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Thanks midalake, I understand the warranty but wondered about the actual performance.

Good to hear. Thanks Jeff.

Thanks Folks The AptX is not proprietary to Minelab, it's just another upgrade to Bluetooth tech. It IS proprietary to QUALCOMM. But if the information (from Minelab) is correct, if you have HAs that can run this new AptX Bluetooth, you can listen to audio from the NOX detectors. My study also found that audio devices that can run AptX are increasing, including other headphones which will work with the NOX detectors. The main value in the AptX tech is the low latency, which I'm not sure will be needed in HAs. (I have one of the newest BT HAs, the Oticon More) Latency doesn't seem to be an issue with current HAs. The latency problem is driven by the need for speed. While swinging a detector you obviously want the audio to instantly report a find. I'm new to detecting, but a scientist, so I will continue to monitor and hope for a HA solution (and report). Stephen

Thanks for the quick reply Zaj56! I have some additional information after some research. It seems that the Nox detectors use the VERY latest Bluetooth technology, called AptX. The reason for this choice is the latency (delay) issue when detecting. The newer AptX Bluetooth chips are so fast that there is virtually no delay between the detector audio and when you hear it via the AptX connection. The older A2DP technology, which your HAs share with my Oticons is not compatible. Probably the next generation of HAs will incorporate this newer tech and we'll be all set. Thanks again, Stephen

Is there a trick to pairing Bluetooth devices other than the Minelab headphones, or is the 700 only compatible with them? I have the Oticon More hearing aids which have the latest BT technology, and they are compatible with all kinds of phones, laptops, tablets, etc. yet they don't seem to pair with the 700. At least by using the wireless pairing button. Thank you. Stephen

Thanks F350Platinum, I will study the Deus 2 for a potential future purchase, but I've already purchased the Nox 700. In fact it is out for delivery today! I'm only planning on water detecting around freshwater docks near me, probably 10' deep at most. I do SCUBA, however I'm not planning on detecting at depth (at least not yet!). Glad to ear that "drownings" are rare. Thanks again! Stephen

That's a great tip thanks!

Just ordered a Nox 700, rated to 16'. Is that realistic? I would like to detect around freshwater lakes near where I live either snorkeling or with SCUBA. Thank you!

Thank you Doc and RVpopeye! I haven't received it yet and probably won't get to try it out until spring here in Upstate NY, It is supposed to be delivered this Thursday. One question I have is about "waterproof". It is rated down to 16'. Is that true/realistic? I hope to dive with it around docks in the freshwater lakes in my area. Thank you!

Greetings all! I did some detecting years ago with a Whites XLT (which I still have) but have not detected in a while and decided to re-enter the hobby. After some reading it seems the technology has improved to the point where I thought I'd get a new detector. The 700 seemed a good balance between price and capability. I live in upstate New York. Stephen