Leupold RX-1600i TBR/W Complete Operating Instructions

RX®-1600i TBR/W COMPACT DIGITAL

LASER RANGEFINDER

Complete Operating Instructions

Digitally eNhanced Accuracy

Introduction ...............................................Page 1

Specifications .............................................Page 10

Operation ................................................Page 11

Cleaning/Maintenance .......................................Page 30

Helpful Hints for Using the Leupold

RX-1600i TBR/W Digital Laser Rangefinder .......................Page 31

Warranty / Repair ..........................................Page 33

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Congratulations! You have purchased a Leupold® RX®-1600i TBR/W Series digital
laser rangefinder that has been designed by Leupold’s engineers and designers to
provide you with years of accurate performance in the field. Following are detailed
instructions regarding the proper use and employment of your RX-1600i Series
rangefinder. To ensure top performance for the life of the product, please read these
instructions before operating your RX -1600i TBR/W. This manual was written in order
to provide you with all the information needed to properly operate and obtain years
of beneficial use from the RX-1600i TBR/W Keep it in a safe place and refer to it as
needed.

Your new Leupold RX-1600i TBR/W digital laser rangefinder is a range-finding device
that incorporates advanced digital electronics with ballistics algorithms. Digitally
eNhanced AccuracyTM (DNA®) engine incorporates additional signal processing
techniques to generate better ranging distance with more accurate rangefinding.
The RX-1600i TBR/W rangefinder features an incredibly bright OLED display,
inclinometer, Last Target Mode and True Ballistic Range/Wind (TBR/W) functionality.
TBR/W algorithms were developed by the same engineers who developed Sierra
Infinity® Exterior Ballistics Software and who helped develop navigation and
guidance systems for ICBMs and other missiles with far more demanding trajectory
requirements than a hunting bullet.

TBR/W is a marriage of laser ranging, an

INTRODUCTION

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inclinometer, and an advanced computerized ballistics program. The result is distance
measurements accurate to less than a yard, no matter the angle at which the laser is
fired.

Bullets and arrows travel in a ballistic arc, yet conventional rangefinders only
provide a linear or horizontal distance to your target. TBR/W delivers the ballistic
equivalent range to the target, accounting for the effects of inclines or declines on
the path of your bullet or arrow. For rifle shooters, the Leupold team has added to the
TBR/W functionality by adding wind hold calculations that will provide a fixed 10 MPH
full wind value. Other features that are provided for firearms are outputs that display
either MOA adjustments, or inches / centimeters / mils of holdover at that specific
distance. TBR/W eliminates any potentially significant error, and provides a precise
range for your aiming calculations.

TBR/W is matched to each of twenty-five firearm

ballistics groups, allowing use with most popular firearms.

HOW THE RX -1600i WORKS

The RX-1600i TBR/W is a top-quality 6x22mm monocular that incorporates the
additional benefit of a laser rangefinder that is capable of measuring the distance of
a deer-sized animal from 5 yards to 900 yards, an inanimate object from 5 yards to
1,200 yards, and a reflective target from 5 yards to 1,600 yards. It emits a series of
invisible, infrared energy pulses that are reflected off the selected target back to the
optical unit. State-of-the-art circuitry and precision computing circuits are used to
calculate the distance by measuring the time it takes for each pulse to travel from the
RX-1600

i TBR/W

to the object and back.

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The Leupold RX -1600i TBR/W 6x22mm rangefinder does employ an eye safe FDA

Class 1 laser in its operation. Outside of the United States, the IEC is the governing

body over laser products and has classified the RX-1600i TBR/W as Class 3R. Even

so, there are a few precautions that are important to remember:

• Do not depress the POWER button while aiming at a human eye or while
looking into the optics from the objective side

• Do not leave the RX-1600i TBR/W within the reach of small children

• Do not take the product apart as it has a self-protection device in the
electronic control module and may cause an electric shock

• Do not attempt to use any power source other than a CR2 battery
(or equivalent) — the RX -1600i TBR/W is designed to prohibit accessing any
other external power supply

SAFETY AND OPERATION PRECAUTIONS

CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE

This product complies with IEC
60825-1: 2014-05 Ed. 3.0 and complies with FDA performance standards
for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice
No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.
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:<5.14mW. λ:895-915nm. tW:20-60ns.

LEUPOLD & STEVENS, Inc,
14400 NW Greenbrier Parkway, Beaverton, OR 97006

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SAFETY AND OPERATION PRECAUTIONS (cont.)

