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MMooddeell 5500..55XX➤OOwwnneerr’’ss GGuuiiddee

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lliimmiitteedd lliiffeettiimmee ccoonnssuummeerr wwaarrrraannttyyDirected Electronics ("Directed") promises to the original purchaser to repair or replacewith a comparable reconditioned model any Directed unit (hereafter the "unit"), exclud-ing without limitation the siren, the remote transmitters, the associated sensors and acces-sories, which proves to be defective in workmanship or material under reasonable use dur-ing the lifetime of the vehicle provided the following conditions are met: the unit was pro-fessionally installed and serviced by an authorized Directed dealer; the unit will be pro-fessionally reinstalled in the vehicle in which it was originally installed by an authorizedDirected dealer; and the unit is returned to Directed, shipping prepaid with a legible copyof the bill of sale or other dated proof of purchase bearing the following information: con-sumer's name, telephone number and address; the authorized dealers name, telephonenumber and address; complete product description, including accessories; the year, makeand model of the vehicle; vehicle license number and vehicle identification number. Allcomponents other than the unit, including without limitation the siren, the remote trans-mitters and the associated sensors and accessories, carry a one-year warranty from the dateof purchase of the same. This warranty is non-transferable and is automatically void if: theoriginal purchaser has not completed the warranty card and mailed it within ten (10) daysof the date of purchase to the address listed on the card; the unit's date code or serial num-ber is defaced, missing or altered; the unit has been modified or used in a manner con-trary to its intended purpose; the unit has been damaged by accident, unreasonable use,neglect, improper service, installation or other causes not arising out of defects in materi-als or construction. The warranty does not cover damage to the unit caused by installa-tion or removal of the unit. Directed, in its sole discretion, will determine what consti-tutes excessive damage and may refuse the return of any unit with excessive damage. TOTHE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUD-ING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY, IMPLIED WARRANTY,WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSEAND WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY,ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED; AND DIRECTED NEITHER ASSUMES NORAUTHORIZES ANY PERSON OR ENTITY TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY DUTY,OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH ITS PRODUCTS.DIRECTED DISCLAIMS AND HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY FOR ANYAND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING ITS AUTHORIZED DEAL-ERS OR INSTALLERS. DIRECTED SECURITY SYSTEMS, INCLUDING THISUNIT, ARE DETERRENTS AGAINST POSSIBLE THEFT. DIRECTED IS NOTOFFERING A GUARANTEE OR INSURANCE AGAINST VANDALISM, DAM-AGE OR THEFT OF THE AUTOMOBILE, ITS PARTS OR CONTENTS; ANDHEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER, INCLUD-ING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LIABILITY FOR THEFT, DAMAGE AND/ORVANDALISM. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER LABOR COSTS FORMAINTENANCE, REMOVAL OR REINSTALLATION OF THE UNIT OR ANY

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CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND. IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIMOR A DISPUTE INVOLVING DIRECTED OR ITS SUBSIDIARY, THE PROPERVENUE SHALL BE SAN DIEGO COUNTY IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.CALIFORNIA STATE LAWS AND APPLICABLE FEDERAL LAWS SHALL APPLYAND GOVERN THE DISPUTE. THE MAXIMUM RECOVERY UNDER ANYCLAIM AGAINST DIRECTED SHALL BE STRICTLY LIMITED TO THEAUTHORIZED DIRECTED DEALER'S PURCHASE PRICE OF THE UNIT.DIRECTED SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEV-ER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, DAMAGES FOR THE LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OFEARNINGS, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOSS OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITYAND THE LIKE. NOTWITHSTANDING THE ABOVE, THE MANUFACTURERDOES OFFER A LIMITED WARRANTY TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THE CON-TROL MODULE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. Some states do not allow limitations onhow long an implied warranty will last or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or con-sequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also haveother rights that vary from State to State.

This product may be covered by a Guaranteed Protection Plan ("GPP"). See your autho-rized Directed dealer for details of the plan or call Directed Customer Service at 1-800-876-0800. Directed security systems, including this unit, are deterrents against possibletheft. Directed is not offering a guarantee or insurance against vandalism, damage or theftof the automobile, its parts or contents; and hereby expressly disclaims any liability what-soever, including without limitation, liability for theft, damage and/or vandalism.Directed does not and has not authorized any person or entity to create for it any otherobligation, promise, duty or obligation in connection with this security system.

Make sure you have all of the following information from your dealer:

A clear copy of the sales receipt, showing the following:

➤ Date of purchase➤ Your full name and address➤ Authorized dealer's company name and address➤ Type of alarm installed➤ Year, make, model and color of the automobile➤ Automobile license number➤ Vehicle identification number➤ All security options installed on automobile➤ Installation receipts

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lliimmiitteedd lliiffeettiimmee ccoonnssuummeerr wwaarrrraannttyy .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. iissttaannddaarrdd ttrraannssmmiitttteerr ccoonnffiigguurraattiioonn .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 33wwhhaatt iiss iinncclluuddeedd .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 44iimmppoorrttaanntt iinnffoorrmmaattiioonn .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 44

your warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5fcc/id notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

rreemmoottee ccoonnttrrooll ddiiaaggrraamm.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 77ssttaannddaarrdd rreemmoottee ccoonnffiigguurraattiioonn .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 88ssyysstteemm mmaaiinntteennaannccee .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 99ttrraannssmmiitttteerr ffuunnccttiioonnss.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 1100

standard configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10standard icon configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

rreemmoottee ooppeerraattiioonn aanndd pprrooggrraammmmiinngg iinnssttrruuccttiioonnss .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 1155system signal paging features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15programmable remote control features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

uussiinngg yyoouurr ssyysstteemm .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 1188warning! safety first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18active arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21passive arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21multi-level security arming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23arming while driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24disarming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24high security disarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24disarming without a transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25silent mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26panic mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26valet mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27valet take-over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29short-run/turbo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30timer mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31rear defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

ssaaffeettyy ffeeaattuurreess .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 3333starter anti-grind circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33disabling the remote start system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34over and under rev protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34shut down inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35nuisance prevention circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

ddiiaaggnnoossttiiccss .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 3366

ttaabbllee ooff ccoonntteennttss

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arming diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36disarming diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37system status chirps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38table of zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39interpreting zone diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

ccooddee hhooppppiinngg .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4400hhiigghh ffrreeqquueennccyy .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4411oowwnneerr rreeccooggnniittiioonn .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4411rraappiidd rreessuummee llooggiicc .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4422ppoowweerr ssaavveerr mmooddee .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4422pprrooggrraammmmiinngg rreemmoottee ccoonnttrrooll ffeeaattuurreess .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4433

To enter programming mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43To exit programming mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Page notification (Beep or Vibrate). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Illumination (On or Off ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Sensor icon selection (hood/trunk). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Page mode (On/Off ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

pprrooggrraammmmiinngg ooppttiioonnss .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4444gglloossssaarryy ooff tteerrmmss .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 4499qquuiicckk rreeffeerreennccee gguuiiddee.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 5511

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ssttaannddaarrdd ttrraannssmmiitttteerr ccoonnffiigguurraattiioonn

controls the AArrmm and PPaanniicc On/Off function.

controls the DDiissaarrmm and PPaanniicc Off function.

controls SSiilleenntt MMooddee™™ and AAuuxxiilliiaarryy channel 22 output.

controls the RReemmoottee SSttaarrtt function.

and pressed together control the TTiimmeerr mode.

and pressed together control TTuurrbboo//SShhoorrtt RRuunn.

and pressed together control channel 44 output.

and pressed together control channel 5 output.

and and pressed together control the rear defogger.

and pressed together control channel 6 output.

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wwhhaatt iiss iinncclluuddeedd➤ A control module

➤ SST 2-way receiver/antenna

➤ One four-button transmitter

➤ A Stinger™ DoubleGuard® two-stage shock sensor

➤ A Revenger™ Soft Chirp™ six-tone programmable siren

➤ A blue status LED indicator light

➤ A push-button Valet switch

➤ Your warranty registration

➤ A shut-down toggle switch

iimmppoorrttaanntt iinnffoorrmmaattiioonnCongratulations on the purchase of your combination remote

start alarm system. Due to the complexity of this system, it must

be installed by an authorized dealer only. Installation of this

product by anyone other than an authorized dealer voids the

warranty. All dealers are provided with a preprinted dealer certifi-

cate to verify authorization.

By carefully reading this Owner's Guide prior to using your

system, you will maximize the use of this system and its features.

You can print additional or replacement copies of this manual by

accessing our web site at www.directed.com.

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your warrantyYour warranty registration must be completely filled out and

returned within 10 days of purchase. Your product warranty

will not be validated if your warranty registration is not returned.

Make sure you receive the warranty registration from your dealer.

It is also necessary to keep your proof of purchase, which reflects

that the product was installed by an authorized dealer.

fcc/id noticeThis device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is

subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not

cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause

undesirable operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to

operate this device.

IIVVUU,, IInn vveehhiiccllee rreecceeiivveerr uunniitt

To satisfy FCC RF exposure compliance the device and its

antenna must maintain a separation distance of 20 cm or more

from a person’s body, except for the hand and wrists, to satisfy

RF exposure compliance.

HHHHUU,, hhaanndd hheelldd uunniitt

To satisfy FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this

device should be used in hand-held, hand operated

configurations only. The device and its antenna must maintain

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a separation distance of 20 cm or more from the person’s body,

except for the hand and wrists, to satisfy RF exposure compli-

ance. This device is designed to be used in a person’s hands and

its operating configurations do not support normal transmis-

sions while it is carried in pockets or holsters next to a persons’

body.

cautionThis product is designed for fuel injected, automatic transmis-

sion vehicles only. Use of this product in a standard transmission

vehicle is dangerous and contrary the product's intended use.

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rreemmoottee ccoonnttrrooll ddiiaaggrraamm

note:The Program button is located on the back ofthe remote.

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ssttaannddaarrdd rreemmoottee ccoonnffiigguurraattiioonn1. Auxiliary Channel Out

2. Receive Indicator

3. Signal Indicator

4. Transmit Indicator

5. Lock Status Indicator

6. Unlock Status Indicator

7. Arming Status Indicator

8. Disarming Status Indicator

9. Door Switch Input Indicator

10. Warn Away® Response Indicator

11. Siren Status Indicator

12. Battery Level Indicator

13. Trigger Response Indicator

14. Hood Switch Input Indicator

15. Ignition Switch Input Indicator

16. Sensor Response Indicator

17. Sensor 1 Indicator—Full Trigger and Warn Away®

18. Sensor 2 Indicator—Full Trigger and Warn Away®

19. Trunk Switch Input Indicator

20. Vibrate Mode Indicator

21. Remote Start Indicator

22. Disarm Button

23. Remote Start Button

24. Auxiliary Button

25. Arm Button

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ssyysstteemm mmaaiinntteennaanncceeThis system needs no specific maintenance beyond remote

control battery replacement. The remote is powered by a 1.5V

AAA battery.

The Battery Level indicator has four level indicators that serve as

a visual indication of battery charge. When the battery reaches a

low charge level that requires replacement, the remote control

will generate a single notification chirp, and the Battery Level

indicator will flash continuously.

Battery Replacement

Gently pull the end of the battery door away from the top of the

remote control then slide the door up to expose the battery and

remove the expired battery. Place the new battery into the remote

control observing the correct polarity. When power is returned

the remote control will light all icons in the LCD and generate all

beeper tones once.

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ttrraannssmmiitttteerr ffuunnccttiioonnssThe receiver uses a computer-based Learn Routine to learn the

transmitter buttons. This makes it possible to assign any remote

transmitter button to any receiver function. The transmitter

initially comes programmed with Standard Configuration, but

may also be customized by an authorized dealer. The buttons in

all of the instructions in this manual correspond to a Standard

Configuration transmitter.

standard configurationButton

The arming function is controlled by pressing this button for one

second. Pressing and holding this button for more than 3 seconds

will trigger the panic mode.

Button

The disarming function is controlled by pressing this button for

one second. Pressing this button during panic mode will turn off

the panic mode.

Button

Silent Mode™ and an optional auxiliary function are controlled

by this button. (Silent Mode works by pressing this button for

less than one second before arming or disarming. An optional

auxiliary function, such as trunk release, can be controlled by

pressing this button for 1.5 seconds.)

The auxiliary output controls __________________________.

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Button

The remote start feature is turned On/Off by pressing this button

twice.

and Buttons

The remote start timer mode function of the system is controlled

by pressing these buttons simultaneously.

and Buttons

The Turbo/Short Run feature is controlled by these buttons (refer

to the Turbo/Short Run section for additional details).

and Buttons

An optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that

you have added to your system can be activated by pressing these

buttons simultaneously.

The auxiliary output controls __________________________.

and Buttons

An optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that

you have added to your system can be activated by pressing these

buttons simultaneously.

The auxiliary output controls __________________________.

and and Buttons

When simultaneously pressed these buttons control the rear

window defogger during remote starting.

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and Buttons

An optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that

you have added to your system can be activated by pressing these

buttons simultaneously.

The auxiliary output controls __________________________.

standard icon configurationsIcon

The transmit icon will be displayed while the remote control is

transmitting a command to the vehicle.

Icon

The receive icon will be displayed while the remote control is

receiving a page from the vehicle.

Icon

The signal icon will be displayed if a command is transmitted to

the vehicle but a command page is not received.

Icon

The armed status icon will be displayed when the system is locked

and armed.

Icon

The disarmed status icon will be displayed when the system is

unlocked and disarmed.

Icon

The disarm icon will flash while the system is disarming.

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Icon

The arm icon will flash while the system is arming.

Icon

The door icon will be displayed to indicate that a door is open

when arming the system (Bypass Notification) or opened when

the system is armed (Tamper Alert).

Icon

The warn icon will be displayed if the Warn Away® response has

been triggered while the system is armed.

Icon

The siren icon will be displayed as an indicator that the siren is

sounding.

Icon

The alarm icon will be displayed if the system has been violated,

and will continue to be displayed until the 60-second siren cycle

is complete.

Icon

The vibrate icon will be displayed when the Vibrate Mode is on.

Icon

The battery level icon is always displayed as an indicator of

Battery charge.

Icon

The start icon will be displayed while the vehicle is remote started.

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Icon

The trunk icon will be displayed to indicate that the trunk is

open when arming the system (Bypass Notification) or opened

when the system is armed (Tamper Alert).

Icon

The Sensor 1 icon will be displayed if the Dual-Stage shock sensor

has been triggered as a full-triggered or Warn Away® sequence.

Icon

The Sensor 2 icon will be displayed if an additional Dual-Stage

sensor has been triggered as a full-triggered or Warn Away®

sequence.

Icon

The hammer icon will flash when either Sensor 1 or 2 has been

triggered as either a Warn Away® response or triggered sequence.

Icon

The ignition icon will be displayed to indicate that the ignition is

on when arming the system (Bypass Notification) or turned on

when the system is armed (Tamper Alert).

Icon

The hood icon will be displayed to indicate that the hood is open

when arming the system or (Bypass Notification) opened when

the system is armed (Tamper Alert).

note: If Page Mode has been turned off, the start icon willremain when performing key take over until a button onthe transmitter has been pressed.

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Number Icons

When either of the channel 2, 4 or 5 outputs is activated the

appropriate icon will be displayed for five seconds.

rreemmoottee ooppeerraattiioonn aanndd pprrooggrraamm--mmiinngg iinnssttrruuccttiioonnss

The remote start system operates at 434 MHz and incorporates

Directed’s proprietary XHF2 out-board Responder Technology remote

control. The high frequency combined with Binary Data communica-

tion achieves superior range with two-way communication.

system signal paging featuresA page is the signal the control module sends to the remote control

as confirmation of receipt of a command or alarm system status.

When the remote control receives a page it will generate a page

notification to the user (notifications are audible beeps or remote

vibration) and the LCD Icons will display the current system status.

Command Page

When a command (arm/disarm, remote start, or auxiliary

channel) from the remote control is sent and received, the system

will send a command page back to confirm receipt.

note: When the system is in Valet mode, the remote con-trol will show the lock (5) and unlock (6) icons, but willnot generate a command page.

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Alarm Page

If the alarm system is triggered while armed, an Alarm Page will

be sent to the remote control. After receipt of an Alarm Page, the

LCD icons will display the alarm system status information and

the remote control will generate Alarm Page alerts.

An Alarm Page alert is a single beep or vibration from the remote

control every 60 seconds to alert the user that the alarm system

was triggered and will continue until the alarm page is cleared.

Page Recognition Mode

The remote control will leave a zone icon illuminated when it has

received a triggered response and will wait for you to recognize

the violation. Press any button on the remote control, the LCD

information and Alarm Page alerts will be cleared.

note: The remote control buttons will not send a com-mand to the system until the alarm page is cleared.

note: If the transmitter is paged with an Alarm Page andthe WarnAway® is triggered before the Alarm Page isrelieved the transmitter will report the WarnAway® onlyuntil the system is disarmed.

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programmable remote control featuresTo enter programming mode

Press the Program button on the back of the remote or hold the

four remote control buttons on the front of the remote simultane-

ously until one long beep is heard. Programming Mode has now

been entered.

