Hide thumbs Also See for Expert CYPRES 2:

Advertisement

Quick Links

CYPRES

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the Expert CYPRES 2 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for Airtec Expert CYPRES 2

  • Page 1 CYPRES...
  • Page 2 Airtec GmbH Safety Systems Dieses Handbuch ist auch in Deutsch erhältlich. - CYPRES 2 User’s Guide- page 1...
  • Page 3 Contents 1. Function ............3 7. Technical service ........26 1.1 Design philosophy ........3 8. Important Notes ........29 1.2 Components ..........5 8.1 Important notes for jump pilots ....29 1.3 How CYPRES works ........ 6 8.2 Important notes for users ......31 1.4 Power supply ..........
  • Page 4: Function

    1. Function 1.1 Design philosophy CYPRES, which is the acronym of "CYbernetic any CRW, CYPRES will analyze these movements Parachute RElease System", is an automatic without problems. It won't interfere with any nor- activation device which meets all needs, require- mal activities while skydiving.
  • Page 5 As the next generation of CYPRES, CYPRES 2 - robust, rigger friendly case, with rounded combines tried and true quality and reliability with corners and edges, and in addition it is water- new achievements, technology, and discoveries resistant made during the past 12 years of continued research - extended maintenance window: +/- 6 months and development.
  • Page 6: Components

    1.2 Components CYPRES consists of a control unit, a processing unit and one release unit (cutter) for 1-pin reserve container or two release units (cutters) for 2-pin reserve container. control unit Please do not: - pull - lift - carry or - throw CYPRES by the cables processing unit release unit...
  • Page 7: How Cypres Works

    Even though you might need to reset your a method invented and patented by the founder of Airtec, Helmut Cloth, in 1987. altimeter before a jump, CYPRES takes care of itself. This very accurate calibration is the basis...
  • Page 8 • The system is unobtrusive and can be installed The distance which the piston moves in case of an so that it is undetectable from the outside. activation is approx. 5 mm. Release unit The release unit (cutter) is completely self- (cutter) with contained and specifically developed for CYPRES.
  • Page 9: Power Supply

    A positive outcome to this self- to a faulty power supply prior to the maintenance test should assure you of trouble-free operation due date, Airtec will take care of this with the for up to 14 hours. highest priority.
  • Page 10: Product Overview

    2. Product overview 2. CYPRES has fail-safe error detection. Two CYPRES is available in six models: processes are activated in CYPRES once the unit has been switched on: a primary working Expert CYPRES for a one pin container process and an independently operating Expert CYPRES for a two pin container controlling process that monitors the working Student CYPRES for a one pin container...
  • Page 11: Expert Cypres

    2.1 Expert CYPRES 2.2 Tandem CYPRES The Expert CYPRES can be recognized by the red The Tandem CYPRES can be recognized by the button on the control unit. blue button with the imprint "Tandem" on the It activates the release unit when it detects a rate control unit.
  • Page 12: Student Cypres

    2.3 Student CYPRES Unlike the Expert CYPRES models, we recom- mend that the Student CYPRES be switched off in the aircraft prior to descent if the jump is aborted and the student will land with the plane, because The Student CYPRES can be recognized by the the vertical speed of a descending jump plane will yellow button with the imprint "Student"...
  • Page 13: Installation

    3. Installation Since 1994, Airtec has provided all the necessary parts to nearly all rig manufacturer worldwide, so that all rigs can be delivered CYPRES ready. Additionally, for nearly all older rigs, Airtec has published detailed retrofit instructions in the “CYPRES Rigger’s Guide for Installation“.
  • Page 14 It is necessary to place the processing unit into the right pouch so that the cables lay flat on the bottom of the pouch. Control unit cable and cutter cable(s) must be placed without tension. Excess cable is stowed in the flat part of the pocket underneath the velcro-adjustable flap.
  • Page 15: How To Operate Cypres 2

