Thursday, September 27, 2012

E7400X Tilt Sensor and Smart Horizontal Mode

Thanks to the combination of distance and tilt measurement functions on the Leica Disto E7400x, you can determine vertical or horizontal distances from remote locations precisely - even over obstructions. This is achieved using the 360° tilt sensor. If obstructions prevent you from taking a direct measurement, you can use the Smart Horizontal Mode to determine a horizontal distance.

On the E7400X, simply press the Smart Horizontal Mode key. Aim the laser at the target and press the Dist button to take the measurement.

The screen will display the angle, height, and adjusted measurement as if you took it on a level horizontal plane.

The height tracking feature allows you to take a vertical measurement continuously. This function works best on a tripod for better stability.

Press the Smart Horizontal Mode key twice. Aim the laser at the lowest vertical point and press the Dist button to take the measurement. Then move the E7400X vertically to the top of your target. A second measurement is not necessary, as the height tracking is continuously displaying the height based on the vertical angle of the Disto. Pressing the Dist button again will stop the continuous height tracking and display the last measurement.



Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Overview of the Leica Disto E7400x

The new Disto E7400X is IP65 sealed against dust and water - ready to handle even the most harsh work environments. The accuracy and range of the E7400x is in compliance with ISO 16331-1, which ensures that this laser distance meter performs exactly as described. This industry standard was developed by an international committee and accounts for favorable, unfavorable,and other specified conditions to guarantee repeatable measuring results. The measuring range of the new Disto E7400x is 2in to 265ft with an accuracy of +/- 1/16 of an inch. The integrated 360 degree tilt sensor is accurate to 0.2 degrees and allows functions for height tracking, area, and volume calculations. This also allows it to measure indirect heights and measure over or past obstructions. With all of these features, the E7400X has replaced both the Disto D330 and D210XT models. MSRP of the E7400X is $279.

The Leica Disto E7400x Features:

  • Range: 2in to 265ft (80 meters)
  • Accuracy ± 1.0mm (better than 1/16th in.)
  • 360° Tilt measurement
  • Smart Horizontal Mode (include indirect height)
  • Height tracking
  • Area calculation
  • Volume calculations
  • Robust housing protects from 6ft drop
  • Trianglar Area
  • Pythagoras 2-point and 3-point measurements
  • Stake out function (2 values)
  • Memory (last 20 results)
  • Multifunctional endpiece with automatic detection
  • IP65(dust and splash water protected)