Directed Electronics Smart start, AS-1875FM User Manual
ONE-WAY FM AUTOMATIC/MANUAL
TRANSMISSION REMOTE STARTER
INDUSTRY CANADA USER NOTICE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that
the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful
communication.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized
modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment
Doc#: 110908 Rev:1.3 © 2011 - 1W-FM-A/M-HD - - FcN - Canada
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User Guide
WARNING!
It is the responsibility of the vehicle operator to ensure their vehicle
is parked in a safe and responsible manner.
1. a) Manual transmission
: When leaving the vehicle, it is the user’s
responsibility to ensure that the gearshift lever is in the NEUTRAL
position and the parking brake is engaged in order to avoid accidents
upon remote starting.
b) Automatic transmission
: When leaving the vehicle, it is the user’s
responsibility to ensure that the gearshift lever is in “Park” in order to
avoid accidents upon remote starting.
(Note: Make sure that the automatic vehicle cannot start in "Drive".)
2. It is the user's responsibility to ensure that the remote starter is
disabled or put into valet mode before servicing.
Designed & engineered in Canada
P.2 User Guide
Table of Contents
Government regulations .................................................................................................................. 3
Introduction with SmartStart™ ............................................................................................. 3
Using the Remote Control ............................................................................................................... 4
Vehicle Presets ................................................................................................................................. 4
Heater ........................................................................................................................................... 4
Windshield Wipers & Radio & Headlights ..................................................................................... 4
Arming and disarming the starter kill (if installed) ....................................................................... 4
Remote-Starting Your Vehicle ......................................................................................................... 5
Setting Your Vehicle in to Ready Mode ........................................................................................ 5
Remote-starting ............................................................................................................................ 6
Driving Off ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Remote Starter Features .................................................................................................................. 7
Remote Door Locks ...................................................................................................................... 7
Remote Trunk Release ................................................................................................................. 7
Idle Mode ...................................................................................................................................... 7
Valet Mode .................................................................................................................................... 8
Panic Mode ................................................................................................................................... 9
Quick LockoutTM ............................................................................................................................ 9
Cold Weather Mode ...................................................................................................................... 9
Extended Run Time .................................................................................................................... 10
Disable/Enable LED flashing ...................................................................................................... 10
Constant output .......................................................................................................................... 10
Advanced Features: Installation-programmable Options .......................................................... 10
Ignition-controlled Door Locks .................................................................................................... 10
Secure Lock ................................................................................................................................ 11
Safe Start .................................................................................................................................... 11
Engine Run Time ........................................................................................................................ 11
Turbo Mode ................................................................................................................................ 11
“Home ValetTM” Mode ................................................................................................................. 12
AUX 1 .......................................................................................................................................... 12
Horn Chirp Timing ....................................................................................................................... 12
Multi-car Operation ..................................................................................................................... 12
AUX 2 .......................................................................................................................................... 13
OEM-Style Alarm ........................................................................................................................ 13
Intrusion Codes via horn ............................................................................................................. 13
Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting Range ................................................................................. 14
Diagnostics – Parking Light Flash Table ..................................................................................... 14
User guide P.3
Governmentregulations
This device complies with part 15 of the 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 undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with the Industry Canada Radio Standards Specification RSS 210. Its use is
authorized only on a no-interference, no-protection basis; in other words, this device must not be
used if it is determined that it causes harmful interferences to services authorized by IC. In
addition, the user of this device must accept any radio interface that may be received, even if this
interference could affect the operation of the device.
Warning! Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
IntroductionwithSmartStart™
This is a state-of-the-art remote car starter system. The system is packed with advanced features
such as priority access to the driver’s door (commodity features), the Safe Start children safety
feature and SmartStart™.
SmartStart™ is a groundbreaking technology that enables your remote starter features to be
accessed by your smartphone. Features include keyless entry, trunk release, panic, remote
start/stop toggle and alarm notifications
1
. Note: SmartStart™ must be professionally installed. For
more information, see your nearest authorised Directed Canada dealer.
