Omega 850i User Manual
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INC. (the "Company"), are warranted to be free from defects in materials and
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and thereafter all parts to be repaired will be free with only a nominal charge for
Crime Guard Keyless Entry & Security, Inc.'s labor and return shipping, to the
original owner during the lifetime of the car in which it was originally installed.
All products for warranty repair must be sent postage prepaid to Crime
Guard Keyless Entry & Security, Inc., P.O. Box 508, Douglasville, Georgia
30133, or send via UPS to: 981 N. Burnt Hickory Rd., Douglasville, Georgia
30134, with bill of sale or other dated proof of purchase. This warranty is
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of God.
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charges, damage to or theft of the vehicle or its contents, or any incidental or
consequential damages caused by any failure or alleged failure of the product to
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OPERATION MANUAL
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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 TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Omega Research and Development, Inc.
P. O. Box 508
Douglasville, Georgia 30133
www.caralarm.com
02/04 MO-CG-850i4e
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
About Your New Crime Guard System.................................. 3-5
Status Light, Valet Switch, Transmitter & Transceiver
Using Your Crime Guard System ........................................... 6
Remote Arming By Transmitter or Transceiver..................... 6-7
Arming Bypass
Last Door Arming By Exiting The Car .................................. 7 - 8
System Armed and Activated ................................................. 9-10
Disarming The System............................................................ 10
Safety Disarm
Remote Disarming By Transmitter or Transceiver ................ 10-13
Safety Disarm Feature; Activation Alert; Automatic Rearming
Disarming By Emergency Override ....................................... 13-14
Enhanced Remote Panic.......................................................... 14-15
Auxiliary Outputs.................................................................... 15-16
Silent Arming & Disarming.................................................... 17
Glass Breakage and 2-Zone Infrasonic Impact Sensor .......... 1 7
Remote Sensor Bypass............................................................ 18
Remote Engine Starting .......................................................... 18-22
Stick Shift Remote Starting; Pit-Stop; Turbo Timer
Alarm Valet Mode & Starting Valet Modes........................... 23-25
Status Light ............................................................................. 25-26
Vehicle Recovery .................................................................... 27
Unauthorized Transmitter Alert &
Automatic Transmitter Verification........................................ 26
Programming The 850i4e ........................................................ 28-29
The 850i4e’s Programmable Features ..................................... 30-43
Programming Transmitters or Transceivers ........................... 43-44
Programming the Echo Transceiver Functions ...................... 44-46
Features Programming Checklist............................................ 46-47
Limited Lifetime Warranty .............................................. Back Cover
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# FEATURE DEFAULT
#1 SecureCode Programming 1 Press (n/a)
#2 30 / 60 Second Activated Alarm Cycle 30 Seconds (U)
#3 3 / 45 Second Arming Delay 3 Seconds (L)
#4 Last Door Arming OFF (U)
#5 Automatic Rearming OFF (U)
#6 Auxiliary Channel #2 Also Disarms System ON (L)
#7 Parking Light Illumination Upon Disarm ON (L)
#8 Doors Lock At Ignition “On” ON (L)
#9 Unlock #1 At Ignition OFF ON (L)
#10 Unlock #2 At Ignition OFF OFF (U)
#11 Open Door Bypass To Features 8, 9, 10 ON (L)
#12 Doors Lock With Last Door Arming OFF (U)
#13 Doors Lock With Automatic Rearming OFF (U)
#14 Ignition-Activated Vehicle Recovery OFF (U)
#15 Door-Activated Vehicle Recovery OFF (U)
#16 Transmitter-Activated Vehicle Recovery OFF (U)
#17 Chirp Confirmation ON (L)
#18 Remote Start Run Time 10 or 20 Minutes 10 Minutes (U)
#19 Steady / Flashing Lights During Remote Start Steady (L)
#20 Remote Start Preactivation OFF (U)
#21 Steady Siren or Pulsed Horn Output Steady Siren (U)
#22 Soft or Loud Horn Confirmation Chirps “Medium Soft” (U)
#23 1 or 2 Button Arming / Disarming 2 Button (U)
#24 .8 / 3 Second Doorlock Pulse .8 Second (L)
#25 Double Unlock Pulse OFF (U)
#26 Total Closure Lock Output OFF (U)
#27 Gasoline or Diesel Engine Gasoline (L)
#28 Extended Starter Cranking Time Minimum (L)
#29 “Tach Wire” or “Tachless “ Starter Operation “Tachless” (L)
#30 Manual Transmission Remote Starting OFF (U)
#31 Turbo Timer OFF (U)
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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 starting Start Melody and Stop Melody are accessed for programming.
Other Omega Echo Notes:
• The system will only transmit a signal to the Echo transceiver if the Echo was
last used to operate the system (as in Arming or Disarming it). Example: if
the transmitter is used to Arm the system, the system will not transmit a signal
which will cause the Echo to chirp and change its icons.
• If multiple Echo transceivers are programmed to operate the system, the sys-
tem will send its signal to only one transceiver- the last one used.
