Module No. 3452

Calibrating Compass Readings

Perform calibration whenever you notice the watch’s compass readings are different from those of another compass, or before setting out on a climb or trek.

  • Note that accurate compass readings and/or calibration will not be possible in an area where strong magnetism is present.

1.Press (A).

This displays the Digital Compass Mode setting screen.

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2.Rotate the rotary switch to move the pointer to [CALIBRATION].

3.Press the rotary switch.

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4.While keeping the watch horizontal, press (D).

This starts calibration of the first point, which causes [PLEASE WAIT] to appear on the display. [ROTATE 180°] will appear when calibration is successful.

5.Keeping the LCD of the watch pointing upwards, rotate it 180 degrees. Be as exact as possible.

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6.While keeping the watch horizontal, press (D).

This starts calibration of the second point, which causes [PLEASE WAIT] to appear on the display. [TURN OVER] will appear when calibration is successful.

7.Turn the watch over so the LCD is pointing at the ground.

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8.While keeping the watch horizontal, press (D).

This starts calibration of the third point, which causes [PLEASE WAIT] to appear on the display. [SUCCESSFUL] will appear when calibration is successful. A few seconds later, the watch will return to the Digital Compass screen.