Tripp Lite T030-50M Owner's Manual

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Owner’s Manual

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Laser Distance Meter –

50 m (165 ft.)

Model: T030-50M

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Table of Contents

Package Contents ............................................................................... 3

Product Features ................................................................................3

Safety Instructions ..............................................................................4

Keypad ...............................................................................................4

LCD Screen ......................................................................................... 5

Battery Installation ............................................................................ 6

Operation ............................................................................................7

On/Off Function ...................................................................................7

Taking Measurements ..........................................................................7

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

Continuous Measurement ................................................................7

Area Measurement ..........................................................................7

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

Pythagorean (Indirect) Measurement ................................................8

Lofting ..........................................................................................10

Add/Subtract Measurement ............................................................10

Measurement Benchmark Setting ...................................................11

Function Setting Switch..................................................................11

Battery Power Instruction ...............................................................11

Signal Strength .............................................................................11

Data Storage/Invoke ......................................................................11

Error Codes and Solutions .................................................................12

Specifications ................................................................................... 13

Product Registration and Regulatory Compliance ..............................14

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Package Contents

Product Features

• T030-50M

• (x2) AAA Batteries

• Carrying Case

• Hang Rope

• Reflector Board

• Owner’s Manual

• Reduce estimation errors by improving measurement accuracy

• Simple one-button operation instantly measures the distance between two
objects

• Allows for quick calculation of area and volume

• Bright laser light provides targeting ease, especially at long distances

• Measure up to 50 m (165 ft.) with +/- 1 mm (0.04 in.) accuracy

• Pythagoras function measures height from two indirect measurements

• Quick addition and subtraction function

• Device automatically powers off when not in use, improving battery life

• Backlit screen improves visibility

• Rubber over-mold for extra protection and durability

• Compact and lightweight design for convenient storage and portability

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Safety Instructions

Keypad

Prevent Eye Damage and Personal Injury

• Carefully read all safety information and instructions before using the

product

• Use product only as specified

• Do not use around explosive gas, vapor or in wet/damp environments

• Discontinue use of product if it does not operate correctly or is damaged

• Do not look into the laser or point it directly or indirectly at reflective

surfaces, a person or an animal

• Do not open product if repairs are needed; only repair through an approved

technical site

• Keep product out of reach of children and unauthorized personnel

• Discard batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations

Add/Subtract/Unit ON/Measurement

Storage

OFF/Clear

Length/Area/Volume

Benchmark

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LCD Screen

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Laser On

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Measurement of Edge

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Lofting Function

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Battery Condition

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Data Storage

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Quantity of Data Storage

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Signal Strength

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Auxiliary Display

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Lord Measurement Display

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Delay Measurement

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Distance Measurement

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Instructions of Area, Volume,

Pythagorean (Indirect)
Measurement

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Measurement Unit

(m2 and m3 Included)

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Battery Installation

Note: Use only 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries.

Open the battery door on the back of the device and insert the included (x2)
AAA batteries according to the correct polarity. Close the battery door. Batteries
should be replaced when the icon flashes in the display.

Note: If the device will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries
to avoid corrosion.

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Operation

On/Off Function

1 To turn on the device, press . Press again to activate the

laser.

2 To turn off the device, press and hold for 3 seconds.
3 When the device is on but not in use, the backlight will shut off within 15

seconds. After 30 seconds of no use, the laser will shut off. The device will
automatically shut off after 3 minutes of inactivity.

Taking Measurements

Single Measurement

Turn on the device and activate the laser. Once the laser is activated, press

to get a single distance measurement. Measurement results will

display on the screen and automatically be stored in the system.

Continuous Measurement

Turn on the device and activate the laser. Once the laser is activated, press and
hold for 2 seconds to start the continuous measurement function.
The main display will indicate the measured results, and the auxiliary screen
will show the maximum and minimum distances measured.

Area Measurement

Turn on the device and activate the laser. Once the laser is activated, quickly
press for the icon to display on the LCD screen. The icon’s bottom
edge will flash. When this happens, do the following:

1 Press to measure the first edge (length).
2 Press to measure the second edge (width).

The device will automatically calculate the area and its measurement will
display on the screen. Press to remove the previous result and
prepare for the next measurement.

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Operation

Volume Measurement

Turn on the device and activate the laser. Once the laser is activated, press

twice for the screen to display the icon. One of the cube icon’s edges

will flash. When this happens, do the following:

1 Press to measure the first edge (length).
2 Press to measure the second edge (width).
3 Press to measure the third edge (height).

The device will automatically calculate the volume and display the
measurement on the screen. Press to remove the previous result and
prepare for the next measurement.

Pythagorean (Indirect) Measurement

Notes:

• There are three measuring modes to get unilateral distance measurements by way
of the Pythagorean theorem. This is a convenient way for users to indirectly measure
within complex environments. Pressing will activate this mode. See the below
instructions for details.

