USER'S GUIDE CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACTS Suunto Oy Suunto USA Canada European Call Center Suunto Website Phone +358 9 875870 Fax +358 9 87587301 Phone 1 (800) 543-9124 Phone 1 (800) 776-7770 Phone +358 2 284 11 60 www.suunto.com EN 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................... 6 1.1 GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................................................................... 6 1.2 MAIN FUNCTIONS (MODES) ...................................................................................... 6 1.2.1 Backlight Features ......................................................................................... 7 1.2.2 Water Resistance .......................................................................................... 7 1.3 BUTTON FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................ 7 1.3.1 The [Mode] Button ......................................................................................... 7 1.3.2 The [+] Button ................................................................................................ 8 1.3.3 The [-] Button ................................................................................................. 8 1.3.4 The [Select] Button ........................................................................................ 8 1.4 LCD DISPLAY .............................................................................................................. 8 1.5 MEASUREMENTS AND UNITS ................................................................................. 10 1.5.1 Selecting the Units of Measurement ............................................................ 10 1.6 PRESSURE SENSOR CALIBRATION ........................................................................ 11 1.7 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................... 11 1.7.1 Battery Replacement ................................................................................... 12 CHAPTER 2 TIME MODE ............................................................... 13 2.1 HOW TO SET THE TIME .......................................................................................... 2.2 DAILY ALARM SUB MODE ........................................................................................ 2.2.1 How to Set the Daily Alarms ........................................................................ 2.3 STOPWATCH SUB MODE ........................................................................................ 2.3.1 How to Use the Stopwatch .......................................................................... 2.4 COUNTDOWN TIMER SUB MODE ........................................................................... 2.4.1 How to Set the Countdown Timer ................................................................ 2 13 15 15 16 16 17 18 2.4.2 How to Start the Countdown Timer .............................................................. 18 2.5 DUAL TIME SUB MODE (ALTIMAX , S-LANDER) ..................................................... 19 2.5.1 Setting the Dual Time Function ................................................................... 19 CHAPTER 3 ALTIMETER MODE .................................................... 20 3.1 SETTING THE ALTIMETER ....................................................................................... 3.2 ALTITUDE DIFFERENCE MEASUREMENT SUB MODE .......................................... 3.2.1 How to Start the Altitude Difference Measurement ...................................... 3.3 24-HOUR MEMORY SUB MODE ............................................................................... 3.4 LOGBOOK SUB MODE ............................................................................................. 3.4.1 How to Start and Stop a Logbook ................................................................ 3.4.2 Fast Cumulative Button ............................................................................... 3.5 LOGBOOK HISTORY SUB MODE ............................................................................ 3.5.1 Clearing the Logbook History ...................................................................... 4.1 PRESSURE DIFFERENCE MEASUREMENT SUB MODE ........................................ 4.1.1 How to Start the Pressure Difference Measurement .................................... 4.2 4-DAY MEMORY SUB MODE .................................................................................... 4.3 SEA LEVEL PRESSURE SUB MODE ........................................................................ 4.3.1 Setting the Sea Level Pressure ................................................................... 4.4 BAROMETRIC TREND INDICATOR .......................................................................... 5.1 BEARING TRACKING SUB MODE ............................................................................ 5.2 DECLINATION ADJUSTMENT SUB MODE ............................................................... 5.2.1 Setting the Local Declination ....................................................................... 5.3 CALIBRATING THE COMPASS ................................................................................. 3 21 23 23 24 24 26 26 27 28 29 30 30 31 31 32 34 34 35 35 CHAPTER 4 BAROMETER MODE .................................................. 28 CHAPTER 5 COMPASS MODE (VECTOR AND X-LANDER) ............ 32 CHAPTER 6 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ........................... 36 6.1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 6.1.1 Is the Wristop Computer waterproof? .......................................................... 6.1.2 How long will the battery last? ..................................................................... 6.1.3 What do the segments on the circumference mean? .................................. 6.1.4 Why do the segments on the circumference go to the left (counterclockwise)? .................................................................................... 6.1.5 Why are there two symbols above the mode indicator bar and what do they mean? ................................................................................................. 6.2 TIME .......................................................................................................................... 6.2.1 Why do the segments on the circumference increase and decrease when I am in the Time mode? .............................................................................. 