Leica GEOVID 8x42 R User manual

93761 XII/15/AX/B
LEICA GEOVID 8x42 R/10x42 R
LEICA GEOVID 8x56 R/15x56 R
Anleitung |Instructions
Notice d’utilisation |Gebruiksaanwijzing
Istruzioni |Instrucciones |Bruksanvisning
Инструкция по эксплуатации
Leica Camera AG
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Am Leitz-Park 5
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35578 WETZLAR
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DEUTSCHLAND
Telefon [phone]
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Telefax [phone]
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www.leica-camera.com

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This product is manufactured under license from Leupold & Stevens, Inc.

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DESIGNATION OF PARTS
1. Eyepiece cups
Position a: Extended for viewing without
glasses
Position b: Retracted for viewing with glasses
2. Central focusing dial
3. Diopter compensation dial with
a. Scale
4. Eyes for carrying strap
5. Release button for distance metering
6. Laser transmission optics
7. Diopter compensation for reticule with
a. Scale
8. Hinged axis for adjusting the eye spacing
9. Battery compartment
10. Battery compartment cover
FOREWORD
Dear Customer,
All over the world, "Leica" stands for top quality,
precision engineering with extreme reliability and
a long life.
We wish you a great deal of enjoyment and
success with your new Leica Geovid R binoculars.
To ensure that you use them correctly, we
recommend that you read these instructions first.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
– Binoculars
– 1 3V lithium round cell, type CR2
– Carrying strap
– Ever ready case
– Eyepiece cover
– 2 lens covers
– Warranty card

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CONTENTS
Designation of parts.................................................. 17
Foreword .................................................................. 17
Package contents ..................................................... 17
Disposal of electrical
and electronic equipment ..........19
Potential applications................................................ 19
Attaching the carrying strap and the eyepiece cover.. 19
Attaching the lens covers.......................................... 19
Inserting and replacing the battery ............................ 20
Battery charge level .................................................. 21
Adjusting the eyepiece cups /
Using with and without glasses.................................. 22
Adjusting the eye spacing ......................................... 22
Setting the focus / Diopter compensation................. 23
Distance metering..................................................... 24
Equivalent horizontal range (EHr)............................... 25
Scan mode ............................................................... 26
Measurement range and accuracy ............................ 26
Maintenance / cleaning............................................ 28
Accessories .............................................................. 28
Spare parts............................................................... 28
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 29
Technical data .......................................................... 30
Leica Product Support............................................... 32
Leica Customer Care ................................................ 32
Warning: As with any binoculars, avoid looking
directly at bright sources of light when using the
Leica Geovid R, to prevent eye injury.

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DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
(Applies within the EU, and for other
European countries with segregated
waste collection systems)
This device contains electrical and/or electronic
components and should therefore not be
disposed of in general household waste. Instead
it should be disposed of at a recycling collection
point provided by the local authority. This costs
you nothing. If the device itself contains
removable batteries or rechargeable batteries,
these should first be removed and, if necessary,
properly disposed of (refer to the specifications in
the manual for your device). Further information
on this issue is available from your local authority,
your local waste disposal company, or in the store
where you purchased this device.
POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS
Leica Geovid R binoculars have a robust
aluminum housing, allowing them to be used even
under adverse conditions. There’s no need to
worry about moisture-they are absolutely
waterproof to a depth of 5m and the internal
optics do not become fogged and a nitrogen
filling means that the internal optics do not
become fogged.
ATTACHING THE CARRYING STRAP AND THE
EYEPIECE COVER
If you want to attach the eyepiece cover to the
carrying strap, you must thread the strap through
the eyelet on the eyepiece cover before you
attach the carrying strap to the left-hand side of
the binoculars.
ATTACHING THE LENS COVERS
To fit the two lens covers, the rubber rings on the
covers are pushed over the binocular tubes from
the lens side in such a way that the covers fold
downwards.

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INSERTING AND CHANGING THE BATTERY
The Leica Geovid R binoculars are powered by a
3 Volt lithium round cell (e.g. Duracell DL CR2,
Ucar CR2, Varta CR2 or other CR2 types).
1. Open the cover (10) over the battery
compartment (9) by turning it anticlockwise,
e.g. with a coin.
2. Insert the battery so that the positive contact
goes in first (as shown by the markings in the
battery compartment).
3. Close the cover again by turning it clockwise.
Notes:
• Batteries should be stored in a cool dry place.
• If the binoculars are not going to be used for a
long time, the battery should be removed.
Caution:
• Batteries should never be put in a fire, heated,
recharged, taken to pieces or broken apart.
• Used batteries may not be disposed of as
normal, household waste as they contain toxic
materials that are harmful to the environment.
To ensure that they are properly recycled, they
should be returned to the dealer or disposed of
as special waste (at a collection point).

