Suunto X6 User manual

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USER’S GUIDE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.GENERALINFORMATION ........................................................................................5
1.1. Care and Maintenance..........................................................................5
1.2. Water Resistance .................................................................................5
1.3. Battery Replacement ............................................................................6
1.4. After sales service...............................................................................7
2.HOWTOUSEYOURSUUNTOX6/X6M...................................................................8
2.1. Display ..................................................................................................8
2.1.1. Mode Symbols..........................................................................8
2.1.2. Function Symbols.....................................................................9
2.2. Buttons ................................................................................................10
2.2.1. Short and Long Press ............................................................10
2.2.2. Start Button.............................................................................10
2.2.3. Stop/CL Button ....................................................................... 11
2.2.4. Suunto Button ........................................................................ 11
2.2.5. Arrow Buttons .......................................................................12
2.2.6. Button Lock ............................................................................12
2.3. Menus ................................................................................................13
2.3.1. Basic Menu Structure ............................................................13
2.3.2. Navigating in Menus ...............................................................14
3.MODES ................................................................................................15
3.1. General Information ............................................................................15
3.2. TimeMode ...........................................................................................15
3.2.1. MainDisplay ...........................................................................15
3.2.2. Alarm ......................................................................................16
3.2.3. Time ........................................................................................18

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3.2.4. Date ........................................................................................19
3.2.5. General...................................................................................19
3.2.6. Units .......................................................................................22
3.3. Compass Mode ...................................................................................25
3.3.1. MainDisplay ...........................................................................25
3.3.2. Use .........................................................................................26
3.3.3. Altitude/Sealevel ....................................................................27
3.3.4. Compass ................................................................................28
3.3.5. Slope ......................................................................................30
3.4. Weather Mode.....................................................................................31
3.4.1. MainDisplay ...........................................................................31
3.4.2. Use .........................................................................................32
3.4.3. Sealevel..................................................................................32
3.4.4. Alarm ......................................................................................32
3.4.5. Memory...................................................................................33
3.5. HikingMode .........................................................................................34
3.5.1. MainDisplay ...........................................................................34
3.5.2. Logbook..................................................................................35
3.5.3. Use .........................................................................................39
3.5.4. Altitude ...................................................................................39
3.5.5. Alarms ....................................................................................39
3.6. HikingChrono ......................................................................................41
3.6.1. MainDisplay ...........................................................................41
3.6.2 Memory...................................................................................42
3.6.3. Altitude ...................................................................................45
3.6.4. Use .........................................................................................45

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3.6.5. Reminder ................................................................................45
3.6.6. Effect of air temperature on altitude measurement ..............46
4.ADDITIONALFEATURES ................................................................................50
4.1. PC Interface ................................................................................50
4.1.1. Transferring Data...................................................................50
4.1.2. Suunto Activity Manager Features ........................................51
4.2. SuuntoSports.com ..............................................................................53
4.2.1. System Requirements ............................................................54
4.2.2. SuuntoSports.com Sections ..................................................54
4.2.3. Getting Started .......................................................................56
5.TECHNICALDATA ................................................................................57
6.COPYRIGHTANDTRADEMARKNOTICE...............................................................58
7.CE ................................................................................59
8.LIMITSOFLIABILITYANDISO9001COMPLIANCE ..............................................59
9.DISPOSALOFTHEDEVICE ................................................................................59

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1. GENERALINFORMATION
The Suunto X6/X6M Wristop Computer is a reliable high-precision electronic instru-
ment that is intended for recreational use. Outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy sports
such as mountain climbing, hiking and biking can rely on the Suunto X6/X6M’s accu-
racy.
NOTE: The Suunto X6/X6M should not be substituted for obtaining measurements
that require professional or industrial precision and should not be used to obtain
measurements when skydiving, hang gliding, paragliding, gyrocopter riding and
flying a small aircraft.
1.1. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Only perform the procedures described in this manual. Never attempt to disassemble
or service your Suunto X6/X6M. Protect your Suunto X6/X6M from shocks, extreme
heat and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. If not in use, store your Suunto X6/
X6M in a clean, dry environment at room temperature.
The Suunto X6/X6M 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 the Suunto X6/X6M 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 contacts clean with e.g. a tooth-
brush. Make sure the area around the sensors is kept free of dirt and sand. Never
insert any objects into the sensor openings.
1.2.WATER RESISTANCE
Suunto X6/X6M is water-resistant. Its water resistance is tested to 100m/330ft ac-
cording to ISO 2281 standard (www.iso.ch). This means that you can use your

