Omega Crime Guard 745i4 User's Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
About Your New Crime Guard System .................................	3-4
The Remote Transmitter, Status Light & Valet Switch
Using Your Crime Guard System ...........................................	4
Remote Arming By Transmitter ...............................................	4-6
Arming Bypass
Last Door Arming By Exiting The Car ..................................	6-7
System Armed and Activated .................................................	7-8
Disarming The System ............................................................	8-10
Safety Disarm, Activation Alert, Automatic Rearming
Disarming By Emergency Override .......................................	10-11
Enhanced Remote Panic ..........................................................	11-12
Other Transmitter Operations .................................................	12-13
Silent Arm/Disarm, Auxiliary Channel #2, Auxiliary Channel #3
Valet Mode ...............................................................................	14
Status Light ...............................................................................	15
Impact & Glass Breakage Sensor ..............................................	16
Remote Sensor Bypass
Backup Battery .........................................................................	16-17
Vehicle Recovery .....................................................................	17-18
Transmitter Protection .............................................................	18
Programming Transmitters ......................................................	19
How To Program Features ......................................................	19-21
Features Programming Checklist ...........................................	21
Programmable Features ...........................................................	22-28
Optional Echo Transceiver .....................................................	28-31
Limited Lifetime Warranty ..............................................	Back Cover

	1) Press and	A- During this time Chirp or Mute can be chosen by pressing
	hold the	the “ :” button for 1 second.
		OR
	“P” button
		B- Hold this button for 5 seconds to enter programming mode.

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

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.

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

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 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, which is the melody number. When the desired musical tone has been the last one played, you may

leave the Echo undisturbed for 12 seconds, until it chirps once OR

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

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•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 icon appears, 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 key is turned on.

•If the Crime Guard system is connected to an optional remote starting module, 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 Channel #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.

•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 system will send its signal to only one transceiverthe last one used.

•If the “MUTE” vibrating operation is selected, turning off the chirps, the remote starting melodies are also replaced by vibration.

Programming the Echo:

The optional 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. Programming these features is a sequential processthe controller is placed into programming mode, then each programmable operation is accessed in turn, and either changed as desired, or left as is, and then the next step is accessed. Programming is done using the Echo unit’s three round side buttons:

ABOUT YOUR NEW CRIME GUARD SYSTEM

Congratulations on your purchase of a new Crime Guard security system. Crime Guard systems combine the benefits of easy-to-use convenience with “no nonsense” protection of person and property. Please review this guide to become familiar with your Crime Guard vehicle security system. Three principal components are used to operate your system.

The Remote Control Transmitter operates your system. Two prelearned remote controls, or “transmitters”, are included, and as many as four transmitters can operate your system. Your Crime Guard system can also be operated by the optional Omega Echo 2-way controller, which emulates the sounds that your system makes and shows visual indications of its operation.

The transmitter has four buttons: A large upper left button, marked with a “LOCK” icon; a large upper right button, marked with an “UNLOCK” icon; a

small lower left button with 2 raised dots; and small lower right button with 3 raised dots. The transmitter also has a small green light inside, between the two large buttons, which illuminates whenever a button is pressed and thus a signal is being transmitted.

The transmitter uses a small “coin” type battery for its power. The battery should last about one year, but of course will vary depending on frequency of transmitter use. The battery should be replaced when

the operating distance become noticeably less, or if the

green indicator light does not illuminate when a button is pressed. To change the battery, insert a small straight-blade screwdriver in the slot on the lower right edge of the transmitter, and pry the case halves apart. Slide the old battery downward to remove, replace it with a new CR2032 type battery, and then simply snap the transmitter case halves back together.

The Status Light shows the armed / disarmed / Valet Mode status of the security system at all times, and also serves as a visual deterrent to break-ins and theft. The Status Light will also show the number of operating transmitters every time the ignition key is turned on, and should the system trigger, sounding an alarm and flashing the lights, it will indicate which protected zone was violated.

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Status

Light

Valet

Switch

The Valet Switch has three main functions:

1- The Valet Switch can be used to turn off the security operation of the system, including the Last Door Arming feature (if used). This is “placing the system into Valet Mode”.

2- The Valet Switch can also be used, in conjunction with the vehicle’s ignition key, to disarm the security system in the event the transmitter is lost or becomes inoperable. This is “performing an Emergency Override”.

3- The Valet Switch is used in the procedures for programming operational features and also for programming transmitters to operate the system.

The Status Light and Valet Switch may be mounted in an included holder, shown, or these items may be independently custom-mounted within the

vehicle. If the optional Echo 2- way controller is used, the Status Light and Valet Switch are within a long-range receiver module, typically mounted to the windshield or other glass. The Status Light may be either blue or red; included

with your Crime Guard system is a blue light (red is available optionally), and it’s red in the Echo receiver module.

