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workmanship under normal use. If a product sold by the Company proves to be
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and thereafter all parts to be repaired will be free with only a nominal charge for
Omega'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 Omega
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bill of sale or other dated proof of purchase. This warranty is nontransferable and
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or abuse, improper installation, alteration, any use contrary to its intended
function, unauthorized service, fire, flood, lightning, or other acts of God.
This warranty limits the Company's liability to the repair or replacement of
the product. The Company shall not be responsible for removal and/or reinstallation
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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of this product.
This device complies with F.C.C 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 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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Excalibur
AL-2000-EDP
OPERATION MANUAL
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Omega Research and Development, Inc.
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03/07 MO-AL-2000-EDP REV1
COPYRIGHT 2007: OMEGA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT, INC.
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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Complete Programmable Features Matrix
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 III Button Operation Panic (L) 3rd Chan. (U) 4th Chan. (2) 5th Chan. (3)
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 (U) ON (L)
5 Manual Trans. Remote Start OFF (U) ON (L)
6 “Tach Wire” or “Tachless “ Tachless (L) Tach (U)
7 Ext. Starter Cranking Time .7 (minimum) ( L) 1.25 (U) 1.75 (2) 2.5 (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)
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Time can be used for difficult-to-start engines. This feature should only be
programmed by the installer.
Note: “Base timing” is the maximum time period that the AL-2000-EDP will
engage the starter, but only if it does not detect the engine has started running.
Feature #8 Programmable Remote Start Relay
Factory 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 Excalibur AL-2000-EDP 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
Factory 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 AL-2000-EDP has outputs designed for arming and/or disarming a factoryequipped security system. These wires may be 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.
Feature #10 Gasoline Or Diesel Engine
Factory Default Setting Gasoline (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Option: Diesel (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
This feature changes the system's timing of the ignition and starter output sequence
for remotely starting vehicles with a diesel engine. This feature should only be
programmed by the installer.
This Booklet Contains
Introduction to the System ..................................................... 4- 6
Status Light, Valet Switch, Controller & Transmitter
System Versatility - An Important Note ........................................ 6
Using the Excalibur 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
2nd Channel, 3rd Channel, Silent Arming & Disarming, Sensor Bypass
Using the Valet Switch ........................................................... 17-19
Alarm Valet Mode & Starting Valet Mode
SecureCode.............................................................................. 19-20
The Status Light ...................................................................... 20-21
2-Way Controller .................................................................... 22-24
Icons & Programming
Anti-Carjacking Protection ..................................................... 25
Controller and Transmitter Protection .................................... 26
How to Program Controller or Transmitters........................... 26-27
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
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Introduction to the System
Congratulations for your choice of the most versatile, fully-featured vehicle
security and convenience system available today, the Excalibur AL-2000-EDP 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 next several pages,
followed by more detailed specifics of complete operations and features.
One of the components, typically mounted 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 multicolored Status Lights report 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 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 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”.
• 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 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. This is the patented Echo 2-way technology. The transmitter will fully
operate the system, but it can not receive signals nor report events from the vehicle.
Your system can be operated by as many as four controllers and/or transmitters.
The controller and the transmitter both share the same four operational buttons, and
their use to operate the Excalibur system is the same. These buttons and a brief
description of what they do are:
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Status
Light
Valet
Switch
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 AL-2000-EDP.
Feature #6 “Tach Wire” or “Tachless” Starter Operation
Factory Default Setting Tachless (press “arm/lock” button to program)
Option: Tach Wire (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
This feature selects the AL-2000-EDP processor’s method of determining the status
of the engine running during remote start operation. As explained in the previous
feature’s description, “Tachless” mode has an associated base starter output time
duration. However, if the voltage fluctuation is detectable, the processor adjusts the
starter output time accordingly. When this feature is set for “Tach Wire” operation,
the base starter output increases to 3 seconds, but the processor adjusts the actual
starter engagement time accordingly. Connecting and use of the “Tach Wire” is the
most reliable form of engine running information input, and its use is recommended. This feature should only be programmed by the installer.
Important: Before this feature is programmed, please refer to the “Installation
Manual” for proper wiring connection and the Tach Learning Procedure, both of
which are required for use of this feature.
