User`s Manual
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1. Multimode User s Manual US v2 0 6 The Vigil is endorsed by AAD nv sa Advanced Aerospace Designs Boulevard A Reyers 193 B 1030 Brussels Belgium O 432 0 2 732 65 52 F 432 0 2 736 06 27 e mail info vigil aero website www vigil aero Vigil USA uc 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 Mult imode NATO Stock Number NSN 6130 13 118 8846 User s Manual US v2 0 6 Table of Contents 3 1 3 2 33 3 3 1 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 4 1 3 4 2 343 344 3 4 5 3 4 6 3 4 7 3 4 8 Warning Welcome to the Vigil World Introduction Your Vigil Function Principle Installation The Functioning M odes 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 M enu Information CONFIG M enu Configuration Display Shut Down O O O 0 OO OO Un 5 1 5 2 5 3 5 4 5 5 co c wo 11 12 gt Flight Restriction for the Pilot 20 Components 21 Main Box 21 Power Pack 22 Electronic Unit 23 Cutter 23 Control Unit 24 Communication Port 24 Replacing the Power Pack 25 Replacing the Cutter 27 Personal Notes 29 Warranty 21 Glossary 32 Road Map Grafcet 34 Before each jump it is essential to visually check your LCD screen to ensure its func2. 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 parachutist from performing proper emergency procedures A parachutist should always adhere to all rules and regulations set by his her country s skydiving federation Ar Keri Lae Elm iras Lia e k i ay Pack Prezphaes Beers dde F rer Fad ard Green LED Carci Lim Se Pallon Cutter Tat Liter Loop Pron or 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 current 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 freef
3. 26 Disconnect the power pack by holding the con nector by its small edges 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 3 4 8 Replacing the Cutter Replacing the cutter after activation is a simple and fast process that can be performed quite easily by your rigger or your official dealer 1 Press one time on the push button to have Hello on screen 2 Then open the box using the supplied Hex key hexagonal key 5 3 Do not unplug the Power Pack connector Vigil must stay powered Do not put traction on the battery wire 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 27 28 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 po
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5. 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 M ultimode units 16 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 alterthe dis play s contrast Initially the display indicates M eters 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 Metric or U S gt Celsius km h hectopascals or Fahrenheit mph inches of M ercury Press View gt 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
6. 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 3 4 4 INFO see 3 4 5 and CONFIG see 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 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 positive or negative altitude correction is achieved W hen 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 req
7. al 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 I R 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 information described in 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 7 Replacing the Power Pack Every dis assembling operation must be done with the Vigil switched off The replacement of the power pack is an easy and fast operation that can easily be perfor med 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 gt 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
8. all 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 Mobile phones Transponders Radar 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 posi
9. dicated 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 32 11 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 pyromechanical 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 LCD 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 todays mobile phones LED Light Emitting Diode A LED is used during the start up and shut down procedures of the device SMD Surface Mount Device lt 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 compac
10. f and back on again so it can recalibrate itself when your landing zone differs 30m in comparison to your initial takeoff zone The same applies if this landing zone becomes your new takeoff zone A gt Itis highly recommended that your Vigil be off during travel in a closed motorized vehicle A gt Switch the Vigil on only once you arrive at the DZ to get the correct zero ground referen ce Adjust your altitude correction accordingly if need be gt Check the display carefully before each jump 19 gt The Vigil will shut down automatically 14 hours after its start up 4 Flight Restriction for the Pilot eii 150 Ft 46 m i A t J The plane may not fly more than y 100 sec in a zone of 150 Ft 46m P x above or under takeoff level Takeoff Level In all modes with or without altitude correction J 150 Ft 46 m This is the only flight restriction Vigil will work correctly even when used in a pressurized cabin as long as the pressure differs at least 5hPa com pared to the atmospheric air pressure at takeoff 5 Components The Vigil is delivered in a 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 5 2 and electronic unit are encased 5 3 in an unbreakable aluminum alloy bo
11. from the date of pur chase 1 Welcome to the Vigil World We congratulate you for your purchase of todays most sophisticated and modern multimode automatic 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 irregularities 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 above expectancy is based on the fact that the cutter the Pulses Plus element of the power pack and some of the electronic components have a functional lifetime of 20 years The Vigil is very user friendly It can be used in your choice of three modes Pro Student or Tandem 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 demonstrated your judicious foresight W hen 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
12. g properly Ctrl OK The electronic circuits are functioning properly 12 If an error is detected the following messages may be shown e BatLow Low Battery the Vigil is still operational but it is imperative to replace the power pack as soon as possible BatRpl 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 e 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 Rpl 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 Vigil 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 trys rules in this situation The user may not have authorization to replace the power pack or cutter If the Ctrl Err message appears there may be a failure in the electronic circuits You need to send the
