Black Widow BW 4150 Installation Manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL

3RP 5-BUTTON SERIES

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM

WITH NETWORK INTERFACE

Before you begin the installation

•

Read the INSTRUCTIONS!

• Always use a multi-meter when verifying
vehicle wiring.

•

Before mounting the product,

verify with
the customer the desired location for the valet
switch and LED.

•

Protect the vehicle by using fender

covers.

•

Always look before drilling. Make sure
you will not cause damage to vehicle
hoses, electrical looms or physical damage
to vehicle.

• Set the Polarity Jumpers inside the main unit.
(see Jumper Settings)

Installation Instructions

Mounting System Module

Mount the system module under the dash
where it will be difficult for a potential
thief to locate the module, and away from
moving parts such as brake pedals, etc.

Route the antenna wire away from wire
looms, computer modules and metallic
objects for better range.

Mounting Siren

Mount the siren in a suitable place under
the hood, away from hot and moving
engine parts such as manifolds, fan belts,
etc. Make sure the siren cannot be
accessed from underneath the vehicle or
through the grill. Face the siren down so
that water cannot accumulate inside the
siren bell. Protect wires running through
the firewall using either tape or split loom
tubing. If a new hole is needed,protect the
wire from chaffing by installing a proper
size grommet.

Mounting Shock Sensor

Secure the shock sensor to the steering
column, thick wire harness or a dash brace,
using a wire tie. Make sure that the
adjustment screw is accessible for later
testing and adjustment.

INSTALLATION MANUAL

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Main Harness:

• BROWN WIRE - Siren wire output (+) 3A.
Connect to the siren’s red wire. Connect the
siren’s black wire to ground.

• BLACK WIRE - Ground input (-).Connect to
a solid chassis ground that is clean and free of
paint or dirt.

• ORANGE WIRE - Armed Output (-) 500mA.
Connect to a relay for optional circuit defeat
(See installation diagrams).The ORANGE wire
provides a ground when the unit is armed to
activate a fuel pump disable relay or other
device (i.e. window control module, etc.).

• BLUE/BLACK WIRE - Optional sensor input
(-). Connect this wire to the trigger output of
an optional sensor.

• YELLOW WIRE - +12V Ignition input.

Connect to a main ignition wire at the ignition
switch harness.This wire shows +12V when the
ignition is on and while cranking. The voltage
must not drop when the car is starting.

• BROWN/WHITE WIRE - Horn output (-)
500mA. Connect to an optional relay to activate

the vehicle’s horn when the alarm is triggered.

• BLACK/YELLOW WIRE - Auxiliary 3 output
(-) 500mA. Connect to a relay for an optional
feature such as headlight activation, etc. This
output may be programmed for momentary,
timed, or latched operation.

• GRAY WIRE - Auxiliary 1 output (-) 500mA.
Connect to a relay for optional features such as
trunk release, etc. This output is programmable
for momentary, timed, or latched operation.

• WHITE WIRE - Parking Light output (+/-)
10A relay. Connect to the vehicle’s parking light
wire.If the vehicle’s parking light circuit exceeds
10 amps a relay is required. For vehicle’s with
independent left and right parking light circuits,
the parking light wires must be connected using

diodes to keep the circuits separate.NOTE: Do
not connect the WHITE wire to the vehicle’s
headlight circuit.

• RED WIRE - +12V Battery input. Connect

the red fused wire on the main harness to a
constant +12V source.This source wire should
be at least 20 amp supply.

• BLACK/WHITE WIRE - Dome Light output
(+/–) 15A relay. Connect to the wire that
activates the vehicle’s dome light, usually the
door pin switch wire. NOTE: The dome light
output is usually connected to the same wire
used for the door trigger input (See GREEN
and VIOLET door trigger wires).

• BLUE/WHITE WIRE - Passenger Unlock
output (-) 500mA. Connect to an optional relay
to unlock the passenger doors when the system
is configured for Driver Priority Unlocking.

• WHITE/RED WIRE - Auxiliary 2 output (-)
500mA. Connect to a relay or module for an
optional feature such as power window
activation or remote start, etc.This output may
be programmed for momentary, timed, or
latched operation.

• VIOLET WIRE - Positive door trigger (+).
Connect to the door switch circuit wire that
shows +12V when the door is open. This type
of door circuit is usually found on Ford vehicles.

• GREEN WIRE - Negative door trigger (-).
Connect to the door switch circuit wire that
shows ground when the door is open.

