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1. DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en X65 English Basic functions 4 iusso inene reto tne E E ie E 29 Maximum tracking 4 1 s Minimum tracking 4 2 icc tte treten rennen etes Required distance 4 3 ntt rettet aa Pythagoras 4 4 233 Lieidll 4 5 o etc hu cte MEM LR ONLUS Peel ao A Average value 4 7 m re ETTE ATO TRIA o eM PE P PEE AEE A E T cee Triangle ERICH 37 Triangle SH 5 2 a Trapezium HSH 9 9 sconto eines lr etri te tete ene eet 39 BI crai m 40 Gable area 5 5 2 CICS n P ACE I Me mc Memory 6 f s9 recallikey Gill osos eios rae t s teri Moai dte 44 N 9recalll key c 45 Stack 6 3 Data 6 4 Calculator 7 Division 7 1 ak AT eP leceea KHU en as se 50 User INFORMATION rrt corica recto ci roma rutru Por erae eee cin 51 PRAM GG rome ROUGh SUfaCes tenere irent aaepe reete adepta p dares dette beg ste ved feste el Picea Transparent surfaces hes Wet smooth and high gloss surfaces ssssseeeen 51 Inclined round SUrfaces 5 1 neret tnter tntet etes erento 51 Free handed aiming Measuring in the field Setting viewfinder Contents cont contd ACCOSSOMIGS a sstescsasssvsssesstvenzasatsesacsvisuasadsssucsebatesaraistevenduavesenstctevendadtevarsckavardastes
2. A line of text can be replaced E by a list Read menu function Store 6 4 2 Press briefly to store changes After a confirmation the basic settings are displayed Erase 6 4 4 This menu function erases the entire data memory After calling up this menu function a request is displayed erase entire memory DISTO Cancel menu function Press briefly to display the submenu data 6 4 or press and hold to display the basic settings Erase Press briefly After erasing the data memory a confirmation is displayed and then the basic settings Send 6 4 5 send 6 4 5 2 position This submenu transmits the contents of the data memory via the data interface to a PC or a laptop All 6 4 5 1 This menu function transmits the entire data memory contents During transmission the number of the current data memory location being transmitted from is displayed At the end of the transmission the submenu is displayed again Position 6 4 5 2 This menu function transmits certain locations of the data memory DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en 49 E English Memory contd After calling up this menu function the following is displayed 6 4 5 2 001 gt 200 position LI The vertical bar shows memory location from the first to the last location Selecting memory locations for data transmission Place arrow on the first or last
3. DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en cone LLLLLLASSSX V Product identification sss tenete 4 SYST 4 peior e Special feat fBs raices riti epe Leiter pe entre ee rte test bote eter cete Area of applicability Mod s of OpefatlOli osi eerte etaed lt rente te tries ette ize huuc Boo 7 Pointing mode Measurihd MOJE tissas iaeiae anaana sete puces latti ehe rep ce 7 Instrument description we 8 SlandardsCquipMeNt E aiaa 8 BasiCinStruMemt P DISPIAY EN Special symbols n EDEN CREE uu Table of characters ia Inserting replacing the batteries tenes 13 How to use instrument essent tnnt ntnnentnn 13 Switching on DISTO 14 Switching on DISTO for the first time ss 14 Switching on Pointing mode inen tntanntarit aaa 14 Switching off DISTO iss UE TD T P UPHHIID A Selecting menus menu functions Short CUL Gaana a ani tuni turca uan IR NEU PNE 16 Correct menu selection 16 Reset menu functions is educ M USING eid COVGIS citm eee oiim enar ete pct ciere ret rag Automatic end cover recognition T Charging Nd COVERS associer intet tienne tigre int cinta re eR LR REIR cran
4. Measuring from flat planes Measuring from corners Measuring B UST t Measuring with stand sse tentent ttnt tentent nien Measuring with alignment aid Measuring with accessories ssssssseseeeeentete tenens Simple Calculations length astra m Total height total GiStanCe 2 eese tentata rto tt repiten Partial heights partial distances sse 19 Doubling a measured value B Cro Menu Functions cscssssssessesessessessessessnssessesensseesessnsseestsntssesnsateeesnenteanentens 20 Measurement settinigs 1 eite nter rece rztetat tare ct aret disaini 20 Measurement reference 1 1 ssssssseeente tentent 20 Add Subtract 1 2 Time delay release 1 9 cette nectit cette rta cora etna 22 Lasar 1A pe Tracking 1 5 fi Data transfer 16 sssini aikanaa End COVETS i9 Without end cover 2 1 Adapter end CoVer 2 2 cete trente trt cet ceret rta ceri p eed otuk Recognition 2 3 itc seti reete aaaeaii pisc Heres eet Swivel foot 2 4 Alignment ald 2 5 1 22 1 rr tittenttrsercce crise rte tbt teta cede eren tne Basic Settings 3 m Units 3 1 5 Languade 3 2 C w Beep 3 3 Reset 3 4 is Lighting 3 5 M sei iasta Suenistn m E
5. Press briefly to change into W the measurement mode and to start stake out Aim laser at target Y n0 0 125m X n 01 0 000m The screen displays the number of the next stake out point n one or two arrows that help in the settings the current distance between the reference of the DISTO and the stake out point Now move DISTO slowly and in a straight line towards the stake out point The arrow in the display points in the direction of the next stake out point The distance displayed starts to reduce down as soon as DISTO is moved in the right direction towards the stake out point Once near the stake out point a short beeping sounds starts and turns into a continuous sound when the stake out point has been reached The exact stake out point is marked by two arrows and the distance displayed is zero As soon as the laser is pointed at another target the next stake out point is displayed To terminate stake out press one of the keys briefly DISTO changes into Normal mode and displays basic settings DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en EENCIEENT English Basic functions contd The distance between stake E out points is divided into distance fields Each stake out point lies in the middle of the respective distance field As soon as the DISTO is moved between two stake out points to a new distance field then the number n in the display changes the
6. Addition 1 2 1 After calling up this menu function the following is displayed addition 1 2 1 A 0 000m oo E Enter Add with keypad recall it from the keypad or stack memory Press briefly to display the units of Add Meters are automaticlly added without having to press the menu key Press briefly to confirm entered addition Press briefly again to terminate menu function A short confirmation is displayed IN DISTO switches to Normal mode and displays in the uppermost line of basic setting the symbol of the addition DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en English Measurement settings contd Add is valid for all following measurements is automatically suggested at the next menu function call up Subtraction 1 2 2 After calling up this menu function the following is displayed subtraction 0 000m Enter subtraction with keypad or call it up from the keypad or stack memory Do not enter minus sign for subtraction E Press briefly to display unit of subtraction Meters are automaticlly E subtracted without having to press the menu key Press briefly to confirm entered subtraction Press briefly again to terminate menu function A short confirmation is displayed and the DISTO switches to Normal mode The uppermost line of the basic setting displays the symbol of the subtraction A Subtract is valid for all fo
7. The result is displayed in the basic settings x 7 2 Precondition The first value to be computed with has to appear in the basic settings After calling up the menu function the computation is performed immediately and the result displayed in the basic settings Square root 7 3 Precondition The first value to be computed with has to appear in the basic settings After calling up the menu function the computation is performed immediately and the result displayed in the basic settings DISTO prot pro a 1 0 0en User Information Range In daylight outdoors always work with a laser viewfinder If necessary shade the target area Increased ranges At night at dusk and when target area is in the shade Reduced range The range of the DISTO can be reduced by matt green and blue surfaces also by trees or plants Rough surfaces Rough surfaces e g coarse plaster a mean value is indicated To avoid measuring to the bottom of plaster joints Use target plate 3M Post it or board Transparent surfaces To avoid measuring errors do not measure towards colorless liquids like water or dust free glass For materials and liquids unfamiliar to you always take a trial measurement m When aiming through panes of glass or if there are several ojects in the line of sight erroneous measurements can occur Wet smooth and high gloss surfaces 1 Aiming at a flat angle
8. After a short confirmation the contents appear in basic settings Recall with short cut Press briefly to call up main menu o 0 0 0 5 Enter short cut for menu function recall key 1 9 6 2 and add the number of the desired memory location 1 9 Memory contd After saving a short confirmation appears then the basic settings Recall with 0 key Press until there is an audible beep approx 1 sec If the key if pressed for too E long the stack contents is displayed 6 3 recall key 1 9 6 2 LT 9 125 The first memory key is displayed Select memory key with navigation keys or select directly via keypad entry Press briefly to display contents After a short confirmation basic settings are displayed Stack 6 3 The stack saves the last 15 measurements computations or entries automatically to a shift register This means the saved values have no fixed allocation but shift through the stack When all 15 memory locations in the stack are occupied each new entry will delete overwrite the most recent memory location used Default setting after reset the stack is deleted 3 4 Recall with menu After calling up the menu function the following is displayed stack 6 3 1 891 The arrow stands for recalling the stack the number beside it shows the memory location in the stack 1 15 Below the current memory contents is shown or 0 000 if the
9. User Manual Version 1 0 English Geosystems DISTO pro pro a hand held laser meter Congratulations on your purchase of a DISTO Leica Geosystems products are of top quality are top performers and provide the higest degree of productivity A al This User Manual contains important safety instructions see section Safety Instructions as well as instructions on use of the instrument Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the instrument Product identification Enter model designation and serial number in your User Manual and always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or service centre Model DISTO Serial no PD Z01 Symbols used The symbols used in this User Manu al have the following meanings DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death and serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which if not avoided may result in minor injury and or in appreciable material financial and environmental damage Important paragraphs which E must be adhered to in practice as they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner English
10. C 14 F to 122 F 10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 F DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en 59 English Remarks on Measuring Accuracy Both references relate E to the technical data on the previous page The measuring accuracy corresponds to the ISO recommendation ISO R 1938 1971 with a statistical confidence level of 95 i e twice the standard deviation The typical measuring accuracy relates to average conditions for measuring within the specified range Measurement accuracy is not valid for basic functions except stake outs calculation continuous measurement tracking The maximum measuring error relates to unfavourable conditions such as highly reflecting surfaces e g reflector tapes operating at the limits of the permitted temperature range adaption to ambient temperature interrupted page 54 very bright ambient conditions strong heat shimmer and can be up to x 5 mm twice the standard deviation At long range 30 ppm 3 mm 100 m plus short range error Range increases the better the laserlight is reflected from the target area diffuse not reflective and the brighter the laserpoint is compared to the surrounding luminosity indoors dawn From approx 40 50 m use target plate brown side Possible method of calculating the standard deviation s 99 7 95 4 3s 25 S x S 55 13s
