LEICA DISTO X1 - COMPLETE FAQ
Up to 100 m
m, cm, mm, ft, in, ft+in, fractional inches.
–10°C to +50°C (operating), –25°C to +70°C (storage).
NO Tilt Sensor
NO – Extending Tail Piece
Single, continuous, Min/Max, area, volume, indirect height, stake‑out, memory, add/subtract.
Yes—the + and – keys allow you to add or subtract measurements directly on the device, ideal for combining multiple distances or adjusting totals.
Press and hold the FUNC button for 2 seconds to access the Settings menu. Then, press the FUNC button three more times to navigate to the Beep screen, where the text displaying ‘BEEP’ will be shown. Use the plus (+) or minus (-) buttons to select ‘ON’ / OFF. Press and hold the FUNC button for 2 seconds to save your selection and return to the measurement screen.
The painter function calculates the sum of several individual wall surfaces with a common height. Press FUNC button 1x to go to the area function.
Press ON/DIST button and measure the first wall length, press plus (+) or minus (-) buttons and measure the next wall length. The distance is automatically calculated. Repeat the procedure, until you have measured all wall
2nd measurement: Measure the wall height.
The result displays automatically the wall areas, which you have selected.
In general you can use any alkaline battery or any rechargeable batteries (2xAAA). Lithium batteries or NiMH rechargeable batteries allow more than twice as many measurements as with regular Alkaline batteries.
Yes, it is possible to use with standard rechargeable batteries. We offer a powerful charger system, which is ideal to use with DISTO: Leica charger UC20 with 2 Micro AAA NiMH batteries. For more information, please check our accessories.
We recommend using our Leica target plates for measuring long distances. If the laser dot is not visible, we recommend you wear laser glasses (GLB30).
Press and hold the FUNC button for 2 seconds to access the Settings menu. Then, press the FUNC button once more to navigate to the Bluetooth screen, where the text displaying “Bluet” will be shown. Use the plus (+) or minus (-) buttons to select ‘ON’ / OFF. Press and hold the FUNC button for 2 seconds to save your selection and return to the measurement screen.
The unit uses the newest Bluetooth® 6.0 technology. The device can be used to transfer data to smartphones or tablet PCs that have Bluetooth® 4.0 or higher. The devices must also have an operating system version that supports this Bluetooth® standard, this is the case for iOS, Android 4.3 or higher and Windows 10 and 11.
Press and hold the FUNC button for 2 seconds to access the Settings menu. Then, press the FUNC button two more times to navigate to the NFC screen, where the text displaying “NFC” will be shown. Use the plus (+) or minus (-) buttons to select ‘ON’ / OFF. Press and hold the FUNC button for 2 seconds to save your selection and return to the measurement screen.
Bluetooth:
Yes, the Leica DISTO X1 is compatible with iOS devices that support Bluetooth 4.0 or higher. Any used apps should support the relevant Bluetooth® standard (e.g. Leica DISTO Plan App).
NFC:
Yes, the Leica DISTO X1 is compatible with iOS devices, starting with iPhone 7 and higher. Any app used must be adapted to receive measurement data (e.g. Leica DISTO Plan App).
Please note: iPads are not compatible with NFC connectivity as they lack the necessary NFC hardware.
2 × AAA batteries.
6–8 hours (up to around 10,000 measurements).
Yes—AAA batteries included
Clean lens, keep dry, store in pouch.
156 weak signal, 204 out of range, 255 reference error, 300 calculation error, 401 Bluetooth failure, 501 lens dirty
Bluetooth:
Yes, the Leica DISTO X1 is also compatible with Android devices that support Bluetooth 4.0 or higher. Any used apps should support the relevant Bluetooth® standard (e.g. Leica DISTO Plan App).
NFC:
Yes, the Leica DISTO X1 is compatible with most modern Android devices, as they are typically equipped with NFC hardware. However, it is recommended to verify this feature on the specific device beforehand, as it is not possible to specify an exact Android version when devices started incorporating NFC hardware due to variations among manufacturers.
Any app used must be adapted to receive measurement data (e.g. Leica DISTO Plan App).
Bluetooth:
It is possible to send data to computers running with Windows 10 or higher by using the free software Leica DISTO transfer. This free software you can download from our DISTO webpage. Windows 8 and older Windows operating systems do not support data transfer from the Leica DISTO X1.NFC:
NFC functionality is not supported on most Windows computers, as NFC hardware are not commonly included in these devices. For Windows compatibility, Bluetooth is the recommended connectivity option
No, this is not possible.
Placement of the NFC module
The NFC module is located on the back of the device, centrally above the battery compartment. The NFC symbol on the type label (4-wave NFC mark) marks the position of the NFC module.
Placement of the NFC antennas on smartphones
NFC antennas in smartphones are usually placed near the top back of the device. On iPhones, the antenna is located near the top front, close to the earpiece. In most Android phones, it is typically just below the rear camera.
Operating distance
For optimal performance, ensure that the DISTO is within a distance of up to 2 cm (approximately 0.8 in) from the NFC module on your phone. This range allows for efficient and reliable communication and data transfer. To reliably enter the working range, place the back of your Leica DISTO X1 against the back of your phone, where the NFC antenna is typically located, as described above.
Usage with DISTO Plan App
The Leica DISTO X1 utilizes NFC technology in combination with the DISTO Plan App to enhance user experience. This feature facilitates the initial connection setup and allows for seamless transfer of measurement data. Watch our How-to Video for Android or iOS to find out how to make the most of the DISTO Plan app and NFC.
Yes, Leica Geosystems offers the DISTO Plan App and Leica DISTO transfer software.
It will help to delete pairing data from all devices to establish a brand-new connection. Please delete pairing data from your mobile device in its Bluetooth® settings. Please also note that the DISTO must not be connected to another tablet or smartphone, otherwise the device will not be found in the Bluetooth menu. If this is the case, you must first press “Ignore device” in the Bluetooth menu of the other tablet/phone.
To transfer the calculated area or volume, press and hold the plus (+) and minus (-) buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds. The value will then be sent to the connected software, such as the DISTO Plan App or Leica DISTO Transfer.
