Excalibur Al-1820-EDP Operation Manual

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P. O. Box 508

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07/09 MO-AL-1820-EDP

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Excalibur

AL-1820-EDP

OPERATION MANUAL

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This device complies with FCC Rules part 15. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions, (1) This device may not cause harmful inter­ference and, (2) This device must accept any interference that may be
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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.

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Coin batteries used in the transmitter which is used to operate this
security system may contain Perchlorate Material - special handling
may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

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This Booklet Contains

Introduction to the System ..................................................... 4-6

Status Light, Valet Switch, Controller & Transmitter, Multi-car Selection

Using the System..................................................................... 7

Arming Using the Controller or Transmitter .......................... 7-8

Arming Bypass, Sensor Bypass

Automatic “Last Door Arming” of the System ...................... 8-9

While the System is Armed, and should it Trigger ................ 9-10

Prewarning

Disarming the System Using the Controller or Transmitter .. 10-11

Safety Disarm Feature; Activation Alert; Automatic Rearming

Disarming By Emergency Override ....................................... 11-12

Remote Panic Feature ............................................................. 12

Remote Engine Starting .......................................................... 13-16

Safety Features, Stick Shift Remote Starting; Pit-Stop; Turbo Timer

Other Controller and Transmitter Operations.......................... 16-17

Low Voltage and Low Temperature Starting,2nd Channel, 3rd Channel, Silent

Arming & Disarming

, Sensor Bypass

Using the ValetSwitch ............................................................ 17-19

Alarm Valet Mode & Starting Valet Mode

SecureCode.............................................................................. 19-20

The Status Light ...................................................................... 20-21

2-Way Controller ..................................................................... 22-25

Icons & Programming

Anti-Carjacking Protection ...................................................... 25-26

Controller and Transmitter Protection .................................... 26

How to ProgramControllerorTransmitter................................ 27-28

How to Program Features ........................................................ 28-29

User Programmable Features .................................................. 30-37

Installer Programmable Features ............................................ 38-42

Complete Programmable Features Matrix .............................. 43

Limited Lifetime Warranty .............................................. Back Cover

Valet

Switch

Status

Light

Congratulations for your choice of the most versatile, fully-featured vehicle
security and convenience system available today, by Omega Research and Devel­opment. To enjoy the most from your new system, please take a few moments to
learn about the principal user components, and the basic operation of the system.
These subjects are found in nextseveral pages, followed by more detailed specifics
of complete operations and features.

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Introduction to the System

• The Valet Switch can also be used, in conjunction with
the vehicle’s ignition key,to perform an emergency disarming of the security
system intheeventthe transmitter or transceiver islostorbecomes inoperable.
This is referred to as “performing an Emergency Override”.

• The Valet Switch is used in the procedure of programming operational
features and also for encoding transmitters and transceivers to the system.

A complete description of the Valet Switch and its operations is on pages 17-19.

The multicolored Status Lights report the operational
status of the systemat all times, and alsoserves as a visual
deterrent to break-ins andtheft. Specificdescription of the
Status Light operation may be found on pages 20-21.

The Valet Switch has three main functions:

• The Valet Switch can be used to turn off the security
functions, including any automatic arming or locking
features (if used), and/or remote engine starting
functions of the system. The former is “Alarm Valet
Mode”; the later is “Starting Valet Mode” .

The system can operated by two types of devices: the 2-Way Controller and the

1-Way Transmitter. Your system comes with one of each of these, pre-learned
to operate the system. The controller, in addition to operating your system, also
receives signals from the system, and displays a variety of system conditions on its
LCD screen. ThisisthepatentedEcho 2-way technology. The transmitter will fully
operate the system, butit can not receive signalsnor report events from thevehicle.
Your system can be operated by as many as four controllers and/or transmitters.

One of the components, typicallymounted on the windshield, is the Window Unit
module which contains the Status Lights and the Valet Switch. The window
unit also receives and transmits the Echo technology
communications for the system’s 2-way operation.

The controller and the transmitterbothshare the same four operational buttons, and
their use to operate the system is the same. These buttons and a brief description
of what they do are:

“disarm/unlock”

• Pressing and releasing the “disarm/unlock” button disarms the system and
unlocks the doors unless the alarm is triggered, in which case it will disarm the
activated alarm, but not unlock the doors unless the button is pressed again.

• Pressing and holding this button for three seconds will first disarm, and then
activate the Panic feature, unlocking the doors.

• The unlock operation may be optionally configured during the system’s
installation so that pressing this button once disarms the system and unlocks
only the driver's door, and pressing a second time unlocks all of the doors.

“II”or“

:”

• Pressing the “

II” button for two seconds can be used to activate an extra

output, known as the “2nd channel”, for an optional function such as trunk
release.

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The 1-Way Transmitter

“III” button

“II” button

“disarm/unlock”

button

“arm/lock”

button

“arm/lock”

• Pressing and releasing the “arm/lock” button arms the security system and
locks the doors.

• Pressing and holding this button for three seconds will first arm, and then
activate the Panic feature, locking the doors.

The 2-Way Controller

“III” button

“II” button

“P”rogram

button

“arm/lock”

button

“disarm/unlock”

button

...

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The “Echo” operation ofthe system the 2-Way Controller receiving
and reacting to signals from the system in the vehicle, is included
in the following generalsystem operation descriptions; the Echo’s
icons and its programming are detailed on pages 22-25.

- IMPORTANT -

This system is the most versatile vehicle security system made. It
has many programmable features and includes built-in program­mable relays, which can offer more features and operations which
are described in the basic system instructions.
To a large degree, these extra features and operations are config­ured at the installation of the system. Please read the sections of
this manual which explain programmable features, and please
consult your installer for specifics on how your system is config­ured, and for installation options which may have used, or can be
added to system after installation.
EXAMPLE- the system can sound the vehicle’s horn in place of or in
addition to the electronic siren which is included with it. But the
operations are described with the siren only.

• Pressing and releasing this button twice arms or disarms the system without the
confirmation chirps.

• Pressing this button immediately after arming will leave the alarm armed, but
with the shock sensor feature bypassed.
“III”or“”

• Pressing and releasing the “III” button 2 times in 5 seconds will activate the
Remote start . See page 13 for more info.

• Remote Start can be reprogrammed for alternate activation methods. See
programmable feature #21.

• Pressing the “III”button once during remote start will restart the run timer.
“P” on the controller only.

• The controller has a fifth button, “

P”, which will illuminate the LCD screen

when pressed. This is also the “Programming” button; it is used to customize
controller operations, which is explained on pages 19 and 20.

• Multi-car selection: The 2-way controller can operate up to 2 separate
systems. Pressing the “P” button and the “lock” button at the same time for 1
second will select CAR 1 and pressing the “P” button and the “unlock” button at
the same time for 1 second will select CAR 2 as indicated on the controller’s
clock display.

Arming Using the Controller or Transmitter

The systemcanalwaysbe armed from the controllerortransmitter, if the ignition
key is “off” and the system is not in the Valet Mode. To arm the system, exit the
vehicle, close allofthedoors,and simply press and release the “arm/lock” button
once.

Using the System

The system’s reaction: The parking and interior lights will flash once, the siren

will chirp once and the Status Light will begin to flash red, confirming that the
system is armed.* In addition, the doors will lock and the starter interrupt will
engage to prevent any attempt to start the vehicle. Your security system is now fully
armed, and is ready to respond if an intrusion attempt is detected.

If the controller was used: Immediately after the system responds the control­ler will chirp once (or four times if a zone is bypassed), the “ARM” icon will
appear, the “locked lock” icon appears, confirming that doors have locked, and the
reporting vehicle (CAR 1 or CAR 2) will be displayed.

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*If the 2-way controller is used to operate the system, it will receive a signal
back and confirm that the operation was performed.

*The system is described in its most common and basic configuration, with
doorlocks connected, and the interior lights must be connected. The vehicle
horn may used in place of, or in addition to, the system’s electronic siren.

Your system is designed to deter theft of both your vehicle and its contents.
“Arming” your system turns on the protection, disabling the vehicle’s starter
and locking the doors. Once the system is Armed, any intrusion attempt will
Activate it, sounding the electronic “Psyren” psycho siren and flashing the
parking and interior lights to attract attention. The unique and patented “2-in-1”
Psyren psycho siren actually produces the sounds of two different sirens at
once, ensuring that it won’t be ignored like all of the other “common” car alarms.
Disarming the system turns off the protection, unlocking the doors and turning
on the parking and interior lights, allowing lighted access to, and normal use of,
the vehicle.

There are two methods of arming the system:
1- The first method is to use the controller* or transmitter, by pressing and

releasing the “arm/lock” button. The system must not already be armed or be
in Valet Mode, and the vehicle’s ignition key must be off.
2- The second method is Last Door Arming, which configures the system to
automatically arm itself every time you exit the vehicle. This method of arming
is programmable, and may be used or not used as desired.

Arming Bypass: Uponarming,if any system sensing circuitisinoperable, that

circuit only will automatically be bypassed. When an unsecured sensing circuit is
in a bypassed state, all other normally operating circuits will be protected. Should
the bypassed circuit become secured, it will automatically be reinstated for
protection 5 seconds later. When certain protection circuits are bypassed, such as
the hood/trunk and impact sensor, and the system is armed, it will indicate this by
chirping the siren three time and flashing the parking lights three times instead of
the normal arming indication of one chirp and one flash.

For example, should the trunk be open, you can still arm the system with the
transmitter, and in this case thearmingindicator will be 3 siren chirps and 3parking
light flashes. Arming Bypass will only operate when arming the system with the
transmitter.

If the controller was used for the arming, it will chirp three times instead of the
normal one time, and its display will also flash the icon of the zone which is
bypassed.

Sensor Bypass: When arming the system with the controller or transmitter,

you may conveniently and easily temporarily deactivate the impact sensor without
affecting the system’s other sensing circuits. To deactivate the sensor, arm the
system by pressing the “arm/lock” button, then press and release the transmitter’s
“II” button within three seconds. You will hear a second siren chirpconfirmingthat
the security system has armed without the sensor protecting the vehicle. The next
time the system is armed normally with one “arm/lock” button press, the sensor
will again be part of your protection.

If the controller is used for the arming and then bypassing the sensor, let it

confirm the arming, then press the “II” button. The controller will then chirp twice
and turn on its “Impact” icons to indicate the bypassed sensor.

