EPIC WATCH DIVE COMPUTER OPERATING MANUAL
NOTICE STORAGE and INITIAL ACTIVATION EPIC Watch/Dive Computers are placed in a Deep Sleep mode prior to being shipped from the factory. The intent is to extend storage life of the Battery for up to 7 years, before the unit is initially placed in service. In this mode, Date and Time are updated as they normally would be. However, they are not displayed. Upon waking the EPIC up, the correct Date and Pacific Time will be displayed and it will be ready to operate with full functions.
CONTENTS WARRANTY, NOTICES, DECOMPRESSION MODEL .................................................................................................... 7 FULL DISPLAY ................................................................................................................................................................. 8 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL FEATURES AND DISPLAYS .................................................................................... 9 INTERACTIVE CONTROL CONSOLE ......................
CONTENTS (continued) DIVE COMPUTER SURFACE SEQUENCE AND OPERATING MODES ...................................................................... 39 SURFACE MODE ...................................................................................................................................................... 40 Normal Surface Main Display ............................................................................................................................... 41 Normal Surface Main Button Operations ..
CONTENTS (continued) Set TMT1 (Transmitter 1 Link Code) .................................................................................................................... 70 Set TMT (Transmitter) 2-3 Use ............................................................................................................................ 72 Set TMT2 (Transmitter 2 Link Code) ...................................................................................................................
CONTENTS (continued) SWITCHING GAS MIXES AND BUDDY PRESSURE CHECK .................................................................................... 119 SWITCHING GAS MIXES (NORM ONLY) .............................................................................................................. 120 BUDDY PRESSURE CHECK (NORM ONLY) ......................................................................................................... 125 NORM POST DIVE MODES ..............................................
LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY For details, refer to the Product Warranty Registration Card provided. Register on-line at www.OceanicWorldwide.com COPYRIGHT NOTICE This operating manual is copyrighted, all rights are reserved. It may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form without prior consent in writing from AERIS / 2002 Design. EPIC Operating Manual, Doc. No.
Pay special attention to items marked with this Warning symbol. k l j m i h n g o f p e q d c b r s a EPIC FULL LCD 8 Components: a. Icons - Tank 1, 2, 3 b. Advance (A) Button c. Icon - Low Battery d. Symbol - FO2 e. Symbols - AIR TIME TIME NDC TIME O2 TIME TAT TIME SURF f. Icon - degrees (Temperature) g. Icon - Daily Alarm, or Transmitter Link h. Mode (M) Button i. Symbol - PSI or BAR (Pressure) j. Icon - Descend Arrow k. Icon - indicates O2BG l. Bar Graph m. Icon - Ascend Arrow n.
WARNING: Prior to diving with the EPIC, you must also read and understand the AERIS Dive Computer Safety and Reference Manual, Doc. No. 12-7203, which provides Important Warnings and Safety Recommendations as well as general product information.
INTRODUCTION Welcome to AERIS and thank you for choosing the EPIC ! It is extremely important that you read this Operating Manual in sequence and understand it completely before attempting to use the EPIC as a dive computer. It is equally important that you read the AERIS Dive Computer Safety and Reference Manual (Doc. No. 12-7203) provided with your EPIC. It contains information that you must become familiar with prior to diving with your EPIC.
OPERATING MODE STRUCTURE Unless it is operating in Dive Computer mode, the EPIC will be ON in the default WATCH MAIN TIME (home time) mode (Fig. 1), like a standard WATCH, until the Mode is changed. The M button is used to access 4 other Modes that include Alternate Time Mode, Countdown Timer, Chronograph (stop watch/lap timer), and Daily Alarm. It is also used to revert to the Local Default Time display and access Computer Modes.
OPERATION AS A DIVE COMPUTER The EPIC features 3 Dive Computer (DC) Operating Modes, NORM (Fig. 2A) which is used for Air and Nitrox dives, GAUG (Fig. 2B) used for dives in which Nitrogen-Oxygen calculations are not performed, and FREE (Fig. 2C) used for activities that do not use SCUBA. 2A Entering Settings and Plan Mode are only available in NORM SURF Mode which also allows access to Battery/Transmitter Status, Fly, Desat, Log, and History Modes.
PC INTERFACE Interface with a PC is accomplished by connecting the EPIC to a PC USB Port using the USB Interface Cable provided. The same Cable is used for Upload and Download. The software program is on the CD provided, together with a USB Driver. The program's Help serves as the user manual and can be printed for personal use. The Settings Upload program is used to check the EPIC's existing Settings and for entering Time, Alarm, and Dive Computer settings into the EPIC.
AUDIBLE ALARM Most warning situations that activate the Audible Alarm while operating in NORM or GAUG Mode cause the EPIC to emit 1 beep per second for 10 seconds, or until the situation is corrected, or it is acknowledged by momentarily pressing and releasing the S button (less than 2 seconds). After being acknowledged and the situation corrected, the Alarm will sound again upon reentry into the warning situation, or entry into another type of warning situation.
Nitrogen Loading Bar Graph at the segment Set Point selected. NORM/GAUG Ascent Rate exceeds 60 FPM (18 MPM) when deeper than 60 FT (18 M), or 30 FPM (9 MPM) at 60 FT (18 M) and shallower. Loss of the active Transmitter Link signal for more than 15 seconds during a dive. Entry into Decompression Mode (Deco). Conditional Violation (above a required Deco Stop Depth for less than 5 minutes). Delayed Violation (above a required Deco Stop Depth for more than 5 minutes).
During the following NORM Dive situations, the 10 second continuous tone will be followed by a 5 second steady beep that will not turn off when acknowledged Ascending above a required Decompression Ceiling Stop Depth for more than 5 minutes (referred to as a Delayed Violation). Decompression requires a Ceiling Stop Depth of 70 FT/21 M or deeper. Being on the Surface for 5 minutes after a Conditional Violation (Permanent Violation). BACKLIGHT To activate the Backlight - press the L button.
If voltage of the EPIC decreases to the Warning level (2.75 volts), the Battery icon will appear on Surface display screens (fig. 3a) as an indication that the Battery should be changed prior to commencing a series of dives. If the EPIC's voltage decreases to the Alarm level (2.50 volts), the Battery icon will flash and the message CHNG > BATT will scroll at the top of the display (Fig. 4). Operation will automatically revert to Main Time Mode.
Fig. 5 - BEPIC BATT GOOD Fig. 6A - TMT 1 BATT LOW To check the condition of the EPIC or a Transmitter's Battery if NORM or GAUG Mode is selected, depress the S button for 2 seconds while viewing the NORM, GAUG, or FREE Surface Main Display, then release it. As the button is depressed, the ATOM's Receiver will activate, if in NORM or GAUG Mode. 2 seconds later, the EPIC's Battery status will be displayed for 3 seconds (Fig.
WARNING: Prior to diving with the EPIC, you must also read and understand the AERIS Dive Computer Safety and Reference Manual, Doc. No. 12-7203, which provides Important Warnings and Safety Recommendations as well as general product information.
LOCAL DEFAULT TIME Watch Main Time (Fig. 7) is the current Time at your home location and is normally selected as the Local Default Time. The normal Watch screen sequence accessed with momentary presses (less than 2 seconds each) of the M button is Fig. 7 - MAIN TIME Main Time > Alternate Time > Countdown Timer > Chronograph > Daily Alarm Watch Alternate Time (Fig. 8), which is set by Hour Differential, is the current Time at a remote travel location.
While viewing any of the Watch Mode displays, pressing and holding the M button for 2 seconds or if no button is pressed for 2 minutes, operation will revert to the Watch Time screen selected to be the Local Default Watch Time (Main or Alternate). MAIN TIME, information displayed includes: > Tissue Loading Bar Graph, if any after NORM/FREE dives. > Alarm icon - if the Daily Alarm is its set On (Fig.
SET MAIN TIME This Mode allows the Date and Time of Day to be set which will also serve as the basis for ALTERNATE TIME values. There are 3 Time Set screens - Set Hour Format, Set Time of Day, and Set Date. NOTE: MAIN TIME must be selected as the Local Default Time in order to set the Time and Date. Sequence of Time/Date settings: Hour Format screen > Time screen (Hour > Minute) > Date screen (Year > Month > Day) Day of the Week is set automatically when the Date is set.
Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle the flashing setting between 12 and 24. Pressing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the Hour Format Set Point and access the SET TIME screen with the HOUR Set Point flashing (Fig. 11). HINT - Pressing the A button repeatedly (< 2 seconds each time) will step through the Time/Date Settings, bypassing those that don't require setting. Set Hour and Minute Fig.
