ELITE T3 DIVE COMPUTER OPERATING MANUAL
l k m n j o i h p g q r f s e d c b a Elite T3 FULL LCD 2 Components: a. Advance (A) Button b. LED Warning Light c. Mode/Mix (M) Button d. Symbol - FO2 e. Icon - Low Battery f. Icons - Tank (Gas) 1, 2, 3 g. Symbols - AIR TIME TIME NDC TIME O2 TIME TAT TIME SURF h. NIBG i. O2BG j. Symbol - PSI or BAR (Pressure) k. Icon - Ascend Arrow l. Icon - degrees (Temperature) m. Icon - Descend Arrow n. Symbol - STOP TIME DIVE TIME o. VARI p. Select (S) Button q. Symbol - NITROX r. Symbol - MAX s.
CONTENTS WARRANTY, NOTICES, DECOMPRESSION MODEL .................................................................................................... 7 FCC ID ............................................................................................................................................................................... 8 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL FEATURES AND DISPLAYS .................................................................................... 9 INTERACTIVE CONTROL CONSOLE ..............
CONTENTS (continued) 4 Set FO2 GAS 1 ..................................................................................................................................................... 31 Set FO2 GAS 2 ..................................................................................................................................................... 32 Set FO2 GAS 3 ...........................................................................................................................................
CONTENTS (continued) NORM/GAUG LOG MODE ........................................................................................................................................ 67 NORM/GAUG HISTORY MODE ................................................................................................................................ 72 OVERVIEW OF DISPLAYED SYMBOLS AND ICONS ............................................................................................ 74 OVERVIEW OF DIVE MODE OPERATION .........
CONTENTS (continued) GAUGE OPERATING MODE ....................................................................................................................................... 117 GAUG SURFACE DISPLAYS .................................................................................................................................. 118 GAUG DIVE DISPLAYS ..........................................................................................................................................
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WARNING: If your Elite T3 stops working for any reason while operating as a Dive Computer, it is important that you have anticipated this possibility and are prepared for it. This is an important reason for not pushing the no decompression and oxygen exposure limits, and a critical reason to avoid entering decompression. If you dive in situations where your trip would be ruined or your safety would be jeopardized by losing the use of your Elite T3, a backup instrument system is highly recommended.
WARNING: Prior to diving with the Elite T3, you must also read and understand the AERIS Dive Computer Safety and Reference Manual, Doc. No. 12-7203, which provides Important Warnings and Safety Recommendations as well as general product information.
INTRODUCTION Welcome to AERIS and thank you for choosing the Elite T3 ! It is extremely important that you read this Operating Manual in sequence and understand it completely before attempting to use the Elite T3 as a dive computer. It is equally important that you read the AERIS Dive Computer Safety and Reference Manual (Doc. No. 12-7203) provided with your Elite T3. It contains information that you must become familiar with prior to diving with your Elite T3.
OPERATING MODE STRUCTURE The M button is used to access 3 operating Modes (Fig. 1) that include NORM (Normal Air/Nitrox Dive Computer), GAUG (Digital Gauge Mode), and FREE (Free Dive Mode). The screens of the Main Modes and Sub Modes will remain on display until a button is pressed to access another screen or Mode, activate a sequence, or for 2 minutes if no button is pressed. When Wet Activation is set On, the Elite T3 will enter the selected Dive Mode upon descent to 5 FT (feet) /1.
GAUG Surface Mode allows access to Battery/Transmitter Status, Fly, Log, and History Modes. It also displays Tank Pressure. FREE Mode allows access to sub modes by first accessing NORM Surface Mode. It does not display Tank Pressure. Once a dive is made in GAUG Operating Mode, the Elite T3 is locked into that Mode for 24 hours after the dive. The Elite T3 also features 2 modes for use of Transmitter Pressure.
A red LED Warning Light, located on the left side of the housing, is synchronized with the Audible Alarm. It will flash as the Audible Alarm sounds. It will turn Off when the Alarm is acknowledged or the situation is corrected. The Audible and LED will not be active if the Alarm is Set OFF (a group A setting). Situations that will activate the NORM/GAUG 10 second Alarm include Air Time Remaining (ATR) at 5 minutes, then again at 0 minutes.
A single short beep (which cannot be disabled) is emitted for the following Upon completion of a Hot Swap battery change. Change from Delayed to Full Violation 5 minutes after the dive. 3 short beeps (which cannot be disabled) are emitted for the following Air Time Remaining becomes less than No Deco and O2 Time Remaining. FREE Dive Elapsed Dive Time Alarm (3 beeps every 30 seconds if set On). FREE Dive Depth Alarms 1/2/3 (set sequentially deeper) - each 3 beeps 3 times.
NOTE: Extensive use of the Backlight reduces estimated Battery life. Also, the Backlight does not operate during a Low Elite T3 Battery Condition or when the Elite T3 is connected to a PC. a POWER SUPPLY The Elite T3 utilizes one 3 volt CR2450 Lithium Battery. The Battery should operate normally for 1 year or 300 dive hours if 2 dives are conducted during each dive period. The Elite T3 checks its battery voltage every 2 minutes during surface operation.
Fig. 4 - Battery Status (Good) Fig. 5 - Transmitter 1 Battery Status (Good) Fig. 6 - Transmitter 3 Status (Not Available) 16 Transmitters use one 3 volt, CR2 Lithium Battery. A Transmitter's battery should provide normal operation for 1 year or 300 dive hours. Transmitters check battery voltage when they are pressurized and will send a Low Battery signal to the Receiver in the Elite T3 when the voltage drops below the Warning level.
BAR GRAPHS The Elite T3 features a Nitrogen Loading Bar Graph (NIBG) (Fig. 7a) that represents your relative no decompression or decompression status. As your Depth and Elapsed Dive Time increase, segments will add to the NIBG, and as you ascend to shallower depths, the segments of the NIBG will begin to recede, indicating that additional no decompression time is allowed. The NIBG monitors 12 different nitrogen compartments simultaneously and displays the one that is in control of your dive.
VARI Deeper than 60 FT (18 M) Segments Ascent Rate = Displayed FPM MPM 0 0-20 0-6 1 21-30 6.1-9 2 31-40 9.1-12 3 41-50 12.1-15 4 51-60 15.1-18 5 60 + 18 + 60 FT (18 M) & Shallower Segments Ascent Rate = Displayed FPM MPM 0 0-10 0-3 1 11-15 3.1-4.5 2 16-20 4.6-6 3 21-25 6.1-7.5 4 26-30 7.6-9 5 30 + 9+ a The Elite T3 will store oxygen accumulation calculations for up to 10 dives conducted during a 24 hour period.
PC INTERFACE Interface with a PC is accomplished by connecting the Elite T3 to a PC USB Port using the USB Interface Cable provided. The same Cable is used for Upload and Download. The software program is on the AERIS Computer Interface CD provided, together with a USB Driver. The program's Help section serves as the User Manual and can be printed for personal use. The Settings Upload program is used to check the Elite T3's existing Settings and for entering settings into the Elite T3.
a b ALPHA / NUMERIC DISPLAYS Tank Pressure Display (NORM/GAUG only) When the Elite T3's Receiver is set ON and active, Tank Pressure from an active Transmitter that is properly linked will be displayed on the NORM or GAUG MAIN screens (Fig. 9a). Values of Pressure are displayed numerically from 000 PSI (00 BAR) up to 5,000 PSI (345 BAR) in increments of 5 PSI (1 BAR). Fig. 9 - Dive Main Display a Fig. 10 - Dive Alt Display a Fig.
Time, Date, Temperature Displays Time of Day and NORM/GAUG Mode displays are shown in hour:minute format (i.e., 1:16 represents 1 hour and 16 minutes, not 116 minutes). FREE Dive Mode displays are shown in minute:second format. The colon that separates hours and minutes (minutes and seconds) blinks once per second when the display is indicating real time (e.g., Surface Interval, Elapsed Dive Time), and is solid (non-blinking) when times are calculated projections (e.g., Time to Fly, Plan).
