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MSD FORUMS - GENERAL EQUIPMENT DISCUSSIONS
TOPIC: Dive Computer? Which should I choose?
Richie
Posted: 5/6/2007 10:56:37 PM

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 I am looking to buy and Air-Integrated dive computer. What type of computer would be right for me to use? I am an advanced diver with little of 20 dives logged, but wish to buy a computer between the price fo $900-$1,200 that is again, air integrated. Please suggest types and manufacturer names, as I do not know what to buy. Thanks.

Richie G.

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Captain Dale
Posted: 5/6/2007 11:56:28 PM

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I'm not a real fan of air integrated computers because I think that gas supply pressure is too important a piece of information to trust an electronic device to provide.  A simple analog spg is extreemly reliable and easy to read.

That said, the best computers have large display numbers and do not display information that is not needed.  The computer should be easy to program and easy to use.  We are all stupid underwater.  If you have to study a manual to figure out how to use the computer it is probably too complicated.
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Richie
Posted: 5/7/2007 6:20:32 PM

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 Thank you very much for that, I will definately keep it in mind while shopping for a computer next time. By the way, I saw your add at the bottom. Looks Great!

Richie G.

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Laser
Posted: 5/8/2007 9:19:32 AM

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 Personally, I would look for one with user replaceable batteries as well as what Dale said. I also prefer one with download capabilities.
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MgicTwnger
Posted: 5/8/2007 9:46:49 AM

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 Yeah, download capability is nice, and I won't even consider one without user-replaceable batteries.

I am not the one who needs mental help. I just need to vent.

Carmella Soprano
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bpautsch
Posted: 5/8/2007 10:35:52 AM

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 I'm in the market for a new computer as well and am leaning towards the VR3 (http://www.vr3.co.uk). Anyone have any opinions on it...good or bad? I am not a technical diver yet, but will be getting there very soon.

Brian Pautsch
brian@midwestscubadiving.com
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MgicTwnger
Posted: 5/8/2007 10:50:52 AM

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 I'm in the same position as you. A lot of the guys I know use the VR3's or the now discontinued DiveRite Nitek. I'm saving up for the new DiveRite tec computer due out this summer, the Nitek X.

I am not the one who needs mental help. I just need to vent.

Carmella Soprano
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columbiascuba
Posted: 5/8/2007 11:30:18 AM

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10/23/2006

cochran makes only dive computers

The GEMINI is two dive computers that communicate over a proprietary wireless link. The tank-mounted computer measures cylinder pressure, depth, etc. and computes, stores, and transmits all data to the Intelligent Wrist Unit. The Intelligent Wrist Unit measures its own depth, etc. independent of the Tank Unit while simultaneously receiving and displaying updates from the Tank Unit. The Intelligent Wrist Unit is a full-featured dive computer that can act independently from the Tank Unit should the need arise. Multi-blend configuration features Cochran's patented gas blend switching.

this is the best computer on the market.

Gordon columbia scuba inc.

573-443-2182

gordon messinger
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James
Posted: 5/8/2007 9:50:47 PM

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1/15/2006

 I dive with a VR3. I bought it with the tri mix software but not the color screen. I only have 28 dives on it and it hasn't given me any trouble.
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bpautsch
Posted: 5/8/2007 10:09:57 PM

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 Thanks, James. It's always good to hear how other people are doing with it. I've heard only good things about it from everyone.

Brian Pautsch
brian@midwestscubadiving.com
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PDSLTD
Posted: 5/8/2007 10:10:12 PM

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I have had nothing but problems with wireless, from personal experience I think the units need more time to develop better batteries, and a more reliable transmitter design.  I've owned 3 units and have been disappointed in all of them. (Dacor, Uwatec & Aeris) Dumped them all on eBay.

Now I use only Air Intragrated Hose Units
(500AI and my old reliable Phoenix)
and a Aladin Pro & Nitek as back-ups.

To Error on the side of Safety,
is to Live and Dive Again.
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