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© Apeks (2022)
Dive Computer Owner's Manual
Doc. 12-7969 Doc. 12-7969 r09 (9/22/22)
DSX
PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
NS158000 DSX w/O2 Analyzer

Table of Contents

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Summary

NOTICES

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY

Details the warranty period and registration process for the product.

COPYRIGHT NOTICE

States that the manual is copyrighted and all rights are reserved by Apeks.

DANGERS, WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES

Explains the meaning of different warning symbols used throughout the manual.

RESPONSIBLE COMPUTER DIVING

Provides essential guidelines for safe and responsible use of dive computers.

EUROPEAN UNION REGULATIONS

RISK ASSESSMENT

Discusses the intended use of the dive computer for addressing breathing gas loss risks.

GETTING STARTED

BASICS

Introduces the DSX dive computer and its basic functionality.

POWER

Describes the rechargeable battery and power management features of the DSX.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

Instructions on how to charge the DSX battery using the provided cable or plate.

ACTIVATION

Explains the process of activating the DSX and its initial diagnostic checks.

DISPLAY ICONS

Details the meaning of various symbols displayed on the DSX screen.

BUTTONS

Describes the three control buttons and their functions for navigating the DSX.

ON SCREEN BUTTON PROMPTS

Explains the icons used for onscreen prompts and button operation.

DIVE FEATURES

DTR (DIVE TIME REMAINING)

Explains the Dive Time Remaining calculation and display.

NO DECOMPRESSION

Defines No Decompression limits and how they are calculated by the DSX.

O2 TIME (OXYGEN TIME REMAINING)

Describes the O2 Time calculation and its relation to O2 Saturation.

BAR GRAPHS

Details the Ascent Rate, N2, and Gradient Factor bar graphs.

ALGORITHM

Explains the Bühlmann ZHL-16C algorithm and its use in decompression calculations.

CONSERVATISM

Describes the Sport and Tec conservatism settings and their impact on calculations.

SAFETY STOP

Explains how to set up and use the Safety Stop feature during dives.

LOW BATTERY

Details the warning and alarm levels for low battery status on the DSX.

LOW TMT (TRANSMITTER) BATTERY

Explains the warning and alarm indicators for low transmitter battery.

AUDIBLE ALARM

Lists situations that trigger audible alarms and how to manage them.

LOW GAS VISUAL INDICATION

Describes the visual indication for low gas pressure conditions.

PROXIMITY OF THE TMTS (TRANSMITTERS) AND DSX

Provides guidance on optimal positioning for DSX and transmitter communication.

FLY;DESAT

Explains the Time to Fly and Desaturation countdown displays.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Describes how the DSX tracks and displays diving achievements.

CC (CLOSED CIRCUIT) SURFACE MODE

ON THE SURFACE BEFORE A DIVE

Details the information displayed on the Dive Main screen before a CC dive.

ALT SCREENS

Explains how alternate screens display additional data in CC mode.

CC MAIN MENU

Guides users through navigating the CC Main Menu for settings.

KEY SUBMENUS

Provides a chart to navigate the DSX's key submenus within CC mode.

GAS (& TRANSMITTER) SWITCH

Describes how to manage gas mixes and transmitters in CC mode.

DIVE PLANNER

Explains the tools for planning and simulating dives in CC mode.

LOG

Details how dive logs are stored and viewed on the DSX.

SET MENU

Covers the main settings available for configuring the DSX in CC mode.

DEVICE SETTINGS

Covers settings related to device configuration like transmitters and units.

DATE & TIME

Covers setting the date, time, and their respective formats.

DISPLAY SETTINGS

Allows adjustment of display parameters like brightness and colors.

MAIN DISPLAY

Customizes the data shown on the DSX's main display screen.

INFO

Accesses personal and historical data stored on the DSX.

SLATES

Allows saving and viewing images as dive aids or maps on the DSX.

CC (CLOSED CIRCUIT) DIVE OPERATION

INITIATING A DIVE

Explains how a CC dive commences and navigates dive mode functions.

ALT SCREENS

Details alternate screens that display additional data during a CC dive.

DEPTH & DIVE TIME

Simplifies the display to focus on depth and dive time during a CC dive.

MAIN MENU

Guides users through making adjustments in the Dive Menu during a CC dive.

