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12. Using The Compass
The Digital Compass Mode uses a built-in direction sensor to
take direction readings and display the results. The dive computer
also displays literal indications of direction that its 12 o’clock
position is currently pointed.
• For information about what you can do to improve digital
compass reading accuracy, see "Calibrating the Bearing Sensor"
and "Digital Compass Precautions".
To Take A Direction Reading
A
M
L
P
t
Direction
indicator
Angle value
(in degrees)
12 o’clock position
(Pointing direction)
Current time
1. Make sure the dive computer is in the Time mode, Surface
Mode and Dive Mode.
2. Place the dive computer on a flat surface. If you are wearing
the dive computer, make sure that your wrist is horizontal (in
relation to the horizon).
3. Point the 12 o’ clock position of the dive computer in the
direction whose reading you want to take.
4. To enter the Digital Compass Mode. Use
M
to select the Digital
Compass Mode (COMP) as shown on page 19.
• COMP will appear in the upper right display to indicate that a
digital compass operation is in progress.
• About 1 seconds after you press
P
, direction will also be
indicated by literal direction indicators and by a direction angle.
