Trimble 5.2XL User Manual

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Applications

General Leveling and Aligning

1. Place the laser on a flat surface. The laser must be level within its self­leveling range.

2. Adjust the position of the Line or Point Beams so they are at the desired
positions.

3. Mark the position of the wall, elevation, floor or ceiling.

Installing and Plumbing a Wall

1. Place the laser so the Vertical Line

Beam is positioned over the desired
wall location (usually indicated by 2
floor marks).

NOTE: If the floor track is already

installed the laser should be placed
on the 1213-0600 Mounting
Bracket or 1213-0150 Universal
Tripod Mount so the Vertical Line
can be positioned over the edge of
the track.

2. Use the Vertical Line Beam to
position the top track.

Batteries

Installation/Removal

CAUTION: The batteries should be removed when storing the laser more
than 30 days.

1. Release the battery door latch using your fingers, a coin, or a screwdriver.
Open the door.

2. Install/remove the AA batteries. Insert the positive (+) end first to ease
installation.

Note: When installing the batteries, be sure to note the positive (+) and

negative (–) diagrams molded on the battery housing.

3. Close the battery door and latch it shut.

Disposal

Some areas have regulations regarding the disposal of batteries. Be sure to
dispose of discharged batteries properly.

5.2XL

5-Point & CrossLine Laser

User Guide

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Spectra Precision® Laser 5.2XL from the Trimble®
family of precision products. This simple-to-use tool allows you to perform
leveling or vertical plumb work. You can also use the laser outdoors for
leveling and aligning applications (optional HR220 receiver required).

Before using the laser, be sure to read this operator’s manual carefully.
Included in it is information about setting up, using, and maintaining the
laser. Also included in this manual are CAUTIONS and Notes. Each of these
words represents a level or danger or concern. A CAUTION indicates a hazard
or unsafe practice that could result in

minor

injury or property damage. A

Note indicates important information unrelated to safety.

Your comments and suggestions are welcome; please contact us at:

Trimble Spectra Precision Division
8261 State Route 235
Dayton, Ohio 45424 U.S.A.
Phone: [phone]
[phone]
FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.trimble.com/spectra

6. Laser Line Exit Windows ­Horizontal and Vertical

7. Protective Rubber Bumper

8. Compensator Lock /
Manual Mode Switch

Applications

Features

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1. Power / Mode button

2. Manual Mode / Compensator
Lock On LED

3. Power On / Low Battery LED

4. Receiver Mode On LED

5. Receiver Mode Button

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9. Laser Pointer Exit Windows (5)

Left, Right, Up, Down, Front

10. ⅝ x 11 Thread and

¼ x 20 Thread

11. Battery Door

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General-Purpose Clamp

The C61 clamp allows the receiver to be attached to a survey rod or wooden pole.

1. Release Tab – allows the receiver to be locked onto or released from the

general-purpose clamp.

2. Jaws – close/open so that the

general-purpose clamp can be
attached to or released from a
survey rod or wooden pole.

3. Jaws Screw – controls the

closing/opening of the jaws.

4. Reading Edge – aligns with the

receiver’s on-grade marking
notches.

5. Bubble Screw Holes – are where the optional 1277-6251S rod bubble kit

is mounted.

Basic Operation

1. Unlock the laser’s compensator by sliding the switch to the LEFT.

NOTE: For added mechanism protection always lock the laser when not in

use by sliding the switch to the RIGHT.

2. Press the POWER button, the POWER LED illuminates GREEN. To
turn OFF the laser, PRESS & HOLD the POWER button for 3 seconds.

3. Each time the POWER button is pressed the laser beams will cycle through
the following sequence: H LineV LineHV Lines5 PointsAll Beams

4. When the unit is tilted out of its self-leveling range the laser beams will
blink 2 times per second.

5. The laser can be taken out of automatic self-leveling mode to perform
slope work by locking the laser’s compensator (slide the switch to the
RIGHT). In this mode the LOCK symbol LED will illuminate GREEN,
and the laser beams will flash 3 times every 30 seconds.

6. To operate the laser with the HR220 receiver press the RECEIVER
button. The RECEIVER LED will illuminate GREEN.

7. When the batteries need changed the POWER LED illuminates RED.

8. To turn OFF the laser, PRESS & HOLD the POWER button for 3 seconds.

3. Use the Vertical Line Beam to position the floor track.

4. To locate the plumb point over a wall corner or other point place the
Down Point Beam over the corner or mark. Use the Up Point to
determine the top track corner location.

