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11 3D Disto, How to Use this Manual Available documentation Refer to the following resources for all 3D Disto documentation/software: • Leica 3D Disto Data CD • https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com myWorld@Leica Geosystems (https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com) offers a wide range of services, infor...

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3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations 14 2 Technical Terms and Abbreviations Line of sight Horizontal angle a) Line of sightb) Tilting axis, horizontal rotation axis of the instrument c) Standing axis, vertical rotation axis of the instrument  Line of sight, laser beam and crosshairs must be ...

3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations 16 Distances a) Perpendicular distance a) Tie distance b) Vertical distance = height difference c) Horizontal distance 3D Disto_018 a 3D Disto_019 c a b

17 3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations Areas Plumb up and horizon a) Tilted area, as measuredb) Horizontal area, calculated by 3D Disto b a 3D Disto_020 a) Plumb up : Point on the plumb line above the observer. b) Horizon : Plane/Line 90° to the plumb line. 3D Disto_014 a b

3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations 18 References a) Reference height : A level that all heights refer to. a) Reference point : A point that all dimensions and positions refer to. 3D Disto_021 0.00 -0.02 0.00 0.00 +2.10 +3.00 a 3D Disto_022 4.160 5.390 3.965 5.134 1.884 a

19 3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations a) Reference axis/line : A line that all dimensions refer to. 3D Disto_023 3.101 2.911 7.040 7.002 a

3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations 20 Tilt sensor The tilt sensor guarantees correct results even if the 3D Disto is not set up horizon-tally. Tilt sensor off = disabledAll measurement results relate to the tilted axis and horizon of the 3D Disto. Tilt sensor on = enabledAll measurement res...

21 3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations Viewfinder and crosshairs • Viewfinder is an integrated camera which shows the target on the Control Unit display. • Crosshairs is an aiming guide displayed in the Viewfinder on the Control Unit. a) Viewfinderb) Crosshairs S_3D Disto_002 a b

3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations 22 Secure Points Secure Points link measurements to a coordinate system . These reference points allow changing the 3D Disto’s location or continuing measurements at a later time, so that all measurements fit together perfectly.  Refer to "7.3 Locatio...

3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations 24 Measure Measurement results can be transferred to a connected PC or USB stick for post-processing. 3D Disto_045 CAD

3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations 26 Ruler for offset points The ruler for offset points is an accessory to measure inaccessible or hidden points. a) Ruler for offset points 3D Disto_035 a ?

27 3D Disto, Description of the System 3 Description of the System 3.1 General 3D Disto System Information General information Leica Geosystems’ 3D Disto is a three-dimensional measuring and projection system to measure points in a room from one setup position and that generates 3D data – ready to u...

3D Disto, Description of the System 28 3.2 Container Contents Container contents, part 1 of 2 a) 3D Disto with built-in SD WLAN cardb) USB connection cable 3D Disto to the Control UnitPower cable 3D Disto to the Control UnitMicro-USB cable for PC c) Data CDSafety Instructions Manual,3D Disto Quick S...

29 3D Disto, Description of the System Container contents, part 2 of 2 i) Ruler for offset points j) 3D Disto power supply k) Control Unit with stylus, tripod clamp and hand strap i j 3D Disto_003 k

3D Disto, Description of the System 30 3.3 Instrument Components 3.3.1 3D Disto Instrument components, motor-driven part a) LEDs for 3D Disto statusb) ON/OFF buttonc) Grips to hold the instrument d) Infrared (IR) interfacee) WLAN interfacef) Laser distance metre with Viewfinder g) Circular bubble a ...

31 3D Disto, Description of the System Instrument component, battery socket a) Tripod thread 5/8”b) 90° markingc) Power supply connector for 3D Disto d) LED for battery statuse) Data cable connector f) Power supply connector to Control Unit 3D Disto_005 d c e f b b a

3D Disto, Description of the System 32 Description of buttons and LEDs Button/LEDs Description ON/OFF button Button to turn instrument ON or OFF. Instrument turns OFF after 15 minutes if not connected to the Control Unit or PC. LEDs for 3D Disto status • Green and orange LEDs lights up continuously:...

