RedBack Lasers DGL1010VS User manual

CONTENTS
User Safety 2
Introduction and DGL1010VS Accessories 3
DGL1010VS Diagram 4
Operating Instructions 6
Batteries 6
Power and Tilt Mode 7
Grade Setting 8
Vertical Rotation Mode 11
Laser Receiver LR715/LR720 13
Calibration Self Check & Technical Specications 15
Warranty 16
User Safety
• Laser output sign lies near the output aperture.
• Do not stare directly into laser beam.
• Do not disassemble the instrument or attempt to
perform any internal servicing. Repairs and service
should be performed only authorised service
centres of Redback Lasers.
• This instrument complies with the safety
Classication standards of laser radiation.
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CAUTION: Class 3r laser <5mW at 635nm.
Do NOT stare into laser beam or aim at
another person.
Follow relevant Australian Standards
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DGL1010VS INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing the DGL1010VS an electronic self levelling
dual grade rotating laser level built tough to handle the harshest of job sites.
The DGL1010VS is ideal for building, plumbing and earthmoving, simply
set it up on a tripod, turn on, it electronically self levels and the laser starts
rotating. Then using the supplied receiver you can set up your levels or
grades.
The DGL1010VS has fully automatic dual grade setting capability simply
punch in the desired grade to three decimal places either on the keypad or
remote and the laser does the rest. The sophisticated grade and levelling
technology continually re levels and re-sets the grade if required.
The DGL1010VS also features a smart long range remote control complete
with an LCD display duplicating the display on the laser level itself. This
make setting grades and the DGL1010VS other features a snap.
The DGL1010VS can also be used on its side for vertical alignment and site
square layout and has scan modes essential for indoor visible use.
The DGL1010VS comes with superior rechargeable Li-ion batteries but
can also use Std “D” Size batteries if needed and comes with a Five Year
RedBack Warranty. (See page 16)
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DGL1010VS Included Accessories
• DGL1010VSLaserUnit
• HardShellCarryCase
• RechargeableLi-ionBatteries
• Charger
• LaserReceiver(LR715 or LR720)
• ReceiverStaffClamp
• GradeAlignmentScope
• SmartRemoteControl
• Side Plate for Squaring
• Axis Adjustment Plate
• InstructionManual

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DGL1010VS DIAGRAMS
DGL1010VS Laser Unit 1
2
3
1. Alignment Scope
2. Scope Mount
3.RotatingHead
4.HeavyRubberisedCasing
5. Keypad
6. LCD Display
Keypad
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4
Power On/Off (laser level)
Setting Grade %
Tilt On/Off
Manual Mode
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Setting Grade
Axis
Remote
Channel Select
Re-Level &
Backlight
Scan Modes & Adjustment
Vibration, Wind
Setting
Rotation & Speed

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Smart Remote Control
Receiver - LR715
LCD Display
Power On/Off (remote)
Tilt On/Off
Reception
Sensors
Rubber Casing
LCD Display
(Repeated on rear)
Bubble Vial
(top and side)
Control Panel
Ruberised Casing
Setting Grade Axis
Setting Grade %
Manual Mode
Vibration, Wind Setting
Remote Channel Select
Re-Level & Backlight
Rotation & Speed
Scan Modes & Adjustment
Receiver - LR720
Magnets
(top and side)

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DGL1010VS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Battery Instructions
To charge this battery pack simply inserting the charger plug into the charging
socket found on the hinged battery compartment cover. You can also charge
the Li-ion pack without it inserted into the laser itself utilising the charging
socket on the battery pack. The charger LED is illuminated red during the
charging process and will turn green once the batteries are fully charged.
When the power symbol on the laser levels LCD shows low, the rechargeable
battery needs recharging or standard batteries need replacing. Note the
charger will only charge the supplied rechargeable battery pack. The battery
symbol on the remote control LCD indicates the power level of the remotes
batteries.
Handy Hints
• Prior to initial use, charge the rechargeable batteries for at least 8
hours.
• Runningrechargeablebatteriescompletelyatwillincreasebatterylife.
• The DGL1010VS can operate off mains by plugging the charger (for
indoor use only) into the unit when re-chargeable pack is inserted.
• Remember the DGL1010VS can operate using standard batteries when
rechargeable pack is out of charge.
• The rechargeable pack can be charged either when inserted into the
laser or separate to it.
The DGL1010VS has two battery options either 3 x standard “D” size Alkaline
or the Li-ion rechargeable pack. For standard 3 x “D” alkaline operation
simply insert into the standard battery caddy in the direction indicated, insert
caddy into recess and tighten the locking screw.
To use the rechargeable battery
pack rst remove standard
batteries if inserted and place
rechargeable pack into the
same battery recess, tightening
locking screw.

