Newcon Optik Binoculars LRB 3000PRO User Manual

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.  
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  
ALWAYS keep the unit out of the reach of children  
ALWAYS remove the battery when the device is not in  
use for a long period  
ALWAYS store the unit in a dry place  
Caution - use of controls or adjustments, or performance  
of procedures other than those specified herein may result  
in hazardous radiation exposure  
Caution - use of optical instruments such as binoculars,  
loupes, mirrors, lenses, etc. with this product increases eye  
hazard  
Avoid eye exposure to direct laser beam or its close  
reflection  
Prevent bright light from 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  
1.  
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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6
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4
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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:  
Qty  
1
LRB 3000PRO  
Carrying case  
1
Neck strap  
1
Operation manual  
1
9V non-magnetic Lithium battery  
1
Warranty card  
1
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  
±2  
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:  
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  
C
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.  
Keep it away from direct sunlight.  
Avoid impacts, jolts, dust, moisture, and sharp changes  
of temperature.  
Do not use the device at temperatures higher than 50oC  
(122oF).  
Do not touch optical surfaces. Doing so may damage the  
anti-reflection coating.  
Clean optical surfaces only with professional camera lens  
cleaning supplies.  
Clean the exterior of the unit with a soft clean cloth.  
Keep away from heating appliances and central heating.  
Remove the battery when storing the device for long  
time.  
All repair works must be performed 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.  
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  
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 OPTIK2011  
 

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