Suunto Traverse User Guide

SUUNTO TRAVERSE 1.0

USER GUIDE

1 SAFETY .............................................................................................. 5

2 Getting started ................................................................................. 7

2.1 Using buttons ........................................................................... 7

2.2 Set up ........................................................................................ 8

2.3 Adjusting settings .................................................................. 10

3 Features .......................................................................................... 12

3.1 Activity monitoring ................................................................ 12

3.2 Alti-Baro .................................................................................. 13

3.2.1 Getting correct readings ................................................ 16

3.2.2 Matching profile to activity ........................................... 18

3.2.3 Using altimeter profile ................................................... 20

3.2.4 Using barometer profile ................................................ 20

3.2.5 Using automatic profile ................................................. 21

3.3 Autopause .............................................................................. 22

3.4 Backlight ................................................................................. 22

3.5 Button lock ............................................................................. 23

3.6 Compass .................................................................................. 24

3.6.1 Calibrating compass ....................................................... 25

3.6.2 Setting declination ......................................................... 26

3.6.3 Setting bearing lock ....................................................... 27

3.7 Countdown timer ................................................................... 29

3.8 Displays ................................................................................... 29

3.8.1 Adjusting display contrast ............................................. 30

3.8.2 Inverting display color ................................................... 30

3.9 FusedAlti ................................................................................. 31

3.10 Find back ............................................................................... 32

3.11 Icons ...................................................................................... 32

3.12 Logbook ................................................................................ 35

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3.13 Memory left indicator .......................................................... 37

3.14 Movescount .......................................................................... 37

3.15 Movescount mobile app ...................................................... 38

3.15.1 Syncing with mobile app ............................................. 40

3.16 Navigating with GPS ............................................................ 41

3.16.1 Getting GPS signal ........................................................ 41

3.16.2 GPS grids and position formats ................................... 43

3.16.3 GPS accuracy and power saving .................................. 44

3.17 Notifications ......................................................................... 45

3.18 Recording activities .............................................................. 46

3.18.1 Using Suunto Smart Sensor .......................................... 46

3.18.2 Starting a recording ..................................................... 48

3.18.3 During a recording ....................................................... 50

3.18.4 Recording tracks ........................................................... 51

3.18.5 Making laps .................................................................. 51

3.18.6 Navigating during a recording .................................... 52

3.18.7 Setting altitude during a recording ............................ 53

3.19 Points of interest .................................................................. 53

3.19.1 Checking your location ................................................ 55

3.19.2 Adding a POI ................................................................ 56

3.19.3 Deleting a POI .............................................................. 57

3.20 Routes ................................................................................... 57

3.20.1 Navigating a route ....................................................... 58

3.20.2 During navigation ........................................................ 59

3.21 Service menu ........................................................................ 61

3.22 Software updates ................................................................. 63

3.23 Sport modes .......................................................................... 63

3.24 Stopwatch ............................................................................. 64

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3.25 Suunto Apps ......................................................................... 65

3.26 Time ...................................................................................... 66

3.26.1 Alarm clock ................................................................... 67

3.26.2 Time syncing ................................................................. 67

3.27 Tones and vibration ............................................................. 69

3.28 Track back ............................................................................. 69

3.29 Weather indicators ............................................................... 69

4 Care and support ............................................................................ 72

4.1 Handling guidelines ............................................................... 72

4.2 Water resistance ..................................................................... 72

4.3 Charging the battery ............................................................. 73

4.4 Getting support ...................................................................... 74

5 Reference ........................................................................................ 76

5.1 Technical specifications .......................................................... 76

5.2 Compliance ............................................................................. 77

5.2.1 CE .................................................................................... 77

5.2.2 FCC compliance .............................................................. 77

5.2.3 IC ..................................................................................... 78

5.2.4 NOM-121-SCT1-2009 ...................................................... 78

5.3 Trademark .............................................................................. 78

5.4 Patent notice .......................................................................... 78

5.5 Warranty ................................................................................. 79

5.6 Copyright ................................................................................ 81

Index .................................................................................................. 83

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1 SAFETY

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.

TIP: - is used for extra tips on how to utilize the features and

functions of the device.

Safety precautions

WARNING: ALLERGIC REACTIONS OR SKIN IRRITATIONS MAY

OCCUR WHEN PRODUCT IS IN CONTACT WITH SKIN, EVEN THOUGH
OUR PRODUCTS COMPLY WITH INDUSTRY STANDARDS. IN SUCH
EVENT, STOP USE IMMEDIATELY AND CONSULT A DOCTOR.

WARNING:

BEGINNING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM. OVEREXERTION MAY CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY.

ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE

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WARNING: ONLY FOR RECREATIONAL USE.

WARNING: DO NOT ENTIRELY RELY ON THE GPS OR BATTERY

LIFETIME, ALWAYS USE MAPS AND OTHER BACKUP MATERIAL TO
ENSURE YOUR SAFETY.

CAUTION: DO NOT APPLY SOLVENT OF ANY KIND TO THE

PRODUCT, AS IT MAY DAMAGE THE SURFACE.

CAUTION: DO NOT APPLY INSECT REPELLENT ON THE PRODUCT,

AS IT MAY DAMAGE THE SURFACE.

CAUTION: DO NOT THROW THE PRODUCT AWAY, BUT TREAT IT

AS ELECTRONIC WASTE TO PRESERVE THE ENVIRONMENT.

DAMAGED.

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CAUTION:

DO NOT KNOCK OR DROP THE DEVICE, AS IT MAY BE

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START

NEXT

LIGHT

BACK LAP

VIEW

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2.1 Using buttons

Suunto Traverse has five buttons which allow you to access all the
features.

[START]:

•

press to access the start menu

•

press to pause or resume a recording or timer

•

press to increase a value or move up in the menu

•

keep pressed to start recording

•

keep pressed to stop and save a recording

[NEXT]:

•

press to change displays

•

press to enter/accept a setting

•

keep pressed to access/exit the options menu

[LIGHT]:

•

press to activate the backlight

•

press to decrease a value or move down in the menu

•

•

keep pressed to activate flashlight

press to deactivate flashlight

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[BACK LAP]:

•

press to return to the previous menu

•

press to add a lap during a recording

•

keep pressed to lock/unlock buttons

[VIEW]:

•

press to access additional display views

•

keep pressed to save POI

TIP: When changing the values, you can increase the speed by

keeping [START] or [LIGHT] pressed until the values start to scroll
faster.

2.2 Set up

To make the most of your Suunto Traverse, we recommend
downloading the Suunto Movescount App and creating a free
Movescount account before starting up your watch. Alternatively,
you can visit movescount.com to create a user account.

To start using your watch:

1. Keep [START] pressed to wake up the device.

2. Press [START] or [LIGHT] to scroll to the desired language and
press [NEXT] to select.

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Language

English



3. Follow the startup wizard to complete initial settings. Set values

Unit system

Metric

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with [START] or [LIGHT] and press [NEXT] to accept and go to the
next step.

After completing the setup wizard, charge the watch with the
supplied USB cable until the battery is fully charged.

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NOTE: If a blinking battery symbol is displayed, Suunto Traverse

Enter

options

~2 sec

needs to be charged before starting.

2.3 Adjusting settings

You can change the settings of your Suunto Traverse directly in the
watch, through Movescount, or on the go with Suunto Movescount
App (see

To change the settings in the watch:

1. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.

2. Scroll the menu with [START] and [LIGHT].

3. Press [NEXT] to enter a setting.

4. Press [START] and [LIGHT] to adjust the setting values and

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3.15 Movescount mobile app

confirm with [NEXT].

).

NAVIGATION

GENERAL

ALTI-BARO
CONNECTIV...



5. Press [BACK LAP] to return to the previous menu or keep [NEXT]
pressed to exit.

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3 FEATURES

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1539

steps

915

kcal

Steps

11899

3.1 Activity monitoring

Suunto Traverse measures your daily steps and estimates calories
burned during the day based on your personal settings.

Your approximate daily step count is available as a default view in
the time display. Press [VIEW] to change to the step counter view.
The step count is updated every 60 seconds.

Daily step count and calories burned are displayed when you enter
the logbook (see

3.12 Logbook

). The values are reset daily at

midnight.

