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Oceanic Personal Dive Computer Veo 100Nx Operating Manual

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    Veo 100nx personal dive computer operating manual.

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    2 limited two-year warranty for details, refer to the product warranty registration card provided. 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 m...

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    3 contents notices ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 full lcd ...........................................................................................................

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    4 contents (continued) set mode ................................................................................................................................................................ 20 set mode access and timing ................................................................................

  • Page 5: With This Warning Symbol

    5 contents (continued) post dive modes ....................................................................................................... 45 post dive surface mode .................................................................................................................................. ...

  • Page 6: Lcd Display

    6 lcd display components: a. Icon - operating mode b. Icon - descend arrow icon - deco ceiling stop bar icon - ascend arrow c. Graphic - maximum po2 d. Tissue loading bar graph e. Graphic - maximum depth f. Icon - log mode g. Icon - dive no. H. Icon - temperature i. Graphic - depth j. Variable ascen...

  • Page 7: Features And Displays

    7 features and displays warning: prior to diving with the veo 100nx, you must also read and understand the oceanic dive computer safety and reference manual, doc. No. 12-2262, which provides important warnings and safety recommendations as well as general product information..

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    8 introduction welcome to oceanic and thank you for choosing the veo 100nx ! It is extremely important that you read this operating manual in sequence and understand it completely before attempting to use the veo 100nx. It is equally important that you read the oceanic dive computer safety and refer...

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    9 bar graphs tissue loading bar graph (tlbg) the tissue loading bar graph (fig. 1a) represents tissue loading of nitrogen, showing your relative no decompression or decom- pression status. As your depth and elapsed dive time increase, segments will add to the graph, and as you ascend to shallower de...

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    10 oxygen accumulation bar graph (o2bg) the o2 bar graph (fig. 2a) represents oxygen loading, show- ing the maximum of either per dive accumulated oxygen, or 24 hour period accumulated oxygen. As your oxygen exposure (accumulation) increases during the dive, segments will add to the bar graph, and a...

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    11 alpha / numeric displays each numeric and graphic display represents a unique piece of information. It is imperative that you understand the formats, ranges, and values of the information represented to avoid any possible mis- understanding that could result in error. Depth displays during a dive...

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    12 time displays time displays are shown in hour:minute format (i.E., 1:16 represents 1 hour and 16 minutes, not 116 minutes!). The colon that separates hours and minutes blinks once per second when the display is indicating real time (e.G., elapsed dive time), and is solid (non-blinking) when times...

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    13 power supply the veo 100nx utilizes one (1) type cr 2450 lithium 3 volt cell that should provide 300 hours of continuous, or 50 activation periods, of operation. If you conduct 1 dive each time the unit is activated, you should obtain approximately 50 dives. If you conduct 3 dives each time the u...

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    14  upon decreasing to a voltage level that will no longer sustain proper operation, the indicator will flash 5 times followed by shutdown of the unit.  if a low battery condition exists when the unit is activated (by pressing the button), the graphic bat and the battery indicator will appear flas...

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    15 fo2 mode after activation, the veo 100nx will operate as an air com- puter without displaying information associated with oxygen calculations, unless it is set for a percentage of oxygen (fo2) other than air (a numerical value between 21 and 50 %). When set for an fo2 value of air (fig. 9), the v...

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    16 fig. 11 - fo2 default on fig. 12 - fo2 default off fo2 50% default if the fo2 default is set to on (fig. 11) and fo2 is set to a value greater than 21%, the fo2 set point value will automati- cally revert to 50% 10 minutes after that dive. The maximum depth that can be achieved with a po2 of 1.60...

  • Page 17: Activation And

    17 activation and setup warning: prior to diving with the veo 100nx, you must also read and understand the oceanic dive computer safety and reference manual, doc. No. 12-2262, which provides important warnings and safety recommendations as well as general product information..

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    18 activation warning: if the unit is activated at elevations higher than 14,000 feet (4,270 meters), it will per- form a diagnostic check and immediately shutdown. To activate the veo 100nx, press and release the button.  upon manual activation, the unit will enter diagnostic mode (fig. 13), displ...

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    19 wet contact activation (only if wet activation is set on) the veo 100nx will also automatically activate by wet contact. This is accomplished by bridging the gap between contacts located on the button's stem and back of the case. If no dive is made within 2 hours after initial activation, the uni...