SP (SETPOINT) SWITCH

Allows manual switching of PO₂ setpoints during a CC dive.

GAS (& TRANSMITTER) SWITCH

Describes managing gas mixes and transmitters during CC dives.

SWITCH CC > OC

Enables switching the DSX to Open Circuit mode for bailouts.

BRIGHTNESS

Allows adjustment of the screen brightness during a CC dive.

DIVE MENU

Facilitates changing dive settings and previewing dive profiles.

BAILOUT PO2 LIMITS

Sets bailout PO₂ limits for CC dives, similar to surface mode.

DECO STOPS

Allows previewing required decompression stops during a CC dive.

SET GF HIGH

Enables increasing the gradient factor high during a CC dive.

SLATES

Allows scrolling through uploaded images during a CC dive.

SAFETY STOP MAIN

Explains the activation of the Safety Stop during ascent in CC mode.

SURFACING

Describes the transition to Dive Surface Mode upon surfacing from a CC dive.

COMPLICATIONS

DECOMPRESSION

Describes what happens when decompression limits are exceeded in CC mode.

DECOMPRESSION ENTRY

Details the audible alarm and display changes upon entering decompression.

DECOMPRESSION STOP MAIN

Explains the display and access to alt screens during decompression stops.

MISSED DECOMPRESSION STOP

Covers the alarm triggered when a stop depth is missed.

CONDITIONAL VIOLATION (CV)

Explains CV activation when gradient factor exceeds 90 for less than 5 mins.

DELAYED VIOLATION 1 (DV 1)

Details DV1 activation when gradient factor exceeds 90 for over 5 mins.

DELAYED VIOLATION 2 (DV 2)

Explains DV2 activation for excessive stop times or ceiling depth.

DELAYED VIOLATION 3 (DV 3)

Covers DV3 activation for descending beyond maximum depth limits.

VIOLATION GAUGE MODE (VGM) DURING A DIVE

Describes VGM activation for severe decompression issues during a dive.

VIOLATION GAUGE MODE (VGM) ON THE SURFACE

Explains VGM status and available menus after surfacing from a violation.

HIGH O2 SAT (OXYGEN SATURATION)

Details warning and alarm levels for high oxygen saturation during a dive.

HIGH O2 ON SURFACE WHEN GF ≤ 90

Describes high O2 indication on surface when GF is 90 or less.

HIGH O2 ON SURFACE WHEN GF > 90.

Explains high O2 indication on surface when GF is greater than 90.

OC (OPEN CIRCUIT) MODE

OVERVIEW

Introduces the OC Mode for dives using air, nitrox, or trimix gases.

ON THE SURFACE BEFORE A DIVE

Details the information shown on the Dive Main screen before an OC dive.

TURN;END PRESS ALARMS

Covers turn and end pressure alarms for OC mode.

END;WOB;ICD ALARMS

Explains END, WOB, and ICD alarms specific to OC mode.

END (EQUIVALENT NARCOTIC DEPTH)

Defines END and its use for measuring equivalency in air diving.

WOB (WORK OF BREATHING)

Explains WOB and its relation to gas density and breathing effort.

ICD (ISOBARIC COUNTERDIFFUSION)

Covers the ICD alarm for risks associated with gas switching.

INITIATING A DIVE

Describes how OC dives commence and navigating dive mode functions.

OC DIVE MODE COMPLICATIONS

Discusses alarms and complications unique to OC diving.

LOW PO₂ ALARM

Explains the low PO₂ alarm conditions and triggers.

HIGH PO₂ ALARM

Details the high PO₂ alarm conditions and triggers.

GAUGE MODE

ON THE SURFACE BEFORE A DIVE

Describes the simplified Gauge Surface Main screen.

INITIATING A DIVE

Explains how Gauge dives commence and navigating dive mode functions.

GAUGE DIVE MAIN

Provides basic information displayed during a Gauge dive.

RESET AVERAGE DEPTH

Allows resetting the Average Depth reading during a dive.

SM (SIDEMOUNT) MODES

OVERVIEW

Introduces Sidemount and Sidemount Gauge modes.

ON THE SURFACE BEFORE A DIVE

Details the information displayed before a Sidemount dive.

SET GASES

Covers setting gas mixes specific to Sidemount mode.

TURN;END;SWITCH PRESS ALARMS

Explains pressure alarms specific to Sidemount modes.

