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Suunto Altimax Instruction Manual
Summary of Altimax
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1 en customer service contacts suunto usa phone 1 (800) 543-9124 suunto canada phone 1 (800) 776-7770 web site www.Suuntousa.Com suunto europe phone +33 3 90 20 74 30 fax +33 3 90 20 74 40 web site www.Suuntoeurope.Com suunto oy phone +358 9 875 870 fax +358 9 8758 7301 web site www.Suunto.Com congr...
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2 table of contents chapter 1 introduction .......................................................... 6 1.1 general information ............................................................................................ 6 1.2 main functions (modes) .....................................................
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3 2.4.2 how to start the countdown timer ............................................................... 18 2.5 dual time sub mode (altimax) ........................................................................... 19 2.5.1 setting the dual time function ..............................................
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4 chapter 6 frequently asked questions .......................... 36 6.1 general ..................................................................................................................... 36 6.1.1 is the wristop computer waterproof? ...........................................................
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5 6.4.2 does the wristop computer show future trends in weather conditions? ..... 41 6.4.3 what does absolute pressure and relative pressure mean? ................... 41 6.4.4 what is temperature compensation? ............................................................ 41 6.5 compass .............
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6 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...
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7 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 provide the same features. The difference is the vector is ho...
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8 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 bo...
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9 the display is divided into several regions or areas. the outer circumference encompasses the outer boundary of the lcd display. The peripheral segments are found in the outer circumference. a barometric trend indicator provides a quick reference for forecasting weather conditions. field 1 d...
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10 1.5 measurements and units the wristop computer supplies two units of measure: metric or imperial. Metric unit of measure imperial unit of measure m ft m/min ft/min °c °f mbar inhg 1.5.1 selecting the units of measurement to change the unit of measure displayed: 1. Check the mode indicator. If th...
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11 9. At the unit of measure desired, press the [select] button to move to the next unit. Located at the top center in field 1, m/min or ft/min will begin to flash. 10 press the [+] button to toggle between m/min and ft/min. 11 at the unit of measure desired, press the [mode] button to accep...
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12 1.7.1 battery replacement the wristop computer operates on a three-volt lithium cell type: cr 2430. The maximum life expectancy is approximately 12-18 months. A low battery-warning indicator is activated when 5-15 percent of the battery capacity is still available. When this occurs we recommend r...
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13 after every battery replacement, it is necessary to calibrate the magnetic sensor. Details on performing this process are found in calibrating the compass section of this manual. Chapter 2 time mode the time mode provides the user with: an adjustable 24/12 hour clock display; a calendar pre-p...
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14 4. Press the [+] button to scroll the minutes upward or press the [-] button to scroll the minutes downward. 5. At the minutes desired, press the [select] button to move to the next setting. Located in the center of field 2, the hour will begin to flash. 6. Press the [+] button to scroll the hour...
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15 note: if the user does not press any button for 1 minute in the setup mode, the display will automatically exit setup. Setting the time is now complete. 2.2 daily alarm sub mode the wristop computer allows the user to select and enter settings for up to three alarms. In the time mode, press the [...
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16 8. At the minutes desired, press the [mode] button to accept the changes and exit the setup program. A small bell will appear at the bottom left side in field 2 to signify an alarm has been activated. The alarm setup is complete. To activate up to three alarms, please repeat steps 1-8 for the sel...
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17 2. Press the [-] button once to stop the stopwatch and to display a split time. 3. Press the [-] button a second time to release the split time display and resume the stopwatch. 4. Press the [+] button to stop the stopwatch. 5. Press the [-] button to reset the stopwatch to zero once the stopwatc...
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18 2.4 countdown timer sub mode in the time mode, press the [select] button three times to enter this sub mode. In the countdown timer sub mode (fig. 41): field 1 displays the seconds, field 2 displays the current time, and field 3 displays the hours and minutes and to the bottom far right the...
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19 note: when the countdown timer is activated, the countdown timer will continue and remain in the background if the user is in other modes or sub modes. The user can identify the countdown timer still activated by the flashing text timer in field 3. 2.5 dual time sub mode (altimax) note: this fe...
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20 the dual time stays the same, even though the time in the main time mode is adjusted. For example, if you set the dual time to show your home time, your home time will always be displayed in this sub mode even though you travel to a different time zone and adjust the time in the main time mode. N...
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21 the current location with the associated altitude marked. The user can proceed and follow the instructions, setting the altimeter, provided in the section below. Details regarding the effect of air temperature on altitude measurement are shown on page 41 of this manual. If the altitude is not kno...
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22 5. At the desired setting, press the [select] button to move to the next setting. Located in the center of field 2, the alarm altitude will begin to flash. 6. Press the [+] button to scroll the altitude upward or press the [-] button to scroll the altitude downwards. 7. At the desired altitude, e...
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23 3.2 altitude difference measurement sub mode in the altimeter mode, press the [select] button once to enter this sub mode. In the altitude difference measurement sub mode (fig. 13): field 1 displays the vertical ascent or descent rate; field 2 displays the current altitude in increments of 5 ...
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24 3.3 24-hour memory sub mode in the altimeter mode, press the [select] button twice to enter this sub mode. In the 24-hour memory sub mode (fig. 15): field 1 displays the vertical ascent or descent rate; field 2 displays the current altitude in increments of 5 meters or 10 feet depending on th...
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25 the second display shows the ascent information for the particular logbook that is being viewed (fig. 17). field 1 displays the average ascent rate during the event; field 2 displays the total vertical ascent ; and field 3 displays the text asc along with the text log book to the left. ...
