Fluke 419D, 424D Operating Manual

414D, 419D, 424D
Laser Distance Meter
Users Manual
June 2012, Rev. 1, 7/16 © 2012-2016 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
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Table of Contents

Title Page
Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1
How to Contact Fluke ..................................................................................................... 1
Safety Information .......................................................................................................... 2
Features ......................................................................................................................... 4
Before You Start ............................................................................................................. 5
Batteries .................................................................................................................... 5
Multifunctional Endpiece ............................................................................................ 6
Keypad ...................................................................................................................... 7
Display ....................................................................................................................... 8
Button Functions ............................................................................................................ 9
On/Off ........................................................................................................................ 9
Basics ........................................................................................................................ 9
Units of Measurement ............................................................................................... 10
Timer (419D/424D) .................................................................................................... 11
Beeper (419D/424D) ................................................................................................. 11
Backlight (419D/424D) .............................................................................................. 11
Keypad Lock (419D/424D) ........................................................................................ 11
Compass (424D) ....................................................................................................... 12
Compass Calibration ................................................................................................. 12
Automatic Calibration ............................................................................................ 12
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Manual Calibration ............................................................................................... 12
Magnetic Declination ............................................................................................ 13
Clear ......................................................................................................................... 15
Measurements with a Tripod ..................................................................................... 15
Reference Point ........................................................................................................ 15
Measurements ............................................................................................................... 16
Single Distance Measurement .................................................................................. 16
Minimum/Maximum Tracking .................................................................................... 16
Addition/Subtraction .................................................................................................. 17
Area .......................................................................................................................... 18
Volume ...................................................................................................................... 18
Tilt (424D only) .......................................................................................................... 19
Smart Horizontal Mode (424D only) ..................................................................... 19
Height Tracking (424D only) ................................................................................. 20
Leveling ................................................................................................................ 20
Tilt Sensor Calibration .......................................................................................... 21
Stake Out Measurement (419D/424D) ...................................................................... 22
Corner Angle Measurement (424D only) .................................................................. 24
Indirect Measurement ............................................................................................... 25
Memory (419D/424D) .................................................................................................... 29
Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 29
Message codes ............................................................................................................. 30
Specifications ................................................................................................................ 31
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Introduction

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.
This Meter is better than an ultrasonic device because it uses laser light waves and measures their reflection. The Meter includes:
Most advanced technology for distance
measurements
More accurate measurement
Longer measurement distance – model dependent
This manual identifies when a feature is model-dependent. If not identified, all models include the feature.

How to Contact Fluke

To contact Fluke, call one of the following telephone numbers:
Technical Support USA: 1-800-44-FLUKE
(1-800-443-5853)
Calibration/Repair USA: 1-888-99-FLUKE
(1-888-993-5853)
Canada: 1-800-36-FLUKE (1-800-363-5853)
Europe: +31 402-675-200
Japan: +81-3-3434-0181
Singapore: +65-6799-5566
Anywhere in the world: +1-425-446-5500
Or, visit Fluke's website at www.fluke.com.
To register your product, visit http://register.fluke.com.
To view, print, or download the latest manual supplement, visit http://us.fluke.com/usen/support/manuals.
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Safety Information

