Suunto M9_en.p65 User manual

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CUSTOMERSERVICECONTACTS
Suunto Oy Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Suunto USA Phone [phone]
Canada Phone [phone]
European Call Center Phone [phone]
PC-related questions [email protected]
Suunto Website www.suunto.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................... 6
1.1 CHECKLIST .................................................................................................... 6
1.2 CAREAND MAINTENANCE ........................................................................... 6
1.3 WATER RESISTANCE .................................................................................... 6
1.4 CHARGING THE BATTERY............................................................................7
2. HOW TO USE YOUR SUUNTO M9 .......................................................................... 8
2.1 DISPLAY ...................................................................................................... 8
2.1.1 Mode Indicator ................................................................................. 8
2.1.2 Battery Indicator .............................................................................. 8
2.1.3 Alarm Symbol ................................................................................... 8
2.1.4 GPS Activity and Accuracy Bar Display ......................................... 8
2.2 BUTTONS ...................................................................................................... 9
2.2.1 Short and Long Press ..................................................................... 9
2.2.2 Start/Data Button .............................................................................. 9
2.2.3 Stop/Cancel Button .......................................................................... 9
2.2.4 Enter Button ...................................................................................10
2.2.5 Arrow Buttons ...............................................................................10
2.2.6 Key Lock ........................................................................................ 11
2.3 MENUS .......................................................................................................12
2.3.1 Basic Menu Structure ....................................................................12
2.3.2 Navigating in Menus ......................................................................13
2.4 Understanding GPS ....................................................................................13
2.4.1Overview ........................................................................................13
2.4.2 Line-of-sight Needed .....................................................................14
2.4.3 Accuracy ....................................................................................... 14
2.4.4 GPS Usage .................................................................................... 14
2.4.5 Versatility ....................................................................................... 15
3. MODES ..............................................................................................................16
3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................ 16
3.2 TIME MODE ................................................................................................. 16
3.2.1 Main Display ...................................................................................16

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3.2.2 Stopwatch ..................................................................................... 17
3.2.3 Function Menu ............................................................................... 17
3.2.4 Alarm ..............................................................................................17
3.2.5 Time/Date ....................................................................................... 18
3.2.6 General ..........................................................................................20
3.2.7 Units ............................................................................................... 22
3.3 WEATHER MODE .........................................................................................26
3.3.1 Main Display ................................................................................... 26
3.3.2 Function Menu ............................................................................... 26
3.3.3 Barometric Memory ......................................................................26
3.3.4 Weather Alarm ...............................................................................27
3.4 COMPASS MODE .........................................................................................28
3.4.1 Main Display ................................................................................... 28
3.4.2 Function Menu ............................................................................... 28
3.4.3 Calibrate ......................................................................................... 29
3.4.4 Declination ..................................................................................... 31
3.5 SAILING MODE ............................................................................................32
3.5.1 Main Display ................................................................................... 32
3.5.2 Function Menu ............................................................................... 34
3.5.3 Tracking .........................................................................................34
3.5.4 Tracks ............................................................................................35
3.5.5 Race ............................................................................................... 36
3.6 NAVIGATION MODE ....................................................................................36
3.6.1 Main Display ................................................................................... 36
3.6.2 Function Menu ............................................................................... 37
3.6.3 Navigate .........................................................................................37
3.6.4 Routes............................................................................................38
3.6.5 Race ............................................................................................... 42
3.7 RACING MODE ............................................................................................ 43
3.7.1 Main Display ................................................................................... 43
3.7.2 Function menu ............................................................................... 46
3.8 FUNCTION MENU ......................................................................................... 52

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3.8.1 GPS ................................................................................................52
3.8.2 MOB ...............................................................................................53
3.8.3 Memory Point ................................................................................. 54
3.8.4 POSITION .......................................................................................55
3.8.5 WINDdir .......................................................................................... 56
4. ADDITIONAL FEATURES ........................................................................................ 57
4.1 PC INTERFACE .............................................................................................57
4.1.1 Transferring Data ..........................................................................57
4.2 SUUNTO SAIL MANAGER ................................................................ 58
4.2.1 Suunto Sail Manager Features ......................................................58
4.2.2 Changing the Suunto M9 Settings .................................................59
4.3 SUUNTOSPORTS.COM ............................................................................... 60
4.3.1 System Requirements ...................................................................60
4.3.2 SuuntoSports.com Sections .......................................................... 60
5. TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................63
6. GPS DATUM LISTING ............................................................................................. 64
7. GLOSSARY .........................................................................................................72
8. COPYRIGHTANDTRADEMARK NOTICE ...............................................................75
9. CE COMPLIANCE ................................................................................................... 76
10. LIMITS OF LIABILITYAND ISO 9001 COMPLIANCE ............................................76
11. DISCLAIMER .......................................................................................................77

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1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations, your newly purchased Suunto M9 is designed to provide years of
enjoyment in your sailing activities.
Suunto M9 is a reliable high precision electronic instrument intended for recreational use.
NOTE: Suunto M9 should not be substituted for acquiring measurements that require
professional or industrial precision.
1.1 CHECKLIST
After purchasing this instrument, make sure the package contains the following items:
• Suunto M9
• Docking Station
• Charger
• PC-interface cable
• CD containing the Suunto Sail Manager software and Suunto M9 instruction manual
• Suunto M9 Quick 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 M9. Protect your Suunto M9 from shocks, extreme heat and
prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. If not in use, your Suunto M9 should be stored
in a clean, dry environment at room temperature.
Suunto M9 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 Suunto
M9 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 PC interface pins clean with e.g. a toothbrush. Make sure the area around the
sensor is kept free of dirt and sand. Never insert any objects into the sensor opening.
1.3 WATER RESISTANCE
Suunto M9 is water resistance-tested up to 10 bar (equivalent of 100 m/330ft depth)
according to ISO 2281 standard (www.iso.ch). However, it is not a diving instrument

