what is Zenith?
the point directly above the instrument vertically, 90 degrees
what is the smallest increment the instrument can read?
5 second
what are the 3 standard options for distance measuring?
horizontal, vertical, aligned with line of sight
where is the Tribrach and alidade located
The base to level and quick release the instrument
what does the vertical circle compensator do?
always sets the device plumb automatically
what does a prism do?
Reflects light back to the instrument
In reference to a right angle triangle, what is the slope distance?
the Hypotenuse of the triangle
how many control points must be shot with the “anywhere method”?
2