33 3D Disto, Description of the System LED for battery status If instrument is on and connected to the charger:• Green LED flashes 1x: Battery is charged to 25 %. • Green LED flashes 2x: Battery is charged to 50 %. • Green LED flashes 3x: Battery is charged to 75 %. • Green LED is on: Battery is ful...

3D Disto, Description of the System 34 3.3.2 Control Unit Control Unit components a) ON/OFF buttonb) Stylusc) Display, 4.8" touch screen d) Power supply connectore) USB Port, type Af) Tripod clamp, extendable g) Hand straph) Micro-USB port, type Micro-B a b c de f g h 3D Disto_006

35 3D Disto, Description of the System 3.3.3 RM100 Remote Control Remote Control components a) Key ringb) Battery compartmentc) Dist button d) Navigation buttons: Up/down/right/left e) Control LED RM100 a c b d e 3D Disto_007

3D Disto, Description of the System 36 3.4 Power Supply 3.4.1 3D Disto 3D Disto power supply Power for the instrument can be supplied either internally or externally:• Internal : by battery socket, with non-removable Li-Ion batteries, 14.4 V, 63 Wh. • External : Power supply for 3D Disto connected b...

39 3D Disto, Description of the System 3.4.3 RM100 Remote Control RM100 Remote Control power supply The RM100 is equipped with one AA alkaline battery, 1.5 V. 1. Push the battery cover in the direction of the arrow to open the battery compartment. 2. Replace the battery and refit the battery cover. ...

3D Disto, Description of the System 40 3.5 Software Concept 3D Disto system software The 3D Disto software includes the central functions of the instrument:• Several languages are integrated into this software. The preferred operating language can be chosen during the first setup or in the Setting m...

41 3D Disto, Description of the System Demo mode The available application programs can be tested by activating the Demo mode. This provides full software performance for 40 working hours. A pop-up reminds the user when the Demo mode expires. To enable the application programs in Demo mode, carry ou...

43 3D Disto, Description of the System Variations in 3D Disto Windows Software 1. Install 3D Disto software on your PC.2. Start your internet browser and go to the MyWorld homepage. Register your product by entering the equipment number. 3. Choose the MyProduct page and press the download key for li...

45 3D Disto, Description of the System Software update 1. Press and connect the Control Unit to the PC by Micro-USB cable.  Ensure the Control Unit battery is fully charged before starting the software update to avoid data loss. Do not disconnect from PC before download has finished. Please save an...

47 3D Disto, User Interface 4 User Interface 4.1 Control Unit User input The 4.8" touch screen display is the main control device for the 3D Disto.It is used to navigate within the different applications and menus as well to control the 3D Disto. Certain functions can also be executed using the ...

3D Disto, User Interface 48 4.1.1 Screen  All shown screens are examples. It is possible that local software versions vary from the standard version. Screen a) Result window with result choice key b) Title bar with Home keyc) Toolbar d) 3D Disto positione) Sketch area/Viewfinderf) Status bar g) Zoo...

3D Disto, User Interface 50 Toolbar Contains application-specific tool keys. Status bar Displays status of scale/zoom, connections, batteries, time, running function mode, assistant support. Hourglass appears in case a process is running. For example while self-levelling, measurement, saving or expo...

51 3D Disto, User Interface 4.1.2 Main Operation Bar Main operation bar description Key Description Opens the menu to start applications or to define settings. Starts measurement or layout of points. Opens, closes and locks Viewfinder.

57 3D Disto, User Interface 4.2 RM100 Remote Control Description The RM100 Remote Control (IR) has five buttons that allow turning the 3D Disto and executing a distance measurement or point projection, depending on the application program running.  The RM100 Remote Control does not support the Tool...

3D Disto, Instrument Setup 58 5 Instrument Setup 5.1 Start-up Procedure  Charging / first-time use• For all batteries • The battery must be charged prior to first use because it is delivered with as low an energy content as possible. • The permissible temperature range for charging is between 0°C a...

3D Disto, Instrument Setup 62 11. Choose a connection option: • 3D Disto connected via USB cable,• 3D Disto connected via WLAN, • 3D Disto not connected,• PC connected via USB cable. 10. The following screen opens:

3D Disto, Instrument Setup 64  Caution For advanced users only: If the tilt sensor is OFF the system does not compensate the tilt of the 3D Disto. All results that refer to a physically horizontal plane, for example tilt, height differences, horizontal distances, angles, areas, or volumes, now refe...

