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Suunto T6C User Manual

Suunto T6C User Manual

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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE...
  • Page 2 MODES & VIEWS Time row 1: date row 2: time views: • weekday • seconds • dual time • altitude Training display 1* row 1: chrono row 2: heart rate views: • average heart rate • calories • EPOC • lap time •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1 Introduction ................5 2 Using TIME mode .
  • Page 4 4.2 Using timers ............. . . 24 4.3 Using Training Effect .
  • Page 5 8.1 Technical data ............. 42 8.2 Trademark .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    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.

  • Page 7: Using Time Mode

    2 USING TIME MODE mode you can view the time of day in two time zones: the time at your actual TIME location and in another time zone (dual time). The current date is displayed on the top row of the screen. Use [View Back] to scroll through the following views: ●...

  • Page 8: Setting Time

    2.1 Setting time To set time: 1. In the settings menu, enter 2. Scroll to with [Lap +] and [Light -] and enter with [Mode]. TIME 3. Change the time with [Lap +] and [Light -] and accept with [Mode]. 4.

  • Page 9: Setting Date

    3. Change the day, month, and year with [Lap +] and [Light -] and accept with [Mode]. 4. Press [Start Stop] to exit. 2.4 Setting alarm You can set up to three alarms on your Suunto t6c. To set the alarms: 1. In the settings menu, enter 2. Scroll to with [Lap +] and [Light -] and enter with [Mode].
  • Page 10 When the alarm sounds, acknowledge it by pressing any button. If you do not acknowledge the alarm, it will automatically stop sounding after 30 seconds. TIP: You can use one alarm on workdays and the others on weekends. You can also use the extra alarms as reminders or snooze options.

  • Page 11: Settings Before Training

    Otherwise, you can skip to Chapter 4 Using TRAINING mode. 3.1 Personal settings Through the settings you tune your Suunto t6c according to your physical PERSONAL traits and activity. Many of the calculations use these settings, so it is important that you are as accurate as possible when defining the values.

  • Page 12: Maximum Heart Rate

    Setting Value max hr fitness METS 00.0 To change settings: PERSONAL 1. In the settings menu, enter 2. Scroll through the settings with [Lap +] and [Light -] and enter with [Mode]. 3. Change the values using [Lap +] and [Light -]. 4.

  • Page 13: Fitness Mets Level

    Roughly, the better your fitness level, the higher your maximum MET value is. Suunto t6c suggests a default fitness METS level, but if you know your real METs, you should use that value.
  • Page 14 Setting Value alti m/ft m / s, m / min, m / h, ft / s, ft / min, ft / h dist km / mi spd unit Foot km / h, min /, Bike km / h, min /, GPS km / h, min / height cm / feet...

  • Page 15: General Settings

    3.3 General settings In the settings you can set button tones and icons on or off, modify backlight GENERAL settings, and pair HR belts and PODs. Define the own preferences. Setting Value pair HR Belt, HR Belt2, Foot POD, Bike POD, Cad POD, GPS POD, SPD POD tones on / off...

  • Page 16: Setting Icons

    3. Set the icons on or off with [Mode]. 4. Press [Start Stop] to exit. 3.3.3 Setting backlight You can set the backlight on or off and adjust the backlight settings of the Suunto t6c display. The backlight has three possible settings: : The light switches on when you keep [Light -] pressed or when an alarm ●...

  • Page 17: Configuring Training Mode Displays

    To set the backlight: 1. In the settings menu, enter 2. Scroll to with [Lap +] and [Light -] and enter with [Mode]. LIGHT 3. Scroll through the settings with [Lap +] and [Light -] and accept the setting with [Mode].
  • Page 18 Content Description chrono Recording time since the log start day time Current time distance Distance from the log start according to selected units in settings descent Total descent: vertical movement downwards during training according to selected units in empty No supplementary information EPOC Measure of the accumulated training load Current heart rate according to selected units in...
  • Page 19 Content Description vert. spd Rate of ascent/descent To configure mode displays: TRAINING 1. In the settings menu, enter 2. Scroll to DISPLAY 1 3. Scroll to the row or view with [Lap +] and [Light -] and enter with [Mode]. 4.

