Suunto Ambit3 User's Guide

SUUNTO AMBIT3 SPORT 1.5USER GUIDE

5. Follow the startup wizard to complete initial settings. Set valueswith [Start Stop] or [Light Lock] and press [Next] to accept andgo to the next st

•never use the device for other than intended use.•contact an authorized Suunto service, distributor or retailer forany repairs.•keep the device clean

Tuesday20.916:30100%76-100%51-75%26-50%0-25%<10%<2%30secCharge the battery by attaching it to your computer with thesupplied USB cable, or charg

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Alternatively, send us an email to [email protected]. Pleaseinclude the product name, serial number and a detaileddescription of the issue.Suunto’s q

5 REFERENCE5.1 Technical specificationsGeneral•operating temperature: -20° C to +60° C/-5° F to +140° F•battery charging temperature: 0° C to +35° C

GPS•technology: SiRF star V•resolution: 1 m/3 ft5.2 Compliance5.2.1 CESuunto Oy hereby declares that this product is in compliance withthe essential

(2) this device must accept any interference, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation of the device.5.3 TrademarkSuunto Ambit3 Sport

Warranty PeriodThe Limited Warranty Period starts at the date of original retailpurchase. The Warranty Period is two (2) years for Products unlessothe

2. has been repaired using unauthorized spare parts; modified orrepaired by unauthorized Service Center;3. serial number has been removed, altered or

5.6 CopyrightCopyright © Suunto Oy. All rights reserved. Suunto, Suunto productnames, their logos and other Suunto brand trademarks and namesare regi

SUUNTOSUUNTOLanguageEnglishStep 1/4Units100%20.9.16:301.2.3.4.5.NoYesPair MobileApp?11

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INDEXAactivity monitorrecovery time, 14alarm clock, 92snooze, 92auto calibration, 62autopause, 15autoscroll, 15Bbacklight, 16brightness, 16mode, 16bat

Ffind back, 34firmware, 35foot POD, 60, 62auto calibration, 62FusedSpeed, 35GGPS, 55GPS signal, 56GPS accuracy, 58GPS timekeeping, 94grids, 57Hhandlin

point of interest (POI)adding current location, 69deleting, 70navigating, 66position formats, 57power POD, 64auto zero, 64calibrating, 64Power POD, 60

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Fully charging an empty battery takes about 2-3 hours. Buttons arelocked while the USB cable is attached and connected to acomputer.You can exit the s

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3 FEATURES3.1 Activity monitoringIn addition to the recovery time shown in your exercise log, SuuntoAmbit3 Sport monitors you overall activity, both

graph and lower row indicate average daily calorie consumptionfor the past seven days, not including today•Recovery time: recovery time for the next 2

You can also turn Autoscroll on/off during exercise without anyeffect on your Movescount settings.To turn Autoscroll on/off during exercise:1. While y

•Off: The backlight is not switched on by pressing a button orwhen the alarm clock sounds.•Night: The backlight turns on for a few seconds when you pr

Tuesday20.916:302s 2sTuesday20.916:30Tuesday20.916:30You can change the button lock behavior in the watch settingsunder GENERAL » Tones/display » Butt

3.6 CompassSuunto Ambit3 Sport has a digital compass that allows you to orientyourself in relation to magnetic north. The tilt-compensatedcompass giv

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If you have already calibrated the compass and want to re-calibrateit, you can access the calibration option in the options menu.If the calibration is

Paper maps point to true north. Compasses, however, point tomagnetic north – a region above the Earth where the Earth’smagnetic fields pull. Because m

Declination4. 5.--0.0˚DeclinationE0.0˚Declination[...]Compass6.

2. Press [Back Lap] to lock the current degree displayed on thewatch as your bearing.3. An empty triangle indicates the locked bearing in relation to

3.7 Countdown timerYou can use the countdown timer to count down from a presettime to zero. The timer makes a short sound every second duringthe last

3.8 DisplaysYour Suunto Ambit3 Sport comes with several different features,such as compass (see 3.6 Compass) and stopwatch (see3.29 Stopwatch), that

6. Keep [Next] pressed to exit.3.8.2 Inverting display colorChange the display between dark and light through the settings inthe watch or in Movescou

•heart rate in graph form•calories burned during exercise•guidance to exercise within defined heart rate limits•Peak Training EffectAnd after exercise

3.9.2 Putting on Suunto Smart SensorTo start using the Suunto Smart Sensor:1. Snap the sensor firmly into the strap connector.2. Adjust the strap len

Refer to the Suunto Smart Sensor User Guide for additionalinformation and troubleshooting. NOTE: Dry skin under the belt electrodes, a loose belt, and

3.10 Find back ... 343.11 Firmware updates ...

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have selected (see 3.28 Sport modes). You get even moreinformation, if you use a heart rate belt and GPS during exercise.Here are some ideas on how to

