Kiss dive computer?

Scott M · 31st October 2006, 15:38

It's good to hear such good things about the Shearwater with Bruce being in Canada it is a cost savings as well for me. Funny no one has anything bad to say about the shearwater.

prharris · 31st October 2006, 17:01

Quote: (Originally Posted by Scott M)

Funny no one has anything bad to say about the shearwater.

Import duties, VAT - nothing you need bother about

babar · 31st October 2006, 19:58

another vote for Bruce and the SW. As soon as any potential problem is found, Bruce has come forward with solutions, and offered fixes. He has been as upfront and helpful as could be. and while I have not yet sent mine in for the fixes I will be shortly.

Excellent support

Scott M · 1st November 2006, 12:57

So one question how do you calibrate the shearwater?

6Gill · 1st November 2006, 13:01

Quote: (Originally Posted by Scott M)

So one question how do you calibrate the shearwater?

You flush your loop with O2 (several times on the surface) then select the calibrate option from the menu and it calibrates to 98%. The Shearwater HUD has it's own computer and calibrates independently.

gtzavelas · 1st November 2006, 13:07

I recently got the HS explorer, So far I am happy with it – no problems.
As previously stated the calibration is really easy.

lvpazik · 11th November 2006, 15:49

I'm new to rebreathers. We currently use a Kiss Classic for myself and the Sport for my son. I am waiting for the Heliox system at the end of this year for my Classic. Currently, we both use the Kiss displays, which are incredibly cumbersome. We use our Cochran Gemini computers, hooked up to the first stage of the oxygen bottle, which gives us quite a bit of info including tank pressure. That being said, and keeping the Cochran on the Sport, what is the simplest cleanest replacement for the PO2 displays? I have sent two emails to SubSea with zero response, which isn't very impressive and another post mentions the Sartek?? I'm not interested in purchasing a VR3 or Explorer when we have the Cochrans and I just spent 11K on two rebreather units; we're only trying to minimize the size of the PO2 displays, keeping simplicity of installation in mind.

Andy Del · 11th November 2006, 18:55

Quote: (Originally Posted by lvpazik)

That being said, and keeping the Cochran on the Sport, what is the simplest cleanest replacement for the PO2 displays? I have sent two emails to SubSea with zero response, which isn't very impressive and another post mentions the Sartek?? I'm not interested in purchasing a VR3 or Explorer when we have the Cochrans and I just spent 11K on two rebreather units; we're only trying to minimize the size of the PO2 displays, keeping simplicity of installation in mind.

Despite your not receiving response, the SubSea is plug 'n' play. I heard Jason is running around like a headless chook*, as his system is proving very popular. From what is said and person observation Jason is as honest as the day is long. Give him a chance to get back to you. There have been a few mods for classic KISS setups, but each and every person I've heard from and seen using this system are very, very happy.

Shearwater is the other system to look at. Again Bruce is another straight shooter and his product is excellent.

As my bank balance recovers and goes blacker, I'll be looking at both of these. Today, I'd get a Sub Sea system and pop a shearwater computer on it. HUD to know all is cool on the dive, Shearwater to run deco, and the SebSea display as a redundant display.

*a very busy person, in the nicest possible way.

Bazza · 12th November 2006, 00:52

Just to confirm what Andy said. Jas is out of town picking up a boat but will be back once the weather breaks and he can get her into Sydney.

I no this as I am chasing him also.

Regards Baz

diverklondike · 12th November 2006, 14:29

Ok....

Here is a hot scoop from DEMA on KISS electronics....

1) Jetsam will shortly be offering a new PPO2 display on the Classic KISS. It will be the same seconday that is currently on the Boris...

2) This will shortly be followed up with the capability to add a Boris like HUD, VR3 and HP sensors for O2 and Dil....

I have a couple pictures that I will post later...