Automatic “Last Door Arming” of the System

The system can also be programmed to automatically arm itself, and in this
process, to lock or not lock the doors. When this feature is utilized, closing the
vehicle's last door will cause the siren to chirp once, the parking and interior lights
to flash once and the Status Light to start rapidly flashing red. Thirty seconds later
the siren will chirp again and the lights will flash again, the doors will lock (which
is separately programmable) and the Status Light will slow to a steady red flash,
confirming that the security system is fully armed. If a point of entry is reopened
before the single siren chirp at 30seconds,the Last Door Arming process stops, and
will reset to start over when the point of entry is again closed. All protected entries

The system’s separate “arm/lock” and “disarm/unlock” button design allows
repetitive operation- if already armed, pressing the “arm/lock” button will simply
rearm the system, and vice versa when pressing the “disarm/unlock” button.
Controllers and transmitters both operate in this fashion.

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While the System is Armed, and should it Trigger

While the security system is armed, the Status Light flashes red in color. Should
any intrusion attempt be detected, the system will instantly activate, or "trigger".
Once triggered,thesystem loudly sounds thesirenand flashes the parking andinterior
lights on and off.

must be closed to initiate the Last Door Arming sequence.
To temporarily prevent the system from automatically Last Door Arming, youhave
these options: put the system into Alarm Valet Mode (page 18), leave the door open,
or, in most cases turning on the dome light may cause the systemto detect that your
door is still open. Leaving the ignition key turned "on" is not recommended.

Last Door Arming offers a high level of security, since you do not have to
remember to arm the security system every time you leave the vehicle, and using
it may entitle you to an insurance discount (pleasecheckwithyour agent or carrier).

When it is first triggered, the Status Light changes its red flash pattern, and the
doors will automatically relock. Should a door be open when the system triggers,
it will wait until the door is closed, and at that time relock the doors. The automatic
relocking of thedoorsdeniesaccess to the thief, and is justoneofthemany exclusive
patented features of the system. The siren will sound and the parking and interior
lights will flash for 30 seconds unless you disarm the system first (60, 90 and 120
seconds activated periods are options- see Feature #11, page 34). If all protected
entries are secure at theend of the 30 seconds, the systemwill stop and rearm itself,
ready to detect further entry attempts. If there is a protected entry still open or the
impact sensor still in a violated state at the end of 30 seconds, the system will
reactivate for two more 30 second cycles. In this case the system will stop after a
total of 3 cycles and rearm automatically, and then ignore only the open entry or
violated sensor. When the entry is closed orthesensor is reset, protection will begin
instantly for the formerly affected circuit.

Anytime the security system triggers, the Status Light will indicate which
protected zone triggered the system by flashing two, three or four times between
pauses, in the red color which indicates “alarm” operations. This “Zone Violation”
code will continue to flash, evenafterdisarming. The system can hold two different
violation codes in it's memory,which is cleared by turning the ignitionswitch "on".
Once the system has been activated and reset, the disarming confirmation changes
to make the user aware that it has done so.

How the controller reacts: Any 2-way controller programmed to the system
will react to an alarm activation, provided it is within range of the system. Upon
receiving a signal from the activated system, the controller will start chirping,
and an icon will start flashing, indicating which protected zone’s violation caused
the system’s alarm condition.

The controller will continue the chirping for 15 seconds, or until any of its buttons

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There are two methods of disarming the system:

Disarming the System

Disarming the System Using

the Controller or Transmitter

2- The second method is an “Emergency Override” alternative, should the

controller or transmitter become lost or inoperable. This method usesthe Valet
Switch, but the vehicle’s ignition key is also required.

1- The primary method is to use the controller or transmitter by pressing and

releasing its “disarm/unlock” button. This is the normal “daily use” method.

Press and release the controller or transmitter “disarm/unlock” button

once to instantly disarm the system, disengaging the starter interrupt and unlockthe

doors. If you have the optional unlock driver's door feature installed, then upon
disarming only the driver's door will unlock, and if the “disarm/unlock” button is
pressed again at anytime thereafter, all of the doors will unlock.

The system’s reaction: Disarming is confirmed by thesirenchirping twice, the
Status Light turning off, and the parking lights flashing twice, then with the interior
lights illuminating for 30 seconds for approach illumination. The lights will turn
off instantly if the ignition switch is turned "on" before the 30 seconds expires.
If the controller was used: It will confirm by chirping twice (or four times if
the system was activated), showing “DISARM” icon and “unlocked lock”, and

are pressed. Whichbutton being pressed hastheseeffectsupon the triggered system:

• Pressing “arm/lock” will rearm the system, stopping both system’s alarm
condition (leaving it armed), and stop the controller’s chirping.

• Pressing “disarm/unlock” will disarm the system, leaving the doors locked,
stopping both system’s alarm condition (leaving it disarmed) and the
controller’s chirping. Pressing the button a second time unlocks the doors.

• Pressing and releasing any of the three other buttons will simply stop the
controller’s chirping, but leave the security system still sounding in its
alarm state.

The controller will continue to display the flashing icon indicating the violated
zone, while the system is disarmed, until the ignition switch is turned on.

Prewarning Detection Circuit: When the sensor is triggered by a light impact
or shock tothevehicle,the security system will respond by chirping the siren 3 times
and locking the doors. After this Prewarning circuit has been triggered five times
it will automatically shutdown until the alarm system is disarmed, then armed.
If the controller was used to arm the system and prewarning occurs, if in range it will
react by chirping 3 times and showing the “impact” starburst icon on its display.

Multi-vehicle mode: If thecontroller is set for CAR1 and CAR2 is triggered, the
controller will temporarily switch to CAR2 and alert you of the violation. It will
switch back to CAR1 5 seconds after pressing any button to acknowledge the
violation.

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Safety Disarm/StormMode: While the systemisactivated,i.e. sounding the siren

and flashingthelights,pressing the “disarm/unlock” button willdisarmthe system,
but not unlock the doors. This safetyfeature ensures that the vehicle remain secure
should thesystemrequire disarming duetobeingactivated from nuisanceormalicious
false sensory inputs, such as typically produced by severe weather conditions. To
remotely unlock the doors if the system is disarmed while activated, simply repeat
the disarm operation by pressing and releasing the “disarm/unlock” button again.
If disarmed from a panic mode, the normal disarm indications are present, including
the unlocking of the doors.

Automatic Rearming Feature: Automatic Rearming isaprogrammablefeature
which ensures that your system is never inadvertently disarmed. It is possible to
accidentally or unknowingly operate the controller or transmitter from a pocket or
purse. You may not even be aware of an accidental disarming due to the enhanced
operating distance offered by the system’s extended range, or if the controller
confirmation is not noticed. Automatic Rearming has the alarm rearm itself 90
seconds after it ishasbeendisarmed,unless a vehicle door is opened and the ignition
key turned on. Automatic Rearming is confirmed by a fast flashing Status Light
after the disarming, unless the system was triggered, in which case a Zone Violation
code will flash instead.

During the 90 second period, Automatic Rearming can be paused by opening
the door or stopped completely by turning the ignition key "on". Also, Automatic
Rearming can be cancelled by the Safety Disarm/StormModefeature;if the system
is disarmed while triggered, Automatic Rearming will not occur.

If the system wasactivatedandresetitself: The disarming confirmation will
no longer be 2 siren chirps, and the parking lights flashing twice before staying on
with the interior lights. Instead, the system will respond with 4 siren chirps and the
parking and interior lights flashing 4 times before staying on for 30 seconds. The
Status Lightwillchange to flashing twotofour times in red betweenpausesas a “Zone
Violation” code to indicate which protectioncircuit triggered the system (2 flashes,
hood/trunk; 3 flashes, doors; 4 flashes , impact sensor). These special audible and
visual disarmingindications, and Zone Violation code, will remainthisway until the
ignition key is turned “on”.

Disarming the System by Emergency Override

Should thetransmitterbecomelost, damaged, or its batteries becomeexhausted,
the Valet Switch and the vehicle’s ignition key may be used to disarm the system:

Step 1 With the system in the armed condition, enter the vehicle via the driver's

door (be aware that the alarm will trigger when the door is opened).

briefly show the reporting vehicle (CAR 1 or CAR 2).

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The number of Valet Switch presses which are required for the Emergency
Override is custom-programmable! This is the SecureCode feature, which is
described on pages19&20. The above Emergency Override instructions reflect
the “as received from the factory” default setting.

Step 3 Within 5 seconds press and release theValet Switch one time. The system

will disarm.

Should you feelthreatened,orthe need to attract attention, you canactivateyour
system's remote “Panic” feature at any time by pressing and holding for 3 seconds
the controller or transmitter’s “arm/lock”, the “disarm/unlock” button. Your
system will respond by sounding the siren and flashing the parking lights for the
normal activated alarm period of 30 seconds.
Additionally, the system features an unique “enhanced” remote Panic operation,
regarding additional operationsduringPanic,and in association with the transmitter
button used in it’s activation or deactivation:

Remote Panic Feature

To disengage remote Panic, simply press and release any one of the same two
transmitter buttons, or, allow it automatically stop after 30 seconds.

• Activating it with the “disarm/unlock” button will unlock the doors, disarm

the system and does not engage the starter interrupt.

• Activating Panic with the “arm/lock” button will lock the doors, arm the

system and engage the starter interrupt.

• Deactivating Panic with the “arm/lock” button will stop Panic, and leave the

system armed with the starter interrupt engaged, and the doors locked.

• Deactivating it with the “disarm/unlock” button will stop Panic, and leavethe

system disarmed with the starter interrupt disengaged, and the doors unlocked.

• If the system is allowed reset itself from remote Panic, it will enter the armed

state, locking the doors and engaging the starter interrupt, regardless of which

of the three buttons was used to activate it.

Step 2 Using the ignition key, turn the vehicle’s ignition switch on.

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Your system offers the ultimate in comfort and convenience- remote engine
starting. Thisfeature allows thevehicle’sinteriorto be warmedinthewinter or cooled
in the summer before you enter the vehicle. Simply leave the climate controls set
to the desired settings when leaving the vehicle prior to using the remote starting
feature.

The followingpagesexplainthe remote engine starting operations. If the vehicle
has a manual transmission,a special procedure is required when exiting the vehicle
to enable the abilityto remote start. Otherwise, the actual activation of remote start
is the same for automatic or manual transmission vehicles.

Remote Engine Starting

Pressing and releasing the “III” button 2 times in 5 seconds will activate the
Remote start if configured to do so.