NOTE: Each display represents unique pieces of information. It is imperative that you understand the formats, ranges, and values of the information represented to avoid any possible misunderstanding that could result in error. You must also understand the icons, symbols, and alpha/ numeric messages presented. The Informational Displays are described in detail as the various operating modes they appear in are presented throughout this manual.
WARNING: Prior to diving with the Elite T3, you must also read and understand the AERIS Dive Computer Safety and Reference Manual, Doc. No. 12-7203, which provides Important Warnings and Safety Recommendations as well as general product information.
OPERATING MODES As described previously, the Elite T3 features 3 Operating Modes NORM - for Normal Air or Nitrox dives GAUG - for dives with no Nitrogen/Oxygen calculations FREE - for dives with no SCUBA Fig. 15A - NORM SURF MAIN REMINDER: Once a dive is made in GAUG Mode, the Elite T3 is locked into that Mode for 24 hours after the dive. SURFACE MODE Fig. 15B - GAUG SURF MAIN Fig.
The Elite T3 will enter POST DIVE SURFACE MODE following a dive upon ascent to 4 FT (1.2 M). The Surface Interval Time colon will flash during the first 10 minutes after a NORM/GAUG dive (Fig. 16), or first 1 minute after a FREE dive. During the first 2 hours after a dive, the SURF MAIN screen for the Operating Mode selected prior to the dive (NORM, GAUG, or FREE) remains on display as the Default SURF MAIN screen. NORM SURF MAIN, information provided includes (Fig.
NORM SURF MAIN - Button Operations: Pressing the S button will activate the Smartglo Backlight. Pressing and releasing the A button repeatedly (< 2 seconds each time) will step through the NORM Surface Sequence NORM SURF MAIN > NORM SURF ALT > PLAN > FLY > SAT > LOG > HISTORY. Depressing both the A and S buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds will access the SET Menu (F > A > U > T) and an Elite T3 Serial Number display.
Elite T3 BATTERY STATUS, information includes (Fig. 18): > Graphics Elite T3 and bAt > Graphic Good (or Lo) > Battery icon, if a Low Battery Warning Condition exists. Flashing if an Alarm Condition exists. Transmitters (referred to as TMTs) that are active and Linked will transmit signals conveying Tank Pressure and Battery Status for display on the Status screens. If a TMT is not active or active but not Linked, the Status screen(s) will display Not Available.
GAUG and FREE Operating Modes are also described in separate sections of this manual. SET MODES Unless noted otherwise, features set apply to all Operating Modes (NORM, GAUG, and FREE. FREE Dive Mode also has several settings that do not affect NORM and GAUG Modes. SURF MAIN > SET F > SET A > SET U > SET T > Elite T3 SN Access and step through of the sequence is gained by repeated simultaneous 2 second presses of the A and S buttons.
Setting FO2 for NORM Nitrox Dives: For each value of FO2, the Maximum Operating Depth (MOD) that can be achieved for the PO2 Alarm Set Point limit previously set, will be displayed.
Maximum Operating Depths affected by the PO2 limit set will not be displayed when FO2 for GAS 1 is set to AIR. Internally, the Elite T3 keeps track of the oxygen loading so that if FO2 for GAS 1 is subsequently set for a numerical value, the oxygen loading for previous AIR dives will be accounted for in the next Nitrox dive (during that dive period and series of repetitive dives).
SET FO2 GAS 1, information includes: > Graphic GAS1 > PO2 Alarm Set Point with graphic PO2, if Nitrox > Symbol FO2 and FO2 Set Point value, flashing > Tank 1 icon representing GAS 1 > Symbol NITROX (if set for a numerical value). > Max Depth allowed for the PO2 Alarm Set (if 21 to 50%) Depressing and holding the S button while the Set Point is flashing will scroll the Set Points from AIR (Fig. 21) to 21 through 50% in 1% increments, at a rate of 8 per second.
SET FO2 GAS 2, information includes: > Graphic GAS2 > PO2 Alarm Set Point with graphic PO2 > Symbol FO2 and FO2 Set Point value, flashing > Tank 2 icon representing GAS 2 > Symbol NITROX (if set for a numerical value). > Max Depth allowed for the PO2 Alarm Set (if 21 to 100%) Depressing the S button while the FO2 Set Point is flashing will scroll the Set Point from AIR to 21 through 100% in 1% increments, at a rate of 8 per second.
SET FO2 GAS 3 information includes: > Graphic GAS3 > PO2 Alarm Set Point with graphic PO2 > Symbol FO2 and FO2 Set Point value, flashing > Tank 3 icon representing GAS 3 > Symbol NITROX (if set for a numerical value). > Max Depth allowed for the PO2 Alarm Set (if 21 to 100%) Depressing the S button while the FO2 Set Point is flashing will scroll the Set Point from AIR to 21 through 100% (Fig. 24) in 1% increments, at a rate of 8 per second.
SET FO2 50% DEFAULT information includes (Fig. 25): Fig. 25 - Set FO2 Default > Graphics DFLT and 50 > Set Point graphic OFF (or ON), flashing. > Symbols FO2 and NITROX. Pressing and releasing the S button (< 2 seconds) will toggle between OFF and ON. Pressing and releasing the A button (< 2 seconds) will save the setting and revert to the SET F screen.
> Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) while SET A is displayed will advance to SET AUDIBLE ALARM with the Set Point flashing. SET AUDIBLE ALARM This option allows the Audible Alarms and the associated red warning LED function to be disabled. Some cautionary situations will cause the Audible Alarm to sound and the LED to flash even if this feature is set to OFF. SET AUDIBLE ALARM information includes (Fig. 27): > Graphic AUD > Set Point graphic ON (or OFF), flashing.
SET DEPTH ALARM information includes (Fig. 28): Fig. 28 - Set Depth Alarm 36 > Graphic DPTH > Symbols MAX and FT (or M) > Set Point graphic value, flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will step through the Set Points from 30 to 330 FT (10 to 100 M) in 10 FT (1 M) increments at a rate of 1 Set Point per press of the button. Depressing and holding the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 Set Points per second until it is released.
SET EDT (ELAPSED DIVE TIME) ALARM Information includes (Fig. 29): > Graphic EDT > Symbols DIVE and TIME. > Set Point value (hr:min), flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will increase the Set Point from 0:10 to 3:00 (hours:minutes) in 5 minute (:05) increments. Depressing the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 Set Points per second until it is released.
Setting the NIBG Alarm to activate before the Elite T3 enters DECO is highly recommended. Fig. 30 - Set NIBG Alarm 38 SET NIBG (NITROGEN LOADING BAR GRAPH) ALARM Information includes (Fig. 30): > Graphic NIBG > NIBG Set Point (segments), flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will decrease the Set Point from All 5 segments (Deco) to 1 in increments of 1 segment.
SET DTR (DIVE TIME REMAINING) ALARM Information includes (Fig. 31): > Graphic DTR > Symbols AIR, TIME, NDC, and O2. > Set Point value, flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will increase the Set Point from 0:00 to 0:20 (:minutes) in 1 minute (0:01) increments. Depressing the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 Set Points per second until it is released.
SET TURN PRESSURE ALARM (for Transmitter 1 only) Information includes (Fig. 32): > Graphic TURN > Set Point OFF or a numeric value, flashing. > Symbol PSI (or M) Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will step through the Set Points from OFF to 1000 to 3000 PSI (70 to 205 BAR) in 250 PSI (5 BAR) increments. Depressing the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 Set Points per second until it is released.
SET END PRESSURE ALARM information includes (Fig. 33): > Graphic END > Set Point numeric value, flashing. > Symbol PSI (or M) Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will increase the Set Point from 300 to 1500 PSI (20 to 105 BAR) in 100 PSI (5 BAR) increments. Depressing the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 Set Points per second until it is released.
