Dayton DCX-A Alti-compass watch User Manual Climber DC X E

Dayton Industrial Co., Ltd. Alti-compass watch Climber DC X E

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364.3.2.2 PEER settings (CALIB and SET ZONE)The FOOT PEER is calibrated in this mode. Please read theseparate instructions PEER SETTINGS on this.The training zones of the FOOT PEER and the HEART PEER areset in this mode. Please read the separate instructions PEERSETTINGS on this.
374.4 DATA LOG (RETRIEVING STORED DATA)To operate this function please also note the short instructions!With each Log that was stored in the SPORT function via the stopwatch or theVERTIC-LOG numerous other data has also been stored. These LOGS can be read-out in the DATA LOG and if necessary either individual or all LOGS can be deleted.The memory capacity is 10 LOGs with up to 99 LAPs each. Press until DATA LOG appears in the display.For approx. 1 second a number from 00 to 10 will appear above theDATA LOG. This demonstrates how many LOGs are in the memory.(You can, at any time, use the same button to move to the next functionunless you are in the delete function.)The first to appear on the display is following information (“LOG DISPLAY”):Date of the storing of LOG x Time of the storing of LOG x LOG ready to be read-out select LOG number with the S/R buttonThere are two ways to do this LOG delete function (individual or all) – see page 29 Further to read-out LOG data – see page 30• Functions and operation
38►LOG delete (ERASE)As described on the previous page you reach the LOG delete function with the EL2button. The deleting is important to remove old data and make room for new data. Ifyou have 5 logs for example, they are numbered in numerical order 1-5. If you deleteNo. 3, 4 and 5 will move one down.Before deletion, however, you will be asked whether you want to load the data ontothe PC. This function is only available in the version if the PC PEER is available. ThePC PEER is an additional option that you can purchase separately. More details onthis can be found in the instructions supplied with the PC PEER.If you do not have a PC PEER, please simply press the following key when the abovescreen appears:Functions and operation •
39On the operation screen the LOG No. ready to be deleted will appear along with thequestion ERASE? (= delete?).If yes: Select the corresponding LOG No. using the S/L and S/R buttons. By thenpressing the button EL2 again, the selected LOG will be removed from the memory.The remaining number of LOGs will be displayed (remaining = REMAIN). After 2seconds you will be returned to the LOG display.If no: You can use the M button to move to the question ALL ERASE?If yes: Confirm again with EL2. The remaining number of LOGs will be displayed,zero (= 00 DATALOG). With the M button you can move to the next function –4.5 ALTIMETERIf no: Return to the LOG display with the Mbutton
40►READING-OUT THE LOG DATAAs described in the beginning of this chapter you can reach the data read-out of theLOG selected in LOG DISPLAY using the EL button. LOG ready for read-out(here, as an example, “01”) Select LOG number with S/R buttonLOG xx (select xx with S/R)There is a lot of data available. In order to easily and understandably move aroundthrough the data, imagine there are drawers filled with data contents that have to beopened and closed. The operation buttons have certain logic for this purpose: Accept suggested selection and open a “Data-Drawer” Within the Data-Drawer to the next information Close the drawer and return to the last selection (press repeatedlyto move to the initial point, the “LOG DISPLAY”).All data, stored either by the stopwatch or the VERTIC-LOG function after every100 m climb, are ready for the LOGs. The only exceptions are the LAP +1000 whichare only available for the VERTIC-LOG recordings.• Functions and operation
41Possible choices of “Data Drawers” (from LOG DISPLAY with EL):SUMMARY button S/R LAP INFO– With EL from SUMMARY: total time of selected LOG, this means all LAPs (selectTOTAL TIME, altimeter data ALTI UP, DOWN, MAX and MIN with S/R)Please note:If the HEART and/or FOOT PEER are available, there are also data for this in theSUMMARY ! The procedure is then as follows:TOTAL TIME - RUN DIST – MAX/AVG PACE – MAX/AVG HR - ALTI UP –ALTIDOWN, ALTI MAX - ALTI MIN – RUN LO – RUN IN – RUN HI – HR LO – HR IN2 –HR IN3 – HR IN4 – HR-HI, here too always move to the next step with S/R).More details on this can be found in the instructions PEER SETTINGSFunctions and operation •
