AstroStart AF-RFK5225 User Manual
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2-WAY REMOTE CONTROL
RF KIT
USER MANUAL
MODEL AF-RFK5225
2-WAY E-XRT 5-button remote
with LCD display
(FRANÇAIS AU VERSO)
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GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS
This device complies with the Industry Canada Radio Standards Specification RSS 210. Its use is authorized
only on a no-interference, no-protection basis; in other words, this device must not be used if it is determined
that it causes harmful interference to services authorized by IC. In addition, the user of this device must accept
any radio interference that may be received, even if this interference could affect the operation of the device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference and
(2) this device must accept interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television, which can be determined by turning the
equipment OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from the one the receiver is
connected to.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
Warning:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Directed Electronics Canada Inc. could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
Directed Electronics Canada Inc.
2750, Alphonse-Gariepy ave.
Lachine, QC, H8T 3M2,
Canada
WWW.ASTROSTART.COM
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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING ASTROSTART’S RF REMOTE KIT!
We take this opportunity to remind you to properly defrost your windows and remove all the snow
on your vehicle before driving on public roads.
Rolling igloos are extremely dangerous!
We wish you an excellent journey!
USER GUIDE FOR AF-RFK5225 REMOTE SYSTEM.
Models AF-RFK5225 & AF-RFK623 are remote controls that offer basic start functions
including all the features required to achieve safe remote starting. They also offer central
locking features that allow you to control the door locks as well as releasing the trunk.
Some functionalities and b ehaviours may not b e availabl e on certain vehicle s.
Table of Contents
GOVERNMENTREGULATIONS __________________________________________________ 2
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS ________________________________________________________4
PREPARINGTHESYSTEMFOR REMOTESTARTINGFUNCTION (FORREMOTE‐START CAPABLE
SYSTEMSONLY)______________________________________________________________4
THE2‐ WAY5‐BUTTON REMOTECONTROLWITHLCDDISPLAY________________________5
THE BATTERY_______________________________________________________________ 6
5225– CONFIRMATIONS EMITTEDBYTHEREMOTE ________________________________8
LOCK/UNLO CK COMMANDSAND ALARMSYSTEMAR MING/DISARMING________________________9
STARTCOMMANDS (FORRE MOTE‐STARTCAPABLESYSTEMSONLY) __________________10
STARTINGTHEEN GINE________________________________________________________ 10
ADVANCEDFEATURES ________________________________________________________ 11
UTILITYCOMMANDS_________________________________________________________11
SETTINGTHEREMOTECONTROL _________________________________________________ 12
TABLE OFCOMMANDS________________________________________________________14
SAFETYCHECKS_____________________________________________________________15
HOODSWITCH _____________________________________________________________ 15
GEARSHIFTCHECK APPLICABLE TOAUTOMATICTRANSMISSION VEHICLES _____________________ 15
GLOSSARY _________________________________________________________________ 15
WARRANTY ________________________________________________________________ 16
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before using this prod uct, ple ase caref ully rea d the foll owing saf ety prec autions.
GENERAL RULES
• Never perform a remote start when a person or animal is inside the vehicle.
• Do not allow any person or animal to remain inside the vehicle when the engine is
running remotely (continuous mode).
• Immediately report any malfunction to the AstroStart dealer that performed the
installation.
• Under no circum stance can this product or its use be mod ified.
• Keep remo te controls aw ay from chi ldren.
• Have the engine tuned regularly to ensure optimal performance of your remote system.
• Make sur e that the windshield wipers an d the headlights are turned off before leaving
vehicle.
• Regularly check safety features that stop engine (see SAFETY CHECKS on page 14).
• Make sure you comply with all local regulations, which may prohibit leaving your
engine running when th e vehicl e is un attended in a p ublic pl ace.
• Always advise service personnel that your vehicle is equipped with a remote system.
• We strongly recommend
that you have your remote system checked annually.
Contact a dealer in your are a.
• All users of the vehicle should be aware
of the safety precautions and operation
procedures.
• Make sur e that the wa rning st icker is p resent o n the dr iver's wind ow.
PREPARING THE SYSTEM FOR REMOTE STARTING FUNCTION (FOR
REMOTE-START CAPABLE SYSTEMS ONLY)
When you exit the ve hicle, y ou need to prepar e the re mote star ter fo r its nex t use.
• Make sure th at the automatic-tr ansmissi on lever is in the "P" (Park) positi on.
• Set heatin g/air conditioning c ontrols to desired po sition (when the remot e starter starts
your engine, it will also turn on your climate control system).
• Turn your windshield wipers to the OFF position to avoid strain on the mechanism
should a start command be sent t o the vehicle when, for example, snow prevents the
wipers from moving.
• Make sure th at the headligh ts are turned OFF.
• Be sure not to leave your keys inside the vehicle. Certain rearming functions can
cause the doors to lock autom atically.
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THE 2-WAY 5-BUTTON REMOTE CONTROL WITH LCD DISPLAY
This remote control can c ontrol three separa te vehicles. A maxi mum of four remote c ontrols
can be assigned to a vehicle. S ee your dealer for a dditional rem ote controls.
5225 Front view
Antenna
LCD screen Side buttons
Lock button Unlock button
5225 Side view
Mini-USB
Charging Port
Programming
Remote Start
Status / Trunk
USING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL
To send a command, press for 1 second on the appropriate button. The remote control
beeps when a button is pressed (if this option is on). A command may not be sent if the
button is not pressed long enough.
¾ Advanced: Your remote control can command three separate vehicles (additional
systems required). To select a different vehicle, hold the “P” button ( ), located on
the side of the remote , for 1.5 sec onds.
The range of your remote control can be affected by a weak battery, interference from
nearby metal structur es, “hydro” poles , electronic devic es (with magnet ic fields), or crowde d
parking lots. If no confirma tion is received in a given locat ion, move away from the sources
of interference and activate the "Status" command ( on the side of the remote). The
module will inform you of the status of door locks, the alarm and of the engine.
Note that the commun ication between the vehicle and the transmitter operates in o nly one
direction at a time. This is why it is recommended to wait for confirmations. Otherwise,
communications could be cancelled out .
OUT OF RANGE
If the vehicle is out of range, t he remote will e mit a soft chirp a fter three (3) sec onds and will
show the “X” icon to i ndicate that the command has not been rec eived.
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