With many advanced functions, this product will satisfy any one of your expectations from high-end
commodity and security systems, without neglecting any standard feature commonly offered by
entry-level starters.
1
Certain conditions apply. See your authorised Directed Canada dealer.
P.4 User Guide
UsingtheRemoteControl
Your Remote Car Starter is equipped with a 5-button multi-channel remote control. It can operate
two independent vehicles equipped with a Remote Car Starter (see Multi-Car Operation page-12,
later in this Guide, for second-car transmitter functions).
The functions of the transmitter are as follows:
LOCK: Locks the DOORS and arms the
STARTER KILL (if installed)..
(Image as reference only)
UNLOCK: Unlocks the DOORS and
disarms the STARTER KILL (if installed).
Activates the AUX 1 output if Priority
Door Access is configured.
TRUNK: Opens the TRUNK
or activates
the AUX 3 output.
Note: Trunk option must be installed.
START/STOP: Remote starts or stops
the engine. Gets the system into Cold
Weather mode by pressing the AUX
button and then pressing and holding the
START/STOP button for 3 seconds.
Note: Icon may vary.
AUX
AUX: This button serves as a second
function button.
This button allows assigning different
functions to any of the other four buttons.
VehiclePresets
Heater
When leaving the vehicle it is recommended to preset the accessory controls in preparation for the
next remote start. Settings for the blower motor (fan), front and rear, should not be left on HIGH. It
is recommended to leave the settings on LOW or MEDIUM instead.
WindshieldWipers&Radio&Headlights
Certain vehicles require the radio and / or windshield wiper and / or headlight circuits to become
energized while running under remote start. When leaving the vehicle you must ensure that the
windshield wiper and headlight switches are OFF. Leaving the headlight switch ON on certain
types of vehicles could cause them to remain ON even after remote starter shut down, resulting in
a dead battery.
Arminganddisarmingthestarterkill(ifinstalled)
This added security feature will prevent the vehicle from starting with the Ignition key when the
starter kill is armed. If the system was installed with the starter kill option, the vehicle will not be
able to start with the key unless the system has been unlocked first or put into Valet Mode
(page 8).
User guide P.5
Note: If the Starter Kill is installed, the vehicle will benefit from a protection against starter motor
damage that could occur after remote-starting the engine should the user, by force of habit, turn
the ignition key to the CRANK position.
The Starter Kill (if installed) can be configured by the installer either to Passive Mode (so as to arm
automatically) or Active Mode (so as to require the user’s intervention for arming). By default, the
Remote Car Starter is configured to Passive Mode.
Passive mode:
To arm the Starter Kill:
• Press the button on the transmitter.
OR
• Let the Starter Kill arm automatically 1 minute (by default) or 3 minutes (if configured this way)
after the ignition is turned OFF or once the last door is closed (if the doors are monitored).
• The LED on the antenna will flash quickly during the countdown preceding the activation
of the Starter Kill.
• Once the activation countdown expires, the LED will send a series of quick double
flashes to indicate that the Starter Kill is now armed.
To disarm the Starter Kill:
• Press the button on the transmitter.
• The Starter Kill will automatically rearm itself after 1 minute (by default) or 3 minutes (if
configured this way) if no door is left opened (if the doors are monitored) and the ignition
is not turned ON.
Active Mode:
To arm the Starter Kill:
• Press the button on the transmitter.
• The parking lights will flash once.
• The LED on the antenna will flash slowly.
• If remote door locks are installed, this will also lock the doors and arm the OEM-style
alarm (if configured).
To disarm the Starter Kill:
• Press the button on the transmitter.
• The parking lights will flash twice.
• The LED on the antenna will remain OFF.
• If remote door locks are installed, this will also unlock the doors and disarm the OEM-
style alarm (if configured).
