Directed Audio VSS-204TW User Manual
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VSS-204TW
2-WAY SECURITY AND
CONVENIENCE SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Table of contents
What is included ...................................................................................................................................................................... 1
2-way LCD remote control.......................................................................................................................................................1
LCD screen ............................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Important information ............................................................................................................................................................ 2
System maintenance.................................................................................................................................................................2
FCC/ID notice ............................................................................................................................................................................2
Remote control functions ........................................................................................................................................................ 3
Standard configurations button...............................................................................................................................................3
Standard LCD icon configurations............................................................................................................................................4
Transmitter functions .............................................................................................................................................................. 4
Remote operation ................................................................................................................................................................... 5
System signal paging features ..................................................................................................................................................5
Command Page ........................................................................................................................................................................5
Alarm Page ...............................................................................................................................................................................5
Page Recognition (Acknowledgement)....................................................................................................................................5
out of range notification ..........................................................................................................................................................5
Programming LCD remote....................................................................................................................................................... 6
To enter programming mode...................................................................................................................................................6
Beeps/Vibration On/Off ...........................................................................................................................................................6
Illumination On/Off ..................................................................................................................................................................6
Page notification.......................................................................................................................................................................7
To exit programming mode .....................................................................................................................................................7
Using your system.................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Active arming............................................................................................................................................................................7
Passive arming ..........................................................................................................................................................................8
Multi-level security arming........................................................................................................................................................8
Grouped Multi-Level Arming ....................................................................................................................................................9
Disarming ..................................................................................................................................................................................9
Disarming without a transmitter ............................................................................................................................................10
Dome light control..................................................................................................................................................................10
Silent mode .............................................................................................................................................................................11
Panic mode .............................................................................................................................................................................11
Valet mode .............................................................................................................................................................................12
One-time bypass .....................................................................................................................................................................12
Nuisance prevention
Auxiliary outputs (options).................................................................................................................................................... 14
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circuitry ...............................................................................................................................................13
Shock sensor adjustment ....................................................................................................................................................... 14
To enter shock sensor adjustment mode: ..............................................................................................................................14
Adjusting the Shock Sensor Setting........................................................................................................................................15
Exit Shock Sensor Adjustment Mode: ....................................................................................................................................16
Reset Shock Sensor to Default Setting: ..................................................................................................................................16
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Diagnostics............................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Arming diagnostics .................................................................................................................................................................17
Disarming diagnostics .............................................................................................................................................................17
System status chirps................................................................................................................................................................17
Table of zones.........................................................................................................................................................................18
Interpreting zone diagnostics.................................................................................................................................................18
Code hopping........................................................................................................................................................................ 18
High frequency ...................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Owner recognition ................................................................................................................................................................ 19
Rapid resume logic ................................................................................................................................................................ 19
Power saver mode ................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Programming......................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Installation options................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Vehicle recovery system (VRS
Arming the VRS
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VRS
triggered sequence........................................................................................................................................................22
Disarming the VRS
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Programming options............................................................................................................................................................ 24
Security & convenience expansions ....................................................................................................................................... 25
Glossary of terms ................................................................................................................................................................... 26
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ..................................................................................................................................................... 27
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What is included
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Control module with integrated shock sensor
1 transceiver/antenna
1 four-button 2-way LCD transmitter
1 three-button transmitter
Wire harnesses
Dual diode harness
A six-tone programmable siren
In-vehicle status LED indicator light
A push-button Valet switch
Failsafe
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Starter Kill ready circuitry (may require additional labour)
2-way LCD remote control
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LCD Screen (see LCD Screen)
LCD screen
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Transmit
Out of range
Receive
Disarm
Arm
Alarm
Trunk
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Warn Away
Shock sensor
Field disturbance sensor
Glass breakage sensor
Auxiliary Channel Button
Arm Button
Disarm Button
Panic Button
Battery Compartment
Program Button
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Garage door opening
Shock sensor setting
Ultrasonic sensor
Remote start (option)
alarm triggered zones
Vehicle identification
(Future use)
Battery
Vibration
Ignition
Tilt sensor
Hood
Auxiliaries and
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Door
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Important information
Congratulations on the purchase of your state-of-the-art vehicle security system. This system has
been designed to provide years of trouble-free operation. Due to the complexity of this system, it
must be installed by an authorized dealer only. Installation of this product by anyone other than
an authorized dealer voids the warranty. This owner’s guide should help you to get the most out
of your system. Please take the time to read it prior to using the system.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
This system needs no specific maintenance beyond remote controls battery
replacement.
The 4-button remote is powered by a 1.5V AAA battery.
The Battery Level indicator has four level indicators that serve as a visual
indication of battery charge. When the battery reaches a low charge level
FULL
CHARGE
NEED
REPLACEMENT
that requires replacement, the remote control will generate a single
notification chirp, and the Battery Level indicator will flash continuously.
