M2 Compass Flashcards
Azimuth scale
0-6400
Angle of site scale
0-1200 in both directions
2400 mil total
What color is the north seeking end of the arrow
White or metallic
Which end of the compass do you use to index a mil
The south seeking black arrow
What level do you use when indexing a mil direction
The fish eye circular bubble
What is the elevation scale increments
20 mil per dash
How often is the elevation scale numbered
Every 200 mil
What is the azimuth scale increments
20mil per dash
How often is the azimuth scale numbered
Every 200 mil
How do you determine the declination angle
From grid north, measure clockwise mil rotation to the magnetic north
Which north arrow has the flag
The magnetic north arrow
How do you find the MA
Round the azimuth to the closest 50 mil increment
What must you do to the compass after finding the declination angle
Index the declination angle on the compass
At what distance should the newer and far aiming stake be placed
50 and 100m
