Marksman M9A Installation Manual

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Installation

Manual

Model: M9A

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

Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to
this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Installer Warnings!

This remote starter with alarm system is designed to be installed on fuel injected vehicles with an automatic
transmission ONLY.

• Do not plug the 8-pin or 5-pin wire harness into the alarm control module before you begin installing the
alarm. The wire harnesses must be plugged into the alarm control module after all connections are made.
Failure to follow this procedure could cause some confusion with transmitter operation and or alarm function
operation.

• Never install this remote starter on a manual transmission vehicle.

• This system must be installed and wired through a safety switch so it will not start in any forward or reverse
gear.

• Some automatic transmission vehicles (mainly older GM vehicles with a purple starter wire) have a
mechanical-type park safety switch instead of electrical safety switch. The mechanical type does not interrupt
the starter circuit when the transmission is any gear and does not offer the 100% level of safety required for
remote starting purposes. Therefore, our system should never be installed on any vehicle that uses a
mechanical type park safety switch.

• Once you install this system, you must verify that the vehicle will not start in any forward or reverse gear.
Regardless of the type of vehicle.

• Read operation manual for operating and programming routine.

• Do not install any component near the brake, gas pedal or steering linkage.

• Some vehicles have a factory installed transponder immobilizer system that can severely complicate the
installation. There is possibility that this system can not be installed on some immobilizer equipped vehicles.

• Most vehicles have an SRS air bag system. Use extreme care and do not probe any wires of the SRS system.

• Disconnect the car battery before connecting work on the vehicle.

• Use conventional crimp lock, bullet on any wiring. Poor wiring, i.e. taped joints will possibly introduce
unreliability into the alarm system and may result in false alarms or incorrect operation.

• Install wiring neatly under carpets or behind trim to prevent possible damage to wires.

• For the wires that operate at currents more than 10A, we suggest soldering all connection points. Do not use
crimp lock type connectors or wire nuts.

Component Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

Programming the Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Alarm Feature Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-20

Remote Start Operation/ Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-27

Speciality Features and Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-33

Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Contents

Windshield Receiver/Antenna

• The combination windshield receiver/antenna mounts on the windshield (inside vehicle).

• We suggest you mount the receiver/antenna on the lower left-hand side of the windshield.

Warning! Do not mount the Windshield Receiver/Antenna in such a manner that it obstructs
the driver’s view.

• The receiver/antenna can be mounted vertical or horizontal.

• Remove the protective tape backing.

• Carefully align the receiver/antenna and apply to windshield.

• Route the black connecting cable behind the trim and connect to receiver/antenna.

• Connect the other end to the control module.

Valet Switch

Select a mounting location for the switch that is easily accessible to the driver of the vehicle. The switch does
not have to be concealed. However, concealing the switch is always recommended, as this provides an even
higher level of security to the vehicle. Mount the valet switch in a hidden but accessible location. Route the
valet switch wires to the control module.

LED Status Indicator

The LED status indicator should be mounted in a highly visible area. Leave at least 6mm of space behind the
mounting location for LED housing. Once a suitable location is chosen, drill a 1/4" hole. Run the LED wires
through the hole then press the 2-pin LED housing into the place. Route the LED wires to the control module.

Wiring

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Component Installation

Red Wire +12 V Input (Battery)

Red Wire +12 V Input (Battery)

Yellow Wire Ignition 1 Output (Must Connect)

Brown Wire ACC / Heater Output

Violet Wire Starter Output

Pink Wire Ignition 2 Output

White 6-Pin Heavy Gauge Connector

The method that the remote starter uses to start the vehicle is a duplicate of the ignition switch function. Below, is
an explanation of the 3 basic functions of the ignition switch. Since this installation will require analysis of the
ignition switch functions, it is recommended making the three connections below at the ignition switch harness
directly.

Violet Wire: (Starter Output)

Careful consideration for the connection of this wire must be made to prevent the vehicle from starting while
in gear. Understanding the difference between a mechanical and an electrical Neutral Start Switch will allow
you to properly identify the circuit and select the correct installation method. In addition you will realize why
the connection of the safety wire is required for all mechanical switch configurations.

Failure to make this connection properly can result in personal injury and property damage.
In all installations it is the responsibility of the installing technician to test the remote start unit and assure

that the vehicle can not start via RF control in any gear selection other than park or neutral.

Wiring

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White 6-Pin Heavy Gauge Wiring Connector (continued)

Violet Wire: (continued)

In both mechanical and electrical neutral start switch configurations, the connection of the “Violet” wire will
be made to the low current start solenoid wire of the ignition switch harness. This wire must have +12 Volts
when the ignition switch is turned to the “START” (crank) position only. This wire have 0 volts in all other
ignition switch positions.
Note: If a starter disable relay is installed, the connection of the violet wire must be at the starter side of the
relay, not the ignition switch side.