Setting the PO2 Alarm to activate before reaching the Max allowed limit of 1.60 ATA is highly recommended. Fig. 34 - Set PO2 Alarm 42 SET PO2 ALARM information includes (Fig. 34): > Graphics PO2 and AtA > Set Point value, flashing. > Symbol MAX Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will increase the Set Point from 1.20 (ATA) to 1.60 (ATA) in .10 (ATA) increments.
SET U GROUP (UTILITIES) Set U Sequence: SET U > Wet Activation > Units > Safety Stop > Conservative Factor > Backlight Duration > Sampling Rate > TMT 1 > TMT 2-3 USE > TMT 2 (or BUD 1) > TMT 3 (or BUD 2). > The SET U Group can also be set/changed using the PC Settings Upload program. > SET U Settings remain at the values set until changed. > FREE Mode utilizes the settings for Wet Activation, Units, and Backlight Duration.
SET WET ACTIVATION information includes (Fig. 36): > Graphic WET > Set Point graphic ON (or OFF) flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button will toggle between ON and OFF. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the setting and/or advance to the SET UNITS screen with the Set Point flashing. Pressing and releasing the A button repeatedly (< 2 seconds each) will step through the other SET U screens.
SET UNITS information includes (Fig. 37): > Graphic UNIT > Set Point symbols/graphics PSI, F, and FT (or BAR, C, and M), flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button will toggle between Imperial (F, FT, PSI) and Metric (C, M, BAR). Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the setting and/or advance to the SET SAFETY STOP screen with the Time Set Point flashing. Pressing and releasing the A button repeatedly (< 2 seconds each) will step through the other SET U screens.
SET NORM SAFETY STOP information includes (Fig. 38): > Graphic SAFE > Symbols STOP and TIME. > Safety Stop Time Set Point, flashing. > Safety Stop Depth Set Point and symbol FT (or M). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds each) will step through the Stop Time Set Points of OFF, 3:00, and 5:00 (minutes:seconds).
SET CONSERVATIVE FACTOR information includes (Fig. 39): > Graphic CONS > Set Point ON (or OFF), flashing. > Symbols TIME and NDC. Pressing and releasing the S button (< 2 seconds) will toggle between ON and OFF. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the setting and/or advance to the SET BACKLIGHT DURATION screen with the Set Point flashing. Pressing and releasing the A button repeatedly (< 2 seconds each) will step through the other SET U screens.
SET BACKLIGHT DURATION information includes (Fig. 40): > Graphic GLOW. > Symbol TIME. > Set Point, flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds each) will step through the Set Points of :00, :05, and :10 (seconds). Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the setting and/or advance to the SET SAMPLING RATE screen with the Set Point flashing. Pressing and releasing the A button repeatedly (< 2 seconds each) will step through the SET U screens.
SET SAMPLING RATE information includes (Fig. 41): > Graphic SAMP > Symbol TIME. > Set Point, flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will step through the Set Points of :02, :15, :30, :60 (seconds). Depressing the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 Set Points per second until it is released. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the setting and/or advance to the SET TMT 1 screen with the Set Point flashing.
TMT is the abbreviation for Transmitter. BUD is the abbreviation for Buddy. 50 Fig. 42 - Set TMT 1 SET TMT 1 information includes (Fig. 42): > Graphics TMT1 and ON (or OFF) flashing. > Set Point (Transmitter's Serial Number (Link Code). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle between ON and OFF. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will accept the ON/OFF selection.
Pressing and releasing the A button (< 2 seconds) will accept the Second Digit of the Code and/or advance to the Third Digit which will be flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button repeatedly (< 2 seconds each) will increase the Third Digit from 0 to 9 in increments of 1. Depressing the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 per second.
SET TMT 2-3 USE information includes (Fig. 43): > Graphics TMT and 2-3 USE. > Set Point graphic SELF (or bud) flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle between SELF and bud. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will accept the setting and/or advance to SET TMT 2 (or BUD 1) with ON or OFF flashing. Depressing the A and S buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds will save the setting and revert to the SET U screen.
SET TMT 2 (or BUD 1) information includes (Fig. 44): > Graphics TMT2 (or BUD1) and ON (or OFF) flashing. > Set Point (Transmitter's Serial Number (Link Code). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle between ON and OFF. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will accept the ON/OFF selection. If OFF is selected, SET TMT 3 (or BUD 2) will be bypassed and the operation will revert to the SET U screen.
Pressing and releasing the S button repeatedly (< 2 seconds each) will increase the Third Digit from 0 to 9 in increments of 1. Depressing the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 per second. Pressing and releasing the A button (< 2 seconds) will accept the Third Digit of the Code and/or advance to the Fourth Digit which will be flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button repeatedly (< 2 seconds each) will increase the Fourth Digit from 0 to 9 in increments of 1.
SET TMT 3 (or BUD 2) information includes (Fig. 45): > Graphics TMT3 (or BUD2), and ON (or OFF) flashing. > Set Point (Transmitter's Serial Number (Link Code)). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle between ON and OFF. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will accept the ON/OFF selection. If OFF is selected, operation reverts to the SET U screen. If ON is selected, the first (left) digit of the Code will flash.
Pressing and releasing the S button repeatedly (< 2 seconds each) will increase the Third Digit from 0 to 9 in increments of 1. Depressing the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 per second. Pressing and releasing the A button (< 2 seconds) will accept the Third Digit of the Code and/or advance to the Fourth Digit which will be flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button repeatedly (< 2 seconds each) will increase the Fourth Digit from 0 to 9 in increments of 1.
SET T GROUP (TIME/DATE) Set T Sequence: SET T > Hour Format > Hour > Minute > Year > Month > Day > The SET T Group can also be set/changed using the PC Settings Upload program. > SET T Settings remain at the values set until changed. > FREE Mode utilizes these settings. > Day of the Week is set automatically when the Date is set. Depressing the A and S buttons simultaneously for 8 seconds while the NORM or GAUG SURF MAIN screen is displayed, will access SET T identified by the graphic SETT (Fig. 46).
SET HOUR FORMAT information includes (Fig. 47): Fig. 47 - Set Hour Format > Graphic HOUR > Set Point 12 (or 24), flashing. > Symbol TIME. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle between 12 and 24. Pressing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the Hour Format Set Point and access the SET TIME screen with the HOUR Set Point flashing (Fig. 48).
Depressing the S button while the MINUTE Set Point is flashing will scroll through the Set Points in 1 minute increments at a rate of 4 per second from :00 to :59. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the Minute Set Point and/or advance to the SET DATE screen. SET DATE (Year, Month, and Day) Displayed will be the graphic YEAR, Month and Day (or Day and Month if set for metric) with the YEAR Set Point flashing (Fig. 49).
SERIAL NUMBER (Elite T3) Depressing the A and S buttons simultaneously for 10 seconds while viewing the NORM or GAUG SURF MAIN screen will access the VT3's SERIAL NUMBER screen displaying (Fig. 50): > Graphic SN > Factory programmed Serial Number of the Elite T3. > Firmware revision number (e.g., graphic r1A). Depressing the A and S buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds will revert to the SURF MAIN screen. Depressing the M button for 2 seconds will revert to the SURF MAIN screen.
NORM SURF ALT, information includes (Fig. 51): > Day of the Week graphic (SAT, SUN, MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI). > Temperature with degree icon and graphic F (or C) > Time of Day (hour:minute). Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will access the NORM PLAN Lead-in screen. Pressing the S button will activate the Backlight. The display will revert to the NORM SURF MAIN screen if the M button is pressed for 2 seconds or after 2 minutes with no button action.
