RS PRO RSİLDM-150H Laser Distance Meter

1. Safety Instruction

Permitted Use

• Measuring distances.
• Computing functions, e. g. areas and volumes.

Prohibited Use

• Using the instrument without instruction.
• Using outside the stated limits.
• Deactivation of safety systems and removal of explanatory and hazard labels.
• Opening equipment using tools (screwdrivers, etc.), not designed for certain cases.
• Carrying out modification or conversion of the product.
• Use of accessories from other manufacturers without the express approval.
• Deliberate or irresponsible behavior 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.
• Inadequate safeguards at the surveying site (e.g. when measuring on roads, construction sites, etc.)

Laser Classification

This product produces a visible laser beam from the front of the instrument.

Laser Class 2 products: Do not stare into the laser beam or direct it towards other people unnecessarily. Eye's protection is normally afforded by aversion responses including the blink reflex.

2. Start-Up

Inserting/Replacing Batteries (See "Figure A")

Figure A shows the battery compartment being opened and batteries inserted.

1. Remove battery compartment lid.
2. Insert batteries, observing correct polarity.
3. Close the battery compartment again.

• Replace the batteries when the symbol " " flashes permanently in the display.
• Use alkaline batteries only.
• Remove the batteries before any long period of non-use to avoid the danger of corrosion.

Keypad and LCD Display

Keypad (See "Figure B")

Figure B shows a diagram of the keypad with numbered buttons:

• 1. ON/MEAS button
• 2. Bluetooth/Timer button
• 3. Single/Continous Distance measurement button
• 4. Area/Volume button
• 5. Storage button
• 6. Plus (+) button
• 7. Clear/Off button
• 8. Reference button
• 9. Tilt/Stake out button
• 10. Indirect measurement button
• 11. Minus (-) button
• 12. Illuminating/UNITS button
• 13. Side MEAS button

LCD Display (See "Figure C")

Figure C shows a diagram of the LCD display with numbered segments:

• 1. Laser active
• 2. Reference level (front)
• 3. Reference level(rear)
• 4. Reference level (tripod)
• 5. Reference level (end piece)
• 6. Area/Volume measuring functions (Area measurement, Volume measurement)
• 5. Single distance measurement
• 6. Battery status
• 7. Variable Indirect measuring functions (Single pythagorean measurement, Double pythagorean measurement, Double pythagorean (partial height) measurement, Tilt measurement)
• 8. Stake out function
• 9. Battery status
• 10. Single distance measurement
• 11. Continuous measurement & Max and Min measure
• 12. Instrument error warning
• 13. Historical memory
• 14. Bluetooth
• 15. Timer
• 16. Tilt
• 17. Intermediate line 1
• 18. Intermediate line 2
• 19. Intermediate line 3
• 20. Summary line

3. Initial Operation and Setting

Switching On and Off

Press the ON/MEAS button to switch on the instrument and laser. Hold down the button longer to switch off the instrument. The instrument switches off automatically after three minutes of inactivity.

Clear Button

The last action is cancelled or the data display is cleared. If in History storage mode, pressing the Storage and Clear buttons simultaneously will clear all storage data in the memory.

Reference Level Setting (See "Figure D")

Figure D illustrates setting the reference level. The default reference setting is taken from the rear of the instrument. Press the Reference button to select the front edge as the reference. A special beep sounds whenever the reference setting is changed. After a restart, the reference automatically returns to the default setting (rear reference).

Using the Tripod reference

The reference must be appropriately adjusted to take correct measurements with a tripod. You can switch the reference on the tripod on or off by holding down the Reference button.

Multifunctional end piece

The instrument can be adapted for various measuring situations (See Figure E and F).

• For measurements from an edge, fold out the positioning bracket until it locks in place (Figure E).
• For measurements from a corner, open the positioning bracket until it locks in place, then push the positioning bracket lightly to the right to fold it out fully (Figure F).

Display Illumination

Pressing the Illuminating/UNITS button can switch the display illumination on or off, allowing the user to trigger the function when in darkness.

Distance Unit Setting For Instrument

Hold down the UNITS button longer to change the unit type. The following units can be set:

4. Measuring

Single Distance Measurement

Press the MEAS button to activate the laser. Press again to trigger the distance measurement. The measured value is displayed immediately.

Continuous laser

Press and hold the MEAS button until the laser active character appears permanently in the display and a beep sounds. Each subsequent press of the button releases a distance measurement. You can switch the continuous laser function on or off by pressing this button longer.

Alternatively, press the Clear button to switch off the device and continuous laser operation. If the laser is in continuous operation mode, it automatically switches off after 3 minutes.

Continuous Measurement (Tracking)& Max and Min Measurement (See "Figure G")

Figure G illustrates continuous measurement and max/min values. The continuous measurement function (tracking) is used for transferring measurements, e.g., from construction plans. In continuous measurement mode, the measuring tool can be moved to the target, updating the measured value approximately every 0.5 seconds in the third line. Corresponding minimum and maximum values are displayed dynamically in the first and second lines.

For example, a user can move from a wall to the required distance, while the actual distance can be read continuously. For continuous measurement, press the button until the indicator for continuous measurement appears in the display. Press the MEAS or Clear button again to stop the function. The function terminates automatically after 100 continuous measurements.

5. Functions

Addition / Subtraction

Distance measuring.