Page Notification

The remote control can be programmed to notify the user of a

page by audibly beeping or remote vibration.

Beep Mode

Beep Mode includes alarm arm/disarm diagnostic beeps and

distinctive two-tone remote start beeps.

Vibrate Mode

Vibrate Mode makes page notification silent but does not include

diagnostic information or distinctive remote start notification.

Illumination

Illumination for the LCD display can be programmed on or off.

When programmed on the LCD will illuminate every time the

remote control receives a page or transmits a command.

Programming illumination on will decrease the life expectancy of

the battery.

Beep/Vibrate Mode

Within five seconds of entering Programming Mode, press .

The remote control will beep once for on, twice for off. The

vibrate icon (13) will also turn on/off with each press.

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Illumination On/Off

Within five seconds of entering Programming Mode, press .

The remote will beep once for on, twice for off and the light will

turn on/off with each press.

Page Mode On/Off

After entering Programming Mode, press within five

seconds to toggle on and off. When the Page Mode is on, the

remote control will wake up periodically to check for messages

from the security module. It will also wake up when any button

is pushed. When Page Mode is off, the remote control “sleeps”

until a button is pushed, extending the life of the battery.

To Exit Programming Mode

To exit Programming Mode, take no action for five seconds. The

remote control will generate two beeps to indicate programming

mode has been exited.

uussiinngg yyoouurr ssyysstteemm warning! safety firstThe following safety warnings must be observed at all times:

➤ Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this

product must only be performed by an authorized Directed

dealer.

➤ When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via

a command signal from the remote control transmitter.

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Therefore, never operate the system in an enclosed area or

partially enclosed area without ventilation (such as a garage).

When parking in an enclosed or partially enclosed area or

when having the vehicle serviced, the remote start system

must be disabled using the installed toggle switch. It is the

user's sole responsibility to properly handle and keep out of

reach from children all remote control transmitters to assure

that the system does not unintentionally remote start the

vehicle. TTHHEE UUSSEERR MMUUSSTT IINNSSTTAALLLL AA CCAARRBBOONN

MMOONNOOXXIIDDEE DDEETTEECCTTOORR IINN OORR AABBOOUUTT TTHHEE

LLIIVVIINNGG AARREEAA AADDJJAACCEENNTT TTOO TTHHEE VVEEHHIICCLLEE.. AALLLL

DDOOOORRSS LLEEAADDIINNGG FFRROOMM AADDJJAACCEENNTT LLIIVVIINNGG AARREEAASS

TTOO TTHHEE EENNCCLLOOSSEEDD OORR PPAARRTTIIAALLLLYY EENNCCLLOOSSEEDD

VVEEHHIICCLLEE SSTTOORRAAGGEE AARREEAA MMUUSSTT AATT AALLLL TTIIMMEESS

RREEMMAAIINN CCLLOOSSEEDD.. These precautions are the sole respon-

sibility of the user.

➤ Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended

mode of operation may result in property damage, personal

injury, or death. (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with the

vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with

the keys in the ignition. The user must also have the neutral

safety feature of the vehicle periodically checked, wherein the

vehicle must not remotely start while the car is in gear. This

testing should be performed by an authorized Directed dealer

in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in the product

installation guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease remote

start operation immediately and consult with the authorized

Directed dealer to fix the problem.

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➤ After the remote start module has been installed, contact

your authorized dealer to have him or her test the remote

start module by performing the Safety Check outlined in the

product installation guide. If the vehicle starts when

performing the Neutral Safety Shutdown Circuit test, the

remote start unit has not been properly installed. The remote

start module must be removed or the installer must properly

reinstall the remote start system so that the vehicle does not

start in gear. All installations must be performed by an autho-

rized Directed dealer. OOPPEERRAATTIIOONN OOFF TTHHEE RREEMMOOTTEE

SSTTAARRTT MMOODDUULLEE IIFF TTHHEE VVEEHHIICCLLEE SSTTAARRTTSS IINN GGEEAARR

IISS CCOONNTTRRAARRYY TTOO IITTSS IINNTTEENNDDEEDD MMOODDEE OOFF OOPPEERR--

AATTIIOONN.. OOPPEERRAATTIINNGG TTHHEE RREEMMOOTTEE SSTTAARRTT SSYYSSTTEEMM

UUNNDDEERR TTHHEESSEE CCOONNDDIITTIIOONNSS MMAAYY RREESSUULLTT IINN

PPRROOPPEERRTTYY DDAAMMAAGGEE OORR PPEERRSSOONNAALL IINNJJUURRYY.. YYOOUU

MMUUSSTT IIMMMMEEDDIIAATTEELLYY CCEEAASSEE TTHHEE UUSSEE OOFF TTHHEE

UUNNIITT AANNDD SSEEEEKK TTHHEE AASSSSIISSTTAANNCCEE OOFF AANN AAUUTTHHOO--

RRIIZZEEDD DDIIRREECCTTEEDD DDEEAALLEERR TTOO RREEPPAAIIRR OORR

DDIISSCCOONNNNEECCTT TTHHEE IINNSSTTAALLLLEEDD RREEMMOOTTEE SSTTAARRTT

MMOODDUULLEE.. DDIIRREECCTTEEDD WWIILLLL NNOOTT BBEE HHEELLDD

RREESSPPOONNSSIIBBLLEE OORR PPAAYY FFOORR IINNSSTTAALLLLAATTIIOONN OORR

RREEIINNSSTTAALLLLAATTIIOONN CCOOSSTTSS..

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active armingYou can arm the system by pressing of your transmitter for

one second. When the system arms, you will hear a short siren

sound, or chirp, and see the parking lights flash once. If the

power door locks are controlled by the system, the doors will also

lock. While the system is armed, the status LED will flash

approximately once per second, indicating that the system is

actively protecting your vehicle. If you hear a second chirp after

arming and note that the status LED is flashing in groups, see the

Diagnostics Section of this guide. This extra chirp is called Bypass

Notification.

passive armingThe system can be programmed to arm itself automatically (called

passive arming). If the system is programmed for passive arming, it

will automatically arm 30 seconds after the ignition is turned off

and the system detects that you have left the vehicle by opening and

closing a door. Whenever the system is in its 30-second passive

arming countdown, the status LED will flash twice as fast as it does

when the system is armed. At the 20-second point of the count-

down, the siren will chirp to indicate that the system is about to

arm. At the 30-second point, the parking lights will flash to indicate

that the system is armed.

note: If any protected entry point (such as a door or aswitch-protected trunk or hood) is open, the system willnot passively arm (unless forced passive arming is pro-grammed on. See Programming Options section).

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When armed your vehicle is protected as follows:

➤ Light impacts trigger the Warn Away® signal. When trig-

gered, the siren chirps and the parking lights flash for a few

seconds.

➤ Heavy impacts trip a Triggered Sequence. The sequence

consists of the siren sounding continuously and the parking

lights flashing for a pre-programmed period, which can range

in duration from 1 to 180 seconds.

➤ If a door is opened, the system will immediately start

chirping the siren and flashing the parking lights. Three

seconds later, the siren output changes to a continuous blast.

This progressive response gives you time to disarm the system

with your transmitter if you inadvertently open the door

while the system is armed, while still providing instant re-

sponse (even if the door is immediately closed).

➤ Turning on the ignition key will trip the same progressive re-

sponse as opening a door.

➤ The optional starter kill prevents the vehicle’s starter from

cranking.

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multi-level security armingMulti-Level Security Arming allows you to select which of the

system's inputs or sensors will be active and which will be

bypassed when the system is armed. (See Table of Zones section of

this guide.) Pressing (only in Standard Configuration) again

within five seconds of arming the system will activate the Multi-

Level Security feature. Each time is pressed again, a different

security level is selected. The different security levels are selected

as follows:

➤ Press once: The siren chirps once. The system is armed.

➤ Press a second time within five seconds: The siren chirps

twice followed by a long chirp. Zone 2 is now bypassed.

➤ Press a third time within five seconds: The siren chirps

three times followed by a long chirp. Zone 4 is now bypassed.

➤ Press a fourth time within five seconds: The siren chirps

four times followed by a long chirp. Zones 2 and 4 are now

bypassed.

➤ Press a fifth time within five seconds: The siren chirps

five times followed by a long chirp. All input zones, except

the ignition, are now bypassed.

note: Multi-Level Security Arming only applies to a sin-gle arming cycle. Once the system is disarmed and thenre-armed, all the zones will be active again.

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arming while drivingYour security system can be armed while driving the vehicle!

Simply press on the transmitter for two seconds while the

vehicle is running. The siren will chirp once to indicate that the

security system is armed, and then once more to indicate that the

ignition is on. The system will not respond to any input except

the door triggers, and the starter kill relay (if installed) will not be

activated. Once you have arrived at your destination, the system

will disarm when the ignition is turned off. The siren will chirp

twice and the LED will then stop flashing. The system can also

be disarmed at any time by pressing ..

disarmingTo disarm the security system, press . You will hear two

chirps, and the parking lights will flash twice. If the power locks

are controlled by the system, the doors will also unlock. The siren

chirping either four or five times when disarming indicates

Tamper Alert, which is described in the Diagnostics Section of

this guide.

high security disarmThis security system offers High Security Disarm. High Security

Disarm is a feature that makes it possible to silence and reset the

system while it is triggering, without disarming the system. If the

system is triggered and the siren has been sounding for longer

than six seconds, pressing on the remote transmitter will

stop the trigger and return the unit to the armed state. The

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system will not disarm, but rather reset. This prevents you from

disabling the system should you wish to disarm it without visu-

ally checking the vehicle. Pressing after resetting the system

will disarm the system; pressing this button during the first six

seconds of the triggered sequence will disarm the security system

immediately. The six second timer is provided for your conve-

nience, in case the system is accidentally triggered.

disarming without a transmitterIf your remote transmitter is lost or damaged, you can manually

disarm your vehicle security system. To disarm the system

without a transmitter, you must have the vehicle's ignition key

and know where the Valet button is located. Be sure to check

with your installer at the time of installation for both the location

and the preset response (1-5 presses) of the Valet button.

To disarm the security system,

turn the ignition to the ON posi-

tion. Press the Valet button the

preset number of times (one to

five times) within 15 seconds.

After five seconds, the system will

disarm. If the system does not

disarm, you may have waited too

long; turn the ignition off and on

and try again.

Location of Valet Button_________________________________

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Number of Presses_____________________________________

silent modeTo temporarily turn off the arm or disarm chirps, use Silent

Mode™. Simply press for less than one second before

arming or disarming, and the confirmation chirp(s) will be elim-

inated for that one operation only. If you want the arm/disarm

chirps turned off permanently, your dealer can do this for you.

panic modeIf you are threatened in or near your vehicle, you can attract

attention by triggering the system with your transmitter. Just

press for two seconds, and you will enter Panic Mode. The

siren will sound and the parking lights will flash for the

programmed siren duration. To stop Panic Mode at any time,

press on the remote transmitter again.

note: The Warn Away® response to lighter impacts isbypassed if the system is armed using Silent Mode. Thisensures that no chirps will be emitted by the siren in anarea you want chirp-free. The system is still fully capableof triggering. Only the Warn Away® response isbypassed.

important! The Valet button can be programmed torespond to 1-5 presses for the disarm function. You mustcheck with the installer to verify the programming foryour individual unit.

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valet modeYou can prevent your security system from automatically arming

and triggering by using Valet Mode. This is very useful when

washing the vehicle or having it serviced. In Valet Mode, the

security system will not arm, even with the remote transmitter,

but all convenience functions (door locks, trunk release, etc.)

will continue to work normally.

To enter or exit Valet Mode:

1. Turn the ignition on.

2. Turn the ignition off.

3. Press and release the Valet

button within 10 seconds.

The status LED will light solidly if you are entering Valet Mode,

and it will go out if you are exiting Valet Mode.

To enter or exit Valet Mode using the transmitter:

1. Open any vehicle door.

2. Press .

3. Press .

4. Press again.

The status LED will light solidly if you are entering Valet Mode,

and it will go out if you are exiting Valet Mode.

remote startThis feature allows you to remotely start and run your vehicle for

a programmable period of time. This makes it possible to warm

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up the engine, as well as adjust the interior temperature of the

vehicle with the climate control system. If interior heating or

cooling is desired, the climate controls must be preset, and the

fan blower must be set to the desired level prior to remote

starting the vehicle.

To remote start the vehicle:

1. Press on the transmitter twice within 3 seconds.

2. The parking lights will flash to confirm that the vehicle will

attempt to start.

3. In gasoline vehicles, the engine will start 4 seconds after the

parking lights flash. In diesel vehicles, the engine will start

when the WAIT-TO-START indicator on the vehicle's dash

goes out or the programmed delay has ended or the

programmed delay has ended.

4. Once the vehicle has started, it will run for the pre-program-

med period of time (either 12, 24, or 60 minutes - see

Programming Options section of this guide) or until a shut-

down input is triggered.

iimmppoorrttaanntt!! It is unsafe to operate a vehicle’s motor in agarage or other closed off area. Breathing the exhaustfrom the vehicle is hazardous to your health. Never acti-vate the remote start in an enclosed space.

iimmppoorrttaanntt!! (1) Never remote start your vehicle when thekeys are in the ignition, except when performing ValetTake-Over, and (2) Never start the vehicle if it is not ineither PARK or NEUTRAL.

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When you are ready to drive the vehicle:

1. Insert the ignition key and turn

it to the ON (not the START)

position.

2. Press the brake pedal.

While the vehicle is running during remote start operation, the

system will monitor the vehicle and will automatically shut

down the engine if the system receives any of the following shut-

down inputs:

➤ The brake pedal is pressed.

➤ The hood is opened.

➤ The shutdown toggle switch is put into the OFF position.

➤ The pre-programmed run time (12, 24, or 60 minutes) has

elapsed.

➤ Transmitter button is pressed again to start the vehicle.

valet take-overThe Valet Take-Over feature allows the vehicle to remain

running after the key has been removed from the ignition. This

feature is useful for occasions when you wish to exit and lock the

vehicle for short periods of time, but would like to leave the

motor running and the climate controls on.

note: If the brake pedal is pressed before the key is in theON position, the engine will shut down.

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To perform Valet Take-Over:

1. Before turning off the engine, press and release on the

transmitter twice within 3 seconds. Then wait five seconds.

2. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. (The engine will

stay running.)

3. The engine will run until the pre-programmed time elapses

or a shut-down input is received. (See the previous Remote

Start section for a complete list of shut-down inputs.)

short-run/turboShort run turbo mode keeps the engine running after arriving at

you destination for a programmable period of 1, 3, 5 or 10

minutes. This allows the system’s timer to conveniently cool

down the turbo after you have left the vehicle.

To activate:

1. Park the vehicle and set parking brake.

2. Remove your foot from the brake pedal and leave the

engine running.

3. Press and release the and buttons at the same

time.

4. The lights will flash to indicate the remote start has entered

short run turbo mode.

note: This feature will not work if the brake pedal isbeing pressed.

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5. Turn off the key, the engine will keep running.

6. Exit and secure the vehicle.

7. The engine will turn off after the programmed run time.

timer mode

By pressing the remote and buttons the parking

lights will flash 4 times and then start the vehicle and run for the

set duration. The remote start can be shut off by the transmitter

by pressing the remote start button and remain in timer

mode, but if any other shut down zones or the ignition becomes

active the timer mode will cancel.

1. Press Timer mode buttons.

2. The vehicle will confirm with 4 parking light flashes.

3. A 1-second delay will start.

4. The system will start the car and will run for the specified

duration, unless shut down by the remote start button . If

shut down with the remote start button the

system will remain in timer mode.

5. The system will start every 3 hours until canceled by the

brake, hood, or neutral safety shut-down wires.

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To exit timer mode, turn the ignition switch on any time the

engine is running. The parking lights will flash 4 times, indi-

cating timer mode has been exited.

If the system is set up to start in temperature mode, the vehicle

will start at the specified elapsed time but only if the temperature

is less than 0 degrees Fahrenheit.

rear defoggerTo turn the rear defogger output OFF:

1. Simultaneously press & release the + +

buttons on the remote control.

2. The lights will flash 2 times.

3. The rear defogger output will no longer activate when the

vehicle is remote started.

To turn the rear defogger output ON:

1. Simultaneously press & release the + +

buttons on the remote control.

nnoottee:: If the remote start is on the parking lights will turnoff then flash 2-times before returning to their normaloutput and the defogger output, if active, will cease.

note: The low temperature start operation will automat-ically exit after 18 hours..

important!! Timer Mode should be used only inopen areas. Never start and run the vehicle in anenclosed space such as a garage or carport.

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2. The lights will flash 3 times.

3. The rear defogger output will once again activate when the

vehicle is remote started.

ssaaffeettyy ffeeaattuurreessThis system has several important safety features to ensure

proper operation of the motor and prevent accidental damage to

the engine or its components.

starter anti-grind circuitryWhenever the vehicle is remote started, advanced anti-grind

circuitry prevents the starter from engaging, even if the key is

turned to the start position. This prevents damage to the starter

motor if the key is turned to the start position during remote

start operation.

note: Anti-grind circuitry only works when the remotestart system is operating the motor and the Failsafe®Starter Kill relay is installed.

nnoottee:: If the remote start is on the lights will turn offthen flash 3-times before returning to their normaloutput and the defogger output will activate asprogrammed..

