geo-FENNEL GeoDist 100 Laser Distance Meter User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- geo-FENNEL
Table of Contents
- geo-FENNEL GeoDist 100 Laser Distance Meter
- SUPPLIED WITH
- Technical data
- POWER SUPPLY
- FEATURES
- OPERATION
- MENU
- DISPLAY INDICATION IN MEASURING MODE
- CAMERA FUNCTION
- MEASURING REFERENCE
- PYTHAGORAS MEASUREMENTS
- INDIRECT MEASUREMENTS VIA INCLINATION WITH HIGH ACCURACY
- INDIRECT MEASUREMENT1
- TRIANGLE AREA CALCULATION
- CIRCLE AREA CALCULATION
- STAKE OUT FUNCTION
- OFFSET FUNCTION
- TIME DELAYED MEASUREMENT
- DATA EXPORT VIA USB
- SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
geo-FENNEL GeoDist 100 Laser Distance Meter
SUPPLIED WITH
- Laser distance meter GeoDist 100
- NiMH rechargeable batteries
- USB charging cable
- Holster
- Hand strip
- User manual
Technical data
Technical data
Measuring range| | 0,2 – 100 m*
Measuring accuracy| ±2 mm **
Tilt measurement accuracy| ± 0,3°
Laser class| 2 / red
Power supply| NiMH
Temperature range| -10°C – +40°C
Measuring units| m / ft / in / ft+in
Dust / water protection| IP 65
Dimensions| 115 x 50 x 26 mm
Weight (with batteries)| 148 g
*May be shorter under unfavourable conditions **Typical accuracy, may increase under unfavourable conditions.
POWER SUPPLY
INSERT 3 X AAA NIMH BATTERIES
Ensure correct polarity when inserting the batteries.
CHARGE THE BATTERIES
Open the cover of the USB plug (bottom of the instrument) and charge the batteries via the USB connection. For this use a standard USB charger, i. e. from a smart phone. When the charging process is completed close the USB plug. Alternatively the instrument can be operated with standard AAA Alkaline batteries.
FEATURES
- Measuring key (press briefly: single measurement /press long: continuous measurement)
- ON / OFF key press briefly , back press long = ON / OFF
- Laser warning symbol
- Touch screen
- Camera function activation / zoom in and out
- Battery case
- Tripod thread
OPERATION
DISPLAY INDICATION
Power on the unit with the left display indication (start screen) will appear.
TOUCH SCREEN
The instrument is equipped with a touch screen. Coming from the start screen slide right selection of the measuring modes. slide left add / subtract
Slide down menu
The menu keys are operated with a finger tip.
MENU
- Bluetooth function.
- Measuring unit.
- Measuring reference.
- Digital vial.
- Rotate the display -> available in measuring mode.
- View memory
- Define off set.
- Time-delayed measurement Quit the menu.
- grey = off
- A = automatic transfer.
- M = manual transfer.
- m / ft / in / ft+in front, tripod, rear.
- grey = off.
- slide = scroll.
- delete arrow buttons = select digit.
- + / – = set value
- measurement starts after 5 seconds.
DISPLAY INDICATION IN MEASURING MODE
HORIZONTAL LEVELLING DISPLAY INDICATION
In order to increase the measuring accuracy in horizontal direction the instrument offers a levelling support in the display
Numerical slope indication: Preferably keep the instrument at 0°.
Optical support
Green bar move the bar exactly between the marks.
GENERAL NOTES
After 3 minutes without operation the instruments powers off auto-
matically. The instrument automatically saves the last 1.000 measured values.
The integrated tilt sensor 360° is always active. In all measuring modes
(except single and continuous measurement) the red line shows which parameter
will be measured next. The green L shows the parameter to be determined.
CAMERA FUNCTION
Press to activate the camera function in all measuring modes, in case the target is not visible with the eye -especially in case of outdoor measurement zoom in/out Start the measurement.
MEASURING REFERENCE
Press to select the requested measuring reference.
FRONT
TRIPOD
REAR
ADDITION / SUBTRACTION
In the modes distance measurement, area and volume calculation slide left and select + or – to execute the requested task.
