Pinmaster II - Binoculars LEICA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Pinmaster II LEICA

4. Carrying cord eyelet

6. Battery compartment cover

7. Battery compartment

8. Lens for viewing optics

9. Laser transmitter optics

As with all binoculars, to avoid damaging your eyes,

do not look directly at sources of bright light through

your Leica Pinmaster.

Worldwide, Leica stands for superb optical quality,

close-tolerance precision engineering, absolute

reliability, and a long product life. We wish you every

success and a great deal of pleasure in using your new

Leica Pinmaster. The Leica Pinmaster sends out pulses

of laser light, which are in the infrared wavelength,

harmless and invisible to the naked eye. Some of

these pulses are reflected back. The built-in

microprocessor calculates the object distance from

these reflected signals. The Leica Pinmaster is

equipped with a first target logic specially developed

for golf and a scanning mode. This greatly simplifies

measuring the distance to the flag. The Leica

Pinmaster is equipped with superb 7x-magnification

optics, which enable good targeting even in difficult

conditions, and its functional design makes it easy to

use. Please read the following instructions to get the

maximum benefit from this versatile and high quality

Scope of delivery 16

Disposal of electric and electronic 13

Fitting the carrying cord 20

Inserting and changing the battery 20

Battery charge level 21

Use with and without glasses 22

Diopter compensation 22

Setting the unit of measure 23

Distance measurement 24

First target logic 25

Operating range and accuracy 26

Maintenance/cleaning 27

18DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

(Applies within the EU, and for other

European countries with segregated waste

collection systems.)

This device contains electrical and/or electronic

components and must therefore not be disposed of in

general household waste! Instead, it should be

disposed of at a recycling collection point provided by

the local authority. This costs you nothing. If the device

contains standard or rechargeable batteries, these

must be removed first and also be disposed of in line

with relevant regulations.

Further information on the subject is available from

your local administration, your local waste collection

company, or in the store where you purchased this

19FITTING THE CARRYING CORD Push the smaller loop through the eyelet (4) on the

housing of the Leica Pinmaster. Then, thread the

longer loop through the smaller loop and pull it tight so

that the carrying cord is securely attached to the

INSERTING AND CHANGING THE BATTERY The Leica Pinmaster is supplied with power by one 3

Volt lithium cell (e.g. Duracell DL CR 2, Ucar CR 2,

Varta CR 2, or other CR 2 types).

1. Open the battery compartment (7) cover (6) by

turning it anticlockwise.

2. Insert the battery with its positive contact facing

forwards (as marked in the battery compartment).

3. Close the cover again by turning it clockwise.

• Battery performance suffers in the cold

• There-fore, at low temperatures, it is a good idea to

keep the Leica Pinmaster in an inside pocket (close

to the body) and fitted with a fresh battery.

• If the Leica Pinmaster is not going to be used for a

long time, the battery should be removed.

• Batteries should be stored in a cool dry place.

• Batteries should never be put in a fire, heated,

recharged, disassembled, or broken apart.

• Used batteries may not be disposed of as normal

household waste as they contain hazardous

materials that are harmful to the environment.

To ensure that they are properly recycled, they

should be returned to the dealer or disposed of as

special waste (at a collection point).

Battery charge level

A flat battery is indicated by the flashing distance

display and the target mark. Over 100 further

meas urements (at a progressively diminishing range)

can be taken after the display first starts to flash.

21USE WITH AND WITHOUT GLASSES If you are not wearing glasses, leave the rubber

eyecup (3) folded up, as it comes (Figure A). This

position gives the correct distance between the eye

and the Leica Pinmaster. When viewing with glasses,

fold down the eyecup (Figure B).

DIOPTER COMPENSATION The diopter compensator allows you to adjust the

sharpness of the target mark to suit you best. Simply

target the Leica Pinmaster on some far away object

and turn the eyecup (3) until the target mark is as

sharp as possible. The target mark can be seen by

pressing the main button (2). The degree of

compensation can be read off the “+” or “–” scale (3a)

on the eyecup. Compensation within the range of ±3.5

diopters is possible.

22SETTING THE UNIT OF MEASURE The Leica Pinmastercan be set to meters or yards, the

more commonly used unit in the USA.

1. Briefly press (<3s) the main button (2).

• The target mark appears.

2. Press and hold (≥3s) the secondary button (1).

• EU.US appears below the target mark.

3. Briefly press the main button.

• EU disappears, the target mark and US continue to

4. Select your preferred units of measure by

(repeatedly) pressing the secondary button. US

stands for the unit yards, EU for meters.

• The respective displays continue to flash.

5. Save your setting by briefly pressing the main

• The saved setting and the target mark light up

continuously for 2 seconds for confirmation and

• The current setting can always be seen in the

display -if meters are selected, a dot appears to

the bottom right of the target mark.

• Concerning the setting process: The displays

disappear 3 seconds after you last press one of the

two buttons. The previously saved setting is

DISTANCE MEASUREMENT To measure the distance to an object, it must be

perfectly targeted. To do this, activate the target mark

by pressing the main button (2) once. The target mark

remains lit for about 4 seconds after letting the main

button go. If the button is kept pressed, the target

While the target mark is lit, aim the Leica Pinmaster at

the object and press the main button a sec ond time;

the distance is then measured and displayed. The target

mark disappears briefly during the

measurement. A new measurement can be made at

any time, as long as the target mark is lit, by pressing

the main button once again. If the object is less than

10 m/11yds away, out of range, or does not provide

enough reflection, then

_ _ _ appears on the display.