42– With EL from LAP INFO: total time (ACC.TIME) of individual LAPs in hh:mm:ss.Select the desired LAP in ACC.TIME via the S/R button.– With EL from ACC.TIME: data from individual LAPs (LAP TIME in mm:ss and1/100 secs, select altimeter data ALTI UP,ALTI DOWN with S/R)Please note:If the HEART and/or FOOT PEER are available, there are also data for this in theSUMMARY! The procedure is then as follows:LAP TIME - LAP DIST – AVG PACE – MAX/AVG HR - ALTI UP –ALTI DOWN, heretoo always move to the next step with S/R)More details on this can be found in the instructions PEER SETTINGSIf this LOG has VERTIC-LOG data and at least 10 complete LAPs:with EL from LAP TIME: LAP +1000 ** A summary is stored (LAP +1000, LAP +2000 etc.) in the VERTIC-LOG after each10 x 100 m (10 LAPs). If such a data record is available in a LOG, the data can beretrieved from the LAP TIME / ALTI UP/DOWN display with the EL button. If there aremore than one data record the S/R button can be used to scroll. When reading-out the data, you can use this button to move to thenext function – 4.5 ALTIMETER at any time.• Functions and operation
434.5 ALTIMETER (ALTIMETER, THERMOMETER)The altimeter (ALTIMETER) functions by measuring the air pressure. The airpressure is generally determined by two factors:– the weather– the height of your location above sea level
44Press until ALTIMETER appears on the display.(You can, at any time, use the same button to move to the nextfunction, unless you are in a setting mode.)The first display on the screen is:limbing speed in m/h or min/100 mCurrent measuring of the altimeterTemperature measurement on the watchRate of climb: displayed in m/h. Up to 120 m/h. Then the display switches tomin/100m.The m/h refers to the last hour. You are, so to speak, pulling a string of the last houralong behind you and the climb is displayed for this string.• Functions and operation
45►Display options In the temperature field of the display following information canbe shown with this button (in the sequence of the display):– time (the main time of the watch, meaning T1 or T2 as in chapter 4.1)- Tp = Thermo Peer, the temperature measured at the Thermo Peer(only if the Thermo Peer is available and the SEND mode isactivated!). If no value is received for 2 minutes, lines will appear in thisdisplay.Important: The Thermo Peer must be in SEND mode for this display! Please note theThermo Peer instructions on this in Chapter 9 (THERMO PEER)- positive altitude travelled *)- negative altitude travelled *)* These two recordings are only conducted when the stopwatch is running. As soonas the stopwatch is set back to zero these two values will also be set back to zero.This ensures that the time frame for which you want to monitor your climb is clearlydefined.
46►Settings (calibration, reference heights, altitude alarm) With this button you can move to the set mode with the menusSET ALTI - ALTI RECALL - ALTI ALARM With these buttons you can scroll back and forth between thethree upper setting menus With this button you move from one of the three menus to therespective setting in the selected menuFunctions and operation •
471) SET ALTIThe current measured altitude is blinking and can be adjusted (calibrated) up/downwith the S/R and S/L buttons.Confirm with M. On the next display, which can be selected with S/L and S/R, youhave following options:Curr –rEF-1 –rEF-2 – rEF-3 – ABORT.This determines whether the set altitude should only be taken over as current altitude(Curr) or at the same time stored as one of the reference altitudes (rEF 1-3).(ABORT = abort setting).As soon as the corresponding option is on the display, confirm with M and then returnto the menu SET ALTI.2) ALTI RECALLThis enables you to retrieve one of the 3 reference altitudes. Selectable with S/L andS/R:rEF-1 –rEF-2 – rEF-3 – ABORT (Set reference altitudes in “SET ALTI”).When the retrieved reference altitude appears press and release M to confirm andreturn to the menu ALTI RECALL. Beforehand the selected reference altitude willappear with the text “APPLY ALTI” for 1 second.For ABORT the retrieval of the reference altitude will be stopped and you will movedirectly to the menu ALTI RECALL.3) ALTI ALARMProgramming an altitude alarm. The ON or OFF blinks and can be changed with S/Lor S/R. Then confirm with M.For OFF: Return to menu ALTI ALARMor ON: Continue to set the altitude at which an acoustic alarm should sound (settingwith S/L and S/R). If this altitude is exceeded and endless alarm will sound.
