REED Instruments R8010, R8010-NIST User manual

Model

R8010

Instruction
Manual

Laser Distance
Meter

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Table of Contents

Safety ......................................................................................................... 3

Features ...................................................................................................... 3

Specications ............................................................................................. 4

Instrument Description ............................................................................... 5

Display Description .................................................................................... 5

Operating Instructions ........................................................................... 6-10

Measuring Range .................................................................................... 6

Target Surfaces ....................................................................................... 6

On and Off............................................................................................... 6

Clear Button ............................................................................................ 6

Reference Level Setting ........................................................................... 6

Backlight ................................................................................................. 7

Distance Unit Setting ............................................................................... 7

Single Distance Measurement ................................................................. 7

Continuous (Tracking)/Max & Min Measurement ...................................... 7

Addition/Subtraction ................................................................................ 8

Area Measurement .................................................................................. 8

Volume Measurement .............................................................................. 8

Indirect Measurement .............................................................................. 9

Three Point Measurement ....................................................................... 9

Measurement Storage ........................................................................... 10

Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 10

Care ...................................................................................................... 10

Battery Replacement ................................................................................ 10

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Safety

• Read and follow manual instructions before using this instrument

• Do not use this instrument outside the stated specications

• Do not deactivate the safety systems or remove explanatory and
hazard labels

• Do not open this instrument with any tools unless specically
indicated to do so in this manual

• Do not modify or change the product in any way

• Do not aim directly towards the sun

• Do not stare into the laser beam or direct it towards others

Features

• Designed for one-handed operation

• User selectable unit of measure (imperial/metric)

• Laser target pointer

• Reference point selection (front or rear of instrument)

• Backlit multi-line LCD display

• Calculates Area, Volume and Sum of Lengths

• Addition, Subtraction and indirect 2/3 point (Pythagoras) calculations

• Max/Min functions

• Continuous measurement mode

• Internal memory saves up to 20 readings

• Dust and splash-proof (IP54)

• Low battery indicator and auto shut off

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Specifications

Measuring Range 1.92" to 328' (5 cm to 100 m)
Accuracy ±0.0018 in/ft (±0.15 mm/m)
Measuring Units Meters, inches, feet
Sensor Type Laser
Laser Type 630 to 670nm, <1mW
Display LCD (multi-line)
Backlit Display Yes
Start Point Selection Yes (Front/Back)
Reading Mode 2 (Single/Continuous)
Maximum and

Minimum Functions Yes
Calculation Functions Addition, Subtraction, Area, Volume,

Sum of Lengths, 2 point indirect
(pythagoras), 3 point indirect

Internal Memory Yes (up to 20 readings)
Response Time 2 seconds
Auto Shut-off Yes (after 3 mins)
Low Battery Indicator Yes
Power Supply 2 "AAA" batteries
Battery Life Up to 4,000 measurements
Laser Class Class II
Product Certications CE, RoHS, IP54
Operating Temperature 14 to 122°F (-10 to 50°C)
Storage Temperature -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)
Operating Humidity Range <95% RH
Dimensions 4.5x 1.9 x 1.1" (110 x 46 x 28 mm)
Weight 3.5 oz (100 g)

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Instrument Description

1. On/Measure button

2. Area/Volume button

3. Indirect Measurement button

4. Single/Continuous Distance
Measurement function

5. Plus (+) button

6. Minus (-) button

7. Storage button

8. Reference button

9. Backlight/Unit button

10. Clear/Off button

Display Description

1. Laser is active

2. Reference level (front)

3. Reference level (rear)

4. Measurement indicator

Area measurement
Volume measurement
Indirect measurement
Indirect (second) measurement

5. Single distance measurement

6. Battery status

7. Memory history, call up values

8. Instrument error warning

9. Continuous/Max & Min measurement

10. Primary display

11. Secondary display

12. Previous result

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Operating Instructions

Measuring Range

The measuring range is limited to 328' (100m). If measuring at night or
dusk and the target is in a dark area, the measuring range will increase. To
increase the measurement range during daylight or if the target has poor
reection properties you can use a target plate.

Target Surfaces

Measuring errors can occur when taking measurements of colorless
liquids (e.g. water) or dust free glass, styrofoam or similar semi-permeable
surfaces. Aiming at high gloss surfaces may deect the laser beam and
lead to measurement errors. When measuring against non-reective and
dark surfaces the measuring time may increase.

On and Off

The On/Measure button turns the instrument and laser on. Press the
CLEAR button for a few seconds to turn the instrument and laser off. The
instrument switches off automatically after three minutes of inactivity.

Clear Button

This button cancels the last action and clears the display.

