Leupold RX-1300i TBR Operating instructions

RX
®
-1300i TBR DIGITAL
LASER RANGEFINDER
Complete Operating Instructions

Introduction ...............................................Page 1
Specifications ..............................................Page 9
Operation ................................................Page 10
Cleaning/Maintenance .......................................Page 31
Helpful Hints for Using the Leupold
RX-1300i Digital Laser Rangefinders ............................Page 32
Warranty / Repair ..........................................Page 34
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Congratulations! You have purchased a Leupold
®
RX-1300i TBR Series digital laser
rangefinder that has been designed by Leupold’s engineers and designers to be
the best rangefinder in its class 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 rangefinder. To ensure top performance for the life of the
product, please read these instructions before operating your RX-1300i TBR.
Your new Leupold RX rangefinder incorporates advanced digital electronics with
state-of-the-art ballistics algorithms. The Digitally eNhanced AccuracyTM (DNA
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engine incorporates additional signal processing techniques to generate better ranging
distance with more accurate rangefinding. RX-1300i TBR features include Leupold’s
exclusive Trophy Scale, multiple reticle options, and yards/meters. Additionally, the
truly innovative and unique feature is True Ballistic Range
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(TBR). 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 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 within
a yard, no matter the angle at which the laser is fired. Bullets and arrows travel in
INTRODUCTION

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a ballistic arc, yet conventional rangefinders only provide a linear distance to your
target or a trig “shoot to” distance which fails on longer shots or steeper angles.
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 holdover adjustments in either MOA,
milliradians, or inches/centimeters at that specific distance. TBR eliminates any
potentially significant error, and provides a precise range for your aiming calculations.
TBR is matched to 7 rifle ballistics groups, allowing use with most popular firearms.
HOW THE RX-1300iTBR WORKS
The RX-1300i TBR is a top-quality 6x23mm 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 6 yards to 900 yards, and a reflective target from
6 yards to 1300 yards. The rangefinders emit 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-1300i TBR to the
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The Leupold RX-1300i TRB 6x23mm rangefinders employ an eye safe FDA Class 1 laser in
their operation. Outside of the United States, the IEC is the governing body over laser products
and has classified the RX-1300i TBR as 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 rangefinders 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-1300i TBR rangefinder is designed to prohibit
accessing any other external power supply
SAFETY AND OPERATION PRECAUTIONS
CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE This product complies with IEC
60825-1: 2014-05 Ed. 3.0 and complies with FDA performance standards
for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice
No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.
Po:<5.14mW. λ:895-915nm. tW:20-60ns.
LEUPOLD & STEVENS, Inc,
14400 NW Greenbrier Parkway, Beaverton, OR 97006

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SAFETY AND OPERATION PRECAUTIONS (cont.)
• Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure
• When you see the displays below 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. The unit will produce an
audible “click” when the power button is activated to notify the user that the
rangefinder is emitting an invisible laser
• 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
BAS Display BOW Display LOS Display
(Display as seen through the eyepiece)

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RX-1300i FEATURES AT A GLANCE
POWER
FOCUS
• Laser Radiation: FDA Class 1 / IEC Class 3R
• Measurement Range: 6 yds – 1300 yds
• Measuring Time: Less than 1 second
• Auto Power Off after 5 seconds
(45 seconds if Trophy Scale is enabled)
• Power: CR2 battery or equivalent
• Battery Life: At least 5,000 actuations
• Accuracy: +/- .5 yard/meter, up to 125 yds
• The RX-1300i TBR rangefinder is waterproof
MODE
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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 – If the battery bar is empty, yet there is still data displayed above the bar, 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-1300i TBR
Measurement of distance with the RX-1300i TBR 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:
1. Follow the instructions for “Measuring distance…” as explained previously.
2. Once the target has been measured, continue to hold down the POWER button
and follow the object as it moves.
3. The distance will automatically update as long as the POWER button is
continuously depressed.
4. 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 does not need to be cleared before reading another object’s
distance. 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-1300i TBR Series rangefinders is ± .5 yard/meter at distances less than 125
yards/meters, while the accuracy beyond 125 yards/meters is ± 2 yards/meters. The
maximum range of the unit depends on the reflectivity of the target and atmospheric
conditions.

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Following is a reference table listing the ranges of the RX-1300i TBR rangefinder
under different conditions:
Surface texture, color, size, and shape of the target all affect reflectivity, which in
turn affects the maximum range of the instrument. As a rule of thumb, brightly
colored targets are much more reflective than darker targets. Tan game coats are
more reflective (and thus provide a more solid reading) than a black roof. A shiny
surface is more reflective than a dull surface. Smaller targets are more difficult to
range than larger targets. Light conditions, haze, fog, rain, and other environmental
conditions can all affect ranging performance. Any factor which degrades air clarity
will reduce the maximum effective range. The sun generates infrared energy that can
degrade ranging performance in bright conditions or when ranging towards the sun.
MAXIMUM RANGE
CONDITION Yards Meters
Reflective Target
1300 1189
Trees
1100 1006
Deer
900 823

