Suunto D3 - 3.2. FREEDIVING; 3.2.1. BEFORE DIVING IN THE FREE MODE; 3.2.2. PRESETTING THE DISPLAYS IN THE FREE MODE

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3.2. FREEDIVING
3.2.1. BEFORE DIVING IN THE FREE
MODE
If set to Free Mode, the dive computer can be used
for freediving or snorkeling. In the freediving mode
the D3 provides depth, time and profi le information
and an accurate 1 second sampling interval for the
logbook profi le memory.
The Free Mode is set using the SET DIVE function
(See Chapter 4.3 Dive Mode Settings).
If set to Free Mode the text FREE is shown after
activation (Fig. 3.9.).
The D3 also provides time and depth alarms that
can be set to assist the freediver during the dive (See
Chapter 4.5 Dive Alarm Settings).
3.2.2. PRESETTING THE DISPLAYS IN
THE FREE MODE
The information shown in the Free Mode can be pre-
set before the dive.
F
R
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E
A
C
S
Fig. 3.9. Free Mode.
DIVE
F
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A
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TIME
°C
MAX TIME
m
m
SURF TIME
DIVE
Fig. 3.10. Surface display/
Alternative displays.