Manuale Labradar 2022
Manuale Labradar 2022
Manuale Labradar 2022
v.2.0
For Technical assitance, please contact :
Canadian customers should return to: All others should return to:
Infinition Inc. Independent Solutions LLC
2965, rue des Prairies 7507 W. 33rd North, Suite 102
Trois-Rivières (QC) Canada Wichita, KS 67205
G8V 1W4 U.S.A.
[email protected] [email protected]
819-693-6787 316-866-2525
IMportaNt safety INstrUctIoNs
1. Carefully read all of the instructions provided and save them for later use.
Read all warnings and instructions marked on the LabRadar.
4. Do not allow any objects to rest on the USB cord or place the LabRadar
where the USB connection will be subjected to stress.
6. No operator serviceable parts inside the LabRadar radar unit. Please refer
servicing to service qualified personnel.
Notes:
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:
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
taBLe of coNteNt
Important safety instructions ......................................................................3
1. General ..................................................................................................6
3. Specifications ........................................................................................7
4. Operation..... .........................................................................................7
4.1 Buttons definitions ........................................................................8
4.2 Configuration menu definitions ....................................................9
4.3 Using the LabRadar ....................................................................12
4.3.1 Aligning the radar ...........................................................13
4.3.2 Armed Mode (Orange indicator) ....................................14
4.3.3 Armed View mode (Orange indicator) ...........................15
4.3.4 Review Mode (Blue indicator) ........................................15
4.3.4.1 .. Managing results in Review mode ...................16
4.3.5 Screensaver ....................................................................16
4.3.6 Battery Installation ..........................................................16
4.3.7 Memory ...........................................................................16
4.3.8 USB Port .........................................................................16
4.3.9 Downloading Data ..........................................................17
4.3.10 Recording Projectile Velocities .......................................17
4.3.11 Series and Shot Navigation............................................17
4.4 Display details.............................................................................18
5. Maintenance........................................................................................19
7. SD Card Connector.............................................................................19
9. Range ..................................................................................................20
Warranty ....................................................................................................22
LabRadar is positioned besides the shooter, not downrange. The shooter aligns the radar using
a built-in sighting notch with the target he intends to shoot. Ideally, LabRadar should be positioned
to the side of the shooter’s muzzle. You should position your firearm no greater than 18” from the
side of the radar. If you are shooting a firearms that may discharge debris that could strike the
radar it may be best to move the firearm slightly forward so the muzzle, cylinder gap, ejecting
cases or other discharge will not damage your LabRadar. Upon firing the shot, the radar unit will
begin recording and will continually track the bullet, reporting numerous velocities along its path.
Based upon the large amount of data gathered from the tracked projectile the muzzle velocity
will also be determined.
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3. specIfIcatIoNs
Description specification
Power Requirement 6 AA Batteries or USB powered, 800mA
Frequency range of operation 24.080 to 24.168 GHz 8MHz channel steps
Nominal Transmitting Power 4.84 dBm
Antenna Gain 22 dBi
Transmitter Stability ±2 ppm
Beamwidth 7.6° x 18.5° (Transmit)
Dimension 29cm x 26cm x 6cm (2.1 lbs)
Mounting Hole Thread: 1/4x20
Velocity Range: 65 - 3900 feet per second
Memory Type/Capacity: SD, SDHC Card 32Gb max.
Minimum Time Between Shots: 2 seconds
Accuracy: +/-0.1% (+/-1 m/s @ 1,000 m/s)
Operating Temperature -10 °C to 40 °C (14 °F to 104 °F)
Environmental conditions Indoor / Outdoor
Assembled in Canada
Made in Canada
4. operatIoN
A USB cord is provided for connection to a computer. The USB cord is used to power the radar
and access data on the SD card.
The SD card is used to both store data from series and for firmware updates.
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4.1 BuTTons deFiniTion
The LabRadar is equipped with an array of buttons each used for a different function:
1. Display /
Parameters
12 2. Series
3. Delete
1 4 4. Up
2 5 5. Enter
6. Down
3 6
7. Power
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8. Arm
9. SD Card
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10. USB Connector /
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External Trigger
connector
11 13
11. Battery
Compartment
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4.2 ConFiguraTion Menu deFiniTions
When the Display/Parameters button is pressed, a menu appears. The following
options are available:
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Preferences
Velocity units
Distances units
Weight units
Distances units Change the units used when displaying distance measure-
ments, the user can choose from the following units:
• feet (ft);
• yards (yd);
• meters (m).
weight units Change the units used to enter the weight of the projectile,
the user can choose from the following units:
gram (g);
grain (gr).
