Leupold RX-1000i User manual

RX® -1000iCOMPACT DIGITAL
LASER RANGEFINDER
Complete Operation Manual
TM

Introduction .................................................. Page1
Specifications ................................................ Page10
Operation................................................... Page11
Cleaning/Maintenance......................................... Page29
Helpful Hints for Using the Leupold
RX-1000iDigital Laser Rangefinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 30
Warranty/Repair............................................. Page32
Table of Contents

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Congratulations! You have purchased a Leupold
®
RX
®
-1000iSeries digital laser
rangefinder that has been designed by Leupold’s engineers and designers to
be the best rangefinder on the market and to provide you with years of solid
performance in the field. Following are detailed instructions regarding the
proper use and employment of your RX -1000iSeries rangefinder. To ensure top
performance for the life of the product, please read these instructions before
operating your RX -1000i. This manual was written in order to provide you with
all the information needed to properly operate and obtain years of beneficial
use from the RX -1000i. Keep it in a safe place and refer to it as needed.
Your new Leupold RX-1000iSeries digital laser rangefinder is a revolutionary,
range-finding device that incorporates advanced digital electronics with
state-of-the-art ballistics algorithms. The next generation Digitally eNhanced
Accuracy (DNATM) engine incorporates additional signal processing techniques
to generate better ranging distance with more accurate rangefinding. RX-1000i
features include an incredibly bright OLED display, inclinometer, and Last
Target Mode. Another truly innovative and unique feature is True Ballistic
Range
®
(TBR), which is available on the RX -1000iTBR model. TBR algorithms
were developed by the same engineers who developed Sierra Infinity
®
Exterior
Ballistics Software and who helped develop navigation and guidance systems
for ICBMs and other missiles with far more demanding trajectory requirements
Introduction

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than a hunting bullet. TBR is a marriage of laser ranging, an inclinometer, and an
advanced computerized ballistics program. The result is distance measurements
accurate to less than a yard, no matter the angle at which the laser is fired. Bullets
and arrows travel in a ballistic arc, yet conventional rangefinders only provide
a linear distance to your target. TBR delivers the ballistic equivalent range to
the target, accounting for the effects of inclines or declines on the path of your
bullet or arrow. Other features that are provided for firearms are outputs that
display either MOA adjustments, or inches / centimeters / mils of holdover at that
specific distance. TBR eliminates any potentially significant error, and provides
a precise range for your aiming calculations. TBR is matched to each of seven
firearm ballistics groups or archery ballistics, allowing use with most popular
firearms and bows.
HOW THE RX -1000iWORKS
The RX -1000 i is a top-quality 6x22mm monocular that incorporates the
additional benefit of a state-of-the-art laser rangefinder capable of measuring
the distance of a deer-sized animal from 5 yards to 600 yards, an inanimate
object from 5 yards to 700 yards, and a reflective target from 5 yards to 1,000
yards. It emits a series of invisible, infrared energy pulses that are reflected
off the selected target back to the optical unit. State-of-the-art circuitry and
precision computing circuits are used to calculate the distance by measuring the
time it takes for each pulse to travel from the RX-1000 i to the object and back.

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The Leupold RX -1000 i 6x22mm rangefinder does employ an eye safe FDA Class 1
laser in its operation. Outside of the United States, the IEC is the governing body
over laser products and has classified the RX-1000ias Class 3R. Even so, there are
a few precautions that are important to remember:
• Do not depress the POWER button while aiming at a human eye or while
looking into the optics from the objective side
• Do not leave the RX-1000 i within the reach of small children
• Do not take the product apart as it has a self-protection device in the
electronic control module and may cause an electric shock
• Do not attempt to use any power source other than a CR2 battery
(or equivalent) — the RX -1000 i is designed to prohibit accessing any
other external power supply
Safety and Operation Precautions

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Safety and Operation Precautions (cont.)
• Make certain that the laser beam does not strike on highly reflective
surfaces
• Read this instruction manual in its entirety before using this
rangefinder. If the product is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired
• Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation
exposure
• When you see the display through the eyepiece, please be aware
that the product is active and emitting an invisible laser and the laser
aperture should not be pointed toward anyone
(Display as seen through the eyepiece)
BAS Display BOW Display LOS Display

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RX -1000iFeatures at a Glance
POWER
BATTERY
MODE
FOCUS
• Laser Radiation: FDA Class 1 / IEC Class 3R
• Measurement Range: 5 yds – 1,000 yds
• Measuring Time: Less than 1 second
• Auto Power Off after 7 seconds
• Power: CR2 battery or equivalent
• Battery Life: At least 10,000
measurements
• The RX-1000 i is weatherproof

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READING THE INTERNAL DISPLAY
The Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) display reflected into the optical path
can be manually switched between ranging modes, as measured in meters
(M) or yards (YD), or used to obtain distance while simultaneously viewing
the target. (The RX -1000ican also simply be used as a 6x monocular without
activating the OLED.)
INTERNAL DISPLAY AS SEEN THROUGH THE RX-1000iWHEN THE POWER
BUTTON IS DEPRESSED
– Indicates the distance to the target
in either yards or meters. RX-1000iTBR Models
have the additional capability of displaying
the True Ballistic Range to the target, or shot
placement information.

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BATTERY POWER STATUS INDICATOR
To determine your battery’s power level, look for the following indicators:
FULL – A full battery bar indicates your battery is at or near peak capacity.
HALF – A half-full bar indicates your battery has reached half-capacity.
LOW – The battery is nearing the end of its life and should be replaced.
NO POWER – If the battery bar is empty, and there is no data displayed
above the bar, your battery is dead and you must replace it. The battery
status bar will flash and the unit will shut down when no power remains.
MEASURING DISTANCE WITH THE RX-1000 i
Measurement of distance with the RX -1000 i is a very simple operation:
1. View the object of interest through the monocular.
2. Depress the POWER button to power up the unit.
3. Align the reticle over the object being viewed.
4. Depress the POWER button again – this will cause the laser to activate.
5. Read the distance as shown in the image field.

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CONTINUOUS MEASUREMENT OF A MOVING TARGET / SCAN MODE:
Follow the instructions for “Measuring distance…” as explained previously.
1. Once the target has been measured, continue to hold down the POWER
button and follow the object as it moves.
2. The distance will automatically update as long as the POWER button is
continuously depressed.
3. This procedure can also be used to obtain the range of multiple animals
or objects; simply move the reticle from one target to another while
holding down the POWER button.
CLEARING THE LAST DISTANCE OBTAINED:
The last range reading taken does not need to be cleared before reading
another object’s distance. For that reason, there is no reset button. Simply aim at
the new object using the reticle, depress the POWER button and hold until the
new range reading is displayed.
The ranging accuracy of all Leupold RX -1000 i Series rangefinders is ± 0.5 yard/
meter at distances less than 125 yards/meters, while the accuracy beyond 125
yards/meters is +/- 3 yards. The maximum range of the unit depends on the
reflectivity of the target and atmospheric conditions.