SINGLE MEASUREMENT
Power on the unit – measuring mode: single measurement For taking measurements press
CONTINUOUS MEASUREMENT
Keep pressed. Sweep slowly the unit back and forth over the selected target point. Press to stop the continuous measurement. Display indication: maximum, minimum and the last measured value.
Navigation within the following measuring modes
Select the required menu item and confirm by a short press repeat the mode leave the mode.
AREA CALCULATION
Select and press S for the first distance for the second distance Display indication line 3 area for a new area calculation, press the OFF button to quit this mode.
VOLUME CALCULATION
Select and press V for the first distance for the second distanc for the third distance Display indication line 4 volume for a new volume calculation, press the OFF button to quit this mode.
PYTHAGORAS MEASUREMENTS
IMPORTANT
It is essential to observe the following
- When measuring the horizontal distance (2nd dimension), the measurement must be taken at a 90° angle to the measuring surface.
- To do this, use the inclination indicator (0°)
- All measurements must be vertically in line without lateral deviation.
- Use a tripod to increase the measuring accuracy.
PYTHAGORAS 2-POINT
Select and press the inclined distance for the horizontal distance. Display indication line 3 height
PYTHAGORAS 3-POINT
Select and press for the inclined distance top for the horizontal distance for the inclined distance bottom Display indication line 4 height.
PYTHAGORAS 3-POINT / PARTIAL HEIGHT
Select and press the inclined distance top for the inclined distance bottom for the horizontal distance Display indication line 4: partial height.
INDIRECT MEASUREMENTS VIA INCLINATION WITH HIGH ACCURACY
Where direct measurements to the target are not possible, e.g. on glass facades without measurement reflection or when the measurement object is obscured: Measure partial distances, missing distances are calculated by the device.
Here a general note
All measurements must be vertically in line without lateral deviation. Use a tripod to increase the accuracy of the measurement.
INDIRECT MEASUREMENT1
Select and press Display indication line 1: angle.Display indication line 2: inclined distance top Display indication line 3: height. Display indication line 4: horizontal distance
INDIRECT MEASUREMENT 2
Select and press for the inclined distance top top point for the inclined distance botton. Display indication line 1: angle Display indication line 2: inclined distance top Display indication line 3: inclined distance bottom Display indication line 4: height.
MEASUREMENT POINT TO POINT
Select and press. Hold the unit steady and imperatively wait until the self-
calibration is completed. for the first distance for the second distance
Display indication line 1: angle
Display indication line 2: distance to the first measuring point. Display
indication line 3: distance to the second measuring point. Display indication
line 4: distance between both measuring points. In order to increase the
measuring accuracy especially for long distances use a tripod.
TRAPEZOID MEASUREMENT 1
Select and press for the first distance for the second distance for the third distance. Display indication line 4: length of the slope, i.e. slope of the roof .
TRAPEZOID MEASUREMENT 2
Select and press for the first distance for the second distance. Display indication line 1: angle diagonal-horizontal. Display indication line 2: altitude. Display indication line 3: length of the hypotenuse. Display indication line 4: length of the slope, i.e. slope of the roof.
TRIANGLE AREA CALCULATION
Select and press the first distance for the second distance for the third distance.Display indication line 4: triangle area.
CIRCLE AREA CALCULATION
Select and press S for the diametre.Display indication line 1: diametre Display indication line 2: circumference. Display indication line 3: circle area.
CYLINDRICAL VOLUME
Select and press S for the diametre for the height. Display indication line 1: diametre Display indication line 2: height. Display indication line 3: cylinder area Display indication line 4: cylinder volume.
STAKE OUT FUNCTION
Select and press switch the digits with the arrow buttons· define the requested offset with + / – start with The red arrow shows in which direction the unit must be moved to reach the distance required. When approaching the target an accoustic signal will sound.
OFFSET FUNCTION
Select and press switch the digits with the arrow buttons define the requested offset with + / – confirm with The activation of the offset function will be displayed permanently by this symbol.
B
The offset function is permanently active, even after powering off/on of the
unit. This function must be de-activated after finishing the measuring task.
TIME DELAYED MEASUREMENT
Select and press The measurement starts after 5 seconds.
