Introduction - Suunto ZOOP User Manual

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the SUUNTO ZOOP dive computer. The
ZOOP builds on the Suunto tradition of delivering feature-rich easy-use dive
computers. Push button controls access a wide selection of choices and the
display is optimized for the dive mode chosen. This dive computer is a compact
and sophisticated multipurpose dive instrument, designed to give you years of
trouble-free service.
Choice of Operating Modes and Set-up Options
User options for the ZOOP are selected using the push buttons.
Pre Dive configuration and setup options include:
• Choice of operating mode - Air / Nitrox
• Choice of unit - Metric / Imperial
• Maximum depth alarm
• Dive time alarm
• Clock, calendar
• Mix Oxygen fraction % (Nitrox mode only)
• Maximum PO
• Altitude adjustment
• Personal adjustment
Continuous Decompression with Suunto RGBM
The Suunto Reduced Gradient Bubble Model (RGBM) utilized in the ZOOP
predicts both dissolved and free gas in blood and tissues of divers. It is a signifi-
cant advance on the classic Haldane models, which do not predict free gas. The
advantage of Suunto RGBM is additional safety through its ability to adapt to a
variety of situations and dive profiles.
In order to optimize how to respond to different added risk situations an additional
category of stop, referred to as a Mandatory Safety Stop, has been introduced. Also
a countdown for the Recommended Safety Stop is included. The combination of
stop types will depend on the specific dive situation.
To get the most from the safety benefits be sure to read the summary of the Reduced
Gradient Bubble Model in chapter 6.2.
(Nitrox mode only)
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