414D/419D/424D Laser Distance Meter Users Manual June 2012 © 2012 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Each Fluke product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. The warranty period is three years and begins on the date of shipment. Parts, product repairs, and services are warranted for 90 days.
Table of Contents Title Page Introduction .................................................................................................................... How to Contact Fluke ..................................................................................................... Safety Information .......................................................................................................... Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ..................................................................
14D/419D/424D Users Manual Backlight (419D/424D) .............................................................................................. Keypad Lock (419D/424D) ........................................................................................ Compass (424D) ....................................................................................................... Compass Calibration.................................................................................................
List of Tables Table 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Title Page Symbols................................................................................................................................. Model Feature Comparison ................................................................................................... Units of Measurement ........................................................................................................... Estimated Values of Magnetic Field ...................................
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Laser Distance Meter Introduction How to Contact Fluke The Fluke 414D/419D/424D Laser Distance Meters (Meter or Product) are professional-grade laser distance meters. Use these Meters to quickly and accurately get the distance to a target, the area, and the volume measurements. To contact Fluke, call one of the following telephone numbers: This Meter is better than an ultrasonic device because it uses laser light waves and measures their reflection.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Safety Information A Warning identifies hazardous conditions and procedures that are dangerous to the user. A Caution identifies the conditions and procedures that can cause damage to the Product or cause permanent loss of data. W* Warning To prevent eye damage and personal injury, do not look into the laser. Do not point the laser directly at persons or animals or indirectly off reflective surfaces.
Laser Distance Meter Safety Information Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) The term "electromagnetic compatibility" identifies that the Product operates smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and electrostatic discharges are present and does not cause electromagnetic interference to other equipment. W Warning The Product conforms to the most stringent requirements of the relevant standards and regulations.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Laser Classification Laser Class 2 Products Integrated Distance Meter Do not stare into the laser beam or direct it towards other people unnecessarily. Eye protection is normally afforded by aversion responses including the blink reflex. The Meter produces a visible laser beam from the front of the Meter. Figure 1 shows the warning that is on the back of the Meter. It is a Class 2 laser product in accordance with IEC60825-1 : 2007 “Radiation safety of laser products.
Laser Distance Meter Features Features Table 2 is a list of features for the Meter by model. Table 2.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Before You Start 2 This section has basic information about the batteries and measurement reference point. It also describes the Meter keypad and display. Batteries Replace the batteries when blinks in the display. To install or replace the batteries: 1. Remove battery compartment lid. See Figure 2. 2. Attach the handstrap. 3. Install two AAA (LR03) batteries with the correct polarity. Note Do not use zinc-carbon batteries. 4. Close the battery compartment.
Laser Distance Meter Before You Start Multifunctional Endpiece 4 The 419D and 424D Meters adapt to multiple measurement situations with the multifunctional endpiece, see Figure 3: • For measurements from an edge, fold out the endpiece (90 °) until it locks into place. See Figure 4. • For measurements from a corner, fold out the endpiece (90 °) until it locks into place. Push the endpiece lightly to the right side to fold it out fully. See Figures 3 and 5.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Keypad Figure 6 shows the location of each function button on the keypad. 6 414D 419D 424D 1 1 1 3 2 4 3 9 8 12 9 8 7 4 11 13 5 14 10 11 6 5 6 10 5 6 gwo05.
Laser Distance Meter Before You Start Display Figure 7 shows the readout location on the display for each function. 7 414D 419D 14 14 3 2 1 8 3 1 2 8 19 4 9 3 1 8 4 19 15 9 10 10 4 424D 20 21 2 5 5 12 6 11 16 12 18 7 13 5 11 7 6 12 13 17 6 7 gwo06.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Button Functions Function Buttons Push : This section is about how to use the buttons and identifies when a function is model-dependent. When not identified, all models include the function. • 1x = Area 2x = Volume On/Off • • 3x = Pythagoras 1 • 4x = Pythagoras 2 Push to turn on the Meter and laser. The display shows the battery symbol until you push a different button. Push for 2 seconds to turn off the meter.
