Leica DISTO D210 User manual

Leica DISTO™
The original laser distance meter

Our promise –
Innovation by tradition
Close cooperation with
professional users.
Continuous testing guarantees
consistently high quality.
Products that impress through
accuracy, reliability and robust-
ness.
Highly motivated development
specialists realise new ideas.
With almost 200 years experience, Leica Geosystems
is the pioneer in the development and production
of state-of-the-art surveying solutions. Our highly
motivated development specialists use their strong
innovative spirit to bring new ideas to reality. The
resulting products impress with their accuracy,
reliability and robustness. That’s why industry
professionals trust Leica Geosystems.
From professionals for professionals
In addition to comprehensive technical knowledge, thinking
holistically about the needs and requirements of our cus-
tomers has the highest priority at Leica Geosystems. Close
cooperation with practical professionals leads to user-
friendly products that fulfil the customers’ expectations
perfectly.
“Swiss Technology” creates confidence
To ensure our instruments meet the highest requirements
for precision and quality, we operate worldwide in state-of-
the-art production centres where Swiss precision goes
hand in hand with extraordinary craftsmanship and cut-
ting-edge technology. Continuous extensive tests at all
stages of development and production guarantee a con-
sistently high standard of quality.

Which Leica DISTO™
is the right one for me?
Functions D210 X310 D3a BT D5 D8
Distance measurement up to 80 m up to 80 m up to 100 m up to 200 m up to 200 m
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Area measurement •••••
Volume measurement •••••
Triangle function ••••
Room angle function ••••
Painter function •••••
Trapezium measurements • •
Pythagoras functions •••••
Tilt measurement 360° ±45° ±45° 360°
Smart Horizontal Mode™ ••••
Double tilt measurement •
Height tracking • •
Height profile measurements •
Stake out function a/a a/b a/b a/b a/b
Subtraction / addition •••••
Digital Pointfinder • •
Timer ••••
Multifunctional end-piece •••••
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Measuring with the Leica DISTO™
Simple, quick and accurate
Quick and efficient
Measure distances at the touch of a button, in just
a few seconds! Saving you time and money.
Precise and reliable
Measure distances to millimetre accuracy!
The laser technology makes it possible.
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Versatile and functional
The perfect solution for every measuring situation.
With more flexibility for you.
Safe and modern
Avoid dangerous measuring situations at work.
Use today’s modern technology.
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Made-to-measure precision
inspires professionals
At the touch of a button, Leica DISTO™
provides precise measurement data
quickly and reliably, even from inacces-
sible places saving enormous amounts
of time and money.
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Modern measurement –
with Leica technology
More than 15 years ago Leica Geosystems brought out the first
hand-held laser distance meter and revolutionised the world market.
Since then we have set the standards for productivity in modern
measuring.
Multifunctional end-piece
Measuring from edges or corners – with the flip-out end-
piece you are equipped for any measurement situation. The
integrated sensor automatically recognises the correct ref-
erence point. Expensive measurement errors are therefore
prevented.
Digital Pointfinder and colour display
The digital Pointfinder with 4x zoom and the large 2.4”
colour display makes targeting easier over long distances.
The high resolution screen ensures a crystal-clear image,
allowing you to measure perfectly, even in bright sunlight.
Bluetooth®
Integrated Bluetooth® technology transfers measurement
results wirelessly and without typing errors to pocket PCs
or PCs. There you can process your data in Excel®, Word®,
AutoCAD® and other programs without delay.
Integrated tilt sensor
The combination of distance meter and tilt sensor
allows the user to take indirect measurements of
distance and heights much more accurately than
with conventional measuring methods.
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Leica DISTO™
Top performance whatever the conditions
The Leica DISTOTM provides you the
right function for every application.
Versatil and robust, they match
their daily tasks.
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The right one for every job
DISTO™ D3a BT
Transferable multifunctionality
DISTO™ D210
Simple functional
Precision at the touch
of a button
For everything you need to be
accurate – the Leica DISTO™ D210
measures with an accuracy of
± 1.0 mm.
Small and handy
Thanks to its ergonomic and
compact design with soft grip,
the Leica DISTO™ D210 fits
securely in your hand, is light-
weight and fits into any pocket.
Multifunctional end-piece
Whether measuring out of corners,
slots or from edges, with this
end-piece you are prepared for
all measuring situations. The
instrument detects the end-piece
automatically, which helps you
avoid expensive measuring errors.
Robust
The precision measurement
module is protected by solid
rubber. The Leica DISTO™ X310 is
therefore particularly resistant.
Passes drop tests from up to 2 m
height.
Protection class IP65
The housing and keypad are
specially sealed against water jets
and dust. Cleaning under running
water is no problem.
Tilt sensor 360°
Thanks to the combination of
distance and tilt measurements,
you can determine the horizontal
distance absolutely precisely and
simply – even over obstructions.
With the help of the tilt sensor,
you can also determine indirect
heights.
Error-free data transfer
You can transfer your measure-
ment data directly to your PC
with the integrated Bluetooth®
technology and avoid expensive
typing errors.
