Digi-Pas DWL-1500XY Smart Precision Machinist Level User Manual

: June 15, 2024
: Digi-Pas

Table of Contents

Digi-Pas DWL-1500XY Smart Precision Machinist Level
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
DEVICE OVERVIEW
OPERATION PROCEDURE
QUESTION AND ANSWER
WARRANTY
FCC Statement
References
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Digi-Pas DWL-1500XY Smart Precision Machinist Level

Product Information

Specifications

Model : DWL-1500XY & DWL-1300XY
Measuring Range : 0.002/ft. or 40-second
Resolution : 0.0002/ft. or 5-second
Accuracy : N/A (not provided in the manual)
Repeatability : N/A (not provided in the manual)
Measurement Speed : DWL-1300XY – 3 seconds, DWL-1500XY – 5 seconds
Display Type : LED
Power Supply : 2 x AA 1.5V Batteries / USB
Connectivity : Bluetooth (50 feet range)
Material : PC ABS / Zinc Alloy
Operating Temperature : N/A (not provided in the manual)
Storage Temperature : N/A (not provided in the manual)
Dimension (mm): 149 x 51 x 40
Nett Weight (Approximate) : DWL-1300XY – 500 grams, DWL-1500XY – 580 grams

Device Overview
The DWL-1500XY and DWL-1300XY are 2-Axis Smart Precision Machinist Levels. They are designed for use in up-right positions only.
The device features a zinc alloy base, an LED display, and an ON/OFF button. It also has a USB port for alternate power supply.

Product Usage Instructions

Device Setup

Ensure the device is placed in an up-right position.
Insert two AA 1.5V batteries into the battery compartment or connect the device to an external USB power source.
Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the device.

Taking Measurements

Place the device on the surface you want to measure.
Wait for the device to stabilize and display the measurement on the LED screen.
Read and record the measurement.

FAQ

Q: What is the measuring range of the DWL-1500XY and DWL-1300XY?
A: The measuring range is 0.002/ft. or 40-second.
Q: What is the resolution of the DWL-1500XY and DWL-1300XY?
A: The resolution is 0.0002/ft. or 5-second.
Q: How do I power the device?
A: You can use two AA 1.5V batteries or connect the device to an external USB power source.
Q: What is the connectivity range of the device?
A: The device has a Bluetooth range of 50 feet.

2-Axis Smart Precision Machinist Level
Model: DWL-1500XY & DWL-1300XY

Caution
Device is operable on up-right positions only

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Note : Contents in this instruction manual are continuously updated, please check Digi-Pas website for the latest version.

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The information in this manual was correct at the time of printing, stored in CD or upload-ed in the Company website. However, Digipas Technologies Inc. will continue to improve products and reserves the rights to change specification and maintenance procedures at any time without prior notice.

Digi-Pas ® Products were manufactured under ISO9001 & ISO14001 standards, tested to comply by the followings certification bodies

DEVICE OVERVIEW

Technical Specification

| DWL-1300XY| DWL-1500XY
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Measuring Range| 0° ~ ±5.00° (Dual-Axis)| 0° ~ ±2.000° (Dual-Axis)
Resolution| 0.002”/ft. or 40-second or 0.01°| 0.0002”/ft. or 5-second or 0.001°
Accuracy| ±0.004”/ft. or ±0.02° from 0° ~ 0.5°

±0.04° at other angles

| ± 0.0004”/ft. or ± 0.002° from 0° ~ 0.5°

± 0.004° at other angles

Table 1. Technical specification

Notes

Product specification and appearance are subject to change for product improvement without prior notice. – *Alternative power can be obtained from External USB Power Source.
Product performance to specification complies with accredited Calibration & Test Providers in USA, Japan, UK, and Germany to conform with NIST, JIS, UKAS & DIN under the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA). For more information, please visit “www.digipas.com”.

Device Overview

USB Port for alternate power supply
Zinc Alloy base
LED Display
ON/OFF button :
- Power On/Off
- Exit from “Absolute Level” mode
MODE button :
- Change measurement axis (X or Y)
- Press & Hold to turn on/off Bluetooth.
Alternate Zero button :
- Press for Alternate Zero mode
- Press & hold for Absolute level mode
Battery cover screw
Battery cover
Calibration mode buttons (simultaneous press)

“Alternate zero” Mode
Enable user to measure relative angles at a common plane with respect to a reference angle. Set any angle to 0.000 ° as a reference.

LED Display overview

Bluetooth indicator
Calibration mode indicator
Degree unit indicator
Measurement value
Absolute Level mode indicator
Alt. Zero mode indicator
Y Axis direction indicator
X Axis direction indicator

List of Items

Item No.	Description	Quantity
1	Smart Digital Machinist Level	1 Unit
2	Certificate of calibration	1 Set
3	Quick Guide	1 pc
4	Digipas Smart Levels redemption card	1 pc

Table 1. List of items

OPERATION PROCEDURE

Insert 2 pieces of ”AA” batteries into the battery compartment and press ON/OFF button. Alternatively, insert USB power source to the USB Port to power up the de- vice. Take note that the device performance might be affected when a poorly regulated USB power source is used.

****Please ensure batteries are inserted incorrect polarity direction for a device to work.

. Switching Axis reading
To change display reading value from X to Y axis or vice versa, press “ MODE ” button, the green arrow-head signs on left/right screen indicate X-axis measurement while top & bottom arrow-head signs indicate Y-axis measurement.

