Newcon Optik NEWCON LRM1500 User Manual

Operation Manual  
LRM 1200 / LRM 1500  
LRM 1500SPD  
LASER RANGEFINDER MONOCULAR  
105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON M2H 2S5, Canada  
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 the 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 the reach of children  
ALWAYS remove the battery when the device is not in use  
for a long period  
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  
Avoid eye exposure to direct laser beam or its close reflection  
Prevent bright light from focussing through the eyepiece  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
1.  
BRIEF DESCRIPTION............................................ 2  
1.1  
1.2  
Principle of operation........................................... 2  
Key Features........................................................ 3  
DEVICE APPEARANCE ........................................ 4  
DELIVERY SET...................................................... 6  
Standard delivery set............................................ 6  
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................. 7  
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.............................. 9  
Changing battery................................................ 10  
Measuring procedure ......................................... 11  
Maximum distance............................................. 11  
Mode selection................................................... 12  
Additional display information.......................... 14  
STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE...................... 15  
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................... 16  
WARRANTY......................................................... 17  
CUSTOMER SUPPORT........................................ 18  
QUALITY CERTIFICATE.................................... 19  
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3.  
3.1  
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5.1  
5.2  
5.3  
5.4  
5.5  
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10.  
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CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS  
BEFORE USING THE UNIT!  
FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS WILL  
VOID THE WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE  
INJURY!  
1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION  
LRM 1200 / 1500 / 1500SPD Laser Rangefinder Monocular  
(the unit) is an advanced laser range finder system that enables  
instant distance and speed (1500SPD modification only)  
measurement.  
The unit complies with CFR 21, Part 1040.10.  
An outstanding fully multi-coated optics coupled with an original  
circuitry design creates a system that outperforms any other  
product in its class and price range.  
Principle of operation  
The unit sends invisible, eye safe laser beam pulses to the target.  
The 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.  
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Key Features  
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Distance is displayed in meters or yards  
Original digital circuitry allows ranging through most types  
of glass, bushes and other obstacles  
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Three channel optical solution (optical, laser and receiver)  
provides high accuracy  
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Two reticle shapes: -¦- or  
Target quality display indicator (1200 / 1500 modifications  
only) assures that results are reliable  
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On-board memory keeps results of last 10 measurements,  
that can be recalled to the LCD  
The unit automatically turns off when no button is pressed  
for 10 seconds  
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2. DEVICE APPEARANCE  
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Fig. 1. Front view  
1 - Eyepiece  
2 - Objective lens  
4 - Receiver lens  
6 - A (Action) button  
8 - Rubber grip  
3 - Laser emitter lens  
5 - M (Mode) button  
7 - Body of the device  
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1
12  
10  
Fig.2. Rear view  
1 - Eyepiece  
9 - Battery compartment cover 10 - Tripod socket  
11- Identification imprint  
12 - Classification  
imprint, shown below  
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3. DELIVERY SET  
Standard delivery set  
LRM 1200 / 1500 / 1500SPD is supplied in the following  
assembly:  
Qty  
LRM  
1
1
1
1
1
1
9V Alkaline battery  
Soft carrying case  
Neck strap  
Operation manual  
Warranty card  
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4. SPECIFICATIONS  
Optics  
Magnification  
7x  
Objective lens diameter  
Exit pupil diameter  
Field of view  
25 mm  
3.6 mm  
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Type of coating  
Fully multi-coated optics  
Range Finder  
Laser  
Class 1, eye safe, 905 nm  
Measuring range, LRM 1200  
Measuring range, LRM 1500, 1500SPD  
Accuracy  
20 m – 1,200 m  
20 m – 1,500 m  
1.5 m  
Yes  
Meters/Yards display  
Last 10 readings recall  
Reticle  
Yes  
-¦- or   
Yes  
Target quality indicator  
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Speed Detector (LRM 1500SPD only)  
Measured speed range  
Accuracy  
5-400 km/h  
±2 km/h  
Power  
Battery  
9V  
'Low Battery' indicator  
Yes  
Environmental  
Operational temperature range  
Storage temperature range  
-25 / +50oC (-13 / +122oF)  
-45 / +65oC (-49 / +149oF)  
Mechanics  
Tripod thread  
¼” x 20  
445 g  
Weight without battery  
Dimensions  
127 mm x 125 mm x 60 mm  
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5. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS  
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Fig. 3. Liquid Crystal Display as  
seen through the eyepiece  
1 – Low battery indicator  
3 – Units of measurement  
2 – Reticle (either -¦- or )  
4 – Measurement result  
5 – Target quality indicator 6 – Laser active indicator  
7 – Setup mode indicator 8 – Ready mode indicator  
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Changing battery  
To install a battery:  
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Slide the battery compartment cover down (9, Fig. 2)  
Install the battery observing polarity  
Don’t apply superfluous strength while pushing the battery  
inside the compartment.  