65 3D Disto, Instrument Setup 5.2 Assistant  There is an assistant available that will guide you through all measurement tasks with illustrated pop-ups. If not needed, it can be deactivated in Menu » Settings » Assis- tant .

67 3D Disto, Instrument Setup 5.3 Device Configuration and Menu Settings Device configuration

69 3D Disto, Instrument Setup Menu settings Press Menu » Settings , the following options appear:

71 3D Disto, Instrument Setup 5.4 Data Management 5.4.1 General File Manager The File Manager handles the entire data administration of measurement files, photos, Secure Points, and data transfer.

73 3D Disto, Instrument Setup 5.4.2 File Manager Description To start, press Menu » File Manager . All files are displayed with individual icons to differentiate the type of meas-urement files:  For some applications the File Manager will be started automatically. Key Description Key Description St...

3D Disto, Instrument Setup 74 5.4.3 Photo and Secure Points Administration Description Photos and Secure Points are stored in separate folders.

3D Disto, Instrument Setup 76 5.4.4 Data Transfer  Other USB memory sticks may be used, but Leica Geosystems recommends Leica industrial grade USB memory sticks and cannot be held responsible for data loss or any other error that may occur when using a non-Leica USB memory stick. Data import It is ...

79 3D Disto, Instrument Setup USB Stick 1. For import from USB stick, plug stick into your PC and save DXF files in the Import folder on the USB stick. Disconnect USB stick from your PC. 3. Open File Manager. Press . Choose the file and press . 4. When finished, unplug USB stick. Variations in 3D Di...

81 3D Disto, Instrument Setup USB Stick 2. Open File Manager, choose a folder or file and press . 3. Press in the pop-up. 4. When finished, unplug USB stick. Variations in 3D Disto Windows Software 1. Open File Manager, choose a file and press . 2. Export data is transferred to the Export folder in ...

3D Disto, Instrument Setup 82 5.4.5 Exported files Exported files A key press on generates a package of export files for documentation purposes or post processing:• scaled 2D DXF drawing for documentation and print out including project infor-mation, all measurements and different perspectives • DXF...

83 3D Disto, Instrument Setup 5.5 Calculator Using calculator 1. Tap on the result in the result window to start the calculator.

85 3D Disto, Operation 6 Operation 6.1 Measurements Description The 3D Disto is a combination of a precise laser distance metre (LDM) and angle encoders. Targeting with the visible red laser beam allows measurement of the distance between the 3D Disto and the target and of horizontal and vertical di...

3D Disto, Operation 86 6.2 Viewfinder Description The 3D Disto has an integrated camera. It is accessible by and it shows the camera image directly on the Control Unit display. The crosshairs in the Viewfinder image allow precise targeting and measuring even if the laser beam is not visible, for exa...

87 3D Disto, Operation Example of a Viewfinder screen, first and second Toolbar shown:

91 3D Disto, Operation 6.3 Measurement Workflow Description The Measure application allows determination of horizontal distances, tie distances, height differences, heights, angles, areas, volumes, slopes, or perimeters indoors but also outdoors on buildings and sites. Measurements step-by-step 3D D...

97 3D Disto, Operation 6.4 Touch Screen in Sketch Area Selection of elements Any element can be selected by fingertip or by stylus. Polygons that consist of added or subtracted lines cannot be selected by direct touch. Line drawing between arbitrary points This is a feature to determine results, not...

99 3D Disto, Operation 6.5 Addition and Subtraction  During and after measuring you can add or subtract selected elements.The following values can be added:• Horizontal distances • Tie distances • Heights (in certain cases) Area and volume results can be added or subtracted by using the memory func...

3D Disto, Operation 102 6.6 Area & Volume Calculations Description The 3D Disto can also help determine areas and volumes. Both can be determined during or after measuring. 1. Press and choose .  Each area can be managed in both the Horizontal Area or Tilted Area application. 2. A pop-up offers...

103 3D Disto, Operation 6.6.1 Horizontal Areas/Volumes Calculation during measurement step-by-step 1. Either select start point in sketch area or open Viewfinder if sketch is empty. 2. Target and measure a point with . Viewfinder is closed and point displayed in sketch. 3. Press and measure next poi...