09’00.0alt25masc 15 m09’00.0Lap109’00.0Suunto Ambit3 Sport shows you the following information:•top row: split time (duration from the start of the lo

3.Scroll to POIs (Points of interest) or Routes with [Light Lock] andselect with [Next].The navigation guidance is shown as the last display on thesel

2.Scroll to ACTIVATE with [Light Lock] and select with [Next].3.Scroll to Compass with [Light Lock] and select with [Next].4. The compass is shown as

3.11 Firmware updatesYou can update your Suunto Ambit3 Sport software throughMovescount. When you update the software, all logs areautomatically move

FusedSpeedGPSkm/hsec30 60 90 120610812FusedSpeed

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3.13 IconsSUUNTOThe following icons are displayed in Suunto Ambit3 Sport:alarmbatteryBluetooth activitybutton lockbutton press indicatorschronographc

GPS signal strengthheart rateincoming callinterval timermessage/notificationmissed callnext/confirmpairingsettingssport modeup/increasePOI iconsThe fo

3.25 Routes ... 713.25.1 Navigating a route ...

car/parkingcavecrossroadendfood/restaurant/cafeforestgeocachelodging/hostel/hotelmeadowmountain/hill/valley/cliffroad/trailrocksightwater/river/lake/c

3.14 Interval timerYou can add an interval timer to each custom sport mode inMovescount. To add the interval timer to a sport mode, select thesport m

When the interval timer is active, the interval icon is shown atthe top of the display.Hold toenteroptions2sACTIVATE[...][...]

NOTE: The Workout Planner requires an internet connectionover Wi-Fi or cellular. Carrier data fees may apply on cellularconnections.The workout can b

0.5 km4’35 /km•Top row: current measurement according to segment target.For instance, if you defined upper and lower speed limits for thesegment, then

4’30 - 4’003/82.0 km•Segment step•Duration•Target limits3.16 LogbookThe logbook stores the logs of your recorded activities. Themaximum number of log

•duration•laps TIP: You can see many more details of your recorded activities inMovescount.com.To view log summary after stopping a recording:1. Keep

You can also view the summaries of all your saved exercises in thelogbook. In the logbook the exercises are listed according to dateand time.To view s

3.17 Memory left indicatorIf more than 50 % of the logbook has not been synchronized withMovescount, Suunto Ambit3 Sport displays a reminder when you

1. Go to www.movescount.com/moveslink.2. Download, install and open the latest version of Moveslink.To register to Movescount:1. Go to www.movescount.

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NOTE: The first time your Suunto Ambit3 Sport is connected toMovescount all information (including the watch settings) istransferred from the watch t

3. If you have not yet set up your Suunto Ambit3 Sport, do so now(see 2 Getting started) and press [Start Stop] when asked to pairMobileApp.If you are

TIP: Tap on each of the display areas on the phone – middle,upper left, upper right – to change what is displayed.3.19.2 Syncing with mobile appIf y

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You can change the sport manually during the exercise, or create amultisport mode to change sports in a specific order such as for atriathlon.3.20.1

NOTE: The log recording is not paused when you switch toanother sport mode. You can pause the recording manually bypressing [Start Stop].3.20.2 Usin

3.21.1 Getting GPS signalSuunto Ambit3 Sport activates GPS automatically when you select asport mode with the GPS functionality, determine your locat

Troubleshooting: No GPS signal•For an optimal signal, point the GPS part of the watch upwards.The best signal can be received in an open area with a c

•MGRS (Military Grid Reference System) is an extension of UTMand consists of a grid zone designator, 100,000-meter squareidentifier and a numerical lo

•OK: ~ 60 sec fix interval, lowest power consumption•Off: no GPS fix3.22 NotificationsIf you have paired your Suunto Ambit3 Sport with SuuntoMovescou

1 SAFETYTypes of safety precautions WARNING: - is used in connection with a procedure or situationthat may result in serious injury or death. CAUTIO

4. Scroll through the notifications with [Start Stop] or [Light Lock].Up to 10 notifications can be listed. Notifications remain in yourwatch until yo

2. Keep [Next] pressed to enter the options menu.3.Scroll to PAIR with [Light Lock] and select with [Next].4. Scroll the options with [Start Stop] and

If you pair a power POD, you may need to define additionalparameters in your Suunto Ambit3 Sport. These include, but are notlimited to:•Left crank or

4. Run a distance of 800–1000 meters (about 0.500–0.700 miles) atyour usual pace (for example two laps on a 400 meter track).5. Press [Start Stop] whe

3.23.3 Calibrating power PODs and slopeSuunto Ambit3 Sport automatically calibrates your power PODwhen it finds the POD. You can also calibrate the p

3. Wait until the setting is completed.4. Repeat procedure if setting fails or power POD is lost.1.

3.24 Points of interestSuunto Ambit3 Sport includes GPS navigation which allows you tonavigate to a pre-defined destination stored as a point of inte

•your distance from the target7. The watch informs you that you have arrived at your target.1. 2.