DEPTH FT (M) 30 (9) 40 (12) 50 (15) 60 (18) 70 (21) 80 (24) 90 (27) 100 (30) 110 (33) 120 (36) 130 (39) 140 (42) 150 (45) 160 (48) 170 (51) 180 (54) 190 (57) NDL HR:MIN 4:20 (4:43) 2:17 (2:24) 1:21 (1:25) :57 (:59) :40 (:41) :30 (:32) :24 (:25) :19 (:20) :16 (:17) :13 (:14) :11 (:11) :09 (:09) :08 (:08) :07 (:07) :07 (:06) :06 (:06) :05 (:05) NDLs, AIR Dive at Sea Level (no dive made yet) Refer to the charts on pages 150 and 151 for complete listings of No Decompression Limits for Sea Level and Altitudes
If FO2 for GAS1 is set for a numerical value (21 to 50%), the NITROX graphic and Maximum Operating Depth defined by the PO2 ALARM Set Point will be displayed. If the limiting time factor is Oxygen controlled, the symbols TIME and O2 will be displayed. If the limiting time factor is Nitrogen controlled, the symbols TIME and NDC will be displayed. Prior to a first dive of a series, pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will advance to LOG MODE.
PDPS information includes (Fig. 53A/B): Fig. 53A - PDPS (Nitrogen controlled) > Plan Depth values and symbol F (feet) or M (meters). > PO2 Alarm Set Point and graphic PO2, if set for Nitrox. > Symbols TIME and NDC (or O2 if in control). > Dive Time (HR:MIN) allowed for the FO2 set for GAS 1. > Tank 1 icon representing GAS 1. > Symbol NITROX, if set for a Nitrox dive. > Maximum Depth allowed and symbols MAX and FT (or M).
During the first 2 hours after a dive pressing and releasing the A button 3 times momentarily (< 2 seconds each time) while the NORM SURF MAIN screen is displayed will access FLY MODE (NORM SURF MAIN > ALT > PLAN > FLY, or pressing and releasing the A button 2 times momentarily (< 2 seconds each) while the GAUG SURF MAIN screen is displayed will access FLY MODE (GAUG SURF MAIN > ALT > FLY). TIME TO FLY information includes (Fig. 54): > Graphic FLY and symbol TIME. > Countdown Time (hr:min).
SAT MODE The Time to Desaturate counter provides calculated time for Tissue Desatuation at sea level taking into consideration the Conservation Factor setting. It begins counting down 10 minutes after surfacing from a dive, counting down from 23:50 max to 0:00 (hr:min). When the Countdown reaches 0:00, which will generally occur prior to the FLY countdown reaching 0:00, the SAT screen continues to alternate with FLY displaying 0:00 until the FLY counter shuts the Elite T3 Off 24 hours after a last dive.
TIME TO DESATURATE information includes (Fig. 55): > Graphic SAT and symbol TIME. > Countdown Time (hr:min). > Battery icon (if an Elite T3 Low Battery Warning Condition exists), flashing if Too Low Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will advance to LOG MODE. Depressing the M button for 2 seconds will revert to the NORM or GAUG SURF MAIN screen. If no button is pressed during a 2 minute period, the unit will revert to the NORM or GAUG SURF MAIN screen.
Dives will be numbered 1 to 24 starting at #1 each time a new series of dives begins. After it shuts Off 24 hours after a dive, the first dive of the next new series will be #1. Accessing LOG Mode: During the first 10 minutes after a dive, pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) 1 time while the NORM or GAUG SURF MAIN screen is displayed will access LOG MODE.
Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) while viewing a PREVIEW screen will display that dives LOG DATA 1 screen (Nitrogen Data). If that was a Nitrox dive, pressing and releasing the S button again will display that dives LOG DATA 2 screen (Oxygen Data). If in GAUGE MODE (Violated or User Selected), this screen will not be displayed. LOG screens remain on display until further button action occurs.
LOG DATA 1 information includes (Fig. 57): > Alpha graphic NO-D, DECO, GAUG, or VIOL. > NIBG with the maximum accumulation segment flashing, others fixed up to end-of-dive accumulation. All segments flashing for delayed and full violation. > VARI - showing the maximum ascent rate maintained for 4 consecutive seconds during the dive. > Temperature (minimum recorded that dive) and graphic F (or C). > Symbols DIVE and TIME and Elapsed Dive Time (hr:min). > Symbols TIME and SURFACE.
LOG DATA 2 (if a Nitrox dive) information includes (Fig. 58): > Graphic O2. > O2 bar graph segments representing Oxygen accumulated at the end of the dive. > Value of Max PO2 achieved (ATA) and graphic PO2. > GAS 1 FO2 Set Point for that dive and symbol FO2. > Tank 1 icon representing GAS 1. > Symbol NITROX. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) button will advance to the previous dive's LOG PREVIEW screen.
NORM/GAUG HISTORY MODE HISTORY Mode displays accumulative NORM and GAUG dive information. Battery removal will not affect the HISTORY data stored for viewing.
HISTORY 2 screen information includes (Fig. 60): > Graphic SEA (or EL 2 through EL 13), highest Altitude at which a NORM or GAUG dive was conducted. > Temperature, lowest recorded of all NORM and GAUG dives. > Maximum Depth achieved during all NORM and GAUG dives with symbols FT (or M) and MAX. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) button will advance to the NORM or GAUG SURF MAIN screen.
OVERVIEW OF DISPLAYED SYMBOLS AND ICONS SYMBOLS BAR (or) PSI STOP TIME (or) DIVE TIME MEANING Selected Tank's Pressure Units Ceiling Stop Time or Elapsed Dive Time (hr:min if NORM or GAUG; min:sec if FREE) or Dive # Air Time Remaining (hr:min) No Decompression Dive Time Remaining (hr:min) O2 Dive Time Remaining (hr:min) Ascent Time plus Deco Stop Times (hr:min) Elapsed Surface Interval Time (hr:min if NORM or GAUG, or FREE > 59:59; min:sec if FREE up to 59:59) FO2 for any GAS is set at a numerical value (=
WARNING: Prior to diving with the Elite T3, you must also read and understand the AERIS Dive Computer Safety and Reference Manual, Doc. No. 12-7203, which provides Important Warnings and Safety Recommendations as well as general product information.
Poor Reception Distance (greater than 6 feet/2 meters) Poor Reception Area Best Reception Area Poor Reception Area 76 Poor Reception Area Poor Reception Area Transmitter Signal Reception Guide
POSITIONING OF THE Elite T3 The Transmitters (TMTs) emit low frequency signals that radiate outward in semicircular patterns that are parallel to the length dimension of the TMT. A coiled antenna inside the Elite T3 receives the signals when it is positioned within a zone parallel to or at a 45 degree angle to the TMT as illustrated on page 76.
DTR = NDC (No Deco) DTR = OTR DTR = ATR Fig. 62 - Dive Time Remaining 78 An interruption of the TMT Link may also occur while the Elite T3 is in an area within 3 to 4 feet (1 meter) of a running Dive Propulsion Vehicle. The Link will be restored within 4 seconds after the Vehicle is shut off or the Elite T3 is moved out of that area. When using a Strobe, a temporary interruption may occur shortly after the Strobe flashes. The Link will be restored within 4 seconds.
No Decompression Dive Time Remaining (NDC) No Decompression Dive Time Remaining is the maximum amount of time that you can stay at your present Depth before entering a Decompression situation. It is calculated based on the amount of Nitrogen absorbed by hypothetical tissue compartments. The rates each of these compartments absorb and release Nitrogen is mathematically modeled and compared against a maximum allowable Nitrogen level.
Oxygen Accumulation Time Remaining (OTR) When the Elite T3 is set for Nitrox operation, Oxygen Accumulation (saturation or exposure) during a dive, or 24 hour period, appears graphically as the O2 Bar Graph (O2BG) (Fig. 64a). As time remaining before reaching the Oxygen Exposure Limit decreases, segments are added to the O2BG.
Air Consumption and Depth are continuously monitored and Air Time Remaining reflects any change in circumstances. For example, when a buddy starts breathing from your Octopus or you suddenly find yourself swimming against a strong current and begin breathing more rapidly, the Elite T3 will recognize the change and adjust the ATR accordingly. ATR is the time you can remain at the present Depth and still safely surface with the Tank Pressure Reserve that you selected during setup (End Pressure Alarm Setting).
You should immediately initiate a controlled Ascent while monitoring your Tank Pressure. However, there is no reason to panic, the Elite T3 has allowed for the Air necessary for a safe Ascent including the No Deco Safety Stop, if set On, and any Decompression Stops required.
