Bushnell Yardage Pro Golf Pinseeker 1500 Slope Edition Laser Rangefinder with Slope Calculator
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Description of Bushnell Yardage Pro Golf Pinseeker 1500 Slope Edition Laser Rangefinder with Slope Calculator
The measure of success-distanceadjusted for elevation. Introducing the world's only golf laser rangefinder to compensate for changes in elevation. Using a digital inclinometer, the Pinseeker 1500 with slope+/- it tells you exactly how far to play it. So you will never again question the range at the top of your swing. And nothing cuts strokes like confidence.Your Bushnell Pinseeker 1500 is an advanced premium laser rangefinder comprised of digital technology that allows range readings from 5 to 1,500 yards. Measuring 1.7 by 5.1 by 3.7 inches, the 10-ounce Pinseeker 1500 delivers superb and accurate range performance to +/- one yard. The Pinseeker 1500 features Selective Targeting Modes, superb optical quality, 100% waterproof construction, and Bushnell's RainGuard coating.
The Pinseeker 1500 emits invisible, eye-safe, infrared energy pulses. Its Advanced Digital microprocessor and ASIC chip (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) 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 rangefinder to the target and back.
The ranging accuracy of the Pinseeker 1500 is plus or minus one yard under most circumstances. The maximum range of the instrument depends on the reflectivity of the target. The maximum distance for most objects is 1,000 yards, while for highly reflective objects the maximum is 1,500 yards.
The Pinseeker 1500 features a powerful 7x magnification monocular for viewing your target. Optics are fully multi-coated, allowing maximum light transmission for optimum brightness, superb resolution, and contrast for a clear vivid image even in low-light conditions such as dusk or dawn. A liquid crystal display (LCD) is mounted within the optical system and, when activated, displays a reticle for targeting, yards and meters, and Mode indicators.
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Laser Rangefinder Features
Standard with Automatic Scan (A)
Scan across the course while viewing a continuously updated LCD display of the distance between you and your target.
Meters/Yards (B)
You can quickly choose between these standard measuring units with a simple press of a button.
Reticle (C)
The distance to objects targeted in these crosshairs will be displayed on the Distance Readout with the press of a button.
Battery Indicator (D)
Flashes when battery power is low.
Target Quality Gauge (E)
Gauge indicating amount of energy pulses being received back from the target.
Pinseeker 1500 Targeting Modes
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Geared for close-range use, this mode acquires the distances of small targets and game without inadvertently measuring background target distances. When more than one object is acquired, the closer of the two objects is shown on the LCD display.
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Ignores the foreground, such as brush, boulders and tree branches, and provides distances on the LCD display to background objects only.
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Designed exclusively with the bottom of the cup in mind, this mode allows easy acquisition of the flag without inadvertently capturing background target distances. When more than one object is acquired, the closer of the two objects is shown on the LCD display.
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Measures slope, +/- one degree of angle, and compensated range, based upon ball trajectory and type of club used. All shown on LCD display.
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Laser Rangefinder Tech Talk
A laser rangefinder is a distance-measuring instrument that uses laser technology to calculate the distance to targeted objects. Accuracy is +/- 1 yard, and the distance is displayed instantaneously on a built-in, through-the-lens Liquid Crystal Display.
How a Laser Rangefinder Works
Bushnell's Yardage Pro rangefinders use an invisible, eye-safe Class 1 Laser beam (as classified by the FDA) which is "bounced" off distant objects with the press of a button. Then, the rangefinder's high-speed digital clock measures the time it took for a laser beam to reach a target and return to the unit. Next, using advanced digital electronics, the rangefinder instantly calculates the distance within +/- 1 yard and shows the range in either yards or meters on a through-the-lens LCD Display. The entire process is so fast that less than a second elapses between the time you press the button to generate a laser beam to the time the exact range to your target is displayed.
Reflectivity of Target Types
Because rangefinders "bounce" a laser beam off the target in order to take a measurement, their range is partially determined by the reflectivity of the target. In other words, hard or "reflective" targets -- like a rock cliff or semi-truck -- can be measured at greater distances than soft surface targets, like a deer. Ranges for moderately reflective targets, like trees, fall somewhere in the middle. Most experienced hunters will use their rangefinder to frequently estimate ranges to near and distant landmarks before they actually encounter a game animal. By "pre-measuring" ranges to spots where a trophy is likely to appear, they can concentrate on making an accurate shot when the moment of truth arrives.
