Directed Electronics 554A Owner's Manual

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Directed Electronics, Inc. ("Directed") promises to the original purchaser to repair or
replace with a comparable reconditioned model any Directed unit (hereafter the "unit"),
excluding without limitation the siren, the remote transmitters, the associated sensors and
accessories, which proves to be defective in workmanship or material under reasonable use
during the lifetime of the vehicle provided the following conditions are met: the unit was
professionally installed and serviced by an authorized Directed dealer; the unit will be pro­fessionally reinstalled in the vehicle in which it was originally installed by an authorized
Directed dealer; and the unit is returned to Directed, shipping prepaid with a legible copy
of the bill of sale or other dated proof of purchase bearing the following information: con­sumer's name, telephone number and address; the authorized dealers name, telephone
number and address; complete product description, including accessories; the year, make
and model of the vehicle; vehicle license number and vehicle identification number. All
components other than the unit, including without limitation the siren, the remote trans­mitters and the associated sensors and accessories, carry a one-year warranty from the date
of purchase of the same. This warranty is non-transferable and is automatically void if: the
original purchaser has not completed the warranty card and mailed it within ten (10) days
of the date of purchase to the address listed on the card; the unit's date code or serial num­ber is defaced, missing or altered; the unit has been modified or used in a manner con­trary to its intended purpose; the unit has been damaged by accident, unreasonable use,
neglect, improper service, installation or other causes not arising out of defects in materi­als or construction. The warranty does not cover damage to the unit caused by installa­tion or removal of the unit. Directed, in its sole discretion, will determine what consti­tutes excessive damage and may refuse the return of any unit with excessive damage. TO
THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUD­ING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY, IMPLIED WARRANTY,
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE
AND WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY,
ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED; AND DIRECTED NEITHER ASSUMES NOR
AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON OR ENTITY TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY DUTY,
OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH ITS PRODUCTS.
DIRECTED DISCLAIMS AND HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY FOR ANY
AND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING ITS AUTHORIZED DEAL­ERS OR INSTALLERS. DIRECTED SECURITY SYSTEMS, INCLUDING THIS
UNIT, ARE DETERRENTS AGAINST POSSIBLE THEFT. DIRECTED IS NOT
OFFERING A GUARANTEE OR INSURANCE AGAINST VANDALISM, DAM­AGE OR THEFT OF THE AUTOMOBILE, ITS PARTS OR CONTENTS; AND
HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER, INCLUD­ING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LIABILITY FOR THEFT, DAMAGE AND/OR
VANDALISM. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER LABOR COSTS FOR
MAINTENANCE, REMOVAL OR REINSTALLATION OF THE UNIT OR ANY

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CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND. IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM
OR A DISPUTE INVOLVING DIRECTED OR ITS SUBSIDIARY, THE PROPER
VENUE SHALL BE SAN DIEGO COUNTY IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.
CALIFORNIA STATE LAWS AND APPLICABLE FEDERAL LAWS SHALL APPLY
AND GOVERN THE DISPUTE. THE MAXIMUM RECOVERY UNDER ANY
CLAIM AGAINST DIRECTED SHALL BE STRICTLY LIMITED TO THE
AUTHORIZED DIRECTED DEALER'S PURCHASE PRICE OF THE UNIT.
DIRECTED SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEV­ER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, DAMAGES FOR THE LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF
EARNINGS, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOSS OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
AND THE LIKE. NOTWITHSTANDING THE ABOVE, THE MANUFACTURER
DOES OFFER A LIMITED WARRANTY TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THE CON­TROL MODULE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. Some states do not allow limitations on
how long an implied warranty will last or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or con­sequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
other rights that vary from State to State.

This product may be covered by a Guaranteed Protection Plan ("GPP"). See your autho­rized Directed dealer for details of the plan or call Directed Customer Service at 1-800­876-0800. Directed security systems, including this unit, are deterrents against possible
theft. Directed is not offering a guarantee or insurance against vandalism, damage or theft
of the automobile, its parts or contents; and hereby expressly disclaims any liability what­soever, including without limitation, liability for theft, damage and/or vandalism.
Directed does not and has not authorized any person or entity to create for it any other
obligation, promise, duty or obligation in connection with this security system.