CONTROL OF DISPLAYS During Dive Modes, there is a Main (Default) Display of important information relevant to the specific mode that the Elite T3 is operating in (No Deco, Deco, GAUG, FREE, etc.). Alternate (ALT) Displays can be accessed by pressing and releasing the A button to view additional information. They will automatically revert to the Main Display after 3 seconds.
WET CONTACTS Alternates with (NORM and ELx) Fig. 68 - NORM SURF MAIN (unit Wet) 84 The Wet Contact Dive Mode Activation feature is active any time WET ACTIVATION is set ON. The Elite T3 is configured with contacts that will automatically activate Dive Mode when the space between the contacts is bridged by a conductive material (immersed in water) and it senses a Depth of 5 FT (1.5 M) for 5 seconds. The contacts are the pins of the PC Interface Data Port and the stems of the Push Buttons.
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ABBREVIATIONS USED: NIBG = NITROGEN LOADING BAR GRAPH O2BG = OXYGEN ACCUMULATION BAR GRAPH VARI = VARIABLE ASCENT RATE INDICATOR DTR = DIVE TIME REMAINING ATR = AIR TIME REMAINING NORM NO DECOMPRESSION DIVE MODE When the Wet Activation feature is set ON, the Elite T3 will enter the Dive Mode any time you descend to 5 FT (1.5 M).
While the NORM DIVE MAIN screen is displayed, press/ release the A button (< 2 sec) to view NORM DIVE ALT 1. While the NORM DIVE ALT 1 screen is displayed, press/ release the A button (< 2 sec) to view NORM DIVE ALT 2. While the NORM DIVE ALT 2 screen is displayed, press/ release the A button (< 2 sec) to view NORM DIVE ALT 3.
During the time that an Alarm is sounding, Alternate and Gas Switch Preview displays cannot be accessed. NORM DIVE NO DECO ALT 2 Display, information provided includes (Fig.
NORM DIVE NO DECO ALT 3 Display (if set for Nitrox), Information includes (Fig. 72) > NIBG representing Nitrogen Loading > VARI while ascending > O2BG > Graphic GAS1 (or 2 or 3) representing the GAS selected > Level of PO2 (ATA) with graphic PO2 > FO2 Setting and symbol FO2 > Tank icon representing the GAS selected (1, 2, or 3) > Symbol NITROX > Current Depth and symbol FT (or M) The display will revert to the MAIN Display after 3 seconds.
The Safety Stop will be displayed until the countdown times out, or you descend below 30 FT (10 M), or you surface. There is no Penalty if you surface prior to completing the Safety Stop. If the Safety Stop was set to OFF, the screen will not appear during the ascent. NORM DIVE NO DECO SAFETY STOP MAIN Display, Information includes (Fig.
DECOMPRESSION DIVE MODE The Elite T3 is designed to help you by providing a representation of how close you are to entering Decompression. Decompression Dive Mode activates when theoretical No Decompression time and depth limits are exceeded. Upon Entry into Decompression Mode, the Audible Alarm will sound, the red LED Warning Light will flash, and the graphic message DECO > STOP will scroll each 3/4 second On and 1/ 4 second Off (Fig. 74), until acknowledged or for 10 seconds (unless set OFF).
To fulfill your decompression obligation, you should make a safe controlled Ascent to a depth slightly deeper than (Fig. 75a), or equal to, the Required Ceiling Stop Depth indicated (Fig. 75b) and decompress for the Stop Time indicated (Fig. 75c). The amount of decompression Credit Time that you receive is dependent on Depth, with slightly less Credit given the deeper you are below the Stop Depth indicated.
Press/release the A button (< 2 sec) to view DECO STOP ALT 1, then ALT 2 and ALT 3. DECO MAIN > ALT 1 > ALT 2 > ALT 3 Depress the M button for 2 seconds to access the Gas Switch or Buddy Pressure Check menu. Total Ascent Time (TAT) Total Ascent Time includes Stop Times required at all required decompression ceilings (Stops) and vertical Ascent Time to the surface calculated at 60 FPM (18 MPM) for depths deeper than 60 FT (18 M), and 30 FPM (9 MPM) for depths of 60 FT (18 M) and shallower.
DECO STOP ALT 2 Display, information includes (Fig. 77) - Fig. 77 - DECO STOP ALT 2 Fig.
VIOLATION MODES While in Violation Modes, the Alternate Displays previously described can be accessed using the A button, the Backlight can be activated using the S button, and Alarms can be acknowledged and silenced with the A button. Alternate Displays will be similar to the DECO screens and not repeated. They revert to the MAIN (Default) Display after 3 seconds unless A is pressed. NORM CONDITIONAL VIOLATION If you ascend shallower (Fig. 79a) than a Required Decompression Ceiling Stop Depth (Fig.
flashing NOTE: Upon entry into the following 3 Delayed Violation Modes, the red LED flash and the Audible Alarm will sound, even if Set OFF. When these events occur, the Alarm cannot be acknowledged (silenced) by pressing the A button. NORM DELAYED VIOLATION #1 (Fig. 80) Fig. 80 - NORM DELAYED VIOLATION #1 MAIN flashing Fig.
When Delayed Violation #2 occurs, you must make a controlled Ascent to just deeper than, and stay as close as possible to, 60 FT (18 M) without causing the NIBG to flash. When the Required Stop Depth indicates 50 FT/15 M, etc., you can ascend to those Stop Depths and continue decompressing. NORM/GAUG DELAYED VIOLATION #3 (Fig.
IMMEDIATE VIOLATION AND VIOLA GAUGE MODE If a Decompression Ceiling Stop Depth much greater than 60 FT (18 M) is required, an Immediate Violation Mode will be entered. This situation would be preceded by entering Delayed Violation Mode #2. The Elite T3 would then operate in Violation Gauge Mode during the remainder of that dive and for 24 hours after surfacing. Violation Gauge Mode turns the Elite T3 into a digital instrument without any decompression or oxygen monitoring functions.
The Elite T3 will also enter an Immediate Violation Mode (Violation Gauge Mode) 5 minutes after surfacing from a dive in which a Delayed Violation occurred. Violation Gauge Mode on the Surface does not allow access to the SET F, PLAN, FLY, and SAT features/screens. The countdown timer that appears when you try to access Time to Fly does not represent Time to Fly. It is only provided to inform you of the time remaining before normal operation can resume with full Elite T3 features and functions.
WARNING: If a High PO2 condition occurs while in Deco Mode, the message HIGH > PO2 will replace the DECO message until PO2 < 1.60. Fig. 85 - HIGH PO2 MAIN 100 NORM HIGH PO2 When partial pressure of oxygen (PO2) becomes equal to, or greater than, 0.2 ATA less than the PO2 Alarm Set Point (a SET A Group setting); the red LED warning light will flash, the Audible Alarm will sound, and the message HIGH > PO2 will scroll until the Alarm is acknowledged/silenced.
HIGH OXYGEN ACCUMULATION The O2 Bar Graph (O2BG) displays either oxygen accumulated during that nitrox dive, or during the repetitive nitrox dives you conduct during that 24 hour period, whichever of the two is greater at that time. The O2BG allows you to monitor how close you are coming to the limits of oxygen exposure.
SUMMARY OF NORM/GAUG WARNING AND ALARM MESSAGES MESSAGE DECO > STOP > xxF (M) DOWN > TO > xxF (M) DECO > STOP > 60F (18M) HIGH > PO2 UP > HIGH > PO2 UP > HIGH > O2 TOO > DEEP UP > VIOL SLOW > SLOW LOW > AIR > TIME LOW > DIVE > TIME TURN > GAS > ALRM END > GAS > ALRM TIME > TOO > LONG UP > HIGH > NI TMT1 > LINK > LOST TMT1 > NotAvAil DONT > SWCH 102 MEANING Entry into Decompression Mode. Above Required Decompression Stop Depth. Deco Stop greater than 60 FT (18 M) required. High PO2 while in Deco Mode.
