Garmin Descent Mk2i Watch Dive Computer with Black Band

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The Garmin Descent Mk2i watch-sized dive computer with Carbon Grey DLC coated Titanium bezel and Black band features Air Integration. By adding wireless transmitter functionality Garmin has created the best recreational, technical and closed-circuit rebreather smartwatch dive computer on the market, hands down! Not only is it a dive computer with smartwatch functions but also a full multi-sport fitness watch with GPS, heart rate and pulse oxygen sensors that allow the Garmin Descent Mk2i to be a true all-in-one, everyday watch.

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Scubalab Testers Choice Dive Computers 2020
The air-integrated Mk2i was so new when we received our test sample that its full manual wasn't yet available. Fortunately, it's so easy to set, navigate and operate that we didn't have an issue using it. In fact, no computer-scored higher for easy and intuitive operation—which is saying something because the Mk2i is packed with features including a heart rate monitor, GPS, mapping and a long list of fitness and adventure activities. "Lots to explore here," one tester noted. The 1.4-wide colour display is crisp, well-organised, and highly visible in all conditions, and test divers rated it excellent for readability underwater. Alternate dive screens offer extensive data, and you can scroll through them by button or with a double-tap of the screen. Graphics are clear and easy to understand, and critical data are accompanied with both audible and vibrating alerts. The Mk2i can view the tank pressure and battery status of up to four other divers, and can be paired with Garmin's diveable inReach Mini satellite communicator to receive text alerts and send an SOS on the surface. Despite the other goodies, the Mk2i is a dive computer first and foremost, and an excellent one at that. The Garmin Descent Mk2i is our Testers Choice for dive computers.

Monitor your gas and depth with the advanced, watch-style dive computer that comes with multisport training and smart features.

The original Descent Mk1 was a fantastic smart dive computer that brought true integration with your smartphone via Bluetooth technology but the Mk2i takes it so much further with a computer that is based on a popular, tried and tested high-performance Garmin multi-sport watch. Obviously, it has been highly modified to suit our needs with a heavy-duty casing, 3-axis compass, new SubWave sonar-based wireless transmitter technology and ABC sensors. The beauty of basing it on an existing fitness/sport watch is that it packs loads of features for everyday use as well. No longer do you need a separate dive watch, dive computer and day-to-day watch.

Function wise, the only difference between the Mk2 and the Mk2i is the option for wireless air integration. The Garmin Descent Mk2i can support up to 5 transmitters at a distance of up to 10 metres. Unlike most transmitter which use radio frequency (RF) to transmit the data, Garmin has developed a sonar based technology. The biggest problem with RF waves is that they don't travel through water very well whereas sonar works best in water which allows for the significant improvement in transmission range.

Garmin Descent Dive Computers: Exploring Air Integration

As with the Mk2, the Garmin Descent Mk2i comes with ABC sensors, an underwater 3-axis compass as well as surface GPS capabilities to mark your entry and exit points. On land, the Garmin Descent Mk2i doubles as a premium multi sport GPS smartwatch with multi-GNSS support, multiple sports apps, wrist-based heart rate monitoring, a Pulse Ox sensor, advanced training features, Garmin Pay™ payment service, music storage, smart notifications for calls, texts and calendar alerts and much more.

The Depths of Garmin Descent Dive Computers

Garmin Descent Mk2i Watch Dive Computer Features

• Pair with the Descent™ T1 transmitter (coming soon) for integrated pressure monitoring on up to 5 cylinders via the SubWave™ sonar data network, and see remaining air time, air consumption rate and more for you and other divers within a 10-metre range
• Advanced, watch-style dive computer with 1.4-inch colour sunlight-readable display (36% larger than previous model) in an elegant yet rugged design
• Six dive modes as well as multi-GNSS support and ABC sensors — including an underwater compass — know every part of your dive from entry to exit
• Enhanced wrist-based heart rate and Pulse Ox sensing of blood oxygen saturation to support advanced sleep monitoring and altitude acclimation at high elevations
• Built-in support for multiple sports apps, activity tracking, advanced training features, Garmin Pay™ payment service, music storage with premium streaming service support, smart notifications for calls, texts and calendar alerts and more
• Dive log lets you store and review data from up to 200 dives right on your wrist and share and review dives in the Garmin Dive™ app downloaded to your compatible smartphone
• Battery life: up to 80 hours in dive mode, 16 days in smartwatch mode and 15 hours in GPS mode with music
• Titanium Carbon Grey DLC with Black Band

The dive computer for both your worlds

Quality By Design: The advanced, watch-style dive computer with a rugged yet sophisticated design that features a large sunlight readable 1.4-inch colour display.

