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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................... 6

1.1 CHECKLIST .................................................................................................... 6

1.2 CARE AND 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

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

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. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................63

6. GPS DATUM LISTING .............................................................................................64

7. GLOSSARY ......................................................................................................... 72

8. COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARK NOTICE ...............................................................75

9. CE COMPLIANCE ...................................................................................................76

10. LIMITS OF LIABILITY AND ISO 9001 COMPLIANCE ............................................ 76

11. DISCLAIMER ....................................................................................................... 77

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

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 affects the battery voltage even when the battery is still fully operational.

If the battery warning indicator is activated in temperatures above 10°C (50°F), recharge the battery.

Do not attempt to change the battery, as this will void warranty. Take the Suunto M9 to an authorized 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, disconnect 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.

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 being 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 displayed. 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.

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 The

long press

press

short press

means that the button is pressed quickly.

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.

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 parameters 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 accepts 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 arrow navigates to the Navigation mode.

arrow navigates to the Sailing mode and the

down

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 creases the value. With two possible selections (e.g. light on/off), both arrows change the value.

arrow increases the value and the

down

arrow de-

2.2.6 Key Lock

The key lock prevents you from pushing the buttons accidentally.

Activating the key lock

To activate the key lock:

1. Short press

Enter

. Suunto M9 switches to the Function

menu.

2. Press

Start/Data

within 3 seconds. The buttons are now locked and the message “KEYS LOCKED” is displayed. Suunto M9 switches to the main display of the current mode and the key lock function indicator is displayed.

Deactivating the key lock

To deactivate the key lock:

1. Press

2. Press

Enter

Start/Data

within 3 seconds. The text “KEYS UNLOCKED”

is displayed.

2.3 MENUS

2.3.1 Basic Menu Structure

The menus are organized hierarchically under the modes. When you select a mode, first the name of the mode, then its main display appears. When you press the up or down arrow quickly, only the names of the modes are shown. When you long press

Enter

in the mode’s main display, the mode’s

Set menu

is displayed. The Set menu includes several functions, all of which include sub-functions or settings. This is called the hierarchical menu structure.

By pressing Enter the Suunto M9 records data in the temporary memory, from all the sensors. The data is utilized in the Function menu features.

STOP/CANCEL

ENTER (stores sensor data to temporary memory)

Press ENTER for over 2 sec

Time menu

ALARM TIME/DATE

STOP/ CANCEL

UNITS

GENERAL

STOP/ CANCEL

ENTER for over 2 sec: accept and return to the main display

Scroll the menu with UP/DOWN

ENTER

TIME 24h

DATE dd.mm TEMP °C

ENTER

TIME 24h DATE dd.mm TEMP °C

ENTER: accept and return STOP/CANCEL: discard and return

Function menu

GPS On/Off See page 52

Change the value with UP/DOWN

2.3.2 Navigating in Menus

The menu items can be scrolled with the of Suunto M9. 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. The indicator bar on the left side of the display shows the active mode. To move deeper into the hierarchy, select a menu item and press press

Stop/Cancel

in the menu are not saved. First you have to accept the changes with the If you want to return directly to the main display of the active mode, press either

(saves the changes) or seconds.

Suunto M9 has been designed to guide you as much as possible when you navigate in the menus. When you perform a function, Suunto M9 often returns automatically to the menu item you are likely to use next.

Short pressing menu is almost identical in all the main modes. In the Function menu you can:

• Turn the GPS on or off manually (GPS On/Off)

• Record and store the coordinates of a Man Over Board situation (MOB)

• View the current position (Position)

• Store a memory point (MEMPoint)

• Store the wind direction (WIND DIR) For more information on the Function menu, see section 3.8 Function Menu. The Function menu of the Racing mode differs to a certain extent from other modes.

For more information refer to the Racing mode section 3.7.2 Function menu.

2.4. UNDERSTANDING GPS

2.4.1. Overview

Suunto M9 uses Global Positioning System (GPS) in determining the user’s position. GPS incorporates a set of satellites orbiting the Earth at an altitude of 20 000 km, at the speed of 4 km/s. The satellites send relatively weak radio signals at power levels comparable to normal household light bulbs. So, the GPS reception gets disturbed much more easily than, for example, cellular phone signal reception because the GPS signals that reach the Earth are thousands of times weaker than cell phone signals.

. Remember that if you just press

Stop/Cancel

Enter

in any of the modes brings up the Function menu. The Function

and

down

arrows located on the right side

Enter

. To return one step up in the hierarchy,

Stop/Cancel

, the changes made

Enter

button.