Failure to connect this wire to the ignition switch side of the neutral safety switch can result in personal injury
and property damage (See Neutral Start Safety Test for further details).

Red Wires (2): (+12 V Power Input)

Remove the two 20A fuses prior to connecting these wires and do not replace them until the harness has
been plugged into the control module. These wires are the source of current for all the circuits the relay
harness will energize. They must be connected to a high current source. It is recommended that these wires
be connected to the 12V battery terminal.

Yellow Wire: (Ignition 1 Output)

Connect the “Yellow” wire to the ignition 1 wire from the ignition switch. The ignition wire should receive +12
volts” when the ignition key is in the “ON” or “RUN” and “START” or “CRANK” position. When the ignition is
turned “OFF”, the ignition wire should receive “0” voltage. The yellow wire must be connected.

Pink Wire: (Ignition 2 Output)

Some vehicles have 2 ignition wires that must be powered. Connect the “Pink” wire to the Ignition 2 wire from
the ignition switch. No connection is required on vehicles without a second ignition.

Brown Wire: (Accessory Output, Heater/ACC Output)

Connect the “Brown” wire to the accessory wire that powers the climate control system. An accessory wire
will show +12 Volts when the ignition switch is turned to the “ACCESSORY” or “ON” and “RUN” positions, it
will show 0 Volts when the key is turned to the “OFF” and “START” or “CRANK” position. There will often be
more than one accessory wire in the ignition harness. The correct accessory wire will power the vehicle’s
climate control system. Some vehicles may have separate wires for the blower motor and the air conditioning
compressor. In such cases, it will be necessary to add a relay to power the second accessory wire.

"ACC" "START"

"OFF" "ON"

Starter

Start Cut Relay

(When Used)

Violet Wire

Closed in Park

or Neutral Only

Neutral Safety

Switch

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Wiring

Red Wire with White Stripe: (Parking Light Relay Input)

The “Red/White” wire has already been assembled to work with a +12 Volt switched parking light system (most
vehicles). For vehicles with ground switched parking light activation cut this wire and connect it to ground.

White Wire: (Parking Light Relay Output, +12V 10A Output + or - Selectable)

Connect the “White” wire to the parking light wire coming from the headlight switch. Do not connect the
“White” wire to the dashboard lighting dimmer switch (damage to the dimmer will result). The limitation of
the “White” wire is 10 Amp max. Do not exceed this limit or damage to the alarm and parking relay will result.

Black Wire: (System Ground)

This is main ground connection of the alarm module. Make this connection to a solid section of the vehicle
frame. Do not connect this wire to any existing ground wires supplied by the factory wire loom, make the
connection to the vehicle’s frame directly.

Brown Wire: (Programmable Siren Drive Output - Factory Default Setting)

This is the positive (+) output connection for the siren, current capacity is 2 Amps. Make connection to the (+)
red wire from the siren. Make the (-) black wire coming from the siren to a good chassis ground.

(+) Low Current Horn Output (See Alarm Feature Programming Part 2 to Horn Output - Optional Setting)
This wire is provided to use the existing vehicle’s horn as the alarm system’s primary audible warning device. It’s
a transistorized low current output, and should only be connected to the low current positive (+) output from the
vehicle’s horn switch. Vehicle horn systems that require a (-) trigger will require an additional relay as shown.

Red Wire: (System Power +12V Constant)

The “Red” wire supplies power to the system. Connect this wire to a constant +12V source.

87

87a

86

85

30

Brown Wire

To Ground

To Horn

+12V or Ground Depending

on System Requirements

Fuse

White 5-Pin Connector

Red/White Wire Parking Light Relay Power Input

White Wire Parking Light Relay Output

Black Wire Ground to Vehicle Frame

Brown Wire Positive Output to Siren

Red Wire

Red Wire +12V Input

Cut this Wire and

Ground It for Ground

Trigger Parking Lights

(Ground Switching

Parking Light System Only)

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Wiring

White 2-Pin Connector

LED Status Indicator:

The LED indicator status should be mounted in a highly visible area such as top of the dashboard, on top of
the shifter console or on dashboard face. Leave at least 6mm space behind the mounting location for LED
housing. Once a suitable location is chosen, drill a 1/4" hole. Run the LED wires though the hole then press
the 2-Pin LED housing into the place. Route the LED wires to the control module.