INITIATING A DIVE

Describes how Sidemount dives commence and navigating dive mode functions.

DIVE MAIN

Provides information displayed during Sidemount dives.

NAVIGATION

COMPASS

Explains the DSX's 3D digital compass and its activation.

CALIBRATE

Details the process for calibrating the DSX compass for accuracy.

SET DECLINATION

Describes setting magnetic declination for improved compass readings.

SET REFERENCE HEADING

Explains how to set and clear headings for navigation.

GPS

Introduces the GPS receiver for surface navigation.

GET CURRENT LOCATION

Details saving the current GPS location on the DSX.

WAYFINDER

Explains how to use the Wayfinder feature to navigate to saved points.

DELETE LOCATION

Covers freeing up memory by deleting saved GPS locations.

OXYGEN ANALYZER

OVERVIEW

Introduces the O2 Analyzer accessory for measuring oxygen content.

O2 ANALYZER DISASSEMBLY;ASSEMBLY

Provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling and assembling the O2 Analyzer.

CALIBRATION

Explains the process and importance of calibrating the O2 sensor.

CALIBRATION ERRORS

Lists potential calibration errors and recommended corrective actions.

ANALYZE

Guides on analyzing gas content and assigning readings to gas lists.

REFERENCE

UPLOADING;DOWNLOADING

Explains how to transfer dive data using Bluetooth and DiverLog+.

CARE AND CLEANING

Provides instructions for protecting and cleaning the DSX.

SERVICE

Outlines requirements for DSX servicing and return procedures.

ALTITUDE SENSING AND ADJUSTMENT

Details how the DSX measures and adjusts for altitude changes.

CHANGING THE STRAPS

Instructions for changing the elastic or bungee straps on the DSX.

TECHNICAL DATA

ALTITUDE LEVELS

Lists altitude ranges and corresponding display levels (EL).

OXYGEN EXPOSURE LIMITS

Provides maximum duration limits for oxygen exposure based on PO₂.

SPECIFICATIONS

Lists the technical specifications of the DSX dive computer.

FCC COMPLIANCE

States compliance with FCC rules regarding radio frequency emissions.

ABBREVIATIONS;TERMS

Provides a glossary of abbreviations and terms used in the manual.

Summary

NOTICES

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY

Details the warranty period and registration process for the product.

COPYRIGHT NOTICE

States that the manual is copyrighted and all rights are reserved by Apeks.

DANGERS, WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES

Explains the meaning of different warning symbols used throughout the manual.

RESPONSIBLE COMPUTER DIVING

Provides essential guidelines for safe and responsible use of dive computers.

EUROPEAN UNION REGULATIONS

RISK ASSESSMENT

Discusses the intended use of the dive computer for addressing breathing gas loss risks.

GETTING STARTED

BASICS

Introduces the DSX dive computer and its basic functionality.

POWER

Describes the rechargeable battery and power management features of the DSX.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

Instructions on how to charge the DSX battery using the provided cable or plate.

ACTIVATION

Explains the process of activating the DSX and its initial diagnostic checks.

DISPLAY ICONS

Details the meaning of various symbols displayed on the DSX screen.

BUTTONS

Describes the three control buttons and their functions for navigating the DSX.

ON SCREEN BUTTON PROMPTS

Explains the icons used for onscreen prompts and button operation.

DIVE FEATURES

DTR (DIVE TIME REMAINING)

Explains the Dive Time Remaining calculation and display.

NO DECOMPRESSION

Defines No Decompression limits and how they are calculated by the DSX.

O2 TIME (OXYGEN TIME REMAINING)

Describes the O2 Time calculation and its relation to O2 Saturation.

BAR GRAPHS

Details the Ascent Rate, N2, and Gradient Factor bar graphs.

ALGORITHM

Explains the Bühlmann ZHL-16C algorithm and its use in decompression calculations.

CONSERVATISM

Describes the Sport and Tec conservatism settings and their impact on calculations.

SAFETY STOP

Explains how to set up and use the Safety Stop feature during dives.

LOW BATTERY

Details the warning and alarm levels for low battery status on the DSX.

LOW TMT (TRANSMITTER) BATTERY

Explains the warning and alarm indicators for low transmitter battery.

AUDIBLE ALARM

Lists situations that trigger audible alarms and how to manage them.