• BLUE WIRE - Trunk/Hood trigger (-). Connect
the Blue wire to the trunk and/or optional hood
pin switches.The switch must provide a ground
output when switch is opened. If the optional
remote start module is installed, connect the
blue wire to the trunk pin switch only and
connect the hood pin input on the remote start
module to the hood pin switch only.

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Starter Defeat Connectors

Using a volt/ohm meter locate the starter wire
(normally a heavier gauge wire) at the ignition
switch. This wire will show +12V only during
cranking. When this wire is cut the vehicle will
be unable to start.

Cut the BROWN starter disable wire (with the
two female connectors),and connect one side to
the vehicle’s starter wire coming from the key
switch. Connect the other BROWN wire to the
wire going to the starter.

Plug the female connectors on the BROWN
wires to the .250 male spade lugs on the module.
With the BROWN wires connected to the
module, the vehicle should be able to start.

Plug in Connectors

4-Pin White Connector: Plug-in connector
port for dual stage shock sensor.

2-Pin Blue Connector: Plug-in connector port
for valet switch. Mount valet switch in an area
that is easily accessible from the driver’s position.

2-Pin Red Connector: Plug-in connector port
for LED. Mount LED in an area where it may be
easily seen from either side of the vehicle.

3-Pin White Door Lock Connector: Plug-in
connector port for door lock harness or
optional door lock relay module (PDLM-3).

• BLUE WIRE - negative unlock output (-)
500mA and positive lock output (+) 250mA.

• RED WIRE - constant +12V low current
output (+) for relay modules, or inverters.
300mA relay trigger only. Do NO

T use as a

power source for door lock relays.

• GREEN WIRE - negative lock output (-)
500mA and positive unlock output (-) 250mA.

3-Pin White Network Connector: The plug-in
network connector port is located on the side

of the main module. This network port may be
used with the optional personal computer
interface for diagnostics, software customization
and expanded programming options. The
network also offers connection to several
optional accessories.

Adding Transmitters

To add a new transmitter to the system have the
desired transmitters ready and follow the Code
Learning sequence.

To enter Code Learning Mode:

1. Turn the ignition on, off, on,off and leave on.

• The siren will chirp 3 times.

2. Press and hold the Valet switch for 5
seconds.

• The siren will chirp 5 times.

3. Press the Lock Button on the transmitter.

• The siren will chirp once.

4. Press Lock Button on the transmitter again.

• The siren will chirp twice.

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each additional
transmitter.

6. Turn off the ignition.

• The siren will chirp 3 times.

Two Car Operation

With the supplied 5-button transmitter it is
possible to control a second vehicle using the
same primary transmitter. For Car 2 enter the
Code Learning Mode as described above then
substitute the steps below for 3 and 4..

3. Press Button 5 twice followed by the Lock
Button.

• The siren will chirp once.

4. Press Button 5 twice followed by the Lock
Button.

• The siren will chirp twice.

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Entering Programming

To enter System Programming:

1. Turn on ignition.

2. Within 5 seconds, press valet switch 5
times.

• The siren will chirp 3 times, indicating

that you have entered Programming.

3. Press the valet switch the number times
equal to the Feature you want to change.

• The siren will chirp each time the valet

switch is pressed.

4. Within 5 seconds, press the transmitter
button corresponding to the desired
operating mode for that Feature.

• The siren will chirp to indicate the

setting.

One chirp = Button 1
Two chirps = Button 2
Three chirps = Button 3

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to change additional
features.

6. Turn off ignition to save changes.

Programmable Features

Step Function Button 1 Button 2 Button 3

1. Arming Mode Active Passive

2. Auto Rearm Off On

3. Normal/Silent Arming Normal Silent

4. Ignition Locking On Off Override Code Set

5. Ignition Unlocking All Doors Driver only Off

6. Door Unlock Pulse Single Double

7. Door Lock Pulse Width 1 second 3 seconds

8. Passive Locking Off On

9. Entry Delay with Passive Arming Off On

10. Bad Zone Report 5 seconds Off

11. Siren / Horn Chirps Siren only Horn chirps

12. Horn Honk / Alarming Output Flashing Continuous

13. Auxiliary 2 Auto Activate on Arming Off On

14. Auxiliary 1 Output Momentary Timed Latched

15. Auxiliary 2 Output Momentary Timed Latched

16. Auxiliary 3 Output Momentary Timed Latched

17. Trunk Disarm Feature Off On

18. Remote Start in Valet Mode (optional) Enabled Disabled

19. Start Module Program (optional) Learn RPM Gas Diesel

20. Automatic Starting (option) Disabled Temperature Voltage

21. FM Module Program (optional) Learn Module Learn Transmitter

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Programmable Features

1. Arming Mode. Select between manual
arming (Active) or automatic arming (Passive).

2. Auto Rearm. Automatically rearms the
system in case of accidental disarming. The
system must be armed for at least 10 seconds
before disarming, and the hood/trunk must not
be opened or Auto Rearm will be bypassed.

