(DiverWire) The latest innovation from HOLLIS Gear is the DG05 computer. This highly-anticipated product began shipping to authorized HOLLIS dealers earlier this week and is already causing a lot of discussion in the dive industry.
Built with technology from both HOLLIS and VR3 engineers, the DG05 is among the first of a new generation of dive computers that can be used in either recreational or technical diving situations. The wireless technology is unparalleled and a vibrant OLED display brings all the features together – including the ability to monitor up to four different gasses.
“The DG05 represents a new direct for dive computers,” said David Burroughs of HOLLIS. “It is among the first computers to offer wireless technology, a bright colorful OLED display and an array of displays and features for BOTH recreational and technical divers.”
Burroughs outlined some of the DG05 features:
- Ready for anything, from air to trimix, OC,SCR and CCR capable
- Simple to use menu system with easy to read Icons and auto detect functions
- Optocon (IR transmission of PO2/PC link)—No more wet connectors
- VGM algorithm allows you to customize your parameters or mimic other commercial algorithms on your own
- Automatically switch to large graphics mode – menu bar disappears after a few seconds and the primary dive information fills the screen
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Single/triple cell PO2 monitoring capable
- Dive Profile and Look Ahead Graphics on Dive Screen
- User customizable dive information screen
- Air/Nitrox/Trimix capable with up to 10 gas switch presets
- CNS % and OTU tracking of oxygen exposure
- Programmable safety factors to increase conservancy
- Water activated and fully programmable underwater
- Warnings for PO2, deco violation, air break and ascent rate
- On-Board Dive Planner/Simulator
- Imperial or Metric display