• Make certain that the laser beam does not strike on highly reflective
surfaces

• Read this instruction manual in its entirety before using this rangefinder.
If the product is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired

• Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure

• When you see the display through the eyepiece, please be aware that the
product is active and emitting an invisible laser and the laser aperture
should not be pointed toward anyone

(Display as seen through the eyepiece)

BAS Display BOW Display LOS Display

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RX-1600i FEATURES AT A GLANCE

POWER

BATTERY

MODE

FOCUS

• Laser Radiation: FDA Class 1 / IEC Class 3R

• Measurement Range: 5 yds – 1,600 yds

• Measuring Time: Less than 1 second

• Menu setup will power-off after 20 seconds,
normal ranging will power-off after 7
seconds

• Power: CR2 battery or equivalent

• Battery Life: At least 3,000 measurements

• The RX-1600i TBR/W is waterproof

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READING THE INTERNAL DISPLAY

The Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) display reflected into the optical path can
be manually switched between ranging modes, as measured in meters (M) or yards

(YD), or used to obtain distance while simultaneously viewing the target. (The RX

-1600i TBR/W can also simply be used as a 6x monocular without activating the
OLED.)

INTERNAL DISPLAY AS SEEN THROUGH THE RX-1600i TBR/W WHEN THE

POWER BUTTON IS DEPRESSED

– Indicates the distance to the target in
either yards or meters. RX-1600i TBR/W has the
additional capability of displaying the True Ballistic
Range to the target, or shot placement information.

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BATTERY POWER STATUS INDICATOR

To determine your battery’s power level, look for the following indicators:

FULL – A full battery bar indicates your battery is at or near peak capacity.
HALF – A half-full bar indicates your battery has reached half-capacity.
LOW – The battery is nearing the end of its life and should be replaced.
NO POWER – If the battery bar is empty, and there is no data displayed above
the bar, your battery is dead and you must replace it. The battery status bar will
flash and the unit will shut down when no power remains.

MEASURING DISTANCE WITH THE RX-1600

i TBR/W

Measurement of distance with the RX -160 0i TBR/W is a very simple operation:

1. View the object of interest through the monocular.

2. Depress the POWER button to power up the unit.

3. Align the reticle over the object being viewed.

4. Depress the POWER button again – this will cause the laser to activate.

5. Read the distance as shown in the image field.

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CONTINUOUS MEASUREMENT OF A MOVING TARGET / SCAN MODE:

Follow the instructions for “Measuring distance…” as explained previously.

1. Once the target has been measured, continue to hold down the POWER button

and follow the object as it moves.

2. The distance will automatically update as long as the POWER button is

continuously depressed.

3. This procedure can also be used to obtain the range of multiple animals or

objects; simply move the reticle from one target to another while holding
down the POWER button.

CLEARING THE LAST DISTANCE OBTAINED:

The last range reading taken does not need to be cleared before reading another
object’s distance. For that reason, there is no reset button. Simply aim at the new
object using the reticle, depress the POWER button and hold until the new range
reading is displayed.

The ranging accuracy of the Leupold RX -1600i rangefinder is ± 0.5 yards/meters at
distances less than 125 yards/meters, while the accuracy beyond 125 yards/meters
is ± 2 yards. The maximum range of the unit depends on the reflectivity of the target
and atmospheric conditions.

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Following is a reference table listing the ranges of the RX-1600i TBR/W under
different conditions:

Surface texture, color, size, and shape of the target all affect reflectivity, which in
turn affects the maximum range of the instrument. As a rule of thumb, brightly
colored targets are much more reflective than darker targets. Tan game coats are
more reflective (and thus provide a more solid reading) than a black roof. A shiny
surface is more reflective than a dull surface. Smaller targets are more difficult to
range than larger targets. Light conditions, haze, fog, rain, and other environmental
conditions can all affect ranging performance. Any factor which degrades air clarity
will reduce the maximum effective range. The sun generates infrared energy that can
degrade ranging performance in bright conditions or when ranging towards the sun.

TYPICAL MAXIMUM RANGE

CONDITION Yards Meters

Reflective Target

1,600 1463

Trees

1,200 1097

Deer

900 823

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The RX -1600i digital laser rangefinder provides a variety of useful modes to tailor
performance to the conditions you experience in the field. Model features are
identified on the following pages.

SPECIFICATIONS

RX-1600i TBR/W

Magnification

6×

Inclinometer

Yes

TBR/W (True Ballistic Range/ Wind)

Yes

Bright OLED Display

Yes

Last Target Mode

Yes

Line of Sight Distance (LOS)

Yes

Yards / Meters Mode

Yes

Scan Mode

Yes

Battery Life

>3,000 Actuations

Weight

7.8 o z

Dimension (Inches)

3.8 x 2.9 x 1.3

Battery Status Indicator

Yes

Warranty

2 Years

Waterproof

Yes

Wavelength

895-915nm

Beam Divergence

1.31mrad

Pulse Duration

20-60ns

Power

<5.14 mW

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QUICK SET MENU

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OPERATION

*Display shown with all possible segments visible

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To initiate rangefinder setup mode, press the POWER button to activate the unit,
then press and hold the MODE button for 2 seconds to enter the Quick Set MenuTM.

