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Suunto X9 Operation Manual

SHORTCUTS
DAY LIGHT
SHORTCUTS
SHORTCUTS
ROUTE INFO
SHORTCUTS
GPS refresh
SUMMARY
SHORTCUTS
GPS refresh
TIME
ALTI/BARO
COMPASS
NAVIGATION
ACTIVITY
ALL MODES
ALARM TIME/DATE UNITS GENERAL
REFERENCE USE BARO MEM ALARM
DECLINATION CALIBRATE
NAVIGATE ROUTE NAVIDATA TRACK BACK XTE ALARM REFERENCE GPS fix
ACTIVITY GPS fix REFERENCE MEMORY
GPS MARK Memp MARK HOME FIND HOME POSITION
ALARM LIST
TIME/DATE DUAL TIME SYNC UTC
TIME DATE TEMP PRESS ALTITUDE VERT DISTANCE SPEED POSITION DATUM GRID
LIGHT BRIGHT CONTRAST TONES INFO
ALTITUDE SEA LEVEL
PRESSURE - TEMPERATURE GRAPH
ALTITUDE BARO AL
CREATE My Points ROUTE LIST
NAVIDATA LIST
ALTITUDE SEA LEVEL
ALTITUDE SEA LEVEL
MEMORY LIST
BUTTONS
ENTER Short press
ENTER Long press
START/DATA Short press
STOP/BACK Short press
STOP/BACK Long press
UP/DOWN
route
CREATE WP SELECT WP LIST ERASE
VIEW ERASE TRACK BACK
wp
VIEW EDIT LINK WP UPDATE ERASE
CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACTS
Suunto Oy Phone +358 9 875870
Fax +358 9 87587301
Suunto USA Phone 1 (800) 543-9124
Canada Phone 1 (800) 776-7770
European Call Center Phone +358 2 284 11 60
PC-related questions softwarehelpdesk@suunto.com
Suunto Website www.suunto.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................................... 6
1.1 CHECKLIST ................................................................................................. 6
1.2 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................................... 6
1.3 WATER RESISTANCE ................................................................................ 7
1.4 CHARGING THE BATTERY ........................................................................ 7
2. HOW TO USE YOUR SUUNTO X9 ........................................................... 10
2.1 DISPLAY AND BUTTONS ......................................................................... 10
2.1.1 Mode indicator ................................................................................. 10
2.1.2 Battery level Indicator ...................................................................... 10
2.1.3 Alarm symbols ................................................................................. 10
2.1.4 GPS reception indicator .................................................................. 10
2.2 MENUS ................................................................................................... 12
2.2.1 Basic menu structure ....................................................................... 12
2.2.2 Press and long press ....................................................................... 13
2.2.3 Navigating in the menus ................................................................. 13
3. MODES ....................................................................................................... 14
3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................................ 14
3.2 TIME MODE ............................................................................................... 14
3.2.1 Main display .................................................................................... 14
3.2.2 Stopwatch ........................................................................................ 15
3.2.3 Alarm ............................................................................................... 15
3.2.4 Time/Date ........................................................................................ 17
3.2.5 Units ................................................................................................ 19
3.2.6 Setting the position format ............................................................... 22
3.2.7 General ............................................................................................ 24
3.3 ALTI/BARO MODE ..................................................................................... 26
3.3.1 Use .................................................................................................. 26
3.3.2 Alti use ............................................................................................. 27
3.3.3 Baro use .......................................................................................... 28
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3.3.4 Alti/Baro data display ....................................................................... 28
3.3.5 Reference altitude and barometric pressure .................................... 29
3.3.6 Barometric Memory ......................................................................... 30
3.3.7 Alarm ............................................................................................... 31
3.4 COMPASS MODE ...................................................................................... 33
3.4.1 Main display ..................................................................................... 33
3.4.2 Calibrating the compass ..................................................................34
3.4.3 Declination ....................................................................................... 36
3.5 NAVIGATION MODE ................................................................................. 37
3.5.1 Using the Navigation mode .............................................................. 37
3.5.2 Main display ..................................................................................... 38
3.5.3 Creating a route ............................................................................... 39
3.5.4 Using a route ................................................................................... 42
3.5.5 Editing routes and waypoints ........................................................... 46
3.5.6 Navigation data displays .................................................................. 48