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Suunto X6/X6M for swimming and other water sports
activities but it must not be used for scuba diving or
freediving.
To maintain water resistance and to ensure that the
warranty remains valid, it is strongly recommended
to have all service, except for battery change, done
by authorized Suunto service personnel.
NOTE: Never push the buttons while swimming or
in contact with water. Deliberate or unintentional
pressing of the buttons while the unit is submerged
could cause the unit to malfunction.
1.3. BATTERYREPLACEMENT
The Suunto X6/X6M operates on a 3-Volt lithium cell,
type: CR 2032. The life expectancy is approximately
12 months in Time/Weather modes.
A low-battery warning indicator is activated on the
display when approximately 5–15 percent of the
battery capacity is still available. When this occurs,
you should replace the battery. However, extremely
cold weather may activate the low battery warning
indicator, even though the battery is still fully opera-
tional. If the battery warning indicator is activated in
temperatures above 10°C (50°F), replace the bat-
tery.
NOTE: Heavy use of the backlight, altimeter and
compass will significantly reduce battery life.

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To replace the battery:
1. Insert a coin into the slot located on the battery
compartment cover on the backside of the Suunto
X6/X6M.
2. Turn the coin counterclockwise until it is aligned
with the open position marker, or even slightly
further for easy opening.
3. Remove the battery compartment cover. Ensure
that the O-ring and all surfaces are clean and
dry. Do not stretch the O-ring.
4. Remove the old battery carefully.
5. Place the new battery into the battery compart-
ment with the positive side facing up.
6. With the O-ring in the correct position, replace
the battery compartment cover and turn it with
the coin clockwise until it is aligned with the
close position marker.
NOTE: Battery replacement should be performed
with extreme care to ensure that the Suunto X6/
X6M continues to remain waterproof. Careless
battery replacement may void warranty.
NOTE: To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not
crush, puncture or dispose of in fire or water.
Only replace with manufacturer-specified
batteries. Recycle or dispose of used batteries
properly.
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Bending maycause
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1.4. AFTER SALES SERVICE
If a claim under warranty appears to be necessary, return the product, freight pre-
paid, to your Suunto dealer who is responsible for having your product repaired.
Include your name and address, proof of purchase and/or service registration card,
as required in your country. The claim will be honored and the product repaired or
replaced at no charge and returned in what your Suunto dealer determines a reason-
able amount of time, provided all necessary parts are in stock. All repairs made, not
covered under the terms of this warranty, will be made at the owner’s expense. This
warranty is non-transferable from the original owner.
If it is not possible to contact your Suunto dealer, contact your local Suunto distributor
for further information. You can locate your local Suunto distributor from
www.suunto.com.
2. HOW TO USE YOUR SUUNTO X6/X6M
2.1. DISPLAY
When your Suunto X6/X6M leaves the factory, it is in
sleep mode, with the display empty. Press any button
to activate the Suunto X6/X6M. The text “DEFRAG OF
MEMORY” is displayed and after a few seconds the
Time mode is activated. Later on, you can select
which mode is displayed. For information about set-
ting the correct time, refer to chapter 3.2.3.
In addition to mode-specific information, the Suunto
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2.1.1. Mode Symbols
The mode symbols on the left of the display indicate the active mode:
Time Hiking
Compass Hiking chrono
Weather
2.1.2. Function Symbols
The function symbols indicate that either a function has been activated (such as
Alarm) or something needs to be done (battery symbol). The function symbols are:
Alarm
Active, when at least one of the alarms is on.
Weather/Altitude alarm
Active, when weather alarm, altitude alarm or asc/dsc alarm is on.
Logbook
Active, when the logbook is recording data.
Chrono
Active, when the chrono is on and recording data to a file.
Use alti/baro
Indicates that the air pressure sensor is used as a barometer and the altitude reading
is fixed.
Active when you select the air pressure to be displayed as weather information. In
this case the altitude reading in Hiking, Chrono and Compass modes is fixed. For more
information refer to page 32.

