Nitrox computer question

[stranger]

I'm looking for a computer for myself and am really liking the Aeris Atmos AI. However, I see that it's programmable for Nitrox diving. I'm not there yet so I was wondering if I could get it and just use it for regular air diving.

I thought I saw somewhere where there was a write-up on this question, but I can't find it now.

I figure if the computer can be used for regular diving, then it's something that I can grow into if/when I go Nitrox.

Thoughts? Comments? Suggestions?

Thanks

[Defman]

Yes, you can use it for air two ways... put it in air mode or in 21% Nitrox mode. If you think you may go Nitrox, and why not, then buy a Nitrox computer.

[BobbyWombat]

Yes, absolutely. You can use this (or any nitrox capable computer) for diving using air.

You are definitely headed the right direction: get a nitrox capable DC, then you can use if for nitrox if or when you get that training.

[No Misses]

I have the Aeris Atmos AI, The default setting (when you first power up) is Air. If you want to dive Nitrox, press and hold both buttons for ~3 seconds to access "Set 1". There you can change to any nitrox mix from 21% to 50%.

P.S. I am very happy with my Atmos AI.

[BSea]

If you have any idea that you might go to nitrox, then get a nitrox computer. It doesn't add much to the cost for comparable computers, and then you won't have to buy a new computer if/when you go to nitrox.

I can't see a reason for anyone to buy a computer that isn't nitrox compatable. Just my 2¢.

[dallasdivergirl]

From some one who started off with "I don't need nitrox" to just finished my nitrox class & buying a new computer (in just over 2 years) so I could dive nitrox, start off on the right foot!

[stranger]

thanks guys. since i can use it until the point i decide to move to nitrox, i see no reason not to get the computer i like

[Zenagirl]

That's exactly what I did. Bought an Aeris AI when I bought my first gear and didn't even think about nitrox until almost 3 years into diving. Now I dive nitrox whenever I can and am VERY glad that I didn't have to buy a new computer.

[PlatypusMan]

Originally Posted by No Misses

I have the Aeris Atmos AI, The default setting (when you first power up) is Air. If you want to dive Nitrox, press and hold both buttons for ~3 seconds to access "Set 1". There you can change to any nitrox mix from 21% to 50%.

P.S. I am very happy with my Atmos AI.

I also have this computer and use it for both air and Voodoo Gas; even replaced the user-replaceable battery myself when the time came and am still alive to tell you about it!

[Puffer Fish]

Originally Posted by stranger

I'm looking for a computer for myself and am really liking the Aeris Atmos AI. However, I see that it's programmable for Nitrox diving. I'm not there yet so I was wondering if I could get it and just use it for regular air diving.

I thought I saw somewhere where there was a write-up on this question, but I can't find it now.

I figure if the computer can be used for regular diving, then it's something that I can grow into if/when I go Nitrox.

Thoughts? Comments? Suggestions?

Thanks

Good computer, but they all work with air... just use the nitrox when you get there (sooner, rather than later, I hope)