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The Highgear Axio Max Altimeter Watch works at altitudes up to 30,000 feet, just in case you decide to climb something higher than Everest. Two altitude alarms remind you when you hit key route-finding points, and Highgear also included two time alarms to keep you from sleeping in and missing your summit bid. An integrated digital compass helps you find your way through whiteouts.
Bottom Line: Get higher, and come back.
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Looks good but functions poorly.
By: Brad J
December 19, 2011
The altimeter would constantly change even when I calibrate it to a known altitude. It would change from standard to metric units without me doing anything. It would switch to the alternate time nearly everyday. Compass worked great, thermometer worked great, weather was somewhat useless. Looked great and fit nicely, not too big of a watch face. Easy to read screen. Ultimately I had to send it back because for $140 I expect something that works ALL THE TIME.
The altimeter display is stuck on Meters....I need to change
The altimeter display is stuck on Meters....I need to change it back to Feet. I followed the directions, but it won't change....any thoughts?
By: Karl Helser
November 18, 2011
The watch display suddenly stopped working. I changed the battery,
The watch display suddenly stopped working. I changed the battery, it makes sounds, but no display on a screen. any thought on that would be helpful.
By: HUY2457556
May 25, 2011
Try resetting the software by holding in the (2) left (2) right buttons for 5 seconds then release the electronics should re-boot and set the Altitech back to the factory spec if this method fails go ahead and remove the battery for 5 minutes then re-install.
Call 1-800-446-7587 if the display fails to come back to normal for a return authorization.
By: HG Support
May 27, 2011
As Hunter posted, I would contact the manufacturer or if you bought it from BC you can send it back and exchange it for a new one.
By: Mike Throgmartin
May 26, 2011
HUY,
Be careful opening anything up. This will often void any warranty the watch came with. I would contact the manufacturer and see what their policy is regarding faulty equipment and see if you can get it exchanged directly.
Happy trails!
By: Hunter Lea
May 25, 2011
Cannot recommend anything by HG
By: echap
June 23, 2011
I got this watch as a replacement watch from the manufacturer when my old watch needed to be sent back 3 times. This one now will not calibrate the compass setting. All in all, I've spent around $50 sending this watch back 5 times (3 times with the old, 2 times with the new).
I'm finally giving up since I can't return the watch where I bought it b/c it's not the same watch that I originally ordered (they discontinued my first watch).
If I could give this product less than a one star rating, I would.
I really want to order this watch for christmas, but want a better
I really want to order this watch for christmas, but want a better watch band, any ideas?
By: Marcia Switzer
December 12, 2010
Unfortunately it comes with just the one band and doesn't seem to be replaceable.
By: Josh Chapman
December 14, 2010
A great watch for a great price
By: jno4621996
May 23, 2011
This is a great watch, I replaced a 5.11 Tactical Watch with this guy. I love the band (It dries quick and breathes great), it is light, tough and has a lot of features. If you don't want to drop $300 on a Suunto, grab one of these.
Actually the weight is more like 2 oz - I think the .8 lb is with the box!
By: wyo nancy
March 3, 2011
Weight: 0.80 lb
By: Cory Guru
June 3, 2010
Do you have to do anything to make sure the atlimeter is working
Do you have to do anything to make sure the atlimeter is working correctly? I live in Atlanta, GA where the avarage alt is approx. 1050 ft. My new watch is showing 2464?
Just wondering.
By: Hank Maxwell
March 3, 2010
Hi Hank. Your Axio Max needs to be calibrated. Calibration instructions can be found on pages 18-19 of your Manual. The elevation at the airport in Atlanta is about 1,000'. I'd say this is a good plave to start. Then, once you are in a place where you know the exact elevation you can re-calibrate.
By: Rick Merriman
March 4, 2010
Hi Hank -
I actually just adjusted my altitude on my Axio Max last night - it took about 2 minutes. Just check out your users manual or use goggle to pull up the PDF of the users manual and you'll be dialed in no time.
By: Rob Wykoff
March 3, 2010
You should be able to manually set the altitude... Then most altimeter watches have way -points so you can set an altitude for a known point you frequent a lot to keep your watch in proper calibration... Any altimeter that relies on barometric pressure and moves a lot will need to be re-calibrated because of pockets of micro-climates where pressure changes but altitude doesn't.... The only kind of altimeter that will always be accurate and not need re-calibration is a GPS enabled altimeter....
By: Tyler Brawley
March 3, 2010
Is it on reverse display? Thank you
Is it on reverse display?
Thank you
By: Paulo souza
September 22, 2009
What does reverse display mean? You can decide what shows on the display
By: Dustin Robertson
August 6, 2010
I have a high gear watch. The black band that holds the strap
I have a high gear watch. The black band that holds the strap in place is broken. I'm looking for a replacement. Why is this so hard?
Thanks
By: Rick Eis
June 13, 2009
Hi Rick,
I suggest contacting 1 (800)446-7587 for a retaining loop give them the watch model number or type.
By: HG Support
April 18, 2011
I have the same problem, and no answer, did you get an answer?
By: J. Black
January 21, 2011
Change me.
Please choose an option to order this item.
Black, One Size (139.99)
Looks good but functions poorly.
The altimeter would constantly change even when I calibrate it to a known altitude. It would change from standard to metric units without me doing anything. more...
Cannot recommend anything by HG
I got this watch as a replacement watch from the manufacturer when my old watch needed to be sent back 3 times. This one now will not calibrate the compass more...
- Housing Material:
- plastic
- Altimeter:
- yes
- Altimeter Max Height:
- 30,000 ft
- Heart Rate Monitor:
- no
- Barometer:
- yes
- Thermometer:
- yes
- Digital Compass:
- yes
- Adjustable Declination:
- yes
- Chronograph:
- yes
- Backlight:
- yes
- Computer Compatible:
- no
- Water-Resistant:
- yes
- Alarms:
- 4
- Alarm Type:
- ,
- Low Battery Indicator:
- yes
- Recommended Use:
- Mountaineering, skiing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
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