Feature #7 Extended Starter Cranking Time
Factory Default Setting Minimum (.7 Second)
(press “arm/lock” button to program)
Options:
Medium Lo (1.25 Second) (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
Medium Hi (1.75 Second) (press “II” button to program)
Maximum (2.5 Second) (press “III” button to program)
Extended Starter Cranking Time operates in conjunction with the previous feature’s
“Tachless” setting. The AL-2000-EDP processor is capable of detecting the
running engine by two separate methods- the use of the vehicle’s tachometer
(“tach”) wire for a direct engine RPM input, or by monitoring the vehicle’s
fluctuating voltage levels caused by the starting process. This feature sets the
duration of the starter output’s base timing for the voltage sensing type of starter
output operation. There are four different base starter output settings. While the
default-set minimum is sufficient for most vehicles; the Extended Starter Cranking
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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.
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 AL-2000-EDP 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 #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 AL-2000-EDP’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
“arm/lock” and “disarm/unlock” buttons at the same time, 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
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“III” button
“II” button
“P”rogram
button
“disarm/unlock”
button
“arm/lock”
button
The 2-Way Controller
The 1-Way Transmitter
“arm/lock”
button
“II” 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.
“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.
• Pressing the “arm/lock” and “disarm/unlock” buttons together activates the
remote starting feature of the Excalibur AL-2000-EDP.
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“disarm/unlock”
button
“III” button
“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.
• 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 holding the “
...
III” button for 3 seconds will activate the Panic
feature, but without locking or unlocking the doors.
• The “III” button can be reprogrammed so that it can operate an additional 3rd
channel output, instead of operating Panic.
• Pressing the “II” and “III” buttons together operates the 3rd channel output.
“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 22-24.
- IMPORTANT -
The AL-2000-EDP 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 AL-2000-EDP 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.
The “Echo” operation of the AL-2000-EDP the 2-Way Controller
receiving and reacting to signals from the system in the vehicle, is
included in the following general system operation descriptions;
the Echo’s icons and its programming are detailed on pages 22-24.
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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 to be 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 pump systems, although the longer setting is also
more suitable in some newer vehicles.
• Some newer vehicles require a double pulse 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 Excalibur AL-2000-EDP 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, this relay can be programmed to be a door lock relay, or
as medium-capacity ignition or accessory outputs, if needed for remote starting use.
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The Installer Programmable Features
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.
The second group of features, 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’s operations, and in many
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 Excalibur AL-2000-EDP’s 10
1 Doorlocking Functions
2 Light Relay Functions
3 Horn Relay Functions
4 Turbo Timer
5 Manual Transmission Remote Starting
6 “Tach Wire” or “Tachless” Starter Operations
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.
Feature #1 Doorlocking Functions
Factory Default Setting .8 Second Lock & Unlock Output
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 gives the installer several needed options, to match the AL-2000EDP’s doorlocking outputs to suite different vehicle requirements.
Installer Programmable Features:
(press “arm/lock” button to program)
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Using the Excalibur System
Your Excalibur system is designed to deter theft of both your vehicle and its
contents. “Arming” your system turns on its 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 Excalibur:
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.
Regardless of how it became armed, if the system is armed the window unit’s Status
Light flashes in the red color.
*If the 2-way controller is used to operate the system, it will receive a signal
back and confirm that the operation was performed.
Arming Using the Controller or Transmitter
The system can always be armed from the controller or transmitter, if the
ignition key is “off” and the system is not in the Valet Mode. To arm the system,
exit the vehicle, close all of the doors, and simply press and release the “arm/lock”
button once.
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 twice (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
number of operating transmitters or transceivers is briefly displayed.
*The system is described in its most common and basic configuration, with
doorlocks connected, and he interior lights must be connected. The vehicle
horn may used in place of, or in addition to, the system’s electronic siren.
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The Excalibur 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.
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 the controller or transmitter, the siren will chirp 3 times and
the parking lights will flash 3 times instead of once.
Arming Bypass: Upon arming, if any system sensing circuit is inoperable,
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 the arming indicator will be 3 siren chirps and 3 parking
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 Excalibur 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
chirp confirming that 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.
Feature #21 “III” Button Operation
Factory Default Setting Panic
(press “arm/lock” button to program)
Options:
3rd Channel (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
4th Channel (press “II” button to program)
5th Channel (press “III” button to program )
This feature changes how the controller’s or transmitter’s “III” button operates.
Normal operation, or the default setting, has the “III” button operate the Panic
feature. This feature allows changing it to instead operate the 3rd channel or either
of the two other optional channel outputs. Panic can still be operated, by the
alternative methods of pressing either the “arm/lock” and “disarm/unlock” button
for 3 seconds.
