RHINO Trans TX Instruction Manual

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This unique device enables your chosen Rhino Vehicle Security System (Model RAM,
RAv2 or JAG) to be controlled via the original keyless entry remote controls supplied
by your vehicle manufacturer.

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When you lock your car doors using your original factory remote, you will also be
automatically arming (turning on) your chosen Rhino Vehicle Security System.

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When you unlock your car doors using your original factory remote, you will also be
automatically disarming (turning off) your chosen Rhino Vehicle Security System.

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This product is to be installed in accordance with the methods & principles detailed in
AS 3749.2:1997

Instruction Manual

TRANS TX 18102006.doc

Thank you for purchasing a quality Rhino Vehicle Security Product.

Please read this manual carefully before commencing installation and keep it in a safe place
for future reference.

N517

Made in

Taiwan

Proudly Designed

in Australia

Transform Standard Factory Fitted

Security System To Rhino

Standard Suitable For RAM, RAv2

& JAG

Part No: TRANS TX

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Installation Procedure

1.Install Alarm (RAM, JAG, RAv2)

Install the alarm unit as per manual with the following notes in mind:

• Do not connect lock/unlock on the JAG or RAv2 alarm. The lock/unlock should be
connected on the RAM to allow lock/unlock via sms.

• Some vehicles require “Door Ajar Warning’ to be turned off (10 beeps on arm)

• Read the following two steps first, to understand the requirements for installation of the

TRANS TX Module.

2.Install TRANS TX Module

Connecting the TRANS TX module:

Wires Colours Connections

GND Black Ground
POWER Red +12V
Motor 1
Motor 2

Orange
Blue

MUST connect to central locking motor wire
MUST connect to other central locking motor wire

Positive 1
Positive 2

Yellow
Green

Connect as specified in Common Vehicles, or, connect to any
combination of positive wires to activate arm/disarm. Boot is
optional.

See Example installation if this is not clear.

Negative 1
Negative 2

Brown
White

Default, Setting2: Connect to inhibits. Inhibits the Trans TX
from arming/disarming if the negative is detected before the
motor drive or positive lock/unlock signal. Generally connected
to the switch in the motor.
Setting1: Setting 1 will change these two inputs to the same as
the two positives (Yellow/Green), allowing them to learn
Arm/Disarm signals instead of ‘inhibiting’ arm/disarm.

IMPORTANT: You will have to find any wire(s) that changes only when you lock/unlock from the
factory remote, or, only when you lock unlock manually, in other words, a unique signal that
occurs only when the factory remote is pressed, or, a unique signal that only occurs when you
lock/unlock with you finger. This is how the TRANS TX knows to only arm/disarm the alarm when
the factory remote is pressed.

This example uses a wire that only changes state when the factory remote is pressed
Example 1: Some European cars have a locking mechanism in the fuel cap which only
locks/unlocks when the factory remote is pressed.

This example uses a wire that only changes state when lock/unlocked without the factory remote
Example 2: Some cars will pulse one of the negative wires on the dash lock/unlock button, but
will NOT pulse when you press the factory remote (some cars require a diode to isolate signals).

ORANGE

BLUE

NOTE:

Orange and blue
wires may be connected
to either central locking
motor wire. Direction
does not matter.

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2.Changing Setting 2/Setting 1 (Inhibit mode/Enable Mode)

The intelligent TRANS TX unit can easily switch between Setting 1 ‘Enable mode’ & Setting 2
‘Inhibit Mode’.
Setting 1 ‘Enable mode’: Allows the negative inputs to be connected, and learnt, as wires that
will arm/disarm the alarm.
Setting 2 ‘Inhibit mode’: Allows the negative inputs to be connected to any wire that will inhibit
the arm/disarm if the input goes negative prior to, or at the same time as, the motor drive/positive
inputs. Preventing manually locking/unlocking the car from arming/disarming. This setting is the
default setting.

Carry out this procedure to toggle between the two settings.

1. Disconnect the Trans TX

2. Press and hold the button down.

3. While still holding down the button,

plug the wire harness back into the
Trans TX.

