User manual SUUNTO OBSERVER SR BLACK REFERENCE MANUAL

[. . . ] Suunto t6c gives you extremely accurate feedback on your fitness level. Before you start regular training with Suunto t6c, you should first learn the values of EPOC and other body parameters in your normal training sessions. This way you will learn to assess what type of training will help you to reach your goals. Key features include: Personalized training features Log recorder that records each training session Functional extensions through Suunto PODs (Peripheral Observation Devices) Training analysis with Suunto software en 5 2 USING TIME MODE In TIME mode you can view the time of day in two time zones: the time at your actual location and in another time zone (dual time). [. . . ] The parameters you select can be analyzed in more detail in the Suunto Training Manager software. Setting inter alti Cad EPOC kcal R-R speed temp Value 2s / 10s on / off on / off on / off on / off on / off on / off on / off Description Recording interval: 2 or 10 seconds (not for R-R values) Altitude: on or off Cadence: on or off Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption: on or off (only TE and EPOC Peak are saved) Kilocalories consumed: on or off Heart rate interval: on or off Speed: on or off (not saved) Temperature: on or off (not saved) 21 To select log parameters: 1. Scroll through the parameters with [Lap +] and [Light -] and set the parameters on or off with [Mode]. TIP: If you record altitude information during your training, you will be able to analyze the effect of altitude changes to your heart rate with the Suunto Training Manager software. NOTE: Recording R-R (heart rate interval data) requires a lot of memory space. If R-R is not recorded, more memory space is available for longer logs. However, you will not be able to analyze any body parameters with the software, e. g. the EPOC curve. 22 4 USING TRAINING MODE In TRAINING mode you can measure all your training activity. NOTE: Even though both Suunto t6c and the transmitter belt are water-resistant, the radio signal does not carry in water, which makes the communication between Suunto t6c and the transmitter belt impossible. en 4. 1 Putting on your transmitter belt Put on the belt as illustrated and switch to TRAINING mode to start monitoring your heart rate. Moisten both contact areas (1) with water or gel before putting the belt on. Ensure the belt is centered on your chest. 1 2 3 4 23 WARNING: If you have a pacemaker, defibrillator, or other implanted electronic device, you use the transmitter belt at your own risk. Training Effect is shown on the selected display and additionally with a scale from 1 5 on the right side of the screen. Use the Training Effect calculator of the Suunto Training Manager software to define the time and average heart rate needed for the desired physiological training effect. For more information, see Suunto Training Manager online help. 27 Heart beat analysis technology producing Training Effect is provided and supported by Firstbeat Technologies Ltd. 4. 4 Using EPOC EPOC (Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption) indicates the amount of extra oxygen that your body needs to recover after exercise. EPOC is most useful in measuring the exercise load in endurance sports such as running and cycling. Suunto t6c allows you to predict EPOC already during exercise, which in turn makes it possible to monitor the exercise load and the Training Effect. You can select EPOC to be shown in the TRAINING mode displays (see Section 3. 4 Configuring TRAINING mode displays). Use the Suunto Training Manager software to view your individual training sessions with their EPOC values correlated to the Training Effect level as graphs. For more information, see Suunto Training Manager Online help. 4. 5 Starting a training session When you enter TRAINING mode, your Suunto t6c automatically searches for signals from a transmitter belt. The 28 training session itself starts when you start the log recorder and ends when you stop it. en Using log recorder By default, the log recorder (CHRONO) is displayed on the top row of the DISPLAY 1. You can personalize the TRAINING mode displays in the DISPLAYS settings. While the log recorder is running, you can add training laps with [Lap +]. [. . . ] However, exercising near overhead power lines or powerful magnetic / electronic devices may cause interference with the signal. If you lose the signal, try the following: Exit and then re-enter TRAINING mode. Replace the battery of the belt or wristop if problems persist. en Pairing your transmitter belt If you replace the belt battery or are having troubles with the signal reception, you need to re-pair your belt with your Suunto t6c. 37 The same procedure can be used if you experience problems with Suunto POD signal reception. 38 7 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 7. 1 General guidance For all Suunto Training devices: Only perform the procedures described in Suunto guides. [. . . ]