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 “III” button 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 vehicle is parked in an enclosed structure or garage.
Automatic “Last Door Arming” of the System
The Excalibur 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 30 seconds, the Last Door Arming process stops, and
will reset to start over when the point of entry is again closed. All protected entries
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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.
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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.
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 AL-2000-EDP 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 #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 #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 #20 Open Door Warning Upon Arming
Factory Default Setting Off (press “disarm/unlock” button to program)
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must be closed to initiate the Last Door Arming sequence.
To temporarily prevent the system from automatically Last Door Arming, you have
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 system to 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 (please check with your agent or carrier).
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, the Excalibur loudly sounds the siren and flashes the parking and
interior lights on and off.
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 the doors denies access to the thief, and is just one of the many exclusive
patented features of the Crime Guard. 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 the end of the 30 seconds, the system will 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 or the sensor 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, even after disarming. The system can hold two different
violation codes in it's memory, which is cleared by turning the ignition switch "on".
Once the Excalibur has been activated and reset, the disarming confirmation
changes to make the user aware that it has done so.
How the controller reacts: If the controller was previously used to arm or
operate the system, it 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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is pressed. Which button being pressed has these effects upon the triggered
Excalibur 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 to the vehicle, 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.
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 seconds unless the ignition key is turned on during that
time. If this feature is turned off, the parking lights flash once only, and do not
illuminate. This feature only affects the Excalibur’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, with 2 chirps, but without the parking light flashes; and if armed,
the system will not disarm.
Disarming the System
There are two methods of disarming the Excalibur:
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.
2- The second method is an “Emergency Override” alternative, should the
controller or transmitter become lost or inoperable. This method uses the Valet
Switch, but the vehicle’s ignition key is also required.
Disarming the System Using
the Controller or Transmitter
Press and release the controller or transmitter “disarm/unlock” button
once to instantly disarm the system, disengaging the starter interrupt and unlock the
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 the siren chirping 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
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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 brief period of time in which a system 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 Excalibur 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.
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.
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briefly showing the number of operating controllers or transmitters.
If the Excalibur was activated and reset itself: 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 Light will change to flashing two to four times in red between pauses as a
“Zone Violation” code to indicate which protection circuit triggered the system (2
flashes, hood/trunk; 3 flashes, doors; 4 flashes , impact sensor). These special
audible and visual disarming indications, and Zone Violation code, will remain this
way until the ignition key is turned “on”.
Safety Disarm/Storm Mode: While the system is activated, i.e. sounding the
siren and flashing the lights, pressing the “disarm/unlock” button will disarm the
system, but not unlock the doors. This safety feature ensures that the vehicle remain
secure should the system require disarming due to being activated from nuisance or
malicious 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 is a programmable feature
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 Excalibur’s extended range, or if the controller
confirmation is not noticed. Automatic Rearming has the alarm rearm itself 90
seconds after it is has been disarmed,
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/Storm Mode feature; if the system
is disarmed while triggered, Automatic Rearming will not occur.
Disarming the System by Emergency Override
Should the transmitter become lost, damaged, or its batteries become exhausted,
the Valet Switch
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).
and the vehicle’s ignition key may be used to disarm the system:
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Step 2 Using the ignition key, turn the vehicle’s ignition switch on.
Step 3 Within 5 seconds press and release the Valet Switch one time. The system
will disarm.
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 pages 19 & 20. The above Emergency Override instructions reflect
the “as received from the factory” default setting.
Remote Panic Feature
Should you feel threatened, or the need to attract attention, you can activate your
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”, or the “III”
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 Excalibur system features an unique “enhanced” remote Panic
operation, regarding additional operations during Panic, and in association with the
transmitter button used in it’s activation or deactivation:
• Activating Panic with the “ arm/lock” button will lock the doors, arm the
system and engage the starter interrupt.
• 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 “ III” button will not affect the system’s armed or
disarmed status; the doors locked or unlock condition; nor will it affect the
starter disable circuit.
To disengage remote Panic, simply press and release any one of the same three
transmitter buttons, or, allow it automatically stop after 30 seconds.
• 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 leave the
system disarmed with the starter interrupt disengaged, and the doors unlocked.
• Deactivating Panic with the “III” button will stop Panic, and leave the system
in the same state it was in at the moment Panic started, without locking or
unlocking the doors.