Premium Materials: Fit the look to your lifestyle with a stylish titanium bezel.

Plunge to a whole new depth of capability

Air Integration: Pair with Descent T1 transmitter for integrated pressure monitoring on up to 5 tanks via SubWave™ sonar data network.

Subwave Sonar: Transmit data — such as remaining air time, air consumption rate and more — for you and other divers within a range of 10 metres.

Dive Modes: Get multiple dive modes for single and multiple gas dives (including nitrox and trimix), gauge, apnea, apnea hunt and closed-circuit rebreather.

Customisable Dive Modes: Add additional screens for each dive mode that features the fields you want to see.

Surface Multi-GNSS: Track your entry and exit1 points with advanced satellite connectivity.

Dive Log: Store and review data for up to 200 dives — and share via the Garmin Dive app.

inReach® compatible: Pair with inReach satellite communicators and the inReach dive case.

Push performance to a whole new level

Performance Metrics: View advanced training metrics that include running dynamics, heat- and altitude-adjusted VO2 max, recovery advisor and more.

PACEPRO™ Technology: A first-of-its-kind feature helps keep you on pace with grade-adjusted guidance as you run a course.

Sports Apps: Use preloaded activity profiles for trail running, swimming, running, biking, hiking, rowing, skiing, golfing and more.

Animated Workouts: Easily follow animated workouts for cardio, strength, yoga and Pilates. View workouts right on your watch screen.

Maps: Need maps for regions other than the ones that came on your device? There is a range of maps available for you to navigate your adventures on the water, on the road, on the trail, and on the green.

Abc Surface Sensors: Navigate your next trail with ABC sensors, including an altimeter for elevation data, barometer to monitor weather and 3-axis compass.

Wrist-Based Heart Rate: Optical heart rate technology gauges activity intensity as well as heart rate variability to calculate your stress level. It also tracks underwater without a heart rate strap.

Pulse Ox Sensor: For altitude acclimation or sleep monitoring, a Pulse Ox sensor uses light beams at your wrist to gauge how well your body is absorbing oxygen.

All Day Respiration: Track how you’re breathing throughout the day, during sleep and during breathwork and activities such as yoga.

Turn-By-Turn Navigation: Follow a route or course with help from turn-by-turn directions, which let you know ahead of time when the next turn is coming.

Round-Trip Routing: Enter a distance you want to travel and get suggested routes that will bring you back to your starting point. Trendline™ popularity routing helps you find the best local paths.

Enhance your every day

Safety And Tracking Features: If you feel unsafe or if your watch senses an incident, assistance and incident detection features send your location to emergency services. Feature not available while in dive mode.

Music: Store up to 2,000 songs, or access streaming music apps from your compatible services5, including Spotify®, Deezer and Amazon Music.

Garmin Pay™ Contactless Payments: Breeze through checkout lines with Garmin Pay contactless payment solution6 through participating providers.

Smart Notifications: Receive emails, texts and alerts right on your wrist when paired with a compatible device.

Connect IQ™ Store: Download custom watch faces, add data fields, and get apps and widgets from the Connect IQ Store.

Compatible with a stylish range of QuickFit® 26 Watch Bands.

Garmin Descent Mk2i Watch Dive Computer Specifications

Garmin Descent Mk2 Series: Getting Started

 
What's in the box?

The box contains the Garmin Descent Mk2i multi-activity GPS smartwatch and dive computer in titanium carbon grey DLC colour with a standard length, Black silicone QuickFit26 wrist band, plus an extra-long silicone wrist band for use with thick exposure suits, along with a charging cable and quick start guide.

Separately ordered optional Garmin accessories include a mesh top travel case, QuickFit wrist bands, extra charging cable and mains charging adaptors.

If you're an active diver or spearfisher and you have the budget for it, you can't go wrong with the Garmin Descent Mk2i.

Garmin Descent Mk2 Series: Diving Basics

Download/read the Garmin Descent Mk2i Owner's Manual (PDF)

Note: This item cannot be delivered outside of Australia.

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