RE: [Paddlewise] Product Warning: Standard Horizon HX460S - Repeated Submersibility Failure

Great info, Scott!  I'll try West Marine for instant replacement, rather
than waiting weeks for SH to do their thing.  I'll try the plug suggestions
you mentioned on the replacement.  One question: if you use the silicon goop
in the mic jack, can it ever be used again?  If I ever get the prototype
hard case I mentioned, a connect will be required through the case in order
to use the waterproof throat mic that is supposed to coming as well.

Thanks again for the info.  Most helpful!

Mitch
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Scott Camlin [mailto:SCamlin_at_RestructAssoc.com]
> Sent: Monday, June 28, 2004 2:58 PM
> To: Mitchell McKinnon; PaddleWise_at_paddlewise.net
> Cc: brian_nystrom_at_att.net
> Subject: RE: [Paddlewise] Product Warning: Standard Horizon HX460S -
> Repeated Submersibility Failure
> 
> Our club here in New England has had similar experiences.  In the past two
> years, about 30 trip leaders and other active paddlers have bought HX460S
> units.  Initially, people were very pleased by the features and size; most
> carry them in the PFD pocket like Mitchell or mounted on the shoulder
> strap (so we can hear and talk in high winds and surf).  They started
> going bad due to immersion and most have had one die one or more times.  I
> think the record in the club is nine units returned for replacement.
> [snip]
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