RemoteStartingYourVehicle
SettingYourVehicleintoReadyMode
If your vehicle has a manual transmission you must read the following indications. The unit must
first be set to Ready Mode in order to start the vehicle by remote. If the unit is not set to Ready
Mode, it cannot remote start the vehicle. Please note that Ready Mode can be enabled by the
remote or the handbrake, depending on the option that was selected by your installer. Therefore,
you must follow the appropriate procedure between the two described below in order to set your
vehicle into Ready Mode.
P.6 User Guide
Once the system is set to Ready Mode, the vehicle can be remote started and stopped at any time.
The system will exit Ready Mode if a door, the hood or the trunk is opened, if the brake pedal is
pressed, if the parking brake is disengaged or if the ignition key is turned to the IGNITION ON
(RUN) position.
To set the system to Ready Mode:
If Ready Mode is enabled by remote If Ready Mode is enabled by handbrake
1. Ensure that all the doors, hood and trunk are closed. Make sure that the gear selector is in the
neutral position.
2. With the engine running, apply the parking
brake once and release the brake pedal.
3. Within 20 sec. of engaging the parking
brake, press and hold , or on
the transmitter (SmartStart™ uses only the
SmartStart™ icon).
The parking lights will flash 3 times quickly
and remain lit. Release the button.
2. With the engine running, apply the parking
brake twice within 10 sec.
3. Make sure to release the brake pedal.
The parking lights will flash 3 times quickly
and remain lit.
4. Remove the key: the engine will keep on running.
5. Exit the vehicle. All doors should be closed, including the hood and trunk.
6. THERE ARE THREE POSSIBLE OPTIONS TO COMPLETE READY MODE (programmable
by installer)
OPTION 1: Automatic shut
down without auto lock
OPTION 2: Manual shut down
(default)
OPTION 3: Automatic shut
down with auto lock
The engine runs for 8 sec.
before finally shutting down
the engine, without user
interaction.
The engine keeps going until you
press either;
a. to lock the doors and shut
down the engine;
b. to unlock the doors and
shut down the engine;
c. to shut down the engine
without affecting the doors.
The engine runs for 8 sec.
then locks the doors before
finally shutting down the
engine, without user
interaction.
WARNING: The vehicle is
not armed or locked down.
WARNING: Engine runs until the
pre-programmed run time
expires.
WARNING: Do not leave
your keys in the vehicle!
7. The Parking lights will flash twice to indicate Ready mode is set.
Remotestarting
Press the button for approximately 1 second. The parking lights will turn ON to inform you that
the Remote Car Starter has received your signal. Approximately 5 seconds later, the engine will
start. The parking lights will remain ON during the pre-programmed run time of the engine.
If your vehicle does not start at the first attempt, the system will shut down, wait a few seconds and
try to start the engine again. There will be 3 start attempts before the system gives up.
DrivingOff
With the vehicle running remotely, press the button to disarm the starter kill (if installed) and
unlock the doors. Enter the vehicle and do the following:
User guide P.7
1. Turn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position. (Do not turn the key to the CRANK
position while the engine is running. This would cause the starter motor to re-engage.)
2. Press the brake pedal to disengage the remote starter unit.
You are now ready to drive off.
Note: On some Push-To-Start (PTS) vehicles, no takeover is possible as pressing the brakes will
shut the engine down. Please talk to your technician to determine if the “Takeover mode” can be
set for your vehicle.
RemoteStarterFeatures
RemoteDoorLocks
If your system was installed with the Remote Door Locks option, you will have the convenience of
remote keyless entry.
To LOCK your doors and arm the starter kill (if installed):
1. Press and hold the button for approx. 1 sec.
2. The parking lights will flash once to confirm that the doors have been locked.
To UNLOCK your doors and disarm the starter kill (if installed):
1. Press and hold the
button for approx. 1 sec.
2. The parking lights will flash twice to confirm that the doors have been unlocked.
RemoteTrunkRelease
If your system was installed with the Remote Trunk Release option, you can open your trunk by
pressing the button for 3 seconds on the remote transmitter. In addition, this will also disarm
the OEM style alarm (if installed).
