Vector USMC

VECTOR™Operating & Operator Maintenance InstructionsVersion 0.3

LEICA VECTOR™50403020 USMC VECTOR 21

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LEICA VECTOR

VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 2

For safe use of the VECTOR, please note the detailed safetydirections included in this manual.© 2004 Vectronix AG, ® All rights reserved.

VECTOR™

VECTOR™

As its name implies, theVECTOR measures the polarvector from your position to thetarget object.

Congratulations on purchasingyour VECTOR.

VECTOR = 4 instruments in 1:

• BinocularsSuperb optics in a robust,watertight, rubber-armouredcasing.

• Digital CompassDisplays magnetic azimuth orgrid azimuth in degrees ormils.

• Laser RangefinderMeasures from 5 m to over10 km (depending on visibilityand nature of target objects).

• InclinometerDisplays vertical anglesbetween -45° and +45°.

r Range (slope distance)a Azimuth (bearing, horizontal

direction, angle betweennorth and object)

v Vertical angle (inclination,elevation)

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ContentsGetting started ......................................................................................................................................... 6

Changing the battery .................................................................................................................... 6Adjusting the neck strap ............................................................................................................... 7Removing the neck strap .............................................................................................................. 7Storing the VECTOR .................................................................................................................... 7Eyepiece viewing distance ........................................................................................................... 8Eye-base adjustment .................................................................................................................... 8Dioptric adjustment ....................................................................................................................... 8Using the VECTOR ....................................................................................................................... 9

Distance measurements ....................................................................................................................... 10Factors affecting measurement range ....................................................................................... 10Distance measurement (slope distance) .................................................................................... 11Multiple object measurement ..................................................................................................... 12Data transfer for multiple measurements ................................................................................... 13Combined measurement with data transfer (slope distance, azimuth, inclination) .................. 14Horizontal dist. and height difference between your position and a remote object .................. 15Distance between two objects .................................................................................................... 16Horizontal and vertical distance between two objects ............................................................... 17

Azimuth and inclination measurement ............................................................................................... 18Factors influencing azimuth accuracy ....................................................................................... 18Azimuth measurement ................................................................................................................ 19

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Combined azimuth and inclination angle measurement ............................................................ 20Azimuth and horizontal distance between two objects .............................................................. 21Fall of shot - FOS ....................................................................................................................... 22

Data transfer .......................................................................................................................................... 24Connecting/disconnecting the interface cable ........................................................................... 24Cable configuration to PLGR ...................................................................................................... 25Interface parameters .................................................................................................................. 25Cable configuration to PC .......................................................................................................... 26Interface parameters .................................................................................................................. 26Data transfer format for PC ........................................................................................................ 27

Configuration ......................................................................................................................................... 28Making adjustments .................................................................................................................... 28Electronic reticle ......................................................................................................................... 29Night vision device ...................................................................................................................... 29Using the VECTOR with a night vision device ........................................................................... 30

Settings ................................................................................................................................................... 32Setting the measurement units .................................................................................................. 32Range gate ................................................................................................................................. 33Declination compensation .......................................................................................................... 34Declination display ...................................................................................................................... 34Declination setting/correction ..................................................................................................... 35

Contents

Contents


Compass calibration ................................................................................................................... 36General instructions .................................................................................................................... 36Operator guidance ...................................................................................................................... 37Calibration procedure (hand held) .............................................................................................. 38Calibration procedure (on tripod) ............................................................................................... 39Setting the mode of the data interface (RS 232) for Rockwell PLGR+96 / PLGR II ................. 41Setting the PLGR+96 .................................................................................................................. 42Built-in-Test ................................................................................................................................. 43Setting VECTOR back to factory settings .................................................................................. 44

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................... 45

Safety notices ........................................................................................................................................ 51

Care/cleaning ......................................................................................................................................... 53

Technical data ........................................................................................................................................ 54

Equipment .............................................................................................................................................. 57Shipping inventory ...................................................................................................................... 57Accessories ................................................................................................................................. 58Reticle ......................................................................................................................................... 59Reticle with Binocular Enhancer ................................................................................................ 60Options ........................................................................................................................................ 61

Customer service .................................................................................................................................. 62

Contents

Contents


Getting started Changing the battery

Open the battery compartmentusing a suitable tool, or a coin.Insert a 6V lithium battery, type2CR5 or equivalent.Ensure that the drawing ribbonlies above the securing tape ofthe battery cover. Keep thebattery cover seals and theinstrument case clean.

Refit the battery cover and re-tighten the screw.

The VECTOR monitors thebattery’s condition. If the displayshows 'Lo batt', this indicatesthat the battery is used up. Youcan still get readings, but thebattery needs to be replacedsoon.