11. Height and width of buildings from a distance Measuring inaccessable parts of a facade Comfortably measuring while standing without bending down or using accessories such as target plates DISTO computes the desired length by using two or three auxiliary measurements based on a right angled triangle applying the Pytha goras function PD Z27 Default setting none The auxiliary measurements require That the preset measuring directions triangle be adhered to The laser measuring points have to be on one line in a horizontal or vertical plane Measurements made over elevations provide wrong results The second auxiliary measurement must be made perpendicular to the desired length The second laser measuring point has to fall within the distance of the desired length or be the end point of that length Only if measured distances are short and the DISTO can be placed firmly against an object should measurements be done holding the DISTO by hand Exact measurements require the use of a stand For vertical measurement E always use the stand connection on the adapter end cover of the DISTO Only in this way does the axis of the laser beam run through the point of rotation of the stand If the DISTO is used with the stand connection at the bottom of the casing then the axis of the laser beam runs about 70 to 100 mm over the point of rotation This does not matter when measuring in
12. If desired enter text in the first line as described earlier This text is automatically Eg used for the next following results The two other lines are reserved for text input contain text predefined by the calculation function Press briefly to store results one after the other After a confirmation the basic settings are displayed Change 6 4 3 With this menu function data stored to memory can be changed subsequently After calling up the menu function the menu displays the last stored value the number of the memory location the amount of occupied memory locations and the occupancy of memory in percentage English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Memory contd change 6 4 3 200 5 5 125m Select desired memory location with navigation keys or by keypad input If desired the selected memory location can be reserved to transmit data to a PC o Press briefly to reserve memory location KJ This symbol is displayed pA Memory location and contents remain unchanged Press Clear key again to free up the memory location for data transfer Press briefly to start making changes D Place cursor with the navigation keys on the line to be changed DE To delete press briefly Enter new text or value with keypad or recall it from the memory keys or from the stack Press and hold as desired To add a measurement unit press repeatedly
13. When using a computer with a statistical function or if you use the program Excel you can calculate the mean value x and the standard deviation s directly from the 10 measured values Formula for the standard deviation S s Xi x Nive number of measurements individual value of a series of measurements mean value of a series of measurements gt l Calculation using the program Excel On the Insert menu choose Functions Select category Statistics and Function STABW within the Function Assistant Depending on the version of E Excel and the language used the names of the menu may vary Accuracy Tests Accuracy tests on the DISTO for users certified to ISO 900 You can perform your own accuracy tests on the DISTO to meet the requirements of ISO 900 for measuring equipment Take a fixed invariable and conveniently accessible distance of about 1m to 10m such as the width of a window opening or of a room Measure it ten times Determine the magnitude of this distance with a means of measurement that is monitored by a national accredited calibration institute traceability back to national standards Determine the amount that the measurements vary from the nominal distance and compute the standard deviation Record the standard deviation and set a date for the next test English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Repeat these tests at frequent and regular intervals als
14. mark PD Z59 In the field check adjustment from time to time in semi shaded area approx 10 15 m Aim with or without red filter increases visibility Accessories Accessories for measurements Telescopic viewfinder 667478 For easier aiming in the field For highly accurate aiming while far away from the object four fold magnification Carry in holster attachable to belt Laser dot glasses 723777 Red filter glasses for improved visibility in bright rooms or in the field up to distances of approx 10 12 m Target plate 563875 DIN C6 Target plate 723385 DIN A4 For poorly reflecting surfaces use white side for up to 40 50 m Beyond this distance brown side with the special reflection layer Target plate 723774 For handy work indoors Target plate can be pinned or glued on Target plate sizes 73 x 98 mm 147 x 98 mm Bubble level 667158 For horizontal and vertical aiming e g when floor and walls are very uneven English DISTO prot pro a 1 0 0en Accessories contd Safety Instructions Instructions Aiming accuracy is approx 1 corresponding to a measuring error of only about 5 mm at a distance of 30 m E Short brackets 723775 50 mm long for U shaped rails for shutters DISTO with this level is not a laser level Long brackets 723776 150 mm long for measuring from open windows Stand adapter 725286 For correct measu
15. the new conditions as you would for a camera or a video Transport The Leica Geosystems holster protects the DISTO well against mechanical shock but not against water or dust It is recommended that you always transport the DISTO in the Leica Geosystems holster or an equivalent protective container or packaging Pack the end cover into the holster as shown below Do not exceed temperature limits Please ask if you may take DISTO as hand luggage when travelling by air Despatch Always use the original Leica E Geosystems packaging holster and shipment box for sending the instrument You must remove the batteries send the instrument without batteries English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Technical Data Data COo DISTO pro DISTO pro a typical 3mm max 5 mm typical 1 5 mm max 2mm 0 16 approx 1 s Laser visibility 635 nm visibility 635 nm 4 N Tracking continuous measurement PM Minimum maximum distance racking 800 measured values 800 measured values Memory key for constant values 9 constants 9 constants Stack buffer 15 last values 15 last values Graphic display four lines with LED Alpha numeric keypad End cover with swivel foot IP54 acc IEC60529 rain poof dust protected IP54 acc IEC60529 rain proof dust protected Temperature range storage 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 158 F 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 158 F operations 10 C to 50
16. Use of the Instrument Permitted use The permitted uses of the DISTO are the following Measuring distances Computing using menu functions Storing measurements Prohibited uses Using the instrument without instruction Using outside the stated limits Deactivation of safety systems and removal of explanatory and hazard labels Opening of the equipment by using tools screwdrivers etc as far as not specifically permitted for certain cases Carrying out modification or conversion of the product Use after misappropriation Use of accessories from other manufacturers without the express approval of Leica Geosystems Deliberate or irresponsible behaviour on scaffolding when using ladders when measuring near machines which are running or near parts of machines or installations which are unprotected Aiming directly into the sun Deliberate dazzling of third parties also in the dark Insufficient safety measures taken at the site of work e g taking measurements on streets etc WARNING Prohibited use can lead to injury malfunction and material damage It is the task of the person responsible for the instrument to inform the user about hazards and how to counteract them The DISTO is not to be operated until the user has been instructed Limits to use m See Technical Data Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation Cannot
17. adds the desired unit e g m m m Power on and measuring key Pressing the power on and measuring key in Normal mode Switches the laser to permanent operation 1 4 2 Pressing the power on and measuring key in Pointing mode starts continuous measurement Tracking 1 5 1 or if using certain menu functions maximum 4 1 or minimum tracking 4 2 A tangible elevation in the E middle of the keys facilitates correct key presses e g in darkness Multiplications Time delay release To multiply two or more measured or numeric values see section Simple calculations A brief press in Pointing mode starts the time delay release pressing and holding increases time delay Upon release the timer starts To switch between capital and small letters during text input c Clear key A brief press Clear Entry deletes the last entry or the intermediate result of a computation During computations within a E menu function or in selecting a menu setting the last display or input is deleted as long as the result enter key has not been pressed Briefly press clear key one or more times to move backward through the menu Press clear key for a long E period to quit the menu section and to return to the basic settings in normal mode Alpha numeric keypad 0 9 The 0 key displays a blank space The 1 9 keys represent characters see Table of characters The availablity of these characters depends
18. and hard to reach places attach the extendable telescopic rod to the stand s connection PD Z31 Optional measurement attachments Short bracket 723775 Long bracket 723776 Read user information under Accessories The DISTO has special menu functions 2 2 2 and 2 2 3 to set measuring references with these optional devices DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en 19 English Simple Calculations Sequential measurements can be linked using mathematical functions or input values Corrective measures o A brief press deletes repeats the last entry an intemediate result or a faulty measured value Corrections are only possible E if the Result Enter key has not been pressed Length Total height total distance Measurement measurement sum Measurement Addition Measurement Sum In the same way chain E measurements any amount of distance measurements and sums of areas volumes can be added up Partial heights partial distances Measurements measurements difference Measurement Subtraction Measurement Difference Doubling a measured value It is easy to double the measured value to obtain e g the circumference of a room Measurement Addition Measurement Sum half circumference Length contd Volume Repeat double measured value Sum circumference Area Measurement x measurement area Measurement
19. are marked in black Press briefly the change into Pointing mode Align DISTO and point with laser at the first point to be measured Trigger measurement Hold W DISTO steady Press and hold trigger key to start minimum tracking As soon as measurement is done briefly press trigger key again Press briefly to confirm displayed value triangle SH 5 2 N 3 147m 3 147m Base length is displayed beside the corresponding 1 English HES DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Calculation contd At the same time the next height to be measured is marked in black with the corresponding number 2 Measure height of triangle as described and confirm with Enter key Press and hold to start maximum tracking Press again briefly when measurement is done Each of the displayed E measured values can be selected with the navigation key again and corrected by a new measurement After confirming the last measurement press briefly again to start computation triangle SH 5 2 An 3 439m e Press again to quit menu and return to basic settings If desired save result to keypad or data memory Trapezium HSH 5 3 After measuring both heights and the base side HSH of a trapezium this menu function computes the length and slope of the trapezium sides the area of the trapezium Applications determine roof slope determine gable area of a facade with a shed ro
20. basic functions 5 calculation 6 memory The upper line of the main menu shows the selected menu item with numeric short cut The horizontal black bar marks the selected menu item If all menus are not displayable at once a vertical roll bar appears at the right side indicating the availability of further items Repeated presses scrolls down and highlights the individual menu items menu 2 end cover 3 basic settings 4 basic functions 5 calculation 6 EU If required press repeatedly to scroll up to get back to individual menu items A brief press confirms selection Now a submenu appears or a beep sounds while briefly displaying a confirmation DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en 15 English Using menus contd v done Short cut Each submenu function has a numeric code a so called short cut number By entering the short cut number a submenu or a menu function can be selected directly Short cut numbers are listed Eg in brackets when menus or menu functions are being described e g 1 4 2 An overview of short cut numbers can be found in the short cut index and in the Quick Guide Press briefly Enter short cut number e g 1 4 2 for permanent laser operation coo amp Submenus appear step by step until the desired menu function After the completion of the entry of the short cut number the menu function is carried out and a brief
