Is a VR3 to much comp for a Dolphin

ERIK_A · 22nd April 2006, 21:59

I dive wrecks up to 130 feet and am thinking about getting a new computer. Is the VR3 to much computer for a SCR Dolphin. Just curious of your opinions?

***schford*** · 22nd April 2006, 22:06

Nope - it can grow with you!!!

ERIK_A · 22nd April 2006, 22:40

What advantages would it give on a dolphin?

I know this is a vague question but I use a normal nitrox/air computer right now and I am wondering if the VR3 is worth it or If I should wait a bit.

divetheworld · 22nd April 2006, 23:35

Quote: (Originally Posted by ERIK_A)

What advantages would it give on a dolphin?

I know this is a vague question but I use a normal nitrox/air computer right now and I am wondering if the VR3 is worth it or If I should wait a bit.

For the long path you have started down, let me be blunt.

You will go further than SCR one day, if you dont get a constant PPO2 computer you will be wasting your money.

Which one is the question. Only three runners in my opinion. VR2, VR3 and HS Explorer.
Time to ask new questions me thinks.

Brent

Mixaddict · 22nd April 2006, 23:39

The VR3 is a great all around technical dive computer that is appropriate for all types of technical diving. As you continue on in your progression as a tech diver including decompression, deep dives, CCR, Trimix etc. it will grow with you. Each of these capabilities is available in your computer, and you can unlock the next "step" by plugging in a pin (which you will buy from your dealer of course!) The great thing about the VR3 is that you will probably never out grow it. As far as a benefit for SCR, there is nothing particularly special about it specfically for SCR, but like most SCR divers, you will probably move into other areas of technical diving that will require a more advanced computer such as the VR3.

**rdriver** · 22nd April 2006, 23:49

Quote: (Originally Posted by schford)

Nope - it can grow with you!!!

Yup, All it takes is money....and money ........ remember what Delta P says "it the only computer you will ever have to own" (because after all the upgrades you can't afford anything else!)
All things aside it's a good computer I have had three of them in various forms.

mortenkjerulff · 23rd April 2006, 05:19

Quote: (Originally Posted by ERIK_A)

What advantages would it give on a dolphin?

I know this is a vague question but I use a normal nitrox/air computer right now and I am wondering if the VR3 is worth it or If I should wait a bit.

Hi Erik.

You can use the VR3 with an oxygen cell to monitor your loop contents and base your decompression obligations on it. In SCR mode the VR3 will show you the current nitrox mix eg. 38% and not ppO2.

Morten

ebon.hawk · 23rd April 2006, 06:18

Quote:

You can use the VR3 with an oxygen cell to monitor your loop contents and base your decompression obligations on it. In SCR mode the VR3 will show you the current nitrox mix eg. 38% and not ppO2.

Can you do the same with the VR2 ? but am I right in thinking that if you want to use CCR or trimix in the future, the VR3 is a better option ?

Sorry for hijacking the thread, use a Dolphin as well and curious.

Andy

***Beanie*** · 23rd April 2006, 07:54

Quote: (Originally Posted by ebon.hawk)

Can you do the same with the VR2 ? but am I right in thinking that if you want to use CCR or trimix in the future, the VR3 is a better option ?

Sorry for hijacking the thread, use a Dolphin as well and curious.

Andy

VR2 does normoxic trimix now as well

mothball · 24th April 2006, 20:36

I use a VR3 C4 with my Dolphin and I can highly recommend it. I am growing into mine real nicely. In fact, I'm thinking about getting a second one for back up.