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The 'Lo batt' display may alsoappear under cold conditions,since low temperature reducesthe battery performance.

Remove the VECTORbattery before a prolonged

period of non-use.Use non-magnetic batteriesonly!

Getting started


To protect from dirt:Always fit the eyepiece

cover and keep your VECTORin its pouch when not in use.

Adjust the length of the neckstrap by pulling the strap slowlybut firmly around the back of thecatch.

Open both catches:Squeeze the two clips togetherand lift the cover. Remove thestrap ends and pull themthrough the lugs on theVECTOR.

Storing the VECTORRemoving the neck strapAdjusting the neck strap

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Getting started


Eyepiece viewing distance Dioptric adjustmentEye-base adjustment

Turn the adjusting knob until theleft and right fields of view fuseto form a circular image.

When using the VECTOR withglasses, push the eyecups fullyinwards.

When using the VECTORwithout glasses, pull theeyecups out to the stop.

Sight on an object farther than100 m away and rotate theeyepieces to obtain a sharpimage. Standard setting:0 dioptres.

If the VECTOR is beingused by a number of diffe-

rent people, remember yourpersonal dioptric setting.

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Getting started

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Using the VECTOR

The VECTOR is operatedentirely by means of the keys onthe top of the casing.

Key operation is indicated bythe following symbols:

Downward arrow: press andhold down the key.Upward arrow: release the keyDouble arrow: press and releasethe key (click)

Double arrow plus a number:Press and release the key in ra-pid succession (e.g. triple click)

Sight the object to be measuredusing the pointing circle orreticle (optional).Hold the VECTOR steady duringmeasurement.The VECTOR displays themeasurement result, thenswitches itself off automaticallyafter a few seconds.

You can prolong thedisplay period by holding

down the measuring key whilethe result is displayed.

Azimuth key

Distance key

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Getting started

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Distance measurements Factors affecting measurement range

Reflective properties Size of the target Oblique surfaces

Atmospheric conditions Vibration Lighting conditions

Distance measurements

11VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 Distance measurements

Distance measurement (slope distance)

Press and hold the distance key;the pointing circle appears in thefield of view.

Turning the pointing circleon and off: see page 29.

Sight the pointing circle on theobject.

Hold the VECTOR steady asyou release the distance key.Read off the distance.If "----" appears in the display, theobject lies outside the measuringrange, or measuring conditionsare poor (see page 10).

Setting measurement unitsand range gate: see pages32, 33.

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VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 12 Distance measurements

Multiple object measurement

Up to 3 separate distances canbe obtained with a single meas-urement, for example when:• the laser beam passes through

objects in front of the maintarget (bushes, shrubs, etc.)

• there are reflective objectsbehind the main target(mountains, etc.)

The distance display blinks for afew seconds after a multipledistance measurement. Click thedistance key repeatedly toobtain all the measureddistances in succession.

This feature is alwaysactivated. The order of the

displayed ranges is: closest,strongest between first and last,and furthest detected echo.

Sight on the most visible portionof the object. Operate theVECTOR as described under”distance measurement”.

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Data transfer for multiple measurements

For data transfer via PLGRwhen measuring multiple targetsproceed as follows:

• Set the communication modeto "PLGr Con" as describedbefore.

• Press the distance key untilthe desired measurement isdisplayed.

• Now press the azimuth key totransfer this data.

See page 12 for details about"Multiple object measurement".


Combined measurement with data transfer (slope distance, azimuth, inclination)

Measurement data is transmittedvia the (optional) interface cableimmediately after the measure-ment is taken (see page 27).It is not possible to store meas-urement data in the VECTORitself.

Hold down both keys simultane-ously (or the remote fire button);the pointing circle appears,together with the current azimuth.

Sight the object with the pointingcircle.Release both keys (or theremote fire button) while holdingthe VECTOR steady.

The azimuth appears at the leftand the slope distance at theright of the field of view.The inclination angle is notdisplayed, but it is sent via thedata interface.

Setting measurement units:see page 32.i


Horizontal dist. and height difference between your position and a remote object

Click the distance key once,then press and hold it down.The pointing circle appears.

Sight the object with the pointingcircle.

Release the distance key whileholding the VECTOR steady.The horizontal distance appearsat the left and the height differ-ence at the right of the field ofview.



Distance between two objects

Press and hold the distancekey.The pointing circle appears.

Sight the first object with thepointing circle.Click the azimuth key whileholding the VECTOR steady.The first object measurement isconfirmed (1-P = first point).

Sight the second object with thepointing circle.Release the distance key whileholding the VECTOR steady.The distance between the twoobjects is displayed.



