Operation Manual
LRB 3000PRO
LASER RANGE FINDER BINOCULARS
105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON M2H 2S5, Canada
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read prior to activation
You have just purchased a sophisticated electro-optical device
that emits invisible laser radiation. To operate it properly,
please, read this manual carefully.
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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
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ALWAYS keep the unit out of the reach of children
ALWAYS remove the battery when the device is not in
use for a long period
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ALWAYS store the unit in a dry place
Caution - use of controls or adjustments, or performance
of procedures other than those specified herein may result
in hazardous radiation exposure
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Caution - use of optical instruments such as binoculars,
loupes, mirrors, lenses, etc. with this product increases eye
hazard
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Avoid eye exposure to direct laser beam or its close
reflection
Prevent bright light from focusing through the eyepieces
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Never aim the unit at highly reflective objects like mirrors
and retroreflective surfaces, which are in close proximity
to the laser rangefinder. This can lead to the permanent
damage of the photoreceiver incorporated into the device.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION.......................................2
Principle of operation..................................................2
Key Features ...............................................................3
DEVICE APPEARANCE...................................4
DELIVERY SET.................................................7
Standard delivery set...................................................7
Optional accessories....................................................7
SPECIFICATIONS.............................................7
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................9
Preparing device for operation....................................9
Measurement procedure............................................10
Factors affecting measuring distance........................11
Target selection logic................................................11
Individual Measurement and Scanning regimes .......12
Operation and service modes ....................................13
Accuracy correction..................................................15
Compass calibration..................................................16
Data Recall mode......................................................17
BEST MEASURING TECHNIQUE.................18
STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE.................19
TROUBLESHOOTING....................................20
WARRANTY....................................................21
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CUSTOMER SUPPORT...................................22
QUALITY CERTIFICATE...............................23
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CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING!
FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS WILL
VOID THE WARRANTY!
1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION
The LRB 3000PRO Laser Rangefinder Binoculars
(System) is an advanced laser range finder that enables instant
distance, speed, and angular measurements.
The unit complies with CFR 21, Part 1040.10 and Part
1040.11.
An outstanding fully multi-coated optics coupled with an
original circuitry design creates a system that outperforms
any other product in its class and price range.
Principle of operation
The unit sends invisible, eye safe laser beam pulses to the
target. The pulses reflected from the target are captured and
processed by the digital circuitry. The time-of-flight delay
between the sent and received pulses allows calculating the
distance to the target.
A built-in digital compass measures azimuth simultaneously
with ranging.
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Key Features
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Modern digital circuitry allows targeting through most
types of glass
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Speed detector
Selection of the first, last or the most reflective target
Distance is displayed in meters or yards
Original digital circuitry allows ranging through most
types of glass, bushes and other obstacles
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Three channel optical solution (optical, laser and
receiver) provides high accuracy
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Two reticle shapes: -¦- or
Built-in digital compass
On-board memory keeps results of last 10 measurements,
that can be recalled to the LCD
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The unit automatically turns off when no button is
pressed for 8 seconds
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2. DEVICE APPEARANCE
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Fig. 1. Front view
1 – Eyepieces
3 – Mode button
5 – Battery compartment cover
2 – Objective lens
4 – Action button
6 – Rubber grip
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Fig. 2. Rear view
1 – Eyepieces;
7 – Interpupillary distance adjustment lever;
8 – Identification and certification label (located at the
bottom):
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Fig. 3 Display
2 – Reticle (either -¦- or )
1 – Low battery indicator
3 – Units of measurement
5 – Laser active indicator
7 – Setup mode indicator
4 – Measurement result
6 – Ready mode indicator
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3. DELIVERY SET
Standard delivery set
LRB is supplied in the following assembly:
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LRB 3000PRO
Carrying case
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Neck strap
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Operation manual
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9V non-magnetic Lithium battery
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Warranty card
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Optional accessories
Hard case
4. SPECIFICATIONS
Optics
Magnification
Objective lens diameter
Exit pupil diameter
Field of view
7x
40 mm
5.7 mm
6°
Type of coating
Fully multi-coated optics
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Range Finder
Laser
Class 1, eye safe, 905 nm
Measuring range
Accuracy
First, last and auto target selection
Meters/Yards display
Last 10 readings recall
Reticle
10 – 3,000 m
± 1 m
Yes
Yes
Yes
-¦- or
Speed measurement
Measured speed range
5 – 400 km/h / 3-250 mph
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Accuracy, km/h or mph
Compass
Measured azimuth range
360°
Accuracy
±2°
Power
Battery
9V Lithium (non-
magnetic)
Battery capacity
Min 5,000 measurements
(Scanning regime)
Yes
'Low Battery' indicator
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Environmental
Operational temperature range
Storage temperature range
-25 / +50oC (-13 / +122oF)
-45 / +65oC (-49 / +149oF)
Mechanics
Tripod thread
Weight without battery
Dimensions
¼” x 20 TPI
970 g
158x145x70 mm
5. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Preparing device for operation.