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and therefore it should not be used to obtain data under water. Do not push the buttons
under water.
NOTE: Large amounts of water or dirt under the cover of Suunto M9 may disturb the
satellite signal reception.
1.4 CHARGING THE BATTERY
Suunto M9 is equipped with an internal rechargeable battery. You can recharge the
battery approximately 500 times. The life expectancy of a single charge depends on
the use of the GPS, Compass and data storage functions. When the battery level
indicator on the display reaches the red zone, the battery voltage is low. When this
occurs, you should recharge the battery. However, extremely cold weather af-
fects the battery voltage even when the battery is still fully opera-
tional.
If the battery warning indicator is activated in tem-
peratures above 10°C (50°F), recharge the bat-
tery.
Do not attempt to change the battery, as this will
void warranty. Take the Suunto M9 to an author-
ized Suunto dealer for a battery change.
You can charge the battery with either 110V or
220 V mains charger (depending on the area of
purchase), with a car cigarette lighter charger
(optional) or with a 9 V battery.
To charge the battery:
1. Place Suunto M9 on the docking station with the
display facing up.
2. Plug the charger in the docking station. Plug the
charger in an electric outlet.
3. When the battery indicator shows a full battery, dis-
connect the charger from the electric outlet. Suunto
M9 is now ready for use.
NOTE: Heavy use of the GPS, backlight and compass
will significantly reduce the battery life.

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2. HOW TO USE YOUR SUUNTO M9
2.1 DISPLAY
2.1.1 Mode Indicator
On the left side of the display there is a mode indicator that shows the currently active
mode. The mode indicator displays the modes from the top down in the following order:
TIME, WEATHER, COMPASS, SAILING and NAVIGATION. The active mode is indicated
by the moving segment next to the indicator bar. When the RACING mode is active, both
the SAILING and the NAVIGATION segments are displayed.
2.1.2 Battery Indicator
On the right side of the display there is a battery indicator that
shows the battery voltage. When the indicator is in the red
zone, the battery needs recharging. When the battery is be-
ing recharged, the battery indicator moves up continuously
until the battery is full, and the indicator is shown in full length.
2.1.3. Alarm Symbol
If a regular alarm or a Baro Alarm is activated, a rectangular
symbol is displayed at the right side of the lower horizontal
dot line.
2.1.4. GPS Activity and Accuracy Bar Display
When the GPS is set on, a dot bar display appears on the
upper horizontal dot line of the display.
When the GPS is on but does not have
a fix, an empty rectangular dot is dis-
played. When the GPS has a fix, 1 to 5
filled rectangular dots are displayed.
The amount depends on the fix quality.
More dots represent better satellite
coverage and signal reception.

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2.2 BUTTONS
2.2.1 Short and Long Press
The buttons may have different functions depending on how long you press them.
The ordinary press or short press means that the button is pressed quickly.
The long press means that the button is pressed for more than 2 seconds.
2.2.2 Start/Data Button
Short Press
• In the Time mode, it starts the timing and records the split times.
• Activates the information displays in the Sailing, Navigation and Racing modes and
in the MOB function. Returns to the main display from the Sailing, Navigation, Racing
and MOB information displays.
Long Press
• Activates the backlight when the backlight is not set to the off position. The backlight
stays on as long as a selection is active and 5 seconds after the last selection. For
more information about backlight settings, see page 20.
2.2.3 Stop/Cancel Button
Short Press
• Returns to the previous menu level or to the previous selection without accepting
the selection.
• In the main mode displays, it acts as a shortcut button that toggles the lowest field
of the main display between three different alternatives. The selection stays active
even if the mode or menu level is changed. Changing the shortcut in the Time mode
is possible only after the Stopwatch has been reset.
• In the Time mode, it stops the timing and scrolls the split times on the display.
Long Press
• Returns to the main display of the current mode without accepting the last selection.
• In the Time/Stopwatch mode, it resets the stopwatch.

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2.2.4 Enter Button
Short Press
• Moves to a lower menu level.
• Activates the Function menu in all the main modes.
• Records all the Function menu parameters in the temporary memory. The param-
eters are erased when the unit returns to the main mode, except for the one that has
been confirmed by the user. For more information on the Function menu, see section
3.8, Function Menu.
• If the GPS is not active, it accesses the Function menu in order to turn the GPS on.
Accepting any selection that requires GPS usage, also turns the GPS on.
• With two possible selections (e.g. light on/off), it activates the selection and ac-
cepts the selections made with the arrow keys.
• Accepts the selections made on the information displays and returns to the main
display.
Long Press
• Moves to the Set menu from the main displays. (The individual Set menu names are
identical to the mode names.)
• Accepts the selections made with the arrow keys and returns to the main display.
2.2.5 Arrow Buttons
Short Press
• Scroll the menus up and down.
Move between the main modes
• From the Racing mode, the up arrow navigates to the Sailing mode and the down
arrow navigates to the Navigation mode.
NOTE: You can only access the racing mode after you have activated it. (For more
information on this, see sections 3.5.5 and 3.6.5 race.)
• Change the values. The up arrow increases the value and the down arrow de-
creases the value. With two possible selections (e.g. light on/off), both arrows
change the value.