Horizontal and vertical distance between two objects

Click the distance key once,then press and hold it down.The pointing circle appears.

Sight the first object with thepointing circle.Click the azimuth key whileholding the VECTOR steady.The first object measurement isconfirmed (1-P = first point).

Sight the second object with thepointing circle.Release the distance key whileholding the VECTOR steady.The horizontal distance appearsat the left and the verticaldistance at the right of the fieldof view.


VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 18 Azimuth and inclination measurement

Azimuth and inclination measurement Factors influencing azimuth accuracy

The VECTOR has a digitalcompass that works similarly toa magnetic compass. Metalobjects and magnetic fields cancause errors in directionalreadings. Nonmagnetic metalsand alloys do not affect thecompass readings.

Countermeasures:

• Use non-magnetic batteriesonly!

• Calibrate the compass (seepages 36–40) after everybattery change.

• Observe the minimum safedistances shown oppositewhen making azimuthmeasurements or calibratingthe compass:

55 m

10 m

2 m0.5 m

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19VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 Azimuth and inclination measurement

Azimuth measurement

Press and hold the azimuth key.The pointing circle appears,together with the current azimuth.The display updates continuousazimuth twice per second.

Sight the object with the pointingcircle, then release the azimuthkey while holding the VECTORsteady.The most recently measuredazimuth is displayed.


VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 20 Azimuth and inclination measurement

Combined azimuth and inclination angle measurement

Click the azimuth key once, thenimmediately press and hold itdown.

The following items appear inthe field of view:• the pointing circle• the current azimuth at the left• the current angle of inclination

at the right.Sight the object with the pointingcircle, then release the azimuthkey while holding the VECTORsteady.

The azimuth and angle ofinclination to the object aredisplayed.

Setting measurementunits: see page 32.i

21VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 Azimuth and inclination measurement

Azimuth and horizontal distance between two objects

Press and hold the azimuth key.The pointing circle appears,together with the currentazimuth.

Sight the first object with thepointing circle.Click the distance key (> 0.5 s)while holding the VECTORsteady.The first object measurement isconfirmed (1-P = first point).

Sight the second object with thepointing circle.Release the azimuth key whileholding the VECTOR steady.The azimuth appears at the leftand the horizontal distance atthe right of the field of view.



Fall of shot - FOS

Azimuth and inclination measurement

Click the azimuth key once, thenimmediately press and hold itdown.The following items appear inthe field of view:• the current azimuth at the left• the current angle of inclination

at the right

Sight the target with thepointing circle. Click the distan-ce key while holding theVECTOR steady - "1-P"appears.

Sight the FOS and releaseazimuth key while holding theVECTOR steady.

The corrections (L.. / r..,A.. / d..) from FOS to targetappear first.


iThe display time can beextended, by holding down

the distance key during the timethe parameters are shown.

Click distance key to displayheight correction (UP.. / dn..).Click distance key to displaycorrections again.

Example: If a shot is left andshort, the correction is r.. andA.. with the appropriate value.

Azimuth and inclination measurement

Fall of shot - FOS (continued)


Data transfer Connecting/disconnecting the interface cable

On the underside of the VECTORis a socket for sending data to:• personal computers or laptops• modems• fire control systems• PLGR / DAGR

Our customer service willbe pleased to inform you

about special accessories fortransmitting and analysing data.

CautionIncorrect handling can damagethe socket and optionalinterface cable.

To plug:Align the respective red markingson the plug and socket.Slide the plug carefully into thesocket until the lockingmechanism engages.

To unplug:Grasp the plug grip• between two fingers,• draw it carefully back to the

stop to disengage the lockingmechanism,

• pull back a little harder untilthe plug slips out of the socket.

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Data transfer


The optional interface cable is intended for connection to a PLGRserial interface with a 15-pin plug.

Cable configuration to PLGR Interface parameters

Interface ......................... RS 232Datatransmission .......... bidirectionalBaud rate .................... 9600 bpsParity .................................. noneData bits ................................... 8Stop bits ................................... 1Handshake ......................... none

Data transfer


The optional interface cable is intended for connection to a PCserial interface with a 9-pin D plug.

Cable configuration to PC Interface parameters

Interface ......................... RS 232Datatransmission .......... bidirectionalBaud rate .................... 9600 bpsParity .................................. noneData bits ................................... 8Stop bits ................................... 1Handshake ......................... none

Data transfer


Data transfer format for PC

A complete set of measure-ments therefore consists of 31ASCII characters.Before and after this continuousstring, a steady logic 1 istransmitted while the VECTORis powered on.

