
Battery Status
Full -
Batteries OK
Half Initial
Warning
Move clamp position
Center on-grade clamp position - clamp
position is sensed automatically and
displayed. Standard center position displays
an equal amount of information above
and below grade. With no clamp, center
on-grade.
Offset on-grade clamp position - clamp
position is sensed automatically and
displayed. Offset clamp position moves
the on-grade location to allow more grade
information to be displayed above grade.
This is useful in applications where going
below grade is not required, i.e. driving
stakes down to grade.
Rod Clamp
Outline -
Approx.
30 Minutes
Remaining
Flashing -
Change
Batteries
Specications
Working Radius: 1 m - 460 m (3 ft - 1500 ft)
(Laser dependent):
Laser Detection Height: 127 mm (5“)
Numeric Readout Height: 102 mm (4“)
Accuracy (Dead band):
Ultra Fine 0.5 mm 0.02 in 1/32 in
Super Fine 1.0 mm 0.05 in 1/16 in
Fine 2.0 mm 0.10 in 1/8 in
Medium 5.0 mm 0.20 in 1/4 in
Coarse 10.0 mm 0.50 in 1/2 in
Calibration 0.1 mm 0.01 in 1/64 in
Reception Angle: ± 45° minimum
Detectable Spectrum: 610 nm ... 780 nm
Beeper Volumes: Loud = 110 dBA
Medium = 95 dBA
Low = 65 dBA
LED Grade Indicators: Front, Green on-grade,
Red Hi/Low
Power Supply: 2 x 1.5 Volt “AA” batteries
Battery Life: 60+ hours
Automatic Shut Off: Selectable, 30 min, 24 h, Off
Environmental: Waterproof, Dustproof to IP67
Weight without clamp: 371 g (13.1 oz.)
Dimensions without
clamp: 168 x 76 x 36 mm
(6.6” x 3.0” x 1.4”)
Operating Temperature: -20°C...+60°C (-4°F... +140°F)
Storage Temperature: -40°C...+70°C (-40°F...+158°F)
*Specifications subject to change without notice.
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HL700 Laserometer
User Guide
EMC Declaration of Conformity
This receiver has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device for radio noise for digital apparatus set out in the
Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communication, and is pursuant to part 15 of the Federal Communication
Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This receiver generates radio frequency. If it’s not used in accordance
with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. Such interference can be determined by turning the receiver off and on. You are encouraged to try eliminating the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the laser and the receiver.
For more information, consult your dealer or an experience
radio/television technician.
CAUTION: Changes or modications to the receiver that are not ex-
pressly approved by Trimble could void authority to use the equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC
Manufacturer’s Name: Trimble Navigation Ltd.
Manufacturer’s Address: 5475 Kellenburger Road
Dayton, Ohio 45424-1099 U.S.A.
European Representative Address: Trimble GmbH Am Prime Parc 11
65479 Raunheim, Germany
Model Number: HL700
Conformance to Directive(s): EC Directive 89/336/EEC using
EN55022 and EN50082-1
Equipment Type/Environment: ITE/residential, commercial
& light industrial
Product Standards: Product meets the limit B and
methods of EN55022
Product meets the levels and
methods of IEC 801-2, 8 kV air,
4 kV contact IEC 801-3, 3 V/m
26 to 1000 MHz 80%, @ 1 kHz
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1. Captive Rod Clamp Screw - attaches to the back of detector.
2. Alignment Points (2) - help secure and align rod clamp.
3. Clamping Screw Knob - secures clamp to rods by moving the
traveling jaw. Clockwise tightens; Counterclockwise loosens.
4. Reference Bar - top of bar is aligned with on-grade.
5. Traveling Jaw - moving jaw grips tightly to rods.
6. Reversible Face - slanted face for round and oval rods; flat face
for rectangular and square rods.
Notice to Our European Union Customers
For product recycling instructions and more information,
please go to: www.trimble.com/environment/summary.html
Recycling in Europe
To recycle Trimble WEEE,
call: +31 497 53 2430, and
ask for the “WEEE associate,” or
Mail a request for recycling instructions to:
Trimble Europe BV c/o Menlo Worldwide Logistics
Meerheide 45 5521 DZ Eersel, NL
Warranty
Trimble warrants the HL700 to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years. Trimble or its authorized service
center will repair or replace, at its option, any defective part, or the entire
product, for which notice has been given during the warranty period. If
required, travel and per diem expenses to and from the place where
repairs are made will be charged to the customer at the prevailing rates.
Customers should send the product to Trimble Navigation Ltd. or the
nearest authorized service center for warranty repairs or exchange,
freight prepaid. Any evidence of negligent, abnormal use, accident,
or any attempt to repair the product by other than factory-authorized
personnel using Trimble certied or recommended parts, automatically
voids the warranty. The foregoing states the entire liability of Trimble
regarding the purchase and use of its equipment. Trimble will not be
held responsible for any consequential loss or damage of any kind. This
warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, except as set forth above,
including any implied warranty merchantability of tness for a particular
purpose, are hereby disclaimed. This warranty is in lieu of all other
warranties, expressed or implied.
Trimble Construction Division
5475 Kellenburger Road
Dayton, Ohio 45424-1099
U.S.A.
+1-937-245-5600 Phone
www.trimble.com
© 2008, Trimble Navigation Limited. All rights reserved.
