Vigil 2+ Xtreme User`s Manual x0.3
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1. In short Action Result 1 Push Hello followed by Vigil 2 appears flash 2 VIGIL 2 2 Push Flash 3 RVIGIL 2 3 Push Flash amp 4 VIGIL 2 4 Push Start of self tests OK The startup and shut down procedures listed in this manual have been established to reduce the risk of an unwanted start up or shut down sequence and to ensure that the Vigil 2 Xtreme cannot be turned on or off by accidentally pressing the push button 3 5 3 Self Tests The Vigil 2 Xtreme automatically goes through a complete test sequence each time it is switched on It verifies that the battery pack the cutter and the electronic circuits main functions are in proper working order The following messages are shown Bat OK The battery pack is functioning properly Cut OK The cutter resistance is tested Ctrl OK The electronic circuits are functioning properly If an error is detected the following messages may be shown Bat Low Low Battery the Vigil 2 Xtreme is stil operational but the dual battery pack must be replaced as soon as possible see page 29 7 1 Bat The dual battery pack must be replaced the Vigil 2 Xtreme will not switch on see page 29 7 1 Cut Err Cutter resistance is out of tolerance the Vigil 2 Xtreme will not switch on Ctrl A discrepancy in one of the electronic circuits is observed unit will not switch on If one of2. us PARACHUTES de FRANCE parachutesystems Shy Dive air ZAooncept 2 Jump Shack Aer odyne femsmwwes aCIMSA KO A839 MIRAGE 4 United Parachute Technologies nv sa GER Advanced Aerospace Designs AAD nvisa Advanced Aerospace Designs Bld A Reyers 193 B 1030 Brussels Belgium Tel 32 0 2 732 65 52 Fax 32 0 2 736 06 27 e mail info vigil aero website www vigil aero Vigil America Inc 1400 Flightline Blvd Suite C DeLand FL 32724 USA Tel 1 386 736 8464 Fax 1 386 736 8468 e mail candace vigil aero Vigil Far East Nam Fong Industrial Building Block 1 227 RIC Avenida Vencelau de Morais Macau Hong Kong Tel 852 660 30 710 Singapore Tel 65 8431 8028 etta vigil aero Table of contents Paragraph 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 5 1 3 5 2 3 5 3 3 5 4 3 5 5 3 5 6 3 5 7 3 5 8 3 5 9 Warning Disclaimer and limited warranty see 37 39 Welcome to the Vigil 2 Xtreme World Introduction Function General Working Principle Installation The Vigil 2 Xtreme mode Information regarding the Activation Altitude Start Up and Shut Down Procedures Start Up Display Starting Up the Vigil 2 Xtreme Self Tests SETUP Menu Parameters Altitude correction Using a positive altitude correction to raise the activation altitude INFO Menu Information CONFIG Menu Configuration Choice confirmation Shut Down Pag
3. Operating description Altitude correction from 6000 ft 2000 m up to 6000 ft 2000 m Operating range 1800 ft 600 m up to more than 100 000 ft 30 000 m Active Airborne range 1800ft 600m up to 30 000ft 9200m Operation Vigil 2 Xtreme see 3 Working temperature from 13 F 25 C to 158 F 70 C 35 Life time Maximum 20 years life expectancy Maintenance No scheduled maintenance required In function of self tests messages during start up Waterproof IP 68 immersion at 1 8 m 6 ft for a maximum of 24 hours Stand by 14 hours Power Pack 3 6V dual lithium Vigil AA battery Life time min 2000 jumps or max 10 years 8 4 Units and conversion factors Length FEX 0 3048 m Or 4mX3 281 ft Pressure inHg x 33 86 mbar hPa or mbar hPa x 0 02953 inHg Speed mph x 1 6093 km h or km hx0 6214 mph Temperature C x 9 5 32 F or F 32 x5 02 C 9 Communication Port IR Download Box optional NATO Stock Number NSN 7025 13 119 7111 The Vigil 2 Xtreme Control Unit is equipped with an infrared communication port that allows the user to download the freefall data recorded from the previous jumps An LR Download Box and the associated management software is available as an option see your dealer for more information All of the parameters of the last 16 minutes of freefall and partial canopy ride are r
4. the Vigil 2 Xtreme will become armed 1000 ft above the preset negative altitude correction so if the negative altitude correction is over 1000 ft the Vigil 2 Xtreme will become armed maximum 32 sec after you have reached 90 ft above the GROUND ZERO reference take off location WHEN A NEGATIVE ALTITUDE CORRECTION IS APPLIED IT IS MANDATORY THAT THE AIRCRAFT REMAINS AT LEAST 90 ft ABOVE THE GROUND ZERO REFERENCE take off zone FOR AT LEAST 32 SECONDS THIS ALLOWS VIGIL 2 Xtreme TO CHANGE FROM STAND BY TO FAST MEASURING STATUS In freefall the Vigil 2 Xtreme starts to continuously calculate the leftover time to reach the activation altitude When this altitude or lower is reached by the jumper at equal or superior speed compared to the factory set parameters the cutter of the Vigil 2 Xtreme will instantly fire and cut the closing loop of your emergency parachute 0 002 sec An altitude correction allows you to implement a positive or negative altitude difference between the departure and landing levels from 6000 ft to 6000 ft or from 2000 m to 2000 m in steps of 150 ft or 50 m The Vigil 2 Xtreme takes this altitude correction into account to calculate the new activation altitude This principle also allows you to modify the activation altitude permanently if the airport where you take off and the landing zone are at DIFFERENT altitudes or if there is a hillock near the drop zone Vigil Xtreme has its own factory set acti
5. 2 Xtreme is ready for use Remark While the message Q Enjoy is displayed by pushing the button you can go back to the three menus SETUP INFO or CONFIG for a possible verification or modification If no altitude correction is entered Xtreme remains displayed If an altitude correction was entered Xtreme mode will be displayed as X for Xtreme followed by a or sign preceding the value of the implemented altitude correction see example page 17 The value will be shown in feet ft or meters m After switch on the Vigil 2 Xtreme stays on for a period of 14 hours and will then switch off automatically see page 23 for more detail At the next switch on Vigil 2 Xtreme will retain in its memory all of the previous settings used with the exception of the ground zero reference The ground zero reference is reset at each switch on gt gt gt The Vigil 2 Xtreme is now ready for use and is a stand by status While in stand by status the unit re calibrates itself every 32 sec After take off the Vigil 2 Xtreme will become armed once 1000 ft above ground zero reference is reached if no or a positive altitude correction is implemented When a negative altitude correction is implemented the Vigil 2 Xtreme will become armed 1000 ft above the preset negative altitude correction see page 8 3 1 gt After take off max 32 sec above 90 ft the Vigif 2 Xtreme will go in to fast measuring
