User`s Manual
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1. 3 4 3 Self Tests The Vigil automatically goes through a complete control sequence each time you switch your Vigil on It verifies that the power pack the cutter and the electronic circuits all functions are in proper working order The following messages are shown Bat OK The power pack is functioning properly Cut OK The cutter is functioning properly 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 is still operational but it is imperative to replace the power pack as soon as possible Bat Rpl The power pack must be replaced the Vigil will not switch on Cut Err Malfunction of the cutter and the Vigil will not switch on Ctrl Err There is a discrepancy in one of the electronic circuits The appearance of one of these messages with the exception of Bat Low puts an end to the start up procedure and the Vigil will switch itself off and needs to be inspected by a recognized dealer If the Bat Low or Bat messages appears the user needs to replace the power pack see chapter 7 If the Cut Err message appears the user needs to replace the cutter see chapter 8 A new cutter is supplied free of charge in exchange for a completed and accepted Life Saving Report This form is available at http www vigil aero on the download page gt We recommend that all V2. Multimode User s Manual US v2 0 5 The Vigil is endorsed by AAD nv sa Advanced Aerospace Designs Boulevard A Reyers 193 B 1030 Brussels Belgium 432 0 2 732 65 52 F 432 0 2 736 06 27 e mail info vigil aero website www vigil aero Vigil USA 1645 Lexington Avenue DeLand FL 32724 USA 4 1 386 736 8464 F 4 1 386 736 8468 e mail kim vigil aero website www vigil aero va Multimode NATO Stock Number NSN 6130 13 118 8842 User s Manual US v2 0 5 Table of Contents 3 4 8 Welcome to the Vigil World Introduction Your Vigil Function Principle Installation The Functioning Modes PRO Mode STUDENT Mode TANDEM Mode Start Up and Shut Down Procedures Start Up Display Starting Up the Vigil Self Tests SETUP Menu Parameters INFO Menu Information CONFIG Menu Configuration Display Shut Down CO CO CO CO CO CO CO CO CO CO CO 0 3 0 3 555 Flight Restriction for the Pilot Components Main Box Power Pack Electronic Unit Cutter Control Unit Communication Port Replacing the Power Pack Replacing the Cutter Glossary Road Map Grafcet WARNING Skydiving is a risky activity To disregard warnings instructions and or safety procedures may result in serious injury or death The use of the Vigil AAD will drastically reduce this risk Vigil is equipped with a barometric pressure
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4. This makes the Vigil three units in one We sincerely hope that you will never be in a situation that justifies the use of your Vigil But if this happens to be the case then you will have thanks to the purchase of this Vigil demon strated your judicious foresight When travelling with your Vigil this manual should accompany you on any commercial airline flight It contains explanations that will be useful to the airport security staff The most recent manual is available on the Vigil website at http www vigil aero on the download page The Vigil is to be used as a last resort safety device only It was never intended 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 functions properly Incorrect set up or use can lead to the Vigil functioning improperly The use of a Vigil AAD does not excuse a para chutist from performing proper emergency procedures A parachutist should always adhere to all rules and regulations set by his her country s skydiving federation Cao kimt ullra Coton rm Erie 2 Introduction Your Vigil was conceived and developed by a team of engineers and parachutists Its job is to automat ically open the reserve container in the event that you are in freefall at an unsafe altitude The compact aluminum alloy box is exceptionally strong its ergonomic design fits easily into most curr
5. alibrating itself every 32 sec During take off the Vigil will go to an active status 64 calculations per sec above 150 ft or 46 m in a time of max 32 sec Vigil s active status will be confirmed by three short flashing of the green led gt Check carefully the unit for any altitude correction implemented Ft or m gt It is not recommended to put a switched ON Vigil in a closed boot trunck of a driving vehicle due to possible air pressure variation How ever there is no inconvenient to travel in an open vehicle at the drop zone altitude 3 4 8 Shut down The shut down procedure 18 similar to the start up procedure A quick press of the push button after each LED flash 4 times will shut down the Vigil On the first press the SysOFF message is displayed Press the button a second and third time do this as soon as the 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 Vigil for a few seconds Finally green LED flash and the Vigil shuts down Shut down example Short flash 2 Short flash 3 Short flash 4 Goodbye followed by Vigil are displayed before the AAD shuts down gt t is recommended to shut down the Vigil when the user decides to ride down with the aircraft in lieu of jumping This is especially important for Vigils programmed in student mode Pilot must be aware of the status of your Vigil to li