Displayed on the SET DATE screen will be the graphic YEAR, Month and Day (or Day and Month if set for metric) with the YEAR Set Point flashing (Fig. 13). Fig. 13 - SET YEAR Depressing and holding the S button while the YEAR Set Point is flashing will scroll through the Set Points in 1 year increments at a rate of 4 per second from 2006 to 2049 (with leap year corrections).
Depressing and holding the S button while the DAY Set Point is flashing will scroll through the Set Points in one day (01) increments at a rate of 4 per second from 1 to 31. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the Set Point and/or advance to the MAIN TIME screen. NOTE: DAY of the WEEK is set automatically based upon the Date that has been set. Main Time/Date can also be set using the PC Settings Upload program included on the AERIS Computer Interface software CD.
Pressing and releasing the M button momentarily and repeatedly (< 2 seconds) will step through the other Main Watch Modes. Pressing and releasing the S button (< 2 seconds) will silence and acknowledge the Daily Alarm (if its set and it sounds). Depressing the S button for 2 seconds will interchange ALTERNATE TIME with MAIN TIME making ALTERNATE TIME the Local Default Time screen. Pressing the L button will activate the Backlight.
Depressing and holding the S button while the Set Point is flashing will scroll through the Set Points in increments of 1 Hour at a rate of 4 per second. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the Set Point and/or advance to the ALTERNATE TIME screen. Depressing and holding the M button for 2 seconds will revert to the MAIN TIME screen. If no button is pressed during a period of 2 minutes, the unit will revert to the MAIN TIME screen.
When a set Countdown Time reaches 0:00, the Audible Alarm will beep 10 times and the red LED warning light will flash. Pressing and releasing the S button (< 2 seconds) will acknowledge and silence the Alarm. Pressing and releasing the S button (< 2 seconds) will silence and acknowledge the Daily Alarm (if its set and it sounds). Pressing the L button will activate the Backlight.
Depressing and holding the S button while the MINUTES Set Point is flashing will scroll through the Set Points in 1 minute increments at a rate of 4 per second from :00 to :59 (min). Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the MINUTES Set Point and/or advance to the COUNTDOWN TIMER screen indicated by the graphic OFF (flashing) in place of the graphic SEt. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle from OFF to ON and Start the Timer (Fig.
During the first 4 seconds the 1/100th second values will be displayed, then 2 dashes ( . - - ) will be displayed. The 1/100th values will be recorded and displayed when LAPs are frozen and when later recalled. Subsequent pressing and releasing of the S button (< 2 seconds each) will freeze Lap Times (LAP1 through LAP9). After 9 Laps are recorded, additional LAPs will replace LAP9, shift the others to lower LAP numbers, while discarding LAP1. If is Timer reaches 99:59:59.99 hr:min:sec.
Upon descending on a dive, the Chronograph operation will be terminated and reset to 0:00:00.0. DAILY ALARM When set ON, the DAILY ALARM will sound the Audible Alarm and flash the Red LED at the Time set every day. Pressing the M button momentarily 4 times (< 2 seconds each time) while the MAIN TIME screen is displayed will access the DAILY ALARM STATUS screen. DAILY ALARM STATUS, information provided includes (Fig. 23): > Alarm icon > Graphics ALRM and ON (or OFF), flashing.
If no button is pressed during a period of 2 minutes, the unit will revert to the Local Default Watch Time screen. SET DAILY ALARM, information provided includes (Fig. 24): > Alarm icon > Graphics ALRM and SEt. > Alarm Time previously set (hr:min) with the HOUR Set Point flashing. Fig.
WARNING: Prior to diving with the EPIC, you must also read and understand the AERIS Dive Computer Safety and Reference Manual, Doc. No. 12-7203, which provides Important Warnings and Safety Recommendations as well as general product information.
BAR GRAPH a The EPIC features one shared Bar Graph that represents either nitrogen loading, or when accessed, oxygen accumulation. By default the Bar Graph (Fig. 25a), referred to as the Nitrogen Loading Bar Graph (NIBG), represents your relative no decompression or decompression status. Fig.
Displays associated with oxygen and the O2 Bar Graph will be displayed if FO2 for any Gas (1, 2, or 3) has been set at a value other than 'Air' (e.g., a numerical value) and the Alternate screen that displays oxygen related data is accessed. When the oxygen data screen is accessed during a NORM dive, the Bar Graph will show the maximum of either per dive accumulated oxygen or 24 hour period accumulated oxygen.
While you cannot provide a guarantee against the occurrence of decompression sickness, you may choose your own personal zone of caution based upon age, physique, excessive weight, etc., to reduce the statistical risk. a b Within the available NORM Mode parameters that can be set (described later) are a NIBG Alarm and a Conservative Factor which if set ON reduces No Decompression times allowed. FREE Dive Mode has a separate (fixed) NIBG Alarm. Fig.
During a No Decompression Safety Stop, the set Stop Depth (Fig. 30a) is displayed and during a Decompression condition, the required Ceiling Stop Depth is displayed. a c Time and Date Displays Time of Day and NORM/GAUG Mode displays are shown in hour:minute format (i.e., 1:16 represents 1 hour and 16 minutes, not 116 minutes!). FREE Dive Mode displays are shown in minute:second format.
Temperature Display Ambient Temperature can be viewed on the surface and during dives by accessing a Secondary Display (Fig. 32a). The lowest Temperature recorded during each NORM/GAUG dive is recorded in the LOG for that dive. NOTE: Each display represents unique pieces of information. It is imperative that you understand the formats, ranges, and values of the information represented to avoid any possible misunderstanding that could result in error.
WARNING: Prior to diving with the EPIC, you must also read and understand the AERIS Dive Computer Safety and Reference Manual, Doc. No. 12-7203, which provides Important Warnings and Safety Recommendations as well as general product information.
DIVE COMPUTER (DC) OPERATING MODES As described on page 12, the EPIC features 3 selectable DC Operating Modes NORM - for Normal Air or Nitrox dives GAUG - for dives with no Nitrogen/Oxygen calculations FREE - for dives with no SCUBA REMINDER: Once a dive is made in GAUG Mode, the EPIC is locked into that Mode for 24 hours after the dive.
If a dive has been conducted within the past 24 hours, the SURF MAIN screen for that Operating Mode (NORM, GAUG, or FREE) will be displayed. At any time while operating in Surface Modes, the EPIC will enter Dive Mode upon descent to 5 FT (1.5 M). During the 2 hour pre dive surface period, if the M button is pressed to access other screens in the Watch Mode sequence, Surface Mode must again be accessed prior to the first dive of a series (if WET ACTIVATION is set OFF).
When the 10 minute Surface Time has elapsed, the Local Default Watch TIME screen (Main or Alternate Time) will replace the Surface Mode display. The SURF MAIN screen can then be accessed by pressing the M button for 2 seconds. NORM SURF MAIN, information provided includes (Fig. 35): Fig. 35 - NORM SURF MAIN 42 > LINK symbol, if the Receiver is successfully Linked with a Transmitter. (Note that this is the same icon used in Watch Mode to signify that the Daily Alarm is set On.
NORM SURF MAIN - Button Operations: Pressing the L button will activate the Backlight. Pressing and releasing the A button repeatedly (< 2 seconds each time) will step through the NORM Surface Sequence SURF > PLAN > FLY > SAT > LOG > HISTORY. Depressing and holding the A button for 2 seconds will access the Surface Secondary Display for 3 seconds followed by the Surface Alternate Display for 3 seconds.
Fig. 36 - EPIC BATT GOOD Depressing and holding the S button for 2 seconds while viewing the NORM Surface screen will activate the EPIC's Receiver and access a series of screens that will indicate the Status of the system's Batteries and Pressures of the Tanks in use. Transmitter Battery Status is not displayed for TMT 2 and 3 if TMT 2-3 USE is set for BUD (Buddy Check). If a Transmitter is not active and linked to the EPIC, the message NotAvAil (Not Available) will appear.
TRANSMITTER STATUS, information includes: > Graphics TMT1 (then TMT2 and TMT3), identifying the reporting Transmitter, and bAt. > Graphic Good or Lo, or NotAvAil (Fig. 38A/38B) > Battery icon, if a Low Battery Warning Condition exists. Flashing if an Alarm Condition exists. > Link icon and Tank Pressure for the TMT reporting and symbol PSI (or BAR). NOTE: If TMT 2-3 USE is set for BUD (Buddy Pressure Checks), TMT2 and TMT3 screens will not display Battery Status (only Pressure). Fig.
