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Participants will enjoy breathtaking Alpine views at the Kaisermarathon, a mountain running event that will be held on October 1011 in Sll.

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True outdoor shop
April brought a fresh mountain breeze into Toronto as the first Salomon concept store in North America opened its doors at Shops at Don Mills, a park-like mall that favors pedestrians. Don Mills couples the sunlight and fresh outdoor air with new kinds of shopping opportunities. I cant think of a better place to showcase our functional apparel and footwear for outdoor use, says store manager Scott Malone. Toronto and its important business area were on Salomons list of possible store locations from the very beginning. Toronto has great national influence. What we also needed here was better visibility for our apparel, which we have found to be crucial for future growth, says Laurence Applebaum, director in charge of Salomon at Amer Sports Canada. Everything fell into place when Salomon heard about the new outdoor-spirited mall constructed on the Don Mills Road. Experiences from previous Salomon shops were
used when designing the Don Mills outfit. The architecture and interiors of the high and light facilities, which cover over 200 square meters and were planned by Origin Design, communicate a strong and unique quality. Salomon is a company focused on mountain sports and created by people inspired by the peaks. I believe you can really sense this just looking at the products and the shop itself, says Applebaum. The new concept shop has gotten off to a very good start. Sales have been extremely good. Its difficult to talk about trends yet, but it seems that the new EXO Sensi Fit apparel and the S-Lab trail-running shoes are selling very well. The new, vivid colors of our running apparel also attract customers, adds Malone. Applebaum expects the new shop to generate growth in other distribution channels as well. Our experience so far is encouraging: we have received positive feedback on both the shops layout and our lines. In fact, we plan to open more shops-in-shop in Canada.

Thomas Johanson and the Elementum Ventus in Stockholm.

Suunto

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839 KILOMETERS IN 24 HOURS WITH MAVIC SHOES Jean-Pascal Roux from France set a new 24-hour distance world record, covering 839 kilometers in mid-July. He beat the earlier record of Slovenian Jure Robic by four kilometers. In his record-breaking ride, Roux used the Mavic Huez shoe, which weighs a mere 195 grams. MIKE AND BOB BRYAN SIGN ON WITH LUXILON Mike and Bob Bryan, the worlds #1 mens tennis doubles team, became exclusive users of Luxilon strings. From now on, the 31-year-old American twins will use Luxilon Big Banger ALU Power Rough 125 strings. During their career, the Bryan brothers have won over 50 tournaments, including this years Australian Open. BLARDONE BACK WITH SALOMON Massimiliano Max Blardone, an Italian giant slalom specialist, has joined the Salomon team, signaling a return to the brand with which he got his early successes. Blardone has won four World Cup giant slalom races. MARLIES SCHILD IS BACK Austrian ski star Marlies Schild returned to the slopes in July. She had been off the snow for nine months after breaking her leg badly last season. Schild tested her skis on the Rettenbach glacier in Slden, Austria, on the same slopes where she injured her leg before the opening of last years World Cup. An Atomic skier, Schild has won 20 World Cup races and was the overall World Cup slalom champion in 2007 and 2008.

Roger Federer

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Federer makes tennis history
Roger Federers long career culminated in July, when the Swiss tennis ace became the first player to win 15 Grand Slam titles. Federer won his sixth Wimbledon Championship against Andy Roddick. The win also put him back in the #1 spot in ATP ranking. Only a few weeks ago at the French Open, Federer had tied with Pete Sampras for the previous record of 14 Grand Slam titles. The Wimbledon victory made him the all-time #1. As further proof of his skills and super iority, Federer won the 14 Grand Slams in only seven years, compared to the twelve years that Sampras needed for his 14 victories. The Swiss tennis player can also lay claim to the longest stretch as #1 in ATP ranking, which he held for 237 straight weeks from February 2004 to August
2008. The next longest stretch for either men or women is held by Steffi Graf, who topped the list for 186 consecutive weeks. Describing his Wimbledon triumph, the tennis champion said, The farther I went in Wimbledon, the better I felt. I enjoyed playing Andy. Im very proud of my achievements, and it feels incredible to be back on the top. Federers win in July, in a recordbreaking 20 th Grand Slam final, was his sixth in Wimbledon and his third against Roddick, whom he also beat at Wimbledon in 2004 and 2005. Wilson has worked with Federer throughout his career. While partners obviously appreciate all of Federers titles and trophies, they also put great value on his passionate game and unwavering dedication to the development of the sport.

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FRESH FEET. These shoes are something different! Salomons new Reelax line is designed to help your feet recover from the strains of long runs and to keep them in shape between runs. The new shoes are characterized by their lightness, breathable upper, particularly elastic sole, and good lateral support. The line includes RX Moc (in the photo) and two other models.
MULTIPURPOSE JACKET. The new Arcteryx Atom midlayer jacket can be used for a variety of purposes. The synthetic Coreloft insulation is breathable and warming, while the Polartec Power Stretch strips give freedom of movement. The nylon coating makes the jacket more resistant to wear and tear and viable for use as a top layer.
POWER AND CONTROL. The Wilson [K] RX 165 racquet features Power Strings technology and Iso Zorb dampener to ensure unstoppable power without sacrificing control. A light, comfortable racquet for skilled racquetball players.
ALL-WEATHER PACK. The new Arcteryx Arrakis packs keep moisture at bay. The full-length zippers on the side are waterproof. The pack is closed with a dual-stage RollTop system. The harnesses and packing features of the Arrakis 40 are designed especially for skiers.
PREMIUM WATCH. Suunto enters the market for premium watches with its new Elementum line. The collection includes three models: Elementum Ventus for sailors, Elementum Terra for mountain climbers, and Elementum Aqua for divers. All three feature an elegant steel case and versatile functions for different purposes. The Ventus (in the photo) informs sailors of changes in air pressure and works as a compass, among other things.
DERRICK ROSE SIGNATURE BALL. Derrick Rose, the NBA Rookie of the Year 2009, got a signature line of products from Wilson. The D. Rose Signature Series Wave balls were inspired by Roses versatile skills and unique style.
PRECISION WORK. The grooves of the Wilson Staff Tw9 wedges have been cut precisely as sharp, deep, and wide as the USGA regulations allow. The grooves create a shotstopping spin that lands the ball exactly where you want it on the green. The wedge is used, among others, by threetime major-winner Padraig Harrington. It comes in two finishes: Classic Satin or Anti-Glare Gunmetal.

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Doubledeck skis for all

SOLUTION

This seasons race skis will incorporate the Vario Flex construction. Pictured here is the Race SL special slalom ski.
The main advantages of the D2 Vario Flex skis are their stability, good edge grip, and ability to save the skiers energy. The D2 Vario Cut models also help to save energy. Moreover, their variable sidecut is ideal for developing the skiers skills.

Important fine-tuning

Compared to traditional skis, the D2 technology is highly developed, but also more complex. The soft lower deck glides smoothly over the snow, maintains contact with the snow, and ensures good edge grip.
The upper layer stabilizes the lower layer. Its tasks include correctly distributing the power generated by the skier, reading the impulses, and transmitting them to the lower layer. The first season resulted in acquiring valuable experience of the skis, which has been of great use now that the skis are offered to an ever wider user group. The fine-tuning of Doubledecks demands much more time than the design of traditional skis. The skis have two separate elements linked with an elastic connector. The number of variables is much higher than that of traditional skis. The main objective is to find a flex distribution for both structural layers that gives the best result for the ski as a whole, explains Buchsteiner.
The upper layer of the Vario Flex ski, known as the Control Deck, moves over the lower layer when the ski flexes. Soft and smooth at lower speeds, progressive and powerful in high speed turns.

