Neptune System - The Scuba Diving of the 3rd millennium

During the last 50 years scuba diving has been changing quickly from an activity only for experts, mainly with a commercial or military use, into an amusing hobby for millions of people all over the world. In the last 20 years, specifically, some equipment have completely changed the way of diving, increasing safety and comfort. Masks and regulators have always been two different units, except in professional uses. Why have we to think about masks and regulators as two different pieces of equipment, when every human being on earth breaths mainly through their nose and to speak it's essential not to have a mouthpiece in their mouth. Why have we to let a part of our face become cold or why have we to restrict our field of vision? Why should we limit ourselves when using these pieces of equipment, instead of having an integrated system?

The Ocean REEF challenge for the third millennium is based on these thoughts. It is the introduction of an integrated system mask & regulator with an underwater communication system.
 

The NEPTUNE SYSTEM is the Scuba Diving of the future.

The human race has evolved so that today a child is able to do things unforeseen by an adult 100 years ago. So, we are ready and prepared to use more sophisticated and complete means. We are ready to dive really like aquanauts to discover and conquest the last frontier on earth: the Oceans!

The Neptune System includes:

• NEPTUNE II
 Diving full face mask and accessories

• NIRA
(Neptune Integrated Regulator Adapter)

• GSM - M101A - M105
Ultrasonic underwater communication units
 

NEPTUNE II Full face mask
The NEPTUNE II was designed for underwater utilization, using two regulators, and the ability to use communication systems (underwater to underwater, or, underwater to surface). The NEPTUNE II can use normal regulators, ones with a flow adjustment are best, and those that are OVER-INJECTED are not recommended (see note). The universal connection, (available in two sizes) with a DIN thread, allows you to connect the mask with most of the regulators on the market. NEPTUNE II was designed not only for commercial & technical uses, but also for recreational ones.

We use tech polymer protection treatments, which allow NEPTUNE II to be used even in extreme conditions. That's why Neptune II has a lifetime warranty. To increase the comfort of the mask, the weight has been restricted to below 600 grams.

NEPTUNE II has many international patents and
characteristics that make it unique.
 

• Versatility
It has one of the higher protection factor ever realized on a full face mask. This is thanks to a special face seal, patented, with a " spring effect " profile. The "spring effect" is achieved by a particular combination between the "double S" section and the inner support ribs. This allows the mask to "float" easily upon the face. Thanks to its adaptation, one size can fit 80% of the faces.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

• Visor and relative field of vision.
The visor is completely transparent and made of polycarbonate, with a siloxane resin that increases the resistance to the chemical agents and scratches. The visor's light transmission factor is 92%. The visor has such a ballistic resistance factor to withstand impact of a steel marble of 1" at 540 Km/h. The angular field of vision is almost 180°.
 
 
 
 

• Adjustment and fast releasing of belt FRBII (Fast Rotating Buckle).
Straps and buckles are directly connected upon the stiff visor, transmitting in unique and even way, the seal pressure upon the face. Thanks to the new buckles FRBII (Fast Rotating Buckle) the mask is rapidly fitted and may quickly be removed by pulling the lower strap buckles. The “PolarTex” strap is made of a mixed textile, verses rubber, and is suggested for use in low temperatures.

• Air circulation and limitation of CO2
The air circulation within the NEPTUNE II was designed in a way to avoid fogging of the visor and to reduce the quantity of CO & CO2 build up of the inhaled air.  The exhaled air exits through the exhaust valve, located below the oral nasal mask.  With the use of the exhaust valve, it is possible to direct the exhaled air. The valve seat has four positions distinguished by a turn.

• 1st Turn:  Exhaust at left side
• 2nd Turn: Exhaust at right side
• 3rd Turn : Exhaust on both sides
• 4th Turn:  Interruption of Exhaust (no exhaust)

This last position is useful when in the head down position. In these conditions, the closing of the valve can interrupt the continuous exhaust.  This operation will create an air on demand situation; it will reduce the amount of undesired consumption of air and the cooling of the 1st stage and N.I.R.A.
 

• Pressure equalization
The pressure on the inside of the NEPTUNE II mask is also the same as the outside. This avoids the mask squeeze effect, which is normal with common masks when you go deeper, and eliminate water infiltration.
To eliminate the water inside the mask you have only to push the regulator button or exhale. The water will flow out from the exhaust valve.

• Tri-dimensional equalization system (patented).
NEPTUNE II has an equalization system with a tri-dimensional adjustment to fit every nose shape. This is made by  moving a little plate and two nose caps which rotate on an eccentric axis.
 