Navigation keys
Using the navigation keys on
the DISTO™ you can control the
movements of the cursor on
your Pocket PC or PC.
Free software
The data transfer software
“Leica DISTO™ Transfer” is
included – simple to install
and with automatic updates.
DISTO™ X310
Robust multifunctionality
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The world’s first
Colour display and digital Pointfinder
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Two with vision
Ideal for greater distances
Quickly and easily, the digital
Pointfinder with 4x zoom targets
distant objects and works well in
bright sunlight. Even if the laser
dot cannot be seen with the
naked eye, the target appears
clearly on the 2.4” high-resolu-
tion colour display.
Distance measurements are
absolutely precise over long
distances.
DISTO™ D8
Versatile multifunctionality
DISTO™ D5
Perfect outdoor functionality
Easy to read
Measurement results and supple-
mentary information are compre-
hensively shown on the large
colour display. The high image
resolution provides a clear, sharp
picture in the digital Pointfinder.
Integrated tilt sensor
Using the tilt sensor, you can also
take indirect measurements and
the horizontal distance can be
determined.
Diverse uses
Thanks to the variety of different
calculation functions, the Leica
DISTO™ D5 can solve almost any
measurement situation – simple,
quickly and precisely. Additional
information is available at a touch
of a button, such as room volume
or angle information.
360° tilt sensor
The combination of tilt and
distance measurements allows
you to determine distances where
conventional methods fail. The
Leica DISTO™ D8 is even capable
of simple levelling tasks, digitally
and without the aid of a second
person.
Error-free data transfer
Bluetooth® and the supplied
“Leica DISTO™ Transfer” software
ensure that data transfer to
pocket PCs and PCs is quick and
error-free. The simple way to
enter your results into Excel®,
Word®, AutoCAD® and other
programs for further processing.
User-friendly
Despite its wealth of functions,
the Leica DISTO™ D8 is simple to
operate thanks to its optimised
user interface and is extremely
handy.
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This way you’ll always achieve
your measuring goals
Indoors or outdoors, you can
determine every value you
need with the Leica DISTO™.
Long distances. No problem.
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Minimum / maximum measurements
The maximum measurement is very helpful, e.g. for finding
the room diagonal. The minimum measurement can be
used to measure at right angles to a wall.
Area and volume measurements
With only two or three measurements, you can quickly and
precisely calculate the area of a ceiling, floor or wall, or the
volume of a room. No need to note down the individual
values! The result is calculated automatically and shown on
the display.
Triangle and room angle function
The triangle function helps you to calculate, quickly and ef-
ficiently, the area of a multicornered room. Divide the room
into imaginary triangles. Using only three measurements,
determine the area of each triangle, which you can add up
cumulatively. Pressing a key gives you a detailed display of
the room angle, so that you can e.g. quickly check whether
it is a right angle.
Painter function
With this function you can determine e.g. the total wall
area of a room without having to note down any intermedi-
ate results. Simply measure the lengths of the walls which
you can add or subtract as required. Finally measure the
room height, which is then automatically multiplied by the
previously calculated value.
Distances, areas and volumes
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Tilt measurement
The tilt sensors in the Leica DISTOs™ can measure inclina-
tions up to ± 45°, or even have a measurement range of
360°. This means you can measure inclinations over your
head. This is particularly interesting for people who wish to
determine roof slopes.
Smart Horizontal Mode™
The desired horizontal distance is determined using the
tilt measurement, even if the object cannot be directly
targeted horizontally. This function is very helpful, e.g. if
walls, hedges or people are between the instrument and
the target.
Height tracking
You can determine the heights of buildings or trees that
have no suitable reflective points using the height tracking
function. Target with the digital pointfinder on the bottom
point of the height to be measured and take a measure-
ment. Then target with the laser on the top point of the
object. The display then shows the height.
Double tilt measurement
With this function, you can e.g. determine the roof slope of
a house, even from a long distance away. To do this you
take two distance measurements and the Leica DISTO™
determines the tilt at the same time. Additional detailed
information, e.g. the distances and the inclination between
the measured points is also provided.
Indirect measurements
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Trapezium measurements
Using the trapezium function, you can quickly and reliably
determine e.g. roof slopes and facade areas. You need only
three measurements and the result appears on the display.
When access to the measured object is limited and the
measurement can only be made from one point this is not
a problem, thanks to the integrated tilt sensors.
Height profile measurements
Target the device on a known reference mark and then
measure the height differences of other points relative to
this. If the measured points are taken all in one direction
the profile of the ground can be determined from the meas-
ured horizontal distances and the height differences.
Pythagoras functions
Using the tripod, you can measure distances indirectly,
horizontally and vertically. The Leica DISTO™ calculates the
result automatically for you from three measurements.
Functions such as automatic minimum and maximum meas-
urements help you to measure the right point.
Partial heights, e.g. balcony or window heights are deter-
mined by Pythagoras.