Start character for measurementvalue:d (v) .............................. distancea .................................... azimuthe ................... angle of inclination

(elevation)

Start character for error report:C ......................... compass errorR ..........................distance errorM ............................... instrument

(main board) error

Measurement value: 6 integerdigits or six-digit hexadecimalerror code.The data transmitted comprises:• distance in centimetres, with

0.5 m resolution• azimuth and inclination in

milliradians (full circle =6'283.2 mrad) and 0.2 mradresolution.

Every measurement (distance,azimuth, inclination) is transmittedas 10 ASCII characters; 11 fordistance data:

Che

cksu

m

End

cha

ract

er

Mea

sure

men

tva

lue

Sta

rt c

hara

cter

Checksum: 2 hexadecimaldigits. These correspond to the8 LSBs (least significant bits) ofthe ASCII measurement valueand the start character.

End character: 1 position for linefeed (CR).

15'708/0

31'416/0

N

+30

° 0/0

0/5'236

0/57'596-30°

47'124/0

Z XXXXXX XY <CR>

Measurement examples:

Data transfer

VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 28 Configuration

Making adjustmentsConfiguration

Various instrument functions areswitched on and off via theconfiguration menu.

Click the distance key five timesin rapid succession. "COn FIG"appears followed by the currentrange setting.

Click the azimuth key until thedesired function status appears.

The various functions aredescribed in detail on the

following pages.

Click the distance key five timesin rapid succession to save yoursettings.

If the distance key is not correctlyclicked five times, the previoussettings remain unchanged and”Old Conf” is displayed.

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Electronic reticle Night vision device

Function: ErEt on/OFF(Electronic Reticle)

The pointing circle is by defaultOFF.

'ErEt' on is automaticallyselected when 'niGt on' isselected.

Function: niGt on/OFF(Night Vision)

This function• is normally turned OFF;• reduces the display

brightness;• is needed only when a night

vision device is attached.

Reticle

Pointingcircle

'niGt on' may appear if operationis attempted with the function'niGt on' during daylightconditions.

VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 30 Configuration

Using the VECTOR with a night vision device

Remove binocular enhancerwhen attached.Remove the eyecup from theright eyepiece.Rotate the right eyepiece toadjust it to 0 dioptres.Then slide the eyepiece fullyinwards.

Adjust the eyepiece on the nightvision device to suit youreyesight. Standard setting:0 dioptres.

Remove the protective lens cap.Rotate the lens counter-clockwise all the way out

Fit the adapter, and screw itfirmly to the tripod bushing.

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Carefully slide the night visiondevice into the adapter.

Activate the ”niGt” function inthe configuration menu (seepage 28).

Using the VECTOR with a night vision device (continued)

At observation distances below100 m, focus the night visiondevice.While sighting on an object withthe azimuth botton pressed andheld, adjust PVS-14 (diopter)eyepiece and (objective) focusin order to see the object andazimuth readout clearly.

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Adjust PVS-14 brightness (gaincontrol) to improve the image.

When you finish using thenight vision device, return

to the normal "niGt OFF" setting.

"niGt on" is displayed,when function is activated

and used in daylight conditions.

VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 32 Settings

Setting the measurement unitsSettings

Various angle and distancemeasurement units may be setvia the configuration menu.

Click the azimuth key five timesin rapid succession.”Unit SEtt” appears briefly,followed by the measurementunits currently in use by theVECTOR.

Click the distance key until thedesired units appear in the fieldof view:• at the left: angular unit in mils

or degrees• at the right: distance unit in

metres (SI-Unit) or feet.

Click the azimuth key five timesin rapid succession to save yourpreferred units.

If the azimuth key is not correctlyclicked five times, the previoussettings remain unchanged and”Old Unit” is displayed.

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33VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 Settings

In certain applications, it may bedesirable to limit the closestdistance that the VECTOR willmeasure.

Click the distance key threetimes in rapid succession. ”diStGAtE“ appears, followed by thecurrent setting.

Click the azimuth key until thedesired minimum distanceappears (e.g. 500 m).Depending on VECTOR modelthe range gates will be different.

Setting the minimumdistance to "5 SI-U"

disables the range gate (defaultgate = 500m).

Click the distance key threetimes in rapid succession tosave the setting.If you do not press the distancekey, the previous setting remainsunchanged and "Old GAtE" isdisplayed.

"GAtE on" is displayedwhen closer ranges are

measured.

Range gate

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Declination compensation

Declination represents thedeviation between magneticnorth and grid north.

Declination• varies from location to location• varies from time to time• is specified on most land and

sea maps

To refer the azimuth angle togrid north: enter the localdeclination value into theVECTOR.