 
 
 

Pushing the upper part of the mask upon the face, the two nose caps will rise blocking the nostrils allowing equalization.
 
 
 
 

• Connection of conventional regulators.
The special adapter included with the mask, allows the connection of several kinds of regulators. The joint is of medium size. There is a small size is available upon request, as an accessory.

•  Use of an over-injected regulator.
Over-injected regulators are those that have a diagram with areas of inhaling effort lower than zero. These areas indicate an excess of air flow. So, these regulators can not be used with NEPTUNE II, becausethey are too prone to free flow.
 
 
 
 

Optional accessories.

• Optical lens support (code.33299).
 
 
 
 
 
 

• Small size connector (code 33020): for smaller regulators.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

• "PolarTex" strap (code 9005): designed to be use at low temperature and is made of an elastic fabric.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

•  H47 - Blackened face shield (code 7006) Our blackened face shield is used for special applications.  This optical shield is painted to black the “no optical” areas; it does not come with a siloxane double coating which is found of the standard face shield.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

NEPTUNE II NIRA
NEPTUNE II NIRA is the integration of the second stage (NIRA) and a full face mask (Neptune II).
NIRA (Neptune Integrated Regulator Adapter) is an adjustable second stage, properly designed for the NEPTUNE II features. With the use of the NIRA you can get the best performance from the Neptune II. The NIRA has a double position deflector to eliminate accidental flows, caused by impacts on the surface. The inhaling effort is adjustable to different operating conditions and depths. The second stage NIRA is particularly made to be use at low temperatures, where the normal regulators usually freeze. The purge-button is oval and big for easy access. A special block protects the front cover from accidentally unscrewing.

Neptune II NIRA has obtained the CE Certification in accordance with 89/689/EEC directives under the UNI EN250 standard rules for underwater activities even at low temperature (<50 F°).

Neptune II NIRA is also available with a first stage.
NEPTUNE II NIRA TR94 POLAR, a balanced membrane first stage, weighing 1320 grams, chromium-plated brass and steel made, with 2 HP entrances, 4 LP ones, rotating tower and "antifreeze" kit, designed for low temperature dives, up to -63°C.  The NEPTUNE II NIRA TR94 POLAR comes standard with the Polartex strap.

NEPTUNE II NIRA 6600, a balanced piston first stage, weighing 921 grams, chromium-plated brass and steel made, with 2 HP entrances, 4 LP ones and rotating tower. This item is not available in the European Community.
 

• Package
Neptune II NIRA comes in an elegant carry bag, with zipper and protection packing, along with the following parts:

• Visor protection: it is connected to the supports on the visor and protects it from damage during handling/shipping.

• Maintenance tool kit: they were specifically produced in tech polymer to make maintenance easy.

• Videotape: permits quick reference and reminder on how to best use the NEPTUNE II.

• User manual: to better understand NEPTUNE II, NEPTUNE II NIRA, NEPTUNE II 6600 and NEPTUNE II TR94 POLAR.

Full Face Mask Diver Card: it is a card which you must send to Ocean REEF, so that you will be in the list of the owners of a NEPTUNE II, and receive new information and upgrades.

• NEPTUNE II has a lifetime warranty.

• NIRA has a 2 year warranty. The bag is designed to contain other accessories such as a first stage or GSM.
 

Optional accessories
• NIRA/hose quick connection (code 33032): made of chromium-plated brass it allows the quick connect or disconnect of the second stage NIRA, freeing the mask from the connection to the first stage.
 
 
 
 
 

• NIRA/hose swivel connection (code 33033): made of chrome-plated brass, screwed to the second stage NIRA, it reduces the traction made by the hose of the second stage, allowing easier movements.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

• Surface air valve (code 33050). It is connected to the octopus port, and allows the ability to breath on the surface with the mask on, eliminating the usage of air from the tank.
 
 
 
 
 
 

• Dual tank valve for NIRA (code 33049). It permits the connection of the NIRA to two different sources, (air/nitrox)  allowing an alternate use of gases without removing the FFM.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

• Bag AC2 (code 6907). It is an easy and useful carry bag for Neptune II NIRA, made of nylon 420.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Underwater Communication Systems
In the era of mobile telephones, underwater communication represents an essential evolution not only for safety, but also to improve and widen the operating conditions. To communicate means to exchange information and emotions in real time. It means to make the dive easier, more comfortable and amusing. It means to open new horizons to the underwater activity.
If you loose sight of your dive buddies or the boat, you are completely isolated, unless you have an appropriate transceiver. Ocean REEF proposes an underwater communication standard, which is solid, sturdy, and easy to use for recreational diving, research, training, commercial or scientific use.  It consists of a GSM, (Global Submarine Messenger) ultrasound transceivers/receiver, a  M101A receiver unit and a M105 surface unit.
 