Enter

(discards the last change) for more than 2

However, due to the extreme sensitivity of the built-in GPS radio receiver, even the faintest signals can be picked up.

2.4.2. Line-of-sight Needed

To ensure a good position measurement, there must be a line-of-sight connection between the satellites and the receiver. This means that the objects or materials between the satellites and the GPS receiver must not excessively attenuate the signal. In practice, water-containing objects, such as people, trees or other dense vegetation, can cause problems. The signals will not penetrate rocks or buildings or any metallic materials. However, the receiver typically works well under relatively thin plastic, fabric or wooden covers, e.g. inside boats.

2.4.3. Accuracy

To calculate a position, a GPS receiver usually requires simultaneous reception from at least four satellites. The position accuracy typically increases with the number of satellites being tracked but the most important factor is actually the relative geometric position of the satellites. The best position estimate is obtained when satellites from different directions and angles can be tracked. In other words, the less obstructed the receiver’s view of the sky, the better the accuracy.

The accuracy also improves with the number of measurements made on the same spot, as some errors will be averaged out. Under all-in-view satellite conditions a global average horizontal positioning error is 7.8 meters (95% confidence level). However, depending on the satellite constellation and the distortion the GPS signal experiences when traveling through the ionosphere, the instantaneous accuracy can vary from a couple of meters to over ten meters. The vertical position estimate is roughly two times more inaccurate than the horizontal.

2.4.4. GPS Usage

When you turn on the GPS, the receiver starts searching for radio signals from the satellites and as soon as one is found, data starts flowing from the satellite to the receiver. The data includes a list of the satellite positions and the GPS time. The GPS time is highly accurate because each satellite has an atomic clock on board.

The data flows quite slowly and usually a little less than a minute is needed for the calculation of the first position estimate. To minimize the duration, you should maintain an unobstructed view of the sky right after turning on the GPS. You need the satellite

positions and the GPS time before you can perform the actual position calculation and before the GPS becomes functional. After the first position fix has been established, it still takes additional 10 minutes before all relevant data has been received from the satellites. The position estimate accuracy improves during this time as more satellites can be used for position calculation.

The downloaded data is valid roughly for the next four hours during which the receiver starts more quickly, typically in less than 10 seconds if it was turned off in between.

You should turn off the GPS when you do not need it. This is because satellite tracking consumes large amounts of power. Suunto M9 uses the lowest power consuming GPS technology available but you should still turn off the GPS when you do not need it.

2.4.5. Versatility

The GPS system is run by the United States Department of Defense and has been fully operational since 1995. At least 24 operational satellites circle the globe every 12 hours in 6 orbital planes with 4 satellites per plane to provide a true global coverage. A worldwide ground control network monitors the health and status of the satellites. The system works 24 hours a day regardless of the weather. It can provide service to an unlimited number of users and it is free of charge.

NOTE: The very first time you initiate the GPS, it will take longer than usual for the GPS to start, as it has no reference to its current location. This may also happen if the GPS has not been used for a long time.

Please activate your new Suunto M9 GPS at least once before sailing out. Subsequent GPS starts will take less time. To minimize the GPS initiation time, hold the unit steady in one position with the display facing up and make sure you are located in an open area so that the unit has a clear view to the sky. After starting the GPS (i.e. after it has a fix), the unit can be moved more freely without losing the connection to the satellites. The signal strength bar on the unit’s display indicates the fix. (See section 2.1.4, GPS Activity and Accuracy Bar Display)

3. MODES

3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION

Suunto M9 has six different modes: Time, Weather, Compass, Sailing, Navigation and Racing. You can switch between the modes with the arrow buttons. Each mode has several sub-modes. The mode indicator on the left side of the display indicates the active mode.

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 23.

Time

The second row displays the time in the selected format. For more information about changing between 12- and 24-hour displays, see page 22.

Shortcuts

The third row displays either the stopwatch, the seconds or Dual time. To switch between these,

• Seconds: Displays seconds.

• Dual time: Displays the dual time if it has been set. For more information on setting the dual time, see page 19.

• Stopwatch: (For information on operating the stopwatch, see section 3.2.2 below.)

short

press

Stop/Cancel

3.2.2 Stopwatch

Press

Start/Data

again. The time stops for three (3) seconds to show the split time and then returns to showing the running time.

Press

Stop/Cancel

the split times with To reset the timer,

has not been reset after stopping the timing, press to continue the timing.

Suunto M9 can display up to 29 split times.

to start the timing. If you want to view a split time, press

to stop the timing. After the timing has been stopped, you can scroll

Stop/Cancel

long

press

Stop/Cancel

. If the stopwatch

Start/Data

NOTE: When you have used the stopwatch, you cannot select other shortcuts before resetting the timer.