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disabling the remote start systemThis feature allows your system's remote start unit to be

temporarily disabled to prevent the vehicle from being remote

started accidentally. This feature is useful if the vehicle is being

serviced or stored in an enclosed area. To disable the remote

start, move the shutdown toggle switch to the OFF position.

The switch can be installed in a location of your choice. Check

with your installer for recommended locations.

Location of Shutdown Switch____________________________

over and under rev protectionThe system monitors the engine speed and will automatically

shut the engine off if the RPMs rise above or fall below the

programmed levels. This feature prevents damage to the motor

due to fuel delivery system failures or other problems which may

cause the engine to race.

note: The system uses a wire connected to the vehicle tosense engine speed. This wire must be connected in orderfor over and under rev protection to work.

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shut down inputsThis security system uses several inputs to shut down the remote

start operation of the motor or prevent remote start if certain

inputs are active. The two most important are hood and brake

inputs. The hood input will prevent the motor from starting, as

well as shut it down, any time the hood is opened. The brake

pedal will shut down the motor at any time during remote start

operation, as well as preventing the remote start from activating

while it is being pressed.

nuisance prevention circuitryYour system has Directed’s Nuisance Prevention® Circuitry

(NPC). It prevents annoying repetitive trigger sequences due to

faulty door pin switches or environmental conditions such as

thunder, jackhammers, airport noise, etc.

Example

If the alarm triggers three times within a 60-minute period and

each time the same sensor or switch triggers the alarm, NPC will

interpret those triggers as false alarms. After the third trigger,

NPC ignores, or bypasses, that sensor or switch (along with any

other sensors or switches sharing the same zone) for 60 minutes.

If the bypassed sensor tries to trigger the security system while it

is being bypassed, the 60-minute bypass period will start over.

This ensures that a sensor that is continually being triggered will

remain bypassed.

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The vehicle doors are protected by NPC differently. If your secu-

rity system is triggered by an open door for three full cycles, the

system will bypass the doors until the trigger ceases.

ddiiaaggnnoossttiiccssThe microprocessor at the heart of your system is constantly

monitoring all of the switches and sensors connected to it. It is

designed to detect any faulty switches and sensors and prevents

them from disabling the entire system. The microprocessor will

also record and report any triggers that occurred during your

absence. Refer to the System Status Chirps and Table of Zones

sections of this guide for diagnostic information.

arming diagnosticsIf the security system is armed at the same time that an input is

active (such as a door opening or sensor triggering), you will hear

one siren chirp to indicate arming and a second siren chirp to

indicate Bypass Notification. A Bypass Notification chirp means

that the security system ignores the input that was active when

the system was armed, until that input ceases. Three seconds

note: Arming and disarming the system does not resetthis function! The only ways to reset a bypassed zone arefor it to not trigger for 60 minutes, or to turn on the igni-tion. If testing your system, it is important to rememberthat the NPC programming can cause zones to bebypassed and appear to stop working. If five chirps areheard when disarming, NPC has been engaged. If youwish to clear the NPC memory, turn the ignition on.

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after that input ceases, the security system will resume normal

monitoring. For example, if your vehicle has an interior light

exit delay and you arm your security system before the interior

light turns off, you may hear a second Bypass Notification chirp.

Once the light turns off, however, the security system resumes

normal monitoring.

disarming diagnosticsExtra chirps that are heard when disarming the system are the

Tamper Alert. If four chirps are heard when disarming the

system, then the security system was triggered in your absence.

If five chirps are heard when disarming the system, a zone was

triggered so many times that the Nuisance Protection Circuitry™

has bypassed that zone. In either case, the status LED will indi-

cate which zone was involved (see Table of Zones section). The

security system will retain this information in its memory and

chirp four or five times each time it is disarmed, until the next

time that the ignition is turned on.

note: Bypass Notification does not occur when the sys-tem is in Silent Mode or if the notification chirps havebeen programmed off by the installer.

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system status chirpsThe siren will chirp when arming/disarming the system. The

pattern of chirps will audibly report the system’s status as

described below.

Action Number of Chirps Description

Arm 1 System armed

Arm 1 (3-second delay), 1 System armed with Bypass Notification

Disarm 2 System disarmed

Disarm 4 System disarmed with Tamper Alert

Disarm 5 System disarmed NPC active

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table of zonesA zone is represented by the number of LED flashes used by the

system to identify a particular type of input. Standard input

assignments are listed in the following table, along with spaces to

write in any optional sensors or switches that have been installed.

ZONE(Number of DEALER-INSTALLEDLED Flashes) DESCRIPTION OPTIONS

1 Instant trigger - hood pinswitch

2 Instant trigger - a heavier impactdetected by the shock sensor

3 Door switch trigger

4 Instant trigger - for optionalsensors

5 Ignition trigger

interpreting zone diagnosticsWarn Away responses are not reported by arming or disarming

diagnostics. If you receive a Bypass notification when arming or

a Tamper Alert notification when disarming, look at the LED.

Active or triggered zones will be indicated by a pattern of blinks

by the LED.

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Example

If zone 3 was active or triggered, the LED will blink three times

with a two-second pause. Then it will blink three times again,

and repeat until the ignition is turned on.

ccooddee hhooppppiinnggThe receiver and transmitters use a mathematical formula called

an algorithm to change their code each time the transmitter is

used. This technology has been developed to increase the secu-

rity of the unit. The control unit knows what the next codes should

be. This helps to keep the transmitter “in sync” with the control

unit even if you use the remote control out of range of the

vehicle. However, if the remote has been pressed many times out

of range of the vehicle, or the battery has been removed, it may fall

out of sync with the control unit and fail to operate the system.

To re-sync the remote simply press several times within

range of the vehicle. The alarm will automatically re-sync and

respond to the transmitters normally.

note: Your system stores the last two triggered zones inmemory. If your system has been triggered but the LEDhas been reset by turning on the ignition, your dealer canstill recall the last two zones that were triggered. Contactyour dealer for details.

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hhiigghh ffrreeqquueennccyyYour system transmits and receives at 434 MHz. This provides a

cleaner spectrum with less interference and a more stable signal.

Enjoy a phenomenal increase in range, even in areas with high

radio interference.

oowwnneerr rreeccooggnniittiioonn Owner Recognition is a revolutionary new feature available only

from Directed. Using a Directed Bitwriter®, hand-held program-

ming tool, your dealer can program many of the system settings.

The programmer makes it possible to program different settings

for each transmitter that is used with the system. Then, whenev-

er a specific transmitter is used, the system will recall the settings

assigned to that transmitter. Owner Recognition lets up to four

users of the system have different settings that meet their specific

needs. It is almost like having four separate alarms in your

vehicle, one for each user.

note: Owner Recognition cannot be programmed with-out a Bitwriter and the necessary software. Check withyour dealer for more information.

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rraappiidd rreessuummee llooggiiccThis Directed system will store its current state to non-volatile

memory. If power is lost and then reconnected the system will

recall the stored state from memory. This means if the unit is in

Valet Mode and the battery is disconnected for any reason, such

as servicing the car, when the battery is reconnected the unit will

still be in Valet Mode. This applies to all states of the system

including arm, disarm, and Valet Mode.

ppoowweerr ssaavveerr mmooddee Your system will automatically enter Power Saver Mode while

armed or in Valet Mode, after a period of time in which no oper-

ation has been performed. This lowers the current draw on the

vehicle's battery. Power Saver Mode takes over under the

following conditions:

➤ Power Saver when the system is armed: After the system has

been armed for 24 hours the LED will flash at half its

normal rate, decreasing the system's current draw.

➤ Power Saver in Valet Mode: When the system enters Valet

Mode the LED illuminates steadily. If the vehicle is not used

(ignition is not turned on) for a one hour period while the

system is in Valet Mode, the LED will shut off. If the system

remains in Valet Mode, the LED will come back on the next

time the ignition is turned on and then back off.

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pprrooggrraammmmiinngg rreemmoottee ccoonnttrrooll ffeeaattuurreess

To enter programming modePress the Program button on the back of the remote or hold the four

remote control buttons on the front of the remote simultaneously until

one long beep is heard. Programming Mode has now been entered.

To exit programming modeIf no action is taken by the user within 5-seconds (button

pressed), programming mode will be exited.

Page notification (Beep or Vibrate)Use to toggle selections between Beep mode or Vibrate

mode.

Illumination (On or Off)Use to toggle selections between LCD backlight illumina-

tion On/Off.

Sensor icon selection (hood/trunk)Use to toggle display selections between hood only (1

beep), trunk only (2 beeps), or hood and trunk (3 beeps) on the

LCD display. The installer will have set the remote up to

correctly display the installation (hood pin only, trunk pin only,

or hood and trunk pin installed).

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Page mode (On/Off)Press to toggle Page mode on and off. When Page Mode is

on, the remote control will wake up periodically to check for

messages from the security module. It will also wake up when

any button on the remote is pushed. When Page Mode is off, the

remote control “sleeps” until a button on the remote is pushed,

extending the life of the battery.

pprrooggrraammmmiinngg ooppttiioonnssProgramming options control your system's normal, operational

set-up. Most options do not require additional parts, but some

may require installation labor.

The following is a list of the programmable options, with the

factory settings in Bold.

➤ AAccttiivvee arming (transmitter only) or passive arming (auto-

matic arming 30 seconds after the last door has been closed).

➤ Arming/disarming siren chirps oonn or off.

➤ The ignition controlled door lock feature oonn or off: When

this feature is programmed on, the doors will lock three

seconds after the ignition is turned on, and unlock when the

ignition is turned off. If your installer is programming the

security system with the Directed Bitwriter, ignition lock

note: When page mode is Off, Warn Aways® and alarmswill not be displayed or notified on the remote until abutton on the remote has been pressed.

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and unlock are independent features that can be

programmed separately.

➤ Passive door locking (with passive arming) or aaccttiivvee ddoooorr

lloocckkiinngg (only when arming with the transmitter). Passive

locking allows the vehicle's doors to lock when the security

system passively arms (after the 30-second countdown). This

feature only works if passive arming has been programmed.

➤ Panic mode eennaabblleedd/disabled when the ignition is turned on.

(Some states have laws against sirens sounding in moving cars.)

➤ Forced passive arming oonn or off. If your security system is

programmed for passive arming and the forced passive

arming feature has been programmed on, the system will

passively arm after one hour, even if a protected entry has

been left open. Forced passive arming ensures that the system

will be armed if a door has accidentally been left ajar when

leaving the vehicle.

➤ Full trigger response 3300 or 60 seconds: This determines how

long the full triggered sequence lasts. Some states have laws

regulating how long a security system can sound before it is

considered a nuisance. If your installer is programming the

security system with the Directed Bitwriter®, the full trig-

gered response can be programmed for any duration ranging

note: When the system passively arms after one hour, theentry point that has been left open, and anything con-nected to the same zone, is bypassed and cannot triggerthe system. However, the remaining inputs to the systemare fully operational.

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from 1 to 180 seconds.

➤ Automatic Engine Disable (AED) on or ooffff. The purpose of

this feature is to protect the vehicle from being stolen at all

times, regardless of whether or not the alarm is armed. If

AED is programmed on, the starter of the vehicle will be

disabled 30 seconds after the ignition is turned off. Once the

key is turned off, the LED will flash slowly (one-half its

normal armed rate) to indicate the AED arming cycle.

Thirty seconds later, the starter will be disabled. To start the

car, it will be necessary to disarm the system with the trans-

mitter. It is also possible to disarm the AED feature by

turning the ignition key to the RUN position and pressing

the Valet button the programmed number of times. AED is

also disabled when the system is in Valet mode.

➤ Siren tones and chirp volume. The output of the Revenger™

Soft Chirp™ siren consists of six different tones in sequence.

Any of these tones can be eliminated by a dealer, resulting in a

unique, easily identifiable siren sound. The chirps can be either

full volume or 66 ddeecciibbeellss qquuiieetteerr than the full alarm blast.

➤ 12, 24, or 60 minute run time. your system can be

programmed to allow the vehicle to run for 12, 24, or 60

minutes when remote started. Can be set up to minute

increments by your installer.

➤ 3, 6, 9, or 12 minute timer mode run time. Your system can

note: This feature will only function if the FailSafe®

Starter Kill relay has been installed.

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be programmed to allow the vehicle to run for 3, 6, 9, or 12

minutes when remote started in timer mode. Can be set up

to 16 minutes by your installer.

➤ While the remote start system is running the engine, the

parking lights of the vehicle can flash on and off or come on

and light steadily.

➤ Comfort closure is a programming option which closes the

vehicle’s windows after remote locking.

sseeccuurriittyy && ccoonnvveenniieennccee eexxppaannssiioonnssListed below are some of the many expansion options available.

Please consult your dealer for a complete explanation of all the

options available to you.

Audio Sensor: Metal on glass, glass cracking, and breaking

glass produce distinctive acoustic signatures. The 506T audio

sensor uses a microphone to pick up sounds, then analyzes them

with proprietary acoustic software to determine if the glass has

been struck.

Backup Battery: The 520T keeps the system armed, triggers

the alarm and keeps the starter interrupt active if main

battery is disconnected.

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Hood Lock: Prevents the vehicle’s hood from being opened

without a key, keeping thieves away from the system’s siren, the

battery connections, and other components under the hood.

Field Disturbance Sensor: An invisible dome of coverage is estab-

lished by installing the 508D “radar” sensor. Your system can react

to any intrusions into this field with the full triggered sequence.

Power Locks: This system offers lock outputs that can control

some manufacturers' power door lock systems. For other

systems, additional parts may be required.

Power Trunk Release: The accessory output of the system can op-

erate a factory power release for the vehicle’s trunk or hatch.

Although the on-board relay can control most power trunk re-

leases, sometimes an optional relay is required. If the factory

release is not power-activated, Directed®'s 522T trunk release

solenoid can often be added.

Power Window Control: Automatic power window control is pro-

vided with the 529T and 530T systems. These can operate

power windows, and can roll them up automatically when the

system is armed, roll them down, or both up and down.

Mobile Video: This system is compatible with Directed Video’s

MCB1000 Multi-Channel Controller, featuring on-screen secu-

rity system programming and zone trigger information.

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gglloossssaarryy ooff tteerrmmssControl Unit: The “brain” of your system. Usually hidden under-

neath the dash area of the vehicle. The control unit houses the

microprocessor which monitors your vehicle and controls all

system functions.

Fault-Proof Starter Interrupt: An automatic switch controlled by

your system that prevents the vehicle’s starter from cranking

whenever the system is armed. The vehicle is never prevented

from cranking when the system is disarmed, in Valet Mode, or if

the starter interrupt switch itself fails. Your system has feature-

ready circuitry for the starter interrupt, however installation may

require additional labor.

Input: A physical connection to the system. An input can be

provided by a sensor, pinswitch or by existing systems in the

vehicle, such as ignition or courtesy lights.

LED: A red light mounted at a discretionary location inside the

vehicle. It is used to indicate the status of your system.

Shock Sensor: This system has a dual zone shock sensor. This

sensor is mounted in the vehicle and designed to pick up impacts

to the vehicle or glass.

Transmitter: A hand-held, remote control which operates the

various functions of your system.

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Trigger or Triggered Sequence: This is what happens when the

alarm “goes off ” or “trips.” The triggered sequence of your

system consists of the siren sounding and parking lights flashing

for the programmed duration.

Valet Button: A small push-button switch mounted at a discre-

tionary location inside the vehicle. It is used to override the

starter interrupt when a transmitter is lost or damaged, or to

enter or exit Valet Mode.

Warning Zone Response: Lighter impacts to the vehicle will

generate the Warning Zone response. It consists of several

seconds of siren chirps and parking light flashes.

Zone: A zone is a separate input that the alarm can recognize as

unique. Each input to the system is connected to a particular

zone. Often two or more inputs may share the same zone.

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Quick Reference GuideArming■ To arm, press . When the system arms, you will hear a short chirp, and

the parking lights will flash once.

Arming while driving■ To arm the system while driving, press on your transmitter while the

vehicle is running. The system will chirp once and then once more to indi-cate that the ignition is on.

Disarming■ To disarm, press . You will hear two chirps, and the parking lights will

flash twice.

High security disarm■ For high security disarm, press on your transmitter and the siren will stop

sounding. To completely disarm the security system, press again and thesystem will chirp 4 or 5 times (reporting the trigger).

Disarming without a transmitter■ Turn on the ignition. Press the Valet button within 15 seconds. The system

should now disarm. If it does not, you may have waited too long, so turn theignition off and on and try again.

Silent Mode™

■ Pressing briefly before arming or disarming will eliminate the confir-mation chirp(s) for that one operation only.

Panic Mode■ Press for 2 seconds, and you will enter Panic Mode. The siren will sound

and the parking lights will flash for 30 seconds. To stop Panic Mode at anytime, press on the transmitter again.