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Turning Laser On
Press Power button on the laser’s keypad to turn on the DGL1010VS.
Batteries are low if power bar on the LCD panel is showing low. After turning
the laser on, the laser will auto level and rotate. Note that the power button
on the remote only operates the remote and not the laser. The DGL1010VS
has a massive self levelling range, in other words the body of the laser can
be set up on the tripod along way out of level and the electronic mechanism
will self level the rotating head to be level. If the body of the laser is set up
outside of this self levelling range the laser will emit a continuous beeping
sound. Turn off the laser and re-set the body of the laser more level and
turn on again.
Tilt Mode
Tilt mode is somewhat similar to tilt on a pinball table in that if when running
theDGL1010VSdetectssignicantdisturbanceormovementthatcouldalter
the accuracy of your work the laser will “Tilt” (stop working) and the laser
beamsandtheword“TILT”ontheLCDscreenwillash.
Tilt mode automatically activates after 30 seconds of laser operation. To
turn the tilt feature off use the “tilt” button on either the keypad or the
remote control. The word “TILT” will come up on both LCD screens when
activated.
If during operating the laser “tilts” then you will need to re level the laser by
pressing the level button on the remote or keypad, wait a few seconds
for it to level and then re-check your work to maintain maximum accuracy.
It is recommended to use tilt mode when optimal accuracy is required or
when there is a chance that machinery or worker may interfere inadvertently
with the lasers level.

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DGL1010VS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Setting Slope/Grades (refer to diagram page 9)
The DGL1010VS can digital dial in a grade as a percentage to three decimal
places. In Slope (Grade) Mode you can set a Grade in either the X or the Y
Axis of up to 10.000% see the markings on top of laser for axis alignment.
In Slope (Grade) mode the “TILT” and “V-W-S” features can still be used.
The DGL1010VS is dual grade, so a grade can be set on the X and Y axis
simultaneously. Slope (Grade) can be set from either the laser’s keypad or
the remote and the grade being selected is shown on both LCD displays.
Usingthescopeandaxisadjustmentplateaidsaccuratealignmentofaxis.
• Turn the laser on, allow to level and begin rotating.
• To select a grade on the “X” axis (see markings on top casing) press
and hold 2 seconds the “X/Y” button on the keypad/Remote. The
“X”and“+”willashontheLCDscreensagradecannowbeseton
the “X” axis.
• To select a negative grade i.e slope up in the direction of the “-X” (on
casing) press the down arrow button . To change back to a positive
slope press the up arrow button .
• Next press (short press) the “X/Y” button to shift the active digit one
placetotheright.Usetheuparrowtoincreasethepercentage
required and use the down arrow to reduce it. For example we
wanttoseta1.666%slopesoleavethisrstdigitto“0”.(Thisrst
digit is only if you want to set the maximum possible percentage grade
of 10.000% in that situation you would set the digit to “1”)
• Press (short press) the “X/Y” button to shift the active digit another
place to the right and use the up and down arrows to select the required
number, in this example “1”. Then repeat the operation again press
“X/Y” button and arrows to select the next three digits to “6” until we
get the 01.666% in our example.
• Next long press (2 seconds) the “X/Y” button this makes the “Y”
axisactive(ash)andagradecanbesetinthesamemannerthe“X”
Axis was set or if no second grade is required leave all digits as “0”. To
seal in these grades and to tell the laser to set them another long press
of the “X/Y” button is required or no not enter anything for 8 seconds,
The laser will beep and after a few seconds of setting the grades the
laser will rotate with the desired grade/grades. The laser will take
longer to set larger and dual grades.

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Direction Setting (-) for negative (+) for positive
First Digits of Percentage
Next Three Digits
“X” Axis
“Y” Axis
NOTE: In grade mode if nothing is entered for 8 seconds, whatever has
already been entered will be set and the laser will grade and rotate. If you
have not entered all the numbers then re-enter grade mode by pressing the
X/Ybuttonandnishenteringallthedigitsyourequire.
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DGL1010VS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Rotation Speed Setting
The DGL1010VS has 3 rotation speeds; 300rpm, 600rpm and 1100rpm with
the default being 600rpm. For most situations this default value will be
ideal but when using machine receivers better results may be achieved with
a different rotation speed at different distances. Also when used indoors
visually different speeds may be clearer to see. Rotation Speed Button.
V-W-S Vibration and Wind Sensor Setting
LCD Display Light
The DGL1010VS has a backlight feature for the LCD display which is turned
on and off with the Level/Light button a long press will toggle between
on and off. The Same button on the remote control will operate the back
light on the remote control LCD display.
The DGL1010VS when sensing any movement will temporarily stop the
rotation of the laser, re-level and start up again.  However, sometimes in
high wind or near heavy machinery, vibrations may cause the laser to pause
rotation like this so regularly that it slows your work down.
The “V-W-S” button is a vibration/wind sensor, activating this will
desensitise the laser to these vibrations and so allow you to continue to
work without it stopping all the time. When you turn on the “V-W-S” the
“TILT” function is also activated this ensures that even though you have
desensitised the laser it is still protected from major knocks or movement
that may affect the accuracy of your levelling/grading job.
Manual Levelling Mode
Manual mode stops the auto levelling mechanism operating so enabling you
to set the body of laser at any angle you want and have it rotating. This can
be useful for setting large manual grades on dam walls or indoor alignment
such as roof lines or balustrades.
“V-W-S” and “TILT” cannot be used in manual mode and any movement or
change of angle of the laser will not be indicated to the user.
• To enter manual mode rst power up laser then press and hold (2
seconds) Manual button “MAN” will be displayed on the LCD
displays, press again to disable. On remote is the Man/Sleep button.