LRB 4000CI LASER RANGE FINDER BINOCULARS NSN: 1240
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1. 19 CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USE FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE INJURY 1 BRIEF DESCRIPTION LRB 4000CI Laser Rangefinder Binoculars System is an advanced laser range finder system that enables instant distance speed vertical and horizontal angular measurements An outstanding optics provides a sharp clear image under any observation conditions The unit utilises time of flight method of distance and speed measurement The System sends invisible eye safe laser pulses to the target The returned pulses are captured by the digital circuitry The time difference is used to calculate the distance to the target A built in digital compass measures an angle between the optical axis and direction to the magnetic North Pole The unit complies with CFR 21 Part 1040 10 and Part 1040 11 A built in inclinometer allows elevation angle measurements and height depth calculations Key Features of the LRB 4000CI Laser Rangefinder Binoculars e Modern digital circuitry allows targeting through most types of glass e First last or the most reflective target acquisition e Meters Yards Mils Degrees KMH MPH display e Last 10 measurements recall e Selectable reticle shape or O e Target quality indicator e Gating capability e Speed detector e Accurate digital compass e Accurate digital2. 5 5 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 6 5 1 Installing the battery 6 5 2 Measurement procedure pp 7 5 3 Maximum distance 7 5 4 Target selection logic 8 5 5 Individual Measurement and Scanning regimes 8 5 6 Operation and service modes 9 5 7 Mode switching and tuning 9 5 8 Setup Mode 7 10 5 9 Compass calibration 12 5 10 Setting interface format 13 5 11 Gating mode 13 5 12 Data Recall mode pp 13 5 13 Display test mode pp 14 5 14 Additional display information 14 5 15 Computer interconnectivity 15 5 16 GPS interconnectivity 15 5 17 Short mode switching scheme 16 5 18 Remote control module 16 6 BEST MEASURING TECHNIOUE 17 7 STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE 17 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 18 WARRANTY 18 10 CUSTOMER SUPPORT
3. NC First Cd 13 NC Auto a NC km h NC NC mph NC Cd 16 Display test Cd 1 Compass calibration Gating GAt Entrance into gating mode g 2 Mode 2 8 8 75 8 5S 2 3 os 2 8 8 4g g 8 tot sot N 2 a E3 Data Recall rEc Recalls last 10 measurement sets Data Clearance cLr Clears all recorded data Interface PC Selects PC or PLGR data format for output format or PLGr port Empty field means the parameter is not measured in this mode NC means no change to the measurement parameter setting To leave the Setup mode without changing measurement parameters press and hold M button for two seconds This works like computer Esc key The rangefinder will then keep the last set of parameters and return to the Ready to Measure mode Once set the mode parameter is stored in on board power independent memory and will be kept current until reset in Setup mode Choosing Cd 16 in Setup mode will cause all display segments and indicators to flash for 8 seconds Flashing can be interrupted by pressing either button Compass calibration If the System was exposed to a strong magnetic field or was not in use for a long time the compass accuracy may diminish To return the compass into working condition SelectCd 17 in Setup mode Keeping the unit horizontally perform one full rotation around vertical axis w
4. apply excessive force when disconnecting cable Damage to cable or connector resulting from improper treatment is not covered by warranty To attach the cable to the rangefinder match the key on the plug 1 Fig 5 with the corresponding key on the socket and then push gently the plug holding it by its casing 3 Fig 5 until click To detach the cable slide sleeve 2 Fig 5 away from the unit and pull the plug out The communication port must be initiated prior to connecting the unit to the computer The data is transmitted as hex string code with fixed baud rate of 9600 bit sec 8 bits one stop bit and no parity If the port is connected and not initiated the rangefinder will be activated immediately in the scan mode and it will lead to extensive Fig 5 Computer cable battery drain connector i 1 Key 2 Sleeve 3 Disconnect the cable when you finish Rubber casing working with the software This connector is IP67 graded GPS interconnectivity LRB 4000CI can transmit the acquired data to a GPS receiver using 0815 connector and PLGR DAGR protocol An optional cable is required To work with GPS perform the following steps Switch the rangefinder to PLGr mode Choose either Std1 or Std2 measuring mode Connect the rangefinder and GPS unit with the cable 15 For each measurement GPS will display the absolute coordinates of your target Note If the rangefinder is not set initiall