6. INJURIES WRONGFUL DEATH LOSS OF CONSORTIUM PROPERTY DAMAGE AND LOSS OF USE OF EQUIPMENT THE WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE AND THE OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES OF THE MANUFACTURER THEREUNDER ARE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF AND BUYER HEREBY WAIVES AND RELEASES ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AGREEMENTS GUARANTEES CONDITIONS DUTIES OBLIGATIONS REMEDIES OR LIABILITIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ARISING BY LAW OR OTHERWISE INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION GUARANTEES CONDITIONS DUTIES OBLIGATIONS REMEDIES OR continue next page 39 11 DISCLAIMER AND LIMITED WARRANTY continuation of page 38 LIABILITIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ARISING BY LAW OR OTHERWISE INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF PERFORMANCE DEALING USAGE OR TRADE WITH RESPECT TO THE MANUFACTURER S PERFORMANCE HEREUNDER AND BUYER AGREES THAT THE MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SUFFERED BY BUYER DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BECAUSE OF ANY DEFECT IN THE MANUFACTURER S PERFORMANCE HEREUNDER NO AGREEMENT OR UNDERSTANDING VARYING ALTERING OR EXTENDING THE MANUFACTURER S LIABILITY HEREUNDER SHALL BE BINDING ON THE MANUFACTURER UNLESS IN WRITING AND SIGNED BY THE MANUFACTURER S AND THE BUYER S DULY AUTHORIZED OFFICER OR REPRESENTATIVE IMPORTANT NOTE THERE IS A QUALITY CONTROL NUMBER HOLOGRAM 4 Alphanumeric
7. assemblies are assembled with permanent electronic and optical production control equipment in order to ensure the highest level of quality and reliability equivalent to military standards The electronic unit also works as a data recorder It memorizes parameters see page 18 3 5 6 such as the total number of jumps the duration of the last freefall jump and the total freefall time This data can be viewed directly on the control unit s LCD display The Vigil 2 Xtreme memory contains the graphs of the last 16 minutes of freefall and partial canopy ride and can be downloaded to a PC using the Vigil 2 Xtreme communication port see page 36 9 5 5 Cutter Unit The Cutter Unit is patented and designed especially for the Vigil 2 Xtreme and has a life expectancy of 20 years The cutter severs the reserve loop using a pyrotechnical cutting action with a circular knife Due to a high internal temperature it will also melt the loop to ensure its separation The cutter is completely enclosed to avoid any possible damage to the parachute If the Vigil 2 Xtreme is activated for a lifesaving event a new cutter will be supplied free of charge only upon presentation of a complete Life Saving Report approved by Vigil This document can be downloaded from the Vigil website http www vigil aero 21 gt The cutter is field rigger replaceable see page 30 8 7 2 Some countries regulations require a certified
8. mode Airborne status You can notice this when the LCD pixels invert see image on page 28 gt If the LCD pixels are inverted the ground and prior to take off your Vigil 2 Xtreme is Airborn and therefore not reading the correct Ground Zero reference In this case you must switch off and restart your Vigil 2 Xtreme to get the correct Ground Zero reference BEFORE EACH JUMP check the unit carefully for any implemented mode or altitude correction in ft or m For 2 minutes after each landing your jump information will be displayed Last FF time amp speed LCD pixels remain 3 inverted This same jump information is accessible at any time displayed for 30 sec by pushing the LCD button once 3 5 9 Shut down The shut down procedure is similar to the start up procedure 21 A quick press of the push button after each LED flash 4 times will shut down the Vigil 2 Xtreme On the first press the message is displayed Press the button a second and third time do this as soon as red LED flashes Press the button as soon as the red LED flashes a fourth and last time The display will show Goodbye followed by Vigil2 forafewseconds Finally the green LED flashes very briefly and then the Vigil 2 Xtreme shuts down For Example Result Short flash gt 2 BSys OFF Short flash gt 3 Sys OFF Short flash gt 4 85 OFF Goodbye followed by Vigil 2 are
9. reset after you have landed and prior to your next jump at the other drop zone By switching your Vigil 2 Xtreme off and back on again the Vigi2 Xtreme will reset itself A Please remember that any implemented Alt Cor will remain in the VigP2 Xtreme memory and will only be cancelled ifmanualy reconfigured in the SETUP menu 3 5 5 Using a positive altitude correction to raise the activation altitude As stated on page 9 3 3 a Vigil 2 Xtreme activates at a measured altitude of 1100ft 335 meter actual altitude of 840 1100 feet depending on body position To increase safety margins an altitude correction can be performed see page 15 3 5 4 Some important points to remember Once an altitude correction is applied this will stay in the Vigil 2 Xtreme s memory until you manually remove it in the SETUP menu When you raise the activation altitude always allow enough time to have a fully open main canopy approximately 1000 ft above your new activation altitude During a slow opening it may take longer until you have a fully open main canopy whitch may bring you closer to the activation altitude you choose Vigil 2 xtreme will activate at the measured altitude it is set in Please read page 9 10 and 11 carefully to understand is When a positive altitude correction is made the Vigil 2 Xtreme will disarm at 300 ft 92 meter above the groundzero reference the same altitude as when