• 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.
If desired, it is possible to have the “III” button operate the 3rd channel output or the
two optional further channel outputs, instead of remote Panic- see page 37.
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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 open when the ignition
is turned on.
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
AL-2000-EDP’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 of the 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 #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 #9 Confirmation Chirps
Factory Default Setting O n
(press “arm/lock” button to program)
Options:
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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”, described on 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 automati-
cally 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 out-
put, while leaving all other system operations fully functional.
Remote Engine Starting
The remote engine starting feature should not be used when
the vehicle is parked in an enclosed structure or garage!
Your Excalibur AL-2000-EDP system offers the ultimate in comfort and
convenience- remote engine starting. This feature allows the vehicle’s interior to
be warmed in the winter 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 following pages explain the remote engine starting operations. If the
vehicle has a manual transmission, a special procedure is required when exiting the
vehicle to enable the ability to remote start. Otherwise, the actual activation of
remote start is the same for automatic or manual transmission vehicles.
• 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).
How to Activate Remote Starting
Press and release together the controller or transmitter “arm/lock” and “disarm/
unlock” buttons.
The system’s reaction: The system will respond first by rapidly flashing the
Status Light in green color, then by turning on the ignition and 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 (the factory-set period). A 20 minute setting may
be programmed, if desired, by referring to the “Programming Features” section.
Once the engine has been remotely started, to remotely stop it again press and
release together the transmitter’s “arm/lock” and “disarm/unlock” buttons. The
system will stop the engine, and extinguish the parking lights.
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 the ignition 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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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.
When the engine stops running, whether by safety condition or controller com-
mand, a different musical melody is played, and the “start” icon disappears. If a
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safety circuit stops the engine, the “crossed out key” icon will momentarily appear
(but not if the transceiver’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.
Should the engine fail to start on the first attempt, the system will subsequently
make 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 starter circuits, and then monitor vehicle status again before
the next attempt.
To drive the vehicle away after remote starting, disarm the system (if needed) 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”!). Then press the brake pedal or remove
the gear selector from “park”; now the engine is no longer running from the 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.
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 will not 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.
If a start command is sent from the controller or transmitter, but any of the following
conditions are present, the system will not attempt to start the engine and will instead
have a short sounding of the siren to indicate a violated safety circuit. The violated
safety circuit conditions which 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 AL-2000-
EDP is installed into a manual transmission vehicle, Installer Programmable Feature #5 must be turned on. Then, whenever remote starting will be desired at a
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Feature #1 SecureCode
Factory Default Setting 1 Press
Options:
1 to 9 presses, in each of two stages
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.
To custom program a new SecureCode:
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”.
Step 2 Within 10 seconds slowly press and release the controller 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 3 After entering the first stage by pressing the “arm/lock” button the
desired number of times, and receiving a chirp for each press, wait for the
system, after the final button press, to chirp the siren again the total
number of times that the button was pressed.
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. This should be done in the exact same fashion as the stage 1 entrypress the “disarm/unlock” button, wait for a single chirp 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.
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 arm itself every time 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.
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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 were described in previous sections of this booklet.
The User Programmable Features
This group of User Programmable Features are all accessed as a group in the first
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 Excalibur AL-2000-EDP’s 23
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 III Button Operation
22 Remote Start Run Time
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.
User Programmable Features:
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later time the following procedure must be performed before exiting the vehicle:
Step 1 With the engine running and foot on the brake, apply the parking brake, put
the transmission shifter in “neutral”, and remove your foot from the brake.
Step 2 Press and release the controller or transmitter “arm/lock” and “disarm/
unlock” buttons together. The Status Light will begin flashing green, as
the AL-2000-EDP is now keeping the engine running. Do not press the
brake pedal from 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”.
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 “arm/lock” and
“disarm/unlock” buttons together.
During the setup procedure, the parking brake must remain set, and the regular
brake pedal must not be pressed when and after the transmitter’s “arm/lock” and
“disarm/unlock” buttons are 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 pressing the “arm/lock” and “disarm/unlock” buttons
together. 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. To use 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 ignition off. The engine will remain running for the 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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Low Battery Automatic Starting Feature: This feature may be used any-
time. Setting this feature to operate has the AL-2000-EDP automatically start the
engine should the vehicle battery voltage drop to 11 volts. This feature is very
useful if the vehicle is to parked unattended for a long period of time, such as
extended parking at the airport while away. Low Battery automatic starting must
be activated for each occasion which it is desired to operate, as follows:
• Turn the ignition switch “on”, then “off” (engine not running), and within 7
seconds press the brake pedal. The system will chirp 6 times. Then, open the
door, exit the vehicle and close the door, press the transmitter’s “arm/lock”
button to lock the vehicle (arming the system).