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SWITCHING GAS MIXES (NORM only) During NORM Dives, the Elite T3 can be manually switched from GAS 1 to GAS 2 to GAS 3, changing FO2 displays and calculations from the FO2 value set for GAS 1 to the FO2 value set for GAS 2 to the FO2 value set for GAS 3, and if TMTs are used, changing Pressure related displays and calculations from TMT 1 (Transmitter 1) to TMT 2 to TMT 3.
Due to the possibility that sufficient air may not be available in the Switch From tank to complete the dive, the Switch to the prohibitive Mix can still be made. If the Switch is made to the prohibitive Mix while in NORM NO DECO DIVE Mode, the High PO2 Alarm will activate. If the Switch is made to the prohibitive Mix while in DECO DIVE Mode, the message HIGH > PO2 will replace the scrolling DECO message until the High PO2 condition clears.
GAS 1 SWITCH PREVIEW, information includes (Fig. 89) - Fig. 89 - GAS 1 SWITCH PREVIEW Fig. 90 - GAS 2 SWITCH PREVIEW 106 > Graphic GAS1 > NIBG, representing Nitrogen Loading > VARI, if ascending > O2BG, if any > FO2 Set Point for GAS 1 and the symbol FO2 > Tank icon, representing GAS 1 > Symbol NITROX > Current Depth and symbol FT (or M) Press/release the M button momentarily (< 2 seconds) to access the GAS 2 Switch Preview Display for 10 seconds. GAS 2 SWITCH PREVIEW, information includes (Fig.
TO SWITCH FO2 FROM GAS 1 TO GAS 2 Depressing the M button for 2 seconds while viewing the GAS 2 Switch Preview Display will Switch the Elite T3's FO2 from GAS 1 to GAS 2 and the Elite T3's Receiver from TMT 1 to TMT 2 (if active). After the switch is made, the NORM DIVE MAIN Display will represent GAS 2 (Fig. 91). If TMT 2 is active, Air Time Remaining is then calculated based on Tank 2's Pressure.
GAS 3 SWITCH PREVIEW, information includes (Fig. 92) - > Graphic GAS3 > NIBG, representing Nitrogen Loading > VARI, if ascending > O2BG, if any > FO2 Set Point for GAS 3 and the symbol FO2 > Tank icon representing GAS 3 > Symbol NITROX > Current Depth and symbol FT (or M) Press/release the M button momentarily (< 2 seconds) to access the GAS 1 Switch Preview Display. TO SWITCH FO2 FROM GAS 2 TO GAS 3 Fig.
BUDDY PRESSURE CHECK (NORM only) During NORM Dives, the Elite T3 can be used to check (display) Tank Pressure of 1 or 2 buddies whose TMT Link Codes (Serial Numbers) have been entered as TMT 2 and TMT 3 in the Elite T3's SET U menu. NOTE: Use of the Buddy Pressure Check feature cannot be performed when TMT 2-3 USE is set for SELF (Gas Switching) or while operating in GAUG Mode.
Pressing and releasing the M button momentarily (< 2 seconds) while the TMT 2-3 USE (Lead-in) screen is displayed (with the setting BUD) will start a Search for BUD 1 (TMT 2)) displaying the graphics BUD and SEArCH (Fig. 94) for a maximum of 5 seconds. Fig. 94 - BUDDY SEARCH NOTE: No further button action is required.
NOTE: The graphic NotAvAil (Not Available) (Fig. 96) indicates that the Buddy is out of range or the Elite T3's TMT 2 (or 3) setting does not match the Serial Number of that Buddy's TMT. BUDDY PRESSURE CHECK ON SURFACE A Buddy Pressure Check can be accomplished when on the Surface by accessing the TMT Status Check screens while the NORM SURF MAIN screen is being displayed.
NORM DIVE MAIN TMT 2-3 USE Set for SELF M 2 sec << or >> M < 2 sec Switches from Gas 3/TMT 3 to Gas 1/TMT 1 (after 3 sec) GAS 1 PREVIEW M 2 sec M < 2 sec Switches from Gas 1/TMT 1 to Gas 2/TMT 2 (after 3 sec) M 2 sec GAS 2 PREVIEW M < 2 sec Switches from Gas 2/TMT 2 to Gas 3/TMT 3 (after 3 sec) 112 M 2 sec GAS 3 PREVIEW M < 2 sec TMT 2-3 USE Set for BUD M < 2 sec GAS SWITCHING or BUDDY PRESSURE CHECK BUD SEARCH 2 to 5 sec BUD1 PRESSURE 3 sec BUD2 PRESSURE 3 sec Back to NORM DIVE MAIN
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POST DIVE SURFACE MODE When you ascend to 2 FT (0.6 M), the Elite T3 will enter Surface Mode and begin counting your Surface Interval. TRANSITION PERIOD If you descend during the first 10 minutes after surfacing (referred to as the Transition Period), time underwater will be considered a continuation of that dive. The time at the surface (if less than 10 minutes) will not be added as Dive Time. Transition Period information on the surface includes (Fig.
SURF ALT Display during the Transition Period (Fig. 98) To access SURF ALT, press and release the A button (< 2 seconds) while viewing the NORM SURF MAIN display. Press the S button to activate the SmartGlo Backlight. Press and release the A button (< 2 seconds) while viewing the NORM SURF ALT display to access the LOG Preview screen for that dive. The screen will revert to NORM SURF MAIN after 2 minutes unless the A button is pressed.
Once 10 minutes have elapsed, the Surface Interval time display colon will stop flashing indicating that the Dive and Transition Period are completed, and a subsequent descent will be considered a new dive. AFTER THE TRANSITION PERIOD Once the Transition Period has ended, you will then have full access to other Modes (e.g., GAUG SURF, FREE SURF, PLAN, FLY, SAT, LOG, HISTORY, SET, etc.). To activate the SmartGlo Backlight, press the S button. To access SURF ALT, PLAN, FLY, etc.
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GAUGE MODE When Gauge Mode (GAUG) is selected as the Operating Mode, the Elite T3 will operate as a Digital Depth Gauge/Timer without performing nitrogen and oxygen calculations. To access the GAUG SURF MAIN screen while NORM SURF MAIN is displayed, press the M button for 2 seconds. If no GAUG dive has be conducted, press the M button for 2 seconds to access FREE SURF MAIN. NORM SURF MAIN > GAUG SURF MAIN > FREE SURF MAIN GAUG SURF MAIN Display (Default), information provided includes (Fig.
Press/hold the A and S buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds to access the SET menu (F > A > U > T). Press/hold the S button for 2 seconds to access Battery/ TMT Status screens. Upon descending to 5 FT (1.5 M), the Elite T3 will enter GAUG DIVE Mode. Gas Switching and Buddy Pressure checks can not be performed in GAUG Mode.
GAUG DIVE ALT 1 Display, Fig. 102 - GAUG DIVE ALT 1 information provided includes Fig. 102) > Day of the Week graphic (MON, TUE, etc.) > Temperature with degrees icon and graphic F (or C) > Time of Day (hr:min). Press/release the A button (< 2 sec) to view GAUG DIVE ALT 2. The display will revert to the GAUG DIVE MAIN Display after 3 seconds unless A is pressed. GAUG DIVE ALT 2 Display, information provided includes (Fig.
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FREE DIVE MODE Fig. 104 - FREE SURF MAIN 122 When FREE (Free Dive Mode) is selected as the Operating Mode, the Elite T3 will operate as a Digital Depth Gauge with select features. Nitrogen loading is calculated based upon a default FO2 of AIR and the amount remaining during 24 hours is carried over between FREE and NORM Operating Modes. FREE Mode Alarms and their Set Points are independent of those for NORM and GAUG Mode, and they cannot be silenced.
