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USER GUIDE1 SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2 Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Display icons and segments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4 Using buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.1 Using backlight and button lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5 Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6 Customizing your Suunto Ambit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6.1 Connecting to Movescount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6.2 Updating your Suunto Ambit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6.3 Custom modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.4 Suunto Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.5 Inverting display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.6 Adjusting display contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7 Using time mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7.1 Changing time settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7.2 Using GPS timekeeping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
8 Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
8.1 Using GPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
8.1.1 Getting GPS signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
8.1.2 GPS grids and position formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
8.2 Checking your location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
8.3 POI navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
8.3.1 Adding your current location as a point of interest(POI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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8.3.2 Adding point of interest (POI) coordinates
manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
8.3.3 Navigating to a point of interest (POI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
8.3.4 Deleting a point of interest (POI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
8.4 Route navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
8.4.1 Adding a route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
8.4.2 Navigating a route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
8.4.3 During navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
8.4.4 Deleting a route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
9 Using Alti & Baro mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
9.1 How Alti & Baro works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
9.1.1 Getting correct readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
9.1.2 Getting incorrect readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
9.2 Matching profile to activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
9.2.1 Setting profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
9.2.2 Setting reference values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
9.3 Using Altimeter profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
9.4 Using Barometer profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
9.5 Using Automatic profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
10 Using 3D compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
10.1 Calibrating compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
10.2 Setting declination value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
11 Timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
11.1 Activating and deactivating stopwatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
11.2 Using stopwatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 623

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11.3 Countdown timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
12 Using exercise modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
12.1 Exercise modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
12.2 Additional options in exercise modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
12.3 Using heart rate belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
12.4 Putting on heart rate belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
12.5 Starting exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
12.6 During exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
12.6.1 Recording tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
12.6.2 Making laps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
12.6.3 Recording altitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
12.6.4 Using compass during exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
12.6.5 Using interval timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
12.6.6 Navigating during exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
12.6.7 Finding back during exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
12.6.8 Autopause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
12.7 Viewing logbook after exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
12.7.1 After exercise with heart rate belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
12.7.2 After exercise without heart rate belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
12.7.3 Recovery time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
13 FusedSpeed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Use example: Running and biking with FusedSpeedTM . . . . . . . . . . . 89
14 Adjusting settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
14.1 Service menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
14.2 Changing language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
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15 Pairing POD/heart rate belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
15.1 Calibrating PODs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
16 Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
17 Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
18 Care and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
18.1 Water resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
18.2 Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
18.3 Replacing HR belt battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
19 Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Radio receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Barometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Altimeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Thermometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Chronograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
GPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
19.1 Trademark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
19.2 FCC compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
19.3 IC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
19.4 CE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
19.5 Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
19.6 Patent notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
19.7 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
5enIndex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

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1 SAFETY

enTypes 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 resultin 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 thedevice.
Safety precautions
WARNING: ALLERGIC REACTIONS OR SKIN IRRITATIONS MAY OCCUR WHEN
PRODUCT IS IN CONTACT WITH SKIN, EVEN THOUGH OUR PRODUCTS COMPLYWITH INDUSTRY STANDARDS. IN SUCH EVENT, STOP USE IMMEDIATELY AND
CONSULT A DOCTOR.
WARNING: ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE BEGINNING AN EXERCISEPROGRAM. OVEREXERTION MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
WARNING: ONLY FOR RECREATIONAL USE.
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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 ELECTRONICWASTE TO PRESERVE THE ENVIRONMENT.
CAUTION: DO NOT KNOCK OR DROP THE DEVICE, AS IT MAY BE DAMAGED.

82 WELCOMEen

You could call it a watch, but that hardly seems fair. Altitude, navigation, speed,
heart rate, weather conditions – it’s all at your fingertips.
Personalize your device, selecting just what you need to get the most out ofyour next adventure.
The new Suunto Ambit – conquering new territory with the world’s first GPS
for Explorers.

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3 DISPLAY ICONS AND SEGMENTS

For a complete list of icons in Suunto Ambit, see Chapter 16 Icons on page 100.

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4 USING BUTTONSen

Suunto Ambit has five buttons which allow you to access all the features.

[Start Stop]:● access the start menu
● pause or resume an exercise or stopwatch● keep pressed to stop and save an exercise● increase a value or move up in the settings[Next]:● change between displays● keep pressed to access/exit the options menu
● keep pressed to access/exit the options menu in the exercise modes● accept a setting[Light Lock]:● activate the backlight● keep pressed to lock/unlock the buttons● decrease a value or move down in the settings11[View]:● change views in TIME mode and during exercise● keep pressed to invert the display from light to dark and vice versa[Back Lap]:● return to the previous step
● add a lap during exercise
TIP: When changing the values, you can increase the speed by keeping [Start
Stop] or [Light Lock] pressed until the values start to scroll faster.

4.1 Using backlight and button lockYou can set the backlight to Normal, Toggle or Night mode. For informationon the backlight settings, see Chapter 14 Adjusting settings on page 90.
To activate the backlight:● In Normal mode, press [Light Lock] to activate the backlight. The backlightstays on for a few seconds.
● In Toggle mode, press [Light Lock] to activate the backlight. The backlightstays on until you press [Light Lock] again.
● In Night mode, press any button to activate the backlight.
Keep [Light Lock] pressed to lock or unlock the buttons. When the buttons arelocked, is shown on the display.
TIP: Lock the buttons to avoid accidentally starting or stopping your log. Whenthe buttons are locked, you can still activate the backlight by pressing [Light Lock],change between the displays by pressing [Next] and views by pressing [View].
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5 GETTING STARTED
Start by charging the battery. Your Suunto Ambit wakes up automatically when
you attach it to your computer using the supplied USB cable. The device canalso be woken up by attaching it to a mains socket using the optional Suunto
wall charger.
Fully charging an empty battery takes about 2-3 hours. First time charging may
take longer. During charging with the USB cable the buttons are locked.
NOTE: Do not remove the cable until the battery has been fully charged toensure longer battery lifetime. Battery full notification is displayed when the
charging is complete.

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6 CUSTOMIZING YOUR SUUNTO AMBITen

6.1 Connecting to MovescountMovescount.com is your free personal diary and online sports community thatoffers you a rich set of tools to manage your daily activities and create engaging
stories about your experiences. Movescount allows you to transfer yourrecorded exercise logs from your Suunto Ambit to Movescount and customize
the device to best meet your needs.
TIP: Connect to Movescount to get the latest software to your Suunto Ambit,
in case there is an update available.
Start by installing Moveslink:
1. Go to www.movescount.com/moveslink.
2. Download, install and activate Moveslink.

NOTE: A Moveslink icon is visible on your computer's display when Moveslink
is active.
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NOTE: Moveslink is compatible with PC (Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows
7) and Mac (Intel-based, running OS X version 10.6 or later).
To register to Movescount:
1. Go to www.movescount.com.
2. Create your account.

NOTE: The first time your Suunto Ambit is connected to Movescount all
information (including the device settings) is transferred from the device to yourMovescount account. The next time you connect your Suunto Ambit to yourMovescount account, the changes in settings and exercise modes you made inMovescount and in the device will be synchronized.

6.2 Updating your Suunto Ambit
You can update your Suunto Ambit software automatically in Movescount.
NOTE: When you update your Suunto Ambit software, all the existing logs areautomatically moved to Movescount and deleted from the device.

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To update your Suunto Ambit software:
1. Go to www.movescount.com/moveslink and install the Moveslink
application.
2. Connect your Suunto Ambit to your computer with the Suunto USB cable.
The Moveslink application will automatically check for software updates.
If an update is available, your device will be updated.
NOTE: You can use the Moveslink application without registering toMovescount. However, Movescount greatly extends the usability, personalizationand settings options of your Suunto Ambit. It also visualizes recorded tracks andother data from your activities. Therefore, it is recommended to create a Movescountaccount in order to utilize the full potential of the device.

6.3 Custom modes
In addition to the default exercise modes stored in the device (see Section 12.1
Exercise modes on page 66), you can create and edit custom exercise modes inMovescount.
A custom mode can contain 1 to 8 different exercise mode displays. You canchoose which data appears on each display from a comprehensive list. You
can customize, for example, sports-specific heart rate limits, autolap distance,or the recording rate to optimize battery duration or accuracy.
You can transfer up to 10 different custom modes created in Movescount toyour Suunto Ambit. Only one custom mode can be active during exercise.
TIP: You can also edit the default exercise modes in Movescount.