How to Activate Remote Starting

The system’s reaction: The system will respond first by rapidly flashing the

Status Light in green color, then by turning on the ignitionand flashing the parking
lights once. Then the starter will engage until the engine runs; 10 seconds later the
parking lights will illuminate steady during the period that the engine is running
from being remotely started. (having them flash instead is an option).
The engine will run for 10 minutes(thefactory-set period). Other time periods may
be programmed, if desired, byreferringto the “Programming Features” section. At
any time during remote start mode you can press the remote start button again to
restart the engine run timer. To remotely stop it press and release the transmitter’s
remote start command again. The system will stop the engine, and extinguish the
parking lights.

If the controller was used: If the controller is used to activate remote engine
starting, to confirm the operation it will first play a musical melody, and display
the “start” icon, which are puffs of smoke and appear behind the vehicle (5 differ­ent musical melodies are programmable). Once the engine has started, when the
vehicle’s parking lights come back on the “start” icon’s puffs of smoke will change
to appearing sequentially. The clock will change to 0:00 to start the remote start
timer. When the remote operation has 1 minute left to run, the controller will beep
to warn you of the cycle ending.

• When leaving the vehicle before remote starting, remember to set the climate
controls to the desired heating or air conditioning settings.

• If desired, the system’s alarm function may be armed or disarmed as needed
during remote start operations (the system must be disarmed before entering
the vehicle).

The remote engine starting feature should not be used when

the vehicle is parked in an enclosed structure or garage!

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Should the enginefailtostart on the first attempt, the systemwillsubsequentlymake
as many as three further attempts, as needed. Please note that each starting attempt
takes approximately 20 seconds for the system to check the vehicle’s status, cycle
the ignition and startercircuits,andthenmonitor vehicle status again before the next
attempt.

Safety Features: Certain conditions will prevent the engine from remotely
starting, or if remotely started already, will stop the running engine. These
conditions are:

• A pressed brake pedal.

• The gear selector not being in the “park” or “neutral” position, or alternatively,
the parking brake not being set.

• An open hood.

• If manual transmission, the vehicle was entered or disturbed after the setup
procedure was performed.

An open door willnot prevent the system from starting the engine; if the engine has
already been remotely started, opening a door will not stop the running engine,
unless the system is armed. Opening a door with the engine running by remote
control and the system armed will result in activating the system, which will stop
the running engine.

To drive the vehicle away after remote starting, disarm the system (ifneeded) open
the door to enter the vehicle, insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the
switch to “on” or “run” position (not “start”!). Thenpressthebrakepedalorremove
the gear selector from “park”;nowthe engine is no longer running fromthe system,
but rather from the ignition key. To indicate this, the system will briefly sound the
siren. Pressing the Valet Switch will also turn off the system’s running the engine,
but without the violated safety circuit siren sounding.

If a start command is sent from the controller or transmitter, but any of the following
conditions are present,thesystemwill not attempt to start the engineandwillinstead
have a short sounding of the siren to indicate a violated safety circuit. The violated
safety circuit conditionswhich can produce this indication are the gear selector not
in the “park” position, an open hood or trunk, or a pressed brake pedal.

“Stick Shift” Remote Starting Setup Procedure: When the system is in­stalled into a manual transmission vehicle, Installer Programmable Feature #5 must
be turned on. Then, whenever remote starting will be desired at a later time the

When the engine stops running, whether by safety condition or controller com­mand, a different musical melody is played, and the “start” icon disappears. If a
safety circuit stops the engine, the “crossed out key” icon will momentarily appear
(but not if the controller’s command stops the engine).

If a safety circuit prevents the starting attempt, the “engine stopped” melody
will play, and the “crossed out key” icon will appear.

Step 2 Press and release the controller or transmitter “III” button twice (same as

activating remote start). The StatusLight will begin flashinggreen, as the
system isnowkeeping the engine running.Donotpress the brake pedalfrom
this point, and the parking brake must remain on.

Step 3 Within 2 minutes, turn off the ignition key, exit the vehicle and then press

the transmitter’s “arm/lock” button to lock the vehicle. The alarm will
also arm, and the previously running engine will stop. The Status Light
also changes to show the “armed” indication, flashing slowly red, but
every fourth flash will be green, indicating that the system is “armed, and
ready for remote starting”.

Step 1 Withtheenginerunningandfootonthebrake,applytheparkingbrake,put

the transmission shifter in “neutral”,and remove your foot from the brake.

following procedure must be performed before exiting the vehicle:

From this point, the vehicle may be remote started provided that it is not

disturbed. When ready to remote start, the activation of remote starting is the same
as previously described: press and release the transmitter’s “III” button twice.

During the setup procedure, the parking brake must remain set, and the regular
brake pedal must not be pressed. After exiting the vehicle, the transmitter’s “arm/
lock” button only must be used to secure the vehicle. Using any other transmitter
button will produce the appropriate system response, but the remote starting setup
will be voided.

Once the system is fully setup for remote starting, it will start the engine if the
next transmitter operation is activating remote start. If any other transmitter button
is pressed the remote starting setup will be voided. If the armed alarm should be
triggered during this period, the remote starting setup condition will be voided.

Pit-Stop Feature: This feature allows you to turn off the ignition switch, remove
your keys, leave the vehicle and lock your doors while leaving the engine running.
Touse this feature, have the engine running normally from the ignition switch, have
the gear selector in “park”, and your foot off of the brake pedal. Press the Valet
Switch twice; the parking lights will flash once and the siren chirps 5 times; then
turn the ignitionoff. The engine will remain running forthe programmed run time,
or it will turn off if another controller or transmitter signal is received, a safety
circuit is violated, or if the Valet Switch is pressed.

This feature may be used anytime; it does not have to be specially programmed
to operate.

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The system alsohasa3rd channel output which is similar tothe2ndchannel,

but it does have some special operational design differences. To operate it, press
and hold the controller or transmitter “II” and “III” buttons together for 3 seconds.

The differencesarethat 3rd channel output will operate regardless of the ignition

switch being"on"or "off", and there isnoaudible or visual confirmation. Connection
of the3rdchannel will vary, depending uponthechosenapplication, and may require
extra parts or installation.

interior lightsfor30seconds, unlocking the doors, and disarmingthesystemif it was
armed. The 2nd channel output will not operate when the ignition switch is "on"
unless the vehicle's door is open. If desired, the security system can be programmed
to remain armed when this feature is used, and connection of the 2nd channel may
require extra parts or installation.

There are also optional 4th channel and 5th channel outputs, which are

available if more remote control functions are desired. These outputs can be
repurposed from two other system outputs, the factory arm and disarm outputs, by
an Installer Programmable Feature #9 (see page 42).

When these outputs are programmed to operate, pressing the transmitter or

controller “arm/lock” and “II” buttons together for 3 seconds will activate the 4th
channel output. Pressing the “disarm/unlock” and “III” buttons together for 3
seconds will activate the 5th channel.

The Valet Switch is located in the Window Unit, or optionally,the installermay
have mounted a separate Valet Switch in a hidden, yet accessible location. Please
ensure that you and others who use your vehicle are aware of the location of the
Valet Switch and its uses. The Valet Switch has several functions:

Using the Valet Switch-

Alarm Valet Mode & Starting Valet Mode

• It is also used in the procedures for programming features and programming

controllers or transmitters to operate the system. See the “Programming

sections of this manual for details on these uses.

• Should your controller or transmitter be lost or become inoperable, the Valet

Switch, and the ignition key, can be used to disarm the system with an

Emergency Override.

• Placing your system into Alarm Valet Mode, which prevents it from arming.

• Placing it into Starting Valet Mode, which prevents it from remote starting.

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Other Controller and Transmitter Operations

Turbo Timer Feature: It is typically recommended that vehicles equipped with

turbocharged engines allow the engine to idle for a few minutes before turning it
off. When this Installer Programmable Feature is programmed on, the system will
automatically keep the engine running as follows:

This feature must be programmed by the installer, and turning it on offers three run
time choices- 1, 2, or 3 minutes. The alarm may be armed while the engine is
running. Turbo Timer can be prevented form engaging, or “bypassed” if desired,
by turning the engine off first and then engaging the parking brake, or if it’s al­ready engaged simply step on the brake pedal to turn the running engine off.

• With the engine running, hold the brake pedal and engage the parking brake.
When the brake pedal is released, the system will keep the engine running for
the selected time, and then automatically turn it off.

Low Voltage and Low Temperature Starting Feature: This feature will
automatically start the engine should the vehicle battery voltage drop to 11 volts or
temperature drop to 15 or 32 degrees fahrenheit. This feature is very useful if the
vehicle is parked unattended for a long period of time. These features must be
activated each time you wish to use them, as follows:

• Turn the ignition switch “on”, then “off” (engine not running), and within 7
seconds press the valet button 2 times. If there is a 2 second delay without
further valet presses, the system will enter low voltage start mode and confirm
with 3 chirps. The system is now in low voltage start mode.

• If the valet switch is pressed 1 time (15 degrees fahrenheit) -Or- 2 times (32

degrees fahrenheit) within 5 seconds, it will chirp 1 or 2 times to indicate the
selected temperature; low temp start is now active.

The 2nd channel output, which is operated by pressing and holding the

controller or transmitter “II” button for 1second, is designed specifically to operate
your vehicle’s electric power trunkrelease. Your vehicle will respond by releasing
the trunk lid or rear hatch, chirping the siren twice, turning on your parking and

To Silently Arm or Disarm the alarm, press and release the “II” button twice.

The siren’s confirmation chirps will not occur, and this operation simply reverses,
or “toggles” the armed and disarmed status that the system.

The sensormaybe temporarily bypassed. When armingthealarm with the

controller ortransmitter,within 3 seconds after thearmingchirppress the “II” button.
The system will respond with another single chirp, confirming that the sensor is
bypassed.

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NOTE: When low temp start is activated, low voltage start stays on. Low
voltage and low temperature start modes will operate until the ignition key is
turned “ON” again and will activate a maximum of once every two hours.

Alarm Valet Mode: This allows you to turn off all of the “alarm” operations of
the security system while retaining the remote convenience features such as keyless
entry, Panic, and the Auxiliary Outputs. Remote starting is still operable, and has
its own valet mode (below). The system may only be placed into Alarm Valet Mode
when it’s disarmed; if armed, an Emergency Override must be performed before
placing into Alarm Valet Mode. Once the system is in Alarm ValetMode, it cannot
become armed from the transmitter, Last Door Arming, or Automatic Rearming.

Alarm Valet Mode and Emergency Override are two similar, but different
procedures, although both operations use the Valet Switch, . Emergency Override
disarms an armed and activated system, and requires the ignition key. Alarm Valet
Mode turns off the alarm operations of the disarmed system, but without the need
of the ignition key.

