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Ranger 1300 Specifications
Range Reflective: 9–1300 yards (9–1189 meters)
Range Deer: 9–600 yards (9–594 meters)
Accuracy: + /- 3 yards @ 1000 yards
Maximum Angle Reading: +/- 60 degrees (INC 50)
Measuring Time: < 1 second
Battery Life: 2000 single range minimum
Operating Temperature: 14° to 131°F (–10°to 55°C)
Magnification: 6x
Objective Lens: 22 mm
Eye Relief: 17 mm
Diopter: +/- 3 diopters
The Ranger®
1300 Rangefinder
The Ranger®is an extremely effective anglecompensated laser rangefinder intended for both
archer and rifle shooter. Using the primary HCD
(Horizontal Component Distance) mode, the Ranger
provides the key angle compensated range information
required by the vast majority of rifle and bow shooters
in a simple, quick to read display.
The Ranger also provides
LOS (Line of Sight) mode
and Scan feature along with
adjustments for reading in
yards or meters and setting
the brightness of the
display.
Please be sure to read entire manual prior to using the
Ranger.
Basic Operation
Install Battery
Open the battery
compartment and
install the CR2
battery included
with the Ranger.
Power Up
Once you install the
battery, the Ranger is in Ready Condition—the normal
power-off condition when not ranging. To power up
the Ranger from Ready Condition and prepare for
ranging, press and release the Measure button. The
HCD or LOS ranging screen will display. The
Ranger will power down automatically after
ten seconds of non-use.
Focus
Turn the eyecup in or out until image is
sharp.
Mode Selection
Your Ranger is factory set to the angle
compensating HCD mode, yards, and
medium brightness. For most users, these
are the preferred settings.
To change modes, after the Ranger is
powered up activate the Mode Selection
by pressing and holding the Menu button
for at least four seconds. Once the Mode Selection screen
displays, release the button.
As you progress through Mode Selection, you may exit at any
time and save your settings by pressing and holding the Menu
button for at least four seconds—the Ranger will then return
to power-up condition.
Set and Save Mode Selections in 3 Steps
1. Choose between the
HCD and LOS Modes.
After activating the Mode
Selection, press the
Measure button to toggle
between the HCD and LOS
displays. Press the Menu
button to save your desired
choice and move to the Yards/Meters selection
screen.
2. Choose between
Yards and Meters
Display.
Press the Measure button
to toggle between the
Yards and Meters display.
Press the Menu button to
save your desired choice
and move to the Brightness selection screen.
3. Choose the Brightness Setting.
The Ranger provides three illumination settings. Press the
Measure button to toggle through the three Brightness
settings. Press the Menu button to save your desired setting
and move back to HCD/LOS selection screen.
To exit Mode Selection and save settings, press and hold the
Menu button for four seconds. Settings will also save when
Ranger powers down automatically.
Ranging
With the Ranger powered up, position the crosshair on the
target object and press and release the Measure button to get
the distance measurement. If the laser is not able to range
due to the reflectivity of the target, you will see a display
similar to that shown here. To range a new target, simply reaim and press the Measure button again.
Scan Ranging
With the Ranger powered up, activate
Scan Ranging by pressing and holding
the Measure button down. A blinking “S”
will appear in the lower left corner.
Keeping the button depressed will
continuously measure distance as you
pan the crosshair back and forth across
target objects. Releasing the Measure
button will return laser to the Power Up
Condition.
Ranging Mode Explanations
The Ranger provides two range modes: HCD (Horizontal
Component Distance) and LOS (Line of Sight). Both modes
offer a Scan feature.
HCD Mode
The Ranger HCD range display is intended to be the
primary mode—used for most all rifle and archery shooting
conditions. The yardage number displayed is the critical
horizontal component distance.
Using the HCD Mode
Use the HCD range mode in the following situations:
•Rifle shooting on level ground at any range.
•Rifle shooting out to ranges of 800 yards with mild slopes
(less than 15 degrees).