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BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL
A new battery lasts for around 2000 measure-
ments at 20°C. Depending on the conditions of
use, the battery life can be significantly shorter or
longer than this. Low temperatures and frequent
use of scan mode shorten the battery life.
A used battery is indicated by a flashing
measured value and reticule display. When
flashing starts, around another 50 measurements
are possible, but with a continuously reduced
range.
Caution:
Cold conditions impair the battery performance.
Therefore, at low temperatures the LEICA Geovid R
should be kept as close to the body as possible
and a new battery should be used.

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A B
ADJUSTING THE EYEPIECE CUPS /
USING WITH AND WITHOUT GLASSES
The eyepiece cups (1) can easily be adjusted by
turning them and they lock securely in the
selected positions. They can be removed
completely for thorough cleaning.
For viewing with glasses (Figure A), they remain in
the fully screwed in position. For viewing without
glasses, they are extended by turning them
anticlockwise.
Two positions are available for optimum
adjustment (Figures B, C).
If the eyepieces are heavily soiled, we recom-
mend removing the cups for cleaning (Figure D).
They are removed by gently pulling them in the
fully extended position.
C D
ADJUSTING THE EYE SPACING
Bending the binoculars about the hinged axis (8)
individually adjusts the eye spacing. The right and
left field of vision should merge into a circular
image.

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SETTING THE FOCUS /
DIOPTER COMPENSATION
On the Leica Geovid R binoculars, the focus is set
for objects different distances away using the
central focusing dial (2). The two diopter
compensation dials (3/7) are used to compen-
sate for individual eyesight problems when
viewing without glasses and to focus the reticule.
Carefully run through the steps described below.
Only then can you utilize the full capabilities of
the optical system.
1. Turn the two diopter compensation dials to
their zero positions.
2. When viewing with both eyes, adjust them to
a distant object using the central focusing
dial.
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3. Press the release button (5) to activate the
reticule.
4. When the reticule appears, while continuing
to view with both eyes, adjust the right
diopter compensation dial (red index) so that
the reticule can be seen in focus in the right
optical system.
5. Then, with the reticule still activated but only
viewing with the right eye, use the central
focusing dial to adjust the image in the right
barrel until it is exactly in focus.
6. Finally, set the image in the left barrel to an
optimum focus with the left diopter dial (3).
The set values can be read using the "+" or "–" values
on the diopter scales (3a/7a).

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Note:
When looking through just the left or right side,
the other eye should be squeezed shut or you can
simply hold the corresponding half of the
binoculars on the lens at the front.
DISTANCE METERING
To measure the distance to an object, you must
aim directly at it. To do this, activate the reticule
by pressing the release button (5) once. When
you release the button, the reticule remains lit for
around another 4s. With the button held down,
the reticule remains lit continuously. While it is lit,
aim at the object and press the release button to
repeat the distance measurement, and the
measured value is then displayed. The reticule
disappears briefly during the measurement.
Pressing the release button again allows a new
measurement to be started at any time, provided
the reticule is still lit.
If the distance to the object is less than 10
meters, the measuring range is exceeded or the
object is not sufficiently reflective, "— — —" appears
in the display.
When the display disappears, the distance meter
is automatically deactivated.
Notes:
• Depending on the set eye spacing,
the displays
may be slightly skewed.
• The Leica Geovid R binoculars are available in
different versions for displaying the distance in
meters or yards. The different versions can be
identified externally by the specifications on
the cover of the central focusing dial.

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EQUIVALENT HORIZONTAL RANGE (EHr)
Shots at targets at a higher or lower position are
subject to changed ballistic conditions. Therefore,
they require knowledge of the equivalent
horizontal range, which is relevant for hunting.
For example, knowing the EHr is important when
using ballistic reticles.
The Leica Geovid R calculates this EHr from the
linear range measured, a correction factor, and
from the measured angle.
For individual measurements, the Leica Geovid R
will always show you the direct linear distance to
the target first. After around 2s, the display
changes to the equivalent horizontal range.
Note:
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EHr values are only specified between 10m and
1100m for safety reasons. The actual
measured linear range is also specified.
• The
EHr function cannot be disabled.
Important:
• Please note that particularly at long ranges, the
influence of all relevant ballistic influencing
factors is greatly increased and considerable
variations can occur. The ballistic values
displayed should therefore only be viewed as a
guideline.
• Regardless of whether this information is used,
you are responsible for assessing the relevant
hunting situation.

