Nikon Coolshot 40i User manual

Instruction manual/Manual de instrucciones/
Manuel d’utilisation/Manual de instruções
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CONTENTS
1. Introduction .............................................................. 3-4
2. Cautions before use ............................................... 5-7
3. Key features .................................................................. 8
4. Nomenclature/Composition .................................. 9
5. Internal display .......................................................... 10
6. Measurement display mode ................................. 11
7. Target priority mode................................................. 12
8. Distance display units ............................................. 12
9. Battery .......................................................................... 13
10. Measurement ...................................................... 14-15
11. Specifications ...................................................... 16-17
12. Troubleshooting/Repair ......................................... 18
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Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Laser Rangefinder COOLSHOT 40i.
Before using this product, please read these instructions thoroughly to ensure correct usage.
After reading, please keep this manual handy for easy reference.
1. Introduction

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● About the manual
・No part of the manual included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a
retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written
permission.
・Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain.
・The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice.
●About controls for radio interference
・This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
・This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and to EU EMC directive. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.
● About measurement results
This Nikon Laser Rangefinder is a basic rangefinder. Its results cannot be used as official evidence.

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Please observe the following
guidelines strictly so you can use
the equipment properly and
avoid potentially hazardous
problems. Before using this
product, read thoroughly the
“Cautions before use” and
instructions on correct usage
accompanying the product.
Keep this manual within reach
for easy reference.
WARNING
This indication alerts you to the fact
that any improper use ignoring the
contents described herein can result
in potential death or serious injury.
CAUTION
This indication alerts you to the fact
that any improper use ignoring the
contents described herein can result
in potential injury or material loss.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Laser)
The Nikon Laser Rangefinder uses an
invisible laser beam. Be sure to
observe the following:
Warning
• Do not press the POWER ON/
Measurement button while
looking into the optics from the
objective side. Failure to do this may
negatively affect or damage your
eyes.
• Do not aim at the eye.
• Do not point the laser at people.
• Do not look at the laser with another
optical instrument such as through
lenses or binoculars, nor with the
naked eye. This may result in damage
to the eyes.
• When not measuring, please keep
your fingers away from the POWER
ON/Measurement button to avoid
accidentally emitting the laser
beam.
• When not in use for an extended
period, please remove the battery
from the body.
• Do not disassemble/remodel/
repair the Nikon Laser
Rangefinder. The emitting
laser may be harmful to your
health. A product that has been
disassembled/remodeled/
repaired is not guaranteed by the
manufacturer.
• Keep the Nikon Laser Rangefinder
out of reach of children when
stored.
• If the Nikon Laser Rangefinder’s
body cover is damaged, or if it
emits a strange sound due to
dropping or some other cause,
remove the battery immediately
and stop using.
2. Cautions before use

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
(Lithium battery)
If handled incorrectly, the battery
may rupture and leak, corroding
equipment and staining clothing.
Be sure to observe the following:
• Install the battery with the + and –
poles positioned correctly.
• The battery should be removed
when exhausted or during
extended periods of non-use.
• Do not short the end terminal of
the battery chamber.
• Do not carry together with keys
or coins in a pocket or bag, it may
short and cause overheating.
• Do not expose the battery to water,
or a flame. Never disassemble the
battery.
• Do not charge the lithium battery.
• If liquid from a damaged battery
comes into contact with clothing or
skin, rinse immediately with plenty
of water. If liquid from a damaged
battery enters the eyes, rinse
immediately with clean water, then
consult a doctor.
• When disposing of the battery,
follow your local area regulations.
• Prevent children from putting
the rubber eyecup or small parts,
etc. into their mouths. If children
swallow such parts, consult a
doctor immediately.
• If using the rubber eyecup for a
long period of time, some people
may suffer skin inflammation. If any
symptoms occur, stop using it and
consult a doctor immediately.
• When carrying the Nikon Laser
Rangefinder, store it in the case.
• If your Nikon Laser Rangefinder
should fail to operate correctly,
discontinue use immediately and
consult with your local dealer for
instructions on where to send it for
repair.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
(Monocular)
The Nikon Laser Rangefinder
employs a monocular in its optical
system in order to aim at the target.
Be sure to observe the following:
Warning
• Never look directly at the sun, an
intense light or the laser beam
when using the Nikon Laser
Rangefinder.
Cautions
• When not using the Nikon Laser
Rangefinder, do not push the
POWER ON/Measurement button.
• Do not use this product while
walking. Failure to observe this
may cause injury or malfunction
as a result of walking into
something, hitting others, falling
or other accidents.
• Do not swing around by the
strap. This may result in hitting
others and cause injury.
• Do not place this product in
an unstable place. Failure to
observe this may result in falling
or dropping and cause injury or
malfunction.
• Keep the plastic bag used to wrap
this product or other small parts
out of reach of children.