To manipulate a function, press and release the MODE button until that function
is flashing, then use the POWER button to change the setting. If this is the last
function to be changed, you can allow the rangefinder to sit idle for 20 seconds
which will cause an automatic power-off, saving all selections. If additional functions
require manipulation, simply press MODE to continue through the Quick Set Menu.
Pressing and holding MODE for 1 second at any time will save all changes, exit the
Quick Set Menu, and prepare the rangefinder for immediate use.

To reset your RX-1600i TBR/W to factory settings, Press POWER to activate the
rangefinder, press and hold MODE, then press and hold POWER. A 10-second
countdown timer will appear; factory reset will occur after 0 has been reached.

Note: Activating certain modes automatically disables other modes. For example activating

the yards mode will automatically deactivate the meters mode.

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FUNCTION 1: TBR, BOW OR LOS

To activate TBR, BOW, or LOS, activate the RX-1600i TBR/W by pressing the
POWER button, then press the MODE button for <1 second and release to enter the
menu. While “Out Put” is shown in the display, press and release the POWER button
to rotate through TBR, BOW, and LOS modes. Once the desired mode is displayed,
press the MODE button.

TBR FOR RIFLE USERS (TBR/W MODELS ONLY)

TBR calculates the equivalent horizontal range (level fire range) from which you can
determine the correct aim for the conditions. For example, if you are shooting a .270
caliber, 130 grain bullet at 3,050 feet per second up a 30° incline at 400 yards,
direct line of sight, the TBR output will be 367 yards. The first step in correctly using
TBR is to Practice, Practice, Practice. Anytime you handle a firearm or bow, you are
ultimately responsible for your projectile.

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For rifle users, scope adjustment or holdover information can also be displayed.
The available settings are as follows: BAS outputs the equivalent horizontal range,
HOLD displays the inches or centimeters (depending on unit of measure selected)
to holdover the intended point of impact, MIL displays the number of milliradians
to holdover the intended point of impact and MOA displays the minute of angle
correction. TBR for rifle settings is effective to 800 yards for
most cartridges. For rifle users, TBR mode is comprised of
five functions: BAS, HOLD, MIL, MOA and TRIG. One of these
modes must be selected. To select the desired function, rotate
through the output until TBR is reached (activate if necessary).
While the TBR icon is highlighted and the word “SEt” is shown
in the upper display, pressing POWER repeatedly will scroll through BAS, HOLD,
MIL, MOA and TRIG respectively; press MODE when the desired function is
displayed. For information regarding BOW settings, please see page 17.

BAS displays the equivalent horizontal range, which is based upon the ballistics
group and sight-in distance you will choose in a later mode.
This is the range you will want to use when shooting, rather
than the line of sight distance, which may contain gross errors
depending upon the shot angle. Readings will be displayed with
equivalent horizontal range in the lower portion of the display.

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HOLD will display the appropriate amount of holdover to use, which
is based upon the ballistics group and sight-in distance you will
choose in a later mode. The upper display shows the line of sight
distance to the target. The lower display shows the appropriate
number of inches or centimeters to hold over or under. In the
example to the right, the line of sight distance is 484 yards, and
the lower display indicates that you should hold 51.4 inches
above your intended point of impact. If the RX-1600i TBR/W is
set to range in meters, the appropriate holdover would be shown in
centimeters.

MIL will display the appropriate amount of holdover in milliradians
to use, which is based upon the ballistics group and sight-in
distance you will choose in a later mode. The upper display shows
the line of sight distance to the target. The lower display shows the
appropriate number of mils to hold over or under. In the example
to the right, the line of sight distance is 484 yards, and the lower
display indicates that you should hold 2.9 mils above your intended
point of impact. Holdover values will be displayed in mils for both
yards and meters modes.

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MOA Mode will show the minute-of-angle adjustment for your
target which is based upon the ballistics group and sight-in
distance you will choose in a later mode. The upper display shows
the line of sight distance to the target. The lower display shows
the appropriate number of MOA to adjust over or under your target.
In the example to the right, the line of sight distance is 484 yards,
and the lower display indicates that you should dial the scope up

10.1 MOA to account for bullet drop. Scope corrections will be
displayed in MOA for both yards and meters modes.

TRIG, a function that is included to support tradesmen and
sportsmen, displays the true horizontal range and true vertical
range, which is based upon trigonometry using angle and line
of sight distance. Line of sight distance (LOS) readings will be
displayed in the lower portion of the display. The upper display
will briefly show the true horizontal distance (cosine) then the
absolute value of the true vertical distance (sine). Have you ever
wondered if that leaning tree would hit your home or tent if it fell?
Measure the height by obtaining the true vertical distance and
then measure the distance from your house or tent to the tree.

