jds@odin.m2c.org (jds) (09/27/89)
[ I had tried to post this to sci.electronics some time ago,
but it didn't seem to get out, so here goes again. -john ]
I just picked up an old RCA Laser Range Finder. Alas it came
with no documentation. It appears to have been built in the late
60's. It's about the size of a toaster oven and weighs in at
30 lbs. The distance display is mechano-digital.
Given the period it probably uses a solid-state laser. With any
luck it will be ruby.. Though it's probably Nd-YAG.
I've powered it up with a 24V supply. Pressing the 'Fire' button
results in a fan spinning up and making an impressive whir. It
just keeps running after that. I've only let it run a minute
or so before turning it off.
I'd appreciate any kind of information on this critter. A manual
would be fantastic. If it helps at all:
Model: 1889676-501
SN: 4
Color: Military Hot Pink ;-) (Olive Drab)
-- john
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