21. be used in an aggresive or explosive environment Use in rain is permissible for limited periods Areas of Responsibility Responsibilities of the manufacturer of the original equipment Leica Geosystems AG CH 9435 Heerbrugg Leica Geosystems Leica Geosystems is responsible for supplying the product including the user manual and original accessories in a completely safe condition Responsibilities of the manu facturer of non Leica accessories E The manufacturers of non Leica Geosystems accessories for the DISTO are responsible for developing implementing and communicating safety concepts for their products They are also responsible for the effectiveness of these safety concepts in combination with the Leica Geosystems equipment Responsibilities of the person in charge of the instrument WARNING The person responsible for the instrument must ensure that the equipment is used in accordance with the instructions This person is also accountable for the deployment of personnel and for their training and for the safety of the equipment when in use The person in charge of the instrument has the following duties To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions in the User Manual To be familiar with local safety regulations relating to accident prevention To inform Leica Geosystems immediately if the equipment becomes unsafe Hazards in Use Important hazards in use WA
22. confirmation is displayed Ss Use the short cut to save time when calling up frequently used menu functions Correct menu selection Press briefly to display the previous menu Reset menu functions The Reset command 3 4 enables settings and menu functions to be reset to a predefined basic setting The basic settings are listed in the description of the menu functions Quit menu o Press and hold to quit menu and to display basic settings in Normal mode Using end covers DISTO is delivered with the swivel foot end cover already attached Two additional end covers and accessories available as options enable the instruments to be adapted to varying measuring situations Automatic end cover recognition Magnetic sensors at the back of the instrument make it possible to recognize if an end cover with swivel foot or positioning bracket alignment aid has been attached The instrument symbol in the basic settings display includes the symbol of the detected end cover and measurement is referenced accordingly Automatic end cover E recognition does not work with the adapter end cover does not change the preset measurement reference Automatic end cover recognition can be switched off with menu function Recognition off 2 3 2 English Ee ee DISTO prot pro a 1 0 0en Using end covers contd In this case the end cover has to be manually selected in the submenu End covers 2 CAUTIO
23. deflects the laser beam The DISTO may recive a signal that is too weak error message 255 2 Aiming at a right angle the DISTO may receive a signal that is too strong error message 256 Inclined round surfaces Can be measured with the laser Requirement There is enough area on the target surface for the laser spot 252 PD TCX Free handed aiming approx 20 40 m Use target plate 563875 DIN C6 rsp 723385 DIN A4 or Make your own target plates of any size Scotch Cal 30 100 m brown Engineering Grade 3279 7502 99 61 036 Manufacturer 3MCompany Measuring in the field Attach the telescopic viewfinder and check it is engaged by applying pressure from the side PD Z55 Setting viewfinder 1 With menu function permanent 1 4 2 place DISTO in Continuous mode 2 Place indoors 5 m 10 m or 30 m from the wall 3 Attach alignment aid for telescopic viewfinders to the wall as in illustration below DISTO pro prot a 1 0 0en English Measuring in the field contd Please copy diagram below 1 1 4 Focus cross hairs and laser dot by slowly turning the eyepiece adjustment screws PD Z57 Telescopic viewfinder Pid 5 Align the telescopic viewfinder with the laser point side height Example Positioned exactly 5m in front of a wall 0 5 m center the laser dot beside the 5 m distance
24. fulfill the stringent requirements and norms in combination with DISTO Keep in mind the computer manufacturer specifications on EMC CAUTION Interference caused by electromagnetic radiation can result in the tolerance limits for measurements being exceeded Although the DISTO meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that interference may be caused to the DISTO by very intensive electromagnetic radiation for instance near radio transmitters walkie talkies diesel generators etc Under such conditions check measurement results for their plausibility WARNING Operating DISTO with one end of a cable connected e g external feeder cable interface cable can lead to exceeding the electro magnetic emmission of radiation and thereby causing interference in other instruments Precautions While operating the DISTO cables must be connected at both ends e g instrument computer FCC Statement applic in U S WARNING his 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 Instruments of this kind generate high frequency and may radiate them too If not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
25. on but the laser is not operating This mode is for making entries carrying out calculations and calling up menus Pointing mode DISTO is on the laser is operating Objects to be measured can be pointed at in this mode Measuring mode DISTO is on and performs single or continuous measurements e g minimum and maximum tracking staking out etc DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en aes English Instrument description 1 PD Z03 AUN Oo 8 9 Standard equipment Carrying case with belt loop at the back Waistband DISTO prot DISTO pro a End cover with swivel foot End cover with positioning bracket alignment aid Adapter end cover CD ROM with interface software and online documentation User Manual Quick Guide 10 Batteries 4 x 1 5V AAA Additional accessories can be found under User Information English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Basic instrument Alphanumeric keypad LED display Measuring optics Laser beam exit Stand connection End cover release button jen Battery compartment cover Sensors for automatic end cover recognition 9 Magnetic plate for attaching accessories 10 Interface slot cover PD Z02 CONDOR WNM English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Display ABA Port PD Z04 Special symbols Offset addition subtraction Lighting Time delay rele
26. on the currently selected function Input of numbers Assigned text characters of the keys are blocked Key 1 pressed twice briefly enables a minus sign to be input as the first character a decimal point to be placed after having entered at least one number A long press on the 0 key calls up memory allocations for the input values Press 0 until a beep sounds approx 1 sec After release the contents of keypad memory 1 is displayed Press 0 until two beeps sound approx 2 sec After release the first memory contents of the stack is displayed Detailed information can be E found in the section Menu functions under Memory Text or data input in the data memory Brief repeated presses on the keys displays the different layers of assigned characters Example 1 x key 2 A a 2 x key 2 B b etc Briefly press to switch between capital small letters English z a DISTO prot pro a 1 0 0en Keypad contd How to use instrument to use instrument After a long pause or by pressing another key the cursor changes to the next display If one of the 0 9 keys are E pressed for a long time its number appears on the screen Press briefly to finalize a computation and to display the result end a menu function and display the result confirm an input or setting confirm a single measurement in the menu function jump from the menu to the selected sub menu Resu
27. settings 4 basic functions 5 calculation 1 memory key 1 9 2 recall key 1 9 3 stack 4 data DISTO has many ways of saving measurements and computations The last displayed measurement computation or entry is saved when DISTO is switched off and appears in the basic settings when DISTO is switched on again Memory key 1 9 6 1 Nine memory places are allocated with various in and output possibilities to save intermediate results or often used data addition subtraction pivot gap etc The menu function only serves to save data Calling up saved data is done with the menu function recall key 1 9 6 2 Default setting After reset all memory keys 3 4 are deleted Precondition Before saving the respective measured or computed value must be displayed in basic setting Entries via keypad must be confirmed with the Enter key Saving with menu After calling up this menu function the following is displayed English EET DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Memory contd memory key 1 9 6 1 TIE 0 000 9 129 The arrow in the symbol means saving the number beside it the allocated memory key 1 9 Below in small fonts the current memory contents is displayed or 0 000 if the memory key has not been allocated The current memory content is overwritten when new data is saved in that memory key Select a free memory key with the navigation keys or by dire
28. sign of the displayed measured value changes Example of a stake out Constant a oo 1 75 m Constant x issii 15m A n 03 0 325m PD Z43 n 01 0 518m v A n 02 0 000m Variable 4 3 2 To stake out variable distances After calling up the menu function the following is displayed variable 4 3 2 El 0000m 7 2 0 000m 3 3 0 000m gt Entry boxes 1 20 A maximum of 20 variable distances can be staked off one after the other The first variable is already marked in black on the display Beside it the most recently used distance value is displayed Enter variable distance 1 with the keypad recall value from keypad memory or from the stack Press briefly to confirm entry The distance entered is displayed beside the 1 Press navigation key to mark the 2 variable distance black Enter the second and all other varia bles as described The first of the following no longer needed variables is to be set to 0 Press briefly to change into the measuring mode and start stake out Point laser at target Stake out procedures and displays of the DISTO correspond with the previously described menu function Constants 4 3 1 English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Basic functions contd Pythagoras 4 4 Using this menu function distances not accessible for the DISTO can be computed indirectly Examples
29. the battery compartment Always replace the entire set of batteries Never mix old and new ones Never use batteries made by diffe rent manufacturers or batteries of different type 4 Replace battery cover 5 Place end cover in slot and push in until it locks Switching on DISTO PD Z10 ON QD oM English 1 Deutsch s ETIN Press briefly DISTO is on and in nomal mode The display shows the basic settings with the last mesured value 4 fs 3 504m Switching on DISTO for the first time When following the described procedure the language selection menu is displayed first Select desired language with these keys A horizontal bar marks the selection A brief press confirms the selection After a Thank you text the basic settings display appears Language selection can be changed at any later time in menu Language 3 2 It is possible to load an additional fourth language via the DISTO interface Any further language loaded via the interface after the fourth one automatically replaces that fourth loaded language Read instructions for the DISTO Online Software on the CD ROM supplied Switching on Pointing mode Briefly press DISTO changes from Nomal mode into Pointing mode and the laser lights up This symbol appears in the basic settings display while the laser is on If within 30 seconds no measu
30. the possibility of a E shaky measurement in the Pointing mode either use the time delay release x key or press the trigger key long enough to start minimum tracking Briefly press trigger key again as soon as the measurement in minimum tracking is done Press briefly to confirm displayed value English Calculation contd space 5 7 iat 4 563m 4 563m space 5 7 EE 5 E Jv GE 258m imn 4 105 344m The room length is displayed beside the corresponding number 1 At the same time the next width to be measured is marked in black with the corresponding number 2 Measure width of the room as described earlier and confirm with Enter key Then measure room heigth no 3 and confirm Press again briefly to start computation The results of the computations are explained with graphics and are numbered in sequence 1 4 onsite ceiling floor area ides surface area circumference volume Should all results be saved to data memory Press and hold After saving the menu function is terminated and basic settings displayed Should only a certain result be used Select desired result with navigation keys g y Press briefly to confirm selection Menu function is terminated and the marked result displayed in basic settings If desired save result to keypad or data memory Memory 6 5x menu 1 measure settings 2 end cover 3 basic
