what distance can it detect
1653954
If it is a small item it will need to almost touch it .larger items it will detect it around 1 maybe 2 inches away .
1653955
Better to go with the Garret brand pin pointer. With this unit you have to be touching the object, with the Garret you can be 3-6" away.
1653956
Approx an inch to inch1/2. Once you have dug your hole, you jab it into the dirt or pile.
327552
Mine is about 25 feet away and is completely reliable. The manufacturer claims it works up to 150 feet.
1878001
If you are in bright areas and/or measuring over long distancesyou will not bevery successful with this device. It states it is for indoor use, best spend a bit more and get the results you want. We have this and a Disto D5, older version model, it works great outdoors and indoors.
935134
Keep in mind the range for the motion sensor to operate is approx 40'. Also there is a visible red flash, while not very bright, may invite a vandals attention.
1280345
Hello, I haven't tryed the detector at that range but I have mine set about 35 feet off my driveway and it picks up people about half the time. When it's cold outside the decetor doesn't work as well. At 200 feet I don't think it would work for you. Hope this helps you out.
1281004
It should.. these sensors detect distances (from the sensors to the object that is close)
644714
No, it will not measure distances of less than thirty-three feet. It refused to give a reading below that distance.
321667
You cannot adjust the sensor distance. It will work to about 11 feet. You could re-position the unit to make up for your distance requirements.
333270
Not very far. The remote can be sensative to other devices and makes noise when there is no movement. We used the sensor by itself because the bell is loud enough to hear in the next room.
685108
Can set the unit to view a broad angle which limits its distance. Don't recall how far that detects. The beam setting can detect up to about 50' as I recall. I use the beam all around my property. To limit the distance I aim the beam at a tree trunk, wall, run the beam into the ground or other ways. You could aim it at a power box or shrub. Does a wonderful job. I tried many different detectors and this is the only one reliable and durable. Have had one receiver and 6 detectors for nearly 10 years mounted outside. Not a failure yet. Batteries last a year or more. I use the cheapest alkaline I can find. Can set the unit to view a broad angle which limits its distance. Don't recall how far that detects. The beam setting can detect up to about 50' as I recall. I use the beam all around my property. To limit the distance I aim the beam at a tree trunk, wall, run the beam into the ground or other ways. You could aim it at a power box or shrub. Does a wonderful job. I tried many different detectors and this is the only one reliable and durable. Have had one receiver and 6 detectors for nearly 10 years mounted outside. Not a failure yet. Batteries last a year or more. I use the cheapest alkaline... » Read More Can set the unit to view a broad angle which limits its distance. Don't recall how far that detects. The beam setting can detect up to about 50' as I recall. I use the beam all around my property. To limit the distance I aim the beam at a tree trunk, wall, run the beam into the ground or other ways. You could aim it at a power box or shrub. Does a wonderful job. I tried many different detectors and this is the only one reliable and durable. Have had one receiver and 6 detectors for nearly 10 years mounted outside. Not a failure yet. Batteries last a year or more. I use the cheapest alkaline I can find. « Show Less
666150
I think they consider 4 feet away to be ideal. You should also note the detector will only work on panel doors (you mount it on the top panel) and not solid one piece doors the swing upwards or carriage style.
2225521
I checked it at a distance of 15 feet and it worked. Since I sent this to my sister in another country I cannot test the range now. But in that country they may not be using it more than 25 feet. I know that they are very happy with this device.
1714939
For us it worked around 500 ft. First, it shows direction where to go, then closer you approach the object - cat, dog, or just an empty collar :-( - the signal becomes stronger, you will hear where to look. Very simple to use and was very helpful for us. The only thing I will recommend - change batteries yearly.
2266067
I'm sure this won't the answer you're looking for, but I've been as far away as about 6' ft and it worked. I've never tested to see how far away it works, though.
2206389
Not exactly, it will only tell you if the cable (with the f connectors on the cable) is good or bad. It does NOT measure distance to a defect or fault.
173059
The manual implies up to 50 feet. I deliberately aimed my unit to try and cover a limited area, but it seems to detect people at about 25', cats at about 12' and moving cars at about 40'. I'm sure the range would be greater if I aimed the sensor up a bit more.
583507
I'm not sureof the answer but I for sure want to test it to be sure of distance. I tested it. It seemed to work ok. There is a date on it when u get it.