3. Arming Chirps. Select Normal or Silent
Arming.

4. Ignition Locking / Override Code Set.
Automatically locks the doors when the
ignition is turned on. The system will not lock
the doors if any door is open when the ignition
is turned on. Pressing Button 3 during this step
enters the Override Code Set mode. Press the
valet switch the desired number of tiimes from
1-15 to set the code.

5. Ignition Unlocking. Automatically unlocks
the doors when the ignition is turned off. Select
from all door unlock, driver's door only unlock,
or no unlock. (Note: Driver’s door only unlock
requires wiring the system for Passenger
Unlock. see Two Step Unlocking Diagrams.)

6. Door Unlock Pulse - Single/Double. Selects
between a single pulse or a double pulse door
unlock output.

7. Door Lock Pulse Width.Selects between a
1-second and a 4-second output for vehicles
equipped with vacuum door locking systems.

8. Passive Locking. Selects whether or not the
system will automatically lock the doors with
Auto Rearm and Passive Arming.

9. Door Entry Delay with Passive Arming.
When selected, the door input trigger will be
delayed for 15 seconds, allowing access to the
emergency override switch. Only delays when
the system is armed passively.

10. Bad Zone Report. Siren will chirp 3 times if
any zone remains open 5 seconds after arming.
If vehicle has delayed dome light, program this
feature to OFF.

11. Siren / Horn Chirps. When set for Horn
Chirps, the horn will honk when arming and
disarming allowing the siren to NOT be
installed.

12. Horn Honk / Arming Output. Selects
between pulsed or constant output for the
Brown/white wire.

13. Auxiliary 2 Auto Activate on Arming.When
selected, the Auxiliary 2 output will pulse upon
system arming to activate accessory items
when the system is armed.

14. Auxiliary Function I - Selectable for
Momentary,Timed, or Latched operation.

When Momentary operation is selected, the
system will provide an output for as long as the
Transmitter button is held.

When Latched operation is selected, the
system will provide an output that turns on
when the transmitter button is pressed and
turns off when the transmitter button is
pressed again.

When Timed operation is selected, the system
will provide an output that turns on for 30
seconds each time the transmitter button is
pressed. If the button is pressed again during
the 30 seconds, the output will turn off.

15. Auxiliary Function 2 - Selectable for
Momentary,Timed, or Latched operation.

16. Auxiliary Function 3 - Selectable for
Momentary, Timed, Latched operation or
Ignition Latched operation.

17. Trunk Disarm Feature. When selected,
activating the Auxiliary 1 function to open the
trunk will automatically disarm the system.

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18. Remote Start in Valet Mode. Determines if
the remote start feature will operate when the
alarm is set for valet mode.

19. Program RPM. When the remote start is
connected, pressing transmitter button I
"learns" the RPM. Pressing button 2 or 3 sets
the engine mode for gas or diesel.

20. Automatic Starting. Selects between off,low
temperature starting, and low voltage starting.

21. FM Transmitter Module. Pressing button 1
learns the add-on FM module ID so the FM
transmitter can operate the system. Pressing
button 2 learns the FM transmitter. After pressing
button 2 on the AM remote, press transmitter
button 1 on each FM remote (max 2).

Complete Default Reset

Following this procedure will set all User and
Installer Programming Parameters to factory
default settings.

1. Enter System Programming.

2. Press Transmitter Button 3.

• The siren will chirp 6 times indicating the
reset signal was received.

• All Installer and User Programming options
are now set to factory default settings.

3. Turn ignition off.

Test System and Adjust Shock Sensor

Arm and disarm system, checking that the siren
chirps and parking lights are functioning
normally. Make sure that the programmed
features are performing correctly, ie.: ignition
locks, passive arming, passive locks,etc.

Test the doors and hood/trunk inputs (make
sure all doors trigger the system, not just the
drivers door).

Adjust the shock sensor. (see Real-time Sensor
Adjustment Mode)

Arm the system and try starting the vehicle, it
should not start.

Arm the system and disarm it with the ignition
and valet switch.

If programmed to passively arm make sure that
the system arms properly.

Check the range of the remote transmitters.
Tie up wire harness,and replace any under dash

panels.
Make sure the customer has physical knowledge

of the location of the valet/override switch.

Real-time Sensor Adjustment Mode

This mode allows active testing of the shock
sensor and optional sensor input making
adjustments without arming the alarm.