When stationary or moving slowly (<4 km/h), the watch shows youthe direction to the POI (or waypoint if navigating a route) basedon the compass bea

To check your location:1. Press [Start Stop] to enter the start menu.2.Scroll to NAVIGATION using [Start Stop] and enter with [Next].3.Press [Next] to

WARNING: ONLY FOR RECREATIONAL USE. WARNING: DO NOT ENTIRELY RELY ON THE GPS OR BATTERYLIFETIME, ALWAYS USE MAPS AND OTHER BACKUP MATERIAL TOENSURE

4.Select CURRENT or DEFINE to manually change longitude andlatitude values.5. Press [Start Stop] to save the location.6. Select a suitable POI type fo

The watch displays the number of saved POIs and free spaceavailable for new POIs.4. Scroll to the POI you wish to delete with [Start Stop] or [LightLo

4. Sync your Suunto Ambit3 Sport with Movescount using SuuntoMovescount App (manually start sync, see 3.19.2 Syncing withmobile app) or by using Moves

navigation. Press [Start Stop] to select Forwards or [Light Lock]to select Backwards.If you selected the first waypoint as the starting point, SuuntoA

1. 2. 3.NAVIGATION[...][...

9. 10.ApproachingBEGINContinue toWP01At destinationENDTo skip a waypoint on a route:1. While you are n

2.Press [Next] to select NAVIGATION.3.Scroll to Skip waypoint with [Start Stop] and select with [Next].The watch skips the waypoint and starts navigat

WP01dst 200m1. 2. 3.Full track viewThe full track

Waypoint navigation viewThe waypoint navigation view shows you the followinginformation:•(1) arrow pointing to the direction of the next waypoint•(2)

oVersion: shows the current software and hardware version.•TEST:oLCD test: allows you to test that the LCD works properly.•ACTION:oPower off: allows y

2 GETTING STARTED2.1 Buttons and menusSuunto Ambit3 Sport has five buttons which allow you to access allthe features.BACKLAPSTARTSTOPNEXTLIGHTLOCKVI

3. Press [Start Stop] to confirm GPS reset, or press [Light Lock] tocancel. NOTE: Resetting GPS resets GPS data, compass calibration valuesand recover

3.28 Sport modesSport modes are your way to record exercises and other activitieswith your Suunto Ambit3 Sport. For any activity, you can select aspo

You can transfer up to 10 different sport modes created inMovescount to your Suunto Ambit3 Sport.3.29 StopwatchThe stopwatch is a display that can be

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3.30 Suunto AppsSuunto Apps allow you to further customize your Suunto Ambit3Sport. Visit Suunto App Zone in Movescount to find Apps, such asvarious

is automatically uploaded to your Suunto Ambit3 Sport once youget out of the water.3.31.1 Pool swimmingWhen using the pool swimming sport mode, Suunt

25mPool sizedst 0 mint 0’00 /100mTuesday20.9.16:3000’20/25mEXERCISE[...][...]Pool swim...[...][...]1.

4. Scroll the swimming style options with [Light Lock] and [StartStop]. Select a suitable swimming style with [Next]. You can exitthe setting and cont

Teachnext styleFlySwim 50 mbutterflySave style?Teach sw...[...][...]SWIMMING[...][...]1.

3.31.3 Swimming drillsYou can do swimming drills any time during your swimmingworkout. If you do a drill with a swimming style that the watchdoes not

[View]:•press to change bottom row view•keep pressed to toggle the display between light and dark•keep pressed to access shortcut (see 3.27 Shortcuts)

3.Scroll to Openwater swim with [Light Lock] and select with[Next].4. Wait for the watch to notify that a GPS signal has been found.5. Press [Start St

•top row: date•middle row: time•bottom row: change with [View] to show additional informationsuch as weekday, dual time, and battery level.Tuesday20.9

3. Go back to the previous menu with [Back Lap], or keep [Next]pressed to exit.1. 2.

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3.32.2 Time syncingYour Suunto Ambit3 Sport time can be updated through yourmobile phone, computer (Moveslink) or GPS time. If you havepaired your wa

NOTE: GPS timekeeping corrects the time accurately, if it is lessthan 7.5 minutes wrong. If the time is wrong more than that, GPStimekeeping corrects

3.25.1 Navigating a route. Scroll to Logbook instead of Routes, andselect a log to start navigating.3.34 Training programsYou can plan individual mov

30 km240 minToday 2/275 minRunningToday 1/23. Press [Start Stop] to start a planned move or press [Next] againto return to TIME mode.During a planned

15 km75 min13.1035 minRunningFriday98

4 CARE AND SUPPORT4.1 Handling guidelinesHandle the unit with care – do not knock or drop it.Under normal circumstances the watch does not require s