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Close the compartment cover  
If the battery does not fit the compartment easily, it means that  
polarity was reversed  
To take a battery out:  
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Slide the battery compartment cover down (9, Fig. 2)  
Shake the rangefinder gently towards the open end of the  
battery compartment  
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Pull out the battery  
The unit is fully operational when battery voltage is higher than  
7V. A ‘LOW BATTERY’ warning is displayed when battery  
voltage falls below 7.2V.  
Ni-MH rechargeable or other 9V batteries capable to sustain  
current drain up to 150 mA could be used to power the System.  
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Measuring procedure  
To start the measuring procedure, remove the lens cover. Look  
through the eyepiece (1, Fig. 1, 2) and adjust the focus by its  
rotating.  
When the Rangefinder is off the LCD is blank. To activate it  
press and hold A button (6, Fig. 1) for half a second. At start the  
unit comes into Ready to Measure mode indicated by the word  
‘READY’ on the display visible through eyepiece. You may  
need to adjust the focus again so that both the display and distant  
objects are seen sharp through the optical system.  
Pressing A button (6, Fig. 1) in Ready to Measure mode initiates  
measurement. The result of measurement is displayed in a form  
that depends on the measurement parameters (see Setup Mode).  
If measurement is unsuccessful four dashes (‘----‘) will be  
displayed in the area (4, Fig. 3). For successful measurement the  
target must be at least 20 m away.  
The unit will switch off automatically after 10 seconds of  
inactivity.  
Maximum distance  
Though maximum measurement distance depends on target  
reflectivity, weather conditions and other conditions, for most  
targets the unit will provide accurate ranging for up to 1200  
(LRM 1200) or 1500 (LRM 1500 / 1500SPD) meters.  
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Target reflectivity depends on its color, surface finish, size,  
shape, position in relation to the laser beam, etc. Bright target  
colors are more reflective than darks. A polished surface is more  
reflective than a rough one. Larger targets reflect better than  
small ones. Ranging a target perpendicular to the laser beam  
provides better results than the one positioned under a sharp  
angle to the beam.  
Weather conditions that influence air transparency (rain, fog,  
snow, mist) reduce maximum range. Bright sunny days will  
reduce performance as well, as IR sun radiation may interfere  
with reflected laser impulses.  
While the unit will measure through many glass types, measuring  
through glass may reduce accuracy.  
Natural hand tremor decreases the accuracy of long distance  
ranging. Using of a tripod is recommended to measure distant  
targets.  
Mode selection  
By pressing the Mode button (5, Fig.1), you can sequentially  
scan the Modes. The Mode under selection is indicated on the  
Display by flashing of the selectable feature. The "flashing"  
feature can be selected by pressing the Action button (6, Fig.1).  
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, Fig.3).  
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KMH/MPH: units of speed measurement: km/hour or  
miles/hour (3, Fig.3) (LRM 1500SPD only).  
Shape of the reticle: cross shape or rectangular shape (2, Fig.3).  
rEC1: Data Recall mode. It returns results of the last 10  
measurements on the display.  
Measurement results are saved in on-board memory. When you  
enter the Data Recall mode, first measurement set number  
(display name: rEc 1) will start flashing.  
Pressing M button moves the unit along the list of measurement  
set numbers and measurement results:  
rEc 1, rEc 2, …, rEc 0.  
If distance was not measured, it will not appear in the list.  
Measurement sets are numbered in reverse order: first recalled  
set is the result of the last measurement.  
Pressing A button at any moment within the list of recalled  
results (or pressing M button at the end of the list) brings the unit  
to Ready to Measure mode.  
Clr: clear data function: upon pressing the Action button (6)  
(fig.1) the entire data from all previous measurements will be  
erased.  