Reference Level Setting

The default reference setting is from
the rear of the instrument. Press the
REFERENCE button to take the
selection from the top of the
instrument. A special beep sounds
whenever the reference setting is
changed. After re-starting the
instrument the reference returns
automatically to the default setting.

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Backlight

Press the BACKLIGHT/UNIT button to turn the backlight on and off.

Distance Unit Setting

Hold down the BACKLIGHT/UNIT button for a few seconds to change
the unit of measure. Continue to press the button to toggle between all
units of measure. You can choose between m, ft, in.

Single Distance Measurement

Press the ON/MEASURE button to activate the laser. Press the button
again to trigger the distance measurement. The measured value will be
displayed immediately.

Continuous (Tracking)/Max & Min Measurement

The continuous measurement
function (tracking) is used for the
transferring of measurements.
In continuous measurement mode,
the meter can be moved to the target,
whereby the measured value is
updated approx. every 0.5 seconds.
The corresponding max and min
values are displayed dynamically in
the rst and second line.

For example, the user can move
from a wall to the required distance,
while the actual distance can be
read continuously. For continuous
measurement, press the MAX/MIN
button until the indicator for
continuous measurements appears
on the display. Press it again or press the ON/MEASURE button to stop
the function. The meter resumes normal operation after 100
continuous measurements.

continued ...

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Addition/Subtraction

Press the PLUS button to add the current measurement to the previous
measurement. Press the ON/MEASURE button to add the second
measured value; the result will automatically display.

Press the MINUS button to subtract the current measurement from the
previous measurement. Press the ON/MEASURE button for the result
to be shown in the summary line and the previous measurement will be
shown in the second line. Press the CLEAR button for the last step to
be cancelled. Press the MAX/MIN button to return to single distance
measurement mode.

Area Measurement

Press the AREA/VOLUME button once to enter Area Measurement mode.
The icon will appear on the display to conrm you are in the correct
mode. Press the ON/MEASURE button to take the rst measurement
(ie: length), press the ON/MEASURE button again to take the second
measurement (ie: width). Then the area/surface is automatically
calculated and displayed in the summary line on the display. The previous
measurement will be shown in the second line.

Volume Measurement

Press the AREA/VOLUME button twice to enter Area Measurement
mode. The

the correct mode. Press the ON/MEASURE button to take the rst
measurement (length), press the ON/MEASURE button again to take the
second measurement (width), press the ON/MEASURE button again to
take the third measurement (height). Then the volume is automatically
calculated and displayed in the summary line on the display. The previous
measurement will not be shown.

icon will appear on the display to conrm you are in

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Indirect Measurement

This is used to determine a distance
using two auxiliary measurements.
Press the INDIRECT MEASUREMENT
button once, the icon will appear
on the display.

Aim at the highest point and press
the ON/MEASURE button to take the
measurement. Holding the instrument
as horizontal as possible press and hold the ON/MEASURE button to
trigger continuous measurement, the horizontal line is measured and
shown in the summary and secondary lines.

Three Point Measurement

Press the INDIRECT MEASUREMENT
button twice, the

on the display. Aim at the highest
point (1) and press the ON/MEASURE
button to trigger the measurement.
Holding the instrument as horizontal
as possible press and hold the
ON/MEASURE button to trigger
continuous measurement and sweep
the laser up and down over the ideal
target point (2), press the
ON/MEASURE button again to
conrm the value. Aim at the lower
point (3) and press the ON/MEASURE
button to trigger the measurement.
The results are shown in the summary
and secondary lines at the same time.

icon will appear

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Measurement Storage

Code Cause Corrective Measure

204 Calculation error Repeat procedure

Received signal too weak/measurement

208

time too long/Distance >50m

209 Received signal too strong Target too reective (use target plate)
252 Temperature too high Cool down instrument
253 Temperature too low Warm up instrument
255 Hardware error Switch meter on/off several times*

Press the Storage button to view the previous 20 records (measurements
or calculated results). Use the + and – buttons to navigate the records.

Use target plate

Troubleshooting

*If error persists contact REED Instruments at [e-mail]

Care

Do not immerse the instrument in water. Wipe off dirt with a damp, soft
cloth. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or solutions. Handle the
instrument as you would a telescope or camera.

Battery Replacement

This instrument uses 2 "AAA" alkaline batteries. The batteries need to
be replaced when the battery symbol ashes on the display. Remove the
batteries before any long period of non-use to avoid the possibility of
corrosion. Only use alkaline batteries.

1. Remove battery compartment cover.

2. Insert new batteries, respecting the correct polarity.

3. Close the battery compartment cover.

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