To refer the azimuth angle tomagnetic north: enter a zerodeclination value into theVECTOR.

Click the azimuth key threetimes in rapid succession.The current declination value isdisplayed for 10 seconds.The VECTOR displays ”OlddECL” before switching itself off(the declination value isunchanged).

Declination display

Declination is displayed in thecurrently selected angular units(see page 32).

The stored declinationvalue

• is reset to 0 when the meas-urement units are changed(see page 32);

• is retained when the battery isexhausted or replaced;

• is factory-set to 0.

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Declination setting/correction

Click the azimuth key threetimes in rapid succession.The stored declination value isdisplayed.

When used with PLGR (orother device determiningdeclination (MAGVAR))declination must be set at"0".

Distance key• short click: the declination value

changes by one unit per click.• long click (hold down the key

for longer than half a second):the declination value changescontinuously.

Use the azimuth key tochange between increment

and decrement !

Click the azimuth key threetimes in rapid succession tostore the new declination value.

If the azimuth key is not correctlyclicked three times, the previoussettings remain unchanged and”Old dECL” is displayed.

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Compass calibration

When?

• After every battery change.• After the VECTOR has been

exposed to strong magneticfields.

• When metallic parts have beenattached to the VECTOR (e.g.night vision device).

• After movement greater than20 km and/or to a differentterrain type.

Check the stored declina-tion after every compass

calibration, and correct ifnecessary.

Where?

In an open area (e.g. a field) atan adequate distance frombuildings and metallic objects(see page 18). Ensure that thereare no buried pipes, cables, etc.in the vicinity.

Never calibrate the compassinside a building, or in the

vicinity of disruptive magneticfields!

General instructions

How?

There is a choice of threecalibration procedures:

• 4 point calibration (4 Pt Co)achieves adequate precisionfor most applications.

• 12 point calibration (12 Pt Co)is performed at the factoryunder optimal conditions.

• 12 point calibration on tripod(PPS Co), Precision PointingSystem.

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Operator guidance

The VECTOR needs to beswivelled in various directionsduring calibration. Instructionsfor the required direction ofmovement appear successivelyin the display:turn UP.................... tilt upwardsrtrn hori ....... return to horizontalturn dn ................. tilt downwardsrot 90°(60°) ... rotate by 90°(60°)

tilt left ....... tilt the left side of theVECTOR downwards

undo tilt ....... return to horizontaltoo far .............. reverse direction

Instructions in brackets applyto 12 point calibration only.

Always turn in the samedirection for all ”rot 90°”instructions.

Important:Perform each movement slowlyand steadily, until the nextinstruction appears.When you see the ”StOP”instruction, immediately holdthe VECTOR still and on noaccount move it while ”StOP” isdisplayed.

turn dn

turn UP

(rtrn

hori)

rot 90°

(tilt left)

(undo tilt)+30

°

-30°-30°

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Calibration procedure (hand held)

Point the VECTOR roughlynorthwards.

Click the azimuth key four timesin rapid succession. ”FIEL Co”appears briefly, followed by”4 Pt Co” for the regular 4 pointcalibration.

If you want to perform the12 point calibration click

the distance key when ”4 Pt Co”is displayed until the desiredoption is displayed. Theselected procedure startsautomatically in a few moments.Move the VECTOR according tothe displayed instructions (seepage 37).

After the last instruction,analysis begins and the pointingcircle blinks for a few seconds.You then see• ”Good Co” followed by

accuracy value• ”bAd Co” followed by accuracy

value• ”ACC”: accuracy value in units

selected

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Calibration procedure (on tripod)

After the last instruction and theanalysis the accuracy value isdisplayed.

Place the VECTOR on mini-tripod SST3-2 and level 30°downwards (see marking ontripod).

Click the azimuth key four timesin rapid succession. ”FIEL Co”appears briefly, followed by”4 Pt Co”.

Now press the distance key until”PPS Co” is displayed. Thecalibration procedure startsautomatically in a few moments.Proceed as described before.As a help for ”rot 60°”: rotatefrom the first tripod foot to themiddle position between thisand the next foot, then to thenext foot and so on.

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Calibration procedure (hand held and on tripod)

Magnetic interference can stilllead to inaccurate measurements,even if calibration was successful.For this reason, you shouldverify compass accuracy after asuccessful calibration: performseveral azimuth measurementson known landmarks andcompare the results.

If you get a ”bAd Co”,reattempt calibration until

”Good Co” appears. Considermoving to an alternative position.

Possible causes of calibrationfailure:• The VECTOR was moved

while a ”StOP” instruction wasdisplayed.

• Movements performed toofast, or jerkily.

• Strong magnetic disturbancesin the vicinity.