LOW GAS VISUAL INDICATION

Describes the visual indication for low gas pressure conditions.

PROXIMITY OF THE TMTS (TRANSMITTERS) AND DSX

Provides guidance on optimal positioning for DSX and transmitter communication.

FLY;DESAT

Explains the Time to Fly and Desaturation countdown displays.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Describes how the DSX tracks and displays diving achievements.

CC (CLOSED CIRCUIT) SURFACE MODE

ON THE SURFACE BEFORE A DIVE

Details the information displayed on the Dive Main screen before a CC dive.

ALT SCREENS

Explains how alternate screens display additional data in CC mode.

CC MAIN MENU

Guides users through navigating the CC Main Menu for settings.

KEY SUBMENUS

Provides a chart to navigate the DSX's key submenus within CC mode.

GAS (& TRANSMITTER) SWITCH

Describes how to manage gas mixes and transmitters in CC mode.

DIVE PLANNER

Explains the tools for planning and simulating dives in CC mode.

LOG

Details how dive logs are stored and viewed on the DSX.

SET MENU

Covers the main settings available for configuring the DSX in CC mode.

DEVICE SETTINGS

Covers settings related to device configuration like transmitters and units.

DATE & TIME

Covers setting the date, time, and their respective formats.

DISPLAY SETTINGS

Allows adjustment of display parameters like brightness and colors.

MAIN DISPLAY

Customizes the data shown on the DSX's main display screen.

INFO

Accesses personal and historical data stored on the DSX.

SLATES

Allows saving and viewing images as dive aids or maps on the DSX.

CC (CLOSED CIRCUIT) DIVE OPERATION

INITIATING A DIVE

Explains how a CC dive commences and navigates dive mode functions.

ALT SCREENS

Details alternate screens that display additional data during a CC dive.

DEPTH & DIVE TIME

Simplifies the display to focus on depth and dive time during a CC dive.

MAIN MENU

Guides users through making adjustments in the Dive Menu during a CC dive.

SP (SETPOINT) SWITCH

Allows manual switching of PO₂ setpoints during a CC dive.

GAS (& TRANSMITTER) SWITCH

Describes managing gas mixes and transmitters during CC dives.

SWITCH CC > OC

Enables switching the DSX to Open Circuit mode for bailouts.

BRIGHTNESS

Allows adjustment of the screen brightness during a CC dive.

DIVE MENU

Facilitates changing dive settings and previewing dive profiles.

BAILOUT PO2 LIMITS

Sets bailout PO₂ limits for CC dives, similar to surface mode.

DECO STOPS

Allows previewing required decompression stops during a CC dive.

SET GF HIGH

Enables increasing the gradient factor high during a CC dive.

SLATES

Allows scrolling through uploaded images during a CC dive.

SAFETY STOP MAIN

Explains the activation of the Safety Stop during ascent in CC mode.

SURFACING

Describes the transition to Dive Surface Mode upon surfacing from a CC dive.

COMPLICATIONS

DECOMPRESSION

Describes what happens when decompression limits are exceeded in CC mode.

DECOMPRESSION ENTRY

Details the audible alarm and display changes upon entering decompression.

DECOMPRESSION STOP MAIN

Explains the display and access to alt screens during decompression stops.

MISSED DECOMPRESSION STOP

Covers the alarm triggered when a stop depth is missed.

CONDITIONAL VIOLATION (CV)

Explains CV activation when gradient factor exceeds 90 for less than 5 mins.

DELAYED VIOLATION 1 (DV 1)

Details DV1 activation when gradient factor exceeds 90 for over 5 mins.

DELAYED VIOLATION 2 (DV 2)

Explains DV2 activation for excessive stop times or ceiling depth.

DELAYED VIOLATION 3 (DV 3)

Covers DV3 activation for descending beyond maximum depth limits.

VIOLATION GAUGE MODE (VGM) DURING A DIVE

Describes VGM activation for severe decompression issues during a dive.

VIOLATION GAUGE MODE (VGM) ON THE SURFACE

Explains VGM status and available menus after surfacing from a violation.

HIGH O2 SAT (OXYGEN SATURATION)

Details warning and alarm levels for high oxygen saturation during a dive.

HIGH O2 ON SURFACE WHEN GF ≤ 90

Describes high O2 indication on surface when GF is 90 or less.

HIGH O2 ON SURFACE WHEN GF > 90.

