AP Diving 2020VISION Operator's manual

Issue 3
2020VISION
Colour Display
User Instruction Manual
NOTE: Due to the limitations of the print process, the colour screen images in
the printed user manual appear very dull compared to the bright, vivid
reality of the product. For better facsimile please view the manual on
PC/Mac screen.

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Contents
The 2020VISION Colour Display.........................................................................................................3!
The 2020VISION Colour Display Features........................................................................................4!
Important Information ............................................................................................................................ 5!
Parts Supplied ........................................................................................................................................6!
Optional Parts......................................................................................................................................... 6!
The 2020VISION Colour Display Configuration................................................................................7!
Auto-Activation .......................................................................................................................................9!
The 2020VISION Colour Display Mounting .....................................................................................10!
Pre-Dive / Self-Checks and Calibration............................................................................................11!
Surface Mode ....................................................................................................................................... 16!
Dive Mode ............................................................................................................................................. 17!
Menus .................................................................................................................................................... 19!
Colour Themes..................................................................................................................................... 22!
Setpoint and Battery Icons ................................................................................................................. 24!
Optional Connectivity ..........................................................................................................................25!
Warnings ...............................................................................................................................................27!
Compass ...............................................................................................................................................29!
Backlight / Brightness Control............................................................................................................35!
Post-Dive...............................................................................................................................................36!
Software Upgrades, Updates and Language Options ...................................................................39!
Bluetooth Connectivity ........................................................................................................................39!
Bluetooth Setup.................................................................................................................................... 40!
Bluetooth Download ............................................................................................................................45!
Bluetooth Upload ................................................................................................................................. 45!
Logging.................................................................................................................................................. 46!
Maintenance .........................................................................................................................................47!
Technical Data ..................................................................................................................................... 48!
EC TYPE Approval .............................................................................................................................. 49!
EC PPE Article 11B Approval ............................................................................................................ 49!
Manufacturer......................................................................................................................................... 50!
WARNING: These user instructions do not replace the AP Diving Rebreather Manual in any
way and do not explain the full rebreather functionality. These instructions will detail the 2020
VISION Colour Display as part of the rebreather system only.
WARNING:The 2020 VISION Colour Display is a sealed unit and no attempt should be
made to disassemble the housing in any way. Trying to do so could cause irreversible
damage to the display and electronics.

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The 2020VISION Colour Display
The AP 2020VISION Colour Display (RBV11) is a 2.8” full colour, high contrast
display that shows the diver real-time PPO2fed directly from the rebreather’s two
independent oxygen controllers. The Colour Display incorporates all the features of
the previous monochrome display with the addition of new features to enrich the
user’s diving experience. Familiar features are carried forward such as
programmable gas mixes, intuitive operation and continuous ceiling Bühlmann
decompression with gradient factor adjustability; complimented with new features
such as the large format high resolution display with larger fonts and icons, expanded
memory, selectable colour themes, to name just a few. All within a smaller but
durable aluminium housing with scratch resistant ionised glass lens which is pressure
resistant to 200m.
The 2020 VISION Colour Display has been specially developed for use with
AP Diving’s range of rebreathers equipped with Vision electronics. It is intended as a
factory fitted upgrade for existing customers as well as a standard item with new AP
rebreathers.
The full-colour display conveys all the key rebreather information with the added
benefit of conditional colouring to highlight the current status of the information
provided. Due to its size, brightness and clarity it can be read in very low visibility
conditions and is excellent for those who may need to compensate for poor eyesight
underwater.
It can be mounted on the wrist using an adjustable elasticated strap or clipped to the
diver using the aluminium D ring on the strap. This gives flexible mounting options for
each particular diver’s preference, diving environment or scenario.

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The 2020VISION Colour Display Features
•For use with all AP Diving rebreathers using Vision electronics with firmware
Version 07.00.00 and onwards installed
•Large format 2.8” full colour display – 43% larger than previous Vision display
•Ultra-bright high resolution, high contrast, display – 96% sharper than previous
Vision display
•Conditional colouring allows at a glance confirmation of “all is well” and
emphasises critical and marginal warnings
•Displayed data includes depth, time, decompression obligation, PPO2values,
Setpoint, Setpoint switch method, battery status and more
•Intuitive graphical layout complements the previous Vision handset and HUS
•Familiar 3 button layout giving instinctive operation for existing AP rebreather
users
•Excellent readability even in very poor visibility conditions
•Selectable colour themes including ‘Colour Blind’ and ‘Candy’ themes
•Customisable colour themes using the ‘AP Colour Theme Designer’ program
•Low power consumption
•Enhanced brightness control features including auto-dimming for longer battery
life, auto-brightness for warnings and brightness ‘tilt activation’
•Extreme durability with hard-anodised marine grade aluminium housing and
scratch-resistant ionised-toughened glass
•Compact housing design – 40% smaller than the previous Vision handset
•Flexible mounting options – either elasticated wrist-strap or D ring
•Bespoke cable assembly with improved flexibility and improved strength with
Kevlar support
•Self-activation on water entry
•Greatly expanded memory – 500 times greater Dive Log memory than the
Vision. Stores up to 3000 dive hours.
•Bluetooth dive download and software upload with PC or MAC - updates and
downloads can be made without disassembly of the rebreather
•Digital Compass – a three axis, tilt compensated digital compass with the ability
to mark a heading
•Dive Display Log Book – graphical display of Depth vs Time dive profile
•Upgradable firmware with the potential to unlock new features in the future
•Compatible with all existing AP Vision electronics peripheral devices including the
Scrubber Monitor (Tempstick) and CO2Sensor
•Independent - driven off one I2C bus arm giving appropriate isolation security
from other peripherals
•Multiple language options including English, German, Dutch, Italian, French,
Spanish, Portuguese, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Polish, Czech and Russian.
•Type Tested for CE approval according to the EN14143:2013 Rebreather
Standard (Notified Body: SGS United Kingdom Ltd)