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    20 if the wet contacts are bridged, the graphic h2o will appear in place of the dive number 0 (fig. 16). After the unit is rinsed and dried, 0 will replace h2o. While the surface sequence is scrolling -  press/release the button (  depress the button for 2 seconds to access set mode. Set mode afte...

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    21 to set - fo2 each time the unit is activated, fo2 will be automatically set for a default value of air which can then be changed to values between 21 and 50% in increments of 1%.  while the surface sequence is scrolling, depress the button for 2 seconds.  release the button when the fo2 screen ...

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    22 to set - wet activation factory set for on, wet activation can also be set off (dis- abled) to prevent inadvertent activation during travel or storage. When set on, the veo 100nx will automatically activate and enter dive mode upon immersion in water.  after having set and accepted the fo2 setti...

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    23 to set - units of measure factory set for imperial, units of can also be set for metric.  after having set and accepted wet activation, the set units screen appears with the set point flashing (fig. 21). - - or - -  while the surface sequence is scrolling, depress the button for 6 seconds to by...

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    24 to set - hour format factory set for 12 hour (12: am to 11: pm), the hour format can also be set for 24 hour (0: to 23: hours).  after having set and accepted units, the set hour format screen appears with the set point flashing (fig. 22). - - or - -  while the surface sequence is scrolling, de...

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    25 to set - time set for factory local time, the time can be set to values between 0:00 and 12:59 (am/ pm) or 0:00 and 23:59.  after having set and accepted hour format, the set time screen appears with the hour set point flashing (fig. 23). - - or - -  while the surface sequence is scrolling, pre...

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    26 to set - po2 alarm factory set for 1.60 (ata), the po2 alarm can be set to values between 1.20 and 1.60 (ata) in increments of .10 (ata).  after having set and accepted the time, the set po2 alarm screen appears with the set point flashing (fig. 24). - - or - -  while the surface sequence is sc...

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    27 to set - fo2 50% default factory set on, the fo2 50% default feature can be set to off. The effects of this feature being on or off are described on page 16.  after having set and accepted the po2 alarm set point, the set fo2 50% default screen appears with the set point flashing (fig. 25). - - ...

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    28 summary of pre dive setup activation >> diagnostic mode >> surface mode surface sequence surface mode >> fly mode >> desat mode >> plan mode surface sequence >> log mode surface sequence >> set mode set mode sequence fo2 >> wet activation >> units >> hour format >> time >> po2 alarm >> fo2 50% de...

  • Page 29: Plan And Dive Modes

    29 plan and dive modes warning: prior to diving with the veo 100nx, you must also read and understand the oceanic dive computer safety and reference manual, doc. No. 12-2262, which provides important warnings and safety recommendations as well as general product information..

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    30 pre dive planning sequence tm the pre dive planning sequence (pdps), which appears after surface mode prior to the first dive of a new activation period, provides a sequence of theoretical dive times available for depths ranging from 30 ft (9 m) to 190 ft (57 m) in 10 ft (3 m) increments. No deco...

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    31  with each depth displayed by the pdps, you will see either predicted no decompression limits (ndls) based upon your previous dive profiles (if calculated to be nitrogen con- trolled), or predicted oxygen tolerance limits (otls) based upon either a single dive exposure or your 24 hour accumu- la...

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    32 tlbg (tissue loading bar graph) (fig. 28a) as your depth and elapsed dive time increase, the tlbg (tissue loading bar graph) will add segments to represent the absorp- tion of nitrogen. While ascending to shallower depths, the number of segments displayed will begin to recede, offering a graphic ...

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    33 control of displays during no decompression conditions, various displays of information (up to 4) are available. Each provides depth, dive time remaining, and additional information. The intent of this feature is to allow the diver to select which information is on display at any given time durin...

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    34  press/release the button 2 times ( change to no deco dive main display #3.  press/release the button 3 times ( change to no deco dive main display #4 (if a nitrox dive). No deco dive main display #2 (fig. 31) information includes current depth, maximum depth for that dive (and icon), elapsed d...

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    35 no deco dive main display #4 (fig. 33) display #4 will not appear when fo2 is set for air. Information includes - current depth, current value of po2 and po2 graphic, dive time remaining (and mode icon), and applicable bar graphs.  press/release the button 1 time ( screen to main display #1. No ...

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    36 decompression dive mode the veo 100nx is designed to help you by providing a repre- sentation of how close you are to entering decompression. Decompression dive mode activates when theoretical no decompression time/depth limits are exceeded. Upon entering decompression mode, the mode icon will ch...