Explains high O2 indication on surface when GF is greater than 90.

OC (OPEN CIRCUIT) MODE

OVERVIEW

Introduces the OC Mode for dives using air, nitrox, or trimix gases.

ON THE SURFACE BEFORE A DIVE

Details the information shown on the Dive Main screen before an OC dive.

TURN;END PRESS ALARMS

Covers turn and end pressure alarms for OC mode.

END;WOB;ICD ALARMS

Explains END, WOB, and ICD alarms specific to OC mode.

END (EQUIVALENT NARCOTIC DEPTH)

Defines END and its use for measuring equivalency in air diving.

WOB (WORK OF BREATHING)

Explains WOB and its relation to gas density and breathing effort.

ICD (ISOBARIC COUNTERDIFFUSION)

Covers the ICD alarm for risks associated with gas switching.

INITIATING A DIVE

Describes how OC dives commence and navigating dive mode functions.

OC DIVE MODE COMPLICATIONS

Discusses alarms and complications unique to OC diving.

LOW PO₂ ALARM

Explains the low PO₂ alarm conditions and triggers.

HIGH PO₂ ALARM

Details the high PO₂ alarm conditions and triggers.

GAUGE MODE

ON THE SURFACE BEFORE A DIVE

Describes the simplified Gauge Surface Main screen.

INITIATING A DIVE

Explains how Gauge dives commence and navigating dive mode functions.

GAUGE DIVE MAIN

Provides basic information displayed during a Gauge dive.

RESET AVERAGE DEPTH

Allows resetting the Average Depth reading during a dive.

SM (SIDEMOUNT) MODES

OVERVIEW

Introduces Sidemount and Sidemount Gauge modes.

ON THE SURFACE BEFORE A DIVE

Details the information displayed before a Sidemount dive.

SET GASES

Covers setting gas mixes specific to Sidemount mode.

TURN;END;SWITCH PRESS ALARMS

Explains pressure alarms specific to Sidemount modes.

INITIATING A DIVE

Describes how Sidemount dives commence and navigating dive mode functions.

DIVE MAIN

Provides information displayed during Sidemount dives.

NAVIGATION

COMPASS

Explains the DSX's 3D digital compass and its activation.

CALIBRATE

Details the process for calibrating the DSX compass for accuracy.

SET DECLINATION

Describes setting magnetic declination for improved compass readings.

SET REFERENCE HEADING

Explains how to set and clear headings for navigation.

GPS

Introduces the GPS receiver for surface navigation.

GET CURRENT LOCATION

Details saving the current GPS location on the DSX.

WAYFINDER

Explains how to use the Wayfinder feature to navigate to saved points.

DELETE LOCATION

Covers freeing up memory by deleting saved GPS locations.

OXYGEN ANALYZER

OVERVIEW

Introduces the O2 Analyzer accessory for measuring oxygen content.

O2 ANALYZER DISASSEMBLY;ASSEMBLY

Provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling and assembling the O2 Analyzer.

CALIBRATION

Explains the process and importance of calibrating the O2 sensor.

CALIBRATION ERRORS

Lists potential calibration errors and recommended corrective actions.

ANALYZE

Guides on analyzing gas content and assigning readings to gas lists.

REFERENCE

UPLOADING;DOWNLOADING

Explains how to transfer dive data using Bluetooth and DiverLog+.

CARE AND CLEANING

Provides instructions for protecting and cleaning the DSX.

SERVICE

Outlines requirements for DSX servicing and return procedures.

ALTITUDE SENSING AND ADJUSTMENT

Details how the DSX measures and adjusts for altitude changes.

CHANGING THE STRAPS

Instructions for changing the elastic or bungee straps on the DSX.

TECHNICAL DATA

ALTITUDE LEVELS

Lists altitude ranges and corresponding display levels (EL).

OXYGEN EXPOSURE LIMITS

Provides maximum duration limits for oxygen exposure based on PO₂.

SPECIFICATIONS

Lists the technical specifications of the DSX dive computer.

FCC COMPLIANCE

States compliance with FCC rules regarding radio frequency emissions.

ABBREVIATIONS;TERMS

Provides a glossary of abbreviations and terms used in the manual.

Apeks NS158000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandApeks
ModelNS158000
CategoryDiving Instrument
LanguageEnglish

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