NORM SURF ALTERNATE, information includes (Fig. 40): > Bar Graph representing Oxygen accumulation with the O2 icon. > LINK symbol, if the ATOM's Receiver is successfully Linked with a Transmitter. > Altitude Level graphic SEA (or EL2 through EL13). > Battery icon if an EPIC Low Battery Warning Condition exists, flashing if Too Low > Tank Pressure and symbol PSI (or BAR), if the Receiver is successfully Linked with an active Transmitter. > Symbol DIVE and Number of that dive.
NORM AND GAUG SURFACE SET MODES NORM/GAUG Set Mode Sequence: SURF MAIN > SET F > SET A > SET U > EPIC Serial Number. Access and step through of the sequence is gained by repeated simultaneous 2 second presses of the A and S buttons. The EPIC reverts to the last Settings entered/saved when 24 hours elapse without a dive or after a dive. Alarms (Set A) and Utilities (Set U) Set Points can also be set/ changed using the PC Settings Upload program.
Setting FO2 for NORM Nitrox Dives: For each value of FO2, the Maximum Operating Depth (MOD) that can be achieved for the PO2 Alarm Set Point limit previously set, will be displayed.
Maximum Operating Depths affected by the PO2 limit set will not be displayed when FO2 for GAS 1 is set to AIR. Internally, the EPIC keeps track of the oxygen loading so that if FO2 for GAS 1 is subsequently set for a numerical value, the oxygen loading for previous AIR dives will be accounted for in the next Nitrox dive (during that dive period and series of repetitive dives).
SET FO2 GAS 1, information includes: > > > > > > Fig. 42 - SET FO2 GAS1 (AIR setting) Fig. 43 - SET FO2 GAS1 (32% O2 setting) 50 Graphic GAS1 PO2 Alarm Set Point with graphic PO2 Symbol FO2 and FO2 Set Point value, flashing Tank 1 icon representing GAS 1 Symbol NITROX (if set for a numerical value). Max Depth allowed for the PO2 Alarm Set (if 21 to 50%) Depressing and holding the S button while the Set Point is flashing will scroll the Set Points from AIR (Fig.
Depressing and holding the M button for 2 seconds or if no button is pressed for a period of 2 minutes operation will revert to the NORM or GAUG SURF MAIN screen. SET FO2 GAS 2, information includes: > > > > > > Graphic GAS2 PO2 Alarm Set Point with graphic PO2 Symbol FO2 and FO2 Set Point value, flashing Tank 2 icon representing GAS 2 Symbol NITROX (if set for a numerical value).
Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily and repeatedly (< 2 seconds) will step through the other SET F screens. Depressing the A and S buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds will save the setting and revert back to the SET F screen. Depressing and holding the M button for 2 seconds or if no button is pressed for a period of 2 minutes operation will revert to the NORM or GAUG SURF MAIN screen. SET FO2 GAS 3 information includes: > > > > > > Fig.
Depressing and holding the S button will resume the scroll through 100%, then stop at AIR (or 21 or the GAS2 setting). Pressing and releasing the S button (< 2 seconds) will advance FO2 in increments of 1% per press of the button. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the setting and/or advance to SET FO2 50% DEFAULT with the Set Point flashing. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily and repeatedly (< 2 seconds) will step through the other SET F screens.
Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the setting and revert to the SET F screen. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily and repeatedly (< 2 seconds) will step through the other SET F screens. Depressing and holding the M button for 2 seconds or if no button is pressed for a period of 2 minutes operation will revert to the NORM or GAUG SURF MAIN screen.
SET AUDIBLE ALARM This option allows the Audible Alarms and the associated red warning LED function to be disabled. Some cautionary situations will cause the Audible alarm to sound and the LED to flash even if this feature is set to OFF. SET AUDIBLE ALARM information includes (Fig. 48): > Graphic AUD > Set Point graphic ON (or OFF), flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button (< 2 seconds) will toggle between ON and OFF.
SET DEPTH ALARM information includes (Fig. 49): > Graphic DPTH > Symbols MAX and FT (or M) > Set Point graphic value, flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will step through the Set Points from 30 to 330 FT (10 to 100 M) in 10 FT (1 M) increments at a rate of 1 Set Point per press of the button. Depressing and holding the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 Set Points per second until it is released.
SET EDT (ELAPSED DIVE TIME) ALARM Information includes (Fig. 50): > Graphic EDT > Symbols DIVE and TIME. > Set Point value (hr:min), flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will increase the Set Point from 0:10 to 3:00 (hours:minutes) in 5 minute (:05) increments. Depressing and holding the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 Set Points per second until it is released.
Setting the NIBG Alarm to activate before the EPIC enters DECO is highly recommended. 58 Fig. 51 - SET NIBG SET NIBG (TISSUE LOADING BAR GRAPH) ALARM Information includes (Fig. 51): > Graphic NIBG > NIBG Set Point (segments), flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will decrease the Set Point from All 5 segments (Deco) to 1 in increments of 1 segment.
SET DTR (DIVE TIME REMAINING) ALARM Information includes (Fig. 52): > Graphic DTR > Symbols AIR, TIME, NDC, and O2. > Set Point value, flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will increase the Set Point from 0:00 to 0:20 (:minutes) in 1 minute (0:01) increments. Depressing and holding the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 Set Points per second until it is released.
The TURN Pressure Alarm only applies to TMT 1. SET TURN PRESSURE ALARM (for Transmitter 1 only) Information includes (Fig. 53): > Graphic TURN > Set Point OFF or a numeric value, flashing. > Symbol PSI (or M) Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will step through the Set Points from OFF to 1000 to 3000 PSI (70 to 205 BAR) in 250 PSI (5 BAR) increments.
SET END PRESSURE ALARM information includes (Fig. 54): > Graphic END > Set Point numeric value, flashing. > Symbol PSI (or M) Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will increase the Set Point from 300 to 1500 PSI (20 to 105 BAR) in 100 PSI (5 BAR) increments. Depressing and holding the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 Set Points per second until it is released.
Setting the PO2 Alarm to activate before reaching the Max allowed limit of 1.60 ATA is highly recommended. 62 Fig. 55 - SET PO2 SET PO2 ALARM information includes (Fig. 55): > Graphics PO2 and AtA > Set Point value, flashing. > Symbol MAX Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will increase the Set Point from 1.20 (ATA) to 1.60 (ATA) in .10 (ATA) increments.
SET U GROUP (UTILITIES) Set U Sequence: SET U > Wet Activation > Units > Safety Stop > Conservative Factor > Backlight Duration > Sampling Rate > TMT 1 > TMT 2-3 USE > TMT 2 (or BUD 1) > TMT 3 (or BUD 2). TMT is the abbreviation for Transmitter. BUD is the abbreviation for Buddy. HINT: The SET U Group can also be set/changed using the PC Settings Upload program. FREE Mode utilizes these settings for Wet Activation, Units, and Backlight Duration.
Prior to the first dive of a repetitive series, WET Activation must be set ON for the EPIC to enter Dive Mode while operating as a Watch. SET WET ACTIVATION information includes (Fig. 57): > Graphic WET > Set Point graphic ON (or OFF) flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button will toggle between ON and OFF. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the setting and/or advance to the SET UNITS screen with the Set Point flashing.
SET UNITS information includes (Fig. 58): > Graphic UNIT > Set Point symbols/graphics PSI, F, and FT (or BAR, C, and M), flashing. UNITS set will apply to NORM, GAUG, and FREE Modes. Pressing and releasing the S button will toggle between Imperial (F, FT, PSI) and Metric (C, M, BAR). Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will save the setting and/or advance to the SET SAFETY STOP screen with the Time Set Point flashing.
Refer to page 106 for a description of the No Decompression dive mode Safety Stop feature. Fig. 59 - SET SAFETY STOP 66 SET NORM SAFETY STOP information includes (Fig. 59): > Graphic SAFE > Symbols STOP and TIME. > Safety Stop Time Set Point, flashing. > Safety Stop Depth Set Point and symbol FT (or M). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds each time) will step through the Stop Time Set Points of OFF, 3:00, and 5:00 (minutes:seconds).
Depressing and holding the M button for 2 seconds or if no button is pressed for a period of 2 minutes operation will revert to the NORM or GAUG SURF MAIN screen. SET CONSERVATIVE FACTOR information includes (Fig. 60): > Graphic CONS > Set Point ON (or OFF), flashing. > Symbols TIME and NDC. Use the Conservative Factor option to help reduce your exposure to Decompression Sickness. Pressing and releasing the S button (< 2 seconds) will toggle between ON and OFF.