To remote start the vehicle■ Press and simultaneously. The parking lights will turn on (if

connected) and the vehicle will start and run for the programmed period oftime.

To disable the remote start system■ To disable the remote start, move the shutdown toggle switch to the OFF

position.

Location of Valet button_________________________________Number of Valet button pulses for disarming_______________

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Rear Window Defogger■ Press the , , and buttons simultaneously to turn the

defogger on or off when remote starting. When a remote start is initi-ated, the parking lights will flash 2-times if the defogger is set to off,and will flash 3-times if the defogger is set to on.

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The company behind this system is Directed Electronics

Since its inception, Directed Electronics has had one purpose, to provide consumers withthe finest vehicle security and car stereo products and accessories available. The recipient ofnearly 100 patents and Innovations Awards in the field of advanced electronictechnology, Directed is ISO 9001 registered.

Quality Directed Electronics products are sold and serviced throughout North Americaand around the world.

Call ((880000)) 227744--00220000 for more information about our products and services.

Vista, CA 92081www.directed.com

© 2006 Directed Electronics—All rights reservedG5301X 05-06

Directed Electronics is committed to delivering world class quality productsand services that excite and delight our customers.

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© 2006 Directed Electronics, Vista, CA N5301X 05-06

NOTE: This product is intended for installation by a professional installer only!Any attempt to install this product by any person other than a trained professionalmay result in severe damage to a vehicle’s electrical system and components.

Model 50.5XInstallation Guide

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2 © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved

Bitwriter®, Code Hopping™, Doubleguard®, ESP™, FailSafe®, Ghost Switch™, Learn Routine™, Nite-Lite®, Nuisance Prevention® Circuitry, Revenger®, Silent Mode™, Soft Chirp®, Stinger®, Valet®,Vehicle Recovery System®, VRS®, and Warn Away® are all Trademarks or Registered Trademarks ofDirected Electronics.

New Software Compatibility for103T Keypad

This unit now has software thatallows arming with entry delay whenused in conjunction with the optional103T Keypad. Refer to the 103TOwner’s Guide for details.

The Bitwriter® (p/n 998T)requires chip version 2.2 ornewer to program this unit.

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table of contentswhat is included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4warning! safety first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4installation points to remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

before beginning the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . 5after the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

deciding on component locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6locations for the siren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6locations for the control module . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6locations for stinger doubleguard shock sensor . . . 7mounting the antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7locations for valet/program switch . . . . . . . . . . . 8locations for the status LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

finding the wires you need . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9locations for the optional starter kill relay . . . . . . 9locations for the relay satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9obtaining constant 12V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9finding the 12V switched ignition wire . . . . . . . . 10finding the starter wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10finding the tachometer wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11finding the accessory wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11finding the wait-to-start bulb wire for diesels . . 11finding a (+) parking light wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12finding the door pin switch circuit. . . . . . . . . . . 12

making your wiring connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13primary harness (H1), 12-pin connector . . . . . . . . 14auxiliary harness (H2), 6-pin connector . . . . . . . . 14door lock harness, 3-pin connector . . . . . . . . . . . . 15remote start ribbon harness, wiring diagram . . . . . 15heavy gauge inline connector key switch interface. 16remote start harness (H3), 5-pin connector . . . . . 16horn, channel 6 (H4), 2-pin connector . . . . . . . . . 16relay satellite wire connection guide . . . . . . . . . . 23remote start secondary harness (H3) wire . . . . . . . . connection guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24horn, channel 6 harness (H4) wire connection guide26neutral safety switch interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

testing the neutral safety switch . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

bypassing GM vehicle anti-theft systems (VATS) . . 29

1995 and newer vehicle anti-theft systems . . . . . . . (immobilizers) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

passlock I and passlock II (PL-1 and PL-2) . . . . . 30passkey III (PK-3), transponder-based systems . . 30

plug-in LED and valet/program switch. . . . . . . . . . 31programmer interface, 3-pin black plug. . . . . . . . . 31shock sensor harness, 4-pin connector . . . . . . . . . 32tach learning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32programming jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

tach threshold on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33light flash (+)/(-) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

transmitter/receiver learn routine™ . . . . . . . . . . . 34standard configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

remote control diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37standard mode configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38multi-level security arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39system features learn routine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40feature menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

menu #1 - basic features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42menu #2 - advanced features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43menu #3 - remote start options. . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

feature descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45menu #1 - basic features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45menu #2 - advanced features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46menu #3 - remote start options. . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

valet mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51rear defogger control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51timer mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52table of zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53shutdown diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

to perform shutdown diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

long term event history . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54safety check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

alarm troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55remote start troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

wiring quick reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58relay satellite wiring quick reference guide. . . . . . 59

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what is included■ The control module ■ The plug-in status LED

■ SST 2 way receiver/antenna ■ The plug-in Valet/Program switch

■ One remote transmitter P/N 7701X ■ A hood pinswitch

■ A Stinger Doubleguard shock sensor ■ A toggle (override) switch

■ A 514N Neosiren

warning! safety firstThe following safety warnings must be observed at all times:

■ Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this product must only be performed by an authorized

Directed Electronics dealer.

■ When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control

transmitter. Therefore, never operate the system in an area that does not have adequate ventilation. The fol-

lowing precautions are the sole responsibility of the user; however, authorized Directed Electronics dealers

should make the following recommendations to all users of this system:

1. Never operate the system in an enclosed or partially enclosed area without ventilation (such as a garage).

2. When parking in an enclosed or partially enclosed area or when having the vehicle serviced, the remote

start system must be disabled using the installed toggle switch.

3. It is the user's sole responsibility to properly handle and keep out of reach from children all remote

control transmitters to assure that the system does not unintentionally remote start the vehicle.

4. THE USER MUST INSTALL A CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR IN OR ABOUT THE LIVING AREA ADJACENT

TO THE VEHICLE. ALL DOORS LEADING FROM ADJACENT LIVING AREAS TO THE ENCLOSED OR PAR-

TIALLY ENCLOSED VEHICLE STORAGE AREA MUST AT ALL TIMES REMAIN CLOSED.

■ Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended mode of operation may result in property damage,

personal injury, or death. Except when performing the Safety Check outlined in this installation guide, (1)

Never remotely start the vehicle with the vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with the

keys in the ignition. The user will be responsible for having the neutral safety feature of the vehicle period-

ically checked, wherein the vehicle must not remotely start while the car is in gear. This testing should be

performed by an authorized Directed Electronics dealer in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in this

product installation guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease remote start operation immediately and consult

with the user to fix the problem immediately.

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■ After the remote start module has been installed, test the remote start module in accordance with the Safety

Check outlined in this installation guide. If the vehicle starts when performing the Neutral Safety Shutdown

Circuit test, the remote start unit has not been properly installed. The remote start module must be removed

or properly reinstalled so that the vehicle does not start in gear. All installations must be performed by an

authorized Directed Electronics dealer. OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE STARTS

IN GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF OPERATION. OPERATING THE REMOTE START SYSTEM

UNDER THESE CONDITIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. IMMEDIATELY

CEASE THE USE OF THE UNIT AND REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED REMOTE START MODULE.

DIRECTED ELECTRONICS, INC. WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OR PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REIN-

STALLATION COSTS.

installation points to rememberIMPORTANT! This product is designed for fuel-injected, automatic transmission vehicles only.Installing it in a standard transmission vehicle is dangerous and is contrary to its intended use.

■ Please read this entire installation guide before beginning the installation. The installation of this remote start

system requires interfacing with many of the vehicle’s systems. Many new vehicles use low-voltage or multi-

plexed systems that can be damaged by low resistance testing devices, such as test lights and logic probes

(computer safe test lights). Test all circuits with a high quality digital multi-meter before making connections.

■ Do not disconnect the battery if the vehicle has an anti-theft-coded radio. If equipped with an air bag, avoid

disconnecting the battery if possible. Many airbag systems will display a diagnostic code through their

warning lights after they lose power. Disconnecting the battery requires this code to be erased, which can

require a trip to the dealer.

■ Check with the customer on status LED location.

■ Remove the domelight fuse. This prevents accidentally draining the battery.

■ Roll down a window to avoid being locked out of the car.

■ Test all functions. The “Using Your System” section of the Owner's Guide is very helpful when testing.

■ When testing, don’t forget that this system is equipped with Nuisance Prevention® Circuitry (NPC). NPC can

bypass trigger zones, making them appear to stop working. See the Nuisance Prevention® Circuitry section.

■ Review and complete the Safety Check section of this guide prior to the vehicle reassembly.

after the installation

before beginning the installation

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deciding on component locationsSome things to remember about mounting the siren:

■ Keep it away from heat sources, such as radiators, exhaust manifolds, turbochargers, and heat shields.

■ Mount it where a thief cannot easily disconnect it, whether the hood is open or shut. Both the siren and its

wires should be difficult to find. This usually involves disguising the wire to look like a factory harness.

■ We recommend against grounding the siren to its mounting screws. Instead, we recommend running both the

red and black wires into the passenger compartment and grounding to one common point for all devices.

After all, both wires are the same length and come already bonded together. Whenever possible, conceal your

wires in the factory harnesses or in the same style loom as the factory.

■ When possible, place the siren on the same side of the vehicle as the control module, where its wires will

reach the control module’s wires without extending them. Always run the wires through the center of a

grommet, never through bare metal!

■ Point the siren down so water does not collect in it.

Some things to remember about where to mount the control module:

■ Never put the control module in the engine compartment!

■ The first step in hot-wiring a vehicle is removing the driver's side under-dash panel to access the starter and

ignition wires. If the control module is placed just behind the driver's side dash it can easily be disconnected.

■ When mounting the control module, try to find a secure location that will not require you to extend the har-

nesses’ wires (they are 1.5 meters long). Keep it away from the heater core (or any other heat sources) and

any obvious leaks.

■ Some good control module locations are: Above the glove box, inside the center console, above the under-

dash fuse box, or above the radio.

locations for the control module

locations for the siren

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The antenna position should be discussed with the vehicle’s owner prior to installation, since the antenna may

be visible to the vehicle’s operator. The best location for the antenna is centered high on either the front or rear

windshield. For optimal range, the antenna should be mounted vertically. It can be mounted horizontally in rela-

tion to the windshield or under the dashboard away from metal, but range will be diminished. Metallic window

tint can also affect range, so this should be a consideration when determining the mounting location.

After determining the best mounting location, follow these steps:

1. Clean the mounting area with a quality glass cleaner or alcohol to remove any dirt or residue.

3. Mount the antenna using the supplied double-sided tape.

4. Route the antenna cable to the control module and plug it into the antenna connector.

IMPORTANT! To achieve the best possible range, DO NOT leave the antenna cable bundled underthe dash. Always extend the cable full length during installation, regardless of the antenna mount-ing location.

Some things to remember about where to mount the shock sensor:

■ Never put the Stinger® in the engine compartment!

■ Find a spot close to the control module so that the wires do not need to be extended. Keep it away from the

heater core (or any other heat sources) and any obvious leaks.

How the Stinger® is mounted is the most important factor in its performance. We recommend two methods:

■ Using double-sided tape or hook-and-loop fastener to mount to a trim panel or an air duct,

or

■ Wire-tying to a wire harness.

If mounting the sensor where it cannot be easily reached for adjustment, hook-and-loop fastening tape (such as

Velcro) is recommended for ease of removal for future adjustments.

NOTE: In many vehicles, tying the sensor to a steering column or screwing it to metal will result inpoor sensitivity, especially at the rear of the vehicle.

locations for stinger doubleguard shock sensor

mounting the

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IMPORTANT! When the vehicle is delivered, please show the user where this switch is located andhow to disarm the system with it.

Ensure that the location you pick for the switch has sufficient clearance to the rear. The switch should be well

hidden. It should be placed so passengers or stored items (such as in a glove box or center console) cannot acci-

dentally hit it. The switch fits into a 9/32-inch hole.

This system has Remote Valet. The user can enter and exit Valet® Mode without having to reach the

Valet/Program switch. This feature was introduced so that switch location was less critical in day-to-day use. As

long as the Valet/Program switch can be reached to disarm without a transmitter, easy access is not important.

Things to remember when positioning the Status LED:

■ It should be visible from both sides and the rear of the vehicle, if possible.

■ It needs at least 1/2-inch clearance to the rear.

■ It is easiest to remove a small panel, such as a switch blank or a dash bezel, before drilling a 9/32-inch hole.

■ Use quick-disconnects near the LED wires if the panel is removable. This lets mechanics or other installers

remove the panel without cutting the wires.

locations for the status LED

locations for valet/program switch

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If optional starter kill relay or its connections are immediately visible upon removal of the under-dash panel,

they can easily be bypassed. Always make the relay and its connections difficult to discern from the factory

wiring! Exposed yellow butt connectors do not look like factory parts, and will not fool anyone! For this reason,

routing the optional starter kill wires away from the steering column is recommended.

The relay satellite wiring carries large amounts of current. The wires should not be extended and should be cut

to the minimum length necessary. Since the relay satellite is functioning as the ignition switch in the vehicle,

it is often convenient to mount the relay satellite close to the main ignition switch harness.

finding the wires you needNow that you have decided where each component will be located, you’re going to find the wires in the car that

the security system will be connected to.

IMPORTANT! Do not use a 12V test light or logic probe (computer safe test light) to find thesewires! Use a digital multimeter for all testing.

We recommend two possible sources for 12V constant: the (+) terminal of the battery, or the constant supply to

the ignition switch. Always install a fuse within 12 inches of this connection. If the fuse also will be powering

other circuits, such as door locks, a power window module, a Nite-Lite® headlight control system, etc., fuse

accordingly.

IMPORTANT! Do not remove the fuse holder on the red wire. It ensures that the control module hasits own fuse, of the proper value, regardless of how many accessories are added to the main powerfeed.

obtaining constant 12V

locations for the relay satellite

locations for the optional starter kill relay

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The ignition wire is powered when the key is in the run or start position. This is because the ignition wire powers

the ignition system (spark plugs, coil) as well as the fuel delivery system (fuel pump, fuel injection computer).

Accessory wires lose power when the key is in the start position to make more current available to the starter motor.

How to find (+)12V ignition with your multimeter:

1. Set to DCV or DC voltage (12V or 20V is fine).

2. Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground.

3. Probe the wire you suspect of being the ignition wire. The steering

column harness or ignition switch harness is an excellent place to find

this wire.

4. Turn the ignition key switch to the run position. If your meter reads

(+)12V, go to the next step. If it doesn’t, probe another wire.

5. Now turn the key to the start position. The meter display should stay steady, not dropping by more than a

few tenths of a volt. If it drops close to or all the way to zero, go back to Step 3. If it stays steady at (+)12V,

you have found an ignition wire.

The starter wire provides 12V directly to the starter or to a relay controlling the starter. In some vehicles, it is

necessary to power a cold start circuit. A cold start circuit will test exactly like a starter circuit, but it does not

control the starter. Instead, the cold start circuit is used to prime the fuel injection system for starting when the

vehicle is cold.

How to find the starter wire with your multimeter:

1. Set to DCV or DC voltage (12V or 20V is fine).

2. Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground.

3. Probe the wire you suspect of being the starter wire. The steering

column is an excellent place to find this wire. Remember you do not

need to interrupt the starter at the same point you test it. Hiding

your optional starter kill relay and connections is always recommended.

4. Turn the ignition key switch to the start position. Make sure the car

is not in gear! If your meter reads (+)12V, go to the next step. If it doesn’t, probe another wire.

5. Cut the wire you suspect of being the starter wire.

6. Attempt to start the car. If the starter engages, reconnect it and go back to Step 3. If the starter does not

turn over, you have the right wire.

finding the starter wire

finding the 12V switched ignition wire

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An accessory wire will show +12V when the key is in the accessory and run positions. It will not show +12V during

the cranking cycle. There will often be more than one accessory wire in the ignition harness. The correct accessory

wire will power the vehicle's climate control system. Some vehicles may have separate wires for the blower motor and

the air conditioning compressor. In such cases, it will be necessary to add a relay to power the second accessory wire.

To test for a tachometer wire, a multimeter capable of testing AC voltage must be used. The tachometer wire will

show between 1V and 6V AC. In multi-coil ignition systems, the system can learn individual coil wires. Individual

coil wires in a multi-coil ignition system will register lower amounts of AC voltage. Also, if necessary, the system

can use a fuel injector control wire for engine speed sensing. Common locations for a tachometer wire are the

ignition coil itself, the back of the gauges, engine computers, and automatic transmission computers.

IMPORTANT! Do not test tachometer wires using a test light or logic probe (computer safe test light)!This will damage the vehicle.

How to find a tachometer wire with your multimeter:

1. Set to ACV or AC voltage (12V or 20V is fine).

2. Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground.

3. Start and run the vehicle.

4. Probe the wire you suspect of being the tachometer wire with the red probe of the meter.

5. If this is the correct wire the meter will read between 1V and 6V.

In diesel vehicles it is necessary to interface with the wire that turns on the WAIT TO START light in the dash-

board. This wire illuminates the bulb until the vehicle’s glow plugs are properly heated. When the light goes out

the vehicle can be started. This wire is always available at the connector leading to the bulb in the dashboard.