10. these ae is displayed except for Bat Low the startup procedure will end and the Vigil 2 Xtreme will switch itself off If the Bat Low message appears the battery pack must be replaced as soon as possible see page 29 8 7 1 If the Bat Rpl message appears the battery pack must be replaced prior to the next jump see page 29 8 7 1 If the Cut Err message appears the cutter unit must be replaced prior to the next jump see page 30 7 2 A new cutter will be supplied free of charge if a completed Life Saving Report is posted and approved see our website www vigil aero on the download page gt We recommend that Vigil 2 Xtreme parts be replaced by a certified rigger or by a Vigil amp approved expert The regulations in some countries require a certified rigger to do such replacements The user may not have authorization to replace the cutter or controller unit In such situations you must adhere to your country s rules the Vigil 2 Xtreme back to your dealer or to the factory for a complete checkup before the next jump A If the Ctrl message appears due to a failure in the electronic circuits you must send DO NOT try to restart the Vigil 2 Xtreme again This first test procedure is followed by 3 different menus SETUP INFO and CONFIG see page 8 3 Recommendation if the Vigil 2 Xtreme is not yet configured to your standard measurement units go first to the CONFIG men
11. A A D Vigil 2 Xtreme User s Manual US v 2 0 3 May 2015 A Please carefully read and ensure that you fully understand this A user s manual before any use of the Vigil 2 Xtreme YOU MUST ALSO READ FULLY UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THE DISCLAIMER AND LIMITED WARRANTY PRIOR TO USING THE VIGIL 2 Xtreme IF YOU DO NOT FULLY UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THE DISCLAIMER AND LIMITED WARRANTY YOU MUST NOT USE THE VIGIL 2 Xtreme YOU MAY RETURN IT IN ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING FOR A FULL REFUND YOUR USE OF THE VIGIL 2 Xtreme IN THE EQUIPMENT YOU USE FOR MAKING A PARACHUTE JUMP IS CONCLUSIVE PROOF THAT YOU AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THE DISCLAIMER AND LIMITED WARRANTY Imporant Notice The Vigil 2 Xtreme is a mono mode Automatic Activation Device specially developed for high performance landings which requires a higher vertical speed than 35m sec The Vigil 2 Xtreme will not activate before exceeding the speed of 43 28m sec 142ft sec It is important to know that in some situations like low cut away or other it can take longer to reach the required vertical measured speed of 43 28m sec of this Vigil 2 Xtreme than it takes to get to the descent speed of a Vigil 2 Multimode in Pro mode 35m sec This can make a difference The Vigil 2 Xtreme will not activate below 300ft above the ground zero level or 300ft above a negative altitude correction when set Vigil is endorsed by aA FIREBIRD
12. INSTRUCTIONS RECOMMENDATIONS AND SAFETY PROCEDURES ALWAYS FOLLOW CORRECT OPENING PROCEDURES AND IF NECESSARY EMERGENCY PROCEDURES NEVER SKYDIVE UNLESS YOU ARE FULLY TRAINED AND COMPETENT IN THE USE OF ALL OF YOUR EQUIPMENT INCLUDING THE VIGIL The Vigil92 Xtreme is equipped with an integrated Piezo resistive barometric pressure sensor Do not expose your Vigil92 Xtreme to pressures above 3000 hPa 45 5 psi or to temperatures above 158 F 70 4 The battery pack is designed to operate within a temperature range from 13 F to 158 F 25 C to 70 DISCLAIMER AND LIMITED WARRANTY see pages 37 39 You must switch ON your Vigil 2 Xtreme ONLY at the take off zone reference altitude or ground zero gt f you intend to change to a different drop zone switch OFF your Vigil 2 Xtreme before travelling and Switch it back ON at the new drop zone before take off Before each jump it is essential to visually check your LCD screen to ensure its pre selected parameters altitude correction in feet or in meters are correctly set A NEVER JUMP WITH A BLANK LCD SCREEN ON YOUR Vigi 2 Xtreme A 1 Welcome to the Vigil 2 Xtreme World We congratulate you on your purchase of today s most sophisticated and modern multimode Automatic Activation Device It is a revolutionary safety device with no imposed maintenance schedule The Vigil 2 Xtreme will automatically check all of its functional features each time i
13. agde The card is identified with a hologram sticker with a new number When the replacement of a subpart has been done it is mandatory to proceed as follows 1 Fill out the Service Card 2 Send a copy of the Service Card to A A D nv sa by fax 32 2 7360627 or via e mail to service vigil aero 3 Hand it to the owner of the Vigil Make sure that the owner keeps the original Service Card with the original Test Certificate card and the documents of the rig This procedure is important for our After Sales Service as it allows us to update our files and to guarantee the replacement part with a 2 year warranty Vigil AAD Service Card This spare part has been tested in accordance with Advanced Aerospace Designs manufacturing specifications valid on the Date Of Manufacture D O M To validate your customer s warranty please fill in and fax us a copy of this card 32 2 736 06 27 QC Nr A3 gii 7 33 Mounted on the Unit m By Battery D O M DOM ConiollemaveR m be completed by the rigger or EMEN Bigger Nr BE Or VASC Nr person who performed Date the handling Testing Location Brussels Belgium Tested ByDe nis Van den Broeck Signature Technical Support A VASC Vigil Approved Service Center 34 8 Technical specifications 8 1 Glossary Electromagnetic shielding special metal shield that prot
14. c gt It is impossible to enter a negative altitude correction of more than 1500 ft or 500 m below mean sea level equivalent to gt 1090 mbar In this case the controller will indicate Invalid and the Vigil 2 Xtreme unit will not switch on 5 Vigil 2 Xtreme Components The Vigil 2 Xtreme s Dual Battery Pack page 25 5 2 the Pulses Plus Element page 26 5 3 and the Electronic Unit page 26 5 4 are located in an unbreakable aluminum alloy Main Box page 25 5 1 Two flexible electric cables reinforced by 2 Kevlar cords ensure the junction between the main unit Main Box and the Cutter Unit page 27 5 5 as well as between the Main Unit and the Control Unit page 28 5 6 5 1 Main Box The Vigil 2 Xtreme electromagnetic shield was thoroughly tested to ensure that it would function as intended when exposed to electromagnetic interference up to 100 volt m Such interference can be found in airports and aircraft The special shielding foil protects against electromagnetic interference waves produced by Radio communications Mobile phones Transponders Radar Two connectors and three integrated stainless steel filters are fixed in the Main Box The stainless steel filter ensures protection against pollution such as the intrusion of dust and provides a instant transfer of outside air pressure to the pressure sensor keep it clean and dry NEVER OPEN THE MAIN OF THE VIGIL 2 Xtreme Opening t
