Vortex Crossfire HD 1400 User manual

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PRODUCT MANUAL

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CROSSFIRE™HD 1400 LASER RANGEFINDER
Images are for representation only. Product may vary slightly from
what is shown.
Specifications
MAGNIFICATION 5x
OBJECTIVE LENS 21mm
MAX REFLECTIVE RANGE Up to 1400 yds.
TREE RANGE Up to 950 yds.
DEER RANGE Up to 750 yds.
MINIMUM RANGE 5 yds. (4.5m)
ACCURACY
± 1 yd @ ≤100 yds.
± 2 yds. @ ≥100 yds. & ≤1000 yds.
± 3 yds. @ ≥1000 yds.
MAXIMUM ANGLE READING ± 89°
FIELD OF VIEW Linear @ 1000 yds. 367'
Angular 7˚
EYE RELIEF 16mm
BATTERY TYPE CR2
LENGTH 4.0" (101.6mm)
HEIGHT 2.9" (73.5mm)
WIDTH 1.3" (33mm)
WEIGHT W/ BATTERY 4.8 oz (136g)

CrossFire™HD 1400
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CROSSFIRE™HD 1400 LASER RANGEFINDER
Images are for representation only. Product may vary slightly from
what is shown.
Specifications
MAGNIFICATION 5x
OBJECTIVE LENS 21mm
MAX REFLECTIVE RANGE Up to 1400 yds.
TREE RANGE Up to 950 yds.
DEER RANGE Up to 750 yds.
MINIMUM RANGE 5 yds. (4.5m)
ACCURACY
± 1 yd @ ≤100 yds.
± 2 yds. @ ≥100 yds. & ≤1000 yds.
± 3 yds. @ ≥1000 yds.
MAXIMUM ANGLE READING ± 89°
FIELD OF VIEW Linear @ 1000 yds. 367'
Angular 7˚
EYE RELIEF 16mm
BATTERY TYPE CR2
LENGTH 4.0" (101.6mm)
HEIGHT 2.9" (73.5mm)
WIDTH 1.3" (33mm)
WEIGHT W/ BATTERY 4.8 oz (136g)

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Battery
Compartment
Measure Button
Menu Button
Diopter Focus
Lanyard Attachment
BASIC OPERATION
Install Battery
To insert a new battery, open the
battery compartment and remove
the used battery. Insert new CR2
battery with positive side facing
outwards. Once installed, reinstall
battery compartment cover and
ensure it is tightly closed.
Power Up
Once the battery is installed, the
Crossfire™HD 1400 is in ready
condition – the normal power-off
condition when not ranging. To
power up the Crossfire™HD 1400
from ready condition and prepare
for ranging, press and release the
“Measure” button. The HCD or
LOS ranging screen will display.
Note: While in the menu, the Crossfire™HD 1400 will auto-shutoff
after 20 seconds if no buttons are pressed.
Battery Cap
Battery Cap

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Battery
Compartment
Measure Button
Menu Button
Diopter Focus
Lanyard Attachment
BASIC OPERATION
Install Battery
To insert a new battery, open the
battery compartment and remove
the used battery. Insert new CR2
battery with positive side facing
outwards. Once installed, reinstall
battery compartment cover and
ensure it is tightly closed.
Power Up
Once the battery is installed, the
Crossfire™HD 1400 is in ready
condition – the normal power-off
condition when not ranging. To
power up the Crossfire™HD 1400
from ready condition and prepare
for ranging, press and release the
“Measure” button. The HCD or
LOS ranging screen will display.
Note: While in the menu, the Crossfire™HD 1400 will auto-shutoff
after 20 seconds if no buttons are pressed.
Battery Cap
Battery Cap

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Low Battery Icon
The low battery icon displays once
the battery reaches 25% life and
stays on until there is no power.
Focus
Adjust the eyecup/diopter until the image is sharp. Make
note of this diopter setting in case you need to set it again.
Diopter Focus
Low Battery
MODE SELECTION
The Crossfire™HD 1400 is factory set to the angle
compensating HCD range mode, Normal target mode,
brightness level 3, default auto-shutoff at 20 seconds,
and displayed in yards.
To change modes:
After the Crossfire™
HD 1400 is
powered up,
activate the Mode/
Display Selection
by pressing and
holding the “Menu”
button for at least
two seconds.
Use the “Menu”
button to activate
the Mode Selection
displays. Use the “Measure” button to toggle through each
Mode Selection option. You may exit Mode Selection at any
time and save your settings by pressing and holding the
“Menu” button for at least two seconds.
Use the Measure button to
toggle through each Mode
Selection option.
Use the “Menu” button to activate
the Mode/Display Selection displays.