It can also be found at the Engine Control Module (ECM) in many vehicles.

To test and determine the polarity of this wire:

1. Set your multimeter to DCV or DC voltage (12 or 20V is fine).

2. Attach the (+) probe of the meter to (+)12V.

3. Probe the wire that you suspect leads to the bulb with the (-) probe of the meter.

4. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

5. If the meter indicates 12 volts until the light goes out you have isolated the correct wire and the wire's polar-

ity is negative (ground while the bulb is on).

6. If the meter reads zero volts until the light goes out and then reads 12 volts, you have isolated the correct

wire and the wire's polarity is positive.

finding the wait-to-start bulb wire for diesels

finding the tachometer wire

finding the accessory wire

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The (+) parking light wire is often found near the switch. Many cars have the switch built into the turn signal

lever, and in these cars the parking light wire can be found in the steering column. The same wire is often avail-

able in the kick panel or running board.

NOTE: Many Toyotas, as well as many other Asian vehicles, send a (-) signal from the switch to arelay. The relay then sends (+)12V to the bulbs. Whenever you have difficulty finding a (+) parkinglight wire near the switch, simply test the wires at any switch or control panel which is lit by theinstrument panel lighting. Remember, you need a (+) parking light wire that does not vary withthe dimmer setting.

How to find a (+) parking light flash wire with your multimeter:

1. Set to DCV or DC voltage (12V or 20V is fine).

2. Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground.

3. Probe the wire you suspect of being the parking light wire. Usually, the area near the headlight/parking light

switch is an excellent area to start, as is the kick panel.

4. Turn on the parking lights. If your meter shows (+)12V, turn off the parking lights and make sure it goes back

to zero.

5. If it does return to zero, turn the parking lights back on and, using the dash light dimmer control, turn the

brightness of the dash lights up and down. If the meter changes more than a volt when using the dimmer,

look for another wire. If it stays relatively close to (+)12V, you have found your parking light wire.

The best places to find the door switch wire are:

■ At the pin switch: When testing at the pin switch, check the wire to ensure that it “sees” all the doors. Often,

the passenger switch will cover all the doors even if the driver’s switch will not.

■ At the dome light: This may not be your best choice if the vehicle has delayed domelight supervision, but it

will work in many Hondas, or any vehicle with completely diode-isolated pin switches.

finding the door pin switch circuit

finding a (+) parking light wire

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Once you have determined the wire color, the easiest place to connect to the wire is often at the kick panel, at

the windshield pillar, or in the running board. When an easy location is not available, running a wire to the dome-

light itself is often the best solution.

How to find a door pin switch trigger wire with your multimeter:

1. Set to DCV or DC voltage (12V or 20V is fine).

2. In most Fords, fasten the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground. In most other cars, fasten the (+) probe

of your meter to (+)12V constant.

3. Probe the wire you suspect of being the door trigger wire. If the meter reads (+)12V when any door

is opened, you have found a trigger wire.

NOTE: Make sure the wire you use “sees” all the doors! Some newer GM vehicles lack standard-typepin switches. The dome light in these vehicles is turned on when the door handle is lifted. Theseusually have a blue/white or white wire coming out of the door into the kick panel which willprovide a (-) trigger for all doors. Some GM vehicles (some Cavaliers, Grand Ams, etc.) have a yellowwire coming out of the door which provides a (+) door trigger.

making your wiring connectionsBefore making your connections, plan how your wires will be routed through the vehicle. For instance, the red

12V constant input and the orange ground-when-armed output (for the optional starter kill relay) will often be

routed together to the ignition switch harness. In order to keep the wiring neat and make it harder to find, you

may wish to wrap these wires together in electrical tape or conceal them in tubing similar to what the manu-

facturer used.

There are two acceptable ways of making a wire connection - solder connections and crimp connectors. When

properly performed, either type of connection is reliable and trouble-free. Regardless of whether you solder your

connections or you use mechanical-type crimp-on connections, ensure that all connections are mechanically

sound and that they are insulated.

Cheap electrical tape, especially when poorly applied, is not a reliable insulator. It often falls off in hot weather.

Use good-quality electrical tape or heat shrink.

■ Never twist-and-tape the wires together without soldering.

■ Never use “fuse taps”, as they can damage fuse box terminals.

If you use tapping connectors such as 3M T-Taps (not to be confused with Scotch-Locks), avoid using them in

higher-current applications (constant 12V, ground, etc.). Some tapping connectors are inferior in quality and

should be avoided.

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primary harness (H1), 12-pin connector______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

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auxiliary harness (H2), 6-pin connector______

______

______

______

______

______ LIGHT GREEN/BLACK (-) FACTORY ALARM DISARM

GRAY/BLACK (-) WAIT TO START INPUT

GREEN/WHITE (-) FACTORY ALARM REARM

VIOLET/BLACK (-) CHANNEL 4 OUTPUT

WHITE/BLACK (-) CHANNEL 5 OUTPUT

LIGHT BLUE (-) SECOND UNLOCK OUTPUTH2/1

H2/2

H2/3

H2/4

H2/5

H2/6

ORANGE (-) 500 mA ARMED OUTPUT

WHITE (+)/(-) SELECTABLE LIGHT FLASH OUTPUT

WHITE/BLUE (-) REMOTE START ACTIVATION INPUT

BLACK/WHITE (-) 200 mA DOMELIGHT SUPERVISION OUTPUT

GREEN (-) DOOR TRIGGER INPUT, ZONE 3

BLUE (-) MULTIPLEXED INPUT, ZONE 4

VIOLET (+) DOOR TRIGGER INPUT, ZONE 3

BLACK (-) CHASSIS GROUND INPUT

EMPTY NOT USED

BROWN (+) SIREN OUTPUT

RED (+) CONSTANT POWER INPUT

RED/WHITE (-) 200 mA CHANNEL 2 VALIDITY OUTPUTH1/1

H1/2

H1/3

H1/4

H1/5

H1/6

H1/7

H1/8

H1/9

H1/10

H1/11

H1/12

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door lock harness, 3-pin connector______

______

______

Note: Refer to TechTip 1041 for wiring information.

remote start ribbon harness, wiring diagram______

______

______

______

______

______

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This ribbon harness connects to the relay satellite.

BLUE (-) 200 mA STATUS OUTPUT

ORANGE/BLACK (-) ANTIGRIND/GROUND WHEN ARMED OUTPUT

PURPLE (-) 200 mA STARTER RELAY TURN-ON

ORANGE (-) 200 mA ACCESSORY RELAY TURN-ON

PINK (-) 200 mA IGNITION RELAY TURN-ON

YELLOW (+) IGNITION INPUT TO ALARM

PINK/WHITE 200 mA (-) PROGRAMMABLE IGN2/ACC2 RELAY TURN ON1

2

3

4

5

6

7

GREEN (-) LOCK (+) UNLOCK OUTPUT

EMPTY NOT USED

LIGHT BLUE (+) LOCK (-) UNLOCK OUTPUT1

2

3

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heavy gauge relay satellite connector______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

remote start harness (H3), 5-pin connector______

______

______

______

______

horn, channel 6 (H4), 2-pin connector______

______ BROWN (-) 200mA HORN

ORANGE/BLACK CHANNEL 6 OUTPUTH4/1

H4/2

BLUE/WHITE (-) 200 mA 2ND STATUS/REAR DEFOGGER- LATCHED/PULSED

GRAY (-) HOOD PINSWITCH INPUT, ZONE 1

BROWN (+) BRAKE SHUTDOWN WIRE

VIOLET/WHITE TACHOMETER INPUT WIRE

BLACK/WHITE (-) NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH INPUTH3/1

H3/2

H3/3

H3/4

H3/5

RED/WHITE (+) (30A) HIGH CURRENT 12V INPUT

PINK/WHITE (+) OUTPUT TO SECOND IGNITION CIRCUIT

RED (+) (30A) HIGH CURRENT 12V INPUT

PINK (+) OUTPUT TO PRIMARY IGNITION CIRCUIT

ORANGE (+) OUTPUT TO ACCESSORY CIRCUIT

RED (+) HIGH CURRENT 12V INPUT

GREEN STARTER INPUT FROM IGNITION (KEY SIDE)

PURPLE (+) STARTER OUTPUT TO STARTER (STARTER SIDE)1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

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primary harness (H1) wire connection guide

When the system receives the code controlling Channel 2, for longer than 1.5 seconds, the red/white wire will

supply an output as long as the transmission continues. This is often used to operate a trunk/hatch release or

other relay-driven function.

IMPORTANT! Never use this wire to drive anything but a relay or a low-current input! The transis-torized output can only supply 200 mA of current. Connecting directly to a solenoid, motor, or otherhigh-current device will cause it to fail.

Before connecting this wire, remove the supplied fuse. Connect to the battery positive terminal or the constant

12V supply to the ignition switch.

NOTE: Always use a fuse within 12 inches of the point you obtain (+)12V. Do not use the 15A fusein the harness for this purpose. This fuse protects the module itself.

Connect this to the red wire of the siren. Connect the black wire of the siren to (-) chassis ground, preferably at

the same point you connected the control module’s black ground wire. See Features Description section for horn

output.

H1/3 BROWN (+) siren output

H1/2 RED (+)12V constant power input

H1/1 RED/WHITE channel 2, 200mA (-) output

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Remove any paint and connect this wire to bare metal, preferably with a factory bolt rather than your own screw.

(Screws tend to either strip or loosen with time.) We recommend grounding all your components, including the

siren, to the same point in the vehicle.

This wire is used in vehicles that have a positive (+) switched dome light circuit. Connect the violet wire to a

wire that shows (+)12V when any door is opened, and ground when the door is closed. This wire will report Zone 3.

Inputs shorter than 0.8 seconds will trigger the Warn Away response, while inputs longer than 0.8 seconds will

trigger the full alarm sequence. If installing an optional Directed Electronics dual stage sensor, connect both the

blue and the green wires of the optional sensor to this input. This wire will report Zone 4.

H1/7 BLUE (-) multiplex input, zone 4

H1/6 VIOLET (+) door trigger input, zone 3

H1/5 BLACK (-) chassis ground connection

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Most vehicles use negative door trigger circuits. Connect the green wire to a wire which shows ground when any

door is opened. In vehicles with factory delays on the domelight circuit, there is usually a wire that is unaffected

by the delay circuitry. This wire will report Zone 3.

Connect this wire to the optional domelight supervision relay as shown below:

IMPORTANT! This output is only intended to drive a relay. It cannot be connected directly to thedomelight circuit, as the output cannot support the current draw of one or more light bulbs.

This input comes from the factory set to 2 activation pulses. This means that it is necessary to have 2 consecu-

tive ground pulses on the white/blue wire for the remote start to activate or to deactivate. The same holds true

for the remote control activation when set to a two pulse setting it is necessary to press the button twice

for the remote start to activate or deactivate.

NOTE: When the activation pulse count can be programmed to 1, 2, or 3 pulses when changed itwill affect both activation inputs; the White/Blue wire and the remote control activation.

H1/10 WHITE/BLUE remote start (-) activation

H1/9 BLACK/WHITE (-) 200 mA domelight supervision output

H1/8 GREEN (-) door trigger input, zone 3

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As shipped, this wire should be connected to the (+) parking light wire. If the light flash polarity jumper under

the sliding door is moved to the opposite position (see Internal Programming Jumper section of this guide), this

wire supplies a (-) 200 mA output. This is suitable for driving (-) light control wires in Toyota, Lexus, BMW, some

Mitsubishi, some Mazda, and other model cars.

(+) Positive Light Flash Output

(-) Light Flash Output

NOTE: For parking light circuits that draw 10 amps or more, the internal jumper must be switchedto a (-) light flash output. (See the Internal Programming Jumper section of this guide.) P/N 8617or a standard automotive SPDT relay must be used on the H1/2 light flash output harness wire.

H1/11 WHITE (+/-) selectable light flash output

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This wire supplies a (-)500 mA ground as long as the system is armed. This output ceases as soon as the system

is disarmed. The orange wire may be wired to an optional Directed Electronics 8618 starter kill relay.

secondary harness (H2) wire connection guide

This wire provides a second unlock output for progressive locks. Refer to document 1041—Door Locking System

Wiring Guide for specific applications.

This wire provides 200 mA programmable output. (See Feature Descriptions section of this guide.)

IMPORTANT! Never use this wire to drive anything but a relay or a low-current input! This transis-torized output can only supply 200 mA, and connecting directly to a solenoid, motor, or otherhigh-current device will cause the module to fail.

This wire provides 200 mA programmable output. (See Feature Descriptions section of this guide.)

IMPORTANT! Never use this wire to drive anything but a relay or a low-current input! This transis-torized output can only supply 200 mA, and connecting directly to a solenoid, motor, or otherhigh-current device will cause the module to fail.

This wire sends a negative pulse every time the remote start shuts down or the doors are locked. This can be used

to pulse the arm wire of the vehicle's factory anti-theft device. Use a relay to send a (-) or (+) pulse to the arm wire.

Connect this wire to the wire in the vehicle that sends the signal to turn on the WAIT-TO-START bulb in the dash-

board. In most diesels the wire is negative (ground turns on the bulb) and the GRAY/BLACK wire can be directly

connected to the wire in the vehicle. If the vehicle uses a positive wire (12V to turn on the bulb) a relay must

H2/5 GRAY/BLACK (-) diesel wait-to-start bulb input

H2/4 GREEN/WHITE (-) factory alarm rearm

H2/3 VIOLET/BLACK 200 mA (-) programmable channel 4 output

H2/2 WHITE/BLACK 200 mA (-) programmable channel 5 output

H2/1 LIGHT BLUE (-) 200mA 2nd unlock output

H1/12 ORANGE (-) ground-when-armed output

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be used to change the polarity. (See Finding the Wires You Need section of this guide.) Here are some common

colors of this wire:

■ Chevrolet and GMC trucks - Light blue or dark blue

■ Ford Trucks - Black/pink

■ Dodge Ram Trucks - Orange/black or black/orange

NOTE! A 1-amp diode must be installed in line on the factory wire between the wait-to-start indi-cator and the ECM. (See the following diagram for details.)

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This wire sends a negative pulse every time the remote start is activated or the doors are unlocked. This can be

used to pulse the disarm wire of the vehicle's factory anti-theft device. Use a relay to send a (-) or (+) pulse to

the disarm wire as shown in the following diagrams.

Relay for Negative (-) Disarm Wire Relay for Positive (+) Disarm Wire

relay satellite wire connection guideThe 8 heavy gauge wires coming from the large connector are used to energize high current circuits in the

vehicle. It is crucial that these connections are well-made and capable of handling the current demands. For this

reason, Scotch-Locks, T-taps and other such connectors are strongly discouraged.

Connect this wire to the starter wire in the vehicle. (See Finding the Wires You Need section.)

For anti grind or starter kill attach this wire to the key side of the starter wire for anti grind and for the starter

kill to be active.

Remove the two 30-amp fuses prior to connecting these wires and do not replace them until the satellite has

been plugged into the control module. These wires are the source of current for all the circuits the relay satel-

lite will energize. They must be connected to a high current source. Since the factory supplies (+)12V to the key

switch that is used to operate the motor, it is recommended that these wires be connected there.

NOTE: If the factory supplies two separate (+) 12V feeds to the ignition switch, connect one REDwire of the satellite to each feed at the switch.

RED (2) (+)12V input for high current outputs

GREEN starter input

PURPLE (+) starter output

H2/6 LIGHT GREEN/BLACK (-) factory disarm

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Connect this wire to the accessory wire in the vehicle which powers the climate control system.

Connect this wire to the ignition wire in the vehicle.

Connect this wire to the second ignition wire in the vehicle. (See Finding the Wires You Need section.)

NOTE: For vehicles that do not have a second ignition wire, this connection is not required.

Connection for high current outputs.

remote start secondary harness (H3) wireconnection guide

Connect this wire to the provided toggle (override) switch as shown in figure A. Connect the other wire from the

toggle switch to the PARK/NEUTRAL switch in the vehicle. This wire will test with ground with the gear selector

either in PARK or NEUTRAL. This will prevent the vehicle from accidentally being started while in a drive gear.

This input MUST rest at ground in order for the remote start system to operate. Connected properly the vehicle

will only start while in PARK or NEUTRAL.

In some vehicles, the PARK/NEUTRAL position switch activates a factory starter lock out that will not allow the

starter to operate in a drive gear. In these vehicles, connect this wire to the toggle switch as shown in figure B.

Connect the other wire from the toggle switch to chassis ground.

IMPORTANT! Always perform the Safety Check section of this installation guide to verify that thevehicle cannot be started in ANY drive gear and that the override switch is functioning properly.

H3/1 BLACK/WHITE neutral safety switch input

RED/WHITE (+) 12V input

PINK/WHITE (+) second ignition output

PINK (+) ignition output

ORANGE (+) accessory output

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Figure A Figure B

This input provides the module with information about the engine's revolutions per minute (RPMs). It can be

connected to the negative side of the coil in vehicles with conventional coils. In multi-coil and high energy igni-

tion systems locating a proper signal may be more difficult. (See Finding the Wires You Need section of this guide.)