 
 
 
 

GSM  DIGITAL (code 33105)
(Global Submarine Messenger)
The GSM is a transceiver/receiver unit that can be connected to the Neptune II full face mask, by means of a standard DIN joint. It automatically activates, and it transmits by pushing the button connected to Neptune II. You may communicate with the other GSM units or the M101A in the water, or to other units operating at the same transmission frequency (32.768 kHz) and to the surface unit M105. The GSM has been realized thanks to a very modern electronic technology of ultrasound transmissions, combined with careful studies of the acoustic peculiarities of the full face mask. This enabled us to filter the "dirty" frequencies, which are those generated by background rumors (air bubbles and mask vibrations), amplifying the signal and modulating to the right proportions. The GSM uses normal 9Volt alkaline batteries, and a dynamic microphone that has high acoustic features.
 
 

M-101A (code 33107)
Receiver unit that can be mounted on a conventional or full face mask. It is solid, sturdy and light. It has automatic activation. There is a battery warning signal which is activated when battery level falls below 7.8 Volts.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

M-105 DIGITAL (code 33109)
A great performing Receiving & Transmitting surface unit.

• Double power supply:
Internal power supply with 6 volts lead batteries  - Autonomy of 50 hours approx., or external power of 12 volts.
• Audio Out put (connection cable available by request)
• HEAD-SET connection (head-set available  by request)
• Volume control Knob
• Switch on Knob
• 10 Mt  cable antenna
• Incorporated Loudspeaker
• Microphone
Sealed ABS Protective Carrying Case.

GSM TV2 (PAL code 33110 or NTSC code 33111)
The GSMTV2 is a professional system that is designed for audio/video radio-television frequency communication between a diver and a remote statio (within approx. 300 meters). It is composed of the following:
 
 
 
 
 

Underwater Unit

Neptune II  NIRA  with a colored  micro videocamera , full duplex  incorporated, connected loudspeaker  and microphone through a cable to the receiving and transceiver unit at the surface.
 
 
 
 
 
 

Remote surface unit
A sealed transceiver station powered by chargeable batteries and mounted on a floating buoy connected to the diver underwater through a cable.
 
 
 
 

Base Unit
• Sealed ABS protective carrying case equipped with:
• 4” Color Monitor
• Loudspeaker
• Microphone
• Audio/video output for the connection to  a television or to an external VCR
• Audio Adjustment
• Headset connection
• 12 volts chargeable battery and Battery charger
• External Power Supply Connection
• Transformer for Transceiver & Receiving unit

The base unit receives the images from the underwater camera attached on the Neptune II Nira full-face mask, showing exactly what the diver sees.  The diver can speak with the operators where the base unit is set, in “full duplex” mode. It is not necessary to press any button to start communication. The telecamera can take images from a distance of 10 cm to infinity and it is equipped with an auto-adjustment system for clearness.
 

Accessories:
• Directional Antenna, to be set on the base unit to increase video quality (cod.9504)
• Booster, to increase transmission to over 1000 meters (cod 9501)
• External Receiving & Transceiver unit, which can be attached to external fixed structures or for use on a boat. It is composed of  2 antennas (video &  audio) with a sealed video-receiver unit and  is equipped with a  20 Mt  cable (cod 9505)
• Additional base unit to operate from 1 or more installations (PAL –cod 8516 / NTSC – cod 8519)
 
 
 
 
 
 

ALPHA (cod 33112)  / ALPHA 2 (cod 33113)

Underwater cable communication systems.

The ALPHA Unit is an underwater/surface cable communication system composed of an underwater receiving & transceiver unit, which can be connected to a Neptune II NIRA.  It is equipped with a microphone and loudspeaker, umbilical cable of approximately 30 Mt and a base unit, which is in an ABS sealed protective carrying case and is powered by chargeable batteries.  The Alpha Unit is equipped with the following:

• On / Off Switch
• Head set with incorporated microphone
• Receiving Volume adjustment, on the Head-set
• Transmission volume adjustment, you can adjust the loudspeaker volume of the underwater unit
• Sound and Visual Alarm which can be directed with an incorporated knob on the underwater unit.
• Battery Charger

The diver can speak and receive in full duplex mode automatically. The underwater unit is also equipped with sound and visual alarms that can be switched on from the surface unit.

The ALPHA 2 allows the contemporary communication between two divers and the surface station.

