Features
Features - LCD Detail
Introduction
QM75 Quick Measure
Distance Meter
User Guide
Thank you for choosing the Spectra Precision QM75 from the Trimble
family of precision products. This easy-to-use distance measuring tool
will allow you to measure distances quickly, accurately and reliably.
Before using the Quick Measure, read this operator’s manual carefully.
Included is information about operation, safety and maintenance. Also
included are CAUTIONs and NOTEs to highlight important
considerations. CAUTION indicates a hazard or unsafe practice that
could result in a minor injury or property damage. A NOTE indicates
important information to help the user employ the product efficiently.
1. Protective overmolding
Previous measurement value
2. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) -
Illuminated with 20 second shutoff
3. Measure Button
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4. Power On/Off Button
5. Measuring Reference - measurements
are from bottom of unit
Units of measure
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Result measurement value
Ensure that the operating instructions are with the laser distance meter
when it is given to other persons.
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Laser switched on
6. Laser Exit and Receiving Lens
Your comments and suggestions are welcome; please contact us at:
Battery status
Menu On
Trimble Spectra Precision Division
8261 State Route 235
Dayton, Ohio 45424 USA
Phone:
+1 (937) 203-4419
+1 (800) 527-3771
+1 (937) 482-0030
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Temperature too high or too low
Fax:
Unfavorable signal conditions
7. Pouch with belt loop
8. 2 x AAA batteries
9. User Guides
Ambient light at target too bright
Contact service
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Power on/off options
Batteries - Installation
1. Open the battery compartment.
2. Remove the batteries from the packaging and insert them in the
tool.
NOTE When installing batteries note the positive (+) and
negative (-) markings on the housings
3. Close the battery compartment cover.
General Operation
Specifications
1) The Quick Measure is designed to allow quick measurements by
pressing the Measure Button to switch on the tool and activate the
laser. In this case, measurement is accomplished when the Measure
Button is pressed the second time.
2) It is also possible to use the power button to switch on the tool. In
this case, the Measure Button must be pressed once to activate the laser
and a second time to accomplish a measurement.
Single distance measurement
1) Switch on the laser beam by pressing the Measure Button.
2) Point the laser dot to the surface to be measured. (Distance is
measured from bottom of the tool).
3) Press the Measure Button once again. The measured distance will
be displayed.
4) Press the Power On/Off Button to switch off.
Measuring Range
Accuracy
0.3 to 70 m (1 to 230 feet)
1.5 mm typical ( 1/16 inch)
Functions
Individual measure and continuous measure
Display
Illuminated LCD showing distance, operating
and battery status
Automatic cut off
Battery life
laser - 1 minute, product 10 minutes
8000 measures
Settings menu (to change sound and unit of measure)
Continuous measurement
1) With the tool switched off, press and hold the Power On/Off Button
for approximately 2 seconds to enter menu mode.
2) Press the Measure Button to switch the beep signal On or Off.
3) Press the Power On/Off Button to access the measuring units
settings.
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Power supply
-100C to +500C (140F to 1220F)
-300C to +700C (-220F to 1580F)
2 x AAA 1.5V
1) Press and hold the Measure Button for 2 seconds to activate
continuous measuring mode. The tool beeps during continuous
measure mode if beeper is turned on.
2) Press the Measure Button again to stop continuous measure.
Power indication
Laser Safety
LCD 4 segments - 100%, 75%, 50%, 25%
(It does not matter if the Quick Measure is On or Off. It will always
switch to continuous measurement). During continuous measurement,
the distances are recalculated and displayed about 8 to 15 times per
second, depending upon the reflectivity of the target surface. When
continuous measure is stopped, the last valid distance measurement is
displayed on the result line.
4) Press the Measure Button repeatedly to scroll through the choice of
units. Available measure units:
Class II as per EN 60825-1:2007; IEC 60825-
1:2007 CFR 21 § 1040 (FDA)
Laser Type / Power
Dimensions
Weight
635nm visible red / < 1 mW
mm
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in
ft
yd
1/8 ft
1/16 ft
1/8 in
1/16 in
Battery disposal - Some areas have regulations regarding the disposal
of batteries. Be sure to dispose of discharged batteries properly.
CAUTION: The batteries should be removed when storing the laser
more than 30 days.
34 x 42 x 125 mm (1.34 x 1.65 x 4.92 in)
144 g (5.0 oz) with batteries
5) To close the menu, press and hold the Power On/Off Button for
approximately 2 seconds. The tool is switched off and settings saved.
Dust and Water resistance IP 55 protection against dust and water jets
IEC 529
Drop Performance
1.5 m (5 ft) onto concrete
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