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Garmin DESCENT MK3 Series User Manual

Garmin DESCENT MK3 Series
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Entering Jump Information
1 Press START.
2 Select Jumpmaster.
3 Select a jump type (Jump Types, page57).
4 Complete one or more actions to enter your jump information:
Select DIP to set a waypoint for the desired landing location.
Select Drop Alt. to set the drop altitude AGL (in feet) when the jumpmaster exits the aircraft.
Select Open Alt to set the open altitude AGL (in feet) when the jumpmaster opens the parachute.
Select Forward Throw to set the horizontal distance traveled (in meters) due to aircraft speed.
Select Crs. to HARP to set the direction traveled (in degrees) due to aircraft speed.
Select Wind to set the wind speed (in knots) and direction (in degrees).
Select Constant to fine-tune some information for the planned jump. Depending on the jump type, you
can select Percent Max., Safety Factor, K-Open, K-Freefall, or K-Static and enter additional information
(Constant Settings, page59).
Select Auto to DIP to enable navigation to the DIP automatically after you jump.
Select Go To HARP to start navigation to the HARP.
Entering Wind Information for HAHO and HALO Jumps
1 Press START.
2 Select Jumpmaster.
3 Select a jump type (Jump Types, page57).
4 Select Wind > Add.
5 Select an altitude.
6 Enter a wind speed in knots and select Done.
7 Enter a wind direction in degrees and select Done.
The wind value is added to the list. Only wind values included in the list are used in calculations.
8 Repeat steps 5–7 for each available altitude.
Resetting Wind Information
1 Press START.
2 Select Jumpmaster.
3 Select HAHO or HALO.
4 Select Wind > Reset.
All wind values are removed from the list.
Entering Wind Information for a Static Jump
1 Press START.
2 Select Jumpmaster > Static > Wind.
3 Enter a wind speed in knots and select Done.
4 Enter a wind direction in degrees and select Done.
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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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