Leica 3D Disto User manual

Leica 3D Disto
User Manual
Version 1.2
English

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3D Disto, Introduction
Introduction
Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a Leica 3D Disto.
This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting
up the product and operating it. Refer to "12 Safety Directions" for further informa-
tion.
Read through the User Manual carefully before you switch on the product.
Product
identification
The serial number of your product is indicated on the data label, refer to "12.8 FCC
Statement, Applicable in U.S.". Enter the serial number in your manual and always
refer to this information when you need to contact your authorised dealer or to
register in the Leica MyWorld portal.
Serial No.: _______________

3D Disto, Introduction 3
Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings:
Trademarks • Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Type Description
Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended
use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended
use which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury and/or appreciable material, financial and environ-
mental damage.
)Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice
as they enable the product to be used in a technically
correct and efficient manner.

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3D Disto, Table of Contents
Table of Contents
In this manual Chapter Page
1 How to Use this Manual 9
2 Technical Terms and Abbreviations 13
3 Description of the System 26
3.1 General 3D Disto System Information 26
3.2 Container Contents 27
3.3 Instrument Components 29
3.3.1 3D Disto 29
3.3.2 Control Unit 33
3.3.3 RM100 Remote Control 34
3.4 Power Supply 35
3.4.1 3D Disto 35
3.4.2 Control Unit 36
3.4.3 RM100 Remote Control 38
3.5 Software Concept 39
4 User Interface 45
4.1 Control Unit 45
4.1.1 Screen 46

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4.1.2 Main Operation Bar 49
4.1.3 Toolbar 50
4.1.4 Icons & Symbols 51
4.2 RM100 Remote Control 55
5 Instrument Setup 56
5.1 Start-up Procedure 56
5.2 Assistant 64
5.3 Device Configuration and Menu Settings 66
5.4 Data Management 69
5.4.1 General 69
5.4.2 File Manager 71
5.4.3 Photo and Secure Points Administration 72
5.4.4 Data Transfer 74
5.5 Calculator 80
6 Operation 82
6.1 Measurements 82
6.2 Viewfinder 83
6.3 Measurement Workflow 87
6.4 Touch Screen in Sketch Area 93
6.5 Addition and Subtraction 95
6.6 Area & Volume Calculations 98
6.6.1 Horizontal Areas/Volumes 99

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6.6.2 Tilted Areas 101
7 Software Applications 102
7.1 Overview 102
7.2 Tool Kit 103
7.2.1 Comfort Plumbing 104
7.2.2 Comfort Targeting 106
7.2.3 Comfort Level 108
7.2.4 Metre Mark 110
7.2.5 Height Tracking 112
7.2.6 Parallel Line 114
7.3 Location 116
7.4 Room Scan 122
7.4.1 Manual Measurement 124
7.4.2 Unfold Mode 126
7.4.3 Auto Shapes 128
7.4.4 Automated Profile Room Scan 131
7.5 Projector 137
7.5.1 Workflow 138
7.5.2 Targeting and Layout with RM100 Remote Control 145

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8 Error Messages 146
9 Check & Adjust 149
9.1 Overview 149
9.2 Crosshairs Offset 151
9.3 V-Index Error 153
9.4 Tilt Sensor Calibration 155
9.5 Reset to Factory Settings 157
10 Instrument Protection (Theft Protection) 158
11 Care and Transport 160
11.1 Transport 160
11.2 Storage 161
11.3 Cleaning and Drying 162
12 Safety Directions 163
12.1 General 163
12.2 Intended Use 164
12.3 Limits of Use 166
12.4 Responsibilities 167
12.5 Hazards of Use 168
12.6 Laser Classification 172
12.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 174

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12.8 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 177
12.9 Conformity to National Regulations 181
13 Technical Data 182
14 International Limited Warranty, Software License Agreement 187
Index 190

