Hilger Watts Theodolite Manual

Proper setup is crucial for accuracy. Following the procedures ensures a stable instrument.

Websites such as the Virtual Archive of Wild Heerbrugg, the Surveying Museum, and various university civil engineering archives often host scanned PDF copies of Watts Microptic brochures and operating handbooks.

Simply read the degree mark passed by the index pointer, then add the corresponding minutes directly from the sub-scale. Reading the No. 2 (One-Second) Model hilger watts theodolite manual

Hilger & Watts Theodolite Manual: A Comprehensive Guide to Operation and Maintenance

Secure the theodolite tribrach to the tripod head using the central fastening screw. Proper setup is crucial for accuracy

Carefully remove the theodolite from its carrying case, holding it securely by its standards or base—never by the telescope barrel.

A sensitive spirit level tube mounted on the rotating upper instrument plate (alidade) used for precise leveling. Simply read the degree mark passed by the

Add the main scale reading to the fractional estimation to find your final angle. Reading a Microptic No. 2 (1-Second Instrument)

Aim at your target and use the main telescope focusing ring to bring the object into sharp focus.