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Suunto Apps allow you to further customize your Suunto Ambit. 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
your estimated marathon result, or the slope grade of your skiing route.
To add Suunto App to your Suunto Ambit:
1. Go to the PLAN & CREATE section in the Movescount community and selectApp Zone to browse existing Suunto Apps. To create your own App, go to
the PLAN & CREATE section of your profile and select App Designer.
2. Add Suunto App to a custom exercise mode. Connect your Suunto Ambit
to your Movescount account to synchronize Suunto App to the device. The
added Suunto App will show the result of its calculation while you exercise.
NOTE: You can add one Suunto App to each exercise mode. Each exercise
mode on your Suunto Ambit can have a different Suunto App in use.

6.5 Inverting display
You can invert the display of your Suunto Ambit from light to dark or vice versa.
To invert the display in the settings:
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. Scroll to Invert display with [Start Stop] and accept with [Next].

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TIP: You can also invert the display of your Suunto Ambit by keeping [View]
pressed.

6.6 Adjusting display contrast
You can increase or decrease the display contrast of your Suunto Ambit.
To adjust the display contrast in the settings:
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. Scroll to Display contrast with [Light Lock] and enter with [Next].
5. Increase the contrast with [Start Stop], or decrease it with [Light Lock].
6. Go back to the settings with [Back Lap], or keep [Next] pressed to exit theoptions menu.

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TIME mode includes time measurement functions.
TIME mode shows you the following information:● top row: date
● middle row: time
● bottom row: toggle between weekday, seconds, dual time and battery levelwith [View].

7.1 Changing time settings
To access the time settings:
1. Keep [Next] pressed to enter the options menu.
2. Press [Next] to enter GENERAL.
3. Scroll to Time/date using [Start Stop] and enter with [Next].

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Setting time
The current time is shown in the middle row of the TIME mode display.
To set the time:
1. In the options menu, go to GENERAL, then to Time/date and Time.
2. Change the hour and minute values with [Start Stop] and [Light Lock].
Accept with [Next].
3. Go back to the settings with [Back Lap], or keep [Next] pressed to exit theoptions menu.

Setting date
The current date is shown on the top row of the TIME mode display.
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To set the date:
1. In the options menu, go to GENERAL, then to Time/date and Date.
2. Change the year, month and day values with [Start Stop] and [Light Lock].
Accept with [Next].
3. Go back to the settings with [Back Lap], or keep [Next] pressed to exit theoptions menu.

Setting dual time
Dual time allows you to keep track of the current time in a second time zone,
for example, when travelling. Dual time is displayed on the bottom row of the
TIME mode display and you can access it by pressing [View].
To set the dual time:
1. In the options menu, go to GENERAL, then to Time/date and Dual time.
2. Change the hour and minute values with [Start Stop] and [Light Lock].
Accept with [Next].
3. Go back to the settings with [Back Lap], or keep [Next] pressed to exit theoptions menu.

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You can use your Suunto Ambit as an alarm clock.
To access the alarm clock and set the alarm:
1. In the options menu, go to GENERAL, then to Time/date and Alarm.
2. Set the alarm on or off with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock]. Accept with [Next].
3. Set the hours and minutes with [Start Stop] and [Light Lock]. Accept with
[Next].
4. Go back to the settings with [Back Lap], or keep [Next] pressed to exit theoptions menu.

When the alarm is switched on, the alarm symbol is shown on most of thedisplays.
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When the alarm sounds, you can:● Select Snooze by pressing [Light Lock]. The alarm stops and restarts every
5 minutes until you stop it. You can snooze up to 12 times for a total of 1
hour.
● Select Stop by pressing [Start Stop]. The alarm stops and restarts the sametime the following day, unless you switch the alarm off in the settings.

NOTE: When snoozing, the alarm icon blinks in TIME mode.

7.2 Using GPS timekeeping
GPS timekeeping corrects the offset between your Suunto Ambit and the GPS
time. GPS timekeeping corrects the time automatically once a day, or after you
have adjusted the time manually. Also the dual time is corrected.
NOTE: GPS timekeeping corrects the minutes and seconds, but not the hours.

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wrong. If the time is wrong more than that, GPS timekeeping corrects it to theclosest 15 minutes.
To activate GPS timekeeping:
1. Keep [Next] pressed to enter the options menu.
2. Press [Next] to enter GENERAL.
3. Scroll to Time/date and then to GPS timekeeping using [Start Stop]. Enter
with [Next].
4. Set GPS timekeeping On with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock]. Accept with [Next].

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8.1 Using GPS
Suunto Ambit uses Global Positioning System (GPS) in determining your current
position. GPS incorporates a set of satellites that orbit the Earth at an altitudeof 20,000 km at the speed of 4 km/s.
The built-in GPS receiver in Suunto Ambit is optimized for wrist use and receives
data from a very wide angle.

8.1.1 Getting GPS signal
Suunto Ambit activates GPS automatically when you select an exercise modewith the GPS functionality, determine your location, or start navigating.

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NOTE: When you activate GPS for the first time, or have not used it for a longtime, it might take longer than usual to get a GPS fix. Subsequent GPS starts willtake less time.
TIP: To minimize GPS initiation time, hold the device steady with GPS facing
up and make sure you are in an open area so that the device has a clear view ofthe sky.

Troubleshooting: No GPS signal● For an optimal signal, point the GPS part of the device upwards. The best
signal can be received in an open area with a clear view of the sky.
● The GPS receiver usually works well inside tents and other thin covers.
However, objects, buildings, dense vegetation or cloudy weather can reduce
the GPS signal reception quality.
● GPS signal does not penetrate any solid constructions or water. Therefore
do not try to activate GPS for example inside buildings, caves, or underwater.
● To recover from GPS failures, reset GPS (see Section 14.1 Service
menu on page 93).

8.1.2 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 device.
All the formats relate to the same location, they only express it in a different
way. For information on changing the position format, see Chapter 14 Adjusting
settings on page 90.
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You can select the format from the following grids:● latitude/longitude is the most commonly used grid and has three different
formats:○ WGS84 Hd.d°○ WGS84 Hd°m.m'○ WGS84 Hd°m's.s● UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) gives a two-dimensional horizontal
position presentation.
● MGRS (Military Grid Reference System) is an extension of UTM and consistsof a grid zone designator, 100,000-meter square identifier and a numericallocation.
Suunto Ambit also supports the following local grids:● British (BNG)● Finnish (ETRS-TM35FIN)● Finnish (KKJ)● Irish (IG)● Swedish (RT90)● Swiss (CH1903)● UTM NAD27 Alaska● UTM NAD27 Conus● UTM NAD83
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.

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Suunto Ambit allows you to check the coordinates of your current location
using GPS.
To check your location:
1. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.
2. Scroll to LOCATION using [Start Stop] and enter with [Next].
3. The device starts searching for a GPS signal and displays GPS found after
acquiring the signal. After that your current coordinates are shown on thedisplay.

TIP: You can also check your location while you are recording an exercise bykeeping [Next] pressed to access the options menu.

8.3 POI navigation
8.3.1 Adding your current location as a point of interest (POI)
Suunto Ambit allows you to save your current location as a POI. You cannavigate to a saved POI anytime, for example, during your exercise.
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You can store up to 100 POIs in the device. Note that also routes take up thisquota. For example, if you have a route with 60 waypoints, you can additionallystore 40 POIs in the device.
You can select a POI type (icon) and POI name from a pre-defined list, or freely
name the POIs in Movescount. The pre-defined icons are listed in Chapter 16
Icons on page 100.
To save your current location as a POI:
1. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.
2. Scroll to LOCATION using [Start Stop] and enter with [Next].
3. The device starts searching for a GPS signal and displays GPS found after
acquiring the signal. Your current coordinates are now shown on the display.
4. Press [Start Stop] to save the location.
5. Select a suitable POI type for the location. Scroll through the POI types with[Start Stop] or [Light Lock]. Select a POI type with [Next].
6. Select a suitable name for the location. Scroll through the name options
with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock]. Select a name with [Next].
7. Press [Start Stop] to save the POI.

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TIP: You can create POIs in Movescount by selecting a location on a map or
inserting the coordinates. POIs in your Suunto Ambit and in Movescount are always
synchronized when you connect the device to Movescount.

