Full Face Masks & Communications

MKII - BUDDY PHONE
The Buddy Phone and the Interspiro Divator-MKII full-face mask (FFM) make a perfect system.

The oral-nasal cavity is the ideal place for a microphone.   A port located on the front of the FFM allows microphone positioning in front of the users mouth to allow for clear communications.   The Buddy Phone transceiver mounts conveniently o the side of any full-face mask.

The combination of high-quality communications and one of the finest full-face masks available ensures the highest intelligibility possible.

MANTIS BUDDY PHONE
The Buddy Phone and the Mantis full-face mask are the ideal system for the recreational diver.

The Mantis provides an excellent fit which is adaptable for virtually all face types. It has the added feature of being able to equalize like a standard scuba mask.   The Mantis is fully customizable to use your favorite 2 nd stage regulator.

When combined with our easy-to-use Buddy Phone and Super Mic, this system makes a winning combination.

OTHER BUSDDY SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS
Our popular Buddy Phone system can be easily installed on a variety of full-face masks.  
A few of our configurations are shown below

 

RX-100 BUDDY PHONE
RX-100 Buddy Phone is a receive-only unit powered by a 9-vold battery.  
It attaches to the diver's existing mask strap and positions over the ear.

The RX-100 Buddy Phone will monitor communications within range and on the same frequency.   This new and improved unit features a new squelch unit that will help decrease bubble noise as well as marine biological noise.

The RX-100 is an integral component on all of our Buddy Phone systems and can also fit virtually all standard scuba masks.   The RX-100 is a great tool for instruction, guided tours, directing photography or just sharing with a buddy.

XT-100H BUDDY PHONE
The XT-100H Buddy Phone transceiver has been specifically designed for the Sport Diver.   It is a buddy system providing moderate range and clear diver-to-diver voice communications.   With an optional surface station, diver-to-surface and/or surface-to-diver communications are available.  

The user installs his favorite 2 nd stage regulator into the mouth mask and uses their own dive mask, making the XT-100H affordable and easy to use.

SP-100 BUDDY PHONE
The SP-100 Buddy Phone is a compact, ultrasonic, single-sideband transceiver designed to allow surface-to-diver and/or diver-to-surface through-water communications with Buddy Phones and all other ultrasonic transceivers on the same frequency and within range.

The SP-100 offers many useful features to ensure user-friendly performance.   For example:   front panel squelch control, affront panel speaker, heavy-duty water-resistant housing, 12-volt external power accommodations, hand-held microphone and much more.   The AP-100 Buddy Phone Portable Surface Station offers simplicity in design and is a favorite of many Search & Rescue teams.

AQUACOM SSB-2010 DIVER TRANSCEIVER
The Aquacom SSB-2010 Diver Transceiver is a medium-power (5 watts), multi-channel, single-sideband, diver-worn unit.   It provides clear communications for diver-to-diver, diver-to-surface or vice versa.   The SSB-2010 offers many of the same features found on the SWSB-1001B such as voice operated control (VOX), Push-to-Talk control (PTT) and a voice menu.   The SSB-2010 features four channels, state-of-the-art Digital Signal Processing and custom integrated circuits, guaranteeing performance and intelligibility that is second to none.

The unit can be completely adjusted while underwater through the use of the voice menu.   The menu ensures that the diver knows what settings are being adjusted.   A proprietary squelch circuit allows the user to adjust for man-made or marine biological noise.   We offer a number of earphone/microphone assemblies for configuration with virtually and full face or mouth mask.

CDK-6 SURFACE ACCESSORY KIT
Need a portable surface unit at a moment's notice?   Look no further than our CDK-6 Surface Accessory Kit.

The CDK-6 was designed to allow a topside tender to convert our SSB-2010, SSB2001B-2 or SSB-1001B units into a portable surface station.   After a quick and easy installation, you can talk to other divers/or surface stations within range and on the same frequency.

The kit is easy to install, taking only seconds.   It consists of one headset with boom microphone, and a transducer cable.

Once you have made the installation, you simply control the diver unit via a built-in PTT control located on the headset.   You have complete control over your settings, such as:   VOX/PTT mode, squelch, earphone volume and channel selection.   If you decide to use the transceiver for a diver, simply remove the CDK-6 Surface Accessory Kit.