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Low Battery Icon
The low battery icon displays once
the battery reaches 25% life and
stays on until there is no power.
Focus
Adjust the eyecup/diopter until the image is sharp. Make
note of this diopter setting in case you need to set it again.
Diopter Focus
Low Battery
MODE SELECTION
The Crossfire™HD 1400 is factory set to the angle
compensating HCD range mode, Normal target mode,
brightness level 3, default auto-shutoff at 20 seconds,
and displayed in yards.
To change modes:
After the Crossfire™
HD 1400 is
powered up,
activate the Mode/
Display Selection
by pressing and
holding the “Menu”
button for at least
two seconds.
Use the “Menu”
button to activate
the Mode Selection
displays. Use the “Measure” button to toggle through each
Mode Selection option. You may exit Mode Selection at any
time and save your settings by pressing and holding the
“Menu” button for at least two seconds.
Use the Measure button to
toggle through each Mode
Selection option.
Use the “Menu” button to activate
the Mode/Display Selection displays.

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SET AND SAVE MODE SELECTIONS
Ranging Mode Selection
Choose between the HCD and LOS Modes
After activating the Mode/Display Selection, press the
“Measure” button to toggle between the HCD and LOS
displays. Press the “Menu” button to save your desired
choice and move to the Yards/Meters selection screen.
Choose between HCD and LOS
Range Selection
Choose between Yards and Meters
Press the “Measure” button to toggle between the Yards
and Meters display. Press the “Menu” button to save your
desired choice and move to the Brightness selection screen.
Choose between Yards and Meters

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SET AND SAVE MODE SELECTIONS
Ranging Mode Selection
Choose between the HCD and LOS Modes
After activating the Mode/Display Selection, press the
“Measure” button to toggle between the HCD and LOS
displays. Press the “Menu” button to save your desired
choice and move to the Yards/Meters selection screen.
Choose between HCD and LOS
Range Selection
Choose between Yards and Meters
Press the “Measure” button to toggle between the Yards
and Meters display. Press the “Menu” button to save your
desired choice and move to the Brightness selection screen.
Choose between Yards and Meters

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Brightness Selection
Choose between Five Brightness Settings
The Crossfire™HD 1400 provides
five illumination settings. Press the
“Measure” button to toggle through
the five Brightness settings. Press
the “Menu” button to save your
desired setting. and move back to
the Range Mode Setting.
To exit Mode/Display Selection and save settings, press
and hold the “Menu” button for two seconds. Settings
will also save when the Crossfire™HD 1400 powers
down automatically.
TARGETING MODE EXPLANATIONS
The Crossfire™HD 1400 provides three target modes:
Normal Mode, First Mode, and Last Mode.
Normal Mode
Your Crossfire™HD 1400 comes preset to Normal target
mode. This is the standard mode providing the range of
the target with the strongest range result. Normal Mode is
the recommended target mode for most situations.
First Mode
This mode displays the closest
distance when ranging. This mode
is ideal for ranging a smaller target
in front of other larger or more
reflective objects.
Note: If unsure about the range, simply
range again.
Last Mode
This mode displays the farthest
distance when ranging. This mode
is ideal for ranging a specific target
behind a group of objects like
brush, trees, rocks, etc.
Note: If unsure about the range, simply
range again.
For additional information on Targeting Modes, please visit
VortexOptics.com
Range captured
on closer elk.
Range captured
on farther elk.

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Brightness Selection
Choose between Five Brightness Settings
The Crossfire™HD 1400 provides
five illumination settings. Press the
“Measure” button to toggle through
the five Brightness settings. Press
the “Menu” button to save your
desired setting. and move back to
the Range Mode Setting.
To exit Mode/Display Selection and save settings, press
and hold the “Menu” button for two seconds. Settings
will also save when the Crossfire™HD 1400 powers
down automatically.
TARGETING MODE EXPLANATIONS
The Crossfire™HD 1400 provides three target modes:
Normal Mode, First Mode, and Last Mode.
Normal Mode
Your Crossfire™HD 1400 comes preset to Normal target
mode. This is the standard mode providing the range of
the target with the strongest range result. Normal Mode is
the recommended target mode for most situations.
First Mode
This mode displays the closest
distance when ranging. This mode
is ideal for ranging a smaller target
in front of other larger or more
reflective objects.
Note: If unsure about the range, simply
range again.
Last Mode
This mode displays the farthest
distance when ranging. This mode
is ideal for ranging a specific target
behind a group of objects like
brush, trees, rocks, etc.
Note: If unsure about the range, simply
range again.
For additional information on Targeting Modes, please visit
VortexOptics.com
Range captured
on closer elk.
Range captured
on farther elk.