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    37 the amount of decompression credit time that you receive is dependent on depth, with slightly less credit given the deeper you are. You should stay slightly deeper (fig. 36d page 36) than the required stop depth indicated until the next shallower stop depth appears. Then, you can slowly ascend to...

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    38 deco dive alternate display 1 (fig. 38) information includes - current depth, max depth (and icon), elapsed dive time (and icon), total ascent time (and icon), both arrows and the deco bar, and the applicable bar graphs.  press/release the button 1 time ( nate display 2.  press/release the butt...

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    39 violation modes while in violation modes, the alternate displays previously described for deco can be accessed.  alternate displays will automatically revert to the main (default) display after 5 seconds unless the button is pressed to view another alternate display. Conditional violation mode i...

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    40 delayed violation mode #1 (fig. 42) if you remain above a required ceiling stop depth for 'more than 5 minutes', the full tlbg and total ascent time will flash until you descend below the required stop depth. This is a continuation of a conditional violation. Delayed violation mode #2 (fig. 43) t...

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    41 delayed violation mode #3 (fig. 44) if you descend deeper than 330 ft (99.9 m), the loaded tlbg segments will flash, and the current depth and max depth displays will only indicate 3 dashes ( - - - ). Upon ascending above 330 ft (99.9 m), the current depth display will be restored, however, max d...

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    42 the veo 100nx will also enter an immediate violation mode 5 minutes after reaching the surface from a dive in which a de- layed violation occurred. On the surface, violation gauge mode displays the dive num- ber, temperature, time of day, surface interval, and tlbg and o2bg flashing (fig. 46). It...

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    43 high po2 when partial pressure of oxygen (po2) becomes equal to, or greater than, 1.40 ata, or 0.20 ata less than the po2 alarm set point (a user setting); the current po2 value, po2 symbol, o2 segment of the o2 bar graph, and up arrow will appear on the main display as a warning until po2 decrea...

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    44 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 offers you a convenient way to consistently monitor ho...

  • Page 45: Post Dive Modes

    45 post dive modes warning: prior to diving with the veo 100nx, you must also read and understand the oceanic dive computer safety and reference manual, doc. No. 12-2262, which provides important warnings and safety recommendations as well as general product information..

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    46 post dive surface mode when you ascend to 2 ft (0.6 m) or shallower, the veo 100nx will enter surface mode and begin counting surface interval. Transition period the first 10 minutes is, in affect, a transition period during which time the following information is displayed (fig. 50):  number of...

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    47 if you descend during the 10 minute 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 elapsed dive time. After the transition period (the first 2 hours) once 10 minutes have elapsed, the surfac...

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    48 the time to fly counter is provided to assist you with deciding when enough surface time has elapsed to fly (or travel to higher elevations).  after a surface interval of 12 hours, you may choose to fly (or travel to higher elevations), provided that your dive profile(s) did not enter decompress...

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    49 log mode the veo 100nx will store up to 12 dives in its log for viewing. Once the log is full (12 dives), each subsequent dive will then overwrite the oldest dive stored in the log. It is therefore suggested that you transfer the log's data to your log book at the end of each day of diving. Log d...

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    50  while viewing the preview screen, press/release the button momentarily to view the second screen. Dive data (the second screen) information includes (fig. 56) -  log mode icon  maximum depth - reached during the dive (and icon)  temperature - minimum during the dive (and icon)  surface inte...

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    51 to return to the surface sequence at any time while in log mode, depress the button for 6 seconds, releasing it when surface mode appears. The unit will automatically revert to the surface sequence after 2 minutes if the button is not pressed to view another log screen. After the first 2 hours tw...

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    52 wet contacts if the graphic h2o appears during the surface mode (fig. 60), fly mode (fig. 61), or desaturation mode, it is an indication that the wet activation contacts are bridged (still wet) and the unit must be rinsed in fresh water and thoroughly dried.  the contacts are located in the butt...

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    53 reset (clear) feature the veo 100nx is configured with a reset feature that allows data to be cleared, including nitrogen and oxygen calculations and log mode entries. Warning: reset after a dive and subsequent use for a repetitive dive con- ducted by the same diver could result in serious injury...

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    54 unexpected loss of displayed information if your veo 100nx stops working for any reason, it is important that you have anticipated this possibility and are prepared for it. This is an important reason for not push- ing the no decompression and oxygen accumulation limits, and a critical reason to ...