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Making the consumers voice heard
Thanks to its new management model, Amer Sports can react to consumer impulses faster than before. In addition, more decision-making power has been transferred to business areas close to consumers. Markku Rimpilinen t Kreetta Jrvenp
mer Sports announced its new management model in June. The most prominent part of the reform is the establishment of a group-wide management team consisting of, among others, the Presidents of all business areas. The team decides on matters common to all business areas and brands.
This enables us to incorporate all of the brand information into the decision-making process. We will have a big group discussing matters from different perspectives, making decisions, and jointly implementing them, explains Roger Talermo, President and CEO. Talermo believes that the new management model will quickly enhance Amer Sports operations. By sharing our common problems and goals, we can improve decision-making, the quality of decisions, the implementation of decisions, and transparency. The most important point, however, is that each business area will participate in decision-making. Taking part also means taking responsibility.

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ts February 2008 and its a cold, dark morning in Finland. But that isnt stopping the crew at Suunto from putting the final touches to their long-held dream of creating a dive computer that pushes the limits of conventional recreational diving. Though not for the faint-hearted, many recreational divers are getting the training required to venture to the new depths that technical diving offers. Suunto believes that the technical diving community has now reached the critical mass needed to create a full mixed-gas capable dive computer that is commercially viable. Technical diving is diving that goes beyond the limits of recreational diving. Typically this means dives in which a direct ascent to the surface is not possible, either due to overhead obstructions as in cave or wreck diving or because the depths involved would make such an ascent dangerous or life threatening. With HelO 2 , we wanted to create a real difference a device that allows divers to really expand their diving experience. With its helium tissues, HelO 2 allows divers to visit those wrecks and reefs that they thought would always be out of their depth, says HelO 2 product manager Toni Leskel. The device strengthens Suuntos reputation as the technical trailblazer in the dive computer world.
Building on a solid platform
As the project began to get going, the team already had both an algorithm prototype and a mechanical prototype. Dr. Bruce Wienke, a legendary figure in the world of diving, has been developing his RGBM algorithm continuously over the past 15 years and Suunto had a prototype of the algorithm that was tested up to 120 meters. The mechanical prototype is based on the existing and highly successful Suunto Vyper2 platform. The next step in the process, implementation, involved a trip out to New Mexico to visit Wienke at the Los Alamos National Laboratory, where he works as a program director. This stage involved lots of coding and the first round of validation and verification, Leskel explains. We compared results from our lab tests with existing data from Bruce, who then performed a risk analysis on the figures.

Testing time

Its May 2008. The decision to build on the existing tried and tested platform and algorithm, rather than create entirely new ones, had paid off the first feature-complete prototypes are available for full underwater testing. It was important to get to this stage as soon as possible because the team knew that the testing phase was going be the

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most demanding and time consuming part of the project. The team did a lot work to ensure that Suunto HelO 2 would minimize diver task load and be as quick and easy to operate as possible. Technical divers typically have to ascend extremely slowly 10 minutes of bottom time can often lead to a three-hour ascent all the time checking their dive-plan slate against readings from their gas, time, and depth gauges. Suunto wants to make the whole experience simpler and more efficient, explains Leskel. Altogether the team carried out over 700 test dives. The majority took place in Finland, either at the flooded Ojamo mine in Lohja, or in the freezing dark waters under the winter sea ice. By way of compensation, some test dives were also performed in the more temperate waters of southern Spain. 95 per cent of the dives were carried out
by a core team of Suunto employees, five of whom dived to 100 meters and beyond. The ongoing process of test, review, fix lasted a year until, during the final weeks of diving, there were no more bugs to fix, no more changes to the algorithm no more improvements to make. Wienke gave his final approval on the algorithm, which, after all the modifications the team had made to it, had become the Suunto Technical RGBM algorithm. Wienkes OK was swiftly followed by approval from those responsible for mechanics, hardware, embedded software, and PC software.

Into production

Its May 2009 and, like the teams level of excitement, the sun is getting higher each day Suunto HelO 2 was going into production. An uncompromising level of quality and

Suunto HelO2 at a glance

safety is Suuntos hallmark and, as well as checking them for water tightness, the highly skilled production team at the Finnish production plant tests each and every device in a pressure chamber to 120 meters. Before they go into the box they all get wet, Leskel laughs. Just a few days after going into production, the first devices hit the stores. Suunto HelO 2 received an enthusiastic reception from the technical diving community, in forums, seminars and magazines. Its the rewarding culmination of a remarkable 16 months that demonstrate what Suunto is all about passionate individuals applying their technical expertise to realizing revolutionary products that are made to the most exacting standards.

Suunto Technical RGBM algorithm added flexibility and reduced task load when decompressing. Suunto multi-gas dive planner easy-to-use graphical planner for planning dive profiles, gases, and back-up plans. Suunto Dive Manager updated to support the analysis of up to eight gases. Mixed-gas dive mode 8 gas mixes, with oxygen from 8% to 100% and helium up to 92%. Gauge dive mode can be used as bottom timer and depth meter. Resettable stopwatch. Profile memory logbook stores data from up to 999 dives at 1, 10, 20, 30 or 60 second intervals. Profiles can be seen on the computers matrix display. History mode lifetime dive data of the computer, including total dive time, max depth, and total dive count. Maximum depth 120 m/390 ft. Wireless tank pressure transfer optional. Easy-to-read screen matrix display with backlight.

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THE KING OF THE HILLS IS BACK
Rivals had better look out when Janne Ahonen returns to the ski jump tower after a years absence from the circuit.
F Timo Repo t Miika Kainu
anne Ahonen (32) is indisputably one of the worlds best ski jumpers ever. From 1993 to 2008 Ahonen made the World Cup podium 126 times, achieved 36 victories, won the Four Hills tournament five times, and secured two overall World Cup victories. An individual Olympic medal is the only achievement missing from his rsum. In spring 2008, Ahonen announced he was ending his career. I felt sad making the announcement, says Ahonen. Adapting to normal life was easy, there was no shortage of work, and drag racing was a good source of adrenalin. Nevertheless, the ex-jumpers mind was not fully at rest. Early this spring I suddenly got the urge to return to ski jumping. At first I thought it was just a normal part of ending your career, but in the end the feeling grew so strong that I had to make
Janne Ahonen created his own unsmiling reputation. It still follows him, although family and friends know quite another side to Ahonen.

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a decision. The circuit had too strong a pull on me, explains Ahonen at his home in Lahti in Central Finland. Ahonen first discussed the comeback option with his family and his manager Jukka Hrknen. They were clear on the issue. If I wanted to give it another go, I had to do so now. Ahonen could not make his decision public at once. It was terrible having to hold back on the information and not being able to tell anyone about my decision. The announcement came as a big relief.

Singer or star jumper?