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SETTING AND USING TARGET MODES
While in ready condition, cycle between target modes by
pressing and releasing the “Menu” button. Once a target
mode is selected, press the “Measure” button to activate
the target mode.
When Normal Mode is selected, nothing will be displayed
on the display. Once “Measure” is pressed, the unit
remains in Normal Mode. If powered down in Normal
Mode, the unit will be in Normal Mode when the unit
powers back on.
First Mode Last Mode
For First and Last Mode, “1st” and “Last” will always
be displayed, signaling that you are in the respective
target mode. The range measurement will display as the
“Measure”button is pressed and released.
RANGING MODE EXPLANATIONS
The Crossfire™HD 1400 provides two range modes: HCD
(Horizontal Component Distance) and LOS (Line of Sight).
Both modes offer a Scan feature.
HCD Mode
The HCD range display is intended to be the primary
mode—used for most rifle and archery shooting
applications. The yardage number displayed is the
critical horizontal component distance.
Horizontal Component
Distance: 385 Yards
500Yard Lineof Sight

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SETTING AND USING TARGET MODES
While in ready condition, cycle between target modes by
pressing and releasing the “Menu” button. Once a target
mode is selected, press the “Measure” button to activate
the target mode.
When Normal Mode is selected, nothing will be displayed
on the display. Once “Measure” is pressed, the unit
remains in Normal Mode. If powered down in Normal
Mode, the unit will be in Normal Mode when the unit
powers back on.
First Mode Last Mode
For First and Last Mode, “1st” and “Last” will always
be displayed, signaling that you are in the respective
target mode. The range measurement will display as the
“Measure”button is pressed and released.
RANGING MODE EXPLANATIONS
The Crossfire™HD 1400 provides two range modes: HCD
(Horizontal Component Distance) and LOS (Line of Sight).
Both modes offer a Scan feature.
HCD Mode
The HCD range display is intended to be the primary
mode—used for most rifle and archery shooting
applications. The yardage number displayed is the
critical horizontal component distance.
Horizontal Component
Distance: 385 Yards
500Yard Lineof Sight

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Using the HCD Mode
Use the HCD range mode in the following situations:
• Rifle shooting on level ground at any range.
• Rifle shooting out to ranges of 800 yards with mild
slopes (less than 15 degrees).
• Rifle shooting out to ranges of 400 yards with moderate
slopes (15 to 30 degrees).
• For all archery shooting.
The displayed HCD yardage number is corrected for shot
angle and needs no extra user input; shooters simply use
the appropriate level ground bullet drop for the range
displayed and shoot. Archers use the appropriate level
ground sight pin for the range displayed and shoot.
LOS Mode
The LOS (Line of Sight) mode is intended for rifle shooters
who are using slope correcting ballistic drop data cards,
ballistic cell phone applications, or other devices with
ballistic programs and who are shooting at distances
beyond 500 yards with slopes greater than 15 degrees.
The range number displayed in LOS mode is the actual
line of sight range with no ballistic correction for slope.
Most of the commonly used ballistic devices can provide
independent slope correction for bullet drop data and
require actual line of sight range input. Using the LOS
range when calculating bullet wind drifts under these
steep slope/long range conditions will provide a higher
degree of accuracy than using the HCD range.
To use, simply input the LOS range number into the
electronic device, or use the LOS range when referencing
ballistic drop cards with slope correction.

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Using the HCD Mode
Use the HCD range mode in the following situations:
• Rifle shooting on level ground at any range.
• Rifle shooting out to ranges of 800 yards with mild
slopes (less than 15 degrees).
• Rifle shooting out to ranges of 400 yards with moderate
slopes (15 to 30 degrees).
• For all archery shooting.
The displayed HCD yardage number is corrected for shot
angle and needs no extra user input; shooters simply use
the appropriate level ground bullet drop for the range
displayed and shoot. Archers use the appropriate level
ground sight pin for the range displayed and shoot.
LOS Mode
The LOS (Line of Sight) mode is intended for rifle shooters
who are using slope correcting ballistic drop data cards,
ballistic cell phone applications, or other devices with
ballistic programs and who are shooting at distances
beyond 500 yards with slopes greater than 15 degrees.
The range number displayed in LOS mode is the actual
line of sight range with no ballistic correction for slope.
Most of the commonly used ballistic devices can provide
independent slope correction for bullet drop data and
require actual line of sight range input. Using the LOS
range when calculating bullet wind drifts under these
steep slope/long range conditions will provide a higher
degree of accuracy than using the HCD range.
To use, simply input the LOS range number into the
electronic device, or use the LOS range when referencing
ballistic drop cards with slope correction.

