7. PREPARING FOR USE
7.1.Choose an observation post.
7.2.Rotate the objective frame to bring the reticule in sharp focus.
7.3.Check range finder for proper operation:
-Battery voltage;
-The range finder for proper functioning.
7.3.1.To analyze the battery voltage, set the
BEFORE REPLACING BATTERY, SET SELECTOR TO OFF.
7.3.2.To check the range finder for proper functioning, proceed as follows:
- Binocular the range finder on the target; - set the
- as the readiness indicator comes on, release the MEASURE 1 button and read the measured range;
-compare the range measurement result with the actual
distance.
The range finder is in good working order if the range measurement is accurate to 5 m.
If no precise target range is available, the range finder is checked for proper functioning by measuring the range three times on the same target. The range finder is functioning properly if the measurements differ within a maximum of 5 m. In the absence of the returned signal, zeroes are displayed in all the digit positions of the range indicator (00000). In the absence of the outgoing pulse, zeroes are displayed in all the digit positions and the decimal point, in the third position.
7.4.To use AI and tripod for observation, proceed as follows: Arrange the tripod on selected site;
Extend the telescoping legs at the desired length so that one of them aligns with the ranging direction. Level the base as far as
practicable.
In case you do not use the tripod proceed as follows:
-unscrew the
-fit the stay block on to the wooden object and tighten it up pressing lengthwise.
-The AI is installed and leveled through the use of
-Secure AI by clamp.
-Sliding the range finder along the AI bracket guides, fit the AI
clamp into the
7.5.Use the AI compass or the reference directional angle to align the range finder with the base line.
7.5.1.To align the range finder with the base line, proceed as follows: find the base reference (BR) from the formula:
BR = α base – α ref ± 30.00’
Where α base is the base line directional angle;
αref is the directional angle of the given reference line; Binocular the range finder on the reference point;
rotate the azimuth dial to align the base reference value read
thereon with the venire zero. Now, the range finder is aligned with the base line within 30.00 mils;
turn the clamping handle to lock the azimuth dial in position.