Suunto T6 - Manuals

6 1. GENERAL INFORMATION Suunto t6 is your personal tool for better performance in sports. It measures the timebetween your heartbeats with the accuracy of milliseconds and records it for deeperanalysis. The Suunto Training Manager PC software uses the heart rate variationdata to analyze the effect ...

7 best benefits out of using the Suunto t6. You find the guidebook on the CD suppliedwith the Suunto t6. 1.1. CHECKLIST Make sure the package contains the following items:• Suunto t6• Transmitter belt (Suunto ANT-transmission compatible)• PC-interface cable• CD containing the Suunto Training Manager...

9 1.4. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Only perform the procedures described in this manual. Never attempt to disassembleor service your Suunto t6. Protect your Suunto t6 from shocks, extreme heat andprolonged exposure to direct sunlight. If not in use, store your Suunto t6 in a cleanand dry environment at roo...

10 NOTE: Even though both the Suunto t6 and the transmitter belt are water-resistant, the radio signal does not carry in water, which makes the communication betweenSuunto t6 and the transmitter belt impossible. 1.7. REPLACING THE BATTERY Your Suunto t6 operates on a 3-Volt lithium cell, type: CR 20...

11 To replace the battery:Make sure that you have purchased an original Suunto battery kit (including batteryand battery lid with installed O-ring) before you start replacing the battery.1. Insert a coin into the slot or a Suunto battery-opening coin into the slot or holes located in the battery com...

13 1.8. REPLACING THE BATTERY OF THE TRANSMITTER BELT The transmitter belt operates on a 3-Volt lithium cell, type: CR 2032. The averageexpected battery life of the transmitter belt is 300 hours of use in ideal operatingtemperatures.If your Suunto t6 is not receiving a signal when the transmitter be...

15 1.9.2. Warnings People who have a pacemaker, defibrillator, or other implanted electronic device usethe transmitter belt at their own risk. Before starting the initial use of the transmitterbelt, we recommend an exercise test under a doctor’s supervision. This will ensurethe safety and reliabilit...

16 2. HOW TO USE YOUR SUUNTO T6 2.1. DISPLAY AND BUTTONS START/STOP ALT/BACK UP/LAP DOWN/LIGHT ENTER Mode indicators Time Alti/Baro Training SPD/DST Battery level indicator Key lock HR/speed alarm indicator Time alarm Training type indicator 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

22 3.2.2. Alarm You can set three different time alarms. When the alarm is set, the time alarm symbol appears on the main display. Activating alarms To activate an alarm:1.In the Time menu, Alarm is the first menu item. Press ENTER to select it. 2.Scroll to the alarm you want to set and press ENTER....

24 3.2.4. Date The current date is displayed on the first row of the Time mode’s main display.The current weekday can be displayed as a shortcut on the third row of the Timemode’s main display. Scroll to the weekday with ALT/BACK. Setting the date To set the date:1.In the Time menu, scroll to Date a...

25 Setting the icons When the Icons function is on and you scroll to a mode, the mode icon appears onthe display for a while before the main display opens. When it is off, the main displayopens straight away.To set the icons:1. In the Time menu, scroll to General and press ENTER. 2. Scroll to Icons ...

26 • Night Use: The light switches on when you press any of the buttons and stays on for 6 seconds after the lastpress of a button.To change the light settings:1.In the Time menu, scroll to General and press ENTER. 2.Scroll to Light and press ENTER. The current light setting is displayed in reversed...

27 3.2.6. Units The Units menu includes the unit and format settings used with all Suunto t6functions. They have an effect on how the information is displayed in the modes. Setting the time format The time format setting defines the format in which the time is displayed. The possibleformats are:• 12...

28 Setting the heart rate format The heart rate setting defines the format in which the heart rate is displayed.The possible formats are: • Bpm: beats per minute. • %: percentage of a maximum heart rate. You can set your maximum heart rate for the Suunto t6 using theSuunto Training Manager.To change...

29 Setting the barometric pressure unit The Pres setting defines the unit in which the barometricpressure is displayed. The possible formats are: • hPa: hectopascal (i.e. 1013 hPa) • inHg: inches of mercury (i.e. 29.90 inHg). To change the barometric pressure unit:1. In the Time menu, scroll to Unit...

30 Setting the ascent/descent rate unit The Ascent/Descent rate setting defines the format inwhich rates of ascent and descent are displayed. Thepossible formats are: • m/h: meters per hour • m/min: meters per minute • m/s: meters per second • ft/h: feet per hour • ft/min: feet per minute • ft/s: fe...

31 Setting the speed unit The SPD setting defines the format in which the speed isdisplayed (if you have paired a wireless speed anddistance sensor). The possible formats are:• km/h : kilometers per hour • mph : miles per hour • min/: Either minutes per kilometer or minutes per mile depending on the...

34 3.3.3. Baro use When you select Baro, the following main display opens. It has three rows: Temperature: The first row displays thetemperature in the unit of yourchoice. Sea level barometric pressure: The second row displays thebarometric pressure at sea levelin the unit of your choice. Shortcuts:...

35 3.3.4. Reference altitude and barometric pressure To ensure that the altimeter shows correct readings, you first have to set an accuratereference altitude. To do this, go to a location whose altitude you have checked, forexample, with the help of a topographical map, and set the reference altitud...

36 Setting the sea level barometric pressure To set the sea level barometric pressure:1.In the Alti/Baro menu, scroll to Refer and press ENTER. 2.Select Sea level with UP/DOWN and press ENTER. 3.Change the pressure with UP/DOWN and pressENTER. The sea level barometric pressure is now setand you retu...