3D Disto, Operation 104 OR: 8. Cancel : the result is an area. 9. To change the height or to calculate the volume with a selected area press and proceed as described in steps 3. to 4. Calculation after measurement step-by-step 1. Select line to be added to area and press . 2. Proceed that way for al...

105 3D Disto, Operation 6.6.2 Tilted Areas Description • This option offers the same functionality as the Horizontal Area application but the results differ. • The results window shows the tilted area, tie distances, tilt perimeter, and tilt of the plane. • An arrow in the tilted area shows the tilt...

3D Disto, Software Applications 106 7 Software Applications 7.1 Overview Description There are a variety of software application programs available addressing a wide spectrum of construction tasks and facilitating daily work. • Tools : Software license protected application featuring a Tool Kit with...

107 3D Disto, Software Applications 7.2 Tool Kit General In addition to the standard applications this program features: The Tool Kit applications offer quick, precise and easy-to-use tools for plumbing, metre marks, heights, and parallels. After each layout task the respective tool has to be restar...

3D Disto, Software Applications 108 7.2.1 Comfort Plumbing Description Comfort plumbing allows plumbing any point up or down without standing above it. This tool can be very helpful for installation of drywall. 3D Disto_038

109 3D Disto, Software Applications Comfort plumbing step-by-step 1. Start application in Menu » Applications » Tool Kit . 2. An empty sketch opens. The running application stays open in the background. 3. Press on the Toolbar. 4. Viewfinder opens. Target and measure the point to be plumbed. Press ....

3D Disto, Software Applications 110 7.2.2 Comfort Targeting Description Comfort targeting allows laying out a point relative to a reference point on vertical surfaces. This tool can be very helpful to install lights or pictures at regular distances on walls.  Use this feature only on vertical surfa...

3D Disto, Software Applications 112 7.2.3 Comfort Level Description Comfort levelling keeps the laser point at the same level when you turn the 3D Disto horizontally. This tool can be very helpful for the installation of suspended ceilings or to mount pictures at the same height on walls.

113 3D Disto, Software Applications Comfort levelling step-by-step 1. Start application in Menu » Applications » Tool Kit . 2. The running application stays open in the background. 3. Press on the Toolbar. 4. Viewfinder opens. Target reference height on the wall. Press . 5. Viewfinder stays open. Ro...

3D Disto, Software Applications 114 7.2.4 Metre Mark Description The Metre Mark tool refers to a metre mark or reference height and allows laying out any desired height. This tool can be very helpful to mark the metre mark at several places in a room or lay out heights on several building levels.

3D Disto, Software Applications 116 7.2.5 Height Tracking Description Height Tracking allows determination of the height of a target that cannot be meas- ured directly. This tool can be very helpful for measuring the height of a tree or power lines. 3D Disto_035 H Ref

117 3D Disto, Software Applications Height tracking step-by-step 1. Start application in Menu » Applications » Tool Kit . 2. Press on the Toolbar. 3. Viewfinder opens. Target and measure a reference point at the same horizontal distance as the point you would like to measure indirectly. 4. Viewfinde...

3D Disto, Software Applications 118 7.2.6 Parallel Line Description Parallel line allows laying out lines parallel to a reference line on walls, floors, or tilted surfaces. This tool can be very helpful to align tiles or drywall profiles.

3D Disto, Software Applications 120 7.3 Location Description The Location functions allow to change the position of the 3D Disto. Secure Points are placed by the user and make the positioning procedure easy. Secure Location step-by-step If you want to continue a measurement in the same room at a lat...

123 3D Disto, Software Applications 5. Press to confirm point. 6. Viewfinder opens. Target the target mark shown in the photo as precisely as possible and press . 7. If successful, pop-up appears Measure next Secure Point? Yes/Cancel . 4. If Secure Points are available, folder opens. Choose a Secure...

3D Disto, Software Applications 126 7.4 Room Scan General This application program measures room dimensions, including details. For these measurements several additional features are available:• Reference height • Automated scans • Single point measurement (points without line connection) • Coordina...

