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Thank you for purchasing your new Simmons® Venture™ Laser Rangefi nder.
This manual will help you optimize your viewing experience by explaining how to utilize the rangefi nder’s features and how
to care for it. Read the instructions carefully before using your rangefi nder.
WARNING: AS WITH ANY LASER DEVICE, IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED TO DIRECTLY VIEW THE
EMISSIONS FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME WITH MAGNIFIED LENSES.
INTRODUCTION
Your Simmons® Venture™ is a compact, high performance laser rangefi nder comprised of the latest Digital Technology,
allowing range readings from 5-625 yards/5-571 meters . Measuring 1.3 x 4 x 2.9 inches, the 8-ounce Venture is capable of
delivering extremely fast target acquisition, incredible ½ yard accuracy (+/- 1 yard accuracy from 200 yards to the maximum
range), with superb optical quality and water resistant (IPX4) construction. Model SVL620BT also provides a Tilt feature for
angle compensated distance information.
*Note: You will get both longer and shorter maximum distances depending on the refl ective properties of the particular target
and the environmental conditions at the time the distance of an object is being measured. The color, surface fi nish, size and
shape of the target all affect refl ectivity and range. The brighter the color, the longer the range. White is highly refl ective, for
example, and allows longer ranges than the color black, which is the least refl ective color. A shiny fi nish provides more range
than a dull one. A small target is more diffi cult to range than a larger target. The angle to the target also has an effect. Shooting
to a target at a 90 degree angle (where the target surface is perpendicular to the fl ight path of the emitted energy pulses)
provides good range while a steep angle on the other hand, provides limited ranging. In addition, lighting conditions (e.g.
the amount of sunlight) will affect the ranging capabilities of the unit. The less light (e.g. overcast skies) the farther the unit’s
maximum range will be. Conversely, very sunny days will decrease the unit’s maximum range.
HOW OUR DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY WORKS
The Venture™ laser rangefi nder emits invisible, eye safe, infrared energy pulses. The Venture rangefi nder’s advanced
microprocessor results in instantaneous and accurate readings every time. Sophisticated digital technology instantaneously
calculates distances by measuring the time it takes for each pulse to travel from the rangefi nder, to the target, and back.
BATTERY ACTIVATION / BATTERY LIFE INDICATOR
Before first use:
Remove the battery compartment cover by lifting the battery cover
tab and then rotating the cover counter-clockwise. Remove and discard the red plastic
disc covering the positive battery terminal, then replace the battery cover. NOTE: It is
recommended that the CR2 3-volt lithium battery be replaced at least once every 12
months. Insert it into the compartment negative end first.
ENGLISH
PARTS GUIDE
POWER/FIRE BUTTON
MONOCULAR EYEPIECE
(w/diopter function)
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
COVER
LASER TRANSMIT/RECEIVE
LENSES
MONOCULAR OBJECTIVE LENS