Once connected, you must teach the system the tach signal. (See the Internal Programming Jumpers section of

this guide.)

This wire MUST be connected to the vehicle's brake light wire. This is the wire that shows (+) 12V when the brake

pedal is depressed. The remote start will be disabled or shut down any time the brake pedal is depressed. This

wire will also trigger the security system if the brake pedal is pressed while the system is armed and will report

Zone 1.

This wire MUST be connected to hood pinswitch. This input will disable or shut down the remote start when the hood

is opened. It will also trigger the security system if the hood is opened while the system is armed and report Zone 1.

This wire supplies a 200mA output as soon as the module begins the remote start process. The H3/1 BLUE wire

can also be used to activate the defogger trigger (latched/pulsed) 10-seconds after the remote start engages.

(See the Feature Descriptions section in this guide for details about programming this output.)

H3/5 BLUE/WHITE (-) status output

H3/4 GRAY (-) hood pinswitch input, zone 1

H3/3 BROWN (+) brake switch input, zone 1

H3/2 VIOLET/WHITE tachometer input

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horn, channel 6 harness (H4) wire connection guide

This wire provides a (-) 200mA output whenever the transmitter button(s) controlling Channel 6 is pressed. (see

also the Feature Descriptions section and previous channel 5 description):

IMPORTANT! Never use this wire to drive anything but a relay or a low-current input! This transis-torized output can only supply 200 mA, and connecting directly to a solenoid, motor, or otherhigh-current device will cause the module to fail.

This wire provides a (-) 200mA output to the horn when programmed.

IMPORTANT! Never use this wire to drive anything but a relay or a low-current input! This transis-torized output can only supply 200 mA, and connecting directly to a solenoid, motor, or otherhigh-current device will cause the module to fail.

neutral safety switch interfaceSome vehicles do not have an electrical neutral safety switch. Instead, a mechanical neutral safety switch that

physically interrupts the starter wire is used when the vehicle is in any drive gear. If the remote start is inter-

faced before this switch, it will provide protection from starting in gear. However, some vehicles combine the

column shift mechanism and the mechanical neutral safety switch into one mechanical part. In these vehicles,

it is impossible to interface the remote start system before the neutral safety switch. With this type of vehicle,

if the car is left in a drive gear and the remote start system is activated, the vehicle will move and may cause

damage to persons or property.

According to available information, the only vehicles currently manufactured this way are most General Motors

trucks, sport utility vehicles and column shifting passenger cars. Available information also indicates that pre-

1996 Dodge Dakota pickups with 2.5 liter motors are manufactured this way as well.

GM vehicles that have the neutral safety switch built into the column shifter can usually be identified by a purple

starter wire. Typically, vehicles that use an outboard mechanical switch use a yellow wire from the ignition switch

H4/1 BROWN 200 mA (-) horn

H4/1 ORANGE/BLACK 200 mA programmable (-) channel 6 output

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to the mechanical switch and a purple wire from the mechanical switch to the starter itself. Remember, this is

only a rule of thumb and is not intended as a substitute for proper testing.

We suggest the following procedure to test for vehicles manufactured in this way.

NOTE: You must complete the remote start system installation before doing the following test.Ensure that the remote start system is functioning normally. This includes connecting to the brakeas a shut-down.

1. Make sure there is adequate clearance to the front and rear of the vehicle because it may move slightly.

2. Make sure the hood is closed and there are no remote start shut-downs active.

3. Set the emergency brake.

4. Turn the key to the "run" position, this will release the shifter.

5. Place the car in drive (D).

6. Place your foot directly over the brake pedal, but do not depress it. Be ready to step on the brake if the

starter engages.

7. Activate the remote start system.

8. If the starter engages, immediately depress the brake to shut the remote start system down. If the starter

does not engage, no additional safety system is required.

If the starter engages and the vehicle is a General Motors product or Dodge Dakota pickup, refer to the follow-

ing text and diagrams for an alternative shut-down method which will prevent the starter from engaging. If the

vehicle is not a General Motors product or a Dodge Dakota pickup, please call Directed Electronics Technical

Support for an alternative shut-down method. Do not return the vehicle to the customer until this feature is prop-

erly installed!

Every vehicle built in this fashion requires that the shifter be placed in park to remove the keys from the igni-

tion. As a result, it is possible to use the key-in-ignition sense switch to prevent remote starting if the keys are

in the ignition. The following diagrams illustrate how to accomplish this. The first diagram applies to all General

Motors vehicles at the present time. The second diagram applies to all pre-1996 Dodge Dakota pickup trucks with

2.5 liter motors. This solution has one side effect - if the customer inserts the key in the ignition with the driver's

door open, the remote start system will shut down. If this interface is used it is important to inform the cus-

tomer to close the driver’s door before inserting the key into the ignition when the remote start is active. This

will allow the customer to turn the key on and shut the remote start down by pressing the brake without the key

sense wire shutting down the unit prematurely.

In addition, you must connect a tan (+) shut-down input to the yellow wire on the relay satellite ribbon cable.

This prevents the remote start system from activating if the key is left in the "run" position. If your remote start

system only has one tan input, you must use diodes to isolate the ignition circuit from the brake switch input.

testing the neutral safety switch

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However, due to future manufacturer changes in vehicles, it is possible that this may not apply to all vehicles.

In addition, color variations are possible from model to model; make sure to test the circuit carefully. Please call

Directed Electronics Technical Support if you need assistance in making this interface.

IMPORTANT! Once the interface is complete, attempt to remote start the vehicle with the door closedand the key in the ignition. The vehicle should not start. If it does, recheck the connections.

General Motors trucks, sport utility vehicles and column shifting passenger vehicles:

Pre-1996 Dodge Dakota pickups with 2.5 liter motors:

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bypassing GM vehicle anti-theft systems (VATS)Vehicles with the GM VATS (Pass Key) systems have a resistor embedded in the ignition key. If the VATS decoder

module does not measure the proper resistance when the vehicle is started, the starter and fuel pump may be

disabled for up to ten minutes. An optional "VATS pack" of resistors is available (p/n 652T). One of the resistors in

the pack will match the resistor in the key.

The VATS wires will be two very light-gauge wires coming out of the steering column. The colors of the wires vary,

but they are often contained in orange tubing - either both will be white wires, or one wire will be purple/white

and the other white/black. Determine the value of the resistor in the key. Then follow the diagram below to

bypass VATS during remote start operation. If the BLUE status output from the relay satellite has been pro-

grammed for factory security re-arm, then use the (H3/5) BLUE/WHITE 2nd status output from the control module

to control the relay.

NOTE: When connecting to the VATS wires, it is not important which wire is cut.

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1995 and newer vehicle anti-theft systems(immobilizers)1995 and newer vehicle anti-theft systems (immobilizers) require a bypass module. The bypass module allows for

easy interfacing, while still maintaining the OEM system’s integrity.

The Passlock I and Passlock II systems can be found in the following General Motors vehicles:

■ ‘95 and newer Cavalier and Sunfire

■ ‘96 and newer Achieva, Grand Am, and Skylark

■ ‘97 and newer Intrigue, Malibu, and Cutlass

■ ‘98 and newer trucks, vans, SUVs

■ ‘99 and newer Alero

■ 2000 and newer Impala and Saturn

Passlock I and II systems are VATS-evolved. Passlock systems still rely on the R-code to start, but the pellet is

no longer placed in the key. The resistor can now be found in the key switch. This allows for a greater number

of possible R-codes. In addition, Passlock systems require “seeing” the correct R-code at the correct time. To

bypass Passlock I and II, p/n 555L or p/n 555T is required.

The Passkey III system can be found in the following vehicles:

■ ‘97 and newer Park Avenue

■ ‘98 and newer Cadillac

■ ‘99 and newer U vans, Transport, Montana, and Silhouette

■ 2000 and newer Grand Prix, Lesabre, Monte Carlo, Lumina, Bonneville

■ 2001 and newer Aurora, Aztek and Rendezvous

Other transponder-based systems include: Acura, BMW, Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep, Ford, Honda, Infinity, Mazda,

Mercedes, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Toyota, Volkswagon, and Volvo.

PK-3 and the transponder-based systems use a transponder system that locks out the ignition and fuel system.

This transponder system is comprised of two parts. The first part, the transceiver, circles the key switch and is

activated when the key is placed in the key switch or turned to the run position. Upon activation, the trans-

passkey III (PK-3), transponder-based systems

passlock I and passlock II (PL-1 and PL-2)

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ceiver will excite the transponder, which is located (but not visible) in the head of the ignition key. The key

transponder will then send a unique code back to the transceiver for evaluation. If the code matches a valid code

of the system, the vehicle will be allowed to start. Most of these transponder-based systems can be bypassed

using p/n 555U. Some may require additional parts from the vehicle manufacturer. Consult you dealer for the

applications. For most Ford PATS transponders, p/n 555F can be used, except for the following vehicles, which

will require p/n 555U: ‘97 and newer Mark VII, and 2000 and newer Taurus/Sable, Contour/Mystique and Focus.

plug-in LED and valet/program switchThese plug into the module. The Status LED plugs into the small two-pin socket, while the Valet/Program Switch

should be plugged into the larger blue two-pin connector. The Status LED fits into a 9/32-inch hole.

Status LED Valet/Program Switch

programmer interface, 3-pin black plugThe black 3-pin port is provided for personal computer programming of the unit. The unit can also be programmed

using the Bitwriter® (p/n 998T). When using the optional PC Interface module, or hand-held programmer, it is

possible to configure any and all of the programmable functions as well as lock the Transmitter/Receiver and

System Features Learn Routines so that unauthorized users cannot change the configuration or program trans-

mitters to the unit.

When the learn routines have previously been programmed using an optional hand-held system programmer

(p/n 998T) or PC Interface module, they may have been locked. Before proceeding with reprogramming

the learn routines, they must be unlocked with either the 998T or the PC Interface module - this cannot be done

manually with the Valet switch.

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shock sensor harness, 4-pin connector

Inputs shorter than 0.8 seconds will trigger the Warn Away® response, while inputs longer than 0.8 seconds will

trigger full alarm sequence and report Zone Two. If installing an optional Directed Electronics dual stage sensor,

connect to the green wire as shown below. The diagram below eliminates the need for diodes to isolate the sensors.

Diagram for adding optional Directed Electronics dual stage sensor to green wire (Zone 2):

Inputs shorter than 0.8 seconds will trigger the Warn Away® response, while inputs longer than 0.8 seconds will

trigger full alarm sequence and will also report Zone Two.

Do not use these for anything besides the plug-in shock sensor.

tach learningTo learn the tach signal:

1. Start the vehicle with the key.

2. Within 5 seconds, press and HOLD the Valet/Program switch.

DRW-96

RED and BLACK: RED is (+)12V constant, BLACK is (-) ground

BLUE (-) multiplex input, zone 2

GREEN (-) multiplex input, zone 2

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3. The LED will light constant when the tach signal is learned.

4. Release the Valet/Program switch.

programming jumpers

In most cases, this jumper can be left in the OFF position. Some new vehicles use less than 12 volts in their

ignition systems. The unit may have trouble learning the tach signal in these vehicles. Changing the jumper to

the ON setting changes the trigger threshold of the digital tach circuit so it will work properly with these vehi-

cles. These vehicles include many newer Dodge/Chrysler/Plymouths, such as the Neon Cirrus/Stratus/Breeze and

LH-based cars.

This jumper is used to determine the light flash output. In the (+) position, the on-board relay is enabled and

the unit will output (+)12V on the WHITE wire, H1/11. In the (-) position, the on-board relay is disabled. The

WHITE wire, H1/2, will supply a 200 mA (-) output suitable for driving factory parking light relays.K

light flash (+)/(-)

tach threshold on/off

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NOTE: For parking light circuits that draw 10 amps or more, the internal jumper must be switchedto a (-) light flash output. P/N 8617 or a standard automotive SPDT relay must be used on theH1/11 light flash output harness wire.

transmitter/receiver learn routine™

The system comes with one transmitter that have been taught to the receiver. The receiver can store up to 4 dif-

ferent transmitter codes in memory. Use the following learn routine to add transmitters to the system or to

change button assignments if desired.

The learn routine may be locked if previously programmed using the Bitwriter®. If the horn generates one long

honk when attempting to program the unit, the learn routine is locked and must be unlocked using the Bitwriter®

before proceeding.

The Valet/Program switch, plugged into the blue port, is used for programming. There is a basic sequence of steps

to remember whenever programming this unit: Door, Key, Choose, Transmit and Release.

1. Open a door. (The GREEN wire, H1/8, or the VIOLET, H1/6 must be connected.)

2. Key. Turn the ignition to the ON position.

3. Choose. Within 10 seconds, press and release the Program switch the number of times cor-

responding to the desired channel listed below. Once you have selected the channel, press

the switch once more and HOLD it. The LED will flash and the horn will honk (if connected)

to confirm the selected channel. Do not release the Program switch.

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4. Transmit. While HOLDING the Valet/Program switch, press the button on the transmitter

that you would like to control the selected receiver channel. The unit will chirp to confirm

that the code has been successfully programmed. It is not possible to teach a transmitter

button to the system more than once.

5. Release. Once the code is learned, the Valet/Program switch can be released.

You can advance from programming one channel to another by releasing the Valet/Program switch and tapping

it to advance channels and then HOLDING it. For instance: You have programmed Channel 1 and you want to

program Channel 2. Release the Valet/Program switch. Press it one time and release it to advance from Channel

1 to Channel 2. Now, press and HOLD the Valet/Program switch. The LED will flash two times and the horn will

honk twice (if connected). As before, do not release it.

If you want to program Channel 3 after programming Channel 1, release the Valet/Program switch, press it twice

and release it to advance to Channel 3. Then press it once more and HOLD it. The horn will honk three times (if

connected) and the LED will flash three times to confirm it is ready to receive the code from the transmitter.

CHANNEL NUMBER FUNCTION WIRE COLOR

1 Auto Learn Standard Configuration* (default)

2 Arm only

3 Disarm only

4 Silent Mode™/Remote Valet/Trunk Release RED/WHITE

5 Remote Start

6 Channel 4 VIOLET/BLACK

7 Channel 5 WHITE/BLACK

8 Channel 6

9 Short Run/Turbo

10 Timer Mode

11 Arm/Disarm/Panic

12 Panic only

13 Defogger Control

14 Delete all transmitters**

*NOTE: For Auto Learn Configurations, see Transmitter Configurations section of this guide.

**NOTE: If any button from a known transmitter is programmed to Channel 13, all trans-mitters will be erased from memory and will revert to the default feature settings. This isuseful in cases where the customer's transmitters are lost or stolen.

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Learn Routine will be exited if:

■ Door is closed.

■ Ignition is turned off.

■ Program switch is pressed too many times.

■ More than 15 seconds between steps.

transmitter configurationsThe transmitter can be programmed with the standard or single button arm/disarm configurations by using the

Auto Learn functions in the Transmitter/Receiver Learn Routine.

A remote that uses the standard configuration operates similarly to many factory keyless entry remotes. A stan-

dard configuration transmitter allows arming, disarming, and Panic Mode activation with separate buttons. When

programmed for standard configuration, the transmitter buttons are assigned to the following functions:

.................................operates ...........................Arm/Lock,

Panic ON/Panic OFF

.................................operates ...........................Disarm/Panic OFF

.................................operates ...........................Start

.................................operates ...........................Channel 2—trunk

release

and ................operate............................Timer Mode

and ................operate ..........................Short Run/Turbo

timer

and ................operate............................Channel 4

and ................operate............................Channel 5

standard configuration

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and and operate .........................rear defogger

and ................operate............................Channel 6

remote control diagram

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standard mode configuration1. Auxiliary Channel Out

2. Receive Indicator

3. Signal Indicator

4. Transmit Indicator

5. Lock Status Indicator

6. Unlock Status Indicator

7. Arming Status Indicator

8. Disarming Status Indicator

9. Door Switch Input Indicator

10. Warn Away® Response Indicator

11. Siren Status Indicator

12. Battery Level Indicator

13. Trigger Response Indicator

14. Hood Switch Input Indicator

15. Ignition Switch Input Indicator

16. Sensor Response Indicator

17. Sensor 1 Indicator—Full Trigger and Warn Away®

18. Sensor 2 Indicator—Full Trigger and Warn Away®

19. Trunk Switch Input Indicator

20. Vibrate Mode Indicator

21. Remote Start Indicator

22. Disarm Button

23. Remote Start Button

24. Auxiliary Button

25. Arm Button

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multi-level security armingMulti-Level Security Arming is a feature that allows the user to select which of the system's inputs or sensors

will be active and which will be bypassed when the system is armed. (See Table of Zones section of this guide.)

Multi-Level Security Arming can only be accessed from a standard configuration transmitter. Pressing the arm

button of the standard configuration transmitter again within five seconds of arming the system will activate the

Multi-Level Security feature. Each time the arm button is pressed again, a different security level is selected. The

different levels of security are selected as follows:

■ Pressing one time: The siren chirps once. The system is armed.

■ Pressing a second time within five seconds: The siren chirps twice followed by a long chirp. Zone

Two is now bypassed.

