The Suunto Core is the latest wrist top computer from Suunto. It has taken the
ever popular Suunto Vector
and added some key new features and improved many of the existing ones. It is
a great watch for general outdoor and mountain use.
The Altimeter has
a new start from zero function and intelligent switching between Altimeter and
Barometer modes. This function is probably one of the most important improvements
for the regular user. Added to the altimeter is a new depth measurement for snorkling
and diving. Allowing depth measurement down to 10m. The Barometer has a new easy
to use storm alarm to warn of fast degrading weather. The Compass has improved
calibration and a warning message if the compass is not being held level. Setting
your location in the watch now allows sunrise and sunset calculations.All the
watches have mineral glass screens for scratch resistance.
For users familiar
with the Suunto Vector, the key differences with the Suunto Core are:
A Clearer
and more detailed display. The Suunto Core uses a much higher resolution LCD Screen.
Storm
Warning. The Suunto Core can be set so the alarm will sound if a the air pressure
drops rapidly. This can warn users of poor weather approaching.
Software that
is capable of interpreting pressure chages as being due to weather changes rather
than altitude changes. This makes the Altimeter more accurate between calibrations.
Depth
Measurement. Can shown water depth to 10metres.
The Suunto Core is the
flagship model in the Suunto Outdoor range.
The
Suunto Core is available in 6 body/face/strap combinations.
Positive
faces watches (Black numbers on clear background) are easier to read in poor light
(all watches have back lights).
Negative faces (White numbers on a Black background)
are easier to read in bright sun conditions. |
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Core Aluminium Brown: | Brushed Aluminium body,
Negative face with Brown Leather strap |
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Core Black Orange | Black aluminium body, Negative
face with Orange rubber strap |
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Core Black Yellow | Black plastic body & yellow
bezel, Negative face with black rubber strap |
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Core Light Green | Black plastic body & aluminium/green
bezel, Positive face with black rubber strap |
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Core Light Black | Black plastic body & black/silver
bezel, Positive face with black rubber strap |
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Core Steel | Polished steel body & bezel, Positive
face with steel strap and concealed clasp closure. Please note the Steel strap
needs to be adjusted by a jeweller before first use and it would be difficult
to do yourself. This service is not provided by Facewest |
Below is a summary of the most important technical specs of the Core.
A
full list can be found on suunto.com
Altimeter: -500m to 9000m, difference
measurement, logbook functions, total acsent/descent, temperature compensation,
auto switch to barometer.
Barometer - Storm alarm, difference measurement,
temperature, sea level pressure, trend indicator, memory
Compass - heading
in degrees, bearing tracking, declination setting, guided calibration
Other
- Backlight, countdown timer, chronograph, dual time, water resistance 30m, mineral
glass face, sunrise/sunset times, low battery warning, user replaceable battery,
multi language menu
There is a women's specific version of the Suunto
Core, the Suunto Lumi.