15. d adjust the contrast of the display To enter into the configuration menu press the push button as soon as the display indicates CONFIG 19 and the red LED flashes Initially the display indicates Feet or Meters depending on the existing configuration To change the measurement unit press the push button You can choose U S or Metric by pressing the push button Fahrenheit mph inches of mercury Celsius km h hectoPascal Press View to choose to view the display in its normal configuration or flipped 180 The contrast can be adjusted by pressing the push button when Contrast is displayed in accordance with the up and down arrows it will not fade out Once the CONFIG menu is completed the Vigil 2 Xtreme is operational and will keep in memory the chosen configuration 20 For example Action Display 1 Wait CONFIG displayed 2 Push Choose between Feet or Meters 3 Push Choose between U S or Metric Fahrenheit mph inches of mercury or Celsius km h hectoPascal 4 Push Choose between normal or reversed display View 5 Push Contrast Mor contrast All of the parameter sequences are described in the Parameter Sequence Flow Chart see page 40 12 3 5 8 Choice confirmation The green LED flashes five times and the message 3 Enjoy is displayed for a few seconds to confirm the Vigil
16. digits ON EACH OF THE UNITS OF A VIGIL 2 Pyrotechnic Cutter Pulses Plus Element Control Unit and Main Box REMOVAL OF ANY Q C HOLOGRAM STICKER ORTHE BLUE SEALING PAINT EXCEPT BY THE MANUFACTURER VOIDS THE WARRANTY N NEVER JUMP WITH A BLANK SCREEN 39 1 0105 Sa 9888 SIANO 109 OANI M 109 110 y NsuoD HIM n 1 UO YAMS JOU ITA So __ 5 __ 189 wg MOT IDE 1 WT t E 55 E eyo eouenbes dew ZL VIGIL 2 F Juopnjg 9988 z 01 09 A edy 8888 088 L 88 Soars poro a A A 888 CEN S888 447 SE senuo adgpoo 8 588 188 seguo y 440 565 m 488 dd 1881400 Kg 888811 gt 88 88 9 View by MA 4405 0 o duin saye 88888 SN CN 118888 X 999 1 2 PA H SPN XOLNI
17. displayed before the AAD shuts down 4 Flight restriction for the pilot Airborne 90 ft 27 5 m mets Ground Zero The plane may not fly more than 100 sec in a zone of 90ft 27 5m above or below Ground zero level reference In all modes with or without altitude correction 22 90 ft 27 5 m Vigil 2 Xtreme will work correctly even when used in a pressurized cabin as long as the pressure differs at least 3 hPa compared to the atmospheric air pressure at take off Inside this zone the Vigil 2 Xtreme is in stand by status measuring every 32 sec With gradual recalibration to the atmospheric air pressure Outside this zone Vigil 2 Xtreme will go a fast measuring status measuring 8 times per sec with a fixed ground zero reference in a maximum delay of 32 sec gt Vigil 2 Xtreme is the most accurate AAD on the market It becomes armed once 1000 ft above Ground zero reference is reached if no or a positive altitude correction is implemented When a negative altitude correction is implemented the Vigil 2 Xtreme will become armed 1000 ft above the preset negative altitude correction also known as the new landing zone The Vigil 2 Xtreme stays armed until 300 ft above Ground zero reference when no or a positive altitude correction is implemented The Vigil 2 Xtreme will not activate below this altitude When negative altitude correcti
18. diver is falling in a back to earth position the reading will reflect the correct pressure since the sensor is not influenced by a depression burble but if the skydiver is falling face to earth then the sensor located in the depression zone burble will read a pressure up to 10mbar lower or an altitude 260 ft or 79 m above the real altitude and will in this case activate later or 260 ft or 79 m lower i e at an actual altitude of 580 ft or 177 m above the ground level which would be too low Therefore a compensation of 260 ft or 79 m above the nominal activation altitude has been integrated into the software The Vigil 2 Xtreme has a programmed activation altitude of 1100 ft or 335 m been set to ensure that notwithstanding the skydiver s body position activation will always be at a minimum altitude of 840 ft or 256 m actual altitude above the ground level Remarks n a test chamber the activation of Vigil 2 Xtreme will be at 1100 ft 840 ft 260 ft or 335 m 256 m 79 m as there is no depression zone burble The Vigil 2 Xtreme has an opening accuracy of 65 ft or 20 m in all modes thanks to our patented Permanent Left Over Time Calculation method 3 5 Start Up and Shut Down Procedures It is imperative that the Vigil 2 Xtreme be switched ON at the ground level of your take off zone This becomes the GROUND ZERO reference altitude Your Vigil 2 Xtreme will recalibrate itself for varia
19. e cn 12 12 13 13 15 16 18 19 20 21 Paragraph 4 41 5 5 1 52 53 54 5 5 5 6 6 1 12 73 8 8 1 8 2 8 3 84 9 10 11 12 Flight Restriction for the Pilot Airborne Recommendations Vigil 2 Xtreme Components Main Box Dual Battery Pack Pulses Plus Element Electronic Unit Cutter Unit Control Unit Waterproof IP68 Replacement of Parts of the Vigil 2 Xtreme Replacing the Battery Pack Replacing the Cutter or Control Unit Service Card Technical Specifications Glossary Dimensions Operating Description Units and conversion factors Communication Port IR Download Box Service life limit of Vigil 2 Xtreme units Disclaimer and limited warranty Road Map Grafcet Parameter Sequence Flow Chart Page 22 24 24 25 25 26 26 27 28 29 29 29 30 32 34 34 35 35 35 36 37 97 41 WARNING SKYDIVING IS A DANGEROUS ACTIVITY AND YOU RISK MINOR OR SERIOUS PERMANENT INJURY OR DEATH EACH TIME YOU SKYDIVE THE CORRECT USE OF THE VIGIL AAD MAY REDUCE THIS RISK HOWEVER THERE ARE SITUATIONS IN WHICH A VIGIL AAD MAY NOT REDUCE AND MAY ACTUALLY INCREASE THE RISK THE VIGIL IS A BACKUP DEVICE WHICH MAY OR MAY NOT SAVE YOUR LIFE AND IT IS IMPORTANT TO NEVER RELY ON THE VIGIL AS A LIFESAVING DEVICE PRIOR TO USING THE VIGIL IT IS IMPORTANT TO READ THE VIGIL 2 Xtreme USER S MANUAL VERY CAREFULLY ALWAYS OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND FOLLOW ALL MANUFACTURER S
