Peter581990 Posted May 31 Share #1 Posted May 31 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi everyone, can anyone tell me how to adjust the rangefinder? Thanks Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/421737-adjusting-the-leica-i-rangefinder-fodis-fofer/?do=findComment&comment=5810170'>More sharing options...
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samiba Posted May 31 Share #2 Posted May 31 So you did movement over here 😉 As I wrote on FB, Jerzy is the man to ask here. Cheers, Michael Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jankap Posted May 31 Share #3 Posted May 31 Has a part of this screw head broken off? Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/421737-adjusting-the-leica-i-rangefinder-fodis-fofer/?do=findComment&comment=5810192'>More sharing options...
Peter581990 Posted May 31 Author Share #4 Posted May 31 vor 2 Minuten schrieb jankap: Ist bei diesem Schraubenkopf ein Teil abgebrochen? Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! No. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
samiba Posted June 1 Share #5 Posted June 1 @jerzy maybe you can give him a hint. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
samiba Posted June 1 Share #6 Posted June 1 vor 14 Stunden schrieb Peter581990: Hi everyone, can anyone tell me how to adjust the rangefinder? Thanks Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Peter please do this: Adjustment Procedure 1. Preparation Place the FODIS on your camera or a stable surface. Select a target at the closest working distance of the rangefinder (typically around 1 meter or 3.5 feet). 2. Align the Rangefinder Look through the eyepiece and adjust the rangefinder dial until the two images in the viewfinder coincide (line up perfectly). 3. Adjust the Scale Without moving the dial, locate the central setscrew (often surrounded by a locknut) on the device. Loosen this screw gently. Rotate the dial (or the scale) so that the distance number indicated matches the actual measured distance to your target. Tighten the screw to lock the adjustment in place. 4. Check at Infinity Repeat the process with a distant object (at or near infinity). If the alignment is off at infinity, you may need to make a fine adjustment: Some models have a "two-hole nut" (requiring a spanner wrench) for more precise calibration at infinity. Loosen this nut, adjust the center slot screw to bring the images into alignment at infinity, then retighten the nut. 5. Recheck and Repeat After each adjustment, check both the closest distance and infinity. Repeat the process as needed until both ends of the scale are accurate. 6. Maintenance Note If the mechanism feels stiff or the arm does not move freely, old grease may have hardened. Cleaning and relubricating the pivot points can restore smooth operation, but disassembly should only be attempted if you are experienced, as the parts are delicate. Additional Tips Use a proper spanner wrench for nuts to avoid damaging the device. If you are unsure or the device is valuable, consider having a professional technician perform the adjustment. Troubleshooting If the rangefinder does not return to its resting position or feels unusually stiff, dried grease or a weak spring may be the cause. Cleaning and lubrication are recommended, but proceed with caution. If the yellow filter or optics seem out of place, some FODIS units may have had their elements swapped or incorrectly assembled over the years. Only attempt to correct this if you have the correct tools and experience. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jankap Posted June 1 Share #7 Posted June 1 Advertisement (gone after registration) The two openings aside to the set screw are meant for the use of a special tool. Herewith you can hold the calibrated measurement with one hand, wile you fasten the central screw with the other one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter581990 Posted June 1 Author Share #8 Posted June 1 (edited) vor einer Stunde schrieb jankap: Die beiden Öffnungen neben der Stellschraube dienen zum Ansetzen eines Spezialwerkzeugs. So können Sie mit einer Hand das kalibrierte Maß festhalten, während Sie mit der anderen Hand die zentrale Schraube festziehen. Hello and thank you all, it worked great. Edited June 1 by Peter581990 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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