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6.2 Using stopwatch

The stopwatch measures time. Its resolution is 0.1 seconds.
To use the stopwatch:

1. In the

TIME

mode, select the stopwatch view.

2. Start, stop and restart the stopwatch with [Start Stop].
3. Keep [+] pressed to reset the stopwatch.

Possible real life situation: Timing the 100m dash
Your friend is training for a running competition, and needs to know how long it
takes him to run the 100 m dash. You start the stopwatch the instant he breaks
from the blocks. You stop the stopwatch the instant he crosses the finish line. The
result: 11.3 seconds. Not bad!

6.3 Using countdown timer

In

COUNTDOWN

you can set the countdown timer to count down from a preset

time to zero. It sounds an alarm when zero is reached. The default is 5 minutes.
To change the default countdown time:

1. In

MENU

, select

TIME-DATE

.

2. Select

COUNTDOWN

.

3. Set the timer minutes and seconds (maximum 99 minutes and 59

seconds).

4. Accept with [Mode].

To start counting down:

1. In

TIME

mode, select the countdown timer view.

2. Start, stop and restart with [Start Stop].
3. Keep [+] pressed to reset the timer.

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