Over Tall Floor Track or Obstacles

with

1213-0600 Mounting Bracket

Ceiling

with 1213-0150 Universal

Tripod Mount and 1213-0120

Ceiling

Plate

Columns with 1213-0150 Universal

Tripod Mount

Converting from 5/8 x 11 to 1/4 x 20

Mounting Threads

1 M (4 Ft) Marks with

1213-0600 Mounting Bracket

Universal Tripod Mount
(1213-0150)

12. Fold Out Tripod Legs

13. Plumb Beam Quick-

Alignment Reference Point

14. Platform Locking Knobs

15. ⅝x 11 Thread and ¼ x 20

Mounting Thread Storage
Locations

16. Slot for setup over floor track

17. Notches for Mounting Straps

18. Magnet (Removable)

19. Mounting Bracket 1213-

0600

20. Magnets

21. ¼ x 20 Sliding Mounting

Knob

22. Slot for Floor Track

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HR220 Receiver

1. Power and Audio Button – turns the
receiver ON and OFF and changes the
audio to LOUD, LOW or OFF.

a. Automatic Shutoff - If the photocell

does not detect the laser beam for 30
minutes, the receiver shuts off
automatically.

2. Marking Notches (both sides) – align
with the on-grade portion of the
photocell and are used to mark elevation
readings. The marking notches are 50
mm (2 in.) from the top of the receiver.

3. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) –
displays the elevation, power, audio and
battery status.

4. Bubble vials - aids in keeping receiver
level in both horizontal and vertical
planes.

5. Photocell – detects the laser beam when
it strikes the receiver.

6. Audio Port – is the opening the sound
comes out of.

7. Clamp-Tab Recess – is the area that the
general-purpose clamp’s release tab fits
into.

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HR220 Receiver (cont.)

8. Label – shows the serial number and manufacturing date.

9. Magnet—holds the receiver on a wall molding, cross-T, runner, etc.

10.LEDs – show the position of the receiver relative to the laser beam (above
grade [red], on grade [green] or below grade [blue]).

11.Battery Housing – holds 2 AA alkaline batteries.

12. Battery Door Latch– opens the batter y compartment.

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Installing a Ceiling

1. Measure up from the floor (or other reference
mark) to the finished ceiling height.

2. Install the first piece of wall molding.

3. Slide the top half of the ceiling plate
assembly (1213-0120) behind the wall
molding, then attach the bottom half of
the assembly by lifting the top half away
from the wall.

4. Attach the Universal Tripod Mount
(1213-0150) to the laser and magnetically
attach it to the ceiling plate so that the
level beam is at wall molding height. Install
the rest of the wall molding.

NOTE: Setup is similar if using the 1213-

0600 Mounting Bracket / 0002-3480
ceiling plate combination.

5. Lower the laser 5 cm (2.0 in.) on the
ceiling plate so that the level beam is at the
horizontal target elevation.

6. Install the ceiling’s cross Ts and main Ts.

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North & Latin America

Trimble Spectra

Precision Division
8261 State Route 235
Dayton, Ohio 45424

U.S.A.

[phone] (Toll Free)

[phone] Phone

[phone] Fax

Europe

Trimble Kaiserslautern GmbH

Am Sportplatz 5

67661 Kaiserslautern

GERMANY

[phone] Tel

[phone] Fax

Africa & Middle East

Trimble Export Middle-East

P.O. Box 17760

Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai

UAE

[phone] Phone

[phone] Fax

Asia-Pacific

Trimble Navigation Singapore

PTE Ltd.

80 Marine Parade Road, #22-06

Parkway Parade

Singapore, 449269

[phone] Phone

[phone] Fax

China

Trimble Beijing

Room 2805-07, Tengda Plaza,

No. 168 Xiwai Street

Haidian District

Beijing, China 100044

[phone] Phone

[phone] Fax

www.trimble.com.cn

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: [phone], and ask for the ÒWEEE

associate,Ó or

mail a request for recycling instructions to:

Trimble Europe BV
c/o Menlo Worldwide Logistics
Meerheide 45
5521 DZ Eersel, NL

Trimble Spectra Precision Division
8261 State Route 235
Dayton, Ohio 45424-6383
U.S.A.
[phone] Phone

www.trimble.com

© 2011, Trimble Navigation Limited. All rights reserved.

