9079000 - Navigation compass National Geographic - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Navigation compass
Brand	National Geographic
Model	9079000
Category	Hiking compass
Sighting elements	Sighting line (front sight) and sighting slit (rear sight V-notch)
Needle	Magnetic arrow
Scale	360° graduation
Magnifier	Built-in for precise reading
Centimeter scale	On the side of the compass
Ruler	For 1:50,000 scale maps
Rotation	Rotating bezel for dial alignment
Usage	Map orientation, navigation, distance determination
Maximum operating temperature	60 °C
Maintenance	Clean with a soft, dry cloth
Safety	Do not disassemble, avoid magnetic fields and metal objects
Warranty	2 years (extendable by registration at www.bresser.de)
Certification	CE
Recycling	Recyclable product, selective collection

Frequently Asked Questions - 9079000 National Geographic

How to orient a map with the compass?

Turn the dial (2) using the rotating bezel (3) to align the yellow line with the sighting line and slit. Place the compass on the map parallel to the longitude lines or the edge, then turn the map until the magnetic arrow points to the sighting line. The map is then oriented.

How to get to a specific point?

Draw a straight line on the map between your position and the destination. Place the compass on this line with the sighting line and slit aligned. Turn the dial (2) so that the yellow line points to the destination. Read the number of degrees (7) and follow this direction while holding the compass flat.

How to determine my current position?

Use the triangulation method. Sight two visible landmarks (e.g., church, rock) by aligning the slit and sighting line. Read the degrees for each point. Transfer these angles onto the map by drawing lines from the landmarks. Your position is at the intersection of the two lines.

How to measure a distance on a map?

Use the centimeter scale (8) on the side of the compass. Measure the distance on the map in centimeters. Multiply by the denominator of the map scale (e.g., 1:50,000 → 1 cm = 500 m). For 1:50,000 scale maps, directly use the ruler (9) which gives the distance in meters.

What to do if the compass needle does not rotate freely?

Make sure the compass is held flat and away from any metal or magnetic objects (phone, keys, etc.). If the problem persists, check that the needle is not stuck. Do not disassemble the device; contact your authorized dealer.

How to use the compass at night?

This model does not have built-in lighting. Use a red-light headlamp to preserve your night vision. Keep the compass flat and avoid direct light on the graduation.

How to maintain the compass?

Clean it with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid solvents or chemicals that could damage the markings. Store it in a case away from moisture and extreme temperatures (max 60 °C).

Where to find the CE declaration of conformity?

The full CE declaration is available for download at the following address: www.bresser.de/download/9079000/CE/9079000_CE.pdf

How to extend the warranty?

The standard warranty is 2 years. For a free extension, register on www.bresser.de. See terms at www.bresser.de/warranty_terms.

What to do in case of malfunction or damage?

Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the compass yourself. Contact your specialized dealer who will handle repair or replacement under warranty if applicable.

USER MANUAL 9079000 National Geographic

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KOMPASS / COMPASS

DE Bedienungsanleitung
EN Operating instructions
FR Mode d'emploi
NL Handleiding
IT Istruzioni per l'uso
ES Instrucciones de uso
CA Instruccions d'ús
PT Manual de utilização
RU Руководство по эксплуатации

Close-up of a black-and-white compass with a dial and handle, no visible text or symbols on the device itself.

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DE Bedienungsanleitung......4
EN Operating instructions....7
FR Mode d'emploi....10
NL Handleiding 14
IT Istruzioni per l'uso....17
ES Instrucciones de uso ....21
CA Instruccions d'ús .....25
PT Manual de utilização ....29
RU Руководство по эксплуатации ....32

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• Do not disassemble the device. In the event of a defect, please contact your dealer. The dealer will contact the Service Centre and can send the device in to be repaired, if necessary.
• Do not expose the device to temperatures above 60^ .

DISPOSAL

• Dispose of the packaging materials properly, according to their type, such as paper or cardboard. Contact your local waste-disposal service or environmental authority for information on the proper disposal.
• Please take the current legal regulations into account when disposing of your device. You can get more information on the proper disposal from your local waste-disposal service or environmental authority.

Parts overview

1. Sight wire (front sight)
2. Sight glass

3. Rotating rim

4. Sight slot (sight notch)

5. Magnifying glass
6. North arrow (compass needle)
7. 360° scale with degrees
8. Centimetre ruler
9. Scale bar

1. Before you use your compass (No. 5)

Place the compass flat and level on your palm, so that the north arrow and the scale can rotate freely. Don't use your compass near metallic objects (e.g. bridge railings made of metal) or magnetic devices (e.g. mobile phones). These objects interfere with a correct reading because the north arrow is magnetic as well.