EMPTY
Battery Replacement
Gently pull the end of the battery door away from the top of the remote control then slide the
door up to expose the battery and remove the expired battery. Place the new battery into the
remote control observing the correct polarity. When power is returned the remote control will
display all icons in the LCD and generate all beeper tones once. Press any button on the remote to
terminate the beeper tone review.
The 3-button remote is powered by a small, lightweight 3-volt lithium battery (CR2032) that will
last approximately one year under normal use. When the battery begins to weaken, operating
range will be reduced and the LED on the remote will dim.
Battery replacement
Remove the screw on the back of the remote, gently open the casing to expose the battery and
remove the expired battery. Place the new battery into the remote control observing the correct
polarity.
FCC/ID NOTICE
This device complies with Part 15 of 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 undesirable
operation. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate this device.
Directed Electronics, Inc
Tested to comply
with FCC standards
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Remote control functions
The remote control buttons are used to send commands to the system. The descriptions below
reflect the standard configuration for this system. The buttons can be custom configured for the
user’s specific needs by the installer.
STANDARD CONFIGURATIONS BUTTON
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The arming function is controlled by pressing this button for one second.
The panic feature is controlled by pressing this button for more than 5 seconds.
The disarming function is controlled by pressing this button for one second.
The panic feature is controlled by pressing this button for more than 5 seconds.
Silent Mode™ and an optional auxiliary function are controlled by pressing this button.
(Silent Mode™ works by pressing this button for less than one second before arming or disarming.
An optional auxiliary function, such as trunk release, can be controlled by pressing this button for 1.5 seconds.)
The auxiliary output controls:
The panic feature is controlled by pressing this button for approximately two seconds. (1)
An optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that you have added
to your system can be activated by pressing these buttons simultaneously.
The auxiliary output controls :
An optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that you have added
to your system can be activated by pressing these buttons simultaneously. (1)
The auxiliary output controls :
An optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that you have added
to your system can be activated by pressing these buttons simultaneously.
The auxiliary output controls :
An optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that you have added
to your system can be activated by pressing these buttons simultaneously. (1)
The auxiliary output controls :
(on rear of LCD remote) Use this button to select the vehicle to control from the remote. Also use this
button to configure response characteristics from the LCD remote (see Programming 2-Way Remote). (1)
(1) Not available with the 3-button remote control.
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STANDARD LCD ICON CONFIGURATIONS
The transmit icon will be displayed while the remote
control is transmitting a command to the vehicle.
The signal icon will be displayed if a command
is transmitted to the vehicle but the command
The disarm icon will flash when the system is
unlocking the doors and display continuously
These icons will display for 5-seconds when a security
feature has been tripped to a full alarm condition.
The vehicle icon always displays the current
vehicle (maximum of 4 vehicles) being controlled
by the remote. If a Warn Away
should occur at one of the other vehicles, that
vehicle’s number will be displayed and the LCD
The auxiliary and sensor icons will display
which auxiliary is operating, or which security
feature is in Warn Away
The trunk icon will flash until the beep and/or
vibrate stops then it will display continuously
The glass breakage sensor icon will display
for full alarm by flashing 5-times and displaying
continuously until the page is cleared.
page is not received.
until the system is armed.
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or alarm trigger
will display that vehicle’s status.
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or alarm state.
until the page is cleared.
The receive icon will be displayed while the remote
control is receiving a page from the vehicle.
The ultrasonic sensor (detects motion within the
vehicle) will display for full alarm by flashing 5-times
and displaying continuously until the page is cleared.
The arm icon will flash when the system is
locking the doors and display continuously
until the system is disarmed.
The Warn Away
feature has been tripped, but not to full alarm.
These will display for 5-seconds.
The shock sensor icon will display for both Warn
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Away
and full alarm by flashing 5-times and displaying
continuously until the page is cleared.
The field disturbance sensor icon will display for both
Warn Away
displaying continuously until the page is cleared.
The hood icon will flash until the beep and/or
vibrate stops then it will display continuously
The door icon will flash until the beep and/or
vibrate stops then it will display continuously
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displays when a security
and full alarm by flashing 5-times and
until the page is cleared.
until the page is cleared.
(option)
The remote start (option) icon displays
when the vehicle is being remote started.
The battery icon always displays the current charge
capacity remaining in the remote’s battery.
The garage door icon —for future use.
The shock sensor “sensor” icon will display
for both Warn Away
continuously until the page is cleared.
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and full alarm by displaying
The tilt sensor icon will display for full alarm by
flashing 5-times and displaying continuously
The vibration icon will always display if the remote is
The ignition icon will display if the ignition is turned on
when the vehicle’s doors are locked (alarm condition).
