Newcon Optik LRM 1500 User manual

Newcon International ltd. © 2004 Printed in Canada
Operation Manual
LRM 1200 / LRM 1500
LRM 1500SPD
LASER RANGE FINDER MONOCULAR
In USA: 3310 Prospect Ave. Cleveland, OH 44115
In Canada: 105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON M2H 2S5

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read prior to activation
You have just purchased a complicated electronic device. To
operate it properly, please read this manual carefully. Here are
some common precautions that must be noted.
•NEVER subject the unit to impact while operating or being
transported
•NEVER transport the unit without the case
•NEVER disassemble the unit. This device contains high voltage
components, which may be hazardous to you!
•NEVER reverse the polarity of a battery
•ALWAYS remove batteries when not in use for a long period
•ALWAYS store in a warm dry place when not in use
•Caution - use of controls or adjustments, or performance of
proceedings other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure
•Caution - the use of optical instruments with this product will
increase eye hazard
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NOTES:

10. QUALITY CERTIFICATE
The LRM 1200 / LRM 1500 / LRM 1500SPD is suited for
usage.
Production date ____________________________
Serial number _____________________________
Quality Inspector signature _____________________
Purchase date ______________________________
Salesman _________________________________
Quality Assurance Seal_______________________
Features of the LRM 1200 / LRM 1500 / LRM 1500SPD
Laser Range Finder Monocular
•Latest digital circuitry allows targeting through most types
of glass
•'Last Target' measurement
•Meters/Yards display
•Last 10 readings recall
•Selectable reticle shape (+ or G)
•Target quality indicator
•Speed Finder (LRM 1500SPD)
CONTENTS
1. Brief description
2. Appearance of the device
3. Supplied accessories
4. Technical characteristics
5. Operation instructions
5.1. Preparing the device for operation
5.2. Distance measuring procedure
6. Storage and maintenance instructions
7. Trouble shooting
8. Warranty
9. Customer Support
10. Quality certificate
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BEFORE USE CAREFULLY READ ALL THE
INSTRUCTIONS!
FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS WILL VOID
THE WARRANTY!
1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION
LRM 1200 / LRM 1500 / LRM 1500SPD Laser Range Finder
Monocular is advanced Laser Range Finder system that
provides instant distance measurements consistently and
accurately. The outstanding optics provides a sharp, clear image
under all conditions. LRM is utilizing a revolutionary digital
design, which is outperforming any other product in its class and
price range.
The unit sends an invisible, eye safe laser beam pulses to the
target. The returned beams are captured by the digital circuitry.
The time differential allows us to calculate the distance to the
target.
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9. CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Should you experience any difficulties with your Newcon
OPTIK product, consult the enclosed manual. If the problem
remains unresolved, contact our customer support department at
[phone] or Toll free at 1-877-398-6666. Our operating
hours are 9am-5pm, Monday - Friday, Standard East Time.
At no time should equipment be sent back to Newcon
without following the instructions of our technical
support department.
Newcon accepts no responsibility for unauthorized
returns.
To locate NEWCON Authorized Dealer call:
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
INTERNET: http://WWW.NEWCON-OPTIK.COM
The defective products should be shipped to:
In USA: 3310 Prospect Ave. Cleveland, OH 44115
In Canada: 105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON M2H 2S5
From International:
105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON M2H 2S5, CANADA
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8. WARRANTY
NEWCON OPTIK warrants this product against defects in
material and workmanship for one year from the date of the
original date of consumer's purchase, but no more than 18
months from the date of manufacturing. Should your Newcon
product prove defective during this period, please bring the
product securely packaged in its original container or an
equivalent, along with proof of the date of original purchase, to
your Newcon Dealer. Newcon will repair (or at its option
replace), the product or part thereof, which, on inspection by
Newcon, is found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
What This Warranty Does Not Cover:
NEWCON is not responsible for warranty service should the
product fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly
as a result of misuse, abuse, improper installation, neglect,
damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, lightning,
improper electrical current, or service other than by a NEWCON
Authorized Service. Postage, insurance, or shipping costs
incurred in presenting your NEWCON product for warranty
service are your responsibility. Please include a check or money
order made out to NEWCON OPTIK for the amount of $15.00 to
cover shipping and handling. This covers products shipped in
USA or Canada only.
