OCi Firmware Update Bricked My Computer

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jamesg546

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So, I installed the latest version of the DiverLog software (Oct. 1, 2013), which is supposed to have fixed the Dive Download and Save error with the OCi. I added the Computer successfully. I then clicked Check for New Firmware. It found a new version and downloaded the firmware and it appeared to be successful. Until I looked at the computer itself. When I tried holding down Mode, it gave me an Altitude Error. I held down Select and it took me to the compass where it basically got stuck. If I tried pressing any other buttons it started beeping and flashing Violation. So, I took out the battery and put it back in thinking maybe it would reset the computer. No, this did not work either. It is now stuck on the dive screen and it says that I am at 23 feet, even though I am not. It gives me a NDC countdown. The light button works. When I press the Mode button it says Earmark Set. The advance button advances through the three dive screens, but I can't get out this. I'm not sure what is going on, but apparently the buggy DiverLog software bricked my OCi. Has anyone else experienced this? What should I do?
 
Quick update. True to their reputation, Oceanic was very helpful. I'm sending back the watch and they overnighted a replacement one to me so that I won't be without it on my dives this weekend.
 
Good to hear that customer service is still alive and well in some places.
 
Never upgrade just before a dive and always download your data before you upgrade.
 
https://www.shearwater.com/products/teric/

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