Code Alarm CA 680 User Manual
Remote Vehicle Control System
CA 680
Owner's Manual
Deluxe Vehicle Security and Remote
Start System with Two Way
Confirming Dot Matrix 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 Y our Remote Control .......................................................... 3
Arming the security system
Pre-arm mode
Disarming the security system
Disabling/Enabling confirmation chirps
Attempted intrusion identification
Two stage door unlock*
Activating the trunk release feature*
Using Y our Remote Control, continued .................................... 4
Turning on the vehicle’s headlights*
Activating optional AUX 1*
Activating optional AUX 2*
Activating optional AUX 3*
Activating optional AUX 4*
Using the progressive car finder feature
Using the personal protection alarm
Using the transmitter flashlight feature
Using Your Remote Vehicle Starter...............................5
Remote starting your vehicle
Entering your vehicle while it is running via remote vehicle start
Using the safety (red handled) control switch
Preheating or Precooling the vehicle’s interior
Turning on the rear window defroster (optional)*
Using the “quick-stop” feature
Using Y our Remote V ehicle Starter, continued ...................... 6
Operating the 2 / 4 hour start up timer mode
Operating the temperature start mode
Using Y our Remote V ehicle Starter, continued ...................... 7
Operating the daily start timer
Remote start safety features
Using valet mode
Using the optional Turbo Timer feature*
Additional Dot Matrix Remote Control Features ..................... 8
Additional Dot Matrix Remote Control Features, Continued.. 9
Dot Matrix Remote Control Options Menu ............................10
Dot Matrix Remote Control Icons and their Indications...... 11
Optional Song Bird Feature* ................................................... 12
Replacing remote control batteries
Emergency Override Procedure ............................................13
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* May require additional installation labor, components and installation cost
Using Your Remote Control
Arming the Security System
To arm the system, exit the vehicle, close all doors, then press the LOCK icon button on the remote
control. The system will sound twice and the parking lights will flash twice, indicating the system is
armed. The doors will also lock at this time (if equipped and connected). The status indicator (blue
warning light on the dash) will blink steadily, once per second. To arm the system silently, press and
hold the LOCK icon button for 1 second. 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
status indicator (blue warning light on the dash) will blink steadily, once per second.
Pre-arm Mode
If the horn system sounds and the parking lights flash only once, this indicates that the vehicle’s
interior light is on or an entrance is left open. Check to see that all doors hood and trunk are closed
properly. Once all entrances are secured (and the interior light is off), this system will sound/flash
again. The system is now fully armed. (If the entrance is not secured within 4 minutes, the system will
arm and ignore the unsecured entrance until it is closed.)
Disarming the Security System
To disarm the system press the UNLOCK icon button. The system will sound and the parking lights
will flash once, and the doors will unlock (if equipped and connected). To disarm the system silently,
press and hold the UNLOCK icon button for 1 second. The parking lights will flash, indicating the
system is disarmed and has unlocked the doors (if equipped and connected).
Disabling/Enabling Confirmation Chirps
1. Turn the ignition key ON then OFF.
2. Within 10 seconds push and release the valet/override button 3 times.
3. The system will sound 2 times to disable confirmation chirps or 1 time to enable confirmation
chirps.
Attempted Intrusion Identification
This system will inform you if an intrusion attempt has occurred while you were away from the vehicle. If
an intrusion attempt occurred, the system will sound 4 times and the parking lights will flash 3 times
when disarming the system. Enter the vehicle an observe the dash mounted status LED to Identify
which zone was triggered.
1. Shock Sensor- 1 flash, pause 1 flash, etc.
2. Hood or Trunk Pin switch- 2 flashes, pause 2 flashes, etc.
3. Door Entry- 3 flashes, pause 3 flashes, etc.
The intrusion warning indicators are stored in the system’s memory and will be erased when the ignition
key is turned on.
Two Stage Door Unlock (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing the UNLOCK icon button one time on the remote
control will unlock only the driver’s door. Press disarm again to unlock the remaining doors.
Activating the Trunk Release Feature (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the TRUNK icon button on the remote
control for 2 seconds will open the vehicle’s trunk or hatch.
*Throughout this manual, ‘press’ refers to pressing for less than 1 second; ‘press and hold’ refers to pressing for more
than 2 seconds.
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Using Your Remote Control, continued
Turning on the Vehicle’s Headlights (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the LOCK icon button on the remote
control for 2 seconds will turn on the vehicle’s headlights for 30 seconds.
