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@ -2,7 +2,7 @@ Subsurface 1.2
User Manual
Version 0.0.1
Version 0.0.2
Autor documentation: Jacco van Koll
@ -23,6 +23,7 @@ to Windows and Mac, but it clearly is a native Linux program first.
Right now, the program is under development and from version 1.1 it is
already very usable for divers with supported dive-computers.
In this manual the Suunto Viper will be used for all examples.
2. Requirements
@ -53,18 +54,53 @@ The screen is devided in 3 area's:
4. Import new dives
Before you start fiddeling around with your divecomputer, note that
many divecomputers (for example, all the Suunto computers) consume
more power when they are in the PC-Communication mode. This could
drain your battery. Therefor, ensure yourself that you prepared the
installation as mentioned in the build manual and that your
divecomputer is compatible!
there are divecomputers that consume more power when they are in the
PC-Communication mode. This could drain your battery. Therefor, ensure
if your computer is recharging when connecting to the USB port. The
Suunto Viper does not recharge trough the USB connection. Please
consult the manual of your divecomputer if you are unsure if it will
be recharged when connected to the USB port.
...
Now it is time to hook up your divecomputer to your Linux system:
Connect your interface cable to your divecomputer
Connect your interface cable to a free USB port
Put your divecomputer into PC Communication mode. (For Suunto Viper, press Mode - 1 Memory - 3 TR-PC)
(You should consult the manual of your specific divecomputer for your brand and type)
Go in Subsurface to 'File - Import'
Within the popup, under Dive computer, choose your brand and type. Here we choose Suunto Vyper.
Change the devicename under which your interface is connected. Default is /dev/ttyUSB0
Click the 'OK' button.
Now watch how your data is retrieved from your divecomputer!
Depending on your type of computer and/or number of dives, this
could take some time. Please be patient.
5. Load existing dive log
5. Viewing and completing your logs
...
When all data from your divecomputer is transferred, you will see a
listing of your dives in Area 3.
An example:
On Sunday Oct 23, 2011 you made a dive. In the log line of this dive, you see the following information:
#: 12 Dive number
Date: Sun, Oct 23, 2011 10:50 Date and time of your dive
*: Your rating (none at this time)
m: 12.8 Your maximum depth in meters
min: 31:20 Your dive-time in minutes and seconds
Deg. C: 13.0 Lowest water temperature during your dive
Cyl: Your used cylinder (none at this time)
O2%: air What type of mixture
SAC: SAC (none at this time)
Location: Where you performed your dive (empty)
As you can see, some information is already there because it is
retrieved from your divecomputer. Some information is waiting for
you to be added. By double clicking on this dive, you can view and
complete the log.
6. Edit the dive info
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8. Setting up preferences
By using menu 'File - Preferences' you will be presented a popup with
the 'Units'. You are free to choose what is your preference, with
other words, use Metric or Imperial.
Subsurface has the ability to modify the preferences you want. By
using menu 'File - Preferences' you will be presented a popup with the
'Units'. You are free to choose what is your preference, with other
words, use Metric or Imperial.
You can set the following options:
Depth: Your diving depth in Meters or Feet