Alarm Valet Mode is designed for situations in which it is not convenient for
the security portion of the system to be operational, such as during extended
stopovers for vehicle servicing, maintenance, valet parking, washing, etc.

To Enter Alarm Valet Mode: With the system disarmed, and without pressing
the brake pedal, press and hold the Valet Switch for 2 seconds.

• The siren will chirp twice, the parking lights will flash twice and the Status

Light will illuminate solid red, then a series of green flashes, then return to solid
red. The green flashes, numbering from 1 to 6 times, is a remote starting diag­nostic code (see page 21).

• To indicate that the system is in Alarm Valet Mode, the Status Indicator Light

remains solid red whenever the system is in Alarm Valet Mode.

• To remind the user that the system is in Alarm Valet Mode, the siren will

chirp once every time the vehicle’s ignition is turned off.

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• The siren will chirp twice, the parking lights will flash twice and the Status

Light will illuminate solid green to confirm that the system is in Starting Valet
Mode.

• There is no audible reminder that the system is in Starting Valet mode.

To Enter both Modes (Full Valet Mode): With the system disarmed, press
and hold the Valet Switch for 4-6 seconds with the brake pedal in both conditions.
For example, start pressing the Valet Switch with the brake pedal unpressed; as

Starting Valet Mode: Thisfeature is similar to Alarm Valet Mode,butitspurpose
is to turn off the remote starting operations of the system. Thesystemmaybeplaced
into Starting Valet Mode and AlarmValet Mode independently, or into both modes
at the same time. Please note that the only difference in obtaining either mode is
whether or not the brake pedal is being pressed.
To Enter Starting Valet Mode With the system disarmed, and depressing the
brake pedal, press and hold the Valet Switch for 2 seconds.
Note: Some vehicles may require the ignition to be “ON”.

To Exit any of the 3 forms of Valet Mode, simply Press & Release the Valet
Switch at any time.

• The Status Indicator Light will turn off to confirm exit from either Alarm Valet
Mode, Starting Valet Mode, or both.

“SecureCode” allowstheuser to customize thenumberof Valet Switch presses which
are requiredtosuccessfully perform an Emergency Override. The basic Emergency
Override procedure is described on pages 11-12. Instead of a single “1 press”
of the Valet Switch which would be required in order to perform an Emergency
Override, twostagesof Valet Switch presses mustbemade. In each of thetwostages,
the Valet Switch will need to be pressed 1 through 9 times, as programmed by the
user. This is the Emergency Override procedure if the system hasprogrammedwith
a customized SecureCode:

Step 1 With the system in the armed condition, enter the vehicle via the driver's

door (be aware that the system will activatetoan alarm condition when the

SecureCode

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soon as the two chirps are heard, press the brake pedal but do not release the Valet
Switch. As soon as a second set of two chirps is heard, the Valet Switch may be
released. The system is now in Full Valet Mode. It does not matter in what order
the pressed or unpressed brake pedal occurs.

• Once the system is in Full Valet Mode the Status Indicator Light will slowly
alternate green and red to confirm that the system is in Full Valet Mode. This
indication is present whenever the system is in Full Valet Mode.

• There will be the single chirp reminder every time the ignition turns off. This
is for the Alarm Valet Mode part of the Full Valet Mode condition.

Once the system is disarmed, if Valet Mode is desired, just press and hold the
Valet Switch for 2 seconds to place the system into Valet Mode. Should a mistake
be made entering the SecureCode,after a failed attempt to achieve SecureCode,the
ignition switch must be turned off, then on again before another attempt is made.

door is opened).

Step 2 Using the ignition key, turn the vehicle’s ignition switch on.

Step 3 Within 5 seconds press and release the Valet Switch the same number of

times that have been programmed for stage #1.

Step 4 After a few seconds, the siren will stop sounding, chirp once, and then

resume sounding.

Step 5 Now,within5secondspressandreleasetheValetSwitchthesamenumber

of times that have been programmed for stage #2. Within a few seconds
the siren will stop sounding, and the unit will disarm.

Should two failed SecureCode attempts be made,thesystem will ignore any further
presses of the Valet Switch for two minutes.

In addition to Emergency Override, if any of the three anti-carjacking features
are utilized, a correct customized SecureCode would also be required to turn off
anti-carjacking once it has become fully activated. How to program your own
customized SecureCode is explained on pages 29, 30 and 31.

The Status Light

The Status Light visually confirms the status of the system and provides a high
level of visual deterrence. Two colors are shown- Red for security operations, and
Green for remote starting operations. Combinations of both colors are seen when
the two operations are occurring together. The Status Light is in the window unit,
and actually consists of two LED lights, with identical operation, for maximum
visibility.

Security System Status:TheRedcolored operations of the StatusLightindicate
the status of the security system:

1) Off = The security system is disarmedand not performing automatic functions.

The remote starter system is off, but in standby mode.

2) On Red Constant = The security system is in the Valet Mode, with the remote

starter system off and in standby mode.

3) Flashing Slow Red = The security system is fully armed, with the remote starter

system off and in standby mode.

4) Flashing Fast Red = Last Door Arming or Automatic Rearming is in progress,

with the remote starter system off and in standby mode.

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Automatic Transmitter Verification: For the first10seconds after the vehicle’s

ignition is turned on, the Status Light will flashRedanumber of times that equal the
number of controllers or transmitters that are capable of operating the system:

5) 1 Red Flash /pause = 1 transmitter is programmed.

6) 2 Red Flashes /pause = 2 transmitters are programmed.

7) 3 Red Flashes /pause = 3 transmitters are programmed.

8) 4 Red Flashes /pause = 4 transmitters are programmed.

Zone Violation: If the system entersanalarm condition, the Status Light will stop
flashing slow Red and begin to flash in sequence to indicate which protected zone
caused the alarm condition. The Status Light will flash and pause to indicate which
protected zone was violated while the system is still armed, afterit’s disarmed, and
until the vehicle’s ignition is turned on. The system’s Zone Violation feature’s
memory can store two consecutive zone violations. If there have been multiple

21) Slowly Alternates Red & Green = Full Valet Mode (page 18).

22) Solid Green w/ Red Flash = Security Armed with Starting Valet Mode.

23) Solid Red w/ Green Flash = Remote starter system engaged with security
system in Valet Mode.

24) Rapidly Alternates Red & Green = Remote starter system engaged with

security system armed.

25) Slow Flashing Green w/ 1 to 4 Red Flashes = This indication is during remote

start operation after disarming the alarm, and shows that the pre­viously Armed alarm was activated and reset prior to the remote
starting. The Red flashes are the Zone Violation (previous page),
occurring with the “engine running” indicator.

26) Slowly Flashing Red 3 Times, Green 1 Time = The system is programmed

for manual transmission remote starting, and is armed and ready
for starting.

9) 2 Red Flashes / Pause = System was triggered by open hood or trunk.

10) 3 Red Flashes / Pause = System was triggered by an open door.

11) 4 Red Flashes / Pause = System was triggered by the sensor.

• Turning on the ignition will clear the Zone Violation.

violations, the Status Light will show the two most recent violations in the order in
which they occurred.

Remote Starting Diagnostics: Whenever thesystemisplaced into Alarm Valet
Mode, the Status Light illuminates solid Red. However, when this first occurs, the
Status LightwillflashRed, then 1 to 6Greenflashesbefore resuming solid Red. This
indicates why the engine stopped running from the last previous remote starting.

15) Red / 1 Green Flash / Red = Programmed run time expired.

16) Red / 2 Green Flashes / Red = Brake was pressed or hood opened.

17) Red / 3 Green Flashes / Red = Engine stalled or bad tach signal.

18) Red / 4 Green Flashes / Red = Received transmitter command to stop.

19) Red / 5 Green Flashes / Red = Gear selector removed from “park”.

20) Red / 6 Green Flashes / Red = Security system triggered or low voltage.

12) Off = The remote starter system is off and in standby mode. The security

system is disarmed and not performing automatic functions.

13) Flashing Slow Green = The engine is running via the remote starting system.

14) Flashing Fast Green = A remote start command has been received, and the

system is in the process of starting the engine.

Starting System Status: The Status Light uses the color Green to indicate the
status of the remote starting part of the system:

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Combination Indications: These indications occur when security and remote

starting operations are, or have been, simultaneous.

• The locked or unlocked pad­lock (windshield) reflects the
true locked or unlocked status
of the doors (certain pro­grammable features can auto­matically arm the system, but
not lock the doors). Arming
with the controller or transmit­ter always locks the doors;

Controller Icons: The LCD screen on the controller has various icons which
indicate system status. When the controller is used to operate the system, it receives
back a signal which causes it to chirp (emulating the siren) and display the
appropriate icons. Brief descriptions of the icons are:

• The digit readout is a clock, with AM and PM indication. This readout also
shows which vehicle (CAR 1 or CAR 2) is being controlled when a button is
pressed.

• The “DISARM” will also show “ARM”; this indicates the Armed or Disarmed
status of the system. Neither icon is present when the system is in Valet Mode.

The 2-Way Controller

The four system- operating buttons are described on pages 5 and 6. This section
explains the controller’s icons, and how to program the controller’s features.

they will unlock the doors unless the system is activated and sounding.

• “VALET” indicates Alarm Valet Mode, replacing the “ARM” or “DISARM”
icons. A musical tone occurs when placing the system into Alarm Valet Mode.

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• When “BAT LOW” appears the transceiver’s 1.5 volt AAA battery should be
replaced with a new battery.

• The controller’s chirps and musical tones may be turned off, which makes the
unit vibrate instead; “MUTE” indicates this state.

• The “3” within a circle appears when the 3rd Channel Output is operated.

• “HOOD/TRUNK” indicates that this vehicle zone is or has been violated. If
associated with the system being activated, the controller also emits chirps,
until any button is pressed. In this case, the icon remains flashing until the
ignition switch is turned on.

• If a remote starting attempt is made, and systems aborts it due to a violated
safety circuit, the “crossed-out key” on the hood area will appear (this is
accompanied by a musical tone).

• The “CARJACK” icon within the vehicle’s front tag frame indicates that this
operation has been activated, which can be performed by any of three methods.

• On the vehicle’s windshield is a “hammer” and “impact” icon. When the shock
sensor detects light impact, causing the system to prewarn, the “impact” icon
alone will momentarily appear, accompanied by three chirps. If the sensor

CAR

Notes about the Controller and its operation:

• The system will transmit a signal to the controller whenany change occurs in the
system. If another controller or transmitter is used, your controller will also be
updated.

• If multiple controllers are programmed to operate the system, the system will
send a page signal to both controllers.