Considering the flexible location choices for the Status Light and Valet Switch, and the available options, please discuss with the installer your preferences, or ensure that they show the location and operation of these important system components.

USING YOUR CRIME GUARD SYSTEM

Your Crime Guard security system is designed to deter theft of both your vehicle and its contents. Arming the system turns on the protection operation, 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 electronic “Psyren” psycho siren and flashing the lights to attract attention. Disarming the system turns off the protection, allowing access to, and normal use of, the vehicle.

Should your system become activated, the unique and patented Psyren psycho siren actually produces the sounds of two normal sirens at once, ensuring that it won’t be ignored like all of the other “common” car alarms.

The Echo has the same four operational buttons as the standard transmitterthe

“Lock/Arm”, the “Unlock/Disarm”, the “

••” Auxiliary Channel #2 button, and a “•••”

button for Auxiliary Channel #3; thus, the user-to-system operation is identical to that of the standard transmitter. The Echo transceiver has a fifth button, the “Programming” button; pressing this button will illuminate the LCD screen.

Echo Remote Transceiver			“	”		Echo
		“••”				Remote
				•••
Icons: The LCD screen on the		Button	Button		Programming	2-Way
remote transceiver has various					Button	Transceiver
icons	which indicate system				“Unlock/Disarm”
status.	When the					Button

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	“Lock/Arm”
		Button
	icons. Brief descriptions of the
	icons are:

•The digital 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 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 transmitter/transceiver always locks the doors; disarming with the transmitter/

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

•“VALET” indicates 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 Channel #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 key is turned on.

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Button for “2 Button” operation.

Extra, replacement, or optional transmitters are available from your Crime Guard dealer, or visit www.caralarm.com on the Internet for ordering information

Feature #21 Double Unlock Pulse

(Factory Default Setting OFF)

This feature, and the following feature, are not “user choice” type programmable features. Both are available for certain installation-related issues pertaining to the vehicle itself, and are provided for the installer’s use only. Some newer vehicles require a double pulse output wiring connection to remotely unlock the doors and/ or to disarm a factory-equipped security system, which this feature provides.

When programming, to achieve the double pulse door unlock output, press the transmitter’s Upper Left “Lock” Button; or press the Upper Right “Unlock” Button to program the system for the single pulse unlock output operation.

Feature #22 Total Closure Lock Output

(Default Setting OFF)

Like the previous feature, this feature is installation-related to the vehicle itself, and is provided for the installer’s use only. Should the vehicle have an existing “Total Closure” feature, this programmable feature gives the installer the option of interfacing the Crime Guard system to operate this feature. Typically, on vehicles having total closure, 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. Should your vehicle be equipped with this operation, please inquire with the installer of your system to determine if it is capable of being interfaced with the vehicle’s total closure operation.

Turning this feature on changes the system’s door lock output pulse from a .75 second pulse to be a 28 second duration output. When programming, press the transmitter’s Upper Left "Lock" Button to turn on the 28 second door lock pulse; or press the Upper Right "Unlock" Button for the standard .7 second pulse.

Note: When this feature is turned on, during the 28 second period after arming the system, should either Upper Button be pressed, “Lock” or “Unlock”, only the system’s lock output will be stopped. Pressing either button again will normally operate the system, and at any time after the 28 second lock output period ends.

THE OPTIONAL

OMEGA ECHO TRANSCEIVER

An exiting upgrade option to your Crime Guard system is a 2-way remote “transceiver” controller, 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 standard transmitters and/or Echo transceivers.

There are two methods of Arming the security system:

1- The first method is to use the transmitter, by pressing and releasing its Upper Left 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 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

To Arm the System:

Press & Release the Upper Left

“Lock” Button ( U)

THE SIREN CHIRPS TWICE

TO CONFIRM ARMING

THE PARKING LIGHTS

FLASH TWICE

TO CONFIRM

ARMING

THE DOORS WILL LOCK*

Upon Arming:

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.*

The starter interrupt will engage.

The Status Light will begin to flash slowly.

Three seconds after arming, the security system becomes fully armed, and will activate to an alarm condition should an intrusion attempt be detected.

* The Crime Guard system is capable of operating power doorlocks, if the wiring connections are made, and in some cases an interface is needed.

Arming Bypass:

When arming the system using the transmitter, if any protected zone or sensor circuit is in a violated condition, the affected zone or circuit will be automatically bypassed. This is “Arming Bypass”, which allows the system to still arm and protect the other normal, non-violated zones. In the case of a bypassed zone or circuit, should the violated condition return to normal, 5 seconds after becoming normal the system restores protection to the previously bypassed zone or circuit.

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