A Warning identifies hazardous conditions and procedures that are dangerous to the user.
W* Warning
To prevent eye damage and personal injury:
Read all safety information before you use the
Product.
Carefully read all instructions.
Use the Product only as specified, or the
protection supplied by the Product can be compromised.
Do not use the Product around explosive gas,
vapor, or in damp or wet environments.
Do not use the Product if it operates incorrectly.
Do not use the Product if it is damaged.
Disable the Product if it is damaged.
Do not look into the laser. Do not point the laser
directly at persons or animals or indirectly off reflective surfaces.
Do not look directly into the laser with optical
tools (for example, binoculars, telescopes, microscopes). Optical tools can focus the laser and be dangerous to the eye.
Do not open the Product. The laser beam is
dangerous to eyes. Have the Product repaired only through an approved technical site.
Remove the batteries if the Product is not used
for an extended period of time, or if stored in temperatures above 50 °C. If the batteries are not removed, battery leakage can damage the Product.
Replace the batteries when the low battery
indicator shows to prevent incorrect measurements.
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Table 1 is a list of symbols used on the Product and in this manual.
Table 1. Symbols
Symbol Description Symbol Description
W
*
P
~
Consult user documentation.
WARNING. RISK OF DANGER.
WARNING. LASER RADIATION. Risk of eye damage.
Conforms to European Union directives.
This product complies with the WEEE Directive marking requirements. The affixed label indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in domestic household waste. Product Category: With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is classed as category 9 "Monitoring and Control Instrumentation" product. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste.
Indicates a Class 2 laser. The following text will appear with the symbol on the product label: “IEC/EN 60825-1. Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice 50, dated June 24, 2007.” In addition, the following pattern on the label will indicate wavelength and optical power: λ = xxxnm, x.xxmW.
Ã
Battery status.
Battery or battery compartment.
Conforms to relevant Australian Safety and EMC standards.
Conforms to relevant South Korean EMC Standards.
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Features

Table 2 is a list of features for the Meter by model.
Table 2. Model Feature Comparison
Feature 414D 419D 424D Feature 414D 419D 424D
Display Lines 2 3 4 Timer
Memory
Add/Subtract Keypad Lock Area Tripod Measurement Volume Compass Continuous Measurement Triangular Area Pythagoras Calculations 1+2 Full Full Smart Horizontal Mode (Tilt)
Stake Out
Multifunction Endpiece Room Corner Angle Beeper Handstrap
[1]
20 20 Display/Keypad Illumination
[2]
Height Tracking
[1] 419D and 424D store a maximum of 20 complete display readouts.
[2] 419D uses 1 value. 424D uses 2 values.
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Before You Start

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 1.
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.
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Multifunctional Endpiece

The 419D and 424D Meters adapt to multiple measurement situations with the multifunctional endpiece. See Figure 2:
For measurements from an edge, fold out the endpiece (90 °) until it locks into place. See Figure 3.
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 2 and 4.
A built-in sensor automatically senses the orientation of the endpiece and adjusts the zero point.
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Keypad

Figure 5 shows the location of each function button on the keypad.
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Measure/Power On  Clear/Off  Area/Volume  Triangle
Plus (+)/Minus (-) Reference/Change Units  Memory  Compass
Plus (+)/Scroll Up Area/Volume/Indirect Measurement (Pythagoras) Timer
Minus (-)/Scroll Down Indirect Measurement (Pythagoras and Stake Out) Tilt
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Display

Figure 6 shows the readout location on the display for each function.
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Battery Status  Units of Measurement  2nd Result Available  Timer/Compass (424D only) Info Pythagoras Stake Out  Leveling Area/Volume Memory Tilt Angle  Triangle Area Measurement Reference  Circumference  Slope Distance Min/Max Measurement (Tracking Mode) Wall Area  Indirect Height Measurement Readout  Addition/Subtraction  Ceiling Area
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Button Functions

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.

On/Off

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.
Note
The Meter turns off automatically if not used in 180 seconds.

Basics

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Measure Button
:
Push
1x = Laser on
2x = Measure
In Pythagoras calculation mode:
2 seconds = Tracking (min/max measurement)
Function Buttons
:
Push
1x = Area
2x = Volume
3x = Pythagoras 1
4x = Pythagoras 2
419D/424D
Measure Button
When off, push for 2 seconds = Continuous Laser On Push :
1x = Laser On
2x = Measure
2 seconds = Tracking (min/max measurement)
Function Buttons
:
Push
1x = Pythagoras 1
2x = Pythagoras 2
3x = Pythagoras 3
4x = Stake Out (419D: 1 value / 424D: 2 values)
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Push :
1x = Area
2x = Volume
2 seconds = 2
nd
Results
424D Only
Push :
1x = Smart Horizontal Mode
2x = Height Tracking
3x = Leveling
Push
:
1x = Room Corner Angle (Triangular Area)
nd
2 seconds = 2
Results