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NOTE: Activity monitoring is based on your movement as

measured by sensors in the watch. The values provided by activity
monitoring are estimations and not intended for medical
diagnostics of any kind.

3.2 Alti-Baro

Suunto Traverse continuously measures absolute air pressure using
the built-in pressure sensor. Based on this measurement and
reference values, it calculates altitude or sea level air pressure.

Three profiles are available: Automatic, Altimeter and Barometer.
For information on setting profiles, see

activity

.

To view alti-baro information, press [NEXT] while in the time
display.

3.2.2 Matching profile to

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°C

1472m

Altitude

1472m

Altitude

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1472m

Altitude

ref

1018

hPa

1472m

Altitude

You can change to different views by pressing [VIEW].
In altimeter profile, you can see:

•

altitude + temperature

•

altitude + sunrise/sunset

•

altitude + reference point

•

12h altitude graph + altitude

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°C

1472m

Altitude

1472m

Altitude

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1472m

Altitude

ref

1018

hPa

1472m

Altitude

In barometer profile, you get the corresponding views:

•

barometric pressure + temperature

•

barometric pressure + sunrise/sunset

•

barometric pressure + reference point

•

24h barometric pressure graph + barometric pressure

Sunrise and sunset time views are available when GPS has been
activated. If GPS is not active, sunrise and sunset times are based on
the last recorded GPS data.

You can show/hide the alti-baro display under the start menu.
To hide the alti-baro display:

1. While in the time display, press [START].

2.

Scroll to DISPLAYS with [LIGHT] and press [NEXT].

3.

Scroll to END ALTI-BARO and press [NEXT].

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4. Keep [NEXT] pressed to exit.

Repeat the procedure and select ALTI-BARO to show the display
again.

NOTE: If you are wearing your Suunto Traverse 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.

3.2.1 Getting correct readings

If your outdoor activity requires accurate sea level air pressure or
altitude, you need to calibrate your Suunto Traverse by entering
either your current altitude or the current sea level air pressure.

TIP:

Absolute air pressure and known altitude reference = sea
level air pressure. Absolute air pressure and known sea level air
pressure = altitude.

The altitude of your location can be found from most topographic
maps or Google Earth. A sea level air pressure reference for your
location can be found using the websites of national weather
services.

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CAUTION: Keep the area around the sensor free of dirt and

sand. Never insert any objects into the sensor openings.

If FusedAlti is activated, the altitude reading is corrected
automatically using FusedAlti together with altitude and sea level
pressure calibration. For more information, see

Changes in local weather conditions affect altitude readings. If local
weather changes often, it is advisable to reset the current altitude
reference value frequently, preferably before starting your journey
when the reference values are available. As long as the local
weather stays stable, you do not need to set reference values.

To set the sea level pressure and altitude reference values:

1. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.

2.

Scroll to

3.

Press [NEXT] to enter

4. The following setting options are available:

•

ALTI-BARO

FusedAlti: GPS is switched on and the watch starts calculating
altitude based on FusedAlti.

with [LIGHT] and enter with [NEXT].

Reference

.

3.9 FusedAlti

.

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•

Altitude: Set your altitude manually.

•

Sea level pressure: Set the sea level pressure reference value
manually.

5. Set the reference value using [START] and [LIGHT]. Accept the

setting with [NEXT].

TIP: When not recording an activity, press [START] in the alti-

baro display to get directly to the ALTI-BARO menu.

Use example: Setting the altitude reference value

You’re on the second day of your two-day hike. You realize that
you forgot to switch from the barometer profile to the altimeter
profile when you started in the morning.You know that the current
altitude readings of your Suunto Traverse are wrong.

So, you hike to the nearest location shown on your topographic
map for which an altitude reference value is provided. You correct
your Suunto Traverse altitude reference value accordingly and
switch to the altimeter profile. Your altitude readings are correct
again.

3.2.2 Matching profile to activity

The altimeter profile should be selected when your outdoor activity
involves changes in altitude (such as hiking in the mountains).

The barometer profile should be selected when your outdoor
activity does not involve changes in altitude (such as canoeing).

To get correct readings, you need to match the profile to your
activity. You can either let Suunto Traverse decide a suitable profile

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for the activity using the automatic profile, or choose a profile
yourself.

NOTE: You can also define a specific profile for each of your

sport modes under the sport mode advanced settings in
Movescount.

To set the alti-baro profile:

1. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.

2.

Scroll to ALTI-BARO with [LIGHT] and enter with [NEXT].

3.

Scroll to Profile with [START] and enter with [NEXT].

4. Change the profile with [START] or [LIGHT] and confirm your

selection with [NEXT].

5. Keep [NEXT] pressed to exit.

Incorrect readings

If the altimeter profile is on for an extended period of time with
the device in a fixed location while the local weather changes, the
device will give incorrect altitude readings.

If you use the altimeter profile and the weather changes frequently
while you climb in altitude or go down in altitude, the device will
give you incorrect readings.

If you use the barometer profile 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. It will therefore give you incorrect
sea level air pressure readings.

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3.2.3 Using altimeter profile

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°C

1472m

Altimeter

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°C

1018hPa

Barometer

The altimeter profile calculates altitude based on reference values.
The reference value can either be sea level air pressure or altitude.
When the altimeter profile is activated, the altimeter icon is shown
at the top of the alti-baro display.

3.2.4 Using barometer profile

The barometer profile shows the current sea level air pressure. This
is based on the reference values and the constantly measured
absolute air pressure.

When the barometer profile is activated, the barometer icon is
shown on the display.

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3.2.5 Using automatic profile

The automatic profile switches between the altimeter and
barometer profiles according to your movement.

It is not possible to measure weather and altitude changes at the
same time, as both cause a change in the surrounding air pressure.
Suunto Traverse senses vertical movement and switches to
measuring altitude, when needed. When altitude is shown, it is
updated with a maximum delay of 10 seconds.

If you are at a constant altitude (less than 5 meters of vertical
movement within 12 minutes), Suunto Traverse interprets all
pressure changes as weather changes. The measurement interval is
10 seconds. The altitude reading remains steady and if the weather
changes, you will see changes in the sea level air pressure reading.

If you are moving in altitude (more than 5 meters of vertical
movement within 3 minutes), Suunto Traverse interprets all
pressure changes as movements in altitude.

Depending on which profile is active, you can access the altimeter
or barometer in the alti-baro display with [VIEW].

NOTE: When you are using the automatic profile, barometer or

altimeter icons are not shown on the alto-baro display.

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3.3 Autopause

Autopause pauses the recording of your activity when your speed is
less than 2 km/h (1.2 mph). When your speed increases to more than
3 km/h (1.9 mph), the recording continues automatically.

You can turn autopause on/off for each sport mode in Movescount
under the advanced settings for the sport mode.

3.4 Backlight

Pressing [LIGHT] activates the backlight.
By default, the backlight turns on for a few seconds and turns off

automatically.
There are four backlight modes:

•

Normal: The backlight turns on for a few seconds when you
press [LIGHT] and when the alarm clock sounds. This is the
default setting.

•

Off: The backlight is not switched on by pressing a button or
when the alarm clock sounds.

•

Night: The backlight turns on for a few seconds when you press
any button and when the alarm clock sounds.

•

Toggle: The backlight turns on when you press [LIGHT] and stays
on until you press [LIGHT] again.

You can change the general backlight setting in the watch settings
under GENERAL » Tones/display » Backlight. You can also change
the general setting in Movescount.

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You can adjust the backlight brightness (in percent), either in the
watch settings under Tones/display » Backlight or in Movescount.

TIP: When the [BACK LAP] and [START] buttons are locked, you

can still activate the backlight by pressing [LIGHT].

Flashlight

In addition to normal backlight modes, Traverse has one additional
mode where the backlight is automatically set to maximum
brightness and can be used as a flashlight. To activate the flashlight,
keep [LIGHT] pressed.

The flashlight stays on four about four minutes. You can turn it off
at any time by pressing [LIGHT] or [BACK LAP].

3.5 Button lock

Keeping [BACK LAP] pressed locks and unlocks buttons.

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Lock

2s

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Unlock

2s

You can change the button lock behavior in the watch settings
under GENERAL » Tones/display » Button lock.

Your Suunto Traverse has two button lock options:

•

Actions only: Start and options menus are locked.