The Leica Pinmaster switches itself off as soon as the

SCAN MODE With the Leica Pinmaster, continuous measurements

can also be made: If the main button (2) is held down

the second time it is pressed, the unit switches to

scan mode after approx. 0.5 seconds and then takes

continuous measurements. This is indicated by the

changing display: a new measured value is produced

around every 0.5 seconds. Scan mode is particularly

practical when measuring to flagsticks or other smaller

In scan mode, due to the constant measurements, the

power consumption is greater than for single

24FIRST TARGET LOGIC The Leica Pinmaster is equipped with first target logic

specially developed for golf, which greatly simplifies

the measurement of small targets such as golf flags.

If the unit records two distances in the area of the tar-

get mark, the distance to the closer – smaller – target

is displayed (A) and not that of the further, larger

object (B). This first target logic also works in

conjunction with scan mode.

In the example, when going past the flagstick, the

measured value changes from 210 meters (bushes in

the background, A/B) to 42 meters (flagsticks). If the

measurement was successful, the distance

measurement display flashes at high frequency. If

there is no second target (flag in front of the horizon/

measurement in a bunker), the display does not flash.

25CorrectFalse Tip for use:

Despite this function, when taking measurements for

golf flags or similar small objects, you should always

try to line up the target mark so that no other objects

are recorded or so that these objects are at least

situated a good distance (minimum 15m/50ft) away

from the first target.

OPERATING RANGE AND ACCURACY The measuring accuracy of the Leica Pinmaster is up

to ±1 Meter/Yard. The maximum range is achieved

with a well reflecting object and unaided visibility of

10km/6.2 miles. The operating range is influenced by

the following factors: Rangehigher lowerColorwhite blackSurfaceglossy matteAngle to lensperpendicular acuteObject sizelarge smallSunlightlittle (cloudy)extensive (midday sun) Atmospheric conditionsclear hazyShape of objectuniform (house wall)Irregular (bush, tree) In sunshine and with good visibility, the following

accuracies can be achieved:

26MAINTENANCE/CLEANING Your Leica Pinmaster does not require special care.

Any large dirt particles, such as sand, should be

removed with a soft brush or be blown off. Fingerprints

etc. on the lens or eyepiece can be can be cleaned off

the lenses by first moistening them with a damp cloth

and then wiping with a soft, clean chamois leather or

Do not exert excessive pressure when wiping heavily

soiled lens surfaces. Although the coating is highly

resistant to abrasion, sand or salt crystals can still

damage it. The housing should be cleaned only with a

dampleather. Using dry cloths can lead to an

electrostatic build-up. Alcohol and other chemical

solvents must not be used to clean the optics or the

housing. As well as its type designation, each Leica

Pinmaster has its “personal” serial number. Make a

note of this number in your documents for security.

Do not open the main body under any circumstance!

If you should require any spare parts for your

Leica Pinmaster, e.g. eyepiece cup or carrying cord,

please contact our Customer Service department

(address, see p. 31) or the Leica distributor in

your country (see Warranty Card for addresses).

27TROUBLESHOOTING Fault Cause Remedy

No circular image is obtained during

a) Viewer's pupil is not in ocular's

b) Eyecup position is not correct for

us with/without glasses.

a) Correct the eye position.

b) Correct the adjustment: When

wearing glasses, fold down the

eyecup; for viewing without glasses

it should remain up (see p. 6).

Display not focused Diopter compensation not perfect Carry out diopter compensation

- - - displayed when measuring a) Measuring range is too long or

Display flashes or no measurement

Battery discharged Replace battery

Geometric light intensity

Field of vision (at 1,000m) / objective viewing

Coating on lens elements

High Durable Coating (HDC™) and hydrophobic Aqua-Dura coating on outer

lenses, phase correction coating P40

Diopter compensation

Functioning temperature

-10 to 55°C Storage temperature

-15 to 75°C Water tightness

for 30min: up to 1m water depth

Housing/chassis material

carbon fiber reinforced plastic; soft lacquer coated//die-cast aluminum

approx. ±1m to 375m / approx. ± 2m to 750m

3V / lithium Type CR2

Battery service life

approx. 2000 measurements at 20°C Laser

invisible, eye-safe to EN and FDA Class 1

Laser beam divergence

approx. 0,5 x 2,5mrad

Maximum measuring time

Dimensions (W x H x D)

approx. 75 x 34 x 113mm

Weight (with battery)

approx. 220gLEICA INFORMATION SERVICE Should you have any technical questions regarding

the use of Leica products, the Leica Information

Ser vice will be happy to answer in writing or by phone,

info@Leica-camera.com

LEICA CUSTOMER SERVICE For service of your Leica equipment and in case of

necessary repairs please contact the Customer Care

of Leica Camera AG or of any national Leica agency

(see Warranty Card for address list). Ask your

authorized dealer and Leica specialist for advice.

Leica Camera AG Customer Care

This is a Class B product based on the standard of the

Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information

Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or

television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause

radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to

the instruction manual.

FCC Note: (U.S. only)

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 accor dan ce with the

instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a parti cular installation. If this equip-

ment 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

To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation

instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core

when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or

modifications not expressly ap proved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Model: Pinmaster CRF Responsible party/ Leica Camera Inc.

Support contact: 1 Pearl Court, Unit A Allendale, New Jersey 07401

Tel.: +1 201 995 0051 232

Fax: +1 201 995 1684

repair@Leicacamerausa.com

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 inter ference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference re ceived, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

Leica Pinmaster Tested To Comply With FCC StandardsFOR HOME OR OFFICE USEDESCRIPTION DES ÉLÉMENTS

circa 75 x 34 x 113 mm

circa ±1m - 375m / circa ± 2m - 750m

Dimensioni (L x A x P)