Garmin DESCENT MK3 Series User Manual

Single-Gas and Multi-Gas Data Screens
The primary data screen for single-gas and multi-gas dive modes displays the main dive data, including your
breathing gas and rate of ascent or descent. You can press DOWN to scroll through additional data, including
time of day and heart rate, and view the dive compass (Navigating with the Dive Compass, page17).
NOTE: The single-gas dive mode has Big Numbers mode enabled by default (Big Numbers Mode, page15).
Your partial pressure of oxygen (PO2) level.
Your nitrogen (N2) and helium (He) tissue load level.
Green: 0 to 79% tissue load.
Yellow: 80 to 99% tissue load.
Red: 100% or greater tissue load.
Your rate of ascent.
Green: Good. Ascent is less than 7.9 m (26 ft.) per minute.
Yellow: Moderately high. Ascent is between 7.9 and 10.1 m (26 and 33 ft.) per minute.
Red: Too high. Ascent is greater than 10.1 m (33 ft.) per minute.
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Garmin DESCENT MK3 Series Specifications

General

Display Resolution	280 x 280 pixels
Display Type	Sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP)
Lens Material	Sapphire crystal
QuickFit Watch Band Compatible	Yes (26 mm)
Memory/History	32 GB
Connectivity	Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi
GPS	Yes
Display Size	1.4" (35.56 mm) diameter
Case Material	Fiber-reinforced polymer with metal rear cover
Water Rating	Dive (100 meters)
Sensors	Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Thermometer
Diving Features	Dive log, dive planning
Smart Features	Music storage, Garmin Pay, Notifications, Connect IQ
Materials	Fiber-reinforced polymer
Dimensions	51 x 51 x 17.8 mm
Bezel Material	Stainless steel or DLC titanium