13. in the SETUP menu See 3 4 Each mode has its own factory settings 2 3 3 1 PRO MODE The Vigil releases at 840 Ft 256 meters and below if the freefall speed is equal or superior to 35 m sec 78 mph 3 3 2 STUDENT M ODE The Vigil has The Vigil releases at 1040 Ft 317 meters and below an opening accuracy of if the freefall speed is equal or superior to 20 m sec 45 mph t 20m or 65 Ft in all modes 3 3 3 TANDEM MODE thanks to the patented The Vigil releases at 2040 Ft 622 meters and below Time Calculation method if the freefall speed is equal or superior to 35 m sec 78 mph Once the pre determined activation altitude and speed is reached the Vigil will activate immediately 10 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 M ultimode 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 down 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 at the right side of 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 conf
14. irms 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 1 Push Hello followed by Vigil appears flash 2 2 Push Flash gt 3 3 Push Flash 4 4 Push 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 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 functionin
15. rged 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 battery s life span is 4 years or 700 jumps When the Bat Low gt or Bat Rpl message appears whichever comes first the battery needs to be replaced 5 3 Electronic Unit NATO Stock Number NSN 5998 13 118 8845 The entirely automated assembly of surface mounted electronic components SM D 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 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 3 4 5 informa
16. sitioned Cutter LCD Unit and tighten the printed circuit fixing screw Make sure that the battery s connecting wires are correctly positioned and they do not hin der the box from closing Close the box and tighten the screw with Hex key 5 9 Personal Notes 10 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 control department and 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 in
17. t Positive locking A mechanical system that locks the connectors in place between top and bottom case to protect them from being accidentally disconnected gt All Vigils produced after April 1 2004 are equipped with an exceptionally strong shield to protect it from high levels of static electricity gt During the start up sequence your Vigil will automatically test all internal functions If one of the tested parameter is not fulfilled your Vigil will not switch on In that case you should contact an authorized dealer I 0 09 RRA Ug888 ES an x 9I4NOO 109 UV w O4NI c z d s 1 MS IID o IO MO lt a a 1o eop MOK 1 nsuo dojg lt A MO s NO MO I TT Ses LET uo YOUMS OU IIIA ESTA A gt 1dy wg i MOT VE Go MO WA Jojovguoo snyd eumq e s ou ISIA 9 IS euooid snid a Inamqlnstp 20A amp PJD dew peou L 34 z 01 09 dH 8888 Do88t L 88 sneg oro Paysmia W w 888 EN 39 GERENS S989 HHT Isenuo2 aKqpoor y a sgg ugg seno y 440 sig 999 ugg tay z mu yo m A A 3 B apun l juapnig n 04d 8888ELL View 3 mor 440 vg 2s dun aaye oju U9999 4 888884 S fo WN 143888 d AS p U8888 888 por
18. tion 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 life expectancy 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 Vigil 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 23 24 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 alphanumeric
19. tionality its cho sen mode and its pre selected parameters Pro Student or Tandem mode or altitude correction in meters or feet Your Vigil must be exclusively switched on at the takeoff zone see page 19 for more explanations 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 chan ges and improvements to any of the products described in this guide without prior notice 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 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
20. tive or negative altitude differen ce between the departure and landing ground levels from 2000m to 2000m or from 6000ft to 6000 ft The Vigil takes this altitude correction into account to calculate the new activa tion altitude This principal also allows you to modify the activation altitude permanently if the airport where you take off and the landing zone are at DIFFERENT altitudes Each mode Pro Student or Tandem has its own factory set activation altitude can be modify by the user and speed can not be modified by the user factory setting See 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 master 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 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
21. uired functioning mode is displayed wait for a few moments The total parameter sequences are described chapter 10 p 32 13 Set up example Action Result 1 Wait 2 Push 3 Push 4 Wait 5 Push 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 14 A 3 The altitude correction will remain in the Vigil s memory and will be applied on all following jumps The set lt Alt Cor gt 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 Itis impossible to enter a negative altitude correction of more than 500m or 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 Explanation Ver 8 88 Software Version LCD 8 88 LCD version 88888 Electronic unit serial number TJ 18888 Total J umps Total number of jumps of the unit TFF 88h Total Free Fall Total free fall time of your Vigil 88m88s in hours minutes and seconds LFF 188s Last
22. up and down arrows It will not fade out Once the CONFIG menu is finished the Vigil is operational Configuration example Action Result 1 Wait CONFIG displayed 2 Push 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 or malA 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 gt respectively followed by a or sign preceding the value of the implemented altitude correction see 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 recalibrating itself every 32 sec During take off the Vigil will go to an active status 64 calculations per sec above 150 feet or under 150 feet 46 mor 46 m in a time of max 32 sec Vigil s active stat
23. us will be confirmed by three short flashings 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 However there is no inconvenient to travel in an open vehicle at the drop zone altitude 17 18 3 4 8 Shut down The shut down procedure is 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 Result Short flash gt 2 Short flash 3 Short flash 4 Goodbye followed by Vigil are displayed before the AAD shuts down gt When the user decides to ride down with the aircraft in lieu of jumping the pilot must be advised of the status of your Vigil to limit his descent rate in function of the programmed mode 45mph 20m sec for Student and 78mph 35m sec for Pro and Tandem this is especially important for Vigils programmed in Student mode gt It is necessary to switch your Vigil of
24. x 5 1 The Vigil logo makes it easily iden tifiable Two flexible electric cables reinforced by 2 kevlar cords ensure the junction GIL between the main unit and the cutter 5 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 airports and airplanes The special shielding foil protects against electromagnetic interference waves produced by Radio communications Mobile phones Transponders Radar 21 22 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 subme
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