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Suunto D9 Review -  A Technologically advanced dive computer with wristwatch stylish looks that is surely to meet every divers expectations

 

 

 

Known as the first all-in-one dive computer, the Suunto D9 contains all the features needed for the most demanding of divers.

This top of the line computer from Suunto brings the crucial dive information to ensure your safety during, and post, your dive, all in one great piece of equipment.

This Suunto dive computer has an integrated digital compass and wireless tank data reception, with which, the diver can also monitor tank pressure and air consumption data at a glance, therefore eliminating the need to focus on a multitude of other gauges throughout your dive.

 

Now lets us take an in-depth view of the features which make up this great piece of diving equipment.

  

A Dive computer with stunning looks

Not only is the Suunto D9 a technologically advanced piece of diving instrument but is extremely stylish with its wristwatch like look. In fact as well as being a complete featured dive computer, the Suunto D9 can be worn as an everyday timepiece.

Smaller than most dive computers yet more rugged than a typical dive watch, The Suunto D9 with its stainless steel inserts over a brushed titanium body is an eye-catcher even for the most avid dive watch connoisseurs. Comparable to larger dive computers, the display uses adequately bold and large digitized numbers especially for crucial information.

 

The display is encased in a scratch resistant mineral crystal glass designed to withstand the occasional unfortunate blow during your dives while this dive computer is pressure rated to 20atm.

 

 
Wireless air integration

A great feature of the dive computer is its wireless air integration capabilities. You do however need to purchase the wireless transmitter separately, although you may find the complete package here.

The wireless air integration enables you to keep track of your air consumption and tank pressure and at the same time monitor depth and time. The remaining air time is numerically displayed during the dive whilst tank pressure is displayed in both numerical and graphical representation.  

For safety precautions, depending on whether the Suunto D9 senses fast or slow breathing during your dive, it also calculates that you surface with at least 500 to 725 psi of air pressure left in your tank.

Particularly suitable for dive instructors, the wireless air integration system allows multiple transmitters to be used on more than one tank which is great to monitor student’s air consumption.

 

Digital navigation

The greatest feature of the Suunto D9 is its digital compass which is fully functional above and below water. Designed with the diver in mind, the compass can be accessed from both Dive and Time modes enabling continuous monitoring of other dive data.

A graphically representation of a compass rose displays cardinal, half cardinal points and the current bearing which is numerically displayed.

Numerically displayed bearings scroll up and down on a graphical compass rose. Bearings can be locked to assist you in following a preselected course where directional arrows point towards the locked bearing.

 


Multi-mode features

With multimode versatility, Air, Nitrox and Gauge Mode, the D9 is designed to meet even the most demanding diver’s expectations. Whilst the Air mode is used for scuba diving on standard air, the Nitrox mode can be used for up to three nitrox mixes, whilst the Gauge mode is meant for use as a bottom timer.

Particularly suited for technical and deep divers, In nitrox mode, the Suunto D9 has the capacity to handle up to 3 different gas mixes which can be set between 21% to 100% oxygen and you can then set PO2 values.

A very useful feature of the D9 is the recording of accurate bottom times, deco stops and profile sampling through the Gauge mode. Moreover in this mode a dive timer provides you with your dive time in minutes and seconds.

 


Decompression Calculation

The D9 uses Suunto’s deep stop RGB algorithm to base the decompression calculation. Further safety is added using this algorithm where continuous decompression for optimal ascent time is calculated.

When enabled the Suunto D9’s user-selectable deep-stop function calculates the first deco stop at half of maximum depth. Extra safety is also provided for deep diving where a number of deep stops between maximum and ceiling depths are added.
 As for no-decompression dives, you will be alerted for a three minute safety stop at 15 feet.

 

Memory and Dive Logging  

 

You can easily connect your Suunto D9 to your PC using a USB interface and Suunto’s Dive Manager (SDM) software to transfer and view your previous dives.

The SDM will portray a complete clickable graphical representation of your dive profile for you to better understand and keep track of your dives.

 

In the memory mode you get the following dive data representations:

§         Graphically displayed dive profile

§         Real time depth

§         Real time air consumption

§         Time

§         Tank pressure  

§         Temperature data

§         Digital compass Headings

  

 

Conclusion

The ultimate dive instrument of choice for all kinds of recreational or technical and professional diving, this Suunto dive computer is built for the demanding diver who does not compromise when it comes to quality and functionality of their diving instruments.

Whether you are diving in unknown waters or diving to depths, safety is your greatest priority. This Suunto D9 is designed to enable you to practice your favorite past time whilst knowing that you can rely on the information provided by this great dive computer.

Given the complete package of dive gauges all combined into one instrument, the depth, time and decompression information combined with the digital compass and air integration you can make better decisions and maximize your diving performance without making unnecessary risks.

 

 

Suunto D9 specifications:  

§         Integrated digital compass

§         Complete watch Functions

§         Wireless air integration capability to monitor tank pressure and air consumption data from your wrist

§         estimates the remaining air-time throughout the dive

§         allows for three dive modes (Air, Nitrox and Gauge Modes) and three different gas switching during dives

§         Uses Suunto deep Stop RGBM algorithm which provides iterative deep stops as an alternative to traditional safety stops

§         maximum depth displays 200m [660ft]

§         built-in dive planner and logbook

§         Includes  an USB-compatible PC interface for graphic dive data analysis using Suunto dive manager software

§         traditional black elastomer strap or luxury titanium strap options

§         Memory stores compass headings and dive information to download for further analysis after your dive.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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