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 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 .......................
3.29.2 Time syncing ................................................................. 3.30 Tones and vibration ............................................................. 3.31 Track back ............................................................................. 3.32 Weather indicators ............................................................... 4 Care and support ............................................................................ 4.1 Handling guidelines .....................................
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.
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.
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.
2 GETTING STARTED 2.1 Using buttons Suunto Traverse Alpha has five buttons which allow you to access all the features. START BACK LAP Tue 4.2.
[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.
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. Tue 4.2.
NOTE: If a blinking battery symbol is displayed, Suunto Traverse Alpha needs to be charged before starting. NOTE: If the battery dies, and you recharge the product, press and hold START to start the product 2.3 Adjusting settings You can change the settings of your Suunto Traverse Alpha directly in the watch, through Movescount, or on the go with Suunto Movescount App (see 3.17 Movescount mobile app). To change the settings in the watch: 1. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu.
NAVIGATION GENERAL ALTI-BARO CONNECTIV... 5. Press [BACK LAP] to return to the previous menu or keep [NEXT] pressed to exit.
3 FEATURES 3.1 Activity monitoring Suunto Traverse Alpha 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. Tue 4.2. 19:36 1539 steps Daily step count and calories burned are displayed under DISPLAYS » Steps. The values are reset daily at midnight.
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. Step history Suunto Traverse Alpha provides a complete history of your step count. The step display shows your daily steps, as well as an overview of weekly, monthly and yearly trends. You can show/hide the step display from the start menu under DISPLAYS » Steps.
30-day and yearly trends. Steps 1306 950kcal 7 days avg 2018 30 days avg 2018 Year avg 2018 3.2 Alti-Baro Suunto Traverse Alpha 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 3.2.2 Matching profile to activity.
Altitude 1472 Altitude m 26 °C Altitude 1472 m 21:39 1472 m ref 1018hPa Altitude 1472m You can change to different views by pressing [VIEW].
Altitude 1472 Altitude m 26 °C Altitude 1472 m 21:39 1472 m ref 1018hPa Altitude 1472m 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.
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 Alpha 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.
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 3.9 FusedAlti. Changes in local weather conditions affect altitude readings.
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 altibaro 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.
profile 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.
3.2.3 Using altimeter profile 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. Altimeter 1472 m 26 °C 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.
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 Alpha senses vertical movement and switches to measuring altitude, when needed. When altitude is shown, it is updated with a maximum delay of 10 seconds.
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.
You can change backlight color, when using red backlight, setting the brightness to 10% makes it possible to view the backlight through night vision goggles. 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].
3.5 Button lock Keeping [BACK LAP] pressed locks and unlocks buttons. 2s 2s Tue Lock 4.2. 19:36 Unlock 21:39 You can change the button lock behavior in the watch settings under GENERAL » Tones/display » Button lock. Your Suunto Traverse Alpha 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.
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. The default compass display includes the following information: • middle row: compass heading in degrees • bottom row: press [VIEW] to see current time, cardinal direction or empty (no value) 273° NW You can change the compass display information from the options menu under General » Formats » Compass unit.
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.
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.
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: 1. With the compass active, hold the watch in front of you and turn yourself towards your target. 2. Press [BACK LAP] to lock the current degree displayed on the watch as your bearing. 3.
1. 273° NW 2. 3. 273° 273° NW (3.) 4. 214° 273° SW NW NW 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]. 3.7 Countdown timer 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.
Countdown 0:05'00 Adjust 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 Alpha comes with several different features, such as compass (see 3.6 Compass) and stopwatch (see 3.26 Stopwatch). These are handled as displays that can be viewed by pressing [NEXT].
Keep [NEXT] pressed to exit the displays menu if needed. Your sport modes (see 3.25 Sport modes) also have multiple displays that you can customize to view different information while recording an activity. 3.8.1 Adjusting display contrast Increase or decrease the display contrast of your Suunto Traverse Alpha in the watch settings. To adjust the display contrast: 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.
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.
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 Hunting with shot recognition Shot recognition is on by default when you record using the hunting sport mode. The accelerometer recognizes movement from gun recoil and saves that as a shot. Your total shot count is updated in the display, and each shot location is stored. You can view shot locations later in Movescount.
alarm altimeter barometer battery Bluetooth button lock button press indicators current display down/decrease fish flashlight GPS signal strength heart rate highest point incoming call lowest point message/notification 36
missed call moonrise moonset next/confirm pairing settings shot sport mode storm sunrise sunset up/increase POI icons The following POI icons are available in Suunto Traverse Alpha: animal print begin 37
big game bird building/home camp/camping car/parking cave crossroad emergency end fishing spot food/restaurant/cafe forest geocache info lodging/hostel/hotel meadow mountain/hill/valley/cliff 38
road/trail rock sight scrape/rub small game stand trail cam water/waterfall/river/lake/coast waypoint 3.13 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 3.18.3 GPS accuracy and power saving), for example, directly impact the number and duration of logs that can be stored.
used an heart rate belt or GPS. By default, all logs include at minimum the following information: • sport mode name • time • date • duration • laps If the log includes GPS data, the logbook entry includes a view of the full route track as well as the altitude profile of the track. 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.
