Laser Distance Meter

Laser-Distanzmesser
Laser distance-mètre
Metro di distanza laser
Medidor Láser de Distancia
User Manual

Please read this manual before switching the unit on.

Important safety information inside.
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Content
1.Safety Instruction .................................................4
2.Start-Up..............................................................6
3.Initial Operation and Setting ...................................8
4.Measuring .........................................................10
5.Functions ..........................................................11
6.Technical Data ....................................................15
7.Troubleshooting-Causes and Corrective Measures ......17
8.Measuring Conditions ..........................................18
9.Labelling............................................................19

The compact and handy base model was specifically designed for indoor applications.
Shortcut and Soft grip keys for addition, subtraction, area and volume calculation make
measuring fast and very reliable.

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1.Safety Instruction
Permitted Use
• Measuring distances
• Computing functions, e. g. areas and volumes
Prohibited Use
• Using the instrument without instruction
• Using outside the stated limits
• Deactivation of safety systems and removal of explanatory and hazard labels
• Opening of the equipment by using tools (screwdrivers, etc.), as far as not specifically permitted for certain cases
• Carrying out modification or conversion of the product
• Use of accessories from other manufacturers without the express approval of CEM Technology.
• Deliberate or irresponsible behavior on scaffolding, when using ladders, when measuring near machines which
are running, or near parts of machines or installations which are unprotected
• Aiming directly into the sun
• Inadequate safeguards at the surveying site (e.g. when measuring on roads, construction sites, etc.)

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Laser Classification
The CEM produced a visible laser beam which emerges from the front of the instrument.
Laser Class 2 products:
Do not stare into the laser beam or direct it towards other people unnecessarily. Eye‘s protection is normally afforded
by aversion responses including the blink reflex.

WARNING:
Looking directly into the beam with optical aids
(e.g. binoculars, telescopes) can be hazardous.
Precautions:
Do not look directly into the beam with optical aids.

CAUTION:
Looking into the laser beam may be hazardous to the eyes.
Precautions:
Do not look into the laser beam. Make sure the laser is aimed above or below eye level.

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2.Start-Up
Inserting/Replacing Batteries (See “Figure A”)
1) Remove battery compartment lid.
2) Insert batteries, observing correct polarity.
3) Close the battery compartment again.
• Replace the batteries when the symbol “ “ flashes permanently
• in the display.
• Use alkaline batteries only.
• Remove the batteries before any long period of non-use to avoid Figure A
the danger of corrosion
Keypad (See “Figure B”)
1- ON/MEAS button 8- Reference button 1
2- Area/Volume button 9- Illuminating/UNITS button 2 3
4
3- Indirect measurement button 10- Clear/Off button 5 6
4- Single/Continous Distance measurement button 7 9
5- Plus ( ) button 8
10
6- Minus ( ) button
7- Storage button Figure B
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LCD Display (See “figure C ”)

1- Laser active 5 6 7 9 8
2- Reference level (front)
3- Reference level (rear) 1
2
4- Variable measuring functions
10
Area measurement 3
Volume measurement
4 11
Indirect measurement
Indirect (second) measurement
5- Single distance measurement
12
6- Battery status
7- Historical memory
8- Instrument error warning Figure C
9- Continuous measurement & Max and Min measurement
10- First value display line
11- Second value display line
12- Summary line for last measure or calculation result

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3.Initial Operation and Setting

Switching On and Off
Switches on the instrument and laser.

Press this button longer to switch off the instrument.

The instrument switches off automatically after three minutes of inactivity.
Clear Button
The last action is cancelled or the data display is cleared. If in the mode of History storage, press Storage
button and Clear button simultaneously will clear all storage data in the memory.
Reference Level Setting (See “Figure D”)
The default reference setting is from the rear of the instrument.
Press this button to take the selection from the front edge ,
A special beep sounds whenever the reference setting is changed.
After a re-startup the reference returns automatically to the default
setting (rear reference).
Figure D

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Display Illumination
Click illumination/UNITS button of the display can be switched on or off, user can trigger the function when
he/she is in darkness situation. The value is clear visible on the LCD
Distance Unit Setting For Instrument
Click the button longer to change the next type of unit, m, ft. in, ft+in then continue to click the button for
the next unit selection

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4.Measuring
Single Distance Measurement
Press to activate the laser.
Press again to trigger the distance measurement. The measured value is displayed immediately.
Continuous Measurement (Tracking) & Max and Min Measurement (See “Figure E”)
The continuous measurement function (tracking) is used for the
transferring of measurements, e.g., from construction plans. In
continuous measurement mode, the measuring tool can be moved MIN
to the target, whereby the measured value is updated approx. every
0.5 seconds in the third line. The corresponding minimum and
maximum values are displayed dynamically in the first and second
line. As an example, the user can move from a wall to the required
distance, while the actual distance can be read continuously. For
continuous measurement, push button until the indicator for
continuous measurement appears in the display. And press MEAS
or Clear button again to stop the function. The function is terminated
MAX
automatically after continuous 100 times measurement.
Figure E
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5.Functions
Addition / Subtraction
Distance measuring.
The next measurement is added to the previous one.
The next measurement is subtracted from the previous one.
The last step is cancelled.
Return to the single distance measurement
Area Measurement
Press the Area/Volume button. The symbol appears in the display.
Press button to take the first length measurement (e.g. length).
Press again to take the second length measurement (e.g. width).
The result of the area measurement is displayed in the third line, the individually measured values are displayed in
lines 1 and 2.