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select vel. range Select the velocity range for measurements by the LabRadar.
Each velocity range is specified to weapons type as a reference:
• Rifle (1600 fps to 3900 fps)
• Handgun (600 fps to 1600 fps)
• Archery (66 fps to 600 fps)
set proj. offset Input the maximum distance between the gun’s muzzle
and the side of the radar to optimize the precision of the
measurements.
• 6” offset: Muzzle should be between 1-6” from the side
of the Labradar.
• 12” offset: Muzzle should be between 7-12” from the side
of the Labradar.
• 18” offset: Muzzle should be between 13-18” from the side
of the Labradar.
set distances Specify the distances at which the velocity measurements are
made. Dx1 to Dx5. The values can be selected in increments
of one (1). After you select your first distance, press enter
button and the second distance can be selected. Repeat
and select five (5) different distances.
Note: Select the five distances that are between the muzzle and
target, or the maximum range that the projectile can be tracked.
The distances Dx1- Dx5 should be set in ascending order.
i.e. 10, 20, 30, 40, 50. The Power Factor is calculated using
the Velocity at Dx1. The user should set Dx1 according to the
standard distance where they want the PF to be calculated.
proj. weight Set the projectile’s weight of the next shot. This value is used
in some calculations (Power Factor, Kinetic Energy) and written
on the file on the SD Card for future reference.
arm time Change the amount of time the radar stays in transmission
before it stops transmitting automatically. This count will be
reset each time a trigger is received.
You can select between 10 - 300 seconds in increments of
10 seconds.
During the last 10 seconds of the selected armed time the
LED will begin to flash, warning you that the armed time is
about to expire.
If the LED turns blue and you wish to continue, press the armed
button one time and it will return to the armed mode (orange).
If the screensaver engages and the armed light is still orange
the shot will be recorded. The longer the armed time, the
quicker the batteries will be depleted.
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screensaver Select the idle time before the screen is turned OFF, this is an
energy saving feature. The device will continue to operate while
the screen is turned off, pressing a button or triggering the unit
will wake up the screen.
trigger source Select the source of the event triggering the measurement.
The user can select from the following:
• Trigger : Use the internal microphones built in the product’s
enclosure or an external Trigger device.
• Doppler : Uses the Signal returned from the projectile to
Trigger the unit: (Use of this mode should be considered
with large projectiles travelling at slow speed only). Do not
use this mode for Firearms, it will affect the precision of the
measurements.
trigger Level Select the sensitivity of the system to detect the trigger event.
Use Level 1 unless other shooters nearby are triggering your
LabRadar. The user can select level 1 (more sensitive) through 8
(Less sensitive). This setting affects:
• The Internal acoustic trigger level;
• The External trigger level;
• The Doppler trigger level;
factory reset Return the Labradar configuration to the initial factory values.
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4.3 using The LaBradar
Turn on the LabRadar by pressing the Power Button. You will see a blue light to indicate
the unit is on. The series information will appear.
If you want to create a new series, press the Series button and confirm that you want to
start a new series by pressing the enter button. If you want to continue recording shots in the
last created series, skip the New Series creation and continue to the next step.
To start recording shots in the last created series, press the Arm button twice and the
light will change from blue to orange. The radar is now armed and you are ready to shoot.
When you are finished shooting, you can press and hold the Arm Button to return to the
series information. The light will change from orange to blue. You can also wait for the Arm
Time that you have preset to expire. Then press and hold the Arm Button until you return to
the series information. You can create a new series from this view.
Please refer to the following diagram for more details about navigating the LabRadar interface.
REVIEW MODE
Power ON
Solid Blue
Enter
Go to Shots
series
Series Go to Series
Create
Statistics
New Series
Up/Down Up/Down
Browse Shots Browse
Delete Information
Series shots
Delete
Delete
Current Series
Review mode
Delete
current shot
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ARMED MODE
No trigger received:
Press Arm Disarm Orange light flashing:
Solid Blue Less than 10 seconds
of arm remaining
Press Arm
Last Shot Solid Orange LED
Review
Trigger event:
Record shot
Press Arm System
Reset arm
Solid Blue LED Armed
countdown
Hold
Arm
Trigger event:
Record Shot
Hold
Go back to Arm
Review Mode
Armed mode
Place the LabRadar in a position where it will not be impacted by ejecting cartridge cases,
muzzle debris/blast or other items. THE LABRADAR SHOULD BE PROTECTED FROM
WEAPONS WITH MUZZLE BRAKES. PLACE THE LabRadar IN A POSTION SO IT IS NOT
DIRECTLY IMPACTED BY THE MUZZLE BLAST. A BARRIER BETWEEN THE MUZZLE AND
LABRADAR TO PROTECT THE SYSTEM CAN ALSO BE USED.