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Storage
• Water condensation or mold may
occur on the lens surface because
of high humidity. Therefore, store
the Nikon Laser Rangefinder in a
cool, dry place.
After use on a rainy day or at night,
thoroughly dry it at room
temperature, then store in a cool,
dry place.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Lenses
• When removing dust on the lens
surface, use a soft oil-free brush.
• When removing stains or smudges
like fingerprints from the lens
surface, wipe the lenses very gently
with a soft clean cotton cloth or
quality oil-free lens tissue. Use a
small quantity of pure alcohol (not
denatured) to wipe stubborn
smudges. Do not use velvet cloth
or ordinary tissue, as it may scratch
the lens surface. Once the cloth has
been used for cleaning the body, it
should not be used again for the
lens surface.
Main body
• Clean the body surface with a soft,
clean cloth after blowing away dust
with a blower* lightly. Do not use
benzene, thinner, or other cleaners
containing organic solvents.
* A blower is rubber cleaning
equipment that blows air from a
nozzle.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Cautions
• It is not designed for use
underwater.
• Rain, water, sand and mud should
be removed from the rangefinder
body surface as soon as possible,
using a soft, clean cloth.
• Do not leave the Nikon Laser
Rangefinder in a car on a hot or
sunny day, or near heat-generating
equipment. This may damage or
negatively affect it.
• Do not leave the Nikon Laser
Rangefinder in direct sunlight.
Ultraviolet rays and excessive heat
may negatively affect or even
damage the unit.
• If the Nikon Laser Rangefinder is
exposed to sudden changes in
temperature, water condensation
may occur on lens surfaces. Do
not use the product until the
condensation has evaporated.
This symbol indicates that this battery is to be
collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European
countries.
• This battery is designated for separate collection at an
appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as
household waste.
• For more information, contact the retailer or the local
authorities in charge of waste management.
Symbol for separate collection applicable in European
countries
This symbol indicates that this product is to be
collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European
countries.
• This product is designated for separate collection at
an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as
household waste.
• For more information, contact the retailer or the local
authorities in charge of waste management.
Symbol for separate collection applicable in European
countries

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3. Key features
• Measurement range of actual distance:
7.5-590 meters/8-650 yards
• High-quality 6x finder with multilayer coating
• Larger ocular for easy viewing
• Select from four measurement display modes, which
can be easily switched. Golf mode displays the slope
adjusted distance (Horizontal distance ± Height)
which is useful for golf.
• Target priority switching system, which can be
chosen according to the target, is employed
• Sustained pressing of the POWER ON/Measurement
button enables continuous measurement function
• Automatic power shut-off (after approx. 8 sec.
unoperated)
• Default to“Last Use”settings
• Rainproof — JIS/IEC protection class 4 (IPX4)
equivalent (under our testing conditions)
• Invisible/Eyesafe EN/IEC Class 1M Laser
The Nikon Laser Rangefinder uses an invisible
laser beam for measuring. It measures the time the
laser beam takes to travel from the rangefinder
to the target and back. Laser reflectivity and
measurement results may vary according to
climatic and environmental conditions, as well
as the color, surface finish, size, shape and other
characteristics of the target.
The following conditions facilitate measuring:
• Cloudy weather
• Bright-colored target
• Large-size target
• When laser incidence to the target’s reflective
surface is straight
Measurement may be inaccurate or fail in the
following cases:
• In snow, rain or fog
• Small or slender target
• Black or dark target
• Target has stepped surface
• Moving or vibrating target
• When measuring the surface of water
• Target measured through glass
• When the target is glass or a mirror
• When laser incidence to the target’s reflective
surface is oblique