Activating Optional AUX 1 (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the LOCK icon button and the TRUNK
icon button on the remote control 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 functionality of your system.
Activating Optional AUX 2 (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the OPTION button on the remote
control will activate an optional feature. AUX 2 is generally used to turn on the rear window defroster
after the vehicle has been remote started, but can also be programmed for a wide range of functions,
please consult your installing dealer to determine functionality of your system.
Activating Optional AUX 3 (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the LOCK icon button and the OPTION
button on the remote control 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 functionality of your system.
Activating Optional AUX 4 (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the UNLOCK icon button and the
OPTION button on the remote control 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 functionality of your system.
Using the Progressive Car Finder Feature
2-way Dot Matrix Remote Control:
Press the LOCK icon button and the UNLOCK icon button on the remote control to locate your vehicle.
The system will sound 5 times at low volume increasing in volume each of 3 times the button is
pressed.
1-way Six Button Remote Control:
Press the “ * “ icon button on the remote control to locate your vehicle. The system will sound 5
times at low volume increasing in volume each of 3 times the button is pressed.
Using the Personal Protection Alarm (Panic)
2-way Dot Matrix Remote Control:
Press and hold the LOCK icon button and the UNLOCK icon button on the remote control for 2
seconds to activate the personal protection alarm. The system will sound for 30 seconds. Pressing
any button on the remote control will turn the personal protection alarm off.
1-Way Six Button Remote Control:
Press and hold the “ * “ icon button on the remote control for 2 seconds to activate the personal
protection alarm. The system will sound for 30 seconds. Pressing any button on the remote control
will turn the personal protection alarm off.
Using the Transmitter Flashlight Feature
The (1) 6 button (non-confirming) remote control included with your system has a flashlight bulb built
into the top of the remote control. Pressing and holding the LIGHT icon button on the remote control
will activate the flashlight until the button is released.
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Using Your Remote V ehicle S tarter
Remote Starting Your V ehicle
To activate the remote vehicle start function, press and release the OPTION button on the remote control
two (2) times within 2 seconds. The system will sound, the parking lights will flash 1 time and the system
will check the vehicle to ensure it is safe to start, if all safety parameters are correct, the vehicle will start
within 5 seconds (diesel vehicles will take longer). The vehicle’s parking lights will turn on (or flash
depending on system settings) as a visual indication that the vehicle has started and is running. Press
and release the OPTION button on the remote control two (2) times within 2 seconds again to turn the
vehicle off.
If your vehicle stalls or does not start, the system will pause 5 seconds, then try 2 more times to start the
vehicle (a total of 3 attempts). The system will pause 5 seconds between each start attempt. If the vehicle
does not start after the fourth attempt, the system will abort the remote vehicle start process.
Entering the Vehicle while it is running via Remote Vehicle Start
1. Unlock the vehicle’s doors.
2. Enter the vehicle. DO NOT PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL!
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn to the ON or RUN position.
4. Press the brake pedal. The remote vehicle starter will disengage and the vehicle will operate normally.
Using the Safety (Red Handled) Control Switch
The safety (red handled) control switch allows you to temporarily disable the remote vehicle starter feature,
this is especially helpful when having your vehicle serviced or valet parked. To disable the remote start,
move the safety (red handled) control switch to the OFF position.
Preheating or Precooling the Vehicle’s interior
Before exiting the vehicle, set the temperature controls to the desired setting and operation. After the
system starts the vehicle, the heater or air conditioning will activate and heat or cool the vehicle’s interior to
your setting.
Turning on the Rear Window Defroster (Optional)
While the vehicle is running via remote vehicle start, press and hold the OPTION button on the remote
control for 2 seconds. The rear window defroster will turn on for 10 minutes or the vehicles preset time
limit.
Using the “Quick-stop” Feature
If you want to make a short stop and keep your vehicle running (to keep the interior warm or cool), the
quick-stop feature allows you to do this while keeping your vehicle secure and your keys with you.
To engage quick stop:
1. Stop the vehicle and place the transmission in PARK.
2. With your foot off the brake pedal, press and release the OPTION button on
the remote control two (2) times within 2 seconds. The parking lights will turn
on indicating the vehicle is now running via remote vehicle start.
3. Remove the keys from the ignition and exit the vehicle. Press the LOCK icon
button on the remote control to lock the vehicle’s doors if desired.
Note: Do not leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle when using the
quick-stop feature.
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