Firearms with suppressors or that have a very low muzzle blast such as 22 LR may need
to be moved closer to the side of the radar and the muzzle even with, or behind the
LabRadar.
Sight alignment Riffle muzzle break position Handgun position top view Handgun position
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4.3.2 TRIGGER SETTINGS WHEN ARMING THE LABRADAR
while in the preferences menu: if you selected trigger as the trigger source
With the radar turned ON, press the ARM button until the radar indicator turns Orange.
The unit is now in armed mode.
The radar is now transmitting and waiting for an appropriate Trigger to be received.
The unit will remain in Armed mode until either:
The unit is disarmed automatically as it has not received a Trigger for a while.
This time corresponds to the Arm Time in the Configuration Menu (See Section 4.2)
* Once the light begins to flash, you will have 10 seconds to fire the shot before the
Arm Time has expired.
After a successful shot, the Shot number will be increased by 1 and the resulting
measurements will be displayed on-screen.
while in the preferences menu: If you selected Doppler as the trigger source
With the radar turned ON, press the ARM button until the radar indicator turns Orange.
The unit is now in armed mode.
The radar is now transmitting and waiting for an appropriate Trigger to be received.
The trigger in this mode is your projectile entering the radar beam. The unit will remain
in Armed mode until the unit is manually disarmed by pressing the arm button, or the
unit is disarmed automatically as it has not received a Trigger for a while. This time
corresponds to the Arm Time in the Configuration Menu (See Section 4.2)
* Once the light begins to flash, you will have 10 seconds to fire the shot before the Arm
Time has expired.
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Last shot review mode (Blue indicator) 06-05-2014 100% 16:49
If the system is armed and is then disarmed Series: 0007 Shot: 0001 ft/s yd
(either manually or automatically), the indicator
V0=1051
turns blue and the Last shot is displayed
on screen as show here:
V0=1051
When the system is armed, the indicator turns
Orange. The last shot of the current series is
displayed and if a Trigger is received, the system
will display the new shot on screen. The screen V 10: 997 V 32: 932 V 54: 863
displayed is identical to the Last shot review. V 21: 964 V 43: 898
Armed View
Series 0009
Series 0004
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4.3.4.1 MANAGING RESULTS IN REVIEW MODE
First, make sure you are in the Review Mode as show above, then:
• To make a new Series press the Series button and confirm your choice by using
the up/down arrows and pressing Enter.
• To delete a series press the Delete button and confirm your choice by using the
up/down arrows and pressing Enter. WARNING: this action is irreversible.
• To access individual shots, first select your series with the arrows, then press Enter.
• To delete a Shot press the Delete button and confirm your choice by using the up/
down arrows and pressing Enter. WARNING: this action is irreversible.
4.3.5 SCREENSAVER
If the display screen turns off, press any key, except power, to turn the display on.
* The unit can also be powered by a USB power supply through the USB port.
5V @ 1A is required. Remove the batteries when not in use. When using the USB port
be sure not to put stress on the micro USB connection. AA batteries are not required
when using an external power supply.
4.3.7 MEMORY
The use of SDHC cards of known brandings is recommended. SDXC cards will not work in
that device.
With the unit turned off insert a SD Card with sufficient memory to record the shots you
anticipate taking. Should you need to remove the SD Card always turn the power off prior to
removing the SD Card. Make sure the SD Card is clean and free of debris before inserting.
Keep the SD slot cover in place to protect it from dust, moisture, etc. Micro USB are not
recommended.
You can access the data by connecting a USB cable on the LabRadar to a computer. The
computer should recognize the LabRadar as a Mass Storage Device and display
the files available on the SD Card. Alternatively, the user can turn OFF the LabRadar and
remove the SD card to read it in a memory card reader (Fastest).