The Backlight will not remain On for the additional Duration time set if the L button is held depressed longer than 10 seconds. Fig. 61 - SET BACKLIGHT DURATION 68 NOTE: When the Conservative Factor is set ON, the No Deco Limit times are reduced to values equivalent to those that would be available at the next higher 3000 foot (915 meter) Altitude. Refer to the tables on Pages 166/167. SET BACKLIGHT DURATION information includes (Fig. 61): > Graphic GLOW. > Symbol TIME. > Set Point, flashing.
HINT: To change the Duration while operating in FREE Mode, first access the NORM SURF Mode. SET SAMPLING RATE information includes (Fig. 62): > Graphic SAMP > Symbol TIME. > Set Point, flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will step through the Set Points of 2, 15, 30, 60 (:XX seconds). Depressing and holding the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 Set Points per second until it is released.
TMT 1 is the Default Transmitter while on the Surface, prior to a dive and 10 minutes after a dive. 70 Fig. 63 - SET TMT 1 SET TMT 1 information includes (Fig. 63): > Graphics TMT1 and ON (or OFF) flashing. > Set Point (Transmitter's Serial Number (Link Code)). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle between ON and OFF. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will accept the ON/OFF selection.
Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily and repeatedly (< 2 seconds each time) will increase the Third Digit from 0 to 9 in increments of 1. Depressing and holding the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 per second. Pressing and releasing the A button (< 2 seconds) will accept the Third Digit of the Code and/or advance to the Fourth Digit which will be flashing.
SET TMT 2-3 USE information includes (Fig. 64): > Graphics TMT and 2-3 USE. > Set Point graphic SELF (or bud) flashing. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle between SELF and bud. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will accept the setting and/or advance to SET TMT 2 with ON or OFF flashing. Depressing the A and S buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds shall save the setting and revert back to the SET U screen.
SET TMT 2 (or BUD 1) information includes (Fig. 65): > Graphics TMT2 (or BUD1) and ON (or OFF) flashing. > Set Point (Transmitter's Serial Number (Link Code)). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle between ON and OFF. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will accept the ON/OFF selection. If OFF is selected, SET TMT 3 (or BUD 2) will be bypassed and the operation reverts to the SET U screen.
Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily and repeatedly (< 2 seconds each time) will increase the Third Digit from 0 to 9 in increments of 1. Depressing and holding the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 per second. Pressing and releasing the A button (< 2 seconds) will accept the Third Digit of the Code and/or advance to the Fourth Digit which will be flashing.
SET TMT 3 (or BUD 2) information includes (Fig. 66): > Graphics TMT3 (or BUD2), and ON (or OFF) flashing. > Set Point (Transmitter's Serial Number (Link Code)). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle between ON and OFF. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will accept the ON/OFF selection. If OFF is selected, the operation reverts to the SET U screen. If ON is selected, the first (left) digit of the Code will flash.
Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily and repeatedly (< 2 seconds each time) will increase the Third Digit from 0 to 9 in increments of 1. Depressing and holding the S button will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 per second. Pressing and releasing the A button (< 2 seconds) will accept the Third Digit of the Code and/or advance to the Fourth Digit which will be flashing.
SERIAL NUMBER (EPIC) Depressing the A and S buttons simultaneously for 8 seconds while viewing the NORM SURF MAIN screen will access the EPIC's SERIAL NUMBER screen displaying (Fig. 67): SN and Firmware Rev are set by the factory and cannot be changed by the user. > Graphic SN > Factory programmed Serial Number of the EPIC. > Firmware revision number (e.g., graphic r1A). Depressing the A and S buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds will revert to the NORM SURF MAIN screen.
NORM PLAN MODE AERIS strongly recommends that you review the Pre Dive Planning Sequence (PDPS) prior to every NORM dive to help you Plan your dive as required to avoid exceeding no decompression or oxygen exposure limits. This is especially important for repetitive dives when the PDPS indicates adjusted dive times that are available for the next dive, based on residual nitrogen or oxygen accumulation (whichever is in control) following the last dive and surface interval.
NOTE: When the Conservative Factor is set ON, No Decompression Dive times are reduced to the values of the next 3000 foot (915 meter) higher Altitude. If FO2 for GAS1 is set for a numerical value (21 to 50%), the NITROX graphic and Maximum Operating Depth defined by the PO2 ALARM Set Point will be displayed. If the limiting time factor is Oxygen controlled, the symbols TIME and O2 will be displayed. If Nitrogen controlled, the symbols TIME and NDC will be displayed.
PLAN MODE LEAD-IN information includes (Fig. 68): > > > > > Fig. 68 - PLAN MODE LEAD-IN SCREEN Press and release the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) to access the first screen (30 FT/9 M) of the Planning Sequence. PLAN SEQUENCE information includes (Fig. 69): > > > > > > > Fig. 69 - PLAN SEQUENCE 80 Graphic PLAN. PO2 Alarm Set Point and graphic PO2, if set for Nitrox. FO2 icon and FO2 Set Point for GAS 1. Tank 1 icon representing GAS 1. Symbol NITROX, if set for Nitrox.
FLY MODE Time to Fly is a counter that begins counting down 10 minutes after surfacing from a dive from 23:50 to 0:00 (hr:min). Two hours after a dive, the ATOM's operation reverts to the Watch Local Time screen (Main or Alternate, whichever one was selected as the Default screen) at which time the Time to Fly Countdown continues in the background. Access to the FLY screen is then gained by first accessing the NORM or GAUG SURF MAIN screen.
Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will advance to SAT MODE. Depressing and holding the M button for 2 seconds will revert to the NORM SURF MAIN screen. If no button is pressed during a 2 minute period, operation will revert to the NORM SURF MAIN screen. Pressing the L button will activate the Backlight.
Depressing and releasing the A button momentarily and repeatedly 3 times (< 2 seconds each time) while viewing the NORM SURF MAIN screen will access SAT MODE. (NORM SURF > PLAN > FLY > SAT) TIME TO DESAT information includes (Fig. 71): Time to Desaturate is a calculation based upon calculated residual nitrogen. > Graphic SAT and symbol TIME. > Countdown Time (hr:min).
After exceeding 24 dives, the most recent Dive completed will be added to the LOG and the oldest deleted. Dives will be numbered 1 to 24 starting at #1 each time a new series of dives begins. After it shuts Off 24 hours after a dive, the first dive of the next new series will be #1. During the first 10 minutes after a dive, pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) 1 time while the NORM SURF MAIN screen is displayed will access LOG MODE.
If that was a Nitrox dive, pressing and releasing the S button again will display that dives LOG DATA 2 screen (Oxygen Data). If in GAUGE MODE (Violated or User Selected), this screen will not be displayed. LOG screens remain on display until further button occurs. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) button will advance to the NORM SURF MAIN screen.
LOG DATA 1 information includes (Fig. 73): > Alpha graphic NO-D, DECO, GAUG, or VIOL. > NIBG with the maximum accumulation segment flashing, others fixed up to end-of-dive accumulation. All segments flashing for delayed and full violation. > Temperature (minimum recorded that dive) and graphic F (or C if metric). > Symbol DIVE TIME and Elapsed Dive Time (hours:minutes). > Symbols TIME and SURFACE.
LOG DATA 2 (if a Nitrox dive) information includes (Fig. 74): > Graphic O2. > O2 bar graph segments representing Oxygen accumulated at the end of the dive and symbol O2. > Value of Max PO2 achieved (ATA) and graphic PO2. > FO2 Set (GAS 1) for that dive and symbol FO2. > Tank 1 icon representing GAS 1. > Symbol NITROX. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) button will advance to the previous dive's LOG PREVIEW screen.
10 minutes after a Non Violation Dive, pressing and releasing the A button momentarily and repeatedly 5 times (< 2 seconds each time) while the NORM SURF MAIN screen is displayed will access the HISTORY MODE (NORM SURF > PLAN > FLY > SAT > LOG > HIST). 10 minutes after a Violation Dive, pressing and releasing the A button 3 times will access LOG MODE (SURF > FLY > LOG > HIST). PLAN and SAT MODES will not be available after a Violation Dive.
HISTORY 2 screen information includes (Fig. 76): > Graphic SEA (or EL 2 through EL 13), Altitude conducted. > Temperature, lowest recorded of all dives. > Maximum Depth achieved during all dives with symbols FT (or M) and MAX. Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) button will advance to the NORM SURF MAIN screen. Depressing and holding the M button for 2 seconds or if no button is pressed during a 2 minute period operation will revert to the NORM SURF MAIN screen.
