Aqualung i770r

[ClintoKL]

I can get my hands on a brand new Aqualung i770r with a brand new Aqualung Transmitter Clean 02 for USD$685. Given I need to replace my original Mares Puck I definitely want AI. My other alternatives are Mares Smart Air, Mares Quad Air or a Suunto D4i all around the USD$600 with transmitter.
Any thoughts?

 

[scubadada]

An advantage for the Aqua Lung computer is that the transmitter is compatible with the Shearwater computer you will buy later. The transmitter new goes for almost $400, that makes the computer seem pretty inexpensive. The decompression algorithm, PZ+, will likely be a little more liberal than your Mares.

Are Pressure Transmitters compatible across brands?

I've been a fan of HW for many years, owned 2 of their computers and one of their lights. Customer service rivals Shearwater, just amazing. I had to double check wondering how I missed the introduction to AI. Don't think they'll ever go down that route. To be fair, HW launched an AI computer in...

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[david.r.perry]

I know this is an older post but I hope you did not go with the i770R.

 

[ClintoKL]

I know this is an older post but I hope you did not go with the i770R.

I ended up going with a used Shearwater Teric. It's been great except the battery life. Had it replaced but still drains very quickly when not in use.