2. How do you orient a map?

Before you use your compass with a map for the first time, such as to set a direction for travel, you need to get your bearings. Rotate the sight glass (2) on the rotating rim (3) so that the longer yellow line (No. 2) aligns with the sight wire (1) and the sight slot (4). Then place the compass either on the edge of the map or on a line of longitude (running north-south) on the map provided that one is plotted there – so that the sight slot (4) and sight wire (1) form a line (No. 3a). Now turn the map, along with

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the compass, so that the north arrow (6) points toward the sight wire (No. 3b). Now you have your bearings!

3. How do I get to my destination?

On the map, draw a line between the point where you are (your location) and the point where you would like to go (your destination). Then place the compass on this line so that the sight wire (1) and the sight slot (4) match up and point in the same direction. Now turn the sight glass (2) on the rotating rim (3) so that the longer yellow line points to your destination and the sight wire and slot continue to form a line. The yellow line shows you the number of degrees (7) between your location and your destination. You must hike in the direction the degrees indicate. During your hike, hold your compass so that the number of degrees always matches the yellow line, and always walk in that direction.

TIP: It's easier if you occasionally aim your compass at and walk toward particular points (e.g. a church steeple, rock, or observation tower) that lie in your hiking path. To do this, set the part of the compass with the sight wire in a vertical position. Hold the compass so that the yellow line matches the number of degrees (7) to your destination. Then you can aim for the point (No. 1) through the sight slot (4) with the sight wire (1).

4. Where am I?

Turn the sight glass (2) on the rotating rim (3) so that the longer yellow line forms a line with the sight wire (1) and the sight slot (4).

Place the compass on the map, as described in the section 'How do you orient a map?' Aim at an objective (e.g. a church) (No. 1) whose location you can find on the map through the sight slot (4) with the sight wire (1). Through the magnifying glass (5), read the number of degrees (7) on the 360^ scale and remember that number. Then place the compass on the map. Align the compass on the map so that the sight wire (1) points toward your destination (No. 4, object A) and lines up with your degree number. On the map, plot a line as shown in No. 4. The north line will help you with this.

Repeat with another object (No. 4, object B) nearby. Your location is where the lines to the two points cross on the map.

5. Hiking to a destination on off-road terrain

The yellow lines on the sight glass (2) are intended for fast walking under difficult conditions. There are two lines, one longer and one shorter. Together, they make a 45° angle. First orient your compass toward north, then turn the rotating sight glass (2) with the rotating rim (3) so that the yellow line points in the direction that you want to travel. Now you can take a quick look

at your compass at any time. As you walk, simply orient the compass toward the north and then hike the direction that the line indicates. You can also use this method when you can no longer see your destination, such as if you are hiking through valleys and depressions.

6. How can I determine the distance to my goal?

A centimetre scale (8) and a measuring scale (9) are on the side of your compass. These can help you determine distance. Locate the scale of the map you are using. The scale of a map can usually be found in one of the bottom corners.

If you have a map with a scale of 1:500, then 1 cm on the map corresponds to 500 cm in reality. You can measure distance on the map with the centimetre scale (8) and then calculate the distance in reality.

You can only use the compass measuring scale (9) with maps that have a scale of 1:50,000. If you have a map with this scale, you can then read the metres right off the measuring scale (9).

A few examples:

Map scale Measured distance Actual distance
1:100 4 cm 400 cm (4 m)
1:10,000 10 cm 100,000 cm

EC Declaration of Conformity

CE Bresser GmbH has issued a "Declaration of Conformity" in accordance with applicable guidelines and corresponding standards. The full text of the EU declaration

of conformity is available at the following internet address:

www.bresser.de/download/9079000/CE/9079000_CE.pdf

UKCA Declaration of Conformity

Bresser GmbH has issued a „Declaration of Conformity“ in accordance with applicable guidelines and corresponding standards. The full text of the UKCA declaration of conformity is available at the follow-

ing internet address: www.bresser.de/download/9079000/UKCA/9079000_UKCA.pdf

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Warranty & Service

The regular warranty period is 2 years and begins on the day of purchase. To benefit from an extended voluntary warranty period as stated on the gift box, registration on our website is required. You can consult the full warranty terms as well as information on extending the warranty period and details of our services at www.bresser.de/warranty_terms.

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