    4. How to operate CYPRES 2 4.1 Handling the control unit The push button on the control unit should be You should familiarize yourself with switching pressed with the fingertip alone; please do not use CYPRES 2 on and off (see chapter 4.2) and a fingernail or any object.
  • Page 16: Switching Cypres On

    4.2 Switching CYPRES on CYPRES is switched on by pressing the push Once the switch-on procedure is finished, the unit button four times with very short clicks. Start the will run through its self-test. Initially, the display will show the number “10“, and then a countdown switch-on cycle by clicking the button once.
  • Page 17: When To Switch On Or Reset

    4.3 When to switch on or reset As a rule, CYPRES has to be switched on at the • If the total time for a single jump (takeoff to takeoff site on the ground. Just prior to donning landing) exceeds one and a half hours, your rig is an ideal time.
  • Page 18: Changing Altitude Reference

    4.4 Changing altitude reference level altitude; never above-sea-level references.) You must change the altitude reference whenever the airfield and the dropzone where you intend to Following this, "60" ("20") will display next to an arrow pointing upward. CYPRES now is asking land are at different elevations.
  • Page 19 This back-and-forth routine between up and down, in increments of 30 feet (10 meters), continues up to an altitude difference of 1500 feet (500 meters). The push button must remain pressed until the desired altitude comes up on the display. When you see the appropriate altitude, release the push button.
  • Page 20 Once you have made an altitude change, it will be such a case, CYPRES must be recalibrated to the displayed until the jump has been made, or until correct Ground Zero by switching it off and on CYPRES switches itself off or is switched off by again prior to the next jump.
  • Page 21: Access To Unit Information

    4.5 Access to unit information CYPRES 2 provides an easy way to view the serial display of the serial number number and next maintenance due date. Simply perform an altitude adjustment and keep pressing the push button after the limit of the altitude adjustment range.
  • Page 22: Cypres 2 And Water Jumps

    4.6 CYPRES 2 and Water jumps The design of the CYPRES 2 allows water jumps without removal of the unit. CYPRES 2 is water resistant up to a water depth of approximately 15 feet (5 meters) for a duration of approximately 15 minutes.
  • Page 23: Changing The Filter

    4.7 Changing the filter Filter Installation: Place the new filter with the labeled side toward and into the slotted end of the filter changer up to the stop (flush) position. Do not angle. Filter Removal: Hold the CYPRES filter changer on the non-slotted end and push it straight (without tilting) onto the filter up to the stop position.
  • Page 24: Error Display

    Error code number / error code description: in the display, or if the unit switches itself off and One or both of the attached release units are can not be switched on again, please contact Airtec not correctly electrically connected to the 1111 or SSK.
  • Page 25: Changing The Release Unit(S)

    6. Changing the release unit(s) After an activation the release unit can be changed Connecting the release unit(s): by any rigger (packer) via the plug-and-socket Hold plug and socket by their aluminium grips. connection. Place the plug directly in front of the socket and connect them by pushing together with a smooth Disconnecting the release unit: straight motion until it is completely seated.
  • Page 26 CYPRES activation. In not been attached to a CYPRES the rare combination of this and a water landing, during maintenance to Airtec or SSK the socket must be dried out before further use. for a free no-charge inspection prior Do that by tapping the open end of the socket to use.
  • Page 27: Technical Service

    (e.g. new disciplines), which Airtec is always researching 1. Deviations between nominal and actual values and taking into consideration. are corrected to ideal values. Every detail is observed.
  • Page 28 Please choose a suitable date during the 13 month and changes incorporated into the design of time frame for a convenient performance of the CYPRES 2, Airtec has determined that it is possible maintenance. According to experience, the number to extend the maintenance window to 13 months of maintenances and the necessary time to do them on CYPRES 2.
  • Page 29 2 maintenance fees (except for any required replacement cutters or water resistant filters). Please contact your local CYPRES dealer concerning the maintenance. Please contact Airtec when you don’t know who that is. page 28 - CYPRES 2 User’s Guide-...
  • Page 30: Important Notes