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Volume Measurement
For volume measurements, push Area/Volume button, twice until the indicator for volume measurement appears
in the display. Afterwards,
press to takes first distance measurement (e.g. length)
press to takes second distance measurement(e.g. width)
The result of the area measurement from the values already measured is displayed in the summary line.
Press to takes the third distance measurement(e.g. height). The value is displayed in the second line.
The result of the area measurement is displayed in the third line, the two previously measured values in lines 1 and 2.

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Indirect Measurement
Indirect measurement - determining a distance using 2 auxiliary measurements. (See ”Figure G”).
e.g. when measuring heights that require the measurement of two or three measurements as following step:
Press this button once, the display shows. The distance to be measured flashes in the symbol.
Aim at the upper point (1) and trigger the measurement.
After the first measurement the value is adopted. Keep the instrument
as horizontal as possible.
Press to measurement the distance result of the horizontal point (2).
The result of the function is displayed in the summary line.

Figure G

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Indirect Measurement - Determining a Distance Using 3 Measurements (See”Figure H”)

Press this button twice; the display shows the symbol. The distance to be measured flashes in the symbol.
Aim at the lower point (1) and trigger the measurement. After the
first measurement the value is adopted. Keep the instrument as horizontal 3
as possible.
2
Press to measurement the distance result of the horizontal point (2).
Press to measurement the distance result of the upper point (3). 1
The result of the function is displayed in the summary line.

Historical Storage Figure H

the previous 20 records (measurements or calculated results) are shown
in the reverse order. Use the or buttons to navigate through these
3
records. 2
You can clear all records by press Storage button and Clear button simultaneously 1
in historical storage mode.

Figure I
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6.Technical Data
Technical Specifications
Range 0.05 to 35 m*(0.16 ft to 164 ft*)
Measuring accuracy up to 10m Typically: ±1.5 mm**
(2σ, standard deviation) (± 0.06 in**)
Measuring units m,in,ft
Laser Class Class II
Laser Type 635 nm, <1mW
Area, Volume Calculations •
Indirect measurement using Pythagoras •
Addition/Subtraction •
Continuous Measurement •
Min/Max Distance Tracking •
Display illumination and multi-line display •
Beep indication •
Dust Protect/Splash proof IP 54
History measurement records 10

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Keyboard Type Super Soft-Touch (Long life)

Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C(32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature -10°C to 60°C(14°F to 140°F)
Battery Life up to 4,000 measurements
Batteries Type AAA 2 x 1.5V
Auto. laser switch-off after 0.5 min
Auto instrument switch-off after 3 min
Dimension 115 x 48 x 28 mm
Weight 135g

* Use a target plate to increase the measurement range during daylight or if the target has poor reflection properties!
** in favourable conditions (good target surface properties, room temperature) up to 10 m (33 ft). In unfavourable
conditions, such as intense sunshine, poorly reflecting target surface or high temperature variations, the deviation
over distances above 10 m (33 ft) can increase by ± 0.15 mm/m (± 0.0018 in/ft).

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7.Troubleshooting – Causes and Corrective Measures

Code Cause Corrective measure

204 Calculation error Repeat procedure
208 Received signal too weak, Use target plate
measurement time too long.
Distance >50m
209 Received signal too strong Target too reflective(use target plate)
252 Temperature too high Cool down instrument
253 Temperature too low Warm up instrument
255 Hardware error Switch on/off the device several times,
If the symbol still appears, please contact
your dealer for assistance.

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8.Measuring Sonditions
Measuring Range
The range is limited to 35m.
At night or dusk and if the target is in shadow the measuring range without target plate is increased. Use a target
plate to increase the measurement range during daylight or if the target has poor reflection properties.

Target Surfaces
Measuring errors can occur when measuring toward colorless liquids (e.g. water) or dust free glass, Styrofoam or
similar semi-permeable surfaces. Aiming at high gloss surfaces may deflect the laser beam and lead to measurement
errors.
Against non-reflective and dark surfaces the measuring time may increase.

Care
Do not immerse the instrument in water. Wipe off dirt with a damp, soft cloth. Do not use aggressive cleaning
agents or solutions. Handle the instrument as you would a telescope or camera.

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9.Labelling

Type:LDM-100 by CEM
www.cem-meter.com.cn

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