Suunto CORE User manual

USER GUIDE
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altimeter depth meter
• date
• seconds
• dual time
• sunrise and
sunset times
• stopwatch
• countdown timer
• empty
• empty
TIME
• altitude difference
measurer
• temperature
• log recorder
• log height difference
• log ascent
• log descent
• log
recorder
• time
• temperature
COMPASS
• time
• cardinals
• bearing tracking
MODES AND VIEWS
barometer
• temperature
• log recorder
• altitude reference
• time
ALTI & BARO
• empty

MENU CONTENT

SYMBOLS ON THE DISPLAY

1 Welcome ...................................................................... 5
2 Introduction .................................................................. 6
3 General settings .............................................................. 7
3.1 Adjusting strap length ............................................ 7
3.2 Changing units .................................................... 7
3.3 Changing general settings ........................................ 8
3.3.1 Button tone ............................................ 8
3.3.2 Tone guides ............................................ 8
3.3.3 Backlight ............................................... 9
3.3.4 Language ............................................... 9
3.3.5 Activating button lock ............................... 10
4 Using TIME mode ........................................................... 11
4.1 Changing time settings .......................................... 11
4.1.1 Setting time ........................................... 12
4.1.2 Setting date ........................................... 12
4.1.3 Setting dual time ..................................... 12
4.1.4 Setting sunrise and sunset times .................... 13
4.2 Using stopwatch ................................................. 13
4.3 Using countdown timer ......................................... 14
4.4 Setting alarm ..................................................... 15
5 Using ALTI & BARO mode ................................................... 17
5.1 How ALTI & BARO works ......................................... 17
5.1.1 Getting correct readings ............................. 17
5.1.2 Getting incorrect readings ........................... 18
5.2 Setting profiles and reference values ........................... 19
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5.2.1 Matching profile to activity .......................... 19
5.2.2 Setting profiles ....................................... 19
5.2.3 Setting reference values ............................. 20
5.3 Using weather trend indicator .................................. 20
5.4 Activating storm alarm .......................................... 22
5.5 Using altimeter profile ........................................... 22
5.5.1 Using altitude difference measurer .................. 23
5.5.2 Recording logs ........................................ 24
5.6 Using barometer profile ......................................... 26
5.6.1 Recording logs ........................................ 27
5.7 Using automatic profile ......................................... 28
5.8 Using depth meter profile ....................................... 29
5.8.1 Recording logs in depth meter profile ............... 30
6 Using COMPASS mode ..................................................... 31
6.1 Getting correct readings ........................................ 31
6.1.1 Calibrating compass .................................. 31
6.1.2 Setting declination value ............................. 34
6.2 Using compass ................................................... 35
6.2.1 Using bezel ........................................... 36
6.2.2 Using bearing tracking ............................... 36
7 Using memory .............................................................. 39
7.1 Alti-Baro memory ................................................ 39
7.2 Viewing and locking logs ........................................ 39
7.2.1 Viewing logs .......................................... 40
7.2.2 Locking and unlocking logs .......................... 41
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7.3 Choosing recording interval ..................................... 41
8 Replacing battery ........................................................... 43
9 Specifications ............................................................... 45
9.1 Technical data ................................................... 45
9.2 Trademark ........................................................ 46
9.3 Copyright ........................................................ 46
9.4 CE ................................................................. 46
9.5 Patent notice ..................................................... 47
9.6 Disposal of device ............................................... 47
Index .......................................................................... 49
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1 WELCOME
“For over 70 years Suunto has provided accurate, reliable information to people
in need of it. Our instruments enable our users to reach their goals more effectively
and get more out of their sports experience. Our products are often very critical to
the user. Therefore we at Suunto take pride in maintaining highest quality standards
for our products. “
Founded in 1936, Suunto is the world leader in precision compasses, dive
computers and wristop altimeters. Trusted by climbers, divers and explorers
on every continent, Suunto Outdoor instruments deliver legendary design,
accuracy and dependability. In 1987, Suunto pioneered the first dive computer,
followed by the first ABC wristop in 1998. Offering the latest advancements in
altimeter, sports fitness and GPS devices, Suunto remains the foremost choice
of today's outdoor professional. To learn more about Suunto Outdoor
instruments and the people who use them, visit www.suunto.com.
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2 INTRODUCTION
This User Guide explains the Suunto Core features, how they work, and how
you access them. In addition, we have included examples of how you can use
them in real life situations.
Each main chapter explains a mode and its views. It also gives you information
on how to set and use these views.
Suunto Core gives you readings on time, barometric pressure and altitude.
Additional information is given for every reading so that you can make the
most of your favourite outdoor activities.
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3 GENERAL SETTINGS
Before you start to use your Suunto Core, it's a good idea to set the
measurement units and general settings according to your preferences. General
settings are changed in MENU.
3.1 Adjusting strap length
If you need to adjust the strap length of the metal strap, please contact your
nearest watch store to get the needed adjustments correctly done for you.
3.2 Changing units
In UNITS you select the measurement units, including:
●TIME : 24h/12h
●DATE: dd.mm/mm.dd
●TEMPERATURE : °C/°F (Celsius/Fahrenheit)
●AIR PRESSURE: hPa/inHg
●ALTITUDE: meters/feet
To enter UNITS in MENU:
1. Enter MENU by keeping [Mode] pressed in the TIME , ALTI & BARO or
COMPASS mode.
2. Scroll down to UNITS using [- Light].
3. Enter with [Mode].
To change units:
1. In UNITS, scroll between the list items using [+] and [- Light].
2. Enter with [Mode].
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