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LOS Mode - Incline
When in LOS mode,
an additional number
is displayed above the
yardage number. This
number is slope incline
shown in degrees.
The slope incline number can be entered into ballistic
programs or field cards to help calculate precise bullet
drops in mountainous terrain.
How to Range
Ranging in Normal Mode
With the Crossfire™HD 1400
powered up, position the reticle
on the target object and press and
release the “Measure” button to get
the distance measurement. If the
laser is not able to range due to the
reflectivity of the target, you will
see a display similar to that shown
here. To range a new target, simply
re-aim and press the “Measure”
button again.
Incline Angle
LOS Range
No Range Returned
Scan Ranging
Activate Scan Ranging by pressing
and holding the “Measure” button.
Keeping the button depressed will
continuously measure distance as
you pan back and forth across target
objects. The reticle will blink as
you pan. Releasing the “Measure”
button will return laser to the Power
Up condition.
Scanning to get range:
Scan back and forth, watching for yardage number to display or change.
LOS Scan
HCD Scan

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LOS Mode - Incline
When in LOS mode,
an additional number
is displayed above the
yardage number. This
number is slope incline
shown in degrees.
The slope incline number can be entered into ballistic
programs or field cards to help calculate precise bullet
drops in mountainous terrain.
How to Range
Ranging in Normal Mode
With the Crossfire™HD 1400
powered up, position the reticle
on the target object and press and
release the “Measure” button to get
the distance measurement. If the
laser is not able to range due to the
reflectivity of the target, you will
see a display similar to that shown
here. To range a new target, simply
re-aim and press the “Measure”
button again.
Incline Angle
LOS Range
No Range Returned
Scan Ranging
Activate Scan Ranging by pressing
and holding the “Measure” button.
Keeping the button depressed will
continuously measure distance as
you pan back and forth across target
objects. The reticle will blink as
you pan. Releasing the “Measure”
button will return laser to the Power
Up condition.
Scanning to get range:
Scan back and forth, watching for yardage number to display or change.
LOS Scan
HCD Scan

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Lanyard
The lanyard provides a secure way
to carry your rangefinder.
MAINTENANCE
• Use a lens brush to remove dust or grit from lenses.
• Use a clean lens cloth or tissue to remove smudges or
smears from lenses.
• Store rangefinder in a dry location away from
direct sunlight.
Loop lanyard through
attachment sockets.
RANGEFINDING TIPS
Laser rangefinders work by emitting a brief pulse of light
aimed at a target object. Distance is determined by the
amount of time taken for the light to emit and return to
the laser’s internal receiver. A laser’s ability to read range
can be affected by many things—mostly relating to the
target objects.
• Light colors will usually reflect better than dark ones.
• Be aware that snow, rain, and fog will have adverse
effects on ranging ability.
• Shiny, reflective surfaces will usually reflect better than
dull, textured surfaces. Animal hair will not reflect as
well as a hard surface.
• Ranging under cloud cover can improve laser
performance compared to bright sunny conditions.
• The position of the sun compared to the rangefinder
and/or range target will greatly affect performance.
• Solid objects, such as a rock, will reflect better
than bushes.
• Flat surfaces perpendicular to the laser pulse will
reflect better than curved surfaces or surfaces angled in
relation to laser pulse.

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Lanyard
The lanyard provides a secure way
to carry your rangefinder.
MAINTENANCE
• Use a lens brush to remove dust or grit from lenses.
• Use a clean lens cloth or tissue to remove smudges or
smears from lenses.
• Store rangefinder in a dry location away from
direct sunlight.
Loop lanyard through
attachment sockets.
RANGEFINDING TIPS
Laser rangefinders work by emitting a brief pulse of light
aimed at a target object. Distance is determined by the
amount of time taken for the light to emit and return to
the laser’s internal receiver. A laser’s ability to read range
can be affected by many things—mostly relating to the
target objects.
• Light colors will usually reflect better than dark ones.
• Be aware that snow, rain, and fog will have adverse
effects on ranging ability.
• Shiny, reflective surfaces will usually reflect better than
dull, textured surfaces. Animal hair will not reflect as
well as a hard surface.
• Ranging under cloud cover can improve laser
performance compared to bright sunny conditions.
• The position of the sun compared to the rangefinder
and/or range target will greatly affect performance.
• Solid objects, such as a rock, will reflect better
than bushes.
• Flat surfaces perpendicular to the laser pulse will
reflect better than curved surfaces or surfaces angled in
relation to laser pulse.

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• Ranging over water can sometimes cause false
reflections and readings.
• At longer distances, large objects will be easier to range
than small objects.
• If you are having difficulty ranging an animal or object,
try ranging a different nearby object, using the Scan
feature to pan back and forth while watching for
changes in range number.
FCC REQUIREMENTS
The user’s manual or instruction manual for an intentional
or unintentional radiator shall caution the user that changes
or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
Note: 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. 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.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.