Blue 2-Pin Connector

Valet Switch

Select a mounting location for the switch that is easily accessible to the driver of the vehicle. The switch does
not have to be concealed, however, concealing the switch is always recommended, as this provides an even
higher level of security to the vehicle. Mount the valet switch in a hidden but accessible location. Route the
valet switch wires to the control module.

White 6-Pin Mini Connector

Yellow Wire (-) 200mA Ignition 3 Control Output

Black/Green Wire (-) 200mA Time Control Channel 4 Output

Gray Wire (-) 200mA Channel 3 (Trunk) Output

Pink Wire (-) 200mA Programmable Output,

• Horn Output (Factory Default Setting) or

• Factory Security Rearm Signal Output or

• Start Status (Shock Sensor Bypass Control) Output

Orange Wire (-) 500mA Grounded Output when Armed

Tan and White 4-Pin Data Adapter Cable

Connects the alarm module with direct plug-in to "D2D" Data Adapters.

Wiring

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White 6-Pin Mini Connector (continued)

White Wire

Dome Light Control Output: (Factory Default Setting)

This wire becomes grounded when the dome light control circuit of the alarm is active. The current capacity
of this wire is 200mA. This wire can control the operation of the interior lights. An optional relay can be
used as shown.

A. Upon disarming, the interior lights will remain on for 30 seconds.
B. If the vehicle is violated, the interior light will flash for the same duration as the siren.

Common Door Pin Trigger

White Wire

Ground Wire or Connect to + 12V

Depending on Circuit Requirements

+12V

Dome

Light

87

87A

85

86

30

2 Step Door Unlock Output: (See Alarm Feature Programming Part 3)

The 2 step unlock feature will work for the most fully electronic door lock circuit. The vehicle must have an
electronic door lock switch (not the lock knob or key switch), which locks and unlocks all of the vehicle’s
doors. When wired for this feature, pressing the disarm (or unlock) button one time will disarm the alarm
and unlock the driver’s door only. Press disarm (or unlock) button two times within 3 seconds, the alarm
will disarm and all doors will unlock. (See Page 13 for Wiring)

Factory Security Disarm Signal Output: (See Alarm Feature Programming Part 3)

This wire is designed to disarm a factory installed security system. This wire sends a negative (-) 1 second
pulse upon a remote start and remote door unlocking. Some factory systems must be disarmed to allow
remote starting. In most cases, this wire may be connected directly to the factory alarm disarm wire. The
correct wire will show negative ground when the key is used to unlock the doors or trunk. This wire is
usually found in the kick panel area in the wiring harness coming into the car body from the door.

Ground Output During Start (Crank): (See Alarm Feature Programming Part 3)

This wire will provide a 200mA ground output while the starter output of the remote start unit is active. This
output can be used to activate the Crank Low/Bulb test wire found in some GM vehicles. this wire is also
referred to as the ECM wake up wire in some vehicles.

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Wiring

Ignition: 3-Wires from
Ignition Key switch

Constant +12V:

Fused 25A Capable

Yellow Wire

87

87A

85

86

30

White 6-Pin Mini Connector (continued)

Yellow Wire: (-) 200mA Ignition 3 Output

This wire provides a 200mA (-) ground output that becomes active in 4 seconds before the remote start unit
initializes and remains grounded while running. It may also be used for an immobilizer bypass module.

Ignition 3 Output:

Some newer vehicles use a third ignition wire which is required to start and keep the vehicle’s engine
running. If this is the case, wire an IGN 3 Relay (not supplied) as shown:
DO NOT CONNECT ANY VEHICLE CIRCUITS TOGETHER, THEY ARE ISOLATED FOR A REASON.

Transponder Interfacing Using ALA984 Relay (may also use optional RS-TIM bypass module):

If the vehicle has transponder system installed, you will need to bypass the system while the vehicle is
operating under the control of the Remote Start Unit. To do this, follow these steps:

1. You will need a transponder key that's already programmed to the vehicle.

2. Remove the trim around the ignition switch.

3. Wrap a thin (30awg) wire tightly around ignition switch 6 to 8 times and secure it.

4. About 6" down line make another loop of approximately 2" diameter.

5. Place the key inside this loop and secure it to the loop.

6. Connect one end of the 30 awg wire to pin (87) of the relay module.

7. Connect the other end of the loop wire to pin (30) of relay module.

8. Connect the pin (86) of the relay module to the ignition wire from the ignition switch.

9. Connect the pin (85) of the relay module to the yellow wire of 6-pin connector.

Transponder Key

87

87A

85

86

30

Ignition
Switch

+12 Volt Ignition

Yellow Wire

Wiring

White 6-Pin Mini Connector

(continued)

Yellow Wire: (continued)

