Suunto Vytec installation question

rried · Dec 3, 2004

So I have a new Vytec with air integration, and an Aqualung Titan reg that I really like. As I attempt to install the AI unit I discovered that the reg only has one hp port (4 lp ports). If I install the Vytec AI unit in the hp port I loose my manual pressure guage. Not a good idea. Is there a fitting to extend the one hp port? Any other options? Boy do I feel stupid.

Help!

Texas Diver · Dec 3, 2004

rried:
So I have a new Vytec with air integration, and an Aqualung Titan reg that I really like. As I attempt to install the AI unit I discovered that the reg only has one hp port (4 lp ports). If I install the Vytec AI unit in the hp port I loose my manual pressure guage. Not a good idea. Is there a fitting to extend the one hp port? Any other options? Boy do I feel stupid.

Help!

Hey, welcome to the Board.

Maybe I am wrong about this but I think most regulators only have one HP port and that one of the purposes of air integration on your wrist computer is so you can get rid of the HP hose. If your computer malfunctions you surface.

Dryglove · Dec 3, 2004

I personally used a regular gauge rigged DIR style along with the wireless transmitter but my Apeks ATX200 came equipped with dual HP outlets. You could also try this route if you want to utilize both with a single HP outlet http://www.northeastscubasupply.com/cat_misc_portadapters.html "57215 A 90 degree swivel with two 7/16-20 outlets for multiple consoles, gauge, or computer devices. Part#012 900 $39.99"

rried · Dec 3, 2004

Thank you for the help. I like to use a backup for basics like time, depth, tank pressure, so I'll feel better with the 90 degree swivel coupling route.

lamont · Dec 3, 2004

rried:
Thank you for the help. I like to use a backup for basics like time, depth, tank pressure, so I'll feel better with the 90 degree swivel coupling route.

of course you do add another HP o-ring which might fail going this route.

murrr77 · Dec 31, 2004

rried:
Thank you for the help. I like to use a backup for basics like time, depth, tank pressure, so I'll feel better with the 90 degree swivel coupling route.

Your Vytec has all of this. In the extremly unlikely event it would fail, you would abort your dive I assume??

Leave your gauge in your bag.

DamselDiver · Jan 3, 2005

At some point you will have problems with a transmitter signal, interference, user error, etc. You will have to decide if you need to upgrade your reg or rely only on your AI computer.

I love having an AI computer. The remaining gas time during the dive and the
delta-P info in the computer dive log are features I have grown to rely on.

Before I added a port doubler I would buy a new reg. A port doubler would have at least 3 HP o-rings plus swivel o-rings.

Many new regs have two HP ports, When I bought my vytec I also upgraded from the Titan. I now use my Titan as a deco/spare reg. Although I rarely use the SPG now it is nice to know it is there if I need it.

MXGratefulDiver · Jan 3, 2005

murrr77:
Your Vytec has all of this. In the extremly unlikely event it would fail, you would abort your dive I assume??

Leave your gauge in your bag.

I wouldn't agree that a failure is extremely unlikely ... it's surprising to me how often I see them fail.

... Bob (Grateful Diver)

Quarrior · Jan 3, 2005

I have the Vytec AI and a standard SPG on my Zeagle. Personally, if I had to choose between the AI and the SPG, I would choose the SPG.

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