8.3.2 Adding point of interest (POI) coordinates manually
You can save a location other than your current location as a POI by entering
the coordinates manually.
To manually add the coordinates of a location:
1. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.
2. Scroll to NAVIGATION using [Start Stop] and select with [Next].
3. Press [Next] to select POIs (Points of interest). The device shows thenumber of POIs currently stored in the device and the amount of space
available for new POIs.
4. Scroll to Define location using [Light Lock] and select with [Next]. The
device shows the coordinates of the location where the last GPS fix was
taken.
5. Edit the latitude values with [Start Stop] and [Light Lock]. Accept the values
with [Next].
6. Edit the longitude values with [Start Stop] and [Light Lock]. Accept thevalues with [Next].
7. Select a suitable POI type for the location. Scroll through the POI types with[Start Stop] or [Light Lock]. Select a POI type with [Next].
8. Select a suitable name for the location. Scroll through the name options
with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock]. Select a name with [Next].
9. Press [Start Stop] to save the POI.

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Suunto Ambit includes GPS navigation which allows you to navigate to a
pre-defined destination stored as a POI.
NOTE: You can also navigate when you are recording an exercise, see Section
12.6.6 Navigating during exercise on page 79.
To navigate to a POI:
1. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.
2. Scroll to NAVIGATION using [Start Stop] and enter with [Next].
3. Press [Next] to select POIs (Points of interest).
The device displays the number of saved POIs and free space available for
new POIs.
4. The POIs are grouped by type. Scroll to the desired POI type with [Start
Stop] or [Light Lock]. Select with [Next].
5. The device displays all the POIs saved under the selected POI type. Scroll
to the POI you wish to navigate to with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock] and selectwith [Next].
6. Press [Next] to select Navigate.
If you are using the compass for the first time, you need to calibrate it. For
more information, see Section 10.1 Calibrating compass on page 57. After
activating the compass, the device starts searching for a GPS signal anddisplays GPS found after acquiring the signal.
7. Start navigating to the POI. The device displays the following information:● arrow pointing to the direction of your destination (turn left/rightindicator)

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● your distance from the destination● the name of the POI you are headed towards, your deviation from theheading in degrees (0° is the correct heading), or alternatively yourcurrent heading in cardinal (N, S, W, E) and half-cardinal (NE, NW, SE, SW)points.
8. The device informs you that you have arrived at your destination.

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bezel in low speeds (<4 km/h) and the deviation from course direction in highspeeds (>4 km/h). When standing still, you can rotate the device until you see 0
indicating the correct direction. When riding a bike, Suunto Ambit detects yourdirection even when the device is tilted.

8.3.4 Deleting a point of interest (POI)
To delete a POI:
1. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.
2. Scroll to NAVIGATION using [Start Stop] and enter with [Next].
3. Press [Next] to enter POIs (Points of interest).
The device displays the number of saved POIs and free space available for
new POIs.
4. The POIs are grouped by type. Scroll to the desired POI type with [Start
Stop] or [Light Lock]. Select with [Next].
5. The device displays all the POIs saved under the selected POI type. Scroll
to the POI you wish to delete with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock] and selectwith [Next].
6. Scroll to Delete with [Start Stop]. Select with [Next].
7. Press [Start Stop] to confirm.

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NOTE: When you delete a POI in Movescount and synchronize your Suunto
Ambit, the POI is deleted from the device but only disabled in Movescount.

8.4 Route navigation
8.4.1 Adding a route
You can create a route in Movescount, or import a route created with anotherdevice from your computer to Movescount. You can also record a route withyour Suunto Ambit and upload it to Movescount, see Section 12.6.1 Recording
tracks on page 73.
To add a route:
1. Go to www.movescount.com. Follow the instructions on how to import orcreate a route.
2. Activate Moveslink and connect your Suunto Ambit to your computer with
the Suunto USB cable. The route is transferred automatically to the device.
NOTE: Make sure that the route you want to transfer to your Suunto Ambit
has been selected in Movescount.

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You can navigate a route you have dowloaded to your Suunto Ambit fromMovescount, see Section 8.4.1 Adding a route on page 41.
NOTE: You can also navigate when you are recording an exercise, see Section
12.6.6 Navigating during exercise on page 79.
To navigate a route:
1. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.
2. Scroll to NAVIGATION with [Start Stop] and enter with [Next].
3. Scroll to Routes with [Light Lock] and enter with [Next].
The device displays the number of saved routes and after that a list of all
your routes.
4. Scroll to the route you want to navigate with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock].
Select with [Next].
5. The device displays all the waypoints on the selected route. Scroll to the
waypoint you want to use as the starting point with [Start Stop] or [Light
Lock]. Accept with [Next].
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6. Press [Next] to select Navigate.
7. If you selected a waypoint in the middle of the route, Suunto Ambit prompts
you to select the direction of the navigation. Press [Start Stop] to selectForwards or [Light Lock] to select Backwards.
If you selected the first waypoint as the starting point, Suunto Ambit
navigates the route forward (from the first to the last waypoint). If you
selected the last waypoint as the starting point, Suunto Ambit navigates
the route backwards (from the last to the first waypoint).
8. If you are using the compass for the first time, you need to calibrate it. For
more information, see Section 10.1 Calibrating compass on page 57. After
activating the compass, the device starts searching for a GPS signal anddisplays GPS found after acquiring the signal.
9. Start navigating to the first waypoint on the route. The device informs you
when you are approaching the waypoint and automatically starts navigating
to the next waypoint on the route.
10. Before the last waypoint on the route the device informs you that you havearrived at your destination.

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To skip a waypoint on a route:
1. While you are navigating a route, keep [Next] pressed to access the options
menu.
2. Press [Next] to select NAVIGATION.
3. Scroll to Skip waypoint with [Start Stop] and select with [Next]. The device
skips the waypoint and starts navigating directly to the next waypoint on
the route.

8.4.3 During navigation
During navigation, press [View] to scroll the following views:
1. the full track view showing the whole route
2. zoomed-in view of the route. By default, the zoomed-in view is scaled to a
500 m/0.25 mi scale, or larger if you are far away from the route. You canchange the map orientation in the settings, see Chapter 14 Adjusting
settings on page 90.
3. waypoint navigation view

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Full track view
The full track view shows you the following information:● (1) arrow indicating your location and pointing to the direction of yourheading.
● (2) the next waypoint on the route● (3) the first and last waypoint on the route● (4) POIs that are located close to the route. The closest POI is shown as an
icon.
● (5) scale on which the full track view is shown47

NOTE: In the full track view the north is always upwards.

Waypoint navigation view
The waypoint navigation view shows you the following information:● (1) arrow pointing to the direction of the next waypoint (turn left/rightindicator)● (2) your distance to the next waypoint● (3) the next waypoint you are headed towards

8.4.4 Deleting a route
You can delete and disable routes in Movescount.
To delete a route:
1. Go to www.movescount.com and follow the instructions on how to delete
or disable a route.
2. Activate Moveslink and connect your Suunto Ambit to your computer with
the Suunto USB cable. While the settings are synchronized, the route isremoved automatically from the device.

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In ALTI & BARO mode you can view the current altitude or barometric pressure.
It offers three profiles: Automatic, Barometer and Altimeter. For information
on setting profiles, see Section 9.2.1 Setting profiles on page 52.
You can access different views depending on which profile is activated when
you are in ALTI & BARO mode.

9.1 How Alti & Baro works
To get correct readings with ALTI & BARO mode, it is important to understandhow Suunto Ambit calculates altitude and sea level air pressure. Suunto Ambit
constantly measures absolute air pressure. Based on this measurement andreference values, it calculates altitude or sea level air pressure.
CAUTION: Keep the area around the sensor free of dirt and sand. Never insert
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9.1.1 Getting correct readings
If you are engaged in an outdoor activity that requires accurate sea level airpressure or altitude, you will first need to calibrate your Suunto Ambit byentering either your current altitude or the current sea level air pressure.
The altitude of your location can be found from most topographic maps or
Google Earth. A sea level air pressure reference for your location can be foundusing the websites of national weather services.

Absolute air pressure is measured constantly
Absolute air pressure and known altitude reference = Sea level air pressure
Absolute air pressure and known sea level air pressure = Altitude
Changes in local weather conditions will affect altitude readings. If local weatherchanges often, it is advisable to reset the current altitude reference value
frequently, preferably before starting your journey when the reference values
are available. As long as the local weather stays stable, you do not need to set
reference values.

9.1.2 Getting incorrect readings
ALTIMETER profile + standing still + weather change
If your Altimeter profile is on for an extended period of time with the device
in a fixed location while the local weather changes, the device will give incorrect
altitude readings.

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ALTIMETER profile + altitude moving + weather change
If your Altimeter profile is on and the weather changes frequently while you
climb in altitude or go down in altitude, the device will give you incorrect
readings.

BAROMETER profile + altitude moving
If the Barometer profile is on for an extended period of time as you climb in
altitude or go down in altitude, the device assumes that you are standing still
and interprets your changes in altitude as changes in sea level air pressure. It
will therefore give you incorrect sea level air pressure readings.

