Galileo Sol VS Suunto D9 VS Others Which one ????
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To be precise I just started diving few months ago. I don't know how far will my need grow. I lost my Suunto Stinger and in the market for a new computer.
I got some advice from my friends that dive equipment is a life support device, so don't compromise. I guess all dive com are similar in a way.
Yes Liquivision is on my list too. just have to do more homework
I got some advice from my friends that dive equipment is a life support device, so don't compromise. I guess all dive com are similar in a way.
Yes Liquivision is on my list too. just have to do more homework
Within your original list, Suunto D9. What kind of diving are you going to be doing? A VR3 is a tech computer, it's absurd to buy one until after you are tech certified. May I ask why the Oceanic OC1 is not on your list?
danclem
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I am not familiar with all the models, but I have dived with Oceanic and Uwatec, and have been using a Sol for the past couple of years. I like the large display, ability to download dives using IR (no USB cables), software is very good for my needs, batteries in unit and transmitter can be changed by user. I also have a second sending unit on my pony bottle. By far the most useful and best dive computer I have owned.
For underwater photographers this is a great unit. The only knocks I have seen on it are: 1.) The price. 2.) A few users seem to have signal reception issues. I have never had this problem and it looks like it is positioning of the transmitter is the issue in most cases.
The map function (primitive, but helpful), is also a nice feature. The compass looks like a neat feature, but I have had difficulty positioning it properly on my wrist while diving and rarely use it.
I had a lot of issues with Oceanic software and USB cables a few years ago and moved to UWATEC as a result. Don't know if these are still issues, or if they have been resolved.
Have Fun,
Dan
For underwater photographers this is a great unit. The only knocks I have seen on it are: 1.) The price. 2.) A few users seem to have signal reception issues. I have never had this problem and it looks like it is positioning of the transmitter is the issue in most cases.
The map function (primitive, but helpful), is also a nice feature. The compass looks like a neat feature, but I have had difficulty positioning it properly on my wrist while diving and rarely use it.
I had a lot of issues with Oceanic software and USB cables a few years ago and moved to UWATEC as a result. Don't know if these are still issues, or if they have been resolved.
Have Fun,
Dan
Scott L
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I have owned the Galileo computer for over a year and believe it is a great computer (love the compass) but was quite expensive at the time and is borderline too large. I am 6'1 225lb with decent size arms and I have no idea how anyone wears the computer on their wrist. I strap tightly to my forearm which form fits better than on my wrist and keeps it out of the way with my lostering and spearfishing activity. I am in my late forties so the larger characters are very much a plus. If you are younger I would also look strongly to Oceanic's Atom series and the OC1 like was mentioned before. Suunto computers are absurdly too conservative. If you veer toward the Galileo I would opt instead for the less pricey Luna model unless the heart monitor is desired. Mine has never been utilized...
Scott L
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With regard to the compass function if your arm/wrist is in front and paralel with your torso and you press the right button twice I do not see why you would any issues unless it is floppying around while operating the button function. See my comments above on positioning...
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Scott L
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If you want to know more about how the Oceanic OC1 works, you can look at the various VIDEOS we have created for it.
Or, even better, you can test it out (virtually) using our scuba diving simulator
Next month you should be able to do the same for the Galileo Sol
Alberto
That's cool. Without giving you too much work what are the features and benefits compared to the Atom models? Thanks!
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