OVERVIEW OF DISPLAYED SYMBOLS AND ICONS SYMBOLS BAR (or) PSI STOP TIME (or) DIVE TIME AIR TIME (or) TIME NDC (or) TIME O2 (or) TIME TAT (or) TIME SURF NITROX FO2 FT (or) M MAX MEANING Selected Tank's Pressure Units Ceiling Stop Time or Elapsed Dive Time (hr:min) or Dive # Air Time Remaining (hr:min) No Decompression Dive Time Remaining (hr:min) O2 Dive Time Remaining (hr:min) Ascent Time plus Deco Stop Times (hr:min) Elapsed Surface Interval Time (hr:min) FO2 for any GAS is set at a numerical value (=>21%
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Poor Reception Distance (greater than 6 feet/2 meters) Poor Reception Area Best Reception Area Poor Reception Area 92 Poor Reception Area Poor Reception Area Transmitter Signal Reception Guide
POSITIONING OF THE EPIC The Transmitters (TMTs) emit low frequency signals that radiate outward in semicircular patterns that are parallel to the length dimension of the TMT. A coiled antenna inside the EPIC receives the signals when it is positioned within a zone parallel to or at a 45 degree angle to the TMT as illustrated on page 92. The EPIC cannot effectively receive a signal when it is held out to the sides of the TMT or held at distances greater than 6 feet (2 meters) in front of the TMT.
An interruption of the TMT Link may also occur while the EPIC is in an area within 3 to 4 feet (1 meter) of a running Dive Propulsion Vehicle. The Link will be restored within 4 seconds after the Vehicle is shut off or the EPIC is moved out of that area. When using a Strobe, a temporary interruption may occur shortly after the Strobe flashes. The Link will be restored within 4 seconds.
No Decompression Dive Time Remaining (NDC) No Decompression Dive Time Remaining is the maximum amount of time that you can stay at your present Depth before entering a Decompression situation. It is calculated based on the amount of Nitrogen absorbed by hypothetical tissue compartments. The rates each of these compartments absorb and release Nitrogen is mathematically modeled and compared against a maximum allowable Nitrogen level.
Oxygen Accumulation Time Remaining (OTR) a When the EPIC is set for Nitrox operation, Oxygen Accumulation (saturation or exposure) during a dive, or 24 hour period, appears graphically as the O2 Bar Graph (Fig. 80a) when the Alternate #2 (O2) screen is accessed. As time remaining before reaching the Oxygen Exposure Limit decreases, segments are added to the O2 Bar Graph. Fig.
Air Consumption and Depth are continuously monitored and Air Time Remaining reflects any change in circumstances. For example, when a buddy starts breathing from your Octopus or you suddenly find yourself swimming against a strong current and begin breathing more rapidly, the EPIC will recognize the change and adjust the Air Time Remaining accordingly.
You should immediately initiate a controlled Ascent while monitoring your Tank Pressure. However, there is no reason to panic, the EPIC has allowed for the Air necessary for a safe Ascent including the No Deco Safety Stop, if set On, and any Decompression Stops required.
At 60 FT (18 M) and shallower, the Warning will be given when Ascent Rates exceed 25 FPM (7.5 MPM). Ascent Rate Alarm At depths deeper than 60 FT (18 M), an Alarm will sound when Ascent Rates exceed 60 FPM (20 MPM). At 60 FT (18 M) and shallower, the Alarm will sound when Ascent Rates exceed 30 FPM (10 MPM). The Audible will sound, the red LED will flash, and the message SLOW > SLOW will scroll on/off at the top of the screen.
Dive Main > Alternate 1 (ATR) > Alternate 2 (O2 Data, if set for Nitrox) A Secondary Display can be accessed by pressing the A button for 2 seconds. It will also automatically revert to the Dive Main Display after 3 seconds. Main > Secondary (Temperature and Time of Day) The S button is used to acknowledge and silence Alarms. The L button is used to activate the Backlight.
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WET CONTACTS The Wet Contact Dive Mode Activation feature is active any time WET ACTIVATION is set ON. The EPIC is configured with contacts that will automatically activate Dive Mode when the space between the contacts is bridged by a conductive material (immersed in water) and it senses a Depth of 5 FT (1.5 M). Fig. 85 - MAIN TIME WET The contacts are the pins of the PC Interface Data Port and the stems of the Push Buttons.
NORM NO DECOMPRESSION DIVE MODE When the Wet Activation feature is set ON, the EPIC will enter the NORM No Decompression Dive Mode any time you descend to 5 FT (1.5 M). When the Wet Activation feature is set OFF, the EPIC will not enter Dive Mode upon descent unless it is operating in one of the NORM Dive Computer modes (menus) at that time. Modes such as Surface Mode, Plan, Fly, etc.
During the time that an Alarm is sounding, Alternate, Secondary, and Gas Switch Preview displays cannot be accessed. While the NORM DIVE MAIN screen is displayed, press/ release the A button (< 2 sec) to view NORM DIVE ALT 1. While the NORM DIVE ALT 1 screen is displayed, press/ release the A button (< 2 sec) to view NORM DIVE ALT 2. Press/hold the A button (2 sec) to view the Secondary Display (Temperature/Time).
NORM DIVE NO DECO ALT 2 DISPLAY (if set for Nitrox), Information includes (Fig. 89) > O2 Bar Graph and symbol O2 (O2 accumulated) > TMT Link icon, if a TMT is active and linked > Graphic GAS1 (or 2 or 3) > Level of PO2 (ATA) with graphic PO2 > FO2 Setting and symbol FO2 > Tank icon representing the GAS selected (1, 2, or 3) > Symbol NITROX (if set for Nitrox) > Current Depth and symbol FT (or M) Fig. 89 - NORM DIVE NO DECO ALT 2 The display will revert to the MAIN Display after 3 seconds.
NORM DIVE NO DECO SAFETY STOP Upon ascending to the Safety Stop Depth set on any No Decompression dive in which Depth exceeded 30 FT (9 M), a short beep will be emitted and a Safety Stop at the Depth set will appear on the display with a countdown timer that begins at the Safety Stop Time set and counts down to 0:00 (min:sec). The Safety Stop will be displayed until the countdown times out, or you descend below 30 FT (10 M), or you surface.
Press/release the A button to view the NORM MAIN and ALT Displays Press/hold the A button (2 sec) to view Temperature/Time Press/release the L button to activate the Backlight Press/release the S button to acknowledge/silence Alarms DECOMPRESSION DIVE MODE The EPIC is designed to help you by providing a representation of how close you are to entering Decompression. Decompression Dive Mode activates when theoretical No Decompression time and depth limits are exceeded.
Once you are within 10 FT (3 M) of, and below, the Required Stop Depth, the UP Arrow will be removed. At any time during the dive Depress the L button to activate the Backlight. Press/release the S button to acknowledge/silence Alarms. Press/hold the A button (2 sec) to view the common Secondary Display (Temperature/Time). Managing Decompression Stops To fulfill your decompression obligation, you should make a safe controlled Ascent to a depth slightly deeper than (Fig.
DECO STOP MAIN Display (Default), information provided includes (Fig.
DECO STOP ALT 1 DISPLAY, information includes (Fig. 95) > Tissue Loading Bar Graph (all segments) > Graphic TMT1 (or 2 or 3), Link icon, and Tank Pressure with the PSI (or BAR) icon, if a TMT is active and linked > Elapsed Dive Time (hr:min) with symbols DIVE and TIME > Air Time Remaining (hr:min) with symbols AIR and TIME > Tank icon representing the GAS selected (1, 2, or 3) > Symbol NITROX (if set for Nitrox) > Max Depth with icons FT (or M) and MAX Fig.
DECO SECONDARY DISPLAY, information includes (Fig. 97)> Day of the Week graphic (MON, TUE, etc.) > Temperature with icon and graphic F (or C) > Time of Day (hr:min:sec) This will be the Default Watch Time (Main or Alternate). The display will revert to the DECO MAIN after 3 seconds.
If you descend below the required Decompression Ceiling before 5 minutes have elapsed, the EPIC will continue to function in Decompression Dive Mode. In this case, no off gassing Credit will be given, and for each minute above the Ceiling 11/2 minutes of Penalty Time will be added to Required Stop Time. The added Penalty (decompression) Time will have to be 'worked off' first, before obtaining off gassing credit.
DELAYED VIOLATION #2 (Fig. 100) The EPIC cannot calculate Decompression times for Stop Depths much greater than 60 FT (18 M) and offers no indication of how much time spent underwater would result in the need for a greater Stop Depth. If the Decompression obligation requires a Ceiling Stop Depth between 60 FT (18 M) and 70 FT (21 M), the NIBG will flash and the graphic message DECO > STOP > 60F (18M) will scroll at the top of the display. Fig.