Units of Measurement

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
414D 419D/424D
0.000 m 0.000 m 0 00 1/16* 0.0000 m
0 in 1/16 0.00 m
* Default
0′00″ 1/32*
0.000 in
0 in 1/32
0.00 ft
* Default
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Timer (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
To turn on the timer:
1. Push
2. Push
3. Push
4. Push  to begin the timer.
1x to turn on the 5-second timer. This is the
default time interval to release the laser for a measurement.
to increase up to 60 seconds. to decrease the seconds.
The seconds until measurement (for example, 59, 58, 57...) show as a countdown. The last 5 seconds count down with a beep. After the last beep, the Meter makes the measurement and the value shows on the display.
The timer is useful for all measurements.
.
Note

Beeper (419D/424D)

Push at the same time for 2 seconds to turn on and turn off the beeper. The display shows the status as   or  .

Backlight (419D/424D)

Push at the same time for 2 seconds to turn on and turn off the backlight. The display shows the status as   or  .

Keypad Lock (419D/424D)

To lock:
1. Push   at the same time to lock the keypad.
To unlock:
2. Push .
3. Push  within 2 seconds to unlock the keypad.
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Compass (424D)

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.
Tips:
Make sure that the endpiece is folded in.
When you use the compass feature, the Meter shows
the calibration message. See Compass Calibration for more information.
Compass arrows blink on the display if the Meter is tilted >20 ° end to end or >10 ° side to side.
When you turn on the compass, the Meter shows the calibration message. See Manual Calibration for more information.
:
Push
1x = Arrow points in north direction
2 seconds = Arrow points in direction of Laser beam
and display shows the direction in degrees and an alpha symbol.
W Caution
To prevent incorrect direction readouts, do not use near magnets and magnetic devices.

Compass Calibration

Automatic Calibration

The compass sensor continuously collects and saves new calibration values in 60-second intervals.

Manual Calibration

When you turn on the compass, the Meter shows the calibration message:
1. For no, push . The compass uses old data that can
be inaccurate.
2. For yes, push .
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To continue with the calibration:
3. Rotate the Meter 180 ° around the Z-axis. See
Figure 7.
4. Rotate the Meter 180 ° around the X-axis.
5. Rotate the Meter 180 ° around the Y-axis.
The Meter counts from 1 to 12 during calibration.   shows on the display when the calibration is complete.
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Magnetic Declination

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.
Table 4 is a list of the current angles of declination by location. For other declination values, contact your local Geomagnetic Institute.
To set the Meter with the correct compensation for your location:
1. Push at the same time.
The display shows  and the current setting. The default value is 0 °.
2. Push  and  to change the value.
3. Push  to accept the new value.
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Table 4. Estimated Values of Magnetic Field
Country City
Argentina Buenos Aires -7 Greenland Godthab -29 Spain Madrid -1
Australia Darwin 3 Iceland Reykjavik -15 Switzerland Zurich 1
Australia Perth -1 Italy Rome 2 Thailand Bangkok 0
Australia Sidney 12 India Mumbai 0 Ukraine Donetsk 7
Austria Vienna 3 Japan Tokyo -7 UAE Dubai 1
Brazil Brasilia -20 Kenya Nairobi 0
Brazil Rio de Janeiro -22 Norway Oslo 2 USA Anchorage 18
Canada, BC Vancouver 17 Panama Panama -3 USA Dallas 3
Chili
China Beijing -6 Russia Moscow 10 USA Honolulu 9
Egypt Cairo 3 Russia Omsk 11 USA Los Angeles 12
France Paris 0 Senegal Dakar -8 USA Miami -6
Germany Berlin 2 Singapore Singapore 0 USA New York -13
Greece Athens 3 South Africa Cape Town -24 Venezuela Caracas -11
Santiago de Chile
Declination
in Degrees
(+E | -W)
2 Russia Irkutsk -3 USA Denver 8
Country City
Declination
in Degrees
(+E | -W)
Country City
United Kingdom
London -1
Declination
in Degrees
(+E | -W)
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Clear