20. ecorded maximum 16 jumps as well as the total 36 number of jumps and other information see page 18 8 3 5 6 Reminder The Vigil 2 Xtreme is a safety device and is NOT engineered to be used as a data logger AAD nv sa operates a policy of continuous development Therefore we reserve the right to make modifications and or improvements to any of the products described in this manual without notice All trademarks mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners gt The Vigil 2 Xtreme is delivered in a custom built case After installation of the device in the rig container this case can easily be used to carry some of your accessories such as glasses audible altimeter altimeter camera 10 SERVICE LIFE LIMIT OF VIGILG2 Xtreme UNITS The Vigil 2 Xtreme has been designed for maximum 20 years of use It will do a complete check of each operating parameter each time it is switched on If a parameter is out of tolerance this will be indicated on the Control Unit display screen and the unit will not switch on 11 DISCLAIMER AND LIMITED WARRANTY THE USER MUST READ UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS DISCLAIMER BEFORE USING THE VIGIL92 Xtreme AAD NV SA intensively tests each VIGIL 2 Xtreme to assure its reliability Each VIGILS2 Xtreme has passed various documented technical inspections calibration tests quality control inspections and a final functional test 7 simulated jumps in a t
21. ects the electronic circuits from electromagnetic waves to avoid malfunctions of the device by electromagnetic interference from radars cellular phones Cutter Unit A cutting system that acts by a pyrotechnical double cut of the loop inside the reserve container Infrared Port Transmitter receiver of infrared signals that allows a bidirectional exchange of data between two devices Kevlar Non elastic carbon fiber used to reinforce the cables It prevents direct traction on the electrical connections and it reinforces mechanically the junction cables of the Control Unit and the Cutter LCD Liquid Crystal Display The LCD is used to visually convey information from the Control Unit to the user LED Light Emitting Diode A LED is used to flash during the start up and shut down procedures of the device MD Surface Mount Device Small electronic components manufactured to be of reduced size and low power consumption Such technology allows the electronic circuit to be mounted automatically which gives very reliable and compact electronic systems Connectors Locking Clip CLC A plastic molded clip that prevents the Cutter or Control Unit connector from unscrewing unintentially or accidentally from the main box 8 2 Dimensions Main Box 102 x 51x20 mm Cutter Unit 55x9mm Standard Wire Length Cutter unit 600 mm Control Unit 63x 18x 11 mm Control unit 900 mm Total Weight 400g Volume 130 cm 8 3
22. est chamber before shipment These are all documented and available to customers However the risk of electronic mechanical or external factors causing a malfunction or failure cannot be totally excluded BUYER UNDERSTANDS THAT BECAUSE OF THE UNAVOIDABLE DANGER ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF A PARACHUTE SYSTEM SKYDIVING AND THE USE OF A VIGIL 2 Xtreme THE MANUFACTURER MAKES NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ARISING BY LAW OR OTHERWISE EXCEPT THAT THE MANUFACTURER WILL REPLACE OR REWORK DEFECTIVE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN TWO YEARS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE OTHER THAN THE FOREGOING THE VIGIL 2 Xtreme IS SOLD WITH ALL FAULTS AND WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR USE continue next page 38 11 DISCLAIMER AND LIMITED WARRANTY continuation of page 37 THE MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY UNDER THE LAW IN TORT OR OTHERWISE FOR DAMAGES DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURIES WRONGFUL DEATH PROPERTY DAMAGE AND LOSS OF USE OF EQUIPMENT RESULTING FROM ANY MALFUNCTION OR FROM ANY DEFECT IN DESIGN MATERIAL WORKMANSHIP OR MANUFACTURING WHETHER CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE MANUFACTURER OR ANY MANUFACTURER OF ANY PART ACCESSORY COMPONENT OR APPLIANCE MADE A PART OR APPURTENANT TO THE VIGIL 2 Xtreme BUYER BY USE OF THE VIGIL 2 Xtreme AND OR ALLOWING IT TO BE USED BY OTHERS WAIVES ANY LIABILITY ON THE PART OF THE MANUFACTURER FOR PERSONAL
23. ew Ground zero reference altitude and manually remove the previous altitude correction If no longer required If decending an aircraft with an armed Vigil 2 Xtreme the pilot must be advised of the status of your Vigil 2 Xtreme to limit his descent rate according to the mode less than 43m sec 8464 feet per minute and in the activation zone 24 4 1 Recommendations To get the correct GROUND ZERO REFERENCE you must only switch the Vigil 2 Xtreme ON once you arrive at the take off zone Afterwards enter any altitude correction if needed When the elevation of your landing zone differs by more than 90 ft 27 5 m compared to your initial take off zone and this landing zone becomes your new take off zone it is necessary to switch your Vigil 2 Xtreme off and back on again so that it can re calibrate itself gt Check the display carefully before each jump to verify that its settings are correct gt Manually shut down your Vigil 2 Xtreme after the last jump of the day gt The Vigil 2 Xtreme will shut down automatically 14 hours after its start up gt To avoid undesired Vigil 2 Xtreme firings if you enter a plane with a pressurized cabin please notify the pilot that he is not allowed to do any pressurization tests to pressures equivalent to the Vigil 2 Xtreme activation altitude below 1640 ft or 500 m with a pressure variation equivalent to or in excess of a vertical speed greater than 96 mph 43 m se
24. ge in function of the chosen units and as follows see page 19 3 5 7 Display Note the number 8 is used for illustration all segments used in a number Ver 8 88 Software Version Led 8 88 Controller version 88888 Electronic Unit Serial Number 88 88 Production week and year for example 26 06 week 26 in 2006 8888 Total Jumps Total number of jumps with this unit TFF 88h Total Free Fall Total free fall time with this unit in 88m88s hours followed by minutes and seconds LFF 188s Last Free Fall Duration displayed is seconds 888 km h and maximum speed of the last freefall displayed in km h or mph Saves 8 Number of activations on your Vigif 2 Xtreme 88 or 88 F Temperature of Vigil 2 Xtreme main unit in F or C depending on the configuration 88inHg or 8888hPa Atmospheric Pressure in inches of mercury inHg or hectopascal hPa Certain special models may be equipped with custom built or experimental software In such cases a specific identification logo on the cover is used and a specific manual will be issued The information supplied for those units could be different from that supplied for the Vigil 2 Xtreme units As reference Standard logo Xtreme logo 3 3 5 7 CONFIG Menu Configuration This configuration menu allows you to choose the type of measurement units you wish to display reverse the display characters an