• When the system does send a signal to the controller, a few seconds is
needed for this wireless “handshake” to occur. If the system is operated in a
rapid fashion, as in quickly repeating arm and disarm cycles, the controller will
not have time to receive the signal from the system, and therefore it will stop
responding and reporting the system’s status. Normally operating the system
corrects this condition.

• A final point to remember is that the controller cannot receive a signal from the

system while it itself is transmitting. For normal operations, the
controller’s buttons are pressed and released. Even when “Panic” is operated,
the controller button should be released as soon as “Panic” engages. Otherwise,
the controller cannot receive the signal from the system.

hammer and impact icon appears, and the controller chips until any button is

pressed, and the icon remains flashing until the ignition switch is turned on.

• The “DOOR” icon will indicate that the system was activated via the door

detection circuit. The controller chirps until any button is pressed, and the
icon remains flashing until the ignition is turned on.

• The “start” icon at the rear of the vehicle confirms remote starting, and is

accompanied by a musical melody. This icon stays on while remote start is
operating, and during which the puffs will change to appearing sequentially.

• The “2” within a circle indicates use of the 2nd Channel Output, which is most

commonly used for a remote trunk release feature.

• The “transmitting tower” icon is an in-range indicator. It is present if the last

transmission by the controller was answered by a return signal from the
system. Should the controller be operated, and no return signal is received,
this icon will disappear.

• The various lines at the upper rear of the vehicle graphic represent a unique

system feature which allows the user to customize the vehicle type
represented by the display. Options are: passenger car, pickup truck, and SUV.

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Programming the Controller’s Options:

The 2-way controller has several user-programmable features:

• Chirp or Mute The chirps may be turned off, and replaced with vibration by
pressing “P” and “:” simultaneously for 1 second.

• Button Lock To lock all controller buttons and prevent accidental operation,
press “P” and “ “ simultaneously for 1 second. When locked, The padlock icon will
flash “locked”every time a button is pressed.

...

2) After 5 seconds the controller chirps twice; release the “P” but­ton; the upper rear of the vehicle will flash; Vehicle Type may be chosen.

3) Press and release the “:” button; each press of the button changes the

vehicle from Passenger Car, then to Pickup Truck, and then to Van/SUV.

When the desired type is flashing, press and release the “P” button; the
Time’s “Hours” will flash, and may be set now.

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5) Press and release the “:” button to advance the minutes or press and

release the “ ” button to reverse the minutes. When the minutes are

correct press and release the “P” button. The controller will play a

musical melody; this is the Start Melody which plays upon remote starting.
One of five melodies may be chosen now.

...

4) Press and release the “:” button to advance the hours, or press and

release the “ ” button to reverse the hours. When the Hours are correct

(please note “AM” or “PM”), press and release the “P” button.
The Time’s “Minutes” will flash, and may be set now.

...

1) Press and hold the “P” button for 5 seconds to access programming.

• Vehicle Type Choices are a passenger car, pickup truck, or van/SUV. This can

be selected separately for CAR1 and CAR2 profiles.

• Time Adjust To set the controller’s clock time.

• Start Melody; and Stop Melody These are played with remote starting.

Programmingfeaturesis a sequentialprocess-the controller isplacedinto programming
mode,theneach programmable operationis accessed inturn. Programmingisperformed
using the following steps:

6) Press and release the “:” button. Each press of the button changes to

the next melody, note that the LCD screen displays “S” and a numeral, which
is the melody number. When the desired musical tone has been the last one

played press and release the “P” button.

7) The controller will play another musical melody; this is the Stop Melody

which plays when remote start engine run period ends. There are five
different melody choices which can be made. Press and release
the “:” button . Each press of the button changes to
the next melody, note that the LCD screen dis- plays a numeral,
which is the melody number. When the desired musical tone
has been the last one played, you may

OR

press and release the “P” button to scroll back through the features.

leave the controller undisturbed for 12 seconds, until it chirps once

• While the controller programming must be “scrolled” through, programming
mode can be exited at any point within the menu by simply not pressing any
buttons for 12 seconds. The Echo chirps once when it exits programming mode.

Step 2 Turning the ignition back on.

Anti-Carjacking Protection

The system isequippedwiththreeseparate Anti-Carjacking protection features,
whose operation may be selectively activated by the ignition, by an open door, or
by the transmitter. All three are programmable, and must be turned on to operate.
Once activated, the user has 53 seconds to cancel the Anti-Carjacking protection
process by pressing the Valet Switch once. If Anti-Carjacking is not cancelled, 53
seconds after being activated the siren will begin to chirp for 7 seconds to alert the
user that the system is about to enterintoan alarm condition. The Valet Switch may
still be pressed once during this period to cancel the Anti-Carjacking process.

If the Anti-Carjacking process is not cancelled before the 60 second count­down expires, the system will enter an alarm condition, sounding the siren and
flashing the parking lights. 30 seconds after this occurs, or should the ignition be
turned off in the meantime, the stater interrupt will engage. Once the system
enters the alarm condition, it will not respond to the transmitter, nor will the sys­tem reset automatically after 60 seconds, and it can only be disengaged by:
Step 1 Turning the vehicle’s ignition off.

• If the Echo is configured for “MUTE” operation (vibrates instead chirping),
then in programming it will not play the musical melodies. Instead, it vibrates
when the remote start Melody and Stop Melody are accessed for programming.
Timer Functions: The ECHO 2-way controller has 2 timer functions. A parking
timer for timing how long you’ve parked in a parking zone or at a parking meter.
Also, the controller has a remote start timer to keep track of how long the
vehicle’s engine has been running by remote start.

Parking Timer: Press the “LOCK” button twice within 5 seconds to
activate. The digital clock display will change to “0:00” to indicate the
timer has started. The timer is in hours/minutes format and can be
canceled by pressing the “UNLOCK” button. Press the “P” button during
the timer to see the clock display. It will display for 5 seconds then return
to the timer.
Remote Start Timer: Activating remote start will automatically start the
timer. The digital clock display will change to “0:00” to indicate the timer
has started. The timer is in hours/minutes format and can be canceled by
deactivating the remote start system. Press the “P” button during the
timer to see the clock display. It will display for 5 seconds then return to
the timer.

Multi-Vehicle Operation: The ECHO 2-way controller is capable of operating
up to 2 systems in separate vehicles. This is indicated by seeing “CAR1”or
“CAR2” in place of the clock display. Select “CAR1” by pressing “LOCK” and
“P” for 1 second. Select “CAR2” by pressing “UNLOCK” and “P” for 1 second.
Every alert to the controller will also indicate which “CAR” sent the alert.

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Unauthorized Transmitter AlertTMis a protection featurewhich may be turned

on bytheuser (see thenextsection, “How to ProgramControllersand Transmitters”).
When this protection feature is utilized, whenever a controller or transmitter is
added to operate the system, for 48 hours afterward a warning consisting of a brief
series of siren chirps sounds every time the vehicle’s ignition is turned on.

Also during this 48 hour warning period, the 10 second Automatic Transmitter
Verification visual display will increase to being displayed for 90 seconds instead
of 10 seconds. When this feature is used and activated, after 48 hours the warning
chirps disappear and the Status Light flashing transmitter/controller number returns
to being displayed for 10 seconds.

Automatic Transmitter Verification

TM

shows the total number of controllers
and/or transmitters which can operate the system, by flashing the Status Light with
this number for 10 seconds every time that the ignition key is turned on. When a
controller is used to operate the system, as part of its confirmation the number of
operating controllers and transmitters is also displayed on its icon screen.

The system features several security safeguards in one of the most vulnerable
areas of any remotely controlled system. These features are found in both 2-way
controllers and 1-way transmitters.

Controller and Transmitter Protection

Code JumpingTMIt is quite easy, with the proper equipment, to record an alarm

or keyless entry system’s transmitter signal, and simply play the captured signal
back tothesystem to defeat it. system’sCode Jumping renders such “codegrabbing”
devices useless by randomly changing each signal that the controller or transmitter
sends.

Anti-Carjacking protection activated using a controller or transmitter

has the process start by pressing and holding buttons “II” and “III” for 3 seconds,
but only if the vehicle’s ignition is on. The Valet Switch must be pressed within60
seconds after this is done to cancel Anti-Carjacking. This is User Programmable
Feature #19 (see pages 28,29, and 36).

Anti-Carjacking protection activated by an opendoorhastheprocessstart
should a door be opened after the vehicle is started and the engine is running. The
Valet Switch must be pressed within 60 seconds after the door is opened to cancel
Anti-Carjacking. User Programmable Feature #18 (see pages 28,29, and 36).

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The three types of Anti-Carjacking protection features are:

Anti-Carjacking protection activated by the vehicle’s ignition has the
process start every time the vehicle’s ignition is turned on. The Valet Switch must
be pressed within 60 seconds every time the vehicle is started to cancel Anti­Carjacking. This is User Programmable Feature #17 (see pages 28,29, and 36).

Step 3 Within 5 seconds, perform an Emergency Override using the Valet

Switch. If the SecureCode has been customized, the correct number of
Valet Switch presses must be made.

If the Unauthorized Transmitter Alert feature is on, programming a
controller or transmitter to the system will activate the Unauthorized
Transmitter Alert warning and the extended Status Light visual
display; for the next 48 hours the siren will sound a brief series of
chirps every time the vehicle’s ignition key is turned on. The
following special procedure programs the controllers/transmitters
and also turns the Unauthorized Transmitter Alert feature on.

Step 3 Press the “arm/lock” button on each remaining controller or transmitter.

The system will chirp the sirenonce to confirm that each was learned.
The controller or transmitter’s other three button's functions will
automatically beassignedwhenthe “arm/lock” button is learned. Ifa code
is not received within a 10 second period, the learning process will
automatically terminate, as indicated by another siren burst.

Step 2 Within 5 secondsofturningon the ignition, press the Valet Switch 5 times.

The siren will briefly sound, confirming that for the next 10 seconds the
system is ready to learn a controller/transmitter code. To enter a code,
simply press and release the “arm/lock” button (the button which is
designed to arm the system). When the first controller/transmitter code is
learned all existing stored codes will be erased.

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Special Programming procedure to turn On the UTA feature: Using this

method to program controllers or transmitters, and to turn on or turn off the
Unauthorized Transmitter Alert feature.

Follow the same steps as the Standard Programming, but on any controller/
transmitter being programmed instead of pressing the “arm/lock” button, pressthe
“arm/lock” and the “disarm/unlock” buttons together. This action turns on the
Unauthorized TransmitterAlertfeature and at the sametimeprograms the controller/
transmitter to operate the system.