MEMORY
The instrument automatically saves the last 1.000 measured values. Data recall
DATA EXPORT VIA USB
Conncect the GeoDist 100 to a PC / laptop by means of the USB cable. Search for the device within the explorer and click. The excel file shown lists all measured values recorded. GeoDistConnect App iOS and Android.Free GeoDist CONNECT APP for Android and iOS for digital processing of the measurements
- Photograph and dimension measurement situations.
- Dimension imported photos.
- Create and dimension sketches.
- Create measurement data lists.
Data export e.g. by e-mail for further processing. You will find the GeoDist CONNECT APP for smartphones / tablets, iOS units from iOS 7.0 in the App Store Android units from Android 4.3 in Google Play Compatible with Bluetooth 4.0 or higher. You will find the user manual for the App on our homepage www .geo-fennel.de; category laser distance meters.
SAFETY NOTES
INTENDED USE OF INSTRUMENT
The instrument emits a visible laser beam in order to carry out the following
measuring tasks depending on the instrument): distance measurements. SPECIFIC
REASONS FOR ERRONEOUS MEASURING RESULTS Measurements through glass or plastic
windows; dirty laser emitting windows; after the instrument has been dropped
or hit. Please check the accuracy. Large fluctuation of temperature: If the
instrument will be used in cold areas after it has been stored in warm areas
or the other way round please wait some minutes before carrying out
measurements.
CARE AND CLEANING
Handle measuring instruments with care. Clean with soft cloth only after any
use. If necessary damp the cloth with some water. If the instrument is wet
clean and dry it carefully. Pack it up only if it is perfectly dry. Transport
in original container / case only.
ELECTROMAGNETIC ACCEPTABILITY (EMC)
It cannot be completely excluded that this instrument will disturb other in-
struments e.g. navigation systems will be disturbed by other instruments e.g.
intensive electromagnetic radiation nearby industrial facilities or radio
transmitters.
CE-Conformity
The instrument has the CE mark according to EN 61326-1:2013, 61326-2-2:2013,
300 328 v2.1.1:2016, 62479:2010, 61010-1:2010.
EXCEPTIONS FROM RESPONSIBILITY
- The user of this product is expected to follow the instructions given in the user manual. Although all instruments left our warehouse in perfect condition and adjustment the user is expected to carry out periodic checks of the product’s accuracy and general performance.
- The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility of results of a faulty or intentional usage or misuse including any direct, indirect, consequential damage, and loss of profits.
- The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for consequential damage, and loss of profits by any disaster earthquake, storm, flood etc. fire, accident, or an act of a third party and/or a usage in other than usual conditions.
- The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage, and loss of profits due to a change of data, loss of data and interruption of business etc., caused by using the product or an unusable product.
- The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage, and loss of profits caused by usage other than explained in the user manual.
- The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for damage caused by wrong movement or action due to connecting with other products.
WARRANTY
This product is warranted by the manufacturer to the original purchaser to be
free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of
two (2) years from the date of purchase. During the warranty period, and upon
proof of purchase, the product will be repaired or replaced with the same or
similar model at manufacturers option, without charge for either parts or
labour. In case of a defect please contact the dealer where you originally
purchased this product. The warranty will not apply to this product if it has
been misused, abused or altered. Without limiting the foregoing, leakage of
the battery, bending or dropping the unit are presu-med to be defects
resulting from misuse or abuse.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Do not stare into the beam. The laser beam can lead to eye injury.
- A direct look into the beam even from greater distance can cause damage to your eyes.
- Do not aim the laser beam at persons or animals.
- The laser plane should be set up above the eye level of persons.
- Use the instrument for measuring jobs only.
- Do not open the instrument housing. Repairs should be carried out by authorized workshops only. Please contact your local dealer.
- Do not remove warning labels or safety instructions.
- Keep the instrument away from children.
- Do not use the instrument in explosive environment.
- The user manual must always be kept with the instrument.
LASER CLASSIFICATION
The instrument is a laser class 2 laser product according to DIN IEC 60825-1:2014. It is allowed to use the unit without further safety precau- tions. The eye protection is normally secured by aversion responses and the blink reflex. The laser instrument is marked with class 2 warning labels.
Please note
If you return instruments for repair / for adjustment to us please
disconnect batteries or rechargeable batteries from the instrument this is
for safety reasons.
References
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