Firehawk,
I am not sure the problem. I have never heard of this problem before so don't really know. Like you said it maybe a "Error Code" in the processor. As for the new rangefinder, Bushnell is having a few issues with their new Elite 1500, so I would probably stay away from that one for now. The Nikon Monarch 800 on the other hand is a great rangefinder and is very accurate and has been very reliable. It is actually one of the most popular selling rangefinder that we carry. I highly recommend them if you are looking at getting a new one.