SIMMONS SPH800 ProHunter 800 Laser Rangefinder Owner’s Manual

SIMMONS SPH800 ProHunter 800 Laser Rangefinder

PARTS GUIDE

Feature

BATTERY ACTIVATION

Before first use: Remove the battery compartment cover by twisting the cover counterclockwise. Remove the plastic disc. Replace battery and battery cover.
NOTE: It is recommended that the CR2 3-volt lithium battery be replaced at least once every 12 months. Please insert it into the negative compartment end first.

BATTERY LIFE INDICATOR

Battery Level Indicator Icon:

• Full charge
• 3/4 battery level remaining
• 1/2 battery level remaining
• 1/4 battery level remaining
• Battery icon blinks – battery needs to be replaced, and the unit will not be operable.

BASIC OPERATION

• To activate the laser rangefinder, press and release the Power/Fire button to show the display.
• If the display appears blurry, rotate the rubber eyecup/diopter adjustment in either direction until the display is sharp for your vision.
• Placing the aiming circle (located in the center of the display) on a target at least 5-6 yards away, depress and hold the Fire button down until the range reading is displayed below the aiming circle.
• Once a range is acquired, you can release the Fire button. The four “crosshairs” just outside the aiming circle will go out, indicating the laser is no longer transmitted. The display will remain on and display the last distance measurement for about 10 seconds until the display automatically switches off to extend battery life.
• You can press the Fire button again at any time to check the range to a new target. To re-fire, press the button again.
• To scan the laser across an area and get continuously updated range readings, continue to hold the Fire button down and sweep the rangefinder over multiple targets. The crosshairs outside the aiming circle will flash to indicate scan operation.

DISPLAY INDICATORS/ICONS

The ProHunter rangefinder’s display incorporates the following illuminated indicators:

1. Bow Mode

2. Battery Level Indicator

3. Aiming 12 MOA Circle/Dot

4. Primary Numeric Display displays Line-of-sight Distance

5. Range (Distance) Units: Y=Yards, M=Meters

6. Secondary Numeric Display
   (True Horizontal Distance for Bow Mode)

7. SETUP Mode

8. TILT™ Mode Angle Indicator
   

Regular Mode with Automatic SCAN (LCD Indicator – none)

This setting allows most targets to range up to 800 yards. This setting is used for moderately reflective targets that are typical of most distancing situations. The minimum distance in the standard mode is five yards. To use the Automatic SCAN feature, press and hold the Fire button, then move the rangefinder from object to object while keeping the Fire button depressed. Automatic SCAN will allow the range to be continuously updated as multiple objects are targeted. Crosshair lines flash while scanning.

TILT™ Mode

The ProHunter Laser Rangefinder with TILT™ is designed with hunters in mind. Bowhunters have struggled with extreme uphill and downhill angles because of how these angles alter true horizontal distance to your target. The TILT™ solution: an integrated inclinometer provides angular data to a processor chip when targeting either uphill or downhill objects. This data is combined with internal algorithmic formulas. The user-selectable TILT™ modes allow you to adjust the performance parameters of the unit to suit your specific situation and environment.

Along with the standard “line of sight” distance, when the Fire button is released, the ProHunter laser rangefinders’ display can also show you the true horizontal distance (see TILT™ Modes section). For example, a bowhunter in a tree stand may aim at a downhill deer at a -52º relative to his position. The line of sight distance is 32 yards, but he is likely to “overshoot” the target based on that. The THD distance (compensated for the angle) reads 23 yards. That is the distance the hunter should base his shot.

USING THE SETUP MENU

The Setup Menu is used to select various options, such as the TILT™ Mode (Bow, Rifle, etc.) and distance units (Yards or Meters) of your preference. After powering on the unit, enter the Setup Menu and hold the Mode button down until “SETUP” appears in the display. You will remain in the Setup Menu until you change or confirm all possible settings (varies depending on selected TILT mode), and “SETUP” is no longer displayed. Once in the Setup Menu, press the Mode button to scroll through or toggle the available items. Press the Fire button to confirm and save the currently displayed option/setting.
The first item you can select from the Setup Menu is the TILT Mode. Press the Mode button until the icon for the mode you want is displayed. Press the Fire button to confirm and continue selecting other related options/ settings. More details regarding the various TILT modes are in the next section.

TILT™ MODES

• REGULAR Mode ( ) : This mode does not provide any degree of elevation or compensated distance information (no secondary display, only the line of sight distance. Select this mode (press the Fire button with “rE9” displayed while in Setup) for general purpose use or not use the rangefinder for bow or rifle hunting applications. After confirming your selection of Regular mode, the only other item in the Setup Menu is the Unit of Measure option. Pressing the Mode button will toggle the Units from the default “Y” (yards) to “M” (meters).
  Press the Fire button to confirm your selection (leave units set to Yards or change it to Meters) and exit the Setup Menu, returning to normal operation.

