Leica DISTO™ A6 The original laser distance meter
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User Manual Version 1.1 Inserting / replacing Batteries English See figure {C} - Open the positioning bracket. Remove the locking clip and slide the endpiece down. Slide the red locking mechanism to the side and open the battery compartment. Insert new or replace used batteries. Close battery cover, reinsert the endpiece and fix locking clip. The battery symbol {B, 21} appears permanently blinking in the display when the battery voltage is too low. The batteries should be replaced as soon as possible.
D GB F I E P NL DK S N FIN J push to the right the bracket can be turned further. See figure {D and F}. A built-in sensor automatically detects the orientation of the positioning bracket and calculates the corresponding distances accordingly. Integrated telescopic viewfinder The integrated bubble level allows simple horizontal levelling of the instrument.
Distance 0' 0'' 1/32 0.0 in 0 1/32 in Menu functions Presettings The menu allows selection of the settings that will remain in memory after the instrument is switched off. Area 0.00 ft² 0.00 ft² 0.00 ft² Volume 0.00 ft³ 0.00 ft³ 0.00 ft³ An offset automatically adds or subtracts a value to/ from ALL measurements. With this feature tolerances can be taken into consideration e.g. between unfinished and finished dimensions.
D GB F I E P NL DK S N FIN J CN RC ROK Reset Measuring reference When you select the menu function RESET ("rESET" will blink in the display) and press the EQUAL-key {A, 5} twice the device will default to factory settings. CAUTION: Any customized presettings as well as stored values will be deleted. If the positioning bracket is folded out, the device recognizes the position, adapts the reference and calculates distances accordingly. The default reference setting is from the rear of the instrument.
area function. The corresponding symbol appears in the display. When both measurements have been taken the result will be automatically calculated and displayed in the main line. Press the AREA/VOLUME - key {A, 6} longer to calculate the circumference {B, 3}. Press the AREA/ VOLUME - key {A, 6} longer again to return to the previous area measurement. If you want to measure another area, press AREA/ VOLUME - key {A, 6} again. (maximum values) or horizontal distances (minimum values).
D GB F I E P NL DK S N FIN J CN RC ROK PL H RUS partial distances with the same method. The volume result is shown as usual in the main line. Volume Press the AREA/VOLUME - key {A, 6} twice for the volume function. The corresponding symbol appears in the display. When 3 measurements have been taken the result will be automatically calculated and displayed in the main line.
to be measured will flash in the display. Take the necessary measurements. The result and the single measurements appear on the display. CAUTION: Right angle is necessary between the second measurement and the resulting distance. We recommend to press the DIST - key {A, 1} longer to activate the perpendicular (min.) measuring function. the perpendicular (min.) measuring function.
D GB F I E P NL DK S N FIN J CN RC ROK PL H RUS displayed. In such a case, enter the code 0000 into your Pocket PC/PC. Timer Press and hold TIMER - key {A, 4} until desired time delay has been reached (5 - 60 seconds). Press DIST - key {A, 1}. Once the key is released the remaining seconds until measurement are displayed. The last 5 seconds are counted down with a beep. After the last beep the measurement is taken. Switching off BLUETOOTH® BLUETOOTH® switches off as soon as the DISTO™ is switched off.
ware and offers no support for it. Leica Geosystems accepts no liability whatsoever arising from the use of the free software and is not obliged to provide corrections nor to develop updates or upgrades. repeat the measurement and then transmit it. Selecting particular values in the display You can find numerous commercial vendors of software for a wide range of applications on our homepage. By using the Min. / Max. function particular measurements can be selected for transmission.
D GB InFo 255 F I E P 256 257 260 NL DK Error Cause Receiver signal too weak, measurement time too long, distance > 100 m Received signal too powerful Wrong measurement, ambient brightness too high Laser beam interrupted Remedy Use target plate Cause Hardware error Remedy Switch on/off the device several times and check if the symbol still appears. If so please call your dealer for assistance. S N FIN J CN RC ROK PL H RUS CZ Ø laser spot (at distance) Autom. switch off laser Autom.
IP rating Dimension Weight (with batteries) Temperature range: Storage Operating IP 54 splash proof, dust proof 148 x 64 x 36 mm 270 g D Measuring Conditions GB Measuring Range -25°C to +70°C (-13°F to +158°F) -10°C to +50°C (-14°F to +122°F) * maximum deviation occurs under unfavourable conditions such as bright sunlight or when measuring to poorly reflecting or very rough surfaces. For distances over 30 m the maximum deviation may increase to a maximum of ± 10 mm.
D GB F I E P NL DK S N Care Do not immerse the unit in water. Wipe off dirt with a damp, soft cloth. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or solutions. Treat the optical surfaces with the same care that you would apply to eyeglasses and cameras. Warranty The Leica DISTO™ A6 comes with a three* year warranty from Leica Geosystems AG. More detailed information can be found at: www.disto.com All illustrations, descriptions and technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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