25. he main box of Vigil 2 Xtreme voids all warranties 5 2 Dual Battery Pack NATO Stock Number NSN 6130 13 119 7106 The battery pack is composed of 2 lithium AA cells in the lower half of the case It is not subject to any memory effect and is extremely long lasting The battery pack works at a temperature range from 13 F to 158 F or from 25 C to 70 C The use of low consumption components in conjunction with sophisticated power management program has significantly improved the battery s life span The battery s life span is expected to be a minimum of 5 years or 2000 jumps When the Bat Low or Bat Rpl message appears the battery pack needs to be replaced see page 29 8 7 1 Regardless of the above stated life span the battery pack must be replaced after 10 years of use max operational lifetime 25 5 3 Pulses Plus Element Dual Battery Pack TADIRAN The Pulses Plus technology supplies the Union eatery Sev high peak current necessary for the cutter to pd d activate and cut the loop in less than 3 ES Edad 2 milliseconds amp This element has an operational lifetime of po gt 20 years and under normal circomstances will m never need replacement Pulses Plus 26 5 4 Electronic Unit The entirely automated assembly of surface mounted electronic components SMD Surface Mounted Devices is manufactured to the highest standards The SMD components
26. ith clear water After contact with water the 3 filters need to be dried with a water absorbent cloth household paper or a cotton swab Leave the device for 12 hours in an environment with a ambient temperature of 18 C 65 F before the installation in a rig IT IS MANDATORY TO SEND THE VIGIL 2 Xtreme BACK TO THE FACTORY FOR AN INSPECTION OF THE UNIT BEFORE THE NEXT JUMP IN THE FOLLOWING CASES IF THE VIGILS2 Xtreme HAS BEEN IMMERSED IN WATER DEEPER THAN 1 8 METER 6 ft IF THE VIGIL 2 Xtreme HAS BEEN IMMERSED FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS IN WATER 29 A Do not open your Vigil 2 Xtreme s main box case 7 Replacement of Parts of Vigil 2 Xtreme 7 1 Replacing the Battery Pack Vigil 2 Xtreme Dual Battery Pack can only be changed by A A D nv sa or Vigil America Therefore the Vigil 2 Xtreme has to be returned for a battery change For Battery replacement please contact A A D nv sa or Vigil America The battery must be replaced after 10 years of use operational life 30 7 2 Replacing the Cutter or Control Unit We highly recommend that replacements of a Cutter or Control Unit from the Vigil 2 Xtreme be done by a certified rigger or through a Vigil 2 Xtreme dealer Replacing the Cutter Unit after activation or the Control Unit if necessary is a simple and fast process which can be performed quite easily by your rigger or through a Vigil92 Xtreme dealer Every dis assembling operation mu
27. no altitude correction is applied This means on a positive altitude correction you will increase the activation window The disarming altitude of 300 ft above the ground zero does NOT increase 16 When a negative altitude correction is applied the Vigil 2 Xtreme will disarm 300 ft 92 meter above the preset negative altitude correction also known as the new landing zone above the activation altitude We recommend allowing approximately 1000 ft between a fully open main canopy and the activation altitude This should allow enough time to deal with emergency It is each s individual s responsibility to make sure he or she has a fully open main canopy well procedures if necessary and prevent a possible two canopy out situation The possibility to raise the activation altitude and keep it until manually changed in the setup menu has always been in all Vigil AAD s produced since 2003 Vigil 2 Xtreme without altitude correction Vigil 2 Xtreme with positive altitude correction of 100 meters 3 5 6 INFO Menu Information This menu allows you to display your Vigil 2 Xtreme s reference parameters version date of manufacture and serial number data of previous jumps as well as temperature and atmospheric pressure enter the INFO menu press the push button as soon as the display shows INFO and the red light flashes These parameters are in clear langua
28. on is implemented Vigil 2 Xtreme will remain armed untill 300 ft above the preset negative altitude correction The Vigil 2 Xtreme will not activate below this altitude To avoid unexpected firing of the cutter you must switch OFF your Vigil 2 Xtreme before travelling in a closed vehicle car bus train due to possible air pressure variation However there is no problem travelling in an open vehicle at the drop zone altitude Prior to opening the door of an aircraft in flight while it is in the activation zone below 500 m or 1640 ft itshould be determined whether or not there are any Vigils on board which are set to Student Mode Certain aircraft configurations can create a pressure spike which can activate a Vigil when the aircraft is in the activation zone 23 As long as your Vigil 2 Xtreme is not measuring the switch on pressure or its Ground zero reference 90 ft 27 5 it will stay airborne measuring 8 times sec You must ALWAYS switch off your Vigil 2 Xtreme before any move to another location and switch on your Vigil 2 Xtreme at the new take off zone location to implement the new ground zero reference Be aware that any implemented altitude correction will not affect the original Ground zero reference altitude It will adjust the activation altitude in function of the implemented altitude correction parameters After such a jump you need to switch your Vigil 2 Xtreme off and back on again to implement the n
29. p Spectra Cord are acceptable for use by the installation of the Vigil The Vigil 2 Xtreme s cutter must be positioned and rigged as specified by the harness container manufacturer s instructions for electronic AAD s A WARNING IF THE CLOSING LOOP IS NOT ROUTED THROUGH THE CUTTER THE VIGILG2 Xtreme WILL NOT CUT THE LOOP 9 3 3 The Vigil 2 Xtreme mode The Vigil 2 Xtreme activates when it measures 1100 ft 335 meters between and below until 300 ft 91 meters if the freefall speed is equal or superior to 43 28m sec 96 81mph Please take this information into consideration when determining your main canopy deployment altitudes Always allow enough time to A cutter will activate instantaneously once the pre determined activation mode parameters altitude and falling speed are reached have a Fully open main canopy approximately 1000 ft 300 meter above activation altitude ll if you are in Freefall face to earth your Vigil 2 Xtreme is in the depression zone burble and could measure up to 260 ft 80 meters higher than your actual altitude see pages 10 amp 11 34 Information regarding the Activation Altitude Please be aware that the Vigil 2 Xtreme functions are based on a measured air pressure and on measured time Those 2 parameters permit the calculation of the exact altitude in function of the registered air pressure as well as the vertical speed related to a pres
