Ratio iX3M - Compass Calibration and Usage

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Compass settings (Compass)
To navigate the menu follow the instructions in the picture on the left
DECLINATION: The declination is meant to compensate the diff erence
between the geographic and the magnetic north; this factor
.can be found visiting dedicated web sites.
DIRECTION: EAST/WEST. The direction is meant to indicate the direction of
the magnetic fi eld’s declination.
Do you know what?:
You can deepen your knowledge about the compass’ Direction and Declination on:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnetic_declination
CALIBRATE: Calibrate the compass. (see pictures below)
B
B
To reach this menu from the main
screen press in sequence:
COMPASS SET
DECLINATION: 0.0
DIRECTION: EAST
CALIBRATE START
A
EXIT
B
C D
NEXT
ENTRY
+
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COMPASS SET
DECLINATION: 0.0
DIRECTION: EAST
CALIBRATE ROTATE
COMPASS SET
DECLINATION: 0.0
DIRECTION: EAST
CALIBRATE TILT
C CC C
ROTATE TILT
Turn slowly and constantly on a
fl at surface .
For a correct survey, carry out the calibration far from magnetic fi eld sources i (PC, TV, light poles etc.)
Turn the iX3M slowly and
constantly on its vertical axis.