5. choose another mode for example Standard1 Standard2 Codel Code2 etc Note The gating distance can only be increased To exit the gating selection cycle without setting any gating distance click through full gating range with M button or hold M button for 2 seconds Gating feature helps measuring remote targets in unfavourable atmospheric and environmental conditions by eliminating reflections from snowflakes raindrops industrial wires tree branches etc At the same time if gating distance is set incorrectly you can remove the desirable object from measurement range Data Recall mode In Data Recall mode results of the last 10 measurements can be displayed Measurement results are saved in on board memory in sets depending on the parameters set for measuring for instance if only distance is measured the set will consist of one number if distance and azimuth are measured the set will consist of two numbers 13 To enter Data Recall mode press M button in Ready to Measure mode until rEc is displayed and then press A button First measurement set number display name rEc 1 will start flashing Pressing M button moves the unit along the list of measurement set numbers and measurement results rEc 1 distance 1 azimuth 1 elevation 1 rEc 2 distance 2 azimuth 2 elevation 1 rEc 0 distance 0 azimuth 0 elevation 0 Measurement sets are numbered in reverse order first recalled set is the result of the last
6. way as with the mode switching M button switches between submenu items and A selects the needed one When A button is pressed from the submenu the unit comes into Ready to Measure mode with the selected parameter If no button is pressed for 8 seconds the unit leaves the current mode in Ready mode it switches off Next time the unit is turned on it assumes the last chosen combination of the four Ready to Measure mode parameters Note On a special request menu of a particular unit can be simplified to show only required modes Setup mode To modify the four Ready to Measure mode parameters Enter Setup mode With word Ready on the display press M button till display name COdE is displayed and press A button Select the desired parameter modification see table below Press M button till the code name of the desired parameter is displayed and press A button 2 7 f 2 ode 8 lt Ready to f Measire Ready As set at previous session Standard 1 Std 1 m Deg Deg Auto Standard2 Std 2 yd Mils Mils Auto Setup COdE Entrance into Setup mode Cdl M m NC Cd2 Y ya NC Cd3 Deg NC Cd4 Mils Auto 8 Cd5 2 Deg Cd6 Mil 8 5 Cd7 M m Cd8 6 yd Deg Deg Auto Cd9 NC NC Cd 10 NC NC Cd 11 NC Last Cd 12
7. No NEWCON OPTIK Operation Manual LRB 4000CI LASER RANGE FINDER BINOCULARS NSN 1240 20 001 9644 105 Sparks Ave Toronto ON M2H 255 Canada 1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Read prior to activation You have just purchased a sophisticated electro optical device that emits invisible laser radiation To operate it properly please read this manual carefully NEVER direct laser beam at the eyes of people or animals NEVER aim the unit at the Sun or bright sources of light NEVER subject the unit to impacts NEVER transport the unit without its case NEVER disassemble the unit This may be hazardous for you due to high voltage currents in the system ALWAYS keep the unit out of children s reach ALWAYS remove the battery when the device is not in use for a long period ALWAYS store in a dry place Caution use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Caution use of optical instruments such as binoculars loupes mirrors lenses etc with this product increases eye hazard Note Avoid eye exposure to direct laser beam or its close reflection Prevent bright light from focusing through the eyepieces 111 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 BRIEF DESCRIPTION ppp 2 2 DEVICE APPEARANCE 3 3 DELIVERY SET a 4 4 SPBCIEICATIONS
