
UNDERGROUND OPERATOR
FOR SWINGING GATES
COMPAS 2
WARNING!! Before installing, thoroughly read this manual that is an integral
part of the pack
Our products if installed by qualified personnel capable to evaluate risks,
comply with norms UNI EN 12453, EN 12445
The CE mark conforms to European directive
EEC 89/336 + 92/31 + 93/68 D.L. 04/12/1992 N. 476.

PACKING CONTENTS .............................................................................
VIEW OF TYPICAL AUTOMATION AND NAMES OF COMPONENTS .............
TECHNICAL DATA....................................................................................
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..........................................................................
2
3
DIMENSIONS .........................................................................................
TYPICAL CONNECTION AND CABLE SECTION..........................................
CONSIDERATIONS FOR INSTALLATION...................................................
INSTALLATION.......................................................................................
TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................................
PACKING CONTENTS
1- UNDERGROUND OPERATOR
4
4
5
5-6
7
8
1- SIMPLE LEVER FOR
WING ANCHORAGE
1- UNLOCKING KEY
1- CONDENSER (230VCA)

VIEW OF TYPICAL AUTOMATION AND NAMES OF COMPONENTS
Mechanical unlock for emergency
manoeuvre
3
4
7
6
2
2
1
5
1
Optimal installation
1- Operator
2- External photocell
3- Flashing warning light
4- Antenna
TECHNICAL DATA
8
5
5- Internal photocell
6- Electronic control unit
7- Key-switch
8- Remote control
24V 230V
With key

TYPICAL CONNECTION AND CABLE SECTION
CONSIDERATIONS FOR INSTALLATION
200
mm
384
148
mm
mm
RX Photocell
270
mm
2X1,5mm2 (24 Vdc )
4X1,5mm2 (230 Vca )
2X0,75mm2
mm
258
TX Photocell
4X0,75mm2
2X0,75mm2
4X0,75mm2
3X1,5mm2
230V Line
· The installation and testing operations must be performed solely by qualified personnel in
order to guarantee the proper and safe operation of the automatic gate.
· The company declines any responsibility for damage caused by incorrect installations due
to incompetence and/or negligence.
· Before assembling the automatism, check that the gate is in perfect working order, hangs
well on its hinges and is suitably lubricated. It must also comply with the safety standards
in force in the country of installation.

Introductory note: Dig a hole big enough to hold the operator, calculate the
required opening angle considering that the Compass operator can also be installed
Out of Axis, insert the sheath for laying the power cable, and cement solidly.
GATE WING OPENING ANGLE
Establish the required opening angle opportunely positioning the opening locks for
the shutters.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
Establish where the operator is to be installed
Ÿ Prepare the sheath for laying the power cable
Ÿ Execute the splice of the cable one watertight box
Watertight box
Sheathing
Place the operator into the hole,
position and level it so that there is a
distance of 85mm (see pict.)
between ground level and the gate
wing, cement firmly and wait for it to
75mm
min
85mm
min
dry before assembling the levers.

Insert and fasten the
lever on the toothed
pinion of the operator
Fix the bracket
to the gate, then
to the lever with
the seeger and
washer.
Gate
bracket
Lever
Seeger
Washer
MECHANICAL END STOP (OPTIONAL)
It is possible to install the mechanical end stop either in opening or in closing
setting the two bolts.
Bolts
EMERGENCY RELEASE PROCEDURE
In order to release the swing of the gate you may insert and turn the key
which is on the pivot of the anchoring lever motor reducer/gate

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE
On giving a command with
the remote
control or with the
key-switch, the gate
doesn’t open or the motor
doesn’t start
Check for any STOP
selectors or commands.
If not used, check jumper
on STOP contact input on
the control board
The photocell is not
functioning or the
beam is interrupted
On giving a command with
the remote control, the
gate doesn’t open but
works with the key
command
The remote control has not
been
memorised or the battery
is flat
Carry out the remote
control learning
procedure on the radio
receiver or replace the
battery with a new one..
Invert the connection of
the cable of the motor
which rotates in the wrong
sense
SOLUTION
230 volt mains voltage
absent
Fuse blown
Power cable of motor or
motors not
connected or faulty.
Check master switch
Replace with one of same
value.
Connect the cable to
appropriate
terminal or replace.
Check the connection,
remove any
obstacle across the beam
The gate starts, but stops
immediately
One wing opens and the
N.B. - If the problem persists, contact your Retailer or the nearest Service
Centre
other closes
The force of the motor or
Modify the value with the
FORCE trimmer on the
motors is insufficient
control unit
The connection is not
correct

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
These warnings are an essential, integral part of the product and must be given to the user. They
provide important indications on the installation, use and maintenance and must be read carefully.
This form must be preserved and passed on to subsequent users of the system. The incorrect
installation or improper use of the product may be dangerous.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
• The installation must be performed by professionally skilled personnel and in compliance with
current local, state, national and European legislation.
• Before beginning the installation, check the integrity of the product.
• The laying of cables, electrical connections and adjustments must be workmanlike performed.
• The packing materials (cardboard, plastic, polystyrene, etc.) are a potential hazard and should
be disposed of correctly and not left within reach of children.
• Do not install the product in potentially explosive environments or environments disturbed by
electromagnetic fields. The presence of inflammable gases or fumes is a grave danger to
safety.
• Set up a safety device for overvoltage, a disconnecting and/or differential switch suitable for
the product and conforming to current standards.
• The manufacturer declines any and all responsibility for product integrity, safety and operation
in the event incompatible devices and/or components are installed.
• Solely original spare parts should be used for repairs and replacements.
• The installer must provide all the information relating to the operation, maintenance and use of
the individual parts, components and system as a whole.
WARNINGS FOR THE USER
• Read the instructions and enclosed documentation carefully.
• The product must be used for the express purpose for which it was designed. Any other use is
considered improper and therefore hazardous. In addition, the information given in this
document and in the enclosed documentation may be subject to modifications without prior
notice. It is given as an indication only for product application. The company declines any
responsibility for the above.
• Keep products, devices, documentation and anything else provided out of reach of children.
In the event of maintenance, cleaning, breakdown or faulty operation of the product, cut off the
power and do not attempt to operate on the product. Contact solely the professionally skilled
personnel responsible for these operations. Failure to adhere to the above indications may be
dangerous.
The data and images are for guidance only
VDS reserves the right to change at any time characteristics of the products described in
its sole discretion, without notice.
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Rev. 1-09/10 ING