owner's guideData 100®OCEANIC®
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THE DATA100ISEASY TO USE
¨2INTRODUCTIONWelcome to Oceanic and thank you for choosing the Data100!Your new Data100 presents the information that you need before, during, andaft
Data1003It is extremely important that you:• Read this owner's guide in sequence and understand it completely before attempting to use the Da
¨4GLODATA100REGULATOR ATTACHMENTIf you have purchased the Data100 in a console version, you will need to have itattached to your regulator first stage
Data1005WARNING: The Data100 must be manually activated and be inthe Surface Mode or PDPS Mode prior to start of a dive. Theunit will not activate a
¨6The Tissue Loading Bar Graph® (Fig 5) represents nitrogen loading, showingyour relative no decompression or decompression status. As your depth and
Data1007feet (5-6 meters) is strongly recommended as a standard procedure beforecompleting your ascent. Many divers do this to provide a wider zone o
¨8AFTER THE DIVEAfter reaching 3 feet (1 meter) upon ascent, the Surface Mode display (Fig. 9)will replace the Dive Mode display. After 10 minutes in
Data1009KNOWING WHEN TO FLYDue to the present lack of a complete data set derived from actual humantesting, there are different recommendations cited
¨10ALTITUDE DIVINGThe mathematical model within the Data100 accounts for the reduced NoDecompression time available at higher elevations based on NOAA
Data10011FTMDATA100GLO213a3b3c3d4c4b4a78115121093f3e61. Tissue Loading Bar Graph (TLBG) -(Green - No Decompression zone)2. TLBG - (Yellow - Caution zo
¨12Operational DisplaysGLODATA100FTGLODATA100DATA100GLOGLODATA100FTGLODATA100FTGLODATA100FTGLODATA100FTGLODATA100Surface Mode PDPSDive Log ModeTime to
DETAILEDOPERATIONSGUIDE
¨14INFORMATIONAL DISPLAYSEach Data100 numeric or graphic display represents a unique piece of informa-tion. It is imperative that you understand the
DATA10015FTGLODATA100seconds when the screen toggles to the Alternate display once every 15 secondswhile in the Decompression Mode.Time DisplayThe Mai
¨16GRAPHIC DIVER INTERFACE™Two bar graphs referred to as the Graphic Diver Interface™ are located aroundthe perimeter of the Data100's LCD. They
DATA10017further divided into 6 Decompression 'ceiling' zones representing 10FT/ 3M,20FT/ 6M, 30FT/ 9M, 40FT/ 12M, 50FT/ 15M, and 60FT/ 18M
¨18OPERATIONAL MODESThe Data100’s different operating modes are easy to tell apart. Each is clearlyidentified with graphic mode icons (Fig. 17) which
DATA10019Diagnostic Mode is displayed immediately following activation. After pressingand releasing the control button, the Diagnostic Mode will disp
iiiDATA100RESPONSIBLE COMPUTER DIVING◆ Always Plan Each Dive◆ Always Limit Your Dive to the Level of YourTraining and Experience◆ Always Make Your Dee
¨20GLODATA100Surface ModeSurface Mode, identified by the Surface Mode icon to the left of the Surface Timedisplay, immediately follows Diagnostic Mode
DATA10021completed. The PDPS will not appear until after the first 10 minutes.Once 10 minutes have elapsed, the Surface Mode icon stops flashing. Ot
¨22afterward, the PDPS will automatically replace the Surface mode and sequen-tially show depths from 30 to 160 feet (9 to 48 m) in 10 foot (3 m) incr
DATA10023Information provided includes Current Depth, Elapsed Dive Time (and ElapsedDive Time icon), No Decompression Dive Time Remaining for that dep
¨24The no decompression algorithm is based upon Haldane’s theory usingmaximum allowable nitrogen levels developed by Merrill Spencer. Repeti-tive div
DATA10025Decompression Dive Mode, identified by the Decompression Dive icon located tothe left of the Main Time Display (Fig. 24a), activates when the
¨26You must stay at, or slightly below, the ceiling stop depth indicateduntil the TLBG recedes into the next shallower zone before ascendingany furthe
DATA10027Violation ModesThe Data100 enters one of three different Violation Modes when you exceed itsability to predict an ascent procedure. These mo
¨28complete all of your ascents with the TLBG inside the green zone. While youcannot provide a guarantee against the occurrence of decompressionsickn
DATA10029Dives are displayed in a sequence that starts with the dive most recently re-corded scrolling back to the oldest of the 12 stored for viewing
iv¨WARNINGS:• The Data100 is intended for use only by recreational divers who have successfully completed a nationally recognized course in scuba
