| Error Code | Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Out of range (>50m or <0.05m) | Measure within 0.05–50m. | | Err 2 | Too much ambient light / reflection | Use the target plate (optional) or measure in shade. | | Err 3 | Weak battery | Replace both AAA batteries. | | Err 4 | Calculation error (Pythagorean mode) | Ensure the two measured sides are valid (longer than third side). | | Screen blank | Auto power-off | Press MEAS to wake up. |
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| Mode | Icon | Function | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | [——] | Point, press MEAS. Laser fires, shows distance. | | Continuous (Tracking) | [——↕——] | Real-time updates as you move. Press MEAS to stop. | | Area | [□] | Measure length → press MEAS → measure width → automatic area calculation. | | Volume | [■] | Measure length → width → height → automatic volume (m³/ft³). | | Pythagorean (Indirect) | [📐] | Measure two sides (hypotenuse + base) → calculates third side (height). Useful for obstacles. | | Addition/Subtraction | [+] / [-] | Take a measurement → press [+] or [-] → take second measurement → device shows sum/difference. | | Error Code | Cause | Solution |