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The newly determinedconstants are automaticallystored.

The newly determinedconstants are automaticallystored

”Good Co”"ACC xx"

”bAd Co”"ACC xx"

After calibration, the VECTOR acts on the measurement results asfollows:


The VECTOR data interfacecommunication mode can beswitched between:• the standard PC mode• the data output for the

communication withPLGR+96 / PLGR II.

The default setting for thecommunication is the PLGRmode.

To change the communicationsettings proceed as follows:

• Press the azimuth key sixtimes in rapid succession toengage the RS 232 settingmode. "IF SEtt" will bedisplayed, followed by thecurrent setting.

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• Press the distance key tobrowse in the menu.

• If the currently displayedsetting is confirmed by a rapidsix fold click with the azimuthkey the setting of the RS232communication will apply andwill be stored. The storedcommunication mode appearsin the display.

• If the setting was not stored,the signal "OLD rS" will bedisplayed.

• To quit without altering, waituntil the display ceases.

When used with PLGRdeclination must be set at"0" (see page 35).

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Setting the mode of the data interface (RS 232) for Rockwell PLGR+96 / PLGR II


Setting the PLGR+96

• Set the tracking mode to CONT.• Select the position format which corresponds to

the map being used.• Select the appropriate ELEV units.• Select the appropriate ELEV reference.• Select the appropriate ANG units.• Select the appropriate ANG reference (Grid).• Select the datum which corresponds to the map

being used.

The proper datum must be selected.Improper datum selection will result inpoor target position accuracy.

• Set the AUTOMATIC OFF TIMER to OFF.• Set the SERIAL mode to standard.

Note: Azimuth in VECTOR and Azimuthon PLGR+96 / PLGR II will be different,due to Declination Angle.

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Built-in-Test

Click the distance key six timesin rapid succession."bIt" appears briefly, the testprocedure starts automatically.

Use the azimuth key to scrollthrough the list.Otherwise after some secondsit's proceeded automatically.

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1. Software type: Type 21USMC

2. Software version: 05.00 rF3. All display segments on:

888888 88888884. Memory test: MEMO PASS /

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Setting VECTOR back to factory settings

Click the azimuth key eighttimes in rapid succession.

"rSt to dEFAULt" is displayedfollowed by "no YES".

Click the azimuth key eighttimes in rapid succession toset VECTOR to factory settings."Stor dEFAULt" is displayed.

If not done correctly, the settingsremain unchanged and”no CHAnGE” is displayed.

Azimuth key• YES: allows to change back to

factory settingsDistance key• no: keeps current settings

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Solution

You cannot see a circularimage with both eyes.

Measurements cannot betaken.

Eye-base or eyecup incorrectlyadjusted.

Eyes are not positioned on theVECTOR’s optical axis.

The battery has run out.

Battery contacts corroded.

Low temperature reducesbattery performance.

Extreme heat shortens batterylife.

Adjust the eye-base or eyecupfollowing the instructions onpage 8.

Reposition your head, or theinstrument.

Replace the battery. Preferablyuse SANYO type.

Clean the battery contacts.

Carry the VECTOR close toyour body.

Do not store the battery attemperatures in excess of+70°C.

Troubleshooting

VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 46 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting (continued)

“- - - -” appears in the displaywhen distance is measured.

The distance is outside thespecified measuring range.

Measured distance lies withinthe distance gate.

Inadequate reflectance:• object too small or inaccurately

targeted;• The VECTOR was shaken

during measurement;• Bad weather conditions (haze,

fog, turbulence).

See the specified measuringrange on page 54.

Reduce or turn off the rangegate, following the instructionson page 33.

See the list of factors affectingmeasuring range on page 10.




Multiple object measurement isactivated: see page 12.

The permissible angle has beenexceeded:

tilted too far upwards

tilted too far downwards

tilted too far to the right

tilted too far to the left

Distance display blinks.

These symbols are displayedduring azimuth measurement:

Click the distance key to displaydistances in succession (seepage 12).

Do not over-tilt or bank theVECTOR.


Troubleshooting




Inaccurate azimuth measure-ment values.

The expected display does notappear after clicking a keyseveral times.

Incorrect declination value hasbeen stored.

Disruptive magnetic fields at themeasuring position.

Calibration in an area withmagnetic interference.

Altered magnetic conditionswithin the instrument after abattery change.

Key was pressed too slowly, orwith insufficient force.

Store the correct declinationvalue (see page 34, 35).

See the factors affectingmeasurement accuracy onpage 18.

Recalibrate the compass (seepages 36– 40).

Recalibrate the compass.

Press and release the key inrapid succession. Alwayspress the key down until thereis an audible click.