• The length of the right side of the triangle must be shorter than the hypotenuse side in
order for the device to calculate the measurement. If this is incorrect, the device will
display an error signal.

• To ensure accuracy, the measurement must be measured from the same starting point
with a measuring order of hypotenuse and then right side.

1 Turn on the device and activate the laser. Once the laser is activated, press

three times for the screen to display the icon. In the icon, the
triangle’s hypotenuse will flash. Press to first measure the length
of the (a) dotted line of triangle. Repeat this step to measure the second
dotted line of the triangle (b). The length of (x) of the solid line is calculated
automatically by the meter.

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Operation

2 Turn on the device and activate the laser. Once the laser is activated, press

four times for the screen to display the icon. In the icon, the top
triangle’s hypotenuse will flash. Press to first measure the length of
the (a) dotted line of triangle. Repeat this step twice to measure the second
dotted line of the triangle (b) and then the third dotted line of the triangle
(c). The length of (x) of the solid line is calculated automatically by the
meter.

3 Turn on the device and activate the laser. Once the laser is activated, press

five times for the screen to display the icon. In the icon, the top
triangle’s hypotenuse will flash. Press to first measure the length of
the (a) dotted line of triangle. Repeat this step twice to measure the second
dotted line of the triangle (b) and then the third dotted line of the triangle
(c). The length of (x) of the solid line is calculated automatically by the
meter.

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Operation

Lofting

1 Turn on the device. Press and hold for 2 seconds.
2 Designate the a value (initial distance from the target) and b value (spacing

interval distances) by using (to move digits) and (to adjust
digit values).

3 Once values are set, place the meter on a flat surface and near the wall.

Press to activate the laser. Slowly move the meter away from the
wall until the value on the screen reads 0 (initial point).

4 Continue to slowly move the meter further away from the wall and mark

every space where the value on the screen reads 0.

Add/Subtract Measurement

Single distance measurement is calculated by adding/subtracting to get an
accumulated measurement.

1 Quickly press to turn on the device, then press again to

activate the laser. Once the laser is activated, press . The icon will
appear on the main screen. You can switch between adding ( )
or subtracting ( ) by pressing repeatedly. Pressing will set
each measurement point.

• In the Distance mode, the accumulative value or distance between the

measurements taken will display on the main screen.

• In the Area/Volume mode, after taking measurements, press to

calculate. The results will display on the main screen.

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Operation

Measurement Benchmark Setting

Press to switch between front benchmark and end benchmark functions.
The meter takes the end benchmark as its default.

Function Setting Switch

1 Press and hold until the icon flashes.
2 Press the keypad keys to select the mode you want to use.

Battery Power

The meter’s battery power is at full capacity when the icon displays all
three bars. When the icon is missing bars, battery power has been used. This
icon will flash when a battery replacement is required.

Signal Strength

The meter’s signal is at full strength when the icon displays all five bars.
The signal is weaker when fewer bars are displayed.

Data Storage/Invoke

1 Press .
2 Press to navigate the values previously found/measured.

Front Benchmark End Benchmark

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Error Codes and Solutions

Code Reason Solution

b.L Low Voltage Change battery

t.L Low Temperature Bring meter to warmer temperature

t.H High Temperature Bring meter to cooler temperature

d.H Data Overflow Measure again

S.L Weak Signal Test strong reflection ability of target

S.H Strong Signal Test weak reflection ability of target

H.F Hardware Error Restart

Contact Tripp Lite Tech Support if meter
continues to fail

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Specifications

Measurement Distance Up to 50 m (165 ft.)

Measurement Precision +/- 1 mm

Unit Options Meters/inches/feet

Test Time 0.1 to 3 seconds

Laser Time II & 635nm, <1mw

Automated Calibration Precision Y

Continuous Measurement Y

Area Measurement Y

Pythagorean Measurement Y

Add and Subtract Measurement Y (Length/area/volume)

Max & Min Value Y

Data Storage Y

Signal Indicator Y

Power Indicator Y

Auto Power Off 150 seconds

Backlit Display Y

Key Tone Y

Lofting Function Y

Built-in Bubble Level Y

Battery Type 1.5V alkaline, AAA (x2)

Battery Cycle 15,000 measurements

Operating Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)

Storage Temperature -25 to 60°C (-13 to 140°F)

Dimensions [H x W x D] 108 x 51 x 31 mm (4.25 x 2 x 1.22 in.)

Weight 88 g (0.19 lb.)

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Product Registration and
Regulatory Compliance

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FCC Notice, Class B

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Tripp Lite could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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Product Registration and
Regulatory Compliance

WEEE Compliance Information for Tripp Lite Customers and Recyclers
(European Union)

Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and
implementing regulations, when customers buy new electrical and electronic
equipment from Tripp Lite they are entitled to:

• Send old equipment for recycling on a one-for-one, like-for-like basis
(this varies depending on the country)

• Send the new equipment back for recycling when this ultimately becomes waste

WARNING

Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment
can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to
significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended.

Tripp Lite has a policy of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change
without notice.

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