Newcon Optik LRF MOD 4EC User manual

Operation Manual
LASER RANGE FINDER MODULE
LRF MOD 4EC
105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON, M2H 2S5, Canada

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read prior to activation
You have just purchased a sophisticated electro-optical device
that emits invisible laser radiation. To operate it properly, please
read this manual carefully.
•NEVER direct laser beam at the eyes of people or animals
•NEVER aim the unit at the Sun or bright sources of light
•NEVER subject the unit to impacts
•NEVER transport the unit without its case
•NEVER disassemble the unit. This may be hazardous for you
due to high voltage currents in the system
•ALWAYS keep the unit out of children’s reach
•ALWAYS store the unit in a dry place
•Caution - use of controls or adjustments, or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure
•Caution - use of optical instruments such as binoculars, loupes,
mirrors, lenses, etc. with this product increases eye hazard.
•Caution - avoid access of direct sun light into eye-piece optics
for more then 5 sec consistently.
•Note: Avoid eye exposure to direct laser beam or its close
reflection

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CONTENTS
1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION............................................ 3
1.1 Principle of work ................................................. 4
1.2 Key Features ........................................................ 4
2. DEVICE APPEARANCE ........................................ 5
3. DELIVERY SET ...................................................... 7
3.1 Standard delivery set............................................ 7
3.2 Optional accessories ............................................ 7
4. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................. 8
5. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS............................ 10
5.1 Maximum distance............................................. 10
5.2 Module controls ................................................. 10
5.3 Measurement procedure..................................... 11
5.4 Target selection logic......................................... 12
5.5 Individual Measurement and Scanning regimes 12
5.6 Operation and service modes............................. 13
5.7 Mode switching and tuning................................ 14
5.8 Setup mode ........................................................ 16
5.9 Compass calibration........................................... 19
5.10 Interface format ................................................. 19
5.11 Gating mode....................................................... 20
5.12 Data Recall mode............................................... 21
5.13 Display test mode .............................................. 22

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5.14 Additional display information.......................... 22
6. BEST MEASURING TECHNIQUE...................... 23
7. Interconnectivity..................................................... 25
7.1 Connecting to computer..................................... 25
7.2 Data output protocol .......................................... 25
7.3 Additional communication features, for special
orders only ..................................................................... 27
7.4 Output connector pin layout and cable diagram 29
7.5 GPS interconnectivity ........................................ 30
8. STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE...................... 32
9. TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................... 33
10. WARRANTY......................................................... 34
11. CUSTOMER SUPPORT........................................ 35
12. QUALITY CERTIFICATE.................................... 36

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CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING!
FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS WILL
VOID THE WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE
INJURY!
1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION
The LRF Modules use the same electronics and optics as
rangefinder monoculars and binoculars. These modules can add
various range finding capabilities into host systems: distance &
speed measurement, azimuth and elevation measurement.
The modules have a built-in computer interface, which enables
immediate data acquisition by any system with standard serial
interface. Depending on exact model, customer has a choice of
various incorporated features, including, but not limited to gating
capability, fast scan mode, speed measurement, object selection
and more.
Typically a rangefinder module becomes a part of:
- Thermal imagers
- Day/night surveillance systems
- Airborne optical systems.
Both modules can be integrated into a bigger observation system.
The Modules comply with CFR 21, Part 1040.10

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Principle of work
The Modules send invisible, eye safe laser pulses to the target.
Pulses reflected from the target are captured and processed by the
digital circuitry. The time-of-flight delay between the sent and
received pulses allows calculating the distance to the target.
A built-in digital compass/inclinometer of MOD 4EC measures
target’s azimuth and elevation simultaneously with ranging.
Key Features
Selection of the first, last or the most reflective target
Distance is displayed in meters or yards, speed is displayed
in km/h or MPH, azimuth and elevation are displayed in
degrees or mils
Original digital circuitry allows ranging through most types
of glass, bushes and other obstacles
Two reticle shapes: -¦- or □
Built-in digital accurate compass/inclinometer, angles are
displayed in degrees or mils.
On-board memory keeps results of the last 10 measurements,
that can be recalled

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2. DEVICE APPEARANCE
1 – Communication connector 2 – Detachable eye-piece
3 – LRF cover 4 – Desiccator
5 – Optical window 6 – Detachable camera
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Fig. 1. MOD 4EC general view
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1 – Low battery indicator 2 – Reticle (either -¦- or )
3 – Units of measurement 4 – Measurement result
5 – Target quality indicator 6 – Laser active indicator
7 – Gating indicator 8 – Setup mode indicator
9 – Ready mode indicator
Fig. 2. Liquid Crystal Display view
through the eyepiece
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3. DELIVERY SET
Standard delivery set
The unit is supplied in the following assembly:
Qty
LRF MOD 4EC 1
Eyepiece 1
USB camera 1
Compact disk with software 1
Computer/power cable 1
Operation manual 1
Warranty card 1
Hard case 1
Connectors:
Data/power connector LEMO Push-Pull Connector
FGG.0B.309.CLAD52
Data and power connectors can be modified per individual
order.
Optional accessories
GPS cable
Remote control module