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Suunto T6C User Manual

Other manuals for T6C: Quick Manual, User Manual
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Summary of T6C

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    2 1 user guide en.

  • Page 2: Modes & Views

    Modes & views • weekday • seconds • dual time • altitude row 1: distance row 2: speed views: • altitude • ascent • average speed • chrono • descent time training display 1* row 1: chrono row 2: heart rate views: • average heart rate • calories • epoc • lap time • training effect training display 2* ...

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    1 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2 using time mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    4.2 using timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 4.3 using training effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 4.4 using epoc . ...

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    8.1 technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 8.2 trademark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 8.3 copyr...

  • Page 6: 1  Introduction

    1 introduction thank you for choosing suunto t6c as your training companion. Suunto t6c is a high-precision heart rate monitor designed to make your training as beneficial as possible. Suunto t6c gives you extremely accurate feedback on your fitness level. Before you start regular training with suun...

  • Page 7: 2  Using Time Mode

    2 using time mode in time mode you can view the time of day in two time zones: the time at your actual location and in another time zone (dual time). The current date is displayed on the top row of the screen. Use [view back] to scroll through the following views: ● day: name of the current weekday ...

  • Page 8: 2.1  Setting Time

    2.1 setting time to set time: 1. In the settings menu, enter time . 2. Scroll to time with [lap +] and [light -] and enter with [mode]. 3. Change the time with [lap +] and [light -] and accept with [mode]. 4. Reset seconds with [light -]. To set specific seconds, keep [lap +] pressed. The seconds st...

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    Note: we recommend that you set the current time at your current location as the main time because the alarm clock operates according to the main time. 2.3 setting date to set the date: 1. In the settings menu, enter time . 2. Scroll to date with [lap +] and [light -] and enter with [mode]. 3. Chang...

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    When the alarm sounds, acknowledge it by pressing any button. If you do not acknowledge the alarm, it will automatically stop sounding after 30 seconds. Tip: you can use one alarm on workdays and the others on weekends. You can also use the extra alarms as reminders or snooze options. 9 en.

  • Page 11: 3  Settings Before Training

    3 settings before training before you start training, you need to define personal and units settings. To be able to measure your altitude, you should also set the reference altitude. These settings ensure accurate measurements and calculations. You are prompted to define the personal settings the fi...

  • Page 12: Description

    Description value setting maximum heart rate according to selected units in units settings 000 max hr fitness mets value 00.0 fitness mets to change personal settings: 1. In the settings menu, enter personal . 2. Scroll through the settings with [lap +] and [light -] and enter with [mode]. 3. Change...

  • Page 13: 3.1.2  Fitness Mets Level

    3.1.2 fitness mets level fitness mets (metabolic equivalents) value shows how much energy your body is able to consume compared to the energy consumption at rest. Roughly, the better your fitness level, the higher your maximum met value is. Suunto t6c suggests a default fitness mets level, but if yo...

  • Page 14: Description

    Description value setting altitude measurement units: meters or feet m/ft alti ascent units: meters per second, minute, or hour / feet per second, minute or hour m / s, m / min, m / h, ft / s, ft / min, ft / h asc distance units: kilometers or miles km / mi dist speed units for foot pod, bike pod, a...

  • Page 15: 3.3  General Settings

    3.3 general settings in the general settings you can set button tones and icons on or off, modify backlight settings, and pair hr belts and pods. Define the general settings according to your own preferences. Description value setting pairing pod options hr belt, hr belt2, foot pod, bike pod, cad po...

  • Page 16: 3.3.2  Setting Icons

    2. Scroll to tones with [lap +] and [light -]. 3. Set the tones on or off with [mode]. 4. Press [start stop] to exit. 3.3.2 setting icons when the icons are enabled and you switch to a mode, a mode icon is briefly shown on the screen before the main display opens. To set the icons: 1. In the setting...

  • Page 17: Description

    To set the backlight: 1. In the settings menu, enter general . 2. Scroll to light with [lap +] and [light -] and enter with [mode]. 3. Scroll through the settings with [lap +] and [light -] and accept the setting with [mode]. 4. Press [start stop] to exit. 3.4 configuring training mode displays in t...

  • Page 18: Description

    Description content recording time since the log start chrono current time day time distance from the log start according to selected units in units settings distance total descent: vertical movement downwards during training according to selected units in units settings descent no supplementary inf...

