can AT PRO be used underwater with no headphones?

[mitchellf]

is the built in speaker loud enough to be heard clearly underwater?

getting new at pro any day now, want to gain as much knowledge possible before it arrives.

thx

 

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[BVI Hunter]

They say waterproof to ten feet, but you'll need to block off the headphone jack, not sure how you'd do that?

 

[tomnkari]

The AT Pro comes with a plastic cap for the headphone jack if you're not using it but it doesn't have a water tight seal. I wouldn't trust it. If you're gonna scuba or snorkel with the AT Pro I'd invest another $100 or so for the blue Garrett waterproof headphones.

 

[mitchellf]

comes with screw on cap

 

[Higgy]

I'm thinking that using the cap, and filling the socket with dielectric grease would be worth a try.

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Mind you, there are also spray greases, which would work for keeping corrosion off your connectors. I am sure that Garrett does this from the factory, but also getting a can for yourself is a good idea. Both are needed in differing applications. I've been an industrial mechanic for the last 25 years, and have put my faith in CRC products.

Also, FWIW, this grease works wonders on crappy old corroded vehicle lightbulb sockets and battery terminals.

 

[BVI Hunter]

comes with screw on cap

will not be waterproof

 

[BVI Hunter]

I'm thinking that using the cap, and filling the socket with dielectric grease would be worth a try.

Amazon.com: CRC 05109 Technician Grade Di-Electric Grease with Precision Tip Applicator - 0.5 oz.: Automotive

Mind you, there are also spray greases, which would work for keeping corrosion off your connectors. I am sure that Garrett does this from the factory, but also getting a can for yourself is a good idea. Both are needed in differing applications. I've been an industrial mechanic for the last 25 years, and have put my faith in CRC products.

Also, FWIW, this grease works wonders on crappy old corroded vehicle lightbulb sockets and battery terminals.

will not be waterproof to even a few feet due to water pressure.

 

[pyledriver]

You can do it. I'd add some silicon to the cap just in case but I've seen it done with the cap only... It was only wading so maybe only submerged 1-2'. Look up Beau Ouimette's videos-he has several showing the AT underwater without phones.

 

[Higgy]

will not be waterproof to even a few feet due to water pressure.

Think so?

At sea level, one atmosphere (33 feet),, is about 14.6 PSI. Ten feet is a third of that? I'd think that this would be inconsequential at the max depth of an AT Pro.

I'd also like to add here that this is purely conjecture on my part, and purely for the sake of discussion.

 

[CladGrabber]

I've seen aquachigger and nugget noggin submerge their At pros with no headphones.
Use the factory supplied cap and oring.
If you really want a definite answer call garrett.

 

[dirtdigginfool]

The best answer..only my honest opinion..would be the Garrett waterproof headphones, that way, 1-you are using that machine to it's intended and highest level of operation...and 2-applying an rtv silicone WOULD make for a watertight seal, but then now you have a gigantic mess with now trying to dig all that solidified rtv out when you want to later add a headphone to that jack. and yes-Beau Ouimette (Aquachigger) does use his ATP underwater with no phones..but we don't get free/discounted products either..no disrespect to Beau..he earns everything he gets..check out his many vids..just my 2 cents worth...thx ddf

 

[RobRieman]

I've used mine underwater with just the caps without any issues yet. My wife was with me while we were canoeing and she wanted to hear too. I always use headphones when I'm alone though.

 

[BVI Hunter]

this would be inconsequential at the max depth of an AT Pro.

Did not mean the machine itself, but the jack outlet with the factory screw on cap.

 

[CladGrabber]

The best answer..only my honest opinion..would be the Garrett waterproof headphones, that way, 1-you are using that machine to it's intended and highest level of operation...and 2-applying an rtv silicone WOULD make for a watertight seal, but then now you have a gigantic mess with now trying to dig all that solidified rtv out when you want to later add a headphone to that jack. and yes-Beau Ouimette (Aquachigger) does use his ATP underwater with no phones..but we don't get free/discounted products either..no disrespect to Beau..he earns everything he gets..check out his many vids..just my 2 cents worth...thx ddf

I have to disagree with you on the garrett "blues" with no volume control.
The gray ghost amphibs are way nicer, better fit, better sound, imo.

 

[Higgy]

I have to disagree with you on the garrett "blues" with no volume control.
The gray ghost amphibs are way nicer, better fit, better sound, imo.

The Garrett Blues are rather spartan, but they get the job done. One of these days, some clever entrepreneur will develop a simple waterproof, comfortable, -AND- wireless headset for the ATP, and a host of others. Come on guys! Are there no electronic experts here with a desire to fill a niche?

 

[bzbadger]

Yes you can as long as you use the supplied cap which lets just assume that Garrett may have tested before saying you can. I have and there is no problem. Also if you plan to spend $100 on those blue waterproof headphones just take out a lighter and burn the cash..theyre horrible. You obviously have taken the time to check on detectors and bought a good machine now do the same and buy grey ghost amphibs. Wet or dry nothing helps an ATP show its stuff more than grey ghosts, it will save you so much time hearing the crackles etc on either side of the good tone which tells you its trash target and you don't have to spend time digging as much only to find a bottle cap. Also please read your directions for the ATP as it will tell u how to properly prepare it for water use.