Push :
1x = Clear last value
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, the display.
shows on

Reference Point

The display shows the reference point for a measurement. The default reference point is from the end of the Meter. If the beeper is on, the Meter beeps as you change the reference point. See Figure 8 for more information.
414D
Push 1x to change the reference point between the
front and the end of the Meter. The display shows
or .
419D/424D
The Meter automatically adjusts the reference point when
you use the endpiece and
Push :
1x = Measure from front
2x = Measure from tripod screw
3x = Measure from end
The tripod mode overrides other reference points. The Meter stays in the tripod mode until you change to a different reference point.
shows on the display.
Note
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Measurements

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.

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.
Note
Measurement errors can occur if you point the laser at colorless liquids, glass, Styrofoam, semi-permeable surfaces, and high-gloss surfaces. The measurement time increases when you point the laser at dark surfaces.
A target plate is useful for long distance measurements if the target reflectivity and illumination is a problem.

Minimum/Maximum Tracking

The tracking function measures the room diagonal (maximum value) and the horizontal distance (minimum value) from a stable measurement point. It also can find the distance between objects. See Figure 9.
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To measure:
1. Push and hold for 2 seconds.
shows on the display to confirm that the Meter is in tracking mode.
2. Move the laser side to side, up and down on the target area (for example, into the corner of a room).
3. Push
to stop tracking mode.
The last measured value shows in the summary line.
Note
419D/424D Only: The values for maximum and minimum distances show in the display. The last measured value shows in the summary line.
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Addition/Subtraction

The Meter adds and subtracts a value to a single distance, area, and volume measurements.
414D
To add or subtract: Push :
1x = Add the next measurement
2x = Subtract the next measurement
419D/424D
To add or subtract:
1. Push  to add the next measurement to the previous
measurement.
2. Push  to subtract the next measurement from the
previous measurement.
3. Do these steps again for each measurement.
The total measurement result is always shown in the summary line with the value before in the second line.
4. Push  to cancel the last step.
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Area

To measure area:
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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).
The result shows in the summary line.
419D/424D
To measure area:
1. Push  1x. The t symbol shows in the display.
2. Push  to make the first measurement (for
example, length).
3. Push
4. Push
again to make the second measurement
(for example, width).
The result shows in the summary line.
and hold for 2 seconds to get the 2
as a circumference.
nd
result

Volume

414D
To measure volume:
1. Push  2x. The  symbol shows in the display.
2. Push  to make the first length measurement (for
example, length).
3. Push
4. Push
again to make the second length
measurement (for example, width).
again to make the third length
measurement (for example, depth).
The result displays in the summary line.
419D/424D
To measure volume:
1. Push
2. Push  to make the first measurement (for
3. Push
2x. The s symbol appears in the display.
example, length).
again to make the second measurement
(for example, height).
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4. Push  again to make the third length measurement (for example, depth).
The result shows in the summary line.
5. Push  x 2 seconds to show additional room information such as ceiling/floor area, surface area of the walls, circumference.
w Ceiling/floor area (424D) v Wall area (419/424) u Circumference (419D/424D)

Tilt (424D only)

Note
°
The inclinometer senses tilts at 360 measurements, hold the Meter without a transverse tilt (±10 °).

