Quality, Function and Style. The has an upgraded look with a stainless steel accent ring and new color combination – and now includes Dual Algorithm, Deep Stop option and a redesigned user interface with "Step
Back" – which allows forward and backward navigation through menus and settings. Additionally, a second Nitrox mix (both programmable to 100%) is available, as well as Firmware Auto-Update which allows the user to download and install operational improvements or even future new features through the PC Interface (with optional cable).
A unique combination of quality, function and style, the GEO 2.0 Personal Dive Computer is perfect on its own or as a backup to any dive computer. With Dual Algorithm and optional conservative factor settings, the GEO 2.0 may be programmed to provide no-deco and deco profiles similar to virtually every computer on the market.
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Powered by Oceanic’s Exclusive Dual Algorithm™ – Your choice between Pelagic DSAT (Spencer/Powell data basis) or Pelagic Z+ (Buhlmann ZHL-16C data basis)
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4 Operating Modes: WATCH (Alternate Time, Chrono, Daily Alarm, Countdown Timer), NORM (Air and Nitrox), GAUGE (with run timer) and FREE (tracks calculations to allow switching between NORM and Free)
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User-Friendly Interface with "Step Back" – allows forward and backward navigation through menus and settings
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Switch between up to 2 Nitrox mixes to 100% O2 with no restriction (Gas 1 may be up to 100%, and may be less or greater than Gas 2)
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Stop times <3 minutes – displays minutes & seconds
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Deep Stop with Countdown Timer – Maybe turned on or off. 2 minute countdown at half your max depth, for dives greater than 80 ft / 25m
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Single button access to "Last Dive" display (max depth & bottom time)
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Data Retention – maintains calculations indefinitely when the battery is changed
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Audible Alarm with flashing LED light
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24 dive on-unit log book
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History Mode includes total number of dives, max depth, total dive hours, and lowest temp
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Optional PC Interface with OceanLog Download and Settings Upload
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Firmware Auto-Update: download and install the latest firmware – these may be operational improvements or even new features
Pros: Newest Oceanic Technology, sleek, and slick design. Doubles as a wrist watch.
Cons: Small print, harder to see underwater for old eyes. Buttons are hard to press in 5 mm gloves

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