The folder will be displayed as LBR. When LBR is opened you will see an Excel CSV file
with a file name of SR001 (for series 1), etc. You will also see folder TRK. When you open
this folder you will see file(s) Shot 1 Track (for shot 1), etc.
• SR--- Report displays all the information from that series number including date, time
of each shot, muzzle and downrange velocities, high/low velocity, average, SD, ES,
power factor, etc.
• Shot--- Track displays individual shot data including projectile flight time, velocity at
additional distances not displayed on the radars display screen, SNR.
The data needs to be recorded while the SD card was in the device to be accessible later
by USB.
The data recorded in the internal memory only (while there was no SD card inserted)
cannot be accessed by USB. It is only viewable on the display screen.
Without an SD card inserted, the internal memory can record up to 100 Series of 100 Shots.
With an SD card inserted, the LabRadar provides the ability to record up to 9999 Series
of 100 shots. The only other limitation is the space available on the SD card.
It is impossible to add shots to a previous series once another series has been started.
If the system is turned off, it will continue to record shots in the last series used when
power is restored.
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4.4 disPLaY deTaiLs
Battery Indicator Full Empty
There is an icon on the display of the LabRadar that indicates the battery condition.
If the battery voltage becomes insufficient to operate, the system will shut down.
The signal strength indicator is located on the side of the measurements results of the last
shot, either in the Armed View or the Last shot review mode. It gives an indication on the
quality of the signal that is analyzed by the device. 5 bars = Best, 1 bar = Bad signal.
error Message
If the LabRadar is receives a trigger event but does not detect valid projectile signal, the
following message will be displayed on-screen: “Acquisition error: could not track the
projectile”. The system will not record that shot, neither will it make any measurements.
You will need to push the enter button to clear the error message.
• Check your weapon to insure it operated properly and is safe to fire again
• In the event the unit is powered off or the battery is depleted, the shot data
is stored on the SD card and no data will be lost.
The Extreme Spread, is the lowest velocity subtracted from the highest velocity of the current
series.
standard deviation- A number used to tell how measurements for a group are spread
out from the average, or expected value. A low standard deviation means that most of the
numbers are very close to the average. A high standard deviation means that the numbers
are spread out.
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5. MaINteNaNce
The LabRadar radar requires very little maintenance. Attention should however be paid to a few
points:
• Keep the connectors clean from dirt and moisture to avoid corrosion and bad connections.
• Now and then wipe the radar enclosure with a soft and damp cloth.
• The circuits are protected by a plastic enclosure. Special attention should be paid when handling
the radar to avoid damaging the plastic enclosure as it could result in performance degradation.
Warning: No operator serviceable parts inside the radar unit. Please refer servicing to service
qualified personnel. Opening the enclosure voids the warranty.
7. sD carD coNNector
Connector type: SD Card Socket (Standard)
safety Information:
• Always keep the weapon pointed in a safe direction, and keep your finger off the trigger, until
you are ready to shoot.
• Firearms should be unloaded and securely stored when not in use.
• Be sure of your target and backstop before you shoot.
• Wear shooting glasses and ear protection when you shoot.
• Don’t shoot at a hard surface or at water.
• Avoid alcoholic beverages or drugs when shooting or handling a weapon.
• The launching of any projectile involves risk of injury/death to persons and damage to property.
You are responsible for any such actions and their consequences.
• Always place LabRadar in a safe position to avoid damage to the unit.
All these important safety rules must be followed at all times by persons handling any weapon.
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9. raNGe
The LabRadar is a consumer level device that was designed for amateur use only. The performance
of the units has been optimized to offer the most accurate results, but it is possible that some
reading may not be accurate, hence it is the responsibility of the user to determine whether or
not the readings are good or not to their satisfaction. Infinition and its subsidiaries will not be
responsible for inaccurate readings.
In order to achieve the best accuracy possible, the user must use the product correctly and take
care of some details:
• Make sure that the Labradar is aligned correctly with the target.
• Make sure that the position of the gun relative to the LabRadar is correct.
• Use a firing range that has no obstacles or obtrusions close to or in the line of fire.
(Clear line of sight)
• Make sure that the parameters entered in the LabRadar configuration match you installation.
Due to microwaves signals nature, range performance of the LabRadar can differ depending
on the environmental conditions:
• Temperature;
• Humidity;
• Signal reflection on the ground, trees, wall and any other surface in the line of fire.
• Etc.