SSB-2001B-2
The new Aquacom SSB-2001B-2 is a diver-worn unit that features two channels and allow for both PTT and VOX modes-which can be selected while underwater.   Whatever your needs, the SSB-2001B-2 offers a fast and easy solution.   The SSB-2001B-2 is compatible with our CDK-6 Surface Accessory Kit.

TP-1001 TRANSCEIVER POUCH
Our new Transceiver Pouch is made from heavy-duty material and allows you to keep your equipment secure and protected.   The pouch has a drawstring top and a small, zippered utility pouch.   It can be used to mount your transceiver to your tank or virtually anywhere on a diver.   It can also be used by a topside tender when using our CDK-6 Surface Accessory Kit.

AQUACOM STX-101 SURFACE STATION
The Aquacom STX-101 Surface Station is a four channel, through-water portable surface station designed to operate with Aquacom SSB-2010 transceivers.   The STX-101 is also compatible with all Buddy Phone transceivers on the same frequency (typically channel 1), SSB-2001B-2, SSB-1001B or any single sideband transceiver on the sane frequency and within range.

The STX-101 comes standard with a 35-foot transducer cable, transducer, hand-held microphone and operator's manual.   It operates on two 6-volt alkaline spring-type lantern batteries or with two optional RB-6V rechargeable batteries.   An optional headset with boom microphone (THB-101) is also available for when privacy is desired.

EMA-2
The EMA-2 Earphone/Microphone Assembly is compatible with the Interspiro Divator-MKII full-face mask.   It consists of dual earphones, neoprene earphone holders, PTT control, Hi-Use connector (for use on through-water or hard-wire communications, Divator-MKII cover plate and a Hot-Mic element.

Earphone/Microphone assemblies are also available for a variety of other full-face masks such as the Mantis, EXO-26 and ScubaPro to name a few.  

TA-32 HULL MOUNT
Many Search & Rescue teams have equipped their boats with a hull mount transducer assembly.  
This allows the boat to operate without putting a transducer over the side.

These are offered in various frequencies.

AQUACOM MK2-DCI TWO DIVER INTERCOM
The Aquacom MK2-DCI is a compact, self-contained, two-diver air intercom. It is designed to allow one or two divers clear communication either in two wire (push-to-talk) or four wire (round robin) mode.   Up to three divers can be "stacked" on each side, allowing a total of six divers to communicate at once.

To ensure the highest intelligibility possible over virtually any length of communication wire, the MK2-DCI has 20 watts of audio power.   The   MK2-DCI is rugged in design to withstand the harsh marine environment. The heavy-duty panel speaker was specifically chosen to deliver loud and clear volume when necessary.   When intelligibility is a factor, the MK2-DCI is second to none.

MK-7 BUDDYLINE
The MK-7 Buddyline is designed for fast response time with little setup for the tender.   One or two divers can be on-line in the four wire (round robin) mode.   The automatic on/off circuit is activated when the headset with boom microphone is connected or disconnected to the MK-7.   The tender has full volume control for himself and two divers on the front panel.

The MK-7 comes standard with a deluxe headset with boom microphone, record out receptacle and an 8-cell AA battery holder.   The MK-7 ca also be purchased as a complete system with any style connectors, length of ComRope and full face mask.

COMROPE
The ComRope is 100% Nylon, 7/16" static kern mantle rope with four custom-designed wired down to center to ensure good, clear communications with virtually no cross talk and/or interference.

COMROPE BAG
The ComRope bag is manufactured from a heavy-duty, high visibility mesh that features a reinforced mouth with an adjustable drawstring Nylon cord.   A convenient opening on the side of the bag allows you to access the topside connection of the ComRope.   The ComRope bag is the perfect accessory for tenders who require portability.

 

HI-USE CONNECTOR
The Hi-Use connector is a waterproof with beryllium-copper sockets and pins made out of durable Navy Brass, which can be disconnected and reconnected at any depth.   When you're looking for a connector you can rely on, the Hi-Use is the connector for you.

 

OTHER CONNECTORS

AMP-4M 4 PIN WITH GRIPPER RING
AMP connectors are a reasonable alternative to the Hi-Use connectors.   The connector with the gripper ring (pictured lower right) is the male AMP, and the connector with the gripper ring (pictured upper right) is the female AMP.

BANANA PLUG
Banana plugs are commonly used in the commercial diving arena.  
They can be easily stacked if you need multiple divers in the water to have communications.