Use example: Setting the altitude reference value
You’re on the second day of your two-day hike. You realize that you forgot toswitch from the Barometer profile to the Altimeter profile when you started
moving in the morning.You know that the current altitude readings given by
your Suunto Ambit are wrong. So, you hike to the nearest location shown on
your topographic map for which an altitude reference value is provided. You
correct your Suunto Ambit altitude reference value accordingly and switchfrom Barometer to Altimeter profile. Your altitude readings are correct again.

9.2 Matching profile to activity
The Altimeter profile should be selected when your outdoor activity involveschanges in altitude (e.g. hiking in hilly terrain).
The Barometer profile should be selected when your outdoor activity does
not involve changes in altitude (e.g. soccer, sailing, canoeing).

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To get correct readings, you need to match the profile to your activity. You caneither let Suunto Ambit decide a suitable profile for the activity, or choose aprofile yourself.
NOTE: You can define the profile as part of the custom mode settings inMovescount, or in your Suunto Ambit.

9.2.1 Setting profiles
To set the ALTI & BARO profile:
1. Keep [Next] pressed to enter the options menu.
2. Scroll to ALTI-BARO with [Light Lock] and enter with [Next].
3. Select Profile with [Next].
4. Scroll the profile options (Automatic, Altimeter, Barometer) with [Start
Stop] or [Light Lock]. Select a profile with [Next].

9.2.2 Setting reference values
To set the sea level pressure and altitude reference values:
1. Keep [Next] pressed to enter the options menu.
2. Scroll to ALTI-BARO with [Light Lock] and enter with [Next].
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3. Scroll to Reference with [Light Lock] and enter with [Next].
4. Scroll to Altitude or Sea level with [Light Lock] and enter the setting with
[Next].
5. Set the known reference value using [Start Stop] and [Light Lock].

9.3 Using Altimeter profile
The Altimeter profile calculates altitude based on reference values. The
reference value can either be sea level air pressure value or altitude reference
value. When the Altimeter profile is activated, the altimeter icon is shown on
the display. For information on setting the profile, see Section 9.2.1 Setting
profiles on page 52.
When the Altimeter profile is activated, you can access the following views:● top row: your current altitude● middle row: altitude information on a 12-hour timeline in graph form
● bottom row: toggle between time and temperature with [View]

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9.4 Using Barometer profile
The Barometer profile shows the current sea level air pressure. This is basedon the reference values added in the settings and the constantly measured
absolute air pressure. For information on setting the reference values, see
Section 9.2.2 Setting reference values on page 52.
Changes in the sea level air pressure are presented graphically in the middle
row of the display. The display shows the recording of the last 27 hours witha recording interval of 1 hour.
When the Barometer profile is activated, the barometer icon is shown on thedisplay. For information on setting the ALTI & BARO profile, see Section 9.2.1
Setting profiles on page 52.
When the Barometer profile is activated, Suunto Ambit shows you the following
barometric information:● top row: the current sea level air pressure54

● middle row: a graph displaying sea level pressure data from the past 27
hours (1h recording interval)● bottom row: toggle between temperature, time and altitude reference
value with [View]

Altitude reference is the latest altitude used in ALTI & BARO mode. It can be:● the altitude you have set as altitude reference in the Barometer profile, or● the latest altitude logged in the Automatic profile before changing to the
Barometer profile.
NOTE: If you are wearing your Suunto Ambit on your wrist, you will need totake it off in order to get an accurate temperature reading because your bodytemperature will affect the initial reading.

9.5 Using Automatic profile
The Automatic profile switches between the Altimeter and Barometer profiles
according to your movements. When the Automatic profile is active, the device
will automatically switch between interpreting changes in air pressure aschanges in altitude or changes in weather.

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as both cause a change in the surrounding air pressure. Suunto Ambit senses
vertical movement and switches to measuring altitude, when needed. When
altitude is shown, it is updated with a maximum delay of 10 seconds.
If you are at a constant altitude (less than 5 meters of vertical movement within
12 minutes), Suunto Ambit interprets all pressure changes as weather changes.
The measurement interval is 10 seconds. The altitude reading remains steadyand if the weather changes, you will see changes in the sea level air pressure
reading.
If you are moving in altitude (more than 5 meters of vertical movement within
3 minutes), Suunto Ambit interprets all pressure changes as movements inaltitude.
Depending on which profile is active, you can access the Altimeter orBarometer profile views with [View].
NOTE: When you are using the Automatic profile, barometer or altimeter
icons are not shown on the display.

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Suunto Ambit has a 3D compass that allows you to orient yourself in relation
to magnetic north. The tilt-compensated compass gives you accurate readings
even if the compass is not horizontally level.
COMPASS mode includes the following information:● middle row: compass heading in degrees● bottom row: toggle between the current heading in cardinal (N, S, W, E) andhalf-cardinal (NE, NW, SE, SW) points, time and empty view with [View]

The compass will switch itself to power saving mode after one minute.
Reactivate it with [Start Stop].
For information on using compass during exercise, see Section 12.6.4 Using
compass during exercise on page 77.

10.1 Calibrating compass
COMPASS mode asks you to calibrate the compass before you start using it. If

you have already calibrated the compass and want to re-calibrate it, you canaccess the calibration option in the options menu.

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To access the compass calibration:
1. Keep [Next] pressed to enter the options menu.
2. Scroll to GENERAL using [Light Lock] and enter with [Next].
3. Scroll to Compass using [Start Stop] or [Light Lock] and enter with [Next].
4. Press [Next] to select Calibration.

To calibrate the compass:
1. Keep the device as level as possible and rotate it until the outer rim
segments of the display are filled and you hear a sound confirming thecalibration was successful. The text Level is blinking on the display when
the device is not leveled.
2. The tilt calibration starts automatically after a successful level calibration.
Keep the device tilted at 90º until you hear the confirmation sound and thetext Calibration successful is displayed.
If the calibration does not succeed, the text Calibration failed is displayed.
To retry the calibration, press [Start Stop].

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10.2 Setting declination value
To ensure correct compass readings, set an accurate declination value.
Paper maps point to true north. Compasses, however, point to magnetic north– a region above the Earth where the Earth’s magnetic fields pull. Because
magnetic North and true North are not at the same location, you must set the
declination on your compass. The angle in between magnetic and true northis your declination.
The declination value appears on most maps. The location of magnetic northchanges yearly, so the most accurate and up-to-date declination value can beobtained from the internet (for example www.magnetic-declination.com).
Orienteering maps, however, are drawn in relation to magnetic north. Thismeans that when you are using orienteering maps you need to turn the
declination correction off by setting the declination value to 0 degrees.
To set the declination value:
1. Keep [Next] pressed to enter the options menu.
2. Scroll to GENERAL using [Light Lock] and select with [Next].
3. Scroll to Compass using [Start Stop] or [Light Lock] and select with [Next].
4. Press [Next] to select Declination.
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5. Turn the declination off by selecting --, or select W (west) or E (east).
6. Set the declination value with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock].
7. Press [Next] to accept the setting.

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11.1 Activating and deactivating stopwatch
The stopwatch allows you to measure time without starting an exercise. Afteryou have activated the stopwatch, it is shown as the last display after the TIME,
ALTI & BARO and COMPASS modes.
To activate/deactivate the stopwatch:
1. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.
2. Scroll to STOPWATCH with [Light Lock] and select with [Next].
3. Set the stopwatch to On/Off with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock]. Accept with
[Next].

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To use the stopwatch:
1. In the activated stopwatch display, press [Start Stop] to start measuringtime.
2. Press [Back Lap] to make a lap, or press [Start Stop] to pause the stopwatch.
To view the lap times, press [Back Lap] when the stopwatch is paused.
3. Press [Start Stop] to continue.
4. To reset the time, keep [Start Stop] pressed when the stopwatch is paused.
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row of the display.
● scroll the TIME, ALTI & BARO and COMPASS modes with [Next].
● enter the options menu by keeping [Next] pressed.

11.3 Countdown timer
You can set the countdown timer to count down from a preset time to zero.
After you have activated the countdown timer, it is shown as the last display
after TIME, ALTI & BARO and COMPASS modes.
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The timer makes a short sound every second during the last 10 seconds andsounds an alarm when zero is reached.
To set the countdown time:
1. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.
2. Scroll to TIMERS with [Light Lock] and select with [Next].
3. Scroll to Countdown with [Light Lock] and select with [Next].
4. Press [View] to adjust the countdown time.
5. Set the hours and minutes with [Start Stop] and [Light Lock]. Accept with
[Next].
6. Press [Start Stop] start the countdown.