Reorder PN 1277-3850 (05/08)
N324
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Front view
1. Keypad - Power, Accuracy, Units & Volume switches.
2. LED-Display - Green for on-grade & Red for high / low
3. Beeper output - Fast, solid & slow audible signal.
4. Bubble Vial - aids in keeping HR700 level.
5. Anti-strobe sensor - Reduces false indication from
strobe lights.
6. SuperCell Reception Window - 5 in / 127 mm of height.
7. Front LCD - Displays elevation, settings and status.
8. On-grade Mark - Aligned with laser center on-grade
reading.
Installing the Batteries
1. Open the battery door using a coin or similar pry device to release the battery door tab.
2. Insert two AA batteries noting the plus (+) and minus (-) diagrams inside the battery housing.
3. Close the battery door. Push down until it “clicks” into the locked position.
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Rear view
9. Battery Door & Latch for two “AA” batteries.
10. Marking Notch (3.15 in / 80 mm from top).
11. Captive Screw Thread, Center on-grade clamp position.
12. Captive Screw Thread, Offset on-grade clamp position.
13. Clamp Guides - Dimples align rod clamp.
14. Serial Number / ID Label.
15. Rear LCD - repeats indications of front LCD.
16. Rubber over mold - Protects the unit from drops

Action Display Remarks
Action Display Remarks
Turn power ON/OFF
Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn
power OFF.
Select accuracy
Press once to change current setting
(A beep confirms the selected volume.)
Select beeper volume
Press once to display current setting;
push again to scroll through options.
Select units of measure
Press once to display current setting,
additional pushes to scroll through options.
Select brightness of LEDs
+
Press together to cycle the selection.
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Beeper
Loud
mm - cm - in - frac - ft
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3
Accuracy in mm:
0.5 1.0 2.0 5.0 10.0
Beeper
Medium
LEDs
Bright
Beeper
LEDs
Dim
Initialization:
1. Test of LCD, LED and beeper
2. CAL: Calibration (3 sec.)
3. Unit is ready for use.
(Do not power up the unit in a laser beam
or strobe. If detected, the unit will display
“E200” and revert to the previous
calibration.)
The selected unit of measure determines
the displayed deadband (accuracy).
The current accuracy is stored in memory
and will be retained when the unit is turned
off or when batteries are replaced.
(No symbol)
Beeper
Low
Off
The current unit of measure is stored in
memory and will be retained when the unit
is turned off or when batteries are replaced.
(No symbol)
LEDs
OFF
The current beeper
volume is stored in
memory and will be
retained when the unit is
turned off or when batteries are replaced.
The current brightness of LEDs
is stored in memory and will
be retained when the unit is
turned off or when batteries are
replaced.
CAPTURE Function
A) HL700 is in the laser beam and the
power is on:
1 x quick
B) HL700 is out of the laser beam and
power is on:
1.
1 x quick
2. Place the HL700 in the beam. (Example:
Fasten it to a measuring rod, bring the
HL700 into the laser beam. You now have
5 seconds to plumb the rod and get the
reading captured.)
Special Menu Functions
Press switches
together for 2 sec
.
+
How to change Menu functions:
1. Scrolling up or down.
2. Enter Change mode.
3. Change selected items
4. Confirm change.
5. To Exit.
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or
The current elevation reading will be held. A flashing
display will confirm the
reading has been captured
A short intermittent
beep (The beeper
+
will turn on to Low if
turned off.)
The beeper will
chirp rapidly after
+
approximately 5
seconds to confirm
beam capture. A flashing
display will also indicate
the reading has been
.
captured
(for 2 Sec., then SENS)
SENS Sensitivity Medium*-HighLow
AVG Averaging algorithm Medium*High - Low
D.R.O. Numeric display ON*-OFF-.1mm
UNIT Units of measure MM*-CM-IN-FRAC-FT
FRC.R. Fractional Reduction ON*-OFF
ARRW Arrow Display DB*(deadband)-PR (prop.)
O.O.B. Out-of-Beam Display ON*-OFF
GRD.A. Grade Alarm ON-OFF*
A.S.O. Automatic shutoff 0.5h*-24h-OFF
TX.O.L. Transmitter Out-of-Level OFF*RPS
TX.O.B. Transmitter Low Battery OFF*-RPS
INFO Information about the Laserometer
Automatic Shutoff
A.S.O. (Automatic Shut Off):
0.5 - After 30 Minutes*
OF - Off (Unit is permanently on.)
24 - 24 hour shutoff.
Out-of-Beam Display
O.O.B. (Out-of-Beam Display):
Sequence to show direction to get back in
the laser beam ( for 25 s)
ON - Out-of-Beam Display ON*
OF - Out-of-Beam Display OFF
Press any switch to return to normal
operation.
.
Press any switch to return to normal
operation.
Change special Menu Functions only in the
case of special job requirements!
Sensitivity of reception
SENS (Sensitivity):
Selects reception sensitivity to laser and
other light sources.
MD - Medium*: for most applications.
HI - High: When laser beam is
weak, or at very long distances.
LO - Low: If outside sources are
disturbing elevation readings
Grade Alarm
GRD.A. (Grade Alarm):
When turned ON, disables the audible
signal when on-grade. When moved out
of the on-grade deadband, the beeper
activates as normal:
ON - Alarm on (Solid beeper OFF)
OF - Alarm off (Solid beeper ON)*
* Default setting
For more information about special Menu
Function contact the manu-facturer,
importer or your local dealer
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