NOTE: The maximum time you can record with the stopwatch is 10 hours.

3.2.3 Function Menu

For more information on the Function menu, see section 3.8 Function Menu.

3.2.4 Alarm

You can set altogether three independent alarms. When the alarm is set, the alarm symbol appears on the display.

Activating alarms

To activate an alarm:

1. In the Set menu, press

Enter

of the alarms. When you open the menu for the first time, the alarm indicators are set to

2. Scroll to the alarm you want to set and short press The alarm information is displayed and the on/off indicator is displayed as active (in reversed color). When you open the alarm information for the first time, the time is 0:00.

3. Press either the

status to on.

Alarm

to select it. The alarm menu displays the status

is already the first menu item. Short

off

as default.

Enter

down

arrow to change the alarm

4. Short press the hour selection is activated.

5. Set the correct press

6. Set the correct press

Deactivating alarms

To deactivate the alarm:

1. In the Set menu,

2. Scroll to the alarm you want to set off and short press is displayed and the On/Off indicator is displayed in reversed color.

3. Press either the

Enter

. The alarm symbol disappears from the display.

Acknowledging alarms

When you hear the alarm, you can acknowledge it by pressing any of the Suunto M9 buttons.

3.2.5 Time/Date

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’s main display as a shortcut. To scroll to the dual time shortcut, press Time mode’s main display.

NOTE: The GPS checks and sets the correct time and date when activated if the Sync function is on. You can change the UTC time offset in the Time/Date feature of

Alarm

is already the first menu item. Short press

down

button to change the alarm status to

Enter

. The alarm indicator changes to

hour

Enter

. The minute selection is activated.

Enter

. The alarm is now set.

with the arrow buttons and short

minutes

with the arrow buttons and short

Enter

and

Enter

. The alarm information

to select it.

off

and short press

Stop/Cancel

in the

the Set menu or in the PC. You must always change the Dual time manually.

Off GPS does not affect the time settings On GPS sets the time but does not update the time zone

(uses the UTC offset set in the device or the Suunto Sail Manager)

Sync

You can set the GPS time synchronization on or off. To set the time synchronization:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to

2. Scroll to is activated.

3. Change the press turn to the Set menu.

Sync

and short press

On/Off

Enter

. The time synchronization is now set. You re-

Time/Date

status with the arrow buttons and short

and short press

Enter

. The

On/Off

Enter

selection

NOTE: The time is synchronized each time the GPS is activated and it makes the first fix. The time is not updated continuously.

Setting the time and the dual time

To set the time and the dual time:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to The menu with the options

2. Scroll to either activated.

Time/Date

Dual time

and short press

and

Dual time

and short press

Enter

is displayed.

Enter

. The

hour

selection is

NOTE: If the time is displayed as a 12-hour clock, the symbol AM or PM is displayed on left side of the last row. For dual time, the AM/PM-symbol is displayed on the right side of the time. (For more information on the 12/24-hour clock, see page 22.)

3. Change the tion is activated.

4. Change the selection is activated.

hour

with the arrow buttons and short press

minutes

with the arrow buttons and short press

Enter

. The

Enter

minute

. The

selec-

second

5. When you press the down arrow button, the seconds are zeroed. If you want to set specific seconds, press the up arrow button and the seconds start running. When the settings are correct, short press

6. Change the is activated.

7. Change the is activated.

8. Change the return to the Set menu.

date

with the arrow buttons and short press

month

with the arrow buttons and short press

year

with the arrow buttons and short press

Enter

. The

date

selection is activated.

Enter

. The

Enter

month

selection

. The

year

selection

. You automatically

NOTE: When you set the seconds for the time, they are automatically updated in the dual time as well.

3.2.6 General

The General function includes the general settings for using your Suunto M9.

Setting the light

Light means the backlight of the Suunto M9 display. Light has three possible settings:

• Normal: The light switches on when you press onds. The light is on for 5 seconds after the last press of any button.

• Off: The light does not switch on from any button.

• Night Use: The light switches on when you press any of the buttons and stays on for 5 seconds after the last press of a button.

To change the light setting:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to The General menu is displayed.

Light

is already the first menu item. Short press select it. The current light setting is displayed in reversed color.

3. Select the suitable light setting with the arrow buttons and short press you return to the Set menu.

Enter

Start/Data

General

. The light settings are now ready and

for more than 2 sec-

and short press

Enter

Setting the brightness

This setting adjusts the brightness of the Suunto M9 backlight. The brightness is measured on a scale of 1 to 7. Brighter displays consume more battery power.