Smart Horizontal Mode (424D only)

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 10 for more information.
. For tilt
The tilt is continuously shown as ° or %. To change the units, push and hold
  at the same time for
2 seconds. The default unit is °.
To measure:
1. Push
1x = Smart Horizontal Mode. ` shows in
the display.
2. Point laser at target.
3. Push
. The display shows all results as α (angle
), x (diagonal distance ), and y (vertical distance ). The z (horizontal distance) shows in the
summary line.
4. Push
to turn off Smart Horizontal Mode.
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Height Tracking (424D only)

Height tracking shows continuously on the display as the Meter turns on a tripod. The tilt is continuously shown in the selected unit of measure as ° or %.
To measure:
1. Push  2x = Height tracking. shows in the
display.
2. Point the laser at lower target.
3. Push . shows in the display with the distance
and angle to the lower target.
4. Move the laser upwards to the top target. Height Tracking starts automatically. The display shows the angle to the actual target and the vertical distance from the lower target.
5. Push
at the top target. Height Tracking stops
and the display shows the vertical distance between the two measured targets. See Figure 11 for more information.
Note
The minimum/maximum tracking is very helpful for 90 ° angle measurements. See Minimum/Maximum Tracking.
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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 ±0.3 °, the Meter beeps constantly.
To level:
1. Push  3x = Leveling.  shows in the display.
2. Put the Meter on object to do a test for level.
The angle continuously shows on the display as the object moves.
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Tilt Sensor Calibration

To calibrate the tilt sensor:
1. Push   at the same time for 2 seconds.
The display shows  message and the instructions for the first measurement. See Figure 12.
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2. Put the Meter on a flat horizontal surface.
3. Push .
The display shows the instructions for the subsequent measurement.
4. Turn the Meter horizontally 180 ° on the same flat
horizontal surface.
5. Push .
The display shows the instructions for the subsequent measurement.
6. Put the Meter upright on a flat horizontal surface.
7. Push .
The display shows the instructions for the subsequent measurement.
8. Turn the upright Meter 180 ° on the same flat
surface.
9. Push .
The display shows the calibration results as  .
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Stake Out Measurement (419D/424D)

