LEICA Disto 3D User Guide

Version 1.0 English

Leica 3D Disto

User Manual

3D Disto, Introduction

Introduction

Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a Leica 3D Disto.

This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up the product and operating it. Refer to "12 Safety Directions" for further information. Read through the User Manual carefully before you switch on the product.

Product identification

The serial number of your product is indicated on the data label, refer to "12.8 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S.". Enter the serial number in your manual and always refer to this information when you need to contact your authorised dealer or to register in the Leica MyWorld portal.

Serial No.: _______________

Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings:

Type Description

Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not

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Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended

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Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended

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Trademarks • Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

use which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury and/or appreciable material, financial and environmental damage.

Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner.

3D Disto, Table of Contents

In this manual Chapter Page

1 How to Use this Manual 9

2 Technical Terms and Abbreviations 13

3 Description of the System 26

3.1 General 3D Disto System Information 26

3.2 Container Contents 27

3.3 Instrument Components 29

3.3.1 3D Disto 29

3.3.2 Control Unit 33

3.3.3 RM100 Remote Control 34

3.4 Power Supply 35

3.4.1 3D Disto 35

3.4.2 Control Unit 36

3.4.3 RM100 Remote Control 38

3.5 Software Concept 39

4 User Interface 45

4.1 Control Unit 45

4.1.1 Screen 46

4.1.2 Main Operation Bar 49

4.1.3 Toolbar 50

4.1.4 Icons & Symbols 51

4.2 RM100 Remote Control 55

5 Instrument Setup 56

5.1 Start-up Procedure 56

5.2 Assistant 64

5.3 Device Configuration and Menu Settings 66

5.4 Data Management 69

5.4.1 General 69

5.4.2 File Manager 71

5.4.3 Photo and Secure Points Administration 72

5.4.4 Data Transfer 74

5.5 Calculator 80

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6 Operation 82

6.1 Measurements 82

6.2 Viewfinder 83

6.3 Measurement Workflow 87

6.4 Touch Screen in Sketch Area 93

6.5 Addition and Subtraction 95

6.6 Area & Volume Calculations 98

7 Software Applications 102

7.1 Overview 102

7.2 Tool Kit 103

7.3 Location 116

6.6.1 Horizontal Areas/Volumes 99

6.6.2 Tilted Areas 101

7.2.1 Comfort Plumbing 104

7.2.2 Comfort Targeting 106

7.2.3 Comfort Level 108

7.2.4 Metre Mark 110

7.2.5 Height Tracking 112

7.2.6 Parallel Line 114

7.4 Room Scan 122

7.4.1 Manual Measurement 124

7.4.2 Unfold Mode 126

7.4.3 Auto Shapes 128

7.4.4 Automated Profile Room Scan 131

7.5 Projector 137

7.5.1 Workflow 138

7.5.2 Targeting and Layout with RM100 Remote Control 145

8 Error Messages 146

9 Check & Adjust 149

9.1 Overview 149

9.2 Crosshairs Offset 151

9.3 V-Index Error 153

9.4 Tilt Sensor Calibration 155

9.5 Reset to Factory Settings 157

10 Instrument Protection (Theft Protection) 158

11 Care and Transport 160

11.1 Transport 160

11.2 Storage 161

11.3 Cleaning and Drying 162

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12 Safety Directions 163

12.1 General 163

12.2 Intended Use 164

12.3 Limits of Use 166

12.4 Responsibilities 167

12.5 Hazards of Use 168

12.6 Laser Classification 172

12.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 174

12.8 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 177

12.9 Conformity to National Regulations 181

13 Technical Data 182

14 International Limited Warranty, Software License Agreement 187

Index 190

1 How to Use this Manual

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Index The index is at the back of the manual.

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Validity of this manual

Available documentation

3D Disto, How to Use this Manual

It is recommended to set up the instrument while reading through this manual.

Keys, fields and options on the screens which are considered self-explanatory are not explained.

This manual applies to the 3D Disto instruments and software application.

Name Description/Format

3D Disto User Manual

3D Disto Quick Start

Safety Manual Provides important safety instructions for use of

All instructions required in order to operate the instrument at a basic level are contained in this User Manual. Provides an overview of the instrument together with technical data and safety directions.

Intended as a quick reference field guide.

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Refer to the following resources for all 3D Disto documentation/software:

• Leica 3D Disto CD

• https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com

myWorld@Leica Geosystems (https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com) offers a wide range of services, information and training material. In myWorld, you are able to access all relevant services at your convenience, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This increases your efficiency and keeps you and your equipment updated with the latest information from Leica Geosystems.

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Service Description

myProducts Simply add all Leica Geosystems products that you and your

mySupport Create new support requests for your products that will be

myTraining Enhance your product knowledge with the Leica Geosystems

company own. View detailed information on your products, buy additional options, update your products with the latest software and keep up-to-date with the latest documentation.

answered by your local Leica Geosystems Support Team. See the complete history of your support cases and view detailed information on each request if you want to refer to previous support requests.