3D Disto, Software Applications 128 7.4.1 Manual Measurement Manual measurement step-by-step 1. Press Menu » Applications » Room Scan . 3. Viewfinder opens. Target the reference height and press . 2. Pop-up prompts to enter and measure reference height. Enter the value and press OK .

3D Disto, Software Applications 130 7.4.2 Unfold Mode Description Room Scan allows switching the view in the sketch area from foot print to unfold mode/face mode. This option is active when a line is selected. Unfold mode step-by-step 1. Select a horizontal line between two points. 2. Press . Sketch...

131 3D Disto, Software Applications 3. All measured points on the vertical plane are displayed.4. To measure details or wall dimensions proceed as described in "6.3 Measurement Workflow". 5. When measurements are finished, switch to foot print view by pressing again to unlock.  An automatic...

3D Disto, Software Applications 132 7.4.3 CAD tools Overview CAD tools is a set of drawing functions. They appear as a submenu after a long tap on a line or point, like below: The menu might vary from context. If activated, the drawing icon is active in the status bar. The following tools are availa...

3D Disto, Software Applications 134 Circle tool The circle tool’s purpose is mainly to draw a circle on points like sockets or holes. 1. Target and measure a point and activate circle function by a long tap on the point in the sketch area. The CAD tools menu opens. Select Circle . Pop-up opens. Ente...

135 3D Disto, Software Applications 3. To clear the circle, enter 0 as value for diameter or press . 4. The results window contains radius, circumference and size of the circle. 2. Enter the value and press OK . Circle is drawn around the chosen point.

3D Disto, Software Applications 136 Rectangle tool This tool only works when changing the perspective to unfold mode/face mode and allows measurement of a diagonal and generation of a rectangle, for example to measure windows. 1. Press to change perspective to face view. 2. Measure 1 st and 2 nd poi...

137 3D Disto, Software Applications Line Intersection Tool The Line Intersection tool finds the intersecting point between two lines.  Intersection location is computed two-dimensionally in the X-Y plane. Intersection point height is computed by extrapolation of the 1 st line. 1. Target and measure...

3D Disto, Software Applications 138 4. To cancel, press . After was pressed, the intersection point is generated and the connecting lines to the existing points are added. 3. Select a second line. The intersection point is proposed once a line is chosen:

139 3D Disto, Software Applications Line Extension Tool The Line Extension tool expands a line by a manually entered distance value.  Line Extension end-point is computed as the 3-dimensional extrapolation of the selected line. 1. Target and measure two points or select an existing line. Activate t...

3D Disto, Software Applications 140 4. To cancel, press . After was pressed, the new point is generated and the connecting line to the previous point is added. 3. The Line Extension end-point is proposed:

3D Disto, Software Applications 142 4. To cancel, press . Press to continue. 3. The length shifted point is proposed:

143 3D Disto, Software Applications 5. Assistant and pop-up ask for the direction angle for the offset. Press OK . Enter a value and press OK .

3D Disto, Software Applications 144 7. To cancel, press . Press to continue. 6. The angle for offset direction is proposed:

147 3D Disto, Software Applications Perpendicular Intersection Tool The Perpendicular Intersection tool finds the perpendicular projection of a point on the selected line.  Intersection location is computed two-dimensionally in the X-Y plane. Intersection point height is computed by extrapolation o...

149 3D Disto, Software Applications 7.4.4 Automated Scans Description This tool executes automated horizontal, vertical and slope profile measurements and surface scans. Scanning, Start step-by-step 1. Press to start scan. Horizontal scan, step-by-step 2. Pop-up offers line scans and surface scans. ...

151 3D Disto, Software Applications 9. Press OK . Scan starts. Toolbar changes. 10. Press to start the camera. Press again to unlock. 11. Press to change scan spacing, skip the rest of the scan, continue scan, or cancel scan. 12. Press to skip a scan point that you do not need or that causes problem...

153 3D Disto, Software Applications Vertical scan,step-by-step 2. Press for vertical line scan. 3. Viewfinder opens to target and measure start point. 1. Press to select line scans. Pop-up prompts scan types. 4. Pop-up prompts to choose scan orientation: Perpendicular to wall or Free .

3D Disto, Software Applications 154 • Perpendicular to wall 1. 3D Disto measures the surface around the measured start point automatically. Await the next pop-up. 3. If you choose from ... to , Viewfinder opens to measure end point before spacing can be defined. Press . 4. 3D Disto starts scan at th...