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Rotate the battery compartment cover (5, Fig. 1) counter
clockwise and pull it open
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Connect and insert battery into the battery compartment.
Close the battery compartment cover (5, Fig. 1).
Adjust the interpupillary distance with lever (7, Fig. 2).
Adjust the eye relief distance by moving collapsing
eyepieces (1, Fig. 1) in lengthwise direction.
The unit is fully operational when battery voltage is over
6.3V. A ‘LOW BATTERY’ warning is displayed voltage
falls below 6.5V.
The unit may be powered with 9V batteries capable to sustain
350 mA current drain:
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Standard 9V battery may be used as a short term
solution. It will last for about 30-45 minutes of
continuous operation.
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A 9V Lithium non-magnetic battery guarantees over
5,000 shots at room temperature. It is recommended for
the field usage. In addition, this battery does not
influence the internal compass.
Note: Metal housing of the battery may degrade the compass
accuracy.
Measurement procedure
The LRB 3000PRO operational procedures are design to allow
the user to use most applicable options in the fastest time
possible. To activate it, press and hold Action button (6, Fig.1)
for one second. At start the unit comes into Ready to Measure
mode indicated by the word ‘READY’ on the display visible
through the eyepiece.
Pressing Action button (6, Fig. 1) again will initiate
measurement procedure. The results of measurement are
displayed in default form of Distance (M) and Azimuth (mils)
measurement parameters, which also can be modified to user
preference (see Operation and service modes).
If results of measurement are unreliable four dashes (‘----‘) will
be displayed in the area (4, Fig. 3).
Pressing Mode button (3, Fig. 1) gives the user the options to
change settings from Factory default to specific modes required
by user. For full list of Mode options please refer to Operation
and Service modes
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Factors affecting measuring distance
Though maximum measurement distance depends on target
reflectivity, weather conditions and other conditions, for most
targets the unit will provide accurate ranging for up to 2,500
meters. Under good conditions a large size target can be
measured up to 3,000 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.
Note: device may produce false readings when reticle is
aimed at the sun or in ± 20˚ solid angle from the sun.
Target selection logic
On its way towards the target laser beam may reflect from
various objects, thus decreasing ranging accuracy. The
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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. Similarly 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.
Individual Measurement and Scanning regimes
The unit can operate in two regimes: (1) Individual
Measurement and (2) Scanning. In the Individual
Measurement regime the unit performs single measurement
when the A button is pressed shortly, in Scanning regime the
unit repeatedly measures and displays results every second
while the A button is pressed.
To activate the Scanning regime press and hold the A button
in the Ready mode. The unit will work in the Scanning
regime while the A button is pressed.
The Scanning or Individual Measurement regimes are
available for any selected mode of measurement. When two
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parameters are measured in the 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
Pressing Mode button (3, Fig.1) in Ready mode switches the
unit between modes of operation, to activate any desired
mode from the menu you must confirm your selection by
pressing Action button (4, Fig.1)
The unit has the following modes of operation:
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Ready – Unit is ready to perform measurements
dFLt – sets default mode of operation with factory
settings,
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Std – allows the user to select single action
measurements:
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Distance only
Compass Only
Speed Only
Speed + Distance
Distance +Compass
Unit – allows user to select units of measurements,
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Distance from M to Y
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Compass from Mils to Degrees
Speed from KMH to MPH**
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rEc – allows data recall of the last 10 measurement
results,
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CLr – Clears all Measurement
SEt – allows the user to select the following advanced
options:
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FrSt – First Target Measurement
LASt – Last Target Measurement
AUtO – Last Target Measurement*
Reticule – Change reticule from + (cross)
to (rectangle)
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CAL – Calibration and correction
▪ CALc – compass calibration
▪ Corr – accuracy correction of active
measurement parameters.
* not shown in the menu if currently selected
** this option is only available if Std Speed is
selected
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Accuracy correction
If the System produces some measurement errors that lie
beyond unit specification, it may be an indication that unit
requires calibration similar to one conducted at production
level. To do accuracy correction, please select Corr from
CAL menu.
