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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the UTC
–
Underwater Digital Interface 14 (UDI-14
™
) System.
UDI-
14™ is a device that contains several functions used for diver safety, communication and
computation.
To active your warranty and allow us to update your UDI-
14™ software from time to time, please visit our
and fill the online registration card.
The system consists of the UDI-
14™ diving unit, an optional UDI
-
14™ boat
station (version II), and the
DiveSim
™
software. Each item can be purchase separately.
The UDI-
14™ con
tains the following functions:
•
Text messages communication device
•
SOS signal transmission and reception
•
Navigation unit and homing device
•
Dive computer (on the dive unit only)
•
Compass
The DiveSim
™
PC software can be used in conjunction with the UDI-
14™ to plan dives, review dive data,
and simulate dives. The software can also be used to update text message and names (users) lists. The
DiveSim
™
is used also to manage dive log files.
The UDI-
14™
text messaging system links divers through transmission of pre-set messages with ease and
reliability at ranges of up to 500 meters, depending on environmental conditions.
Upon receiving a message signal, the UDI-
14™ unit sounds an audible alert and lig
hts up to show the
message.
The SOS signal can be activated by a diver in distress, or remotely by any diver who suspects that his
buddy is in distress. Upon activation of an SOS signal, the UDI-
14™ transmits information required to
locate the SOS sender.
Each UDI-
14™ includes a homing device to help the diver locate other divers or the
boat unit.
The UDI-
14™ can be worn on the lower arm or attached to the Buoyancy Compensator (BC).
The UDI-
14™ permits a diver to communicate with any other diver
in the network without distractions or
potential discomforts.