QM95 Quick Measure
Distance Meter
User Guide
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Spectra Precision QM95 from the Trimble family of precision products. This
Before using the Quick Measure, read this operator’s manual carefully. Included is information about operation, safety and maintenance.
Ensure that the operating instructions are with the laser distance meter when it is given to other persons.
Your comments and suggestions are welcome; please contact us at:
Trimble Spectra Precision Division 8261 State Route 235
Dayton, Ohio 45424 USA Phone: +1 (937)
+1 (800)
Fax: +1 (937)
Internet: www.trimble.com/spectra
Features
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Subtract Button |
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Side Measure
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Included with the QM95: Pouch, unit, battery, user guide
Batteries - Installation
1.Open the battery compartment.
2.Remove the batteries from the packaging and insert them in the tool.
NOTE When installing batteries note the positive (+) and negative
3. Close the battery compartment cover.
Battery disposal - Some areas have regulations regarding the disposal of batteries. Be sure to dispose of discharged batteries properly.
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Quick Start Guide |
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Features - LCD Detail
CAUTION: The batteries should be removed when storing the laser more than 30 days.
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Features - LCD Detail
Unit OFF | Press | Press Time Press 2 | Press Time | Press 3 | Press Time | Comment |
Single Measure |
| Short | Short |
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Continuous Measure |
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| Beeps if sound is on |
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Unit ON |
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Change measure |
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| Cycle front or back |
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Area |
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Addition |
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| Adds next measure |
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Subtraction |
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| Subtracts next measure |
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Sound on / off |
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| Cycle on / off |
3.112m
12.324m
8.235m
6.507m
Units of measure
3rd prior measure
2nd prior measure
Previous measure
Current measure
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| Indicates laser is activated |
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| Indicates measure reference is from back |
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| Indicates measure reference is from front |
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| Automatic detection of tab extension and indicates |
| measure reference is from extension |
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| More bars indicate more battery power remaining |
| Flashing indicates it is time to change batteries |
| Unfavorable signal conditions |
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| Temperature too high or too low |
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Units of measure | Long | Cycle through units |
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Clear previous action | Short | Erase previous action |
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Power off | Short |
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General Operation
Single distance measurement
1)Switch on the laser beam by pressing the Measure Button.
2)Point the laser dot to the surface to be measured. (Default measure reference is from bottom of the tool).
3)Press the Measure Button once again. The measured distance will be displayed.
4)Press the Power On/Off Button to switch off.
Continuous measurement
1)Press and hold the Measure Button for 2 seconds to activate continuous measuring mode. The tool beeps during continuous measure mode if beeper is turned on.
2)Press the Measure Button again to stop continuous measure. When continuous measure is stopped, the last valid distance measurement is displayed on the result line.
Continuous measure can be useful to find the shortest distance to a wall or longest distance to a corner as shown.
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Power on/off options
1)The Quick Measure is designed to allow quick measurements by pressing the Measure Button to switch on the tool and activate the laser. In this case, measurement is accomplished when the Measure Button is pressed the second time.
2)It is also possible to use the power button to switch on the tool. In this case, the Measure Button must be pressed once to activate the laser and a second time to accomplish a measurement.
Area
1)Press the measure button to turn on the unit (or the Clear button to clear)
2)Press the Area button
3)Press the Measure button to measure the first side as shown on the LCD screen
4)Press the Measure button to measure the second side as shown on the LCD screen. The Area will be shown, along with both measures.
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