6. ent sport rigs Each Vigil can be delivered with a free Vigil pocket designed for an electronic AAD on request The Vigil can be used for three types of skydiving by pushing on just one button These user programmable modes are Pro Student or Tandem The unit also works as a data recorder It memorizes the last 16 minutes freefall time maximum 16 jumps total time in freefall and total number of jumps This data can be viewed directly from the control unit s LCD display or it can be downloaded to a PC through an infrared communications port A reader and the associated management software are available as an option see 86 The 2 wire cable technology was developed especially for the Vigil It uses Kevlar reinforced cabling that delivers a unique combination of strength and suppleness The gold plated contacts and the positive locking system guarantee optimal reliability in all circumstances The stainless steel control unit is equipped with a 26 x 96 dots LCD display that allows for a very rich dialogue with the parachutist The Vigil s electromagnetic shield protects the Vigil from electromagnetic interferences like those found in airports and airplanes It protects efficiently up to 100 volt m against electromagnetic waves produced by Radio communications e Mobile phones Transponders Radar gt All Vigils produced after April 1 2004 are equipped with an exceptionally strong shield to protect it from h
7. igh levels of static electricity gt During the start up sequence your Vigil will automatically test all internal functions If even one parameter 15 not fulfilled your Vigil will not switch on In that case you should contact an authorized dealer 3 Function 3 1 Principle The control unit includes an LCD display a red LED and a green LED The Vigil will automati cally remain on for 14 hours it may be switched off manually before that time The mode you select Pro Student or Tandem will remain visible on the LCD display until the Vigil is switched off or turns off automatically Each time the Vigil is turned on it calibrates itself to the current ground elevation The altitude correction mode allows you to introduce a positive or negative altitude difference between the departure and landing ground levels from 2000m to 2000m or from 6000ft to 46000 ft The Vigil takes this altitude correction into account to calculate the new activation altitude Each mode Pro Student or Tandem has its own factory set activation altitude and speed See 8 3 3 During your aircraft ascent the Vigil s red LED will briefly flash three times when it passes through its pre set activation altitude 3 2 Installation The Vigil has been designed to be compatible with most sport rigs on the market today If necessary a Vigil pocket can be supplied and installed in your container by a rigger It can be easily sewn into any ha
8. igil parts be replaced by a certified rigger Some country s regu lations require a certified rigger to do such replacements You must adhere to your coun try s rules in this situation The user may not have authorization to replace the pow er pack or cutter If the Ctrl Err message appears there may be a failure in the electronic circuits You need to send the Vigil back to your distributor for a complete check up The Vigil is guaranteed to be free from material and workmanship defects for one year This first test procedure is followed by these menus SETUP see 8 3 4 4 INFO see 8 3 4 5 and CONFIG see 8 3 4 6 3 4 4 SETUP M enu Parameters At the end of the test sequence it is possible to enter the SETUP menu To do this press the push button as soon as the display shows SETUP and the red LED flashes This menu allows you to introduce a positive or negative altitude difference in meters or feet between the departure and arrival ground levels altitude Correction as to define the func tioning mode Pro Student or Tandem see 8 3 3 To enter or modify an altitude correction press the push button at the same time as 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 in increments of 50 m or 150 ft when the Vigil is programmed in feet Press the push button until the desired p
9. l department and is plays an important role in the warranty of the Vigil Power Pack the hologram covering the screw that allows the main box to be opened will guarantee that the Vigil has not been opened by the user If this hologram is undisturbed the warranty will apply to the whole unit battery included Electronic unit any alteration or deterioration of the hologram seal between the printed circuit and the top case will void the warranty Any replaced element will receive a new quality control number hologram seal to be placed by the quality control department We guarantee the Vigil for one year by replacing any defective parts free of charge The Vigil has been designed for 20 years of use It will do a complete check of each para meter every time you switch it on If a parameter is out of tolerance this will be indicated on the LCD display screen and the unit will not switch on In this case the Vigil must be returned to your official dealer for inspection 29 30 9 Glossary Hex Key Electromagnetic shielding Cutter Infrared Port Kevlar Male key for screws with six hollow faces It is used to open and to close the box when replacing the cutter or power pack A special metal shield that protects the electronic cir cuits from electromagnetic waves interferences from radars cellular phones to avoid malfunctions of the device by magnetic interferences A cutting system that acts by a pyro