• BOW Mode ( ) : Calculates and displays the degree of incline, and the resulting true horizontal distance in yards or meters, in addition to the line of sight distance. Select this mode (press the Fire button with the bow icon displayed while in Setup) for bowhunting. After confirming your selection of Bow mode, the only other item in the Setup Menu is the Unit of Measure option. Pressing the Mode button will toggle the Units from the default “Y” (yards) to “M” (meters). Press the Fire button to confirm your selection (leave units set to Yards or change it to metric) and exit the Setup Menu, returning to normal operation.

Bow Mode Example

The true horizontal distance is shown near the bottom of the display, alternating with the tilt angle in degrees. For example, a bowhunter in a tree stand may aim at a downhill deer at a -52º angle relative to his position. The line of sight distance is 37 yards, but he is likely to “overshoot” the target based on that. The THD distance (compensated for the angle) reads 23 yards. That is the distance the hunter should base his shot.

If he were to shoot as if the target was 37 yards away, he would shoot over the top of the deer because of the severe angle.

If in BOW mode, the line of sight distance will display in the primary numeric display, and the inclination and horizontal distance will display in the secondary numeric displays.

Simmons® determined through extensive testing and interviews with high-profile bow hunting experts that multiple bow ballistic groups were unnecessary. Bow- hunters want to know true horizontal distance because that is how they practice shooting. Once they confidently know that, they can make any necessary adjustments—giving the bow-hunter anything else other than horizontal distance creates additional confusion and uncertainty.

Many people mistakenly believe that uphill shots perform differently from downhill shots because of gravity.
However, it is not due to gravity but more of an aberration of the sighting system used on bows. The sighting pin on a bow resides several inches above the mechanical axis of the arrow. For example, when aiming 23 degrees up an incline, the arrow is at a different angle.

CLEANING AND GENERAL CARE

The lenses of your Simmons ProHunter laser rangefinder are fully coated for the highest light transmission. As with any fully coated optics, take special care in cleaning the lenses. Follow these tips for proper lens cleaning:

• Blow away any dust or debris on the lens (or use a soft lens brush).

• To remove dirt or fingerprints, clean with the supplied microfiber cloth rubbing in a circular motion. Use of coarse cloth or unnecessary rubbing may scratch the lens surface and eventually cause permanent damage.
  The included washable microfiber cleaning cloth is ideal for the routine cleaning of your optics. Breathe lightly on the lens to provide a slight amount of moisture, then gently rub the lens with the microfiber cloth.

• For a more thorough cleaning, photographic lens tissue and photographic-type lens cleaning fluid or isopropyl alcohol may be used. Always apply the fluid to the cleaning cloth – never directly on the lens.

• The rangefinder is manufactured and tested to withstand water exposure up to IPX4 standards. It is water-resistant but should not be submerged.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Never disassemble your laser rangefinder. Irreparable damage can result from unauthorized service attempts, which also void the warranty.

If the unit does not turn on, the display does not illuminate:

• Depress Power/Fire button.
• Check and, if necessary, replace the battery. If the unit does not respond to button presses, replace the battery with good quality CR2 3-volt Lithium battery.
• If unit powers down (display goes blank when attempting to power the laser):
• The battery is either weak or low quality. Replace the battery with a new 3 -volt lithium battery (CR2).

If the user cannot obtain the target range:

• Make sure the display is illuminated.
• Make sure that the Power/Fire button is being depressed.
• Ensure that nothing, such as your hand or finger, blocks the lenses at the front of the rangefinder that emits and receives the laser pulses.
• Make sure the unit is held steady while depressing the Power/Fire button.

NOTE: The last range reading does not need to be cleared before ranging another target. Aim at the new target using the display reticle, depress the power button, and hold until new range reading is displayed.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SKU| MAG X OBJ LENS DIAM.| MAX RANGE (Y/M) REFLECTIVE TARGET| RANGE TO TREE (Y/M)| RANGE TO DEER (Y/M)| RANGING ACCURACY| LENGTH (IN/MM)| WEIGHT (OZ /G)
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
SPH800| 6x20mm| 800/731.5| 400/365.7| 350/320| +/- 1 yd| 4.2/107| 5.1/145

SIMMONS LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY

All Simmons products are engineered to deliver to your expectation and manufactured to withstand the rigors of the outdoors for the lifetime of the product. In the event that our product fails you, we will stand behind it and repair it at no cost to you. If we can’t repair the product then we will replace it with a product of equal or better value. No receipt required and fully transferable.

