AutoPage RF-503 Operation Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of the RF-503 vehicle security system.

AutoPage, Inc. Is one of the companies with the longest history and experience in vehicle security in the United States, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Iwata Electric Co., Tokyo, Japan. Iwata has been an industry leader for 45 years, establishing a reputation for ingenuity in its engineering capability and innovative communication products. AutoPage and Iwata maintain the long tradition of providing the best value to their customers.

We sincerely hope the purchase of the RF-503 vehicle security system provides peace of mind to you.

Please take the time to read over this operation manual to thoroughly familiarize yourself with the many features and options of the RF-503.

THIS PRODUCT IS DESIGNED FOR PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION ONLY !

!!NOTICE!!

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 ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED,

INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION RULES AND REGULATIONS

PROHIBIT THE ADJUSTMENT OF THE TRANSMITTER PORTION OF THIS

SYSTEM BY UNLICENSED PERSONNEL.

RF-503 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

A. REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER OPERATION

The remote control transmitters (XT-57) included with the RF-503 offer the code rolling feature which will prevent illegal use of a code-grabber with an attempt to record the code of your transmitter.

In addition to normal ON/OFF alarm operation, the unique four button transmitter allows you to “customize” certain alarm functions from the transmitter for your particular vehicle, or for changing conditions, such as traffic, the environment, etc. The transmitter has three buttons marked, I, II, & III, and referred to in this manual as Button I, II, and III, plus a smaller button marked “M”. This button indicates MODE and will be explained wherever it becomes necessary to use it throughout this manual.

1. ARM/DISARM

TO ARM THE RF-503

Press Button I once to arm. The vehicle horn, or siren (*) will chirp one (1) time, the parking lights will flash one (1) time, and all doors will lock (**).

TO DISARM THE RF503

Press Button I once to disarm. The vehicle horn, or siren (*) will chirp two (2) times, the parking lights will flash two (2) times, and the doors will unlock (**).

NOTE (*): The RF-503 is capable of two methods for audible alarm trigger. You may choose at the time of installation to honk the vehicle’s horn, you may choose the standard electronic siren, or both.

NOTE (**): Your vehicle must be equipped with power door locks. Optional relays may be required. Please read the manual for other door lock functions and/or options that may be controlled by the RF-503.

III

NOTE: If domelight supervision has been installed, the vehicle’s dome light(s) will illuminate with the disarm signal. The domelight will remain on for 60 seconds, or turn off immediately after switching on the ignition.

2. TEMPORARY ARM/DISARM CHIRP DELETE FROM REMOTE (Vehicle horn, or siren)

Upon approaching the vehicle (whether armed or disarmed) push Button II on the remote transmitter for a half (0.5) second, then very quickly push Button I on the transmitter to arm or disarm in the usual manner. The ARM/DISARM chirp sound will be silenced only for this particular arming or disarming cycle. The above-described sequence must be repeated each time it is desired to cancel the ARM/DISARM chirp sound.

3. PANIC FUNCTION

The RF-503 remote control may be used as a remote control panic switch to trigger the horn or siren in cases of emergency. To activate the PANIC FUNCTION press and hold the Button I on the remote transmitter for a minimum of three (3) seconds. The vehicle horn or siren will sound. To stop the PANIC FUNCTION press Button I on the transmitter one more time.

4. DELETING THE PREWARNING SENSOR CIRCUIT (Standard & Optional)

The RF-503 offers the dual stage SIS-5 shock sensor to prewarn a light impact on the vehicle with a horn or siren chirps. Additionally, a separate prewarn input is provided to connect other sensors to further enhance the prewarn feature.

To delete the prewarn sensor feature armed, press Button I again within five (5) seconds after arming. The horn or siren will confirm deletion with a low volume chirp.

NOTE: Utilizing the prewarn delete feature will delete both the standard shock sensor pre-warn circuit, as well as any optional sensors connected to the separate pre-warn input.

NOTE: Deleted sensor(s) will return to normal operation upon disarming the RF-503. The prewarn deletion procedure must be followed each time the RF-503 is armed.

NOTE: The prewarning feature is set inactive by the factory, and must be activated at the time of installation if this feature is desired.

5. CHANGING THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER BATTERY

The RF-503 remote transmitter uses one (1) 12 volt miniature battery, #EL12, #VR22, or Radio Shack #23-144. It will provide approximately one year of operation before replacement is necessary.

To replace the battery, carefully remove the case screw located at the end of the remote transmitter where the key ring attaches to its case. Use a small blade Phillips screwdriver. Use caution so as not to bend or otherwise damage the battery contacts. After replacing the battery, replace the case cover and carefully tighten the screw. Do not overtighten the screw. Test the transmitter to be sure it arms and disarms the alarm.

B. LED STATUS INDICATOR OPERATION

1. LED OFF = The RF-503 is disarmed.

2. LED CONSTANT ON = Indicates open trigger circuit. The alarm cannot be armed.

3. LED FAST FLASHING = Passive arming timer is counting down.

4. LED FLASHING = The RF-503 is armed.

5. LED FLASHING IN A 2 FLASH/HOLD SEQUENCE = Alarm breach.

NOTE: If the automatic rearm feature was chosen at the time of installation, a door must be opened after disarming. If a door is not opened, the RF-503 will automatically rearm in 60 seconds, and the LED will continue to flash. See section (F ) AUTOMATIC REARM for details.

C. AUDIBLE AND VISUAL ALARM STATUS INDICATOR

1. 1 CHIRP (VEHICLE HORN OR SIREN) WITH 1 LIGHT FLASH = Alarm is armed.

2. 2 CHIRPS (VEHICLE HORN OR SIREN) WITH 2 LIGHT FLASHES = Alarm is disarmed.

3. 4 CHIRPS (VEHICLE HORN OR SIREN) WITH 4 LIGHT FLASHES AND LED FLASHING IN A 2 FLASH/HOLD SEQUENCE = Alarm is disarmed and has been breached in your absence.

D. VALET/OVERRIDE SWITCH NOTE: Both the VALET and OVERRIDE functions are performed from the same switch.

1. OVERRIDE FUNCTION

The OVERRIDE FUNCTION may be used if the RF-503 remote is lost or inoperative. To operate the OVERRIDE FUNCTION, enter the vehicle (alarm will sound). Switch the ignition to ON. Move the VALET/OVERRIDE switch to ON, then OFF. The alarm will stop. The RF-503 will be disarmed. Quickly replace or service the remote transmitter to insure continued vehicle protection.

2. VALET FUNCTION

If PASSIVE (Automatic) arming is selected, the RF-503 may be placed into the VALET (stand-by) mode to allow for vehicle service, washing, or attendant parking without self-arming after the ignition has been switch off, and without leaving the RF-503 remote control with unauthorized individuals.

To operate the VALET FUNCTION, turn the vehicle ignition to ON and move the VALET/OVERRIDE switch to ON, then ignition OFF.

To return to normal operation, turn the vehicle ignition to ON and move the VALET/OVERRIDE switch to OFF, then ignition OFF.

3. KEYLESS ENTRY MODE

In the valet mode, the vehicle doors can be locked and unlocked using the remote if the remote door lock/unlock (*) has been installed. However, there will be no chirp confirmation. It is strongly recommended that the driver visually confirm that the doors are locked or unlocked.

NOTE (*): Your vehicle must be equipped with power door locks. Optional relays my be required.

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