Reorder PN 0002-3442C (02/11)

Height of Instrument (HI)

Rod Reading

1.32 m (4.34 ft)

Benchmark

30.55 m (100.23 ft)

HI = Rod Reading + Benchmark
HI = 1.32 m + 30.55 m = 31.87m (4.34 ft + 100.23 ft = 104.57 ft)

6 m (20 ft)
minimum

5 ft (1.5 m)
minimum

6 m (20 ft)
minimum

Warranty

Trimble warrants the 5.2XL to be free of defects in material and
workmanship for a period of three years. For the first 24 months, Trimble
or its authorized Dealer or 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. For months 25 through 36 an exchange
fee may apply. This warranty period is in effect from the date the system is
delivered by Trimble or its authorized Dealer to the purchaser, or is put
into service by a Dealer as a demonstrator or rental component.

Trimble or its Authorized Service Center will repair or replace, at its
option, any defective part or components of which notice has been given
during the warranty period.

Customers should send products to the nearest Authorized Factory,
Dealer, or Service Center for warranty repairs, freight prepaid. In
countries with Trimble Service Subsidiary Centers, the repaired products
will be returned to the customer, freight prepaid.

Any evidence of negligent, abnormal use, accident, or any attempt to
repair equipment by other than factory-authorized personnel Trimble
certified or recommended parts, automatically voids the warranty.

Special precautions have been taken to ensure the calibration of the laser;
however, calibration is not covered by this warranty. Maintenance of the
calibration is the responsibility of the user.

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 an implied warranty merchantability of fitness for a particular
purpose, is hereby disclaimed. This warranty is in lieu of all other
warranties, expressed or implied.

Maintenance and Care

Handling Precautions

When transferring the laser from a very low temperature to a warmer
environment or visa versa, always allow time for the laser to reach the new
temperature before using. Allowing this time is especially important when
transferring the laser from an extremely heated/cold vehicle to the job site.

System Cleaning

For maximum performance and accuracy always keep the lenses clean. When
cleaning, apply very light pressure and use only a good quality glass cleaner on
a soft cloth to clean the exterior of the laser and its lenses.

CAUTION: A dry cloth or abrasive organic cleaner could scratch or damage
these surfaces.

CAUTION: Do not submerge the laser.

Storage

When you’re not using the laser, store it in its pouch/carrying case.

CAUTION: Do not store the laser in a wet pouch/carrying case. If the
pouch/carrying case gets wet, let it dry before storing the laser in it.

Calibration

Before each use, be sure to check the laser for signs of damage. If the laser has
been dropped or subjected to other rough treatment, it should be checked for
accuracy. For instruction on checking calibration, please visit our website
support list at www.trimble.com/support.shtml.

Request for Service

To locate your local dealer or authorized Trimble Service Center outside
the U.S.A for service, accessories, or spare parts, contact one of our offices
listed below.

Specifications

Laser

Horizontal and Vertical Lines
Beam Accuracy

1,2

± 1,5mm @ 5 m (± 1/16 in. @ 17 ft)

Level and Square Points
Beam Accuracy

1,2

± 1,5mm @ 5 m (± 1/16 in. @ 17 ft)

Down Point Beam Accuracy

1,2

± 1mm @ 0.5 m (± 1/16 in. @ 2.5 ft)
Self-Leveling Range ± 4° from level
Out-of-Level Indicator Beam flashes
Visual Working Range 30 m (100 ft)
Manual Mode and Compensator
Lock Indicator

LED On and beam flashes 3 times every

30 seconds.
Laser Class / Type 3A per CDRH, 3R per IEC 60825-1

(less than 5mw) / 635 nm
Line Beams Fan Angle 150 degrees
Power Source 3 AA alkaline
Battery Life

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10 hours, All beams on (Duracell alkaline)
Low-Battery Indicator POWER LED turns RED
Operating Temperature Range –10 °C to 45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F)
Size H11.5 x W13.1 x D7.9 cm (4.5 x 5.2 x 3.1 in.)
Weight 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs)

1) at 21° C (70° F)

2) along the axis

Determining the Height of Instrument (HI)

The height of instrument (HI) is the elevation of the laser’s beam. The HI
is determined by adding the grade-rod reading to a benchmark or known
elevation.

1. Set up and level the laser.

2. Attach the receiver to a grade rod and turn on the receiver.

3. Place the grade rod on a job-site benchmark (BM) or known elevation.

4. Slide the receiver up/down the grade rod until the LCD shows an
on-grade reading.

5. Add the grade-rod reading to the benchmark to determine the height of
instrument.

Example:

Benchmark elevation = 30.55 m (100.23 ft)
On-grade rod reading = + 1.32 m (4.34 ft)
Height of instrument = 31.87 m (104.57 ft)

6. Use this HI as a reference for all other elevations.

Laser Setup with a Tripod

1. Set up the tripod in the middle of your work area (or wherever is best for
your application needs). Make sure the setup is stable.

