Summary of ELEMENTUM VENTUS
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Suunto elementum ventus user guide en.
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A b c.
Page 3: Sailing
Sailing settings memory calibration compass air pressure / date time.
Page 5: Getting Started
En getting started thank you for choosing suunto elementum ventus, a digital sports watch for sailing. To get started: 1. Press any button to activate the watch. 2. Keep [a] pressed to enter settings . The active setting blinks on the display. 3. Rotate [a] to change the value. 4. Press [a] to accep...
Page 6: Compass
Compass • press [c] to enter. • keep [c] pressed to start the compass calibration. • while calibrating compass, keep the device level and stabile when rotating. ‘level’ blinks on the display if the device is not level or stabile. • press [b] or [c] to exit compass. Settings 1. In time mode, keep [a]...
Page 7: Compass Calibration
En compass calibration memory 1. In time mode, you can see the air pressure recordings of the last 12 h. Rotate [a] to browse the recordings of the last 24 h prior to the visible 12 h. 2. When rotating, the pressure graph moves and shows corresponding time and pressure. 3. Press [b] or [c] to exit. ...
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1 getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.1 changing general settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.2 using alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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Access to suunto warranty service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 other important notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 limitation of liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 10: 1 Getting Started
1 getting started in suunto elementum ventus there are two modes: time and sailing mode. Switch between them by pressing [b]. Suunto elementum ventus also features compass view. Press [c] to activate it. In time mode the watch functions as a normal watch. Sailing mode includes sailing and race timer...
Page 11: Tip: You Can Exit
Tip: you can exit settings at any time by pressing [b] or [c] or keeping [a] pressed. You can change the following general settings on your suunto elementum ventus: ● alarm: on/off ● alarm time: hours and minutes ● time format: 12h/24h ● time: hours, minutes, and seconds ● date format: d/m or m/d ● ...
Page 12: 1.3 Using Button Lock
When the alarm goes off, press any button to turn it off. The alarm goes off the same time the following day. 1.3 using button lock the button lock can be activated in time and sailing mode. To activate the button lock: 1. Press [a] and [b] at the same time. When the button lock is activated, only t...
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Note: if you want to use the backlight in memory or settings , activate it before entering them. Note: heavy use of the backlight significantly reduces battery life. To save power, the backlight blinks when used in compass view. 7 en.
Page 14: 2.1 Time Mode
2 using suunto elementum ventus 2.1 time mode time mode is the default mode of the device. Time, date and absolute air pressure are shown on the time mode display. Rotate [a] upwards to toggle between absolute air pressure and date. 2.1.1 viewing air pressure recordings suunto elementum ventus measu...
Page 15: 2.2 Sailing Mode
Compare the air pressure graph to the lines printed on the display. When the air pressure has dropped 4hpa/0.12inhg or more during a 3-hour period (last 4 readings), there is a high possibilty of bad weather. Rising air pressure graph indicates good weather. Note: the air pressure graph is valid onl...
Page 16: 2.2.1 Using Sailing Timer
2.2.1 using sailing timer use the sailing timer to countdown the remaining time before the race start, so you will cross the start line at the right time. To set the sailing timer: 1. Press [b] to switch to sailing mode. The default time shown in the sailing timer is 5'00. 2. Rotate [a] to adjust th...
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● every ten seconds, until zero is reached. ● when zero is reached. Tip: the sailing timer can be used as a stopwatch when the sailing time is set to 00'00. 2.2.2 synchronizing countdown time synchronize the sailing timer with the official countdown time before the race, if you missed the start of t...
Page 18: 2.2.3 Using Race Timer
2.2.3 using race timer when the sailing timer reaches zero, the race timer begins. The race timer is used for measuring the time used in a sailing competition. The timer stops and resets when it reaches its maximum value. Press [a] to stop/start the race timer again. 2.3 compass view compass view al...
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Note: compass view will automatically disappear after 60 s. Note: compass cannot be accessed from sailing mode when the sailing timer countdown is on. 2.3.1 calibrating compass to check the compass accuracy: go to compass view and keep the device level and the display upwards. Tilt the display 45º t...
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3. The tilt calibration starts automatically after a successful level calibration. 4. Keep the device tilted 90º until you hear the confirmation sound. The device informs 'ok' when the calibration is successful. Note: the device informs 'fail' if the calibration does not succeed. If the calibration ...
Page 21: 3 Care and Maintenance
3 care and maintenance handle the unit with care – do not knock or drop it. Under normal circumstances the unit will not require servicing. After use, rinse it with fresh water, mild soap and carefully clean the housing with a moist soft cloth or chamois. Clean the white strap with soap. If you need...
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Note: do not attempt to replace the battery yourself. Contact your local watch store to get the battery replaced. 16.
Page 23: 4 Specifications
4 specifications 4.1 technical specifications general ● operating temperature: -10 °c to +60 °c / -2°f to +140°f ● storage temperature: -30 °c to +60 °c / -22°f to +140°f ● water resistance: 100 m / 300 ft (iso 2281) ● scratch-resistant sapphire crystal ● battery type: cr2032 ● battery life: approxi...
Page 24: Compass
Compass ● resolution: 1° ● max. Tilt angle 45° 4.2 trademark suunto elementum ventus, its logos, and other suunto brand trademarks and made names are registered or unregistered trademarks of suunto oy. All rights are reserved. 4.3 copyright copyright © suunto oy 2008. All rights reserved. Suunto, su...
Page 25: 4.4 Patent Notice
4.4 patent notice this product is protected by pending patent application us 12/153,505. Other patents have been applied for. 4.5 disposal of device please dispose of the device in an appropriate way, treating it as electronic waste. Do not throw it in the garbage. If you wish, you may return the de...
Page 26: 5 Warranty
5 warranty suunto limited warranty for wristop computers, diving computers, precision instruments, watches, marine compasses and field compasses this limited warranty is valid as of january 1st, 2008. Suunto warrants that during the warranty period suunto or a suunto authorized service center (herei...
Page 27: Warranty Period
Warranty period the warranty period starts at the date of retail purchase by the original end-user purchaser. The warranty period varies depending on the product you have purchased and are the following: a. Two (2) years for the wristop computers, diving computers, precision instruments and watches ...
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Downloaded in the product, or whether included during installment, assembly, shipping or at any other time in the delivery chain or otherwise and in any way acquired by you; 3. Defects or alleged defects caused by the fact that the product was used with, or connected to, any product, accessory, soft...
Page 29: Other Important Notices
Please access and review the online help resources available at www.Suunto.Com or referred to in the product manual before seeking warranty service. If a claim under this limited warranty appears to be necessary, please return your wristop computer either through suunto service request available at ...
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Expressed or implied. Suunto shall not be liable for special, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages, including but not limited to loss of anticipated benefits or profits, loss of savings or revenue, loss of data, punitive damages, loss of use of the product or any associated equipment, cost...
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