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4. Nomenclature/Composition
1. Monocular objective lens/
Laser emission aperture
2. Laser detector aperture
3. MODE button
4. POWER ON/Measurement button
5. 6x monocular eyepiece
6. Eyecup/Diopter adjustment ring
7. Diopter index
8. Strap eyelet
9. Battery chamber cover “Open” indication
10. Battery chamber cover
11. Product number label
12. Indication
• Body ...................................... x1
• Case ....................................... x1
• Strap ...................................... x1
• Lithium battery (CR2) ..... x1
Composition
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5. Internal display
Distance
Unit of measure (m/yd.)
Target mark
Laser irradiation mark
Height
(Actual distance at Golf mode setting)
Battery condition
Incline
Decline
First Target Priority mode
Distant Target Priority mode
:Aim at the target you want to measure. Position the target at the center of the reticle.
:Appears while the laser is being irradiated for a measurement.
Do not look towards the objective lens side while this mark is shown.
:Now measuring
:"Failure to measure" or "Unable to measure"
* Because the internal display of this product is enlarged by the eyepiece, dust may sometimes be seen.
This will not, however, affect the measurement accuracy.

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6. Measurement display mode
1. Turn on the power.
2. Press and hold the MODE button, then
immediately press the POWER ON/
Measurement button.
3. Release your finger from the POWER ON/
Measurement button within 2 seconds to
switch the Measurement display mode.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to switch measurement
display mode in rotation.
*If the buttons are not pressed in the correct
order, switching will not take place.
Actual
Distance
Height
Horizontal
Distance
Height
Slope Adjusted
Distance*
Actual
Distance
Actual
Distance
Horizontal Distance
and Height Mode
Golf Mode
Actual Distance
Mode
Actual Distance
and Height Mode
* (Horizontal distance ± Height)

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7. Target priority mode
This Nikon Laser Rangefinder employs the First Target
Priority/Distant Target Priority switching system (Factory
default setting is First Target Priority mode).
1. Turn on the power.
2. Press and hold the MODE button, then press and hold
the POWER ON/Measurement button.
Continue to press and hold both buttons (for more than
two seconds) until Target Priority modes are switched.
3. Release both buttons after the mode has switched.
*If the buttons are not pressed in the correct order,
switching will not take place.
[First Target Priority mode/Distant Target Priority mode]
When measuring overlapping subjects, First Target Priority
mode displays the distance of the closest subject and
Distant Target Priority mode displays that of the farthest
subject.
First Target Priority mode
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Distant Target Priority mode
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8. Distance display units
Meter [ ]Yard [ ]
Measurement results are displayed in yards/meters.
(Factory default setting is yard.)
1. Turn on the power.
2. Press and hold the MODE button for more than two
seconds. After the display unit has switched, release
the button.

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9. Battery
1. Type of battery
3V CR2 lithium battery x1
2. Inserting/replacing battery
2-1. Open the battery chamber cover
Rotate the battery chamber cover counterclockwise and remove it. It may not open easily due to its rubber
packing for water resistance.
2-2. Insert the battery/Replace the old battery with a new one
Insert a new battery correctly positioned following the indication seal inside the chamber. The [+] pole should
be positioned toward the inside of the chamber. If the battery is not inserted correctly, the Nikon Laser
Rangefinder will not operate. When replacing the battery, remove the old battery then insert a new one.
2-3. Close the battery chamber cover
Rotate the battery chamber cover clockwise to screw it into the body. It may not close easily due to the rubber
packing for water resistance, but continue to turn it all the way until it stops. Confirm that the cover is securely
closed.
3. Battery level indicator
* The battery condition mark in the internal display warns when the battery needs to be replaced.
Display Description
After power on, displays for 2 seconds only. Sufficient power available.
After power on, displays for 2 seconds only.
Power getting low.
Prepare to replace the battery.
Displayed continuously. Low. Battery should be replaced with a new one.
Blinks. After blinking 3 times, automatically
powers o.
Power exhausted.
Replace the battery.
4. Battery life
Continuous operation: Approx. 10,000 times (at approx. 20°C)
This figure may differ according to conditions, temperature, and other factors such as target shape, color, etc. Use
only as a guide.
* The battery supplied with this Nikon Laser Rangefinder is for operation checking. Due to natural electrical discharge, the
life of this battery will likely be shorter than that noted above.
* If water enters the battery chamber due to submersion, dry the battery chamber well, then replace the battery.