31. this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en 257 on English Care and Storage and Storage Care em Clean and dry Blow away dust from lenses Do not touch glass with fingers Only clean with a soft cloth if necessary damp with pure alcohol Do not use other cleaning agents Plastic parts could be affected Wipe off splashes of cement plaster etc as quickly as possible using water and a damp cloth or sponge Look after the optical surfaces with the same care that you would apply to spectacles cameras and field glasses Storage Please respect the E temperature limits specially during summer when storing the equipment inside a vehicle 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 158 F Unpack instruments and accessories that have become wet Dry off the instrument container and accessories at maximum 40 C 108 F and clean Only repack the equipment when it is completely dry After longer periods of E storage or transport carry out a check measurement before using the equipment If the indoor and outdoor temperatures are very different allow time for the instrument to adapt If the DISTO is removed from an air conditioned room and exposed to warm damp air the instrument and the optics will fog over To reduce this effect cover the instrument with a cloth and allow it to adapt slowly to
32. when a stand is used with the adapter end cover To adjust rear reference the distance from the rear side of the adapter end cover to the rotation axis of the stand has to be entered For stand SLIK U9000 recommended for use with DISTO this distance is0 054 m After calling up the menu function the following is displayed pivot gap 2 2 4 0 000m The last saved entry for the pivot gap between adapter end cover and the rotation axis of the stand is displayed Enter new pivot gap with keypad recall value from keypad memory or from the stack Brief press confirms entry Renewed press quits menu A short confirmation is displayed and the DISTO changes to Normal mode DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en BENE ONE English End covers contd m Distances entered are only considered when measuring reference is set to rear Individual extension 2 2 5 Menu function mean for add ons that are customer specified or for extensions to adapter end covers To adjust the rear reference the distance from the adapter end cover to the locating surface of the customer specified add on has to be entered It is possible to enter negati E ve values After calling up the menu function the following is displayed individual extension 2 2 5 i 0 000m The most recently entered distance between adapter end cover and the individual extension is displayed Enter new distance with the ke
33. English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Calculation contd If there is the possibility of a E shaky measurement in the Pointing mode either use the time delay release x key or press the trigger key long enough to start tracking Press briefly to confirm displayed value trapeze HSD 5 4 1 3 516m c 3 3 516m The first measured value appears beside the corresponding number 1 At the same time the base side of the trapezium to be measured is marked in black with the corresponding number 2 Measure base length of trapezium as described earlier and confirm with Enter key Pressing and holding trigger key in Pointing mode starts tracking trapeze HSD 54 1 3 516m 2 5 373m 9 9 3m The second measured value appears beside the corresponding number 2 At the same time the digonal to be measured next is marked in black with the corresponding number 3 Measure diagonal of the trapezium as described earlier and confirm with Enter key Pressing and holding trigger key in Pointing mode starts maximum tracking Each of the displayed E measured values can be selected with the navigation key again and corrected by a new measurement Press briefly again to start computation after confirming last measurement trapeze HSD 5 4 lt A 6996m 2 39 8 30 932m aa Should all results be saved to the data memory Press and hold After saving the
34. N Strong magnetic fields can influence end cover recognition and cause measuring errors Precautions Measurements near magnetic fields e g magnets transformers should be done with the automatic end cover recognition switched off and measuring has to be monitored carefully Changing end covers The procedure for changing end covers is the same for all types 1 Press release button and pull off end cover PD Z06 When using the end cover E with positioning bracket alignment aid the release button is only accessible through the recess in the end cover PD Z23 If the menu function no end cover 2 1 is not selected then as soon as a measurement is tried without an end cover a message is displayed choose the g end cover DISTO 2 Select and place an end cover in the slot of the casing and push it down until it locks PD Z09 3 A short confirmation is displayed and then the basic mode The DISTO is ready for measurement CAUTION Wrong measurements after changing end covers Precautions Please make a control measurement every time after changing end covers For measurements without end cover please enter the menu function no end cover 2 1 after removing the end cover Avoid using DISTO without E end cover as this will leave the battery cover exposed and prone to being damaged Measuring from flat planes For stable measu
35. RNING The absence of instruction or the inadequate imparting of instruction can lead to incorrect or prohibited use and can give rise to accidents with far reaching human material financial and environmental consequences Precautions All users must follow the safety instructions given by the manufacturer and the directions of the person responsible for the instrument CAUTION Watch out for erroneous distance measurements if the instrument is defective or if it has been dropped or has been misused or modified e g changing the end cover Precautions Carry out periodic test measurements Particularly after the instrument has been subject to abnormal use before during and after important measurements and after changing end covers Keep optical lenses clean and check for mechanical damage to the DISTO CAUTION Take care when aiming the DISTO directly into the sun The receiver lens acts as a magnifying glass and can thus cause damage to the instrument internals Precautions Do not aim the DISTO directly at the sun WARNING Insufficient securing or marking of your measurement site could cause a dangerous situation on the public highway building site or in the factory etc Precautions Always ensure your measurement site is appropriately secured Obey the local accident prevention regulations and road safety rules at all times CAUTION In using the instrument to measure distances or movin
36. ase Beep on off Battery full empty Laser active Measurement reference front stand rear 8 DISTO without detected end cover 9 DISTO without end cover menu setting 10 End cover with swivel foot 11 End cover with positioning bracket alignment aid 12 Adapter end cover without attachments 13 Adapter end cover with stand 14 Adapter end cover with free end 15 Adapter end cover with short bracket 723775 16 Adapter end cover with long bracket 723776 17 Contact service centre 18 Error message NOOB WDM English ENTE DISTO prot pro a 1 0 0en Keypad Overview Table of characters Key assigned characters PD Z05 CR E s u njofefj fnfol folo e mfjnfofef faf olofolo e 7 rjoflr si7 efjaoflrfsi s j riu vjsejo U0 0 0 a o wix vizio j elella v qp spo up d 3 1 Menu key 6 Plus navigation key This table contains all displayable ee The symbols on the keys are 2 Power on and measuring key up characters that can be entered limited to the most commonly 3 Multiplication time delay release 7 Minus navigation key through the keypad used characters due to the lack of 4 Clear key down space 5 Alphanumeric keypad 0 9 8 Result Enter key DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en a es English Keypad contd Menu key To call up the main menu After entering a numeric value through the keypad multiple presses on the menu key
37. ation The DISTO produces a visible laser beam which emerges from the front of the instrument It is a Class 2 laser product in accordance with EC60825 1 1993 Radiation safety of laser products EN60825 1 1994 Radiation safety of laser products It is a Class Il laser product in accordance with FDA 21CFR Ch I 1040 1988 US Department of Health and Human Service Code of Federal Regulations Laser Classification contd Laser Class 2 II products Do not stare into the laser beam or direct it towards other people unnecessarily Eye protection is normally afforded by aversion responses including the blink reflex Labelling 0 95mW 620 690nm EN60825 1 1994 IECB0825 1 1993 Maximum radiant power Emitted wavelength Standard applied WARNING Looking directly into the beam with optical aids e g binoculars telescopes can be hazardous Precautions Do not look directly into the beam with optical aids Laser beam CAUTION Looking directly into the laser can be hazardous to the eye Precautions Do not look into the laser beam Make sure the laser beam is aimed below or above eye level especially with fixed installations machines etc PD Z47 Pulse duration 15 x 10 s Maximum radiant power 10 95 mW Maximum radiant power per pulse 8 mW Measurement 5 uncertainty CAUTION Allow only authorized Leica Geosystems service workshops to service the ins
38. ch of the displayed Eg measured values can be selected with the navigation key again and corrected by a new measurement Press briefly again to start computation after confirming last measurement trapeze HSH 533 lt A 34108m c 2 31 0 12 096m ad Should all results be saved to the data memory Press and hold After saving the menu function is terminated and basic settings displayed Should only a certain result be used Select desired result with navigation keys Press briefly to confirm selection Menu function is terminated and the marked result displayed in basic settings If desired save result to keypad or data memory Trapezium HSD 5 4 After measuring the height the base length and the diagonal HSD of a trapezium this menu function computes the length and the slope of a side of the trapezium the area of the trapezium PD Z67 This menu function has the advantage that all measurements can be made from the same location After calling up the menu function the following is displayed trapeze HSD 54 Cl The first height to be measured rain gutter height and the corresponding number 1 are marked in black DIST Aim laser at the first point to be measured Press briefly to change into Pointing mode Always measure the shorter E of the two trapezium sides Trigger measurement Hold W DISTO steady
39. ctly entering the memory key number Press briefly to save After a short confirmation basic setting are displayed DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en a English Saving with short cut 0o 0 0 0 5 Enter short cut for memory key 6 1 and add the number of the desired memory allocation 1 9 Press briefly to call up main menu After confirmation of saving the basic settings are displayed Saving with memory key Data is allocated to each memory key from 1 to 9 o Press and hold desired key e g key 3 for memory key 3 memory key 1 9 6 1 TIE 0 000 9 723 The corresponding memory key is displayed Press briefly to save After a short confirmation the basic settings are displayed Recall key 1 9 6 2 This menu function only serves to recall one of the nine memory keys Saving data in a memory key is done in the menu function Memory key 1 9 6 1 When called up the value in the basic settings is replaced by the contents of a memory key Recall with menu After calling up the menu function the following is displayed recall key 1 9 6 2 TIE 0 000 The arrow in the symbol means recalling the number beside it the allocated memory key 1 9 Below the current memory contents is displayed or 0 000 if the memory key is not being used Select memory key with navigation keys or select directly via keypad entry Press briefly to recall contents
40. d As soon as the measurement is done in tracking mode press trigger key again briefly Press briefly to confirm displayed value triangle SSS 5 1 1 3 118m ZNB 3 118m The first measured value appears beside the corresponding number 1 At the same time the second side of the triangle to be measured is marked in black with the corresponding number 2 Measure the second and third side of the triangle as described Each of the three displayed E measured values can be selected again with the navigation key and corrected by a new measurement After confirming the last measurement press briefly to start computation triangle SSS 5 1 AN 2 379m PC EA 4 003m a Should all results be saved to the data memory Press and hold After saving the menu function is terminated and the basic settings are displayed Should only a certain result be used Select desired result with navigation key Press briefly to confirm selection Menu function is terminated and the marked result displayed in basic settings If desired save result to keypad or data memory Triangle SH 5 2 After measureing the basic side and height SH of a triangle the menu function computes the area of the triangle After calling up this menu function the following is displayed triangle SH 5 2 ZNB 2 For the first measurement the base side and the corresponding number 1