*All Simmons® products carry a limited warranty against defects in workmanship or materials. Product lifetime is defined as 30 years for Riflescopes, 20 years for binoculars and spotters, 5 years for electro-optics and electronic components (laser rangefinders, tube red dots, and reflex sights). Coverage period start date is determined by proof of purchase or manufacturing date of the product. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage; damage caused by failing to properly maintain the product; loss; theft; damage as a result of unauthorized repair, modification, or disassembly; intentional damage, misuses, or abuse. This Warranty will be void if the date stamp or other serialization codes have been removed from the Product. We may replace your product with a product of equal or better physical condition.

How can I request service under my warranty?

No receipt, warranty card, or product registration is required in order to assert a Warranty claim. All claims must be submitted within the Warranty Period outlined within Product Manual. USA & CANADA RETURNS: If you believe your request falls within the outlined warranty period, please call us at 1-800-423-3537 or send us a message through our Contact Form and we will help to resolve any issue.

WARNING: THIS PRODUCT USES A LITHIUM BASED BATTERY. LITHIUM BATTERIES CAN OVERHEAT AND CAUSE DAMAGE IF PHYSICALLY ABUSED. DO NOT USE BATTERIES THAT ARE DAMAGED OR SHOW SIGNS OF PHYSICAL WEAR.

FCC Statement

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.
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.

Shielded interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Specifications and designs are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

Important Note: Radiation Exposure Statement

• This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
  This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 0cm between the radiator and your body.

• This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment

(Applicable in the EU and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This equipment contains electric and/or electronic parts and must therefore not be disposed of as normal household waste. Instead, it should be disposed at the respective collection points for recycling provided by the communities. For you, this is free of charge.
If the equipment contains exchangeable (rechargeable) batteries, these too must be removed before and, if necessary, in turn be disposed of according to the relevant regulations (see also the respective comments in this unit’s instructions).
Further information about the subject is available at your community administration, your local waste collection company, or in the store where you purchased this equipment.

FDA SAFETY

Class 1 laser product in accordance with IEC 60825-1:2007.
Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for conformance with IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3., as described in Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019.
Caution: There are no user controls, adjustments or procedures. Performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in access to invisible laser light.

Industry Canada Statement :

This device complies with ISED’s license-exempt RSSs. 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.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’ ISED applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable.

Radiation Exposure Statement /

This device complies with the Industry Canada portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment and is safe for the intended operation as described in this manual.
Further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the product can be kept as far as possible from the user’s body or if the device is set to a lower output power if such function is available.

You’ve made the right decision by choosing the Simmons ProHunter 800

Laser Rangefinder!

Studying this manual will help you optimize your viewing experience by explaining how to utilize the rangefinder’s features and how to care for it. Read the instructions carefully before using your rangefinder.
Your Simmons® ProHunter™ is an ultra-compact, premium laser rangefinder with the latest digital technology, providing precise range readings from 5-800 yards. The Simmons ProHunter™ delivers extremely fast target acquisition, with +/- 1 yard accuracy to the maximum range. This rangefinder features Simmon’s TILT™, advanced ranging engine for faster, more consistent responses, and readings.

*Note: You will get both longer and shorter maximum distances depending on the reflective properties of the particular target and the environmental conditions at the time the distance of an object is measured. The color, surface finish, size, and shape of the target all affect reflectivity and range. The brighter the color, the longer the range. White is highly reflective, for example, and allows longer ranges than the color black, which is the least reflective color. A shiny finish provides more range than a dull one. A small target is more difficult to range than a larger target. The angle to the target also affects. Shooting to a target at a 90-degree angle (where the target surface is perpendicular to the flight path of the emitted energy pulses) provides a good range. In contrast, a steep angle, on the other hand, provides limited ranging. In addition, lighting conditions (e.g., the amount of sunlight) will affect the ranging capabilities of the unit. The less light (e.g., overcast skies), the farther the unit’s maximum range is. Conversely, very sunny days will decrease the unit’s maximum range.

The ProHunter laser rangefinder emits invisible, eye-safe, infrared energy pulses. The ProHunter rangefinder’s microprocessor results in instantaneous and accurate readings every time. Sophisticated digital technology instantaneously calculates distances by measuring the time it takes for each pulse to travel from the rangefinder to the target and back.

WARNING: AS WITH ANY LASER DEVICE, IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED TO VIEW THE EMISSIONS FOR LONG PERIODS WITH MAGNIFIED LENSES DIRECTLY.

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