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 13 for more information.
Note
For best results, it is recommended to use the end reference point for a stake out measurement. See Reference Point.
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a = b
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419D (1 Value)
To find stake out distances with 1 value:
1. Push  4x.  shows on the display.
2. Push  and  to increase and decrease the value that shows in the summary line.
Note
Hold the buttons down to increase the rate of change for the values.
3. Push
to accept the value.
The display shows the stake out distance in the summary line between the stake out point and the Meter (rear reference).
4. Move the Meter slowly along the stake out line and the distance decreases on the display.
The arrows in the display indicate in which direction the Meter needs to be moved in order to achieve the defined distance.
Note
If the beeper feature is on, the Meter starts to beep at a distance of 0.1 m (4 in) from the next stake out point. As the Meter moves near to the stake out point, the beep changes and the arrows do not show on the display.
5. Push
to stop the stake out function.
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Measurements
424D (2 Values)
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.
To find stake out distances with 2 values:
1. Push
2. Push  and  to increase and decrease the
3. Push
4. Push
5. Push
4x. r shows in the display.
values that shows on the display.
The value (a), and the intermediate line that corresponds, blink on the display.
and to adjust the (a) value.
Note
Hold the buttons down to increase the rate of change for the values.
to accept the (a) value.
and to adjust the (b) value.
6. Push
7. Move the Meter slowly along the stake out line the
8. Push  to stop the stake out function.
to accept the (b) value.
The display shows the stake out distance in the summary line between the stake out point (a and then b) and the Meter (rear reference).
displayed distance decreases.
The arrows in the display direction the Meter needs to be moved in order to achieve the defined distance (either a, or b).
If the beeper feature is on, the Meter starts to beep at a distance of 0.1 m (4 in) from the next stake out point. As the Meter moves near to the stake out point, the beep changes and the arrows do not show on the display.
q indicate in which
Note
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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 14 for more information.
To make corner angle measurements:
1. Push
2. Put marks for the reference points to the right and left
3. Push
4. Push  to make a measurement of the second
5. Push
6. The result shows in the summary line as the room
1x. (room corner) shows in the display.
(d1/d2) of the angle for measurement.
to make a measurement of the first side of
the triangle (d1 or d2).
side of the triangle (d1 or d2).
to make a measurement of the third side of
the triangle (d3).
triangle area.
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2
1
4 5
7. Push  for 2 seconds to get the second results as the angle between d1 and d2, the triangle circumference, and the area.
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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.
For the best results, turn the Meter about a
set point. An example of this is with the endpiece fully open and the Meter on a wall.
Make sure that the first measurement and the measurement distance are at 90 ° angles.
The minimum/maximum tracking is very helpful for 90 ° angle measurements. See Minimum/Maximum Tracking.
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To find a vertical distance with two measurements (Pythagoras 1):
1. Push  3x.  shows on the display.
2. Point the laser at the first target (1). See Figure 15.
3. Push  for the first distance (diagonal)
measurement.
4. Point the laser at the second target (2).
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1
2
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5. Make sure that the Meter is perpendicular to the wall.
6. Push  for the second distance measurement.
The Meter shows the height in the summary line. The distance of the second measurement shows in the secondary line.
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 16.
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.
The Meter shows the height in the summary line. The distance is the total vertical height from the first to last targets. The third measurement shows in the secondary line.
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2
3
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As an option, use the tracking mode on one or more targets. To use tracking mode:
1. Push and hold mode.
2. Move the laser side to side and up and down on the ideal horizontal target point.
3. Push
419D/424D
To find a distance with two measurements (Pythagoras 1):
1. Push
2. Point the laser at the top point (1). See Figure 15.
3. Push .
4. Point the laser at the second target (2).
to stop the tracking mode.
1x. shows on the display.
for 2 seconds to start tracking
5. Make sure that the Meter is perpendicular to the wall.
6. Push  for the second distance measurement.
The Meter shows the height in the summary line. The distance of the second measurement shows in the secondary line.
To find a total distance with three measurements (Pythagoras 2):
1. Push  2x.  shows on the display.
2. Point the laser at the first target. See Figure 16.
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.
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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.
To find a partial distance, see Figure 17, with three measurements (Pythagoras 3):
1. Push  3x. The laser turns on and  shows on the
display.
2. Point at the top target (1).
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3. Push . The Meter stores this measurement value.
4. Point the laser at the second diagonal target (2).
5. Push  for the second distance measurement.
6. Make sure that the Meter is perpendicular to the wall.
7. Push  to trigger the bottom target (3)
measurement.
The result is the partial vertical distance between target 1 and target 2. The third measurement shows in the secondary line.
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. Move the laser side to side and up and down on the ideal horizontal target point.
3. Push
to stop the tracking mode.
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Memory (419D/424D)

You can recall a previous measurement from memory, for example, the height of a room. The Meter stores a maximum of 20 displays.
To recall:
1. Push  1x.
2. Push  and  to move through the stored
displays.
and the memory ID show on the display.
3. Push  for 2 seconds to use the value shown in the
Summary line for further calculations.
To delete:
1. Push  and  at the same time.
The Meter deletes all the stored values in memory.

Maintenance

Maintenance and calibration are not necessary for the Meter. To keep the Meter in good condition:
Remove dirt with a moist, soft cloth.
Do not put in water.
Do not use aggressive detergents or solutions.
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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 Remedy
156 Transverse tilt greater than 10 ° Hold the Meter without a transverse tilt.
162 Calibration mistake
204 Calculation error Do the measurement again.
252 Temperature too high Let the Meter cool down.
253 Temperature too low Let the Meter warm up.
255
256 Received signal too high Change target surface (for example, white paper)
257 Too much background light Darken target surface.
Received signal too low, measurement time too long
Make sure that the device is on a horizontal and flat surface. Do the calibration procedure again. If the code continues, contact Fluke.
Change target surface (for example, white paper).
258
260 Laser beam interrupted Do the measurement again.
Error Hardware error
Measurement outside of measurement range
Correct the range.
Turn on and turn off the device 2 to 3 times. If the symbol stays on the display, then your Meter is defective, contact Fluke.
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Specifications

