Nikon Laser 550 User Manual

5. Selecting display unit (Factory default setting is yard.)

Troubleshooting/Repair

If your Nikon RifleHunter / Archer's Choice should require repair, please contact

your local dealer for details regarding where to send it. Before doing so, you are

advised to consult the Troubleshooting Table below.

[

]

Meter [

]

Yard

1. Confirm the internal LCD panel is on.

2. Press and hold the button for more than two seconds.

3. When display unit has switched, release the button.

Symptom

Check Points

• Depress POWER button.

Unit does not turn on —

LCD fails to illuminate

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until your desired mode is displayed.

5. When you have completed setting, results will be converted and displayed

in the your selected measurement unit.

• Check and replace batteries if necessary.

• Be sure that nothing, such as your hand or finger, is

blocking the laser emission aperture and laser

detector.

Target range cannot be

obtained

• Be sure that the laser emission aperture and laser

detector are clean. Clean them if necessary.

• Be sure that the target shape and condition is

appropriate to reflect the laser beam.

• Replace battery.

6. Switching measurement/display modes

(Factory default setting is Horizontal distance measurement mode.)

Ang

Linear Distance[

]

Horizontal Distance[

]

RifleHunter 550 / RifleHunter 550 MAX-1 / Archer's Choice

NIKON VISION CO., LTD.

1. Confirm the internal LCD panel is on.

2. Press button within 0.5 seconds.

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• Be sure to hold the unit steady while depressing the

POWER button.

• Be sure the target is within measuring range

(10 - 500m/11 - 550 yards: RifleHunter,

4.5 - 91.5m/5 - 100 yards: Archer's Choice)

[- - -] (“Cannot

measure”) appears

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3. When mode has switched, release the button.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until your desire mode is displayed.

5. Switching the mode after measurement converts the results to the new

mode.

Instruction Manual / Mode d’emploi

Laser Rangefinder

E F

Printed in China (185K)/1E

6. After the mode is set, measurements are performed in the new mode.

• Be sure that nothing, such as leaves or grass, is

between the Nikon RifleHunter / Archer's Choice and

the target.

Closer target cannot be

measured

3. 『

』Display Units

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon RifleHunter / Archer’s

Choice.

『

』

Indicates distance being measured in meters.

7. Switching Target Priority modes (RifleHunter only)

(Factory default setting is Distant Target Priority mode.)

』Indicates distance being measured in yards.

This high-spec laser rangefinder features a new angle measurement function in

addition to the existing linear distance measurement function for enhanced

enjoyment of sports and other outdoor applications. (The Nikon RifleHunter /

Archer's Choice is also able to measure the horizontal distance to a target.)

• Be sure that nothing, such as leaves or grass, is

between the Nikon RifleHunter / Archer's Choice and

the target.

Target beyond a certain

distance cannot be

measured

4. 『

』- Indicates battery condition. (See "Changing Batteries")

5. 『 ^Ang』Display Modes

Distant Target Priority [

]

First Target Priority [

]

Linear distance mode

1. LCD panel should be on.

• Replace battery.

Measurement result is

unstable

『No unit displayed』Measures linear distance to your target and

displays the results.

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.

• Be sure that the target shape and condition is

appropriate to reflect the laser beam.

• Be sure to hold the unit steady while depressing the

POWER button.

• Be sure that nothing, such as leaves or grass, is

between the Nikon RifleHunter / Archer's Choice and

the target.

2. Press and hold

0.5 second.

button, then depress and hold

button within

Horizontal distance mode

『

^Ang』Calculates horizontal distance to your target by measuring

Note）If the

button is not pressed within 0.5 second, the display

unit (m/yd/ft) will be switched.

the linear distance and angle, and displays the results.

6. 『』Target Priority mode (Archer’s Choice doesn’t have this mode.)

First Target Priority mode

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures

other than those specified herein may result in hazardous

radiation exposure.

3. Continue to press and hold both buttons (more than 2 seconds) until First

Target Priority mode and Distant Target Priority mode are switched.

Note: If buttons are not pressed in the correct order, switching will not take

place.

『

』Indicates when First Target Priority mode is set.

No unit displayed

Keep this manual within reach for easy reference.

• Replace battery.

Incorrect result is

displayed

Distant Target Priority mode

• Be sure that the target shape and condition is

appropriate to reflect the laser beam.

• Be sure that nothing, such as leaves or grass, is

between the Nikon RifleHunter / Archer's Choice and

the target.

Note: If switching fails to take place, repeat 2.

4. Release buttons.

• 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.

『

』Indicates when Distant Target Priority mode is set.

Although the LCD was produced using the most advanced technology, it is

impossible to eliminate dust completely. When using this product, the LCD is

magnified by high magnification of the eyepiece lens and dust may appear as a

defect. It will not, however, affect measurement accuracy.

[Deciding which Target Priority to use]

When obtaining different results from a single measuring operation, the Nikon

RifleHunter will display the distance to the farthest target on the LCD panel when

using Distant Target Priority mode, while First Target Priority mode will show the

range to the nearest target.

If problems persist after consulting the Troubleshooting Table,

please contact your local dealer to check/repair the Nikon

RifleHunter / Archer's Choice. Never let anyone than the official

representative of the product manufacturer check or repair the

Nikon RifleHunter / Archer's Choice. Failure to follow this

instruction could result in injury, or damage to the product.

Key Features

• Linear distance measurement range:

10-500 meters/11-550 yards (RifleHunter)

4.5-91.5 meters/5-100 yards (Archer's Choice)

• Distance measurement display step:

Changing Batteries

Type of battery: 3V CR2 lithium battery

Battery condition indicators

Archer’s Choice takes First Target Priority Distant Display System.