• When the Crime Guard 850i
ceiver, a few seconds is needed for this “handshake” to occur. If the
system is operated in a rapid fashion, as in quickly repeating Arm and Disarm
cycles, the Echo 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 symptom.
• A final point to remember is that the Echo transceiver cannot receive a signal
from the 850i
the Echo’s buttons are pressed and released. Even when “Panic” is operated,
the Echo button should be released as soon as “Panic” engages. Otherwise,
the Echo cannot receive the signal from the system.
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e system while it itself is transmitting. For normal operations,
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e system does send a signal to the Echo trans-
FEATURES PROGRAMMING CHECKLIST
This handy checklist simplifies the features programming process. Before
attempting feature programming, please refer to pages 27-43 for the full
programming procedure and a detailed description of each feature.
Step 1 - Turn the ignition “off”, and press the Valet Switch 5 times. The siren
will briefly sound to confirm programming mode.
Step 2 - Press the Valet Switch the same number of times as the desired feature
number. The system will chirp back the same number.
Step 3 - Press the transmitter’s "Arm/Lock" button to turn the feature “on” (1
chirp) or press the "Disarm/Unlock" button to turn the feature “off” (2
chirps).
Repeat - Steps 2 and 3 for each remaining feature to be changed
ABOUT YOUR NEW CRIME GUARD SYSTEM
Congratulations on your purchase of a new Crime Guard security and remote
starting system. Crime Guard systems combine the benefits of easy-to-use
convenience with “no nonsense” protection of property and person. Please
review this guide to become familiar with your Crime Guard vehicle security and
remote starting system. To operate your system, the four principal components
are first described: the Remote Transmitter and Remote Transceiver, the Status
Light, and the Valet Switch.
The Status Light: The multicolored Status Light, placed in a visible location
in the vehicle’s interior, reports the operational status of the system at all times,
and also serves as a visual deterrent to break-ins and theft. Specific description
of the Status Light operation may be found on pages 25-26.
The Valet Switch: 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” (pages 23-24).
✓ The Valet Switch can also be used, in conjunction with the vehicle’s ignition
key, to perform an emergency disarming of the security system in the event
the transmitter or transceiver is lost or becomes inoperable. This is referred
to as “performing an Emergency Override” (pages 13-14).
✓ The Valet Switch is used in the procedure of programming operational
features and also for encoding transmitters and transceivers to the system.
The 2-color Status Light and Valet Switch are
mounted in the system’s radio transceiver unit,
which is typically mounted to an interior glass,
such as the windshield. The Status Light is
Status
Light
Valet
Switch
most visible, and the Valet Switch is
convenient to use (the SecureCode feature
protects against unauthorized disarming).
If desired, Crime Guard’s flexible design will
allow for separately mounting an optional
Valet Switch or Status Light. The Valet
Switch is a critical part of your Crime Guard
system! See Page 13-14 and 23-24.
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The Remote Transmitter and
Remote Transceiver: Your system
comes with two pre-learned remote
controls; one is a “transmitter”, and the
other is a 2-way “transceiver”, the Omega
Echo. The remote transceiver, in addition
to operating your system, also receives
signals from the system, and displays a
variety of system conditions on its LCD
screen. Your system can be operated by
as many as four transmitters and/or
transceivers.
The remote transmitter and
transceiver both share the same four
operational buttons- the “Arm
/Lock”, the “Disarm/Unlock”,
the “Auxiliary #2” and
“Auxiliary #3” buttons.
The Echo transceiver
has a fifth button, the
“Programming” button;
pressing this button
will illuminate the LCD
screen.
Remote Transceiver Icons: The LCD screen on the remote transceiver has
various icons which indicate system status. When the remote transceiver 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 how many transmitters/transceivers can operate the system.
• 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 locked or unlocked pad-
lock (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 transmitter/transceiver always locks the doors;
Echo
Remote
2-Way
Transceiver
“Auxiliary
Output #2”
Button
“Arm/Lock”
Button
“Auxiliary
#2”
Button
“Auxiliary
Output #3”
Button
“Disarm/Unlock”
Button
“Auxiliary
#3”
Button
Remote
1-Way
Transmitter
Programming
Button
“Disarm/Unlock”
Button
“Arm/Lock”
Button
The Time’s “Minutes” will flash, and may be set now.
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 button
The Echo will play a musical melody; this is the Start Melody which
plays upon remote starting. One of five melodies may be chosen now.
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 button
The Echo 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 displays a numeral only, which is the melody number.
When the desired musical tone has been the last one played, you may
..
...
P
..
P
..
leave the Echo undisturbed for 12 seconds, until it chirps once
OR
press and release the button to scroll
P
back through the programmable features.
• While the Echo 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.
• If the “MUTE” vibrating operation is selected, turning off the chirps, the
remote starting melodies are also replaced by vibration.
• The previous also applies to the musical melodies when programming- if the
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visual display; for the next 48 hours the siren will sound a brief series of chirps
every time the vehicle’s ignition is turned on.
PROGRAMMING THE ECHO
TRANSCEIVER FUNCTIONS
The Omega Echo transceiver has several user-programmable features:
✓ Chirp or Mute The chirps may be turned off, and replaced with vibration.
