Suunto X9_en manual General Information, Checklist, Care and Maintenance

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION

The Suunto X9 wristop computer is a reliable high-precision electronic instrument intended for recreational use. Suunto X9 should not be substituted for obtaining measurements that require professional or industrial precision.

NOTE: Do not use Suunto X9 as the only navigation aid. Use all available navigation aids such as maps, compass, visual sightings etc. and compare them with the Suunto X9 navigation information. Make sure all conflicting information is resolved before continuing with navigation.

NOTE: Read this instruction manual carefully and make sure you understand the use, displays and limitations of this instrument before using it.

1.1. CHECKLIST

Make sure the package contains the following items:

•Suunto X9

•Docking Station

•Charger

•PC-interface cable

•CD containing the Suunto Trek Manager software and the user guide

•Suunto X9 Quick Guide

•Suunto X9 Pocket Guide

Should any of these be missing from the package, contact the resale agent who sold you the package.

1.2. CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Only perform the procedures described in this manual. Never attempt to disassemble or service your Suunto X9. Protect your Suunto X9 from shocks, extreme heat and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. If not in use, store your Suunto X9 in a clean and dry environment at room temperature.

Your Suunto X9 can be wiped clean with a lightly moistened (warm water) cloth. If there are stubborn stains or marks, you can apply mild soap to the area. Do not expose your Suunto X9 to strong chemicals such as gasoline, cleaning solvents, acetone, alcohol, insect repellents, adhesives and paint, as they will damage the unit's seals, case and finish. Keep the area around the sensor free of dirt and sand. Never insert any objects into the sensor opening.

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Contents Page Buttons Customer Service Contacts Suunto Phone +358 875870 Fax 87587301USA Phone 800 Canada European Call Center +358 284 11Table of Contents Compass Mode Suunto X9 in Action Mont Blanc Climbing 12.3 CE General Information ChecklistCare and Maintenance Water Resistance Charging the Battery Charging the battery with a mains charger Charging the battery with a 9 V battery HOW to USE Your Suunto Display and Buttons 2.1.1. Mode indicatorBattery level Indicator Alarm symbolsSTART/DATA Menus Basic menu structure Press and long press General Information Time ModeModes Stopwatch AlarmActivating alarms To activate an alarm Deactivating alarms Acknowledging alarmsSetting the time and the dual time Time/DateSync UTC offsetUnits Setting the time formatSetting the date format Setting the altitude unit Setting the temperature unitSetting the barometric pressure unit Setting the speed unit Setting the vertical speed unitSetting the distance unit Grid Setting the datumSetting the position format Pos. format Datum Grid UTMGeneral Setting the lightSetting the brightness Setting the display information Setting the contrastSetting the tones ALTI/BARO Mode UseAltitude Alti useVertical speed Baro use Sea level barometric pressureBarometric pressure graph Alti/Baro data displaySetting the reference altitude Reference altitude and barometric pressureSetting the sea level barometric pressure Barometric MemoryWeather Alarm Altitude alarm Heading Compass ModeCardinal points Calibrating the compass Page Setting the compass declination manually DeclinationOff AutoUsing the Navigation mode Setting the compass declination with the GPSNavigation Mode Distance to waypoint Direction to waypointWaypoint Creating a route Creating a new routeCreating a new waypoint Creating a new waypoint by linking Choosing the navigation method Using a routeActivating a route Changing the active waypoint Viewing waypoints Alarm points MyPointsUpdating the waypoint location Editing routes and waypointsEditing waypoints Erasing a route Erasing waypointsNavigation data displays Navigation methodsRoute summary Waypoint data pagesEstimated time enroute ete Displays the estimated Navigation methods and the Track back functionNavidata Track Back Active track XTE alarm GPS fixDistance traveled Activity ModeSpeed Activity GPS fix When the data was not sufficient Viewing log files Erasing log filesYou set the function in the Activity mode Track back track logActivity data display Mark Memp Function MenuGPS Mark Home Find HomeFind Home data display Position Arrival and initial preparations Suunto X9 in ActionMont Blanc Climbing First hiking day Page Second hiking day Page Cross Country Running HOW to Ensure Good Position Measurement Global Positioning System GPSOpen area with a clear view to the sky Relatively thin plastic, fabric or wooden coversRocks, buildings or any metallic materials Reserve Enough Time for the MeasurementStrive for Ideal Accuracy Conditions Installation Suunto Trek ManagerSystem Requirements PC InterfaceSuunto Trek Manager Features 1. X9 window Transferring DataLocal Data window Add mempoint name group Add a new mempoint name group Map window SuuntoSports window Profiles windowInformation window SUUNTOSPORTS.COM Getting Started To join SuuntoSports.comSections MY Suunto CommunitiesSport Forums Technical Specifications GPSGPS Datum List Number Name Description DatumEUR-T NAH-B OGB-D NAR-C Conus SAN-L IBE KKJ Local Grid List Name DescriptionGlossary You to locate or report on a specific point on Disclaimers USER’S ResponsibilityCOPYRIGHT, Trademark and Patent Notice 12.3. CEAfter Sales Service DisclaimerPage Made in Finland