•

All buttons: All buttons are locked. Backlight can be activated in
Night mode.

TIP: Select the Actions only button lock setting to avoid

accidentally starting or stopping your log. When the [BACK LAP]
and [START] buttons are locked, you can still change displays by
pressing [NEXT] and views by pressing [VIEW].

3.6 Compass

Suunto Traverse has a digital compass that allows you to orient
yourself in relation to magnetic north. The tilt-compensated
compass gives you accurate readings even if the compass is not
horizontally level.

You can show/hide the compass display from the start menu under
DISPLAYS » Compass.

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The compass display includes the following information:

273°

NW

•

middle row: compass heading in degrees

•

bottom row: compass heading cardinal

The compass switches to power saving mode after one minute.
Reactivate it with [START].

3.6.1 Calibrating compass

If you have not used the compass before, you must first calibrate it.
Turn and tilt the watch in multiple directions until the watch beeps,
indicating calibration is complete.

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If the calibration is successful, the text Calibration successful is
displayed. If the calibration does not succeed, the text Calibration
failed is displayed. To retry the calibration, press [START].

If you have already calibrated the compass and want to re-calibrate
it, you can manually start the calibration process.

To manually start compass calibration:

1. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.

2.

Scroll to NAVIGATION with [START] and enter with [NEXT].

3.

Scroll to Settings with [LIGHT] and select with [NEXT].

4.

Scroll to Compass with [LIGHT] and select with [NEXT].

5.

Press [NEXT] to select Calibration.

3.6.2 Setting declination

To ensure correct compass readings, set an accurate 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. The location of
magnetic north changes yearly, so the most accurate and up-to-date
declination value can be obtained from the internet (for example
www.magnetic-declination.com).

Orienteering maps, however, are drawn in relation to magnetic
north. This means that when you are using orienteering maps you

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need to turn the declination correction off by setting the

Declination

--

0.0°

Declination

E

0.0°

Declination

E

0.0°

declination value to 0 degrees.
To set the declination value:

1. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.

2.

Scroll to NAVIGATION with [START] and enter with [NEXT].

3.

Scroll to Settings with [LIGHT] and select with [NEXT].

4.

Scroll to Compass with [LIGHT] and select with [NEXT].

5.

Scroll to Declination with [LIGHT] and select with [NEXT].

6.

Turn the declination off by selecting --, or select W (west) or E
(east). Set the declination value with [START] or [LIGHT].

7. Press [NEXT] to accept the setting.

TIP: You can also access the navigation menu and compass

settings by pressing [START] while navigating.

3.6.3 Setting bearing lock

You can mark the direction to your target in relation to North with
the bearing lock feature.

To lock a bearing:

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1. With the compass active, hold the watch in front of you and turn

1. 2. 3.

(3.) 4.

273°

NW

273°

NW

273°

NW

214°

SW

273°

NW

yourself towards your target.

2. Press [BACK LAP] to lock the current degree displayed on the

watch as your bearing.

3. An empty triangle indicates the locked bearing in relation to the

North indicator (solid triangle).

4. Press [BACK LAP] to clear the bearing lock.

NOTE:

When using the compass while recording an activity, the
[BACK LAP] button only locks and clears the bearing. Exit the
compass view to make a lap with [BACK LAP].

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3.7 Countdown timer

0:05'00

Countdown

Adjust

You can set the countdown timer to count down from a preset time
to zero. You can show/hide it from the start menu under
DISPLAYS » Countdown.

When activated, the countdown timer can be accessed by pressing
[NEXT] until see the display.

The default countdown time is five minutes. You can adjust this
time by pressing [VIEW].

TIP: You can pause/continue the countdown by pressing

[START].

NOTE:

Countdown timer is not available while activity recording
is ongoing.

3.8 Displays

Your Suunto Traverse comes with several different features, such as
compass (see

3.6 Compass

) and stopwatch (see

3.24 Stopwatch

).

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These are handled as displays that can be viewed by pressing
[NEXT]. Some of them are permanent, others you can show or hide
as you like.

To show/hide displays:

1. Press [START] to enter the start menu.

2.

Scroll to DISPLAYS by pressing [LIGHT] and press [NEXT].

3. In the list of display, toggle any feature on/off by scrolling to it

with [START] or [LIGHT] and pressing [NEXT].
Keep [NEXT] pressed to exit the displays menu if needed.

Your sport modes (see
that you can customize to view different information while
recording an activity.

3.23 Sport modes

) also have multiple displays

3.8.1 Adjusting display contrast

Increase or decrease the display contrast of your Suunto Traverse in
the watch settings.

To adjust the display contrast:

1. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.

2.

Press [NEXT] to enter the

3.

Press [NEXT] to enter

4.

Scroll to

5. Increase the contrast with [START], or decrease it with [LIGHT].

6. Keep [NEXT] pressed to exit.

Display contrast

GENERAL

Tones/display

with [LIGHT] and enter with [NEXT].

settings.

.

3.8.2 Inverting display color

Change the display between dark and light through the settings in
the watch.

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To invert the display in the watch settings:

1. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.

2.

Press [NEXT] to enter the GENERAL settings.

3.

Press [NEXT] to enter Tones/display.

4.

Scroll to Invert display with [START] and invert with [NEXT].

3.9 FusedAlti

FusedAltiTM provides an altitude reading that is a combination of
GPS and barometric altitude. It minimizes the effect of temporary
and offset errors in the final altitude reading.

NOTE: By default, altitude is measured with FusedAlti during

recordings that use GPS and during navigation. When GPS is
switched off, altitude is measured with the barometric sensor.

If you do not want to use FusedAlti in altitude measurement, set
your reference value with altitude or sea level pressure.

You can search for a new reference value with FusedAlti by
activating it in the options menu under

FusedAlti.

In good conditions it takes 4-12 minutes for FusedAlti to find a
reference value. During that time, Suunto Traverse shows
barometric altitude with '~' before the reading to indicate that the
altitude may not be correct.

ALTI-BARO

Reference

»

»

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3.10 Find back

Suunto Traverse automatically saves the starting point of your
recording if you are using GPS. With Find back, Suunto Traverse can
guide you directly back to your starting point (or to the location
where the GPS fix was established).

To find back:

1. Keep [NEXT] pressed to access the options menu.

2.

Press [NEXT] to select NAVIGATION.

3.

Scroll to Find back with [START] and select with [NEXT].

The navigation guidance is shown as one of the views in the
breadcrumb display.

3.11 Icons

The following icons are displayed in Suunto Traverse:

alarm

altimeter

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barometer

battery

Bluetooth

button lock

button press indicators

current display

down/decrease

flashlight

GPS signal strength

heart rate

highest point

incoming call

lowest point

message/notification

missed call

next/confirm

pairing

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settings

sport mode

storm

sunrise

sunset

up/increase

POI icons

The following POI icons are available in Suunto Traverse:

begin

building/home

camp/camping

car/parking

cave

crossroad

emergency

end

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food/restaurant/cafe

forest

geocache

info

lodging/hostel/hotel

meadow

mountain/hill/valley/cliff

road/trail

rock

sight

water/waterfall/river/lake/coast

waypoint

3.12 Logbook

The logbook stores the logs of your recorded activities. The
maximum number of logs and the maximum duration of a single
log depends on how much information is recorded in each activity.
GPS accuracy (see

3.16.3 GPS accuracy and power saving

), for

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example, directly impact the number and duration of logs that can
be stored.

You can view the log summary of your activity right after you have
stopped recording or through the LOGBOOK under the start menu.

The information shown in the log summary is dynamic: it changes
depending on factors such as sport mode and whether or not you
used an heart rate belt or GPS. By default, all logs include at
minimum the following information:

•

sport mode name

•

time

•

date

•

duration

•

laps

TIP: You can see many more details of your recorded activities in

Movescount.

To view log summary after stopping a recording:

1. Keep [START] pressed to stop and save the recording.

2. Press [NEXT] to view the log summary.
You can also view the summaries of all your recorded sessions(logs)

in the logbook. In the logbook recorded sessions are listed
according to date and time.

To view summary log in the logbook:

1. Press [START] to enter the start menu.

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2.

Sync your

Moves

Memory used

75%

Scroll to Logbook with [LIGHT] and enter with [NEXT]. Your
current recovery time is shown.

