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1 SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Types of safety precautions: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety precautions: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2 Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1.2 Setting date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1.3 Setting dual time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1.4 Setting sunrise and sunset times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2 Using stopwatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.3 Using countdown timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.
8.1 Getting correct readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 8.1.1 Calibrating compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 8.1.2 Setting declination value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 8.2 Using compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 8.2.1 Using bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 SAFETY en Types of safety precautions: WARNING: - is used in connection with a procedure or situation that may result in serious injury or death. CAUTION: - is used in connection with a procedure or situation that will result in damage to the product. NOTE: - is used to emphasize important information. Safety precautions: WARNING: DO NOT USE FOR SCUBA DIVING.
CAUTION: DO NOT APPLY INSECT REPELLENT. CAUTION: TREAT AS ELECTRONIC WASTE. CAUTION: DO NOT KNOCK OR DROP.
2 WELCOME en “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.
3 INTRODUCTION Suunto Core has been designed for people like you, people who enjoy life outdoors and activities like climbing, hiking, snorkeling and countless others ranging from the recreational to the extreme. Your Suunto Core will help you get maximum enjoyment from your favorite outdoor activities, whatever they might be. Suunto Core brings together an altimeter, barometer and an electronic compass in one package. It also has clock, stopwatch and calendar functions.
4 GETTING STARTED en Basic settings Press any button and your Suunto Core will activate. You are then prompted to set the language, units (imperial or metric), time and date. Use the upper right [+] button and lower right [- Light] button to change the settings. Accept and move to the next menu item by pressing the right middle [Mode] button. You can always return to the preceding menu item by pressing the lower left [View] button.
Views Each mode has a set of views that you access with the lower left [View] button. Views are presented in the lower part of the display. Views contain supplementary information about the enabled mode, for example, viewing seconds as supplementary information in the TIME mode. Some views are also interactive.
en 20 Menu In MENU you can change values, change the general settings and units, or view logs stored in the logbook. To enter MENU, keep the middle right [Mode] button pressed while in the TIME, ALTI & BARO or COMPASS mode. The segments in the outer part of the display indicate your transition time. Exit MENU by pressing the upper left [Start Stop] button. Whenever an exit option is available in MENU, this is indicated with an "X" on the screen next to the [Start Stop] button.
Button lock You can activate and deactivate the button lock by keeping the lower right [-Light] button pressed. NOTE: You can change views and use the backlight when the button lock is activated. Changing values To change a setting, you have to be in MENU. To enter MENU, keep the right middle [Mode] button pressed down in the TIME, ALTI&BARO or COMPASS mode. Any changes you make in MENU take effect immediately. For example, if you enter TIME-DATE in MENU and change the time from 12:30 to 11:30 and exit.
5 GENERAL SETTINGS en 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. 5.1 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. 5.2 Changing units In UNITS you select the measurement units, including: ● TIME : 24h/12h ● DATE: dd.mm/mm.
3. Change the values using [+] and [- Light], accept with [Mode]. 4. Exit MENU with [Start Stop]. 5.3 Changing general settings In GENERAL you set the general settings, including: ● BUTTON TONE: on/off ● TONE GUIDE: on/off ● BACKLIGHT: light button/any button ● LANGUAGE: English, French, Spanish, German To enter GENERAL in MENU: 1. Enter MENU by keeping [Mode] pressed in the TIME , ALTI & BARO or COMPASS mode. 2. Scroll down to GENERAL using [- Light]. 3. Enter with [Mode]. 5.3.
You start or stop the log recorder You mark an altitude point while you are recording logs You start or stop the stopwatch The device switches between the ALTIMETER and BAROMETER profile when you are using the AUTOMATIC profile. To turn tone guides on or off: 1. In GENERAL, select TONE GUIDES. 2. Switch the tone guides on or off with [+] and [- Light]. ● ● ● ● en 5.3.3 Backlight In BACKLIGHT you switch between two different light features: any button and light button.
To choose a language: 1. In GENERAL, select LANGUAGE. 2. Select a language from the list with [+] and [- Light]. 5.3.5 Activating button lock You can activate and deactivate the button lock by keeping [-Light] pressed down. When the button lock is activated, it is indicated with a lock symbol . NOTE: You can change views and use the backlight when the button lock is activated.
6 USING TIME MODE en The TIME mode handles time measurement.
To enter time settings in MENU: 1. Enter MENU by keeping [Mode] pressed down. 2. Scroll down to TIME-DATE using [- Light]. 3. Enter with [Mode]. 6.1.1 Setting time In TIME you set the time. To set the time: 1. In TIME-DATE, select TIME. 2. Change the hour, minute and second values with [+] and [- Light]. 6.1.2 Setting date In DATE you set the month, day and year. To set the date: 1. In TIME-DATE, select DATE. 2. Change the year, month and day values with [+] and [- Light].
