Directed Electronics AM1 User Manual

AM1

Security System

installation guide

trademarks and copyrights

Bitwriter®, Clifford®, Code-Hopping®, Directed®, Doubleguard®, ESP®, FailSafe®, Ghost Switch®, Learn Routine™, Nite-Lite

, Nuisance Prevention®, NPC®, Revenger®, Silent Mode™, Soft Chirp®, Stealth Coding™, Stinger®,

Valet

, Vehicle Recovery System™, VRS™, and Warn Away®are all Trademarks or Registered Trademarks of

Directed Electronics, Inc.

NNOOTTEE::

This product is intended for installation by a professional installer only! Any attempt to install this product by any person other than a trained professional may result in severe damage to a vehicle’s electrical system and components.

contents

installation guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

what is included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

control module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

installation points to remember . . .3

before beginning the installation: 4

after the install: . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

tools required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

deciding on component location . .5

control module . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

integrated LED/Valet® switch . . . .6

starter kill relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

connecting your wires . . . . . . . . . . .6

obtaining constant 12V . . . . . . . .6

finding the 12V switched ignition

wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

finding the door pin switch circuit 9

main harness wire connection guide

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

main harness wiring diagram . . .10

main harness wiring guide . . . . .10

auxiliary harness wire connection

guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

auxiliary harness wiring diagram 15 auxiliary harness wiring guide . .16 keyless entry systems—three types .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

door lock harness wire connection

guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

plug-in harnesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

integrated LED/Valet® switch . . .21

data port—Bitwriter® . . . . . . . .21

four-pin optional sensor harness .22

RED wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

BLACK wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

BLUE, GREEN wires . . . . . . . . . .22

dealer master control loop . . . . . .22

door lock learn routine . . . . . . . . .22

to learn lock: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

to learn unlock: . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

to exit the learn routine: . . . . . .24

on-board dual stage shock sensor 24

internal programming jumper . . .25

zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

long term event history . . . . . . . .26

rapid resume logic . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

high security disarm . . . . . . . . . . .27

feature programming . . . . . . . . . .27

to enter feature programming rou-

tine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

once a feature is programmed . .28

accessing another feature . . . . .28

accessing another menu . . . . . .28

exiting feature programming . . .29

features #1 menu . . . . . . . . . . .29

features #2 menu . . . . . . . . . . .30

master dealer remotes . . . . . . . . .31

troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

wiring quick reference guide . . . .33

what is included

Control module

4-pin sensor harness

12-pin main harness

Integrated LED/Valet switch

7-pin door monitor/Aux harness

3-pin door lock harness

control module

installation points to remember

This product represents many years of research and development. It is very sophisticated and should be installed by experienced security installers only. Please do not attempt installation of this product without reading this guide. The system has been designed to provide the ultimate in security, coupled with limitless convenience and expansion options.

This product is not intended for consumer installation and will have NO WARRANTY unless it is installed by an authorized dealer.

BITWRITER®

DEALER MASTER

CONTROL

LOOP

OPTIONAL RECEIVER

(NOT USED)

SHOCK SENSOR

ADJUSTMENT

12-PIN

MAIN

HARNESS

VALE T®

(INTEGRATED

LED/VALET

SWITCH)

OPTIONAL

SENSOR

INPUT

(506T OR 504D)

7-PIN DOOR MONITOR/ AUX HARNESS

DOOR LOCK

LED (INTEGRATED LED/ VALE T® SWITCH)

10-AMP

FUSE/JUMPER

ACCESS

Do not disconnect the battery if the vehicle has an anti-theft coded radio. If equipped with an airbag, avoid disconnecting the battery if possible.

IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT!!

Please read this entire installation guide before beginning the installation. The installation of this security system requires interfacing with many of the vehicle’s systems. Many new vehicles use low-voltage or multiplexed systems which can be damaged by low resistance testing devices, such as test lights or logic probes. Test all circuits with a high-quality digital multi-meter before making the connections.

MMPPOORRTTAANNTT!!

Many airbag systems will display a diagnostic code through their warning light after they lose power. Disconnecting the battery requires this code to be erased, a procedure that can require a trip to the dealer.

before beginning the installation:

Check with the customer to determine the integrated LED/Valet switch location.

Remove the domelight fuse. This prevents accidentally draining the battery.

Roll down a window to avoid being locked out of the car.

after the install:

Test all functions. The “Using Your System” section of the Owner’s Guide is very helpful when testing.

When testing, don’t forget that this system is equipped with Nuisance Prevention®Circuitry. NPC™can bypass both instant trigger zones, making them seem to stop working.

Carefully reassemble the under-dash trim panels.

Inspect the engine compartment for tools that may have been left behind.

tools required

This is a general list of tools required to complete the installation of this security system in most vehicles. Some vehicles may require additional tools.

Digital multi-meter

Nutdriver and/or socket set

Wire cutters/strippers

Panel removal tool

Solderless terminal crimpers

Drill bit set

Cordless power drill

Phillips head screwdriver

Torx driver set

Work light

deciding on component location

control module

Never put the control module in the engine compartment!

The first step in hot-wiring a vehicle is removing the driver's side underdash panel to access the starter and ignition wires. If the control module is placed just behind the driver's side dash it can easily be disconnected.

