Suunto D6I manual Accessing Dive mode, Dive mode activation

5.10.1. Accessing DIVE mode

The Suunto D6i has four diving modes: AIR mode for diving with standard air only, NITROX mode for diving with oxygen enriched mixtures, GAUGE mode for use as a bottom timer and FREE mode freediving.

The chosen dive mode is displayed when the DIVE mode is accessed, and you can toggle between the submodes by pressing the UP/DOWN buttons.

5.10.2. DIVE mode activation

The dive computer activates automatically when submerged deeper than 0.5 m/1.5 ft. However, it is necessary to activate the DIVE mode BEFORE diving to check the altitude and personal adjustment settings, battery condition, oxygen settings , and so on.

After activation, all graphical display elements are turned ON, and the backlight and the beep are activated. After this, the selected altitude and personal settings are dis- played. A few seconds later the battery power indicator is shown, as well as the maximum operating depth (MOD, 66.2 m), O2% (21%) and PO2 (1.6) value. A few seconds later the battery power indicator is shown.

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