GM VATS Key Override Using ALA984 Relay

(may also use optional RS-PLM bypass module)

87

87A

85

86

30

To Ignition

Passkey Wire
Computer Side

Orange or Black Plastic Tube

at Steering Column

Matching Resistor

Cut

Passkey Wire

Key Side

Yellow Wire

Matching

Resistor

Yellow

Trucks: Orange/Black or Cars: Black

87

87A

85

86

30

To Vehicle's Ignition Wire

Trucks: Red/White or Cars: White

Yellow Wire

Passkey ll Key Override Using ALA984 Relay

Black/Green Wire: (-) 200mA Timer Control Channel 4 Output/Key Sensor Output

(See Alarm Feature Programming Part 3) (Factory default setting on momentary ground) This wire is a built-in
user programmable timer that provides a ground output. You may program the built-in timer to send a
ground signal for any time interval between 1 second and 2 minutes. For instance, this timer output may be
used to turn on the headlights with the remote control. Also, on certain Mercedes Benz, BMW, Jaguar and
Volkswagens you can use this unique timed output to allow remote closure of all power windows and sunroof
without the need for an external module.

Gray Wire: Channel 3 (Trunk Release) Output

This will become a 1 second pulse ground by activating Channel 3 on transmitter for two seconds, the current
capacity of this wire is 200mA. This feature allows you to remote control trunk release or other electric device.

Input to Relay (+ or -)

87

87A

85

86

30

To Constant +12 Volts

Gray Wire

Output to Power Trunk Switch

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Wiring

10

White 6-Pin Mini Connector

(continued)

Pink Wire: (-) 200mA Programmable Output

(See Feature Programming Part 3)

Horn Output: (Factory Default Setting)

This wire can be used to activate the existing vehicle’s horn as the alarm system’s optional warning audible
device. It’s a transistorized low current output, and should only be connected to the low current ground
output from the vehicle’s horn switch. When the system is triggered, the horn will sound (depending on the
vehicle’s requirement an additional relay may be needed as shown).

87

87A

85

86

30

"START"

"OFF"

"ON"

Starter

IN4003 Diode

Cut

Orange Wire

"ACC"

Violet Wire

+12V

To Horn

+12V or Ground Depending

on System Requirements

Fuse

Pink Wire

87

87A

85

86

30

Factory Security Rearm Signal Output: (See Alarm Feature Programming Part 3)

This wire can be used to rearm a factory installed security system. This wire will supply a pulse whenever
the remote start times out or is shut down using the transmitter and remote door locking.

Start Status (Shock Sensor Bypass Control) Output: (See Alarm Feature Programming Part 3)

This wire is designed to bypass the shock sensor module. This wire will supply an output at all times the
remote start is operating plus an additional 3 seconds after the remote start unit turns off.

Orange Wire : (-) 500mA Grounded Output when Armed)

This wire will become grounded when the alarm is armed. The current capacity of this wire is 500mA. This
output can control a starter disable relay, when the system is triggered. The vehicle is prevented from any
unauthorized starting, and also becomes activated when the engine is remote started.

Wiring

3 Wire Positive Trigger Door Lock System

(+) Lock Out

+12 Volts Input

(+) Unlock Out

To Door Lock
Control Relays

Blue Wire: Connect to Lock

Green Wire: Connect to Unlock

Lock Control

Switch

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3 Wire Ground Trigger Door Lock System

(-) Lock Out

Ground Input

(

-

) Unlock Out

To Door Lock
Control Relays

Lock Control

Switch

Blue Wire: Connect to Unlock

Green Wire: Connect to Lock

Black 3-Pin Mini Connector

5 Wire Ground at Rest Door Locking Systems

87

87A

85

86

30

87

87A

85

86

30

To +12 Volts
(Battery +)

To Power
Lock Switch

To Power

Lock Motors

White Wire: Lock

Brown Wire: Unlock

Green Wire: Lock

Blue Wire: Unlock

Violet Wire

ALA-DL1

Relay Pack

Red Wire: Lock

Green Wire

Blue Wire

Note: Orange wire from ALA-DL1

must be connected to +12V

Black Wire: Unlock

Newly Installed Power Door Lock Motors

87

87A

85

86

30

87

87A

85

86

30

To +12 Volts

(Battery +)

To Ground

To Newly
Installed Power
Door Lock Motors

White Wire

Brown Wire

Green Wire: Lock

Blue Wire: Unlock

Violet Wire

ALA-DL1

Relay Pack

Red Wire: Lock

Green Wire

Blue Wire

Note: Orange wire from ALA-DL1

must be connected to +12V

Black Wire: Unlock