3. Scroll the logs with [START] or [LIGHT] and select a log with

[NEXT].

4. Browse the summary views of the log with [NEXT].

3.13 Memory left indicator

If more than 50 % of the logbook has not been synchronized with
Movescount, Suunto Traverse displays a reminder when you enter
the logbook.

The reminder is not displayed once the unsynced memory is full and
Suunto Traverse begins overwriting old logs.

3.14 Movescount

Movescount is your free personal diary and online sports
community that offers you a rich set of tools to manage your daily
activities and create engaging stories about your experiences. Use
Movescount to view your recorded activities in detail and customize
your watch to best meet your needs.

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TIP: Connect to Movescount to get software updates for your

Suunto Traverse.

You can transfer data from your watch to Movescount either with
the USB cable and computer, or with Bluetooth and the Suunto
Movescount App (see

If you have not done so already, register for a free account in
Movescount.

To register to Movescount:

1. Go to www.movescount.com.

2. Create your account.
If you are using a computer and the supplied USB cable of your

watch, you need to install Moveslink to transfer data.
To install Moveslink:

1. Go to www.movescount.com/moveslink.

2. Download, install and open the latest version of Moveslink.

3. Connect your watch to the computer with the supplied USB

cable.

3.15 Movescount mobile app

).

3.15 Movescount mobile app

With the Suunto Movescount App, you can further enrich your
Suunto Traverse experience. Pair with the mobile app to get
notifications on your Suunto Traverse, change settings and
customize sport modes on the go, use your mobile device as a

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second display, take pictures with data from your move, and create
a Suunto Movie.

TIP: With any Move that is stored in Movescount, you can add

pictures as well as create a Suunto Movie using Suunto Movescount
App.

To pair with Suunto Movescount App:

1. Download and install the app from iTunes App Store or Google

Play. The app description includes the latest compatibility
information.

2. Start Suunto Movescount App and turn on Bluetooth if it is not

on already.

3. Tap the settings icon in the upper right corner and then tap the

'+' watch icon to start Bluetooth searching in the app.

4. On the watch, keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.

5.

Scroll to CONNECTIVITY with [LIGHT] and select with [NEXT].

6.

Press [NEXT] to enter the Pair menu and press [NEXT] again to
select MobileApp.

7. Enter the passkey shown on your watch display into the paring

request field on your mobile device and tap PAIR.
Pairing may vary on Android phones. You may get additional

pop-ups before getting to the passkey request.

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NOTE: You can change your Suunto Traverse general settings

offline. Customizing sport modes and keeping time, date and GPS
satellite data up to date require an internet connection over Wi-Fi
or mobile network. Carrier data connection fees may apply.

3.15.1 Syncing with mobile app

If you have paired your Suunto Traverse with Suunto Movescount
App, changes in settings, sport modes, and new logs are
automatically synced by default when the Bluetooth connection is
active. The Bluetooth icon on your Suunto Traverse flashes when
data is being synced.

This default setting can be changed from the options menu.
To turn off automatic syncing:

1. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.

2.

Scroll to

3.

Press [NEXT] again to enter the

4. Toggle off with [LIGHT] and keep [NEXT] pressed to exit.

CONNECTIVITY

with [LIGHT] and select with [NEXT].

MobileApp sync

setting.

Manual sync

When automatic syncing is off, you need to manually start syncing
to transfer settings or new logs.

To manually sync with mobile app:

1. Ensure Suunto Movescount App is running and Bluetooth is on.

2. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.

3.

Scroll to CONNECTIVITY with [LIGHT] and select with [NEXT].

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4.

Press [NEXT] to activate Sync now.

If your mobile device has an active data connection and your app is
connected to your Movescount account, settings and logs are
synced with your account. If there is no data connection, syncing is
delayed until a connection is available.

Unsynced logs recorded with your Suunto Traverse are listed in the
app, but you cannot view the log details until they are synced with
your Movescount account. Activities that you record with the app
are immediately viewable.

NOTE: Carrier data connection fees may apply when syncing

between Suunto Movescount App and Movescount.

3.16 Navigating with GPS

Suunto Traverse uses the Global Positioning System (GPS) to
determine your current position. GPS incorporates a set of satellites
that orbit the Earth at an altitude of 20,000 km at the speed of 4
km/s.

The built-in GPS receiver in Suunto Traverse is optimized for wrist
use and receives data from a very wide angle.

3.16.1 Getting GPS signal

Suunto Traverse activates GPS automatically when you select a sport
mode with the GPS functionality, determine your location, or start
navigating.

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NOTE: When you activate GPS for the first time, or have not

used it for a long time, it might take longer than usual to get a GPS
fix. Subsequent GPS starts will take less time.

TIP: To minimize GPS initiation time, hold the watch steady

facing up and make sure you are in an open area with a clear view
of the sky.

TIP: Regularly synchronize your Suunto Traverse with

Movescount to get the latest satellite orbit data. This reduces the
time needed to get the GPS fix and improves track accuracy.

Troubleshooting: No GPS signal

•

For an optimal signal, point the GPS part of the watch upwards.
The best signal can be received in an open area with a clear view
of the sky.

•

The GPS receiver usually works well inside tents and other thin
covers. However, objects, buildings, dense vegetation or cloudy
weather can reduce the GPS signal reception quality.

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•

GPS signal does not penetrate any solid constructions or water.
Therefore do not try to activate GPS inside buildings, caves or
under water.

3.16.2 GPS grids and position formats

Grids are lines on a map that define the coordinate system used on
the map.

Position format is the way the GPS receiver's position is displayed on
the watch. All the formats relate to the same location, they only
express it in a different way. You can change the position format in
the watch settings in the options menu under GENERAL » Formats »
Position format.

You can select the format from the following grids:

•

latitude/longitude is the most commonly used grid and has three
different formats:

o

WGS84 Hd.d°

o

WGS84 Hd°m.m'

o

WGS84 Hd°m's.s

•

UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) gives a two-dimensional
horizontal position presentation.

•

MGRS (Military Grid Reference System) is an extension of UTM
and consists of a grid zone designator, 100,000-meter square
identifier and a numerical location.

Suunto Traverse also supports the following local grids:

•

British (BNG)

•

Finnish (ETRS-TM35FIN)

•

Finnish (KKJ)

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•

Irish (IG)

•

Swedish (RT90)

•

Swiss (CH1903)

•

UTM NAD27 Alaska

•

UTM NAD27 Conus

•

UTM NAD83

•

NZTM2000 (New Zealand)

NOTE: Some grids cannot be used in the areas north of 84°N and

south of 80°S, or outside the countries that they are intended for.

3.16.3 GPS accuracy and power saving

When customizing sport modes, you can define the GPS fix interval
using the GPS accuracy setting in Movescount. The shorter the
interval, the better the accuracy during recording.

By increasing the interval and lowering the accuracy, you can
extend the battery life.

The GPS accuracy options are:

•

Best

: ~ 1 sec fix interval, highest power consumption

•

Good

•

•

During a recording and while navigating, you can adjust the
predefined GPS accuracy of the sport mode if needed. For instance,
if you notice you are low on battery, you could adjust the setting to
extend battery life.

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: ~ 5 sec fix interval, moderate power consumption

OK

: ~ 60 sec fix interval, lowest power consumption

Off

: no GPS fix

Adjust GPS accuracy in the start menu under NAVIGATION »

Incoming call

[phone]…

Tomorrow,

skiing in Aspen?

Peter

Settings » GPS accuracy.

3.17 Notifications

If you have paired your Suunto Traverse with Suunto Movescount
App (see
and push notifications on the watch.

To get notifications on your watch:

1. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.

2.

3.

4. Toggle on/off with [LIGHT].

5. Exit by keeping [NEXT] pressed.
With notifications on, your Suunto Traverse gives an alert (see

3.27 Tones and vibration

bottom row of the time display with each new event.
To view notifications on your watch:

1. Press [START] to enter the start menu.

2.

3. Scroll through the notifications with [START] or [LIGHT].

3.15 Movescount mobile app

Press [LIGHT] to scroll to
Press [LIGHT] to scroll to

CONNECTIVITY
Notifications

), you can get call, message

and press [NEXT].

.