3.5.7 Navidata ........................................................................................... 50
3.5.8 Track Back (Active track) ................................................................. 51
3.5.9 XTE alarm ........................................................................................ 52
3.5.10 Reference altitude and barometric pressure .................................. 52
3.5.11 GPS fix ........................................................................................... 52
3.6 ACTIVITY MODE ....................................................................................... 53
3.6.1 Main Display ....................................................................................53
3.6.2 Activity ............................................................................................. 54
3.6.3 GPS fix ............................................................................................. 55
3.6.4 Reference altitude and barometric pressure .................................... 56
3.6.5 Memory ............................................................................................ 56
3.6.6 Track back (track log) ......................................................................58
3.6.7 Activity data display ......................................................................... 59
3.7 FUNCTION MENU ..................................................................................... 60
3.7.1 GPS ................................................................................................. 60
3.7.2 Mark Memp ...................................................................................... 60
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3.7.3 Mark Home ...................................................................................... 61
3.7.4 Find Home ....................................................................................... 61
3.7.5 Position ............................................................................................ 63
4. SUUNTO X9 IN ACTION ............................................................................ 64
4.1 MONT BLANC CLIMBING ......................................................................... 64
4.1.1 Arrival and initial preparations ......................................................... 64
4.1.2 First hiking day ................................................................................ 65
4.1.3 Second hiking day ........................................................................... 67
4.2 CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING .................................................................. 69
5. GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) .................................................. 70
5.1 HOW TO ENSURE GOOD POSITION MEASUREMENT ......................... 70
6. SUUNTO TREK MANAGER ....................................................................... 73
6.1 INSTALLATION .......................................................................................... 73
6.2 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................... 73
6.3 PC INTERFACE ......................................................................................... 73
6.4 SUUNTO TREK MANAGER FEATURES .................................................. 74
6.4.1 X9 window (1) .................................................................................. 75
6.4.2 Local Data window (2) ..................................................................... 76
6.4.3 Map window (3) ............................................................................... 78
6.4.4 Profiles window (4) .......................................................................... 79
6.4.5 Information window (5) .................................................................... 79
6.4.6 SuuntoSports window (6) ................................................................ 79
7. SUUNTOSPORTS.COM ............................................................................. 80
7.1 GETTING STARTED ................................................................................. 80
7.2 SECTIONS ................................................................................................. 81
7.3 MY SUUNTO .............................................................................................. 81
7.4 COMMUNITIES .......................................................................................... 81
7.5 SPORT FORUMS ...................................................................................... 82
8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................. 83
9. GPS DATUM LIST ...................................................................................... 84
10. LOCAL GRID LIST .................................................................................... 92
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11. GLOSSARY .............................................................................................. 93
12. DISCLAIMERS ......................................................................................... 95
12.1 USER’S RESPONSIBILITY ...................................................................... 95
12.2 COPYRIGHT, TRADEMARK AND PATENT NOTICE .............................95
12.3 CE ............................................................................................................ 95
12.4 LIMITS OF LIABILITY AND ISO 9001 COMPLIANCE ............................. 95
12.5 AFTER SALES SERVICE ........................................................................ 96
12.6 DISCLAIMER ........................................................................................... 96
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION

The Suunto X9 wristop computer is a reliable high-precision electronic instrument intended for recreational use. Suunto X9 should not be substituted for obtaining measurements that require professional or industrial precision.
NOTE: Do not use Suunto X9 as the only navigation aid. Use all available navigation aids such as maps, compass, visual sightings etc. and compare them with the Suunto X9 navigation information. Make sure all conflicting information is resolved before continuing with navigation.
NOTE: Read this instruction manual carefully and make sure you understand the use, displays and limitations of this instrument before using it.

1.1. CHECKLIST

Make sure the package contains the following items:
• Suunto X9
• Docking Station
• Charger
• PC-interface cable
• CD containing the Suunto Trek Manager software and the user guide
• Suunto X9 Quick Guide
• Suunto X9 Pocket Guide Should any of these be missing from the package, contact the resale agent who sold you the package.

1.2. CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Only perform the procedures described in this manual. Never attempt to disassemble or service your Suunto X9. Protect your Suunto X9 from shocks, extreme heat and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. If not in use, store your Suunto X9 in a clean and dry environment at room temperature. Your Suunto X9 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 your Suunto X9 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 area around the sensor free of dirt and sand. Never insert any objects into the sensor opening.
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1.3. WATER RESISTANCE

Suunto X9 is water resistant. Its water resistance is tested to 100m/330ft according to ISO 2281 standard (www.iso.ch). This means that you can use the Suunto X9 for swimming or other water sports activities but it should not be used for scuba diving or freediving.
NOTE: Do not push the buttons under any circumstances while swimming or in contact with water. Deliberate or unintentional depression of the buttons while the unit is submerged could cause the unit to malfunction.
NOTE: Large amounts of water and dirt under the cover of Suunto X9 may disturb the satellite signal reception.

1.4. CHARGING THE BATTERY

Suunto X9 is equipped with an internal rechargeable battery. You can recharge the battery approximately 500 times. The life expectancy of a single charge can range from 4-5 hours (with heavy usage of the GPS, backlight, compass and data storage functions) to over 2 months if you only use Time and/or Alti/Baro mode. When the battery level indicator on the display reaches the red zone, the battery voltage is low and you should recharge the battery. Do not attempt to replace the battery, as this will void warranty. Take your Suunto X9 to an authorized Suunto dealer for a battery replacement. 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.
WARNING: This Suunto product contains a Li-ion battery. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts or dispose of in fire or water. Only use manufacturer specified batteries. Recycle or dispose of used batteries properly.
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Charging the battery with a mains charger
1. Place your Suunto X9 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 level indicator is full, disconnect the charger from the electric outlet. Your Suunto X9 is now ready for use.
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Charging the battery with a 9 V battery
1. Open the battery compartment of the docking station.
2. Insert a 9 V battery.
3. Place your Suunto X9 on the docking station with the display facing up.
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2. HOW TO USE YOUR SUUNTO X9

2.1. DISPLAY AND BUTTONS

2.1.1. Mode indicator

On the left side of the display there is a mode indicator that shows you the currently active mode. The mode indicator displays the modes from the top down in the following order: TIME, ALTI/BARO, COMPASS, NAVIGATION and ACTIVITY. The active mode is indicated by the moving segment next to the indicator bar.

2.1.2. Battery level Indicator

On the right side of the display there is a battery level indicator. When the indicator is in the red zone, the battery needs recharging. When the battery is being recharged, the indicator moves up continuously until the battery is full, and the indicator is shown in full length.

2.1.3. Alarm symbols

Suunto X9 can display three different alarm symbols: Time, weather and altitude. When you set a time alarm, its symbol is displayed at the right side of the lower horizontal dot line. When you set the weather alarm, its symbol appears underneath the left side of the dot line. When you set the altitude alarm, its symbol appears on top of the left side of the dot line¨

2.1.4. GPS reception indicator

When the GPS is set on, the GPS reception indicator appears on the upper horizontal dotted line of the display. Once the GPS is on but does not have satellite reception, an empty, rectangular and blinking dot is displayed. When the GPS has a fix, 1 to 5 filled rectangular dots are displayed. The quantity depends on the reception quality. More dots represent better satellite coverage and signal reception.
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GPS signal
Battery level
START/DATA
UP
Mode indicator
Altitude alarm
STOP/BACK
Weather alarm
Navigation method
ENTER
DOWN
Time alarm
Activity status
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2.2. MENUS

