8 USING COMPASS MODE
The COMPASS mode allows you to orient yourself in relation to
magnetic North. In COMPASS mode you can access the following
views with [View]:
•
Time: shows the current time
•
Cardinals: shows the current heading in cardinal directions
•
Bearing tracking:shows the direction between the heading and
set bearing.
The compass will switch itself to power saving mode after a minute.
Reactivate it with [Start Stop].
8.1 Getting correct readings
To ensure correct compass readings while in COMPASS mode:
COMPASS
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calibrate the compass correctly when prompted (see
8.1.1 Calibrating compass
)
•
set the correct declination value
•
keep the device level
•
keep away from metal (e.g. jewelry) and magnetic fields (e.g.
power lines)
8.1.1 Calibrating compass
The device needs to be carefully calibrated during first time use and
when the battery is replaced. The device will always prompt you
about it when it is needed.
To calibrate the compass:
1. Keep the device level, do not tilt it in any directions.
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