The feature is now turned on, and until the system is disarmed or the ignition
turned “on”, if the system detects the vehicle battery voltage dropping to 11 volts,
it will automatically start the engine.
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 AL-2000EDP will automatically keep the engine running as follows:
• With the engine running, hold the brake pedal and engage the parking brake.
When the brake pedal is released, the AL-2000-EDP will keep the engine running for the selected time, and then automatically turn it off.
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.
Other Controller and Transmitter Operations
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 sensor may be temporarily bypassed. When arming the alarm with
the controller or transmitter, within 3 seconds after the arming chirp press the “II”
button. The system will respond with another single chirp, confirming that the
sensor is bypassed.
The 2nd channel output, which is operated by pressing and holding the
controller or transmitter “II” button for 1 second, is designed specifically to operate
your vehicle’s electric power trunk release. Your vehicle will respond by releasing
the trunk lid or rear hatch, chirping the siren twice, turning on your parking and
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To Access a Feature:
Step 4
To Change a Feature:
Step 5 After accessing the desired feature,
To Access and Change further Features:
Step 6 If there are more features to be programmed,
Step 7 Allow 10 seconds to pass without performing any programming
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.
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.
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.
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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How to Program Features
To a large extent the Excalibur AL-2000-EDP’s versatility is due to an incredible
array of programmable features- 33 main-system programmable features which
offer almost 100 choices of operational and interfacing options.
For easier management of the programmable features, they are 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, and the features
which are installation related, or intended for the installer’s use are in a second
group. The AL-2000-EDP system has 23 User Programmable Features, and there
are 10 Installer Programmable Features.
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 vehicle ignition key and the Valet Switch are used to enter the Programming
Mode, then the controller or transmitter is used to change features. Once the 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.
To Enter Programing Mode and Change Features:
Step 1 Turn the vehicles’s ignition on.
Step 2 Turn the ignition off.
Step 3 Within 5 seconds, Press & Release the Valet Switchch either:
5 times for User Programming (Red Status Light)
OR
10 times for Installer Programming (Green Status Light)
•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.
When the desired Programming Mode is accessed, select a Feature > > >
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interior lights for 30 seconds, unlocking the doors, and disarming the system if 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.
The Excalibur also has a 3rd channel output which is similar to the 2nd
channel, 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 1
second. Or, a programmable feature allows the pressing of the “III” button only to
operate this output.
The differences are that 3rd channel output will operate regardless of the
ignition switch being "on" or "off", and there is no audible or visual confirmation.
Connection of the 3rd channel will vary, depending upon the chosen application,
and 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 will activate the 4th channel output.
Pressing the “disarm/unlock” and “III” buttons will activate the 5th channel. Or,
if desired, the controller or transmitter “III” button can be programmed by User
Programming Feature #21 to operate any of these channels.
Using the Valet Switch-
Alarm Valet Mode & Starting Valet Mode
The Valet Switch is located in the Window Unit, or optionally, the installer may
have mounted a separate Valet Switch in a hidden, yet accessible location.
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:
• Placing your system into Alarm Valet Mode, which prevents it from arming.
• Placing it into Starting Valet Mode, which prevents it from remote starting.
• 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.
• It is also used in the procedures for programming features and programming
controllers or transmitters to operate the Excalibur system. See the “Programming
sections of this manual for details on these uses.
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Please
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 Valet Mode, 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.
Starting Valet Mode: This feature is similar to Alarm Valet Mode, but its
purpose is turn off the remote starting operations of the system.
The system may
be placed into Starting Valet Mode and Alarm Valet 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.
• 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.
Step 2 Within 5 seconds of turning on 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.
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 be assigned when the “arm/lock” button is learned. If a code
is not received within a 10 second period, the learning process will
automatically terminate, as indicated by another siren burst.
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.
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, press the
“arm/lock” and the “disarm/unlock” buttons together. This action turns on the
Unauthorized Transmitter Alert feature and at the same time programs the controller/
transmitter to operate the system.