8. d Therefore if you forget to turn the gating off the next time you start measuring it can ignore the desired object if it is closer than the gating distance The unit will display four dashes instead of the measurement results Over 100 meters display indicator shows active gating 7 STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE The unit is a sophisticated precision optical instrument equipped with laser and electronics Therefore it should be handled with due care Keep away from direct sunlight Avoid impacts jolts dust moisture and sharp changes of temperature Do not use the device at temperatures higher than 50 C 122 F 17 e Do not touch optical surfaces Doing so may damage the anti reflection coating e Clean optical surfaces only with professional camera lens cleaning supplies e Clean the exterior of the unit with a soft clean cloth e Keep the unit away from heating appliances and central heating e Remove the battery when storing the device for long time e All repair works must be performed by an authorized service 8 TROUBLESHOOTING Ranging does not work The display is transparent Check the charge of the battery Replace it if it is weak Ranging does not work The display indicates results of the last measurement Wait for 8 seconds until the display becomes transparent and press the Action button again Black dots are visible on LCD Liquid Crystal Display may have small black dots scratches and oth
9. ding lightning improper power supply or service other than by a NEWCON Authorized Service Postage insurance and shipping costs incurred while presenting your NEWCON product for warranty service are your responsibility If shipping from North America please include a cheque or money order payable to NEWCON OPTIK for the amount of US 15 00 to cover handling and return shipping 10 CUSTOMER SUPPORT Should you experience any difficulties with your NEWCON OPTIK product consult the enclosed manual If the problem remains unresolved contact our customer support department at 416 663 6963 or toll free at 1 877 368 6666 Our operating hours are 9am 5pm Monday Friday Eastern Standard Time At no time should equipment be sent back to Newcon without following the instructions of our technical support department NEWCON OPTIK accepts no responsibility for unauthorized returns To locate NEWCON Authorized Dealer call Tel 416 663 6963 Fax 416 663 9065 Email newconsales newcon optik com Web www newcon optik com The defective products should be shipped to US customers 2331 Superior Ave Cleveland OH 44114 all other countries 105 Sparks Ave Toronto ON M2H 285 CANADA 11 QUALITY CERTIFICATE Serial number The unit indicated above has passed the quality inspection Production date Quality Inspector Purchase date 20 8 NEWCON OPTIK 2009
10. er blemishes inherited from the manufacturing process These flaws are strictly regulated by number area and location and do not degrade the product s measurement capabilities Range measurement cannot be obtained e Make sure that neither your hand nor finger is blocking objective lens laser emitting lens or receiver lens e Hold the unit firmly avoid hand tremor while pressing the Action button e Check that the target is within measuring range of the device and the gating mode does not cut it off 9 WARRANTY NEWCON warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of the original purchase but no more than 18 months from the date of manufacturing Longer warranty is available subject to the terms of the specific sales contract Should your Newcon product prove to be defective during this period please deliver the product securely packaged in its original container or an equivalent along with the proof of the original purchase date to your Newcon Dealer 18 Newcon will repair or at its option replace with the same or comparable model the product or part thereof which on inspection by Newcon is found to be defective in materials or workmanship What This Warranty Does Not Cover NEWCON is not responsible for warranty service should the product fail as a result of improper maintenance misuse abuse improper installation neglect damage caused by disasters such as fire floo
11. inclinometer e RS 232 port e GPS interoperability PLGR DAGR protocol 2 DEVICE APPEARANCE 3 Fig 1 Front view 1 Eyepieces 2 Objective receiving lens 3 Objective emitting lens 4 Dioptric adjustment rings 5 Mode button 6 Action button 7 Body of the device 8 Rubber grip Fig 2 Rear view 1 Eyepiece 9 Interpupillary distance adjustment lever 10 Model number plate battery compartment cover 11 Identification and certification label at the bottom Patent Pending Newcon Optik 105 SPARKS AVE TORONTO ON CANADA M2H 255 THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH CFR 21 1040 10 1040 11 MADE IN CANADA Fig 3 Liquid Crystal Display LCD 1 Low battery indicator 2 Reticle either or O 3 Units of measurement 4 Measurement result 5 Target quality indicator 6 Laser active indicator 7 Gating indicator 8 Setup mode indicator 9 Ready mode indicator 3 DELIVERY SET Standard delivery set for LRB 4000CI includes LRB 4000CI Carrying case Neck strap User s manual Warranty card Computer cable Compact disk with software Hard case 9V non magnetic Lithium battery Qty 1 pe 1 pe 1 pe 1 pe 1 pe 1 pe 1 pe 1 pe 1 pe Optional items Remote control module GPS cable Exact delivery set depends on details of a contract or purchase order 4 SPECIFICATIONS Optics Magnification Objective len