41. e g 3 500m x Multiplication Measurement e g 8 375m Area e g 29 313m PD Z39 Measurement x measurement x measurement volume Measurement e g 3 500m e Multiplication Measurement e g 8 375m eo Multiplication Measurements e g 2 285m Volume e g 66 980m PD Z40 The volume can also be computed following an area calculation Menu functions are described in the sequence of their appearance on the DISTO display i e in an ascending order of their respective short cut numbers The short cut numers are listed in brackets behind the menu function How to use the menus is explained in section How to use the instruments under Using menus E The short cut numbers facilitate searching for menu functions Measurement settings 1 menu 1 measure settings 2 end cover 3 basic settings 4 basic functions 5 calculation 6 memory measure settings 1 1 reference 2 offset 3 timer 4 laser 5 tracking Measurement reference 1 1 reference 1 1 1 front 2 stand Set measurement reference for the DISTO showing where measure ments will be made from The set measurement reference is used for all following measurements until the it is changed again Basic setting Rear 1 1 3 English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Measurement settings contd The measurement reference s
42. elay can also be set in the Pointing mode Keep pressed until the desired delay is reached The uppermost line displays the symbol of the time delay release with the delay below it Upon release the remainig seconds to the measurement is displayed e g 59 58 57 The last 5 seconds are counted down with a beep sound After the last beep the measurement takes place and the measured value is displayed DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en fo 23 English Permanent 1 3 2 After calling up this menu function the following is displayed permanent 1 3 2 10sec The suggested delay is for all following measurements and can be changed as follows With the navigation keys Each key press increases respectively decreases delay by 1 second Q9 With a keypad entry As long as this key is pressed the delay increases until the maximum of 60 seconds is reached After a brief press on the Enter key a confirmation appears and the menu function is terminated The DISTO changes into Normal mode and displays the symbol of the time delay release in basic settings None 1 3 3 After pressing the Enter key the permanent delay is deleted and the menu function terminated Laser 1 4 laser 14 1 normal mode 2 permanent Here the operational mode of the laser is set Normal mode The laser switches off automatically after 30 seconds Permanent mode The laser remains on in Point
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44. escribed previously Pressing and holding the trigger key starts tracking height 4 5 14 11 454m A 2 8762m 8 762m The second measured value appears beside the corresponding number 2 At the same time the last to be measured side of the triangle with the corresponding 3 is displayed in black Align DISTO approximately at a right angle with the reference wall Where the measured points were arranged vertically it would correspond to the horizontal setting of the DISTO Press briefly to change into Pointing mode Press until minimum tracking starts Move laser dot up and down and crosswise along the extension of the desired measuring distance until the minimum distance can be determined DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en English Basic functions contd DIST Press briefly to confirm displayed measured value Press briefly to end minimum tracking height 4 5 1 11 454m Z 2 8 762m 8 515m 0 515m The third measured value appears beside the corresponding number 3 Each of the three displayed E measured values can be selected again with the navigation key and corrected by a new measurement Press briefly to compute and display the disired distance height 4 5 Z 4 5 595m Press briefly again to quit menu and display the result in the basic settings If desired save result to the keypad or data memory Accuracy 4 6 This menu f
45. ese distances can be checked staked out or marked Application examples Saving the distances between rafters and wooden beams in the DISTO As a result the parts can be exactly positioning on the construction site using the DISTO Saving distances of complete developments of walls to the DISTO and check on the site Saving panel sizes in the DISTO and recalling those values during panelling These examples also show E how to facilitate procedures of checking constructions English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Basic functions contd Constant 4 3 1 To stake out contant distances After calling up this menu function the following is displayed constant 4 3 1 a B 0000m x 0 000m X X A Entry boxes a Distance at which stake out starts X Constant distance which can be used for stake out one by one several times The number of stake outs is l only limited by the maximum measuring range The letter a is already displayed in black Beside it the most recently used distance value x is displayed o Enter new distance a with the keypad recall value from keypad memory or stack Press briefly to confirm entry The entered distance is displayed beside the a Press navigation key to mark the constant x black Enter constant x with the keypad recall value from keypad memory or stack The entered distance is displayed beside the x
46. firm with Enter key Pressing and holding trigger key in Pointing mode starts tracking gable area 5 5 1 3 547m AN 2 9812m 9 812m The second measured value appears beside the corresponding number 2 At the same time the next height to be measured roof ridge is marked in black with the corresponding number 3 Press briefly to change into Pointing mode Aim the laser at the first bottom side Trigger measurement Hold DISTO steady Pressing and holding trigger key in Pointing mode starts maximum tracking Briefly press trigger key again when measurement is done Press briefly to confirm displayed value Each of the three displayed E measured values can be selected with the navigation key again and corrected by a new measurement After confirmimg the last measurement press briefly to start computation gable area 5 5 dh 789m Briefly press again to quit menu and to display the marked result in basic settings If desired save result to keypad or data memory Circle 5 6 This menu function computes the area of a circle using the diameter English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Calculation contd Application For volumes of trees silos etc admeasurements in pipe systems After calling up this menu function the following is displayed circle 5 6 Ya The diameter of the circle and the corresponding number 1 are
47. g objects e g cranes buiding machines platforms unforeseen events can lead to errors in measuring Precautions Only use this instrument as a measuring sensor and not as a control unit English 54 DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Hazards in Use contd Your system has to be designed and operated in such a way that it is secured e g terminal safety switch against damage due to error in measurements defects on the instrument or power interruptions CAUTION Strong magnetic fields in the measuring environment can influence automatic end cover recognition and lead to errors while measuring Precautions When measuring near magnetic fields e g magnets transformer stations DISTO automatic end cover recognition should be monitored or switched off WARNING If the product is used together with computers which have not been approved by the manufacturer for use in the field there is a danger of electric shock Precautions Follow the directions given by the manufacturer for using computer equipment in the field with our systems DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en aa English CAUTION On sending the instrument or on the disposal of batteries that are not fully discharged a fire could be caused by improper treatment Precautions Remove the batteries from their compartment before sending the instrument Dispose of batteries only if they are completely discharged operate the instrument in trac
48. ing mode as long as the DISTO is on Default setting normal 1 4 1 Normal mode 1 4 1 After pressing the Enter key the menu funtion is terminated and basic settings are displayed This symbol appears in basic settings as long as the laser is on Permanent 1 4 2 After pressing the Enter key the menu is terminated and basic settings are displayed and the Per manent mode is started Every press on the On and measurement key immediately triggers a measurement This symbol is permanently displayed in basic settings Only activate permanent E mode of laser if required as it uses up battery power very rapidly Measurement settings contd Tracking 1 5 tracking 1 5 1 on Tracking for the DISTO is selectable in this submenu This function permits moving objects to be measured and stake outs placed to a fixed object Default setting off 1 5 2 On 1 5 1 After pressing the Enter key a short confirmation appears and the menu function is terminated DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays the basic settings with Track appearing in the uppermost line Tracking is started by pressing the trigger key twice The lowest line displays the continuously updated measured value A brief press on the trigger key ends tracking The most recent measured value can now be saved or used in a computation Frequent and long tracking E uses up battery power very rapidly Off 1 5 2 Af
49. ing the keypad a text of maximum 30 characters can be entered The text is displayed in three lines but transmitted as one line via the data interface text 6 4 1 401 yw Press briefly to change between small and capital letters 1 Repeatedly press corresponding key to call up the desired special character described in section Keypad under Text and data input Wait with next input until the E cursor has moved a position further Press briefly for space Press and hold to enter the number 0 Press briefly to move back one space and overwrite the last entry Repeat above process to delete entries step by step Press briefly to end and save text input After a confirmation the basic settings are displayed The menu function Send 6 4 5 enables the saved data to be transmitted to a PC and displayed in an Excel sheet Store 6 4 2 jen Menu function to store measured and computed values into the data memory Store with menu Precondition The value to be stored is displayed in basic settings After calling up the menu function the next free memory location is displayed store 6 4 2 Gil 002 gt E 2 493 Additionally a three line text with a maximum length of 8 characters per line can be entered using the keypad DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en ay English Memory contd By clearly describing stored E values misunderstandings and
50. it shortens battery life Off 3 5 2 Switches off display lighting After pressing the Enter key the menu function is terminated a confirmation is displayed basic settings are displayed Switch off 3 6 This menu function switches the DISTO off Pressing the Enter key is acknowledged by a beep Then the DISTO switches off Under Switching off DISTO further possibilities to switch off the DISTO are described Basic functions 4 o menu 1 measure settings 2 end cover 3 basic settings 4 basic functions 5 calculation 6 memory basic settings 4 1 maximumtrac 2 minimumtrac 3 required distance Maximum tracking 4 1 Maximum distance measurement is done by using maximum tracking PD Z20 Application examples measuring room diagonals maximum measures on rough or wavy grounds maximum measures in large halls roof ridge heights from below the facade in general where access is difficult or under poor lighting conditions drainages shafts etc After selecting this menu function the laser lights up in the Pointing mode the following is displayed maximumtrac 4 1 Press briefly to start tracking As with the room diagonal aim DISTO first at a point near the opposite corner then move the beam slowly across the corner E continuously takes single measurements The furthest distance i
51. ity Mana gement and Quality Systems ISO standard 9001 and Environmental Management Systems ISO standard 14001 TOIVI ISO 9001 150 14001 Total Quality Management Our commitment to total customer satisfaction Ask your local Leica Geosystems agent for more information about our TQM program English 62 DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en