2.2.1. Basic menu structure

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SHORTCUTS
DAY LIGHT
SHORTCUTS
SHORTCUTS
ROUTE INFO
SHORTCUTS
GPS refresh
SUMMARY
SHORTCUTS
GPS refresh
TIME
ALTI/BARO
COMPASS
NAVIGATION
ACTIVITY
ALL MODES
ALARM TIME/DATE UNITS GENERAL
REFERENCE USE BARO MEM ALARM
DECLINATION CALIBRATE
NAVIGATE ROUTE NAVIDATA TRACK BACK XTE ALARM REFERENCE GPS fix
ACTIVITY GPS fix REFERENCE MEMORY
GPS MARK Memp MARK HOME FIND HOME POSITION
ALARM LIST
TIME/DATE DUAL TIME SYNC UTC
TIME DATE TEMP PRESS ALTITUDE VERT DISTANCE SPEED POSITION DATUM GRID
LIGHT BRIGHT CONTRAST TONES INFO
ALTITUDE SEA LEVEL
PRESSURE - TEMPERATURE GRAPH
ALTITUDE BARO AL
CREATE My Points ROUTE LIST
NAVIDATA LIST
ALTITUDE SEA LEVEL
ALTITUDE SEA LEVEL
MEMORY LIST
BUTTONS
ENTER Short press
ENTER Long press
START/DATA Short press
STOP/BACK Short press
STOP/BACK Long press
UP/DOWN
route
CREATE WP SELECT WP LIST ERASE
VIEW ERASE TRACK BACK
wp
VIEW EDIT LINK WP UPDATE ERASE
The menus are organized hierarchically under the modes. When you select a mode with UP/DOWN, first the name of the mode is displayed, then its main display opens. When you scroll from one mode to another quickly, only the names of the modes are displayed. When you press ENTER in the mode's main display, the mode's Set menu opens. The Set menu has several functions, all of which have sub-functions or settings. When you long press ENTER in the main display of any mode, the Function menu opens. It is identical in all the modes. For more information on the Function menu, see section 3.8 Function Menu.

2.2.2. Press and long press

The buttons may have different functions depending on how long you press them. The press means that the button is pressed quickly. The long press means that the button is pressed for more than 2 seconds.

2.2.3. Navigating in the menus To navigate in the menus:

1. Scroll the menu items with the UP/DOWN buttons located on the right side of Suunto X9. 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.
2. To move deeper in the hierarchy, select a menu item and press ENTER.
3. To return one step up in the hierarchy, press STOP/BACK. Remember that if you only press STOP/BACK, the changes made in the menu are not saved. First you have to accept the changes with ENTER.
4. If you want to return directly to the main display of the active mode, press either ENTER (saves the changes) or STOP/BACK (discards the last change) for more than 2 seconds.
Suunto X9 has been designed to guide you as much as possible when you navigate in the menus. When you perform a function, Suunto X9 often automatically returns to the menu item that you are likely to use next.
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3. MODES

3.1. GENERAL INFORMATION

Suunto X9 has five different modes: Time, Alti/Baro, Compass, Navigation and Activity. You can switch between the modes with UP/DOWN. Each mode has several sub­modes. The mode indicator on the left side of the display indicates the active mode.

3.2. TIME MODE

The Time mode includes normal watch functions such as time, date, alarm and stopwatch. In the Time menu you can select the measuring units for the data displayed in other modes, adjust the general settings such as display contrast and button tones and define the GPS position format to match the maps you normally use.

3.2.1. Main display

Shortcuts:
When you select the Time mode, the main display opens. It has three rows:
Date:
The first row displays the date in the selected format. (For more information on changing the date format, see section
3.2.5. Units.)
Time:
The second row displays the time in the selected format. (For more information on changing between 12- and 24-hour displays, see section 3.2.5. Units.)
The third row displays alternatively the stopwatch, the seconds or dual time. Change the displayed information with STOP/BACK. Stopwatch: Displays the stopwatch. (For information on operating the stopwatch, see section 3.2.2. Stopwatch.)
Seconds: Displays the seconds. Dual time: Displays a second time zone. (For more
information on setting the dual time, see section 3.2.4. Time/ Date.)
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3.2.2. Stopwatch

To use the stopwatch:
1. Select the stopwatch shortcut with STOP/BACK.
2. Press START/DATA to start the stopwatch. If you want to record a split time, press START/DATA again. The split time stays on the display for three (3) seconds. Then Suunto X9 returns to showing the running time.
3. Press STOP/BACK to stop the stopwatch. If you have recorded any split times, you can now scroll them with STOP/BACK.
4. To reset the timer, long press STOP/BACK. If the stopwatch has not been reset after stopping the timing, press START/DATA to continue the timing from the end time.
Suunto X9 can display up to 29 split times.
NOTE: When you have used the stopwatch, you cannot select other shortcuts before resetting the timer.
NOTE: The maximum time period you can record with the stopwatch is 20 hours.