Perform correction according to required measurement
parameters by pressing Action button, see table below:
Active mode of
measurement (Std) parameter
Correction
Condition
Install unit at 1 meter1
from flat target2
Put unit in a level plane
S, Sd, d
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Distance
Azimuth and aim it to the North
direction3
Install unit at 1 meter1
from flat target2
Distance and
dC
controlling its level
azimuth
position and direction to
the North
1 – Accuracy of correction will depend on accuracy of
installation against target. If distance is 0.9 meters, then unit
will have 0.1 m offset during all future measurements.
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2 – Target should not have high-reflective surface (white
color is not considered high reflective in this case.
3 – Unit shall be well leveled with deviation from 0 not more
than ±0.75 degrees. Horizontal direction shall be to Magnetic
North (not True North). If devices detects large installation
errors (unit is not well leveled or not aimed to the North),
then LCD will show result “444”, which means that
correction was not performed due to incorrect setup.
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:
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Select CALc from CAL menu
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Keeping the unit horizontally, perform one full rotation
(360˚) around vertical axis within a minute
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If one rotation does not restore calibration – perform two
rotations per a minute.
The normal compass functioning will be restored.
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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.
To enter Data Recall mode select rEcfrom main menu.
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,
rEc 2, distance 2, azimuth 2,
rEc 0, distance 0, azimuth 0.
Measurement sets are numbered in reverse order: first
recalled set is the result of the last 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 brings the unit to Ready to Measure mode.
Choosing cLr at the end of recalled data will erase the
device memory.
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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 range.
1. Use tripod when ranging remote targets. The longer is the
distance, the greater is the beam shift due to hand tremor.
2. Aim the unit at a surface on the target that is the closest
to perpendicular to the laser beam. The better
perpendicular to the target – the stronger will be the
reflection.
3. 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 will produce a more reliable result. Alternatively,
when aiming at a chimney behind the trees, selecting
“last” target will be better. By default the System
assumes “auto” target selection, i.e. the object producing
the most of reflections will be considered a target.
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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.
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Keep it away from direct sunlight.
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Avoid impacts, jolts, dust, moisture, and sharp changes
of temperature.
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Do not use the device at temperatures higher than 50oC
(122oF).
Do not touch optical surfaces. Doing so may damage the
anti-reflection coating.
Clean optical surfaces only with professional camera lens
cleaning supplies.
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Clean the exterior of the unit with a soft clean cloth.
Keep away from heating appliances and central heating.
Remove the battery when storing the device for long
time.
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All repair works must be performed by an authorized
service.
Prevent bright light from focusing through the eyepiece.
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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 until display becomes transparent, and press the Action
button again.
Compass readings are equal to zero at any direction.
Wait until display becomes transparent, and press the Action
button again.
If this does not help, perform the compass calibration.
Black dots are visible on LCD
Liquid Crystal Display may have small black dots, scratches
and other blemishes inherited from the manufacturing
process. These flaws are strictly regulated by number, area
and location and do not degrade the product's measurement
capabilities.
Range measurement cannot be obtained.
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Make sure that neither your hand nor finger is blocking
objective lens, laser emitting lens or receiver lens.
Hold the unit firmly (avoid hand tremor) while pressing
the Action button.
Check that the target is within measuring range of the
device and the gating mode does not cut it off.
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9. WARRANTY
NEWCON warrants this product against defects in material
and workmanship for one year from the date of the original
purchase. Longer warranty is available, subject to the terms of
the specific sales contract. Should your Newcon product
prove to be defective during this period, please deliver the
product securely packaged in its original container or an
equivalent, along with the proof of the original purchase date
to your Newcon Dealer.
Newcon will repair (or at its option replace with the same or
comparable model), the product or part thereof, which, on
inspection by Newcon, is found to be defective in materials or
workmanship.
What This Warranty Does Not Cover:
NEWCON is not responsible for warranty service should the
product fail as a result of improper maintenance, misuse,
abuse, improper installation, neglect, damage caused by
disasters such as fire, flooding, lightning, improper power
supply, or service other than by a NEWCON Authorized
Service. Postage, insurance, and shipping costs incurred while
presenting your NEWCON product for warranty service are
your responsibility.
If shipping from North America please include a cheque or
money order payable to NEWCON OPTIK for the amount of
US$15.00 to cover handling and return shipping.
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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: [email protected]
Web: www.newcon-optik.com
The defective products should be shipped to:
US customers:
2331 Superior Ave. Cleveland, OH 44114
From all other countries:
105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON M2H 2S5, CANADA
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11. QUALITY CERTIFICATE
Serial number _____________________________
The unit has passed the quality inspection.
Production date
Quality Inspector
Purchase date
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NEWCON OPTIK™ 2011
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