414D 419D 424D
Distance Measurement
Typical Measurement Tolerance
Maximum Measurement Tolerance
[1]
±2.0 mm (±0.08 in)
[2]
±3.0 mm (±0.12 in)
Range at target plate 50 m / 165 ft 80 m / 260 ft 100 m / 330 ft
Typical Range
Range at unfavorable condition
[1]
40 m / 130 ft 80 m / 260 ft
[4]
35 m / 115 ft 60 m / 200 ft
Smallest unit displayed 1 mm / 1/16 in 1 mm / 1/32 in
laser point at distances
6 mm @ 10 m / 30 mm @ 50 m / 60 mm @ 100 m
0.24 in @ 33 ft / 1.2 in @ 164 ft / 2.4 in @ 328 ft
Tilt measurement
Measurement tolerance to laser beam
Measurement tolerance to case
[5]
no no ±0.2 °
[5]
no no ±0.2 ° Range no no 360 ° Compass accuracy no no 8 points (±22.5 °)
General
Protection class IP40 IP54
Automatic laser off 90 seconds
Automatic power off 180 seconds
[3]
±1.0 mm (± 0.04 in)
[3]
±2.0 mm (±0.08 in)
[3]
[3]
[6]
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Battery life (2 x AAA)
1.5 V NEDA 24A/IEC LR03
Dimensions (H x W x L)
Weight (with batteries) 113 g (4 oz) 153 g (5 oz) 158 g (6 oz)
Temperature
Storage
Operation
Calibration cycle Not applicable Not applicable Tilt and Compass
Maximum altitude 3500 m Maximum relative humidity 85 % at -7 °C to 50 °C (20 °F to 120 °F)
Safety
General IEC 61010-1: Pollution Degree 2 Laser IEC 60825-1: Class 2, 635 nm, <1 mW
Max peak radiant output power 0.95 mW
Wavelength 635 nm Pulse duration >400 ps
Pulse repetition frequency 320 MHz
Beam divergence 0.16 mrad x 0.6 mrad
up to 3000 measurements up to 5000 measurements
11.6 cm x 5.3 cm x 3.3 cm
(4.6 in x 2.1 in x 1.3 in)
-25 °C to +70 °C (-13 °F to +158 °F)
0 °C to +40 °C (32 °F to +104 °F)
12.7 cm x 5.6 cm x 3.3 cm
(5.0 in x 2.2 in x 1.3 in)
-25 °C to +70 °C (-13 °F to +158 °F)
-10 °C to +50 °C (14 °F to +122 °F)
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EMC
International IEC 61326-1: Industrial Electromagnetic Environment
CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A
Group 1: Equipment has intentionally generated and/or uses conductively-coupled radio frequency energy that is necessary for the internal function of the equipment itself.
Class A: Equipment is suitable for use in all establishments other than domestic and those directly connected to a low-voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes. There may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other environments due to conducted and radiated disturbances..
KCC Class A Equipment (Industrial Broadcasting & Communication Equipment)
Class A: Equipment meets requirements for industrial electromagnetic wave equipment and the seller or user should take notice of it. This equipment is intended for use in business environments and not to be used in homes.
USA (FCC) 47 CFR 15 subpart B. This product is considered an exempt device per clause 15.103.
[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 %. The maximum tolerance may deteriorate to 0.15 mm/m between 10 m to 30 m
and to 0.2 mm/m for distances above 30 m.
[4] Applies for 100 % target reflectivity, background illumination ~30,000 lux. [5] After user calibration. Additional angle related deviation of ±0.01 ° per degree up to ±45 ° in each quadrant. Applies at room temperature. For the whole
operating temperature range the maximum deviation increases by ±0.1 °.
[6] After calibration. Do not use the compass for navigation.
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