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SCAN MODE
The Leica Geovid R binoculars can be used to
measure continuously. Holding down the release
button (5) the 2nd time it is pressed switches the
device to scan mode after around 0.5s and it
then performs continuous measurements. This
can be seen by a change in the display: Around
every 1.5s a new measured value is shown.
Scan mode is particularly practical for measuring
small targets.
Notes:
• Because of the continuous measurements,
power consumption is greater in scan mode
than for single measurements.
• After 10s, scan mode is automatically
deactivated to conserve the battery if the
button has been pressed unintentionally.
• In scan mode, the EHr value is only displayed
for the last measurement.
MEASUREMENT RANGE AND ACCURACY
The measuring accuracy of the Leica Geovid R
binoculars is up to ± 1 meter/yard. The maximum
range is achieved with well reflecting target
objects and a visual range of 10km. The
measuring range is influenced by the following
factors:
Range Longer Shorter
Color of object White Black
Angle to object Perpendicular Acute
Object size Large Small
General
brightness
Low (cloudy) High (midday
sun)
Atmospheric
conditions
Clear Hazy
Object structure Homogeneous
(wall of
building)
Inhomogeneous
(bush, tree)

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In sunlight and with good vision, the following
ranges and accuracies can be achieved:
Range 10m to approx. 1100m/1200yds
Accuracy ±1m up to 350m
±2m up to 700m
±0.5% over 700m

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MAINTENANCE / CLEANING
Your Leica Geovid R binoculars do not require any
special care. Coarse dirt particles, such as sand,
should be removed with a fine hair brush or blown
away. Fingerprints etc. on the lenses or eyepieces
can be wiped off with a soft, clean leather or
dust-free cloth. For excessive soiling, e.g. to the
rotating eyepiece sleeves, the binoculars can be
cleaned simply be rinsing them under running
water. Saltwater can be rinsed off in the same
way.
Caution:
Do not exert excessive pressure, even when
wiping very dirty lens surfaces. Although the
coating is highly abrasion resistant, it can be
damaged by sand or salt crystals. All Leica
Geovid R binoculars have their “personal” serial
number in addition to the type designation. Note
this number in your documentation for security.
ACCESSORIES Order No.
Tripod adapter with 1/4" thread.............. 42 220
Swimming carrying strap, orange ............ 42 163
SPARE PARTS
If you should require any spare parts for your
binoculars, e.g. eyepiece cups, covers or a
carrying strap, please contact our Customer
Service department or the Leica office in your
country (see warranty card for addresses).

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Remedy
The image is not circular when
viewing.
a) The binoculars are not properly
adjusted to your personal eye
spacing.
a) Correct the spacing of the two
barrels of the binoculars simply by
bending the binoculars about the
hinged axis to a greater or lesser
extent.
b) The viewer's pupil is not located in
the binoculars' exit pupil.
b) Correct the position of the head,
the eyes or the binoculars.
c) The position of the rotating
eyepiece sleeves does not match
that for correct use with and without
glasses.
c) Correct the adjustment: If wearing
glasses, screw in the eyepiece
sleeves; if viewing without glasses:
Extend the eyepiece sleeves.
Display not focused Diopter compensation not exact Repeat diopter compensation
When measuring the range, the
display shows "- - -"
a) Above or below measuring range Refer to measuring range specifica-
tions
b) The object is not sufficiently
reflective
Display flashes or no measurement is
possible
Battery dead Replace the battery

