Laser Rangefinder / Télémètre laser Telémetro láser / Telêmetros a Laser RifleHunter 1000 Archer's Choice MAX Instruction manual/Manuel d’utilisation/ En Fr Es Pt Manual de instrucciones/Manual de instruções En Fr Es English Pt CONTENTS Cautions before use .............................. 5-7 Key features .............................................. 8-9 Nomenclature/Composition ................ 10 Changing batteries .................................. 11 Internal display .................................... 12-13 Operational summary ....................... 13-17 Specifications ....................................... 18-19 Others ............................................................ 20 Troubleshooting/Repair ................... 21-22 4 Cautions before use En Thank you for purchasing the Nikon RifleHunter 1000/Archer's Choice MAX. Fr This high-spec laser rangefinder features an angle compensation function in addition to the existing Es linear distance measurement function for enhanced enjoyment of sports and other outdoor applications. (The Nikon RifleHunter 1000/ Archer's Choice MAX is also able to measure the horizontal distance to a Pt target.) Please observe the following guidelines strictly so you can use the equipment properly and avoid potentially hazardous problems. Before using this product, read thoroughly the “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” and instructions on correct usage accompanying the product. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Keep this manual within reach for easy reference. • Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. • No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON VISION CO., LTD. 5 Cautions before use En Please observe the following objective side. Archer's Choice MAX is waterproof, it is guidelines strictly so you can use • Do not aim at the eye. not designed for use underwater. Fr the equipment properly and avoid • Do not operate the unit with other • Do not swing the Nikon RifleHunter Es potentially hazardous problems. additional optical elements, such as 1000/Archer's Choice MAX by its strap. Pt Before using this product, read lenses or binoculars. Using an optical It may hit someone and cause injury. instrument together with the Nikon • Do not leave the Nikon RifleHunter thoroughly the “SAFETY AND RifleHunter 1000/Archer's Choice MAX 1000/Archer's Choice MAX in an OPERATION PRECAUTIONS” and increases the danger of damaging the unstable place, as it may fall and cause instructions on correct usage eyes. injury, or damage the equipment. accompanying the product. Keep • Do not disassemble the Nikon • Do not look through the Nikon this manual within reach for easy RifleHunter 1000/Archer's Choice MAX. RifleHunter 1000/Archer's Choice reference. The emitting laser may be harmful to MAX while walking. You may walk into your health. A product that has been something and get hurt. WARNING disassembled is not guaranteed by the • Do not leave the Nikon RifleHunter This indication alerts you to the fact manufacturer. 1000/Archer's Choice MAX in a car on that any improper use ignoring the • If the Nikon RifleHunter 1000/Archer's a hot or sunny day, or near heat- contents described herein can result in Choice MAX’s body cover is damaged, generating equipment. This may potential death or serious injury. or if it emits a strange sound due to damage or negatively affect it. dropping or for some other cause, • Do not leave the Nikon RifleHunter CAUTION immediately remove the battery and 1000/Archer's Choice MAX in direct This indication alerts you to the fact stop using. sunlight. Ultraviolet rays and that any improper use ignoring the excessive heat may negatively affect contents described herein can result in Cautions or even damage the unit. potential injury or material loss. • When not using the Nikon RifleHunter • When the Nikon RifleHunter 1000/ 1000/Archer's Choice MAX, do not Archer's Choice MAX is exposed to SAFETY AND OPERATION push the POWER button. sudden changes in temperature, PRECAUTIONS • Do not leave the Nikon RifleHunter water condensation may occur on lens Warning 1000/Archer's Choice MAX within the surfaces. Do not use the product until • Never look directly at the laser beam reach of small children. the condensation has evaporated. or directly at the sun when using • Rain, water, sand and mud should be • Do not use alcohol for cleaning the the Nikon RifleHunter 1000/Archer's removed from the rangefinder body main body. Choice MAX. surface as soon as possible, using a • Do not leave the polyethylene bag • Do not depress the POWER button soft, clean, dry cloth. used for packaging within the reach of while looking into the optics from the • Although the Nikon RifleHunter 1000/ small children. 