52. king mode until batteries are completely discharged CAUTION If you do not intend using the instrument for a long time the batteries may leak and damage the equipment Precautions Remove batteries if you are not going to use the instrument for an extended period CAUTION Safety measures could be voided persons hurt if the instrument is not used as intended e g it could be damaged mechanically e g being dropped tossed against other objects or damaged by inproperly installing add ons and attachments Precautions Make sure accesories e g telescopic viewfinders hand loops shoulder straps are properly attached and locked in place Protect your instrument from mechanical damage CAUTION If the equipment is improperly disposed of the following can happen If plastic parts are burnt poisonous gases are produced which may impair health f batteries are damaged or overheated they can explode and cause poisoning burning corrosion or environmental contamination By disposing of the equipment irresponsibly you may enable unauthorized persons to use it in contravention of the regulations exposing themselves and third parties to the risk of severe injury and contaminating the environment Precautions Dispose of the equipment appropriately in accordance with the regulations in force in your country Always prevent access to the equipment by unauthorized personnel Laser Classific
53. llowing measurements is automatically suggested at the next menu function call up Off 1 2 3 Deletes an existing addition or subtraction After a brief press on the Enter key a confirmation appears and the menu is quit The DISTO changes into Normal mode and displays the basic settings Time delay release 1 3 Sets time delay between 5 60 seconds after pressing the trigger key to the start of the measurement timer 1 3 1 once 2 permanent 3 none Default setting None 1 3 3 The time delay release permits using the DISTO in measuring situations where the keypad is hard to reach z This symbol appears in the uppermost line of the basic settings when the time delay release is in use Once 1 3 1 After calling up the menu function the following is displayed once 1 3 1 10sec The suggested delay is only for the next single measurement and can be changed as follows With the navigation keys Each key press increses respectively deceases delay by 1 second Q9 With a keypad entry As long as this key is pressed the delay increases until the maximum of 60 seconds is reached English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Measurement settings contd After a brief press on the Enter key a confirmation appears and the menu is terminated The DISTO changes into Normal mode and displays the symbol of the time delay release in basic settings The d
54. lt Enter key Press and hold to save a value into the data memory With menu functions all results are saved in sequence to the data memory Plus navigation key up Minus navigation key down Press respective keys briefly in normal mode to enter an addition or subtraction in a computation move up or down from one entry to the next in menus Press respective keys briefly in Pointing mode to change measurement reference Press both keys simultaneously to turn DISTO off in Normal and Pointing mode Or as an alternative press E and hold one of the keys and then press the other For a first time use insert new batteries into the DISTO for battery type read the technical data sheet C This symbol appears in the display as soon as the battaries are empty and need to be replaced Eg When changing batteries the settings and saved measured values remain unchanged in the data memory Inserting replacing the batteries 1 Press end cover release button and pull the end cover off the instrument 2 Press both locking clips together with fingertips and pull out battery cover 3 Remove empty batteries if any Fit new batteries the right way round PD Z08 DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en English Insert replace batteries contd eu IMPORTANT The proper way of inserting the batteries is shown on the side of
55. marked in black Press briefly to change into Pointing mode Position DISTO on the circumference of the circle as reference Aim laser dot at a spot at the other side of the circle e g ground DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Trigger measurement Hold DISTO steady If there is the possibility of a E shaky measurement in the Pointing mode either use the time delay release x key or press the trigger key long enough to start maximum tracking Briefly press trigger key again as soon as the measurement in maximum tracking is done Press twice to confirm measurement value and to start computation circle 5 6 e 0 250m Briefly press again to quit menu and to display result in basic settings If desired save result to keypad or data memory Space 5 7 This menu function computes from lenght width and height of a room floor and ceiling area sum of the wall areas circumference room volume Application Room dimensions are required by craftsmen for painting plastering carpeting etc After calling up this menu function the following is displayed Space 5 7 Ep 3 For the first measurement the room length and the corresponding number 1 are marked in black Press briefly to change into Pointing mode Align DISTO and aim with laser at the first point to be measured Trigger measurement Hold XJ DISTO steady If there is
56. memory location in the stack is empty The most recent current entry is always in memory location 1 the second to last entry in memory location 2 etc Select memory key with navigation keys or select directly via keypad entry Press briefly to recall contents After a short confirmation the memory contents is displayed in basic settings The results of individual Eg measurements for basic functions Pythagoras heights or computations triangles trapeziums etc can be recalled from the stack and used for further calculations Recall with 0 key Press and hold key for about 2 seconds until two beep sounds are audiable If the key is pressed for too short a period then the memory key is displayed 6 2 stack 6 3 1 891 English 46 DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Memory contd The first memory location of the stack is displayed Select desired memory location with the navigation keys or by direct keypad entry Press briefly to call up content After a short confirmation the memory content is displayed in basic settings Data 6 4 data 6 4 This submenu manages data memory Default settings none meaning that a reset 3 4 does not delete the data memory Text 6 4 1 This menu function is used to enter text in the data memory e g to document measurements After calling up this menu function the next free memory location is displayed Us
57. memory location D amp Enter the first and the last memory location and then one after the other the selected memory location numbers of the memory area Press briefly to confirm selection and to start data transfer D English During transmission the number of the current data memory location being transmitted from is displayed At the end of the transmission the submenu is displayed again Calculator 7 o c menu 2 end cover 3 basic settings 4 basic functions 5 calculation 6 v calculator 7 2x 3 square root The calculation functions in this submenu supplement the four funda mental rules of arithmetics as described in section Simple calculations ez If the wrong measuring units are used the following error message appears Area and volume dimensions cannot be squared From lengths or volume dimensions no square roots can be calculated etc Division 7 1 Precondition The first value to be calculated with has to appear in the basic settings Each entry with the keypad has to be confirmed with the Enter key After calling up the menu function the following is displayed 13 510m The first value to be calculated with is displayed in small font size The second number may be entered with the keypad recalled from memory key or from the stack determined by a distance measurement Press briefly to compute
58. menu function is terminated and basic settings displayed Should only a certain result be used Select desired result with navigation keys g y Press briefly to confirm selection Menu function is terminated and the marked result displayed in basic settings If desired save result to keypad or data memory Gable area 5 5 This menu function computes the gable area of a facade with symetrical pitch roof Application With the gable area the modified room can be determined PD Z68 After calling up the menu function the following is displayed DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en English Calculation contd gable area 5 5 Y gable area 5 5 1 3 547m in 3 3 547m The first height to be measured rain gutter height and the corresponding number 1 are marked in black Press briefly to change into Pointing mode Aim laser at the first point to be measured Trigger measurement Hold X DISTO steady If there is the possibility of a E shaky measurement in the Pointing mode either use the time delay release x key or press the trigger key long enough to start tracking Press briefly to confirm displayed value The first measured value appears beside the corresponding number 1 At the same time the next gable width to be measured is marked in black with the corresponding number 727 Measure gable or house width as described earlier and con
59. mode and displays the selected language in the basic settings Beep 3 3 beep 3 3 1 measure 3 off Set a beep to sound for keypresses and or when measurements are being made 4 Beep on off One of these symbols will be displayed after switching the DISTO on While the symbol for Beep on disappears subsequently the symbol for Beep off remains permanently displayed Default setting key 3 3 2 Measure 3 3 1 Every measurement made is confirmed with a beep Key 3 3 2 Every key press is confirmed accustically Off 3 3 3 Beep is switched off Error messages and E switching off the DISTO are always accompanied by a beep Reset 3 4 Resets customer settings of the DISTO to basic settings After pressing the Enter key reset is done immediately a short confirmation is displayed the menu function is terminated DISTO changes into Normal mode and displays basic settings Lighting 3 5 lighting 3 5 1 on This submenu is used to switch lighting on or off Default setting off 3 5 2 On 3 5 1 Switches display lighting on After pressing the Enter key a short confirmation appears and the menu function is terminated English DISTO prot pro a 1 0 0en DISTO changes into Normal mode and displays the lit basic settings x This symbol appears in the upper most line of basic settings Only use lighting when E required as
60. nd rear addition subtraction none once permanent none normal mode permanent 1 5 tracking 1 5 1 1 5 2 1 6 send 1 6 1 1 6 2 1 6 3 2 end cover on off on only results off 2 1 without end cover 2 2 adapter end cover 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 24 2 2 5 without add on accessory723775 accessory 723776 pivot gap individual extension 2 3 recognition 2 3 1 on 2 3 2 off 2 4 rotating foot 2 5 aligning end 3 basic settings 3 1 32 3 3 34 3 5 3 6 units 3 1 1 0 000 m 3 1 2 0 00m 3 1 3 0 00 feet 3 1 4 0 00 32 3 1 5 0 0 in 3 1 6 0 32 language 3 2 1 German 3 2 2 English 3 2 8 French beep 3 3 1 measure 3 3 2 key 3 3 3 off reset lighting 3 5 1 on 3 5 2 off Switch off 4 basic functions 4 1 4 2 4 3 maximumtrac minimumtrac required distance 4 3 1 constant 4 3 2 variable 4 4 pythagoras 4 5 height 4 6 accuracy 4 7 average 5 calculation 5 1 triangle SSS 5 2 triangle SH 5 3 trapeze HSH 5 trapeze HSD 5 5 gable area 5 6 circle 5 7 space 6 memory 6 1 memory key 1 9 6 2 recall key 1 9 6 3 stack 6 4 data 6 4 1 6 4 2 6 4 3 6 4 4 6 4 5 7 calculator text store change erase send 6 4 5 1 all 6 4 5 2 position 7 1 division 72 x2 7 3 square root TOM Leica Geosystems AG Heerbrugg Switzerland has been certified as being equipped with a quality system which meets the Interna tional Standards of Qual
61. ndirectly Many of the same application examples for the Pythagoras functions are valid here too DISTO computes the desired lengths with three auxiliary measurements using the Pythagoras function PD Z32 i 3 The requirements for the auxiliary measurements are the same as with the Pythagoras function but with the following exceptions The second auxiliary measured point is also the end point of the desired length The third auxiliary measurement is to be made at a right angle to the desired length After calling up the menu function the following is displayed height 4 5 Z The first side if the triangle to be measured and the corresponding number 1 are displayed in black c m E Press briefly to change into Pointing mode Point at first measuring point with the laser Trigger measurement Hold DISTO steady Without a stand there is the E possibility of a shaky measurement Thus in the Pointing mode either use the time delay release x key or press the trigger key long enough to start maximum tracking Press briefly to confirm displayed value height 4 5 1 11454m ME 3 11 454m The first measured values appear beside the corresponding 1 At the same time the second side of the triangle to be measured or the height of the triangle with the corresponding number 2 is displayed in black Carry out the second auxiliary measurement as d