3D Disto, Software Applications 156 Slope scan, step-by-step 2. Viewfinder opens to measure start point. Target and press . 3. Target scan end and press . 4. Proceed as described in "Horizontal scan, step-by-step". 1. Press to select line scans. Pop-up prompts scan types. Select for slope li...

157 3D Disto, Software Applications Surface scan,step-by-step 1. Press for surface scan.  4. The Viewfinder opens for measurements to define the scan area: • horizontal & vertical scan: measure 2 edges (3 points). The area is completed automatically • slope scan: measure the borders of the scan...

159 3D Disto, Software Applications 7.5 Projector General This application projects points or geometrical grids onto a horizontal, vertical, or sloped (= “free”) plane. Design data in DXF or table format can be imported or a grid’s geometry can be entered manually. Projecting grid points is ideal wh...

3D Disto, Software Applications 160 7.5.1 Workflow Projector, Start 3. The Viewfinder opens to measure the working area. Measuring the Working Area 1. Measure all important objects you want to consider (edges, corners, etc.) 2. If is enabled, press this key to close the outline. Then measure further...

3D Disto, Software Applications 162 • Measure : follow the guided workflow to lock onto an existing grid. This option skips the following step Adjustment . • Import mode 1. Press to start Import mode. 2. The file manager displays all imported DXF and CSV files. Select a file. Press if you want to ch...

165 3D Disto, Software Applications Point projection 1. In layout mode the Toolbar changes and you can start to project the grid. Use the arrow keys to select a point and press .  Porous, structured or rough surfaces cause problems if the laser beam cannot reflect off the exact position of the layo...

3D Disto, Software Applications 166 2. Laser point flashes if the exact position is found. Point is highlighted in red in sketch area. To layout further points select another point and press . 3. Press to go back to the Aligner tool. 4. Press to save the file. Plane Switching  If a point can not be...

167 3D Disto, Software Applications 7.5.2 Targeting and Layout with RM100 Remote Control Description The functionality of the RM100 Remote Control is the same as in the other applica-tions. The RM100 Remote Control only works if the Control Unit is ON - otherwise measurement errors cannot be display...

3D Disto, Error Messages 168 8 Error Messages Error messages and advice Error no. Advice 150 Working range was exceeded. 151 Invalid measurement. 152 Change 3D Disto's position or use ruler for offset points. 160 Repeat and do not move the ruler between both measurements. 161 In some cases the Offse...

171 3D Disto, Check & Adjust 9 Check & Adjust 9.1 Overview Description Leica Geosystems instruments are manufactured, assembled and adjusted to the best possible quality and precision. Quick temperature changes, shock or stress can cause deviations and decrease the instrument accuracy. It is...

173 3D Disto, Check & Adjust 9.2 Crosshairs Offset Problem The laser point and the crosshairs in the Viewfinder do not coincide. Before calibration: After calibration: a) Crosshairsb) Laser spot 3D Disto_029 a b 3D Disto_030

177 3D Disto, Check & Adjust 9.4 Tilt Sensor Calibration Problem A tilt sensor error has the same impact as the V-index error but is orientation-dependent. This can be detected when the heights or height differences of measured points appear incorrect, for example Go to Horizon turn command or p...

179 3D Disto, Check & Adjust 9.5 Reset to Factory Settings Reset to factory settings step-by-step 1. Press . 2. Pop-up appears Reset all calibration settings to factory default? Yes/No . 3. If Yes : all user-defined calibration settings are reset to factory default without further request.

3D Disto, Instrument Protection (Theft Protection) 180 10 Instrument Protection (Theft Protection) Description The instrument can be protected by a P ersonal I dentification N umber. If the PIN protection is activated, the Control Unit will always prompt for a PIN code entry after starting up. If th...

3D Disto, Care and Transport 182 11 Care and Transport 11.1 Transport Transport in the field When transporting the equipment in the field, always make sure that you• either carry the product in its original transport container, • or carry the tripod with its legs splayed across your shoulder, keepin...

183 3D Disto, Care and Transport 11.2 Storage Product Respect the temperature limits when storing the equipment, particularly in summer if the equipment is inside a vehicle. Refer to "13 Technical Data" for information about temperature limits. Field adjustment After long periods of storage ...