The Finnish and international media knew Ahonen as a jumper who never smiled, not even when he was victorious. The jumpers serious face became a myth no one really wanted to break. In fact, Ahonen laid the groundwork for his reputation as an unsmiling man at a press conference early on in his career. I didnt come here to smile, was his blunt retort. After that, reporters began to ask relevant questions and Ahonen really meant what he said. Family and friends know another side to Ahonen. In his free time, the sports hero is known as a terrific storyteller, and with an easy smile at that. The media latches onto athletes right after their performance, when theyre still living the action and feel empty-headed. If interviews were done a bit later, they might give a very different picture of athletes. Its hard to come up with all-encompassing answers right after your performance. Let us go back 25 years in time. Jannes mother, Maarit, remembers vividly how Janne performed for relatives. Back then she often wondered whether her son was to become an athlete or an entertainer. Janne liked to do puppet theater and sing the songs of Mikko Alatalo, a popular Finnish singer, accompanying himself with the guitar. He actually knew almost all of Alatalos songs by heart. Many of our relatives were sure Janne would become a singer, but then ski jumping swept him along, says Maarit Ahonen.

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REINVENTING STRENGTH
How designing the user experience can reinvigorate a mature industry.
F Barry Markwick t Precor
his years annual North American fitness industry tradeshow in San Francisco brought with it the exciting launch of a premium new strength line from Precor: Experience Strength C-Line the first strength line to be developed entirely in-house by Precor. Experience Strength C-Line is a complete product line comprised of 20 single station strength exercises optimized for the speed and efficiency of the casual user, at a price consistent with the current Precor Icarian strength line. Users of the full circuit are able to move seamlessly
between upper body, lower body and core body exercise with little if any unique learning or memorization of machine specific set up and usage. It is also the first strength product to fully address the critical needs of the user and their experience while operating the product.

Design and experience

This innovative product family is intended for use in fitness clubs addressing an emerging market category of informal users that desire safe, effective and intuitive strength
The author, Barry Markwick, was in charge of the new product lines design.

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Harmonious colors and shapes are repeated in the details.
training equipment as a part of their fitness routine. As gym user demographics have changed significantly over the past 10 years, the rise of the casual user has eclipsed a market segment historically reserved for pumping iron. Experience Strength C-Line is the first ever line of strength equipment to address this significant shift in the attitudes and values of this target market. These are the same users who have also come to expect high quality product interactions as part of a common experience. Todays shopping malls provide high quality environments, service and products. Budget cars, cell phones and even white goods such as washers and dryers all provide a high level of design and experience. Once purely functional and commodity products such as fork lift trucks and plastic soap dispensers now enjoy a high degree of attention to detail. Health Clubs, Gyms and Fitness Centers are also beginning to offer enhanced experiences, providing spa like surroundings with a high level of attention given to materials and finishes. Research indicates that the shifting demographic of casual health club users value a safe, comfortable and discrete exercise experience. With C-Line, Precor introduces an innovative cockpit-like User Zone, on every machine. The fully shrouded weight stack allows only the person operating the machine visibility of the weight selection during the exercise a key concern to the casual user. Within the cockpit users easily and intuitively make weight selections, seat adjustments and pivot locations without having to move from the exercise position. Consideration has also been given to the facilities that will own C-Line. Separate weight stack and exercise station assemblies allow for easy installation access to building types with restricted access, smaller elevators or stairwell entrances, all more common in the emerging microgym market. Easy access to internal components allows onsite maintenance staff the ability to perform routine internal servicing without service call-out and significant

The key functional part of the Experience Strength C-Line are the Weight Stack Shrouds. Houses the weight stack but it is also an important design element, giving the equipment its characteristic look. The color scheme and design reflect the Precor brand.
The graphical instructions are illustrated with 3-D drawings of the target muscle group.
The machine pads form harmonious shapes that are pleasing to the eye. Every machine in the line features the same padding components.
Each machine can be adjusted to the users individual needs, and all adjustments can be made while seated.

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The Legal Affairs department led by Kristiina Kemetter, works proactively and close to the business organization.
mer Sports handles its legal affairs in a partly distributed, partly centralized manner, similar to the Groups other operations. I believe legal affairs must be organized in the same way as other business activities. This enables our experts to work as close to the business as possible and to truly support the business organization. We are the enablers who serve business, says Kristiina Kemetter, Vice President, Legal Affairs. At group-level, the main responsibility for Amer Sports legal affairs is born by the legal affairs unit in Helsinki, Finland. The Annecy and Chicago units work as business partners of local brand companies and also help other Amer Sports brand companies with matters calling for knowledge about local legislation. Hong Kong, in turn, handles tasks that support Chinese and Asian sales, as well as all legal affairs dealing with procurement. The business of a global sports equipment manufacturer must be fast and accurate. The same applies to legal affairs.

PATENT PROTECTORS

Amer Sports lawyers and patent experts help the product developers of the companys brands to identify product features that can be protected with different types of patents. They also make sure that the companys intellectual property rights are not violated.
F Markku Rimpilinen t Miika Kainu
We most definitely do not sit in our rooms waiting for someone to come with a question about legal matters, says Kemetter, chuckling. Most of our activities are proactive. We want to work close to the rest of the organization so that we can bring out project-related issues from our point of view issues that may go unnoticed when looking at things from a business perspective. We must have sufficient insight into business to really contribute to its development.

Uniform IPR strategy

A good example of proactive management of legal affairs is the group-wide IPR strategy drawn up last year, along with the related guidelines and operating models. IPR (Intellectual Property Rights) encompass industrial rights, such as patents, trademarks, design patents, and domain names. Brand companies used to have their own, independent IPR strategies. We used them to create an umbrella strategy, which all brands now follow in their operations, explains Kemetter. Some of the IPR matters are now managed centrally. Trademarks and domain names are very similar from the legal point of view. Patents, on the other hand, call for different types of knowledge, depending on the field the products belong to. For example, Suunto products are protected in a different way than, say, Wilson tennis rackets. This doesnt mean they are more difficult to protect, but you must be familiar with the technology and IPR environment of the sector.
are our most important assets, and patents are extremely valuable to all of them. The Group has patenting and IPR competence centers in Chicago, the U.S., and in Annecy, France. The experts working in these centers are, in many ways, pioneers in what concerns design patents for sports equipment. Salomon, for example, protects the features and look of its footwear extensively. Thanks to this, it can now combine appearance and features to create footwear that really stands out from the rest. If any other manufacturer adds the same stripes or lacing to their shoes, we can take up the matter as an infringement of industrial rights. IPR protection has improved the market position of Salomon footwear. All brand companies follow a similar operating model. For example, the new Atomic Doubledeck skis have several patent-protected solutions that other manufacturers cannot copy. This was actively emphasized when the skis were launched.
turer to ensure that their products do not infringe our utility or design patents. To what extent are Amer Sports products copied? Not so much that it would be of considerable disadvantage to business, but we do keep tabs on the situation and are ready to take action in cases that clearly interfere with our business.

Increased regulation

Matters related to product safety also keep the companys lawyers busy. We ensure that product safety norms are taken into consideration in design and production. We are also there to help if a product has to be recalled. Various authority regulations, which continue to increase in number, also create new duties. The U.S. and Europe have strict standards on the chemicals and ingredients allowed in products. We follow any changes in these standards very closely and are well acquainted with legislation in our main markets. In the West, authority supervision and regulation are an established part of business. Developing countries, however, have only recently started to draft legislative rules. It remains to be seen how legislation in countries like China or Russia will develop. Many new acts are being enacted, but it is unclear how they will be applied. Amer Sports lawyers also help with risk management. It is essential to understand the company and the sector. Only then can you evaluate which of the risks can be taken. Business law is a skill that you learn through work. The world is full of legal issues. It is important to identify the areas that are truly significant in terms of business.

