.
Display Indicator Test
To verify that all display indicators are working properly:
1. Start with the TruPulse 200X powered OFF, press-and-hold .
2. Compare the in-scope display to the Figure #7 (page 12) to verify that all indicators
are working properly.
3. Release to start normal operation.
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Error Codes
Error conditions can occur in a measurement or in the system
hardware. To make sure that you never get an erroneous
measurement, the TruPulse 200X monitors both system
hardware and measurements. Error codes appear in the main
display and are in the form of “E xx”, where “xx” is an error
code number. Figure #8 shows an example error code, E 01.
Error Code Explanation
E 01 Failure to lock on target.
Reposition instrument and retake the
measurement. If you continue to receive the
error, the target maybe out of range or have no
reflective qualities.
E 50 or above Shut off unit and try again.
If the same error repeats, please contact LTI
Service Department

If an error code persists:
1. Release and press again to try to retake the measurement.
2. Remove and re-install the battery and then try to retake the
measurement.
3. If the above steps do not resolve the error, contact LTI or an Authorized
LTI Distributor for assistance. Refer to the inside front cover for LTI
contact information.
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Eyepiece
The eyepiece is located at the back of the TruPulse 200X. It includes a
7X magnification scope.
Eyepiece Cover:
The eyepiece cover protects the internal components from
sunlight exposure. The eyepiece cover should be in place
whenever the TruPulse 200X is not in use.
To attach the eyepiece cover:
Feed the thin cord under the metal bar and flare the loop
open. Pull the eyepiece cover through the loop. Gently
tighten to secure.
Focus Adjustment Ring
The Focus Adjustment Ring allows you to focus the
LED in-scope display. During assembly, optimum focus
is set to infinity. To adjust the LED focus, turn the Focus
Adjustment Ring to suit your personal preference.
See Figure #9.
Monocular adjustment reduces eye fatigue.
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