) and displays a notification icon in the

Scroll to NOTIFICATIONS OFF with [START] and press [NEXT].

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Up to 10 notifications can be listed. Notifications remain in your
watch until you clear them from your mobile device. However,
notifications older than one day are hidden from view in the watch.

3.18 Recording activities

Use sport modes (see
various information during your outing.

Out of the box, Suunto Traverse has one sport mode, Hiking. Start a
recording by pressing [START] and then press [NEXT] to enter
RECORD.

So long as there is only one sport mode in the watch, the recording
starts immediately. If you add other sport modes, you need to select
the sport mode you want to use and then press [NEXT] to start the
recording.

TIP: You can also quickly start the recording by keeping [START]

pressed.

3.18.1 Using Suunto Smart Sensor

A Bluetooth® Smart compatible heart rate sensor, such as the
Suunto Smart Sensor, can be used with your Suunto Traverse to give
you more detailed information about your physical exertion during
the recorded activity.

The heart rate sensor enables:

•

heart rate in real time

•

average heart rate in real time

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3.23 Sport modes

) to record activities and view

•

calories burned during exercise

For the logbook, the heart rate sensor provides:

•

total calories burned during the activity

•

average heart rate

•

peak heart rate

If you use the Suunto Smart Sensor, you also have the added
advantage of heart rate memory. The memory function buffers
data whenever the transmission to your Suunto Traverse is
interrupted.

This allows you to get accurate intensity information in activities
such as swimming where water blocks the transmission. It also
means you can even leave your Suunto Traverse behind after
starting a recording.

Without a heart rate sensor, your Suunto Traverse provides calorie
consumption estimation from daily use and during recorded
activities where speed is used to estimate intensity. However, we
recommend using a heart rate sensor to get accurate intensity
readings.

Refer to the user guide for Suunto Smart Sensor or other
Bluetooth® Smart compatible heart rate sensor for additional
information.

3.18.1.1 Pairing heart rate sensor

Pairing procedures may vary depending on the heart rate (HR)
sensor type. Please refer to the user guide for the device you are
pairing with your Suunto Traverse before continuing.

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To pair a heart rate sensor:

21:39

19:36

Tue 4.2.

1. Activate heart rate sensor.

2. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.

3.

Scroll to CONNECTIVITY with [LIGHT] and select with [NEXT].

4.

Press [NEXT] again to enter Pair.

5.

Scroll to HR belt with [LIGHT] and press [NEXT].

6. Hold your Suunto Traverse close to the device you are pairing

and wait for Suunto Traverse to notify that pairing was
successful.

3.18.2 Starting a recording

To start recording:

1. Press [START] to enter the start menu.

2.

Press [NEXT] to enter

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RECORD

.

NAVIGATION

RECORD

DISPLAYS
LOGBOOK

3. If you have more than one sport mode, scroll the list with

dst0.00km

spd0.0kmh

00’00.0

REC

[START] or [LIGHT] and select a suitable mode with [NEXT].

4. The watch automatically starts searching for a heart rate signal,

if the selected sport mode uses a heart rate sensor. Wait for the
watch to notify that the heart rate and/or GPS signal have been
found, or press [START] to skip searching and start recording
immediately. The watch continues to search the heart rate/GPS
signals in the background.

5. To access additional options while exercising, keep [NEXT]

pressed.

Alternatively, you can press [START] to pause the recording. After
pausing, stop by pressing [BACK LAP], or continue recording by
pressing [START].

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After pausing and stopping the recording, save the log by pressing
[START]. If you do not want to save the log, press [LIGHT]. If you do
not save the log, you can still view the log summary after pressing
[LIGHT], but the log is not stored in the logbook for later viewing.

3.18.3 During a recording

As soon as the recording starts, you can access additional displays
that show different information related to your activity. With the
default sport mode in Suunto Traverse, you see three displays in
addition to the standard time, alti-baro and compass displays:

•

one display showing chronograph, distance and speed

•

one display showing your current direction of travel and a
breadcrumb trail of where you have been (hidden if no GPS fix is
acquired)

•

one display showing heart rate (hidden if no heart rate sensor is
paired)

In Movescount you can create additional sport modes and configure
additional displays shown during recording. See

The display showing the breadcrumb trail is always available if a
GPS signal is found.

Displays containing heart rate information are only visible if a heart
rate sensor is paired. See

3.18.1 Using Suunto Smart Sensor

Here are some ideas on how to use the watch during a recording:

•

Press [NEXT] to see scroll through displays.

•

Press [VIEW] to see additional information related to the current
display.

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3.23 Sport modes

.

.

•

spd2.5kmh

dst0.60km

09'00.0

REC

09'00.0

lap1

09'00.0

REC

To avoid accidentally stopping your log recording or making
unwanted laps, lock the buttons by keeping [BACK LAP] pressed.

•

Press [BACK LAP] to record a lap

•

Keep [START] pressed to end and save the recording.

3.18.4 Recording tracks

Depending on the sport mode you have selected, your Suunto
Traverse records various information during your activity.

If your sport mode has GPS enabled, Suunto Traverse records your
track during your activity. You can view this in the breadcrumb
display by pressing [NEXT].

You can view the track in Movescount and export it as a route to
use later.

3.18.5 Making laps

During your activity recording, you can make laps either manually
or automatically by setting the autolap in Movescount. When you
make laps automatically, Suunto Traverse records the laps based on
the distance you have specified in Movescount.

To make laps manually, press [BACK LAP] during the recording.

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Suunto Traverse shows you the following information:

•

top row: split time (duration from the start of the log)

•

middle row: lap number

•

bottom row: lap time

NOTE: The log summary always shows at least one lap, your

recording from start to finish. The laps you have made during the
recording are shown as additional laps.

3.18.6 Navigating during a recording

While you are recording an activity, you can choose to navigate a
route or to a POI.

To navigate during a recording:

1. While you are in a sport mode with GPS activated, keep [NEXT]

pressed to access the options menu.

2.

Scroll to

3.

Scroll to
[NEXT].

4. Scroll to the route or POI of your choice and select with [NEXT].

The navigation guidance is shown in the breadcrumb display.

To deactivate navigation, go back to
menu and select

The recording continues as normal when you end navigation. The
breadcrumb display is still available, but without navigation
guidance.

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NAVIGATION
Routes

POIs (Points of interest)

or

End navigation

with [START] and select with [NEXT].

and select with

NAVIGATION

in the options

.

TIP: When in breadcrumb or compass display, you can quickly

access the navigation menu by pressing [START].

3.18.7 Setting altitude during a recording

You can adjust any of your alti-baro settings, including profile and
reference, during a recording. Keep [NEXT] pressed and adjust
settings as normal (see

3.2 Alti-Baro

).

3.19 Points of interest

Suunto Traverse includes GPS navigation which allows you to
navigate to a pre-defined destination stored as a point of interest
(POI).

NOTE: You can also start navigating to a POI when you are

recording an activity (see 3.18.6 Navigating during a recording).

To navigate to a POI:

1. Press [START] to enter the start menu.

2.

Scroll to

3.

Scroll to

4. Scroll to the POI you wish to navigate to with [START] or [LIGHT]

and select with [NEXT].

5.

Press [NEXT] again to select
If you are using the compass for the first time, you need to

calibrate it (see
compass, the watch starts searching for a GPS signal.

NAVIGATION
POIs (Points of interest)

with [START] and press [NEXT].

Navigate

3.6.1 Calibrating compass

using [LIGHT] and press [NEXT].

.

). After activating the

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All navigating is recorded. If your watch has more than one

Building 01

dst3.2km

Building 01

DST

3.2 km

ETA

11:30'

Building 01

ALTITUDE

2012 m

ALT DIFF

410 m

sport mode, you are prompted to select one.

6. Start navigating to the POI.
The watch displays the breadcrumb display, showing your position

and the position of the POI.
By pressing [VIEW] you can access additional guidance:

•

distance and direction to POI in straight line

•

distance to POI and estimated time en route based on your
current speed,

•

difference between your current altitude and the POI altitude

When stationary or moving slowly (<4 km/h), the watch shows you
the direction to the POI (or waypoint if navigating a route) based
on the compass bearing.

While moving (>4 km/h), the watch shows you the direction to the
POI (or waypoint if navigating a route) based on GPS.