•Rifle shooting out to ranges of 400 yards with moderate
slopes (15 to 30 degrees).
•For all archery shooting.
Note: See page 13 for method of reading slope degree in LOS
mode.
The displayed HCD yardage number is corrected for shot angle
and needs no extra user
input; shooters simply use the
appropriate level ground bullet
drop and wind adjustment for
the range displayed and shoot.
Archers use the appropriate
level ground sight pin for the range displayed and shoot.
Using the HCD Mode
Use the HCD range mode in the following situations:
•Rifle shooting on level ground at any range.
•Rifle shooting out to ranges of 800 yards with mild slopes
(less than 15 degrees).
•Rifle shooting out to ranges of 400 yards with moderate
slopes (15 to 30 degrees).
•For all archery shooting.
Note: See page 13 for method of reading slope degree in LOS
mode.
The displayed HCD yardage number is corrected for shot angle
and needs no extra user
input; shooters simply use the
appropriate level ground bullet
drop and wind adjustment for
the range displayed and shoot.
Archers use the appropriate
level ground sight pin for the range displayed and shoot.
LOS Mode – Using the INC Number
When in LOS mode, an additional number is displayed below
the yardage number. This number is slope shown in degrees.
The slope incline number can be used with drop charts or
field cards to calculate precise bullet drops in mountainous
terrain.
Scan Feature
The Scan feature can be used to range moving targets or
help range smaller targets on uniform backgrounds in either
HCD or LOS modes. Once powered up, press and hold the
Measure button and scan laser back and forth, watching for
changes in the yardage number as crosshairs move across the
target object. A blinking “S” display indicates Scan Ranging
is activated.
Scan back and forth, watching for
yardage number to display or change.
Tripod Use for Ranging
Using a tripod to steady the
rangefinder will increase your
ability to range small targets at
longer distances. If the Ranger is
used on a tripod, the reticle may
appear tilted depending on tripod
level.
Lanyard
When not using a tripod,
the lanyard provides a
secure way to carry your
rangefinder.
Maintenance
•Use lens brush to remove dust or grit from lenses.
•Use a clean lens cloth or tissue to remove smudges or
smears from lenses.
•Store rangefinder in a dry location away from direct
sunlight.
Rangefinding Tips
Laser rangefinders work by emitting a brief pulse of light aimed at
a target object. Distance is determined by the amount of time taken
for the light to emit and return to the laser’s internal receiver. A
laser’s ability to read range can be affected by many things—mostly
relating to the target objects. Under ideal conditions, the Ranger
can be expected to range a large reflective object out to 1300 yards
and deer-sized game out to 650 yards.
• Light colors will usually reflect the laser pulse better than dark ones.
An exception would be snow, which can be difficult to range.
•Shiny, reflective surfaces will usually reflect the laser pulse better
than dull, textured surfaces. Animal hair will not reflect as well as a
hard surface.
• Ranging while under cloud cover can improve laser performance
compared to ranging while under bright sunny conditions.
•Solid objects, such as rock piles, will reflect the laser pulse better
than less dense items such as bushes.
• Flat surfaces perpendicular to the laser pulse will reflect better than
curved surfaces or surfaces angled in relation to laser pulse.
•Ranging over water can sometimes cause false reflections and
readings.
•At longer distances, larger objects will be easier to range than small
objects.
• If you are having difficulty ranging an animal or object, try ranging
a different nearby object or use the Scan feature to pan back and
forth while watching for changes in range number.
FCC Requirements
The user’s manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional radiator shall caution the user that changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Laser Safety and Precautions
Do not stare into beam or view directly without laser eye protection.
Staring continuously into beam for prolonged periods of time could
cause harm to your eyes. If used properly, this device is safe for
your eyes and laser eye protection is not needed.
• Use the correct battery (CR2) and proper battery orientation.
• Do not look at sun.
• Do not activate Menu or Measure buttons while aiming at eye
or looking into objective lens.
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not allow children to play with unit.
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