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Good protection prevents copying
Patent experts help product developers in the product development process. Experts help developers identify features suitable for protection. There is another side to the coin, too. Our IPR experts also ensure that we dont infringe properties protected by others or develop something already protected elsewhere. The IPR experts see to it that Amer Sports rights are not violated. Among other things, our patent team visits trade fairs to check up on our competitors products. If we find products that we believe violate our rights, we take action. It is usually enough to send a letter explaining what our protected product is like and asking the manufac-

Importance of patents

Utility and design patents are very valuable because they can make products more competitive and increase the brand value. Our products include a great deal of patented technology and design patents. We find that patented innovations give real added value to our products. Brands
Around half of the ice hockey matches will be played at the Canada Hockey Place, also the home arena of the NHLs Vancouver Canucks. 32 ||
The Whistler Sliding Centre, the venue for the bobsleigh, skeleton, and luge competitions, was constructed on Blackcomb Mountain. After the Olympics, the center will be opened for public use.
Canada has its hopes set high as the Vancouver Olympic Games draw near. Success is also expected outside the sports arenas.

F Jusu Toivonen t VANOC

he Olympics are one of the few events that join the entire world. The sports festival lasts for more than two weeks and reaches people all around the globe. The ensuing media visibility is an enormous commercial opportunity for the host country and many companies. Canada is familiar with the potential impact of the Games. The 1988 Olympics rapidly tripled tourism income in the host city of Calgary and the province of Alberta. Canadians now hope to see the same effect in Vancouver and British Columbia. Equipment

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Patrick Pons de Vier and two samples from the history of Salomon footwear. The SR911 (on the left) is the prototype of Salomons first hiking shoe. Action 9 (on the right) was the actual production model introduced in 1992.

Q&A

Rooting for trail running
Patrick Pons de Vier, head of Salomon footwear, practices what he preaches. He runs at least once a week in the mountains around Annecy, in the heart of the French Alps.
F Ilkka Jrvimki t Sarri Kukkonen
Hello Patrick, have you been running a lot this summer? Yes, regularly with my buddies. At least once a week. Where and how do you usually run? In the mountains beneath my house, on beautiful trails up and down with a great view of Annecys lake. It's where Salomon was born. Where we create and develop our footwear. What running shoes are you currently using? My Wings SLabs represent the ideal trail running shoe: protective, stable, grippy, yet super lightweight. In trail running the shoe must react first to the terrain, providing stability when unstable, protection when rocky, agile when the fastest line isnt the straightest line. Running has grown a lot in recent years. How can this be seen in trail running? To focus on trail running has been the right choice. After 25 years of success, the athletic running growth rate is leveling. Our vision is that trail running will some day catch up with road running. It took us eleven years to become who we are today in the market: the brand most committed to the trail running sport. Our goal is to promote the benefits of trail running. What are these benefits? Being closer to nature, keeping your senses awake, fueling your mind and your body. Kilian Jornet, our charismatic champion, often says, Trail running is like running in the clouds, like running with the wind. More rationally, trail running is running on unpredictable, very often rolling terrain. Your performance depends on your capability to adapt your running technique to the ever-changing terrain. Salomon has come a long way from hiking shoes to lightweight trail running shoes. Where does this development lead? Shoes for marathons? Were still far from having released all our creative solutions in trail running. Our ability to make our footwear evolve comes from our strong foundations: our footwear profession, unique in the industry because it comes from our hardgoods heritage. Did you know that the very origin of Salomon footwear comes from the SR911 Nordic ski shoe model? It gave birth to the famous Zipped Adv7 shoe 9 in 1992! Salomon was one of the first companies to introduce specific womens models and designs in almost every category, including in trail running footwear. How important is this sector for you?

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runners appreciate on all surfaces, which is why the shoe also works well on more even terrain, especially on gravel roads. Back to the trail now. The XT Hawks offer excellent grip when going over slippery roots and rocks. Their soft and grooved rubber sole grips the surface firmly, giving you a more confident stride. Good grip, combined with light weight, an easy roll, and protection undoubtedly make these shoes ideal for winter runs across snow and ice. The XT Hawks would not be my first choice for a city marathon or an asphalt road run, but I cannot imagine better companions for a workout or race over mixed terrain.

Dont forget to stretch

F Jenni Sepponen t Taavetti Alin
Stretching helps prevent different types of injuries, while enhancing good overall motor skills and range of motion. It also speeds up post-workout recovery and maintains muscular and joint function. Teresa De Rita-Cavlek , a Suunto Ambassador, physiotherapist, and fitness center owner, gives us two important stretching tips. Why dont you give them a try right now?

Honest about ski jumping

Sports fans rarely get a look behind the scenes of ski jumping. How does it feel to ascend the worlds highest ski jumping hills? What is it like to lead an extremely disciplined life year after year? World Champion Janne Ahonen opens the door to the secret world of jumpers in the book Kuningaskotka (King Eagle), written by columnist Pekka Holopainen. The work also sheds light on the less-talked-about sides of Ahonens career, such as moments following a weak season. And the reason for Ahonen remaining at the top for so long.
Side stretch. Standing firmly with your legs apart, bend sideways,
pushing your arm diagonally upward. Repeat the move on both sides, keeping your breathing easy and relaxed.
JANNE AHONEN AND PEKKA HOLOPAINEN: KUNINGASKOTKA, TEOS 2009

books GUIDE

Take a big step forward and leave your other leg stretched back, nearly straight. Keeping your torso upright, push your hips gently forward. Use support if you find it difficult to maintain your balance.