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Additional display information  
Distance measuring procedure includes instant statistical  
processing of the package of single measuring sessions. If there  
is more than one measured target in the field of view, the  
embedded software estimates the most probable one by  
calculating the number of reflected pulses multiplied by the  
target statistical weight. This mechanism allows automatic  
mitigation of the influence of obstacles like rain, flakes, trees,  
wires and so on.  
Qualitative result of the statistical processing is presented on the  
Display as a message TARGET REFLECTION (5, Fig 3).  
There are three statistical qualifications of the reflected signal:  
Reliability of ranging depends on the number of impulses that  
reflect from the target and reach the unit. The unit informs the  
user:  
TARGET REFLECTION LOW ranging results have low  
statistical reliability,  
TARGET REFLECTION MED – ranging results have  
medium statistical reliability,  
TARGET REFLECTION HIGH – ranging results have  
high statistical reliability.  
The target reflection feature is not available in 1500SPD model.  
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6. STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE  
The unit is a sophisticated precision optical instrument equipped  
with laser and electronics. Therefore, it should be handled with  
due care.  
Keep away from direct sunlight.  
Avoid impacts, jolts, dust, moisture, and sharp changes of  
temperature.  
Do not use the device at temperatures higher than 50oC  
(122oF).  
Prevent unit from direct sunlight  
Do not touch optical surfaces. Doing so may damage the  
anti-reflection coating.  
Clean optical surfaces only with professional camera lens  
cleaning supplies.  
Clean the exterior of the unit with a soft clean cloth.  
Keep away from heating appliances and central heating.  
Remove the battery when storing the device for long time.  
All repair works must be performed only by an authorized  
service.  
Prevent bright light from focussing through the eyepiece  
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING  
The ranging does not work. The display is transparent.  
Check the charge of the battery. Replace it if it is weak.  
Black dots are visible on LCD.  
Liquid Crystal Display may have small black dots, scratches and  
other blemishes inherited from the manufacturing process. These  
flaws are strictly regulated by number, area and location and do  
not degrade the product's measurement capabilities.  
Range measurement cannot be obtained.  
Make sure that neither your hand nor finger is blocking  
objective lens, laser emitting lens or receiver lens.  
Hold the unit firmly (avoid hand tremor) while pressing the  
Action button.  
Check that the target is within measuring range of the device.  
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8. WARRANTY  
NEWCON warrants this product against defects in material and  
workmanship for one year from the date of the original purchase.  
Longer warranty is available, subject to the terms of the specific  
sales contract. Should your Newcon product prove to be  
defective during this period, please deliver the product securely  
packaged in its original container or an equivalent, along with the  
proof of the original purchase date to your Newcon Dealer.  
Newcon will repair (or at its option replace with the same or  
comparable model), 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 as a result of improper maintenance, misuse, abuse,  
improper installation, neglect, damage caused by disasters such  
as fire, flooding, lightning, improper power supply, or service  
other than by a NEWCON Authorized Service.  
Postage, insurance, and shipping costs incurred while presenting  
your NEWCON product for warranty service are your  
responsibility. If shipping from North America please include a  
cheque or money order payable to NEWCON OPTIK for the  
amount of US$15.00 to cover handling and return shipping.  
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9. CUSTOMER SUPPORT  
Should you experience any difficulties with your NEWCON  
OPTIK product, consult this manual first. If the problem remains  
unresolved, contact our customer support department at (416)  
663-6963 or toll free at 1-877-368-6666. Our operating hours are  
9am-5pm, Monday - Friday, Eastern Standard Time. At no time  
should equipment be sent back to Newcon without following the  
instructions of our technical support department.  
NEWCON OPTIK accepts no responsibility for unauthorized  
returns.  
To locate NEWCON Authorized Dealer call:  
Tel: +1(416) 663-6963 Fax: +1(416) 663-9065  
The defective products should be shipped to:  
US customers:  
2498 Superior Ave. Cleveland, OH 44114  
all other countries:  
105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON, M2H 2S5, CANADA  
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10. QUALITY CERTIFICATE  
LRM 1200  
LRM 1500  
LRM 1500SPD  
The unit indicated above has passed the quality inspection.  
Production date  
Serial number  
Quality Inspector  
Purchase date  
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NEWCON OPTIK  
Printed in Canada  

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