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2. APPEARANCE OF THE DEVICE
1 – Eyepiece; 2 – Objective lens; 3 – Laser emitting lens
4 – Receiver lens; 5 – Mode button; 6 – Action button;
7 – Body of the device; 8 – Rubber grip
Fig. 1
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Made in Canada
Newcon Optik
Patent pending
1 – Eyepiece; 9 – Battery compartment cover; 10 – Screw;
11- Identification label
Fig. 2
3. SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
LRM is supplied in the following assembly:
- Device
- Carrying Case
- Neck Strap
- User’s manual
- Warranty card
- 9V battery (optional)
1 pc.
1 pc.
1 pc.
1 pc.
1 pc.
1 pc.
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING
The range-measuring mode does not work.
Press the Action Button again.
Check that the batteries are installed properly. Check the charge
of the batteries. Replace if they are weak. Do not use old
batteries with new ones.
How can I clear last reading before making next measurement?
Direct the unit’s LCD reticle at the new target, press the Action
button. The new reading will appear.
There are black dots in the image.
A LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) is installed in the optical
channel of the device. Due to manufacturing imperfections in the
production process of the LCD, small black dots, scratches and
other blemishes might be visible. Those blemishes are strictly
regulated for maximum allowed number, size and location. It
does not degrade the product's performance.
Range measurement cannot be obtained.
•Check if range detection mode is activated (message
READY appears on the LCD display)
•Check if Active Button is pressed
•Make sure that neither your hand or finger is blocking
objective lenses, Laser emitting lens or Receiver lens.
•Check if the unit is steady while pressing Action button.
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6. STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.
Precautions: LRM is a sophisticated precision optical
instrument equipped with electronics. Therefore, it should be
handled with due care.
•Keep your device away from direct sunlight, impacts, dust,
moisture, and sudden changes of temperatures.
•Do not keep the device at temperatures higher than 50oC
(122oF).
•Do not touch the optical surfaces with fingers. Doing so
may damage the anti-reflection coating.
•Avoid shocks and sharp jolts.
•Cleaning of optical surfaces is only allowed with
professional camera lens cleaning supplies.
•To clean the exterior of the device, use a soft clean cloth.
•Keep away from heating appliances and central heating.
•Remove the batteries when storing the device for long period
of time.
•The manufacturer can only make repair works.
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4. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
1. Optics
Magnification, x
Objective Lens, mm
Exit Pupil Diameter, mm
Field of View
Type of Coating
Reticle
7
25
3.6
8°
Fully multi-coated optics
Corresponds to laser
direction and approx. size of
the laser on target
2. Range
Finder
Type
Measuring Range, m
- LRM 1200
- LRM 1500, LRM 1500SPD
Accuracy
'Last Target' measurement
Meters/Yards display
Last 10 readings recall
Reticle shape (+ or G)
Target quality indicator
Class 1, eye safe, 905nm
20 – 1,200
20 – 1,500
±1m ±0.1%
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Optional
3. Speed
Detection Model LRM 1500SPD only
- Measured speed range, KmH
- Accuracy, KmH
Yes
5 – 500
±1
4. Misc.
Battery
'Low Battery' Indicator
Tripod thread
Operational Temperature Range
Storage Temperature Range
Weight without battery, g
Dimensions, mm
9 V
Yes
¼” x 20
-25 / +50oC (-13 / +122oF)
-45 / +85oC (-49 / +185oF)
420
120 x 122 x 60
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5. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
1 – Low Battery indicator; 2 – Reticle (cross or rectangular selectable);
3 – Units of measurement (Yards, Meters, KMH,
MPH or Degrees); 4 – Measurement result;
5 – Target Quality indicator (optional); 6 – Laser Active indicator
7 – Over 100m indicator (optional).
Fig. 3
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The displayed statistical qualification of the reflected signal
characterizes variation in expected accuracy of measurements. At
qualification HIGH the accuracy of measurements is stated as
±1m ±0.1%. At lower rates of statistical qualification the
expected accuracy may marginally degrade.
Please note: this is an optional feature.
The display presents message LOW BAT – when voltage of the
primary 9-volt battery drops below 7.2 volt. At this point the
System is still functional but the battery should be replaced as
soon as possible. The System can operate at the voltage level
above 7 volt.