Laser Distance Meter Button Functions Units of Measurement Push : • 1x = Area • 2x = Volume • 2 seconds = 2nd Results Push and hold (414D) or (419D/424D) for 2 seconds to toggle between the units for distance measurements, see Table 3. Table 3. Units of Measurement 424D Only Push 414D : 419D/424D • 1x = Smart Horizontal Mode 0.000 m 0.000 m • 2x = Height Tracking 0 00″ 1/16* 0.0000 m • 3x = Leveling 0 in 1/16 0.00 m * Default 0.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Timer (419D/424D) Beeper (419D/424D) Fluke recommends that you use a time-delay for the most accurate measurements at long distances. This prevents Meter movement when you push . Push at the same time for 2 seconds to turn on and turn off the beeper. The display shows the status as or . To turn on the timer: Backlight (419D/424D) 1. Push 1x to turn on the 5-second timer. This is the default time interval to release the laser for a measurement.
Laser Distance Meter Button Functions Compass (424D) Compass Calibration The compass feature lets you know the view or direction as you make measurements. This is useful indoors to set the building plans in the correct direction. It is also useful to know the correct direction when you calculate the efficiency for a solar panel. Automatic Calibration Tips: When you turn on the compass, the Meter shows the calibration message: • Make sure that the endpiece is folded in.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Magnetic Declination 8 The difference between the north geographic pole and the north magnetic pole is known as magnetic declination, or more plainly, declination. The angle of declination is different at different locations on the earth. The geographic and magnetic poles are aligned so declination is minimal. From some locations, the angle between the two poles can be fairly large. Y 180° Z 180° X Table 4 is a list of the current angles of declination by location.
Laser Distance Meter Button Functions Table 4.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Clear Push : Push : • 1x = Clear last value • 1x = Measure from front • 2x = Measure from tripod screw • 2x = Clear all • 2 seconds = Turn off Meter Measurements with a Tripod Measurements with the 419D and 424D that use a tripod must have the tripod reference set. When set, shows on the display. • 3x = Measure from end Note The tripod mode overrides other reference points. The Meter stays in the tripod mode until you change to a different reference point.
Laser Distance Meter Measurements Measurements 10 The Meter measures the distance to a target, the area bounded by two distances, or the volume in three measurements. This manual identifies when a feature is model-dependent. When not identified, all models include the feature. Min. Max. Single Distance Measurement To measure distance: 1. Push to turn on the laser. 2. Push again to make the distance measurement. The measurement shows on the display.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Addition/Subtraction Area The Meter adds and subtracts a value to a single distance, area, and volume measurements. To measure area: 414D 1. Push 1x. The symbol appears in the display. 2. Push to make the first measurement (for example, length). 3. Push again to make the second measurement (for example, width). To add or subtract: 414D Push : • 1x = Add the next measurement • 2x = Subtract the next measurement 419D/424D To add or subtract: 1.
Laser Distance Meter Measurements Volume 414D To measure volume: 419D/424D To measure volume: 1. Push 2x. The s symbol appears in the display. 1. Push 2x. The symbol shows in the display. 2. 2. Push to make the first length measurement (for example, length). Push to make the first measurement (for example, length). 3. 3. Push again to make the second length measurement (for example, width). Push again to make the second measurement (for example, height). 4. 4.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Tilt (424D only) 11 Note The inclinometer senses tilts at 360 °. For tilt measurements, hold the Meter without a transverse tilt (±10 °). X Y Z Smart Horizontal Mode (424D only) Y X Z The Smart Horizontal mode (indirect horizontal distance) function lets you find a horizontal distance when the line-of-sight is blocked by an object or obstacle. See Figure 11 for more information. The tilt is continuously shown as ° or %.
Laser Distance Meter Measurements 5. Push at the top target. Height Tracking stops and the display shows the vertical distance between the two measured targets. See Figure 12 for more information. Note The minimum/maximum tracking is very helpful for 90 ° angle measurements. See page 17 for more information. 12 Leveling The Leveling function continuously shows the angle of the Meter. From an angle of ±5 °, the Meter starts to beep. As it gets near ±1 °, the Meter beeps faster. At ±0.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Tilt Sensor Calibration 4. Turn the Meter horizontally 180 ° on the same flat horizontal surface. 5. Push . To calibrate the tilt sensor: Push at the same time for 2 seconds. 1. The display shows message and the instructions for the first measurement. See Figure 13. 13 1 2 Sec. 6 2 4 3 7 8 Put the Meter on a flat horizontal surface. Push . The display shows the instructions for the subsequent measurement.