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10. Measurement
Caution — Controls, adjustments or usage of procedures other than those specified herein may
produce negative effects or damage to your health due to laser radiation.
1. Preparing
Install a battery in the battery chamber. (See "Battery")
2. Diopter adjustment
Adjust the diopter to obtain a clear internal display in the viewfinder.
First, rotate the diopter adjustment ring counterclockwise until it comes to a complete stop. Next, rotate the
diopter adjustment ring back and forth until the internal display comes into focus.
3. Measuring
Before measuring, be sure to confirm each mode (Measurement display mode/Target priority mode/Distance
display unit) setting.
* Please refer to each section on how to set each mode.
3-1. Turn on the power.
(Automatic power shut-off after
approx. 8 seconds unoperated.)
Immediately after power-on
3-2. Aim at the target.
Position the target at the center of
the target mark.
Standby

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* Continuous measurement function
3-3. Press the POWER ON/Measurement button to start measurement.
After measurement, the result is displayed for approx. 8 seconds, then power automatically turns off.
If you press the POWER ON/Measurement button during power-on, another measurement starts.
Press and hold the
POWER ON/Measurement button to start continuous measurement up to approx.
8 seconds. During measurement, the measured result is displayed consecutively while the laser
irradiation mark is blinking.
If you release your finger from the button, continuous measurement stops.
Example of measurement failureExample of measured distance
display
When measuring a flagstick at a golf course, for example, set First Target Priority
mode. Keep targeting the flagstick at the center of the target mark with the
continuous measurement function to minimize handshake.

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11. Specifications
Measurement system
Measurement range
(actual distance) 7.5-590 meters/8-650 yards
Distance display (increment)
Actual distance (upper 4-digit): every 0.5m/yd.
Actual distance (lower 3-digit): every 1m/yd.
Horizontal distance/Slope adjusted distance (upper 4-digit):
every 0.2m/yd.
Height (lower 3-digit): every 0.2m/yd. (shorter than 100m/yd.)
every 1m/yd. (100m/yd. and over)
Optical system
Magnification (x) 6
Effective diameter of objective
lens (mm) 21
Angular field of view (real) (˚) 7.5
Eye relief (mm) 18.3
Exit pupil (mm) 3.5
Diopter adjustment ±4m
- 1
Others
Operating temperature (˚C/˚F) -10 — +50/14 — 122
Operating humidity (%RH) 80 or less (without dew condensation)
Power source CR2 lithium battery x 1 (DC 3V)
Automatic power shut-off (after approx. 8 sec. unoperated)
Dimensions (L x H x W) (mm/in.) 112 x 70 x 36/4.4 x 2.8 x 1.4
Weight (g/oz.) Approx. 160/5.6 (without battery)

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Structure JIS/IEC protection class 4 (IPX4) equivalent (under our testing conditions)*
Electromagnetic compatibility FCC Part15 SubPartB class B, EU:EMC directive, AS/NZS, VCCI classB, CU TR 020
Environment RoHS, WEEE
Laser
Laser classification IEC60825-1: Class 1M/Laser Product
FDA/21 CFR Part 1040.10:Class I Laser Product
Wavelength (nm) 905
Pulse duration (ns) 12
Output (W) 15
Beam divergence (mrad) Vertical: 1.8, Horizontal: 0.25
* Water resistance performance
This Nikon Laser Rangefinder is equivalent to JIS/IEC protection class 4 (IPX4) (under our testing conditions). This
rating does not guarantee the water resistance performance of the unit or that it will be free from damage or
problems under all conditions. Please observe the following when using:
• The unit is not a sealed structure, so it should not be operated nor held in running water.
• If any moisture is found on movable parts of the unit, stop using it and wipe it off.

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12. Troubleshooting/Repair
If the Nikon Laser Rangefinder fails to function as expected, check the list before consulting your local
dealer or the store where you purchased it.
￭If there is a problem with the product.
Problem Cause/Solution
・Does not turn on
・Press POWER ON/Measurement button (near side, top of the body)
・Check battery insertion
・Replace the battery with a new one
・Unable to measure
・Anomalous result
・Confirm each mode setting
・Confirm if it can measure a large target close to you (example: a
building approx. 15m/yd. ahead of you)
・Clean the lens surface if necessary
￭If you require a repair, please contact your local dealer or the store where you purchased the product.
Do not repair or disassemble. It may result in a serious incident.
Please note that Nikon is not responsible for any direct or indirect damage if the user attempts repair or
disassembly.