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BOW (TBR/W MODELS ONLY)

This mode, when activated, works with TBR to provide the
equivalent horizontal range (level fire range) for arrows.
The displayed range represents the ballistically equivalent
horizontal distance to the target if the target is 175 yards
or less. If the target is farther than 175 yards (160 meters), the LOS icon will
flash while BOW remains displayed, and resulting distance will be the line of
sight distance only.

Most importantly,

using BOW effectively means to Practice, Practice, Practice.
Anytime you handle a firearm or bow, you are ultimately responsible for your
projectile.

LINE OF SIGHT

This mode, when activated, provides the straight line distance

to the target without accounting for shot angle or specific
ballistics.

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WIND Leupold’s new TBR/W solution will provide a fixed 10 mph full wind value,
meaning it assumes the wind is at 90 degrees to the muzzle. We chose 10 mph
as a way for the user to easily calculate corrections on the fly. If the wind is 5
mph, from the 3 o’clock or 9 o’clock position, the shooter would half the hold
value. If the wind is 20 mph, the shooter would double
the wind hold value. If the wind isn’t blowing at 90
degrees to the muzzle, the shooter needs to adjust the
hold value per Diagram shown. For example, if the wind
is at 45 degrees to the muzzle, adjust the wind hold
value by 75%. Because wind values change so quickly,
we have found this method of generating correction
values for speed and direction will help you get on
target easier and faster.

Wind hold values will be displayed in the same output format as elevation; either
minute-of-angle (MOA), milliradians (MIL), or inches/cm hold values. TBR/W
provides .5 MOA accuracy on elevation and 1.5 MOA accuracy on wind values
at 600 yards for cartridges expected to reach that distance. As with TBR, the
maximum distance is 800 yards.

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TBR (TRUE BALLISTIC RANGE): RIFLE

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TBR (TRUE BALLISTIC RANGE): ARCHERY

40 Yards (line of sight) at a 40° decline

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FUNCTION 2: TWENTY-FIVE RIFLE BALLISTICS GROUPS

(TBR MODELS ONLY)

TBR includes ballistics settings for twenty-five cartridge groups which are displayed as 1
through 25, specifically formulated for the four functions of TBR. For example, if your
load is in Group 3, the displayed reading will account for the shot angle and provide
the proper distance for holdover purposes (see following chart). You must choose one
of the twenty-five groups, based on your load and ballistics information. The load table
shows a common assortment of factory loads organized in their TBR performance
groups. If you are shooting a similar bullet weight and muzzle velocity that falls into
the provided selections, you can use that load group with full confidence.

NOTE: For a list of all available loads please go to leupold.com

TBR/W PERFORMANCE GROUPS: LOAD TABLE

Load Name (Muzzle Velocity-fps) Load Name (Muzzle Velocity-fps)

300 Yard Zero Group 300 Yard Zero Group

26 Nosler 142 gr. AccuBond (3300) 17 300 Wby. Mag. 180 gr. Nosler Partition (3190) 19

6.5 Creedmoor 129 gr. SST (2950) 20 300 Wby. Mag 180 gr. Trophy Bonded Bear Claw (3040) 23

6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr. A-MAX (2710) 22 300 Win. Mag. 150 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (3290) 21

6.5-284 130 gr. AccuBond (2900) 20 300 Win. Mag. 150 gr. Core-Lokt Ultra Bonded (3290) 21

6.5-284 140 gr. Accubond (2800) 22 300 Win. Mag. 150 gr. Federal Fusion (3200) 19

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TBR/W PERFORMANCE GROUPS: LOAD TABLE

Load Name (Muzzle Velocity-fps) Load Name (Muzzle Velocity-fps)

300 Yard Zero Group 300 Yard Zero Group

222 Rem. 55 gr. FMJBT American Eagle (3240) 23 300 Win. Mag. 165 gr. Federal Fusion (3200) 19
22-250 Rem. 55 gr. Power-Lokt HP 21 300 Win. Mag. 165 gr. Nosler Partition (3050) 20
25-06 Rem. 110 gr. Nosler AccuBond (3100) 20 300 Win. Mag. 178 gr. Hornady A-Max (3000) 20
25-06 Rem 117 gr. Sierra SBT GameKing (2990) 23 300 Win. 180 gr. AccuBond CT (2950) 20
257 Wby. 100 gr. Barnes TSX (3570) 17 300 Win. Mag. 180 gr. Core-Lokt Ultra Bonded (2960) 23
257 Wby. 110 gr. Nosler AccuBond (3460) 18 300 Win. 180 gr. Federal Fusion (2960) 20
260 Rem. 120 gr. Nosler Ballistic Tip (2950) 22 300 Win. Mag. 180 gr. Nosler AccuBond (2960) 20
264 Win. Mag. 120 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (3210)