3.2.3. Alarm

You can set three independent time alarms. When the alarm is set, the time alarm symbol appears on the main display.
Activating alarms
To activate an alarm:
1. In the Set menu, Alarm is the first menu item. Press ENTER to select it. The Alarm menu displays the status of the alarms. When you open the menu for the first time, the alarm indicators are set to Off as default.
NOTE: You can check the times of sunrise and sunset for reference with START/DATA, in the Alarm List Display. For more information on this, see section 3.3.4. Alti/Baro data display.
2. Scroll to the alarm you want to set and press ENTER. The On/Off field is activated.
3. Press either the UP or DOWN button to change the alarm status to On. Press ENTER. The hour selection is activated. The current time is displayed on the bottom
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row for reference.
4. Set the correct hour with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The minute selection is activated.
5. Set the correct minutes with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The alarm is now set and you return to the Alarm menu.
Deactivating alarms
To deactivate the alarm:
1.In the Set menu, Alarm is the first menu item. Press ENTER to select it.
2.Scroll to the alarm you want to deactivate and press ENTER. The alarm information is displayed and the On/Off field is activated.
3.Press either the UP or DOWN button to change the alarm status to Off and long press ENTER. The alarm symbol disappears from the main display.
Acknowledging alarms
When you hear the alarm, you can acknowledge it by pressing any of the Suunto X9 buttons. If you do not acknowledge the alarm, it will automatically stop sounding after 30 seconds.
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3.2.4. Time/Date

The current time is visible on the second row of the Time mode's main display. The dual time enables you to keep track of another time, for example, another time zone while traveling. The dual time can be displayed as a shortcut on the third row of the Time mode's main display. Scroll to the dual time shortcut with STOP/BACK.
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 function of the Set menu or in the PC. You must always change the dual time manually.
Setting the time and the dual time
To set the time and the dual time:
1. In the Set menu, scroll to Time/Date and press ENTER.
2. Scroll to either Time/Date or Dual time and press ENTER. The hour selection is activated.
NOTE: If the time is displayed in a 12-hour format, the symbol AM or PM is displayed on the 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 12/24­hour format, see section 3.2.5. Units.)
3. Change the hour with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The minute selection is activated.
4. Change the minutes with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. If you are setting the time, the seconds are activated. With dual time you can only set the hours and minutes. The seconds are synchronized from the current time setting.
5. Press DOWN to zero the seconds. If you want to set specific seconds, press and hold UP and the seconds start running. When the seconds are correct, press ENTER. The date selection is activated.
6. Change the day with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The month selection is activated.
7. Change the month with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The year selection is activated.
8. Change the year with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. You return to the Time/Date menu.
NOTE: When you set the seconds for the time, they are automatically updated in the dual time as well.
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Sync
When the Sync setting is on, Suunto X9 sychronizes the current time from the satellite signal every time the GPS is activated. You will also have to set the correct UTC Offset for your time zone. If Sync is off, the manually set time is not automatically updated.
To set the time synchronization:
1.In the Set menu, scroll to Time/Date and press ENTER.
2.Scroll to Sync and press ENTER. The On/Off field is activated.
3.Change the On/Off status with UP/DOWN and long press ENTER. The time synchronization is now set. You return to the Time mode’s main display.
UTC offset
You can set the UTC offset at 0,5 hour intervals depending on the time zone. For time zones other than Greenwich time (GMT) + full or half-hours, you have to set the time manually and keep Sync off.
To set the UTC offset:
1.In the Set menu, scroll to Time/Date and press ENTER.
2.Select UTC with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The offset
field is activated and it shows either plus or minus hours from
the GMT.
3.Adjust the offset with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The
UTC offset is now set.
4.Press STOP/BACK to return to the Set menu.
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3.2.5. Units