Dive Safe

Mark

31st October 2006, 15:38	#21 (permalink)
Scott M New Member Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Ontario Posts: 79	Re: Kiss dive computer? It's good to hear such good things about the Shearwater with Bruce being in Canada it is a cost savings as well for me. Funny no one has anything bad to say about the shearwater. __________________ www.customdivingservices.com ( Mad Scientist) Classic Kiss #195
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31st October 2006, 17:01	#22 (permalink)
prharris CK #146 and Shearwater Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Plymouth Posts: 106	Re: Kiss dive computer? Quote: (Originally Posted by Scott M) Funny no one has anything bad to say about the shearwater. Import duties, VAT - nothing you need bother about
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31st October 2006, 19:58	#23 (permalink)
babar Curmudgeon Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Inspiration Vision Evolution Sport Kiss Other CCR Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Southern California Posts: 425	Re: Kiss dive computer? another vote for Bruce and the SW. As soon as any potential problem is found, Bruce has come forward with solutions, and offered fixes. He has been as upfront and helpful as could be. and while I have not yet sent mine in for the fixes I will be shortly. Excellent support __________________ Babar Evolution Plus Sport kiss
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1st November 2006, 12:57	#24 (permalink)
Scott M New Member Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Ontario Posts: 79	Re: Kiss dive computer? So one question how do you calibrate the shearwater? __________________ www.customdivingservices.com ( Mad Scientist) Classic Kiss #195
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1st November 2006, 13:01	#25 (permalink)
6Gill Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Washington state Posts: 112	Re: Kiss dive computer? Quote: (Originally Posted by Scott M) So one question how do you calibrate the shearwater? You flush your loop with O2 (several times on the surface) then select the calibrate option from the menu and it calibrates to 98%. The Shearwater HUD has it's own computer and calibrates independently. __________________ "It's a shame ignorance isn't painful!"
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1st November 2006, 13:07	#26 (permalink)
gtzavelas RBW Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon RB80 / Clone Other Rebreather/s: RB80 / Clone Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Athens,Greece Posts: 280	Re: Kiss dive computer? I recently got the HS explorer, So far I am happy with it – no problems. As previously stated the calibration is really easy.
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11th November 2006, 15:49	#27 (permalink)
lvpazik New Member Current Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 2	Re: Kiss dive computer? I'm new to rebreathers. We currently use a Kiss Classic for myself and the Sport for my son. I am waiting for the Heliox system at the end of this year for my Classic. Currently, we both use the Kiss displays, which are incredibly cumbersome. We use our Cochran Gemini computers, hooked up to the first stage of the oxygen bottle, which gives us quite a bit of info including tank pressure. That being said, and keeping the Cochran on the Sport, what is the simplest cleanest replacement for the PO2 displays? I have sent two emails to SubSea with zero response, which isn't very impressive and another post mentions the Sartek?? I'm not interested in purchasing a VR3 or Explorer when we have the Cochrans and I just spent 11K on two rebreather units; we're only trying to minimize the size of the PO2 displays, keeping simplicity of installation in mind. Last edited by lvpazik : 11th November 2006 at 15:56.
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11th November 2006, 18:55	#28 (permalink)
Andy Del Classic KISSer Current Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Australia, Sunny Sydney Posts: 437	Re: Kiss dive computer? Quote: (Originally Posted by lvpazik) That being said, and keeping the Cochran on the Sport, what is the simplest cleanest replacement for the PO2 displays? I have sent two emails to SubSea with zero response, which isn't very impressive and another post mentions the Sartek?? I'm not interested in purchasing a VR3 or Explorer when we have the Cochrans and I just spent 11K on two rebreather units; we're only trying to minimize the size of the PO2 displays, keeping simplicity of installation in mind. Despite your not receiving response, the SubSea is plug 'n' play. I heard Jason is running around like a headless chook, as his system is proving very popular. From what is said and person observation Jason is as honest as the day is long. Give him a chance to get back to you. There have been a few mods for classic KISS setups, but each and every person I've heard from and seen using this system are very, very happy. Shearwater is the other system to look at. Again Bruce is another straight shooter and his product is excellent. As my bank balance recovers and goes blacker, I'll be looking at both of these. Today, I'd get a Sub Sea system and pop a shearwater computer on it. HUD to know all is cool on the dive, Shearwater to run deco, and the SebSea display as a redundant display. a very busy person, in the nicest possible way. __________________ Yellow - the colour of greatness! Last edited by Andy Del : 11th November 2006 at 18:56. Reason: explanation of Australian language usage
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12th November 2006, 00:52	#29 (permalink)
Bazza New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Inspiration Vision Evolution rEvo Other CCR Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Prism Topaz Sport Kiss Classic Kiss MK 15.X rEvo Other CCR Dolphin Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 174	Re: Kiss dive computer? Just to confirm what Andy said. Jas is out of town picking up a boat but will be back once the weather breaks and he can get her into Sydney. I no this as I am chasing him also. Regards Baz
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12th November 2006, 14:29	#30 (permalink)
diverklondike RBW Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other CCR Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Delaware, USA Posts: 1,713	Re: Kiss dive computer? - DEMA NEWS Ok.... Here is a hot scoop from DEMA on KISS electronics.... 1) Jetsam will shortly be offering a new PPO2 display on the Classic KISS. It will be the same seconday that is currently on the Boris... 2) This will shortly be followed up with the capability to add a Boris like HUD, VR3 and HP sensors for O2 and Dil.... I have a couple pictures that I will post later... Dive Safe Mark
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