Upon ascending above 330 FT (100 M), the Current Depth display will be restored, however Max Depth will only display 3 dashes for the remainder of that dive. Also, the Log for that dive will display 3 dashes as the Max Depth achieved. IMMEDIATE VIOLATION AND VIOLA GAUGE MODE If a Decompression Ceiling Stop Depth much greater than 60 FT (18 M) is required, an Immediate Violation Mode will be entered. This situation would be preceded by entering Delayed Violation Mode #2.
The EPIC will also enter an Immediate Violation Mode (Violation Gauge Mode) 5 minutes surfacing from a dive in which a Delayed Violation occurred. Violation Gauge Mode on the Surface does not allow access to the SET F, PLAN, FLY, and SAT features/screens. The countdown timer that appears when you try to access Time to Fly does not represent Time to Fly. It is only provided to inform you of the time remaining before normal EPIC Dive Computer operation can resume with full features and functions.
If a High PO2 condition occurs while in Deco Mode, the message HIGH > PO2 will replace the DECO HIGH PO2 When partial pressure of oxygen (PO2) becomes equal to, or greater than, 0.2 ATA less than the PO2 Alarm Set Point (a SET A Group setting); the red LED warning light will flash, the Audible Alarm will sound, and the message HIGH > PO2 will scroll until the Alarm is acknowledged/silenced. message until PO2 < 1.60. The graphic PO2 and UP Arrow will appear solid on the MAIN Display (Fig.
HIGH OXYGEN ACCUMULATION The O2 Bar Graph displays either oxygen accumulated during that nitrox dive, or during the repetitive nitrox dives you conduct during that 24 hour period, whichever of the two is greater at that time. The O2 Bar Graph allows you to monitor how close you are coming to the limits of oxygen exposure. Refer to page 167 for a Chart of NOAA Oxygen Exposure Limits.
SUMMARY OF NORM/GAUG WARNING AND ALARM MESSAGES MESSAGE MEANING DECO > STOP > xxF (M) DOWN > TO > xxF (M) DECO > STOP > 60F (18M) HIGH > PO2 UP > HIGH > PO2 UP > HIGH > O2 TOO > DEEP UP > VIOL SLOW > SLOW LOW > AIR > TIME LOW > DIVE > TIME TURN > GAS > ALRM END > GAS > ALRM TIME > TOO > LONG UP > HIGH > NI TMT1 > LINK > LOST TMT1 > NotAvAil DONT > SWCH Entry into Decompression Mode. Above a Required Decompression Stop Depth. Deco Stop greater than 60 FT (18 M) required. High PO2 while in Deco Mode.
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SWITCHING GAS MIXES (NORM only) During NORM Dives, the EPIC can be manually switched from GAS 1 to GAS 2 to GAS 3, changing FO2 displays and calculations from the FO2 value set for GAS 1 to the FO2 value set for GAS 2 to the FO2 value set for GAS 3, and if TMTs (Transmitters) are used, changing Pressure related displays and calculations from TMT 1 to TMT 2 to TMT 3.
Due to the possibility that sufficient air may not be available in the Switch From tank to complete the dive, the Switch to the prohibitive Mix can still be made. If the Switch is made to the prohibitive Mix while in NORM NO DECO DIVE Mode, the High PO2 Alarm will activate. If the Switch is made to the prohibitive Mix while in DECO DIVE Mode, the message HIGH > PO2 will replace the scrolling DECO message until the High PO2 condition clears.
GAS 1 SWITCH PREVIEW DISPLAY Information includes (Fig. 108) > NIBG, representing Nitrogen Loading. > Graphic GAS1 > FO2 Set Point for GAS 1 and the symbol FO2 > Tank icon representing GAS 1 > Symbol NITROX > Current Depth and symbol FT (or M) Fig. 108 - GAS 1 SWITCH PREVIEW Press/release the M button momentarily (< 2 seconds) to access the GAS 2 Switch Preview Display for 10 seconds. GAS 2 SWITCH PREVIEW DISPLAY Information includes (Fig. 109) > NIBG, representing Nitrogen Loading.
TO SWITCH FO2 FROM GAS 1 TO GAS 2 Depressing the M button for 2 seconds while viewing the GAS 2 Switch Preview Display will manually Switch the ATOM's FO2 from GAS 1 to GAS 2 and the ATOM's Receiver from TMT 1 to TMT 2 (if active). When the switch is made, the NORM MAIN DIVE Display (Fig. 110) will represent GAS 2 and display the Pressure of Tank 2 (if active). Air Time Remaining is then calculated based on TMT 2.
GAS 3 SWITCH PREVIEW DISPLAY Information includes (Fig. 111) > NIBG, representing Nitrogen Loading. > Graphic GAS3 > FO2 Set Point for GAS 3 and the symbol FO2 > Tank icon representing GAS 3 > Symbol NITROX > Current Depth and symbol FT (or M) Press/release the M button momentarily (< 2 seconds) to access the GAS 1 Switch Preview Display for 10 seconds.
BUDDY PRESSURE CHECK (NORM only) During NORM Dives, the EPIC can be used to check (display) Tank Pressure of 1 or 2 buddies whose TMT Link Codes (Serial Numbers) have been entered as TMT 2 and TMT 3 in the EPIC's SET U menu. NOTE: Using the EPIC for a Buddy Pressure Check cannot be performed when TMT 2-3 USE is set for SELF (Gas Switching).
Pressing and releasing the M button momentarily (< 2 seconds) while the TMT 2-3 USE screen is displayed (with the setting BUD) will start a Search for BUDDY 1 (TMT 2) displaying the graphics BUD and SEArCH (Fig. 113) for a maximum of 5 seconds. Fig. 113 - BUDDY SEARCH Fig. 114 - BUDDY 1 PRESSURE CHECK NOTE: No further button action is required.
TO BUDDY PRESSURE CHECK ON SURFACE A Buddy Pressure Check can be accomplished when on the Surface by accessing the TMT Status Check screens while the NORM SURF MAIN screen is being displayed. Depressing and holding the S button for 2 seconds will activate the EPIC's Receiver and access the TMT Status screens and Pressures of the Tanks reporting. Fig. 116 - TMT 1 STATUS TMT 2 and TMT 3 Battery Status is not displayed when TMT 2-3 USE is set for BUD (Buddy Pressure Check).
NORM DIVE MAIN TMT 2-3 USE Set for SELF M 2 sec << or >> M < 2 sec Switches from Gas 3/TMT 3 to Gas 1/TMT 1 (after 3 sec) GAS 1 PREVIEW M 2 sec M < 2 sec Switches from Gas 1/TMT 1 to Gas 2/TMT 2 (after 3 sec) M 2 sec GAS 2 PREVIEW M < 2 sec Switches from Gas 2/TMT 2 to Gas 3/TMT 3 (after 3 sec) 128 M 2 sec GAS 3 PREVIEW M < 2 sec TMT 2-3 USE Set for BUD M < 2 sec GAS SWITCHING or BUDDY PRESSURE CHECK BUD SEARCH 2 to 5 sec BUD1 PRESSURE 3 sec BUD2 PRESSURE 3 sec Back to NORM DIVE MAIN
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POST DIVE SURFACE MODE When you ascend to 2 FT (0.6 M), the EPIC will enter Surface Mode and begin counting your Surface Interval. TRANSITION PERIOD If you descend during the first 10 minutes after surfacing (referred to as the Transition Period), time underwater will be considered a continuation of that dive. The time at the surface (if less than 10 minutes) will not be added as Dive Time. Transition Period information on the surface includes (Fig. 119): > NIBG, representing Nitrogen loading.
To view that dive's Log during the Transition Period Press and release the A button (< 2 seconds) to access the Preview screen (Fig. 120). Press the S button to view the Log 1 screen (Nitrogen data). Press the S button again to view the Log 2 screen (Oxygen data), if a Nitrox dive. Press the S button again to return to the NORM SURF screen. The screen will revert to NORM SURF after 2 minutes if no button is pressed. Fig.
To activate the Backlight - Press the L button at any time. To access NORM PLAN Mode (refer to page 78) - Press the A button 1 time while NORM SURF MAIN is displayed. The Planning Sequence now displays adjusted No Decompression Limits based on residual nitrogen and accumulated oxygen calculated to be remaining from the previous dives. To access the FLY Mode (refer to page 81) - Press/release the A button 2 times while NORM SURF MAIN is displayed.
