Module No. 3475

Calibrating Compass Readings

Perform 3-point or figure 8 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.

3-Point Calibration

1.Enter the Compass Mode.

2.Hold down (A) for at least two seconds.

This displays the Digital Compass Mode setting screen.

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3.Use (A) and (D) to move the pointer to [CALIBRATION].

4.Press (C).

5.Use (A) and (D) to move the pointer to [3-POINT].

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6.Press (C).

This displays the 3-point calibration screen.

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7.While keeping the watch horizontal, press (C).

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

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

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9.While keeping the watch horizontal, press (C).

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

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

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11.While keeping the watch horizontal, press (C).

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.

Figure 8 calibration

1.Enter the Compass Mode.

2.Hold down (A) for at least two seconds.

This displays the Digital Compass Mode setting screen.

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3.Use (A) and (D) to move the pointer to [CALIBRATION].

4.Press (C).

5.Use (A) and (D) to move the pointer to [FIGURE 8].

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6.Press (C).

This displays the figure 8 calibration screen.

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When the screen shown above appears, move your arm in a figure 8 pattern as shown in the illustrations below.

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  • Allow your wrist to twist.
  • Keep your arm as far as possible from your body as you move it.
  • [SUCCESSFUL] will appear when calibration is successful. A few seconds later, the watch will return to the Digital Compass screen.