The programmingprocedureis identical for atransmitteror for a controller. Also,
it is during the controller/transmitterprogrammingprocedurethattheUnauthorized
Transmitter Alert feature may be turned on.

Step 1 Have all controllers and/or transmitters which are to operate the system at

hand. Turn the ignition “on”.

Standard Programming: Usingthis method toprogramadditional or replacement
controllers or transmitters does not affect Unauthorized Transmitter Alert.

How to Program Controllers or Transmitters

The systemiscapableof being operated by asmanyas four controllers or transmitters;
these can be any combinationof1-waytransmittersor2-way controllers. Regardless
of which, the transmitter or transceiver must be encoded, or programmed, to the
system in order to operate it (excepting the originals, which were programmed at the
factory).

To alargeextent the system’s versatilityisdue to an incrediblearrayof programmable
features- 33 main-system programmable features which offer almost 100choicesof
operational and interfacing options.

How to Program Features

To Enter Programing Mode and Change Features:

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For easier management of the programmable features,theyare divided into two
separate accessibility levels. Features which allow the user to customize the
system’s operation according to their own choice are in one group, andthe features
which are installation related, or intended for the installer’s use are in a second
group. The system has 23 User Programmable Features, and there are 10

Installer Programmable Features.

The vehicle ignitionkeyandtheValet Switch are used to enter the Programming
Mode, then the controller or transmitter is used tochangefeatures. Oncethe system
is in Programming Mode, a 10 second period without programming activity will
cause the system to automatically exit Programming Mode. Features can be
selected in any order as desired.

The same basic “

Features Programming Mode” is the means for changing

any of the features; the mode itself can be accessed as either the User level, or the
Installer level.

•The siren will chirp then sound briefly and the Status Light will
flash to confirm that the system is entering Programing Mode.

•In the case of accessing the Installer Mode, the siren chirp then brief
sounding will be heard at the fifth valet press, and then again at the
tenth valet switch press.

•The Status Light shows red color for User Programming, and Green
color for Installer programming.

•In either Programming Mode, if 10 seconds of no programming
activity occurs, the system will exit Programming Mode. Program­ming activity is the pressing of the Valet Switch or pressing a trans­mitter button once a feature is accessed.

5 times for User Programming

OR

10 times for Installer Programming

When the desired Programming Mode is accessed, select a Fea-

ture>>>

Step 3 Within 5 seconds, Press & Release the Valet Switch either:

Step 2 Turn the ignition off.

Step 1 Turn the vehicles’s ignition on.

Once theUnauthorizedTransmitter Alert feature is turnedon,thewarning will sound
for48hours after anycontrolleror transmitterprogramming,including the programming
session which was used to turn it on.

To Access a Feature:

Step 4 Within 10 seconds, Press & Release the Valet Switch the same num-

ber of times as the desired feature’s number.

•The siren will chirp and the Status Indicator Light will flash as
many times as the Valet Switch was pressed to indicate the feature
number which is now accessed.

•This and the following steps apply for both of the programming
levels- User Programming or Installer Programming.

To Change a Feature:

Step 5 After accessing the desired feature, within 10 seconds Press &

Release the appropriate controller or transmitter button.

• Pressing the “arm/lock” button typically turns the feature on; or sets
the feature’s first option. The siren will chirp once when this button
is pressed.

• Pressing the “disarm/unlock” button also typically turns the feature
off; or, sets the feature’s second option. The siren will chirp twice
when this button is pressed.

• Many features have third, and even fourth setting options. Pressing
the “II” and “III” buttons select these options. Confirmation chirps
when these buttons are pressed are three and four chirps respectively.

• Generally speaking, the Status Light will light solid when a selected
feature is programmed “on”, and not light when the feature is set for
“off”. Some features have more than one “on” option, in which case
the Status Light will remain on for all of the feature “on” settings.

To Access and Change further Features:

Step 6 If there are more features to be programmed, within 10 seconds of

the previous action Press & Release the Valet Switch the same
number of times as the next desired feature’s number.

• Again the siren will chirp and the Status Indicator Light will flash
as many times as the Valet Switch was pressed to indicate the new
feature number which is now accessed.

• Use the controller or transmitter as described in Step 5 to change the
newly accessed feature as desired.

• Repeat this Step 6 for each additional feature until all features are
programmed.

Step 7 Allow 10 seconds to pass without performing any programming

actions; or, turn the vehicles’s ignition on.

• The siren will sound briefly and the Status Indicator Light will go
out to confirm that the system is exiting Programing Mode.

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The User Programmable Features

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Each of the Programmable Features is described in detail in the
following pages. The User Programmable Features are described as
a first group, and the Installer Programmable Features as a second
group. It is important to note that programmable features affect the
exact operation of the system, and that the descriptions of any
features utilized should be used to supplement the basic system
operations which weredescribedinprevioussections of this booklet.

This groupofUser Programmable Features areallaccessed as a group inthefirst level
of features’ programming. These features have a direct affect upon the system’s
operations, so the programming and operation of each are described.

The system’s 23

User Programmable Features:

1 SecureCode
2 Last Door Arming
3 Automatic Rearming
4 Starter Interrupt Functions
5 Ignition Activated Override
6 Doors Lock With Ignition On
7 Doors Unlock With Ignition Off
8 Open Door Bypass To Previous Two Features

9 Confirmation Chirps
10 Confirmation Chirp Volume
11 Activated Alarm Cycle
12 Lights On Upon Disarm
13 Disarm Alarm Upon Trunk Release
14 Arming Delay
15 Steady Siren Output / Pulsed Horn
16 Alarm Functions Bypass
17 Ignition Activated Anti-Carjacking Protection
18 Door Activated Anti-Carjacking Protection
19 Remote Activated Anti-Carjacking Protection
20 Open Door Warning Upon Arming
21 Remote Start Activation
22 Remote Start Run Time 10 or 20 Minutes
23 Steady / Flashing Lights During Remote Start

Use the step-by-step instructions on the previous two pages to change any of
the programmable features, along with the feature’s option choices and related
programming controller/transmitter button assignment found in the following
individual feature descriptions.

To custom program a new SecureCode:

Step 3 After entering the first stage by pressing the “arm/lock” button the

desired number of times, and receivinga chirp for each press, wait for the

Step 2 Within 10 seconds slowly press and release thecontroller or transmitter’s

“arm/lock” button the number of times equal to the desired SecureCode
for stage 1, allow the system to respond to each controller/transmitter
button press with a siren chirp before pressing the button again.

Step 1 Follow Steps 1 to 4 in the previous “How to Program Features” instruc-

tions; at Step 4 the Valet Switch will be pressed and released once (the
siren chirps once) to access “feature #1”.

Feature #1 SecureCode

Factory Default Setting 1 Press
Options:
1 to 9 presses, in each of two stages

Step 4 Continue to configure stage 2 of the SecureCode by now pressing and

releasing the “disarm/unlock” button the number of times desired for the

stage 2. Thisshouldbe done in the exact same fashion as the stage1entry­press the “disarm/unlock” button, wait for asinglechirp before pressing
the button again, and then when final button press is done, wait after the
single chirp for the siren to chirp the total number entered Valet Switch
entry.

system, after the final button press, to chirp the siren again the total
number of times that the button was pressed.

Feature #2 Last Door Arming

Factory Default Setting Off

(press “arm/lock” button to program)

Options:
On without doors locking (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)

On with doors locking (press “II” button to program)

“Last Door Arming” has the system automatically armitselfeverytime you exit the
vehicle (the complete operation is described on pages 8 & 9). This feature turns that
operation on or off, and with options of having Last Door Arming operate with or
without also locking the doors when the system does arm.

SecureCode is a unique patented feature which allows you to custom select the
number of Valet Switch presses in two stages, instead of a single “1 press”, which
would be required in order to perform an Emergency Override. If any of the three
anti-carjacking features are utilized, a customized SecureCode would also be
required to turn it off once it is fully activated. The SecureCode operation is
described on pages 19 and 20.

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Feature #3 Automatic Rearming

Factory Default Setting Off

(press “arm/lock” button to program)

Options:
On without doors locking (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)

On with doors locking (press “II” button to program)

“Automatic Rearming”, describedon page 11, prevents the system from becoming
accidentally disarmed by having it arm itself after being disarmed, if a door is not
then opened or the ignition turned on. Options are to have Automatic Rearming
operate with or without also locking the doors when the system does rearm.

Feature #4 Starter Interrupt Functions

Factory Default Setting Alarm Only

(press “arm/lock” button to program)

Options:
Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Automatic (press “II” button to program)
Alarm & Anti-Grind (press “III” button to program)

This feature controls the Starter Interrupt circuit, in several ways. In its default
setting, “Alarm Only”, the Starter Interrupt is operable whenever the alarm is armed.
The Starter Interrupt can also be used to prevent the accidental grinding of the
starter, by trying to start the vehicle when it is already running by remote starting
(as when the ignition key is turned to “run” to drive the vehicle).

The “Automatic” option will cause the Starter Interrupt output to automati­cally engage 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned "off", and also 90 sec­onds after disarming the system. This automatic engagement will occur even if the
security system is in a disarmed state, but not if it is in Valet Mode. Once the
Starter Interrupt output is activated, the system must be armed, then disarmed with
the controller or transmitter, or placed into the Valet Mode by pressing and hold­ing the Valet Switch for 2 seconds to disengage it. There are no Status Light
indications with this automatic form of Starter Interrupt.

Programming this feature off completely eliminates the Starter Interrupt out­put, while leaving all other system operations fully functional.

Feature #5 Ignition Activated Override

Factory Default Setting Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Option: On (press “arm/lock” button to program)

This feature allows an activated system to be overridden and disarmed by simply
turning theignition switch on within 10 seconds of the system’s activation. After
10 seconds, the Emergency Override must be performed or the controller or trans­mitter “disarm/unlock” button can be used to disarm the system.

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Feature #6 Doors Lock With Ignition On

Factory Default Setting On (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Option: Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)

This feature configures the system to automatically lock the vehicle’s doors every
time that the ignition switch is turned on. An exception to this would be if feature
#8 is turned on, and a door being open when the ignition switch is turned on. The
following feature #7 controls the automatic unlocking operations, and feature #8
provides for an override of this automatic locking if a door is openwhentheignition
is turned on.

Feature #8 Open Door Bypass of Ignition Locking

Factory Default Setting On (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Option: Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)

This feature cancels the automatic locking or unlocking of the vehicle’s doors
should one of the doors is open when the ignition switch is turned on or off.