■ Pressing a third time within five seconds: The siren chirps three times followed by a long chirp. Zone

Four is now bypassed.

■ Pressing a fourth time within five seconds: The siren chirps four times followed by a long chirp.

Zones Two and Four are now bypassed.

■ Pressing a fifth time within five seconds: The siren chirps five times followed by a long chirp. All

input zones, except the ignition, are now bypassed.

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system features learn routineThe System Features Learn Routine dictates how the unit operates. It is possible to access and change any of

the feature settings using the Valet/program switch. However, this process can be greatly simplified by using the

Bitwriter®. Any of the settings can be changed and then assigned to one of up to four transmitters. This feature

is called Owner Recognition. Each time that particular transmitter is used to disarm the system, the assigned

feature settings will be recalled. Owner Recognition is only possible when programming the unit via the

Bitwriter®.

If programming with the Bitwriter®, the learn routine can be locked or unlocked. If the learn routine has

previously been locked, it must be unlocked before proceeding with reprogramming the learn routine. This

must be done by using either Bitwriter® - this cannot be done manually with the Valet switch. If the learn routine

is locked, features cannot be changed.

To enter the System Features Learn Routine™:

1. Open a door. (The GREEN wire, H1/8, or the VIOLET, H1/6 must be connected.)

2. Ignition. Turn the ignition on, then back off. (The heavy gauge PINK wire of the relay

satellite must be connected.)

3. Select a Menu. Press and HOLD the Valet/Program switch. (The Valet/Program switch must

be plugged into the blue port.) After three seconds the siren will chirp once indicating

entry to the Basic Features Menu. If this is the menu you wish to access, release the button

and go on to Step 4. If the button is not released, you will jump to the next menu and the

siren will chirp twice. There are three possible menus. Once you have selected the desired

menu, release the Valet/Program switch.

4. Select a Feature. Press and release the Valet/Program switch the number of times corre-

sponding to the feature you wish to change. For example, to access the third feature, press

and release 3 times. Then press the button once more and HOLD it. The siren will chirp the

number of times equal to the feature you have accessed.

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5. Program the Feature. While holding the Valet/Program switch, you can toggle the feature

on and off using the remote transmitter. Pressing the button that arms the system will

select the one chirp or default setting. Pressing the button that disarms the system (or the

Channel Two button when in the single button arm/disarm configuration) will select the

two chirp setting.

Note: Some features have more than two possible settings. Pressing will select the one chirp

setting, pressing will toggle through the two-chirp and higher settings.)

6. Release. Release the Valet/Program switch.

Once a feature is programmed:

■ Other features can be programmed within the same menu.

■ Another menu can be selected.

■ The learn routine can be exited if programming is complete.

To access another feature in the same menu:

1. Press and release the Valet/Program switch the number of times necessary to advance from the feature you

just programmed to the next one you want to program.

2. Then press the Valet/Program switch once more and HOLD it.

For example, if you just programmed the third feature in the menu and you would like to program the seventh

feature in the menu, you would press and release the Valet/Program switch four times and then press it once

more and HOLD it. The siren would chirp seven times to confirm access to the seventh feature.

To select another menu:

1. Press and hold the Valet/Program switch.

2. After three seconds, the unit will advance to the next menu and the siren will chirp, indicating which menu

has been accessed.

For example, if you just programmed some features in the first menu and you want to program a feature in the

third menu, press and HOLD the Valet/Program switch. After three seconds, the siren chirps twice indicating

access to the second menu. Continue to HOLD the button and three seconds later the siren will chirp three times

indicating access to the third menu. Features in the third menu are then programmable following steps 4 through

6 of the System Features Learn Routine procedure.

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To exit the learn routine:

The learn routine will be exited if any of the following occurs:

1. Close the open door.

2. Turn the ignition on.

3. There is no activity for longer than 15 seconds.

4. The Valet/Program switch is pressed too many times.

feature menusThe default settings are indicated in bold type. Features that have additional settings that can be programmed

using the Bitwriter® are indicated with an asterisk (*).

FEATURE NUMBER ONE-CHIRP SETTING (DEFAULT) TWO-CHIRP SETTING

1-1 Active arming Passive arming

1-2 Arm/disarm chirps on Arm/disarm chirps off

1-3 Ignition lock ON Ignition lock OFF

1-4 Ignition unlock ON Ignition unlock OFF

1-5 Active locking only Passive locking

1-6 Panic with ignition on No panic with ignition on

1-7 0.8 second door lock pulses (1) 3.5 (2), 0.4 (3) seconds

1-8 Forced passive arming on Forced passive arming off

1-9 Automatic engine disable on Automatic engine disable off

1-10 Armed When Driving (AWD) on AWD off

1-11 Code Hopping on Code Hopping off

1-12 Horn Output Pulsed Constant

1-13 Horn function Full Alarm Only (1) Siren function - chirp length20mS (2)/30mS (3)/40mS (4)/50mS (5)

1-14 Comfort Closure ON Comfort Closure OFF

NOTE: The numbers in parentheses indicate the number of times the siren will chirp and theLED will flash.

menu #1 - basic features

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FEATURE NUMBER ONE-CHIRP SETTING (DEFAULT) TWO-CHIRP SETTING

2-1 30 second siren duration* 60 second siren duration*

2-2 Nuisance Prevention Circuitry ON Nuisance Prevention Circuitry OFF

2-3 Progressive door trigger Instant door trigger

2-4 Disarm from Valet, 1 pulse Disarm from Valet, 2-5 pulses

2-5 Door sensor bypass chirp ON Door sensor bypass chirp OFF

2-6 Ignition controlled domelight ON Ignition controlled domelight OFF

2-7 Unlock output 1 pulse Unlock output 2 pulses

2-8 Lock output 1 pulse Lock output 2 pulses

2-9 Factory disarm with Channel Two ON Factory disarm with Channel Two OFF

2-10 FAD function with Unlock (1) Before Unlock (2), Remote Start only (3)

2-11 FAD 1 pulse 2 pulses

2-12 Channel 4 validity (1) Latched (2), Latch reset with ignition (3), 30-sec. timed (4)

2-13 Channel 4 linking None (1) Arm (2), Disarm (3), Remote Start (4)

2-14 Channel 5 validity (1) Latched (2), Latch reset with ignition (3), 30-sec. timed (4)

2-15 Channel 5 linking None (1) Arm (2), Disarm (3), Remote Start (4)

2-16 Channel 6 validity (1) Latched (2), Latch reset with ignition (3), 30-sec. timed (4)

2-17 Channel 6 linking None (1) Arm (2), Disarm (3), Remote Start (4)

*NOTE: The Bitwriter® can set 1-180 seconds.

menu #2 - advanced features

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FEATURE ONE-CHIRP SETTING (DEFAULT) TWO-CHIRP SETTING

3-1 Engine checking ON Engine checking OFF

3-2 Engine checking TACH Engine checking VOLTAGE

3-3 Run time: 12 minutes (1) Run time: 24 (2) or 60 (3) minutes

3-4 Parking lights flashing Parking lights constant

3-5 Crank time: 0.6 seconds (1) 0.8 (2), 1.0 (3), 1.2 (4), 1.4 (5), 1.6 (6), 1.8 (7), 2.0 (8), 4.0 (9) sec.

3-6 Voltage check - high Voltage check - low

3-7 Short Run/Turbo–1 min. (1) 3 (2), 5 (3), 10 (4) min.

3-8 Activation pulse count–1 Activation pulse count: 2

3-9 2nd Ignition/Acc output: ignition Accessory

3-10 Acc state during wait to start: OFF ON

3-11 2nd status output: Normal (1) Rear defogger: latch 10 min. (2)/pulse (3)

3-12 Anti grind: ON Anti grind: OFF

3-13 Diesel timer Wait-to-Start input (1) Timed 15 (2), 30 (3), 45 (4) seconds*

3-14 Timer mode—Timed Starts Temperature Starts

3-15 Run Time (Timer Mode) 12 minutes (1) 3 (2), 6 (3), 9 (4) minutes**

*NOTE: The Bitwriter® can set 1-90 seconds.

**NOTE: The Bitwriter® can set 1-16 minutes.

menu #3 - remote start options

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feature descriptionsThe features of the system are described below. Features that have additional settings that can be selected only

when programming with the Bitwriter® are indicated by the following icon:

1-1 ACTIVE/PASSIVE ARMING: When active arming is selected, the system will only arm when the transmitter is

used. When set to passive, the system will arm automatically 30 seconds after the last door is closed. To alert

the consumer of passive arming, the siren will chirp 20 seconds after the door is closed. This provides the con-

sumer with an audible warning prior to the system actually arming. At the 30 second mark, the system will arm,

but the siren will not chirp.

1-2 CHIRPS ON/OFF: This feature controls the chirps that confirm the arming and disarming of the system.

1-3 IGNITION LOCK ON/OFF: When turned on, the doors will lock three seconds after the ignition is turned on

and unlock when the ignition is turned off.

1-4 IGNITION UNLOCK ON/OFF: When ON this feature will unlock the doors when the ignition is turned off.

1-5 ACTIVE/PASSIVE LOCKING: If passive arming is selected in Feature 1-1, then the system can be programmed

to either lock the doors when passive arming occurs, or only lock the doors when the system is armed via the

transmitter. Active locking means the system will not lock the doors when it passively arms. Passive locking

means that the system will lock the doors when it passively arms.

NOTE: Remember, when passive arming is selected, the unit will chirp 20 seconds after the last dooris closed. The system does not actually arm or lock the doors until 30 seconds after the door hasbeen closed.

1-6 PANIC WITH IGNITION ON: This feature controls whether or not the panic mode is available with the igni-

tion ON. In some states, there are laws prohibiting a siren sounding in a moving vehicle. This feature makes the

system compliant with these regulations.

1-7 DOOR LOCK PULSE DURATION: Some European vehicles, such as Mercedes-Benz and Audi, require longer lock

and unlock pulses to operate the vacuum pump. Programming the system to provide 3.5 second pulses, will

accommodate the door lock interface in these vehicles. The default setting is 0.8 second door lock pulses. Some

modification to the door lock harness (H2) is also necessary. (Refer to TechTip 1041 for wiring information

regarding (+/-) Door Lock Outputs Harness (H4)section, Type E - Mercedes-Benz and Audi -1985 and Newer"

diagram.) The 0.4 second pulse is required on some of the newer Chrysler and Ford vehicles.

menu #1 - basic features

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1-8 FORCED PASSIVE ARMING ON/OFF: To use this feature, passive arming must be selected in Feature 1-1. When

turned on, forced passive arming will ensure that the system will passively arm, even if a zone is left open or

invalid. Forced passive arming occurs one hour after the ignition is turned off.

1-9 AUTOMATIC ENGINE DISABLE (AED) ON/OFF: AED is a full-time, passive starter disable that works inde-

pendently of the security system. When turned on, the orange, ground-when-armed output (H1/1) will activate

30 seconds after the ignition is turned off. The LED will flash at half its normal rate when the ignition is turned

off to indicate that AED is active and will interrupt the starter in 30 seconds. AED does not occur in Valet mode

and can be bypassed using the emergency override procedure. The transmitter can be used to disarm AED,

however, the system must be armed and then disarmed, using the transmitter, to disarm AED.

1-10 ARMED WHILE DRIVING (AWD) ON/OFF: In the default setting (Armed While Driving), the system can be

armed with the ignition on. When armed, the ground-when-armed is not active and the sensors are bypassed.

The door triggers will remain active.

1-11 CODE HOPPING® ON/OFF: The system uses a mathematical formula to change its code each time the trans-

mitter and receiver communicate. This makes the group of bits or "word" from the transmitter very long. The

longer the word is, the easier it is to block its transmission to the unit. Disabling the Code Hopping® feature lets

the receiver ignore the Code Hopping® part of the transmitted word. As a result, the unit may have better range

with Code Hopping® off.

1-12 HORN OUTPUT PULSED/CONSTANT: Program for either a pulsed output or a continuous output when trig-

gered.

1-13 HORN FUNCTION (FULL ALARM ONLY)/SIREN FUNCTION (20mS, 30mS, 40mS, 50mS): Program for output

when the alarm is fully triggered or as the siren (arming/disarming and warnaway and full trigger with timing

options).

1-14 COMFORT CLOSURE—ON, OFF: The system can be programmed to close the windows when the system is armed.

A 20-second output starts 200mS after the last lock pulse. The Comfort Closure output will be canceled if the unlock

button is pressed. If programmed ON, the lock output wire provides this function.

2-1 SIREN DURATION 30/60 SECONDS: It is possible to program the unit to sound for 30 or 60 seconds

during the triggered sequence. Some states have laws regulating how long a security system can sound.

When using the Bitwriter®, the siren can be programmed to sound for any length of time from 1 second to 180

seconds.

menu #2 - advanced features

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2-2 NUISANCE PREVENTION® CIRCUITRY (NPC) ON/OFF: NPC stops repeated triggering of the same zone. If one

zone is triggered three times in one hour, that zone is bypassed for one hour, starting from the time of the third

trigger. During that hour, if the system sees a trigger on that zone again, the system resets the one hour timer.

If one hour passes and the zone has not triggered again, the zone is activated and can trigger the system again.

NPC only monitors sensor inputs, and does not bypass the door trigger or the ignition trigger at any time. If NPC

is turned off, the system will respond to repeated triggers on the sensor inputs and will do so indefinitely. Some

states have laws regulating how many times a security system can trigger before it is considered a nuisance and

the vehicle is towed away.

2-3 PROGRESSIVE DOOR TRIGGER ON/OFF: The system responds to a door trigger input with a progressive

response. When the door is opened with the system armed, the siren will chirp 10 times prior to the full trig-

gered sequence. The door trigger is still treated as an instant trigger and closing the door quickly will not prevent

full triggered sequence from occurring. If the progressive door trigger is programmed off, the full siren output

will occur the moment the door is opened.

2-4 VALET DISARM PULSE COUNT 1 TO 5 PULSES: The system can be programmed to count the number of presses

of the valet switch before disarming the security system. The factory default setting is one pulse. The unit can

also be set for two to five pulses.

Ghost Switch option: For added security, the GRAY wire on the two-pin Valet/Program plug can be connected to

any switch in the vehicle that provides a positive (+) momentary pulse.

2-5 DOOR SENSOR BYPASS CHIRP ON/OFF: This feature controls the error chirp that is generated if the system

is armed with the door trigger active. This is useful in vehicles that have a long dome light delay after the door

has been closed. If the system is armed before the dome light has turned off, the security system will generate

the door trigger error chirp. If this error chirp is not desired, use this feature to disable the door open error chirp.

If the bypass chirp is turned off, no bypass chirp will be generated, even if a door is accidentally left open.

2-6 IGNITION CONTROLLED DOME LIGHT SUPERVISION ON/OFF: If turned on, the system will turn on the dome

light for 60 seconds when the ignition is turned off. The optional dome light supervision feature must be installed

as described in the Wire Connection Guide.

2-7 UNLOCK OUTPUT—1, 2 PULSES: This will program the unlock output to one or two pulses. When the double

pulse unlock feature is turned on, the BLUE door lock harness wire will supply two negative pulses instead of a

single pulse. At the same time, the GREEN door lock harness wire will supply two positive pulses instead of a

single pulse. This makes it possible to directly interface with double pulse vehicles without any extra parts for

unlock and lock outputs (see below).

2-8 LOCK OUTPUT—1, 2 PULSES: This will program the lock output to one or two pulses. When the double pulse

lock feature is turned on, the BLUE door lock harness wire will supply two positive pulses instead of a single

pulse. At the same time, the GREEN door lock harness wire will supply two negative pulses instead of a single

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pulse.

2-9 FACTORY ALARM DISARM WITH CHANNEL 2: In the default setting the factory alarm disarm output will

disarm the factory alarm system any time the button(s) controlling Channel Two is pressed.

2-10 FACTORY ALARM DISARM—WITH UNLOCK, BEFORE UNLOCK, REMOTE START ONLY: In the default setting the

factory alarm disarm output will disarm the factory alarm system any time the button(s) controlling Unlock is pressed.

The “Before Unlock” output to disarms the factory alarm before the unlock output activates and before remote start

is activated. The “Remote Start Only” output disarms the factory alarm only before the remote start is activated.

2-11 FACTORY ALARM DISARM PULSES—SINGLE, DOUBLE: Selectable for a single or double-pulse for the vehicle’s

factory alarm disarm input requirements.

2-12 CHANNEL 4 VALIDITY/LATCHED/LATCHED RESET WITH IGNITION/30 SECOND TIMED OUTPUT: This wire pro-

vides a (-) 200mA output whenever the transmitter button(s) controlling Channel 4 is pressed. This output can

be programmed to provide the following types of outputs (see also the Feature Menus section):

■ Validity: Output that will send a signal as long as the transmission is received.

■ Latched: Output that will send a signal when the Channel 4 button(s) is pressed and will continue until the

same button(s) is pressed again.

■ Latched, reset with ignition: Similar to the latched output, this type of output turns on the first time the

Channel 4 button(s) is pressed and turns off the next time the same button is pressed. This type of output

additionally stops and resets whenever the ignition is turned on and then off.

