Computing An Azimuth - Leica Captivate Technical Reference Manual

37.5.6
Using the sun
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Computing an Azimuth

Description
The azimuth for a hidden point measurement can be computed using a known
point and the sun. The known point can be manually measured. The location
of the hidden point can be away from the sun or in the direction towards the
sun. Ensure that the shadow of the pole falls in the direction of the point.
Diagram
P0
GS_069
P1
P0
GS_070
Requirements
Bearing & distance, Using 2 bearings or Back bearing & distance must be
selected for Method.
Access
In Measure Hidden Point highlight Azimuth. Press Sun.
Description
Available for Method:Using 2 distances.
The computed perpendicular distance from
the hidden point to the line from Point A to
Point B.
P1
P0 Known point
P1 Hidden point
α Bearing from P0 to P1
P0 Known point
P1 Hidden point
Bearing from P0 to P1
α
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