Stake out function
One or two different distances (a and b) can be entered
into the device and then used to subtract from defined
measured lengths. The display always shows the current
stake-out distance and a direction arrow. At a distance of
0.1 m to the next stake-out point an acoustic signal sounds.
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Special functions
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Leica DISTO™ Accessories
Leica TRI 100 tripod
Quality tripod with bubble level,
very easy fine adjustment. Extendible
length from 0.70 m to 1.74 m.
Art. No. 757 938
Leica LSA360 adapter
For precise indirect measurements
with the tilt sensor from the tripod;
tilt axis and laser beam are in one
plane (elimination of tilt axis error).
Suitable for a set-up pole with a
diameter of 11–35 mm (0.45”–1.35”)
and the Leica TRI 100 tripod.
Art. No. 769 459
Leica TA360 adapter
Handy metal tripod head for easy and
precise targeting. Rotary axis, tilt axis
and laser axis meet at one point. This
leads to minimum deviations when using
indirect measurement. Particularly
suitable for the Leica TRI 100 tripod.
Art. No. 778 359
Universal quick charger
For charging 4 rechargeable batteries;
type AA or AAA; With 4 adapters for
worldwide use; Including 4 rechargeable
batteries type AA / 2300 mAh
Art. No. 782 669
UC20 Universal quick charger
For charging 2 rechargeable batteries;
type AAA; With 4 adapters for worldwide
use; Including 2 rechargeable batteries
type Micro AAA NiMH / 800 mAh
Art. No. 788 956
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GLB30 Super-light laser visibility glasses
For better visibility of the laser dot
outdoors. With 3 different lenses:
laser visibility glasses, safety glasses,
sun glasses.
Art. No. 780 117
Leica GZM27 target plate
Stick-on target plates for fixing
on to edges and corners.
Size: 147 × 98 mm
Art. No. 723 774
Leica GZM26 target plate
For measurements on to poorly
reflective surfaces. Two-sided – grey
side for shorter distances and brown
for longer. Size: 210 × 297 mm
Art. No. 723 385
Leica GZM30 target plate
Stick-on target plates for placing
on ground markers.
Size: 274 × 197 mm
Art. No. 766 560
Softbag
Protects the Leica DISTO™ against
dust and impact. With additional
compartments for operating manual,
target plates, pocket PC etc.
Art. No. 667 169
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Product range
The most comprehensive and innovative range of laser dis-
tance meters, point, line and rotating lasers from Leica
Geosystems has the ideal model for every user. Attractive
accessories to make your daily measuring, aligning and lev-
eling tasks even more efficient complete the program.
Free extended warranty
Leica Geosystems’ products fulfil the highest quality re-
quirements to support you efficiently in your daily work
on site. To give you even more security, we offer a three-
year warranty on all devices in the Leica DISTO™,
Leica Roteo and Leica Lino families. Just register your
device within eight weeks of the date of purchase at
www.leica-geosystems.com/registration and profit from
an additional free one year warranty.
After Sales Service
Should a device develop a fault despite the care we take
during manufacture, our professional After Sales Service
will provide you with a quick and customer-friendly solu-
tion: defective devices are simply and efficiently replaced
by your dealer. Even after the warranty has expired, a de-
fective device is immediately replaced with a new one
against the cost of repair. Time is money.
Represented worldwide
Leica Geosystems has a global network of dealers with
numerous branches in Europe, Asia and the Americas. We
are always there for you.
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What does ISO 16331-1 tested mean?
The range and accuracy of laser distance meters depends greatly on lighting con-
ditions and the reflective properties of the target object. For Leica Geosystems it
is important that the performance of the device is maintained not only in the test
laboratory but even more so on everyday site tasks. Therefore we have worked
with external experts to develop a global standard to test laser distance meters
and allow comparisons to be made between devices. Instruments tested in ac-
cordance with ISO 16331-1 achieve their promises. Further information can be
found on our website: www.disto.com.
Good to know …
Why are laser distance meters better than ultrasonic measuring devices?
Leica DISTO™s measure with laser light – precisely and past all obstructions.
Ultrasonic devices measure with sound waves, which propagate in a cone from
the instrument and display inaccurate results. The sound waves are deflected
by objects or columns. An ultrasonic device normally has a range of 20 m,
whereas a Leica DISTO™ measures up to 200 m and provides greater accuracy!
Is the laser beam dangerous?
Our laser distance meters are Laser Class 2 devices. This means that our natural
blinking reaction protects the eye, should the laser beam strike it.
What can Power Range Technology™ do for me?
Leica Geosystems based this innovation on a specially de-
veloped electronic component that offers great flexibility
and provides a cost-effective way of modulating lasers
over long distances. Power Range Technology™ allows re-
liable measurements to be taken over long distances even
without a target plate. Before this technology was availa-
ble, normal practice was to use a target plate for distances
greater than 30 to 50 m (depending on light conditions).
The Leica DISTO™ D210, X310 or D3a BT can now measure
without a reflector at a distance of about 80 m. The Leica
DISTO™ D5 and D8 have a range of up to 150 m without a
target plate.
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