The electronic pointing circleand display are not visible.

The electronic pointing circle isnot visible.

”Lo bAtt” is displayed.

”niGT” is activated, for use witha night vision device.

Dioptric is out of focus.

”ErET OFF” is selected (for usewith a glass reticle).

The battery is used up.

Reduced battery performance atlow temperature.

Select ”niGT OFF” in theconfiguration menu (see pages28, 29).

Adjust dioptric setting

Select ”ErET on” in theconfiguration menu (see pages28, 29).

You can still get some readings,but the battery needs to bereplaced soon.

You can still get some readings,but the VECTOR or the batteryneeds to be warmed up (e.g.on your body).



Troubleshooting




"niGT on" is displayed.

"GAtE on" is displayed.

Compensation can not becompleted.

Measurement data not beingreceived at PLGR

”niGT” is activated, for use witha night vision device but used indaylight conditions.

”DISt GAtE” is activated.

Timing out of compensation(nothing in display).

Going too far on a command

Interface cable not properlyconnected.

Combined measurement notbeing used.

'PC Con' selected

Select ”niGT OFF” in theconfiguration menu (see pages28, 29).

Select an appropriate rangegate (see page 33).

Turn / tilt farther or movefaster.

Turn / tilt more slowly and stopat the appropriate time.

Adjust cable connection.

Press range and azimuthbuttons simultaneously.

Change to 'PLGr Con'.

51VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 Safety notices

Safety noticesIntended purposeThe VECTOR• is designed as a navigation aid;• is to be used in addition to

other instruments or techniques;• must never be used as a sole

navigation instrument.

Limitations of useThe VECTOR must not be usedin the vicinity of sensitiveelectrical equipment.All other usage limitations arementioned in the technicalspecifications.

Blinding hazard• Do not look into powerful light

sources with the VECTOR.• Do not open the VECTOR.

The built-in laser can causeeye injuries.

Explosion hazardThe battery must not be• short-circuited;• recharged;• mechanically modified;• placed in fire or heated above

+85°C with the VECTOR.

Inappropriate use• VECTOR deployment without

prior knowledge of theoperating instructions andsafety notices.

• Changes and modifications tothe VECTOR by the customer.

• Use of third-party accessoriesnot expressly approved byVectronix AG.

Inappropriate use brings the riskof• injuries;• instrument errors;• damage to property;• malfunction;


Physical injury hazard• Do not place the VECTOR on

a vehicle parcel-shelf ordashboard – risk of injurywhen braking.

• Check the carrying strap atregular intervals, and replace itif damaged.

Environmental hazardThe VECTOR contains certaincomponents that should betreated as hazardous waste,and must therefore be disposedof via a specialist dealer.

Deposit used batteries at aproper collection point.

Avoiding storage andtransport damage• When not in use, always keep

the VECTOR in its pouch withthe eyepiece protection capsfitted.

• Remove the battery prior toprolonged storage. Batteryleakage can damage theVECTOR!

• Observe the permissiblestorage temperatures.

• Do not expose the VECTOR tostrong mechanical shocks orabrupt temperature transitionsduring transport (moisturecondensation).

• Use the pouch and transitcase or equivalent packagingfor shipment.

Avoiding measurement errors• Note the factors affecting

measurement accuracy (seepages 10, 18).

• Always perform testmeasurements after theVECTOR has been exposed torough handling (vibration, falls,etc.), and before carrying outimportant measurement tasks.

Safety notices (continued)

Safety notices


Care/cleaningThe VECTOR’s performanceand serviceability areconditional on regular care andimmediate attention toproblems:• Do not touch glass lenses with

fingers.• Do not soil the operating keys

with oil or grease.• Avoid abrupt temperature

transitions, since these cancause condensation moistureto develop inside theVECTOR.

The VECTOR does not needspecial care or cleansers.

Therefore• do not use any kind of

impregnated cloth intended forcleaning spectacle lenses,

• do not use any solvent exceptwater, e.g. no alcohol orcleansers.

Lens cleaningParticles of dirt should be blownoff or removed using a soft brush.Finger prints may be cleanedfirst by wiping with a damp cloth,followed by soft, clean opticaltissue or chamois leather.

Cleaning the casingWipe the casing with a dampcloth.Pay special attention to dirt andgrease around the keys.Blow out the VECTOR interfacecable socket, and clean itcarefully.Allow the VECTOR to dry fullybefore packing.

Cleaning the interface cableProtect the cable from dampand dirt as much as possible!Wipe the cable with a dampcloth. Blow out soiled cableplugs with clean air, and leavethem to dry.