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after a 2 minute timeout period.
To deactivate the timer, go to TIMERS in the start menu and select END Timer.
TIP: You can pause/continue the countdown by pressing [Start Stop].

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Use the exercise modes to record exercise logs and view various information
during your exercise.
You can access the exercise modes by pressing [Start Stop] in the TIME or ALTI
& BARO mode, or in the COMPASS mode after the compass has been calibrated.

12.1 Exercise modes
You can select a suitable exercise mode from the predefined custom modes.
Depending on the sport, different information is shown on the display during
exercise. For example, the custom exercise mode specifies whether
FusedSpeedTM or plain GPS speed is used. (For more information, see Chapter
13 FusedSpeed on page 87.) The selected exercise mode also affects exercise
settings, such as HR limits, autolap distance, ALTI & BARO mode and recording
rate.
In Movescount you can create more custom exercise modes, edit the predefinedcustom modes and download them to your device.

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During exercise the predefined exercise modes give you information that isuseful for that particular sport:● Cycling: speed, distance, cadence and heart rate related information● Mountaineering: altitude, distance and speed related information (60 sec
GPS fix)● Trail running : altitude, heart rate, pace and distance related information● Running: pace, heart rate and chronograph related information● (Alpine) Skiing: altitude, descent and time related information● Other sports: speed, heart rate and altitude related information● Indoor training : heart rate related information (without GPS)● Trekking: distance, altitude, heart rate and chronograph related information(60 sec GPS fix)12.2 Additional options in exercise modes
While in an exercise mode, keep [Next] pressed to access additional options
to be used during your exercise:● Select LOCATION to check the coordinates of your current location, or saveit as a POI.
● Select NAVIGATION to navigate to a POI or a route, or to add a new POI. For
more information about navigation, see Chapter 8 Navigation on page 27.
● Select ALTI-BARO to set the altitude or sea level pressure value, or set the
ALTI-BARO profile. For more information, see Chapter 9 Using Alti & Baromode on page 49.
● Select ACTIVATE to set the following features on or off:
○ Select INTERVAL OFF/ON to activate/deactivate interval timer. The interval
timer can be added to custom exercise modes in Movescount. For more
information, see Section 12.6.5 Using interval timer on page 78.
67en○ Select COMPASS OFF/ON to activate/deactivate the compass. When thecompass is activated during exercise, it is shown as the last display ofthe custom exercise mode.
○ Select HR LIMITS OFF/ON to set the HR limits on or off. The heart rate limit
values can be specified in Movescount.
○ Select AUTOPAUSE OFF/ON to activate/deactivate autopause.

12.3 Using heart rate belt
A heart rate belt can be used during exercise. When you use a heart rate belt,
Suunto Ambit gives you more information about your activities.
Using a heart rate belt enables the following additional information during
exercise:● heart rate in real time
● average heart rate in real time
● heart rate in graph form
● calories burned during exercise● guidance to exercise within defined heart rate limits● Peak Training Effect68

Using a heart rate belt enables the following additional information after
exercise:● calories burned during exercise● average heart rate
● peak heart rate
● recovery timeenTroubleshooting: No heart rate signal
If you lose the heart rate signal, try the following:● Check that you are wearing the heart rate belt correctly (see Section 12.4
Putting on heart rate belt on page 69).
● Check that the electrode areas of the heart rate belt are moist.
● Replace the battery of the heart rate belt, if problems persist.
● Re-pair your heart rate belt with the device (see Chapter 15 Pairing POD/heart
rate belt on page 95).
● Machine-wash the textile strap of the heart rate belt regularly.

12.4 Putting on heart rate belt
NOTE: Suunto Ambit is compatible with Suunto ANT Comfort Belt.
Adjust the strap length so that the heart rate belt is tight but still comfortable.
Moisten the contact areas with water or gel and put on the heart rate belt.
Ensure the heart rate belt is centered on your chest and the red arrow is pointingup.

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WARNING: People who have a pacemaker, defibrillator, or other implanted
electronic device use the hear rate belt at their own risk. Before starting the initialuse of the heart rate belt, we recommend an exercise test under a doctor’s
supervision. This ensures the safety and reliability of the pacemaker and heart rate
belt when being used simultaneously. Exercise may include some risk, especiallyfor those who have been inactive. We strongly advise you to consult your doctor
prior to beginning a regular exercise program.
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12.5 Starting exercise
To start exercising:
1. Moisten the contact areas and put on the heart rate belt (optional).
2. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.
3. Press [Next] to enter EXERCISE.
4. Scroll the exercise mode options with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock] and selecta suitable mode with [Next]. (For more information about the exercise mode
options, see Section 12.1 Exercise modes on page 66.)
5. The device automatically starts searching for a heart rate belt signal, if theselected exercise mode uses a heart rate belt. Wait for the device to notifythat the heart rate and/or GPS signal have been found, or press [Start Stop]to select Later. The device continues to search the heart rate/GPS signal.
Once the heart rate/GPS signal has been found, the device starts showing
and recording heart rate/GPS data.
6. Press [Start Stop] to start recording your exercise. To access the options
menu, keep [Next] pressed (see Section 12.2 Additional options in exercise
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Suunto Ambit gives you additional information during your exercise. The
additional information varies depending on the exercise mode you haveselected, see Section 12.1 Exercise modes on page 66. You will also get more
information, if you use a heart rate belt and GPS during exercise.
Suunto Ambit allows you to define what information you want to see on thedisplay. For information on customizing the displays, see Chapter 6 Customizing
your Suunto Ambit on page 15.
Here are some ideas on how to use the device during exercise:● Press [Next] to see additional displays.
● Press [View] to see additional views.
● To avoid accidentally stopping your log recording or making unwantedlaps, lock the buttons by keeping [Light Lock] pressed.
● Press [Start Stop] to pause recording. The pause will be shown in your log
as a lap mark. To resume recording, press [Start Stop] again.

12.6.1 Recording tracks
Depending on the exercise mode you have selected, your Suunto Ambit allows
you to record various information during exercise.
If you are using GPS while recording a log, Suunto Ambit will also record yourtrack and you can view it in Movescount. When you are recording your track,
the recording icon and the GPS icon are shown on the upper part of the display.

12.6.2 Making laps
During your exercise, you can make laps either manually or automatically by
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automatically, Suunto Ambit records the laps based on the distance you havespecified in Movescount.
To make laps manually, press [Back Lap] during the exercise.
Suunto Ambit shows you the following information:● top row: split time (duration from the start of the log)
● middle row: lap number● bottom row: lap time

NOTE: The exercise summary always shows at least one lap, your exercise fromstart to finish. The laps you have made during the exercise are shown as additionallaps.

12.6.3 Recording altitude
Your Suunto Ambit stores all your movements in altitude between the startand stop time of the log. If you are engaged in an activity in which your altitudechanges, you can record the altitude changes and view the stored information
later. You can also make laps during recording. Your laps are stored in thedevice memory and you can access them later in Movescount. You can viewthe lap type, lap number, split time and distance.
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1. Make sure that the Altimeter profile is activated.
2. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.
3. Scroll to EXERCISE with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock] and select with [Next].
4. Scroll the exercise modes with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock] and select asuitable mode with [Next].
5. Wait for the device to notify that the heart rate and/or GPS signal have beenfound, or press [Start Stop] to select Later. The device continues to search
the heart rate/GPS signal. Press [Start Stop] to start recording the log.
TIP: Make a custom mode without heart rate in Movescount for recording
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You can activate the compass and add it to a custom exercise mode during
your exercise.
To use the compass during exercise:
1. While you are recording your exercise, keep [Next] pressed to access theoptions menu.
2. Scroll to ACTIVATE with [Light Lock] and select with [Next].
3. Scroll to Compass OFF with [Light Lock] and select with [Next].
4. Press [Start Stop] or [Light Lock] to set the compass On and accept with
[Next].
The compass is shown as the last display on the custom exercise mode.

77enTo deactivate the compass, go back to the options menu and set the compass
off.