USERS GUIDE

Tank Pressure Bar Graph Gas Mix Selection
O2% | He% (Mixed Gas Mode) (Mixed Gas Mode) (Mixed Gas Mode)
1. WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF SUUNTO DIVING INSTRUMENTS. 5 1.1. Using HelO2 with Dive Manager and Dive Planner.. 5 2. WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES... 6 3. SUUNTO HelO2 AT A GLANCE.. 9 3.1. Navigating in the menus... 9 3.2. Button symbols and functions.. 9 4. GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR SUUNTO HelO2.. 11 4.1. TIME mode settings.. 11 4.1.1. Setting the time... 11 4.1.2. Setting the date... 11 4.1.3. Setting the units... 11 4.1.4. Setting the backlight... 12 4.1.5. Setting the tones... 12 4.2. AC water contacts... 12 5. BEFORE DIVING... 13 5.1. Planning your dives.. 13 5.2. The Suunto Technical RGBM... 13 5.3. Emergency ascents.. 14 5.4. Dive computer limitations... 14 5.5. Mixed gas diving... 14 5.6. Audible and visual alarms.. 15 5.7. Error conditions.. 16 5.8. Wireless transmission... 17 5.8.1. Installing the wireless transmitter... 17 5.8.2. Pairing and code selection.. 17 5.8.3. Transmitting data... 18 5.9. MIXED GAS DIVE mode settings... 19 5.9.1. Setting the gases... 19 5.9.2. Setting the depth alarm.. 20 5.9.3. Setting the dive-time alarm... 20 5.9.4. Setting the personal/altitude adjustments.. 20 5.9.5. Setting the sample rate... 21 5.9.6. Setting the tank pressure alarm.. 21 5.9.7. Setting the tank pressure.. 21 5.9.8. Setting the HP code... 21 5.9.9. Setting the units... 22 5.10. Activation and pre-checks... 22 5.10.1. Accessing DIVE mode.. 22 5.10.2. DIVE mode activation... 22 5.10.3. Battery power indication.. 23 5.10.4. Diving at altitude... 23 5.10.5. Personal adjustments... 24 5.11. Safety Stops... 25 5.11.1. Recommended Safety Stops.. 25 5.11.2. Mandatory Safety Stops.. 25 5.12. Deep stops... 26 6. DIVING.... 27 6.1. Diving-related information.. 27 6.1.1. Basic dive data.. 27 6.1.2. Bookmark... 28 6.1.3. Ascent rate indicator... 28 6.1.4. Safety Stops... 28 3
6.1.5. Decompression dives... 6.2. Diving in MIXED GAS mode.. 6.2.1. Before diving in MIXED GAS mode.. 6.2.2. Oxygen and helium displays.. 6.2.3. Oxygen limit fraction (OLF)... 6.2.4. Gas change and multiple breathing gas mixes. 6.3. Diving in GAUGE mode.. 7. AFTER DIVING.... 7.1. Surface interval.. 7.2. Dive numbering.. 7.3. Repetitive dive planning.. 7.4. Flying after diving... 7.5. PLAN mode... 7.5.1. Dive Planning mode (PLANnodec).. 7.6. MEMORY mode... 7.6.1. Dive logbook (MEMLogbook)... 7.6.2. Dive history... 7.7. Suunto Dive Planner (SDP)... 7.8. Suunto Dive Manager (SDM)... 7.9. www.suuntosports.com and Suunto Diving World at www.suunto.com/diving... 8. CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF MY SUUNTO DIVING COMPUTER.. 9. BATTERY REPLACEMENT... 9.1. Battery kit... 9.2. Required tools... 9.3. Replacing the battery... 9.4. Wireless transmitter battery replacement.. 9.4.1. Transmitter battery kit... 9.4.2. Required tools... 9.4.3. Replacing the transmitter battery... 10. TECHNICAL DATA.. 10.1. Technical specifications... 10.2. RGBM... 10.2.1. Suunto Technical RGBM decompression model.. 10.2.2. Diver safety and Suunto Technical RGBM model. 10.2.3. Altitude diving.. 10.3. Oxygen exposure.. 11. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY.. 11.1. Copyright... 11.2. Trademark... 11.3. Patent notice... 12. DISCLAIMERS... 12.1. Users responsibility... 12.2. CE... 13. SUUNTO LIMITED WARRANTY FOR SUUNTO DIVING COMPUTERS AND SUUNTO DIVING COMPUTER ACCESSORIES.. 14. DISPOSAL OF THE DEVICE.. GLOSSARY...
1. WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF SUUNTO DIVING INSTRUMENTS
Suunto HelO2 was designed to help you get the most out of your diving.
With easy-to-use PC dive planner and gas switching, Suunto HelO2 simplifies your diving experience because all the information you need relating to depth, time, tank pressure, and decompression status is available on one easy-to-read screen. To get the most out of your Suunto HelO2, please read this instruction manual carefully and make sure you understand the use, displays, and limitations of the instrument before using it. To make life easier, we've included a glossary of dive-specific terminology at the back of the manual. 1.1. Using HelO2 with Dive Manager and Dive Planner Suunto HelO2 is designed to be used together with Suunto Dive Planner and Suunto Dive Manager. They both are PC programs for planning and managing your dive data. While HelO2 is used during a dive, the Dive Manager is used for uploading the dive data to your PC and the Dive Planner for planning any subsequent dives using the uploaded dive data as a basis.

YOU ARE ADVISED TO MAKE A DEEPSTOP AT 18 M. THE SECOND INDICATOR SHOWS THAT YOU HAVE 110 SECONDS LEFT OF YOUR DEEPSTOP.
In order to optimize the response to different increased risk situations, an additional category of stop, referred to as a Mandatory Safety Stop, has been introduced. The combination of stop types depends on the user settings and the specific dive situation. To get the most from the RGBM safety benefits, refer to Section 10.2. RGBM. 5.3. Emergency ascents Before you dive, you must have the dive plan created with the Suunto Dive Planner printed out on a slate. You must also have a back-up plan for lost gases. In the unlikely event that the dive computer malfunctions during a dive, start using an alternative depth gauge and timer and following the ascent schedule and gas switches that are on the slate. If you dive using only air, follow these steps: 1. Assess the situation calmly and then move promptly to less than 18 m/60 ft. 2. At 18 m/60 ft, slow down your ascent rate to 10 m/33 ft per minute and move to a depth between 3 and 6 m/10 and 20 ft. 3. Stay there for as long as your gas supply will safely allow. After reaching the surface, do not dive for at least 24 hours. In the event that the dive computer functions but a required gas is not available, you can use your diving partner's gas, which is set as a secondary gas on the dive computer. Displayed ASC TIME is not correct, but the decompressions are calculated correctly. In the event that a required gas is not available at all, decompress for as long as you can by using the next most suitable gas that has the highest oxygen content. Notice that the oxygen content should be low enough to not violate the maximum partial pressure of oxygen (PO2). 5.4. Dive computer limitations While the dive computer's calculations are based on current decompression research and technology, it is important to realize that the computer cannot monitor the actual physiological functions of an individual diver. All decompression schedules currently known to the authors, including the U.S. Navy Tables, are based on theoretical mathematical models, which are intended to serve as a guide to reduce the probability of decompression illness. 5.5. Mixed gas diving Diving with gas mixes provides you with an opportunity to increase bottom times, shorten decompression times, decrease the oxygen partial pressure at depth, and reduce the risk of nitrogen narcosis or decompression illness by reducing the nitrogen content in the gas mix. However, when the gas mix is altered or depth increased, the oxygen partial pressure is generally increased. This increase exposes the diver to an oxygen toxicity risk not usually considered in recreational diving. In order to manage this risk, the dive computer tracks the time and intensity of the oxygen exposure and provides the diver with information to adjust the dive plan in order to maintain oxygen exposure within reasonably safe limits. In addition to the physiological effects of enriched air on the body, there are operational considerations to be addressed when handling altered breathing mixes. Elevated concentrations of oxygen present a fire or explosion hazard. Consult the manufacturer of your equipment to check its compatibility with nitrox. 14

5.6. Audible and visual alarms The dive computer has audible and visual alarms that advise when important limits are approached or that prompt you to acknowledge preset alarms. The table below describes the different alarms and their meanings. Table 5.1. Audible and visual alarm types Alarm indication