IdleMode
Convenience feature: Idle Mode allows you to keep the engine running and the doors locked
while you stop, for example, at a convenience store or for a short delivery
This feature allows you to let the remote starter take over control of the vehicle (i.e. no Key in the
Ignition Switch) while the engine is running.
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, proceed as follows to set the system to Idle Mode:
1. With the engine running, make sure to release the brake pedal and press the ,
or
button on the transmitter until the parking lights come ON.
Note: SmartStart™ can be setup to use the SmartStart™ icon to activate Idle mode.
2. Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch.
The engine will continue running.
3. Exit the vehicle and close all doors, hood and trunk.
4. Press the button to lock the doors, to arm the starter kill and to arm the alarm (if
available). The engine will continue running.
a. When re-entering the vehicle, the user must reinsert the key into the ignition and turn it
to the ON position (not Crank
) without pressing on the brake.
b. Once the key is in the ON position, press on the brake pedal to put the transmission in
gear. Pressing the brake pedal at this step will cancel the remote starter takeover.
c. Drive off.
P.8 User Guide
If your vehicle has a manual transmission, Idle Mode can be activated through the same routine
as that used for Ready Mode (page-5); at the last step, press button to lock the doors, arm the
system and leave the engine running.
NEW FEATURE – Push-To-Start Idle Mode
This feature is a variation of “Idle mode”, but made specifically for Push-To-Start vehicles, with
automatic or manual transmissions. (Consult your installer for availability of this feature.) Follow the
same steps as the normal Idle Mode procedure, except for when re-entering the vehicle while the
engine is running;
1. Press unlock
2. Open then close all doors.
3. You have 1.5 minutes (or 3 minutes) to press on the brake pedal, to get in gear and
drive off.
Note 1: Pressing on the brake pedal after the allocated (1.5 or 3-min.) period will shut the engine
down.
Note 2: The engine will continue running until the user re-enters the vehicle or until the expiration
of the run time.
Note 3: If the pre-programmed run-time expires or if the user shuts down the engine remotely, the
vehicle will enter Ready Mode automatically (manual transmissions only).
Caution!! Do not leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle standing in Idle Mode.
ValetMode
When the vehicle is in Valet Mode, the remote starter and alarm functionalities are disabled. If the
vehicle needs to be serviced, or if you park it indoors, Valet Mode will prevent the engine from
being remote-started accidentally.
Any of the following features will put the remote car starter into Valet Mode:
Ignition Valet: This feature allows you to set Valet Mode using the ignition key.
Remote Valet: This feature allows you to set Valet Mode using the transmitter.
To put the system into Valet Mode
Using the KEY (Ignition Valet Mode):
1. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch. Within 10 sec., cycle the ignition key to the
IGNITION/RUN and OFF positions 5 times until the parking lights flash 3 times.
2. Turn the ignition OFF.
3. The LED on the antenna will stay ON indicating that the vehicle has successfully entered
Valet mode.
Using the TRANSMITTER (Remote Valet Mode):
1. Press the and buttons simultaneously until the parking lights flash 3 times.
2. The LED on the antenna will stay ON indicating that the vehicle has successfully entered
Valet mode.
To take the system out of Valet Mode
Using the KEY (Ignition Valet Mode):
1. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch. Within 10 sec., cycle the ignition key to the
IGNITION/RUN and OFF positions 5 times until the parking lights flash twice.
2. Turn the ignition OFF.
3. The LED on the antenna will flash rapidly, indicating that the vehicle is now out of Valet
mode.
User guide P.9
Using the TRANSMITTER (Remote Valet Mode):
1. Press the and buttons simultaneously until the parking lights flash twice.
2. The LED on the antenna will flash rapidly, indicating that the vehicle is now out of Valet
mode.
If someone attempted to remote-start the vehicle while in Valet Mode; the parking lights will turn
ON, then OFF, then will flash twice.
PanicMode
Note: Panic mode can only be activated if the horn has been adequately configured by the
installer.
