Audiovox AX-500 User Manual

Model AX-500

Installation Manual

Note: The method of manual override can either be selected to operate from the valet switch or operate as custom

code. Be certain to place a check mark indicating the method used in the box located on the last page of the owner's manual.

Note: When both Passive Arming and Voltage Sensing are selected, you must hardwire the driver’s door pin

switch in order to begin the passive arming sequence.

RF Programmable Features :

Feature Selection 1 Chirp 2 Chirps 3 Chirps 4 Chirps Default 1st Door L/UL 1 Sec. 3.5 Sec. 1 Sec L/Dbl. U/L 350mSuL/1SL 1 Sec.

2nd Accy Lock Auto Lock On Auto Lock Off Auto Lock Off 3rd Accy. UL Auto UL Dr Auto UL All Auto UL Off Auto UL Off 4th Headlights On Arm On Disarm On Both Off Both 5th Passive Locks Passive Active Active 6th Passive/Active Arm Passive Arm Active Arm Active Arm 7th Voltage Sense Voltage Sense Hardwire Hardwire 8th Siren/Horn Siren/Horn Siren Only Horn Only Siren/Horn 9th Horn Chirp 10mS 16mS 30mS 16mS 10th Override Method Custom Code Valet Valet 11th Two Step Unlock On Off Off 12th Chirp Delete From Tx On Off Off

To program these selectable features;

Action System Response Turn ignition on No response Press and release the valet switch 3 times 1 Chirp - LED 1 flash Within 3 seconds, turn ignition Off Short chirp, then long chirp

First Then On 1 chirp = 1 second door locks

Press transmitter Lock button to change 2 chirps = 3.5 second door locks Press transmitter Lock button to change 3 chirps = 1 sec. lock, dbl 1 sec. unlock

Second Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = auto locks off

Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = auto locks on

Third Press and release the valet switch 3 chirps = auto unlock off

Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = auto unlock drivers door only Press transmitter Lock button to change 2 chirps = auto unlock all doors

Fourth Press and release the valet switch 3 chirps = headlight output when arming and disarming

Press transmitter Lock button to change 4 chirps = headlight output off Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = headlight output when arming Press transmitter Lock button to change 2 chirps = headlight output when disarming

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Fifth Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = active locks

Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = passive locks

Sixth Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = active arming

Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = passive arming

Seventh Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = hardwire

Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = voltage sense

Eighth Press and release the valet switch 1 chirp = siren and horn output

Press transmitter Lock button to change 2 chirps = siren output only Press transmitter lock button to change 3 chirps = horn output only

Ninth Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = horn chirp output 16mS

Press transmitter Lock button to change 3 chirps = horn chirp output 30mS Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = horn chirp output 10 mS

Tenth Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = valet switch override operation

Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = custom code override operation

Eleventh Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = 2 step unlock off

Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = 2 step unlock on

Twelfth Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = chirp delete from transmitter inactive

Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = chirp delete from transmitter active Press and release the valet switch Exit program mode

Turn ignition key off Exit program mode

Note: Once you enter the feature programming mode, do not allow more than 15 seconds to pass between steps,

or the programming will be terminated.

INST ALLATION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS

Note: This system allows the transmitter to be programmed for single button lock/unlock or separate

button lock/unlock. The receiver is set up as follows:

Channel #1 = Lock/Unlock/Unlock 2 &Panic Channel #2 = If Programmed, Unlock/Unlock 2 & Panic Channel #3 = Channel 3 & Alternate Channel 3 Channel #4 = Channel 4 Output

Channel #5 = Channel 5 Output (If so Equipped) During the program routine, if a transmitter button is programmed into receiver channel 2, then the unit will always have separate lock/unlock from that transmitter . If during the program sequence receiver channel 1 is programmed, and received channel 2 is skipped over, as indicated in the transmitted program guide, then the unit will operate as a single button lock/unlock unit from that transmitter. It is possible to have one transmitter programmed for single button lock/unlock, and one transmitter programmed for separate button lock/unlock if the customer so desires. If you inadvertently incorrectly program the transmitter, please read the information on re-prioritizing found in the transmitter programming guide.

Control Module:

Select a mounting location inside the passenger compartment ( up behind the dash ), and secure using the two screws provided. The control module can also be secured in place using cable ties. Do not mount the control module in the engine compartment, as it is not waterproof. Y ou should also avoid mounting the unit directly onto factory installed electronic components. These components may cause RF interference, which can result in poor transmitter range or intermittent operation.