62. nessesseesesstesseesessuseneesteneeeneeneens Possible method of calculating the standard deviation s ws ACCURACY TOSIS pee Message Codes eeeeeeeennennenennnntententnntententnntenten trn tenten tnnt 61 Short c t NdEX qe tanaa 62 English 6 DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Introduction DISTO pro and DISTO pro a the top of the line of the new DISTO series offer the most in measuring comfort These instruments are perfectly suited for quick width and distance measurements followed by computations of partial distances areas volumes etc The three end covers supplied are used to set the desired measurement references for corners angles edges tripod etc Special features Robust proven reliability on construction sites Clear lit displays Alphanumeric keypad Integrated pocket calculator exten sive functions for calculations User friendly menus with short cuts Memory allocation for up to 800 measured values Language selection and selectable measuring units Integrated interface for data transfer toa PC DISTO prof a the utmost in measuring accuracy of the DISTO series Area of applicability This User Manual is valid for both types DISTO pro and DISTO pro a References made in this manual to the product name DISTO are valid for both instrument types Modes of operation Normal mode DISTO is
63. ng as soon as the minimum distance has been determined Press briefly to confirm displayed value pythagoras 4 4 1 11 494m 2 8 529m 8 529m The second measured value appears beside the corresponding number 2 At the same time the last to be measured side of the triangle with the corresponding 3 is displayed in black If instead of taking the third E measurement the result key is pressed then the desired length is computed from the two measurements taken and displayed Otherwise take the third measurement Press briefly to change into Pointing mode Point laser at third measured point Press briefly to start measurement or hold key until minimum tracking starts Press briefly to confirm the displayed value The third measured value is displayed beside the corresponding number 3 Each of the three measured E values can be selected again with the navigation key and corrected by a new measurement Press briefly to compute and display desired length pythagoras 4 4 1l 8 751m pythagoras 4 4 1 11 494m 2 8 529m 8 593m 8 593m Press briefly again to quit the menu and to display the result in basic settings If desired save result to a keypad memory or to the data memory English o o 34 DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Basic functions contd Height 4 5 Using this menu function partial heights not accessible for the DISTO can be computed i
64. o before and after important measuring jobs Affix an adhesive label on the DISTO for accuracy tests of measuring equipment and keep a detailed record of the test procedure Your DISTO meets the specified accuracy if standard deviation remains smaller or equal to the typical specified value A DISTO whose measuring accuracy has been tested over a test distance works within the specified tolerance over the entire distance and temperature range specified in the manual Please note the technical data and the description of measuring accuracy in the manual Message Codes e p RN em foana on a fino RSE econ Oe Measurement time too long distance lt 250 mm Measurement time gt 10 sec peas Receiver signal too powerful Use target plate correct side E257 Wrong measurement ambient brightness too high Use target plate Not in data memory No data available Erase memory location Data memory full All other messages o Press briefly to acknowledge messge and to return to basic settings Call service system When messages with this symbol appear even after DISTO has been used several times then please call the service station and inform them of the message number displayed DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en English Short cut index 1 measure settings 1 1 reference 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 3 1 2 offset 1 2 1 1 2 2 1 2 3 1 3 timer 1 3 1 1 3 2 1 3 3 1 4 laser 1 4 1 1 4 2 front sta
65. of PD Z66 After calling up this menu function the following is displayed trapeze HSH 5 3 Cl The first height to be measured gutter height and the corresponding number 1 are marked in black Press briefly to change into Pointing mode Point laser at the first point to be measured Trigger measurement Hold X DISTO steady If there is the possibility of a E shaky measurement in the Pointing mode either use the time delay release x key or press the trigger key long enough to start tracking Press briefly to confirm displayed value trapeze HSH 5 3 1 3 739m a 3 39m The first measured value appears beside the corresponding number pe At the same time the base side of the trapezium to be measured is marked in black with the corresponding number 2 Measure the base side of the trapezium as described earlier and confirm with the Enter key Pressing and holding trigger key in Pointing mode starts tracking The second measured value appears beside the corresponding number vi DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en English Calculation contd The next height to be measured roof beam height is marked in black with number 3 trapeze HSH 5 3 1 3 739m a 2 2 665m Measure roof beam height as described earlier and confirm with Enter key Press and hold measurement key in Pointing mode to start maximum tracking Ea
66. questions can be avoided Enter text as described in menu E function 6 4 1 Press briefly to move cursor to next text line l Press briefly to end and store input After a confirmation basic settings are displayed As an alternative text input can be made from a predefined list Precondition The list was loaded into DISTO previously read Online documentation on supplied CD ROM Press briefly to display the list of the predefined texts 6 4 2 store fal 002 F abc Select desired entry from list Press briefly to confirm entry Follow same procedure to input subsequent entries from the list Press briefly to end and store text entries After a short confirmation the basic setting are displayed In storing a new value the E DISTO automatically uses the first two text lines of the last memory location Storing with Enter key When a value displayed in the basic setting is to be stored Press and hold The display shows the next free memory location a cursor to enter text If desired enter text as described earlier Press breifly to store After a confirmation the basic settings are displayed If all results of a calculation are to be stored e g pythagoras triangles heights in the data memory Press and hold immediatedly after computed results are displayed The display shows the next free memory location a cursor to enter text
67. r 2 2 adapter end cover 2 2 1 without add on 2 accessory 723775 3 accessory 723776 4 pivot gap 5 individual extension The settings for how the adapter end cover will be used are made here These settings determine the rear reference of the DISTO Default setting none meaning that after a reset all settings remain Without add on 2 2 1 Select this menu function when the adapter end cover is used without any further add ons After pressing the Enter key a short confirmation appears and the menu function is terminated DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays the symbol of the adapter end cover in the basic settings Accessory 723775 2 2 2 This menu function sets rear reference to the adapter end cover with the optional short bracket read User Information Accessories After pressing the Enter key a short confirmation appears and the menu function is terminated DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays the basic settings The symbol of a special adapter appears Accessory 723776 2 2 3 This menu function sets rear reference to the adapter end cover with the optional long bracket read User Information Accessories After pressing the Enter key a short confirmation appears and the menu function is terminated DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays basic settings The symbol of a special adapter appears Set pivot gap 2 2 4 Set pivot gap in this menu function
68. rement is triggered the laser turns off automatically to save batteries DISTO is then back in Normal mode Press again to start laser and to switch into Pointing mode English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Switching off DISTO To save batteries the DISTO automatically switches off after 90 seconds if no key is pressed in that time or it is not in Permanent mode Manually the DISTO can be switched off in different ways 1 In Normal mode e e Press both keys simultaneously or hold one of both keys and then press second key or select menu function Switch off 3 6 Press briefly o Enter short cut 2 In Pointing mode in a menu function etc Press one or more times until the basic settings in Nomal mode are displayed Then press both keys simultaneously or hold one of both keys and then press second key e e Measuring Switch on DISTO Press briefly DISTO is in Normal mode Distance measurement Press again briefly to activate Pointing mode Aim at object to be measured Q Press again to trigger DIST n distance measurement The result is displayed in the selected unit Using menus From the main menu various submenus can be called up from which functions can be selected refer to short cut index Selecting menus menu functions Press briefly in Normal mode to display the main menu menu 1 measure settings 2 end cover 3 basic settings 4
69. rements Pythago ras height using any camera stand DISTO rotates around a defined geometrical point As stand we recommend the SLIK U9000 wide swivelling range no stand adapter required Accessories for data interface Data cable GEV102 1 725078 To connect to a PC or laptop 2 m cable with Lemo plug size 0 and 9 pole D plug with socket contact DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en BETON English Data cable 708175 To connect to a palmtop with a standard cable 30 cm long cable with cable with Lemo plug size 0 and 9 pole D plug with pin contact To connect PC s laptops E etc a commercially available zero modem cable is required Transport accessories Carrying pouch 667169 Large black carrying pouch for transportation and protection Compartments for user manual telescopic viewfinder and palmtop computer Holster 667489 For max protection Fitted to belt Wrist strap 667491 With fastening thread to prevent instrument from dropping to the ground while in use Shoulder strap 563879 Adjustable with fastening thread DISTO Clip 714871 To carry the instrument on your body with special screw The following directions should enable the person responsible for the DISTO and the person who actually uses the instrument to anticipate and avoid operational hazards The person responsible for the instrument must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them
70. ring turn swivel foot on the end cover by 90 DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en English Using end covers contd Or use the end cover with folded in positioning bracket alignment aid Measuring from corners Exact measurements from corners can only be made with the end cover with swivel foot Just keep the swivel foot in its initial position aligned with the edge of the end cover Measuring from edge Normally the end cover with the positioning bracket alignment aid is used PD Z34 v As an auxiliary stop the opened closing cap of the interface plug can be used PD Z83 The stand as measuring reference must be entered when using the auxiliary stop Measuring with alignment aid The DISTO is ideally suited for marking off ops e g when staking out distances PD Z82 Measuring with stand Using a stand eliminates shaking when measuring over a long distance The stand connection on the bottom of the casing of the DISTO is normally used The thread of the stand E should not be longer than 5 5 mm or it could damage the casing of the DISTO PD Z38 English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Using end covers contd Measuring with accessories The adapter end cover has two threads for attachments e g customer specified end covers To use the DISTO in high
71. s they 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 WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Product labelling PD Z65 0 AVOID EXPOSURE Laser radiation is emitted from this aperture OL oz This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject tothe following two conditions Uf This device may not cause harmful tterference and 2 this device must Accept any interference received w including interference that may cause undesired operation A cA 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
