Suunto TRAVERSE ALPHA User manual
SUUNTO TRAVERSE ALPHA
USER GUIDE
1 SAFETY .............................................................................................. 5
2 Getting started ................................................................................. 8
2.1 Using buttons ........................................................................... 8
2.2 Set up ........................................................................................ 9
2.3 Adjusting settings .................................................................. 11
3 Features .......................................................................................... 13
3.1 Activity monitoring ................................................................ 13
3.2 Alti-Baro .................................................................................. 15
3.2.1 Getting correct readings ................................................ 18
3.2.2 Matching profile to activity ........................................... 20
3.2.3 Using altimeter profile ................................................... 22
3.2.4 Using barometer profile ................................................ 22
3.2.5 Using automatic profile ................................................. 23
3.3 Autopause .............................................................................. 24
3.4 Backlight ................................................................................. 24
3.5 Button lock ............................................................................. 26
3.6 Compass .................................................................................. 26
3.6.1 Calibrating compass ....................................................... 27
3.6.2 Setting declination ......................................................... 28
3.6.3 Setting bearing lock ....................................................... 30
3.7 Countdown timer ................................................................... 31
3.8 Displays ................................................................................... 32
3.8.1 Adjusting display contrast ............................................. 33
3.8.2 Inverting display color ................................................... 33
3.9 FusedAlti ................................................................................. 34
3.10 Find back ............................................................................... 34
3.11 Hunting with shot recognition ............................................ 35
3.12 Icons ...................................................................................... 35
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3.13 Logbook ................................................................................ 39
3.14 Memory left indicator .......................................................... 41
3.15 Moon phases ........................................................................ 41
3.16 Movescount .......................................................................... 42
3.17 Movescount mobile app ...................................................... 43
3.17.1 Syncing with mobile app ............................................. 45
3.18 Navigating with GPS ............................................................ 46
3.18.1 Getting GPS signal ........................................................ 46
3.18.2 GPS grids and position formats ................................... 48
3.18.3 GPS accuracy and power saving .................................. 49
3.18.4 GPS and GLONASS ........................................................ 50
3.19 Notifications ......................................................................... 51
3.20 Recording activities .............................................................. 52
3.21 Points of interest .................................................................. 52
3.21.1 Checking your location ................................................ 54
3.21.2 Adding a POI ................................................................ 55
3.21.3 Deleting a POI .............................................................. 56
3.22 Routes ................................................................................... 57
3.22.1 Navigating a route ....................................................... 57
3.22.2 During navigation ........................................................ 59
3.23 Service menu ........................................................................ 61
3.24 Software updates ................................................................. 63
3.25 Sport modes .......................................................................... 63
3.26 Stopwatch ............................................................................. 64
3.27 Sunrise and sunset alerts ...................................................... 65
3.28 Suunto Apps ......................................................................... 66
3.29 Time ...................................................................................... 66
3.29.1 Alarm clock ................................................................... 67
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3.29.2 Time syncing ................................................................. 68
3.30 Tones and vibration ............................................................. 69
3.31 Track back ............................................................................. 70
3.32 Weather indicators ............................................................... 70
4 Care and support ............................................................................ 73
4.1 Handling guidelines ............................................................... 73
4.2 Water resistance ..................................................................... 73
4.3 Charging the battery ............................................................. 74
4.4 Getting support ...................................................................... 75
5 Reference ........................................................................................ 77
5.1 Technical specifications .......................................................... 77
5.2 Compliance ............................................................................. 78
5.2.1 CE .................................................................................... 78
5.2.2 FCC compliance .............................................................. 78
5.2.3 IC ..................................................................................... 79
5.2.4 NOM-121-SCT1-2009 ...................................................... 80
5.3 Trademark .............................................................................. 80
5.4 Patent notice .......................................................................... 80
5.5 Warranty ................................................................................. 80
5.6 Copyright ................................................................................ 83
Index .................................................................................................. 85
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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: ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE
BEGINNING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM. OVEREXERTION MAY CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY.
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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.
CAUTION: DO NOT KNOCK OR DROP THE DEVICE, AS IT MAY BE
DAMAGED.
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NOTE: At Suunto we use advanced sensors and algorithms to
generate metrics that can help you in your activities and
adventures. We strive to be as accurate as possible. However, none
of the data our products and services collect is perfectly reliable, nor
are the metrics they generate absolutely precise. Calories, heart
rate, location, movement detection, shot recognition, physical stress
indicators and other measurements may not match the real world.
Suunto products and services are intended for recreational use only
and are not meant for medical purposes of any kind.
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2 GETTING STARTED
2.1 Using buttons
Suunto Traverse Alpha has five buttons which allow you to access
all the features.
START
NEXT
LIGHT
BACK LAP
VIEW
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[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 or access a list of available modes
•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 Alpha, 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
with [START] or [LIGHT] and press [NEXT] to accept and go to the
next step.
Unit system
Metric
After completing the setup wizard, charge the watch with the
supplied USB cable until the battery is fully charged.
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