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Is there any tips for using geovids just got a new pair sometimes struggle to get a reading (while my old range finder does) have read instructions and set up I think I am gettin more use to them I may be a bit shakey using them any feed back be great thanx
Are they new, or new to you? There is nothing really techo about them. Look, press button, get the red target box up first then second press for range.
What are you comparing them against?
Watching thread with interest to see if there is any tips.
Is there a best time of day to get further ranges? Like dusk or dawn or middle of the day in lots of sun?
The best time to range things is when there is the least amount of sunlight :)Quote:
Originally Posted by PerazziSC3
Not to mention fog or rain either :(
I know they are new, but you could try scratching Swarovski or Bushnell on to them and they might go better:D
is the battery new in them? I notice the range at which I can get a reading reduces as the battery gets older. having a steady pair of hands also helps with getting a reading on longer distances.
Nows that is a great idea :thumbsup:Quote:
Originally Posted by R93
I wonder if it would work with a Blaser 25-06 I know of.......could put Tikka on the side of it & then it might moa instead of twice that .....:thumbsup:
Lol!! It was a joke ya precious wee princess!Quote:
Originally Posted by Kiwi Greg
My blaser works well with all its barrels why would I give a rats ass about one that I have no control over, that doesn't shoot?
Lieca RF binos are notoriously weak when it comes to ranging.........
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Fishing good today, could hear the reel screaming as soon as I pushed "Post Quick Reply" :thumbsup:Quote:
Originally Posted by R93
Pretty sure I flicked the first cast Einstein!!!!
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My bait was obviously better judging by the speed & strength of the replies ......... :thumbsup:
Ok! You win!
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They are brand new and new to me using them my old range finder is aleica range master 800 I think it's got to be held very steady compared to the 800 have talked to supplier they say it's probably a slight movement thing on my behalf (didn't have that prob with 800s) but no prob if not all under warranty if needed .like I Said mite just have to get use to them and using in two hands and be steady but I wanted to see if there is a knack to it hence the thread cheers and everyone have a good Xmas
Found your problem. Its German. Try metric and talk sternly to it. JaQuote:
Originally Posted by Kiwi Greg
I had to read the manual to know how to range something haha. I first used the red button and thought, 0, 30c, 1016 isn't a range haha
If the Geovid is not ranging better than the old 800 I think you may have a problem. Like Greg said bright sun is an issue, as is fog, but side by side the Geovid should at least keep up with the 800 I would have hoped(I guess its a CRF?).Quote:
Originally Posted by Bernie
Mine read to 1344yrds consistently and the newer hd model works to 1444 yrds.
They don't like cloud/fog/mist/rain
Sounds like I need to train mine up a bit... Can get 950 yards if I'm lucky, usually around the 800-900. This is with the old model 1300yard geovids
Yip. Crf think I will take back to shop give the sales guy a go also can try another' pair there, ( that should tell if it's just me)Quote:
Originally Posted by kiwijames
How far is it meant to range?
It's not so much a distance issue but a consistent reading issue at varying ranges from 0 to what ever. In saying that I seem to be getting better with it went to park next door to my house and was gettin good reading have had 1300 something out of it.startin to feel I mite be getting the hang of it(will still get it checked at shop can't hurt)Quote:
Originally Posted by Toby
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Originally Posted by 7mmsaum
Went back to shop Cameron had it workin fine( confirmed what he was ranging)they do have to be steady it seams compared to 800 anyway . said come back if I have still got probs they will sort can't get fairer than that . Better get in the hills and learn to use it properly(Bella's got the old set so she's. Back up)off to shoot wallabies on 27th will give a report on how it all goes
Sorted problem ,sometimes when I was holding them as u do binoculars one of my fingers would be in front of laser not any more now all is good (worked this out on last hunting trip)