Campus - Information, Knowledge, Training. Study the latest online training material or download training material on your products. Keep up-to-date with the latest news on your products and register for seminars or courses in your country.

2 Technical Terms and Abbreviations

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Line of sight

Horizontal angle

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a) Line of sight b) Tilting axis, horizontal rotation axis of the

instrument

c) Standing axis, vertical rotation axis of the

instrument

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a) Horizontal angle: [°] or [gon]

Line of sight, laser beam and crosshairs must be congruent. Refer to "9 Check & Adjust" for more information.

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Vertical angle

Setting: Horizon = 0

a) Vertical angle: [°], [gon], [1:n] or [%]

Setting: Horizon = 90°/100gon

a) Vertical angle: [°] or [gon]

Distances

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a) Perpendicular distance

a) Tie distance

b) Vertical distance = height difference

c) Horizontal distance

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Areas

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Zenith and horizon

a) Tilted area, as measured b) Horizontal area, calculated by 3D Disto

a) Zenith:

Point on the plumb line above the observer.

b) Horizon:

Plane/Line 90° to the plumb line.

References

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4.160

5.390

3.965

5.134

1.884

+3.00

+2.10

0.00

-0.02

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0.00

a) Reference height:

A level that all heights refer to.

a) Reference point:

A point that all dimensions refer to.

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3.101

2.911

7.040

7.002

a) Reference axis/line:

A line that all dimensions refer to.

Tilt sensor The tilt sensor guarantees correct results even if the 3D Disto is not set up horizon-

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0-3°

tally.

Tilt sensor off = disabled All measurement results relate to the

tilted axis and horizon of the 3D Disto.

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Tilt sensor on = enabled All measurement results relate to the horizontal axis and horizon if the 3D Disto is set up between 0° and 3°.

3D Disto, Technical Terms and Abbreviations

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Viewfinder and crosshairs

• Viewfinder is an integrated camera which shows the target on the Control Unit display.

• Crosshairs is an aiming guide displayed on the Control Unit.

a) Viewfinder b) Crosshairs

Secure Points Secure Points links measurements to a coordinate system. These reference

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points allow changing the 3D Disto’s location or continuing measurements at a later time, so that all measurements fit together perfectly.

1. Name and place three to five self-adhesive target marks on walls, ceiling or floor around your working area.

2. Measure these target marks and save them as Secure Points.

3. Move the 3D Disto or set it up "anywhere" at a later time.

4. Measure the Secure Points again. 3D Disto relocates itself and measurements can be continued.

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Refer to "7.3 Location" for more information.

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Coordinates Coordinates describe the position of a point in two- and three-dimensional space.

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m/ft

a) Two-dimensional coordinates b) Three-dimensional coordinates

Measure Measurement results can be transferred to a connected PC or USB stick for post-

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CAD

processing.

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Layout or projection

Design data in DXF format can be imported and used to lay out the corresponding points or grids.

CAD

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Laser distance metre (LDM)

Calibration Calibration is a workflow to check and adjust the accuracy of the instrument.

The laser distance metre (LDM) determines distances using a visible red laser beam.

Refer to "9 Check & Adjust" for more information.

Ruler for offset points

The ruler for offset points is an accessory to measure inaccessible or hidden points.

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a) Ruler for offset points

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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 use or for post-processing.

a) 3D Disto b) USB cable c) Control Unit d) RM100 Remote

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3D Disto is operated by the Control Unit. Certain functions can also be executed using the RM100 Remote Control.

Control

3.2 Container Contents

f g hd

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Container contents, part 1 of 2

a) 3D Disto with built-in SD WLAN card b) USB connection cable 3D Disto to the

Control Unit Power cable 3D Disto to the Control Unit Micro-USB cable for PC

c) Data CD

Safety Instructions Manual, 3D Disto Quick Start, CE & Producer Certificate, USB Stick

d) Four country-specific cables for

3D Disto power supply

e) Target marks, self-adhesive, 50 units

in one bag f) RM100 Remote Control g) Control Unit power supply h) Country-specific adapter plug-ins for

Control Unit power supply

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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

3.3 Instrument Components

3.3.1 3D Disto

Instrument components, motor-driven part

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3D Disto, Description of the System

d e

a) LEDs for 3D Disto status b) ON/OFF button c) Grips to hold the instrument

d) Infrared (IR) interface e) WLAN interface f) Laser distance metre with Viewfinder g) Circular bubble

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dc e f bba

Instrument component, battery socket

Description of buttons and LEDs

Button/LEDs Description

ON/OFF button Button to turn instrument ON or OFF.

a) Tripod thread 5/8” b) 90° marking c) Power supply connector for 3D Disto d) LED for battery status e) Data cable connector f) Power supply connector to Control

Unit

Instrument turns OFF after 15 minutes if not connected to the Control Unit.

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