Used for sighting and measuring angles to targets
Base plate that attaches to tripod and allows for leveling
Shows measurements and allows for data input
Electronic Distance Measurement system
Measure horizontal and vertical angles
Electronic tilt sensors for automatic leveling
Ensure tripod is stable and roughly level. Position legs firmly in ground and adjust height for comfortable operation.
Attach tribrach to tripod head. Mount total station securely to tribrach.
Use circular bubble to rough level, then fine-tune with plate bubble or electronic level display.
Use optical or laser plummet to center instrument over survey point.