In addition, the projectile’s characteristics will also affect the range performance of the LabRadar,
such as:
• Projectile’s diameter;
• Projectile’s shape;
• Etc.
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Thus, it is a known fact that range performance can vary, even for the same bullet calibers depend-
ing on the manufacturer of the bullet, the model of the bullet, the firearm used to fire the bullet,
the tail shape of the bullet, etc. Infinition and its subsidiaries cannot explicitly guarantee a range
performance and thus will not be responsible for range performance difference between shots.
• With the LabRadar turned OFF, insert the SD card in the LabRadar;
• The Blue LED will blink and the LabRadar will restart;
MoBILe app
LabRadar has a mobile application that connects to your LabRadar using Bluetooth. To connect
your Android or iOS device, download the latest firmware from the website and install the app for
your mobile device. You will need to enable the Bluetooth and Location Services on your mobile
device. Open the app and tap on the refresh icon, then on the serial number of your LabRadar.
Once connected you can swipe from the left side of the screen to the right to display the settings
menu. Within the settings you can change the preferences of the LabRadar and the way the data
is displayed on your mobile device. You can customize the name of your LabRadar to avoid others
attempting to connect to it.
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warraNty
arts, science and technology Infinition Inc. warrants all Labradar products to be free of defects
in material and workmanship.this warranty will remain in effect for a period of one year from the
date of purchase.
INfINItIoN, INc., warrants that Labradar is manufactured to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase by the original purchaser for non-
commercial use. any other use of this product voids the warranty. INfINItIoN, INc. at its option,
will repair or replace without charge, or refund the purchase price of any product which fails dur-
ing the warranty period by reason of defect in material or workmanship found upon examination
by INfINItIoN, INc. this warranty does not cover any failures caused by abuse, mishandling,
failure to the follow the operating instructions, alteration(s) or accident. Damaged caused by bullet
impacts, gunfire debris or ejecting materials are not covered by warranty. to make a claim under
this warranty, the original purchaser must contact Labradar by phone or email. the unit should be
properly packaged with the shipping charges prepaid. all claims must be made within thirty (30)
days after the product failure. all claims must be accompanied by proof of date of purchase. prior
to returning any item call or email for a return authorization Number. Items returned without the
authorization number will be rejected and returned to sender. Infinition will not be responsible for
any lost shipments or other liabilities.
canadian customers should return to: all others should return to:
Infinition Inc. Independent Solutions LLC
2965, rue des Prairies 8221 W. Meadow Pass Ct
Trois-Rivières (QC) Canada Wichita, KS 67205
G8V 1W4 U.S.A.
[email protected] [email protected]
819-693-6787
316-866-2525
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troUBLe sHootING
Unit is not powered on • No Power • Make sure that there are fresh,
• Batteries Depleted good batteries in the unit.
Shot did not record • System not aligned • Make sure the system is aligned
properly properly (see section 4.3.1)
• Trigger event not • Make sure that the system detects the
detected firing event: The orange led should
flash when a shot is fired. If it does
• System not armed not, try placing your firearm close to
• Projectile too small the sensors and adjusting the Trigger
level in the Labradar Menu.
• Excessive muzzle
blast • Make sure that the system is armed
(orange led lit) when shooting.
• Move muzzle farther from the unit,
adjust the muzzle forward or backward.
Display goes black • Screensaver active • The user can change the screensaver
while shooting. delay before it becomes active in the
Labradar Menu.
System will turn OFF and • Batteries depleted • Make sure that there are fresh,
then back on when armed. good batteries in the unit.
System will not power ON • Batteries depleted; • Make sure that there are fresh,
good batteries in the unit.
• Power turned off
• Check the USB power source if used,
make sure it is providing enough
power to the Labradar.
Rapid flashing blue light when I start the LabRadar. The SD card is incompatible, confirm it is 32 gb
or less, Perform a full format of the card using FAT 32 or MS DOS in a Mac.
LabRadar turns off after shooting. Excessive muzzle blast or excessive reflection off nearby surfaces
such as steel targets, etc.
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Visit us online: mylabradar.com
Canadian customers should return to: All others should return to:
Infinition Inc. Independent Solutions LLC
2965, rue des Prairies 7507 W. 33rd North, Suite 102
Trois-Rivières (QC) Canada Wichita, KS 67205
G8V 1W4 U.S.A.
[email protected] [email protected]
819-693-6787 316-866-2525