10. l is activated for a life saving a new cutter will be supplied free of charge upon pres entation of a completed and accepted real life saving report This report can be downloaded from the web site http www vigil aero on the download page Your rigger can easily replace the cutter The different operations are described in chapter 8 gt Some country s regulations require a certified rigger to do such replacements In this situation you must adhere to your country s rules 5 5 Control Unit NATO Stock Number NSN 6110 13 118 8844 The control unit is composed of a reversible display a red LED that sets the rhythm 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 red LED also plays the role of infrared transmitter for the communications port see chapter 6 The display on the control unit allows for a clear alphanumerical dialog with the parachutist See chapter 3 6 Communication Port The Vigil is equipped with an infrared communication port that allows the user to download the data recorded during the previous jumps An Download Box and the associated man agement software are available as an option See your dealer for information All the parameters of the last 16 minutes of freefall are recorded maximum 16 jumps as well as the total number of jumps and other informati
11. mechanical cut of the loop inside the reserve container Transmitter receiver of infrared signals that allows an exchange of data between the Vigil and a PC Carbon fiber used to reinforce the cables It prevents direct traction on the electrical connections as well as reinforce mechanically the junction cables of the control unit and the cutter Liquid Crystal Display The LCD used to visually convey information from the control unit to the user This is the same type of display as found on today s mobile phones Light Emitting Diode A LED 18 used during the start up and shut down procedures of the device Surface Mount Device It is an electronic component manufactured to be of reduced size and low power con sumption Such technology allows the electronic circuit to be very reliable and compact Positive locking A mechanical system that locks the connectors in place between top and bottom case to protect them from being accidentally disconnected All trademarks mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners AAD nv sa operates a policy of continuous development Therefore we reserve the right to make changes and improvements to any of the products described in this guide without prior notice 20 888 2 Nod 318100 YOUMS JOU ISTA 32 I 0109 DIANOD 6 A45 1 29 JO Tm g lt dojg 447 mj 571 MO
12. mit his descend rate The Vigil must be switched on again before the next use gt Check the display carefully before each jump gt The Vigil will shut down automatically 14 hours after its start up 4 Flight Restriction for the Pilot reum _ 150 Ft 46 m E S Takeoff Level 77 gt 150 Ft 46 m This is the only flight restriction Reason To avoid Vigil coming back to the stand by status The plane may not fly more than 100 sec in a zone of 150 Ft 46m above or under takeoff level With or without altitude correction in all modes ae 20 5 Components The Vigil is delivered custom designed aluminum case Once your Vigil is installed in its new home your rig the case will allow you to transport safely jump accessories like goggles audible altimeter altimeters camera etc The Vigil s power pack 8 5 2 and electronic unit are encased 8 5 3 in an unbreak able aluminum alloy box 8 5 1 The Vigil logo makes it easily identifiable yai Two flexible electric cables reinforced by 2 kevlar cords ensure the junction between the main unit and the cutter 85 4 as between the main unit and the control unit 85 5 5 1 Main Box The Vigil s electromagnetic shield was thoroughly tested to guarantee that it would function as intended when exposed to electromagnetic interference up to 100 volt m Such interference can be found in airpo
13. n and restart your Vigil to guarantee optimal precision 3 4 1 Start Up Display The Vigil s display is reversible see 3 4 6 In its standard configuration the Vigil is used with the orange push button situated near the display The red LED is positioned in the upper unpolished corner it dictates the rhythm of the start up procedure The green LED is situated in the bottom of the unpolished corner it con firms the end of the start up procedure 3 4 2 Starting Up the Vigil The Vigil becomes operational after pressing the push button four times Those short presses must be done immediately after each flash of the red LED After the first push hold for 1 or 2 seconds the Hello message is shown If no message appears please repeat the previous operation Hello is immediately followed by Vigil on the LCD Press the push button immediately after the red LED 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 will then automatically start its self test sequence Start up example Action Result Hello followed by Vigil appears flash 2 Flash gt 0 Start of control tests The start up and shut down procedures listed in this manual are in place to reduce the risk of an undesired start up or shut down The Vigil can not be accidentally turned on or off by one stroke of the push button
14. on described in 8 3 4 5 With the help of this I R Download Box and the associated software a rigger can also down load tests reports carried out in a decompression chamber Remember The Vigil is a safety device and is not to be used as a data logger 23 24 7 Replacing the Power Pack The replacement of the power pack is an easy and fast operation that can easily be performed The power pack should be replaced after 4 years or 700 jumps of use or when Bat Low or Bat Rpl warning messages are displayed by the Vigil during the start up control tests The user may or may not have authorization to replace the power pack Some country s regulations require a certified rigger to do such replacements In this situation you must adhere to your country s rules Open the box using the supplied Hex key hexagonal key 5 Replacing the power pack does not require other tools Disconnect the power pack by holding the con nector by its small edges A Be careful not to pull on the wires Reconnect the new power pack s connector correctly and position the power pack to allow the box to close Ensure that the connecting wires of the power pack are well positioned and that they will not hinder the box from closing Close the box and tighten the screw with the Hex key 5 Switch on the Vigil to ensure that it is functioning correctly see 8 3 4 25 8 Replacing the Cutter Replacing the cu
