Magnacom MAG-1001S User manual - page 14
SECTION 5: HElPFUl HINTS AND TIPS
The following hints and tips should help you obtain the best possible use of the
MAG-1001S:
5.1
TRANSDUCER
-It is important that the transducer be protected, because it is designed using a
material that can break if sharply hit or impacted.
-Do not hang the transducer in a position that is blocked or lying on the bottom.
-Do not transmit without first submerging the transducer.
-All divers should inform everyone if they go below a thermocline. If possible,
lower the transducer to the same depth as the divers in the thermocline.
-It is extremely important to remember to pull the transducer up when moving a
vessel. Many transducers have been lost when cut off by a propeller.
5.2
HAND-HElD MICROPHONE OR HEADSET/bOOM MIC
-Most hand-held microphones and headsets are not waterproof. Keep them as dry
as possible.
5.3
PlACEMENT OF THE MAG-1001S
-The MAG-1001S should be placed where it can be easily heard. If working out
of a boat, locate a place you can secure the unit where boat action will not cause
it to fall. Also, remember to dress the transducer cable in such a way that divers
and/or topside personnel will not trip over it.
5.4
TAlkING & lISTENING
-When talking to divers, keep in mind they have many things going on while under-
water. It is best to get the diver’s attention before giving him a message. Example:
“Mark, Mark, this is Topside, come in Mark.” Mark answers and then listens for
your message. Example: “Topside, this is Mark, go ahead.” Remember, you hear
a short tone burst each time the MAG-1001S transmitter is keyed.
-Also remember to talk slowly and in one continuous sentence. Try not to make
long sentences. It is always a good idea to have the divers repeat the message back
to ensure they understood what you said.
-Listening to divers is usually easier than divers’ listening to the topside tender.
Again, repeat what you heard the divers say to ensure everyone is communicating
accurately.
Talking and listening while diving require practice and will improve every time
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