The direction to your target, or bearing, is shown with the empty
triangle. Your direction of travel, or heading, is indicated by the
solid lines at the top of the display. Aligning these two ensures you
are moving in the correct direction.

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Building 01

dst3.2km

Building 01

dst3.2km

3.19.1 Checking your location

Suunto Traverse allows you to check the coordinates of your current
location using GPS.

To check your location:

1. Press [START] to enter the start menu.

2.

Scroll to NAVIGATION with [START] and press [NEXT].

3.

Scroll to Location with [LIGHT] and press [NEXT].

4.

Press [NEXT] to select Current.

5.

The watch starts searching for a GPS signal and displays GPS
found after acquiring the signal. After that your current
coordinates are shown on the display.

TIP:

You can also check your location while you are recording an

activity by keeping [NEXT] pressed to access

NAVIGATION

in the
options menu or by pressing [START] while in the breadcrumb
display.

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3.19.2 Adding a POI

Suunto Traverse allows you to save your current location or define a
location as a POI.

You can store up to 250 POIs in the watch.
When adding a POI, select a POI type (icon) and POI name from a

predefined list, or freely name the POIs in Movescount.
To save a POI:

1. Press [START] to enter the start menu.

2.

Scroll to NAVIGATION with [START] and press [NEXT].

3.

Scroll to Location with [LIGHT] and press [NEXT].

4.

Select Current or select Define to manually change longitude
and latitude values.

5. Press [START] to save the location.

6. Select a suitable name for the location. Scroll through the name

options with [START] or [LIGHT]. Select a name with [NEXT].

7. Press [START] to save the POI.
You can create POIs in Movescount by selecting a location on a map

or inserting the coordinates. POIs in your Suunto Traverse and in
Movescount are always synchronized when you connect the watch
to Movescount.

TIP: You can quickly save your current location as a POI by

keeping [VIEW] pressed. This can be done from any display.

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3.19.3 Deleting a POI

You can delete a POI directly in the watch or through Movescount.
However, when you delete a POI in Movescount and synchronize
your Suunto Traverse, the POI is deleted from the watch but only
disabled in Movescount.

To delete a POI:

1. Press [START] to enter the start menu.

2.

Scroll to NAVIGATIONwith [START] and press [NEXT].

3.

Scroll to POIs (Points of interest) with [LIGHT] and press [NEXT].

4. Scroll to the POI you wish to delete with [START] or [LIGHT] and

select with [NEXT].

5.

Scroll to Delete with [START] and press [NEXT].

6. Press [START] to confirm.

3.20 Routes

You can create a route with the route planner in Movescount or
export the track of a recorded activity to the planner.

To add a route:

1. Go to Movescount and log in.

2.

3. Save the route and select the 'Use this route in my...' option.

4. Sync your Suunto Traverse with Movescount using Suunto

Plan & Create

Under
existing routes or browse to
route.

Movescount App (see
using Moveslink and the supplied USB cable.

, browse to

3.15.1 Syncing with mobile app

Routes

Route Planner

to search and add

to create your own

) or by

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Routes are also deleted through Movescount.
To delete a route:

1. Go to www.movescount.com and log in.

2.

Under Plan & Create, browse to Route Planner.

3.

Under MY ROUTES, click on the route you want to delete and
click DELETE.

4. Sync your Suunto Traverse with Movescount using Suunto

Movescount App (see
using Moveslink and the supplied USB cable.

3.15.1 Syncing with mobile app

) or by

3.20.1 Navigating a route

You can navigate a route you have transferred to your Suunto
Traverse from Movescount (see

If you are using the compass for the first time, you need to calibrate

3.6.1 Calibrating compass

it (see
watch will begin searching for a GPS signal. After the watch
acquires a GPS signal, you can begin to navigate a route.

To navigate a route:

1. Press [START] to enter the start menu.

2.

Scroll to NAVIGATION with [START] and press [NEXT].

3.

Press [NEXT] to enter Routes.

4. Scroll to the route you want to navigate with [START] or [LIGHT]

and press [NEXT].

5.

Press [NEXT] to select Navigate.
All navigating is recorded. If you watch has more than one sport

mode, you are prompted to select one.

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3.20 Routes

). After activating the compass, the

).

6.

Direction

Backwards

Forwards

10 km

Approaching

BEGIN

10 km

Select Forwards or Backwards to chose the direction you want to
navigate (from the first waypoint or the last).

7. Start navigating. The watch informs you when you are

approaching the beginning of the route.

8. The watch informs you when you have arrived at your

destination.

TIP: You can also start navigating while recording an activity

(see 3.18.6 Navigating during a recording).

3.20.2 During navigation

During navigation, press [VIEW] to scroll the following views:

•

full track view showing the whole route

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•

10 km

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

10 km

zoomed-in track view of the route: by default, the zoomed-in
view is scaled to a 100 m (0.1 mi) scale; the scale is larger if you
are far away from the route

Track view

The full track view shows you the following information:

•

(1) arrow indicating your location and pointing to the direction
of your heading.

•

(2) the beginning and end of the route

•

(3) The closest POI is shown as an icon.

•

(4) scale of the track view

NOTE: In the full track view the north is always up.

Map orientation

You can change the map orientation in the options menu under

NAVIGATION

•

Heading up

pointing up.

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Settings

»

: Displays the zoomed-in map with the heading

»

Map

Orientation

»

.

•

Enter

service

North up: Displays the zoomed-in map with the north pointing
up.

3.21 Service menu

To access the service menu, keep [BACK LAP] and [START] pressed
simultaneously until the watch enters the service menu.

The service menu includes the following items:

•

Info:

o

Air pressure: shows the current absolute air pressure and
temperature.

o

Version: shows the current software and hardware version.

o

BLE: shows the current Bluetooth Smart version.

•

Display:

o

LCD test: allows you to test that the LCD works properly.

•

ACTION:

o

Power off: allows you to put the watch into deep sleep.

o

GPS reset: allows you to reset GPS.

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NOTE: Power off is a low power state. Follow the normal

startup procedure to wake up the device. All settings except time
and date are maintained. Just confirm them through the startup
wizard.

NOTE: The watch switches to power saving mode when it is

static for 10 minutes. The watch re-activates when moved.

NOTE: Service menu content is subject to change without notice

during updates.

Resetting GPS

In case the GPS unit cannot find a signal, you can reset GPS data in
the service menu.

To reset GPS:

1.

In the service menu, scroll to ACTION with [LIGHT] and enter
with [NEXT].

2.

Press [LIGHT] to scroll to GPS reset and enter with [NEXT].

3. Press [START] to confirm GPS reset, or press [LIGHT] to cancel.

NOTE:

values. Saved logs are not removed.

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Resetting GPS resets GPS data and compass calibration

3.22 Software updates

You can update your Suunto Traverse software through
Movescount. When you update the software, all logs are
automatically moved to Movescount and deleted from the watch.

To update your Suunto Traverse software:

1. Install Moveslink if you have not done so already from

Movescount.

2. Connect your Suunto Traverse to your computer with the

supplied USB cable.

3. If an update is available, your watch is updated automatically.

Wait for the update to complete before unplugging the USB
cable. This may take several minutes.

3.23 Sport modes

Sport modes are your way to customize how activities are recorded.
Different information is shown on the displays while recording
depending on the sport mode. Suunto Traverse comes with a
predefined sport mode for hiking.

In Movescount you can create custom sport modes, edit the
predefined sport mode, delete sport modes, or simply hide them so
that they are not shown in your

activities

A custom sport mode can contain up to four displays. You can
choose which data appears on each display from a comprehensive
list of options.

).

RECORD

menu (see

3.18 Recording

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You can transfer up to five sport modes created in Movescount to

00'00.0

lap0

00'00.0

your Suunto Traverse.

3.24 Stopwatch

The stopwatch is a display that can be turned on or off from the
start menu.

To activate the stopwatch:

1. Press [START] to enter the start menu.

2.

Scroll to DISPLAYS with [LIGHT] and press [NEXT].

3.

Scroll to Stopwatch with [LIGHT] and press [NEXT].

When activated, the timer can be accessed by pressing [NEXT] until
the timer appears.

NOTE: The stopwatch is not visible while recording an activity.

To use the stopwatch:

1. In the activated stopwatch display, press [START] to start

measuring time.

