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- Page 1 Equipment for Serious Divers ® CO8000 NiTek Q Computer User Manual www.DiveRite.com CO8000 NiTek Q Computer User Manual_Nov 14 2011...
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Page 2: Warnings
IMPORTANT WARNINGS Read this manual carefully before diving with the NiTek Q. It is imperative that you fully understand the functions and displays of the computer and that you are proficient in their use prior to diving. The NiTek Q is an electronic device and electronic devices can fail. NEVER dive this computer without a back up device or dive tables. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents WARNINGS................................Product Description............................Support................................Specifications..............................Battery..................................How to Check The Charge Status......................Charging Your Battery..........................Using The NiTek Q..............................Button Operation and Navigation......................Sleep Mode................................ Surface Mode..............................Date and Time..............................Menus..................................Dive Option SET Mode........................... SET Screen One............................. Maximum Operating Depth (MOD).................... -
Page 4: Product Description
Workbench logbook program that allows you to upload your dives to any PC or MAC. You only pay for the features you will use and can upgrade to additional features at any time. Contact us at Dive Rite at Qunlocks@diverite. -
Page 5: Specifications
TECH SPECS Specifications: Includes: Algorithm: Buhlmann ZH-L16 Self-donning ladder- Three pre-set gradient factors: 30/75 (default), 40/100 or 75/95 lock wrist strap Optional custom gradient factor upgrade USB Cable Sample tissues: 16 120V US AC charger Tissue half-lives: from 5 - 640 minutes Size and weight Length: 3.5”... -
Page 6: Battery
The battery will last for several years of normal use before gradually diminishing in capacity, and can be replaced by Dive Rite or an authorized Dive Rite Dealer. How To Check Battery Status Press either the A or B button to bring the computer out of sleep mode. -
Page 7: Surface Mode
USING THE NiTek Q SURFACE Mode The SURFACE mode is the NiTek Q’s default screen. At Battery Charge Indicator the surface, the computer automatically returns to this mode from any other screen after 20 seconds, (slightly longer than 20 seconds when in profile and compass Date Time modes). -
Page 8: Menus
MENUS Menus Dive Option SET and Display Mode The dive option SET and display mode is where all “dive” settings are programmed including your P0 alarm for each gas, , the maximum safe operating depth (MOD), an optional maximum depth alarm, a maximum dive time alarm, conser- vatism/gradient factor options, a sampling rate for the log book, the FRESH or SEA water option, and screen brightness control. -
Page 9: Set Screen Two
MENUS SET Screen Two - The NiTek Q has maximum depth and time alarms that can be set on SET Screen Two. These alarms will be activated when the diver reaches selected presets. When the maximum depth is reached, the current depth indicator will flash until you ascend to a depth that is shallower than the maximum depth you have set. -
Page 10: Setting For Metric Or Imperial Operation
Press the A button to lock in your choice and advance to the Imperial/Metric option. To exit, press and hold the A button for 2-3 seconds to return to the Surface mode. Web Resource - Learn about setting custom gradient factors in Dive RIte’s library at: http://www.diverite.com/education/library/articles/ Setting the Computer for Metric or Imperial Operation The NiTek Q can calculate and give you values in Imperial units or Metric units. -
Page 11: Set Screen Four
MENUS These calculations are based on: • One atmosphere of saltwater = 33 feet (10 meters) • One atmosphere of freshwater = 34 feet (10.3 meters) To set for FRESH or SEA Water Use: Press the A button until “SET” is displayed. Press the B button to enter the dive set up option screen (SET Screen One). -
Page 12: Log Mode
MENUS Using the PLAN Mode Repeatedly press the A button until “PLAN” is displayed. Press the B button to enter the PLAN mode screen. Press the B button to advance the depth. The no-decompression time limits change automatically based on the depth. When finished, press and hold the A button return to the SURFACE mode. -
Page 13: Pc Mode
Before connecting the USB interface cable to your computer, be sure to download the NiTek Q Workbench TM software first. For more information about how to purchase Workbench Logbook software, contact Dive Rite at Qunlocks@diverite.com. To Enter PC Transfer Mode Using a coin, remove the USB cap from the back of the NiTek Q and attach the USB interface cable to the connector. -
Page 14: Primary Underwater Screen
DIVE MODE tion about your dive and prompts you with safety stop information and warnings, if needed. When diving, there are two screens you can toggle between, and you can switch to different gas mixes, when needed. Primary Underwater Screen The primary underwater screen in DIVE mode displays your depth, remaining no-decompression time, dive time, max depth, mix P0 percentage, mix number, and OLI (oxygen limit... -
