Newcon Optik Hunting Equipment LRF MOD 4EC User Manual

Operation Manual  
LASER RANGE FINDER MODULE  
LRF MOD 4EC  
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 in the system  
ALWAYS keep the unit out of children’s reach  
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.  
Caution - avoid access of direct sun light into eye-piece optics  
for more then 5 sec consistently.  
Note: Avoid eye exposure to direct laser beam or its close  
reflection  
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CONTENTS  
1.  
BRIEF DESCRIPTION............................................ 3  
1.1  
1.2  
Principle of work ................................................. 4  
Key Features........................................................ 4  
DEVICE APPEARANCE ........................................ 5  
DELIVERY SET...................................................... 7  
Standard delivery set............................................ 7  
Optional accessories ............................................ 7  
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................. 8  
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS............................ 10  
Maximum distance............................................. 10  
Module controls................................................. 10  
Measurement procedure..................................... 11  
Target selection logic......................................... 12  
Individual Measurement and Scanning regimes 12  
Operation and service modes............................. 13  
Mode switching and tuning................................ 14  
Setup mode ........................................................ 16  
Compass calibration........................................... 19  
2.  
3.  
3.1  
3.2  
4.  
5.  
5.1  
5.2  
5.3  
5.4  
5.5  
5.6  
5.7  
5.8  
5.9  
5.10 Interface format ................................................. 19  
5.11 Gating mode....................................................... 20  
5.12 Data Recall mode............................................... 21  
5.13 Display test mode .............................................. 22  
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5.14 Additional display information.......................... 22  
BEST MEASURING TECHNIQUE...................... 23  
Interconnectivity..................................................... 25  
6.  
7.  
7.1  
7.2  
7.3  
Connecting to computer..................................... 25  
Data output protocol .......................................... 25  
Additional communication features, for special  
orders only..................................................................... 27  
7.4  
7.5  
Output connector pin layout and cable diagram 29  
GPS interconnectivity........................................ 30  
STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE...................... 32  
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................... 33  
WARRANTY......................................................... 34  
CUSTOMER SUPPORT........................................ 35  
QUALITY CERTIFICATE.................................... 36  
8.  
9.  
10.  
11.  
12.  
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CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS  
BEFORE USING!  
FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS WILL  
VOID THE WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE  
INJURY!  
1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION  
The LRF Modules use the same electronics and optics as  
rangefinder monoculars and binoculars. These modules can add  
various range finding capabilities into host systems: distance &  
speed measurement, azimuth and elevation measurement.  
The modules have a built-in computer interface, which enables  
immediate data acquisition by any system with standard serial  
interface. Depending on exact model, customer has a choice of  
various incorporated features, including, but not limited to gating  
capability, fast scan mode, speed measurement, object selection  
and more.  
Typically a rangefinder module becomes a part of:  
- Thermal imagers  
- Day/night surveillance systems  
- Airborne optical systems.  
Both modules can be integrated into a bigger observation system.  
The Modules comply with CFR 21, Part 1040.10  
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Principle of work  
The Modules send invisible, eye safe laser pulses to the target.  
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/inclinometer of MOD 4EC measures  
target’s azimuth and elevation simultaneously with ranging.  
Key Features  
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Selection of the first, last or the most reflective target  
Distance is displayed in meters or yards, speed is displayed  
in km/h or MPH, azimuth and elevation are displayed in  
degrees or mils  
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Original digital circuitry allows ranging through most types  
of glass, bushes and other obstacles  
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Two reticle shapes: -¦- or  
Built-in digital accurate compass/inclinometer, angles are  
displayed in degrees or mils.  
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On-board memory keeps results of the last 10 measurements,  
that can be recalled  
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2. DEVICE APPEARANCE  
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5
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1 – Communication connector 2 – Detachable eye-piece  
3 – LRF cover  
4 – Desiccator  
5 – Optical window  
6 – Detachable camera  
Fig. 1. MOD 4EC general view  
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7
1
8
9
5
2
3
4
Fig. 2. Liquid Crystal Display view  
through the eyepiece  
1 – Low battery indicator  
3 – Units of measurement  
5 – Target quality indicator  
7 – Gating indicator  
2 – Reticle (either -¦- or )  
4 – Measurement result  
6 – Laser active indicator  
8 – Setup mode indicator  
9 – Ready mode indicator  
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3. DELIVERY SET  
Standard delivery set  
The unit is supplied in the following assembly:  
Qty  
1
LRF MOD 4EC  
Eyepiece  
1
USB camera  
1
Compact disk with software  
Computer/power cable  
Operation manual  
Warranty card  
1
1
1
1
Hard case  
1
Connectors:  
Data/power connector  
LEMO Push-Pull Connector  
FGG.0B.309.CLAD52  
Data and power connectors can be modified per individual  
order.  