The Units menu includes the unit and format settings used with all the Suunto X9 functions. They have an effect on how the information is displayed in all the modes.
Setting the time format
The time format setting defines whether the 12h or 24h format is used. To change the time format:
1. In the Set menu, scroll to Units and press ENTER. The Units menu is displayed.
2. Time is the first menu item. Press ENTER to select it. The time format field is activated.
3. Select the desired time format with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The time format is now set.
Setting the date format
The date setting defines the format in which the date is displayed. The possible formats are
:
• DD.MM: Day before the month (27.11).
• MM.DD: Month before the day (11.27).
To change the date format:
1. In the Set menu, scroll to Units and press ENTER. The Units menu is displayed.
2. Scroll to Date and press ENTER. The date format field is activated.
3. Select the desired date format with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The date format is now set.
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Setting the temperature unit
The Temp setting defines the unit in which the temperature is displayed. The options are Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F). To change the temperature unit:
1.In the Set menu, scroll to Units and press ENTER. The Units menu is displayed.
2.Scroll to Tem p and press ENTER. The temperature unit field is activated.
3.Select the desired unit with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The temperature unit is now set.
Setting the barometric pressure unit
The Press setting defines the unit in which the barometric pressure is displayed. The options are hPa and inHg. To change the barometric pressure unit:
1.In the Set menu, scroll to Units and press ENTER. The Units menu is displayed.
2.Scroll to Press and press ENTER. The barometric pressure unit field is activated.
3.Select the desired unit with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The barometric pressure unit is now set.
Setting the altitude unit
The Altitude setting defines the unit in which the altitude is displayed. The options are meters (m) and feet (ft). To change the altitude unit:
1.In the Set menu, scroll to Units and press ENTER. The Units menu is displayed.
2.Scroll to Altitude and press ENTER. The altitude unit field is activated.
3.Select the desired unit with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The altitude unit is now set.
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Setting the vertical speed unit
The Vert setting defines the unit that the altimeter uses. The options are meters per minute (m/min), meters per hour (m/h), feet per minute (ft/min) and feet per hour (ft/h). To change the vertical speed unit:
1. In the Set menu, scroll to Units and press ENTER. The Units menu is displayed.
2. Scroll to Vert and press ENTER. The vertical speed unit field is activated.
3. Select the desired unit with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The vertical speed unit is now set.
Setting the distance unit The Distance setting defines the unit in which the distance is displayed. The options are kilometers (km) and miles (mi). To change the distance unit:
1. In the Set menu, scroll to Units and press ENTER. The Units menu is displayed.
2. Scroll to Distance and press ENTER. The distance unit selection is activated.
3. Select the desired unit with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The distance unit is now set.
Setting the speed unit
The Speed setting defines the unit in which the speed is displayed. The options are kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). To change the speed unit:
1. In the Set menu, scroll to Units and press ENTER. The Units menu is displayed.
2. Scroll to Speed and press ENTER. The speed unit field is activated.
3. Select the desired unit with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The speed unit is now set.
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Setting the datum
The Datum setting defines the map datum you use. (For more information on different datums and their corresponding numbers, see the GPS Datum List appendix.) To set the datum:
1.In the Set menu, scroll to Units and press ENTER. The Units menu is displayed.
2.Scroll to Datum and press ENTER.
3.Select the desired datum number with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The datum format is now set.
Grid
The Grid setting defines the grid you use. (For more information on different grids, see the Local Grid List appendix.) To set the grid:
1.In the Set menu, scroll to Units and press ENTER. The Units menu is displayed.
2.Scroll to Grid and press ENTER.
3.Select the desired grid with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The grid format is now set.

3.2.6. Setting the position format

The Position setting defines the format in which position coordinates are displayed. The setting has four options:
• deg: Degrees (second picture from the left)
• dm: Degrees and minutes (middle)
• grid: Local metric grid (second from the right, the picture displays the Swiss grid)
• utm: Global UTM (first from the right)
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To set the position format:
1. In the Set menu, scroll to Units and press ENTER. The Units menu is displayed.
2. Scroll to Position and press ENTER.
3. Select the desired format with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The position format is now set.
The following table shows you the possible position formats and whether they use a datum or a grid.
Pos. format Datum Grid
Deg Set No adjustment required
Dm Set No adjustment required
Grid No adjustment required Set
UTM No adjustment required No adjustment required
Set: This means that you have to set the correct datum/grid. No adjustment required: This means that this selection does not have any effect so
you do not have to adjust it.
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3.2.7. General

The General menu contains several general settings for your Suunto X9.
Setting the light
With the Light setting you can adjust the backlight of the Suunto X9 display. It has three possible settings:
• Normal: The light switches on when you press START/DATA for more than 2 seconds, when an alarm is activated or when you reach a waypoint. The light stays on as long as a selection is active and for 5 seconds after the last press of a 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.
• Off: The light does not switch on from any button or during an alarm.
To change the light settings:
1.In the Set menu, scroll to General and press ENTER. The General menu is displayed.
2.Light is the first menu item. Press ENTER to select it. The current light setting is displayed in reversed color.
3.Select the suitable light setting with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The light settings are now ready.
Setting the brightness
This setting adjusts the brightness of the Suunto X9 backlight. The brightness is measured on a scale of 1 to 7. Brighter backlight consumes more battery power.
To change the brightness:
1.In the Set menu, scroll to General and press ENTER. The General menu is displayed.
2.Scroll to Bright and press ENTER. The brightness setting is activated.
3.Change the value with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The brightness is now set.
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Setting the contrast
This setting adjusts the contrast of the Suunto X9 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 General and press ENTER. The General menu is displayed.
2. Scroll to Contrast and press ENTER. The contrast setting is activated.
3. Change the value with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. The contrast is now set.
Setting the tones
Tones are the sounds that indicate that you have successfully pressed the buttons. You can set the tones to On or Off. To set the tones:
1. In the Set menu, scroll to General and press ENTER. The General menu is displayed.
2. Scroll to Tones and press ENTER. The On/Off field is activated.
3. Change the value of the field to either On or Off with UP/ DOWN and press ENTER. The tones are now set.
Setting the display information
When the Info function is on and you scroll to a mode with UP/DOWN, the name of the mode appears on the display for a second before the main display opens. When it is off, the main display opens straight away. To turn the display information on or off:
1. In the Set menu, scroll to General and press ENTER. The General menu is displayed.
2. Scroll to Info and press ENTER. The display information setting is activated.
3. Change the value of the field to either On or Off with UP/ DOWN and press ENTER. The display information is now set.
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3.3.ALTI/BARO MODE

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

3.3.1. Use

With this function you can set Suunto X9 to display either barometric or altitude-related information. When the Alti use is active, Suunto X9 assumes that all the barometric pressure changes are due to altitude changes. Alti is intended for measuring altitude whenever you are on the move. However, since substantial barometric pressure changes can take place during a day, you should compare the changes reported by Suunto X9 to well-known references. If these differ from each other too much, the reason is the weather change and you should set a new reference value as advised in section 3.3.5. Reference altitude and barometric pressure. A general rule is that a 10 m change in altitude equals 1,2 hPa in the barometric pressure at sea level and 0,5 hPa at 8000 m. When the Baro use is active, Suunto X9 assumes that all the barometric pressure changes are due to weather changes. Baro use is practical for following and predicting weather trends when staying in a constant altitude. When the GPS is on, the device uses the atmospheric pressure to measure the altitude reading just like when Alti is set, regardless of which display is selected, Alti or Baro.
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To change the Use setting:
1. In the Set menu, scroll to Use and press ENTER. The Alti/ Baro field is activated.
2. Select alti or baro with UP/DOWN and press ENTER.
3. Press STOP/BACK to return to the main display.

3.3.2. Alti use

When you select Alti, the following main display opens. It has three rows:
Vertical speed:
The first row displays the vertical speed in the unit of your choice. For more information on setting the vertical speed unit, see section 3.2.5. Units.
Altitude:
The second row displays your altitude from the sea level.
Shortcuts:
The third row displays alternatively the temperature, absolute barometric pressure (abs) or time. Change the displayed information with STOP/BACK.
• Temperature: Displays the temperature in the unit of your choice. (For more information on defining the temperature unit, see section 3.2.5. Units.)
• Absolute barometric pressure (abs): Displays the actual barometric pressure in your current location.
• Time: Displays the current time
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3.3.3.Baro use

When you select Baro, the following main display opens. It has three rows:
Sea level barometric pressure:
The first row displays the barometric pressure at sea level in the unit of your choice.
Barometric pressure graph:
The second row shows a graphical presentation of the barometric pressure development during the last 6 hours in
15-minute intervals.
Shortcuts:
The third row displays alternatively the temperature, absolute barometric pressure (abs) or time. Change the displayed information with STOP/BACK.
• Temperature: Displays the temperature in the unit of your choice. (For more information on defining the temperature unit, see section 3.2.5. Units.)
• Absolute barometric pressure (abs): Displays the actual pressure in your current location.
• Time: Displays the current time.

3.3.4. Alti/Baro data display

The Alti/Baro data display shows you the times of sunrise (tsr) and sunset (tss) on the present day, calculated for your last recorded coordinates. To activate the display, press START/ DATA in the Alti/Baro mode’s main display. To exit the display, press START/DATA again.
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