Just got a Chrony Master Beta and am wondering if it's me, or a defective unit. I've read and reread the booklet several times to be sure I'm not missing a step. I admit to not exploring all the options until I can get readings from this dern thing. I've set it up under gray skys (like today) and as the book says, it doesn't require the diffusers in this kind of light. But each time I shoot over it, 2"-4" over the base, it reads and ERR 1. Diffusers didn't help.
The book says the first unit isn't capturing the bullet passing by. Only one shot did it show ERR 2. I've tried this with a .177 pellet pistol (maybe too small?), 9mm, .45, and a .20 pellet rifle. I brought out the pellet guns thinking a slower bullet might be captured. I've also shot close and out to 10' from the firearm to see if distance makes a difference. No change.
What I'm wondering is, is there a setting that isn't factory default that I need to set to get beyond ERR 1, or is this unit defective? I like the remote display as I shoot at a public range and it keeps me from going into the firing line.
Did I choose poorly? Should I have picked a better brand? If I return it I'll get a different one if need be. I just want one that works, but the label isn't important (as I don't know better).
Thanks all for your help.
Steve