Press the S button to activate the SmartGlo Backlight. Depress the M button for 2 seconds to access NORM SURF MAIN. Press and release the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) to access FREE SURF ALT 1. Press and release the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) to while viewing ALT 1 to access FREE SURF ALT 2. Depress the A button for 2 seconds to access the FREE SURF CDT (CountDown Timer) STATUS screen, allowing you to Set/Start/Stop the Timer.
FREE SURF ALT 2 Display, information includes (Fig. 106) - Fig. 106 - FREE SURF ALT 2 > Graphic FREE > Battery icon if an Elite T3 Low Battery Warning Condition exists, flashing if Too Low. > Graphic LASt with symbols DIVE TIME and the Elapsed Dive Time (min:sec) of the FREE dive previously made while still in FREE MODE. Resets to 0:00 after 24 hours. > Symbols MAX and FT (or M) and the Maximum Depth of the FREE dive previously made while still in FREE MODE. Press the S button to activate the Backlight.
> If the CD Timer is OFF, the CD Time (min:sec) previously set will be displayed with the colon solid. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle between ON and OFF. > If a Time has been set, a toggle from OFF to ON will start the CD Timer indicated by the colon flashing. Press the S button to activate the SmartGlo Backlight. Pressing/releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will revert the Display to the FREE SURF MAIN screen.
SET FREE CDT STATUS Display (Surface only), Fig. 108 - SET FREE CDT Fig. 109 - FREE CDT SET (ready to Start) 126 information includes (Fig. 108) > Graphics TIMR and SEt, solid. > TIME symbol and Timer setting (min:sec), colon solid, MINUTE Set Point flashing. Depressing and holding the S button while the MINUTE Set Point is flashing will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 per second from 0: to 59: in 1 Minute (1:) increments.
FREE DIVE EDT (ELAPSED DIVE TIME) ALARM The FREE EDT Alarm is factory set for 30 seconds. When set ON, the Alarm will sound 3 short beeps and the message TIME will be displayed momentarily every 30 seconds while the Elite T3 is operating underwater in FREE DIVE Mode. Depressing the A and S buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds while the FREE SURF MAIN screen is displayed, will access SET FREE EDT ALARM with the Set Point flashing.
FREE DIVE DEPTH ALARMS (FDA) Responsible 128 The Elite T3 features 3 FREE Dive DEPTH Alarms that can be Set at progressively deeper Depths and turned OFF/ON. > If Alarm 1 is set OFF, then Alarms 2 and 3 will be disabled. > If Alarm 2 is set OFF, Alarm 3 will be disabled. When each of the Depths are reached during a dive, 3 short beeps will sound 3 times and the message DPTH will be displayed 3 times.
SET FREE DEPTH ALARM 1 (FDA 1) Display, information includes (Fig. 111) > Graphic FDA1. > Set Point ON or OFF, flashing. > Depth Set Point graphic value, flashing if ON is displayed. > Symbols MAX and FT (or M). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle the Set Point between ON and OFF. > If set ON, the Depth value displayed will flash.
SET FREE DEPTH ALARM 2 (FDA 2) Display, NOTE: The range information includes (Fig. 112) of available FDA 2 > Graphic FDA2. Set Points begins at > Set Point ON or OFF, flashing. the next FT/M value > Depth Set Point graphic value, flashing if ON is displayed. greater than the > Symbols MAX and FT (or M). FDA 1 Alarm Set Point. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle the Set Point between ON and OFF. > If set ON, the Depth value displayed will flash.
SET FREE DEPTH ALARM 3 (FDA3) Display, information includes (Fig. 113) > Graphic FDA3. > Set Point ON or OFF, flashing. > Depth Set Point graphic value, flashing if ON is displayed. > Symbols MAX and FT (or M). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle the Set Point between ON and OFF. > If set ON, the Depth value displayed will flash.
FREE DIVE MAIN Display (Default), Fig. 114 - FREE DIVE MAIN Fig. 115 - FREE DIVE ALT 132 information includes (Fig. 114) > Graphic FREE > NIBG, if any Nitrogen remaining from previous NORM or FREE Dives conducted within the previous 24 hours. > Temperature with degrees symbol and graphic F (or C) > Symbols DIVE and TIME and Elapsed Dive Time (min:sec). > Current Depth and symbol FT (or M). Press and release the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) to access the FREE DIVE ALT screen for 3 seconds.
FREE DIVE CDT STATUS Display, information includes (Fig. 116) > Graphics TIMR and OFF (or ON), flashing > TIME symbol and remaining Countdown time (min:sec) with the colon flashing if ON and a CD is in progress, 0:00 with the colon flashing if ON and no time is remaining. If OFF, the CD Time previously set while on the surface is to be displayed with the colon solid. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle between OFF and ON.
Fig. 118 - FREE DIVE MAIN (During CDT ALARM) Fig. 119 - FREE DIVE MAIN (During DEPTH ALARM) 134 FREE DIVE Alarms are separate and unaffected by NORM/ GAUG Mode Alarm Settings, and the Alarms that occur in those Modes are separate and unaffected by FREE DIVE Alarm Settings. FREE CDT (Count Down Timer) ALARM When the FREE CDT decreases to 0:00 (min:sec), 3 short beeps will sound 3 times, the red LED will flash, and the Message TIMR will appear on the display 3 times momentarily (Fig.
FREE DIVE EDT (Elapsed Dive Time) ALARM When the FREE EDT Alarm is set ON prior to commencing a FREE Dive, 3 short beeps will sound, the red LED will flash, and the Message TIME will appear on the display momentarily (Fig. 120), then revert to the Message FREE. This FREE DIVE Alarm is factory set to repeat every 30 seconds during FREE DIVE Mode, when it is set ON prior to the dive.
flashing Fig. 122 - FREE DIVE MAIN (During DECO) ENTRY INTO DECO DURING A FREE DIVE In the event that Nitrogen Loading increases to the Warning level indicated by all segments of the NIBG and O2BG and UP Arrow flashing, 3 short beeps will sound 3 times, the red LED will flash, and the Message UP > VIOL will appear on the display (Fig. 122).
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UPLOADING SETTINGS AND DOWNLOADING DATA The Elite T3 is configured with a Data Port located on the back of the left side that enables it to be connected to a PC through a USB port using the special Interface Cable supplied. A USB Driver is provided on the AERIS Computer Interface program CD as part of the Interface System. The Settings Upload feature can be used to set/change the Elite T3s Set A group (Alarms), Set U group (Utilities), and Set T group (Date/Time) using the Interface System.
PC compatibility requirements: IBM®, or compatible, Personal Computer with USB Port Intel® Pentium 200 MHz or better microprocessor Microsoft Windows® 98 Second Edition, ME, NT, 2000, or XP Super VGA® card or compatibl e video graphics adaptor (256 color or greater) with a minimum 800 X 600 pixel screen area of display settings 16MB of available RAM 20MB of available hard drive storage Mouse CD Rom drive Printer (optional) For software updates, refer to the AERIS web site. www.diveaeris.
CARE AND CLEANING Protect your Elite T3 from shock, excessive temperatures, exposure to chemicals, and tampering. Protect the lens against scratches with a Instrument Lens Protector. Small scratches will naturally disappear underwater. Soak and rinse the Elite T3 in fresh water at the end of each day of diving, and check to ensure that the areas around the Low Pressure (Depth) Sensor (Fig. 124a), PC Interface Data Port (Fig. 124b), and Buttons are free of debris or obstructions.
AERIS recommends that you continue to have an inspection performed every year to ensure it is working properly. The costs of annual inspections are not covered under the terms of the 2 year limited warranty. To Obtain Service: Take your Elite T3 system to an Authorized AERIS Dealer. To return your Elite T3 system to AERIS: Record all dive data in the Log and/or download the data in memory. All data will be erased during factory service. Package it using a protective cushioning material.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT NOTE: The procedures that follow must be closely adhered to. Damage due to improper Battery replacement is not covered by the Elite T3's 2 year warranty. When replacing the Battery in the Elite T3, it is recommended that you also replace the Battery(s) in the Transmitter(s), and vice-versa. The Battery Compartment(s) should only be opened in a dry and clean environment with extreme care taken to prevent the entrance of moisture or dust.