22nd April 2006, 21:59	#1 (permalink)
ERIK_A New Member Current Rebreather/s: Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: on O2 at 20 feet Posts: 60	Is a VR3 to much comp for a Dolphin I dive wrecks up to 130 feet and am thinking about getting a new computer. Is the VR3 to much computer for a SCR Dolphin. Just curious of your opinions? __________________
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22nd April 2006, 22:06	#2 (permalink)
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22nd April 2006, 22:40	#3 (permalink)
ERIK_A New Member Current Rebreather/s: Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: on O2 at 20 feet Posts: 60	Re: Is a VR3 to much comp for a Dolphin What advantages would it give on a dolphin? I know this is a vague question but I use a normal nitrox/air computer right now and I am wondering if the VR3 is worth it or If I should wait a bit. __________________
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22nd April 2006, 23:35	#4 (permalink)
divetheworld Dive porn pimp Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Inspiration Classic Inspiration Vision Classic Kiss Other CCR Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Leeds, England Posts: 1,585	Re: Is a VR3 to much comp for a Dolphin Quote: (Originally Posted by ERIK_A) What advantages would it give on a dolphin? I know this is a vague question but I use a normal nitrox/air computer right now and I am wondering if the VR3 is worth it or If I should wait a bit. For the long path you have started down, let me be blunt. You will go further than SCR one day, if you dont get a constant PPO2 computer you will be wasting your money. Which one is the question. Only three runners in my opinion. VR2, VR3 and HS Explorer. Time to ask new questions me thinks. Brent __________________ Attitude and self praise is no reccomendation. Dont try to be a great man, just be a man and let history be the judge of you. CHECK OUT OUR INTERWEBS FOR CUSTOM REBREATHER UPGRADES *WWW.NARKEDAT90.CO.UK* *http://www.grpservices.com/pursuit/* Supporting Shearwater Research Products in Europe
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22nd April 2006, 23:39	#5 (permalink)
Mixaddict Always Learning! Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Evolution Other CCR Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other CCR Dolphin Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Draper, Utah USA Posts: 474	Re: Is a VR3 to much comp for a Dolphin The VR3 is a great all around technical dive computer that is appropriate for all types of technical diving. As you continue on in your progression as a tech diver including decompression, deep dives, CCR, Trimix etc. it will grow with you. Each of these capabilities is available in your computer, and you can unlock the next "step" by plugging in a pin (which you will buy from your dealer of course!) The great thing about the VR3 is that you will probably never out grow it. As far as a benefit for SCR, there is nothing particularly special about it specfically for SCR, but like most SCR divers, you will probably move into other areas of technical diving that will require a more advanced computer such as the VR3.
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22nd April 2006, 23:49	#6 (permalink)
rdriver Supporting Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Classic Kiss Join Date: May 2005 Location: Monroe, WI 53566 U.S. Posts: 149	Re: Is a VR3 to much comp for a Dolphin Quote: (Originally Posted by schford) Nope - it can grow with you!!! Yup, All it takes is money....and money ........ remember what Delta P says "it the only computer you will ever have to own" (because after all the upgrades you can't afford anything else!) All things aside it's a good computer I have had three of them in various forms.
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23rd April 2006, 05:19	#7 (permalink)
mortenkjerulff Customise Me! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Denmark Posts: 143	Re: Is a VR3 to much comp for a Dolphin Quote: (Originally Posted by ERIK_A) What advantages would it give on a dolphin? I know this is a vague question but I use a normal nitrox/air computer right now and I am wondering if the VR3 is worth it or If I should wait a bit. Hi Erik. You can use the VR3 with an oxygen cell to monitor your loop contents and base your decompression obligations on it. In SCR mode the VR3 will show you the current nitrox mix eg. 38% and not ppO2. Morten
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23rd April 2006, 06:18	#8 (permalink)
ebon.hawk New Member Current Rebreather/s: Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Join Date: May 2005 Location: Hoofddorp, Nederlands Posts: 59	Re: Is a VR3 to much comp for a Dolphin Quote: You can use the VR3 with an oxygen cell to monitor your loop contents and base your decompression obligations on it. In SCR mode the VR3 will show you the current nitrox mix eg. 38% and not ppO2. Can you do the same with the VR2 ? but am I right in thinking that if you want to use CCR or trimix in the future, the VR3 is a better option ? Sorry for hijacking the thread, use a Dolphin as well and curious. Andy
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23rd April 2006, 07:54	#9 (permalink)
*Beanie* give a man an inch....... Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In da house! yeah baby! Posts: 3,247	Re: Is a VR3 to much comp for a Dolphin Quote: (Originally Posted by ebon.hawk) Can you do the same with the VR2 ? but am I right in thinking that if you want to use CCR or trimix in the future, the VR3 is a better option ? Sorry for hijacking the thread, use a Dolphin as well and curious. Andy VR2 does normoxic trimix now as well __________________ Beanie Gallery Admin & Library Assistant. www.outlawdivers.org.uk www.beandiving.co.uk www.beanengineering.co.uk 0871 242 7808
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mothball New Member Current Rebreather/s: Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Louisiana, USA Posts: 62	Re: Is a VR3 to much comp for a Dolphin I use a VR3 C4 with my Dolphin and I can highly recommend it. I am growing into mine real nicely. In fact, I'm thinking about getting a second one for back up. __________________ Do NOT die STUPID Ignorance WILL get you killed I refuse to tip-toe through life only to arrive safely at Death
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