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a team works together. The U.S. Navy has found that there is a learning curve
associated with mastering wireless communications. About three days of diving
per Navy diver were required to get proficient with the equipment. Therefore, do
not be discouraged when first using wireless communications.
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IN THE bEGINNING . . .
If this is the first time that you or anyone else on your team is using underwater
communications, it is recommended that the team first get together to talk about the
system. Practice alternative communications in the event something is not work-
ing. Plan to use a second channel to which everyone knows to switch in the event
someone leaves the working channel. A session in a swimming pool or another
place where the team can practice in a controlled environment is recommended.
(Note: Some pools contain filters that produce small bubbles, which can reduce or
stop ultrasonic transmissions. Therefore, if you see these small bubbles, move to
a different pool for your practice sessions.)
You will find you need about three full dives before you will be talking and listen-
ing like the “pros”. Have fun, and we hope to see you on a communication dive
in the future!