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300 Win. Mag. 180 gr. Nosler Partition (2960)

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270 Wby. 150 gr. Nosler Partition (3245) 19 300 WSM 150 gr. Power Point (3270) 21
270 Win. 130 gr. Core-Lokt sp (3060) 23 300 WSM 165 gr. Nosler Partition (3130) 20
7mm 140 gr. SP AccuBond (3000) 20 30-06 150 gr. Core-Lokt Ultra Bond (2910) 25
7mm Rem. Mag. 140 gr. AccuBond CT (3180) 19 30-06 165 gr. Nosler Partition (2830) 23
7mm Rem. Mag. 150 gr. Power Point (3090)

21 30-06 180 gr. Nosler Accubond (2700) 24
7mm Rem. Mag. 175 gr. Federal Fusion (2760) 22 30-378 Wby. 165 gr. Nosler Ballistic Tip (3500) 17
7mm-08 140 gr. Ballistic Silvertip (2770) 24 30-378 Wby. 180 gr. Nosler AccuBond (3400) 18
7mm Rem. Mag. 175 gr. SP American Eagle (2860) 22 308 Win. 150 gr. Federal Fusion (2820) 25
7mm WSM 150 gr. Power Point (3200)

21 338 Win. Mag. 180 gr. Nosler AccuBond (3120) 21
7mm-08 140 gr. Ballistic Silvertip (2770)

24 338 Win. Mag. 200 gr. Power Point (2960) 25
7-08 Rem. 140 gr. Nosler Partition (2800)

24 338 Win. Mag. 210 gr. Nosler Partition (2830) 25
280 Rem. 150 gr. Nosler Partition (2890)

22 338 Win. Mag. 225 gr. Core-Lokt Ultra Bonded (2780) 22
280 Rem. 160 gr. Nosler AccuBond (2800)

22 338 Win. Mag. 225 gr. Nosler Accubond (2800) 22
300 RSAUM 165 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (3075)

23 50 BMG 750 gr. BoreRider (2700) 20
300 RUM 180 gr. Core-Lokt Ultra Bonded (3250)

19 50 BMG 800 gr. BoreRider (2650) 20
300 Wby. 150 gr. Nosler Partition (3540)

18 50 Cal 750 gr. A-Max (2650) 20
300 Wby. 165 gr. Nosler Ballistic Tip (3350)

18 Lapua Mag. 300 gr. Trophy Gold OTM (2762) 20
300 Win. Mag. 150 gr. Power Point (3290)

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TBR/W PERFORMANCE GROUPS: LOAD TABLE

Load Name (Muzzle Velocity-fps) Load Name (Muzzle Velocity-fps)

200 Yard Zero Group 200 Yard Zero Group

22-250 Rem. 50 gr. Ballistic Silvertip (3810)

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270 WSM 130 gr. Core-Lokt (3285)

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22-250 Rem. 55 gr. Nolser Ballistic Tip (3680)

3 7mm Rem. Mag. 140 gr. Nosler AccuBond (3110) 4
22-250 Rem 55 gr. Power-Lokt HP (3680) 7 7mm Rem. 150 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (3110) 9
22-250 Rem 55 gr. SP American Eagle (3680) 7 7mm-08 140 gr. Power Point (2800) 13
223 Rem 62 gr. FMJBT American Eagle (3020)

11 7mm Rem. Mag. 150 gr. Federal Fusion (3100) 4

223 Rem 69 gr. Sierra HPBT Match (2950

13 7mm Rem. Mag. 150 gr. Nosler Ballistic Tip (3025) 6

223 Rem 77 gr. Sierra HPBT Match (2750)

15 7mm Rem. Mag. 150 gr. SP American Eagle (3110) 7

243 Win. 100 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (2960)

11 7mm WSM 160 gr. Nosler Partition (3160) 4
243 Win. 100 gr. Core-Lokt UltraBond (2960) 9 7mm WSM 150 gr. SP American Eagle (3100) 7
25-06 Rem. 100 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (3230)

9 7mm-08 139 gr. SP Interlock (2840) 13

25-06 Rem. 120 gr. Federal Fusion (2980)

9 7mm-08 139 gr. SST Interlock (2800) 10

25-06 Rem. 85 gr. Ballistic Silvertip (3470)