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Important Information
DO: read the instruction manual fully before using the rebreather
DO: carry out all pre-dive checks prior to each dive
DO: use the Colour Display to monitor the rebreather’s performance at all
times
DO: protect the Colour Display against shock at all times and avoid lens
scratches by replacing the lens protector if it starts to peel
DO: make sure that the Colour Display is free from mechanical damage and
that the lens, buttons and depth pressure sensor holes are not impeded
in any way that could affect its use
DO: wash the Colour Display with fresh water after each dive to avoid any salt
or dirt build up
DO NOT: ignore warnings displayed by the Colour Display
DO NOT: dive without sufficient battery power or enter the water until the
rebreather is correctly calibrated and in surface mode
DO NOT: mount the Colour Display in any way that obstructs the use of other
rebreather functions, such as operating the mouthpiece / OCB, or the use
of inflators
DO NOT: attempt to open the Colour Display as it is designed as a sealed unit
DO NOT: attempt to modify the rebreather or Colour Display in any way
DO NOT: use chemicals to clean the Colour Display

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Parts Supplied
The 2020 Colour Display comes factory-fitted to the Rebreather Lid. It is wired into
the controllers via a new flexible cable assembly. The rebreather firmware must be
V07.00.00 or higher for the Colour Display to work and this will be installed as
standard.
Optional Parts
If your computer does not have a built-in Bluetooth adapter, a Bluetooth USB dongle
can be purchased. The Belkin Mini Bluetooth v4.0 USB adaptor (Belkin Part No.
F8T065) is recommended. Available from AP Diving (www.apdiving.com)
(AP Part Code: RBV91)
RBV11/19 Colour Display Lens Protector
(2 supplied)
RBV91 Bluetooth
USB Adaptor
(complete with
driver CD)
RBV11FF
2020 VISION Colour Display
(Factory-fitted to the
Rebreather Lid,
via a new lid fitting)

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The 2020VISION Colour Display Configuration
Display
Lens and Lens
Protector
Buttons
Mounting D-ring
Cable Strain Relief
Self -Activation
Contacts
Cable from Rebreather
Lid via new lid fitting
Elasticated
Wrist-Strap

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Note: Make sure that the depth pressure sensor holes are not impeded in any way
that could affect their use
WARNING:The 2020 VISION Colour Display is a sealed unit and no attempt
should be made to disassemble the housing in any way. Trying to do so could
cause irreversible damage to the display and electronics.
Depth Pressure
Sensor Holes
Left Button
Centre Button
Right Button

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Auto-Activation
Auto-activation has been added as a hardware feature to complement, in particular,
the Recreational training requirements. There are two contacts, located on the front
edge of the colour display. Once submerged or wetted these are designed to activate
the rebreather.
NOTE:This does not relieve you of the responsibility / need to switch the unit
on before you enter the water. When you switch the handset on several
automatic and essential power on self-tests are conducted and it’s important to
switch the rebreather on and allow your rebreather to do these tests before
entering the water.
WARNING: All auto-activation systems rely on battery power. If your batteries
do not have sufficient voltage the auto-activation will not work, you will receive
no warnings and if you combine this scenario with submerging expecting it to
work and fail to look at your handset, the oxygen pressure will soon drop, you
will lose consciousness and die if not rescued by another person.
Switch on before use and NEVER breathe from the rebreather without first
looking at the handset and knowing the PPO2is at a safe level & ALWAYS
leave it switched on until you’re safely out of the water.
WARNING: The auto-activation feature will not function properly in pure water.
Self
Activation
Contacts

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The 2020VISION Colour Display Mounting
The 2020 Colour Display cable is designed to suit divers of all sizes, and for this
reason has a cable length that will suit up to 95th percentile male arm length. This
means that divers with shorter arms may want to manage excess cable by either
wrapping the cable around the arm, tucking excess into the rebreather case or
clipping the display to a harness D ring instead of wrist mounting.
We recommend that the 2020 Colour Display is mounted on the wrist.
Alternatively, leave the strap buckle assembled and clip the colour display to your
equipment with the mounting D ring on the strap. Ensure that this is done in a
position that allows you to monitor the display with ease.