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® MK-7 BUDDY-LINE Two-Diver Intercom User Guide “Technology in Depth”...
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No license or rights to manufacture, pro- duce, and/or sell either the manual or articles described herein are given. Undersea Systems International, Inc., dba Ocean Technology Systems, re- serves the right to change specifications without notice. It is recommended that all users read and fully understand this manual before using the MK-7 ®...
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION: Congratulations! You have just purchased the finest, state-of-the-art hard- wire intercom in the world. Your new MK-7 BUDDY-LINE ® two-diver air intercom represents state-of-the-art technology and innovation—the choice of discriminating divers throughout the world. Please take the time to read this User Guide.
FUNCTIONS & FEATURES: 3.1 Functions: ® The MK-7 BUDDY-LINE hard-wire system utilizes the “four wire” ap- proach. It is a closed loop comparable to a telephone system. A typical hard-wire system consists of a surface intercom, a headset with a boom ®...
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- IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE - IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT THE DIVERS ARE DRESSED OUT IN A MANNER THAT WILL STRAIN-RE- ® LIEVE THE COM-ROPE . COMMERCIAL DIVE SCHOOLS ® TYPICALLY INSTRUCT TO HAVE THE COM-ROPE TETHERED TO THE DIVER’S HARNESS OR BUOYANCY COMPENSATOR WITH A QUICK RELEASE.
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3.2 Features: Note: See Figures 3.1 & 3.2. ITEM DESCRIPTION Headset with boom microphone Noise-canceling boom microphone Female Amp connector on the headset side Record out plug (male mini—line level) Small o-ring Male Amp connector on upper electronic module Gripper ring ®...
THE CONNECTORS WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE MK-7 AND/ OR LOSS OF COMMUNICATIONS. SETUP FOR THE DIVER(S) ® 4.2.1 Although the MK-7 Buddy-Line can be used with various full- face or mouth masks, the most common full-face mask chosen is...
the AGA full-face mask. The following are the set up procedures, if you have an AGA full-face mask. You should have already con- ® nected the headset and Com-Ropes if you are following this manual (see 4.1, Setup for the Tender). We are also assuming you ordered ®...
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1/4” from the tender’s lips (keep the microphone as dry as possible). ® The MK-7 BUDDY-LINE will power up the moment the headset and boom microphone are connected. There is not an On/Off switch. As long as the headset is plugged in, the MK-7 will be On and drawing power.
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NOTE IF THE DIVER IS SET UP PROPERLY, THE TENDER’S PULL- ING ON THE COM-ROPE SHOULD PULL ON THE DIVER’S HAND LOOP FIRST. IF THE DIVER IS NOT HOLDING THE HAND LOOP, THE STRAIN SHOULD GO TO THE BELT “D- RING,”...
SECTION 5 BATTERIES: ® The MK-7 BUDDY-LINE is provided with an SP-8 eight-cell AA battery holder located in the lower housing (Figure 1, #14). It is recommended to use Alkaline batteries only. To install the batteries, follow these steps: Locate the latches on the sides of the lower housing (Figure 1, #15).
SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING: Problem: Corrosion buildup on the connectors. Possible Cause and Remedy Failure to wash and lubricate connectors after use in salt water. Remove salt water residue or corrosion from the unit by wiping with a cloth saturated in warm, fresh water (detergent if neces- sary).
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Problem: A strong but distorted signal is received. Possible Cause and Remedy You are speaking too loudly into the microphone. Speak with more moderate volume, slowly and distinctly. Your volume controls are set at too high a level. Slowly adjust your volumes as to not overdrive the system.
If the MK-7 is not going to be used for a long period of time, the batteries should be removed. - PLEASE NOTE - ® ALTHOUGH THE MK-7 BUDDY-LINE IS A RUGGEDLY CONSTRUCTED PIECE OF YOUR DIVING GEAR, IT SHOULD BE TREATED LIKE AN ELECTRONIC PIECE...
SECTION 8 HELPFUL HINTS: All training should be conducted in a controlled environment such as a swimming pool. All personnel who intend to use this system should read and fully understand this manual and equipment before they use it. Divers should be dressed in such a manner that they can discon- ®...
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We reserve the right to decline responsibility where repairs have been made or attempted by other than an Ocean Technology Sys- tems factory-trained service center or properly trained person- nel. In no event shall Ocean Technology Systems be liable for consequential damages. Ocean Technology Systems 3133 W.
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