30. re to all rules and regulations set by his her country s skydiving federation The use of a Vigil 2 Xtreme AAD does not exempt the parachutist from performing proper emergency procedures ALTHOUGH VIGIL s HAVE SAVED MANY LIVES NEVER RELY ON THE VIGIL TO SAVE YOUR LIFE IT MAY NOT DO SO IN SOME SITUATIONS Main Box Connector Locking Clip Screw Connectors Main Box hologram Connection cables Pyrotechnic cutter IR receiver Green LED Stainless steel protection cover LCD Control unit 2 Introduction Your Vigil 2 Xtreme was designed and developed by a professional team of engineers and skydivers Its function is to cut the reserve closing loop in the event that you reach a freefall speed at an unsafe altitude The flat aluminum alloy box is exceptionally strong its ergonomic design fits easily into most current rigs A Vigil 2 Xtreme installation kit pouch controller window and cutter retainer can be supplied to rig manufacturers on demand The Vigil 2 Xtreme is special designed for landings that require a vertical speed higher than 35m sec and lower than 43 28mlsec 142ft sec The Vigil 2 Xtreme also has data recorder function black box The unit memorizes the last 16 minutes of freefall time with a maximum of 16 graphs whichever i
31. rigger to do such replacements In this situation you must adhere to your country s rules A Dual Cutter can be supplied for reserve containers closed with a dual pin 28 5 6 Control Unit The control unit is composed of a reversible display a red LED that sets the timing of the start up and shut down procedure a green LED that confirms the end of the start up procedure and an orange push button situated in the standard configuration on the right of the display The 26 x 96 dots display on the control unit allows clear alphanumerical communication with the parachutist it is protected by a special scratchproof coated screen and a stainless steel cover The red LED is also used as transmitter for the infrared communications port see page 36 9 Stand by status Normal display of the control unit on the ground not airborne Stainless steel Red LED LCD 26 x 96 dots protection cover N Green LED Push button Airborne Status Inverted display of the control unit airborne in fast measuring mode 6 Waterproof IP 68 6 1 The Vigil 2 Xtreme has been designed to resist water immersion of up to 1 8 meter 6 ft depth for a maximum of 24 HOURS IP 68 After such immersion or contact with water the Vigil 2 Xtreme built in stainless steel filter does not need to be replaced If the Vigil 2 Xtreme has been in contact with salt water it needs to be rinsed w
32. s reached first total time in freefall and total number of jumps This data can be viewed directly from the control units LCD display or it can be downloaded to a PC through an infrared communication port The infrared reader and the associated software are available as an option see page 36 9 The 2 wire technology and the Kevlar reinforced cabling were especially developed for the Vigil 2 Xtreme and deliver a unique combination of strength and flexibility The gold plated contacts and the locking system with a special locking clip on the connectors ensure optimal connection reliability in all circumstances he control unit is equipped with a 26 x 96 dots LCD display which allows interactive and clear communication with the parachutist is protected by a special anti scratch coating and a stainless steel protection cover The electromagnetic shield protects the ee from electromagnetic interferences such as those found in airports and airplanes see page 25 5 1 3 Function 3 1 General Working Principle The Vigil 2 Xtreme must only be turned on at ground level it will calibrate itself every 32 sec progressively to the current ground elevation pressure This is the GROUND ZERO reference Once your Vigil 2 Xtreme is on at each take off it will become armed once 1000 ft above ground zero reference is reached if no or a positive altitude correction is applied When a negative altitude correction is set
33. st be done with the Vigil 2 Xtreme switched off see page 21 3 5 9 How to be sure the Vigil 2 Xtreme is switched off 1 Press on the push button only one single time to display Hello on screen 2 Wait until a blank screen appears again proves that the unit is switched off 3 Perform procedure as shown and described on page 31 4 Perform a new start up procedure for final check see page 13 8 3 5 2 5 Fill in the Service Card see pages 32 amp 33 7 3 Unscrew Connectors Il Remove Connectors IIl Manually unscrew IV Unplug connector Locking Clip CLC Locking Clip CLC connector of spare unit for example cutter 31 V Reconnect and manually VI Place Connectors Locking VII After CLC is well VIII Check if CLC is closely tighten the new spare unit Clip CLC and check if positioned secure with attached to Main Box no Cutter or Control unit CLC locks both connectors original screw space between both objects It is mandatory to CORRECTLY place the Connectors Locking Clip If the CLC is missing or damaged or if not correctly positioned DO NOT JUMP with this Vigil 2 Xtreme 32 7 3 Service Card Every replacement part comes with a Service Card Vigil AAD Service Card with a hologram number and a date of manufacture DOM for the cutters the software version for the control units Others can be for example a software upgr