Note: The typical operating radius of the system is 75 m (250 ft).

Note: For best system performance, do not set up the laser within 6 m

(20 ft) of a wall. Also do not use the receiver within 6 m (20 ft) of the
laser or within 1.5 m (5 ft) of a wall. At these close ranges, the receiver’s
electronics may give incorrect beam elevation information due to the laser
beam reflecting off of the walls.

2. Attach the laser directly to a 5/8" x 11 tripod or 1/4" x 20 tripod with
adapter (0002-3420).

3. Turn on the laser and receiver.

Laser Safety

Use of this product by people other than those trained on this product may
result in exposure to hazardous laser light.

• Do not remove warning labels from the unit.

• The 5.2XL is Class 3A/3R (< 5mW, 600 ... 680 nm).

• Never look into the laser beam or direct it to the eyes of other people.

• Always operate the unit in a way that prevents the beam from getting into

people‘s eyes.
NOTE: It is required to post a Laser Safety Sign and to read, sign and carry a

Laser Operator's Card when this laser is operated in public places.
To download and print the required materials please visit our website support
list at www.trimble.com/support.shtml.

Using the Receiver with a Laser

1. Press the power/audio button to turn on the receiver. Also make sure the
Receiver Operation LED on the 5.2XL laser is GREEN (if not, press the
RECEIVER button on the 5.2XL)

2. Position the receiver so that its photocell faces the laser.

3. Move the receiver up/down until the LCD and LEDs show an on-grade
reading.

Note: The LCD shows a down arrow and red LED when the receiver is

above the laser beam, an up arrow and blue LED when below it, and a
horizontal line and green LED when centered in the laser beam.

Learning the Receiver Functions

Turning On/Off the Receiver

Low Battery

Above Grade

On Grade

Below Grade

Audio On

3. Slide the survey rod or wooden pole
between the clamp’s jaws.

4. Turn the jaws screw clockwise to hold
the general-purpose clamp securely in
place.

Attaching the Receiver to a Grade Rod

1. Slide the general-purpose clamp into
the receiver until it “clicks” into
position.

2. Turn the jaws screw counterclockwise
to open the clamp’s jaws.

1. Press the power/audio button
to turn on the receiver.

Note: When the receiver is

initially turned on/off, all LCD
symbols, LEDs, and the audio
signal are turned on for one second.

2. Press and hold the power/audio
button for one second to turn off
the receiver.

Selecting the Audio Function

The receiver always starts up with the audio mode (loud) active.

1. Press the power/audio button repeatedly to cycle the audio level - loud, low
or off.

Note: If the audio function is on, the receiver beeps quickly when the

receiver is above the laser beam, slowly when below it, and continuously
when centered in the laser beam or on grade.

LCD/LED/Audio Information

LCD Readout Function Audio Output

LED
Indication

Down arrow High Fast beeping tone Top red LED:

solid

Center bar &
down arrow

Fine-high Fast beeping tone Top red LED:

flashing

Center bar On-grade Continuous tone Middle green

LED: solid

Center bar
& up arrow

Fine-low Slow beeping

tone

Bottom blue
LED: flashing

Up arrow Low Slow beeping

tone

Bottom blue
LED: solid

LCD
Indication

Battery Low battery N/A Flashing symbol
Horn Audio Loud Loud Solid symbol

Audio Low Low Flashing symbol
Audio Off None No symbol

Receiver

Accuracy ±1.0 mm (±⅓ in.)
Elevation Readout Front LCD and simultaneous rear corner LEDs (red,

green, and blue)
Audio Control Loud / Low / Off
Capture Height 50 mm (2 in.)
Marking Notches 50 mm (2 in.) below top of receiver
Power Source 2 AA alkaline batteries
Battery Life 50+ hours
Low-Battery Indicator Flashing battery symbol on LCD
Automatic Shutoff 30 minutes after last laser strike or button press
Drop Resistance 1.5 m (5 ft) onto concrete at room temperature
Water Proof / Dust Proof Yes - IP67
Operating Temperature –20 °C to 60 °C (–4 °F to 140 °F)
Storage Temperature –40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F)
Regulatory Conformance 2004/108/EC; 2002/95/EC; 2002/96/EC