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TECHNICAL DATA
LEICA GEOVID 8x42 R LEICA GEOVID 10x42 R
Magnification 8x 10x
Lens diameter 42mm
Exit pupil 5.25mm 4.2mm
Twilight number 18.33 20.5
Geometric luminous intensity 27.56 17.64
Field of vision ((at 1000m/yards) 125m/7.1° 110m/6.3° (wide angle)
Close up limit (at 0 diopter) Approx. 5.6m Approx. 5.6m
Exit pupil longitudinal distance 18.5mm 15.6mm
Pupil distance 56-74mm
Prism type Ridge
Coating on lenses High Durable Coating (HDC™) and hydrophobic Aqua-Dura coating on external lenses
on prisms Phase correction coating P40
Diopter compensation Approx. ± 3,5 diopter
Suitable for use when wearing glasses Yes
Operating temperature –25 °to +55 °C
Storage temperature –40 °C to +85 °C
Water tightness 0.5 bar (approx. 5m water depth)
Housing material Die cast aluminum
Maximum range Approx. 1100m
Minimum range 10m
Measuring accuracy ±1m up to 350m
±2m up to 700m
±0.5% over 700m
Ballistic function Display of equivalent horizontal range (EHr) from 10m/y to 1100m/1200y
Display 4 digit LED
Battery 1 3V lithium round cell, type CR2
Battery life1≥ 2000 measurements
Laser Safe for eyes, in compliance with EN and FDA Class 1
Laser beam divergence 2.5 x 0.5mrad
Maximum measurement duration Approx. 1.4s
Dimensions (W2x H3x D2) Approx. 124 x174 x 65mm
Weight (with battery) Approx. 900g
1At 20 °C and with average usage profile 2At eye spacing 65mm 3With eyepiece cups screwed in

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TECHNICAL DATA
LEICA GEOVID 8x56 R LEICA GEOVID 15x56 R
Magnification 8x 15x
Lens diameter 56mm
Exit pupil 7mm 3.7mm
Twilight number 21.17 28.98
Geometric luminous intensity 49 13.94
Field of vision ((at 1000m/yards) 118m/6,8° 72m/4.1°
Close up limit (at 0 diopter) Approx. 5.5m Approx. 5.5m
Exit pupil longitudinal distance 18.5mm 15.6mm
Pupil distance 58-74mm
Prism type Ridge
Coating on lenses High Durable Coating (HDC™) and hydrophobic Aqua-Dura coating on external lenses
on prisms Phase correction coating P40
Diopter compensation Approx. ± 3,5 diopter
Suitable for use when wearing glasses Yes
Operating temperature -25 °C to +55 °C
Storage temperature –40 °C to +85 °C
Water tightness 0.5 bar (approx. 5m water depth)
Housing material Die cast aluminum
Maximum range Approx. 1100m
Minimum range 10m
Measuring accuracy ±1m up to 350m
±2m up to 700m
±0.5% over 700m
Ballistic function Display of equivalent horizontal range (EHr) from 10m/y to 1100m/1200y
Display 4 digit LED
Battery 1 3V lithium round cell, type CR2
Battery life1≥ 2000 measurements
Laser Safe for eyes, in compliance with EN and FDA Class 1
Laser beam divergence 2.5 x 0.5mrad
Maximum measurement duration Approx. 1.4s
Dimensions (W2x H3x D2) Approx. 135 x174 x 68mm Approx. 135 x 208 x 68mm
Weight (with battery) Approx. 1100g Approx. 1245g
1At 20 °C and with average usage profile 2At eye spacing 65mm 3With eyepiece cups screwed in

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LEICA PRODUCT SUPPORT
The Leica information service can provide you
with an answer to any technical application
questions relating to the Leica range either in
writing, on the telephone or by e-mail.
Leica Camera AG
Product Support / Software Support
Am Leitz-Park 5
D-35578 Wetzlar
Tel.: [phone] /-108
Fax: [phone]
[email protected] /
software-suppor[email protected]
LEICA CUSTOMER CARE
For servicing your Leica equipment or in the
event of damage, the Leica Camera AG Customer
Care department or the repair service provided
by authorized Leica agents in your country are
available (see the warranty card for a list of
addresses).
Leica Camera AG
Customer Care
Am Leitz-Park 5
D-35578 Wetzlar
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

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(JAPAN ONLY)
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the
Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information
Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or
television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause
radio interference. Install and use the equipment according
to the instruction manual.
FCC NOTE: (U.S. ONLY)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
(CANADA ONLY)
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
FCC CAUTION:
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached
installation instructions and use only shielded interface
cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or
peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Trade Name: LEICA
Model: Geovid R
Responsible party/ Leica Camera Inc.
Support contact: Leica Camera Inc.
1 Pearl Count, Unit A
Allendale, New Jersey 07401
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
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.
Complies with 21 CRF 1040.1 and 1040.11
LEICA GEOVID R
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE