User manual SUUNTO ELEMENTUM VENTUS

[. . . ] 23 en 3 1 GETTING STARTED In Suunto Elementum Ventus there are two modes: TIME and SAILING mode. Press [C] to activate it. In TIME mode the watch functions as a normal watch. COMPASS view helps you to orient yourself in relation to magnetic North. View air pressure recordings in MEMORY. 1. 1 Changing general settings To change the general settings: 1. [. . . ] The race timer is used for measuring the time used in a sailing competition. Press [A] to stop/start the race timer again. 2. 3 Compass view COMPASS view allows you to orient yourself in relation to magnetic North. Suunto Elementum Ventus has a tilt compensated compass which means that the reading is steady even if the compass is tilted. Press [B] or [C] to deactivate COMPASS view. 12 NOTE: COMPASS view will automatically disappear after 60 s. NOTE: COMPASS cannot be accessed from SAILING mode when the sailing timer countdown is on. en 2. 3. 1 Calibrating compass To check the compass accuracy: Go to COMPASS view and keep the device level and the display upwards. If the reading changes more than 20º, you need to calibrate the compass. NOTE: Avoid any metal or magnetic fields as they disturb the calibration. The sequences follow each other automatically, so read all the instructions before starting the calibration. Keep the device level and rotate the compass until the outer rim segments of the display are filled and you hear the confirmation sound. Text 'LEVEL' is blinking on the display when the device is not leveled. The tilt calibration starts automatically after a successful level calibration. Keep the device tilted 90º until you hear the confirmation sound. The device informs 'OK' when the calibration is successful. NOTE: The device informs 'FAIL' if the calibration does not succeed. TIP: Buckle the device strap, place the support cushion inside the strap and put it in the package so that the device is level. Perform the calibration on a table, which does not contain metal. 14 3 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Handle the unit with care ­ do not knock or drop it. After use, rinse it with fresh water, mild soap and carefully clean the housing with a moist soft cloth or chamois. If you need to adjust the metal bracelet length or replace the strap/bracelet, contact your nearest watch store to get the needed adjustments correctly done for you. NOTE: Do not use detergents or solvents of any kind as they might cause damage to the unit. Contact an authorized Suunto service, distributor or retailer for any repairs. 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. 18 4. 4 Patent notice This product is protected by pending patent application US 12/153, 505. Other patents have been applied for. en 4. 5 Disposal of device Please dispose of the device in an appropriate way, treating it as electronic waste. If you wish, you may return the device to your nearest Suunto representative. 19 5 WARRANTY SUUNTO LIMITED WARRANTY FOR WRISTOP COMPUTERS, DIVING COMPUTERS, PRECISION INSTRUMENTS, WATCHES, MARINE COMPASSES AND FIELD COMPASSES This Limited Warranty is valid as of January 1st, 2008. Suunto warrants that during the Warranty Period Suunto or a Suunto Authorized Service Center (hereinafter referred to as Service Center) will, at its sole discretion, remedy defects in materials or workmanship free of charge either by a) repairing the Product or the parts, or b) replacing the Product or the parts, or c) refunding the purchase price of the Product, subject to the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty. [. . . ] These documents can be required for the access to Suunto warranty service. 22 Please access and review the online help resources available at www. suunto. com or referred to in the Product manual before seeking warranty service. If a claim under this Limited Warranty appears to be necessary, please return your wristop computer either through Suunto Service Request available at www. suunto. com or contact your local authorized Suunto retailer. For all other Products covered by this Limited Warranty, contact your local authorized Suunto retailer ­ for contact information please visit the Suunto website www. suunto. com or call the Suunto Help Desk +358 2 284 1160 (national or premium rates may apply) for further details and instructions how to bring your Product for Warranty Service. Please, use prepaid fright, when shipping your Product to your local authorized Suunto retailer. en Other important notices Please remember to take backup copies of all important content and data stored in your Product because content and data may be lost during repair or replacement of the Product. [. . . ]