Laser Distance Meter Measurements Stake Out Measurement (419D/424D) 419D (1 Value) A specific distance can be set in the Meter and used to mark off defined measured lengths. An example of this application is in the construction of wooden frames. See Figure 14 for more information. To find stake out distances with 1 value: Note For best results, it is recommended to use the end reference point for a stake out measurement. See page 16 for more information. 1. Push 4x. shows on the display. 2.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual 424D (2 Values) 7. You can enter two different distances (a and b) into the Meter and use them to mark off measured lengths, for example, in the construction of wooden frames. The arrows in the display q indicate in which direction the Meter needs to be moved in order to achieve the defined distance (either a, or b). To find stake out distances with 2 values: 1. Push 4x. r shows in the display. 2.
Laser Distance Meter Measurements 15 Corner Angle Measurement (424D only) The Meter calculates the angles in a triangle with measurements from the three sides. As an example, use this function with a right-angle room corner. See Figure 15 for more information. 1 3 2 To make corner angle measurements: 1. Push 1x. (room corner) shows in the display. 2. Put marks for the reference points to the right and left (d1/d2) of the angle for measurement. 3.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Indirect Measurement The Meter can calculate distances with Pythagoras’ theorem. With this function, you can find a distance with two auxiliary measurements, such as building height or width measurements. It is helpful to use a tripod for a height measurement that uses two or three measurements. Note Make sure that you use the correct sequence of measurement: • All target points must be in a horizontal or vertical plane.
Laser Distance Meter Measurements To find a total distance with three measurements (Pythagoras 2): 1. Push 4x. shows on the display. 2. Point the laser at the first target (1). See Figure 17. 3. Push for the first distance (diagonal) measurement. 4. Point the laser at the second target (2). 5. Make sure that the Meter is perpendicular to the wall. 6. Push for the second distance. 7. Point the laser at the third (3) target. 8. Push for the third distance measurement.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual 419D/424D To find a distance with two measurements (Pythagoras 1): 7. Point the laser at the third (3) target. 8. Push for the third distance measurement. The Meter shows the result in the summary line. The measured distance to the subsequent measurement shows in the second line. 1. Push 1x. shows on the display. 2. Point the laser at the top point (1). See Figure 16. 3. Push . 4. Point the laser at the second target (2). 5.
Laser Distance Meter Memory (419D/424D) 6. Make sure that the Meter is perpendicular to the wall. 7. Push to trigger the bottom target (3) measurement. 3. The result is the partial vertical distance between target 1 and target 2. The third measurement shows in the secondary line. To delete: As an option, use the tracking mode on one or more targets. To use tracking mode: 1. Push and hold for 2 seconds to start tracking mode. 2.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual Message codes Table 5 is a list of all message codes that show on the display with InFo or Error. Table 5. Message Codes Code Cause 156 Transverse tilt greater than 10 ° Hold the Meter without a transverse tilt. 162 Calibration mistake Make sure that the device is on a horizontal and flat surface. Do the calibration procedure again. If the code continues, contact Fluke. 204 Calculation error Do the measurement again. 252 Temperature too high Let the Meter cool down.
Laser Distance Meter Specifications Specifications 414D 419D 424D Distance Measurement Typical Measurement Tolerance[1] ± 2.0 mm (± 0.08 in)[3] ± 1.0 mm (± 0.04 in)[3] Maximum Measurement Tolerance[2] ± 3.0 mm (± 0.12 in)[3] ± 2.0 mm (± 0.
414D/419D/424D Users Manual 414D 419D 424D General Laser class 2 Laser type 635 nm, <1 mW Protection class IP40 Automatic laser off 90 seconds Automatic power off 180 seconds Battery life (2 x AAA) up to 3,000 measurements up to 5,000 measurements Dimensions (H x W x L) 11.6 cm x 5.3 cm x 3.3 cm (4.6 in x 2.1 in x 1.3 in) 12.7 x 5.6 x 3.3 cm (5.0 in x 2.2 in x 1.
Laser Distance Meter Specifications 414D 419D Maximum relative humidity 85 % at 20 °F to 120 °F (-7 °C to 50 °C) Safety IEC/EN 61010-1:2001 424D IEC/EN 60825-1:2007 (Class 2) EMC EN 55022:2010 EN 61000-4-3:2010 EN 61000-4-8:2010 [1] Applies for 100 % target reflectivity (white painted wall), low background illumination, 25 °C. [2] Applies for 10 to 500 % target reflectivity, high background illumination, -10 °C to +50 °C. [3] Tolerances apply from 0.05 m to 10 m with a confidence level of 95 %.
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