Code Alarm CA 1551 User Manual

PROFESSIONAL

SERIES

CA 1551

Owner ’s Guide

Deluxe Vehicle Security and

Keyless Entry System with 2 Way

Confirming LCD Remote Control

IMPORTANT NOTE: The operation of the Security and Convenience System as described in this manual is

applicable to most vehicles. However, due to the configuration of some vehicles, some functions AND/OR

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS may not apply . Please see your installing dealer for more information.

Table of Contents

Using Your Remote Control ...............................................................3

Arming the Security System ............................................................3

Passive Arming Bypass ...................................................................3

Bypassing the Shock Sensor .......................................................... 3

Hidden Alarm Function......................................................................3

Disarming the Security System........................................................3

Two Stage Door Unlock (optional) ...................................................4

Activating Trunk Release (optional) ................................................4

Activating Optional AUX 1 (optional) ............................................... 4

Using the Progressive Car Finder Feature......................................4

Using the Personal Protection Alarm ............................................... 4

Programmed Transmitter Notification ..............................................4

Valet Mode ........................................................................................4

Manually Overriding the Security System ....................................... 5

Eliminating Arm / Disarm Notification Chirps....................................5

Car Jack Mode .................................................................................. 5

LED and Siren/Horn Indications ......................................................... 6

Additional 2-Way LCD Remote Control Functions ........................ 7

LCD Remote Control ICON’s ..............................................................9

Transmitter Button Functions .........................................................10

Replacing Remote Control Batteries ............................................. 11

Warranty Information .........................................................................12

Using Your Remote Control

Arming the Security System

To arm the system, exit the vehicle, close all doors, then press the button. The parking lights will flash 2 times, indicating the system is armed, has locked the doors (if equipped and connected) and activated the starter disable feature. The LED status indicator will blink steadily, once per second.

NOTE: The system is defaulted with Silent Choice enabled, which requires a second press of the button to activate an audible arming response from the vehicle.

Passive Arming Bypass

If passive arming is enabled on your system, while the system is disarmed, press

+ , the system will respond with 1 chirp and the LED will turn on. The security system will remain in this temporally bypassed state for as long as you wish. To exit passive bypass, press the or button and the system will return to normal status.

Bypassing The Shock Sensor

To arm the system and ignore the shock sensor press button, then within 5 seconds press + , the system will respond with 1 long chirp.

NOTE: The system will only change the shock sensor setting for one arm cycle and will be defaulted back to normal operation the next time the system is armed.

Hidden Alarm Function

Press the button first, within 3 seconds press the button to activate the hidden alarm function. The security system will arm with “Hidden Alarm Function” in which the siren / horn will be silenced if the system is triggered.

Disarming the Security System

To disarm the system press the button. The parking lights will flash 1 time, indicating the system is disarmed and has unlocked the doors (if equipped and connected).

NOTE: The system is defaulted with Silent Choice enabled, which requires a second press of the button to activate an audible arming response from the vehicle. If your system is set up for 2 step unlock, a third press of will activate the audible response.

*Throughout this manual, ‘press’ refers to pressing for less than 1 second; ‘press and hold’ refers to pressing for more than 2 seconds.

Two Stage Door Unlock (Optional)

If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing the button one time will unlock only the driver’s door. Press again within three seconds to unlock the remaining doors.

Activating the Trunk Release Feature (Optional)

If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the button for 3 seconds will open the vehicle’s trunk or hatch.

Activating Optional AUX 1 (Optional)

If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing the and buttons simultaneously will activate an optional feature. This feature can be programmed for a wide range of functions like power window or sunroof automation, please consult your installing dealer to determine the functionality of your system.

Using the Progressive Car Finder Feature

Press the button to locate your vehicle. The system will sound 5 times at low volume, increasing in volume each time the button is pressed.

Using the Personal Protection Alarm (Panic)

Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to activate the personal protection alarm. During panic mode, the normal function of the transmitter buttons will be suspended. The transmitter’s and buttons can be used to lock and unlock the door (if the option is installed). To stop the alarm, press and hold the button on the transmitter again for 3 seconds. The system will automatically stop after 30 seconds.

Programmed Transmitter Notification

As a security precaution each time the vehicle’s ignition is turn on the status LED light with flash the number of transmitters programmed into the system. This helps to identify unauthorized transmitters from accessing your vehicle. If you believe an unauthorized transmitter has been programmed to your system, contact your installing dealer for assistance.

Valet Mode

When valet mode is activated the status LED will light solid, and all security functions will be disabled. To enter or exit valet mode simply follow the 4 steps outlined below:

1. Turn the vehicle’s ignition ON.

2. Push and hold the programming/valet button.

3. The LED will turn on solid when valet mode is active

4. Release the programming/valet button.

Eliminating Arm / Disarm Notification Chirps

System ARM/DISARM chirps can be toggled ON or OFF without entering the programming feature banks.

1. Turn the ignition ON then OFF.

2. Press and release the valet/programming button 3 times. The system will respond with 1 chirp for ON or 2 chirps for OFF.

Manually Overriding the Security System

Your system can be disarmed without the use of the transmitter. This is necessary, since you will need the ability to operate your vehicle if the transmitter is lost or its battery fails. To by-pass the alarm system;

1. Open the vehicle door. The alarm will sound.

2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.

3. Within 10 seconds, press and release the valet push button switch.

The alarm system will stop sounding and enter the (by-passed) mode. You can now start and operate the vehicle normally.

Car Jack Mode

This feature must be turned on in system programming, please consult your installing dealer.

Triggering Car Jack mode: While the ignition is ON and press and hold + for 2 seconds, the parking lights will flash 1 time and the system will act as follows;

1. 50 seconds after being triggered the siren will chirp for 15 seconds, during this 15 seconds you will be alerted to push the valet button to turn off Car Jack mode. If Car Jack mode is not turned off at this time it will advance to the next step.

2. Following the 15 second chirps (total time now 65 seconds) the siren will go into full sound and the parking lights will start flashing.

3. 90 seconds after trigger in, addition to the siren and parking lights, the system will activate the starter kill. THE SYSTEM WILL REMAIN IN THIS STA TE UNTIL THE BA TTERY IS DEPLETED.

OVERRIDE THE SYSTEM TO TURN OFF CAR JACK MODE: Turn the ignition OFF then ON and press the valet button within 10 seconds.

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