3.14 Memory left indicator If more than 50 % of the logbook has not been synchronized with Movescount, Suunto Traverse Alpha displays a reminder when you enter the logbook. Sync your Moves Memory used 75% The reminder is not displayed once the unsynced memory is full and Suunto Traverse Alpha begins overwriting old logs. 3.15 Moon phases You can follow moon phases based on your last known GPS location with the moon phase display. Show/hide the display from the start menu under DISPLAYS » Moon phase.
By default, the moon phase display shows you the moon phase for your current location and date. To view other dates for your current location: 1. While in the moon phase display, press BACK LAP. 2. Scroll through future or past dates with START and LIGHT. 3. Select a date other than today with NEXT to see the moon phase information for that date. 4. Return to today’s date by pressing BACK LAP again. Today Today 4:07 4:07 6:44 6:44 5.4.2016 6:04 6:32 Today 37% Third quarter 3.
Movescount to view your recorded activities in detail and customize your watch to best meet your needs. TIP: Connect to Movescount to get software updates for your Suunto Traverse Alpha. 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 3.17 Movescount mobile app). 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.
customize sport modes on the go, use your mobile device as a 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.
NOTE: You can change your Suunto Traverse Alpha 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. 3.17.1 Syncing with mobile app If you have paired your Suunto Traverse Alpha with Suunto Movescount App, changes in settings, sport modes, and new logs are automatically synced by default when the Bluetooth connection is active.
3. Scroll to CONNECTIVITY with [LIGHT] and select with [NEXT]. 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 Alpha are listed in the app, but you cannot view the log details until they are synced with your Movescount account.
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 Alpha with Movescount to get the latest satellite orbit data. This reduces the time needed to get the GPS fix and improves track accuracy.
• GPS signal does not penetrate any solid constructions or water. Therefore do not try to activate GPS inside buildings, caves or under water. 3.18.2 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.
• • • • • • • 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. 3.18.3 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.
Adjust GPS accuracy in the start menu under NAVIGATION » Settings » GPS accuracy. 3.18.4 GPS and GLONASS Suunto Traverse Alpha uses a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) to determine your location. The GNSS can use signals from both GPS and GLONASS satellites. By default your watch searches for GPS signals only. In some situations and locations already the world, using GLONASS signals can improve location accuracy. However, keep in mind that using GLONASS consumes more battery than using GPS only.
3.19 Notifications If you have paired your Suunto Traverse Alpha with Suunto Movescount App (see 3.17 Movescount mobile app), you can get call, message and push notifications on the watch. +358504418… Incoming call Peter Tomorrow, skiing in Aspen? To get notifications on your watch: 1. Keep [NEXT] pressed to enter the options menu. 2. Press [LIGHT] to scroll to CONNECTIVITY and press [NEXT]. 3. Press [LIGHT] to scroll to Notifications. 4. Toggle on/off with [LIGHT]. 5. Exit by keeping [NEXT] pressed.
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. 3.20 Recording activities Use sport modes (see 3.25 Sport modes) to record activities and view various information during your outing. Out of the box, Suunto Traverse Alpha has three sport modes, Hiking, Hunting and Fishing. Start a recording by pressing [START] and then press [NEXT] to enter RECORD.
To navigate to a POI: 1. Press [START] to enter the start menu. 2. Scroll to NAVIGATION with [START] and press [NEXT]. 3. Scroll to POIs (Points of interest) using [LIGHT] and press [NEXT]. 4. Scroll to the POI you wish to navigate to with [START] or [LIGHT] and select with [NEXT]. 5. Press [NEXT] again to select Navigate. If you are using the compass for the first time, you need to calibrate it (see 3.6.1 Calibrating compass). After activating the compass, the watch starts searching for a GPS signal.
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.
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. 3.21.2 Adding a POI Suunto Traverse Alpha allows you to save your current location or define a location as a POI.
You can create POIs in Movescount by selecting a location on a map or inserting the coordinates. POIs in your Suunto Traverse Alpha and in Movescount are always synchronized when you connect the watch to Movescount. NOTE: When recording a hunting or fishing activity, long pressing [VIEW] displays a shortlist of activity-specific POIs. To view the entire list, select SHOW ALL. TIP: You can quickly save your current location as a POI by keeping [VIEW] pressed.
3.22 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. Under Plan & Create, browse to Routes to search and add existing routes or browse to Route Planner to create your own route. 3. Save the route and select the 'Use this route in my...' option. 4. Sync your Suunto Traverse Alpha with Movescount using Suunto Movescount App (see 3.17.
your logbook with GPS data. You get a preview of the route based on the route list or logbook selection. If you are using the compass for the first time, you need to calibrate it (see 3.6.1 Calibrating compass). After activating the compass, the 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.