Feature #7 Doors Unlock With Ignition Off

Factory Default Setting On (all doors will unlock)*

(press “III” button to program)

Options:
Off (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Driver’s Door Only* (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
All Doors Except Driver’s Door* (press “II” button to program)

Similar to the previous locking feature, except this feature controls the unlock
operations when the ignition is turned off, and it has more options because of the
system’s multiple unlocking outputs.

*Multiple unlock outputs offer the capability of unlocking only the driver’s
door when the system is disarmed (Driver Door Priority Unlocking), and then the
option of unlocking all doors with a second press of the “disarm/unlock” button.

The driver’s door unlocking differently from the other doors must be config­ured when the system is installed!

If the system is installed without the Driver’s Door Priority Unlocking
interface, this feature unlocks all ofthe doors when the ignition switch is turned off.
If Driver’s Door Priority Unlocking is installed, this feature can control only the
driver’s door unlocking when the ignition is turned, all doors unlocking, or all doors
except the driver’s. The following feature provides for an override of this automatic
unlocking if a door is open when the ignition is turned off.

Feature #9 Confirmation Chirps

Factory Default Setting On

(press “arm/lock” button to program)

Options:

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Feature #12 Parking Light Illumination Upon Disarm

Factory Default Setting On (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Option: Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)

This feature affects the parking light operation when the system is disarmed. When
this feature is turned on, the parking lights flash once, and then turn back on for
external illumination for 30 secondsunless the ignition key is turned onduring that
time. If this feature is turned off, the parking lights flash once only, and do not
illuminate. This feature only affects the system’s parking light operation, and not
the interior light operation.

Feature #13 2nd Channel Also Disarms System

Factory Default Setting On (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Option: Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)

“2nd channel” is most commonly used to remotely open the vehicle’s trunk, in
which case the alarm should also disarm. This feature, turned on, configures the
system to disarm when the 2nd channel is used. If turned off, the 2nd channel output
will still occur, but without chirps or parkinglight flashes; and if armed, the system
will not disarm.

Feature #14 3 or 45 Second Arming Delay

Factory Default Setting 3 Seconds

(press “arm/lock” button to program)

Options:
15 Seconds (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
30 Seconds (press “II” button to program)

45 Seconds (press “III” button to program)

When the system is armed, whether by the controller, transmitter or by an automatic
feature, there is a briefperiod of time in which asystem activation, or alarm, cannot
occur. This Arming Delay allows the system to completely process its sensory
parameters, which can include the vehicle to stabilize. In some cases more time is
needed than the factory-set 3 seconds, and this feature offers three longer delay
options.

Feature #15 Steady Siren or Pulsed Horn

Factory Default Setting Steady Siren

(press “arm/lock” button to program)

Options:
Pulsed Horn Low (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Pulsed Horn Medium (press “II” button to program)
Pulsed Horn High (press “III” button to program)

It is important to understand that the system has a primary audible output, for the
electronic siren; and that it also has a programmable relay which among its

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Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Chirps Excepting Valet Mode (press “II” button to program)
Chirps in Valet Mode Only (press “III” button to program)

This feature removes the system’s 1 arming and 2 disarming confirmation chirps.
When this feature is used to remove these chirps, the system will still have 3 chirps
upon arming if a protected zone is violated, and still have 4 chirps upon disarming
if the system was previously activated. Using this feature to turn off the arm and
disarming chirps will also not affect the Prewarning operation, Unauthorized
Transmitter Alert (if used), nor will it affect the chirps used when programming.

The other two settings will have the confirmation chirps operate only when the
system is in Valet Mode, and not otherwise;or, the chirps will operate except when
the system is in Valet Mode.

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Feature #10 Confirmation Chirp Volume

Factory Default Setting Medium High

(press “II” button to program)

Options:
Low (softest) (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Medium Low (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
High (loudest) (press “III” button to program)

This feature allows the choice of four different volume levels of the system’s
confirmation chirps, and when programming it, the buttons can be repeatedly and
sequentially pressed, thus making it easy to hear and choose the setting with the
best chirp volume.

This feature operates regardless of how feature #15, “Steady Siren” or “Pulsed
Horn” is set. Feature #15 sets “Steady”; or “Pulsed” as three different timings, for
the activated alarm period output. This feature, #10, affects only the confirmation
chirps.

Feature #11 Alarm Duration

Factory Default Setting 30 Seconds

(press “arm/lock” button to program)

Options:
60 Seconds (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
90 Seconds (press “II” button to program)

120 Seconds (press “III” button to program)

This feature allows four choices of the Alarm Duration, which is the period of time
for which the system sounding the siren (and/or horn, optionally) and flashes the
parking lights when it is triggered. Caution: Before lengthening the Alarm

Duration you should always check and determine if there are any local anti­noise or nuisance ordinances in your area, to avoid the possibility of receiving
a violation citation.

applications is being used to sound the vehicle’s existing horn. This feature changes
only the primary audible output, so that it can be utilized to sound the existing
horn by itself. This is for cases when the programmable relay is desired for other
features, such as unlocking the doors, or as an additional ignition or accessory
output should it be needed for the remote starting operation.

The Steady Siren setting is exactly that- a steady output which the electronic
siren requires. When programming this feature for using the output for the vehicle’s
horn, the optional setting produce pulsed output on the system’s siren wire, in
three different pulse timings, which allow a degree of customization of the horn’s
sound during the alarm activation.

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Feature #16 Alarm Functions Bypass

Factory Default Setting Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Option: On (press “arm/lock” button to program)

This feature converts the system into a strictly Remote Keyless Entry System by
eliminating all antitheft alarm-oriented operations and features. When this feature
is programmed on, the system has remote keyless entry and engine starting opera­tion only.

Feature #17 Ignition Activated Anti-Carjacking Protection

Factory Default Setting Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Option: On (press “arm/lock” button to program)

This form of Anti-Carjacking is initiated by the ignition key being turned on. The
Anti-Carjacking protection, and the three ways to initiate it are described on page

25.

Feature #19 Remote Activated Anti-Carjacking Protection

Factory Default Setting Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Option: On (press “arm/lock” button to program)

This form of Anti-Carjacking is initiated by a signal from the controller or
transmitter. The Anti-Carjacking protection, including the three ways to initiate it
are described on page 25.

Feature #18 Door Activated Anti-Carjacking Protection

Factory Default Setting Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Option: On (press “arm/lock” button to program)

This form of Anti-Carjacking is initiated by a door being opened. The Anti­Carjacking protection, including the three ways to initiate it are described on page

25.

Feature #20 Open Door Warning Upon Arming

Factory Default Setting Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)

Option: On (press “arm/lock” button to program)

When this feature is turned on, if one of the vehicle's doors is open at the time that
the system is armed via thecontrolleror transmitter, the siren will chirp 3 timesand
the parking lights will flash 3 times instead of once.

Feature #21 Remote Start Activation

Factory Default Setting “III” button 2 times in 5 seconds

(press “arm/lock” button to program)

Options:

“III” button 1 time (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)

Lock & Unlock (press “II” button to program)

This feature changes how the remote start feature is activated using the controller
or transmitter.

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Feature #22 Remote Start Run Time

Factory Default Setting 10 Minutes

(press “disarm/unlock” button to program)

Options:
5 Minutes (press “arm/lock” button to program)
15 Minutes (press “II” button to program)
20 Minutes (press to program)

This feature sets the period of time that the engine will run after being remotely
started. If the engine is not stopped by controller/transmitter command or a safety
circuit violation, the engine will automatically stop upon the expiration of the
selected time period. Caution: The remote engine starting feature should

NEVER be used when the vehicleis parked in an enclosed structure or garage.

Feature #23 Steady/Flashing Lights During Remote Start

Factory Default Setting Steady (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Option: Flashing (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)

This Feature configures the system's operation of the vehicle’s parking lights when
the engine is running after it has been remotely started. The factory default setting
has the parking lights illuminating steady during the engine run time; the other
setting flashes the parking lights on and off during the engine run time.

The Installer Programmable Features

The second group offeatures, the Installer Programmable Features, are accessed as
the second level of features’ programming, which is pressing the Valet Switch 10
times instead of 5 times when entering Programming Mode (page 28). Caution:

These features have a critical affect upon the system’soperations,andinmany
cases, also upon the system’s wiring connections. These features should
NEVER be changed, except by the installer or other qualified professional.

The companion Installation Instructions booklet should be consulted for wiring
connections associated with these features.

The system’s 10

Installer Programmable Features:

1 Doorlocking Functions
2 Light Relay Functions
3 Horn Relay Functions
4 Turbo Timer
5 Manual Transmission Remote Starting
6 Engine Detection Method
7 Extended Starter Cranking Time
8 Programmable Remote Start Relay
9 Arm, Disarm or Additional Channels

10 Gasoline or Diesel Engine

Use the step-by-step instructions on pages 28-29 to change any of the Installer
Programmable Features, along with the feature’s option choices and related
programming controller/transmitter button assignment found in the following
individual feature descriptions.

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Installer Programmable Features should only be used by the original
or other qualified installer, AND individual Installer Features should
only be used, where applicable, with the correct wiring connections.

Feature #1 Doorlocking Functions

Factory Default Setting .8 Second Lock & Unlock Output

(press “arm/lock” button to program)

Options:
3 Second Lock & Unlock Output (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Double Pulse Unlock Output (press “II” button to program)
Total Closure Lock Output (press “III” button to program)

This single feature givesthe installer several needed options, to match the system’s
doorlocking outputs to suite different vehicle requirements.

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• The first setting (programmed by the “arm/lock” button) has the system
produce both the lock and unlock outputs as .8 second in duration. This is the
most common form of output needed, which interfaces most vehicles.

• The second setting (programmed by the “disarm/unlock” button) changes the
lock and unlock outputs tobe a longer 3 second pulse output. This is for certain
vehicles which require a longer output pulse from the system’s control unit;
typically cars having vacuum pumpsystems, although the longer setting is also
more suitable in some newer vehicles.

• Some newer vehiclesrequireadoublepulse output to remotely unlock the doors
and/or to disarm a factory-equipped security system, which is what the Double
Pulse Unlock setting provides (it is programmed by the “II” button ). The lock
output pulse, in this setting, is .8 second.

• The Total Closure Lock Output (programmed by the “III” button) may be used
with vehicles which are originally equipped with the total-closure feature.
Typically, a total closure feature is when locking the vehicle’s doors if the key
in the door is held to “lock” for a period of time the vehicle will close all
windows and the sunroof, in addition to locking the doors.
Selecting this feature setting changes the system’s door lock output pulse from
a .8 second to as long as a 28 second duration output. The unlock output is 3
seconds in this setting.