12. ithin half a minute and then one full rotation around vertical axis with device upside down during half a minute Ifone rotation does not restore calibration perform two rotations The normal compass functioning will be restored Depending on the software version during calibration you may observe either time countdown in seconds from 59 to 1 or blinking word CAL on the LCD 12 Setting interface format In this mode data communication standard is set The unit can output measurement data via RS 232 port in either PC format description of the proprietary format can be obtained from Newcon upon a request or in the format accepted by PLGF DALGR To select required data format Select PLGr P in Setup mode Pressing A button will switch between PC format and PLGR format the display name of format that can be switched to will be shown Gating mode In this mode gating function is activated here user can set the minimal distance to the target any object closer than the gating distance will be ignored To enter into gating mode press A button when GAT is displayed Minimal gating distance of 100 m will be initially set further pressing M button will increase gating distance by 100 m up to 7 000 m When the desired distance is reached select it by pressing A button Gating distance can potentially be set longer than the maximum measuring range The device will not measure anything then To deactivate gating
13. measurement If any parameter has not been actually measured it will not be recalled Pressing A button at any moment within the list of recalled results or pressing M button at the end of the list brings the unit to Ready to Measure mode Choosing CLr in Setup mode will erase all measurement data Display test mode Entering Code 16 will cause all display segments and indicators to flash for 8 seconds Additional display information Additional indication is displayed in Ready to Measure mode Indicates that distance is displayed in yards Y or M or meters azimuth may or may not be measured KMH Indicates that speed is displayed in km h or or MPH mph mor Indicates that that only azimuth is measured OVER 100M indicates that gating is active Laser active indicator 6 Fig 3 flashes when the unit emits laser radiation Reliability of ranging depends on the number of impulses that reflect from the target and reach the unit The unit informs the user TARGET REFLECTION LOW ranging results have low statistical reliability TARGET REELECTION MED ranging results have medium statistical reliability TARGET REFLECTION HIGH ranging results have high statistical reliability Computer interconnectivity The unit supports RS 232 interface Physical connection is performed through connector with threaded coupling mechanism designed for the heavy duty outdoor applications Note Do not
14. nge 1 Use tripod when ranging remote targets The longer is the distance the greater is the beam shift due to hand tremor Aim at a surface on the target that is the closest to perpendicular to the laser beam The closer you get the stronger will be the reflection The unit deploys sophisticated software that tries to understand which target you are aiming at However due to beam divergence several objects may produce a strong reflection To help the System recognise the target the Target Selection Logic may be used For example if ranging a wire in front of a building selecting the first target Code 12 will produce a more reliable result Alternatively when aiming at a chimney behind the trees selecting last target Code 11 will be better By default the System assumes auto target selection that is the object producing the most reflections will be considered a target Another way to improve reliability of measurement is to use gating mechanism If gating is active reflections from all objects closer than the gating distance will be ignored This is especially effective when ranging in unfavourable atmospheric conditions that is in the rain fog haze or in the bright sun Gating provides better results than the last target selection but it requires preliminary rough distance estimation to cut off all objects closer than the chosen one Note Gating setting is remembered by the System until altere