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SPECIFICATIONS
The RX-1300i TBR digital laser rangefinder provides a variety of useful modes to
tailor performance to the conditions you experience in the field. Model features are
identified on the following pages.
RX-1300i TBR
Magnification
6×
Inclinometer
Yes
TBR (True Ballistic Range)
Yes
Last Target Mode
Yes
Line of Sight Distance (LOS)
Yes
Trophy Scale
Yes
Yards / Meters Mode
Yes
Scan Mode
Yes
Battery Life >5,000 Actuations
Weight
7.0 oz
Dimension (Inches) 4.0 x 2.5 x 1.5
Battery Status Indicator
Yes
Warranty
2 Years
Waterproof
Yes
Accurate +/- .5 Yard @ <125 yds.
Yes

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QUICK SET MENU™
OPERATION
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QUICK START MENU
When you initially push the POWER button, the unit is ready for set up. To enter the
Quick Set MenuTM, press and hold the MODE button for at least 1 second and then
release the button.
To manipulate a function, press the MODE button until that function is displayed,
then use the POWER button to change the setting. If this is the last function to
be changed, you can allow the rangefinder to sit idle for 30 seconds which will
cause an automatic power-off, saving all selections. If additional functions require
manipulation, simply press MODE to continue through the Quick Set Menu. Pressing
and holding MODE for 1 second at any time will save all changes, exit the Quick Set
Menu, and prepare the rangefinder for immediate use.
Note: Activating certain modes automatically disables other modes. For example activating
the yards mode will automatically deactivate the meters mode.

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FUNCTION 1: RFL, BOW OR LOS
To activate RFL, BOW, or LOS, activate the RX-1300i TRB by pressing the POWER
button, then press the MODE button to enter the menu. While “dISP” is shown in
the display, press and release the POWER button to rotate through RFL, BOW, and
LOS modes. Once the desired mode is displayed, press the MODE button.
TBR FOR RIFLE USERS
TBR calculates the equivalent horizontal range (level fire range) from which you can
determine the correct aim for the conditions. For example, if you are shooting a .270
caliber, 130 grain bullet at 3,050 feet per second up a 30° incline at 400 yards,
direct line of sight, the TBR output will be 367 yards. The first step in correctly using
TBR is to Practice, Practice, Practice. Anytime you handle a firearm or bow, you are
ultimately responsible for your projectile.
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For rifle users, scope adjustment or holdover information can also be displayed.
RFL mode is comprised of five functions: BAS, HOLD, MIL, MOA and TRIG.
One of these modes must be selected when in RFL mode before moving on to
choosing your ballistic group in Function 2. The available functions are described
on pages 14-16. TBR for rifle (RFL) settings is effective to 800 yards. If the
target is farther than 800 yards (731 meters), the LOS icon will flash while RFL
remains displayed, and resulting distance will be the line of sight distance only.
Press MODE to enter the setup menu. To select the desired function, rotate
through the “dISP” until RFL is reached (activate if necessary).
While the RFL icon is highlighted and the word “SEt” is shown
in the upper display, pressing POWER repeatedly will scroll
through BAS, HOLD, MIL, MOA and TRIG respectively; press
MODE when the desired function is displayed. For information
regarding BOW and LOS settings, please see page 18.

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BAS displays the equivalent horizontal range, which is
based upon the angle and the ballistics group and sight-in
distance you will choose in a later mode. This is the range you will
want to use when shooting, rather than the line of sight distance,
which may contain gross errors depending upon the shot angle.
Readings will be displayed with equivalent horizontal range in the
upper portion of the display.
HOLD will display the appropriate amount of inches/centimeters
holdover to use, which is based upon the ballistics group and
sight-in distance you will choose in a later mode. The upper
display shows the line of sight distance to the target. In the
example to the right, the line of sight distance is 400 yards, and
the lower display indicates that you should hold 23.1 inches
above your intended point of impact.
If the RX-1300i TBR is set to range in meters, the appropriate
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MIL will display the appropriate amount of holdover in milliradians
to use, which is based upon the ballistics group and sight-in
distance you will choose in a later mode. The upper display shows
the line of sight distance to the target. The lower display shows the
appropriate number of mils to hold over or under. In the example
to the right, the line of sight distance is 750 yards, and the lower
display indicates that you should hold 6.0 mils above your intended
point of impact. Holdover values will be displayed in mils for both
yards and meters modes.
MOA Mode will show the minute-of-angle adjustment for your target
which is based upon the ballistics group and sight-in distance you
will choose in a later mode. The upper display shows the line of
sight distance to the target. The lower display shows the appropriate
number of MOA to adjust over or under your target. In the example
to the right, the line of sight distance is 750 yards, and the lower
display indicates that you should dial the scope up 20.5 MOA to
account for bullet drop. Scope corrections will be displayed in MOA
for both yards and meters modes.
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TRIG, a function that is included to support tradesmen and
sportsmen, displays the true horizontal range and true vertical
range, which is based upon trigonometry using angle and line
of sight distance. Line of sight distance (LOS) readings will be
displayed in the upper portion of the display. The lower display will
briefly show the true horizontal distance (cosine) then the absolute
value of the true vertical distance (sine). Have you ever wondered
if that leaning tree would hit your home or tent if it fell? Measure
the height by obtaining the true vertical distance and then
measure the distance from your house or tent to the tree.
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TBR (TRUE BALLISTIC RANGE): RIFLE
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