Once the Unauthorized Transmitter Alert feature is turned on, the warning will
sound for 48 hours after any controller or transmitter programming, including the
programming session which was used to turn it on.
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
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Controller and Transmitter Protection
The Excalibur AL-2000-EDP 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.
Code JumpingTM It 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 to the system to defeat it. Excalibur’s Code Jumping renders such “code
grabbing” devices useless by randomly changing each signal that the controller or
transmitter sends.
Automatic Transmitter Verification
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.
Unauthorized Transmitter AlertTM is a protection feature which may be turned
on by the user (see the next section, “How to Program Controllers and 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.
TM
shows the total number of controllers
How to Program Controllers or Transmitters
The Excalibur AL-2000-EDP system is capable of being operated by as many
as four controllers or transmitters; these can be any combination of 1-way
transmitters or 2-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).
The programming procedure is identical for a transmitter or for a controller.
Also, it is during the controller/transmitter programming procedure that the
Unauthorized Transmitter Alert feature may be turned on.
Standard Programming: Using this method to program additional or replacement
controllers or transmitters does not affect Unauthorized Transmitter Alert.
Step 1 Have all controllers and/or transmitters which are to operate the system at
hand. Turn the ignition “on”.
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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.
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
“SecureCode” allows the user to customize the number of Valet Switch presses
which are required to successfully 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, two stages of Valet Switch presses must be made. In each of
the two stages, 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
has programmed with 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 activate to an alarm condition when the
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,
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.
within 5 seconds press and release the Valet Switch the same number
of times that have been programmed for stage #2. Within a few seconds
the siren will stop sounding, and the unit will disarm.
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Should two failed SecureCode attempts be made, the system 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: The Red colored operations of the Status Light
indicate the status of the security system:
1) Off = The security system is disarmed and 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.
Automatic Transmitter Verification: For the first 10 seconds after the
vehicle’s ignition is turned on, the Status Light will flash Red a number 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 enters an alarm 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, after it’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
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Anti-Carjacking Protection
The Excalibur is equipped with three separate 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 enter into an 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.
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.
Step 2 Turning the ignition back on.
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.
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).
Anti-Carjacking protection activated an open door has the process start
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. This is User Programmable Feature #18 (see pages 28,29, and
36).
Anti-Carjacking protection activated using a controller or transmitter
has the process start by pressing and holding the “III” button for 3 seconds, but only
if the vehicle’s ignition is on. The Valet Switch must be pressed within 60 seconds
after this is done to cancel Anti-Carjacking. This is User Programmable Feature #19
(see pages 28,29, and 36).
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Once the system
✓ Start Melody; and Stop Melody These are played with remote starting.
Programming these features is a sequential process- the 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:
1) Press and
hold the
“P” button
A- At this time Chirp or Mute can be chosen by
pressing the “:” button for 1 second.
OR
B- Hold this button for 5 seconds to enter
programming mode.
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.
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 controller 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 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 displays a numeral, which is the melody number. When the desired musical tone
has been the last one played, you may
leave the controller undisturbed for 12 seconds, until it chirps once
OR
press and release the “P” button to scroll back through the features.
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violations, the Status Light will show the two most recent violations in the order in
which they occurred.
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.
Starting System Status: The Status Light uses the color Green to indicate the
status of the remote starting part of the system:
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.
Remote Starting Diagnostics: Whenever the system is placed into Alarm
Valet Mode, the Status Light illuminates solid Red. However, when this first
occurs, the Status Light will flash Red, then 1 to 6 Green flashes before 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.
Combination Indications: These indications occur when security and remote
starting operations are, or have been, simultaneous.
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.
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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.
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 how many controllers and/or transmitters 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 controller or transmitter always locks the doors;
they will unlock the doors
• “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 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
detects a harder impact or breaking glass, activating the system, the full
unless the system is activated and sounding.
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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
Excalibur feature which allows the user to customize the vehicle type represented by the display. Options are: passenger car, pickup truck, and sport utility/
van.
Notes about the Controller and its operation:
• The system will only transmit a signal to the controller if it was last used to
operate the system (as in arming or disarming it). Example: if the 1-way transmitter is used to arm the alarm, the system will not transmit a signal which will
cause the 2-way controller to chirp and change its icons.
• If multiple controllers are programmed to operate the system, the system will
send a page signal to only one controller- the last one used.
• When the AL-2000-EDP 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
Excalibur 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.
Programming the Controller:
The 2-way controller 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 controller’s clock time.
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