6 Cautions before use • Be careful that small children do not CARE AND MAINTENANCE NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY En inadvertently swallow the eyecup. Lenses If handled incorrectly, batteries may Fr If it does happen, consult a doctor • When removing dust on the lens rupture and leak, corroding immediately. surface, use a soft oil-free brush. equipment and staining clothing. Be Es • If you use the rubber eyecup for a • When removing stains or smudges sure to observe the following: Pt long period of time, you may suffer like fingerprints from the lens surface, • Install batteries with the + and – skin inflammation. If you develop wipe the lenses very gently with a soft poles positioned correctly. any symptoms, consult a doctor clean cotton cloth or quality oil-free • Batteries should be removed when immediately. lens tissue. exhausted or during extended • When carrying the Nikon RifleHunter Use a small quantity of pure alcohol periods of non-use. 1000/Archer's Choice MAX, store it in (not denatured) to wipe stubborn • Always use the same type of battery. the soft case. smudges. Do not use velvet cloth or • If battery fluid contacts eyes or skin, • If your Nikon RifleHunter 1000/ ordinary tissue, as it may scratch the rinse well with water. If swallowed, Archer's Choice MAX should fail lens surface. Once the cloth has been consult a doctor immediately. to operate correctly, discontinue used for cleaning the body, it should • Do not short-circuit battery chamber use immediately and consult the not be used again for the lens surface. terminals. Troubleshooting Table. If you are Main body • Do not carry batteries together with unable to fix the problem, contact • Clean the body surface with a soft, keys or coins in a pocket or bag. This your local dealer for instructions on clean cloth and a dry cloth. Do not may overheat and short-circuit where to send it for repair. use benzene, thinner, or other organic batteries. agents because they may cause • Do not put batteries in fire or water. discoloration or rubber degeneration. Never disassemble batteries. • Do not charge batteries. Storage • Do not subject stored batteries to • Water condensation or mold may extremes in temperature. occur on the lens surface because of • Do not subject batteries to strong high humidity. Therefore, store the vibrations or shock. Nikon RifleHunter 1000/Archer's Choice MAX in a cool, dry place. After use on a rainy day or at night, thoroughly dry it at room temperature, then store in a cool, dry place. 7 Key Features En • Linear distance measurement range: • Easy-to-aim 6x optical observation system 10-915 meter/11-1,000 yards (RifleHunter 1000) • Quantifies the horizontal distance to the target in relation to the Fr 4.5-183 meter/5-200 yards (Archer's Choice MAX) rangefinder's level by measuring linear distance and angle. Es • Distance measurement display steps: • The results are displayed on an internal LCD panel. Pt (Linear Distance) • Active Brightness Control Viewfinder detects light conditions of 0.1 meter/yard the ground area mainly in the view field and, when necessary, (measurement distance is less than 999.9 meters/yards) automatically turns on the orange LED illumination. 1.0 meter/yard The brightness of the orange illumination is adjusted (measurement distance is 1,000 meters/yards or further) automatically according to the light conditions. (Horizontal Distance) • Target Priority Switch System allows you to easily match the 0.1 meter/yard measuring situation. (calculated distance is less than 999.9 meters/yards) • Waterproof design (NOT designed for underwater usage) 1.0 meter/yard • Invisible/Eyesafe EN/IEC Class 1M Laser (calculated distance is 1,000 meters/yards or further) • 8-second results display • Compact, lightweight, ergonomic design • Automatic shut-off (after approx. 8 sec. unattended) • Default to “Last Use” settings • Approx. 5-second continuous measuring function The Nikon RifleHunter 1000/Archer's Choice MAX emits invisible, eyesafe, infrared energy pulses that reflect off the selected target back to its optical receiver. Sophisticated precision charge circuitry is used to instantaneously calculate distances, by measuring the time it takes for each pulse to travel from the rangefinder to the target and back. Laser reflectivity and measurement results may vary according to climatic and environmental conditions, the colour, surface finish, size, shape and other characteristics of the target. 