Siren:

Select a mounting location in the engine compartment that is well protected from access below the

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vehicle. A void areas near high heat components or moving parts within the engine comp artment. T o prevent water retention, the flared end of the siren must be pointed downward when mounted. Mount the siren to the selected location using the screws and bracket provided.

Hood or Trunk Pin Switch:

A pin switch is included for use in protecting the hood or trunk ( or hatchback ) of the vehicle. The switch must always be mounted to a grounded, metal surface of the vehicle. It is important to select a location where water cannot flow or collect, and to avoid all drip gutters on hood and trunk fender walls. Choose locations that are protected by rubber gaskets when the hood or trunk lid is closed. The pin switch can be mounted using the bracket provided, or direct mounted by drilling a ¼ “ diameter mounting hole. Keep in mind that when properly mounted, the plunger of the pin switch should depress at least ¼ “ when the hood or trunk lid is closed.

Dash Mounted L.E.D.:

A small L.E.D. is included that will serve as a visual indicator of the alarm status. It should be installed in the dash, located where it can be easily seen from outside the vehicle, yet not be distracting to the driver. Once a location has been selected, check behind the panel for wire routing access, and to confirm the drill will not damage any existing components as it passes through the panel. Drill a ¼ “ diameter hole, and pass the red and blue wires from the L.E.D. through the hole, from the front of the panel. Firmly press the body of the L.E.D. into the hole until fully seated.

Valet Switch:

Select a mounting location for the switch that is easily accessible to the driver of the vehicle. The switch does not have to be concealed, however, concealing the switch is always recommended, as this provides an even higher level of security to the vehicle. The valet switch can be mounted to the lower side of the dash by drilling a ¼ “ diameter hole in the selected location. Be sure to check behind the dash for adequate clearance for the body of the switch, and to confirm that the drill will not damage any existing components as it passes through the dash. Route the two pin connector toward the control module.

Shock Sensor:

Select a solid mounting surface for the shock sensor on the firewall inside the passenger compartment, and mount the sensor using the two screws provided. The shock sensor can also be secured to any fixed brace behind the dash using tie straps. Whichever mounting method is selected, make certain that the sensitivity adjustment is accessible for use later in the installation.

Large 8 Pin Edge Connector: Red/Purple (5Amp) & Red Fused (15Amp) Wires : + 12 VDC CONST ANT BA TTERY SOURCE

This wire controls the sensitivity of the voltage sensing circuit, which detects the turning on of an interior light when a door is opened. It will also detect the switching on of parking or headlamps, and in many cases will trigger the alarm when a thermostatically controlled electronic radiator cooling fan switches on. When installing this system into vehicles with electronic “ after fans “, it is recommended you disable the voltage sense circuit. In voltage sensing applications, the closer to the battery that the red wire is connected, the less sensitive the voltage sense circuitry will be. Moving this connection point to the fuse panel will increase the sensitivity , and connecting to the courtesy lamp fuse in the vehicle will provide maximum sensitivity of the voltage sense circuit. Be certain to set selectable feature # 7 to 1 chirp, V olt age Sense On. When hardwiring the control module to pin switches at all entry points, the voltage sense circuit must be disabled.

WIRING THE SYSTEM

Orange Wire: 300 mA GROUND OUTPUT WHEN ARMED - N. C. ST ARTER DISABLE

This wire is provided to control the starter cut relay . Connect the orange wire to terminal 86 of the relay. Connect relay terminal 85 to an ignition wire in the vehicle that is live when the key is in the on and crank positions and off when the key is in the off position. (This is where the yellow wire from the alarm should be connected). Cut the low current starter solenoid wire in the vehicle, and connect one side of the cut wire to relay terminal 87A. Connect the other side of the cut wire to relay terminal 30.

Note: This is a normally closed starter cut arrangement, and when power is removed from the

security system, the starter disable feature will not operate, allowing the vehicle to start. Audiovox does not recommend using the Orange wire to interrupt anything but the starting circuit of the vehicle.

Black w/ White trace Wire: Entry Illumination Ground Output

This wire provides a 30 second ground output (300 mA Max) whenever the remote is used to disarm the alarm or to unlock the doors and provides a continuous pulsed output whenever the alarm is triggered. This wire should be connected to an external relay and wired to the vehicles interior entry lighting whenever the optional Interior Illumination circuit is desired. See Wiring Diagram for details.

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