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  1. I ran across a Microhawk II, and figured I'd give it a try. I was unable to google a manual for it, so I contacted the manufacturer (which was the only data I was able to find, provided by dropzone.com ofcourse).

    Egbert Robnik replied with How to use instructions for Microhawk / Epsilon Audible altimeters.

    So for the next guy looking for instructions on how to use the used audible you bought / received for free:

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    HOW TO USE THE MICROHAWK / EPSILON

    Turn the know slowly to find the 0-point at the elevation of the landing place,
    (depending on the previous setting, you might have to turn in either direction
    - if you follow our later described procedure, it will be anti-clockwise).
    At the 0-point the sound will be emitted.
    From there turn clockwise to the altitude where you want the signal during
    skydiving - one division for every 500 feet or 150 meter.
    As a check for proper setting and function, the signal-tone will also sound
    when climbing at the chosen altitude. Make any correction by turning clock-
    wise (for a higher setting) or anti-clockwise (lower).
    If you are finished with jumping for the day, leave the knob at the last setting
    if it was more than 4000 feet, otherwise set it to an altitude of 4000 feet or
    more. The reason for this is that the trigger-point should not be reached due
    to atmospheric pressure fluctuations or the difference in elevation between
    the drop-zone and your home. Following this simple procedure will not only
    help finding the 0-point, but also give you several years of battery-life.

    THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

    Our altimeters are guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship
    and will be serviced or exchanged (our decision) without charge during a
    three-year warranty period (from the day of purchase), provided they have
    not been modified, abused or tampered with AND THE DEFECT HAS NOT
    BEEN CAUSED BY AN EXCESSIVE MECHANICAL SHOCK OR HEAT.
    OTHERWISE, WE HAVE TO CHARGE FOR THE REPAIR.
    Remark: In most cases a "Standard Service" (currently EUR 32,-- plus return-
    postage) will cover small accidents. This service also includes new batteries
    and calibration. Please look up our web-site: www.robnik.com to get
    detailed information how to return an instrument for SERVICE & REPAIR.

    WARNING

    NEVER MAKE AN INSTRUMENT TO THE SOLE MEANS TO DETERMINE
    WHEN TO START THE SEPERATION, WHEN TO OPEN YOUR PARA-
    CHUTE OR ANY OTHER SAFETY RELATED PROCEDURE. YOUR OWN
    JUDGEMENT SHOULD ALWAYS BE THE DETERMINING FACTOR.
    THEREFORE WE CANNOT ACCEPT ANY RESPOSIBILITY FOR INJURY
    OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, CAUSED BY TOO EARLY OR TOO LATE
    INITIATED SEPARATION, DEPLOYMENT OF THE PARACHUTE OR ANY
    OTHER SAFETY RELATED PROCEDURE, EVEN IN THE EVENT OF A
    MALFUNCTION OF OUR PRODUCT.


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  2. I went to AFF straight as well, waiting to do my first tandem later on.

    If you know you want to do this sport, then go straight to AFF, you learn much more than in a tandem (my opinion). And AFF is just as safe even if you've never done a tandem.