NOTE: We recommend that you set the current time at your current location as the main time because the alarm clock emits alarms according to the main time. Possible real life situation: Knowing the time at home You are traveling abroad and you set the dual time to be the time at home. The main time is the time at your current location. Now you always know the local time and you can quickly check what time it is at home. 6.1.
6.2 Using stopwatch The stopwatch measures time. Its resolution is 0.1 seconds. To use the stopwatch: 1. In the TIME mode, select the stopwatch view. 2. Start, stop and restart the stopwatch with [Start Stop]. 3. Keep [+] pressed to reset the stopwatch. Possible real life situation: Timing the 100m dash Your friend is training for a running competition, and needs to know how long it takes him to run the 100 m dash. You start the stopwatch the instant he breaks from the blocks.
Possible real life situation: Boiling eggs You’re on a hiking expedition. It’s morning. You wake up, come out of your tent, and start to make breakfast at your campfire. This time, you want 8-minute eggs. You set the countdown timer to 8 minutes with your eggs in the pot and wait for the water to come to a boil. When the water boils, you engage the countdown timer. At the eight-minute point, your Suunto Core gives the alarm. Presto! Perfect 8-minute eggs. 6.
24h 5min TIP: When the snooze is turned on, you can deactivate it in the TIME mode by keeping [View] pressed down. Possible real life situation: Waking up in the morning You want to wake up early tomorrow morning. You set your Suunto Core alarm for 6:30 before you go to bed. The alarm wakes you up at 6:30 the next morning but you want to sleep for another 5 minutes. You choose YES when the device asks you if you want to snooze. After 5 minutes the alarm goes off again.
7 USING ALTI & BARO MODE en In the ALTI & BARO mode you can view the current altitude, barometric pressure or snorkeling depth. It offers four profiles: AUTOMATIC, ALTIMETER, BAROMETER and DEPTH METER (see Section 7.2.2 Setting profiles on page 26). You can access different views depending on which profile is activated when you are in the ALTI & BARO mode. 7.
7.1.1 Getting correct readings If you are engaged in an outdoor activity that requires you to know the air pressure, you need to enter the altitude reference value for your location. This is found on most topographic maps. Your Suunto Core will now give you the correct readings. To get the correct altitude readings, you need to enter the sea level air pressure reference value.
ALTIMETER profile + altitude moving + weather change If your ALTIMETER profile is on and the weather changes frequently while you climb in altitude or go down in altitude, the device will give you incorrect readings. BAROMETER profile + altitude moving If the BAROMETER profile is on for an extended period of time as you climb in altitude or go down in altitude, the device assumes that you are standing still and interprets your changes in altitude as changes in sea level air pressure.
to the activity. You can either let Suunto Core decide which profile is most suitable for you at the moment, or you can choose a suitable profile yourself. 7.2.2 Setting profiles To set the profile: 1. In MENU, select ALTI-BARO. 2. Select PROFILE. 3. Choose a suitable profile. Alternatively you can set the profile in the ALTI & BARO mode by keeping [View] pressed down. 7.2.3 Setting reference values To set the reference value: 1. In MENU, select ALTI-BARO. 2.
the two numbers. You set the altitude reference value on your Suunto Core to match that of the sign. 7.3 Using weather trend indicator The weather trend indicator is located on the upper side of the display. It is displayed in the TIME and ALTI & BARO modes, providing you with quick reference to check upcoming weather conditions. The weather trend indicator is comprised of two lines forming an arrow. Each line represents a 3-hour period. The right line represents the last 3 hours.
TIP: If the weather trend indicator shows that the air pressure is constantly rising, there is a higher possibility of sunny weather upcoming. Again, if the air pressure is constantly dropping, there is a higher possibility of rainy weather. 7.4 Activating storm alarm The storm alarm notifies you that a pressure drop of 4 hPa / 0.12 inHg or more has occurred during a 3-hour period. Suunto Core will activate an alarm and flash an alarm symbol on the display for 20 seconds.
altitude reference value. When the ALTIMETER profile is activated, the word ALTI is underlined on the display. When the ALTIMETER profile is activated, you can access the following views with [View]: ● Log recorder: records the altitude changes into logs ● Altitude difference measurer: measures the altitude difference from a set point ● Temperature: measures the current temperature ● Empty: no supplementary information 7.5.
2. Start, stop and restart it with [Start Stop]. 3. Keep [+] pressed to reset. Possible real life situation: Measuring your climbing You are about to start climbing a mountain that is 3, 280 feet (1000 m) high. You want to be able to check your progress as you climb, so you activate the altitude difference measurer on your Suunto Core. You start climbing, checking your altitude occasionally to see how far you are from the next check point. At some point you start to get tired.