3 7mm-08 140 gr. Power Point (2800) 13

6.5 Creedmoor 129 gr. SST (2950)

6 7mm 175 gr. SP Interlock (2800) 10

6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr. A-MAX (2710)

10 7-08 Rem. 140 gr. Nosler AccuBond (2800) 10

6.5 Creedmoor 140 gr. Custom Competition (2550)

14 7-08 Rem. 140 gr. Nosler Patition (2800) 10

6.5-284 130 gr. AccuBond (2900)

8 28 Nosler 175 gr. AccuBond (3125) 2

6.5-284 140 gr. AccuBond (2800)

8 300 RUM 150 gr. Swift Scirocco Bonded (3450) 1

6.5-284 130 gr. SP AccuBond (2900)

8 300 RUM 180 gr. Core-Lokt Ultra Bonded (3250) 4

6mm Rem. 100 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (3100)

9 300 Wby. 180 gr. Nosler Partition (3240) 2

6mm Rem. 100 gr. SP American Eagle (3100)

9 300 Wby. Mag. 180 gr. Barnes Triple Shock (3110) 4
6mm Rem. 80 gr. SP American Eagle (3470) 2 300 Win Mag 150 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (3290) 7
26 Nolser 142 gr. AccuBond (3300) 1 300 Win Mag 150 gr. Core-Lokt Ultra Bonded (3290) 7
270 Win. 130 gr. Core-Lokt SP (3060) 9 300 Win. Mag. 165 gr. Federal Fusion (3200) 4
270 Win. 130 gr. Nosler Ballistic Tip (3060) 6 300 Win. Mag. 180 gr. Core-Lokt Ultra Bonded (2960) 9
270 Win. 130 gr. SP American Eagle (3060) 9 300 WSM 180 gr. SP American Eagle (2970) 9
270 Win. 140 gr. Core-Lokt Ultra Bonded (2925) 11 300 Win. Mag. 180 gr. Federal Fusion (2960) 6
270 Win. 150 gr. Federal Fusion (2850) 8 300 Win. Mag. 180 gr. Nosler AccuBond (2960) 6
270 Win. 150 gr. Power Point (2850) 13

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TBR PERFORMANCE GROUPS: LOAD TABLE

Load Name (Muzzle Velocity-fps) Load Name (Muzzle Velocity-fps)

200 Yard Zero Group 200 Yard Zero Group

300 Win. Mag. 180 gr. Nosler Partition (2960) 11 30-06 180 gr. Federal Fusion (2700) 10
300 Win. Mag. 180 gr. Power Point (2960) 8 30-06 180 gr. Nosler Partition (2700) 12
300 WSM 180 gr. Ballistic Silvertip (3010) 6 30-06 180 gr. Silvertip (2700) 15
300 WSM 180 gr. SP American Eagle (2970) 9 30-06 180 gr. SP American Eagle (2700) 15
30-06 150 gr. Ballistic Silvertip (2900) 8 30-06 180 gr. Trophy Bonded Bear Claw (2650) 16
30-06 150 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (2910) 13 30-06 180 gr. Core-Lokt Ultra Bond (2700) 15
30-06 150 gr. Federal Fusion (2900) 9 308 Win. 150 gr. Nosler Ballistic Tip (2820) 10
30-06 150 gr. Power Point (2920) 15 308 Win. 150 gr. Power Point (2820) 16
30-06 150 gr. Silvertip (2910) 13 308 Win. 165 gr. Barnes Triple Shock (2650) 16
30-06 165 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (2800) 15 308 Win. 165 gr. Nosler AccuBond (2730) 12
30-06 165 gr. Federal Fusion (2790) 10 308 Win. 165 gr. Nosler Ballistic Tip (2650) 12
30-06 165 gr. Nosler Ballistic Tip (2800) 10 308 Win. 165 gr. Sierra SBT GameKing (2700) 15
30-06 165 gr. Nosler Ballistic Tip (2750) 10 308 Win. 168 gr. Hornady Match HP (2650) 15
30-06 165 gr. Pointed Soft Point (2800) 15 308 Win. 180 gr. Core-Lokt Ultra Bonded (2620) 16
30-06 165 gr. Sierra SBT GameKing (2800) 13 308 Win. 180 gr. Nosler AccuBond (2750) 10
30-06 168 gr. Ballistic Silvertip (2790) 10 308 Win. 180 gr. Nolser Partition (2620) 14
30-06 180 gr. Ballistic Silvertip (2750) 10 308 Win. 180 gr. Silvertip (2620) 16
30-06 180 gr. Core-Lokt PSP (2700) 15 338 Lapua 250 gr. Sierra HPBT Match (2950) 6

For hand loads or any other unique loads not shown in the above list, the table on the next
page provides a guideline for selecting the appropriate TBR performance group. Check
the ballistic performance of your bullet by consulting your reloading manual, ballistics
software, or by referring to literature or Web sites provided by your cartridge manufacturer.
You may also visit the Leupold Web site at leupold.com for more assistance in selecting
your group.