38 3.4. TRAINING MODE The Training mode contains thefunctions you need during a train-ing session. It displays stopwatchand heart rate data, offers a num-ber of control functions for reach-ing ideal training intensity andrecords data for further analysis.The logbook gives an overview ofyour performa...

39 • Speed: Displays the speed in selected units (only if paired with a wireless speed and distance sensor). • Distance: Displays the distance from the beginning of the recording or lap (only if paired with a wireless speed and distance sensor). NOTE: If the altitude is not correct when the training...

43 3.4.5. Timers The timer functions enables you to create and follow different timers for intervaltraining, warm-up or countdown to start. Refer to chapter 4 for more information ontimers. NOTE: When a timer or Autolap is on, Suunto t6 stores information to the log accord- ing to the settings that ...

45 Countdown The Countdown functions as a start timer. It measures remaining time and uponreaching zero, it alerts you at the start and automatically starts the timer/log. If Countdown is active, number is displayed on the right hand side of the Training mode display.To set the countdown timer:1. In...

46 3.4.6. History History is a cumulative of several logs. With this function you can view and reset thehistory information stored in the Suunto t6 memory. The bottom row of the Historydisplay shows the date when the History was last reset. To view history information:1.In the Training menu, scroll ...

47 single training session. They are set with the Suunto Training Manager PC software inthe t6 settings History tab of the Properties window. To reset history information:1. In the Training menu, scroll to History and press ENTER. 2. Select Reset . Your Suunto t6 displays the message ‘ RESET HISTORY...

48 NOTE: The transmitter belt is already paired with the device when it leaves the fac- tory. However, if you use either another device or transmitter belt or if you encounterproblems with the heart rate measurement, you need to pair it again. Wireless speed and distance sensor To pair the wireless ...

49 3.5. SPD/DST MODE The Speed/Distance modeis available when you pairyour Suunto t6 with anexternal speed anddistance sensor. Thesesensors are designed, forinstance, for running andcycling and they will beavailable at your Suuntodealer.This mode displays thespeed and distance information of your ac...

50 Distance The second row displays the distance. Shortcut: You may select 5 different functions to be displayed on the bottom row with ALT/BACK.• Average speed: Average speed since the beginning of recording or lap• Lap distance• Time• Heart rate: Displays the heart rate if the transmitter belt is ...

55 4. USING SUUNTO T6 IN TRAINING 4.1. MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR TRAINING This section describes different possibilities and methods on how to use your Suuntot6 in training and thus how to make the most of your training. Using heart rate and speed limits in training Suunto t6 assists you in staying wi...

56 Using the average heart rate in training In the Training Mode, the real-time average heart rate of the current lap can bedisplayed on the bottom row. You can use the training effect calculator of the SuuntoTraining Manager software to define the time and average heart rate needed for thedesired p...

58 The numbers in the figure above correspond to the numbers displayed on the righthand side of the display, indicating the active interval or limit in use: Warm-up is intended for distinguishing a separate warm-up period in the beginning of the training. Data measured during warm-up is stored in th...

60 5. SUUNTO TRAINING MANAGER Suunto Training Manager is a software designed for athletes who want to enhancethe functionality of their Suunto t6 wristop computer. The heart rate analysis of thesoftware is based on the calculation model developed by Firstbeat Technologies Ltd.You can use Suunto Trai...

61 Other performance graphs include:• Altitude• Speed (with additional wireless speed and distance sensor) *EPOC = Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption is a measure of accumulated training load.You receive a personal EPOC scale for your training levels based on your height, weight, age,sex, smoki...

64 5.2.4. Properties window (4) The Properties window displays data selected in the My Training window in moredetail.In this window, you can view and edit the information of the item you selected in theMy Training window. You can view and edit six types of items:• User • Log (view in figure above) •...

66 Suunto Training Manager gives you a comprehensive overview of your trainingprogress. To open the training overview:1. Select a time period in the Calendar view.2. Press the Training Effect button in the Graph window. The Graph window displays the lengths of your individual training sessions and t...

73 home page that introduces the site structure and functional principles. If needed,you can update your personal and equipment profiles in the My Suunto section. You can also enter SuuntoSports.com directly from www.suuntosports.com. NOTE: SuuntoSports.com is continuously developed and its content ...

76 7. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General • Operating temperature -20°C to +60°C / -5°F to +140°F• Storage temperature -30°C to +60°C / -22°F to +140°F• Weight 56 g• Water-resistant to 100 m / 330 ft (ISO 2281)• User replaceable battery CR2032• Compatible with certain wireless Suunto ANT devices• Memor...

77 Stopwatch • Stopwatch range 99 hours• Lap time range 99 hours• Lap / split times 100/log • Resolution 0.1 s HR • Display range 30 bpm - 240 bpmMinimum and maximum values:• HR limits: min. 30 bpm, max. 240 bpm• History HR limits (set with Suunto Training Manager): min. 30 bpm max .240 bpm• Maximum...

79 8. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY 8.1. COPYRIGHT This publication and its contents are proprietary to Suunto Oy and are intended solelyfor the use of its clients to obtain knowledge and key information regarding the opera-tion of Suunto t6 products. Its contents shall not be used or distributed for any ot...

81 Repairs should be made by authorized Suunto service personnel. Unauthorizedrepairs will void warranty. Tested to comply with FCC standards.For home or office use. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Suunto Oy could void your authority to operate this device under FCC r...