Log height difference: shows the measured altitude difference between a log starting point and a log finishing point with the following icons: In the additional views: is displayed when your altitude is above the starting point. is displayed when your altitude is the same as at the starting point. is displayed when your altitude is below the starting point. is displayed when you view how much you have ascended from the log start. is displayed when you view how much you have descended from the log start.
TIP: When you have stopped the log recorder, you can enter the logbook and view your current recordings before you reset the recorder. Possible real life situation: Recording altitude You’re going on another mountain hike. This time you want to record how much you ascend and descend so as to compare the figures with previous hikes. You set your Suunto Core to the ALTIMETER profile and start the log recorder when you begin the hike. After the hike you stop your log recorder and reset it .
en NOTE: If you are wearing your Suunto Core on your wrist, you will need to take it off in order to get an accurate temperature reading because your body temperature will affect the initial reading. A 7-day log of changes in sea level air pressure can be viewed in ALTI-BARO memory in MENU (see 9.1 Alti-baro memory on page 44.) Possible real life situation: Using the BAROMETER profile You’re still hiking and you’re getting tired. You decide to take a nap and you set up your tent.
changes. The altitude log will therefore be flat during this period. For information on using the log recorder, see Section 7.5.2 Recording logs on page 30. You can start, stop and reset the altitude measurement while in the BAROMETER profile. Possible real life situation: Recording logs in the BAROMETER profile You are recording your altitude changes during a hike and decide to take a longer break. You switch to the BAROMETER profile.
7.8 Using depth meter profile en You use the DEPTH METER profile when snorkeling. It shows your current depth and the maximum depth you reached during a snorkeling dive. The maximum depth of the device is 32.8 ft (10m). When the DEPTH METER profile is activated, a wave icon appears on the upper left part of the display.
2. Start, stop and restart it with [Start Stop]. Begin a snorkeling dive. 3. When you return to the surface, reset by holding [+] pressed. CAUTION: Do not push buttons while the device is under water. NOTE: You need to reset your log recorder in the ALTIMETER profile before using the log recorder in the DEPTH METER profile. Otherwise, your maximum depth will stay the same as your current altitude above the surface.
8 USING COMPASS MODE en The COMPASS mode allows you to orient yourself in relation to magnetic North. In COMPASS mode you can access the following views with [View]: ● Time: shows the current time ● Cardinals: shows the current heading in cardinal directions ● Bearing tracking:shows the direction between the heading and set bearing. The compass will switch itself to power saving mode after a minute. Reactivate it with [Start Stop]. 8.
To calibrate the compass: 1. Keep the device level, do not tilt it in any directions. 2. Slowly rotate the device clockwise (around 15 seconds per round) until the compass is activated. NOTE: If you notice deviations in the compass, you can recalibrate it by keeping it level and rotating it slowly clockwise 5-10 times while in compass mode. TIP: Re-calibrate the compass before each use for best possible accuracy.
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8.1.2 Setting declination value Paper maps point to true North. Compasses, however, point to magnetic North – a region above the Earth where the Earth’s magnetic fields pull. Because magnetic North and true North are not at the same location, you must set the declination on your compass. The angle in between magnetic and true north is your declination. The declination value appears on most maps.
8.2 Using compass en When you are in the COMPASS mode, you see two moving segments on the rim of the display. These point towards North. The hairline at 12 o’clock shows your heading and functions as a compass direction arrow. The numerical value of your heading is shown in the center of the display.
8.2.1 Using bezel You can use your Suunto Core as a traditional compass by moving the outer bezel according to the moving segments showing North and then following the heading. To use the bezel: 1. In the COMPASS mode, point the North indicator towards your heading. 2. Rotate the moving bezel so that North on the bezel and the moving North segments are aligned. 3. Move towards your heading, keeping the moving North segments aligned with North on the bezel. 8.2.
is shown in the middle of the display, and it will change according to your movements. 2. The arrows in the top row of the display point you in the direction you need to take in order to keep to your desired bearing. The symbol confirms that you are aiming towards the right direction. NOTE: Pressing [- Light] also activates the backlight. Possible real life situation: Keeping to a heading visually You’re hiking and you’ve just climbed a steep hill.
9 USING MEMORY 9.1 Alti-baro memory ALTI-BARO automatically records changes in altitude or sea level air pressure for the last 7 days. Information will be stored depending on which profile is active at the moment of the recording. Records are stored every 30 minutes. To view the records of the last 7 days: 1. In MEMORY, select ALTI-BARO. 2. Use [+] and [- Light] to browse through the records. Possible real life situation: Predicting the weather You are camping in the mountains.
When you view logs, you are first shown a list of available logs complete with times and dates. You can scroll and then enter each log to view its summary information and details. 9.2.