Alarm reason

Three beeps with a one second interval for PO2 value is greater than the adjusted value. the maximum of three minutes. The PO2 Current depth is too deep for the gas in use. value blinks. You should immediately ascend or change to a gas with a lower oxygen percentage. Three beeps with a one second interval for PO2 value is smaller than 0.18 bar. The the maximum of 24 seconds. The PO2 value depth is too shallow and the ambient presblinks. sure is too low for the current gas. The oxygen content is too low to keep you conscious. You should immediately switch the gas. Two beeps with a one-and-a-half second In MIXED GAS mode, the OLF value interval. The OLF% value blinks if the PO2 reaches the fixed 80% or 100%. You can acknowledge the alarm. value is greater than 0.5 bar. Two beeps with a one-and-a-half second interval for three minutes. The Er symbol blinks and an arrow points downwards. Decompression ceiling depth is exceeded. You should immediately descend to, or below, the ceiling.
Two beeps with a one-and-a-half second Mandatory safety stop is violated. You interval for three minutes. An arrow points should immediately descend. downwards. Three beeps with a one second interval for Maximum allowed ascent rate, 10 m per min 24 seconds. The SLOW symbol blinks. / 33 ft per min, is exceeded. Two beeps with a one and a half second in- Mandatory deepstop is violated. You should terval for the duration of the deepstop viola- immediately descend. tion. DEEPSTOP blinks and an arrow points downwards. Two beeps with a one-and-a-half second interval. Tank pressure blinks. Cylinder pressure reaches the selected alarm pressure, 10 - 200 bar. Cylinder pressure reaches the fixed alarm pressure, 50 bar. Two beeps with a one-and-a-half second interval for 24 seconds. ASC TIME blinks and an arrow points upwards. No-decompression dive turns into a decompression stop dive. Depth is below the decompression floor level. You should immediately ascend to, or above, the floor. Gas change is required. You should immediately change to a gas more favorable to decompression. ASC TIME assumes that the gas is changed immediately and is accurate only if you change the gas. The deepstop depth is reached. Make the mandatory deepstop for the duration shown by the timer. 15
Two beeps with a one-and-a-half second interval. Gas mix value (O2%, O2%|He%) blinks.

The default oxygen percentage (O2%) setting is 21% (air) and oxygen partial pressure (PO2) setting 1.4 bar. 5.9.2. Setting the depth alarm You can set a depth alarm in the dive computer.
The depth alarm is factory-set to 50 m/160 ft, but you can adjust it according to your personal preference, or switch it off altogether. The depth range can be set from 3 m to 120 m/10 ft to 394 ft. 5.9.3. Setting the dive-time alarm The Suunto HelO2 has a dive-time alarm setting which, when activated, can be used for several purposes to add to your diving safety.
With a range of 1 - 999 minutes, the alarm can be set to your planned bottom time, for example.
5.9.4. Setting the personal/altitude adjustments The current Altitude and Personal Adjustment settings are displayed in the startup screen when entering the DIVE mode. If the mode does not match the altitude or personal conditions (see Section 5.10.4. Diving at altitude and Section 5.10.5. Personal adjustments), it is imperative that you enter the correct selection before diving. Use Altitude Adjustment to select the correct altitude and use Personal Adjustment to add an extra level of conservatism or aggressiveness.
5.9.5. Setting the sample rate The sample rate controls how often the depth, time, tank pressure, and water temperature is stored in the memory. You can set the dive profile sample rate to 10, 20, 30, or 60 seconds. The factory default setting is 20 seconds.
5.9.6. Setting the tank pressure alarm The tank pressure alarm can be set "ON" or "OFF" and in the range of 10 - 200 bar. The alarm is the secondary cylinder pressure alarm point. The alarm is activated when the tank pressure drops below the set limit. You can acknowledge this alarm. The 50 bar alarm, however, is fixed and cannot be changed. You cannot acknowledge this alarm.
5.9.7. Setting the tank pressure The wireless transmission can be set ON or OFF depending whether the wireless pressure transmitter is used or not. No cylinder pressure-related data is shown, nor data reception made, when this selection is OFF.
5.9.8. Setting the HP code The HP Code setting allows you to verify the selected code and to erase the stored code. It also enables re-pairing if necessary.

SELECT TANK PRESSURE ON.

5.9.9. Setting the units Use Unit Settings to choose between metric (meters/celsius/bar) and imperial (feet/fahrenheit/psi) units.
5.10. Activation and pre-checks This section describes how to activate the DIVE mode and explains the pre-checks that it is highly recommended you perform before you get into the water. 5.10.1. Accessing DIVE mode The Suunto HelO2 has two diving modes: MIXED GAS mode for diving with gas mixes and GAUGE mode for use as a bottom timer. The chosen dive mode is displayed when the DIVE mode is accessed, and you can toggle between the submodes by pressing the UP/DOWN buttons.

5.10.2. DIVE mode activation The dive computer activates automatically when submerged deeper than 0.5 m/1.5 ft. However, it is necessary to activate the DIVE mode BEFORE diving to check the altitude and personal adjustment settings, battery condition, oxygen settings etc. After activation, all graphical display elements are turned on, and the backlight and the beep are activated. A few seconds later the battery power indicator is shown.
At this time, perform your pre-checks, making sure that: the instrument operates in the correct mode and provides a complete display (MIXED GAS/GAUGE mode) the battery level is ok 22
the altitude and personal adjustment settings are correct the instrument displays correct units of measurement (Metric/Imperial) the instrument displays the correct temperature and depth (0.0 m/0 ft) the alarm beeps If the optional wireless pressure transmitter is used ensure that: the pressure transmitter has been properly attached and the cylinder valve is open the transmitter and the wrist unit have been properly paired on a suitable code the pressure transmitter is working (wireless transmitter indicator blinks, cylinder pressure is displayed), and that there is no low battery warning displayed you have enough gas for your planned dive. You should also check the pressure reading against your back-up pressure gauge And, if set to MIXED GAS mode, make sure that: the oxygen partial pressure limits are set correctly For more information on the MIXED GAS mode, refer to Section 6.2. Diving in MIXED GAS mode. The dive computer is now ready for diving. 5.10.3. Battery power indication Temperature or internal oxidation of the battery affect the battery voltage. If the instrument is stored for a long period, or used in cold temperatures, the low battery warning may be displayed even though the battery has enough capacity. In these cases, re-enter DIVE mode to receive the battery power indication. After the battery check, the low battery warning is indicated by the battery symbol.
If the battery symbol is displayed in the Surface mode, or if the display is faded or weak, the battery may be too low to operate the dive computer, and battery replacement is recommended. NOTE For safety reasons, the backlight cannot be activated when the low battery warning is indicated by the battery symbol.
The optional wireless pressure transmitter sends out a low battery (LOb) warning when its battery voltage is getting low. This is shown intermittently instead of the pressure reading. When you get this warning, the pressure transmitter's battery needs to be replaced. 5.10.4. Diving at altitude The dive computer can be adjusted both for diving at altitude and also to increase the conservatism of the mathematical nitrogen model. When programming the instrument for the correct altitude, you need to select the correct Altitude Adjustment settings according to Table 5.4, Altitude Adjustment settings. The dive computer will adjust its mathematical model according to the entered altitude setting, giving shorter no-decompression times at higher altitudes. Table 5.4. Altitude Adjustment settings Alt. adjustment value Altitude range A0 A- 300 m / 0 - 1000 ft 300 - 1500 m / 1000 - 5000 ft 23