Optional accessories  
GPS cable  
Remote control module  
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4. SPECIFICATIONS  
Range Finder  
Laser  
Class 1, eye safe, 905 nm  
Measuring range  
Accuracy  
16 m – 4,000 m  
± 1 m  
First, last and auto target selection  
Meters/Yards display  
Last 10 readings recall  
Reticle  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
-¦- or   
Target quality indicator  
Yes  
Gating capability, m  
100 - 7,000; 100 m step  
Speed measurement  
Measured speed range  
5 – 400 km/h / 3-250 mph  
±2  
Accuracy, km/h or mph  
Compass and inclinometer (MOD 4EC only)  
Measured azimuth range  
360°  
±1°  
Accuracy  
Measured elevation range  
±60°  
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Interface  
RS 232 interface.  
Power  
External power requirement  
9V DC, 300 mA  
The unit is fully operational when voltage is higher than 7V. A  
LOW BATTERY’ warning is displayed when voltage falls  
below 7.2V.  
Environmental  
Operational temperature range  
Storage temperature range  
-25 / +50ºC (-13 / +122ºF)  
-45 / +65ºC (-49 / +149ºF)  
Mechanics  
Weight without eyepiece  
Weight with eyepiece  
2,370 g  
2,450 g  
Dimensions without eyepiece  
Dimensions with eyepiece  
214x195x94 mm  
238x195x94 mm  
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5. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS  
Maximum 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 3,000  
meters. In good conditions a highly reflective target can be  
measured up to 4,000 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 dark ones. 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 under 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 pulses.  
While the unit will measure through many glass types, measuring  
through glass may reduce accuracy and range.  
Module controls  
Modules can be fully controlled via RS-232 connector and/or  
with buttons on remote control. The control procedures are  
identical and interchangeable.  
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The correspondence between the pressing of the buttons and the  
signals sent via RS-232 is described in Interconnectivity, chapter  
7.  
The rest of this manual describes measurement procedures and  
setting measurement parameters through pressing of the buttons.  
Measurement procedure  
When the Module is off the LCD is blank. To activate it press  
and hold for one second the Action (A) button. At start the  
module comes into the Ready to Measure mode indicated by the  
word ‘READY’ on the display.  
Pressing the Action button in the Ready to Measure mode  
initiates measurement. The result of the measurement is  
displayed in a form that depends on the measurement parameters  
(see Setup Mode).  
Note:  
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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 result 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.  
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Target selection logic  
On its way towards the target, laser beam may reflect 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,  
which allows choosing what 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. A warning will be displayed if result is not  
statistically reliable. See more about target reflectivity in  
Additional display information (0). This information will not be  
transferred via RS-232.  
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 the Scanning regime the unit repeatedly measures and  
displays results every second while the A button is pressed.  
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To activate the Scanning regime press and hold the A button in  
Ready mode. The unit will work in the Scanning regime while  
the A button is pressed.  
Scanning or Individual Measurement regimes are available for  
any selected mode of measurement. When two 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  
The unit has the following modes of operation:  
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Ready to Measure – to perform measurements  
(Quick link to the Standard1 and Standard2 sets of  
measurement parameters appears in mode selection  
menu for convenience and does not constitute a separate  
mode)  
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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 measurement results.  
In the Setup mode four parameters of measurement can be set;  
these parameters define:  
1. What the unit measures: distance or azimuth or elevation or  
all measurements at once,  
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2. In what units result of distance measurement is displayed:  
meters or yards, degrees or mils, km/h or mph,  
3. What reticle shape is visible: rectangular or crosshair, and  
4. Which target is selected: first, last or most reflective (see the  
Target selection logic (5.4) for more details).  
The Setup mode is described in more detail below.  
The unit has two standard sets of the Ready to Measure mode  
parameters:  
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Standard1: distance is displayed in meters, 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 the  
Standard1, except for distance measurement in yards.  