8 Key Features The following factors ensure better range and accuracy: En • Night time use Fr • Cloudy weather • Bright-coloured targets Es • Targets with highly reflective surfaces Pt • Targets with shiny exteriors • Large-size targets • Shooting targets facing at 90 degrees Measurement may result in inaccuracy or failure in the following cases: • Slender or small target • Target has diffusing reflective surface • Target does not reflect the laser beam to the rangefinder (glass, mirror, etc.) • Black target • Target has varying depths • In snow, rain or fog • Target measured through glass • Reflective surface measured from diagonal direction • Moving target • Obstacle moving in front of the target • When targeting the surface of water 9 Nomenclature/Composition En Fr 4 1 Monocular objective lens/ 3 Laser emission aperture Es 2 Laser detector aperture Pt 3 MODE button 5 4 POWER button 5 6x monocular eyepiece 1 6 6 Eyecup/diopter adjustment ring 7 Diopter index 8 Strap eyelet 7 2 9 Battery chamber cover !p Battery chamber cover “Open/Close” 8 !w indication !q Product number/explanatory label 9 !p !q RifleHunter 1000 Archer's Choice MAX !w Laser warning label Composition Body .......................................................................x1 Strap ........................................................................x1 Soft case (CDC: RifleHunter 1000) ................x1 Lithium battery (CR2) .......................................x1 Stay-on case (CDD: Archer's choice) ............x1 10 Changing Batteries En • Type of battery: 3V CR2 lithium battery Fr • Battery condition indicators Es : Battery has enough power for use. Pt : Battery is getting low. flashing: Battery is low and battery should be replaced. disappears: Battery is exhausted and should be replaced. Flashing mark in the LCD alerts that the battery should be replaced. 1 Open the battery chamber cover Using the ball of the thumb or a coin in the recessed part of the battery chamber cover, rotate the cover following the Open/ Close arrow indicator. It may not open easily due to its rubber packing for water resistance. 2 Replace the old battery with a new one Install new battery with the [+] and [-] correctly positioned following the “Battery installation” indication seal in the battery chamber. (Insert battery positioning the [+] pole towards the inside of the chamber.) [The Nikon RifleHunter 1000/Archer's Choice MAX will not operate if the battery is installed incorrectly.] 3 Close the battery chamber cover Align the Open/Close indicator with the white dot and insert the battery chamber cover. Using the ball of the thumb or a coin, turn the cover in the opposite direction to the arrow indicator. It may not close easily due to the rubber packing for water resistance, but continue to turn it all the way until it stops. Confirm that the cover is securely closed. • Battery life Continuous operation: Approx. 5,500 times (at 20°C) This figure may differ according to temperature, and other factors such as target shape, color, etc. * The Nikon RifleHunter 1000/Archer's Choice MAX comes with a 3V CR2 lithium battery. However, due to natural electrical discharge, the life of the battery will likely be shorter than that noted above. * Replace battery if the Nikon RifleHunter 1000/Archer's Choice MAX is ever submerged in water or if water enters the battery chamber. 11 Internal display En 1. 『 』- Target aiming/Laser irradiate system Fr 『 』- Aim at the target. Position the target at the center of the reticle. Es 『 』- Appears while the laser is being used for a measurement. Pt (Remains present during single measurement. Blinks during continuous measurements.) Warning: Do not look into the objective lenses when this mark is shown. 2．『 』- Distance/measurement status display Digitally indicates measured distance in meters or yards. Also indicates measuring status such as “Measurement in progress”, “Measurement unsuccessful” or “Unable to measure.” <Examples of measurement results> (Distance) Display of results: (＜999.9m/yards) e.g. 234.9 meters =『 』 Display of results: (≧1,000m/yards) e.g. 1,065 yards =『 』 『 』Now measuring 『 』Failure to measure or unable to measure distance 3. 『 』Display units 『 』Indicates distance being measured in meters. 『 』Indicates distance being measured in yards. 4. 『 』Indicates battery condition. (See "Changing Batteries") 5. 『 』Display modes A. Horizontal Distance Mode 　『 』 Calculates horizontal distance to your target by measuring the linear distance and angle, and displays the results. B. Linear Distance Mode 　『 (no sign) 』 Calculates linear distance to your target and displays the results. 6. 『 』Target Priority mode First Target Priority mode 　『 』Indicated when First Target Priority mode is set. Distant Target Priority mode 　『 』Indicated when Distant Target Priority mode is set. 12