Note: When this feature is turned on, during the 28 second period after arm­ing the system, the lock output can be stopped on demand by pressing the
“arm/lock”or“disarm/unlock” button. Only the output will stop- pressing
either button again will normally operate the system, and at any time after the

28 second lock output period ends.
If either of the programmable relays are set for lock or unlock operation (the next
two Installer Programmable Features), the settings if this feature will operate the
programmable relays accordingly, in addition to the primary system doorlocking
outputs.

Feature #2 Light Relay Functions

Factory Default Setting Dome Light Output

(press “arm/lock” button to program)

Options:
Door Lock (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Ignition Output (press “II” button to program)
Accessory Output (press “III” button to program)

The system has two built-in relays, which can be programmed to perform several
different functions. The primary function of this relay, is to operate the vehicle’s
dome, or interior lighting as part of the system’s operations. Optionally, if desired
or needed,thisrelay can beprogrammedto be a doorlockrelay, or as medium-capacity
ignition or accessory outputs, if needed for remote starting use.

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Feature #5 Stick Shift Remote Starting

Factory Default Setting Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Option: On (press “arm/lock” button to program)

This feature changes the parameters of the system’s remote start operation to be
suitable for manual transmission-equipped vehicles via a “setup” procedure which
must be followed upon exiting the vehicle. When this feature is turned on, the
operator must set the parking brake and then press the controller or transmitter’s
“III” button twice, which keeps the engine running after removing the ignition key.
After exiting, the user must then arm the system, locking the vehicle doors, by
pressing the “arm/lock” button. Only after

Feature #4 Turbo Timer

Factory Default Setting Off

(press “arm/lock” button to program)

Options:
Run 1 Minute (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Run 2 Minutes (press “II” button to program)
Run 3 Minutes (press “III” button to program)

This feature, the operation of which is described on page 16, when turned on
configures the system to automatically keep the engine running briefly after it is
turned off. This operation is designed specifically for vehicles having turbocharged
engines (the user may temporarily bypass the feature if desired).
This feature should only be programmed by the installer, and the operation of
this feature depends on the correct connection of the safety wire to the vehicle’s
parking brake. Please refer to the Installation Instructions manual for proper
connection of this wire.

Feature #3 Horn Relay Functions

Factory Default Setting Horn Output

(press “arm/lock” button to program)

Options:
Door Unlock (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Ignition Output (press “II” button to program)
Accessory Output (press “III” button to program)

This is the second of two built-in relays which can be programmed to perform
several different functions. The primary function of this second relay, is that it is
available to operate the vehicle’s existing horn; either in conjunction with the
electronic siren, or in place of the siren. Using both the siren and the horn creates
an extremely effective security system.

Optionally, if desired or needed, this relay can be programmed to be a door
unlock relay, or as additional medium-capacity ignition or accessory outputs, if
needed for remote starting use.

this is done will the system accept a remote start command, and the vehicle must
remain undisturbed until that point. The complete instructions for remote starting,
including Stick Shift Remote Starting, starts on page 40.
This feature should only be programmed by the installer, and the operation of
this feature depends on the correct connection of the safety wire to the vehicle’s
parking brake. Please refer to the Installation Instructions manual for proper
connection of this wire.
Note: Feature #4, Turbo Timer, and Feature #5, Stick Shift Remote Starting, may
both be used together in the system.

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Feature #6 Engine Detection Method

Default Setting: Tachless Hi Sensitivity (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Option 1: Tachless Lo Sensitivity (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Option 2: Tach Mode (press “II” button to program)
Option 3: Datatach Mode (press “III” button to program)
Option 4: Crank Only (press “Lock + Unlock” buttons to program)

This selects how the system monitors the vehicle’s engine during remote start.

Important: This feature should only be programmed by the installer.

• Tachless- High Sensitivity: This monitors the vehicle’s battery voltage and
looks for a0.3 volt increase, after cranking, to determine if the engine is running. It
uses afixedcrank time (determined byfeature#7) and will makeupto 4 start attempts,
increasing the crank time by 0.2 seconds with each attempt.

• Tachless- Low Sensitivity: This is the same as the “High Sensitivity” setting but
it looks for a 0.5 volt increase to determine if the engine is running.

• Tach Mode: This setting is the most accurate way to detect the engine running.
It willreadtheengine’s RPM’s to determine iftheengine is running and todetermine
the appropriate crank time. Thismodewill crank the starter until the enginereaches
the programmed RPM’s for up to 3 seconds. Before using this setting, please

refer to the Violet/White wire’s description on page 11 for proper wiring and
refer to the TACH LEARNING procedure on page 12.

• Datatach Mode: This operates very much like the “Tach Mode” setting except
it reads the engine’s RPM’s from the D2D port on the module by interfacing with
the vehicle’sdatanetwork. Before using this setting,besure that the databusinterface
module being used is capable of this function.

• Crank Time Only:Thissettingprovidesa“blindstart”function where the system
will only attempt to start once. It will use the cranktime programmed by feature #7.
After cranking, the ignitions will stay on for the programmed run time. This setting
is useful for some push-to-start vehicles where the starter cranking is delayed from
the starter output on this system. These vehicles automatically determinetheproper
crank timeandalready monitor the engine’srunningconditionmaking it unnecessary
for this system to do so.

Feature #10 Gasoline Or Diesel Engine

Default Setting Gasoline (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Option: Diesel (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)

This feature changes thesystem's timing of the ignitionand starter output sequence
for remotely starting vehicles with a diesel engine. This feature should only be
programmed by the installer.

Feature #8 Programmable Remote Start Relay

Default Setting Ignition Output (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Options:
Accessory Output (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Starter Output (press “II” button to program)

The system features 4 dedicated remote start output relays, one of which is
programmable (this is the unit’s large blue output wire). Operation choices are
ignition, accessory or starter power output. This feature should only be
programmed by the installer.

Feature #9 Arm, Disarm or Additional Channels

Default Setting Arm / Disarm (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Options:
Arm / Channel 5 (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Channel 4 / Disarm (press “II” button to program)
Channel 4 / Channel 5 (press “III” button to program)

The system has outputs designed for arming and/or disarming a factory-equipped
security system. Thesewiresmaybe used instead to provide further system outputs,
which are remotely operated by the controller or transmitter. These outputs are in
addition to the 2nd channel and 3rd channel outputs, the operation of all of these
outputs is explained on page 17.

As shown in the programming assignment, the arm, disarm, channel 4 and
channel 5 are programmable as various combinations. For example, if the disarm
output is needed, but not the arm output, then channel 4 may be made available for
use.

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Feature #7 Extended Starter Cranking Time

Default Setting Min (.75 Second) (press “ arm/lock” button to program)
Options:
Medium Lo (1.00 Second) (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Medium Hi (1.5 Second) (press “II” button to program)
Maximum (2.25 Second) (press “III” button to program)

Extended Starter CrankingTimeoperatesin conjunction with the previous feature’s
“Tachless” setting. This feature sets the starter output’s crank time. The four
different settings indicate the cranktimefor the first crank attempt. The systemwill
make up to 4 starting attempts and each additional attempt will increase the crank
time by 0.2 second. This feature should only be programmed by the installer.

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Complete Programmable Features Matrix

4th Option: Crank Only (Lock & Unlock)

USER Features Ignition on, off, then press Valet Switch 5 times (RED Status Light).

# Feature Default Setting Option 2nd Option 3rd Option

1 SecureCode 1 & 0 2 stages, of up to 9 presses each (total of 99 possible combinations)

2 Last Door Arming OFF (L) ON w/o doorlock (U) ON w/ doorlock (2)

3 Automatic Rearming OFF (L) ON w/o doorlock (U) ON w/ doorlock (2)

4 Starter Interrupt Functions Alarm only (L) Off (U) Automatic (2) Alarm+AntiGrind (3)

5 Ignition Activated Override OFF (U) ON (L)

6 Doors Lock With Ignition On ON (L) OFF (U)

7 Doors Unlock With Ignition Off ON (3) OFF (L) o/p 1 only (U) o/p 2 only (2)

8 Open Door Bypass to above ON (L) OFF (U)

9 Confirmation Chirps ON (L) OFF (U) exc. Valet (2) Valet only (3)

10 Confirmation Chirp Volume Medium Loud (2) Low (L) Med Lo (U) Loud(3)

11 Activated Alarm Cycle 30 Seconds (L) 60 Sec. (U) 90 Sec. (2) 120 Sec. (3)

12 Lights On Upon Disarm ON (L) OFF (U)

13 Disarm Upon Trunk Release ON (L) OFF (U)

14 Arming Delay 3 Seconds (L) 15 Seconds (U) 30 Seconds (2) 45 Seconds (3)

15 Steady Siren / Pulsed Horn Steady Siren (L) Pulsed Horn Lo (U) Pulsed Med. (2) Pulsed Hi (3)

16 Alarm Functions Bypass OFF (U) ON (L)

17 Ignition Anti-Carjacking OFF (U) ON (L)

18 Door Anti-Carjacking OFF (U) ON (L)

19 Remote Anti-Carjacking OFF (U) ON (L)

20 Open Door Warning at Arm OFF (U) ON (L)

21 Remote Start Activation “III/Start Twice” (L) “III/Start Once” (U) Lock & Unlock (2)

22 Remote Start Run Time 10 Min. (U) 5 min. (L) 15 min. (2) 20 min. (3)

23 Steady/Flash Lights Rem. Start Steady (L) Flashing (U)

INSTALLER Features Ignition on, off, then press Valet Switch 10 times (GREEN Status Light).

1 Doorlock Functions .8 second (L) 3 Seconds (U) Double Unlock (2) Total Closure (3)

2 Light Relay Functions Dome Light (L) Lock (U) Ignition (2) Accessory (3)

3 Horn Relay Functions Horn, med. (L) Unlock (U) Ignition (2) Accessory (3)

4 Turbo Timer OFF (L) 1 min. (U) 2 min. (2) 3 min. (3)

5 Manual Trans. Remote Start OFF (U) ON (L)

6 Engine Detection Hi Sensitivity(L) Lo Sensitivity (U) Tach (2) Datatach (3)

7 Ext. Starter Cranking Time .75 (minimum) (L) 1.00 (U) 1.5 (2) 2.25 (maximum) (3)

8 Remote Start Relay Ignition (L) Accessory (U) Starter (2)

9 Arm/Disarm or Add. Chan. Arm/Disarm (L) Arm/Ch. 5 (U) Ch. 4 / Disarm (2) Ch.4/Ch.5(3)

10 Gasoline or Diesel Engine Gasoline (L) Diesel (U)