Approaching BEGIN 10 km 10 km 8. The watch informs you when you have arrived at your destination. TIP: You can also start navigating while recording an activity (see 3.20 Recording activities). 3.22.2 During navigation During navigation, press [VIEW] to scroll the following views: full track view showing the whole route zoomed-in track view of the route: by default, the zoomed-in view is scaled to a 100 m (0.
(1) (2) (3) 10 km (4) 10 km 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 » Settings » Map » Orientation. • Heading up: Displays the zoomed-in map with the heading pointing up. • North up: Displays the zoomed-in map with the north pointing up. Ascent profile view The ascent profile view shows you the following information: 1. Remaining ascent 2. Real-time altitude profile graph 3.
1. asc dsc 844m 2. 40m 3. If you veer too far off the route track, the profile graph is not updated. Instead, the text Off route is shown below the graph. You need to return to the track to get accurate ascent calculations. 3.23 Service menu To access the service menu, keep [BACK LAP] and [START] pressed simultaneously until the watch enters the service menu. Enter service The service menu includes the following items: • Info: o Air pressure: shows the current absolute air pressure and temperature.
• • 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. 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: Resetting GPS resets GPS data and compass calibration values. Saved logs are not removed. 3.24 Software updates You can update your Suunto Traverse Alpha 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 Alpha software: 1. Install Moveslink if you have not done so already from Movescount. 2. Connect your Suunto Traverse Alpha to your computer with the supplied USB cable. 3.
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. You can transfer up to five sport modes created in Movescount to your Suunto Traverse Alpha. 3.26 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].
1. In the activated stopwatch display, press [START] to start measuring time. 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].
3.28 Suunto Apps Suunto Apps allow you to further customize your Suunto Traverse Alpha. 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 Alpha: 1.
bottom row: change with [VIEW] to show additional information such as sunrise/sunset, altitude and battery level. In the options menu under GENERAL » Time/date, you can set the following: • Dual time • Alarm • Time and date • 3.29.1 Alarm clock You can use your Suunto Traverse Alpha 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.
Stop 24h 7:00 Snooze 5min NOTE: When snoozing, the alarm icon blinks in the time display. 3.29.2 Time syncing Your Suunto Traverse Alpha time can be updated through your mobile phone, computer (Moveslink) or GPS time. If you have paired your 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.
GPS time GPS time corrects the offset between your Suunto Traverse Alpha 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.
• Buttons off: all events other than pushing buttons trigger tones/ vibration 3.31 Track back With Suunto Traverse Alpha 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 3.22.1 Navigating a route. Scroll to Logbook instead of Routes, and select a log to start navigating. 3.
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.
A special lap (called 'storm alarm') is generated when a storm alarm occurs while recording an activity.
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 Alpha at www.suunto.com/support to get personalized support. 4.
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.
100% 20.9 76-100% 16:30 51-75% Tuesday 26-50% 30sec <10% <2% 0-25% 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.
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 Alpha 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 support@suunto.com.
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: ~70g (2.8 oz) water resistance: 100 m (300 ft) glass: sapphire lens 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.
• 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.
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. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
(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.
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.
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.
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INDEX A activities sport modes, 52 activity monitor steps, 13 alarm clock, 67 snooze, 67 Alti & Baro Automatic profile, 23 profiles, 20 reference value, 20 Alti-baro, 15 altimeter profile, 22 barometer profile, 22 Alti-Baro correct readings, 18 reference value, 18 altitude reference value, 18 autopause, 24 B backlight, 24 brightness, 24 mode, 24 battery charging, 74 bearing bearing lock, 30 button lock, 26 buttons, 8 C calibrating compass, 27 care, 73 charging, 9 compass, 26 bearing lock, 30 calibrating,
find back, 34 flashlight, 24 FusedAlti, 18, 34 G GNSS GLONASS, 50 GPS, 50 GPS, 46 GPS signal, 46 GPS accuracy, 49 grids, 48 H handling, 73 I icons, 35 L logbook, 39 M memory left indicator, 41 Movescount, 42, 43 Suunto App, 66 Suunto App Designer, 66 Suunto App Zone, 66 Moveslink, 42 N 86 navigating find back, 34 point of interest (POI), 52 route, 57 P point of interest (POI) adding, 55 deleting, 56 navigating, 52 position formats, 48 R route navigating, 57 routes adding a route, 57 deleting a rout
Suunto App Designer, 66 Suunto App Zone, 66 Suunto Movescount App, 43 syncing, 45 T time, 66 alarm clock, 67 Daylight Saving Time, 68 GPS time, 68 timers countdown timer, 31 tones, 69 Track back, 70 V vibration, 69 W waypoints, 57 weather storm alarm, 70 weather trend, 70 87
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