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I noticed in general the USB to device end connectors are not snug and can lose contact if moved. Check LEDs and WS6 moon icon shows charging and don’t disturb. Someone said to pinch connector ends for more snug fit. Might be worth a try. I noticed the WS6 contact is especially loose. 

Wondering why So many botched update results happening. It either goes perfect or it’s a mess. I find it curious and frustrating and I’m apprehensive about doing it. 

Looking at post from another forum, at least one reported they didn’t like the delay in the target ID which as you know folks here wanted a longer dwell of the TID, so XP lengthened the TID delay and now there’s complaint that they acquire multiple targets before the old target ID times   Out. This sounds like a problem to me as I often have a rapid swing. I like that with 0.6 the TID refreshes quickly. What do you think? Did they overcompensate? Could someone estimate how much the TID dwell is with 0.7 versus 0.6.? Is it longer by 50%? 100% ? 200%. Maybe someone can swing back and forth between 2 targets and see if the TID dwell makes you have to slow down your swing to ID each ? 
maybe for TID dwell there should be user choice between V0.6 speed and V0.7 speed?

I will have to wait until at least Monday to do the V 0.7 update-  I must say it looks like an awesome update with a lot of the improvements that were discussed right here. I have detecting opportunities this weekend on V 0.6 but I’ll be watching for 0.7 user comments all weekend  

HH and Happy Easter 

Never considered rotational torque, and it’s another point of weakness. I will rephrase my nose heavy as compared to equinox it’s easier to swing. I tried a counterweight at the arm cuff and it felt better swinging it. I’ve decided not to pursue the coil centering idea. Wouldn’t even have brought it up if I had my dang 9” coil already. 

So I have the 11” Deus 2 coil and I must say I’m doing quite well with it even in dense iron and target rich areas. I only extend the lower stem 4” or 5” which keeps it fairly light and balanced. I’m wondering if the use of a coil centering device would be worth getting only for the 11” coil- I wouldn’t bother on the 9” coil which I’m anxious to receive. If anyone has one or tried one can you give me your opinion if it helps or not really worth it? The Deus 2 with 11” coil is absolutely not nose heavy, but I’d consider the centering device worthwhile  if it makes it notably more balanced.   Thanks 

Have a great break. I also bought the 280 which I got for excursions, but I use a smaller backpack for regular use. The 280 holds much more and is almost too much for little treks. Packed to the gills it’s still very comfortable to have on while hiking. It’s not hard even detecting with it on because it’s a bit lighter then. 

1 hour ago, Carolina said:

I was told by Charlene Sabisch ( Andy’s wife ) that it would be October before they would arrive as a single unit. They have the 9” detectors arriving soon though. That’s all I know.

Thanks for the sad update, I’m going to rely on forced optimism and irrational exuberance and see if that gets me my 9” coil before then!

Carolina, Did you say stand alone coils for Deus 2 won’t be available until late October?  I ordered a 9” in January and last update from my dealer stated they’re not certain but expect a few to come with their next batch of detectors. October would be 10 month wait if that’s correct. I’m doing well with the 11” but really want the 9”. 

Surprisingly no emi problems with all that juice running under foot?

Thanks, I’ll download what you linked to, thanks for that, phrunt   
I will make sure I can get it opened up with that then standby for a while again as in the update thread I see there are still some that claim loss of depth. I’m thinking maybe they didn’t use the version of 0.6 with March date but the earlier one. 

I want to do the V0.6 update now that it appears to be safe to do so. Now, I apologize for my utter lack of computer skills but I need some help. I don’t have a PC but can use a windows based laptop at work, or my wife’s laptop. I’ve updated my equinox a couple of times but when I go to XP update page and download I get a program updaterdeusIIupdate.zip and cannot open it. The video instruction by Gary says it will ask if you want to have it on your home screen but I don’t get that prompt. The zip file does not open. What am I doing wrong? Help would be appreciated. Thsnks

I’m not having any problems with the charging clip, but I’m curious to compare it to the older version as you say it’s different. 

I Love the WS6 phones, and as I stated on another thread, I just attach them with 4 small zip-ties to a baseball cap so they stay put but you can move the earpieces away when you want and feel very comfortable to use. It’s still amazing to me you can control the detector by them. 

Might have to switch to something more secure. Simple small pinch buckles are never going to fail. 

9 hours ago, martygene said:

I was out yesterday with my D2 and the glare was terrible. I will be ordering a screen protector that is anti-glare... thanks for the tips..

I agree- I do have non glare protector but the environmental cover is glare inducing so I might cut the plastic where the screen is so I can benefit from the anti glare of the protector. 

Oval coil may not be in the cards for technical reasons, unless it’s a 7 x 10 or so like vanquish 440 has. But as Palzinsky says about the lightweight upper, I’m going to get one to use with WS6 and 9” coil as Deus 2-Lite. I agree the lower shaft flex is not as bad as stated, but I’m only extending the coil stem 6” with 11” coil and maybe 8” with the 9” ( when I get that) so any flex would be minimized. Some enterprising outfit will surely introduce a stiffer option or a remedy to improve stiffness. Maybe it just needs a little blue pill? 

I wish it would be an audio book narrated by the one, the only Gary B. 

If a small elliptical is a non starter, then whats the minimum coil size that would not have the manufacturing issues and yet provide enough of an advantage  in trashy areas and around obstacles to be worthwhile?   How about a 7” round for instance?  

I’m holding off for time being also. Who knows, maybe yet another update will be released in near future 

Sometimes there is a slight delay in connecting. When ready you hear a sound pulse which indicates connection. Sometimes when that sound doesn’t come I point the pp toward metal and it will be functional. Only rarely do I have to turn it off and on again to connect. 

So, I assume I should wait for the bug fix then it’s Ok to do the update? When bug is fixed will it result in V 0.6 date later than all other updates?  

Would a round carbon fiber tube inserted into Deus 2 lower stem add stiffness without any noticeable added weight?  In other words strengthen it rather than trying to make non- round fiber stem replacement?  Just thinkin 

10 hours ago, phrunt said:

The Chinese appear to make a XP Deus mount clone, I don't know if this would help anyone with their projects?

 

Do the Deus 2 lower stems fit into the Orx telescoping shaft?and is the remote snap-on mount  the same? They are or were not long ago only $99 and excellent quality. Could be used for second setup along lines of Deus 2 lite. Might exhibit less flexure combined with D2 lower stem?

I thought XP was going to offer a sturdier lower stem particularly for diving ( but could be used inland as well). I have the 11” and being 5’ 8” and because it’s the 11” coil I only extend the lower stem about 6-7 “ ( I don’t know what mark that would be ) and at that length I do not notice any wobble or feel it’s flimsy.