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1.0 The Argus
The Argus is a 3rd generation electronic and pyrotechnic safety device with superior electromagnetic
interference shielding. The unit also works as a data logger, as it memorizes most jump parameters.
The Argus includes four jump modes, which allows for different user requirements.
1.1
Installation
The Argus has been designed to be backward compatible with most sport rigs on the market today. If
necessary, an Argus pocket can be supplied and installed in your container by a master rigger or foreign
equivalent.
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All reserve closing loops currently on the market that are equivalent to the Cypres loop are acceptable for
use in the installation of the Argus. These loops must be impregnated with acid free silicon oil on the surface
near the loop that is in contact with the grommets of the reserve container (approx. 1 inch or 2.5cm). The
Argus cutter must be positioned as specified by the container manufacturer’s instructions.
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1.2
Never pull, lift or handle Argus by the cables.
Please comply with any country-specific regulations concerning a retrofit.
Jump Modes
The jump modes describe the conditions required for the Argus activation. All modes except Swoop will
monitor the jump until the landing. The Swoop mode will go to stand-by until the next jump as soon as a
parachute opening is detected.
Jump modes are:
Jump Mode
Trigger Altitude
Trigger Speed
STANDARD
250 m-820 Ft
35 m/s-115 Ft/s
SWOOP
250 m-820 Ft
35 m/s-115 Ft/s
NOVICE
300 m-1,000 Ft
20 m/s-66 Ft/s
TANDEM
660 m-2,200 Ft
35 m/s-115 Ft/s
For any particular jump mode, when the altitude and vertical speed conditions are met, the reserve
parachute will be activated.
The user MUST ensure that he/she will stay well away from the activation conditions to prevent the
possibility of the reserve container opening simultaneously with the main parachute deployment.
In order to stay on the safe side:
• Always open well above 1500 feet (450 meters); for Tandems 3000 feet (900 meters)
• If altitude reference has been adjusted, NEVER fly below the intended Drop Zone elevation
JUMP PILOTS: Never fly below the airfield takeoff elevation
User Guide Argus V2.0.3
30/06/2007
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