At start the unit assumes the 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 the Mode (M) button in the Ready to Measure mode  
switches the unit between modes of operation:  
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Ready to Measure Ready (9, Fig. 2) is displayed  
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Quick link to the Standard1 set of measurement parameters  
(display name: Std1),  
Quick link to Standard2 set of measurement parameters  
(display name: Std2),  
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Setup mode (display name: COdE),  
Gating mode (display name: GAt),  
Data Recall mode (display name: rEc),  
Memory Clearance mode (display name: cLr),  
Interface selection mode (display name: -PC- or  
PLGr).  
Flashing display name indicates the mode which can be selected  
by pressing the A button.  
The Setup, Gating selection, Data Recall and Interface selection  
modes have submenus, so when the A button is pressed to select  
these modes the unit automatically enters the corresponding  
submenu. In the same way as with the mode switching, the M  
button switches between the submenu items and A selects the  
needed one. When the A button is pressed from the submenu the  
unit comes into the Ready to Measure mode with the selected  
parameter.  
If no button is pressed for 8 seconds the unit leaves the current  
mode, in the 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.  
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Note: On a special request a menu of a particular unit can be  
simplified to show only required modes.  
Setup mode  
To modify the Ready to Measure mode parameters:  
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Enter the Setup mode.  
With word Ready on the display press the M button till  
display name COdEis displayed and press the A button.  
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Select the desired parameter modification (see table below).  
Press the M button till the code name of the desired  
parameter is displayed and press A button.  
To leave the Setup mode without changing measurement  
parameters press and hold the M button for two seconds. This  
works like the computer Esc key. The rangefinder will then keep  
the last set of parameters and return to the Ready to Measure  
mode.  
Mode  
Ready to  
Measure  
As set at previous session  
Ready  
Standard1  
Standard2  
Auto  
Auto  
m
m
Deg  
Deg  
-¦-  
-¦-  
Std 1  
Std 2  
Mils Mils  
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Mode  
Setup  
Entrance into the Setup mode  
NC  
COdE  
m
Cd1 M  
Cd2 Y  
Cd3 -  
Cd4 -  
NC  
NC  
yd  
Deg  
NC  
Mils  
NC  
NC  
NC  
Deg  
Mils  
m
Cd5 -◦  
Cd6 -  
Cd7 -  
Auto  
yd  
Deg  
Deg  
-¦-  
-¦-  
Cd8 -  
NC  
NC  
NC  
NC  
Cd9 -¦-  
Cd 10   
Cd 11  
Cd 12  
NC  
Last  
First  
Auto  
NC  
NC  
Cd 13  
Cd 14KMH  
Cd 15MPH  
NC  
NC  
NC  
NC  
kmh  
mph  
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Mode  
Display test  
Cd 16  
Cd 17  
GAt  
Compass calibration  
Gating  
Entrance into gating mode  
Data  
Recall  
rEc  
cLr  
Recalls last 10 measurement sets  
Data  
Clearance  
Clears all recorded data  
Interface  
format  
-PC- or  
PLGr  
Selects PC or PLGR data format for output port  
Empty field means the parameter is not measured in this mode, NC  
means ‘no change’ to the measurement parameter setting.  
Once set, the mode parameter is stored in on-board memory and  
will be kept current until reset in the Setup mode.  
Choosing Cd 16in the Setup mode will cause all display  
segments and indicators to flash for 8 seconds. Flashing can be  
interrupted by pressing either button.  
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Compass calibration  
If the Module was exposed to a strong magnetic field or was not  
in use for a long time, the compass accuracy may diminish.  
To bring the compass into working condition:  
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Select Cd 17in the Setup mode  
Keeping the unit horizontally, perform one full rotation  
around vertical axis within half a minute and then one full  
rotation around vertical axis with device upside down  
during half a minute.  
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If one rotation does not restore calibration – perform two  
rotations.  
The normal compass functioning will be restored.  
Depending on the version of the on-board software, during  
calibration LCD will show either time countdown in seconds  
from 59 to 1 or flashing word CAL.  
To ensure azimuth measurement accuracy calibrate compass  
after changing the battery.  
Interface format  
The unit can output measurement data via RS-232 port in either a  
proprietary protocol or in the format accepted by PLGF/DALGR.  
The selected format will be indicated on the LCD with display  
names PLGror -PC-.  
To select the required data transfer format:  
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Select PLGr(-PC-) in the Setup mode  
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Pressing the A button will activate shown on the LCD  
communication format.  
Gating mode  
In this mode the gating function is activated: user can set the  
minimal distance to the target; reflection from any object closer  
than the gating distance will be ignored.  
