Great video ! One question my GLM 50 C is not showing annotation in function mode , like when you scroll in all the option , no title show whatsoever (ex : lengh , memory , etc..)
you may have something wrong with your device. when i hit the function button on mine it says at the top of the screen what type of measuring it is set to. when looking through the settings i see no where to turn that on and off.
I've got one of these. I never measure my just holding it in my hand. When you measure that way, your body movement will corrupt the measurement. Even if you place it on a hard surface, changing its facing by turning the tool can ruin the measurement. I only use mine with a tripod. That's why they put the attachment screw on the underside. This is a tool that doesn't like to be handheld.
I am planning to returning my device I have purchased. This is a very good and powerful tool but I just don't want the reading picks up 1/32s. I wish it would limit to 1/16ths
@@tooltipswithtommy I agree. It's only accurate to 1/16 the why do I have to deal with mental calculations of 13/32's. That part is a pain for sure. Other than that it is a great tool
I got the same one GLM50c I see another model glm-50cx i don't get the difference it looks the same works the same is the x variant a certain retail store exclusive has the exact same functions as the GLM50c
Unfortunately, it's hard to see the laser in daylight. You may want to check out the glm400, it has a camera, which can make it more useful in daylight. It has a stake out function. If that's what you're looking for.
I bought this because I am an architect and also real estate appraiser. I am now thinking that I bought the wrong item as it does not have a type of measurement that’s called Pythagorean (my Stanley laser had). In order to get that measurement using this Bosch I would have to use one of the targets that’s received in the box, which takes more time to do that particular measurement. Can you tell me if it’s there and how do I find it?
If you can describe to me what you're trying to measure, or how you'd like to use it, I will absolutely assist you. It does a squared, plus b squared = c squared. Which is the Pythagorean.
Thank you for such quick response. Let’s say that I want to measure a wall that may be about thirty feet wide ( left to right ). Now I know that I can use a target on one end of the wall then use my laser and when the laser hits the target it give me the length of the wall. The first laser that I had I could have just measure that wall by standing somewhere in front of the wall take the laser beam shoot the laser at one end that’s 90 degrees and shoot the laser at the far end of the wall and it gives me the length of that wall. The second option To find the length of that wall I can use the laser by standing anywhere in front of the wall shoot the laser beam at one end, the the other beam at 90 degrees and shoot the other laser beam on the other end and it gives me the length of the wall. Thanks in advance for your help for getting back to me with this important answer.
@@trevorfraites316 I'm going to mess around with mine a bit, but I know it uses the built in inclimometer, and I'm afraid it may only do indirect height measurements. I'll get back to you.
After trying to do what you've asked, unfortunately it will only do indirect measurements on a vertical plane, using the inclinometer. It won't do it on a horizontal plane. So sorry.
How much accurate it is... In length measurements and angle measurements? Is it showing everything in "mm" also aur working only in "ft" and "inches" ??
Unfortunately on this series of measuring tools you can't change increments. I've been led to believe that the feedback bosch has gotten on these devices, they have added that to the new series. Sorry. Hopefully I can get one of the new ones and do a video on it.
I just got one of the new ones, and i can confirm that they have a round up button, that allows you to change measuring increments. 1/4 1/8 or 1/16. I'll be doing a video on it in the next couple days.
I can't say anything bad about Leica, however I've never used the d2. Bosch is about to release their new measuring tools, including a green laser. If you're on the fence maybe wait a couple weeks for them to drop.
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:You didi a much better job explaining all the functions than most people thanks
Way better than sifting through a manual...
Dude ! Thank you ! Great job
I have ordered one.
Fantastic job pal....!!!
Are you still happy with your purchase?
Great video ! One question my GLM 50 C is not showing annotation in function mode , like when you scroll in all the option , no title show whatsoever (ex : lengh , memory , etc..)
you may have something wrong with your device. when i hit the function button on mine it says at the top of the screen what type of measuring it is set to. when looking through the settings i see no where to turn that on and off.
GREAT
Thanks
Thank you. Very helpful
I've got one of these. I never measure my just holding it in my hand. When you measure that way, your body movement will corrupt the measurement. Even if you place it on a hard surface, changing its facing by turning the tool can ruin the measurement. I only use mine with a tripod. That's why they put the attachment screw on the underside. This is a tool that doesn't like to be handheld.