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494.6 BAROMETER (AIR PRESSURE, WEATHER, MEASURING UNITS)In the BAROMETER function in general the atmospheric pressure is measured anddisplayed in mbar (hPa).For this purpose following display options are availableA) Display of locally measured effective air pressure (LOCAL) and the temperaturemeasured in the watch, along with a chart of the pressure course of the last 24 hours(horizontal in ½ hour steps, vertical in 1 mbar resolution). The current value is foundhere on the right side of the bar diagram and in the vertical middle of it.B) Pressure display compensated on sea level (according to the setting of the localaltitude or the “SEA LEVEL” value) together with the current temperature of the watchand the current time.C) Day’s MAX value of SEA LEVEL pressure and also the temperature of the watchD) Day’s MIN value of SEA LEVEL pressure and also the temperature of the watchE) Weather forecast/trend with 5 symbols and the current temperature of the watch.The weather forecast only applies for the next day and has a probability of approx.70%. If the watch is worn at greater heights the forecast probability can decrease.Display example A–E see next page.The measuring units can also be set in the BAROMETER function.Functions and operation •
50►Display Options Press until ALTIMETER appears on the display.(You can, at any time, use the same button to move to the next function,unless you are conducting a setting.)The first display on the screen is:Display A With tahis display you can scroll through the display options(A to E and back to A)Display B C D E• Functions and operation
51Display option F (THERMO LOG)If a Thermo Peer is available (icon active on display) the THERMO-LOGfunction can be used.Important: The Thermo Peer must be in download mode for the GETDATA function! Please note the procedure for this in Chapter 9(Thermo Peer)If S/R is pressed after the display E (weather forecast), the following displays appear:After one second(if no data yet inLOG)In this display, the measurement data of the last 24 hoursare loaded by the Thermo Peer and done so in measurement steps of 30 minutes, i.e.giving a maximum total of 48 values.The number at the top begins at 0 and, once the loading process has beensuccessful, counts upwards until it reaches the last available measurement value.This measurement value can be less than 48.--► The process can be interrupted with this key and you then immediately reach display A
52If data have already been loaded once, the following type of display appears:----> Date of the measurement value Rxx----> Time of the measurement value Rxx----> Rxx: Recording number. The latest recording with thehighest available entry number appears. Behind that, thecorresponding measurement value.--> With the S/L key, the previous measurement values can bedisplayed sequentially in 30-minute steps (e.g. R48 --> R47 –>R46 -- > R45 --> R44etc.)--► In the Thermo-Log function, a new data loading process can bestarted with this key.--► The display ‘xx GET DATA’ then appears.--► If no data are available in the Thermo Peer or if no connection is possible, ‘Error GET DATA’ appears.--► With this key, you can enter the next step (i.e. depending on the display back to display Aor ‘GET DATA’)
53►SettingsIn the display for the measuring values there are several measuring units to choosefrom. They can be defined in the BAROMETER function. With this button you can move to the set mode for the measuring unitsDEGREE °C <--> DEGREE °Fmbar / hPa <--> inHgMETRIC (m) <--> IMPERIAL (ft)Calibration of the pressure gauge (on SEA LEVEL) *Calibration of temperature gauge *Enter the current weather (one of the 5 symbols) * With these buttons you can switch back and forth between theabove units This button brings you to the next setting. After the last setting returnto BAROMETER display* AttentionWhen conducting settings, we recommend only changing the values if there is aclearly defined reference available.For the pressure entry the altitude shown by the altimeter is also modified.For the thermometer all further measurements will be corrected accordingly.For weather the adjustments in extreme weather situations are easiest and mosteffective.Functions and operation •
544.7 COMPASSThe compass is based on a sensitive, magnetic measuring element. The whitetriangle in the inner ring of the watch shows the direction of the watch.In the COMPASS function in the middle of the display the current time is shown inlarge numbers. Above this there is a display of the directions in degrees (0–359°),below this the direction of the watch, abbreviated in the 4 directions (N, S, W, E), aswell as the 4 in between directions.It is important that for the exact fixing of a position the watch is held horizontal andthat you fix your position with the triangle position fixing. If you look directly to thenorth, 0° and NW-N-NE will appear on the watch.On the edge of the LCD you will also find 1, respectively 3 dots that will alignaccordingly with the positioning (1 dot: North / 3 dots: South)East (E)NAs an example here, if north is shiftedby 90°degrees to the 9 o’clock position.• Functions and operation