✓ Vehicle Type Choices are a passenger car, pickup truck, or van/SUV.
✓ Time Adjust To set the Echo’s clock time.
✓ Start Melody; and Stop Melody These are played with remote starting.
Configuring these features as desired is a simple process, using the Echo unit’s three
round side buttons, as follows:
1- Hold this button for 5 seconds to enter the
Press and hold
the button
P
After 5 seconds the Echo chirps twice; release the button
The upper rear of the vehicle will flash; Vehicle Type may be chosen now.
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 button
The Time’s “Hours” will flash, and may be set now.
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 button
programming mode.
OR
2- During this time Chirp or Mute can be chosen
by pressing the button for 1 second.
..
P
..
P
..
...
P
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disarming with the transmitter/transceiver 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.
• When “BAT LOW” appears the transceiver’s 1.5 volt AAA battery should be
replaced with a new battery.
• The transceiver’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 Auxiliary #3 is operated.
• “HOOD/TRUNK” indicates that this zone the vehicle is or has been violated.
If associated with the system being activated, the transceiver 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
detects a harder impact or breaking glass, activating the system, the full
hammer and impact icons appear, and the transceiver 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 transceiver 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. This icon
is accompanied by a musical melody, and stays on while remote starting is
operating; during which the puffs will change to appearing sequentially.
• The “2” within a circle indicates use of the Auxiliary #2, 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 from the transceiver was answered by a return signal from the
system. Should the transceiver 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
Omega feature which allows the user to customize the vehicle type represented
by the display. Options are: passenger car, pickup truck, and sport utility/van.
Further transceiver operational details appear in following sections describing
system operation. Programming the transceiver is explained on pages 44-45.
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USING YOUR CRIME GUARD SYSTEM
Arming the Crime Guard system turns on the antitheft protection, disables the
vehicle’s starter and locks the doors (provided an interface is installed). Once the
system is Armed, any intrusion attempt will Activate it, sounding the siren and
flashing the lights to attract attention. Disarming the system turns off the
protection, allowing normal use of the vehicle.
program the feature, follow Steps 1 to 4 on page 28; at Step 4 the Valet Switch
will be pressed and released thirty one times. The system’s response will be thirty
one siren chirps, and the Status Light flashing thirty one times, pausing, then
repeating. Within 10 seconds, press and release the transmitter’s "Arm/Lock"
button to turn on the Turbo Timer feature (the siren will chirp once) or the
"Disarm/Unlock" button to turn it off (the siren will chirp twice).
There are three methods of Arming the security system:
1- The first method is to use the transmitter or transceiver, by pressing and
releasing its “Arm/Lock” button. The system must not be in Alarm Valet
Mode (page 23-24), and the vehicle’s ignition switch must be off. Every press
of the “Arm/Lock” button arms the system, even if it is already armed.
2- The second method is to press and release the transmitter or transceiver’s “II”
button twice within 5 seconds. This is “Silent Arming”.
3- The third method is Last Door Arming, which configures the system to
automatically arm every time you exit the vehicle. This method of arming is
programmable, and may be used or not used as desired.
REMOTE ARMING BY TRANSMITTER OR TRANSCEIVER
To Arm the System:
Press & Release the “Arm/Lock” Button ( ) on Either
THE SIREN CHIRPS TWICE
TO CONFIRM ARMING
THE DOORS WILL LOCK*
U
THE PARKING LIGHTS
FLASH TWICE
TO CONFIRM
ARMING
Upon Arming the System will:
• The siren will chirp twice (or four times if a zone is bypassed) unless the silent
arming procedure is followed.
• The parking lights will flash twice (or four times if a zone is bypassed).
• The doors will lock*.
* An optional doorlock interface must be installed
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PROGRAMMING TRANSMITTERS
OR ECHO TRANSCEIVERS
Your Crime Guard 850i4e system is capable of being operated by as many as
four controllers; these can be any combination of standard Crime Guard transmitters
or Omega Echo transceivers. 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). This programming
procedure is identical for a transmitter or Echo transceiver. To program
additional or replacement transmitters or transceivers, follow this procedure:
Have all of the transmitters or transceivers at hand (when one is programmed, all
others are erased).
Step 1 Turn the vehicle’s ignition “on”.
Step 2 Within 5 seconds of turning "on" the ignition, press the Valet Switch 5
times. The siren will chirp once, confirming that the system is ready to
learn a transmitter.
Step 3 Within 10 seconds press and release the “Arm/Lock” button (the “locked
padlock” graphic). The siren will chirp once, confirming that the system
learned the transmitter.
Step 4 Repeat the previous step for each transmitter or transceiver which is to
operate the system.
Only the “Arm/Lock” button is pressed in programming; when it is learned all of
the other buttons’ functions are automatically assigned. The system will remove
itself from the programming mode if 10 seconds expire without its receiving a
signal, if the ignition is turned “off”, or upon four transmitters or transceivers
being programmed into the system.
Please note that programming a transmitter to the system will activate the
audible Unauthorized Transmitter Alert warning and the extended Status Light
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