12.6.5 Using interval timer
You can add an interval timer to each custom exercise mode in Movescount.
To add the interval timer to a custom mode, go to the GEAR section of yourprofile and select Customization. The next time you connect your Suunto
Ambit to your Movescount account, the interval timer will be synchronized tothe device.
You can specify the following information in the interval timer:● interval types (HIGH and LOW interval)● the duration or distance for both interval types● the number of times the intervals are repeated
NOTE: If you do not set the number of repetitions for the intervals inMovescount, the interval timer will continue until it has been repeated 99 times.
To activate/deactivate the interval timer:
1. While you are in a custom exercise mode, keep [Next] pressed to accessthe options menu.
2. Scroll to ACTIVATE with [Light Lock] and select with [Next].
3. Scroll to Interval with [Start Stop] and select with [Next].
4. Press [Start Stop] or [Light Lock] to set the interval timer On/Off and accept
with [Next].
When the interval timer is active, the interval icon is shown on the top of
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12.6.6 Navigating during exercise
You can navigate a route or navigate to a point of interest (POI) during yourexercise.
To navigate during exercise:
1. While you are recording your exercise, keep [Next] pressed to access theoptions menu.
2. Press [Next] to select NAVIGATION.
3. Press [Next] to select POIs (Points of interest), or scroll to Routes with
[Light Lock] and select with [Next].
The navigation guidance is shown as the last display on the custom exercise
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1. Keep [Next] pressed to access the options menu.
2. Press [Next] to select NAVIGATION.
3. Scroll to End navigation with [Start Stop] and accept with [Next].

12.6.7 Finding back during exercise
Suunto Ambit automatically saves the starting point of your exercise, if you
are using GPS. During exercise, Suunto Ambit guides you back to the starting
point (or to the location where the GPS fix was established) with the Find backfunctionality.

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To find back to the starting point during exercise:
1. While you are recording your exercise, keep [Next] pressed to access theoptions menu.
2. Press [Next] to select NAVIGATION.
3. Scroll to Find back with [Start Stop] and select with [Next].
The navigation guidance is shown as the last display on the custom exercise
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12.6.8 Autopause
Autopause pauses the recording of your exercise when your speed is less than
2 km/h. When your speed increases to more than 2km/h, the recording
continues automatically.
You can set autopause to on/off for each sport mode in Movescount.
Alternatively, you can activate autopause during exercise.
NOTE: Autopause is not available in the Indoor swimming mode.
To set autopause on/off during exercise:
1. While you are in a sport mode, keep [Next] pressed to access the options
menu.
2. Scroll to ACTIVATE with [Light Lock] and select with [Next].
3. Scroll to Autopause with [Start Stop] and select with [Next].
4. Press [Start Stop] or [Light Lock] to set autopause On/Off and accept with
[Next].

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12.7 Viewing logbook after exercise
You can view the summary of your exercise after you have stopped recording.
To stop recording and view the summary information:
1. Keep [Start Stop] pressed to stop and save the exercise.
Alternatively, you can press [Start Stop] to pause the recording. After
pausing the log, confirm stopping by pressing [Back Lap], or continue
recording by pressing [Light Lock]. After stopping the exercise, save thelog by pressing [Start Stop]. If you do not want to save the log, press [Light
Lock].
2. Press [Next] to view the exercise summary.
83You can also view the summaries of all your saved exercises in the logbook. In
the logbook the exercises are listed according to time and the latest exercise
is shown first. The logbook can store approximately 15 hours of exercises with
1 second’s GPS fix and data collection interval.
To view the summary of your exercise in the logbook:1. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.
2. Scroll to LOGBOOK with [Light Lock] and enter with [Next]. Your current
recovery time is shown.
3. Scroll the exercise logs with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock] and select a log with
[Next].
4. Browse the summary views of the log with [Next].

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● distance (exercise with GPS)● ascent● average speed (exercise with GPS)● descent● peak heart rate
● average heart rate
● calories burned● Peak Training Effect● recovery time
TIP: You can access more detailed data in Movescount.

12.7.2 After exercise without heart rate belt
When you exercise without a heart rate belt, the summary includes thefollowing information:● start time and date of the log● duration● number of laps
● distance (exercise with GPS)● ascent85

● average speed (exercise with GPS)● descent12.7.3 Recovery time
Suunto Ambit always shows your current cumulative recovery time from all
your saved exercises. The recovery time indicates how long it takes for you to
fully recover and be ready to exercise with full intensity. As your recovery timedecreases or increases, the device updates it in real time.
To view your current recovery time:
1. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.
2. Scroll to LOGBOOK with [Light Lock] and select with [Next].
3. The recovery time is shown on the display.

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FusedSpeed is a unique combination of GPS and wrist acceleration sensor
readings for measuring your running speed more accurately. GPS signal isadaptively filtered based on wrist acceleration, giving more accurate readings
at steady running speeds and a quicker response to changes in speed.

FusedSpeedTM will benefit you the most when you need highly reactive speed
readings during training, for example, when running on uneven terrain or
during interval training. If you temporarily lose GPS signal, for example, because
buildings block the signal, Suunto Ambit is able to continue showing accurate
speed readings with the help of the GPS calibrated accelometer.

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TIP: To get the most accurate readings with FusedSpeedTM, only glance shortly
at the device when needed. Holding the device in front of you without moving it
reduces the accuracy.
FusedSpeedTM is activated automatically with the following exercise modes:● trail running● triathlon● running● soccer● orienteering● multisport88

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Use example: Running and biking with FusedSpeedTM
When you change from running to biking, FusedSpeedTM notices that the wrist
acceleration is not giving valid speed readings. The device automaticallydeactivates FusedSpeedTM and provides purely GPS-based speed data forbiking. When you change to running after biking, FusedSpeedTM will be
automatically activated.
NOTE: FusedSpeedTM only works properly when using the same exercise mode
when switching between the activities.

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14 ADJUSTING SETTINGS
To access and adjust the settings:
1. Keep [Next] pressed to enter the options menu.
2. Scroll the menu with [Start Stop] and [Light Lock].
3. Press [Next] to enter a setting.
4. Press [Start Stop] and [Light Lock] to adjust the setting values.
5. Press [Back Lap] to return to the previous view in the settings, or keep [Next]
pressed to exit the options menu.

You can access the following options:PERSONAL settings● Weight● Max HRNAVIGATION● POIs (Points of interest)● Routes
GENERAL settings
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○ Metric○ Imperial○ Advanced: Allows you to customize a mix of imperial and metric settings
according to your own liking in Movescount.
● Position format:○ WGS84 Hd.d°○ WGS84 Hd°m.m'○ WGS84 Hd°m's.s○ UTM○ MGRS○ British (BNG)○ Finnish (ETRS-TM35FIN)○ Finnish (KKJ)○ Irish (IG)○ Swedish (RT90)○ Swiss (CH1903)○ UTM NAD27 Alaska○ UTM NAD27 Conus○ UTM NAD83● Time format: 12 h or 24 h
● Date format: dd.mm.yy, mm/dd/yy
Time/date● GPS timekeeping: on or off● Dual time: hours and minutes● Alarm: on/off, hours and minutes● Time: hours and minutes● Date: year, month, day91enTones/display● Invert display: inverts the display● Tones:○ All on: button tones and system tones are activated○ Buttons Off: only system tones are activated○ All off: all tones are off
NOTE: The alarm will sound even when all tones are off.
● BacklightMode:○ Normal: The backlight is switched on for a few seconds when you press[Light Lock] and when the alarm sounds.
○ Off: The backlight is not switched on by pressing a button or when thealarm sounds.
○ Night: The backlight is switched on for a few seconds when you press
any button and when the alarm sounds. Using the Night modesignificantly reduces battery duration.
○ Toggle: The backlight is switched on when you press [Light Lock]. It
stays on until you press [Light Lock] again.
Brightness: Adjust backlight brightness (in percentages).
● Display contrast: Adjust the display contrast (in percentages).
Compass● Calibration: Start compass calibration.
● Declination: Set the compass declination value.
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○ Heading up: Displays the zoomed-in map with the heading pointingup.
○ North up: Displays the zoomed-in map with the north pointing up.
ALTI-BARO settings● Profile: altimeter, barometer, automatic● Reference: altitude, sea level
PAIR settings● Bike POD: Pair a Bike POD.
● HR belt: Pair a HR belt.
● Cadence POD: Pair a Cadence POD.

14.1 Service menu
To access the service menu, keep [Back Lap] and [Start Stop] pressed
simultaneously until the device enters the service menu.

The service menu includes the following items:● INFO:○ Air pressure: shows the current absolute air pressure and temperature.
○ Version: shows the current software and hardware version of your
Suunto Ambit.
93en● TEST:○ LCD test: allows you to test that the LCD works properly.
● ACTION:○ GPS reset: allows you to reset GPS.
NOTE: Resetting GPS resets GPS data, compass calibration values, alti/barographs and recovery time. However, your recorded logs will not be removed.
NOTE: Service menu content is subject to change without notice during updates.
NOTE: The device switches to power saving mode when it is static for 30
minutes. The device re-activates when moved.

