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Suunto D3 - User Manual

Suunto D3
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USER’S GUIDE
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Summary

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Essential safety measures and warnings for using the Suunto D3 dive computer.

1.1.1. EMERGENCY ASCENTS

Emergency ascent procedures for SUUNTO D3 malfunctions during a dive.

1.1.2. FREEDIVING

Risks associated with freediving, especially with scuba diving.

2. GETTING ACQUAINTED

2.1. FUNCTIONS

Overview of the SUUNTO D3's dive instrument and sport watch capabilities.

2.2. PUSH BUTTONS

Explains the function and operation of the SUUNTO D3's four push buttons.

2.3. WATER CONTACTS

Details automatic activation by water contacts and their operational importance.

2.4. TIME MODE [TIME]

Covers Time Mode functions: calendar clock, stopwatch, and downtimer.

2.4.1. TIMEKEEPING DISPLAY

Describes the primary timekeeping display and customizable options.

2.4.2. STOPWATCH [TIMEr UP]

How to use the stopwatch for elapsed time, split times, and two runner times.

2.4.3 DOWNTIMER [TIMEr d]

How to set and use the downtimer function with alarm repeat.

3. DIVING WITH THE D3

3.1. BEFORE DIVING

General instructions and pre-checks before starting any dive with the SUUNTO D3.

3.1.1. ACTIVATION AND PRE-CHECKS

Instrument activation and essential pre-dive checks for readiness.

3.1.2. BATTERY POWER INDICATOR AND LOW BATTERY WARNING

Explains battery indicator symbols and low power warnings.

3.1.3. USER DEFINABLE FUNCTIONS AND ALARMS

How to set personalized alarms and display fields for dive preferences.

3.1.3.1. PRESETTING TIME ALARM

Instructions for setting the daily alarm clock function on the SUUNTO D3.

3.1.3.2. PRESETTING DIVE ALARMS

Guide to setting dive time and maximum depth alarms for safety.

3.1.4. BOOKMARK FUNCTION

How to mark specific points in dive profiles for later review.

3.2. FREEDIVING

Information on using the D3 for freediving and snorkeling, including mode settings.

3.2.1. BEFORE DIVING IN THE FREE MODE

Pre-dive setup and considerations for using the SUUNTO D3 in Free Mode.

3.2.2. PRESETTING THE DISPLAYS IN THE FREE MODE

How to customize display information for freediving sessions.

3.2.3. DURING THE FREEDIVE

Details display information shown during a freedive and bookmarking.

3.2.4. FREEDIVING DAY HISTORY

How to access and view freediving history for the current day.

3.2.5. SURFACE INTERVAL AFTER A FREEDIVE

Information displayed after surfacing from a freedive, including surface interval.

3.3. GAUGE DIVING

Instructions for using the SUUNTO D3 in Gauge Diving mode for scuba diving.

3.3.1 MAXIMUM OPERATING DEPTH PLANNER [MOD]

Using the MOD planner to determine breathable depth limits for gas mixes.

3.3.2. PRESETTING THE DISPLAYS IN THE GAUGE MODE

Customizing display information for gauge diving sessions.

3.3.3. BASIC DIVE DATA

Explains the basic dive data displayed during a dive in Gauge Mode.

3.3.4. ASCENT RATE INDICATOR

Describes the graphical ascent rate indicator and its warning signals.

3.3.5. SURFACE INTERVAL AFTER A GAUGE DIVE

Information displayed after surfacing from a gauge dive, including surface interval.

3.3.6 DIVE NUMBERING

How dive numbering works in Gauge Mode for repetitive dives.

3.3.7. FLYING AFTER DIVING

Recommendations for safe flying intervals after diving.

3.4. AUDIBLE AND VISUAL ALARMS

Details audible and visual alarms for ascent rate, depth, and dive time.

4. SETTING MODE [SET]

4.1. SETTING TIME, DATE AND DUAL TIME [TIME ]

Step-by-step guide to setting the watch's time, date, and dual time.

4.2. DAILY ALARM SETTING [ALM]

Instructions for setting a single daily alarm on the SUUNTO D3.

4.3. TIMER SETTINGS [TIMER D]

How to configure the downtimer and its alarm repeat function.

4.4. DIVE MODE SETTINGS [DIVE]

Selecting between Gauge, Free modes, or disabling dive functions.

4.4.1. SET GAUGE MODE

Guide to enabling/disabling Gauge mode and setting recording intervals.

4.4.2. SET FREE MODE

Guide to enabling or disabling the Free dive mode.

4.5. DIVE ALARM SETTINGS [DIVE AL]

Setting depth limits and dive time alarms for diving safety.

4.6. UNIT ADJUSTMENT SETTINGS [AdJ]

How to select measurement units (metric/imperial) for the device.

5. MEMORY AND DATA TRANSFER [MEM]

5.1. LOGBOOK AND DIVE PROFILE MEMORY [LOG]

Details on accessing and viewing dive logs and profile data recorded by the D3.

5.2. DIVE HISTORY MEMORY [HIS]

Accessing summaries of gauge and freediving histories, including total dives and time.

5.3. DATA TRANSFER AND PC-INTERFACE [TR-PC]

Instructions for connecting the D3 to a PC for data transfer and analysis.

5.4 SUUNTOSPORTS.COM

Information about the Suunto online community for sharing and analyzing dive data.

6. CARE AND MAINTENANCE

6.1. CARE OF YOUR D3

Guidelines for the proper care and handling of the SUUNTO D3 dive computer.

6.2. MAINTENANCE

Regular maintenance procedures to ensure optimal performance and longevity of the D3.

6.3. WATER RESISTANCE INSPECTION

Procedures and importance of checking the unit's water resistance.

6.4. BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Detailed steps for safely replacing the battery in the SUUNTO D3.

7. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

7.1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Provides detailed technical specifications for dimensions, weight, and accuracy.

9. GLOSSARY

Suunto D3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSuunto
ModelD3
CategoryDiving Instrument
LanguageEnglish

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