The Gating feature helps measuring remote targets in adverse  
atmospheric and environmental conditions by eliminating  
reflections from snowflakes, raindrops, industrial wires,  
branches, etc. At the same time, if gating distance is set  
incorrectly, you can remove the desirable object from  
measurement range.  
To enter the gating mode press the A button when GAtis  
displayed. Minimal gating distance of 100 m will be initially set,  
further pressing the 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.  
The Gating distance can potentially be set longer than the  
maximum measuring range. The device will not measure  
anything then. To deactivate gating choose one of preset modes  
that do not include gating (for example: Standard1, Standard2,  
Code1, Code2, etc.).  
Note: the Gating distance can only be increased. To exit gating  
selection cycle without setting any gating distance press the M  
button 70 times or hold the M button for 2 seconds.  
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Data Recall mode  
In the 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 the Data Recall mode press the M button in the Ready  
to Measure mode until rEcis displayed and then press the A  
button. First measurement set number (display name: rEc 1)  
will start flashing.  
Pressing the 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 measurement. If any parameter has not  
been actually measured it will not be recalled.  
Pressing the A button at any moment within the list of recalled  
results (or pressing the M button at the end of the list) brings the  
unit to the Ready to Measure mode.  
Choosing cLr in the Setup mode will erase all measurement  
data.  
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Display test mode  
Selecting Code 16 in the Setup mode will cause all display  
segments and indicators to flash for 8 seconds.  
Additional display information  
Additional indication is displayed in the Ready to Measure  
mode:  
Indicates that distance is measured and  
Y or M  
displayed in yards or meters  
KMH or Indicates that speed is measured and displayed  
MPH  
in km/h or mph  
Indicates that only azimuth is measured  
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Indicates height in meters or azimuth is mils  
measured  
OVER 100M – indicates that gating is active  
Laser active indicator (6, Fig.2) flashes, when unit emits laser  
radiation. Reliability of ranging depends on the number of pulses  
that reflect from the target and reach the unit. Module informs  
user about the number of received pulses by a message on LCD:  
TARGET REFLECTION LOW ranging results have low  
statistical reliability,  
TARGET REFLECTION MED – ranging results have  
medium statistical reliability,  
TARGET REFLECTION HIGH – ranging results have high  
statistical reliability.  
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6. BEST MEASURING TECHNIQUE  
Laser range finder module measures distance by catching a laser  
beam reflected from the target. Everything that improves  
reflection increases the measurement reliability and maximum  
range.  
1. Aim at a surface on the target that is closest to the  
perpendicular to the laser beam. The closer you get – the  
stronger will be the reflection.  
2. 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.  
3. Another way to improve reliability of measurement is to use  
the gating mechanism. When 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 bright sun. Gating provides better results than the  
“last” target selection, but it requires preliminary rough  
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distance estimation to cut off all objects closer than the  
chosen one.  
Note: the Gating setting is remembered by the System until  
altered. 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.  
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7. Interconnectivity  
The unit supports RS-232 interface. Physical connection is  
performed through a connector specific to each order. The  
default connectors are described in Specifications.  
Connecting to computer  
The communication port must be initiated prior to connecting the  
unit.  
Data is transmitted as a 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 module will be  
activated immediately in scan mode.  
Data output protocol  
This physical interface uses one line to an external UART  
(Universal Asynchronous Receiver / Transmitter) port. The data  
is transferred in accordance with the serial asynchronous  
communications protocol, known as the RS-232.  
A typical UART frame is shown below. It comprises a Start bit, 8  
data bits, and a Stop bit.  
Along with the data transfer line the RS-232 port includes signal  
lines, used to control the module.  
UART Frame  
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The data string has the following structure (in Hex):  
b1 b2 b3 E4h b5 E4h 0Dh 0Ah,  
where:  
b1 – type of measurement;  
b2 – sign of measurement (1 – minus, 2 – plus);  
b3 – LSB of result;  
b5 – MSB of result  
Result of measurement = MSB * 256 + LSB  
In both standard modes, when three parameters are measured, the  
module will generate three data sequences in one block, where  
the first one presents results of distance measurement, the second  
– results of azimuth measurement, the third – result of inclination  
measurement.  