Resetting GPS
In case GPS is not working properly, you can reset GPS data in the service menu.
To reset GPS:
1. In the service menu, scroll to ACTION with [Light Lock] and enter with [Next].
2. Press [Light Lock] to scroll to GPS reset and enter with [Next].
3. Press [Start Stop] to confirm GPS reset, or press [Light Lock] to cancel.

14.2 Changing language
The default language in your Suunto Ambit is English. To change the language,connect the device to your computer and download additional languages
from Movescount. The languages available are English, French, Spanish,
German, Finnish, Swedish, Italian, Portuguese and Dutch.
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Pair your Suunto Ambit with optional Suunto PODs (Bike POD, heart rate belt,
Foot POD or Cadence POD) and ANT+ PODs to receive additional speed,
distance and cadence information during exercise. You can pair up to four
different PODs (one of each POD type). If you pair more PODs, Suunto Ambit
remembers the latest paired POD of each POD type.
The heart rate belt and/or POD included in your Suunto Ambit package are
already paired. Pairing is required only if you want to use a new heart rate belt
or a POD with the device.
To pair a POD/heart rate belt:
1. Activate the POD/heart rate belt:● Heart rate belt: moisten the contact areas and put on the belt.
● Bike POD: rotate the tire with the installed Bike POD.
● Cadence POD: rotate the bike pedal with the installed Cadence POD.
● Foot POD: tilt Foot POD 90 degrees.
2. Keep [Next] pressed to enter the options menu.
3. Scroll to PAIR with [Light Lock] and enter with [Next].
4. Scroll the accessory options Bike POD, HR belt, Foot POD and Cadence
POD with [Start Stop] and [Light Lock].
5. Press [Next] to select a POD or heart rate belt and start pairing.
6. Hold your Suunto Ambit close to the POD/belt (<30 cm) and wait for thedevice to notify that the POD/belt has been paired.
If the pairing fails, press [Start Stop] to retry, or [Light Lock] to return to thepairing setting.

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TIP: You can also activate the heart rate belt by moistening and pressing bothelectrode contact areas.
Troubleshooting: Heart rate belt pairing fails
If the heart rate belt pairing fails, try the following:● Check that the strap is connected to the module.
● Check that you are wearing the heart rate belt correctly (see Section 12.4
Putting on heart rate belt on page 69).
● Check that the electrode contact areas of the heart rate belt are moist.

9715.1 Calibrating PODs
You can use your Suunto Ambit to calibrate Suunto Foot POD Mini for accurate
speed and distance measurement. Perform the calibration on an accurately
measured distance, for instance, on a 400 meter running track.
To calibrate Suunto Foot POD Mini with Suunto Ambit:
1. Attach Suunto Foot POD Mini to your shoe. For more information, see
Suunto Foot POD Mini Quick Guide.
2. Choose a custom mode (for example Running) in the start menu.
3. Start running at your usual pace. When you cross the starting line, press[Start Stop] to start the recording.
4. Run a distance of 800–1000 meters (about 0.500–0.700 miles) at your usual
pace (for example two laps on a 400 meter track).
5. Press [Start Stop] when you reach the finish line to pause the recording.
6. Press [Back Lap] to stop recording. After stopping the exercise, save the log
by pressing [Start Stop]. If you do not want to save the log, press [Light
Lock].
Scroll with [Next] through summary views, until you reach the distancesummary. Adjust the distance shown on the display to the actual distanceyou ran with [Start Stop] and [Light Lock]. Confirm with [Next].
7. Confirm the POD calibration by pressing [Start Stop]. Your Foot POD Mini
has now been calibrated.
NOTE: If the Foot POD Mini connection was unstable during the calibration
exercise, you might not be able to adjust the distance in the distance summary.
Make sure that Foot POD Mini is attached properly according to instructions andtry again.
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For example the following icons are displayed in Suunto Ambit:
barometer
altimeter
chronographsettings
GPS signal strength
pairing
heart rate
exercise mode
alarm
interval timer

100button lockenbattery
current screen
button indicators
up/increase
next/confirm
down/decrease
POI icons
The following POI icons are available in Suunto Ambit:
building/homecar/parking
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food/restaurant/cafe
lodging/hostel/hotel
water/river/lake/coast
mountain/hill/valley/cliff
forestcrossroad
sight
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end
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Autolap
FormatFusedSpeedTM

GridHeart rate limits
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With AUTOLAP, you can define laps in distance instead oftime.
The way in which the GPS receiver's position will be
displayed on the wrist unit. Commonly displayed aslatitude/longitude in degrees and minutes, with options
for degrees, minutes and seconds, degrees only, or one ofseveral grid formats.
FusedSpeedTM is a unique combination of GPS andacceleration sensor readings for more accurate runningspeed. The GPS signal is adaptively filtered based on
acceleration, giving a more accurate reading at steadyrunning speeds and a quicker response to changes in
speed. FusedSpeedTM is meant for running and othersimilar type of activities.
A grid system is a set of lines that cross each other at rightangles on a map. Grid systems allow you to locate or reporton a specific point on the map.
Go to Movescount to specify your upper and lower heart
rate limits. Transfer the settings to your device.
Duration of the current lap. When making a new lap, theduration restarts and the device starts to count a new laptime. When making a lap during exercise, you will see a lap
pop-up window on the display with e.g. lap number "1","2"...

Navigation
Peak Training
EffectPoint of interest(POI)
Position
Route
Split time
Suunto App

Travelling to a given waypoint with knowledge of thecurrent position in relation to the waypoint.
Peak Training Effect is a parameter that indicates the impactof a training session on your maximal aerobic performance(VO2max).
Go to Movescount to select it to be displayed during yourexercise. After you have selected Peak Training Effect to
be displayed, you can see the estimated effect of thesession on your peak performance on a scale of 1 to 5, fromminor to overreaching, during exercise.
Peak Training Effect works best in medium to high intensity
training at a constant intensity level. It is not ideal for
quantifying low intensity workouts. Base endurance
training, regardless of how long and tiring the session is,will have a low Peak Training Effect.
Position coordinates of a single point stored in Suunto
Ambit memory.
Exact map coordinates of a given position.
A route consists of several waypoints. You can create aroute in Movescount and download it to Suunto Ambit.
Time from log start at any given point during exercise.
Suunto Apps can be created in Movescount for adding
new features to Suunto Ambit. You can add Suunto Apps
to custom exercise modes in Movescount and synchorize
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Suunto App
Designer

Suunto App Designer is an easy-to-use graphical tool thatgives everyone the possibility to create new features.
Registration to Movescount is required. You can find
Suunto App Designer in Movescount.
Suunto App Zone You can find existing Suunto Apps in Suunto App Zone inMovescount. You can browse Suunto App Zone also
without registering to Movescount.
Track
Track is the path traversed by the user.
Waypoint
Position coordinates of a point in a route. A route consistsof several waypoints.

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Handle the unit with care – do not knock or drop it.
Under normal circumstances the device will not require servicing. After use,rinse it with fresh water, mild soap, and carefully clean the housing with a moist
soft cloth or chamois.
For more information on care and maintenance of the unit, refer to thecomprehensive range of support materials, including Questions and Answers
and instruction videos, available at www.suunto.com. There you can also post
questions directly to Suunto Contact Center or get instructions on how to getyour product repaired by an authorized Suunto Service, if needed. Do not
repair the unit yourself.
Alternatively, you may contact Suunto Contact Center at the phone number
listed on the last page of this document. Suunto’s qualified customer support
staff will help you and, if needed, troubleshoot your product during the call.
Use only original Suunto accessories - damage caused by non-original
accessories is not covered by warranty.
TIP: Remember to register your Suunto Ambit in MySuunto atwww.suunto.com/register to get personalized support for your needs.

18.1 Water resistance
Suunto Ambit is water resistant. Its water resistance is tested to 100 m/330 ft
according to ISO 2281 standard (www.iso.ch). This means that you can use
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NOTE: Water resistance is not equivalent to functional operating depth. The
water resistance marking refers to static air/water tightness withstanding shower,
bathing, swimming, poolside diving and snorkeling.
To maintain water resistance, it is recommended to:● never push the buttons while submerged.
● 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 direct water pressure flow towards buttons.
● never knock or drop the device.