34. sure variation in a certain period of time For information The Vigil 2 Xtreme is able to register pressure differences of 0 1 hPa which is equivalent to an altitude difference of only 2 6 ft or 0 8 meter Important note The registered pressure by the sensor will vary according to the body position of the skydiver face to earth or back to earth up to 10 hPa mbar which is equivalent to 260 ft 80 m 10 Example Let s consider two skydivers in free fall at exactly the same altitude but one is falling back to earth and the second one is falling face to earth The influence of their falling position on their respective AAD reading is as follows 1 Back to earth Il Face to earth Depression zone burble AAD or pressure sensor No influence located in depression zone Both at the same altitude Y Pressure sensor location Pressure X hPa 10 hPa Pressure X hPa Vigil 2 in depression zone will register an up to 10 hPa lower pressure notwithstanding they are at the same The stated or real altitude Y ft or m level The stated altitude gt Y 4260 ft or 80 m Vigil 2 will register a pressure of X hPa Conclusion The Vigil 2 Xtreme will activate at a minimum altitude of 840 ft or 256 m above the ground at a falling speed of 43 28m sec 96 81mph or greater It is well accepted that this minimum activation level must be guaranteed whatever the position of the skydiver If the sky
35. t is switched on The Vigil 2 Xtreme will detect any anomalies by itself Should an abnormality be found the controler will display an error message see page 13 3 5 3 and the Vigil 2 Xtreme unit will not switch on In this case the Vigil 2 Xtreme needs to be analyzed by an authorized dealer or sent back to the factory for analysis The Vigil 2 Xtreme is designed for a life expectancy of maximum 20 years from the date of manufacture The above life expectancy is based on the fact that the cutter the Pulses Plus element and the electronic components have been designed for a functional lifetime of 20 years The Vigil92 Xtreme is very user friendly The Vigil 2 Xtreme will also work in U S or metric standards units When traveling on any commercial flight with your Vigil 2 Xtreme this manual as well as the Vigil X Ray Card should accompany you It contains explanations that will be useful to the airport security staff The most recent manual is available on the Vigil website at www vigil aero on the download page The Vigil 2 Xtreme is in principle a last resort safety device which may or may not save your life It has never been intended to be and is not to be used as a parachute s primary opening system The procedures written in this manual must be followed to ensure that the Vigil 2 Xtreme functions properly Incorrect setup or use can lead to improper functioning of the Vigil 2 Xtreme A skydiver should always adhe
36. tion in the atmospheric pressure gt Attention If there is a rapid change in atmospheric pressure more than 10 hPa it is recommended that you shut down and restart your Vigil 2 Xtreme to ensure optimal precision A Never switch on your Vigil 2 Xtreme in an aircraft 3 5 1 Start Up Display In its standard configuration the Vigil 2 Xtreme is used with the orange push button situated at the right side of the display The red LED is positioned in the upper corner and indicates the timing of the start up procedure The green LED is situated in the bottom corner of the controller and confirms the end of the start up procedure gt The Vigil92 Xtreme s display is reversible see page 19 3 5 7 view 3 5 2 Starting Up the Vigil 2 Xtreme The Vigil 2 Xtreme becomes operational after pressing the orange push button four times These short presses must be done immediately after each flash of the red LED After the first push hold for 1 2 seconds the Hello message is shown If message appears please repeat the previous operation Hello is immediately followed by Vigil 2 on the LCD Press the push button immediately after the red LED first flashes Press the push button immediately after the second flash of the red LED Press the push button immediately after the third flash of the red LED The Vigil 2 will then automatically start its self test sequence
37. u see page 19 3 5 7 to set the required units U S or metric before other settings 3 5 4 SETUP Menu Parameters Altitude correction The SETUP menu enables you to implement a positive or negative altitude correction in feet or meters between the departure and arrival ground levels see example page 17 It is possible to enter the SETUP menu at the end of the self testing sequence To do this press the push button as soon as the display shows SETUP and the red LED flashes It is possible to implement an altitude correction from 6000 ft to 6000 ft or from 2000 m to 2000 m To enter or modify a positive or negative altitude correction press the push button while Alt Cor appears The arrow facing up corresponds to an increase of the altitude value and the arrow facing down to a decrease of the altitude value The correction is made increments of 150 ft or 50 m when the Vigil 2 Xtreme is set in meters Press the push button unti the desired positive or negative altitude correction is achieved For example 100 m for higher landing zone compared to the take off zone and 100 m for a lower landing zone Important note If you land at a different altitude than your GROUND ZERO please be aware that the original GROUND ZERO reference will remain in the Vigil 2 Xtreme s memory and will be applied to all following jumps as long as your Vigi2 Xtreme has not been switched off Your Vigi 2 Xtreme MUST be
38. vation altitude and speed 43 28m sec 96 81 mph at 335m 1100ft During your aircraft ascent the Vigil Xtreme s red LED will briefly flash three times when it passes through its pre set activation altitude The Vigil 2 Xtreme will automatically remain ON for 14 hours it may of course be switched off manually before that time The mode Xtreme will remain visible on the LCD display until the Vigil 2 Xtreme is switched off or turns off automatically after 14 hours To avoid an airborne condition See page 23 for more detail of your Vigil 2 Xtreme due to a difference in pressure equivalent to more than plus or minus 90 ft 27 5 m compared to the ground zero reference pressure you must ALWAYS manually shut down your Vigil 2 Xtreme at the end of the day and BEFORE leaving the drop zone 3 2 Installation The Vigil 2 Xtreme has been designed to be compatible with most sport harness container systems on the market today If a suitable installation kit for an electronic AAD is not yet installed by the rig manufacturer a Vigil 2 Xtreme Installation Kit pouch controller window and cutter retainer can be supplied and installed in your container by the harness container manufacturer or by an authorized rigger It can be easily sewn into any harness container system designed for an electronic AAD All reserve closing loops currently on the market that are similar to Vigil Dyneema or the Spectra CSR style 9512 300 or the Cypres Loo
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