  • Page 55: General

    55 general warning: prior to diving with the veo 100nx, you must also read and understand the oceanic dive computer safety and reference manual, doc. No. 12-2262, which provides important warnings and safety recommendations as well as general product information..

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    56 care and cleaning protect your veo 100nx from shock, excessive temperatures, chemical attack, and tampering. Protect the lens against scratches with a transparent instrument lens protector. Small scratches will naturally disappear underwater.  soak and rinse the veo 100nx in fresh water at the e...

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    57 to obtain service take your veo 100nx to an authorized oceanic dealer or send it to the nearest oceanic regional distributor facility. To return your veo 100nx to oceanic:  record all dive data in the log. All data will be erased when it receives factory service.  package it using a protective ...

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    58 module removal from boot if the module is in a console, bend the rubber console boot back to expose the edge of the module. If the boot is flexible enough to permit, you may bend it back far enough to scoop the module out with your finger. Otherwise, it may be necessary to insert a blunt screwdri...

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    59 battery hatch removal  locate the battery compartment on the back of the module.  while applying steady inward pressure on the center of the battery hatch, rotate the hatch retaining ring 10 degrees clockwise using a flat blade screwdriver (fig. 64) or a battery hatch tool.  lift the hatch rin...

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    60  if it is necessary to clean the battery compartment, flush it and all components with a solution of 50% white vinegar and 50% fresh water. Rinse with fresh water, and allow to dry overnight, or blow dry with a hair dryer (set at 'no heat'). Warning: if damage or corrosion is found, return your ...

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    61  lightly lubricate the new hatch o-ring with silicone grease and place it on the inner rim of the battery hatch (fig. 68). Ensure that it is evenly seated.  slide the hatch retaining ring, top portion first (small opening), onto your thumb.  carefully place the battery hatch (with o-ring) into...

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    62 inspection  activate the unit and watch carefully as it performs a full diagnostic and battery check, and enters surface mode.  observe the lcd display to ensure it is consistently clear and sharp in contrast throughout the screen. Warning: if there are any portions of the display missing or ap...

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    63 altitude compensation atmospheric pressure decreases as altitude increases above sea level. Weather systems and ambient temperature also affect barometric pressures. Consequently, depth reading instruments that do not compensate for the decrease in ambient pressure indicate depth readings shallow...

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    64 can be used as • air computer • nitrox computer no decompression model basis: • modified haldanean algorithm • 12 tissue compartments data base: • diving science and technology (dsat) - rogers/powell performance: • tissue compartment halftimes (mins.) spencer’s “m” values 5, 10, 20, 40, 80, 120, ...

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    65 operational modes (continued) • decompression dive: • main - default (depth, stop depth and time, total ascent time, bar graphs) • alternate #1 (depth, max depth, elapsed dive time, total ascent time, bar graphs) • alternate #2 (depth, temperature, time of day, total ascent time, bar graphs) • al...

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    66 special displays: occurrence • diagnostic display after manual activation • serial number display after diagnostics (if the button is held depressed until screen appears) • out of range (- - -) >330 ft (>99.9 m) • gauge mode countdown timer 23:50 to 0:00 hr:min (after violation) bar graphs tissue...

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    67 specifications (continued) operational performance (continued) dive log mode: • stores 12 most recent dives in memory for viewing • after 12 dives, adds 13th dive in memory and deletes the first dive altitude: • operational from sea level to 14,000 feet (4,270 meters) elevation • samples ambient ...

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    68 operational performance (continued) shut off: • automatically shuts off if no dive is made within 2 hours after initial activation. Reactivation required. • automatically shuts off 24 hours after last dive (will reactivate if the h2o graphic was displayed). • cannot be shut off manually. Setting ...

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    69 notes.

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    70 oceanic world wide oceanic usa 2002 davis street san leandro, ca 94577 tel: 510/562-0500 fax: 510/569-5404 web site: http://www.Oceanicworldwide.Com service@oceanicusa.Com oceanic central/north europe wendelstein, germany tel: 09129-9099780 fax: 09129-9099789 e-mail: office@oceanic.De oceanic sou...

  • Page 71: Service Record

    71 service record serial no. & rev. No. __________________ date of purchase _____________________ purchased from _____________________ below to be filled in by an authorized oceanic dealer: r e s p o n sible d iv e r date service performed dealer / technician.

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    Oceanic 2002 davis street san leandro, ca 94577 tel: 510-562-0500 fax: 510-569-5404 http://www.Oceanicworldwide.Com ©2002 design, 2006 doc. No. 12-2725-r03 (2/28/07).