• + The next measurement is added to the previous one.
• - The next measurement is subtracted from the previous one.
• CLR The last step is cancelled.
• Return to the single distance measurement.

Area Measurement

Press the Area/Volume button once. The symbol appears in the display.

Press the MEAS button to take the first length measurement (e.g., length). Press MEAS again to take the second length measurement (e.g., width). The result is displayed in the summary line.

Volume Measurement

For volume measurements, press the Area/Volume button twice until the indicator for volume measurement appears in the display.

• Press MEAS to take the first distance measurement (e.g., length).
• Press MEAS to take the second distance measurement (e.g., width).
• Press MEAS to take the third distance measurement (e.g., height).

The result of the area measurement from the values already measured is displayed in the summary line.

Indirect Measurement (See "Figure H")

Figure H illustrates indirect measurement using 2 and 3 auxiliary measurements.

Determining a distance using 2 auxiliary measurements:

Press this button once; the display shows . The distance to be measured flashes in the symbol. Aim at the upper point (1) and trigger the measurement. After the first measurement, the value is adopted. Keep the instrument as horizontal as possible. Press MEAS to measure the distance result of the horizontal point (2). The result is displayed in the summary line.

Determining a Distance Using 3 Measurements:

Press this button twice; the display shows the symbol . The distance to be measured flashes in the symbol. Aim at the lower point (1) and trigger the measurement. After the first measurement, the value is adopted. Keep the instrument as horizontal as possible. Press MEAS to measure the distance result of the horizontal point (2). Press MEAS to measure the distance result of the upper point (3). The result is displayed in the summary line.

Historical Storage

The previous 20 records (measurements or calculated results) are shown in reverse order. Use the + or - buttons to navigate through these records. You can clear all records by pressing the Storage and Clear buttons simultaneously in historical storage mode.

Timer (self-triggering)

Press this button to set a 5-second time delay. Press and hold this button until the desired time delay is reached (max. 60 seconds). Alternatively, use the + / - buttons to change the time delay. Pressing this button displays the remaining seconds until measurement (e.g., 59, 58, 57...) in a countdown. The last 2 seconds flash and beep faster. After the last beep, the measurement is taken and the value is displayed.

Bluetooth

Switching on BLUETOOTH / sending measurements: Press and hold Func/Unit until the Bluetooth symbol appears. You can then use the Meterbox APP installed on your phone to connect. During the first connection, a PIN code prompt may appear; enter 0000.

Switching off BLUETOOTH: Press and hold until the Bluetooth symbol disappears. Bluetooth switches off when the instrument is turned off.

Stake out function (See "Figure K")

Figure K illustrates the stake out function. Two different distances (a and b) can be entered into the instrument to mark defined lengths, e.g., in wooden frame construction.

Entering stake out distances: Press and hold the button; the stake out function symbol and the value (a) with the corresponding intermediate line flash. Use the + and - buttons to adjust values (first a, then b). Holding the buttons increases the rate of change. Confirm value (a) with the MEAS button. Value (b) and its intermediate line flash (value (a) is adopted automatically); enter value (b) using + / -. Confirm value (b) with the MEAS button.

Pressing the MEAS button starts the laser measurement. The display shows the current distance. As you move along the stake out line, the displayed distance decreases. The instrument beeps at 0.1m from the next stake out point. Arrows indicate the direction to move. When the stake out point is reached, the beep changes and the intermediate line flashes. The function can be stopped anytime by pressing MEAS or Clear.

Tilt measurement (See "Figure L")

Figure L illustrates tilt measurement. The inclination sensor measures tilts between ±90°. During tilt measurement, hold the instrument without transverse tilt (±10°). Press this button once to activate the tilt sensor. The symbol appears, and the tilt value is displayed in the intermediate line 1. Press MEAS to measure inclination and distance. The distance (L) is shown in the summary line, and distances (A) (B) calculated from a and L are shown in intermediate lines 2 and 3.

6. Technical Data

Technical Specifications

* Use a target plate to increase the measurement range during daylight or if the target has poor reflection properties!

** In favourable conditions (good target surface properties, room temperature) up to 10m (33 ft). In unfavourable conditions, such as intense sunshine, poorly reflecting target surface or high temperature variations, the deviation over distances above 10m (33ft) can increase by ±0.15 mm/m (±0.0018 in/ft).

7. Troubleshooting

Causes and Corrective Measures

8. Measuring Conditions

Measuring Range

The range is limited to 70m. At night or dusk and if the target is in shadow, the measuring range without a target plate is increased. Use a target plate to increase the measurement range during daylight or if the target has poor reflection properties.

Target Surfaces

Measuring errors can occur when measuring toward colorless liquids (e.g. water) and dust-free glass, Styrofoam or similar semi-permeable surfaces. Aiming at high-gloss surfaces may deflect the laser beam and lead to measurement errors. Against non-reflective and dark surfaces, the measuring time may increase.

Care

Do not immerse the instrument in water. Wipe off dirt with a damp, soft cloth. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or solutions. Handle the instrument as you would a telescope or camera.

9. Labelling

The product carries standard safety and regulatory labels, including CAUTION for LASER RADIATION, DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM, maximum output <1mW, wavelength 630-670nm, CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT, EN 60825-1:2007 compliance, and battery information (2 x "AAA" 1.5V batteries). It also includes CE marking.