15. ositive or negative altitude correction is achieved When the required altitude correction is displayed wait for a few moments until the functio ning mode Pro Student or Tandem is displayed It is possible to modify the functioning mode to Pro Student or Tandem by pres sing the push button until the desired mode is achieved When the required functioning mode is displayed wait for a few moments The total parameter sequences are described chapter 10 p 32 Set up example SETUP is displayed Configuration of the altitude correction Positive or negative altitude corrections could be implemented Display of the functioning modes Select Pro Student or Tandem mode A gt The altitude correction will remain in the Vigil s memory and will be applied on all following jumps The set Alt Cor will only be cancelled by reconfiguration It is possible to implement an altitude correction from 2000 to 2000 meters or from 6000 to 6000 Ft gt It is impossible to enter a negative altitude correction of more than 500m 1500ft under sea level The LCD will indicate Invalid and the unit will not switch on 3 4 5 INFO M enu Information This mode allows you to display your Vigil s reference parameters version and serial number data of previous jumps as well as temperature and atmospheric pressure These parameters are in clear language and as follows Example Ex
16. planation Ver 8 88 Software Version LCD 8 88 LCD version 88888 Electronic unit serial number 18888 Total J umps Total number of jumps of the unit TFF 88h Total Free Fall Total free fall time of your Vigil 880886 in hours minutes and seconds LFF 188s Last Free Fall Duration and maximum speed of 888 km h the last free fall displayed in Seconds and in km h or mph Saves 18 Number of activations on your Vigil T 88 C Temperature in C or F depending on the configuration or 88 F 1888hPa Atmospheric Pressure in hectoPascals or inches of Mercury or 88 inHg Certain models can be equipped with custom built or experimental software A specific logo will make such Vigils visually identifiable see corresponding manual The information supplied by those units could be different than on standard Multimode units 3 4 6 CONFIG M enu Configuration To enter into the configuration menu press the push button as soon as the display indicates CONFIG and the red LED flashes This configuration menu allows you to choose the type of measurement units you wish to display reverse the display characters as well as alter the dis play s contrast Initially the display indicates Meters or Feet depending on the existing configuration To change the measurement unit press the push button By pressing the push button you can also choose M etric or U S Celsius km h hectopascals or Fah
17. renheit mph inches of Mercury 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 The contrast can be adjusted using the up and down arrows It will not fade out Once the CONFIG menu is finished the Vigil is operational Configuration example CONFIG displayed Choose between M eters or Feet 3 Push Choose between Metric or U S Celsius km h hectopascals or Fahrenheit mph inches of M ercury 4 Push Choose between normal or reversed display View 3 4 7 Display The green LED flashes five times and the message ENJ OY is displayed for a few seconds gt While the message ENJ OY is displayed by pushing the button you can go back to the three menu s set up info config for an eventual modification If there is no altitude correction the Pro Student or Tandem mode stays displayed If an altitude correction was entered the mode displayed will be P S or T respectively followed by a or sign preceding the value of the implemented altitude correction see 8 3 4 4 the value will be shown in feet Ft or meters m The Vigil stays on for a period of 14 hours and will then switch off automatically Once off it will keep all settings in its memory gt The Vigil is now ready for use and is in a stand by status rec
18. rness container system designed for an electronic AAD All reserve closing loops currently on the market that are similar to Spectra CSR style 9512 300 or the Cypres Loop Spectra Cord are acceptable for use in the installation of the Vigil The Vigil s cutter must be positioned as specified by the container manufacturer s instructions 3 3 The Functioning Modes The Vigil Multimode has three functioning modes that can be selected by the user Pro Student or Tandem The choice can be made while in the SETUP menu See 8 3 4 9 3 3 1 PRO M ODE The Vigil releases at 840 Ft 256 meters if the freefall speed is equal or superior to 35 m sec 78 mph 3 3 2 STUDENT M ODE m The Vigil releases at 1040 Ft 317 meters The Vigil has if the freefall speed is equal or superior to 20 m sec 45 mph an opening accuracy of 20m or 65 Ft in all modes 3 3 3 TANDEM M ODE The Vigil releases at 2040 Ft 622 meters if the freefall speed is equal or superior to 35 m sec 78 mph thanks to the patented Time Calculation method Once the pre determined activation altitude and speed is reached the Vigil will activate immediately 3 4 Start Up and Shut Down Procedures The Vigil must be turned on at ground level This will be the zero reference altitude Never turn the Vigil Multimode on in the plane gt Attention If there is a great change in atmospheric pressure more than 10 mbar it is recommended that you shut dow
