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You should also calibrate the compass before a long trip.
NOTE: Calibrate the compass before using it for the first time.
NOTE: Remember to hold the Suunto X6/X6M level during the calibration.
To calibrate the compass:
1. In the Function menu, scroll to
Compass with the arrow buttons and press Suunto.
2. In the compass menu, move to
Calib with the arrow buttons and press Suunto.
3. The screen displays the text “
rotate 360°” and a countdown from 5 to 0. When the
countdown reaches 0, the calibration starts. Hold the Suunto X6/X6M level and slowly
rotate the device in a full clockwise or counterclockwise circle.
• The level symbol indicates the ongoing calibration. The animation represents the
progress of the calibration.
• If the calibration succeeds, the message “
complete” is displayed and the Suunto
X6/X6M returns to the Function menu.
• If the calibration fails, the message “
try again” is displayed and the process starts
again from the countdown.
• If the calibration fails five times, the message “
failed, refer manual” is displayed
and the Suunto X6/X6M returns to the compass menu.
If the calibration fails five times in a row, it may be possible that you are in an area that
has sources of magnetism, such as large metal object, power lines, loudspeakers and
electric motors. Move to another location and try to calibrate the compass again.
You can also remove the battery and then insert it again. Also make sure, that the
compass remains level during the calibration—calibration may fail if the level is un-
stable.
If the calibration continues to fail, contact the authorized Suunto service.