The data string will look like:  
b1  
b7  
b2  
b8  
b3  
E4h b5  
E4h b11  
E4h b17  
E4h  
b9  
E4h  
b13 b14  
b15  
E4h 0Dh 0Ah  
Where bytes contain the following information:  
b1, b7, b13 – type of measurement  
b2, b8, b14 – sign of measurement (1 – minus, 2 – plus)  
b3 – LSB of the result for the first type of measurement  
b5 – MSB of the result for the first type of measurement  
b9 – LSB of the result for the second type of measurement  
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b11 – MSB of the result for the second type of measurement  
b15 – LSB of the result for the third type of measurement  
b17 – MSB of the result for the third type of measurement  
Marker E4h is used to separate numbers, 0Dh 0Ah – to separate  
data sets.  
Type of measurement (bytes b1, b7, b13) can have the following  
value:  
1 – Distance in meters  
2 – Distance in yards  
3 – Azimuth in degrees  
4 – Azimuth in mils  
5 – Elevation in degrees  
6 – Elevation in mils  
7 – Elevation in meters  
8 – Speed in km/h  
9 – Speed in MPH  
Additional communication features, for special  
orders only  
Module sends its menu status to the interface every time the  
“Mode” button is pressed.  
The mode state string has the following structure (in Hex):  
S1 S2 S3 S4 0Dh 0Ah,  
where  
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S1 – first symbol of the status menu  
S2 – second symbol of the status menu  
S3 – third symbol of the status menu or 21h  
S4 – 21h or 00h  
Examples of the LRF menu output:  
Output, Hex  
Output, ASCII  
LRF menu  
position  
53h 54h 31h 21h  
0Ah 0Dh  
ST1! <LF><CR>  
COD! <LF><CR>  
GAT! <LF><CR>  
REC! <LF><CR>  
CLR! <LF><CR>  
RDY! <LF><CR>  
Standard 1  
43h 4Fh 44h 21h  
0Ah 0Dh  
Code  
47h 41h 54h 21h  
0Ah 0Dh  
Gating  
Recall  
Clear  
52h 45h 43h 21h  
0Ah 0Dh  
43h 4Ch 52h 21h  
0Ah 0Dh  
52h 44h 59h 21h  
0Ah 0Dh  
Position  
Ready  
43h 31h 21h 00h  
0Ah 0Dh  
C1!  
Code 1  
<NUL><LF><CR>  
47h 31h 21h 00h  
0Ah 0Dh  
G1!  
Gating over  
100 m  
<NUL><LF><CR>  
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Output, Hex  
Output, ASCII  
C12! <LF><CR>  
G24! <LF><CR>  
LRF menu  
position  
43h 31h 32h 21h  
0Ah 0Dh  
Code 12  
47h 32h 34h 21h  
0Ah 0Dh  
Gating over  
2400 m  
Output connector pin layout and cable diagram  
By default for the output connector the module uses the  
connector as described in Specifications. This connector  
withstands high environmental loads and is designed for outdoor  
usage.  
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Figure 4. Cable diagram  
Connector and cable layout can be modified for specific  
customer needs.  
GPS interconnectivity  
The Modules can transmit the acquired data to a GPS receiver  
using the same output connector and the PLGR/DAGR protocol.  
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Another cable is required and can be supplied as an option.  
To work with GPS, perform the following steps:  
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Switch to PLGr mode;  
Choose either Std1 or Std2 measuring mode;  
Connect the unit to and the GPS unit with the cable.  
For each measurement the GPS unit will display the absolute  
coordinates of your target.  
Note: If the module is not set initially to the Std1or Std2 modes,  
GPS connection will not operate properly.  
Note: The GPS unit automatically adjusts coordinates to reflect  
actual magnetic declination. Therefore, coordinates  
displayed on the GPS may differ from those calculated by  
the computer.  
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8. 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 50oC  
(122oF).  
Do not touch optical surfaces by hands. 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.  
All repair works must be performed by an authorized  
service.  
Avoid access of direct sun light into eye-piece optics for  
more then 5 sec consistently.  
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9. TROUBLESHOOTING  
Ranging does not work. Display is transparent.  
Check the power supply.  
Ranging does not work. 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 other blemishes inherited from the manufacturing  
process. These flaws are strictly regulated by number, area  
and location and they do not degrade the product's  
measurement capabilities.  
Range measurement cannot be obtained.  
Make sure that neither your hand nor finger is blocking  
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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10. 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.  
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$35.00 to cover handling and return shipping.  
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11. 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  
all other countries:  
105 Sparks Ave., Toronto, ON  
M2H 2S5, CANADA  
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12. QUALITY CERTIFICATE  
MOD 4EC  
The unit has passed the quality inspection.  
Production date  
Serial number  
Quality Inspector  
Purchase date  
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NEWCON OPTIK2010  
 

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