Make sure you have all of the following information from your dealer:

A clear copy of the sales receipt, showing the following:

➤ Date of purchase
➤ Your full name and address
➤ Authorized dealer's company name and address
➤ Type of alarm installed
➤ Year, make, model, and color of the automobile
➤ Automobile license number
➤ Vehicle identification number
➤ All security options installed on automobile
➤ Installation receipts

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system maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .7

your warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

fcc/id notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

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function button configurations . .15

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active arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

passive arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

vehicle protection . . . . . . . . . . . .20

warn away® response description 21
triggered response description . . .21
arming/disarming while driving .23

multi-level security arming . . . . .24

disarming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

high security disarm . . . . . . . . . .25

disarming without a transceiver

(emergency override) . . . . . . . . . .26

silent mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

panic mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

valet® mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

valet® take-over . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

temperature check mode . . . . . . .33

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starter anti-grind circuitry . . . . . .34

disabling the remote start system .34
over and under rev protection . . .35

shut down inputs . . . . . . . . . . . .35

nuisance prevention® circuitry . .35

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arming diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . .37

disarming diagnostics . . . . . . . . .37

system status chirps . . . . . . . . . . .38

table of zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

interpreting zone diagnostics . . . .39

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1 Vehicle Interior Temperature Indicator
2 Numeric Display
3 AM/PM Indicator
4 Alarm Clock Mode Indicator
5 Timer Function Indicator
6 Transmit Range Indicator
7 Transmission Indication
8 Vibrate/Beep Mode Indicator
9 Power Saver Mode Indicator
10 Remote Start Timer Mode Indicator
11 No Function
12 No Function
13 Full Trigger Shock Sensor Indicator
14 Hood/Trunk Open or Trigger Indicator
15 Parking Light Indicator
16 Door Open or Trigger Indicator
17 Arm/Lock Button
18 Disarm/Unlock Button
19 Remote Start Indicator
20 Hood/Trunk Open or Trigger Indicator
21 Panic Mode Button
22 Valet®Mode Indicator
23 Remote Start Safety Shutdown Indicator
24 Battery Level Indicator
25 Auxiliary Button
26 Temp. Controlled Remote Start Indicator
27 Silent Arm/Disarm Mode Indicator
28 Full Trigger Alert Indicator and Arm/Disarm

chirp confirmation
29 Arm/Disarm Indicator
30 Function Button
31 Celsius/Fahrenheit Indicator

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➤ Control module
➤ A.S.K. Receiver
➤ One four-button two-way transceiver
➤ One four-button transmitter
➤ Stinger

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DoubleGuard®two-stage shock sensor

➤ Revenger

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Soft Chirp®six-tone programmable siren

➤ Pre-wired Valet

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switch with integrated red status LED

➤ Your warranty registration
➤ FailSafe

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Starter Kill

➤ Shut-down toggle switch

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Congratulations on the purchase of your combination remote

start alarm system. Due to the complexity of this system, it must

only be installed by an authorized dealer. Installation of this

product by anyone other than an authorized dealer voids the

warranty. All dealers are provided with a preprinted dealer certif-

icate to verify authorization.

By carefully reading this Owner's Guide prior to using your

system, you will maximize the use of this system and its features.

You can print additional or replacement copies of this manual by

accessing our web site at www.directed.com.

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warning! safety first

The following safety warnings must be observed at all times:

➤ Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this product

must only be performed by an authorized Directed dealer.

➤ When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via

a command signal from the transceiver. Therefore, never

operate the system in an enclosed area or partially enclosed

area without ventilation (such as a garage). When parking in

an enclosed or partially enclosed area or when having the

vehicle serviced, the remote start system must be disabled

using the installed toggle switch. It is the user's sole respon-

sibility to properly handle and keep out of reach from chil-

dren all transceiver to assure that the system does not unin-

tentionally remote start the vehicle.

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These precautions are

the sole responsibility of the user.

warning! THIS SYSTEM PROVIDES REMOTE NOTI­FICATION OF SECURITY SYSTEM TRIGGER
EVENTS. CONTACT POLICE OR SECURITY PER­SONNEL IMMEDIATELY. NEVER CONFRONT A
CAR THIEF OR VANDAL.

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➤ Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended

mode of operation may result in property damage, personal

injury, or death. (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with the

vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with

the keys in the ignition. The user must also have the neutral

safety feature of the vehicle periodically checked, wherein

the vehicle must not remotely start while the car is in gear.

This testing should be performed by an authorized Directed

dealer in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in the

product installation guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease

remote start operation immediately and consult with the

authorized Directed dealer to fix the problem.

➤ After the remote start module has been installed, contact your

authorized dealer to have him or her test the remote start

module by performing the Safety Check outlined in the

product installation guide. If the vehicle starts when performing

the Neutral Safety Shutdown Circuit test, the remote start unit

has not been properly installed. The remote start module must

be removed or the installer must properly reinstall the remote

start system so that the vehicle does not start in gear. All instal-

lations must be performed by an authorized Directed dealer.

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system maintenance

This system needs no specific maintenance beyond transceiver

battery replacement. The transceiver is powered by a 1.5V AAA

battery.