•

ex.) When measuring a tree standing in front of a house;

(Linear Distance)

Tree

115m

Fence

123m

House

128m

0.5 meter/yard (measurement distance is less than 100 meters/yards)

1.0 meter/yard (measurement distance is 100 meters/yards or farther)

(Horizontal Distance)

Battery has enough charge for use.

Distance to Target

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.

Battery charge is getting low.

"115m" (distance to the tree) will be displayed in First Target Priority mode, and

"128m" (distance to the house) in Distant Target Priority mode. First Target

Priority mode, for example, has applications for golf, while Distant Target Priority

is useful when hunting in heavily wooded areas.

0.2 meter/yard (measurement distance is less than 100 meters/yards)

1.0 meter/yard (measurement distance is 100 meters/yards or farther)

• Easy-to-aim 6x optical observation system

• Quantifies the horizontal distance to the target in relation to the rangefinder’s

level by measuring linear distance and angle.

• The results are displayed on internal LCD panel.

• Target Priority Switch System allows you to easily match the measuring

situation. (RifleHunter only)

• Archer's Choice is First Target Priority.

• Waterproof design (NOT designed for underwater usage)

• Invisible/Eyesafe IEC Class 1M Laser

• 8-second results display

• Compact, lightweight, ergonomic design

flashing:

Battery charge is low and battery

should be replaced.

disappears: Battery is exhausted and should

be replaced.

8. Low battery indication

flashing in the LCD indicates that the battery should be replaced.

Flashing

indicates that the battery charge is low and battery should be

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:

1 Open the battery chamber cover

replaced. (See "Changing Battery")

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 RifleHunter

/ Archer's Choice will not operate if the battery is installed incorrectly.]

3 Close the battery chamber cover

Specifications

• Automatic shut-off (after approx. 8 sec. unattended)

• Default to “Last Use” settings

• 20-second continuous measuring function

(RifleHunter 550 / RifleHunter 550 MAX-1)

Measurement System

Measurement mode Linear distance

: No sign

: Ang

The Nikon RifleHunter / Archer's Choice 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.

display

Horizontal distance

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.

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Measured range

Distance indication

step

10-500 meters/11-550 yards

No sign (Linear distance):

0.5 meter/yard (＜100 meters/yards)

1.0 meter/yard (≧100 meters/yards)

Ang (Horizontal distance):

•

Battery life

Do not use the Nikon Nikon RifleHunter / Archer's Choice for purposes

beyond the limits of its stated accuracy.

Continuous operation: Approx. 10,000 times (at 20°C)

Target focusing, measurement, and automatic power off are included in a

single cycle. This figure may differ according to temperature, and other factors

such as target shape, colour, etc.

0.2 meter/yard (＜100 meters/yards)

1.0 meter/yard (≧100 meters/yards)

Target Priority Switch System

Single mode/Continuous mode

The following factors ensure best range and accuracy:

• Nighttime use

• Cloudy weather

Target System

Measuring system

• Bright-coloured targets

The Nikon RifleHunter / Archer's Choice come with a 3V CR2 lithium battery. However,

due to natural electric discharge, the life of the battery will likely be shorter than that

noted above.

• Targets with highly reflective surfaces

• Targets with shiny exteriors

• Large-size targets

(Archer's Choice)

Replace battery if the Nikon RifleHunter / Archer's Choice is ever submerged in water or

if water enters in the battery chamber.

• Shooting targets facing at 90 degrees

Measurement System

Measurement mode Linear distance

: No sign

: Ang

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 (glass, a mirror, etc.)

• Black target

• Target has varing 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

display

Horizontal distance

Measured range

Distance indication

step

4.5-91.5 meters/5-100 yards

No sign (Linear distance):

0.5 meter/yard (＜100 meters/yards)

1.0 meter/yard (≧100 meters/yards)

Ang (Horizontal distance):

Operational Summary

Caution—use of controls or adjustments or performance of

procedures other than those specified herein may result in

hazardous radiation exposure

0.2 meter/yard (＜100 meters/yards)

1.0 meter/yard (≧100 meters/yards)

First Target Priority System

1. Install a battery in the battery chamber. (See “Changing

Batteries”)

Target System

2. Rubber eyepiece cup

Eyeglass wearers: Roll up the rubber eyepiece cup and use.

Non-eyeglass wearers: No need to roll up the rubber eyepiece cup for use.

Measuring system

Single mode/Continuous mode

Composition

(RifleHunter 550 / RifleHunter 550 MAX-1 / Archer's Choice)

Optical system

3. Diopter adjustment

Body ...........................................1

Soft case (CCN: RifleHunter, /CCV:

Archer's Choice) ..........................1

Neckstrap ...................................1

Lithium battery (CR2) ..................1

Adjust diopter to obtain a clear image in the LCD.

First, rotate the diopter adjustment ring counterclockwise until it comes to a

complete stop. Next, turn on the power to activate the LCD when you look

through the Nikon RifleHunter / Archer's Choice. Rotate the diopter adjustment

ring clockwise until the display comes into focus.

If the diopter is not adjusted to correspond to your eyesight, you may not be

able to clearly focus your subject.

Type

Roof-prism monocular

Magnification

Effective diameter of objective lens

Angular field of view (real)

Eye relief

Exit pupil

Dioptre adjustment

Others

ø21mm

6.0°

18mm

ø3.5mm

Nomenclature

4. Measuring

Note: Depressing and holding down the POWER button causes all symbols to be

displayed in the internal LCD panel. After you remove your finger from the

POWER button, the last-used setting is displayed. (If you briefly press the

POWER button then remove your finger, the LCD panel may display the last-

used setting without displaying all of the symbols. This is not a malfunction or