Suunto SOLUTION Alpha Instrukcja Użytkownika

1SOLUTION á ( ALPHA) INSTRUCTION MANUALThe SUUNTO SOLUTION á dive computer features:- built-in simulator for dive planning before and between dives

102. GETTING ACQUAINTED WITH THE SOLUTION áThis brief introduction will utilize the unique built-in dive simulator of the SOLUTIONá. Following the sim

11basic dive information, as well as audible and visual warnings.In simulation mode the time has been speeded up, moving four times faster thanreal ti

12It is also possible to simulate repetitive dives and to see how the SOLUTION áworks e.g. during a decompression dive.Exit the Dive Simulation ModeYo

133. DIVING WITH THE SOLUTION áThis section contains instructions on how to operate the SOLUTION á and interpretits displays. Each display has been ca

14Return: you can at any time exit the above modes by touching all three contacts atthe same time. First make contact between the ON/PLAN and TIME/M

15High Altitude Diving and Personal AdjustmentWARNING!SET THE CORRECT ALTITUDE/ PERSONAL ADJUSTMENT MODE!When diving at altitudes greater than 700 m [

163.2.3 Calendar Clock FunctionThe TIME display can be retrieved any time on the surface by touching theTIME/MODE and COM contacts for about a second.

17ASC SPEED, as follows:Ascent rate indicator Ascent speedNo segments Below 2.5 m/min [8 ft/min]One segment 2.5 - 5.0 m/min

18Acknowledgment of commands using the water contacts: a short single beep, occurswhen:- the SOLUTION á is activated- the DIVE PLANNING mode is activa

19THE SOLUTION á SHOWS YOU THAT DECOMPRESSION IS REQUIRED! Note the upward pointing arrows.The ascent time (ASC TIME) is the minimum amount of minutes

2WARNING!ONLY DIVERS TRAINED IN THE PROPER USE OF SCUBA EQUIPMENTSHOULD USE THE SOLUTION á!No dive computer can replace the need for proper dive trai

20may change while you are decompressing.The graphical depth scale on the SOLUTION á will show your ceiling. All of thedepth bars shallower than your

21During decompression, ASC TIME will count down toward zero. When the ceilingmoves upwards, you can ascend to the new ceiling. You may surface only w

22The no-flying time is shown in the center window next to the non-blinking airplaneimage. The airplane is blinking as a reminder, when the alternativ

23WARNING!SET THE CORRECT ALTITUDE/ PERSONAL ADJUSTMENT MODE!When diving at altitudes greater than 700 m [2300 ft] the altitude/ personaladjustment fe

243.6 ERROR CONDITIONSThe SOLUTION á is provided with warning indicators that advise the user to reactto certain situations that would otherwise give

25to very low battery, poor battery contacts or leakage to the battery compartment.

264. MENU BASED MODESThe menu based functions include the logbook, profile and history memories, thealtitude/ personal adjustment setting, the dive si

27The following information will be shown on three alternating displays:DISPLAY I, main display:- maximum depth- dive time- dive number- altitude/ per

28When scrolling the Profile Memory, surfacing (depth 0.0 m [0 ft]), surfacing withSLOW warning on, the ASC TIME and downward pointing arrow are shown

292. Connect the ON/PLAN and COM contacts until a beep is heard and all threealtitude/ personal adjustment modes appear. Release your fingers immediat

3TABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTION 1. FOR YOUR SAFETY 2. GETTING ACQUAINTED WITH THE SOLUTION á 2.1 WATER CONTACTS 2.2 ACTIVATION

30The principle when adjusting the clock is that the TIME/MODE and COM contactscroll through the different displays, while ON/PLAN and COM changes the

31Complete logbook data can also be included. Paper copies of your dive log andprofiles can then easily be printed.The data transfer is carried out u

326. CARE AND MAINTENANCEThe Suunto SOLUTION á diving computer is a sophisticated precision instrument.Remember to treat it as such! It has been desig

33flushed out of the console.At the end of a dive trip, the SOLUTION á should be rinsed thoroughly and thendried with a soft towel. If the unit is mou

347. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION7.1 OPERATING PRINCIPLESThe Suunto SOLUTION á is a multi-functional sport diving instrument, whichprovides information on de

35Table 7.2 NO-DECOMPRESSION TIME LIMITS (min) FOR VARIOUS DEPTHS[ft] FOR THE FIRST DIVE OF A SERIES.High altitude/ personal adjustment mode Depth

36surface interval increases, so does the available dive time for the next dive.To perform these calculations, the SOLUTION á continuously models thea

37Depth LimitsWARNING!SUUNTO STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT SPORT DIVERS LIMIT THEIRMAXIMUM DEPTH TO 40 m [130 ft]!However, the SOLUTION á will calculate be

38 However, it is recommended that the unit be stored in a dry place at room temperature.NOTE: Do not leave the SOLUTION á in direct sun

398. WARRANTYNOTE: The warranty arrangements are different in different countries. Information iscontained in the SOLUTION á packaging regarding the w

4INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on your choice of the SUUNTO SOLUTION á Dive Computer.The SOLUTION á is a compact and most sophisticated dive instrument

409. GLOSSARYAltitude dive A dive made at an elevation above 700 m [2300 ft] above sea-level.Ascent speed (rate) The speed at which the diver as

41depths and whose no-decompression limits are not determined solely by themaximum depth attained.No-decompression time The maximum amount of time

5Metric and Imperial UnitsAll examples in this manual are shown in metric units, including meters and C. Thecorresponding imperial units are shown i

61. FOR YOUR SAFETYAlways remember that THE DIVER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR HIS OR HER OWNSAFETY!When used properly the SOLUTION á is an outstanding tool for

7WARNING!SET THE CORRECT ALTITUDE/ PERSONAL ADJUSTMENT MODE!When diving at altitudes greater than 700 m [2300 ft] the altitude/ personaladjustment fea

8Higher Risk Dive ProfilesThe user must understand that all decompression devices (decompression tablesand/or dive computers) are based on mathematica

9The mathematical model uses an ascent rate of 10 m/min [33 ft/min]. Therefore it iscritical that a proper ascent rate is always used.The reader/diver