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TBR/W LOAD GROUP SELECTION TABLE: FOR BEST FIT UP TO 600 YARDS

Load

Group

Bullet Path Height @ 600 Yds.

10 MPH Crosswind

Deflection @ 600 Yds

Sight-in

Range

1

-42 to 48 inches* 10 to 28 inches 200 Yards

2

-48 to -54 inches 10 to 28 inches 200 Yards

3

-48 to -54 inches 28 to 46 inches 200 Yards

4

-54 to -60 inches 10 to 28 inches 200 Yards
5 -54 to -60 inches 28 to 46 inches 200 Yards
6

-60 to -66 inches 10 to 28 inches 200 Yards
7

-60 to -66 inches 28 to 46 inches 200 Yards
8

-66 to -72 inches 10 to 28 inches 200 Yards
9

-66 to -72 inches 28 to 46 inches 200 Yards

10

-72 TO -78 inches 10 to 28 inches 200 Yards

11

-72 to -78 inches 28 to 46 inches 200 Yards

12

-78 to -84 inches 10 to 28 inches 200 Yards

13

-78 to -84 inches 28 to 46 inches 200 Yards

14

-84 to -90 inches 10 to 28 inches 200 Yards

15

-84 to -90 inches 28 to 46 inches 200 Yards

16

-90 to -96 inches** 28 to 46 inches 200 Yards

17

-30 to -36 inches** 10 to 28 inches 300 Yards

18

-36 to -42 inches 10 to 28 inches 300 Yards

19

-42 to -48 inches 10 to 28 inches 300 Yards

20

-48 to -54 inches 10 to 28 inches 300 Yards

21

-48 to -54 inches 28 to 46 inches 300 Yards

22

-54 to -60 inches 10 to 28 inches 300 Yards

23

-54 to -60 inches 28 to 46 inches 300 Yards

24

-60 to -66 inches** 10 to 28 inches 300 Yards

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-60 to -66 inches** 28 to 46 inches 300 Yards

* If your bullet height path is less than -42 inches at 600 yards with a 200 yard sight-in, consider sighting-in at
300 yards and selecting load group 17 or 18. Alternately, you can use group 1 with a 200 yard sight-in, but the
TBR/W will be less accurate.
** If your bullet height at 600 yards is greater than -96 inches with a 200 yard sight-in or less than -30 or greater
than -66 inches with a 300 yard sight-in, the TBR/W will be less accurate.

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To activate the appropriate ballistics group, TBR must be activated and you must
choose between BAS, HOLD, MIL, or MOA. Once this has been done, pressing the
MODE button will allow you to select the appropriate ballistics group. GRP (Group)
will be shown in the upper display, and the current ballistics group will
be shown in the lower display. Press and release POWER repeatedly
to scroll through the available ballistics groups. Press MODE to
save the selection and move on to activate or deactivate Wind by
pressing and releasing POWER.

Pressing mode after your ballistic group has been selected will allow
you to activate or deactivate the wind hold feature.

When activated, the rangefinder will first display the distance to the target then show
the appropriate wind hold for the selected output. If the selected output is TRIG,
LOS, or BOW, wind cannot be activated.

Selected Output (TBR):

Wind Value Shown in:

BAS MOA

HOLD (YD/m) IN/cm

MIL MIL

MOA MOA

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FUNCTION 3: DISPLAY INTENSITY

This mode is used to adjust the brightness of the display, allowing
you to match the intensity to current conditions. Your RX-1600i
has three display intensity settings; low, medium, and high.

Navigate through the Quick Set Menu by pressing and releasing
the MODE button until “DISP” is shown in the lower display.
Press and release the POWER button to toggle between high, medium, and low. Press
MODE to save the selection.

REMEMBER: Knowing your theoretical bullet path at long ranges does not

provide a license to take shots beyond ranges at which you have practiced,

particularly at game animals or where stray shots could hit unintended targets. It is

your responsibility to have intimate familiarity with the performance of your firearm

and take full responsibility for the projectile. The RX-1600i digital laser rangefinder

may serve best as a tool for learning performance during practice at a secure range

so you are ready for that critical shot.

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FUNCTION 4: UNIT OUTPUT

This mode is used to choose between yards and meters as the
preferred unit of measure. To choose between yards and meters,
navigate through the Quick Set Menu by pressing and releasing the
MODE button until “Unit” is shown in the lower display. Press and
release the POWER button to alternate between yards and meters.
Press MODE to save the selection.