7.3. Repetitive dive planning The Suunto HelO2 includes a dive planner that allows you to review the no-decompression limits on a subsequent dive, taking the residual nitrogen loading of previous dives into consideration. The dive plan mode is not meant for technical dive planning which the Suunto Dive Planner PC software is meant for. However, the dive plan mode can be used to plan short recreational dives. The PC software takes the residual inert gas of the previous dives into consideration when the dive profile is downloaded from the dive computer. It is also possible to check how the planned air consumption corresponded to the actual air consumption. The Dive Planning mode is explained in Section 7.5.1. Dive Planning mode (PLANnodec). 7.4. Flying after diving In DIVE mode, the no-fly time is shown in the center window next to the airplane image. In TIME mode, the airplane image is shown in the top left corner.The no-fly time and the surface time are shown in TIME mode as well. Flying or traveling to a higher altitude should be avoided at any time when the computer is counting down the no-fly time. The no-fly time is always at least 12 hours, or equivalent to the so-called desaturation time (if longer than 12 hours). For desaturation times lower than 70 minutes, no no-fly time is given. In the Permanent Error mode and GAUGE mode, the no-fly time is 48 hours. The Divers Alert Network (DAN) recommends the following on no-fly times: A minimum surface interval of 12 hours would be required in order to be reasonably assured a diver will remain symptom free upon ascent to altitude in a commercial jetliner (altitude up to 2,400 m/8,000 ft) Divers who plan to make daily, multiple dives for several days, or make dives that require decompression stops, should take special precautions and wait for an extended interval beyond 12 hours before a flight. Further, the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS) suggests divers using standard air cylinders and exhibiting no symptoms of decompression illness wait 24 hours after their last dive to fly in an aircraft with cabin pressure up to 2,400 m/8,000 ft. The only two exceptions to this recommendation are: If a diver has less than 2 hours total accumulated dive time in the last 48 hours, a 12 hour surface interval before flying is recommended Following any dive that required a decompression stop, flying should be delayed for at least 24 hours, and if possible, for 48 hours Suunto recommends that flying is avoided until all the DAN and UHMS guidelines, as well as the dive computers no-fly conditions, are satisfied 7.5. PLAN mode The PLAN mode includes a dive planner (PLANnodec).

7.5.1. Dive Planning mode (PLANnodec) The Dive Planning mode displays no-decompression times for a new dive, taking into account the effects of previous dives. No-decompression times are calculated by using the bottom gas. When entering the PLANnodec mode, the display first briefly shows the remaining desaturation time and no-decompression time at the depth of 9 m/30 ft before going into plan mode. 35
By pressing the UP/DOWN buttons, you can scroll the no-decompression limits in 3 m/10 ft increments ending at 45 m/150 ft. No-decompression limits longer than 99min are displayed as.
WHEN ENTERING THE PLANNODEC MODE THE DISPLAY FIRST BRIEFLY SHOWS THE REMAINING DESATURATION TIME BEFORE GOING INTO PLAN MODE. USE UP AND DOWN BUTTONS TO SCROLL DIFFERENT NO-DECOMPRESSION LIMITS. NO-DECOMPRESSION LIMITS LONGER THAN 99 MINUTES ARE DISPLAYED AS.
The Planning mode takes into account the following information from previous dives: any calculated residual inert gas all dive history for the past four days The no-decompression times given for different depths will therefore be shorter than before your first fresh dive. You can exit the planning mode by pressing the MODE button. NOTE The Planning mode is disabled in GAUGE mode and in Error mode (see Section 5.7. Error conditions). The planning mode calculates nodecompression times for MIX1 only. If an additional mix is enabled in the MIXED GAS mode, it does not affect the calculations in PLANNoDec mode.
Higher Altitude and conservative Personal Adjustment settings will shorten the no-decompression time limits. These limits at different Altitude and Personal Adjustment setting selections are explained in Section 5.10.4. Diving at altitude and in Section 5.10.5. Personal adjustments Dive numbering shown during dive planning Dives belong to the same repetitive dive series if the instrument was still counting down the no-fly time at the beginning of the dive. The surface interval must be at least 5 minutes for a dive to be considered a repetitive dive. Otherwise, it is considered a continuation of the same dive. The dive number will not change and the dive time will continue where it left off. (See also Section 7.2. Dive numbering ). 7.6. MEMORY mode The memory options include a dive logbook (MEMLogbook) and dive history (MEMHistory).

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8. CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF MY SUUNTO DIVING COMPUTER
The SUUNTO dive computer is a sophisticated precision instrument. Although it is designed to withstand the rigors of scuba diving, you must treat it with the same proper care and caution as any other precision instrument. WATER CONTACTS AND PUSH BUTTONS Contamination or dirt on the water contacts/connector or push buttons may prevent the automatic activation of the Dive Mode and cause problems during the data transfer. Therefore, it is important that the water contacts and push buttons are kept clean. If the water contacts are active (AC text remains on display) or the Dive Mode activates on its own, the reason for this is probably contamination or invisible marine growth, which may create an electric current between the contacts. It is important that the dive computer is carefully washed in fresh water after the days diving is completed. The contacts can be cleaned with fresh water and, if necessary, a mild detergent and a soft brush. Sometimes it might be necessary to remove the instrument from the protective boot for cleaning. CARE OF YOUR DIVE COMPUTER NEVER try to open the case of the dive computer. Have your dive computer serviced every two years or after 200 dives (whichever comes first) by an authorized dealer or distributor. This service will include a general operational check, replacement of the battery, and water resistance check. The service requires special tools and training. Therefore, it is advisable to contact an authorized SUUNTO dealer or distributor for the biennial service. Do not attempt to do any servicing that you are not sure of. Should moisture appear inside the case, immediately have the instrument checked by your SUUNTO dealer or distributor. Should you detect scratches, cracks or other such flaws on the display that may impair its durability, immediately have it replaced by your SUUNTO dealer or distributor. Wash and rinse the unit in fresh water after every use. Protect the unit from shock, extreme heat, direct sunlight, and chemical attack. The dive computer cannot withstand the impact of heavy objects like scuba cylinders, nor chemicals like gasoline, cleaning solvents, aerosol sprays, adhesive agents, paint, acetone, alcohol, etc. Chemical reactions with such agents will damage the seals, case and finish. Store your dive computer in a dry place when you are not using it. The dive computer will display a battery symbol as a warning when the power gets too low. When this happens, the instrument should not be used until the battery has been replaced. Do not fasten the strap of your dive computer too tightly. You should be able to insert your finger between the strap and your wrist. Shorten the strap by cutting it if you do not expect to need the extra length. MAINTENANCE The instrument should be soaked, thoroughly rinsed with fresh water, then dried with a soft towel after each dive. Make sure that all salt crystals and sand particles have been flushed out. Check the display for possible moisture or water. DO NOT use the dive computer if you detect any moisture or water inside. Contact an authorized Suunto dealer for battery replacement or other service. CAUTION! Do not use compressed air to blow water off the unit. Do not use solvents or other cleaning fluids that might cause damage. Do not test or use the dive computer in pressurized air. WATER RESISTANCE INSPECTION