¨30• Elapsed Dive Time (and Elapsed Dive Time icon)• VARI - maximum ascent rate at any time during that dive• TLBG - tissue loading at the time you
DATA10031After a surface interval of 12 hours, you may choose to fly, provided that yourdive profile(s) did not enter decompression. If your diving i
¨32BACKLIGHT FEATUREIn addition to using a high contrast LCD for easy readability in low light condi-tions, the Data100's Oceanglo™ backlight fea
HANDLING THEEXTREMES
¨34EMERGENCY DECOMPRESSIONThere are few legitimate excuses for making unplanned Decompression dives,and the consequences of this type of diving can be
DATA10035The Data100 is a sophisticated instrument designed with capabilities that gobeyond the range of recreational diving with compressed air. It
¨36GLODATA100WARNING: Existing data for making planned decompressiondives is extremely limited, and virtually nonexistent for repeti-tive decompressi
DATA10037close you are coming to the No Decompression limit, located at the 12 o'clockposition. Oceanic suggests always leaving the water with t
¨38FTGLODATA100The maximum depth that the Data100 will display all of its features, is 330 feet(99.5 meters). Upon exceeding 330 feet (99.5 meters),
DATA10039VIOLATION MODESWARNING: If you exceed certain limits, the Data100 will not beable to tell you how to get safely back to the surface. Theses
vDATA100LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTYOceanic guarantees, to the original purchaser only, that the Data100 will be free of defects in materials and/or craf
¨40Ascent Time display until you descend below the required decompression stopceiling. If you descend below the required decompression ceiling before
DATA10041FTDATA100GLOceiling toward the surface as the TLBG recedes toward the Caution zone.Upon reaching zero Total Ascent Time remaining, you should
¨42FTGLODATA100FTGLODATA1003. You descend deeper than 330 feet (99.5 meters).Oceanic reminds you that the Data100 is intended for no decompres-sion d
DATA10043Immediate Violation Mode occurs when a Decompression Stop depth muchgreater than 60 feet (18 meters) is required. This situation would bepre
¨44Permanent ViolationEntering the Immediate Violation Mode, then Gauge Mode, will result in loss ofall Data100 decompression monitoring and calculati
DATA10045SHARING THE DATA100WARNING: Never participate in sharing or swapping of a divecomputer. Doing so may result in injury or death.The Data100
¨46Even though the Data100 will operate in this wide range of temperatures, it ispossible to damage the electronics if left exposed to direct sunlight
CARE andMAINTENANCE
¨48CARE AND CLEANINGThe Data100 is a sensitive electronic instrument. Although it has been designedto endure the rigors of diving, it still must be h
DATA10049rack, tuck the console into a BC pocket, or between the waistband and thebladder of the BC. Keep it off the deck and protected from undue sh
vi¨COPYRIGHT NOTICEThis owner’s guide is copyrighted, all rights are reserved. It may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, t
¨50ANNUAL DEALER INSPECTIONS & FACTORY SERVICEAs with all Oceanic instrumentation, the Data100 should be inspected annuallyby an Authorized Oceani
DATA10051WARNING: Never pressure test the Data100 in an air environ-ment. Doing so may damage the depth sensor; possibly resultingin erroneous depth
¨52 daytime phone number, module serial number, and copy of original sales receipt.• Send prepaid and insured to the nearest Oceanic facility.•
DATA10053LOW BATTERY CONDITIONYou will be alerted to a Low Battery condition by a flashing Battery icon locatedabove the dive mode icon near the top l
¨54back far enough to scoop the module out with your index finger. Otherwise, itmay be necessary to insert a blunt screwdriver until the tip rests ju
DATA10055WARNING: DO NOT attempt to remove the outer case ring (Fig.50a). Doing so may cause a dangerous malfunction, resulting inpossible injury or
¨56 will impair correct contact.• Lightly lubricate the battery hatch o-ring with silicon grease and install it onto the battery hatch. DO NOT
DATA10057• Remove the batteries, discard and DO NOT reuse.• Check the battery hatch o-ring for damage (nicks, cuts, divots, etc.). If found, dis
¨58 rubber boot.• Correct the alignment of the module as needed so that it is straight.• Press the module completely into place with your thumbs,
REFERENCE
viiDATA100CONTENTSTHE DATA100 IS EASY TO USE...1Introduction ...
