Oceanic Atom 1.0 Scuba Dive Computer w/ Transmitter

[myrddin]

Anyone have feedback on this wrist computer? Also anyone have a used one for sell? Also looking for a mk25/s600 as well.


thnaks
I have read a few reviews on this board but would just like an updated one. i saw where a lot of people were claming the atom was full of defects and had to return it over and over... Is this still ths case?

 

[wunat]

I have an ATOM but ain't using the transmitter. Never fail on me as yet. Enjoyed it alot.

But I am aware of the reviews you read on defects. One of the fellow diver I lead on a dive trip has his ATOM reset automatically after a few hours................

 

[myrddin]

Do you feel it’s big enough to read? Also do you use it like a watch for every day or strictly a dive computer? Why don’t you use the transmitter?

 

[Tamas]

I have an Atom....with 2 transmitters. Works great and has never lost the link yet. I had it originally replaced since it had the 'flaky' firmware, but the new one is going strong.

Do not use it as a watch, just as a computer......and it does that well with infinitely adjustable conservatism and good features. The numbers could be a bit bigger but that would not stop from buying another.

 

[myrddin]

thanks Tamas, thats what I wanted to know.

 

[pickens_46929]

Numbers are kind of small in dark deep water... (ok, I'm just over 40 and have that little problem too)... liked the Versa Pro numeral size better!

 

[wunat]

Do you feel it’s big enough to read? Also do you use it like a watch for every day or strictly a dive computer? Why don’t you use the transmitter?

Didn't have problem reading it. Though I have to admit the large displays on my UWATEC Aladin Pro is easier when it comes to reading.

Nope, I do not wear it as an everyday watch. When not diving, it is stored in a pouch.

Not using the transmitter coz I would have go down with a backup SPG and I would certainly rely more on the analog SPG. Why???? Such technology can fail any time.................just a personal belief. For this reason, didn't think that the extra USD250 for the transmitter (that's the price in my market) is necessary since I am using dive computer as backup to my dive plans.

Well, some might ask why get an ATOM and not use transmitter(s) when there are others out there. Simply coz I got some interest deal and I want the fact that it allows me to switch gases when I eventually go tech...................if I would actually go tech.

 

[myrddin]

I am having a hard time with this... This will be my first dive computer, and I thought while I'm at it I'll make it so I only end up with the one hose running off the first stage and rely on the "ATOM" (or whichever one I choose) to do all the work for me. Now after seeing so many people talk about failure and such I am not sure what to do. Should I just go with an air integrated computer (with hose) and compass like usual or what? I have saved up for a while to get a new rig and I don’t want to make a mistake.

What do you guys think?
I guess I could get the atom for a dive computer and then a mini console that has compass and spg?

Thanks

 

[BrianS]

Yep, you can get a compass/spg for like $60.

 

[RonFrank]

I am having a hard time with this... This will be my first dive computer, and I thought while I'm at it I'll make it so I only end up with the one hose running off the first stage and rely on the "ATOM" (or whichever one I choose) to do all the work for me. Now after seeing so many people talk about failure and such I am not sure what to do. Should I just go with an air integrated computer (with hose) and compass like usual or what? I have saved up for a while to get a new rig and I don’t want to make a mistake.

What do you guys think?
I guess I could get the atom for a dive computer and then a mini console that has compass and spg?

Thanks

I do NOT dive with a hoseless computer largely due to the cost. I do plan to do so in the future.

IMO don't hesitate to use the wireless technology. It's good, and will likely become the standard in the future. Most instructors I know use AI computers, and many hoseless. However EVERY one of them carries an SPG in their bag, and a backup computer.

If these things go south, you can either quit diving, or switch to a backup unit. IMO spend the $75 on a mini SPG, and keep it in the bag along with the tools needed to swap out the transmitter for the SPG.