Suunto Vyper Dive Computer
The Suunto Vyper Dive Computer is an older model than Suunto’s D6 and D9 dive computer models and so as you might expect does not offer the same number of functions packed into those two models. However, that does not mean to say that the Suunto Vyper should not be considered if you are looking for a dive computer offering performance, ease of use, a bunch of useful functions and of course good value.
Features of the Suunto Vyper
The Suunto Vyper has numerous functions to make the most choosey of divers (both advanced/professional divers and those relatively new to diving) go weak at the knees. Suunto has built into the Vyper full decompression functions, standard air or Nitrox mix modes, a depth gauge function and a timer including a profile memory.
Like Suunto’s D6 and D9 models, the Suunto Vyper also records and saves information about your dives so that you can look at it at a later date. This is achieved via a PC interface and software enabling you to examine, analyze and compare your diving experiences and your performance throughout them. All of your data can be converted into graphical representaions to eanble you to identify trends in performance or to highlight areas of weakness that you should focus upon.
At a Glance Features of the Suunto Vyper
- Electroluminescent display.
- Maximum depth: 492 feet (150 meters).
- Suunto RGBM decompression model.
- Full decompression data.
- Ascent rate monitor and alarm.
- Safety stop function.
- Air, Nitrox and gauge modes.
- Built-in dive simulator.
- Dive planner.
- Multiple memory functions.
- 50 hour logbook memory.
- Audible alarm.
- Temperature display.
- Low battery warning (the battery itself is user-replaceable).
- 12/24 hour watch and calendar functions.
- Suunto Dive Manager PC Suite and interface.
The Suunto Vyper: Summary Review
The Suunto Vyper is a a stalwart of Suunto’s dive computer range these days. It’s not the flashiest of models but its reliability is undisputable… just ask ask anyone who owns one. Although it has some advanced features and is a fairly tough model, it is most likely to appeal to the advanced recreational SCUBA diving market.
As with Suunto’s D9 and D6 models, the Vyper uses the same Reduced Gradient Bubble Model (RGBM), which considers the possible formation of small gas bubbles within body tissues.
The Suunto Vyper is very simple to use and consequently extremely user friendly: its three button configuration enables you to navigate through the menu options quickly and easily. Suunto’s Vyper is also easy to read even in extremely dark conditions due to the power of its electroluminescent display. This is of course always a useful feature for night or wreck dives. All the dive information that the Suunto Vyper outputs to its owner is logically presented and very clear to understand making it very safe to use.
In short, the Suunto Vyper is a great model for those who do not want to pay the earth for a lot of stuff they will seldom use. However, it will still provide more than enough features for most divers and most diving environments.
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