72. s continuously updated and displayed Press again to end tracking DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays the maximum tracking value in basic settings Minimum tracking 4 2 Minimum distance measurement is done by using minimum tracking DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en English In tracking mode the DISTO jen Basic functions contd Application examples measuring clear room ceilings minimum distance measurement in case of rough and wavy surfaces rectangular or horizontal measuring without stand After calling up this menu function the laser lights up in Pointing mode the following is displayed Point DISTO at target Move DISTO slowly and generously VE over the target Sm In tracking mode the DISTO E continuously takes single measurements The shortest distance is continuously updated and displayed DIST DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays the minimum tracking value in basic settings Press again briefly to end tracking Required distance 4 3 minimumtrac 4 2 required distance 4 3 2 variable Press briefly to start tracking In this submenu fixed or variable distances for staking out can be selected After a reset the entered distance values remain unchanged In staking out a distance is divided into segments The DISTO displays preset distances starting from a known aimed at point One by one th
73. s soon as measurement is done briefly press trigger key again DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en 37 O English 3 242m Calculation 5 Ax The display shows n 01 for the first measurement the calculated average value below all the way down the current value Carry out all other measurements as described earlier Press briefly to display average value in basic settings If desired save result to the keypad or data memory menu 1 measure settings 2 end cover 3 basic settings 4 basic functions 5 calculation 6 memory calculation 5 1 triangle SSS 2 triangle SH 3 trapeze HHS 4 trapeze HSD 5 gable area 6 circle Computation of circumference area and room volume in this menu function Triangle SSS 5 1 After measuring the three sides SSS of a triangle this menu function computes the height of the triangle the angle opposite of the longest side of the triangle the area of the triangle After calling up this menu function the following is displayed triangle SSS 5 1 MN 3 The first side to be measured and the corresponding number 1 are marked in black Press briefly to change into Pointing mode Align DISTO and point with laser at the first point to be measured Trigger measurement Hold DISTO steady Press and hold the trigger key and start tracking for each side of the triangle Calculation cont
74. short confirmation appears and the menu function is terminated DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays basic settings The symbol in basic settings is now the end cover with swivel foot Aligning aid 2 5 This menu function sets rear reference for the DISTO to the end cover with positioning bracket alignment aid only appears when automatic end cover recognition is turned off After pressing the Enter key a short confirmation appears and the menu function is terminated DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays basic settings The symbol in basic settings is now the end cover with positioning bracket alignment aid Basic settings 3 x menu 1 measure settings 2 end cover 3 basic settings 4 basic functions 5 calculation 6 memory basic settings 2 language 3 beep 4 reset 5 lighting 6 switch off Units 3 1 units 0 000 m 2 0 00 m 3 0 00 feet 4 0 00 32 3 1 Sets the unit in which DISTO displays measurement and computation results Additionally when using the metric system the amount of decimal digits can be set Default setting 0 000 m 3 1 1 0 000 m 3 1 1 After selecting this menu function the menu is quit and the basic setting displayed display is then in meters accurate to three decimals 0 00 m 3 1 2 After selecting this menu function the menu is quit and the basic setting displayed display is
75. ter pressing the Enter key a short confirmation appears and the menu function is terminated The DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays the basic settings Data transfer 1 6 This submenu permits immediate data tranfer from the DISTO via the data interface to a PC or a laptop send 1 6 1on 2 only results Default settig off 1 6 3 On 1 6 1 All measurements and calculations are transferred the data interface transfers data continuously Only results 1 6 2 Only measurement or calculation results e g at maximum or minimum tracking are transferred Off 1 6 3 The data interface is off These menu functions are described in the Online documentation on the CD ROM supplied End covers 2 1x menu 1 measure settings 2 end cover 3 basic settings 4 basic functions 5 calculation 6 memory end cover 2 1 without end cover 2 adapter end cover 3 recognition Without end cover 2 1 This menu function permits the use of the DISTO without end cover After pressing the Enter key a short confirmation appears and the menu function is terminated English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en End covers contd DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays basic settings The symbol for the instrument without end cover appears Avoid using DISTO without Se end cover as the battery cover is then exposed and may be damaged Adapter end cove
76. the hori zontal but in the vertical this can lead to considerable height deviations After calling up this menu function the following is displayed pythagoras 4 4 2 3 The first side of the triangle to be measured and the corresponding number 1 are displayed in black Press briefly to change into Pointing mode Point at the first measuring point with the laser Trigger measurement Hold DISTO steady Without a stand there is the E possibility of a shaky measurement Thus in the Pointing mode either use the time delay release x key or press the trigger key long enough to start maximum tracking DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en English Basic functions contd Press trigger key as soon as the distance has been measured in maximum tracking mode Press briefly to confirm displayed value pythagoras 44 1 11 494m 11 494m The first measured values appear beside the corresponding 1 At the same time the second side of the triangle to be measured or the height of the triangle with the corresponding number 2 is displayed in black Align DISTO approximately at a right angle with the reference wall Where the measured points were arranged vertically it would correspond to the horizontal setting of the DISTO Press briefly to change into Pointing mode Press until minimum tracking DIST starts Press briefly to end minimum tracki
77. then in meters accurate to two decimals 0 00 ft 3 1 3 After selecting this menu function the menu is quit and the basic setting displayed display is then in feet as decimal 0 00 32 3 1 4 After selecting this menu function the menu function is terminated and the basic setting displayed display is then in feet and inch With inch values decimals are diplayed as fraction of 1 32 Example 8 5 inch 8 in 1 0 0 in 3 1 5 After selecting this menu function the menu function is terminated and the basic setting displayed display is in inches with one decimal accuracy 0 32 3 1 6 After selecting this menu function the menu function is terminated and the basic setting displayed display is in inch With inch values decimals are diplayed as fraction of 1 32 DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en BCEIIS English Basic settings contd Language 3 2 language 3 2 English 1 Deutsch 2 English 3 Fran ais Set language the DISTO uses for messages settings etc ES seine cate handai in this submenu Default setting none Selectable languages German 3 2 1 English 3 2 2 French 3 2 3 A fourth language can be E loaded into the DISTO via the interface read Online documentation on the CD ROM supplied After pressing the Enter key a short confirmation appears in the selected language and the menu function is terminated DISTO changes to Normal
78. truments DISTO with Telescopic Viewfinder WARNING Looking right at the reflected laser beam in a DISTO operated with telescopic viewfinder could be dangerous when you aim at areas that reflect like a mirror or emit reflections unexpectedly e g a mirror metallic surfaces windows prisms liquids Precautions If you using a telescopic viewfinder do not aim at areas that are reflective like a mirror or which could produce unintended reflections e g mirrors metallic surfaces windows prisms Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC The term electromagnetic compatibility is taken to mean the capability of the DISTO to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and electrostatic discharges are present and without causing electromagnetic interference to other equipment WARNING Electromagnetic radiation can cause interference in other equipment Although the DISTO meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that interference may be caused to other equipment CAUTION Interference can be caused in other equipment if DISTO is used in combination with third party devises e g field computer PC various cables English DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC contd Precautions Only use equipment or accessories recommended by Leica They
79. unction calculates the average value out of 10 sequential distance measurements Reasons for use To achieve more exact results by reducing the deviation To compensate for shaky measurements when DISTO is held by hand Using this menu function E does not improve the specified measuring accuracy of the DISTO This menu function cannot be E set permanently After calling up this menu function the following is displayed accuracy 4 6 The laser lights up in the Pointing mode Point at target with laser Press briefly to trigger measurement DISTO performs 10 single measurements and displays the computed average value The laser switches off accuracy 4 6 H n 10 x 8515m Press briefly to quit menu and display average value in basic settings If desired save result to the keypad or data memory Average value 4 7 This menu function computes E the average value of measurements made by the user It is possible to compute the average values of up to 30 measurements Application Measurements made to uneven walls and ceilings English EET EI DISTO prot pro a 1 0 0en Basic functions contd Call up menu function average 4 7 average 4 7 TIT not x 3 242m Press briefly to start laser in Pointing mode Point at target with laser Trigger measurement Hold DISTO steady Press and hold trigger key to start tracking A
80. ymbol in basic mode has a referencing line and an arrow In Pointing mode the E measurement reference can be changed with the navigation keys The next measurement is made from the changed reference and after that from the preset reference Front 1 1 1 Measurement from the front of the instrument Measuring optics Stand 1 1 2 Measurement from the stand connected to the rear of the instrument This setting is also used when the closing cap of the interface acts as an auxiliary stop Rear 1 1 3 Measurements from the rear edge of the end cover The DISTO automatically adjusts the reference to the attached end cover Read more in section Using end cover and menu function End cover recognition on 2 3 1 After selecting and entering a measurement reference a short confirmation appears and the menu is terminated The DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays the basic settings Add Subtract 1 2 offset 1 2 1 addition 2 subtraction 3 none This adds or subtracts to from measurements Tolerances can be taken into consideration e g between unfinishing and finishing dimensions 15mm He PD Z78 Default setting None 1 2 3 CAUTION After every input of or change in Add Subtract carry out a control measurement Save frequently used Add Subtract functions in the keypad memory and call them up when needed
81. ypad recall it from the keypad memory or from the stack Brief press to confirm entry ml press to quit menu unction DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays basic settings The symbol for individual extension appears e Distances entered are only considered when reference is set to rear Recognition 2 3 Automatic end cover recognition is Switched on and off in this submenu recognition 2 3 Automatic recognition only Eg works with end covers with swivel foot or positioning bracket alignment aid Read section Using end covers Default setting on 2 3 1 On 2 3 1 Automatic recognition is on After pressing the Enter key a short confirmation appears and the menu function is terminated DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays basic settings The symbol of the detected end cover appears Off 2 3 2 Turns automatic recognition off After pressing the Enter key a short confirmation appears and the menu function is terminated DISTO changes to Normal mode and displays basic settings The symbol of the most recently detected or entered end cover appears te For each new end cover the respective menu function must be entered Rotating foot 2 4 This menu function sets rear reference to the end cover with swivel foot only appears when automatic end cover recognition is turned off English 26 DISTO pro pro a 1 0 0en After pressing the Enter key a

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