FUNCTION 5: LAST TARGET MODE

This mode is used to display the distance to the farthest object
when more than one object may be read. Multiple objects will often
return an average distance. Last Target Mode ensures an accurate
reading on the farthest object.

To activate Last Target mode, navigate through the Quick
Set Menu by pressing and releasing the MODE button until the Last
Target icon is shown in the upper right portion of the display. Press
and release the POWER button to turn Last Target on/off. Press
MODE to save the selection.

Last Target ON

Last Target OFF

Unit set to Yards ( YD)

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FUNCTION 6: 3 SELECTABLE RETICLES

This mode allows you to choose any one of the 3 preloaded reticles as the primary

aiming point for the RX-1600i TBR/W digital laser rangefinder. To select a reticle,

press and release MODE until the current reticle is blinking. Press and release

POWER to scroll through the available reticles, then press MODE when the preferred

reticle is shown. The reticle choices are as follows:

Plus PointTM: Ideal for varmints and
other small targets. Small open center
avoids coverage of very small or
distant targets.

Duplex®: Familiar reticle to shooters from riflescopes; draws eye to the center, easy to
see, does not cover the target in the center where aiming is most critical.

Duplex

®

with Plus Point

™

Plus Point

™

Duplex

®

without Plus Point

™

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CLEANING/MAINTENANCE

Blow away dust or debris on lenses, or use a soft lens brush (such as the one

found on the Leupold LensPen). To remove fingerprints, water spots or tougher dirt,

use a soft cotton cloth or the cleaning end of the Leupold LensPen. A lens tissue

with lens cleaning fluid may be used for more stubborn dirt. Always apply cleaning

fluid to the cleaning cloth, never directly to the lens.

To insert a new battery, remove battery cover (shown in diagram on page 5) and remove

exhausted battery. Insert new CR-2 battery, negative terminal first, into the battery

compartment. Close battery cover.

To focus the digital laser rangefinder, turn the eyepiece left or right (you will feel and

hear the clicking of the diopter, indicating a change to the focus has been made)

until crisp display focus is achieved.

RX-1600i TBR/W models are waterproof.

RX-1600i TBR/W includes a lanyard and is equipped with a lanyard attachment
for added security in the field. An instructional supplement is supplied in the inside
pocket of the included case.

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HELPFUL HINTS FOR USING THE LEUPOLD

R X-1600i DIGITAL LASER RANGEFINDER

HOW DO I ACTIVATE TRUE BALLISTIC RANGE (TBR/W)?

See Function 1 on page 13. Be sure to select the proper group for rifles on

pages 21-25.

HOW DO I ACTIVATE SIMPLE LINE OF SIGHT (LOS) RANGE?

Rotate through the output menu and select LOS (see page 13).

WHEN I SHOOT BASED ON THE TRUE BALLISTIC RANGE READOUT PROVIDED BY THE
RANGEFINDER, THE PROJECTILE IS NOT HITTING THE TARGET.

The first step in correctly using TBR is to Practice, Practice, Practice. Anytime

you handle a firearm or bow, you are ultimately responsible for your projectile.

Be certain that if you’re shooting a bow that “BOW” is turned on. Be certain

that if you’re shooting a rifle that “TBR” is turned on. Be certain you selected

the correct ballistics group (see pages 21-25 for rifles). It is imperative that a rifle

be sighted-in at the recommended range.

For rifles, ballistics performance of firearms and ammunition may vary from

manufacturers’ published information.

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RANGEFINDER DOES NOT PROVIDE RANGE.

• Make sure that the POWER button is being depressed (as opposed to MODE
button)

• Make sure that nothing, such as your hand or finger, is blocking the
lenses — as this could interfere with the emission and reception of the laser
pulses

• Make sure unit is held steadily while depressing the POWER button

• When using BOW mode, it is important to note that TBR readings are limited to
175 yards; readings greater than 175 yards will be displayed as a line of sight
measurement; TBR readings are limited to 800 yards for rifles

• Make sure the target is at least 5 yards away

HOW DO I ACTIVATE THE INCLINOMETER READOUT?

TBR or BOW must be activated for the angle of inclination

to display (see page 13).

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WARRANTY/REPAIR

The Leupold Electronics Warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship
in the electronic components of RX, GX, and PinCaddie Rangefinders, Vendetta
Archery Rangefinders, Leupold Thermal Optics, and other Leupold electronic
products. This warranty lasts for two-years from the date of purchase. For complete
warranty details visit leupold.com/leupold-core/leupold-dna/lifetime-guarantee.

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For product questions, consult the Leupold Web site at:
leupold.com or call (800) LEUPOLD (538-7653).

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