15. rs azimuth and elevation are displayed in degrees crosshair reticle is visible auto target selection is used Standard2 distance is displayed in meters azimuth and elevation are displayed in mils crosshair reticle is visible auto target selection is used Code 8 sets the same set of measurement parameters as Standard1 except for distance measurement reading is given in yards At start the unit assumes Ready to Measure mode with measurement parameters inherited from the previous setup At manufacturing stage the unit is set up into Standard1 set of measuring parameters Mode switching and tuning Pressing M button 3 Fig 1 in Ready to Measure mode switches the unit between modes of operation Ready to Measure Ready 9 Fig 3 is displayed Quick link to Standard1 set of measurement parameters display name Std1 Quick link to Standard2 set of measurement parameters display name Std2 Setup mode display name COdE Gating selection mode display name GAt Data Recall mode display name FEC Memory Clearance mode display name CLE Interface selection mode display name PLGr P Flashing display name indicates the mode which can be selected by pressing A button 4 Setup Gating selection Data Recall and Interface selection modes have submenus so when A button is pressed to select these modes the unit automatically enters the corresponding submenu In the same
16. s diameter Exit pupil diameter Field of view Type of coating Interpupillary distance Dioptre adjustment range Range Finder Laser Measuring range Accuracy First last and auto target selection Meters Yards display Last 10 measurements recall Reticle Target quality indicator Gating capability Speed Detection Measured speed range Accuracy Compass Measured azimuth range Accuracy Tx 50 mm 7 1 mm 50 Fully multi coated optics 58 72 mm 4 Class 1 eye safe 905 nm 20 4 000 m 1 m or O Yes m 100 m step 7 000 100 5 400 km h or 3 250 mph 1 km h or mph 6400 mils 360 1 Inclinometer Measured elevation range 60 Accuracy 1 Height measuring Present Power Battery 9V Lithium non magnetic Battery capacity Min 5 000 measurements Scanning regime Low Battery indicator Yes Environmental Operational temperature range 25 50 C 13 122 F Storage temperature range 45 65 C 49 149 F Mechanics Tripod thread a x 20 TPI Weight without battery 1 3kg Weight with hard case 3 5 kg Dimensions 210x150x60 mm 5 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Installing the battery Unscrew the screw and open the battery compartment Connect a battery to the battery snap Hook the farther from the screw edge of the battery compartment cover over the edge of the battery compartment close the cover and tighten the screw If the bat
17. t will work in Scanning regime while A button is pressed Scanning or Individual Measurement regimes are available for any selected mode of measurement When two parameters are measured in Scanning regime though both will be quickly displayed the second one may be difficult to register by eye Nevertheless all data is recorded and may be recalled see Data Recall mode for details Operation and service modes The unit has the following modes of operation Ready to Measure to perform measurements Quick link to Standard1 and Standard2 sets of measurement parameters appears in mode selection menu for convenience and does not constitute a separate mode Setup to modify the Ready to Measure mode parameters Gating to set a minimum distance of measurement Data Recall to recall the last 10 measurement results Data Clearance to clear all measurement results In Setup mode four parameters of measurement can be set these parameters define 1 What the unit measures distance or azimuth or both 2 In what units the result of distance measurement is displayed meters or yards degrees 3 What reticle shape is visible rectangular or crosshair and 4 Which target is selected first last or most reflective see Target selection logic for more details Setup mode is described in more detail below The unit has two standard sets of Ready to Measure mode parameters Standard1 distance is displayed in mete
18. tery compartment cover does not close tightly and evenly check that the battery snap wires are neatly packed inside the battery compartment and the cover is hooked over the edge of the battery compartment Note To ensure compass accuracy calibrate compass after changing the battery see Compass calibration below for details Note Battery in metal casing will diminish compass accuracy Non magnetic batteries should be used for the utmost compass performance The unit is fully operational when battery voltage is higher than 6 3V A LOW BATTERY warning is displayed when battery voltage falls below 6 5V Measurement procedure When the Rangefinder is off the LCD is blank To activate it press and hold for one second A button 6 Fig 1 At start the unit comes into Ready to Measure mode indicated by the word READY on the display visible through the eyepiece Pressing A button 6 Fig 1 in Ready to Measure mode initiates measurement procedure The result of measurement is displayed in a form that depends on the measurement parameters see Setup Mode If results of measurement are unreliable four dashes will be displayed in the area 4 Fig 3 For successful measurement the target must be at least 20 m away If more than one parameter is chosen to measure e g distance and azimuth the results will replace each other on the display every half a second If the target is located below the unit the res