Elite T3 Battery Hatch Removal Locate the Battery Compartment on the back of the module. While applying steady inward pressure on the clear Battery Hatch, rotate the Hatch Ring clockwise 10 degrees by pressing on the upper/right arm of the Ring with a small blade screwdriver (Fig. 125). NOTE: If available, an adjustable face spanner tool or pointed pliers can be used by inserting the tips of the tool in the small holes in the Ring (Fig. 126). Fig.
Transmitter Battery Removal Locate the Battery Hatch on the End of the Housing: Apply a coin to the recessed slot of the Hatch and turn it counter clockwise out of the Housing (Fig. 128). Remove the Battery from the Battery Compartment and discard according to local regulations governing disposal of Lithium batteries. Elite T3 and Transmitter Inspection Closely check all of the sealing surfaces for any signs of damage that might impair proper sealing.
Inspection (continued) - Closely examine the inside of the Battery Compartment(s) for any signs of corrosion indicating entrance of moisture into the unit. If corrosion is found, return the Elite T3 system to an Authorized AERIS Dealer, and DO NOT attempt to use it until it has received factory service. If moisture is found, it is best to have the unit inspected and cleaned by an Authorized AERIS Dealer.
Elite T3 Battery Installation (continued) - Fig. 130 - TIGHTENING Elite T3 HATCH RING Carefully place the clear Battery Hatch (with O-ring) into position on the rim of the Battery Compartment, then press it evenly and completely down into place with your same thumb. Maintain the Battery Hatch securely in place and, using your other hand, slide the Hatch Ring down off your thumb and into position around the Battery Compartment.
Transmitter Battery Installation (continued) - Place a new 3 volt, CR2, Lithium Battery (Duracell model DLCR2 or equivalent) positive (+) side down into the Battery Compartment with the negative end facing up/out (Fig. 132). Ensure that the Battery is properly oriented and the Hatch O-ring is evenly seated around the Battery Hatch. Carefully place the Battery Hatch with Spring into the Housing and turn clockwise slowly by hand to ensure proper threading. Apply a coin and tighten until secure.
INSTALLING A TRANSMITTER ON A REGULATOR To install the Transmitter on the Regulator First Stage: Remove the existing Pressure Gauge and High Pressure Hose, or the High Pressure Port Plug from the Port marked HP using the proper size Hex Key. Lightly lubricate the O-ring and Threads of the Transmitter fitting with a halocarbon based lubricant such as ChristoLube MCG111 (provided in AERIS Battery Kits). Thread the Transmitter clockwise by hand into the Regulator's HP Port (Fig.
ALTITUDE SENSING AND ADJUSTMENT Prior to the first dive of a series of repetitive dives, ALTITUDE (i.e., Ambient Pressure) is measured upon activation and every 15 minutes until a dive is made. > Measurements are taken every 15 minutes during the 24 hour period after surfacing. > Measurements are only taken when the unit is dry. > Two readings are taken, the second reading 5 seconds after the first.
When the Conservative Factor feature is set ON, allowable dive times are calculated based upon the next higher 3,000 foot (915 meter) Altitude. All adjustments for Altitudes greater than 11,000 feet (3,355 meters) are then made to allowable dive times for 14,000 feet (4,270 meters). If the Conservative Factor is set ON while at Sea Level, calculations are based upon an Altitude of 3,000 feet. The Elite T3 will not function above 14,000 feet (4,270 meters).
METRIC NO DECOMPRESSION LIMITS (HOURS:MINUTES) AT ALTITUDE Altitude (meters) 0` to 610` Depth (meters) 9 4:43 12 2:24 15 1:25 18 0:59 21 0:41 24 0:32 27 0:25 30 0:20 33 0:17 36 0:14 39 0:11 42 0:09 45 0:08 48 0:07 51 0:06 54 0:06 57 0:05 611` 916` 1221` 1526` 1831` 2136` 2441` 2746` 3051` 3356` 3661` 3966` to to to to to to to to to to to to 915` 1220` 1525` 1830` 2135` 2440` 2745` 3050` 3355` 3660` 3965` 4270` 3:51 2:03 1:10 0:49 0:34 0:27 0:21 0:17 0:14 0:11 0:09 0:08 0:07 0:06 0:06 0:05 0:05 3:37 1:5
SPECIFICATIONS CAN BE USED AS Dive Computer (Air or Nitrox) Digital Depth Gauge/Timer Free Dive activity With or without up to 3 Transmitters NO DECOMPRESSION MODEL Basis: Modified Haldanean Algorithm 12 tissue compartments Data Base: Diving Science and Technology (DSAT) - Rogers/ Powell Dive Computer Performance: Tissue compartment halftimes (mins.
SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) NORM/GAUG SET MODES Set F Group (FO2 items): FO2 GAS1 (Air, 21 to 50%) FO2 GAS2 (Air, 21 to 100%) FO2 GAS3 (Air, 21 to 100%) FO2 Default (On/Off) Set A Group (Alarms): Audible Alarm / LED Warning (On/Off) Max Depth Alarm (30 to 330 FT /10 to 100 M) Elapsed Dive Time Alarm (:10 to 3:00 hr:min) Max NIBG Alarm (1 to 7 segments) Dive Time Remaining Alarm (:00 to :20 min) Turn Press Alarm (Off, 1000 to 3000 PSI / 70 to 205 BAR) End Press Alarm (300 to 1500
SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) NORM/GAUG SET MODES (continued) Set T Group (Time/Date): Hour Format (12/24) Time (hour:min) Date (year/month/day) Factory Settings: > 12 > actual at factory > 0101 2006 Elite T3 Serial Number Factory set > actual NORM No Decompression Dive Displays: Main (default) - NIBG, O2BG, VARI, Pressure, Dive Time Remaining, Current Depth Alternate #1 - Day of Week, Temperature, Time of Day (hr:min) Alternate #2 - NIBG, O2BG, VARI, ATR, TMT #, Pressure, Elapsed Dive
SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) GAUG Dive Displays: Main (default) - graphic GAUG, VARI, Pressure, Current Depth Alternate 1 - Day of Week, Temperature, Time of Day (hr:min) Alternate 2 - TMT #, VARI, Pressure, Elapsed Dive Time, Air Time Remaining, Max Depth FREE Dive Displays: Main (default) - graphic FREE, Temperature, Elapsed Dive Time (min:sec), Current Depth Alternate 1 - Day of Week, Temperature, Time of Day (hr:min) CDT Status - graphic TIMR (Timer), Timer Setting (On/Off), Countdown Time Rem
SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) NUMERIC DISPLAYS (cont'd): Time to Desaturate Temperature Tank Pressure Time of Day FREE Countdown Timer Out of Range (- - -) Violation Countdown Timer Range: 23:50 max to 0:00 hr:min* (* starting 10 min.
SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE Function: Depth Timers Accuracy: ±1% of full scale 1 second per day Dive Counter: NORM/GAUG displays Dives #1 to 24, FREE displays Dives #1 to 99, 0 if no dive made yet Resets to Dive #1, upon diving (after 24 hours with no dives) NORM/GAUG Dive Log Mode: Stores 24 most recent NORM/GAUG dives in memory for viewing After 24 dives, adds 25th dive in memory and deletes the older dive Altitude: Operational from sea level to 14,000 feet (4,270 me
SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE (continued) Battery Indicator: Warning - icon on solid at 2.75 volts, Elite T3 Battery change recommended Alarm - icon on flashing at 2.50 volts, change the Elite T3 Battery Activation: Manual - push button (recommended), required if Wet Activation is set OFF.
INSPECTION / SERVICE RECORD Elite T3 Serial Number: _________________________________ Transmitter #1 Serial Number: _________________________________ Transmitter #2 Serial Number: _________________________________ Transmitter #3 Serial Number: _________________________________ Date of Purchase: ____________ Purchased from: __________________________ Below to be filled in by an Authorized AERIS Dealer: Date Service Performed Dealer / Technician 159
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