3D Disto, How to Use this Manual 9
1 How to Use this Manual
)It is recommended to set up the instrument while reading through this manual.
Index The index is at the back of the manual.
)Keys, fields and options on the screens which are considered self-explanatory are not
explained.
Validity of this
manual
This manual applies to the 3D Disto instruments and software application.
Available
documentation Name Description/Format
3D Disto User
Manual
All instructions required in order to operate the
instrument at a basic level are contained in this User
Manual. Provides an overview of the instrument
together with technical data and safety directions.
-9
3D Disto Quick
Start
Intended as a quick reference field guide. 99
Safety Manual Provides important safety instructions for use of
3D Disto.
99

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3D Disto, How to Use this Manual
Refer to the following resources for all 3D Disto documentation/software:
• Leica 3D Disto Data CD
• https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com
myWorld@Leica Geosystems (https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com) offers a wide
range of services, information and training material.
In myWorld, you are able to access all relevant services at your convenience, 24 hours
a day, 7 days a week. This increases your efficiency and keeps you and your equip-
ment updated with the latest information from Leica Geosystems.

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3D Disto, How to Use this Manual
Service Description
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additional options, update your products with the latest software
and keep up-to-date with the latest documentation.
mySupport Create new support requests for your products that will be
answered by your local Leica Geosystems Support Team. See the
complete history of your support cases and view detailed informa-
tion on each request if you want to refer to previous support
requests.
myTraining Enhance your product knowledge with the Leica Geosystems
Campus - Information, Knowledge, Training. Study the latest online
training material or download training material on your products.
Keep up-to-date with the latest news on your products and register
for seminars or courses in your country.

3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations 13
2 Technical Terms and Abbreviations
Line of sight
Horizontal angle
a) Line of sight
b) Tilting axis, horizontal rotation axis of the
instrument
c) Standing axis, vertical rotation axis of the
instrument
)Line of sight, laser beam and crosshairs
must be congruent. Refer to "9 Check &
Adjust" for more information.
3D Disto_013
a
b
c
a) Horizontal angle: [°] or [gon]
a
3D Disto_015

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3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations
Vertical angle
Setting: Horizon = 0
a) Vertical angle: [°], [gon], [1:n] or [%]
Setting: Horizon = 90°/100gon
a) Vertical angle: [°] or [gon]
3D Disto_016
a
3D Disto_017
a

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Distances
a) Perpendicular distance
a) Tie distance
b) Vertical distance = height difference
c) Horizontal distance
3D Disto_018
a
3D Disto_019
c
a
b

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3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations
Areas
Plumb up and
horizon
a) Tilted area, as measured
b) Horizontal area, calculated by 3D Disto
b
a
3D Disto_020
a) Plumb up:
Point on the plumb line above the observer.
b) Horizon:
Plane/Line 90° to the plumb line.
3D Disto_014
a
b

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References
a) Reference height:
A level that all heights refer to.
a) Reference point:
A point that all dimensions and positions refer
to.
3D Disto_021
0.00
-0.02
0.00
0.00
+2.10
+3.00
a
3D Disto_022
4.160
5.390
3.965
5.134
1.884
a

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3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations
a) Reference axis/line:
A line that all dimensions refer to.
3D Disto_023
3.101
2.911
7.040
7.002
a

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Tilt sensor The tilt sensor guarantees correct results even if the 3D Disto is not set up horizon-
tally.
Tilt sensor off = disabled
All measurement results relate to the
tilted axis and horizon of the 3D Disto.
Tilt sensor on = enabled
All measurement results relate to the
horizontal axis and horizon if the
3D Disto is set up between 0° and 3°.
3D Disto_024
3D Disto_025
0-3°

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3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations
Viewfinder and
crosshairs
•Viewfinder is an integrated camera which shows the target on the Control Unit
display.
•Crosshairs is an aiming guide displayed in the Viewfinder on the Control Unit.
a) Viewfinder
b) Crosshairs
S_3D Disto_002 a b