Leica Geosystems TPS110C - Manual (Page 12)

Introduction 12
Technical Terms and Abbreviations, continued
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Plumb line /
Compensator
Direction of gravity. The
compensator defines
the plumb line within
the instrument.
Standing axis
Inclination
Angle between plumb
line and standing axis.
Zenith
Point on the plumb line
above the observer.
Reticle
Glass plate within the
telescope engraved
with the cross hair
lines.