Care / cleaning


Technical data

Technical data

Rangefinder

Laser type: IR diode ...................... 1550 nmEye safety ...................................... Class 1Safety standards ........................... IEC 60825-1 Ed 1.2: 2001-08

ANSI Z 136.1 (2000)FDA 21 CFR, Ch 1§ 1040 (1988)

Range capability ............................ 5 m - 12000 mSpecified performance ................... 25 m - 5500 mVisibility .......................................... 10 kmTarget size ..................................... 2.3 x 2.3 mAlbedo ............................................ 0.3Detection probability ...................... >90%Accuracy (1σ) ................................ ± 5 mFalse alarm rate ............................. < 2%Beam divergence ........................... ≤ 0.4x0.7 milsDisplay resolution .......................... 1 Meter / 1 foot


Technical data (continued)

Magnetic compass(azimuth and inclination)

Azimuth measurement range ...... 360° / 6400 milsAccuracy (1σ):

Azimuth ................................................. ± 10 milInclination ................................................ ± 3 mil

Display resolution .................................... 1°/ 1 milMaximum inclination / bank angle ................ ± 45°Max. update rate ...................................... 120/minCompass calibration .... user initiated, menu drivenDeclination ..................................... ± 9.9° / 999 mil

(adjustable)

Optics

Magnification ..................................................... 7xwith Binocular Enhancer .............................. 10x

Clear objective diameter .............................. 42 mmExit pupil diameter ........................................ 6 mmEye relief .................................................. 18.5 mmField of view @ 1000 metres ...................... 120 mAxial resolution .............. better than 6 arcsecondsInterpupillary distance adjustment . 58.5-71.5 mmFocus ............................................................. fixedDioptric correction .................................... > ±5 dpt

Pointing circle illuminates to indicate laserdirection and approximate laser spot size ontarget.

Technical data


Technical data (continued)

Miscellaneous

Power supply .............................................................................................. 6V lithium battery (type 2CR5)Battery capacity ............................................................................................ approx. 3000 measurementsProtective covering ................................. environmentally sealed, impact-resistant rubber armour casingImmersion proofing ....................................................................................... 10 min. in 1 m depth of waterOperational temperature range ............................................................................................. -35° to +63°CStorage temperature range (without battery) ........................................................................ -40° to +85°CShock resistance .................................................................................................... 30 g / 11 ms / xyz axesVibration resistance ........................................................................................ 10 to 500 Hz for 10 minutesDimensions ................................................................................................................... 205 x 178 x 82 mmTripod bushing thread ....................................................................................................................... A 1/4"Weight ...................................................... 1710 g (including eyepiece protection and battery type 2CR5)Interface ........................................................................................................ RS-232, unidirectional output

Technical data


667 001

535 314

702 956

636 965

Equipment

Order no. Description

––– VECTOR 21535 314 SEB50 lithium battery, 6 volt, SANYO type 2CR5636 965 STR1 neck strap702 956 Eyepiece protection cover

Optional equipment:667 001 SVP272 camouflage pouch with accessories

Shipping inventory

Equipment

VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 58 Equipment

Order no. Description

901 601 SEV73 Data cable to PLGR664 671 SOBD1 objective cap (order 2 pcs.)664 672 SOBD2 objective cap with glint protection (order 2 pcs.)664 868 SST3-1 mini-tripod, non-magnetic

Accessories

901 601 664 671 664 868664 672


Glass reticle

An engraved reticle can be usedin place of the electronic pointingcircle.Line spacing: 10 milsLine-point spacing: 5 mils

Reticle

i

Equipment

1 mil corresponds to 1 mspacing at a distance of1 km.

In the sample above it's 10 miland therefore 10 m.

1'000 m

10 m


Glass reticle and BinocularEnhancer

The size factor of the glassreticle changes when usedtogether with the BinocularEnhancer

Line spacing: 7 milsLine-point spacing: 3.5 mils

i1 mil corresponds to 1.4 mspacing at a distance of1 km.

In the sample above it's 10 miland therefore 14 m.

1'000 m

14 m

Reticle with Binocular Enhancer

Binocular Enhancer

• Increase in range performanceup to 35% (average 25%)

• Magnification (together withVECTOR) 10x

61VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 Equipment

Options

Mounting the objective capwith glint protection (SOBD2)

VECTOR ™- USMC VECTOR 21-V.0.3 62 Customer service

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VECTOR is a trade mark ofVectronix AG, Heerbrugg,Switzerland.

CLASS 1LASER PRODUCT

Eye safety

IEC 60825-1 Ed 1.2 (2001-08)ANSI Z 136.1 (2000)FDA 21 CFR Ch 1§ 1040 (1988)

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