To enter Sensor Adjustment mode:

1. Turn the ignition on.

2. Press the Shift Button (Button 5) 3 times,
then Button 3.

• The siren will chirp 4 times, indicating that

the sensor is ready to be tested.

3. Test the sensitivity. The siren will chirp a
number of times each time a sensor is
triggered.

• One chirp indicates the shock sensor.

• Two chirps indicates the warn away.

• Three chirps indicates the optional sensor.

4. To make shock senosr adjustments:

• Turn the adjustment screw on the sensor

clockwise to increase the sensitivity.

• Turn the adjustment screw on the sensor

counter clockwise to decrease the
sensitivity.

5. Turn off the ignition when the desired
sensitivity level is reached.

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BROWN/WHITE

HORN OUTPUT

87

86 85

87a

30

+12V

TO POSITIVE HORN WIRE

BROWN/WHITE

HORN OUTPUT

TO NEGATIVE HORN WIRE

87

86 85

87a

30

+12V

HORN HONK DIAGRAMS

87

86 85

87a

30

+12V

GRAY

AUX 1

OUTPUT

TO TRUNK

RELEASE WIRE

TRUNK RELEASE DIAGRAM

RELAY WIRING DIAGRAMS

87
8586

87a

30

x

x

FUSE

BLOCK

FUEL

PUMP

CUT

YELLOW

(IGNITION +12V)

ORANGE

ARMED OUTPUT

OPTIONAL CIRCUIT DISABLE

WHITE/RED

AUX 2

OUTPUT

87

86 85

87a

30

+12V

TO HEAD LIGHT WIRE

OPTIONAL HEADLIGHT ACTIVATION

Program the Auxiliary 2 output for timed operation and
the headlights will turn on with Aux 2 for the preset
timer duration then automatically turn off.

Program the Auxiliary 2 output for latched operation and
the headlights will turn on with Aux 2 and remain on until
the Auxiliary 2 function is pressed again.

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FACTORY
DOOR LOCK
RELAYS

(-) DOOR LOCK

(-) DOOR UNLOCK

BLUE

GREEN

LOCK/UNLOCK

SWITCH

L

UL

FACTORY
DOOR LOCK
RELAYS

(+) DOOR LOCK

(+) DOOR UNLOCK

GREEN

BLUE

LOCK/UNLOCK

SWITCH

L

UL

AFTER-MARKET

ACTUATORS

86

30

87

87a

85

86

30

87

87a

85

GREEN

BLUE

+12V

VACUUM PUMP

CUT

X

86

30

87

87a

85

LOCK/UNLOCK

SWITCH

L

UL

BLUE

+12V

86

30

87

87a

85

GREEN

FACTORY DOOR

MOTOR

CUT

X

CUT

X

86

30

87

87a

85

LOCK/UNLOCK

SWITCH

L

UL

BLUE

+12V

86

30

87

87a

85

GREEN

NEGATIVE PULSE LOCK SYSTEM

POSITIVE PULSE LOCK SYSTEM

ADDING ACTUATORS

VACUUM LOCK SYSTEM

REVERSE POLARITY LOCK SYSTEM

DOOR LOCK WIRING DIAGRAMS

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LOCK/UNLOCK

SWITCH

CUT

DRIVER'S DOOR

MOTOR

PASSENGER DOOR

MOTORS

X

(-) DOOR LOCK
(-) DOOR UNLOCK

L

UL

BLUE/WHITE

GREEN

BLUE

86

30

87

87a

85

+12V

FACTORY DOOR

LOCK MODULE

LOCK/UNLOCK

SWITCH

CUT

DRIVER'S DOOR

MOTOR

PASSENGER DOOR

MOTORS

X

(+) DOOR LOCK
(+) DOOR UNLOCK

L

UL

BLUE/WHITE

BLUE

86

30

87

87a

85

GREEN

86

30

87

87a

85

+12V

FACTORY DOOR

LOCK MODULE

DRIVER'S DOOR

MOTOR

PASSENGER DOOR

MOTORS

CUT

X

CUT

X

CUT

X

86

30

87

87a

85

LOCK/UNLOCK

SWITCH

L

UL

BLUE/WHITE

+12V

86

30

87

87a

85

BLUE

86

30

87

87a

85

GREEN

DRIVER'S DOOR

ACTUATOR

86

30

87

87a

85

86

30

87

87a

85

86

30

87

87a

85

PASSENGER DOOR

ACTUATORS

BLUE/WHITE

GREEN

BLUE

+12V

TWO-STEP UNLOCK

NEGATIVE PULSE

TWO-STEP UNLOCK

POSITIVE PULSE

TWO-STEP UNLOCK

REVERSE POLARITY

TWO-STEP UNLOCK

ADDING ACTUATORS

OPTIONAL TWO-STEP UNLOCK WIRING DIAGRAMS

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

Alarm does not operate.