18.2 Charging the battery
The battery duration on a single charge depends on how Suunto Ambit is used.
The duration ranges from 15 to 50 hours or more. With basic watch functionality
this can be up to 30 days. For more information on battery life, see Chapter 19
Technical specifications on page 111.
NOTE: Low temperatures reduce the duration of a single charge.
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NOTE: In case of abnormal capacity decrease due to defective battery, Suunto
warranty covers the battery replacement for 1 year or for at maximum 300 charging
times, whichever comes first.
TIP: If the device is taking GPS fix each second, the charge lasts at least ~15
hours. If the device is taking GPS fix only every 60 seconds, the duration of thecharge is ~50 hours.
The battery icon indicates the charge level of the battery. When the battery
charge level is less than 10 %, the battery icon blinks for 30 seconds. When thebattery charge level is less than 2 %, the battery icon blinks continuously.

Charge the battery by attaching it to your computer with the Suunto USB cable,or charge with the USB-compatible Suunto wall charger. It takes approximately
2-3 hours to fully charge an empty battery.
TIP: Go to Movescount to change the GPS fix and recording rate of an exercise
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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: ~78 g/~2.75 oz
water resistance (device): 100 m/328 ft (ISO 2281)
water resistance (HR belt): 20 m/66 ft (ISO 2281)
lens: mineral crystal glass
power: rechargeable lithium-ion battery
battery duration (single charge):○ ~ 15 hours with 1 sec GPS fix*
○ ~ 50 hours with 60 sec GPS fix*
○ ~ 30 days in ALTI/BARO/COMPASS mode (without GPS)*GPS tracking mode with new battery in +20° C.

Memory● waypoints: max. 100

Radio receiver● Suunto ANT and ANT+TM compatible, communication frequency 2.465
GHz, modulation method GFSK
● range: ~2 m/6 ft

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Barometer● display range: 950...1060 hPa/28.34...31.30 inHg
● resolution: 1 hPa/0.01 inHg

Altimeter● display range: -500 m...9000 m/-1500 ft...29500 ft● resolution: 1 m/3 ft

Thermometer● display range: -20° C to +60° C /-4° F to +140° F● resolution: 1° C/1° F

Chronograph● resolution: 1 s until 9:59'59, after that 1 min

Compass● resolution: 1 degree/18 milsGPS● technology: SiRF star IV● resolution: 1 m/3 ft

19.1 Trademark
Suunto Ambit, its logos, and other Suunto brand trademarks and made names
are registered or unregistered trademarks of Suunto Oy. All rights are reserved.

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19.2 FCC complianceenThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation. 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 could
void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations.

19.3 ICThis device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.

19.4 CE
Suunto Oy hereby declares that this wristop computer is in compliance withthe essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

19.5 Copyright
Copyright © Suunto Oy 2013. All rights reserved. Suunto, Suunto productnames, their logos and other Suunto brand trademarks and names are113

registered or unregistered trademarks of Suunto Oy. This document and its
contents are proprietary to Suunto Oy and are intended solely for the use ofclients 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 priorwritten consent of Suunto Oy. While we have taken great care to ensure that
information contained in this documentation is both comprehensive andaccurate, no warranty of accuracy is expressed or implied. This document
content is subject to change at any time without notice. The latest version ofthis documentation can be downloaded at www.suunto.com.

19.6 Patent noticeThis product is protected by pending patent applications and theircorresponding national rights: US 11/169,712, US 12/145,766, US 61/649,617,
US 61/649,632, FI20116231, USD 603,521, EP 11008080, EU designs
001296636-0001/0006, 001332985-0001 or 001332985-0002 USD 29/313,029,
USD 667,127, (HR belt: US 7,526,840, US 11/808,391, US 13/071,624, US
61/443,731). Additional patent applications have been filed.

19.7 Warranty
SUUNTO LIMITED WARRANTY
Suunto warrants that during the Warranty Period Suunto or a Suunto Authorized
Service Center (hereinafter Service Center) will, at its sole discretion, remedy
defects in materials or workmanship free of charge either by a) repairing, or b)
replacing, or c) refunding, subject to the terms and conditions of this Limited
Warranty. This Limited Warranty is only valid and enforceable in the countryof purchase, unless local law stipulates otherwise.
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Warranty Period
The Limited Warranty Period starts at the date of original retail purchase. The
Warranty Period is two (2) years for display devices. The Warranty Period is one(1) year for accessories including but not limited to PODs and heart ratetransmitters, as well as for all consumable parts.
The capacity of rechargeable batteries decreases over time. In case of abnormal
capacity decrease due to defective battery, Suunto warranty covers the battery
replacement for 1 year or for at maximum 300 charging times, whichever comes
first.

Exclusions and Limitations
This Limited Warranty does not cover:
1. a) normal wear and tear, b) defects caused by rough handling, or c) defects
or damage caused by misuse contrary to intended or recommended use;
2. user manuals or any third-party items;
3. defects or alleged defects caused by the use with any product, accessory,
software and/or service not manufactured or supplied by Suunto;
This Limited Warranty is not enforceable if item:
1. has been opened beyond intended use;
2. has been repaired using unauthorized spare parts; modified or repaired byunauthorized Service Center;3. serial number has been removed, altered or made illegible in any way, as
determined at the sole discretion of Suunto;
4. has been exposed to chemicals including but not limited to mosquito
repellents.

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Suunto does not warrant that the operation of the Product will be uninterrupted
or error free, or that the Product will work with any hardware or software
provided by a third party.

Access to Suunto warranty service
You must have proof of purchase to access Suunto warranty service. For
instructions how to obtain warranty service, visit www.suunto.com/support.
If you have questions or doubts, a comprehensive range of support materials
is available there, or you can post a question directly to Suunto Contact Center.
Alternatively, you may contact Suunto Contact Center at the phone number
listed on the last page of this document. Suunto’s qualified customer support
staff will help you and, if needed, troubleshoot your product during the call.

Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable mandatory laws, this Limited
Warranty is your sole and exclusive remedy and is in lieu of all other warranties,
expressed or implied. Suunto shall not be liable for special, incidental, punitive
or consequential damages, including but not limited to loss of anticipatedbenefits, loss of data, loss of use, cost of capital, cost of any substituteequipment or facilities, claims of third parties, damage to property resulting
from the purchase or use of the item or arising from breach of the warranty,
breach of contract, negligence, strict tort, or any legal or equitable theory, even
if Suunto knew of the likelihood of such damages. Suunto shall not be liablefor delay in rendering warranty service.

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IndexA
adjusting display contrast, 19
after exercise, 83, 85
with heart rate belt, 85
without heart rate belt, 85
alarm, 24
Alti & Baro mode, 49
Altimeter profile, 53
Automatic profile, 55
Barometer profile, 54
correct readings, 50
incorrect readings, 50
profiles, 51–52
recording altitude, 74
reference value, 51–52
altitude reference value, 52
autopause, 82

Bbacklight, 12
battery
charging, 108
button lock, 12

buttons, 11Ccalibratingcompass, 57
Foot POD Mini, 98
Suunto Bike POD, 98
charging the battery, 14
compass, 57
calibrating, 57
declination value, 59
during exercise, 77
connecting to, 15
customizing, 15
custom modes, 17Ddisplay contrast, 19
dual time, 23
during exercise, 73
compass, 77navigating, 79

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E
exercise mode
after exercise, 83
during exercise, 73
starting exercise, 71
Exercise mode
after exercise, 85
exercise modes, 17, 66
additional options, 67

Ffinding back, 80
FusedSpeed, 87GGPS, 27
resetting, 94
troubleshooting, 28
GPS timekeeping, 25
grids, 28Hheart rate belt, 68–69
pairing, 95

Iicons, 100
118interval timer, 78
inverting display, 18

Llanguage, 94
laps, 73
location, 30
logbook, 83Mmaintenance, 107
Movescount, 15
Suunto App, 18
Suunto App Designer, 18
Suunto App Zone, 18Nnavigating
during exercise, 79
finding back, 80
point of interest (POI), 36
route, 42
troubleshooting, 28

Ppairing
heart rate belt, 95
POD, 95

POD
pairing, 95
POI icons, 101
point of interest (POI)
adding coordinates manually, 33
adding current location, 30
deleting, 39
navigating, 36
position formats, 28

Rrecording altitude, 74
recording tracks, 73
recovery time, 86
resetting GPS, 94
routeadding, 41
deleting, 48
navigating, 42

time, 21–22
starting exercise, 71
stopwatch
activating, 61
deactivating, 61
laps, 62
pausing, 62
resetting, 62
using, 62
Suunto App, 18
Suunto App Designer, 18
Suunto App Zone, 18

Ttime mode, 21time settings, 21
GPS timekeeping, 25
troubleshooting
heart rate signal, 69SU

sea level pressure value, 52
service menu, 93settings, 90
alarm, 24date, 22
dual time, 23
GPS timekeeping, 25

updating, 16

W
waypoints, 41–42

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