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2. Press [BACK LAP] to make a lap, or press [START] to pause the

stopwatch. To view the lap times, press [BACK LAP] when the
stopwatch is paused.

3. Press [START] to continue.

4. To reset the time, keep [START] pressed when the stopwatch is

paused.

While the stopwatch is running, you can:

•

press [VIEW] to switch between the time and lap time shown on
the bottom row of the display.

•

switch to Time display with [NEXT].

•

enter the options menu by keeping [NEXT] pressed.

If you no longer want to see the stopwatch display, deactivate the
stopwatch.

To hide the stopwatch:

1. Press [START] to enter the start menu.

2.

Scroll to DISPLAYS with [LIGHT] and press [NEXT].

3.

Scroll to End stopwatch with [LIGHT] and press [NEXT].

3.25 Suunto Apps

Suunto Apps allow you to further customize your Suunto Traverse.
Visit Suunto App Zone in Movescount to find Apps, such as various
timers and counters, available for your use. If you cannot find what
you need, create your own App with Suunto App Designer. You can
create Apps, for example, for calculating the slope grade of your
skiing route.

To add Suunto Apps to your Suunto Traverse:

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1.

Go to the PLAN & CREATE section in Movescount community and
select App Zone to browse existing Suunto Apps. To create your
own App, go to the PLAN & CREATE section of your profile and
select App Designer.

2. Add Suunto App to a sport mode. Connect your Suunto Traverse

to your Movescount account to synchronize Suunto App to the
watch. The added Suunto App will show the result of its
calculation during your activity.

NOTE: You can add up to four Suunto Apps to each sport mode.

3.26 Time

The time display on your Suunto Traverse shows the following
information:

•

top row: date

•

middle row: time

•

bottom row: change with [VIEW] to show additional information
such as sunrise/sunset, altitude and battery level.

In the options menu under
following:

•

Dual time

•

Alarm

•

Time and date

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GENERAL

Time/date

»

, you can set the

3.26.1 Alarm clock

7:00

Snooze

Stop

24h

5min

You can use your Suunto Traverse as an alarm clock. Turn the alarm
on/off and set the alarm time in the options menu under
GENERAL » Time/date » Alarm.

When the alarm is switched on, the alarm symbol is shown on most
of the displays.

When the alarm sounds, you can:

•

Snooze by pressing [LIGHT]. The alarm stops and restarts every
five minutes until you stop it. You can snooze up to 12 times for
a total of one hour.

•

Stop by pressing [START]. The alarm stops and restarts the same
time the following day, unless you switch the alarm off in the
options menu.

NOTE: When snoozing, the alarm icon blinks in the time display.

3.26.2 Time syncing

Your Suunto Traverse time can be updated through your mobile
phone, computer (Moveslink) or GPS time. If you have paired your

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watch with the Suunto Movescount App, time and time zone are
automatically synced with your mobile phone.

When you connect your watch to the computer with the USB cable,
Moveslink by default updates your watch time and date according
to the computer clock. This feature can be turned off in the
Moveslink settings.

GPS time

GPS time corrects the offset between your Suunto Traverse and the
GPS time. GPS time checks and corrects the time whenever a GPS fix
is found (for example when recording an activity, or saving a POI).

GPS time is on by default. You can turn it off in the options menu
under

GENERAL

Time/date »Time & date

»

.

Daylight Saving Time

Suunto Traverse supports Daylight Saving Time (DST) time
adjustments if GPS time is on

You can adjust the Daylight Saving Time setting in the options
menu under GENERAL » Time/date »Time & date.

There are three settings available:

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•

Automatic – automatic DST adjustment based on GPS location

•

Winter time – always winter time (no DST)

•

Summer time – always summer time

3.27 Tones and vibration

Tones and vibration alerts are used for notifications, alarms and
other key events. Both can be adjusted separately in the options
menu under GENERAL » Tones/display » Tones or Vibration.

For each alert type, you can select from the following options:

•

All on: all events trigger tones/vibration

•

All off: no events trigger tones/vibration

•

Buttons off: all events other than pushing buttons trigger tones/
vibration

3.28 Track back

With Suunto Traverse you can retrace your route any time during a
recording with the help of the breadcrumb display.

You can also navigate a track from the logbook with recorded
activities that include GPS data. Follow the same procedure as in

3.20.1 Navigating a route

select a log to start navigating.

. Scroll to Logbook instead of Routes, and

3.29 Weather indicators

In addition to the barometer graph (see

profile

), Suunto Traverse has two weather indicators: weather trend

and storm alarm.

3.2.4 Using barometer

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The weather trend indicator is displayed as a view in the time

21:39

19:36

Tue 4.2.

19:36

Tue 4.2.

display, providing you a quick way to check weather changes.

The weather trend indicator is comprised of two lines forming an
arrow. Each line represents a 3-hour period. A change in barometric
pressure greater than 2 hPa (0.59 inHg) over three hours triggers a
change the direction of the arrow. For example:

pressure dropping heavily over the last six hours
pressure was steady, but rising heavily over the last

three hours
pressure was rising heavily, but dropping heavily

over the last three hours

Storm alarm

A significant drop in barometric pressure typically means a storm is
coming and you should take cover. When the storm alarm is active,
Suunto Traverse sounds an alarm and flashes a storm symbol when
the pressure drops 4 hPa (0.12 inHg) or more during a 3-hour
period.

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The storm alarm is off by default. You can turn it on in the options
menu under ALTI-BARO » Storm alarm.

NOTE: The storm alarm does not work if you have altimeter

profile activated.

When a storm alarm sounds, pressing any button ends the alarm. If
no button is pressed, the alarm repeats once after five minutes. The
storm symbol remains on the display until the weather conditions
stabilize (pressure drop slows down).

A special lap (called 'storm alarm') is generated when a storm alarm
occurs while recording an activity.

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4 CARE AND SUPPORT

4.1 Handling guidelines

Handle the unit with care – do not knock or drop it.
Under normal circumstances the watch does not require servicing.

After use, rinse it with fresh water, mild soap, and carefully clean
the housing with a moist soft cloth or chamois.

Use only original Suunto accessories - damage caused by non­original accessories is not covered by warranty.

TIP: Remember to register your Suunto Traverse at

www.suunto.com/support to get personalized support.

4.2 Water resistance

Suunto Traverse is water resistant to 100 meters (330 feet), which is
equivalent to 10 bars. The meter value relates to an actual diving
depth and is tested in the water pressure used in the course of the
Suunto water resistance test. This means you can use the watch for
swimming and snorkeling, but it should not be used for any form of
diving.

NOTE:

operating depth. The water resistance marking refers to static air/
water tightness withstanding shower, bathing, swimming, poolside
diving and snorkeling.

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Water resistance is not equivalent to functional

To maintain water resistance, it is recommended to:

•

never use the device for other than intended use.

•

contact an authorized Suunto service, distributor or retailer for
any repairs.

•

keep the device clean from dirt and sand.

•

never attempt to open the case yourself.

•

avoid subjecting the device to rapid air and water temperature
changes.

•

always clean your device with fresh water if subjected to salt
water.

•

never knock or drop the device.

4.3 Charging the battery

The duration on a single charge depends on how Suunto Traverse is
used and in what conditions. Low temperatures, for example,
reduce the duration of a single charge. In general, the capacity of
rechargeable batteries decreases over time.

NOTE:

battery, Suunto warranty covers the battery replacement for one
year or for at maximum 300 charging times, whichever comes first.

The battery icon indicates the charge level of the battery. When the
battery charge level is less than 10%, the battery icon blinks for 30
seconds. When the battery charge level is less than 2%, the battery
icon blinks continuously.

In case of abnormal capacity decrease due to defective

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Tuesday

20.9

16:30

100%
76-100%
51-75%
26-50%
0-25%

<

10%

<

2%

30sec

When battery level drops very low during a recording, the watch
stops and saves the recording. The watch can still show time, but
buttons are deactivated.

Charge the battery by attaching it to your computer with the
supplied USB cable, or charge with a USB-compatible wall charger.
It takes approximately 2-3 hours to fully charge an empty battery.

TIP: You can change the GPS fix interval during a recording to

save battery life. See 3.16.3 GPS accuracy and power saving.