The water resistance of the unit must be checked after replacing the battery or after other service operations. The check requires special equipment and training. You must frequently check the display for any sign of leaks. If you find moisture inside your dive computer, there is a leak. A leak must be corrected without delay as moisture will seriously damage the unit, even beyond repair. SUUNTO does not take any responsibility for damage caused by moisture in the dive computer unless the instructions of this manual are carefully followed. In the event of a leak, immediately take the dive computer to an authorized SUUNTO dealer or distributor. FAQs WHAT CAN I DO TO MY SUUNTO DIVING COMPUTER MYSELF? NOTE It is advisable to contact an authorized Suunto service, distributor or retailer for any repairs. Batteries and straps can be replaced by the user when the change is made in a proper manner to avoid any leakage of water into the battery compartment or computer. Original battery replacement and strap kits must be used.
Batteries can be changed by the user in all diving computers except Stinger, D4, D6 and D9. Instructions for changing batteries and straps can be found in the user manuals or at www.suunto.com and the user videos there. WHAT ARE ORIGINAL SUUNTO ACCESSORIES? Original Suunto accessories are only distributed through Suunto`s worldwide network of authorized Suunto distributors and retailers. Original Suunto accessories are tested to be compatible with Suunto products and can be used safely. NOTE Damage caused by non-original accessories will not be covered by warranty.
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Tissue calculation model: Suunto Technical RGBM algorithm (developed by Suunto and Bruce R. Wienke, BSc, MSc, PhD) 9 tissue compartments Tissue compartment halftimes: 2.5, 5, 10, 20, 40, 80, 120, 240 and 480 minutes (on gassing). The off gassing halftimes are slowed down 47
Helium halftimes:1, 2, 3.5, 7.5, 15, 30, 45, 90, 181 minutes (on gassing). The off gassing halftimes are slowed down. Reduced gradient (variable) "M" values based on diving habit and dive violations. The "M" values are tracked up to 100 hours after a dive The EAN and oxygen exposure calculations are based on recommendations by R.W. Hamilton, PhD and currently accepted exposure time limit tables and principles Battery: One 3 V lithium battery: CR 2450 Battery storage time (shelf life): Up to three years Replacement: Every three years, or more often depending on dive activity Life expectancy at 20C/68F: 100 dives/year >1 year Transmitter: One 3V lithium battery: 1/2AA (K5546) and O-ring 2.00 mm x 2.00 mm (K5538) Battery storage time (shelf life): Up to three years Replacement: Every two years, or more often depending on dive activity Life expectancy at 20C/68F: 0 dives/year > 3 years 100 dives/year > 2 years 400 dives/year > 1 year The following conditions have an effect on the expected battery lifetime: The length of the dives The conditions in which the unit is operated and stored (e.g. temperature/cold conditions). Below 10C/50F the expected battery lifetime is about 50-75% of that at 20C/68F The use of the backlight and audible alarms The quality of the battery. (Some lithium batteries may exhaust unexpectedly, which cannot be tested in advance) The time the dive computer has been stored until it gets to the customer. (The battery is installed in the unit at the factory) NOTE Low temperature or an internal oxidation of the battery may activate the battery warning even though the battery has enough capacity. In this case, the warning usually disappears when the DIVE mode is activated again.
10.2. RGBM The Suunto Reduced Gradient Bubble Model (RGBM) is a modern algorithm for predicting both dissolved and free gas in the tissues and blood of divers. It was developed in co-operation between Suunto and Bruce R. Wienke BSc, MSc, PhD. It is based on both laboratory experiments and diving data, including data from DAN. It is a significant advance on the classical Haldane models, which do not predict free gas (microbubbles). The advantage of Suunto RGBM is additional safety through its ability to adapt to a wide variety of situations. Suunto RGBM addresses a number of diving circumstances outside the range of dissolved-gas-only models by: Monitoring continuous multiday diving Computing closely spaced repetitive diving Reacting to a dive deeper than the previous dive Adapting to rapid ascents which produce high microbubble (silent-bubble) build-up Incorporating consistency with real physical laws for gas kinetics

10.2.3. Altitude diving The atmospheric pressure is lower at high altitudes than at sea level. After traveling to a higher altitude, you will have additional nitrogen in your body, compared to the equilibrium situation at the original altitude. This "additional" nitrogen is released gradually over time and equilibrium is restored. It is recommended that you acclimatize to a new altitude by waiting at least three hours before making a dive. Before high-altitude diving, the instrument must be set to the Altitude Adjustment mode to adjust the calculations for the new altitude. The maximum partial pressures of nitrogen allowed by the mathematical model of the dive computer are reduced according to the lower ambient pressure. As a result, the allowed no-decompression-stop limits are considerably reduced. 10.3. Oxygen exposure The oxygen exposure calculations are based on currently accepted exposure time limit tables and principles. In addition to this, the dive computer uses several methods to conservatively estimate the oxygen exposure. For example: the displayed oxygen exposure calculations are raised to the next higher percentage value for recreational scuba diving, the recommended upper limit of 1.4 bar PO2 is used as a default the CNS % limits up to 1.6 bar are based on 1991 NOAA Diving Manual limits the OTU monitoring is based on the long-term daily tolerance level and the recovery rate is reduced Oxygen related information displayed by the dive computer is also designed to ensure that all warnings and displays occur at the appropriate phases of a dive. For example, the following information will be shown before and during a dive when the computer is set in mode: the selected O2% on the alternative display OLF% alternative display for either CNS% or OTU% (whichever is larger) audible alarms are given and the OLF value starts to blink when the 80% and 100% limits are exceeded audible alarms are given and the actual PO2 value blinks when it exceeds the preset limit in dive planning, the maximum depth according to the O2% and maximum PO2 selected
11. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

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CNS CNS% Compartment DAN DCI Decompression Decompression range Decompression illness

Dive series

Dive time EAD EAN Enriched air nitrox
Equivalent air depth Floor Half time
He% Heliox Multi level dive
Nitrox NOAA No decompression time
No decompression dive NO DEC TIME OEA = EAN = EANx OLF OTU Oxygen tolerance unit Oxygen limit fraction O2% Oxygen partial pressure
Any dive which permits a direct, uninterrupted ascent to the surface at any time. Abbreviation for no decompression time limit. Abbreviations for oxygen enriched air nitrox. Abbreviation for oxygen limit fraction. Abbreviation for oxygen tolerance unit. Used to measure the whole-body-toxicity. A term used by Suunto for the values displayed in the oxygen toxicity bar graph. The value is either the CNS% or the OTU%. Oxygen percentage or oxygen fraction in the breathing gas. Standard air has 21% oxygen. Limits the maximum depth to which the nitrox mixture can be safely used. The maximum partial pressure limit for enriched air diving is 1.4 bar. The contingency partial pressure limit is 1.6 bar. Dives beyond this limit risk immediate oxygen toxicity. Abbreviation for patent foramen ovale. It is a form of congenital heart defect that enables blood flow between the left and right atria via the interatrial septum. Abbreviation for oxygen partial pressure. Abbreviation for Reduced Gradient Bubble Model. Modern algorithm for tracking both dissolved and free gas in divers. Any dive whose decompression time limits are affected by residual nitrogen absorbed during previous dives. The amount of excess nitrogen remaining in a diver after one or more dives. Abbreviation for surface interval time. Elapsed time between surfacing from a dive and beginning a descent for the subsequent repetitive dive. A dive made with two or more breathing gas mixes. Theoretical concept used to model bodily tissues for the construction of decompression tables or calculations. A breathing gas mix of helium, oxygen and nitrogen. Abbreviation for Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society. Another form of oxygen toxicity, which is caused by prolonged exposure to high oxygen partial pressures. The most common symptoms are irritation in the lungs, a burning sensation in the chest, coughing and reduction of the vital capacity. Also called Pulmonary Oxygen Toxicity. See also OTU.
PFO PO2 RGBM Reduced Gradient Bubble Model Repetitive dive Residual nitrogen SURF TIME Surface interval time Technical dive Tissue group Trimix UHMS Whole-body toxicity
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