    8. Important Notes 8.1 Important notes for jump pilots • A Student or Expert CYPRES will not work if • When using an aircraft capable of the aircraft is exited before it reaches 1500 feet pressurization, make sure that the cabin (450m) above the airfield takeoff elevation and remains open when the turbines are started up.
  • Page 31 - Never fly below the airfield takeoff elevation - Always go above 1500 feet (450 meters), for Tandems 3000 feet ( 900 meters) - If altitude reference has been adjusted, never fly below the intended DZ elevation " 1500 ft "...
  • Page 32: Important Notes For Users

    (450m) above the airfield and intended DZ. In Airtec tested and subsequently qualified by case of a Tandem CYPRES 3000 feet (900m) Airtec and the rig manufacturer. Typically the must be reached. rig manufacturer delivers these pilot chutes • CYPRES is shielded against radio-transmitter with the rig.
  • Page 33: Repacking Of Reserves

    Since 1991 Airtec endorses the ‘Running Loop’ the container. Even if you do not have a CYPRES for 2-Pin Pop Top rigs, an Airtec development. The in your container, a CYPRES loop will markedly ‘Running Loop’ has the characteristic that even improve your safety.
  • Page 34 Additional notes on the Racer from Jump Shack: Tips for Riggers (packers): On Racer systems in countries where US TSO The ‘Packer’s Kit’ is available from CYPRES standards apply, you must use the quick loop dealers. It contains everything that is necessary to system in accordance with the rig manufacturer's pack a CYPRES equipped container, including: instructions.
  • Page 35: Abbreviated User's Guide

    11. Switching Rigs 10. Abbreviated User's Guide Switching your CYPRES to another CYPRES ready rig will require only a few moments of work Switch CYPRES on only when you are for your rigger. If the container swap requires a on the ground ! change in the number of release elements (cutters), When airfield and dropzone are at the same this can be done quickly on-site by unplugging...
  • Page 36: Regarding Air Travel

    Presently the Parachute Industry Association and the USPA are working with the Transportation If you’ve lost the card, you can get a new one Security Agency concerning traveling with from Airtec or SSK. parachutes. - CYPRES 2 User’s Guide- page 35...
  • Page 37: Technical Data

    13. Technical Data Data common to Expert, Tandem, and Student models: Length, width, height of the processing unit: ..........approx. 85 x 43 x 32 mm Length, width, height of the control unit: ............approx. 65 x 18 x 6,5 mm Length, diameter of the release unit: ................
  • Page 38: Warranty

    14. Warranty Special data for Expert CYPRES: Technical defects that show up during the first 2 Cable length of control unit: ..approx. 670 mm years from the date of manufacture will be repaired Volume: ........approx. 139 cm³ by the manufacturer at no cost. Weight: ........
  • Page 39: Disclaimer

    Risk can be reduced by In designing and manufacturing CYPRES, the aim assuring that each component has been installed of Airtec GmbH is that the device should never in strict compliance with the manufacturer‘s cause an accidental canopy opening, but should...
  • Page 40: Index

    16. Index Display of maintenance date ......20 AAD ............3, 38 Display of serial number ....... 20 Abbreviated user ’s guide ........ 34 Activation altitude .......... 37 Error codes ..........9,23 Activation speed ..........37 Error display ........... 23 Air travel ............
  • Page 41 Maintenance date ........20,27 Warranty ............36 Water contact ..........4,21 Operating range ..........36 Water depth ............ 21 Parascending / paragliding ......31 Water jumps ........... 21 Patent ............... 6 Water resistant ..........4,21 Power Supply ..........8,36 Weather change ..........3,6 Pressurization ..........
  • Page 42: Packing List

    17. Packing List Trade Marks In addition to the CYPRES 2 unit and the user’s CYPRES is a trade mark of Airtec GmbH. guide, the following items will be delivered: All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by...
  • Page 43 The sky is not the limit. The ground is.

This manual is also suitable for:

Tandem cypres 2Student cypres 2

Table of Contents