6.2.2 What is the longest time I can set in the timer? .......................................... 6.3 ALTIMETER ............................................................................................................... 6.3.1 How do you clear the logbook? ................................................................... 6.3.2 How does the logbook self-erase? .............................................................. 6.3.3 How many logbooks can you record? ......................................................... 6.3.4 What is the duration readout? ..................................................................... 6.3.5 What is the maximum capacity of total vertical ascent or descent feet/ meters in the logbook history? .................................................................... 6.3.6 If hiking from a level of 5,000 ft down hill to 3,000 ft and then back up to 8,000 feet, how is the Vector going to read this or average it out? ............. 6.3.7 Why does the vertical ascent/descent measurement show different readings even though I am inside and staying in the same room? ............. 6.4 BAROMETER ............................................................................................................ 6.4.1 What is the little box on the top left of the display? ..................................... 4 36 36 36 37 37 37 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 39 39 39 40 40 40 6.4.2 Does the Wristop Computer show future trends in weather conditions? ..... 6.4.3 What does "absolute pressure" and "relative pressure" mean? .................. 6.4.4 What is temperature compensation? .......................................................... 6.5 COMPASS ................................................................................................................. 6.5.1 What is the purpose of the rotating outer bezel? ......................................... 6.5.2 Where do I find the correct declination for my area so I can set my Wristop Computer? ..................................................................................... 6.6 EFFECT OF AIR TEMPERATURE ON ALTITUDE MEASUREMENT ........................ 41 41 41 41 41 42 42 CHAPTER 7 SPARE PARTS AVAILABLE ........................................ 44 CHAPTER 8 ABBREVIATIONS ....................................................... 45 CHAPTER 9 COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARK NOTICE ................... 45 CHAPTER 10 CE COMPLIANCE ..................................................... 45 CHAPTER 11 LIMITS OF LIABILITY AND ISO 9001 COMPLIANCE 46 CHAPTER 12 DISPOSAL OF THE DEVICE ..................................... 46 5 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 GENERAL INFORMATION The Wristop Computer is a reliable high precision electronic instrument, intended for recreational use. The outdoor enthusiast who enjoys venturing in sports like skiing, kayaking, mountain climbing, hiking and biking can rely on the Wristop Computer's accuracy. The ergonomically designed Wristop Computer weighs only 2 ounces or 55 grams and is accompanied by a LCD featuring a large number display intended to be clearly visible in almost any condition. Note: The Wristop Computer should not be substituted for acquiring measurements that require professional or industrial precision and should not be used to acquire measurements when skydiving, hang gliding, paragliding, gyrocopter riding and flying small aircraft. IMPORTANT NOTE: A PULLOUT PAGE LOCATED ON THE FRONT INSIDE COVER OF THIS MANUAL GRAPHICALLY ILLUSTRATES AND IDENTIFIES THE PROPERTIES OF THE WRISTOP COMPUTER AND LCD DISPLAY. THIS PAGE IS DESIGNED TO FACILITATE THE USER'S UNDERSTANDING OF THE FUNCTIONS AND PROCESSES TO SETUP THOSE FUNCTIONS. 1.2 MAIN FUNCTIONS (MODES) Though the user's guide applies to all the Wristop Computer models, functions and differences in operation of the models are noted in the table below. Functions Time Altimeter Barometer Compass Wristop Computer Models Altimax YES YES YES - S-Lander YES YES YES - Vector YES YES YES YES X-Lander YES YES YES YES 6 In each of the functions, associated sub modes provide further enhancements to the usefulness of its owner. All key features and sub modes are discussed in detail following this section. Note: Wristop computer models Vector and X-Lander share the same features as well as Altimax and SLander do. The difference is the Vector and Altimax are housed in a sturdy plastic case and the X-Lander and S-Lander are set in brushed aluminium. 1.2.1 Backlight Features The Wristop Computer has an electroluminescent backlight. This is initiated by pressing and holding the [Mode] button for 2 seconds. The backlight will remain on for 5 seconds. Pressing the [Mode] button during this time will restart the 5 second period, continuing the backlight feature. 1.2.2 Water Resistance This product is water resistant. Water resistance is tested to 30m/100ft according to ISO 2281 standard (www.iso.ch). Note: The Wristop computer is not a dive instrument. 1.3 BUTTON FUNCTIONS Four buttons are used to operate the Wristop Computer: [Mode], [+] (ON/OFF), [-] (Fast Bearing), and [Select]. 1.3.1 The [Mode] Button Is located on the top right of the Wristop Computer. · · · · In the main mode level, pressing the [Mode] button allows the user to select or move from one mode or function to the next (TIME, ALTI, BARO, COMP). In the sub mode level, pressing the [Mode] button returns the user to the main mode level. In the setup process, pressing the [Mode] button accepts the changes or preferences. Pressing the button again will return the user to the main mode level. Pressing the button for 2 seconds activates the backlight feature. 7 1.3.2 The [+] Button Is located on the bottom right of the Wristop Computer. · · In the setup process, pressing the [+] button changes or scrolls the value upward. In the timing and logbook functions, this button can act as a start/stop (or On/Off) button. 1.3.3 The [-] Button Is located on the bottom left of the Wristop Computer. · · In the setup process, pressing the [-] button changes or scrolls the value downward. For the Vector and X-Lander models this button is also known as the "Fast Bearing" button. Pressing the [-] button in any of the main modes will quickly display the compass mode, showing either the normal compass or bearing tracking feature ( ...