“COMPASS”

Controller

Provides Real Time System Information

 “COMPASS”- What is it?
• A new control panel for the
entire system.
• Monitors virtually every aspect
of both the compressor and
CAT engine
• A user-friendly interface for the
field operator
• A diagnostic tool to aid in
troubleshooting field problems
• A safety device for the
operator and the equipment
Current Curbside Control Panel
(600 - 1900 CFM)
New “COMPASS” Control Panel
(600 - 1900 CFM)
Power/Off/On/Start

Reset Switch

High/Low Selector

“Master Gauge”
LCD Graphic Display
Compressor
Warning/Shutdown
Indicator
Mode Button (m)
Trip/Reset Button (t)

Engine
Warning/Shutdown “Slave Gauge”
Indicator Analog Status
Display

Engine Diagnostic
Service Port
What Does Compass Monitor &/or Control?
Compressor Engine
1. Fuel Level 1. Battery Voltage
2. Service Pressure 2. # of Crank Cycles
3. Wet Pressure 3. Warm-Up time
4. Control Pressure 4. Cool-Down Time
5. Receiver Tank Temperature 5. Coolant Level
6. Compressor Discharge Temperature 6. Coolant Temp
7. Ambient Air Temperature 7. Engine Hours
8. Intake Air Cleaner Restriction 8. Engine Speed
9. After-filter Primary Restriction 9. % Engine Load
10. After-filter Secondary Restriction 10. Fuel Usage Rate
11. After-cooler Air Temperature 11. Fuel Pressure
12. Louver Activation 12. Fuel Temperature
13. Air-Oil Separator Restriction 13. Engine Air Temperature
14. Sensor Integrity 14. Oil Pressure
15. Boost Pressure
16. Intake Air Cleaner Restriction
 How Does It Work?

• Engine monitoring & control achieved with SAE J1939

datastream protocol
• Directly monitors system pressures ,temperatures and
takes necessary action
• Logs events in non-volatile memory for retrieval by
technician
• Provides real-time feedback on system performance
Additional Compass Features
• Diagnostic Menu For Field Use
– Set Units (S.I. Vs. British Gravitational System)
– Set Language (6 Languages Currently Available)
– LCD Display Contrast
– Cmacs Diagnostics (Self-test)
– Pressure Calibration
– Backlight Adjustment
– Engine Diagnostics (FMI & SPN #’S Displayed)
– Engine Shutdown History
• Enclosure To Be NEMA-4 Rated
• There are currently 58 User-Configurable
Parameters in place
– Not Accessible by Field Operators
 Operator Adjustments Example
• Nine Main Menu Selections For Machine Information
Display and Specific Parameter Adjustments:*
1. Set units
2. Set Language
3. Contrast
4. COMPASS Diagnostics
5. Pressure Calibration
6. Auxiliary Temperature Calibration
7. Backlight Adjustment
8. Engine Diagnostics
9. Engine Shutdown history
* Additional Parameters Viewed and Adjusted Using the PC User Set Language
Interface

• Use the “m” and “t” buttons to Scroll to “Set Language”

• Press Both the “m” and “t” Buttons at the Same
time to Make the Selection Active
• Scroll Through (6) Available Languages
• To make the Selected Language Active Press Both
the “m” and “t” Buttons at the Same Time
• A Confirmation Screen Will Appear Indicating Language
changed
Compass Serviceability Items

• Master Gauge (The Brain)

• Slave Gauge
• Panel Switches
• LED Subassembly
• Internal Wire Harness
• Relay Bank
 “COMPASS”Controller
Safety Conditions Checked During Startup Along With the Fault Indicated
Should One Exist:
 “COMPASS”Controller
150
10 12
8
HIGH RESET START
6
PSI 14
bar
16
HIGH HIGH START
HIGH
RESET ON 4
LOW LOW LOW
OFF