When locating the control module, try to find a secure location that will not require you to extend the harnesses’ wires (they are 1.5 meters long). Keep it away from the heater core (or any other heat sources) and any obvious leaks.

Some good control module locations: Above the glove box, inside the center console, above the underdash fuse box, above the radio, etc.

integrated LED/Valet®switch

Things to remember when positioning the integrated LED/Valet®switch:

• It should be visible from both sides and the rear of the vehicle, if possible.

• It needs at least 1-1/2" clearance to the rear.

• It is easiest to use a small removable panel, such as a switch blank or a dash bezel. Remove it before drilling your 5/16" hole.

starter kill relay

If the Starter Kill Relay or it’s connections are immediately visible upon removal of the underdash panel, they can easily be bypassed. Always make the relay and its connections difficult to discern from the factory wiring! Exposed yellow butt connectors do not look like factory parts, and will not fool anyone! For this reason, routing the starter kill wires away from the steering column is recommended.

connecting your wires

Now that you have decided where each component will be located, you’re going to find the wires in the car that the security system will be connected to.

IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT!!

Do not use a 12V test light to find these wires! All testing described in

this manual is described using a digital multimeter.

obtaining constant 12V

We recommend two possible sources for 12V constant: The (+) terminal of the battery, or the constant supply to the ignition switch. Always install a fuse within 12 inches

of this connection.

IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT!!

Do not remove the fuse holder on the red (H1/11) wire. It ensures that the control module has it’s own fuse, of the proper value, regardless of how many accessories are added to the main power feed.

finding the 12V switched ignition wire

The ignition wire is powered when the key is in the run or start position. This is because the ignition wire powers the ignition system (spark plugs, coil) as well as the fuel delivery system (fuel pump, fuel injection computer). Accessory wires, on the other hand, lose power when the key is in the start position to make more current available to the starter motor. Use the following procedure to find (+)12V with your multimeter.

1. Set to DCV or DC voltage (12V or 20V is fine).

2. Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground.

3. Probe the wire you suspect of being the ignition wire. The steering column harness or ignition switch harness is an excellent place to find this wire.

4. Turn the ignition key switch to the run position. If your meter reads (+)12V, go to the next step. If it doesn’t, probe another wire.

5. Now turn the key to the start position. The meter display should stay steady, not dropping by more than a few tenths of a volt. If it drops close to or all the way to zero, go back to step 3. If it stays steady at (+)12V, you have found an ignition wire.

finding a parking light wire

The parking light wire is often found near the switch. Many cars have the switch built into the turn signal lever, and in these cars the parking light wire can be found in the steering column. The same wire is often available in the kick panel or running board.

(+) parking light wire

Use the following procedure to find (+) parking light wire with your multimeter.

1. Set to DCV or DC voltage (12V or 20V is fine).

2. Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground.

3. Probe the wire you suspect of being the parking light wire. Usually, the area near the headlight/parking light switch is an excellent area to start, as is the kick panel.

4. Turn on the parking lights. If your meter shows (+)12V, turn off the parking lights and make sure it goes back to zero.

5. If it does return to zero, turn the parking lights back on and, using the dash light dimmer control, turn the brightness of the dash lights up and down. If the meter changes more than a volt when using the dimmer, look for another wire. If it stays relatively close to (+)12V, you have found your parking light wire.

(-) parking light wire

Use the following procedure to find (-) parking light wire with your multimeter.

1. Set to DCV or DC voltage (12V or 20V is fine).

2. Attach the (+) probe of the meter to +12V.

3. Probe the wire you suspect of being the parking light wire. Usually, the area near the headlight/parking light switch is an excellent area to start, as is the kick panel.

4. Turn on the parking lights. If your meter shows (+)12V, turn off the parking lights

and make sure it goes back to zero.

5. If it does return to zero, turn the parking lights back on and, using the dash light

dimmer control, turn the brightness of the dash lights up and down. If the meter changes more than a volt when using the dimmer, look for another wire. If it stays relatively close to (+)12V, you have found your parking light wire.

finding the door pin switch circuit

The best places to find the door switch wire are:

At the pin switch: When testing at the pin switch, check the wire to ensure that it “sees” all the doors. Often, the passenger switch will cover all the doors even if the driver’s switch will not.

At the dome light: This may not be your best choice if the vehicle has delayed domelight supervision, but it will work in vehicles with completely diode-isolated pin switches.

you have determined the wire color, the easiest place to connect to the wire is often at the kick panel, at the windshield pillar, or in the running board. When an easy location is not available, running a wire to the domelight itself is often the best solution.

Use the following procedure to find the door pin switch wire with your multimeter.

1. Set to DCV or DC voltage (12V or 20V is fine).

2. In most cars, fasten the (+) probe of your meter to (+)12V constant.

3. Probe the wire you suspect of being the door trigger wire. If the meter reads

(+)12V when any door is opened and the meter goes to 0 with the door closed, you have found a trigger wire.

NNOOTTEE

: Make sure the wire you use “sees” all the doors! Some newer vehicles lack standard-type pinswitches. The dome light in these vehicles is turned on when the door handle is lifted. These usually have a wire coming out of the door into the kick panel which will provide a (-) trigger for all doors.

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