  • Page 19: Description

    Description content rate of ascent/descent vert. Spd to configure training mode displays: 1. In the settings menu, enter displays . 2. Scroll to display 1 or display 2 with [lap +] and [light -] and enter with [mode]. 3. Scroll to the row or view with [lap +] and [light -] and enter with [mode]. 4. ...

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    3.5 setting reference altitude to ensure you get correct altitude readings, you first have to set an accurate reference altitude. To do this, go to a location where you know the altitude, for example, with the help of a topographical map, and set the reference altitude to match the map reading. Suun...

  • Page 21: Description

    Because the starting and finishing line are the same. You adjust your running pace according to the altitude variation. 3.6 setting heart rate limits setting upper and lower heart rate limits for yourself helps you exercise at the preferred intensity. An alarm notifies you when your heart rate is ab...

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    Note: in the log, the training session is divided into different zones according to your hr limits regardless whether the limit alarm is on or off. 3.7 selecting log parameters before you start recording your training sessions, select the type of data you want to save in your log or view during your...

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    To select log parameters: 1. In the settings menu, enter training . 2. Scroll to set log with [lap +] and [light -] and enter with [mode]. 3. Scroll through the parameters with [lap +] and [light -] and set the parameters on or off with [mode]. 4. Press [start stop] to exit. Tip: if you record altit...

  • Page 24: 4  Using Training Mode

    4 using training mode in training mode you can measure all your training activity. Note: even though both suunto t6c and the transmitter belt are water-resistant, the radio signal does not carry in water, which makes the communication between suunto t6c and the transmitter belt impossible. 4.1 putti...

  • Page 25: Warning:

    Warning: if you have a pacemaker, defibrillator, or other implanted electronic device, you use the transmitter belt at your own risk. Before using it, we recommend an exercise test with your suunto heat rate monitor and belt under a doctor’s supervision. Exercise may include some risk, especially fo...

  • Page 26: Countdown Timer

    Countdown timer countdown timer functions as a start timer. It measures remaining time and upon reaching zero, it alerts you when the countdown has reached zero and automatically starts the timer/log. Use the countdown timer for example to exclude the warm-up session from the training log. Note: the...

  • Page 27: 4.3  Using Training Effect

    4.3 using training effect training effect (te) is a unique feature of suunto t6c that measures the real effect of a workout on your physical fitness. With training effect, you can be sure that your workouts have the intended result. There is a significant difference between heart rate zone (temporar...

  • Page 28: Description

    Description result training effect extremely high effect on aerobic performance if adequate recovery allowed; should not be done often. Over-reaching 5.0 note: it is important to note that the numerical te values do not mean that a workout with a lower numerical value is somehow worse or less signif...

  • Page 29: 4.4  Using Epoc

    Heart beat analysis technology producing training effect is provided and supported by firstbeat technologies ltd. 4.4 using epoc epoc (excess post-exercise oxygen consumption) indicates the amount of extra oxygen that your body needs to recover after exercise. Your body consumes more oxygen after ex...

  • Page 30: Using Log Recorder

    Training session itself starts when you start the log recorder and ends when you stop it. Using log recorder by default, the log recorder ( chrono ) is displayed on the top row of the display 1 . You can personalize the training mode displays in the displays settings. To use the log recorder: 1. In ...

  • Page 31: 4.7  After Training

    ● switch between the two training displays to view various data about your exercise. ● set hr limits on or off by keeping [view back] pressed in training mode. 4.7 after training 4.7.1 viewing logbook while the log recorder is running, your suunto t6c collects various data about the session, such as...

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    To erase logbook information: 1. In logbook , scroll to erase with [lap +] and [light -] and enter with [mode]. 2. Scroll to the log you want to erase with [lap +] and [light -] and select the log with [mode]. 3. Erase the log with [ligh -] or cancel with [view back]. To erase all logbook informatio...

  • Page 33: 5  Using Pods

    5 using pods you can use various peripheral observation devices (pods) with your suunto t6c. These include foot pod, bike pod, cadence pod, gps pod and generic speed pod (see section 5.1 pairing a pod ). After you have paired a pod with the device, suunto t6c gives you additional information during ...

  • Page 34: 5.2  Using Autolap

    5.2 using autolap with autolap , you can define laps in distance instead of time (interval training). When autolap is turned on (and your speed and distance pod is activated), your suunto heart rate monitor shows total distance, average lap speed, and lap time for each lap. Description value setting...

  • Page 35: 5.4  Using Speed Limits

    5.3 using distance intervals you can set distance intervals for interval training after you have paired your suunto t6c with a speed and distance pod. When you start the stopwatch, your suunto t6c alerts and records lap times and other data after every completed interval. To set the distance interva...