Absolute Level mode
To operate in “Absolute Level” mode, press & hold “ALTERNATE ZERO” button for ≥ 2 seconds, ABS icon (on top-left corner) & number “1” show up on LED display.

Place the device on the surface to be measured. Press “ MODE ” button to start the measurement and wait until countdown number reaches zero.

****Please ensure the contact surfaces of the device and measuring plane are clean and free from dust particles.

Next, the screen displays “2” turn the device 180° press (reverse direction) and press “ MODE ” button to start the measurement and wait until countdown reaches zero.

Once completed step 1& 2, “ABS icon” on top left corner of display lights up to indicate that the device is in Absolute Level mode.
To exit ABS Mode press “ON/OFF” button.

Alternate Zero mode
To operate in “Alternate Zero” mode, place device on the surface to be measured & press “ ALTERNATE ZERO ” button, “ALT” icon show up on LED display and measurement value should indicate 0.
To exit Alternate Zero mode, press “ ALTERNATE ZERO ” button once, ALT icon turns off.

Turn Device Bluetooth on/off
To turn Bluetooth on/off user needs to press & hold “ MODE ” button until “ BT ” icon turns off.

Calibration Mode

1. Turn Off device. Next, Press & Hold “ ON/OFF ” button & then “ ALTERNATE ZERO ” button simultaneously, release both buttons when displays flashing “01”.

2. Place the device to position 1. Press “ MODE ” button once and wait until count-down reaches “0”, LCD screen displays flashing “02”.

3. Turn the device 180° (reverse position) to position 2. Press “MODE” button once again and wait until countdown reaches “0”. LCD screen automatically switch to measuring mode once calibration step 2 is completed.

4. Verify your calibration result by comparing the measurement value of current position with the device after turning 180° (in reverse position). If displayed measurement value differs > 0.001°, the device has not been calibrated properly (e.g. surface unevenness due to rough surfaces or dirt, etc.). Please put a device on smooth surfaces to re-calibrate again.

****Calibration tutorial video available on Digipas website, please visit the following link:https://www.digipas.com/support/video.php

QUESTION AND ANSWER

Why device display value is not zero when placing on a flat surface?
This situation happens when a precision level is placed on a rough, dirty or uneven sur-face. Precision digital levels are very sensitive to surface unevenness where it is placed. Ensure that contact surfaces are clean and smooth to get consistent readings.
Digi-Pas® precision digital level has a smart built-in feature that allows users to perform self-calibration to completely remove any residue offset value and set the device to its factory accuracy. See video links in www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Me8C0YhnAs on how to perform “User-Self Calibration”. An alternative to perform self- calibration steps, users may choose an easy ‘quick solution’ to simply perform the Absolute Level Setting on the surface of the object to be measured to remove any residual offset on each measurement to be taken.
Why do I get two different readings when placing the device on front facing, and then replacing it on the reversed facing?
Your precision digital level may have been subjected to extreme physical or temperature shocks during usage, transportation or storage that affected its accuracy. An offset value of reading may have been present in the device. Digi-Pas® precision digital level has a smart built-in feature that allows users to perform self-calibration to completely remove any residue offset in the device and set the device to its factory accuracy. See video links in www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Me8C0YhnAs how to per-form “User-Self Calibration”. An alternative to perform self- calibration steps, users may choose an easy ‘quick solution’ to simply perform the Absolute Level Setting on the surface of the object to be measured to remove any residual off-set on each measurement to be taken.
Digipas Smart Levels App unable to pair with a device. What should I do?
Device battery level might be low, please replace 2 new batteries.
Digipas Smart Levels App is unable to find device. What should I do?
Please ensure device Bluetooth is enabled to establish wireless connection. To enable/disable Bluetooth connection, press and hold device’s MODE button.

WARRANTY

Digi-Pas® 2-Axis High Precision Digital level is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in workmanship and material. Digipas Technologies Inc. will, at its option, re-pair or replace any defective part which may malfunction under normal and proper use period of 2 (two) of purchase. The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from misuse, abuse, assignment, or transfer by the Buyer. or interfacing, outside of environment the product. Digipas Technologies Inc. that the operation of instrument software, or firmware, will be uninterrupted or error-free. The exclusive remedy under any and all war-rants and guarantees expressed herein, and we shall not be liable for damages from loss or delay of equipment uses, consequential, or incidental damage. No other Warranty is expressed or implied. Digipas Technologies Inc. specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

Limitation of Liability
In no event shall Digipas Technologies Inc, (hereinafter, “the Company”) be liable to you or any third party for any indirect, special, incidental, exemplary or consequential dam-ages of any kind resulting from any performance or use of the product. This includes with-out limitation: property damage, loss of value of the product or any third party products that are used with the product, or loss of use of the product or any third party products that are used with the product, even if the Company has been advised of the possibility of such loss or damages. The Company’s total cumulative liability arising from or related to the product, whether in contract, tort (including negligence) or otherwise, amount actually the product. Some states and/or jurisdictions do or limitation of consequential dam-ages, apply to you. If any applicable law, then the limitations of liability set forth above shall apply to the maximum extent permitted under applicable law.

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

The radiated output power of this device meets the limits of FCC radio frequency expo-sure limits.
Caution : Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance to this equipment would void the users’ authority to operate this device.