Aeris XR1 Dive Computer Console

[LindaBluedolphin]

I did a search and came up with some information, but just want to throw my question out there. One of the dive shops in my area was telling me about a problem (I think it was this model, but I could be very wrong which is why I am asking), that has to do with the user changeable battery and flooding if not closed up perfect?

I am considering this computer as a back up. Mine died last year and I wound up getting a completely new rig, but still have my old reg and octo and am thinking of getting this as a back up and/or for local diving in the dreaded quarry (when I get desperate).

Anyone know much about this and any flooding isues? I don't need a NITROX computer and this one seems to fit the bill.

Thoughts?

 

[jpsexton]

I have two of these, one for me and one for my son. I recently changed the battery on my sons computer with no problems. It was very simple. In fact I did'nt even have the Aeris kit that includes battery,o-ring, and grease. I just had the new battery. If you take you time and make sure the o-ring is seated properly it should be no problem. I would expect that though with any computer.

John

 

[LindaBluedolphin]

Thanks, they may have fixed the problem as well.

Is that the model where the internal clock runs the battery down quickly? Again something I heard from a LDS, but don't know for sure and the unit will get minumal use mostly quarry stuff I guess.

 

[crpntr133]

Hmm, I have the XR1 and had a Atmos 1 and never had any problems. Nor have I heard about any.
I might be wrong about this but Oceanic (same company) HAD an issue with the battery lasting about a year. Maybe this is why the LDS said the XR1 sucked batteries. I have had mine for over a year with no issues.

 

[LindaBluedolphin]

Thanks for the information