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Garmin DESCENT MK3 Series User Manual

Garmin DESCENT MK3 Series
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Calculating NDL Time
You can calculate the no-decompression limit (NDL) time or maximum depth for a future dive. These
calculations are not saved or applied to your next dive.
1 Press START.
2 Select Plan Dive > Compute NDL.
3 Select an option:
To calculate NDL based on your current tissue load, select Diving Now.
To calculate NDL based on your tissue load at a future time, select Enter Surf. Interval, and enter your
surface interval time.
4 Enter an oxygen percentage.
5 Select an option:
To calculate the NDL time, select Enter Depth, and enter the planned depth for your dive.
To calculate the maximum depth, select Enter Time, and enter your planned dive time.
The NDL countdown clock, depth, and maximum operating depth (MOD) appear.
NOTE: If the planned depth exceeds the MOD of the breathing gas, a warning message appears, and the
depth appears in red.
6 Press START.
7 Select an option:
To exit, select Done.
To add intervals to your dive, select Add Repeat Dive, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Calculating Your Breathing Gas
You can calculate the PO2 value, oxygen percentage, or maximum depth for a dive by adjusting two of the three
values. The calculations are affected by the water type setting in the Dive Setup menu (Dive Setup, page5).
1 Press START.
2 Select Plan Dive > Calculate Gas.
3 Press UP or DOWN, and select an option to calculate:
Select PO2.
Select O2%.
Select Depth.
4 Press UP or DOWN to edit the first value.
5 Press START, then press UP or DOWN to edit the second value.
As you edit the values, the device calculates an adjusted value for the highlighted option.
6 If necessary, press BACK to calculate the value for a different option.
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Garmin DESCENT MK3 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Resolution280 x 280 pixels
Display TypeSunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP)
Lens MaterialSapphire crystal
QuickFit Watch Band CompatibleYes (26 mm)
Memory/History32 GB
ConnectivityBluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi
GPSYes
Display Size1.4" (35.56 mm) diameter
Case MaterialFiber-reinforced polymer with metal rear cover
Water RatingDive (100 meters)
SensorsGyroscope, Accelerometer, Thermometer
Diving FeaturesDive log, dive planning
Smart FeaturesMusic storage, Garmin Pay, Notifications, Connect IQ
MaterialsFiber-reinforced polymer
Dimensions51 x 51 x 17.8 mm
Bezel MaterialStainless steel or DLC titanium

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