The System remains in the active displaying state for 10 seconds
after pressing of any of the operating buttons and after 10
seconds enters the passive low power state.
Alkaline or lithium type of batteries capable to sustain current
drain up to 150 ma should be used for powering the System.
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c. Reflection
Distance measuring procedure includes instant statistical
processing of the package of single measuring sessions.
Qualitative result of the statistical processing is presented on the
Display as a message TARGET REFLECTION (5).
There are four statistical qualifications of the reflected signal:
•NO TARGET REFLECTION – when a steady
reflected signal isn’t received. Numerical display shows
four dashes at the distance displaying area;
•TARGET REFLECTION LOW – when the number of
steady received reflected signals is just enough to make
acceptable conclusion about the measured distance;
•TARGET REFLECTION MED - when the number of
steady received reflected signals is in medium range and
enough to make positive conclusion about the measured
distance;
•TARGET REFLECTION HIGH - when the number
of steady received reflected signals is qualified to be
enough to make reliable conclusion about the measured
distance.
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5.1. Preparing the Device for Operation.
•Unscrew the screw (10) and open battery compartment cover
(9) (fig. 2).
•Insert one 9V battery (sold separately) into the battery
compartment observing correct polarity.
•Close the battery compartment cover (9) tighten screw (10).
After changing the battery, it is recommended to run the CL
(CLEAR) mode (refer mode selection procedure).
5.2. Distance Measuring Procedure
a. Measuring state
When the Rangefinder is in the passive, low power state, the
LCD Display is blank (transparent).
Pressing any of the operating buttons activates the System and
the Display. Initially the System always assumes READY mode
of operation and word READY appears on the Display.
Pressing Action button (6) (fig. 1) at this point triggers a distance
measuring session, and the result will be displayed in numerical
form (4) (fig. 3) (if measurement is unsuccessful then four
dashes ‘----‘ will appear in the numerical area). Please note that
the target must be over 20m away.
Optional scanning mode: If the Action button (6) is held
(pressed) for more than 3 seconds the System automatically
enters SCANNING mode. At this mode the System repetitively
performs distance measuring and displaying.
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The time interval between measurements is approximately 1
second. Please note: this feature is optional and not
necessarily present in your device.
The maximum measuring range for most objects will be 1200m
with LRM 1200 and 1512m with models LRM 1500 and LRM
1500SPD. The maximum measured distance will vary greatly
depending on the reflectivity of the target, weather conditions
and more.
Target reflectivity depends on its color, surface finish, shape etc.
Bright colors are more reflective than darks. A polished surface
is more reflective than a rough one. Larger targets are easier for
distance measuring. Measuring a target faced at 90o
(perpendicular to the laser beams path) provides optimal results.
Bad weather conditions (rain, fog, snow, mist) will reduce the
maximum measured range.
Bright sunny days will reduce performance as well
While the unit will work through many glass types, measuring
through glass will affect the results.
b. Mode selection state
Pressing MODE button (5) when the System is in READY mode
brings the System to the Mode selecting state. Pressing the Mode
button can sequentially scan the Modes. The Mode under
selection is being indicated on the Display by flashing of the
selectable feature. The "flashing" feature can be selected by
pressing the Action button (6).
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The System operates in the setting Modes that are displayed as
follows (refer to fig.3):
Y/M – units of measurement: yards or meters (3).
KMH/MPH – units of speed measurement: km/hour or
miles/hour (3).
Please note: this is feature is provided with LRM 1500SPD only.
Shape of the reticle: cross shape or rectangular shape (2). Please
note: this is an optional feature.
rEC1 - recall function. Upon pressing the Action button (6) (fig.
1) the Display will sequentially show results of last 10
measurements, starting from the latest one. The number
appearing after word "rEC" shows the number of the
measurement counted back in the sequence. When the System is
in inactive state the 10 previous measurements are stored within
the System and may be recalled any time;
CL - clear data function: upon pressing the Action button (6)
(fig. 1) the entire data on all previous measurements will be
erased.
NOTE: After changing a battery the recall stack should be
cleared by exercising the CL mode.
OVER 100 – allows to ignore targets closer than 100m.
Useful when looking through bush.
Please note: this is an optional feature on early designs. Latest
version includes automatic “Last Target” selection that renders
obsolete the requirement for a separate manual mode selection.
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