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Battery
Active, when 5–15 percent of the battery capacity is left and the battery should be
replaced.
Button Lock
Active, when the button lock has been activated.
2.2. BUTTONS
2.2.1. Short and Long Press
The buttons may have different functions de-
pending 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 Button
Short press
•In Chrono mode, it starts timing and records
and displays the intermediate times.
•In Hiking mode, it records the mark points (al-
titude and time).
Long press
•Activates the backlight when the backlight is

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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/CL Button
Short press
• Returns to the previous menu level or to the previous selection without accepting
the selection.
• In the Chrono mode, it stops timing.
• In the main 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.
Long press
• Returns to the main display of the current mode without accepting the last selec-
tion. In the Chrono mode, it resets the stopwatch.
2.2.4. Suunto Button
Short press
• Scrolls to a lower menu level.
• Accepts the selections made with arrows and moves to the next phase.
• After the last selection, it returns to the Set menu.
• With two possible selections (e.g. light On/Off), it activates the selection and
accepts the selections made with arrows.
Long press
• Returns to the main display of the current mode and accepts the selection.

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• With two possible selections (e.g. light On/Off), it accepts the selection and returns
directly to the main display of the current mode.
2.2.5. Arrow Buttons
Short press
• Scrolls from one mode to another.
• Scrolls the menus up and down, and logbook and memory forward and back.
• Changes the values. The up arrow increases the value and the down arrow
decreases the value.
• With two possible selections (e.g. light On/Off), both arrows change the value.
2.2.6. Button Lock
The button lock prevents you from pushing the buttons. If the button lock is activated
and you try to press a button, the message “UNLOCK PRESS SUUNTO” is displayed.
Activating the button lock
To activate the button lock:
1. Press Suunto. The Suunto X6/X6M switches to the Function menu.
2. Press Start within 2 seconds. The buttons are locked and the Suunto X6/X6M
switches to the main display of the current mode.
Deactivating the button lock
To deactivate the button lock:
1. Press Suunto. The following text is displayed: “NOW PRESS START”.
2. Press Start within 2 seconds.

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2.3. MENUS
2.3.1. Basic Menu Structure

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The menus are organized hierarchically under the modes. When you select a mode,
its main display appears. When you press Suunto in the mode’s main display, the
mode’s Function menu is displayed. The Function menu includes several functions
and all the functions include sub-functions or settings. This is called the hierarchical
menu structure.
2.3.2. Navigating in Menus
You can scroll the menu items with the up and down arrow buttons on the right side
of the Suunto X6/X6M. Three menu items are displayed at the same time. The menu
item that is currently active and can thus be selected is displayed in reversed color.
On the right side of the display is an indicator bar showing the total number of menu
items. The number of the active menu item is displayed next to the indicator bar.
To move deeper into the hierarchy, select a menu item and press Suunto. To return
one step up in the hierarchy, press Stop/CL. Remember that if you just press Stop/CL
the changes are not saved—first you have accepted them with the Suunto button.
If you want to return directly to the main display of the active mode, press for more
than 2 seconds either Suunto (saves the changes) or Stop/CL (discards the last
change).
Suunto X6/X6M has been designed to guide you as much as possible when you
navigate in the menus. When you perform a function, the Suunto X6/X6M often
returns automatically to the menu that you are likely to use next. Also, for example, if
you try to do something that is impossible, the Suunto X6/X6M first displays a mes-
sage and then automatically recommends a function in reversed color to help you to
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3. MODES
3.1. GENERALINFORMATION
Suunto X6/X6M has five modes: Time, Compass, Weather, Hiking and Hiking Chrono.
The symbols for each mode are displayed on the left of the Suunto X6/X6M display.
When you select a mode, the active mode indicator appears on the display next to the
symbol of the selected mode. If the icons are set to on, they also display the active
mode.
To select a mode, press either the up or down arrow while in the main display of any
mode and scroll the modes. During scrolling, the icon of the selected mode and its
name appear on the display. When you stop scrolling, the icon stays for a little while
and then the main display of that mode opens automatically.
NOTE: In addition to the active mode indicator, the Use indicator can also be dis-
played next to the Compass or Weather mode symbols. If the Use is set to Alti, the
indicator is next to the Compass mode symbol and if the Use is set to Baro, the
indicator is next to the Weather mode symbol. For more information about the Alti or
Baro Use, see page 26.
3.2. TIME MODE
3.2.1. Main Display
When you select the Time mode, the main display opens. The main display has three
rows:
Date
The first row displays the date in the selected format. For more information about
changing the date format, see page 22.

