The Suunto D5 is a mid-range recreational Dive Computer
The Suundo D5 dive computer is jam packed with all the latest features. It comes with Bluetooth Smart connectivity, wireless Air Integration (AI) capability and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
Keep reading to find out more about each of its features and why it's become a very popular dive computer.
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Suunto D5 - Features at First Glance
Diving Made Easier
Suunto have designed the D5 dive computer with a high contrast color screen, and a 3 button menu.
Nitrox is easy to set up, and the computer is responsive regardless of depth. It's easy to change settings and view modes, and it's scratch-resistant.
Easy to Read Display
The D5 display is clear, big and bright making it easy to read.
It also boasts a LED backlight for those times of low visibility or when you find yourself night diving, exploring a wreck or deep in an underwater cave.
Personalize with your Style
Suunto D5 comes with lots of color options for the strap.
It's easy to change over the strap with the quick release system.
You can go with your favorite color, or pick something that matches your diving gear.
The straps come in either silicone or for something completely different, there's also leather.
Suunto D5 - Features at First Glance
Diving Made Easier
Suunto have designed the D5 dive computer with a high contrast color screen, and a 3 button menu.
Nitrox is easy to set up, and the computer is responsive regardless of depth. It's easy to change settings and view modes, and it's scratch-resistant.
Easy to Read Display
The D5 display is clear, big and bright making it easy to read.
It also boasts a LED backlight for those times of low visibility or when you find yourself night diving, exploring a wreck or deep in an underwater cave.
Personalize with your Style
Suunto D5 comes with lots of color options for the strap.
It's easy to change over the strap with the quick release system.
You can go with your favorite color, or pick something that matches your diving gear.
The straps come in either silicone or for something completely different, there's also leather.
Wireless and Bluetooth Smart Connectivity
Suunto D5 is for divers who are looking for a wireless air integration option on their dive computers. The D5 delivers that plus Bluetooth connectivity.
Wireless Air Connectivity
Pair the D5 with the Suunto Tank Pod before diving and then receive tank pressure on your display wirelessly.
After your dive you can review your gas consumption in the Suunto App. Reviewing your dive afterwards helps improve your future dives.
Pair with Suunto Tank Pod
The Suunto Tank Pod is a wireless tank pressure transmitter that lets you view your current tank pressure on the D5.
To pair, you only need to pressurize the system, and hold the D5 close to the Tank POD for a few seconds.
A menu will pop up on the screen showing the serial number, battery status and the tank pressure.
The Tank Pod is a robust construction and meets the most stringent European safety standards.
Pair with Suunto Phone App
The Suunto D5 uses Bluetooth Smart connectivity to connect with the Suunto App.
You can transfer your dive logs over Bluetooth. This will build an all-inclusive dive history, and with the location feature, every dive and adventure is always on the map.
The Suunto App is available for download from the App Store and Google Play.
Battery, Settings and Other Features
Battery Life & Recharging
Suunto D5 has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
The battery is charged by connecting the Suunto D5 to a power source with the USB cable that is included.
When fully charged, the battery provides 6 to 12 hours of diving, or up to 6 days in time mode.
By carrying the USB cable and a power bank with you, you always have the power you need for your dives.
Big Watch Sized Dive Computer
The D5 dive computer has watch functionality but it is big.
The watch functions include time and date, 1 daily alarm, a dual time function and a timer.
D5 measurements are: 53 x 53 x 16.3 mm / 2.09 x 2.09 x 0.64 inches.
Basic Functions
The Suunto D5 has Nitrox (and Air), Free dive and Gauge modes.
Suunto D5 allows gas changes during a dive between up to 3 gases.
It also has a tilt-compensated built-in compass with a compass rose needle. The compass has a bearing lock with direction indicator.
Wireless and Bluetooth Smart Connectivity
Suunto D5 is for divers who are looking for a wireless air integration option on their dive computers. The D5 delivers that plus Bluetooth connectivity.
Wireless Air Connectivity
Pair the D5 with the Suunto Tank Pod before diving and then receive tank pressure on your display wirelessly.
After your dive you can review your gas consumption in the Suunto App. Reviewing your dive afterwards helps improve your future dives.
Pair with Suunto Tank Pod
The Suunto Tank Pod is a wireless tank pressure transmitter that lets you view your current tank pressure on the D5.
To pair, you only need to pressurize the system, and hold the D5 close to the Tank POD for a few seconds.
A menu will pop up on the screen showing the serial number, battery status and the tank pressure.
The Tank Pod is a robust construction and meets the most stringent European safety standards.
Pair with Suunto App
The Suunto D5 uses Bluetooth Smart connectivity to connect with the Suunto App.
You can transfer your dive logs over Bluetooth. This will build an all-inclusive dive history, and with the location feature, every dive and adventure is always on the map.
The Suunto App is available for download from the App Store and Google Play.
Suunto D5 Specifications
General
Bezel - Stainless Steel
Glass - Mineral Crystal
Case - Reinforced Composite
Strap - Silicon
Logbook
Sampling Raes - Scuba 10s, Freedive 1s
Logbook Bookmarks - Yes
Logbook History - 200h or 400 dives whichever comes first
Basic
Maximum Depth (EN 13319) - 100 meters
Dive Time - 0 to 999 min
Surface Time - 0 to 100 hours
Altitude Adjustment - Yes, Manual
Free Diving
Dive Depth & Time Alarms
Freedive Day History & Total History
Dive Number - Yes
Surface Time Notify - Yes |
Battery, Settings and Other Features
Battery Life & Recharging
Suunto D5 has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
The battery is charged by connecting the Suunto D5 to a power source with the USB cable that is included.
When fully charged, the battery provides 6 - 12 hours of diving, or up to 6 days in time mode.
By carrying the USB cable and a power bank with you, you always have the power you need for your dives.
Big Watch Sized Dive Computer
The D5 dive computer has watch functionality but it is big.
The watch functions include time and date, 1 daily alarm, a dual time function and a timer.
D5 measurements are: 53 x 53 x 16.3 mm / 2.09 x 2.09 x 0.64 inches.
Basic Functions
The Suunto D5 has Nitrox (and Air), Free dive and Gauge modes.
Suunto D5 allows gas changes during a dive between up to 3 gases.
It also has a tilt-compensated built-in compass with a compass rose needle. The compass has a bearing lock with direction indicator.
The Conclusion
The Suunto D5 is a very adaptable dive computer that will suit most divers.
The Bluetooth Smart pairing saves time by automatically uploading dive logs to your mobile phone so you're always up to date with your dive logs.
When paired with the Suunto Tank POD it will provide accurate readings of the gas time remaining, and has clear color coding for indicating the gas levels remaining. There is a 'low in gas' warning so that you have enough time for a safe ascent.
The D5 comes in 4 basic colors, white, black and lime, black with steel bezel, and all black.
Have a look at the prices for the Suunto D5. You can buy these from either Amazon or Scuba.com.
Leisure Pro has recently rebranded itself to Scuba.com