¨60MORE ABOUT FLYING AFTER DIVINGIn 1990 the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS) published a set of guidelines aimed at minimiz-ing the pos
DATA10061Both the UHMS and DAN agree that “There can never be a flying after diving rule that is guaranteed toprevent decompression sickness complete
¨62WARNING: Altitude compensation provided by the Data100 takes place when the unit isactivated. DO NOT dive at any different altitude until the Dat
DATA10063Fig. 52 - TissueCompartment ControlFig. 53 - Tissue CompartmentControl Hand OverFTFTFTFTFTFTFTDATA100DATA100DATA100DATA100DATA100DATA100DATA1
¨64NO DECOMPRESSION LIMITSNote how the No Decompression Limits for the Data100 are contrasted with the U.S. Navy limits (Fig. 54, page65). For most d
DATA10065100 ft.120 ft.140 ft.80 ft.60 ft.40 ft.20 ft.0 ft.160 ft.10MINUTES20 30 40 500180 ft.200 ft.No-Decompression130 ft. SportDiving LimitSafety s
¨66100 ft.120 ft.140 ft.80 ft.60 ft.40 ft.20 ft.0 ft.160 ft.10MINUTES20 30 40 500180 ft.200 ft.LEGEND:Decompression130 ft. SportDiving LimitNo-decom l
DATA10067DECOMPRESSION VIOLATION LIMITSAs described earlier in the Handling the Extremes section, the Data100 has two permanent violation modes,Delaye
¨68WARNING: Oceanic advocates responsible diving practices and does not recommend decom-pression diving, or diving below 130 feet (39 meters). The d
DATA10069RESPONSIBLE COMPUTER DIVINGSince the advent of dive computers, it is a common mistake to assume that the old traditional rules of diving nolo
viii¨CONTENTS (CONTINUED)Operational Modes ...18Activation &
¨70• Violation Modes (conditional, delayed, & immediate)• Gauge Mode• Dive Log Mode• Time to Fly ModeNumeric Displays: Range Resolution• Dive # 0
DATA10071Power:• Batteries Two 3 volt lithium cells, CR2032 or equivalent• Life expectancy 50 - 24 hour
¨72100 ft.120 ft.140 ft.80 ft.60 ft.40 ft.20 ft.0 ft.160 ft.10MINUTES20 30 40 500180 ft.200 ft.DiveLog InstructionsDIVELOG INSTRUCTIONS:Make photocop
DATA10073100 ft.120 ft.140 ft.80 ft.60 ft.40 ft.20 ft.0 ft.160 ft.10MINUTES20 30 40 500180 ft.200 ft.PROFILE:PDPSPLANACTUALTODAY CUMULATIVEDive No.
¨74GLOSSARYThe following are diving terms that you should become familiar with. Many definitions given below applyspecifically to the Data100.Algorit
DATA10075GLOSSARY (cont'd)Decompression Stop - The depth(s) at which a diver must pause during ascent to allow absorbed nitrogen toescape natural
¨76GLOSSARY (cont'd)NO DECO - Abbreviation for No DecompressionNO DECO Time Remaining - The amount of dive time remaining based on no decompressi
DATA10077NOTES
¨78INDEXAAccuracy 18, 50, 71Activation 4, 10, 18, 61, 71Algorithm vi, 23, 67, 70Altitude Diving 10, 61, 70, 71Annual Inspection v, 50As
DATA10079Lens Protector 48Log 28, 71Loss of Display 44Low Battery Condition 19, 31, 53, 71Low Light Situations 32MMaintenance 47Max
ixDATA100Delayed Violation Mode...40Immediate Violation Mod
¨80DATA100 SERVICE RECORDSerial No.Date of PurchasePurchased fromTo be filled in below by Authorized Dealer: Date Service Performed Dealer
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