18
ON 2

275
20
0

LOW OFF

m t

COMPRESSOR ENGINE

WARNING SHUTDOWN WARNING SHUTDOWN

3/4
F 10 15
1/2 20

1/4 25

RPM
X
DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE E 100 30
PORT

300 150 150

300
130 130

250 110 ENG COMP 110 250

90 TEMP TEMP 90
70 70
200 50C 50C 200
150 150
100F 100F

Digital and Analog Input

Schematic
 Manifold Block System

• Takes The Place Of Separate Components Currently Used

• High/Low Valve And Run/Start Valve Replaced By Solenoid Valves
• Recirculation Valve, Blowdown Valve And System Regulators Are All
Incorporated Into The Block Driven By The Recirculation Valve Solenoid
• Engine Speed Control Cylinder Is Replaced By An Electrical
Signal From the “COMPASS” Controller
Manifold Block Control System
Warm Up Mode
Status:
Blowdown Valve: CLOSED
RUN/START Solenoid: ENERGIZED
Reducing Regulator: Full Open - Pressure Below Set Point
RECIRC Solenoid DE-ENERGIZED
HI/LO Solenoid: ENERGIZED - Assumes Switch Is In Low Position
LO Pressure BP Reg.: Pressurized But Closed - Pressure Below Set Point
HI Pressure BP Reg.: Pressurized But Closed - Pressure Below Set Point
Run Mode – Low Pressure Operation
Status:
Blowdown Valve: CLOSED
RUN/START Solenoid: DE-ENERGIZED
Reducing Regulator: Modulating – Downstream Set Point (60 Psig)
RECIRC Solenoid DE-ENERGIZED
HI/LO Solenoid: ENERGIZED - Assumes Switch Is In Low Position
LO Pressure BP Reg.: Pressurized But Closed - Pressure Below Set Point
HI Pressure BP Reg.: Pressurized But Closed - Pressure Below Set Point
Full Load/Modulation – Low Pressure Operation
Status:
Blowdown Valve: CLOSED
RUN/START Solenoid: DE-ENERGIZED
Reducing Regulator: Modulating - Downstream Set Point (60 Psig)
RECIRC Solenoid DE-ENERGIZED
HI/LO Solenoid: ENERGIZED - Assumes Switch Is In Low Position
LO Pressure BP Reg.: Pressurized And Modulating (Closed - Full Load Condition)
HI Pressure BP Reg.: Pressurized But Closed - Pressure Below Set Point
No-Load/Unloaded – Low Pressure Operation
Status:
Blowdown Valve: CLOSED
RUN/START Solenoid: DE-ENERGIZED
Reducing Regulator: Modulating - Downstream Set Point (60 Psig)
RECIRC Solenoid ENERGIZED
HI/LO Solenoid: ENERGIZED - Assumes Switch Is In Low Position
LO Pressure BP Reg.: Pressurized And Modulating
HI Pressure BP Reg.: Pressurized But Closed - Pressure Below Set Point
Full Load/Modulation – High Pressure Operation
Status:
Blowdown Valve: CLOSED
RUN/START Solenoid: DE-ENERGIZED
Reducing Regulator: Modulating - Downstream Set Point (60 Psig)
RECIRC Solenoid ENERGIZED
HI/LO Solenoid: DE-ENERGIZED - Assumes Switch Is In High Position
LO Pressure BP Reg.: Not Operating
HI Pressure BP Reg.: Pressurized And Modulating (Closed - Full Load Condition)
No-Load/Unloaded – High Pressure Operation
Status:
Blowdown Valve: CLOSED
RUN/START Solenoid: DE-ENERGIZED
Reducing Regulator: Modulating - Downstream Set Point (60 Psig)
RECIRC Solenoid ENERGIZED
HI/LO Solenoid: DE-ENERGIZED - Assumes Switch Is In High Position
LO Pressure BP Reg.: Not Operating
HI Pressure BP Reg.: Pressurized And Modulating
Shut Down
Status:
Blowdown Valve: OPEN
RUN/START Solenoid: DE-ENERGIZED
Reducing Regulator: Closed
RECIRC Solenoid DE-ENERGIZED
HI/LO Solenoid: DE-ENERGIZED - Assumes Switch Is In High Position
LO Pressure BP Reg.: Not Operating
HI Pressure BP Reg.: Not Operating