Some pointers when speaking underwater:
• Speak slowly, distinctly pronouncing distinctly each word
• Be brief.
• Speak while exhaling slowly.
• Direct the regulator bubbles to the opposite side of the GSM, rotating the exhaust valve-cover. The air bubbles are a filter for the ultrasonic waves.
 

Servicing and Merchandising materials
 

Neptune II NIRA Servicing kit (code 9803)

Contains:
• Neptune II NIRA manual
• Servicing tools
• Silicone grease
• NIRA adjustment tool
• NIRA / bench test connector
• Servicing video
 
 
 
 
 

Neptune Corner (code 35006)

A fashionable and professional support to introduce the Neptune system

•  a 4 shelf display
• Neptune System Head display
• 14” TV w/ auto repeat incorporated VCR
• Neptune Poster
• “Neptune, a new way to dive” video
• Catalogs
• Promotional materials
 
 









 

Diving centers are an important component for diving activity distribution.  Ocean REEF has created specific solutions to answer their demands in regards to diving equipment.

SCHOOL PACK (code 35007)

It is conceived for training, renting and organized Neptune System dives

Composition:
• 4 Neptune  II NIRA masks with a complete maintenance tool set
• 1 Illustrative/Promotional Video: “Neptune, a new way to dive”
• 4 medium and 2 small connectors for conventional regulators
• 1 Servicing video with manual
• 1 Ocean Education Manual
• T-shirt and cap
• Ocean REEF flag and Illustrative equipment
• Neptune Center sticker
 

EXCURSION PACK (code 35009)

It is designed for courses and guided tours. The instructor uses a Neptune II NIRA with GSM and the students use M-101A receiving units. The course becomes more interactive and students feel more comfortable being able to hear the instructor or leader while underwater; the teacher can explain with more details the previous introduced theory to the students and he is able to correct any wrong exercises of his pupils immediately while under water.

Composition:
• 1 Neptune II NIRA with an assembled GSM
• 1 Medium and 1 Small regulator connectors
• 1 Surface Air Valve
• Maintenance tool set
• 1 Illustrative/ Promotional Video: “Neptune a new way to dive”
• 1 Servicing video with manual
• 4  M101A receiving units
• 1 Ocean Education manual
• T-shirt and cap
• Ocean REEF flag
•  Neptune Center sticker
 

NDC Pack (code 35017)
The instructors wear a Neptune II NIRA with GSM and they can easily communicate with the boat through the surface unit, M-105 DIGITAL, and with other divers equipped with M101A’s.  The instructors can inform the boat skipper and the divers when diving activity is about to end, when they are approaching the surface, or they can recall the attention of the divers to show and describe the underwater life during the dives.
 

Composition
• 2 Neptune II NIRA with assembled GSM units
• 2 Medium and 2 Small regulator Connectors
• 1 Surface Air Valve
• Maintenance tool set
• 1 Illustrative/ Promotional Video: “Neptune, a new way to dive”
• 1 Servicing video with manual
• 4   M101A receiving units
• 1 Ocean Education manual
• 2 T-shirts and 2 caps
• Ocean REEF flag
• Neptune Center sticker
 
 

 

It is possible to organize audio/video conferences from a swimming pool or open water area to a classroom where attendees may talk with the underwater team.  The underwater team would be equipped with the NEPTUNE SYSTEM and appropriate video cameras. With the use of Neptune II NIRA, GSM, M-105 DIGITAL professional surface unit and M-101A underwater receiving unit, it is possible to create an interactive communication system between divers and surface attendees.

OCEAN EDUCATION PROGRAM
The Ocean Education Program has the purpose of introducing and teaching the use of the Neptune System. It is conceived and written by expert instructors who belong to different training organizations, by technicians and also marketers to help and complete the specialty courses. Instructors and students have a complete set of training materials.

Instructor Trainer Pack
• It is studied for Course Directors Trainers, and includes:
• Instructor Trainer bag
• videotapes (Neptune, a new way to dive - Creating the future - Servicing)
• Course Layout
• Course slides in power point
• Student manual
• Catalog, Neptune II NIRA manual and communications system
• Sportswear kit - illustrative/promotional material
• Course quiz - diploma - IT patch

Instructor Pack
• It is for instructors to help them to organize their specialty courses:
• Instructor bag
• 2 videotapes (Neptune, a new way to dive - Servicing
• Course Layout
• Course slides in power point
• Student manual
• Catalog, Neptune II NIRA manual and communication system
• Sportswear kit - illustrative/promotional material
• Course quiz - diploma - Instructor patch

Student Pack
It is to complete the training of new Neptune Divers
• Course manual
• Video: “Neptune, a new way to dive”.