Clarion MS5500 INSTALLATION MANUAL

1. Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 1

2. Installation Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2

3. Mounting Components

Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3

Siren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3

EXT 2 Antenna (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4

Logic Sensor II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4

Override Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5

LED Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5

4. Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 6

5. Wiring Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7

6. Jumper Settings

Jumper Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 10

Accessing the Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 11

Setting the Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 11

7. Remote Transmitters

Remote Transmitter Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 12

Transmitter Operating Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 12

Two Car Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 14

Adding a New Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 15

Deleting Transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 15

8. Programming

System Initialization and Default Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 16

Arming Mode Selection (Active or Passive Arming) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 16

Entering System Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 16

Programmable System Parameters

1. Ignition Controlled Door Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 17

2. Ignition Controlled Door Unlocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 17

3. Logic Sensor II - Warn Away Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 17

4. Audible Tamper Alert Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 17

5. Double Pulse Door Unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 18

6. Auto Rearm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 18

7. Entry Delay for Passive Arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 18

8. Trunk Bypass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 18

9. Illuminated Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 18

10. Auxiliary Function 2 (Momentary / Latched / Timed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 18

11. Logic Sensor Defeat (Dedicated Remote Start Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 19

12 Transmitter Operating Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 19

9. Logic Sensor II

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 20

Warn Away Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 20

Remote Logic Sensor II Bypass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 21

10. Full Time System Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 21

11. Reference Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 22

12. Door Lock Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 23

13. Driver Door Priority Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 24

14. Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Page

Table of Contents

MS5500 Installation Manual - Page 1

1. Be sure to read the manual thoroughly before beginning the installation to ensure a proper understanding of the MS5500 and its functions.

2. Verify system contents:

❑ Main Unit ❑ Two 3-Button Remote Transmitters ❑ Siren ❑ Logic Sensor II ❑ Harnesses

• 14-Pin main harness

• 4-Pin auxiliary function harness

• 2-Pin Status LED harness

• 2-Pin Override Switch harness

• Pre-wired starter kill relay socket with relay

3. Discuss the location of the status LED and the Emergency Override Switch with the vehicle’s owner.

4. Discuss the optional features of the MS5500 and the features that must be programmed during installation, with the vehicle’s owner.

5. Check all of the vehicle’s operating systems before and after the installation.

Before You Begin

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1. Use a Volt / Ohm meter to test all wires. Do not use a test light.

2. Good power and ground connections are essential for proper operation.

3. Route all wires from the engine compartment to the interior of the vehicle through a grommet and use electrical tape and split loom tubing for protection.

4. When adding optional accessories such as door locks, window modules, etc., be sure to fuse each additional accessory power lead separately from the main power source. This will insure that the security system power is retained in the event that an accessory malfunctions.

5. Avoid extending the system’s wires, the supplied wiring harnesses provide sufficient length to connect to the required vehicle circuits. If a wire must be extended, be sure to use the appropriate gauge wire in order to avoid a drop in current.

6. Never bypass the fuses included in the MS5500 wiring harness. They are necessary safety items designed to protect both the system and the vehicle.

7. Be sure to perform a full function test of all of the systems components to verify proper operation. Also, be sure to check all of the vehicle’s operating systems before and after the installation.

8. For maximum security, disguise all system wires with black electrical tape and split loom tubing to prevent a thief from being able to identify the system wiring.

Installation Tips

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Main Unit

The main unit should be mounted in the interior of the vehicle. Do not mount the main unit in the engine compartment. For maximum security, avoid mounting the main unit where it will be easily accessible to a thief.

If you are mounting the unit under the dash board, be sure to mount the unit as high as possible and in a location where it will not interfere with the operation of the pedals.

Be sure to extend the antenna as high as possible so that optimum range can be achieved.

Before securing the unit, be sure that you have made all of the necessary jumper selections and perform a thorough function test of the system.

The case of the MS5500 is designed to be mounted using screws, or secured using wire ties through the wire tie mounting tabs on the bottom of the unit as shown below.

Siren

Mount the siren facing downward and away from sources of heat and face the opening downward to prevent water from collecting inside the housing. Be sure that the wires are not easily accessible from underneath the vehicle.

For maximum security, it is best to disguise all under hood system wires with factory style split loom tubing so that they cannot be easily identified by a thief.

Run all wires from the engine compartment into the interior of the vehicle through a grommet.

Mounting Components

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EXT2 Extended Range Antenna (optional)

The optional EXT2 is a tuned, coaxial antenna, designed to be used with the MS5500 security system to increase transmitter range. When properly installed, the EXT2 will add greater installation flexibility to the system, allowing the antenna to be placed high in the vehicle to achieve maximum range.

Open the cover of the MS5500 main unit and plug the 2-Pin EXT2 connector into the antenna port located directly on the alarm board, next to the existing antenna. Be sure that the side of the connector marked with a black dot (center conductor) is facing the side of the alarm opposite the alarm 14-Pin main connector.

Run the EXT2 cable through the same hole used for the existing antenna. Once you have replaced the cover, twist the existing antenna around the EXT2 cable to prevent any potential RF interference.

Route the EXT2 up as high as possible inside the vehicle and be sure to avoid running the exposed end of the cable along any wire harnesses.

Logic Sensor II

The Logic Sensor II, included with the system, is designed to be mounted in the interior of the vehicle using a tie wrap or double sided tape. Be sure to avoid mounting the sensor to sources of strong electrical interference such as cellular phone transceivers or the vehicle’s engine computer.

Suggested mounting locations are an air conditioning duct, or a dashboard or center console support brace.

Shock and Motion

When mounted horizontally, the Logic Sensor II will detect both shock and motion. The Logic Sensor II’s motion detection is most effective on the axis on which it is mounted, which means that careful selection of the mounting location of the sensor will help to insure it’s effectiveness. See Jumper Selections to select motion sensitivity.

Shock Only

When mounted vertically, the Logic Sensor will detect shock or impacts to the vehicle only and will be unaffected by slow rocking movements of the vehicle. This is especially useful in vehicles that are normally parked in areas subject to high wind or parked in

tall parking structures that tend to move or sway.

EXT2 cable

Black Dot

Existing Antenna

Connector

EXT2 coiled around existing antenna

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Mounting For Shock

and Motion Sensitivity

Mounting For

Shock Sensitivity Only

Motion Sensitivity

Front/Rear

Side to Side

Position

Best

Good

Least

Good

Override Switch

Mount the Override Switch in a location near the driver where it is easily accessible but not plainly visible. Plug the blue override switch connector into the blue 2-pin socket on the main unit.

Be sure that the switch cannot accidentally be pressed or damaged by movement of passengers or contents within the vehicle.

LED Status Indicator

Mount the status LED so that it is visible from both sides of the vehicle. Plug the white LED connector into white 2-pin socket on the Main Unit.

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Logic

Sensor II

Override

Switch

Status

LED

Wiring Diagram

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