To change the brightness:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to The General menu is displayed.

2. Scroll to ting is activated.

3. Change the value with the arrow buttons and short press

Enter

Bright

and short press

. The brightness is set and you return to the Set menu.

General

Enter

and short press

. The brightness set-

Enter

NOTE: The default brightness setting is 3.

Setting the contrast

This setting adjusts the contrast of the Suunto M9 display. The contrast is measured on a scale of 1 (minimum) to 9 (maximum). The maximum contrast setting consumes more power than the minimum setting.

To change the contrast:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to The General menu is displayed.

2. Scroll to ting is activated.

3. Change the value with the arrow buttons and short press

Enter

Contrast

. Contrast is now set.

and short press

General

and short press

Enter

. The contrast set-

Enter

NOTE: The default contrast setting is 4.

Setting the tones

Tones are the sounds that indicate that you have successfully pressed the buttons. The tones can be set to the on or off position.

To set the tones on or off:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to The General menu is displayed.

2. Scroll to

Tones

and short press

General

Enter

and short press

. The On/Off field is

Enter

activated.

3. Change the value of the field to either press

Enter

. The tones are now set.

off

with the arrow buttons and short

NOTE: The default setting is On.

Setting the display information

The display information that shows the names of the modes can also be turned on or off.

To turn the display information on or off:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to The General menu is displayed.

2. Scroll to setting is activated.

3. Turn the display information on or tons and short press set.

3.2.7 Units

This menu includes the units and format settings that are used with all the Suunto M9 functions. The unit settings affect the way information is displayed in all the Suunto M9 modes.

Setting the time format

The time format setting defines whether the 12h or the 24h format is used.

To change the time format:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to Units menu is displayed.

2. Scroll to is activated.

3. Select the correct time format with the arrow buttons and short press

Info

and short press

Time

and short press

Enter

. The time format is now set.

General

Enter

. The display information is now

Units

and short press

Enter

. The display information

off

with the arrow but-

and short press

Enter

. The time format field

Enter

. The

Setting the date format

The date settings define the format in which the date is displayed. The possible formats are:

• DD.MM: Day before the month, e.g. 27.11.

• MM.DD: Month before the day, e.g. 11.27. To change the date format:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to The Units menu is displayed.

2. Scroll to is activated.

3. Select the correct date format with the arrow buttons and short press

Setting the temperature unit

The displayed. The options are Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F).

To change the temperature unit:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to Units menu is displayed.

2. Scroll to field is activated.

3. Select the correct unit with the arrow buttons and press

Enter

Setting the air pressure unit

The Pres setting defines the unit in which the air pressure is displayed. The options are

To change the air pressure unit:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to Units menu is displayed.

2. Scroll to field is activated.

3. Select the correct unit with the arrow buttons and short press

Date

and short press

Enter

. The date format is now set.

Temp

setting defines the unit in which the temperature is

Temp

and short press

. The temperature unit is now set.

Pres

and short press

Enter

. The air pressure unit is now set.

Units

Enter

Units

and short press

Enter

hPa

and

Units

and short press

Enter

and short press

. The date format field

Enter

. The temperature unit

inHg

Enter

. The air pressure unit

. The

Setting the elevation unit

The

Elev

displayed. The options are meters (m) and feet (ft). To change the elevation unit:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to

2. Scroll to

3. Select the correct unit with the arrow buttons and short press unit is now set.

setting defines the unit in which the elevation is

Units

The Units menu is displayed.

is activated.

Elev

and short press

Enter

. The elevation unit field

Enter

. The elevation

NOTE: Elevation is displayed only in position display as GPS elevation.

Setting the distance unit

The

Dist

displayed. The units are kilometers (km), miles (mi) and nautical miles (nm). The short distance units are meters (m), feet (ft) and yards (yd); set separately using the Suunto Sail Manager software.

To change the distance unit:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to

2. Scroll to

3. Select the distance unit with the arrow buttons and short press unit is now set.

Dist

and press

Setting the speed unit

The displayed. The options are kilometers per hour (km/h), miles per hour (mph), knots (kt) and meters per second (m/s).

To change the speed unit:

1. In the Set menu, scroll to

2. Scroll to

setting defines the unit in which the distance is

Units

and short press

Enter

. The distance unit selection is activated.

Enter

. The Units menu is displayed.

Enter

Speed

setting defines the unit in which the speed is

Units

Units menu is displayed.

is activated.

Speed

and short press

Enter

. The speed unit field

. The distance

Enter

. The

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