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GAS 1 and TMT 1 are the Defaults for GAUG Mode, GAS 2/3 and TMT 2/3 are not available in GAUG Mode. GAUGE MODE When Gauge Mode (GAUG) is selected as the Operating Mode, the EPIC will operate as a Digital Depth Gauge/Timer without performing nitrogen and oxygen calculations. To access GAUG Operating Mode while Watch MAIN TIME is displayed, press the M button 2 times (2 seconds each time), or while the NORM SURF MAIN screen is displayed, press the M button 1 time for 2 seconds.
Press/release the A button to access Fly, Log, and History. Press/hold the A button for 2 seconds to view the common Secondary Display (Temperature and Time of Day). Press/hold the A and S buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds to access the SET menu (F > A > U > T). Press/release the S button acknowledge/silence Alarms. Press/hold the S button for 2 seconds to access Battery/ TMT Status screens. Press the L button to activate the Backlight.
Press/release the A button to access the GAUG ALT display. Press/hold the A button for 2 seconds to view the common Secondary screen (Temperature and Time of Day) for 3 seconds. Press/release the S button acknowledge/silence Alarms. Press the L button to activate the Backlight. GAUG DIVE ALT DISPLAY, information provided includes (Fig.
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FREE Mode uses the NORM/GAUG settings for >> Time/Date >> Wet Activation >> Units FREE DIVE MODE When FREE (Free Dive Mode) is selected as the Operating Mode, the EPIC will operate as a Digital Depth Gauge with select features. Nitrogen loading is calculated based upon a default FO2 of AIR and the amount remaining during 24 hours is carried over between FREE and NORM Operating Modes.
Press the L button to activate the Backlight. Depress the A button for 2 seconds to access the common Secondary screen (Temperature and Time of Day) for 3 seconds then the FREE SURF ALT Display for 3 seconds. Pressing and releasing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will access the FREE SURF Count Down TIMER Status Display allowing you to Set/Start/Stop the CD Timer.
Press the L button to activate the Backlight. The display will revert to FREE SURF MAIN after 3 seconds or if the A button is pressed momentarily. FREE MODE COUNTDOWN TIMER (CDT) Fig. 127 - CDT ON/RUNNING Pressing the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) while viewing the FREE SURF MAIN screen will access the FREE SURF CDT STATUS screen. FREE SURF CDT STATUS DISPLAY, information includes (Fig.
An ON/OFF toggle is prevented when S is operated to acknowledge/silence the Daily Alarm. Press the L button to activate the Backlight. Pressing the A button momentarily (< 2 sec), or depressing the M button for 2 seconds, or if no button is pressed during a period of 2 minutes, will revert the Display to the FREE SURF MAIN screen.
SET FREE CDT STATUS DISPLAY (SURFACE ONLY), information includes (Fig. 129) > Graphics TIMR and SEt, solid. > TIME symbol and Timer setting (min:sec), colon solid, MINUTE Set Point flashing. Fig. 129 - SET FREE CDT Fig. 130 - FREE CDT SET 142 Depressing and holding the S button while the MINUTE Set Point is flashing will scroll through the Set Points at a rate of 4 per second from 0: to 59: in 1 Minute (1:) increments.
FREE DIVE EDT (ELAPSED DIVE TIME) ALARM The FREE EDT Alarm is factory set for 30 seconds. When set ON, the Alarm will sound 3 short beeps and the message TIME will be displayed momentarily every 30 seconds while the EPIC is operating underwater in FREE DIVE Mode. Depressing the A and S buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds while the FREE SURF MAIN screen is displayed, will access SET FREE EDT ALARM with the Set Point flashing.
The Set Point for the NORM/GAUG Depth Alarm does not affect the FREE Depth Alarms. FREE DIVE DEPTH ALARMS (FDA) The EPIC features 3 FREE Dive DEPTH Alarms that can be Set at progressively deeper Depths and turned OFF/ON. > If Alarm 1 is set OFF, then Alarms 2 and 3 will be disabled. > If Alarm 2 is set OFF, Alarm 3 will be disabled. When each of the Depths are reached during a dive, 3 short beeps will sound 3 times and the message DPTH will be displayed 3 times.
SET FREE DEPTH ALARM 1 (FDA1) DISPLAY, information includes (Fig. 132) > Graphic FDA1. > Set Point ON or OFF, flashing. > Depth Set Point graphic value, flashing if ON is displayed. > Symbols MAX and FT (or M). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle the Set Point between ON and OFF. If set ON, the Depth value displayed will flash.
The range of available FDA 2 Set Points begins at the next FT/M value greater than the FDA 1 Alarm Set Point. Fig. 133 - SET FREE DEPTH ALARM 2 146 SET FREE DEPTH ALARM 2 (FDA2) DISPLAY, information includes (Fig. 133) > Graphic FDA2. > Set Point ON or OFF, flashing. > Depth Set Point graphic value, flashing if ON is displayed. > Symbols MAX and FT (or M). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle the Set Point between ON and OFF.
SET FREE DEPTH ALARM 3 (FDA3) DISPLAY, information includes (Fig. 134) > Graphic FDA3. > Set Point ON or OFF, flashing. > Depth Set Point graphic value, flashing if ON is displayed. > Symbols MAX and FT (or M). Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle the Set Point between ON and OFF. If set ON, the Depth value displayed will flash.
FREE DIVE MAIN DISPLAY (DEFAULT), information includes (Fig. 135) > Graphic FREE > NIBG, if any Nitrogen remaining from previous NORM or FREE Dives conducted within the previous 24 hours. > Temperature with degrees symbol and graphic F (or C) > Symbols DIVE and TIME and Elapsed Dive Time (min:sec). > Current Depth and symbol FT (or M). Fig. 135 - FREE DIVE MAIN Press and release the A button momentarily (< 2 seconds) to access the FREE CDT (Count Down Timer) STATUS screen.
Pressing and releasing the S button momentarily (< 2 seconds) will toggle between ON and OFF. If a Time has been set, a toggle from OFF to ON will start the CD TIMER indicated by the colon flashing (Fig. 137). Pressing the L button will activate the Backlight. Depressing and holding the M button for 2 seconds will revert to the FREE DIVE MAIN screen. If no button is pressed during a period of 10 seconds, the display will revert to the FREE DIVE MAIN screen. FREE DIVE ALARMS Fig.
FREE DIVE DEPTH ALARM(S) When Depth reaches the FREE DEPTH ALARM 1 Set Point selected, 3 short beeps will sound 3 times, the red LED will flash, and the message DPTH will appear on the display 3 times momentarily (Fig. 139), then revert to the message FREE. The beeps and message will be repeated when Depth reaches the FREE DEPTH ALARM 2 and 3 Set Points selected, if set ON. Fig.
When Nitrogen Loading increases to the Caution level indicated by 4 segments displayed as the NIBG and the UP Arrow appearing solid, 3 short beeps will sound 3 times, the red LED will flash, and the message UP > HIGH > NI will appear on the display (Fig. 141). After the beeps, the message will continue to scroll until the NIBG recedes to 3 segments at which time the message will change to FREE and the UP Arrow will be removed.
WARNING: If your EPIC stops working for any reason while operating as a Dive Computer, it is important that you have anticipated this possibility and are prepared for it. This is an important reason for not pushing the no decompression and oxygen exposure limits, and a critical reason to avoid entering decompression. If you dive in situations where your trip would be ruined or your safety would be jeopardized by losing the use of your EPIC, a backup instrument system is highly recommended.
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UPLOADING SETTINGS AND DOWNLOADING DATA The EPIC is configured with a Data Port located on the back of the left side that enables it to be connected to a PC through a USB port using the special Interface Cable supplied. A USB Driver is provided on the CD as part of the Interface System. The Settings Upload portion of the program provided can be used to set/change the EPICs Main Time, Date, Set A group (Alarms), and Set U group (Utilities) using the same Interface System.
PC compatibility requirements: IBM®, or compatible, Personal Computer with USB Port Intel® Pentium 200 MHz or better microprocessor Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition, ME, NT, 2000, or XP Super VGA card or compatible video graphics adaptor (256 color or greater) with a minimum 800 X 600 pixel screen area of display settings 16MB of available RAM 20MB of available hard drive storage Mouse CD Rom drive Printer (optional) For software updates, refer to the AERIS web site. www.diveaeris.
CARE AND CLEANING Protect your EPIC from shock, excessive temperatures, exposure to chemicals, and tampering. Protect the lens against scratches with a Instrument Lens Protector. Small scratches will naturally disappear underwater. Soak and rinse the EPIC in fresh water at the end of each day of diving, and check to ensure that the areas around the Low Pressure (Depth) Sensor (Fig. 143a), PC Interface Data Port (Fig. 143b), and Buttons are free of debris or obstructions.