55 Press until COMPASS appears on the display.(You can, at any time, use the same button to move to the next function,the TIME function, unless you are in a setting mode.)First a display, as described on the previous pages, will appear with the currentbearings.After approx. 30 seconds the bearing is switched off, to conserve the battery. With the EL button the bearing in the COMPASS mode can be switchedon again for 30 seconds.Attention: It may occur that at the first start-up of the compass function theiClimber requests a calibration. In this case please read the directions on thefollowing pages in “Settings”.Functions and operation •
56►SettingsCalibration is recommended or necessary if you detect apparent discrepancies in theposition fixing. Also for devices where the compass has never or only seldom beenused it is recommended to conduct a calibration.The input of a declination angle, the variance between geographic and magneticnorth direction requires that you know this at the site of compass use. If this is notpossible leave the declination angle at 0°.In the Internet you can find a multitude of information about this (e.g. Wikipedia) andalso links on pages on how to calculate the declination using the coordinates.(e.g. http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/geomagmodels/Declination.jsp)The iClimber setting range is from –90° to +90°. Following appliesDeclination angle east (E) = positive numberDeclination angle west (W) = negative number With this button you can move to the calibration mode (CAL)There are two options available– Calibration– Setting the declination angle With this button you can move to the calibration mode (thereafter tothe setting of the declination angle)or… With this button you move directly to the setting of the declinationangle• Functions and operation
57►CalibrationIn the calibration mode following display appears:Hold the watch as level as possible to the ground and rotate it slowly, 2 x, clockwise(one rotation approx. 15 seconds). With this button you end the calibration (CAL DONE).After approx. 2 seconds you will be prompted to enter the declinationangle.►DeclinationIn the declination mode following display will appear: With these buttons you can modify the declination angle from–90° to +90° (instructions on how to do this can be found in thebeginning of this chapter)After completing, return to compass bearingingFunctions and operation •
585. BATTERY REPLACEMENTBattery replacement displayDepending on use of the device the battery lasts from a couple of months up to oneyear (please note chapter 2 “Putting into operation”). To avoid a sudden andunpleasant interruption of operation a battery symbol will appear, above the datesymbol, as soon as the battery becomes too weak and needs to be replaced.To replace the batteries please follow the instructions in chapter 3.7 (Batterycompartment).If the battery is replaced in one minute’s time, certain information will remain stored:– Alarm setting– Compass calibration– Data Logs– Display unitsThe other settings are lost and must be re-set.Please remember that used batteries do not belong in normal household trashcans,they should be collected and disposed of at the appropriate collection sites. Theenvironment appreciates it!6. MAINTENANCE– Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures or direct sunlight.– Avoid bumps or shocks of any kind to the device.– For cleaning use a dry, soft cloth moistened with water and a mild cleaning agent.You must never use volatile substances such as benzene, thinner, cleaningagents in spray cans etc.•Battery replacement / Maintenance
59– If the device is not being used store it in a dry place and out of the reach of smallchildren.In such cases it is important to remove the battery!– If a function is activated in extremely cold temperatures it may occur that thedisplay is illegible and does not or only slowly change. This is normal because thebattery may be too weak or the liquid crystals in the display are so to say frozen.As soon as the device is returned to a warmer environment it will functionproperly again.– Store the operating instructions and other documents included in the deliveryin order to be able to read them at a later time.– Important: For all Irox devices all disposal fees are completely compensated,in Switzerland (vRG) as well as in the European Union (WEEE).7. SUPPORTThis device is a new development of Irox Development Technology. All informationwas given in accordance with a functioning device and checked for correctness.Prototypes were successfully tested during expeditions before production began. Itmay still occur that adjustments and improvements which, due to print technicalprocedures, were conducted on the device but were not able to be included in theseinstructions. If you notice variances that make operating and handling the devicedifficult, you can download the updated version of the instructions from www.irox.comat any time, free of charge onto your PC (please note the version number). We arealso thankful for any information concerning such discrepancies.© IROX Development Technology® IROX, iClimber and VERTIC-LOG are registered trademarks and may onlybe used by Irox.Maintenance / Support •
