Leica DISTO D810 Touch Explained
The Leica D810 Touch is a powerful tool with so many great features. In this article we answer some of the commonly asked questions and things covered in the free training we provide with every purchase.
The D810 Touch is the first laser distance meter in the world with a touch screen and a built in camera allowing the user to literally measure with pictures.
In practical terms it enables the user to create fast scaled drawings, dimension objects in pictures and check construction drawings. You can even integrate detailed sketches in an existing sketch, e.g. to a plan view. This allows you to have all the information together in a single document and e-mail them directly to the office.
Leica D810 Touch Explained:
How Many Zoom Levels Does The Leica DISTO D810 Touch Have? The integrated digital Pointfinder in the device has an overview camera and additional 1x, 2x and 4x zoom. You can see in the middle of the status bar of the screen which zoom level you have selected. To change from one zoom level to the next one you have to press the “up/down arrow keys” or you zoom in on the touchscreen as you are used on mobile phones.
Can I Take Photos And What Is The Resolution? Yes, it is possible to take photos and screenshots. The photos taken have a resolution of 800 x 600 pixels and screenshots have a resolution of 240 x 400 pixels. The photos and screenshots are saved in jpg format.
How Can I Download My Photos To A Computer? Photos and screenshots can be downloaded to a computer via USB. The DISTO will be automatically connected (plug and play). You can also download data using a file manager like the Windows Explorer. Deleting files can only be done in the DISTO Gallery function.
Can The Brightness In The Digital Pointfinder Be Adjusted? Yes, when turning the digital Pointfinder on it is indicated in the display. You can change the brightness with the left and right arrow keys on the keypad.
Why Is The Laser Dot On Short Distances Not Centred In The Crosshair? It is the parallax effect due to the distance between the laser window and the digital Pointfinder optics. This effect occurs only when the digital Pointfinder is used on targets below 10m. In this case the laser dot appears displaced in reference to the crosshair. This is not an error, for distances below 10m please rely on the real laser dot.
How Accurate Is The Tilt Sensor? The accuracy of the tilt sensor in the device is ±0.1° to the housing of the device. To the laser beam the maximum deviation can be up to -0.1° and +0.2°. This applies at room temperature (20°C – 30°C). At any other temperatures the maximum deviation increases by ±0.1°.
What Units Of Tilts Are Integrated Into The Leica DISTO D810 Touch? You can set the Leica DISTO™ D810 touch to use different tilt units. Select in the settings “Units inclination” and choose between ° , %, in/ft and mm/m.
The level function in the right hand top corner of the display can also be switched on/off in the settings “level”. It is always set to 0.0° and cannot be changed into a different unit for tilts.
What Is The Angular Range Of The Tilt Sensor? The integrated tilt sensor functions in the range 360° and at a transverse tilt of < ±10°. If the device is held at > ±10° transversely, the info code “i156” appears in the display and indicates that the device is tilted too much.
Is It Possible To Obtain Detailed Information About The Measurements Taken? Yes. If detail information is available this will be indicated with two small arrows in the centre of the status bar in the display. You can now navigate with the arrow keys up and down between the available measurements.
What Is The Accuracy Of The ”Measure With Pictures” Function? The accuracy highly depends on how the function is used. Best results can be achieved when the measuring object is displayed maximum size at the DISTO. In such case the accuracy is below 1% of the measured object. This applies for width, area and diameter measurements.
Can The Leica DISTO D810 Touch Also Be Used To Measure Horizontal Angles? No, the integrated tilt sensor only measures vertical angles. If the device is held at a transverse tilt angle greater than ±10° the display shows an info code “i156”, which means that the device is required to be held level (transversely).
What Is The Measuring Accuracy When Using The Direct Horizontal Measuring Function? For example, if a distance of 10m is measured at an angle of 10°, the error on uncertainty on measurement on the direct horizontal distance (fd) is 3mm. In order to have best results with the direct horizontal distance measurements, considering the deviation of the tilt sensor, use the DISTO as flat as possible.
What Is The Long Range (LR) Mode? For long distances under unfavourable conditions (e.g. long distances and very bright sunlight) we recommend using the special integrated Long Range (LR) Mode . To select the mode enter the menu and select the “LR Mode”. If the “LR Mode” is turned on in the menu you will see the letter “LR” right next to the laser symbol. This mode will allow you to make measurements that were not possible before because most of the time you would receive the info code “i255” (too less signal). When using this special Long Range (LR) Mode the measuring time increases (it may take up to 7sec). For stability it is recommended to use a tripod when having the Long Range (LR) Mode turned on.
How Do I Know If The Device Is Still Measuring In The Digital Pointfinder Mode? When using the digital Pointfinder in any function, especially in the Long Range (LR) Mode, you will see a clock icon on the top of the display. The clock stays in the display until the measurement is finished. Please do not move the device before!
How Can I Extend The Warranty? The standard Leica warranty of 2 years can be extended by one additional year if you register your device within eight weeks of the purchase date. If the product is not registered, a two year warranty applies.
What does it mean when I attempt a measurement but the unit shows a number on the display versus my measured value? This is a message code. The numbers are displayed if a successful measurement could not be performed. The user itself can correct the measuring situation to achieve a measurement. Below you can find the spread sheet from the manual with the corrections:
Measuring With Tripod – Is There Anything To Consider? The measuring reference has to be adjusted to the tripod thread. In the Function Screen choose the reference icon and change the measuring reference to tripod. After switching off the device goes back to the standard setting (rear of device).
What Is Measured With The Height Tracking? The height tracking displays an indirect height. The combination of inclination and distance measuring to the wall opens the possibility for such an indirect calculation. It is a useful function if the height cannot be measured directly or if several height points on the same vertical line need to be measured.
What Does ISO 16331-1 Tested Mean? The range and accuracy of laser distance meters depend greatly on lighting conditions and the reflective properties of the target object. For Leica Geosystems it is important that the performance of the device is maintained not only in the test laboratory but even more so on everyday site tasks. Therefore we have worked with external experts to develop a global standard to test and specify laser distance meters and allow comparisons between devices of different manufacturers. Instruments tested in accordance with ISO 16331-1 achieve their promises.
How Can I Program My Favourite Functions In The Self Programmable Keys? Press the left or right top key for about 2 sec.. An overview (“Favourites”) with all functions appears on the display. Choose the preferred function and press then the left or right top key where you want to have the favourite behind. The favourite is now saved.
What Bluetooth Technology Is Integrated? The Leica DISTO D810 touch has Bluetooth® SMART integrated. The device is working with Smartphones or tablets that have Bluetooth® 4.0 integrated or are Smart Ready. Also it is required that its operating system is supporting this Bluetooth® standard which is the case for iOS, Android 4.3 or newer, Windows 8.
What is the difference between text or spreadsheet mode? In the text mode the measurement result will be transferred as shown in the DISTO™ display. This includes units or fractions for feet and inch. In the spreadsheet mode only numbers are transferred without any unit information. Units with fractions will be converted to the corresponding unit with decimal. This makes further calculations like e.g. in Excel much easier.
How Long Does It Take To Charge The Li-Ion Battery? It takes approx. 4 hours to charge the Li-ion battery. Please contact us if you need a replacement Li-ion battery.