The shock sensor bar icon always displays the
current sensitivity setting of the shock sensor.
until the page is cleared.
programmed for vibrator notification.
Transmitter functions
This system uses a computer-based learn routine to learn the transmitter buttons. This makes it
possible to assign any transmitter button to any system function. The transmitter initially comes
programmed with Standard Configuration, but may also be customized by an authorized dealer.
The buttons described in this manual correspond to a Standard Configuration transmitter.
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Remote operation
The system operates at 434 MHz. The high frequency combined with Binary Data communication
achieves superior range with two way communication.
SYSTEM SIGNAL PAGING FEATURES
A page is the signal the control module sends to the remote control as confirmation of receipt of
a command or alarm system status. When the remote control receives a page it will generate a
page notification to the user (notifications are audible beeps and-or vibration) and the LCD Icons
will display the current system status.
COMMAND PAGE
When a command (arm/disarm, or auxiliary channel) from the remote control is sent and
received, the system will send a command page back to confirm receipt.
ALARM PAGE
If the alarm system is triggered while armed, an Alarm Page will be sent to the remote control.
When the remote receives an Alarm Page, the LCD icons will display the alarm system status
information and the remote control will generate beeps and-or vibration. An Alarm Page alert is a
series of 5 groups of 4 rapid beeps (shock, trunk, door, ignition, or hood trigger) and the LCD icon
that caused the alarm will display. This will repeat every 60 seconds to alert the user that the
alarm system was triggered and will continue until the alarm page is cleared.
PAGE RECOGNITION (ACKNOWLEDGEMENT)
To clear a page alert/notification, quickly press any button on the remote control. This can be
performed at any time during or after the page notification has occurred. The remote control will
not send a command to the system at this time; it will only clear future repeats of the page
notification. The next time a button is pressed on the remote control it will send a command to
the system.
OUT OF RANGE NOTIFICATION
If a command is issued from the remote, but the remote is set to the incorrect vehicle or is
beyond the range of the vehicle to receive the command, the remote responds with 3 set of 2
quick beeps and the icon
will flash 3-times.
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Programming LCD remote
TO ENTER PROGRAMMING MODE
Press and hold the
button until one long beep is heard. Programming mode to customize the
remote’s response is now entered.
NOTE: If no buttons are pressed within 5-seconds,
programming mode will exit with 2-beeps.
BEEPS/VIBRATION ON/OFF
Press to select beeps/vibration On/Off. Beeps alone, or vibration alone, or beeps and
vibration, or no beeps or vibration can be selected. Refer to the table below for these settings.
Beep/Vibrate settings Programming response Icon display*
Beeps only (default) 1-beep Siren icon On
Vibrate only 1-vibrate Vibrate icon On
Beep & Vibrate 1-beep and 1-vibrate Vibrate and siren icon On
No Beep and No Vibrate 1 long beep Vibrate and siren icons Off
*NOTE: This is icon display during programming..
ILLUMINATION ON/OFF
Press to select LCD backlight illumination On/Off.
The LCD backlight will illuminate when a remote
button is pressed, or a alarm status page is received.
LCD Backlight settings Programming response
ON
OFF
1-beep, backlight ON
2-beeps, backlight OFF
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PAGE NOTIFICATION
The remote control can be programmed to notify the user of a page (audibly beeping if the
vehicle’s status changes, e.g. door unlocked, engine started, vehicle violation, etc.). On the LCD
remote press
programmed off the remote will not give any notification that a page was received from the
vehicle.
to select page On/Off. One beep is page On, Two beeps is page Off. When
Page notification Programming response
ON
OFF
NOTE: If programmed Off, no alarms will
be notified to the remote. Command information
(armed/disarmed) will be notified to the remote.
1 beep, page notification ON
2 beeps, page notification is OFF
TO EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE
The LCD remote control will exit programming mode after 5- seconds of inactivity and will emit 1
long beep.
Using your system
The buttons described in this manual correspond to the standard configuration. Remember, this is
not the only way your transmitter may be set up. It can be custom configured to meet your
needs. See your installer for additional details.
ACTIVE ARMING
You can arm the system by pressing of your remote for one second. When the system arms,
from the vehicle you will hear a short siren sound, or chirp, and see the parking lights flash once.
If the power door locks are controlled by the system, the doors will also lock.
While the system is armed, the in-vehicle’s status LED will flash approximately once per second,
indicating that the system is actively protecting your vehicle. If you hear a second chirp after
arming and note that the in-vehicle’s status LED is flashing in groups, see the Diagnostics Section
of this guide. This extra chirp is called Bypass Notification.
The LCD remote responds to active arming with one beep and the
indicate successful arming of the system.
If the LCD remote beeps twice after arming, the system has detected an active sensor that should
be checked. For example, a door open icon will be displayed flashing 5-times on the LCD screen.
icon will flash 5-times to
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