608. TECHNICAL INFORMATIONImportant: All information with nominal battery charging!Operating temperature –10°C to +60°C (14°F to 140°F)Temperature measurementMeasuring range: –40°C to +90.0°C (–40°F to 194°F)Resolution: 0.1°C (0.2°F)Measuring accuracy: +/– 1°C ranging from 0°C to +40°C+/– 2°C for the restPressure measurement (Barometer/Altimeter)Measuring range: 300–1100 hPa (mBar) (8.86–32.48 inHg)(equals approx. –380 m to +9000 m)Resolution: 0.1 hPa (0.01 inHg)1 m (3.3 ft)rel. measuring accuracy: +/– 0.5 hPa at specific pressureabs. measuring accuracy: +/– 1 hPa over 500–1100 hPaMeasuring frequency of every 30 secondsthe Altimeter: With stopwatch running: Every 2–4 secondsCompassMeasuring range: 0 to 359°Resolution: 1°Measuring accuracy: +/– 3°Quartz watch mov. variance: +/– 1 second/monthPower supply: 1 CR2032 3.0V batteryDimensions: 67 g (including battery); visible display Ø 30 mm•Technical information
619. VERTIC-LOG – HOW TO USEMischu Wirth is an internationally renowned mountain guide IVBV, trainer, leader ofexhibitions throughout the world and owner of the Mountain Sports School“MWGuiding” in Bern/Switzerland (www.mwguiding.ch).Mischu and his team specified the functions of the VERTIC-LOGs.VERTIC-LOG has basically two user groups:– The interested outdoor athlete and hiker who has fun with the watch and alsowants to monitor his/her performance– The mountain climber who wants to conduct his/her tours and behaviour on themountain in a professional manner.For the mountain climber Mischu explains on the following pages how toprofessionally use this function.VERTIC-LOG–How to use •
62VERTIC-LOG – successfully to the peak!Mountain sports are great – and demanding. Beside a good physical condition,mental readiness and resilience and technical skills the active participation in thissport also requires a clear thought-out strategy with a realistic and coordinated timemanagement.Let your theoretic knowledge and your practical experience flow into the planning.Visualise your tour from the beginning, over the ascent, the stay on the peak, to thedescent and through to the desired time of return.Consider the fact that conditions in the mountains can change very fast. Organiseyour time so that you can return early enough, without the risk of getting caught in astorm.As soon as you start your tour, begin recording your ascent with the VERTIC-LOG.The VERTIC-LOG independently divides your ascent into segments of 100 meffective altitude increase, and while your are still climbing you can monitor the mostimportant data and that way adjust your progress to your time plan. This also allowsyou to make safety relevant decisions.After finishing your tour, be this at home or in a bivouac, you can evaluate theVERTIC-LOG data stored in the iClimber and compare it to the plan gaining valuableconclusions. This helps set-up and strengthen tactical intelligence. And that improvesyour safety on the mountain in the future.Mischu Wirth, autumn 2008www.irox.com•VERTIC-LOG – How to use
6310. THERMO PEERThe THERMO PEER has a quartz clock and a thermometer integrated in it. The clockcan display time in the 12-hour or 24-hour format and the temperature as °C or °F.With its Velcro strap, the Thermo Peer can be easily attached to your sports device orplaced in a room to monitor temperature.If you want to know the ambient temperature while you are doing your sports, you canthen fix the Thermo Peer to your equipment in such a way that your body heat doesnot distort the measurement (e.g. on a rucksack as far as possible away from thebody and not exposed to direct sunlight)The THERMO PEER is weatherproof (rain, splash-water), but not suitable for beingimmersed in water or other liquids.The Thermo Peer shows the temperature measured on the integrated display andtransfers this to the iClimber DC-X when the mode is switched on and if it is logged inon the watch.The transfer distance depends on the environment (disruptive influences, screening,etc.) and on the battery voltage of the Thermo Peer and the iClimber DC-X. Pleasenote that cold temperatures have a negative influence on the battery output!In free, undisrupted environments, a distance of 10 km and more is possible. In a realenvironment such as the one we live in today, considerable restrictions in thedistance are possible.
