In these days of increasing costs and fast moving technologies its good to see that Oceanic have kept a common transmitter module to match their high-end diving computers – the Datamask HUD, the VT3, the VT Pro , Atom 2.0 and Atom 1.0 all can use the same transmitter, along with latest addition to the Oceanic range – the awesome OC1.
In most cases the computer is able to link to up to three transmitters making a formidible combination to be used with various gas mixes.
A transmitter threaded into the regulator first stage high-pressure port which continuously sends cylinder pressure data to the computer. Frequencies are individually coded to allow multiple divers to swim side by side without interference with other units, as well as allow advanced divers to monitor up to 3 independent cylinders. Because the transmitter and display module are independent and separately powered units, the receiver may also be easily used as a stand alone, non-air integrated dive computer.
The transmitter is available in 3 colours – black, yellow and green. It is rated to over 100 metres
The battery can be changed by the user, saving those expensive visits to the dive shop
Finally, have you ever wondered how your buddy is doing for air? Transmitters may be programmed for “SELF” or “BUD” for Buddy – when programmed for “BUD” – the computer will search for and display pressure for transmitters that are within range (4-6 feet).
Rated for use with Nitrox contaning up to 40% oxygen
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