19. ts way towards the target the laser beam may be reflected from various objects thus decreasing ranging accuracy The smaller the farther and the less reflective is the target the higher is the possibility of obtaining an incorrect measurement To improve accuracy the unit has a built in target selection logic that allows choosing which target to range the nearest first the farthest last or the most reflective auto This mechanism helps selecting the target when ranging from behind the bushes wires through the falling snow or in similar conditions Furthermore it enables ranging a target in front of a bigger object such as a wire in front of the wall Note Even with target selection logic the unit may not always be able to range the desired target as its reflectivity may be too low to produce enough laser beam reflections for statistically reliable calculation A warning will be displayed if result is not statistically reliable See more about target reflectivity in Additional display information Individual Measurement and Scanning regimes The unit can operate in two regimes 1 Individual Measurement and 2 Scanning In Individual Measurement regime the unit performs single measurement when A button is pressed shortly in Scanning regime the unit repeatedly measures and displays results every second while A button is pressed To activate Scanning regime press and hold A button in Ready mode The uni
20. ult of vertical measurement elevation or height will be preceded with minus sign If results of angular measurements can not be interpreted by the unit an error codes 444 for azimuth or 99 for elevation will be displayed Repeat the measurement If error codes appear again reboot the unit by switching it off and on again Maximum distance Though maximum measurement distance depends on target reflectivity weather and other conditions for most targets the unit will provide accurate ranging for up to 2 000 meters In good conditions highly reflective target can be measured up to 2 500 meters Target reflectivity depends on its color surface finish size shape position in relation to the laser beam etc Bright target colors are more reflective than darks A polished surface is more reflective than a rough one Larger targets reflect better than small ones Ranging a target perpendicular to the laser beam provides better results than the one positioned at a sharp angle to the beam Weather conditions that influence air transparency rain fog snow mist reduce maximum range Bright sunny days will reduce performance as well as IR sun radiation may cover reflected laser impulses While the unit will measure through many glass types measuring through glass may reduce accuracy Natural hand tremor decreases the accuracy of long distance ranging Using of a tripod is highly recommended Target selection logic On i
21. y to Std1or Std2 modes the GPS will not operate properly Note GPS unit automatically adjusts coordinates to reflect actual magnetic declination Therefore coordinates displayed on the GPS may differ from those calculated by the computer Short mode switching scheme Upon request your LRB 4000CI rangefinder may be manufactured with reduced functionality This version is easier to use and it is beneficial for users planning to work with GPS only The short mode switching scheme does not transmit data in PC software format The short mode switching scheme menu comprises only 4 modes Std1 Std2 CLbr and GAtE described above Note The rangefinder can be programmed for the short or full mode switching scheme at the factory only Remote control module Upon request the unit may be furnished with a remote control module This module is attached to the computer cable at the computer side The remote module enables controlling the rangefinder from computer The module connects rangefinder buttons to the RS 232 pins Also rangefinder buttons are repeated on the module Fig 6 Remote control module Note Actual remote control module may 1 Action button look differently from the one on the Fig 6 2 Mode button 6 BEST MEASURING TECHNIQUE Laser range finder measures distance by catching laser beam reflected from the target Everything that improves reflection increases the measurement reliability and maximum ra
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