  • Page 36: Description

    Description value setting upper speed limit 00:00 upper to set the speed limits: 1. In the settings menu, enter spd/dst . 2. Scroll to spd lim with [lap +] and [light -] and enter with [mode]. 3. Set the limits on or off with [lap +] and [light -] and accept with [mode]. 4. Change the high and low s...

  • Page 37: 5.6  Calibrating Your Pod

    5.6 calibrating your pod a suunto pod that measures speed and distances needs to be calibrated to give you accurate readings. The calibration procedure differs for each pod type, and you will need to read the pod user guide to get detailed instructions. A simple way to get a quick calibration is to ...

  • Page 38: 6  Troubleshooting

    6 troubleshooting suunto t6c uses coded transmission to prevent reading disturbances. However, exercising near overhead power lines or powerful magnetic / electronic devices may cause interference with the signal. If you lose the signal, try the following: ● exit and then re-enter training mode. ● c...

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    The same procedure can be used if you experience problems with suunto pod signal reception. 38.

  • Page 40: 7  Care and Maintenance

    7 care and maintenance 7.1 general guidance for all suunto training devices: ● only perform the procedures described in suunto guides. ● do not disassemble or service your device yourself. ● protect your device from shocks, hard and sharp objects, extreme heat and prolonged exposure to direct sunlig...

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    7.2 replacing wristop battery replace the battery as illustrated here: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 tip: use the suunto battery compartment opening tool to avoid cover damage. 40

  • Page 42: Note:

    Note: replace the battery with extreme care to ensure your suunto heart rate monitor remains water resistant. Careless replacement may void the warranty. 7.3 replacing belt battery replace the battery as illustrated here: note: we recommend that you replace the cover and o ring along with the better...

  • Page 43: 8  Specifications

    8 specifications 8.1 technical data general ● operating temperature: -20°c to +60°c / -5°f to +140°f ● storage temperature: -30°c to +60°c / -22°f to +140°f ● weight (device): 55 g ● weight (belt): 39 g ● water resistance (device): 100 m / 330 ft (iso 2281) ● water resistance (belt): 20 m / 66 ft (i...

  • Page 44: 8.2  Trademark

    ● limits: 30 to 230 ● maximum for percentage display: 240 8.2 trademark suunto and its product names, trade names, trademarks and service marks whether registered or unregistered are protected by suunto or respective third party owners. All rights reserved. Firstbeat & analyzed by firstbeat are regi...

  • Page 45: 8.4  Ce

    8.4 ce the ce mark is used to mark conformity with the european union emc directives 89/336/eec and 99/5/eec. 8.5 ices this class [b] digital apparatus complies with canadian ices-003. 8.6 fcc this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (...

  • Page 46: 8.7  Patent Notice

    8.7 patent notice this product is protected by the following patents and patent applications and their corresponding national rights: us 11/432,380, us 11/169712,us 11/808,391, us 10/523,156, us 10/515,170. Additional patent applications have been filed. 8.8 disposal of device please dispose of the ...

  • Page 47: 9  Disclaimers

    9 disclaimers 9.1 user’s responsibility this instrument is intended for recreational use only. Suunto heart rate monitors must not be used as a substitute for obtaining measurements that require professional or laboratory-quality precision. 9.2 warnings if you have a pacemaker, defibrillator, or oth...

  • Page 48: Index

    Index a alarm, 8 autolap, 33 autopause, 35 b backlight, 15 c calibrating pods, 36 cleaning the device, 39 d disposal of device, 45 distance intervals, 34 dual time, 7 e epoc, 28 f fitness mets, 12 g general guidance, 39 h heart rate limits, 20 i icons, 15 l logbook, 30 logs selecting parameters, 21 ...

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    M maximum heart rate, 11 modes time, 6 training, 23 p pairing a pod, 32 pods autolap, 33 autopause, 35 calibrating, 36 distance intervals, 34 pairing, 32 r reference altitude, 19 removing scratches, 39 replacing belt battery, 41 wristop battery, 40 s setting alarm, 8 backlight, 15 dual time, 7 heart...

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    Interval, 24 warm up, 24 training during training, 29 epoc, 28 fitness mets, 12 training effect, 26 training mode displays, 16 using, 23 transmitter belt pairing, 37 putting on, 23 replacing battery, 41 v views time mode, 6 training mode, 16 49.

  • Page 51: Suunto Customer Service

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