In an emergency situation, you can activate panic mode by pressing and holding the AUX button
for more than 3 seconds, until the horn starts honking. If the vehicle is under a remote start, the
engine will shutdown automatically before setting off the horn. You can stop the horn by pressing:
(this will lock your doors and deactivate panic mode), or
(this will unlock your doors and deactivate panic mode).
Furthermore, the panic mode can be stopped by activating Va let Mode (page 8)
* Panic Mode will automatically shut down after 30 sec.
QuickLockoutTM
(Also called Secure Panic.) For fast protection in emergency situations, the system will LOCK all
doors when you press the brake pedal while you hear the Horn sounding. (Quick Lockout is only
available when panic mode has been set off.)
ColdWeatherMode
If the vehicle has a manual transmission, Ready mode (page 5) should be set before entering
Cold Weather mode. When Cold Weather Mode is active, the engine starts every 2 hours and runs
for 3 minutes (or for 8 or 20 minutes with diesel engines). Cold Weather Mode automatically ends
after 24 hours (or 12 starts).
To enter Cold Weather Mode:
• Rapidly press AUX twice. The remote’s LED will start flashing.
• Press and hold until the parking lights will flash for 2 seconds, pause, and then flash
3 times.
To exit Cold Weather Mode, do any one of the following actions:
• Open the hood.
• Start the engine by remote.
• Turn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position.
• Rapidly press AUX twice. The re mote’s LED will start flashing.
Press and hold until the parking lights will flash for 2 seconds, pause, and then
flash twice.
If Safe Start is enabled, you can activate Cold Weather Mode by:
• Pressing and releasing the button, then;
• Pressing and holding the button until the parking lights flash 3 times.
P.10 User Guide
To verify whether the system is in Cold Weather Mode:
• (Automatic transmissions only) Press the brake pedal: If the vehicle is in Cold Weather
mode, the parking lights will remain ON while the brake pedal is pressed.
ExtendedRunTime
With the vehicle running under a remote start, pressing and holding the button for more than
3 seconds will reset the run time counter to zero and restart the run time cycle from the beginning.
• The horn (if programmed) will honk once;
• The parking lights will flash slowly 3 times then remain lit.
To stop the vehicle at any moment, simply press the button. This procedure can only be carried
out once per remote start.
Example: If your Module is programmed for a runtime of 3 minutes and your vehicle has been
running for 2 minutes already, pressing the button will reset the counter to zero and the Engine
will run for another cycle (in this case, 3 minutes).
Disable/EnableLEDflashing
To disable the LED: Press and simultaneously until the parking lights flash 3 times.
To Enable the LED: Press and simultaneously until the parking lights flash once.
Constantoutput
Pressing and holding the button for more than 3 seconds will lock all doors and will send a
constant pulse as long as the button is held down (maximum of 15 seconds). This constant
pulse can be configured to activate certain functionalities such as rolling up the windows – Please
refer to your installer to see if your vehicle is compatible with this option.
Pressing and holding the button for more than 3 seconds will unlock all doors and will send a
constant pulse as long as the button is held down (maximum of 15 seconds). This constant
pulse can be configured to activate certain functionalities such as rolling down the windows –
Please refer to your installer to see if your vehicle is compatible with this option.
AdvancedFeatures:InstallationprogrammableOptions
The Remote Car Starter was designed with flexibility and OEM integration in mind. With its
programmable options, this unit can single-handedly control nearly any electrical system in your
vehicle.
Caution: The programming of your system should be left to a professional. Changing any one of
the settings may affect the operation of your Remote Car Starter.
IgnitioncontrolledDoorLocks
This is an added security feature. If your Remote Car Starter was installed with the IgnitionControlled Door Locks option, the doors will automatically lock as soon as the ignition key is turned
to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position while the brakes are pressed. The remote car starter will also
lock any door that was unlocked and opened (then closed) the next time the brake pedal is pressed
(only when doors are monitored). When the key is turned to the OFF position, the doors will
automatically be unlocked.
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