Product Review: Suunto D9

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d9 150x150 Product Review: Suunto D9In the world of wristwatch dive computers, the Suunto D9 may very well be at the top. The Suunto D9 has all the bells and whistles in a neat wristwatch. With a new look, the Suunto D9 now combines all gauges into one stylish and effective package.

Standard Features:
All of the standard features you’d expect in a diving wristwatch are here. The Suunto D9 will log depth, dive time, suunto d9 150x150 Product Review: Suunto D9temperature, and no-decompression limits over multiple dives as well as working with air and nitrox. The Suunto D9 acts as a watch when you’re not underwater and can also be used in gauge and freediving modes, can be switched between Metric and Imperial, and can be adjusted for altitude diving.

Air Integration:
Using the optional Suunto Wireless Transmitter, which connects directly to the first-stage regulator, this computer can also act as a SPG. Multiple transmitters can be used to monitor the pressure of more than one tank which is quite handy for technical divers and for instructors who might want to monitors their student’s air consumption.

Multiple-Gas Mixes:
The Suunto D9 can handle up the three different gas mixes containing 21-100% oxygen and even allows you to switch gases during the dive. This feature makes the Suunto D9 particularly attractive to deep and technical divers.

Deep Stop Option:
With decompression calculations based on Suunto’s Deep Stop RGBM you have the option of making additional deep stops or traditional safety stops which adds extra safety. The Suunto D9 can also be used to depths of 660 feet (200 meters).

Digital Compass:
One thing that sets the Suunto D9 apart from most of its competitors is the digital compass. With a graphical compass rose, an exact bearing display, and the ability to store multiple headings the compass is easy to use and superior to a traditional compass. The ability to store headings in memory is particularly useful when carrying out mapping tasks.

Dive Logging:
The Suunto D9 comes with a USB interface and PC software to allow for dives to be easily logged. The dive logs are a real treat, showing a complete dive profile that you can click on to see all of the data at any point during the dive. You can also store a huge variety of extra information about the dive site, conditions, equipment, notes, and even photos from the dive.
Conclusion:

The Suunto D9 contains the complete package of dive gauges all in one small stylish wristwatch-sized computer. The Suunto D9 really is the king of wristwatch dive computers!

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