AQUACOM SSB-1001B DIVER TRANSCEIVER
The Aquacom SSB-1001B is a high power, single-sideband, multi-channel, through-water underwater transceiver.   It is designed to meet the demanding needs of the Military or Government Diver.   It is the benchmark for all others and in use with Special Operations dive teams around the world.  

This state-of-the-art transceiver uses patented Digital Signal Processing (DSP) to ensure performance and intelligibility that is second to none.   This unit is completely adjustable underwater.   The diver can adjust his earphone and message receive volume, choose between VBOX and PTT and turn squelch on/off during the dive.

The raw power of the SSB-1001B ensures clear speech and long range under most conditions.   IN order to organize different dive teams, the SSB-1001B offers 8 channels the diver can choose from while submerged. The SSB-1001B can easily be converted to a portable surface station with our optional CDK-6 Surface Accessory Kit.

MK7-SC1 SECURE COM
The MK7-SC1 Secure Com is an underwater communications system designed to allow two or more divers to have secure communications while connected via a state-of-the-art, hard-wire system.

Once connected, the divers will be able to talk to each other, hands-free, via 4-wire communications.   This system is hardwire only, and requires each diver to carry a unit to tie into the system.

INTERSPIRO DIVATOR-MKII (AGA MASK)
The Interspiro Divator MK-II full-face mask (FFM) for diving is second to none.   It has been field proven by government, military, commercial and public safety teams around the world.   The full-face masks are primarily used with SCUBA but are often utilized with surface-supplied gas as well as rebreathers.

The Divator-MKII (commonly referred to as the AGA mask) has been tested by Duke University in unmanned tests to 1,800 feet and has been found to be extremely reliable.   All the Divator-MKII full-face masks have been tested by the U.S. Navy Experimental Diving Unit (NEDU) and are on the Approved for Navy Use (ANU) list.

This mask is available in semi-positive and positive pressure.
 

DIVATOR-MK11 (AGA MASK) ACCESSORIES
The HAS-2 supply hose adapts the 2 nd stage regulator on the Divator-KMII from a Metric to Imperial hose fitting.   The HAS-2 fits most American standard 1 st stage regulators.

HOSE SWIVEL (SW-1)
The SI-1 Hose Swivel adapter for the Divator-MKII allow 360 degrees of movement and attaches to a standard low-pressure diving hose. The SW-1 will allow you a full range of head movement in the mask and reduce hose entanglements in a snag-prone environment.

AMBIENT BREATHING VALVE (ABV-1)
The ABV-1 Ambient Breathing Valve allows the user to breathe ambient air at the surface and conserve the breathing gas in their tank.   The ABV-1 can be installed on your existing Divator-MKII (AGA) or order your Divator-MKII (AGA) with the valve pre-installed.

MASK BAG
The mask bag was designed to protect your full-face mask from everyday wear-and-tear.   The bag features a tough, PVC-reinforced bottom and an easy-access, U-shaped, zippered opening.   A D-ring allows you to hang the bag in the correct storage position and there are mesh openings to allow for proper drainage.

MINOR MAINTENANCE KIT
The Interspiro Divator-MKII minor maintenance kit contains two valve discs, an exhalation diaphragm, valve housing, valve cone diaphragm and various O-rings.

MAJOR MAINTENANCE KIT
The Interspiro Divator-MKI major maintenance kit comes with tow valve discs, and exhalation diaphragm, a sealing piston assembly, a counter pressure assembly, push pad, various O-rings and a head harness.

MANIFOLD BLOCK (MAN-BLK)
The manifold block allows you to manually switch between two different gases while at depth.   It has two input ports for gas and one output port that lead to your 2 nd stage regulator.   The manifold block also features an over-pressure relief valve.

HOT MIC (ME-16R)
The patented ME-16R Hot Mic evolved form many years of research and development to design a true studio-quality, noise canceling microphone that can withstand the harsh marine environment and depth charges of up to twelve feet without equalization.   The Hot Mic is the ultimate for television and film.

SUPER MIC
The new Super Mic is an acoustically balanced, noise-canceling microphone with high quality acoustic response and clarity.   The microphone is capable of immersion to any depth without sustaining damage.   There is no need for plastic bags or other makeshift devices to protect the Super Mic.   This revolutionary design will out-perform virtually all other microphones and is quickly becoming the standard for underwater communications.

 

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