6410.1 PUTTING THE THERMO PEER INTO OPERATION1. The Thermo Peer is supplied with a battery already inserted and is in a battery-saving slumber mode. The display is switched off, i.e. ‘empty’ in this state.2. The Thermo Peer is activated by pressing any key for at least 5 seconds.3. The peer can now be operated as described below.Important note:The Thermo Peer is a high-quality measurement device with many functions that youcan influence. A few functions that run in the background (e.g. the clock), however,cannot be influenced. Please be aware that the active use of each additional functionuses electricity and thus the battery. If you have activated the active transferpermanently, the battery output will also be used by this and this has a directinfluence on the life of the battery.If you are going on an expedition where you will make intensive use of the ThermoPeer and you and your equipment will be exposed to very cold temperatures, westrongly recommend that you take replacement batteries (type CR2032) with you.The Thermo Peer as a simple watch has a life of up to one year. The repeated use ofmany functions can reduce the battery life to just a few weeks!
6510.2 OPERATING ELEMENTS THERMO PEER10.2.1 LCD DISPLAY AND KEYSAll functions are depicted on the liquid crystal display (LCD) and they are operatedvia the 2 keys at the side.Full-segment display with the two key descriptionsIf displays with data are used in these instructions, the data contained in them maydeviate from those on your watch. These printed displays serve solely to aidunderstanding.
6610.2.2 OPERATING LOGICS OF THE KEYSThe functions of the keys are described in detail below. If key symbols areused, please note the following logics:--►Press key briefly--►Hold key pressed for 2 secondsGood to knowPlease note: The Thermo Peer is a highly sensitive device. If you hold thedevice in your hands during operation, this will result in it warming up andthus in the display of an increased temperature.--►you can thus move from mode to mode(TIME --> TEMP --> SYNC --> UPLOAD --> TIME etc.)
6710.2.3 MEANING OF THE LCD ICONS--► Time mode--► Transmitter switched on--► SYNC mode (transfer of the current measurement value) active--► UPLOAD mode (transfer of the measurement recordings) active--► Battery low (see ‘Change of battery’)--► Thermometer active (the measurement is deactivated in every other mode!)
6810.2.4 SETTING OF THE TIME--> You thus enter the setting mode--> The flashing element can thus be changed incrementally--> Continue to next setting element
6910.2.5 SETTING OF THE TEMPERATURE UNIT10.2.6 ACTIVATE SYNC MODE
7010.2.7 ACTIVATE UPLOAD MODE
7110.2.8 TECHNICAL INFORMATIONImportant: All information with nominal battery charging!Operating temperature –10°C to +60°C (14°F to 140°F)Temperature measurementMeasuring range: –30°C to +90.0°C (-22°F to 194°F)Resolution: 0.5°C (0.9°F)Measuring accuracy: +/– 1°C ranging from 0°C to +40°C+/– 2°C for the restQuartz watch mov. variance: +/– 1 second/dayPower supply: 1 CR2032 3.0V batteryDimensions: 20 g (including battery)

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