NOTE: Only altimeter logs include summaries. 9.2.2 Locking and unlocking logs To lock or unlock the logs: 1. In MEMORY, select LOGBOOK. 2. Choose a log from the list. 3. Select LOCK / UNLOCK. 4. Lock/unlock the log with [Mode] OR Cancel with [View]). 9.3 Choosing recording interval You can choose the recording interval in REC INTERVAL in MENU.
TIP: Short lasting activities with fast changes in altitude is better to record with faster recording interval (e.g. downhill skiing). Again, long time activities with slower changes in altitude is better to record with slower recording interval (e.g.
10 REPLACING BATTERY NOTE: To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not crush, puncture or dispose of used batteries in fire or water. Recycle or dispose of used batteries properly. NOTE: If the threads of the battery compartment cover are damaged, send your device to an authorized Suunto representative for service. NOTE: Suunto original battery replacement and strap kits must be used if available for your product. Kits are available at Suunto webshop and some authorized Suunto dealers.
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11 SPECIFICATIONS 11.1 Technical data General ● ● ● ● ● ● Operating temperature -20°C ... +60 °C / -4°F ... +140°F Storage temperature -30 °C ... +60 °C / -22°F ... +140°F Water-resistant 30 m / 100 ft (according to ISO 2281) Mineral glass User-replaceable battery CR2032 Battery life-time: ~ 1 year in normal use Altimeter ● Display range -500 m ... 9000 m / -1640 ft ... 32760 ft ● Resolution 1 m / 3 ft Barometer ● Display range 300 ... 1100 hPa / 8.8 ... 32.6 inHg ● Resolution 1 hPa / 0.
Thermometer en ● Display range -20°C ... 60°C / -4°F ... 140°F ● Resolution 1°C / 1°F Compass ● Resolution 1° 11.2 Trademark Suunto, Wristop Computer, Suunto Core, their logos, and other Suunto brand trademarks and made names are registered or unregistered trademarks of Suunto Oy. All rights are reserved. 11.3 Copyright Copyright © Suunto Oy 2007. All rights reserved.
11.4 CE The CE mark is used to mark conformity with the European Union EMC directive 89/336/EEC. 11.5 Patent notice This product is protected US Patent application serial number 11/152,076 and corresponding patents or patent applications in other countries. Additional patent applications are pending.
12 WARRANTY en 12.1 Suunto Limited Warranty Suunto warrants that during the Warranty Period Suunto or a Suunto Authorized Service Center (hereinafter Service Center) will, at its sole discretion, remedy defects in materials or workmanship free of charge either by a) repairing, or b) replacing, or c) refunding, subject to the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty. This Limited Warranty is only valid and enforceable in the country of purchase, unless local law stipulates otherwise.
3. serial number has been removed, altered or made illegible in any way, as determined at the sole discretion of Suunto; 4. has been exposed to chemicals including but not limited to mosquito repellents. Suunto does not warrant that the operation of the Product will be uninterrupted or error free, or that the Product will work with any hardware or software provided by a third party.
Index A alarm, 21 ALTI & BARO mode, 23 altimeter profile , 28 altitude difference measurer, 29 automatic profile, 34 B backlight, 15 barometer profile , 32 battery changing, 48 bearing tracking, 42 bezel, 42 button lock, 16 button tone, 14 C calibrating compass, 37 CE, 52 changing backlight, 15 battery, 48 button lock, 16 button tone, 14 language, 15 time settings, 17 tone guides, 14 units, 13 compass calibrating, 37 using, 41 countdown timer, 20 D date, 18 declination value, 40 depth meter profile , 35
units, 13 getting correct readings, 37 I incorrect readings, 24 L language, 15 lap, 45 locking and unlocking logs, 46 locking logs, 44 logs locking, 44, 46 recording, 30, 33, 35 unlocking, 46 viewing, 44, 45 M memory, 44 locking and unlocking logs, 46 locking logs, 44 recording interval, 46 viewing logs, 44, 45 modes ALTI & BARO, 23 COMPASS, 37 TIME, 17 56 P profiles altimeter, 28 automatic, 34 barometer, 32 depth meter, 35 R readings correct, 24 incorrect, 24 recording interval, 46 recording logs, 30,
adjusting length, 13 sunrise and sunset, 19 T technical data, 50 time, 18 TIME mode, 17 tone guides, 14 trademark, 51 U using ALTI & BARO mode, 23 altitude difference measurer, 29 correct readings, 24 incorrect readings, 24 profiles, 25, 26, 28, 32, 34, 35 reference values, 26 storm alarm, 28 weather trend indicator, 27 using COMPASS mode bearing tracking, 42 bezel, 42 calibrating, 37 compass, 41 correct readings, 37 setting declination value, 40 views, 37 using profiles altimeter, 28 automatic, 34 barom
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