People often ask, how to use a Binox HD rangefinder.
Let’s find out!
How to Use a Rangefinder Binox HD?
Modes
The Binox HD has two modes – manual and automatic.
Manual Mode
In manual mode, you set the distance between yourself and the target by turning the dial on the side of the camera. This gives you reading at any point along the line of sight.
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Automatic Mode
In automatic mode, the camera will adjust the settings automatically based on the distance from the subject. It does this by measuring the light reflected off the subject and comparing it to a database of known distances.
Installation of Batteries
The Binox-HD operates on three CR123-type lithium batteries. We highly recommend you use lithium CR123 batteries. Remove the battery cover following the arrow direction. Replace the battery cover.
On and Off
Pressing and holding the power button for 3 seconds will shut down your rangefinder. Same process will be used to turn on the rangefinder
Diopter Adjustment
The diopter Adjustment ring rotates to adjust the diopter. A diopter is an optical device used to correct nearsightedness or farsightedness. To use the Diopter Adjustment, focus on the interface on the screen. Don’t remove the rubber cap from the objective lens.
IR Illuminator
In Night mode, the IR illuminator is critical to provide you with extended range and total darkness capability. You can use the IR illuminator as an extension of your eyesight. When you activate night mode, the IR illuminator will automatically turn on. However, you can also turn it off in the settings if desired.
IR illuminator beam may be tightened or widened using the left objective lens. There are a number of settings affecting the function of your IR.
Compass Calibration
Calibrate your compass using the instructions above. When the compass needs to be recalibrated the word CAL appears instead of the Compass scale.
Home Screen
The first screen you’ll see after turning on your rangefinder is the home screen. It consists of scales, status bar icons, and informational widgets.
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Compass Scale
The compass scale shows the yaw angle based on e-magnetometer data.
Role Scale
The role scale shows binocular cant based on an internal 3d gyroscope.
Pitch Scale
The pitch scale shows binocular inclination based on an internal 3d gyroscope.
Battery Icon
The battery icon is red when the battery is low.
Memory Card Icon
The memory card icon is green if there is a memory card inserted into the device.
GPS Icon
GPS icon is blue if GPS is enabled.
Wi-Fi Icon
The Wi-Fi icon is yellow if the wireless network is active.
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Main Operations
Zooming in and out is done by pressing up or down buttons on the keypad. When zoomed in, the screen is larger than normal. When zoomed out, the screen is smaller than normal.
Taking pictures is done by pressing the left button on the keypad. There are different modes available in the system menu.
Shortcut Carousel
The carousel is a great feature that allows users to quickly access shortcuts. There are six different types of shortcuts available, but only four of them are active at any given time. The left and right arrows move between the shortcuts. The center button activates the carousel.
Using System Menu
To access the system menu, you must first open the shortcut carousel by pressing the center button. You then need to select the wrench icon (the third item) with either right or left buttons.
Finally, press the center button to enter the menu, which contains a tab bar at the top of the display, a list of categories in the middle, and help information at the bottom.
Photo and Video Modes
Pressing the left button while staying on the home screen takes a picture. To take more pictures, insert an SD card into your camera and select the desired number of images.
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How to Use a Rangefinder Binox HD?
Conclusion
Use your rangefinder carefully so as not to damage it.
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