Page 15: Second Underwater Screen
DIVE MODE The NiTek Q does not monitor breathing gas supply. You must moni- tor this yourself, on every dive, using a submersible pressure gauge or equivalent device. Decompression If you exceed the no-decompression limits during a dive, the computer enters the decompression mode. -
Page 16: Surface Mode Upon Surfacing From A Dive
DIVE MODE To Change Gases Underwater Press the A button. The mix number will flash. Press the B button to select a mix number. The 0 percentage will change to the programmed mix and the P0 indicator will change to reflect the P0 set for the selected mix. -
Page 17: Altitude Operation
DIVE MODE Altitude Operation The NiTek Q adjusts automatically for diving at altitude. The Q monitors altitude information in all modes, except PC transfer mode. Upon arriving at altitude, the NiTek Q’s PGT bar graph may show that there is excess nitrogen present, even though you may not have made any dives in the preceding 24 hours. -
Page 18: Decompression-Stop Violation Warning
CARE & MAINTENANCE Decompression Stop Violation Warning A decompression stop violation warning is triggered when you as- cend to a shallower depth than the indicated stop depth or if you do not spend sufficient time at the required depth before ascend- ing. -
Page 19: Warranty Information
Warranty Information Dive Rite will – at its sole discretion – repair or replace NiTek Q components proved to be damaged by faulty manufacture or material, at no cost, for a period of up to one year from the date of purchase. -
Page 20: Appendix A - Trimix Upgrade
Appendix A - TRIMIX UPGRADE Normoxic or Hypoxic Trimix Upgrade Instructions If you have upgraded to normoxic or hypoxic Trimix, you will be programming your computer for a percentage of helium as well as oxygen. The SURFACE mode, DIVE mode, PLAN mode, and LOG mode screens reflect the additional gas option in your mix choices. - Page 21 Appendix A - TRIMIX UPGRADE Press the B button to select your %0 for this mix. Press the A button to lock in your %0 and the computer will automatically advance to your %HE. Press the B button to select your %HE for this mix. Press the A button to lock in your %HE and the computer will automatically advance SET screen two.
- Page 22 Appendix A - TRIMIX UPGRADE DIVE Mode The DIVE computer mode is automatically entered when the computer enters the water. It begins performing its dive calculations once you descend below 5 feet (1.5m). While in DIVE mode, the computer calculates and displays informa- tion about your dive and prompts you with safety stop information and warnings, if needed.
- Page 23 Appendix A - TRIMIX UPGRADE LOG Mode The NiTek Q stores information, such as depth, time, and gases, for every dive in a log. This stored information can be viewed on screen in the LOG mode. The logbook holds a minimum of 15 hours, depending on settings. Each dive is as- signed a log number and the date the dive is made, making it easy for you to toggle between the dive log pages.
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Page 24: Appendix B - Ccr Upgrade
Appendix B - CCR UPGRADE CCR Upgrade Instructions If you have upgraded to CCR for your NiTek Q, your computer can now be used with closed circuit rebreathers using a constant–P0 setpoint ranging from 0.4 to 1.6. The CCR upgrade allows you to program the NiTek Q with the set point you have programmed into your rebreather. - Page 25 Appendix B - CCR UPGRADE Your maximum operating depth (MOD) is also displayed on SET Screen One. The MOD is the safe operating depth (maximum) for the mix selected and will automatically update to reflect the chosen P0 limit (either 1.4 or 1.6) To Set P0 Setpoints NOTE: If you only plan on using one P0...
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Page 26: Appendix C - Custom Gradient Factor Upgrade
Appendix C - CUSTOM GF UPGRADE Custom Gradient Factor (GF) Upgrade Instructions Your custom gradient factor upgrade allows you to set your own gradient factors. The NiTek Q automatically defaults to the most conservative gradient factor setting. Creating and using custom gradient factors should only be undertaken by those who understand the consequences of these settings. -
Page 27: Appendix D - Compass Upgrade
Press and hold the B button while holding the computer in a horizontal position. Holding the unit flat, smoothly rotate the computer twice in a 20-second period. Following this exercise, a “Calibration Complete” message will be displayed. Web Resource - Go to Dive Rite TV for a step-by-step video showing compass calibration: http://www.diverite.com/tv/gear/ CO8000 NiTek Q www.DiveRite.com... - Page 28 800-495-1046 www.DiveRite.com Copyright © 2011 Lamartek, Inc. dba Dive Rite This manual is copyrighted by Lamartek, Inc. dba Dive Rite. You may not reproduce, translate, transcribe, or transmit any part of this manual without express, written permission from Lamartek, Inc. dba Dive Rite.
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