| Suunto Vector Wrist-Top Computer Watch with Altimeter, Barometer, Compass, and Thermometer | 
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| Brand: Suunto
Category: Sports
Department: Unisex-adult
Buy New: $169.99 - $199.99 (On sale from $238.95)
Avg. Customer Rating:  33 reviews
Sales Rank: 1258
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.1
Dimensions (in): 10 x 2 x 0.5
MPN: VECTOR
ASIN: B00005JGR5
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| Features:
| • | Versatile wrist-top computer with altimeter, barometer, compass, thermometer, and stopwatch | | • | Built-in altimeter measures vertical progress, stores hourly ascent/descent rate, and offers altitude alarm | | • | Automatically records barometric pressure and displays sea level pressure for accurate weather readings | | • | Electronic compass guides with cardinal or half-cardinal points; intuitive user interface and control buttons | | • | Electro-luminescent backlight, user-replaceable backlight, and attractive black housing; 2-year warranty |
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Product Description
A compass, altimeter and barometer packaged in a waterproof casing, the Suunto Vector is an essential piece of any adventurers toolkit. It has a large, easy-to read display and the control buttons operate even when wearing gloves. The Vector also includes 3 daily alarms, stopwatch, countdown timer, bubble to indicate a level compass and thermometer.
Amazon.com Product Description
An indispensable instrument for outdoor enthusiasts, the Suunto Vector wrist- top computer combines an altimeter, barometer, compass, and thermometer, letting you plan and execute almost any activity with confidence and safety. Regardless of your excursion--whether it's climbing mountains, riding a muddy bike track, or skiing off piste--you need accurate, real-time information about your surroundings to pull off a successful trip. The Vector contributes by not only providing important data, but also keeping track of your activities so you can make rational decisions at key moments. The built-in altimeter, which boasts a range of up to 29,500 feet, puts all 14 of the world's 8,000-plus-meter summits within the avid climber's range. Among the altimeter's functions are an altitude measurement function that lets you follow the vertical progress between stages, an automatic 24-hour memory that stores the altitude and ascent/decent rate for every hour, and an adjustable altitude alarm. Climbers will also dig the logbook function, which lets you record total and cumulative vertical ascents and descents as well as the number of runs skied. The Vector also displays the current barometric pressure and temperature--a must for activities in which weather plays a factor. The device automatically records barometric data for the previous four days, with the first six hours manifested in one-hour intervals and the rest in six-hour intervals. When the reference altitude is set correctly, the instrument also displays the present sea level pressure, which makes it easier to read and understand the barometric pressure at high altitudes. And few things are more important when exploring unfamiliar territory than a compass. The Vector's electronic compass contributes by guiding you with cardinal or half- cardinal points and a North-South arrow. The compass can also be set to track a certain bearing, which helps you follow a chosen direction. Meanwhile, the unit's declination adjustment function allows you to correct the difference between true North and magnetic North. In addition to the variety of outdoor functions, the Vector also displays normal time, with such add-ons as three daily alarms, a calendar programmed to the year 2089, a stopwatch with split-time measurement, and a countdown timer. The entire design is unified by an intuitive user interface and convenient, easy-to-access control buttons--a handy extra when hiking or climbing in tough conditions. Additional features include an electro-luminescent backlight, a user-replaceable battery, and an attractive black housing. In addition, the Vector is backed by a two-year warranty on parts and labor. What's in the Box?
Vector wrist-top computer, battery, user's manual.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 28 more reviews...
 Perfect for the rain forest September 16, 2008
I just returned from spending two plus weeks in the rain forest in coastal British Columbia. This watch worked perfectly. It was critical to have the thermometer altimeter and the barometer. I was able to use topographical maps and the watch to know where I was on the mountain. I was also able to leave the rock face when the barometer predicted incoming rain. This piece of equipment (far more than a watch) was critical to the success of the expedition.Suunto Vector Wrist-Top Computer Watch with Altimeter, Barometer, Compass, and Thermometer
 Unreadable within two weeks August 11, 2008
The watch worked great for about two weeks, then became unreadable. I am in the process of returning it... so will see how their warrenty policy holds up.
Negative display is POOR June 27, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
As a previous reviewer has pointed out, the older Vectors utilized a positive display, with the numbers in black and the lcd background a grey color. The most recent Vector I purchased on Amazon came with the negative display, which is simply the opposite ... the numbers being grey on a black background. Since the brightness of the grey numbers cannot be increased to stand out better against the black, it makes it ridiculously difficult to read in many lighting conditions. Turning on the backlight helps, but to do that you have to hold the light button down for 2 seconds before it responds. What a pain. The functions of the watch are great, however. Just note there is a steep learning curve to understanding the buttons. A read of the manual is a must.
After purchasing the Suunto Core (Light Green), I have to admit there is no comparison really. The Core is much easier to use, easier to read, more comfortable to wear. The only disadvantage of the Core may be its durability for such a thin and lightweight housing. But so far it's held up to everything I've put it through.
Great Watch June 7, 2008
In my opinion, for the price this is the best hiking watch around. I have been hiking and use all of the watch functions, as far as I can tell they are accurate, except the temperature when it is on my wrist, so I take it off for 15 to 20 minutes as it has been suggested and it is more in line with the temperatures in my area. I hike in 100 degree temps, and a bit higher.
Suunto Vector May 15, 2008
This is the first watch of this kind that I ever owned. I will say that once you get to know it, you will truly be amazed at the many functions that no other watch company can even come close to doing.
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