Suunto X9 User manual

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SUUNTO X9 QUICK GUIDE
Navigation method Activity status
START/DATA
Mode indicator
STOP/BACK
Battery level
UP
DOWN
ENTER
Altitude alarm
Weather alarm Time alarm
GPS signal
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1. INTRODUCTION
This is the Quick Guide for Suunto X9 wristop computer. It contains brief introductions
to all the modes and guidelines on where and when to use their functions. It also
contains more detailed instructions on how to use the most important functions.
However, it does not include all the information on Suunto X9, and the information
it contains is not always given in full detail. In other words, the Quick Guide should
be used alongside the instruction manual. Therefore you should first read the
instruction manual carefully before using the Quick Guide. You can find the instruction
manual on the CD-ROM supplied with your Suunto X9.
Checklist
Make sure the package contains the following items:
• Suunto X9
• Docking Station
• Charger
• PC-interface cable
• CD containing the Suunto Trek Manager software and the user guide
• Suunto X9 Quick Guide
• Suunto X9 Pocket Guide
• Should any of these be missing from the package, contact the resale agent who
sold you the package.

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ALARM
TIME/DATE
UNITS
GENERAL
REFERENCE
USE
BARO MEM
ALARM
DECLINATION
CALIBRATE
NAVIGATE
ROUTE
NAVIDATA
TRACK BACK
XTE ALARM
REFERENCE
GPS fix
ACTIVITY
GPS fix
REFERENCE
MEMORY
TIME/DATE
DUAL TIME
SYNC
UTC
LIGHT
BRIGHT
CONTRAST
TONES
INFO
TIME
DATE
TEMP
PRESS
ALTITUDE
VERT
DISTANCE
SPEED
POSITION
DATUM
GRID
ALARM LIST
ALTITUDE
SEA LEVEL
PRESSURE - TEMPERATURE GRAPH
ALTITUDE
BARO AL
CREATE
My Poin s
ROUTE LIST
ALTITUDE
SEA LEVEL
NAVIDATA LIST
ALTITUDE
SEA LEVEL
MEMORY LIST
GPS
MARK Memp
MARK HOME
FIND HOME
POSITION
ROUTE INFO
CREATE WP
SELECT
WP LIST
ERASE
VIEW
EDIT
LINK WP
UPDATE
ERASE
SHORTCUTS
SUMMARY
SHORTCUTS
SHORTCUTS
DAY LIGHT
SHORTCUTS
SHORTCUTS
rou e wp
GPS refresh
GPS refresh
VIEW
ERASE
TRACK BACK
TIME
ALTI/BARO
COMPASS
NAVIGATION
ACTIVITY
ALL MODES
ENTER Shor press
ENTER Long press
START/DATA Shor press
UP/DOWN
STOP/BACK Shor press
BUTTONS
STOP/BACK Long press
2. BASIC MENU STRUCTURE

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Main display
Adjust the
settings and accept
with ENTE
3. GENERAL SETTINGS
Before starting to use your Suunto X9, you need to set the correct time and date.
You can also customize all the necessary units and settings.
These instructions show you how to set the time and date. The adjustments of the
other settings is fairly similar. You can find all the settings in the basic menu
structure.
Setting the time and date:

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4. TIME MODE
The Time mode includes normal watch functions such as time, date, alarm and
stopwatch. In the Time menu you can select the measuring units for the data
displayed in other modes, adjust the general settings such as display contrast and
button tones and define the GPS position format to match the maps you normally
use.
4.1. Using the Time mode-specific functions
General settings
• Set the time and date (TIME/DATE)
• Customize the desired units and settings, select the coordinate system (UNITS
and GENERAL)
Date
Time
Shortcuts
(Seconds,
Dual time,
Stopwatch)

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Planning your journey
• Set the UTC offset (UNITS)
• Set the Position format (UNITS)
• If the position format is Grid, set the grid that matches your map (UNITS)
Before starting the hike
• Adjust the time and dual time if you are in a new time zone (TIME/DATE)
During hiking
• Use the stopwatch to record your runs, hikes etc.
• Adjust the light settings to suit different conditions (LIGHT)

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5. ALTI/BARO MODE
The Alti/Baro mode is used for measuring altitude, barometric pressure and
temperature. Suunto X9 calculates the altitude from the current barometric pressure,
which is more sensitive and accurate than the altitude measurement with the GPS,
and is also available when the GPS is off.
Because both altitude and weather data are measured with the same barometric
sensor, you have to select whether you want to use this mode as an altimeter or
as a weather station. The Use selection defines the set of information shown on
the main display. The Alti/Baro menu also contains weather and altitude alarms, the
reference setting needed to relate the current weather state with your current
altitude, and the weather memory.
5.1. Alti use
Vertical speed
Altitude
Shortcuts
(Temperature,
Absolute barometric
pressure (abs), Time)

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5.2. Baro use
Sea le el barometric
pressure
6h-barometric
pressure graph
Shortcuts
(Absolute barometric
pressure (abs), Time,
Temperature)
Before starting the hike
• Set the reference altitude and/or sea level pressure (REFERENCE)
• Set the altitude or barometric alarms (ALARM)
During hiking
• View either altitude or barometric information (USE)
After the journey
• View the 7-day barometric memory (BARO MEM)

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Cardinal points
Heading
Shortcuts
(Time, Bearing (bea),
Bearing lock)
North
indicator
6. COMPASS MODE
The Compass mode aids the GPS functions and offers you navigational support
even when the GPS is off. The 3-axis compass sensor allows tilting up to 30
degrees while still displaying the correct bearing. In the Compass menu you can
set the declination and calibrate the compass to ensure accurate readings in any
location.
Before starting the hike
• Calibrate the compass (CALIBRATE)
• Set the compass declination (DECLINATION)
During hiking
• Use the compass to guide you in unfamiliar terrain
• Obtain directions when the GPS is off, or you are moving at such slow speed
that the GPS is not able to measure your direction.