4.4 Getting support

To get additional support, visit www.suunto.com/support. There
you will find a comprehensive range of support materials, including
Questions and Answers and instruction videos. You can also post
questions directly to Suunto or email/call Suunto support
professionals.

There are also many how-to videos on the Suunto YouTube channel
at www.youtube.com/user/MovesCountbySuunto.

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We recommend registering your product to get the best
personalized support from Suunto.

To get support from Suunto:

1. Register at www.suunto.com/support/MySuunto, or if you have

already, login and add Suunto Traverse to My Products.

2. Visit Suunto.com (www.suunto.com/support) to see if you

question has been asked/answered already.

3.

Go to CONTACT SUUNTO to submit a question or call us at any
of the listed support numbers.

Alternatively, send us an email to [e-mail]. Please
include the product name, serial number and a detailed
description of the issue.

Suunto’s qualified customer support staff will help you and, if
needed, troubleshoot your product during the call.

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5 REFERENCE

5.1 Technical specifications

General

•

operating temperature: -20° C to +60° C (-5° F to +140° F)

•

battery charging temperature: 0° C to +35° C (+32° F to +95° F)

•

storage temperature: -30° C to +60° C (-22° F to +140° F)

•

weight: ~80g (2.8 oz)

•

water resistance: 100 m (300 ft)

•

glass: mineral crystal

•

power: rechargeable lithium-ion battery

•

Battery life: ~10 - 100 hours depending on selected GPS accuracy;
~14 days with GPS off

Memory

•

Points of Interest (POIs): max. 250

Radio receiver

•

Bluetooth® Smart compatible

•

communication frequency: 2.4 GHz

•

range: ~3 m (9.8 ft)

Barometer

•

display range: 950 to 1060 hPa (28.05 to 31.30 inHg)

•

resolution: 1 hPa (0.03 inHg)

Altimeter

•

display range: -500 m to 9999 m (-1640 ft to 32805 ft)

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•

resolution: 1 m (3 ft)

Thermometer

•

display range: -20° C to +60° C (-4° F to +140° F)

•

resolution: 1°

Chronograph

•

resolution: 1 s until 9:59'59, after that 1 min

Compass

•

resolution: 1 degree (18 mils)

•

accuracy: +/- 5 degrees

GPS

•

technology: SiRF star V

•

resolution: 1 m (3 ft)

5.2 Compliance

5.2.1 CE

Suunto Oy hereby declares that this product is in compliance with
the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC.

5.2.2 FCC compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation. This product has

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been tested to comply with FCC standards and is intended for home
or office use.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Suunto could
void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations.

5.2.3 IC

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference

that may cause undesired operation of the device.

5.2.4 NOM-121-SCT1-2009

The operation of this equipment is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) it is possible that this equipment or device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment or device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the equipment or device.

5.3 Trademark

Suunto Traverse, its logos, and other Suunto brand trademarks and
made names are registered or unregistered trademarks of Suunto
Oy. All rights are reserved.

5.4 Patent notice

This product is protected by pending patent applications and their
corresponding national rights: US 7,271,774 , US 7,324,002, US

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13/794,468, US 14/195,670. Additional patent applications have
been filed.

5.5 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.

Warranty Period

The Limited Warranty Period starts at the date of original retail
purchase. The Warranty Period is two (2) years for Products unless
otherwise specified.

The Warranty Period is one (1) year for accessories including but not
limited to wireless sensors and transmitters, chargers, cables,
rechargeable batteries, straps, bracelets and hoses.

Exclusions and Limitations

This Limited Warranty does not cover:

1. a) normal wear and tear such as scratches, abrasions, or

alteration of the color and/or material of non-metallic straps, b)
defects caused by rough handling, or c) defects or damage
resulting from use contrary to intended or recommended use,
improper care, negligence, and accidents such as dropping or
crushing;

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2. printed materials and packaging;

3. defects or alleged defects caused by use with any product,

accessory, software and/or service not manufactured or supplied
by Suunto;

4. non-rechargeable batteries.
Suunto does not warrant that the operation of the Product or

accessory will be uninterrupted or error free, or that the Product or
accessory will work with any hardware or software provided by a
third party.

This Limited Warranty is not enforceable if the Product or accessory:

1. has been opened beyond intended use;

2. has been repaired using unauthorized spare parts; modified or

repaired by unauthorized Service Center;

3. serial number has been removed, altered or made illegible in

any way, as determined at the sole discretion of Suunto; or

4. has been exposed to chemicals including but not limited to

sunscreen and mosquito repellents.

Access to Suunto warranty service

You must provide proof of purchase to access Suunto warranty
service. For instructions how to obtain warranty service, visit
www.suunto.com/warranty, contact your local authorized Suunto
retailer, or call Suunto Contact Center.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable mandatory laws,
this Limited Warranty is your sole and exclusive remedy and is in
lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. Suunto shall not

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be liable for special, incidental, punitive or consequential damages,
including but not limited to loss of anticipated benefits, loss of
data, loss of use, cost of capital, cost of any substitute equipment or
facilities, claims of third parties, damage to property resulting from
the purchase or use of the item or arising from breach of the
warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict tort, or any legal or
equitable theory, even if Suunto knew of the likelihood of such
damages. Suunto shall not be liable for delay in rendering warranty
service.

5.6 Copyright

Copyright © Suunto Oy. All rights reserved. Suunto, Suunto product
names, their logos and other Suunto brand trademarks and names
are registered or unregistered trademarks of Suunto Oy. This
document and its contents are proprietary to Suunto Oy and are
intended solely for the use of clients to obtain knowledge and
information regarding the operation of Suunto products. Its
contents shall not be used or distributed for any other purpose
and/or otherwise communicated, disclosed or reproduced without
the prior written consent of Suunto Oy. While we have taken great
care to ensure that information contained in this documentation is
both comprehensive and accurate, no warranty of accuracy is
expressed or implied. This document content is subject to change at
any time without notice. The latest version of this documentation
can be downloaded at www.suunto.com.

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INDEX

A

acivity

starting a recording, 48

activities

sport modes, 46

activity monitor

recovery time, 12

alarm clock, 67

snooze, 67

Alti & Baro

Automatic profile, 21
profiles, 18
reference value, 18

Alti-baro, 13

altimeter profile, 20
barometer profile, 20

Alti-Baro

correct readings, 16
reference value, 16

altitude

during a recording, 53
altitude reference value, 16
autopause, 22

B

backlight, 22

brightness, 22
mode, 22

battery

charging, 73

bearing

bearing lock, 27
button lock, 23
buttons, 7

C

calibrating

compass, 25
care, 72
charging, 8
compass, 24

bearing lock, 27

calibrating, 25

declination, 26
countdown timer, 29
current location, 55

D

display

invert display, 30

invert display, 30

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displays, 29

show/hide displays, 29

during a recording, 50

navigating, 52

F

find back, 32
flashlight, 22
FusedAlti, 16, 31

G

GPS, 41

GPS signal, 41
GPS accuracy, 44
grids, 43

H

handling, 72
heart rate belt, 46
heart rate memory, 46
heart rate sensor, 46

pairing, 47

I

icons, 32

L

laps, 51
logbook, 35

M

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memory left indicator, 37
Movescount, 37, 38

Suunto App, 65
Suunto App Designer, 65
Suunto App Zone, 65

Moveslink, 37

N

navigating

find back, 32
point of interest (POI), 53
route, 58

P

pairing

heart rate sensor, 47

point of interest (POI)

adding, 56
deleting, 57
navigating, 53

position formats, 43

R

recording tracks, 51
route

navigating, 58

routes

adding a route, 57
deleting a route, 57

S

sea level pressure value, 16
service menu, 61
settings, 10

adjust settings, 10
software, 63
sport mode, 48

during a recording, 50
sport modes, 63
startup wizard, 8
stopwatch, 64
support, 74
Suunto App, 65
Suunto App Designer, 65
Suunto App Zone, 65
Suunto Movescount App, 38

syncing, 40
Suunto Smart Sensor, 46

T

time, 66

alarm clock, 67

Daylight Saving Time, 67

GPS time, 67
timers

countdown timer, 29
tones, 69
Track back, 69

V

vibration, 69

W

waypoints, 58
weather

storm alarm, 69
weather trend, 69

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