3D Disto, Care and Transport 184 11.3 Cleaning and Drying Lens and housing of 3D Disto • Blow dust off lens and housing. • Never touch the glass with your fingers. • Use only a clean, soft, lint-free cloth for cleaning. If necessary, moisten the cloth with water or pure alcohol. Do not use other liq...

185 3D Disto, Safety Directions 12 Safety Directions 12.1 General Description The following directions should enable the person responsible for the product, and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards. The person responsible for the product must ensure...

3D Disto, Safety Directions 186 12.2 Intended Use Permitted use • 3D measuring of distance, heights, grades, angles, area, and volume. • Manual and automatic measurement of room dimensions. • Automatic measurement of profiles. • Laying out points and designs, for example from blueprint. • Generation...

3D Disto, Safety Directions 188 12.3 Limits of Use Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation: not suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments.  Danger Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardou...

189 3D Disto, Safety Directions 12.4 Responsibilities Manufacturer of the product Leica Geosystems AG, CH-9435 Heerbrugg, hereinafter referred to as Leica Geosys-tems, is responsible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in a completely safe condition. Manufa...

3D Disto, Safety Directions 190 12.5 Hazards of Use  Warning The absence of instruction, or the inadequate imparting of instruction, can lead to incorrect or adverse use, and can give rise to accidents with far-reaching human, material, financial and environmental consequences. Precautions: All use...

3D Disto, Safety Directions 194 12.6 Laser Classification Integrated distance metre The Leica 3D Disto produces a visible laser beam which emerges from the front of the instrument. It is a Class 2 laser product in accordance with:• IEC60825-1: 2007 "Radiation safety of laser products" Laser ...

3D Disto, Safety Directions 196 12.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Description The term Electromagnetic Compatibility is taken to mean the capability of the product to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and elec-trostatic discharges are present, and without causi...

3D Disto, Safety Directions 198  Warning If the product is operated with connecting cables attached at only one of their two ends, for example external supply cables, interface cables, the permitted level of electromagnetic radiation may be exceeded and the correct functioning of other products may...

199 3D Disto, Safety Directions 12.8 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S.  Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-e...

201 3D Disto, Safety Directions Labelling 3D Disto 3D Disto_042 Equi.No.: 123456789012 S/N: 12345678 12345678 SWISS Technology by Leica Geosystems Art.No.: 772171 Power: 24V / 2.5AIC: 3177A-3DDISTO FCC ID: RFF-3DDISTOPatents: WO 9427164, WO 0216964, WO 03008909, WO 0244754, EP 1195617, WO 9818019 ww...

203 3D Disto, Safety Directions 12.9 Conformity to National Regulations Conformity to National Regulations • FranceConcerning European Economic Area: The use of this WLAN product (or the WLAN function of this product) is restricted to only indoor use in France. • JapanThis device has been granted a ...

205 3D Disto, Technical Data 13 Technical Data Accuracy tie distance (3D) Angle measure-ment (Hz/V) Characteristics laser distance metre Tilt sensor @ 10 m @ 30 m @ 50 m Combination of angle and distance measurement ca. 1 mm ca. 2 mm ca. 4 mm Working range: Horizontal 360°, Vertical 250° Accuracy: 5...

209 3D Disto, Technical Data Humidity RM100 Remote Control Type Protection 3D Disto Max. 85 % r.h non condensing Control Unit Max. 85 % r.h non condensing Range: 25 m (depending on environment and operation condi-tions) Communication: Infrared (IR) Battery 1 AA, 1.5 V

3D Disto, International Limited Warranty, Software License Agreement 212 GNU public license Parts of the 3D Disto software are developed under GPL (GNU public license). The corresponding licenses can be found on the 3D Disto documentation CD in the direc-tory GPL licenses. For obtaining more informa...

3D Disto, Index 214 Components 3D Disto ........................................................ 30Control Unit ................................................... 34RM100 Remote Control .................................. 35 Configuration ...................................................... 67Cont...

217 3D Disto, Index Setup .................................................................. 58Sketch area ......................................................... 48Slopes ......................................................... 91, 127Snap Radius ....................................................