User Guide for Compass 2024-V2 Personal Current and Voltage Detector

Quick Guide

The Compass 2024-V2 is a personal non-contact voltage and current detector designed to warn users of energized sources. Before field use, always confirm the device is powered on (center light blinking green every 5 seconds) and test it with a known source of voltage or current.

Device Positioning

The device can be used in several configurations:

• Hard Hat Mounting: Wear on the underside brim of a hard hat, directly in front of the user's face, ensuring it is within the peripheral vision.
• Handheld Operation: Use for low voltage sources (120-2400 VAC). Do not obstruct the front of the device, as this will reduce detection capabilities.
• Alternate Positions: Can be used on a wrist strap, clipped on a lanyard, or mounted on a hot stick.

Operating Instructions

The device is controlled via a single button:

• Charge: Plug into a Micro USB port. Red LED indicates charging; Green LED indicates fully charged.
• Power On: Press the button to see the orange start-up animation.
• Mute Alerts: Press the button quickly. Green LEDs indicate audible alerts ON; Red LEDs indicate audible alerts MUTED.
• Change Sensitivity: Hold the button until corner LEDs turn BLUE. Press to cycle through sensitivity levels (1-7). Hold until LEDs turn GREEN to select.
• Power Down: Hold the button until corner LEDs turn ORANGE.
• Reset Device: Hold the button as corner LEDs cycle from WHITE to BLUE to ORANGE.

Alerts and Detection

The device provides both audio and visual alerts:

• Proximity Alerts: Red LEDs indicate voltage; Blue LEDs indicate current. Alerts increase as the user approaches the source.
• Directional Alerts: In directional mode, LEDs perform a sweeping animation to guide the user toward the source (240° active bearing range).
• Priority: If both voltage and current are detected, voltage alerts take priority.

Smart Adaptive Mode

This mode is designed for environments where electric and magnetic fields are known to be present. The device will automatically pause alerts if the user is not moving closer to a detected source. It will re-adjust if the user moves away and the field strength reduces.

Troubleshooting

If the device is unresponsive:

• Try charging on a micro USB power source for at least 90 minutes.
• Reset the device by holding the button for 8-10 seconds.
• If the device flashes RED and YELLOW, it indicates a self-test error. Stop using immediately and contact support.

Safety Information

• Use only by trained and qualified personnel.
• Always adhere to high voltage electrical safety practices.
• Extreme humidity may decrease detection range.
• Some materials may shield electromagnetic fields.
• Always verify a potential voltage source is de-energized before making contact.

Device Specifications

• Power: Rechargeable LiPo Battery (3.7V, 250mAh).
• Charging: 1.5 hours via USB 2.0 Micro B.
• Water Resistance: IP-67.
• Operating Conditions: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F).
• Voltage Ranges: High Voltage Model (2400VAC-35kVAC); Low Voltage Model (120 VAC – 2400VAC).