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Time
The second row displays the time in the selected format. For more information about
changing between 12- and 24-hour display, see page 22.
Shortcuts
The third row displays alternatively the weekday, seconds or dual time. To change
the displayed information, press Stop/CL.
•Weekday: Displays the current weekday.
•Seconds: Displays seconds.
•Dual time: Displays the dual time.
3.2.2. Alarm
You can set altogether three independent alarms. In addition to the time, you can
define a date when the alarm sounds. If you do not define the date, the alarm will
sound daily, as long as it is set to on.
When the alarm is set, the alarm symbol appears on the Suunto X6/X6M display.
Activating alarms
To activate an alarm:
1. In the Function menu, Alarm is already as the first menu item. Select it by pressing
Suunto. The alarm menu displays the status of the alarms. When you open the
menu for the first time the alarm indicators are set to off as default.
2. Scroll to the alarm you want to set and press Suunto. The alarm information is
displayed and the On/Off indicator is activated. When you open the alarm informa-
tion for the first time, the time is 00:00 or 12:00 am.
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4. Press Suunto. The alarm indicator changes to on and the hour selection is acti-
vated.
5. Set the correct hour with the arrow buttons and press Suunto. The minute selec-
tion is activated.
6. Set the correct minutes with the arrow buttons and press Suunto.
7. If you want the alarm to sound every day, accept the dd.mm format by pressing
Suunto. (A long press takes you back to the main display. Two short presses first
activate the mm field and then take you to the Function menu.) The alarm is set to
sound every day and you return to the Function menu.
8. If you want to set the alarm for a specific date, set the day and month in the dd and
mm fields with the arrow buttons and accept the date by pressing Suunto. The
alarm is set to sound only once on the selected date and you return to the Function
menu. To set the alarm back to daily function, activate the mm field and set its value
back to mm with the arrow buttons and accept the setting with Suunto.
Deactivating alarms
To deactivate the alarm:
1. In the Function menu, scroll to Alarm and press Suunto.
2. Scroll to the alarm you want to set off and press Suunto. The alarm information is
displayed and the On/Off indicator is activated.
3. Press either the up or down button to change the alarm status to off and press
Suunto. The alarm symbol disappears from the display.
Acknowledging alarms
When you hear the alarm, you can acknowledge it by pressing any of the Suunto X6/
X6M buttons. The alarm stops automatically after 30 seconds.

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3.2.3. Time
The current time is visible on the second row of the Time mode´s main display.
Dual time allows you to keep track of another time, for example, another time zone
when you are traveling. The dual time is displayed on the third row of the Time mode
main display as a shortcut. To scroll to the dual time shortcut, press Stop/CL in the
main display.
Setting the time and the dual time
To set the time and the dual time:
1. In the Function menu, scroll to Time and press Suunto. The menu with the options
Time and Dual time is displayed.
2. Scroll to either Time or Dual time and press Suunto. The hour selection is acti-
vated.
3. Change the hour with the arrow buttons and press Suunto. The minute selection is
activated.
NOTE: If the time is displayed as a 12-hour clock, the symbol AM or PM is displayed
on the last row. For more information about the 12/24-hour clock, see page 22.
4. Change the minutes with the arrow buttons and press Suunto. The second selec-
tion is activated.
5. When you press the arrow down button, the seconds are zeroed. If you want to
set specific seconds, press the arrow up button and the seconds start to in-
crease. When the seconds setting is correct, press Suunto. You automatically return
to the Function menu.
NOTE: When you set the seconds for time, they are automatically updated in the
dual time as well.