The Battery Level indicator has three level indicators that serve as

a visual indication of battery charge. When the battery reaches a

low charge level that requires replacement, the transceiver will

generate a single notification chirp, and the Battery Level indi-

cator will flash continuously.

Battery Replacement

Gently pull the battery cover release tab, then slide the door

down to expose the battery and remove the expired battery. Place

the new battery into the transceiver observing the correct

polarity. When power is returned the transceiver will light all

icons in the LCD and generate all beeper tones once.

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your warranty

Your warranty registration must be completely filled out and

returned within 10 days of purchase. Your product warranty

will not be validated if your warranty registration is not returned.

Make sure you receive the warranty registration from your dealer.

It is also necessary to keep your proof of purchase, which reflects

that the product was installed by an authorized dealer.

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.

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DRW-372

Directed Electronics, Inc. 554 Series

Tested to Comply
with FCC Standards

caution

This product is designed for fuel-injected, automatic transmis-

sion vehicles only. Use of this product in a standard transmission

vehicle is dangerous and contrary the product's intended use.

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The transceiver 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 button configurations

Button

The System Arm/Lock and Multi-Level Security Arming func-

tions are controlled by pressing this button for one second.

Button

The System Disarm/Unlock and High Security Disarm functions

are controlled by pressing this button for one second.

Button

Channel 2 output is controlled by pressing this button for three seconds.

Hold the button down continuously while accessing Channel 2 output.

Button

The panic feature is controlled by pressing this button for two

seconds. Press again to disable panic mode.

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and Buttons

When these buttons are pressed simultaneously, channel 4 is acti-

vated. There is no audible indication when this feature is activated.

Button

The LCD backlighting will turn on when pressed for less than one

second; when held for more than five seconds the transceiver will

enter adjustment mode allowing the setting of the clock, timer

mode, and audible melody selection. For more information, please

refer to the Function Button Configurations section of this guide.

and Buttons

The remote start function of the system is controlled by pressing

these buttons simultaneously for one second.

and Buttons

When pressed simultaneously these buttons activate remote start

timer mode, engaging the remote start function every 24 hours.

and Buttons

When pressed simultaneously these buttons display the internal

temperature of the vehicle on the LCD.

and Buttons

When pressed simultaneously with the system armed, the system

enters temperature auto start mode and automatically remote starts

the vehicle if the temperature inside the vehicle drops below

0 degrees Fahrenheit.

note: Disarming the system while in temperature auto start
mode will cause the system to exit this mode.

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and Buttons

The numeric display toggles between the time of the day and the

alarm clock when these buttons are pressed simultaneously.

and Buttons

Press these buttons simultaneously to activate the parking timer.

Each additional press will toggle through the available options

(10 min., 20 min., 30 min., 1 hour, 1.5 hours, 2 hours, and off ).

and Buttons

When pressed simultaneously these buttons toggle between beep

notification and vibrate notification.

and Buttons

When pressed simultaneously these buttons activate battery saver

mode, which will drop power consumption on the transceiver

battery to zero when the alarm is inactive or disarmed.

standard icon configurations

Icon

The vehicle interior temperature icon displays the temperature of

the inside of the vehicle when prompted.

Icon

The numeric display icon will show the hours and minutes.

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Icon

The AM/PM icon indicates the time before or after noon.

Icon

The alarm clock mode icon indicates that the alarm clock mode

is active.

Icon

The timer function icon flashes during timed functions

including parking timer.

Icon

The transmit range indicator icon stays visible as long as the

system is within operating range.

Icon

The remote transmission indicator icon displays when the trans-

ceiver is transmitting a signal.

Icon

The vibrate/beep mode icon appears when the transceiver is set

to vibrate mode.

Icon

The power saver mode can be turned on or off with the trans-

ceiver. This icon displays the status.

Icon

The remote start timer mode icon indicates the 24-hour

autostart feature is active and automatically remote starts 24

hours from the time activated.

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Icon

The VRS mode icon has no function.

Icon

No function.

Icon

The full trigger shock sensor icon indicates that the shock sensor

has been triggered by a hard shock.

and Icons

The hood/trunk open or trigger icon illuminates when the hood

or trunk trigger has been activated or the hood or trunk is open,

and bypasses those zones until it is closed.

Icon

The parking light icon will flash twice when armed or disarmed.

The icon also flashes during Warn Away

®

and at the beginning

and end of remote start cycles.

Icon

The door open or trigger icon illuminates when the door trigger

has been activated or the door is open, and bypasses that zone

until it is closed.

Icon

The remote start icon indicates when the vehicle is remotely

started.

Icon

The valet®mode icon appears when the system is in valet®.

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