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26 3.4.1 how to start and stop a logbook for the vector and x-lander models: in the altimeter main mode or the difference measurement sub mode, press the [+] button. A beep will be heard and the flashing text log book will appear in field 3 to indicate the start of the recording. Note: for the ve...
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27 after the third display is shown, the altimax automatically returns to the main mode in which the user was viewing. Note: during this process, pressing the [-] button allows the user to move on to the next of the three displays. 3.5 logbook history sub mode the logbook history shows a summation o...
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28 3.5.1 clearing the logbook history to clear the history of the logbook (fig. 28): 1. In any of the logbook history displays, press the [select] button and hold in for 2 seconds. Located in field 1 is the text clr; in field 2 the text his; and in field 3, no will begin to flash. 2. Press the...
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29 to view and use the barometer mode: check the mode indicator bar. If the mode arrow is not on baro, press the [mode] button until the arrow is directly below baro on the bar. In the barometer mode (fig. 5): field 1 displays the current temperature. field 2 displays the current absolute atmosp...
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30 4.1.1 how to start the pressure difference measurement 1. Press the [select] button and hold in for 2 seconds. Located in field 1 is the text set; located in field 2, zero will begin to flash (fig. 29). 2. Press the [mode] button to accept the flashing zero and start the difference measurement....
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31 4.3 sea level pressure sub mode sea level pressure is pressure relative to sea level where as the pressure read in the main barometric display is absolute pressure in the current location. In the barometer mode, press the [select] button three times to enter this sub mode. In the sea level pressu...
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32 4.4 barometric trend indicator located on the top left corner of the lcd display resides the barometric trend indicator. This feature is always displayed in all main modes providing the user a continual quick reference to analyze upcoming weather conditions. The barometric trend is comprised of t...
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33 bearing degrees; a north-south arrow; a bearing track mode showing desired direction and actual bearing; a bubble level for accuracy reading +3 degrees (except in the x-lander); a rotating bezel; a resolution of 1° for the bearing, +5° for north-south direction; and a declination co...
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34 5.1 bearing tracking sub mode the user can select to change from the cardinal point mode to the bearing track function and utilize the bearing lock function in this mode for tracking purposes (fig. 7). In the compass main mode: 1. Press the [select] button and hold in for 2 seconds. Located in fi...
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35 5.2.1 setting the local declination 1. Press the [select] button and hold in for 2 seconds. Located in field 1, off will begin to flash. 2. Press either the [+] or the [-] button to change the declination direction in field 1. 3. At the direction desired, press the [select] button to move to th...
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36 direction of turning does not matter. The lit segments will be turned off as the turning proceeds. When the first full circle is completed, the instrument will inform the user within one minute of whether the calibration was successful displaying the text done in field 2 (fig. 37) or if the pro...
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37 6.1.3 what do the segments on the circumference mean? In the altimeter mode, one full circle equals 1,000 meters or 1,000 feet, therefore the segments on the circumference graphically show the user the altitude over a full thousand. When using the difference measurement function of the altimeter,...
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38 6.2 time 6.2.1 why do the segments on the circumference increase and decrease when i am in the time mode? The main function of the segments is related to the compass mode, where a division into 36 segments is necessary due to the 360-degree scale of a compass. In the time mode, the segments show ...
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39 to avoid excessive battery drain, the recording is not continuous. The recording functions have certain timeouts (i.E. The recording will be turned off automatically after a certain time). The timeouts are shorter for the faster interval and longer for the slower interval. 6.3.4 what is the durat...
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40 third, if thinking about the difference measurement function and how this is affected by the example situation, the wristop computer will show you the absolute difference between 5,000 ft and 8,000 ft (beginning and end). The fact that youve been down to 3,000 ft in-between does not have an impa...
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41 6.4.2 does the wristop computer show future trends in weather conditions? No, the wristop computer continually accumulates data on barometric pressure existent within a 3 to 6 hour window and displays general barometric trends in weather based on the accumulated data. 6.4.3 what does absolute pr...
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42 6.5.2 where do i find the correct declination for my area so i can set my wristop computer? Local declination, either e or w, is usually marked on maps with either one-degree or half-degree accuracy. 6.6 effect of air temperature on altitude measurement the atmospheric pressure means the weight o...
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43 1800 5906 3.3 37.9 2000 6562 2.0 35.6 2400 7874 -0.6 30.9 2800 9187 -3.2 26.2 3000 9843 -4.5 23.9 3400 11155 -7.1 19.2 3800 12468 -9.7 14.5 4000 13124 -11.0 12.2 4500 14765 -14.3 6.4 5000 16405 -17.5 0.5 5500 18046 -20.8 -5.4 6000 19686 -24.0 -11.2 table 1. Normal temperatures corresponding to di...
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44 lower point higher point set reference altitude (real altitude) 1000 m displayed altitude 3000 m real outside temperature +17.5 ºc +6.5 ºc normal (table) temperature +8.5 ºc -4.5 ºc temperature offset (= real - normal) +9 ºc +11 ºc sum of temperature offsets +9 ºc + +11 ºc = 20 ºc table 2. Exampl...
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45 8. Abbreviations def - default factory setting of pressure sensor, corresponds to standard (1013 mbar or 29,90 inhg) airpressure at sea level snr - sensor (used in sensor calibration) re - reference altitude clr - clear asc - ascent dsc - descent beg - begin his - history dua - dual time dur - du...
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46 11. Limits of liability and iso 9001 compliance if this product should fail due to defects in materials or workmanship, suunto oy will, at its sole option, repair or replace it with new or rebuilt parts, free of charge, for two (2) years from the date of its purchase. This warranty is extended on...