  • Page 20: Setting Reference Altitude

    You participate in half marathon. Before you start the race you set the correct reference altitude to your Suunto t6c. You start the log recorder and set off. During running you compare your current altitude to the altitude at the start. At some point you notice that the altitude value has decreased.

  • Page 21: Setting Heart Rate Limits

    because the starting and finishing line are the same. You adjust your running pace according to the altitude variation. 3.6 Setting heart rate limits Setting upper and lower heart rate limits for yourself helps you exercise at the preferred intensity. An alarm notifies you when your heart rate is above or below the set limits. In the settings menu, you can set the heart rate limits on or off and define the HR LIMITS...

  • Page 22: Selecting Log Parameters

    Before you start recording your training sessions, select the type of data you want to save in your log or view during your workout. The parameters you select can be analyzed in more detail in the Suunto Training Manager software. Setting...

  • Page 23: Scroll To

    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.

  • Page 24: Using Training Mode

    TRAINING 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. 4.1 Putting on your transmitter belt...

  • Page 25: Using Timers

    Warm-up is intended for distinguishing a separate warm-up period in the beginning of the training. Data measured during warm-up is stored in the memory of the device. With Suunto t6c you can start your training session with a warm-up and move on to normal training or interval training.
  • Page 26 Countdown timer Countdown timer functions as a start timer. It measures remaining time and upon reaching zero, it alerts you when the countdown has reached zero and automatically starts the timer/log. Use the countdown timer for example to exclude the warm-up session from the training log.

  • Page 27: Using Training Effect

    4.3 Using Training Effect Training Effect (TE) is a unique feature of Suunto t6c that measures the real effect of a workout on your physical fitness. With Training Effect, you can be sure that your workouts have the intended result.

  • Page 28: Mode Displays

    Both are needed in balanced training. TIP: Training Effect is an advanced feature and can help you in many ways. More details about TE can be found in the Suunto Training Guide, available for download at suunto.com/training. You can select the level to be shown in the Configuring TRAINING mode displays).

  • Page 29: Using Epoc

    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.

  • Page 30: During Training

    NOTE: The log recorder must be stopped before you can reset it. 4.6 During training Your Suunto t6c has a number of visual and audio indicators to help guide you during training. This information can be both helpful and rewarding.

  • Page 31: After Training

    4.7 After training 4.7.1 Viewing logbook While the log recorder is running, your Suunto t6c collects various data about the session, such as EPOC and calories burned. This data is saved in your device s memory. The content of the log depends on the parameters you have selected (see Section 3.7 Selecting log parameters).
  • Page 32 To erase logbook information: 1. In , scroll to LOGBOOK 2. Scroll to the log you want to erase with [Lap +] and [Light -] and select the log with [Mode]. 3. Erase the log with [Ligh -] or cancel with [View Back]. To erase all logbook information, enter with [Light -] or cancel with [View Back].

  • Page 33: Using Pods

    You can use various Peripheral Observation Devices (PODs) with your Suunto t6c. These include Foot POD, Bike POD, Cadence POD, GPS POD and generic Speed POD (see Section 5.1 Pairing a POD). After you have paired a POD with the device, Suunto t6c gives you additional information during your training.

  • Page 34: Using Autolap

    , you can define laps in distance instead of time (interval training). When AUTOLAP autolap is turned on (and your speed and distance POD is activated), your Suunto heart rate monitor shows total distance, average lap speed, and lap time for each lap.

  • Page 35: Using Distance Intervals

    You can turn on speed limits and define the upper and lower speed limits for yourself, after you have paired your Suunto t6c with a speed and distance POD. The speed limits will notify you if you go above or below the limits.

  • Page 36: Using Autopause

    AUTOPAUSE session when very slow speed is detected while using your Suunto speed and distance POD. The session is reactivated when you speed up again. To activate autopause: 1.

  • Page 37: Calibrating Your Pod

    5.6 Calibrating your POD A Suunto POD that measures speed and distances needs to be calibrated to give you accurate readings. The calibration procedure differs for each POD type, and you will need to read the POD user guide to get detailed instructions.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    1. Remove the belt battery 2. Push the (new) battery into the compartment positive side down. 3. In your Suunto t6c, enter the settings menu and enter 4. Scroll to with [Lap +] and [Light -] and enter with [Mode].
  • Page 39 The same procedure can be used if you experience problems with Suunto POD signal reception.