19. rts and airplanes The special shielding foil protects against electromagnetic interference waves produced by e Radio communications e Mobile phones 9 Transponders e Radar The case lodging two connectors two integrated bronze filters and a stainless steel closing screw The 2 bronze filters ensure protection against the intrusion of pollution such as dust and pro vides a good transfer of outside air pressure inside the main unit The closing screws allow you to open the case very easily if you need to replace the power pack or the cutter These operations are described in detail in chapters 7 and 8 We highly recommend that replacements or changes to the Vigil be done by your rigger or an official Vigil dealer 5 2 Power Pack NATO Stock Number NSN 6130 13 118 8842 The power pack is composed of one lithium battery and a Pulses Plus element in the lower half of the case The battery was developed especially for Vigil by Sonnenschein Tadiran It is submerged in epoxy to avoid any battery leakage It does not suffer from memory effect and is extremely long lasting The Pulses Plus tech nology supplies the high peak current necessary for the cutter to function instantaneously The power pack works at a temperature range between 25 C and 70 C 13 F and 158 F The use of low consumption components in conjunction with a sophisticated power supply management program has significantly improves the battery s life span The ba
20. sensor Do not submit your Vigil at pressures above 3000 mbar The Vigil is not water resistant If your Vigil is submerged in water you should send it to an approved Vigil dealer for inspection Disclaimer AAD nv sa intensively tests all Vigils to assure their reliability Every Vigil has passed various docu mented technical inspections quality control inspections and other tests before shipping to the cus tomer However it is impossible to exclude the possibility of a malfunction on electronic equipments AAD nv sa is not responsible for faulty part that escaped detection during the final testing phases AAD nv sa will replace or repair defective parts free of charge within one year from the date of pur chase 1 Welcome to the Vigil World We congratulate you for your purchase of today s most sophisticated and modern multimode auto matic activation device It is a revolutionary safety device with no imposed maintenance schedule The Vigil will check all of its functions each time it is switched on The Vigil will detect any irregu larities within itself If an abnormality is found the LCD will display an error message see p 12 and the unit will not switch on In this case the Vigil needs to be analyzed by a recognized dealer The Vigil is designed to have a life expectancy of 20 years from the date of manufacture The Vigil is very user friendly It can be used in your choice of three modes Pro Student or Tandem
21. tter after activation is a simple and fast process that can be performed quite easily by your rigger or your official dealer Open the box using the supplied Hex key hexagonal key 5 26 Partially unscrew the printed circuit fixing screw with three complete turns only Do not remove the screw from the printed circuit board Do not remove the printed circuit board from the case By pushing the two connectors upwards it is possible to lift the printed circuit slightly Do not remove the printed circuit from its hou sing Any alteration of the hologram seal glued between the printed circuit and the top case will void the warranty Free the cutter connector and insert the new cutter connector Check that the connector is correctly positioned and tighten the printed circuit fixing screw Make sure that the battery s connecting wires are correctly positioned and they do not hinder the box from closing Close the box and tighten the screw with Hex key 5 Do not remove the printed circuit from its housing doing so will void the warranty 2 28 Personal Notes Warranty On each Vigil you will find a quality control number This number is visible on the hologram seal on each of the four units composing the Vigil Pyrotechnical cutter power pack control unit and electronic unit A fifth hologram is placed on the Test Certificate This number hologram is attributed and placed by the quality contro
22. ttery s life span is 4 years or 700 jumps When the Bat Low or Bat message appears whichever comes first the battery needs to be replaced 21 22 5 3 Electronic Unit NATO Stock Number NSN 5998 13 118 8845 The entirely automated assembly of surface mounted electronic components SMD Surface Mounted Devices answers to the strictest standards The SMD components assembly are associated with electronic and optical production controls equipments in order to guarantee a high level of quality and reliability such quality approaches military specifications The unit also works as a data recorder It memorizes parameters described in 8 3 4 5 and notably the duration of the last freefall jump the total freefall time and the total number of jumps All these results can be viewed directly from the control unit s LCD display or the Vigil memory can be downloaded to a PC using the infrared communication port Detailed information is contained in 8 3 4 5 information on the communications port is described in chapter 6 5 4 Cutter NATO Stock Number NSN 1377 13 118 8843 Designed especially for the Vigil it has a functionality warranty of 20 years The cutter severs the reserve loop by a pyromechanical cutting action with a circular knife and it will also melt the loop to ensure its separation due to high internal temperature The cutter is completely confined to avoid any possible damage to the parachute If the Vigi
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