AERIS recommends that you continue to have an inspection performed every year to ensure it is working properly. The costs of annual inspections are not covered under the terms of the 2 year limited warranty. To Obtain Service: Take your EPIC system to an Authorized AERIS Dealer. To return your EPIC system to AERIS: Record all dive data in the Log and/or download the data in memory. All data will be erased during factory service. Package it using a protective cushioning material.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT NOTE: The procedures that follow must be closely adhered to. Damage due to improper Battery replacement is not covered by the EPIC's 2 year warranty. When replacing the Battery in the EPIC, it is recommended that you also replace the Battery(s) in the Transmitter(s), and vice-versa. The Battery Compartment(s) should only be opened in a dry and clean environment with extreme care taken to prevent the entrance of moisture or dust.
CAUTION: Damage due to improper Battery replacement is not covered by the product's limited 2 year warranty. EPIC (Watch) Battery Removal Locate the Battery Compartment on the back of the unit. Rotate the Battery Hatch clockwise 10 degrees using the special Battery Hatch Tool provided (Fig. 144), or by pushing the lower portion to the left while pushing the upper portion to the right (Fig. 145). Fig. 144 - BATTERY HATCH REMOVAL (Tool) Lift the Hatch with O-ring up and away from the Housing.
Transmitter Battery Removal Locate the Battery Hatch on the End of the Housing: Apply a coin to the recessed slot of the Hatch and turn it counter clockwise out of the Housing (Fig. 147). Remove the Battery from the Battery Compartment and discard according to local regulations governing disposal of Lithium batteries. Inspection Closely check all of the sealing surfaces for any signs of damage that might impair proper sealing.
Inspection (continued) - Closely examine the threads of the Battery Hatch(es) and Housing(s) for any signs of damage that might prevent proper threading. Closely examine the inside of the Battery Compartment(s) for any signs of corrosion indicating entrance of moisture into the unit. If corrosion is found, return the EPIC system to an Authorized AERIS Dealer, and DO NOT attempt to use it until it has received factory service.
NOTE: The EPIC's O-ring must be a genuine AERIS part that can be purchased from an Authorized AERIS Dealer. Use of any other O-ring will void the warranty. Fig. 150 - EPIC BATTERY HATCH INSTALLATION Carefully place the Battery Hatch (with O-ring) into position on the rim of the Battery Compartment, then press it evenly and completely down into place. Maintain the Battery Hatch securely in place and turn it counter clockwise 10 degrees using the special Battery Hatch tool provided (Fig.
Place a new 3 volt, CR2, Lithium Battery (Duracell model DLCR2 or equivalent) positive (+) side down into the Battery Compartment with the negative end facing up/out (Fig. 153). Ensure that the Battery is properly oriented and the Hatch O-ring is evenly seated around the Battery Hatch. Carefully place the Battery Hatch with Spring into the Housing and turn clockwise slowly by hand to ensure proper threading. Apply a coin and tighten until secure.
INSTALLING A TRANSMITTER ON A REGULATOR To install the Transmitter on the Regulator First Stage: Remove the existing Pressure Gauge and High Pressure Hose, or the High Pressure Port Plug from the Port marked HP using the proper size Hex Key. Lightly lubricate the O-ring and Threads of the Transmitter fitting with a halocarbon based lubricant such as ChristoLube MCG111 (provided in AERIS Battery Kits). Thread the Transmitter clockwise by hand into the Regulator's HP Port (Fig.
ALTITUDE SENSING AND ADJUSTMENT Prior to the first dive of a series of repetitive dives, ALTITUDE (i.e., Ambient Pressure) is measured upon activation of Dive Surface Mode and every 15 minutes until a dive is made or operation reverts to Main Time after 2 hours. > While it is operating in Watch Modes after a dive, measurements are taken every 15 minutes during the 24 hour period after surfacing. > Measurements are only taken when the unit is dry.
When the Conservative Factor feature is set ON, allowable dive times are calculated based upon the next higher 3,000 foot (915 meter) Altitude. All adjustments for Altitudes greater than 11,000 feet (3,355 meters) are then made to allowable dive times for 14,000 feet (4,270 meters). If the Conservative Factor is set ON while at Sea Level, calculations are based upon an Altitude of 3,000 feet. The EPIC will not function as a Dive Computer above 14,000 feet (4,270 meters).
METRIC NO DECOMPRESSION LIMITS (HOURS:MINUTES) AT ALTITUDE Altitude (meters) 0` to 610` Depth (meters) 9 4:43 12 2:24 15 1:25 18 0:59 21 0:41 24 0:32 27 0:25 30 0:20 33 0:17 36 0:14 39 0:11 42 0:09 45 0:08 48 0:07 51 0:06 54 0:06 57 0:05 611` 916` 1221` 1526` 1831` 2136` 2441` 2746` 3051` 3356` 3661` 3966` to to to to to to to to to to to to 915` 1220` 1525` 1830` 2135` 2440` 2745` 3050` 3355` 3660` 3965` 4270` 3:51 2:03 1:10 0:49 0:34 0:27 0:21 0:17 0:14 0:11 0:09 0:08 0:07 0:06 0:06 0:05 0:05 3:37 1:5
SPECIFICATIONS CAN BE USED AS Watch Dive Computer (Air or Nitrox) Digital Depth Gauge/Timer Free Dive activity With or without up to 3 Transmitters NO DECOMPRESSION MODEL Basis: Modified Haldanean Algorithm 12 tissue compartments Data Base: Diving Science and Technology (DSAT) - Rogers/ Powell Dive Computer Performance: Tissue compartment halftimes (mins.
SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) NORM/GAUG SET MODES Set F Group (FO2 items): > FO2 GAS1 (Air, 21 to 50%) > FO2 GAS2 (Air, 21 to 100%) > FO2 GAS3 (Air, 21 to 100%) > FO2 Default (On/Off) Factory Settings: > Air > Air > Air > On Set A Group (Alarms): > Audible Alarm / LED Warning (On/Off) > Max Depth Alarm (30 to 330 FT /10 to 100 M) > Elapsed Dive Time Alarm (:10 to 3:00 hr:min) > Max NIBG Alarm (1 to 5 segments) > Dive Time Remaining Alarm (:00 to :20 min) > Turn Press Alarm (Off, 1000 to 3000 PSI / 70 t
SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) NORM No Decompression Dive Displays: Main (default) - NIBG, Pressure, Dive Time Remaining, Current Depth Alternate #1 - NIBG, Tank Identifier, Pressure, Elapsed Dive Time, Air Time Remaining, Max Depth Alternate #2 - O2BG, Gas Identifier, Current PO2, FO2 Set Point, Current Depth Secondary - Day of Week, Temperature, Time of Day (hr:min:sec) Safety Stop - NIBG, Pressure, Stop Depth, Stop Time, Dive Time Remaining, Current Depth NORM Decompression Dive Displays: Main (d
SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) NUMERIC DISPLAYS: Dive Number Current Depth Maximum Depth Gas 1 FO2 Set Point Gas 2 FO2 Set Point Gas 2 FO2 Set Point PO2 Value Dive Time Remaining Air Time Remaining Total Ascent Time No Deco Safety Stop Time Decompression Stop Time Norm/Gaug Elapsed Dive Time Free Elapsed Dive Time Surface Interval Time Free Surface Interval Time Dive Log Surface Interval Time to Fly Time to Desaturate Temperature Cylinder Pressure Time of D
SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) BAR GRAPH Nitrogen Loading Bar Graph: No Decompression zone Decompression zone segments 1 to 4 5 (all) Oxygen (O2) Bar Graph: Normal zone Danger zone segments 1 to 4 5 (all) OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE Function: Depth Timers Accuracy: ±1% of full scale 1 second per day Dive Counter: NORM/GAUG displays Dives #1 to 24, FREE displays #1 to 99 0 if no dive made yet Resets to Dive #1, upon diving (after 24 hours with no dives) NORM/GAUG Dive Log Mode: Stores 24 most
SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE (continued) Power: EPIC (Watch) Battery 1 - 3 vdc, CR2430, Lithium battery Transmitter Battery 1 - 3 vdc, CR2, .
INSPECTION / SERVICE RECORD EPIC Serial Number: _________________________________ EPIC Firmware Revision: _________________________________ Transmitter #1 Serial Number: _________________________________ Transmitter #2 Serial Number: _________________________________ Transmitter #3 Serial Number: _________________________________ Date of Purchase: ____________ Purchased from: __________________________ Below to be filled in by an Authorized AERIS Dealer: Date 174 Service Performed Dealer / Technician
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