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The different sizes of the two instruments, the Archimede II computer and the mini-pressure gauge, have made it possible to come up with a console that has a truly innovative and completely new design, made up of the union of three round-shaped modules, two of which house the instruments, while the third is used to join them.
These three modules are not aligned, but are positioned on slightly slanted levels; this improves the design even more and allows superior legibility of the instruments.
The use of avant-garde materials like polycarbonate and desmopan have made it possible to reduce the minimum thickness and weight and the console is surprisingly light.
This obviously makes it easy to use and leads to less stress on the HP hose connecting it to the first stage.
The console is set up to take advantage of three interesting features of the instrument, without having to remove it from the console.
In the first place you can replace the battery in just a few moments, using a simple coin.
It's also possible to check for any humidity inside the battery compartment, thanks to its transparent lid.
And lastly, it is possible to activate the reset button, placed on the back of the instrument, which cancels the nitrogen memory.
This is an essential feature for computer hire and much appreciated by anyone who makes technical dives.
The connecting hose has a smaller section than the standard (11 mm), for the full benefit of its flexibility and lower weight.
The console ends at the top with a half-moon slot, very handy to attach the instrument to the jacket, preventing rapid wear and tearand at the same time stopping damage to the diving environment.
Technical features
- Two-instrument console
- Materials: polycarbonate and desmopan
- Mini-pressure gauge with chrome-plated brass casing
- Glass that acts also as high-pressure valve
- Face with scale of up to 350 bars or 5000 psi -
Red, green, light blue colored sectors
- Diameter casing: 50 mm
- Height of instrument: 17 mm
- Console weight complete with HP hose and 2 instruments: 440 g
Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from Tallahassee Florida on 5/18/2010
Comments about Cressi Cressi-Sub Archimedes II, 2 Gauge Computer Console:
I can't imagine a computer worse than this. To start .....as with any Cressi product you buy, the manual is terrible. Your better of trying to figure it out yourself. The interface is terrible. The first screen needs to only have the most important facts. Depth, time remaining without deco etc. Mt first one leaked right out of the box. Sent it back and the new one has airbubbles in the screen now after two dives!
from Houston, TX on 8/21/2008
Comments about Cressi Cressi-Sub Archimedes II, 2 Gauge Computer Console:
I dive in the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. This computer is very good, I bought 4, one for each member of my family. It is simple to use and reliable. The buttons and the numbers are big, so it helps with my 46 year old eyes! Very user friendly face, with all the information easy to see and understand while diving. I have seen criticism that it is too conservative-I have not found that to be true. My only "complaint" is the instruction manual could be a little clearer/user friendly. However, once you figure it all out-it is easy to use.
from Brooklyn, NY on 6/2/2008
Comments about Cressi Cressi-Sub Archimedes II, 2 Gauge Computer Console:
This computer has its pros: very easy to use and read, and accomodates Nitrox use simply and well. But for me, the cons outweighted the pros.
- First off, it doesn't switch off, thereby chewing a lot of battery power. If you purchase this computer, always travel with a spare battery.
- Second, it is extremely conservative. Like other reviewers, I've been in situations where the computer has me in DECO when my buddies computers claim there is no problem. Most recently, a Mares wrist-mounted computer I rented as a precaution showed I was fine, while my Archimedes was screaming "DECO". I've had to hang for literally 6-8 minutes to get out of DECO mode, which makes for very peeved buddies!
- Third, the computer started acting very unreliably after only a year. The sensors started corroding, despite my best efforts to rinse and care for the console, and these may have led to erroneous depth readings (and deco situations). On my last dive with it, the computer had me at 92 feet when I was in a mere 23 feet of water, according to my wristmounted computer (and our DM's computer also). I can't rely on this thing.
Channel your computer-purchasing funds elsewhere.
from Miami Beach on 4/8/2008
Comments about Cressi Cressi-Sub Archimedes II, 2 Gauge Computer Console:
This unit is a very conservative, but better safe than sorry. I've done about 60 dives with it, in the recreational range and I have no real complaints. However, if you are a tech diver, get something else, this is not for you. It is great for me because the batteries are easy to change (without sending it off), it does nitrox flawlessly, it tracks and logs your dives, it doesn't shut off (therefore it doesn't lose any info). In short, it works well! When you try to push the limits, the computer will not be happy... and you will be sitting around hovering for far longer than you probably need to.
from Destin Florida on 9/11/2007
Comments about Cressi Cressi-Sub Archimedes II, 2 Gauge Computer Console:
This computer is not quick or easy to set. It is also way too conservative compared to my other computers.
The old saying, you get what you pay for applies here! Save your money and buy a better computer.
from Anacortes WA on 7/15/2007
Comments about Cressi Cressi-Sub Archimedes II, 2 Gauge Computer Console:
I bought this computer to replace my old Datamax, that finally died after travelling all over the world with me for more than 10 years. The computer had me in Deco in situations that my old computer would have allowed. It took 15-20 minutes safety stop to clear one pixel from the red. I used it for a week in Cozumel and when I returned, I sold it on eBay - hated it!!! Bought a new Pro Plus II, which I should have done from the beginning!!!
Comments about Cressi Cressi-Sub Archimedes II, 2 Gauge Computer Console:
It's a great computer. I have had no troubles with this unit. I really like the Big Screen. I have used my unit now for 1 1/2 years and have had no troubles. The only thing I dont like is that the computer does not turn off. I think that it would conserve battery power if it would.