Sports reviews of Bushnell Yardage Pro Golf Pinseeker 1500 Slope Edition Laser Rangefinder with Slope Calculator
Customer Review: A fun to use luxury golfing item.
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I bought this Bushnell Yardage Pro Golf Pinseeker 1500 Slope Edition Laser Rangefinder with Slope Calculator about a month ago. I enjoy using it. If you are good consistent golfer it can be very handy to accurately know the distance to your target. The slope calculator is a real plus in that it allows you to know how to compensate your play due to the degree of slope between you and the target. Although not impossible, I have found that I have trouble holding the Rangefinder steady while I aim it at the target location. I would recommend getting some sort of tripod, monopod, or clip on camera mount so that you can attach the Rangefinder to a stable surface such as your golf cart to enable you to easily get an accurate reading of the distance to your target. I purchased Sunpak ClampPod Pro Clamping Tripod from Amazon and it works well to attach the Rangefinder to my pull-cart.
Overall I like this item. It is easy to use and lightweight. It is a little pricey, buy hey, no one said golf is cheap.
Customer Review: A Good Friend on the Links
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I recently puchased the Bushnell Pinseeker 1500 to replace my Leica Rangefinder. This is my third rangefinder and definitely the best one. It is so much easier to lock onto the flag with this upgraded rangefinder. The pinseeker locks in quickly and accurately. I used to take 3 readings to be sure I had the flag and not the background, but that's no longer necessary. The slope calculator is great too. I am a roaming golfer who rarely plays the same course twice in a season. This tool really helps me select the right club when I play from differing elevations.
This is a great supplement to my Skycaddie SG5 GPS. The GPS is fast and works great when I can't see the green, but the laser is still more accurate and lets you pick out the range to various targets like traps, lakes and woods which helps me keep from hitting into danger on courses I don't know well. I'm glad I've got it on my bag.
Customer Review: Golf Rangefinder in Thailand
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I purchased this golf rangefinder for my use in golfing in Thailand and it has amazed all of my friends and the golf caddies in Thailand. Most people stare at me and think I am using a camera, but when I show them how to use the raangel they all want to try and use it themselves.
Some of the yardage markers on the Thailand golf courses are off by as much as 10 yards, which is around 1 club difference. This can have a big effect, especially when hitting a 6 or 7 iron for example. I find this to equate to around 2-3 saved strokes a round, not bad for the $400 dollar investment!
The slope feature on the other hand is more of a gimmick and not really needed. If I had to purchase again I would go for the normal model, without the slope feature. It is less expensive and legal for use even in tournaments!
Check out http://www.golfasian.com for some more information.
Customer Review: Seeing is believing...
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I love my rangefinder! I've had it since Oct.2006 and forgot it at home only once.
I've trusted my Pinseeker over tee box yardage markers, a myriad of GPS in-cart units, sprinker heads and the usual variety of yardage to the center of the green course markers 200, 150, 100. I believe what it tells me and it has been highly accurate. I'm reluctant to share the yardage info with my fellow players unless asked, to avoid chatty debates and responsibility for their errant shots.(you'd be surprised...)
A few things to be aware are, the flags must be clearly visable of distant out of focus shrub branches that can interfere with the laser sensor, low light overcast conditions can be difficult to accurately measure distance and lastly, if you've heavily consumed too much COFFEE or too many martinis the night before, shakiness will prevail. You may want to add a tripod to your bag. % )
Customer Review: Confidence
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I have only played 1 round using the Bushnell Pinseeler and I can already see how it will improve my game by 2 or 3 strokes a round. Mabe more. Now I know exactly how far the flag is which keeps me from making wrong club choices. It also gives me more confidence which lowers my score as well. The rangefinder itself works great. It is easy to operate and very fast. Some think rangefinders make the game solwer but actually you spend less time deciding on what club to use so the game goes faster. I would recommend the pinseeker to anyone seeking to improve their game. The only thing it doesn't do a good job at is improving your swing:)
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