■ 30-second timed: Output that will send a continuous signal for 30 seconds.

Note: All auxilary channel timed outputs can be programmed using the Bitwriter® (1-90 seconds).

2-13 CHANNEL 4 LINKING (NONE)/ARM, DISARM, REMOTE START: When programming to validity or timed

output this can be programmed to activate when arming or disarming (or remote start) with the transmitter.

2-14 CHANNEL 5 VALIDITY/LATCHED/LATCHED RESET WITH IGNITION/30 SECOND TIMED OUTPUT: Channel Five

can be programmed for these output configurations. The unit is set to the default validity output. To change the

configuration, use the two-chirp setting to toggle through the different configurations. Refer to feature 2-10 for

additional detail.

2-15 CHANNEL 5 LINKING (NONE)/ARM, DISARM, REMOTE START: Refer to feature 2-13 for additional detail.

2-16 CHANNEL 6 VALIDITY/LATCHED/LATCHED RESET WITH IGNITION/30 SECOND TIMED OUTPUT: Channel Five

can be programmed for these output configurations. The unit is set to the default validity output. To change the

configuration, use the two-chirp setting to toggle through the different configurations. Refer to feature 2-10 for

additional detail.

2-17 CHANNEL 6 LINKING (NONE)/ARM, DISARM, REMOTE START: Refer to feature 2-13 for additional detail.

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3-1 ENGINE CHECKING ON/OFF: In the default setting the remote start will monitor either the vehicle's tach

wire or voltage depending on the programming of feature 3-2. If programmed OFF the vehicle will crank for the

programmed crank time (feature 3-5) and will not verify with tach or voltage that the car is running. In the OFF

setting, if the vehicle fails to start, the ignition can stay on for the entire run duration. Using tach or voltage

check is always recommended if possible.

3-2 CHECKING TYPE TACH/VOLTAGE: Selects the method of engine monitoring. If set to TACHOMETER the unit

will reference the learned tach signal to disengage the starter. In addition it will monitor the RPM and shut down

if the engine RPM is too high or too low. When set to VOLTAGE, the unit will crank the starter for the programmed

time and then attempt to sense that the engine is running by detecting an increase in voltage. The threshold

for the voltage check is selectable in feature 3-6.

3-3 RUN TIME 12, 24, 60 MINUTES: Selects the time in minutes that the system will operate the engine

until the system "times out". This is the maximum operation period and the system may be shut down

using a shutdown at any time. Using the Bitwriter®, the run time can be programmed for any duration from 1-

60 minutes.

3-4 PARKING LIGHTS FLASHING/CONSTANT: In the default setting, the unit will flash the vehicle's parking lights

(if connected) while remote started. The constant setting will turn the parking lights on solid for the entire run

duration.

3-5 CRANK TIME 0.6/0.8/1.0/1.2/1.4/1.6/1.8/2.0/4.0 SECONDS: If the unit is programmed for no engine

checking or voltage sense, the crank time must be set to the appropriate duration. The default setting is 0.6

second. If a different crank time is desired, select feature 3-5 and select either 0.6 second by using the one-

chirp setting or toggle through the higher settings by using the two-chirp settings.

3-6 VOLTAGE CHECK HI/LOW: This feature only functions when programmed for voltage sense. Some vehicles

have many accessories, which are turned on when remote started. In these vehicles, the variation of voltage

between the engine off and the car running is very small and the remote start unit may "think" the vehicle has

not started. This can cause the remote start to shut-down after the car has been started. If this happens program

this feature to the LOW position.

3-7 SHORT RUN/TURBO 1/3/5/10 MINUTES: When the and buttons on the transmitter are pressed

simultaneously, the vehicle will start for the programmed short run time. The factory default is 1 minute.

3-8 ACTIVATION PULSE COUNT 1/2: This allows the system to use 1 or 2 pulses to activate the remote start

sequence. The default setting is 2-pulses.

Note: 1 or 2 pulses on the WHITE/BLUE remote start activation input wire as well as thebutton of the remote control.

menu #3 - remote start options

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3-9 2nd IGNITION/ACCESSORY OUTPUT: This will allow the PINK/WHITE to be used as a 2nd ignition or an acces-

sory. The default is 2nd ignition.

3-10 ACCESSORY STATE DURING WAIT-TO-START OFF/ON: This feature will allow the selection of the accessory

output to be ON or OFF during wait-to-start.

3-11 2nd STATUS OUTPUT NORMAL/REAR DEFOGGER LATCHED 10-MIN/PULSE: This feature will allow selection

of status output or a rear defogger mode that turns on ten seconds after the vehicle has started if the vehicle

interior temperature is below 55 degrees F. The defogger mode has two selections, latched or pulsed. Latched

mode will only stay on for 10 minutes.

3-12 ANTI-GRIND ON/OFF: With the anti-grind On (default) the ground-when-armed output will be active during

remote start operation. If accessories such as a voice module or window module are added to the unit, it may be

necessary to program this feature off.

3-13 DIESEL TIMER—WAIT-TO-START/15, 30, 45 SECONDS: Default is the “Wait-to-Start” input control

wire, or programmable to ignore the input control wire by a delay of 15, 30, or 45 seconds. This feature

can be also programmed with the Bitwriter® and with a delay from 1 to 90 seconds.

3-14 TIMER MODE—TIMED STARTS/TEMPERATURE STARTS: The system will start every 3-hours until can-

celed by the brake, hood, or neutral safety shut-down wires (a maximum of 6 times). The temperature start

mode will not start the vehicle unless the interior temperature of the vehicle is less than 0 degrees F. The tem-

perature start mode will exit after 18 hours.

3-15 RUN TIME (TIMER MODE)—12, 3, 6, 9 MINUTES: Selects the time in minutes that the system will

operate the engine until the system "times out". This is the maximum operation period and the system

may be shut down using a shutdown at any time. Using the Bitwriter®, the run time can be programmed for any

duration from 1-16 minutes.

nuisance prevention® circuitryNPC requires that you change the way you test the system as NPC will bypass an input zone for 60 minutes. If

the system “sees” the same zone trigger three times AND the triggers are spaced less than an hour apart, the

system will bypass that input zone for 60 minutes. If that zone does not attempt to trigger the system during

the 60-minute bypass period, the zone’s monitoring will begin again at the end of the hour. If it does attempt

to trigger while bypassed, the 60-minute bypass starts over again.

Disarming and rearming the system does not reset NPC. The only way to reset NPC is for the 60 minutes to pass,

without a trigger, or for the ignition to be turned on. This allows the system to be repeatedly triggered, disarmed

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and rearmed, and still allow NPC to bypass a faulty zone.

When disarming the system, 5 chirps indicate NPC is activated. The LED will report the zone that has been

bypassed. (See Diagnostics section of this guide.)

valet modeTo enter or exit valet mode with the valet/program switch:

1. Turn the ignition key on and then off.

2. At anytime during the next 10 seconds, press and release the Valet switch. Now the Status

LED will light constantly if you have entered Valet® Mode, and go out if you have exited

Valet Mode.

To enter or exit Valet mode with the transmitter:

To enter or exit Valet Mode with a transmitter:

1. Open any door.

2. Press on the transmitter.

3. Press .

4. Press again. You have now entered or exited Valet Mode (verify by checking your status LED).

rear defogger controlThe rear defogger output can be remotely turned on/off any time using the remote control. The default setting

is ON.

To turn the rear defogger output OFF:

1. Press & release the and and buttons of the remote control.

2. The parking lights will flash 2-times.

3. The rear defogger output will no longer activate when the vehicle is remote started.

NOTE: If the remote start is On the lights will turn off then flash 2-times before returning to theirnormal output and the defogger output, if active, will cease.

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To turn the rear defogger output ON:

1. Press & release the and and buttons of the remote control.

2. The parking lights will flash 3-times.

3. The rear defogger output will once again activate when the vehicle is remote started.

NOTE: If the remote start is On the lights will turn off then flash 3-times before returning to theirnormal output and the defogger output will activate as programmed.

timer modeThis unit can be programmed to start and run the engine every three hours, for a maximum of six cycles. The

engine will run for the programmed run time and then shut down. After three hours, the system will restart the engine.

IMPORTANT! Timer Mode should be used only in open areas. Never start and run the vehicle in anenclosed space such as a garage or carport.

To enter or exit timer mode with the transmitter:

The same procedure may be used to enter or exit Timer Mode using the remote transmitter:

1. Remote start the vehicle by pressing and simultaneously.

2. The lights will flash 4-times.

3. After 1-second the car will start and the timer mode will run for the specified time period.

The system is in Timer Mode. The engine may be allowed to run for its programmed run time, or the transmitter

can be used to shut down the engine. Either way, the remote start system will restart the engine again in three

hours. Timer Mode is exited automatically after the sixth run cycle.

To enter or exit timer mode manually:

1. Make sure the remote start system is not operating the engine.

2. Turn the ignition on.

Timer Mode will be exited and the parking lights will flash four times.

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table of zonesWhen using the Diagnostic functions, use the Table of Zones to see which input has triggered the system. It is

also helpful in deciding which input to use when connecting optional sensors and switches.

NOTE: The Warn Away® response does not report on the LED.

shutdown diagnostics

1. With the ignition OFF, press and HOLD the Valet/Program switch.

2. Turn the ignition ON and then back OFF while HOLDING the Valet/Program switch.

3. Release the Valet/Program switch.

4. Press and release the Valet/Program switch. The LED will report the last shutdown for one minute or until

the ignition is turned on.

LED FLASHES SHUTDOWN MODE

One Timed out

Two Over-rev shutdown

Three Low or no RPM

Four Transmitter shutdown (or optional push-button)

Six (-) Shutdown (H3/4 GRAY) or (+) Shutdown (H3/3 BROWN)

Seven (-) Neutral safety shutdown (H3/1 BLACK/WHITE)

Eight Wait-to-start timed out

to perform shutdown diagnostics

ZONE NO. TRIGGER TYPE INPUT DESCRIPTION

1 Trunk Input BLUE (H1/7)

2 Multiplexed Shock Sensor Input Mux BLUE wire.

3 Door Trigger GREEN (H1/8) and VIOLET (H1/6).

4 Multiplexed Shock Sensor Input Mux GREEN wire

5 Ignition Yellow ribbon harness wire

6 Hood Brake Trigger GRAY on the 6-pin shutdown harness.

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long term event historyThe system stores the last two full triggers in memory. These are not erasable. Each time the unit sees a full trigger,

the older of the two triggers in memory will be replaced by the new trigger. To access long term event history:

1. With the ignition off, press and HOLD the Valet/Program switch.

2. Turn on the ignition.

3. Release the Valet/Program switch.

4. Press and release the Valet/Program switch within 5 seconds. The LED will flash in groups

indicating the last two zones that triggered the unit for one minute or until the ignition

is turned off.

NOTE: The Warn Away triggers are not stored to memory and will not be reported.

safety checkBefore vehicle reassembly, the remote system must be checked to ensure safe and trouble-free operation. The fol-

lowing test procedure must be used to verify proper installation and operation of the system. The installation

must be completed before testing, including connection to the brake switch and hood switch.

1. Test the BRAKE shutdown circuit: With the vehicle in Park (P), activate the remote start system. Once the

engine is running, press the brake pedal. The engine should shut down immediately. If the engine continues

to run, check the brake circuit connection.

2. Test the HOOD PIN shutdown circuit: With the vehicle in Park (P), open the hood. Activate the remote start

system. The vehicle should not start. If the starter engages, check your hood pin and connections.

NOTE: If programmed for Diesel Mode, the system will turn on the ignition, but the starter shouldnot engage with the hood open.

3. Test the NEUTRAL SAFETY shutdown circuit:

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IMPORTANT! Make sure there is adequate clearance to the front and rear of the vehicle beforeattempting this test.

a. Make sure the hood is closed and no other shutdown circuits are active.

b. Set the emergency brake.

c. Turn the ignition key to the run position but do not start the engine.

d. Put the vehicle in Drive (D).

e. Put your foot over the brake pedal but do not press down on it. Be ready to step on the brake to shut-

down the remote start system.

f. Activate the remote start system.

■ If the starter engages, immediately step on the brake to shut down the system. If it does engage,

recheck the neutral safety input connection. The vehicle may use a mechanical neutral safety switch.

(See H3/1 BLACK/WHITE neutral safety switch input in Remote Start Harness Wire Connection Guide

section of this guide.)

■ If the starter does not engage, the test is complete.

Once the system passes the three tests, the vehicle can be re-assembled and delivered. Do not the use the remote

start system or finalize the installation if it fails any of the safety check tests.

troubleshooting

■ Shock sensor doesn't trigger the alarm:

Has the NPC® system been triggered? If so, you will hear 5 chirps when disarming. To check this, turn the igni-

tion key on and off to clear the NPC®'s memory, and then retest the shock sensor. For a detailed description of

NPC®, see Nuisance Prevention Circuitry section of this guide.

■ Door input does not immediately trigger full alarm. Instead, chirps are heard for the first 3 seconds:

That's how the progressive two-stage door input works! This is a feature of this system. This is an instant trigger,

remember, since even if the door is instantly closed again, the progression from chirps to constant siren will continue.

■ Closing the door triggers the system, but opening the door does not:

Have you correctly identified the type of door switch system? This happens often when the wrong door input has

been used. (See Door Lock Harness Wire Connection Guide section of this guide.)

■ System will not passively arm until it is remotely armed and then disarmed:

Are the door inputs connected? Is the H1/6 blue wire connected to the door trigger wire in the vehicle? Either

the H1/5 green or the H1/7 violet should be used instead. (See wiring diagrams.)

alarm troubleshooting

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■ Door input does not respond with the progressive trigger, but with immediate full alarm:

Does the Status LED indicate that the trigger was caused by the shock sensor? (See Diagnostics section of this

guide.) The shock sensor, if set to extreme sensitivity, may be detecting the door unlatching before the door

switch sends its signal. Reducing the sensitivity can solve this problem.

■ The Valet/Program switch doesn't work.

Is it plugged into the correct socket? See Plug-In LED and Valet/Program Switch section of this guide.

■ Status LED doesn't work.

You've probably guessed already, but here goes: Is it plugged in? (See Plug-In LED and Valet/Program Switch

section of this guide.) Is the LED plugged into the correct socket?

■ Door locks operate backwards.

This unit has easily-reversed lock/unlock outputs. Recheck wire connections to see if you have reversed these.

■ The remote start will not activate.

1. Check the harnesses and their connections. Make sure that the harnesses are completely plugged into the

remote start module. Make sure there are good connections to the vehicle wiring.

2. Check voltage and fuses. Use a meter to check for voltage between the red wire in the 5-pin ribbon harness

and the black ground wire. If you have less than battery voltage, check the 3A and both 30A fuses on the

relay satellite. Also make sure that the ground wire connects to a good chassis ground point.

3. Check diagnostics. The diagnostics will tell you which shutdown is active or not connected.

■ The remote start will activate, but the starter never engages.

1. Check for voltage on the purple starter wire two seconds after the remote start becomes active. If there is

voltage present, skip to Step 4. If there is not voltage present, advance to Step 2.

2. Check the 30A fuses.

3. Check diagnostics. If the gray/black wire is detecting ground upon activation, the starter will not crank.

4. Make sure the purple starter wire is connected on the starter side of the optional starter kill/anti-grind relay.

5. Does the vehicle have an immobilizer? Some immobilizer systems will not allow the vehicle to crank if active.

6. Check connections. The two red heavy gauge input wires on the relay satellite should have solid connections.

"T-taps" or "scotch locks" are not recommended for any high current heavy gauge wiring. Also, if the vehicle

has more than one 12-volt input wire, then connect one red wire to each.

■ The vehicle starts, but immediately dies.

1. Does the vehicle have an immobilizer? The vehicle’s immobilizer will cut the fuel and/or spark during unau-

thorized starting attempts.

2. Is the remote start programmed for voltage sense? If so, the start time may not be set high enough, or you

may have to adjust the voltage threshold in programming. Voltage sense will not work on some vehicles.

remote start troubleshooting

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3. Check diagnostics. Sometimes a shutdown will become active during cranking or just after cranking.

■ The vehicle starts, but the starter keeps running.

1. Is the system programmed for engine checking off or voltage sense? When programmed for either of these

features, the engine cranks for the preprogrammed crank time regardless of how long it takes for the vehicle

to actually start. Adjust to a lower cranking time.

2. Was the Tach Learn successful? The LED must light solid and bright to indicate a successful learn.

3. Make sure that there is a tach signal at the purple/white tach input wire of the remote start. If there is not

a tach signal, recheck the connection to the vehicle’s tach wire and make sure the wire is not broken or

shorted to ground leading to the remote start.

■ The vehicle will start, but will only run for 10 seconds.

1. Is the remote start programmed for voltage sense? Try programming the unit for low voltage reference. If this

does not work, a tach wire should be used.

2. Check diagnostics.

■ The climate control system does not work while the unit is operating the vehicle.

Either the wrong accessory wire is being energized or more than one ignition or accessory wire must be ener-

gized in order to operate the climate control system.

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