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7. NAVIGATION MODE
You should use the Navigation mode when you have a pre-planned destination and
you want to ensure that you will find it. The mode includes all the typical GPS
functions related to routes and waypoints. You can create the routes and waypoints
in this mode or on your PC and use them to guide you to your destination. The
Navigation mode also shows you the distance, direction, estimated time of arrival
and other essential information for all the waypoints of the selected route, and
guides you back to your starting point.
The Navigation mode works together with the Activity mode, so even if you do not
activate a route, for instance when running, the Navigation mode always shows
you the distance and direction to the start.
Waypoint/Route
Distance to
waypoint/Length
of the route
Shortcuts
(Time to waypoint (ttw),
Bearing (bea), Time)

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Planning your journey
• Create a route (ROUTE)
• Create new waypoints by linking (LINK WP)
Before starting the hike
• Activate a route (ROUTE)
• Choose the navigation method (NAVIGATE)
• Select the satellite fix rate for the GPS (GPS FIX)
NOTE: The display is updated according to the selected GPS fix interval.
During hiking
• Navigate on the chosen route
• View navigational data (NAVIDATA)
Returning home
• Follow the active track log to the beginning of the journey (TRACK BACK)
After the journey
• View, edit and/or erase routes and waypoints (ROUTE)
• Download your data to Suunto Trek Manager for further analysis.

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8. ACTIVITY MODE
While the Navigation mode shows you where to go, the Activity mode displays your
current performance. It is the mode you need when you want to measure and record
your activity, be it running in your neighborhood or navigating in the wilderness.
The Activity mode shows you the speed, distance, time from start and other
interesting data regarding your current activity. It records your track with the speed
and altitude profile that you can view on your PC. It also records memory points if
you have marked them. It also gives you a log summary at any time on the road with
just a push of a button.
Speed
Distance tra eled
Shortcuts
(Time, Time from
start (tfs), Altitude)

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Before starting the hike
• Choose the activity type (ACTIVITY)
• Select the GPS fix settings for the GPS (GPS FIX)
• Set the reference altitude and/or sea level pressure (REFERENCE)
NOTE: The display is updated according to the selected GPS fix interval.
During hiking
• View your speed and distance information
• View the log summary (START/DATA button)
Returning home
• Use the track back (TRACK LOG) function to guide you to the nearest point of a
previously recorded track, and after that to the beginning of this track.
After the journey
• View and/or erase track log files (MEMORY)
• Download your data to Suunto Trek Manager for further analysis

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9. FUNCTION MENU
The Function menu is similar in all the modes. To access the Function menu, press
ENTER in the main display of any mode for more than 2 seconds.
Before starting the hike
• Mark your current position so that you can return there later on (MARK HOME)
During hiking
• View the coordinates of your current position (POSITION)
• Mark specific positions during the activity (MARK MEMP)
Returning home
• Return to the position that you marked with Mark Home (FIND HOME)
10. SUUNTO TREK MANAGER
In order to enjoy all the benefits of the Suunto X9, you should install Suunto Trek
Manager to your PC.
1. Insert the Suunto Trek Manager CD-ROM into the drive.
2. Wait for the installation to begin and follow the installation instructions.
NOTE: If the installation does not start automatically, click Start --> Run and type
D:\setup.exe.

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epeat for other
waypoints
Set the
waypoint
information
Joining the SuuntoSports.com community
1. Connect to the Internet and open your Web browser.
2. Go to www.suuntosports.com.
3. Click Register and register yourself and your Suunto sports instrument. You can
change and update your personal and equipment profiles in the My Suunto section
afterwards. After the registration you will automatically enter the
SuuntoSports.com home page that introduces the site structure and functional
principles.
11. PLANNING YOUR JOURNEY
When you plan your journey, you can create a route using Suunto X9 or Suunto
Trek Manager.
Creating a route with Suunto X9

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Mempoint names list
Edit the mempoint names with Suunto Trek Manager.
Coordinate formats
Pos. format Datum Grid
Deg Set No adjustment required
Dm Set No adjustment required
Grid No adjustment required Set
UTM No adjustment required No adjustment required
Set: This means that you have to set the correct datum/grid.
No adjustment required: This means that this selection does not have any
effect so you do not have to adjust it.

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Calibration
finished
12. BEFORE STARTING THE HIKE
Before you start your hike, you should make sure that the compass works properly.
You should also mark the home position so that you can find back if you get lost.
Also make sure that the GPS is on and the route is activated.
Calibrating the compass

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Select a suitable
navigation method
Activating a route
xy
xy
x
x
To a single waypoint of a route
To start - no route or WP selected
To one point from MyPoints list
xy
Choosing the navigation method
Navigation methods