I think I mentioned that in the video.
I am planning to returning my device I have purchased. This is a very good and powerful tool but I just don't want the reading picks up 1/32s. I wish it would limit to 1/16ths
Sorry it's so precise.
@@tooltipswithtommy I agree. It's only accurate to 1/16 the why do I have to deal with mental calculations of 13/32's. That part is a pain for sure. Other than that it is a great tool
The new ones are adjustable. So look into that.
@@tooltipswithtommy Thank you. I look forward to..
Thanks
Can you change the unit of measurement on this
Yes, it has imperial, and metric
I got the same one GLM50c I see another model glm-50cx i don't get the difference it looks the same works the same is the x variant a certain retail store exclusive has the exact same functions as the GLM50c
I think you are correct, they are the same
Can this be used in open daylight ? Also can it be used for setting out measurements?
Unfortunately, it's hard to see the laser in daylight. You may want to check out the glm400, it has a camera, which can make it more useful in daylight. It has a stake out function. If that's what you're looking for.
I just saw that bosch will release a new range finder with a green laser, that will be much easier to see outside. GLM50-27CG
I bought this because I am an architect and also real estate appraiser. I am now thinking that I bought the wrong item as it does not have a type of measurement that’s called Pythagorean (my Stanley laser had). In order to get that measurement using this Bosch I would have to use one of the targets that’s received in the box, which takes more time to do that particular measurement.
Can you tell me if it’s there and how do I find it?
If you can describe to me what you're trying to measure, or how you'd like to use it, I will absolutely assist you. It does a squared, plus b squared = c squared. Which is the Pythagorean.
Thank you for such quick response. Let’s say that I want to measure a wall that may be about thirty feet wide ( left to right ). Now I know that I can use a target on one end of the wall then use my laser and when the laser hits the target it give me the length of the wall.
The first laser that I had I could have just measure that wall by standing somewhere in front of the wall take the laser beam shoot the laser at one end that’s 90 degrees and shoot the laser at the far end of the wall and it gives me the length of that wall.
The second option To find the length of that wall I can use the laser by standing anywhere in front of the wall shoot the laser beam at one end, the the other beam at 90 degrees and shoot the other laser beam on the other end and it gives me the length of the wall.
Thanks in advance for your help for getting back to me with this important answer.
@@trevorfraites316 I'm going to mess around with mine a bit, but I know it uses the built in inclimometer, and I'm afraid it may only do indirect height measurements. I'll get back to you.
Inclinometer
After trying to do what you've asked, unfortunately it will only do indirect measurements on a vertical plane, using the inclinometer. It won't do it on a horizontal plane. So sorry.
Great job. What do you mean by "mark it off?" I have the glm 50 c. Thank you.
sorry but i'm not sure what you're asking, it's been awhile since i did this video. can you elaborate?
@@tooltipswithtommy You referred to just "mark it off" a couple of times and swiped your finger on the back of the laser. Maybe I misunderstood? :)
Have a GLM 165-27 CG can't get it to work need some help
Okay, what you got? I don't have those new ones, but I can probably help you out.
How much accurate it is... In length measurements and angle measurements? Is it showing everything in "mm" also aur working only in "ft" and "inches" ??
The glm50 is accurate to 1/16th of an inch. And you can use imperial or the metric system, whichever you prefer
how do you change the fraction from 1 /32" to 1/8" on this device ? i don't need 1/32" , thanks tom
Unfortunately on this series of measuring tools you can't change increments. I've been led to believe that the feedback bosch has gotten on these devices, they have added that to the new series. Sorry. Hopefully I can get one of the new ones and do a video on it.
I just got one of the new ones, and i can confirm that they have a round up button, that allows you to change measuring increments. 1/4 1/8 or 1/16. I'll be doing a video on it in the next couple days.
@@tooltipswithtommy What's the model number? Is it still GLM50C? How do we tell the new ones apart?
I posted a video last night of the new one
Glm 50c or disto d2?
I can't say anything bad about Leica, however I've never used the d2. Bosch is about to release their new measuring tools, including a green laser. If you're on the fence maybe wait a couple weeks for them to drop.