Alarm will not Passively Arm.

Alarm will not enter Code
Learning Mode.

Alarm chirps 4 times 5
seconds after system is
Armed.

Parking lights do not flash.

Door locks do not lock/unlock
correctly, or action is reversed

Illuminated Entry does not
activate on upon disarm.

Probable Cause

Alarm in Valet Mode; Ignition
input has voltage on it;Missing
+12V or ground.

Unit is not programmed for
Passive Arming, wrong polarity
door input wire, Yellow
ignition input has 12V+ on it.

Ignition was not left in the on
position after turning it on &
off three times; Sequence not
performed rapidly enough (5
sec.);Valet/Override Switch is
defective or not plugged in.

Factory Dome light Delay is
longer than 5 seconds; Door
open or defective pin switch;
Shock sensor is not properly
adjusted or defective.

Wrong wire connected to the
White wire, or requires a
negative output.

Defective GREEN or BLUE wire
from door lock connector plug,
GREEN and BLUE wires reversed,
or wrong door lock wiring
diagram used.

Wrong polarity selected.

Suggested Correction

Take alarm out of Valet mode;
Turn key off and verify yellow
wire is connected to correct
ignition wire; Check +12V and
ground connections.

Program step #1 for Passive
Arming; Correct door switch
polarity; Change ignition input
wire; Make sure alarm is not in
Valet.

Leave ignition in on position;
Repeat procedure quicker;
Replace valet switch.

If dome light delay is longer
than 5 seconds program step
10 to OFF; Replace defective
pin switch; Adjust or replace
shock sensor.

Connect White wire to the
proper vehicle wire, Change
jumper polarity of Parking Light
relay (see Jumper Settings).

Check GREEN and BLUE wires on
door lock connector plug, Check
vehicle’s door lock system for
method of operation. Reverse
wiring to door relays.

Change jumper polarity of the
Dome Light relay.

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LED INDICATIONS

On Solid = Valet Mode
Slow Flash = System Armed
Rapid Flash = Passive Arming
2 Flashes = Shock Sensor
4 Flashes = Door Trigger
5 Flashes = Hood/Trunk

LED TAMPER ALERT

INDICATIONS

1 Flash = Optional Sensor
2 Flashes = Shock Sensor
4 Flashes = Door Trigger
5 Flashes = Hood/Trunk

TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED

Problem

Range is poor.

Vehicle starts when armed.

Car will not start when
system is disarmed.

Keyless entry does not
operate with remote.

Ignition triggered door lock
feature does not operate.

Car horn honks when system
disarmed and door is opened.

Car will not start and alarm
does not function properly.

Probable Cause

Antenna wire is grounded;
Module is picking up
interference from vehicle’s
electrical system.

Wrong starter wire was cut.
Ignition wire does not have
+12V while cranking.

Bad connection on brown
starter wire harness;
Defective starter defeat relay

Wrong door lock polarity;
Wrong lock wires connected.

Yellow wire does not show
+12V; Door is open; Door
trigger input wrong polarity.

Vehicle’s factory security
system needs to be disarmed.

Vehicle battery dead or drops
below 9 volts when trying to
start the vehicle.

Suggested Correction

Make sure antenna is not
grounded; Relocate module or
route antenna away from
computer modules.

Connect to proper starter
wire. Connect YELLOW wire
to proper ignition wire

Repair connection at starter
wire; Replace module.

See door lock diagram; Verify
vehicle lock/unlock wires.

Connect YELLOW wire to
ignition wire; Close door;
Change door trigger polarity.

Locate disarm wire (usually
located in drivers kick panel)
and use unlock pulse to disarm
factory system.

Charge or replace battery.

PARKING LIGHTS

FUNCTIONS

Flash 1x = Doors Locked
Flash 2x = Doors Unlocked
Flash 3x = Open Zone

Indication (after arming)

Flash 3x after Disarm =

Tamper Alert

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WIRING DIAGRAM

JUMPER SETTINGS

The output polarity for the built-in parking light and dome light relays is determined
by the placement of the jumper on the 3 pins next to each relay. The default settings
are illustrated below.

Jumper on Center Pin and Left Pin = Positive Output
Jumper on Center Pin and Right Pin = Negative Output

© 2002, DAVID LEVY COMPANY,INC.

64-4150, 8/02 Rev. 1

Parking Light

Relay

Dom e Light

Relay