  • Page 40: Care And Maintenance

    Use Polywatch to remove small scratches in the screen. It is available at authorized Suunto dealers, in most watch stores, and from Suunto Web Shop (shop.suunto.com). A protective plastic shield can also be placed over the screen to prevent scratches.

  • Page 41: Replacing Wristop Battery

    7.2 Replacing wristop battery Replace the battery as illustrated here: TIP: Use the Suunto battery compartment opening tool to avoid cover damage.

  • Page 42: Replacing Belt Battery

    NOTE: Replace the battery with extreme care to ensure your Suunto heart rate monitor remains water resistant. Careless replacement may void the warranty. 7.3 Replacing belt battery Replace the battery as illustrated here: NOTE: We recommend that you replace the cover and O ring along with the better to ensure the transmitter remains clean and water resistant.

  • Page 43: Specifications

    8 SPECIFICATIONS 8.1 Technical data General ● Operating temperature: -20°C to +60°C / -5°F to +140°F ● Storage temperature: -30°C to +60°C / -22°F to +140°F ● Weight (device): 55 g ● Weight (belt): 39 g ● Water resistance (device): 100 m / 330 ft (ISO 2281) ●...

  • Page 44: Trademark

    Copyright © Suunto Oy 2007. All rights reserved. This document and its contents are proprietary to Suunto Oy and are intended solely for the use of its clients to obtain knowledge and information regarding the operation of Suunto products. Its contents shall not be used or distributed for any other purpose and/or otherwise communicated, disclosed or reproduced without the prior written consent of Suunto Oy.

  • Page 45: Ices

    Unauthorized repairs will void warranty. This product has been tested to comply with FCC standards and is intended for home or office use. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Suunto Oy could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations.

  • Page 46: Patent Notice

    10/523,156, US 10/515,170. Additional patent applications have been filed. 8.8 Disposal of device Please dispose of the device in an appropriate way, treating it as electronic waste. Do not throw it in the garbage. If you wish, you may return the device to your nearest Suunto representative.

  • Page 47: Disclaimers

    Before using it, we recommend an exercise test with your Suunto heat rate monitor and belt under a doctor s supervision. Exercise may include some risk, especially for those who have been inactive. We strongly advise you...

  • Page 48: Index

    Index alarm, 8 autolap, 33 autopause, 35 backlight, 15 calibrating PODs, 36 cleaning the device, 39 disposal of device, 45 distance intervals, 34 dual time, 7 EPOC, 28 fitness METs, 12 general guidance, 39 heart rate limits, 20 icons, 15 logbook, 30 logs selecting parameters, 21...
  • Page 49 maximum heart rate, 11 modes TIME, 6 TRAINING, 23 pairing a POD, 32 PODs autolap, 33 autopause, 35 calibrating, 36 distance intervals, 34 pairing, 32 reference altitude, 19 removing scratches, 39 replacing belt battery, 41 wristop battery, 40 setting alarm, 8 backlight, 15 dual time, 7 heart rate limits, 20...
  • Page 50 interval, 24 warm up, 24 training during training, 29 EPOC, 28 fitness METs, 12 Training Effect, 26 TRAINING mode displays, 16 using, 23 transmitter belt pairing, 37 putting on, 23 replacing battery, 41 views TIME mode, 6 TRAINING mode, 16...
  • Page 51 SERVICE CLIENT SUUNTO, SUUNTO KUNDENDIENST, SERVICIO AL CLIENTE DE SUUNTO, ASSISTENZA CLIENTI SUUNTO, SUUNTO KLANTENSERVICE, SUUNNON ASIAKASPALVELU, SUUNTOS KUNDTJÄNST, SERVIÇO AO CLIENTE DA SUUNTO, Global helpdesk Suunto USA Suunto Canada Suunto website SUUNTO 客户服务, SUUNTO 客戶服務 +358 2 284 11 60...
  • Page 52 Copyright © Suunto Oy 11/2007, 2/2008, 6/2008, 9/2009. All rights reserved.

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