4. Once the unit is power plugged in,
the unit will give 1 flash for setting 1,
and two flashes for setting two. Simply
repeat these steps to choose between
the two settings.

Disconnect

the Trans TX.

Press and

hold the

button.

Plug in the

Trans TX

1 Flash = Setting 1

2 Flashes = Setting 2

Wait for LED

to Flash

Holding the

button in

Wait for LED

to turn on

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3.Learn vehicle into the TRANS TX Module

The intelligent TRANS TX unit now must learn Lock, Unlock and boot.

1. Sit in the vehicle, close all doors and
lock the vehicle with the factory
remote.

2. Press and release the button on the
TRANS TX module. The LED will turn
on, on the TRANS TX Module.

3. Immediately, unlock the vehicle with
the factory remote. The TRANS TX
LED will turn off.

4. When the TRANS TX LED turns
back on, lock the vehicle with the
factory remote. The TRANS TX LED
will turn off.

5. When the LED turns back on, press
boot on the factory remote. If there is
no boot, wait for the LED to turn back
off.

6. Test the alarm will arm and disarm,
and does not, arm and disarm when
using your finger to manually
lock/unlock the doors. Boot will disarm
the alarm from armed state if
connected.

Sit in vehicle

with vehicle

locked.

Press and

release the

button.

Unlock Vehicle.

LED turns off.

Lock

Vehicle.

TRANS TX LED

turns off.

Open boot. LED turns off.

NO boot then do nothing.

Test lock and unlock

(and boot). The alarm

(RAM, JAG or RAv2)

should arm and

disarm.

Wait for LED

to turn on

Wait for LED

to turn on

TRANS TX

LED Turns on

Immediately

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NOTE: If purchased as a complete unit, you do not need to learn in the TRANS TX

or activate TRANS TX mode.

Learn the TRANS TX into the alarm (RAM, JAG, RAv2)

1. Turn the vehicle ignition on. Press
and hold the centre button on the
alarm remote control.

2. When the alarm LED starts to flash
immediately release the button on the
remote control and press and hold the
button on the TRANS TX module.

3. When the alarm LED stops flashing
release the button on the TRANS TX
and turn vehicle ignition off.

4. To test that the TRANS TX is learnt
in successfully, disarm the alarm with
the remote control and then press
and hold the button on the TRANS TX
module until the red LED turns on.
The alarm will arm.

Activate TRANS TX Mode on the alarm (RAM, JAG, RAv2)

To activate TRANS TX Mode please refer to the relevant alarm’s register
programming instructions.

Turn the vehicle

ignition on and

then press and

hold centre

button on remote

control

Wait for LED to

flash

Release remote

control button
and press and

hold Transformer

button

Wait

for LED to

stop flashing

Release button

and turn vehicle

ignition off

Disarm the vehicle with

remote. Press and hold

Transformer button until

LED turns on. The alarm

will arm

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Notes for Installation

•••• Plug the wiring harness in to the module last, after all connections have

been made.

•••• Check the vehicles electrical system thoroughly before commencing

installation.

•••• The installation should be as well hidden as possible - to maximise the

system security.

•••• Solder all connections, and then insulate with insulation tape.

•••• Use a multi - meter to verify any wires nature.

•••• Connect the harness to the TRANS TX module as shown below.

•••• Diodes: 1 Amp is 1N4004, 3 Amp is 1N5404.

IMPORTANT: If the installer does not have a concise knowledge of the

vehicle’s electrical system, it is strongly advised not to aimlessly probe
to find the necessary wires. Doing so may damage your vehicles
electrical system. Consult with your vehicle’s manufacturer, or a
qualified Auto Electrician. Rhino accepts no responsibility if an installer
wires the product incorrectly or damages the vehicle during installation.

CONGRATULATIONS!

INSTALLATION IS NOW COMPLETE.

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WARRANTY TERMS & CONDITIONS

RhinoCo Technology (The Company) warrants its products to be in
conformance with its own plans and specifications and to be free from defects
in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for 12 months
from the date stamp control on the product, or for products not having a date
stamp, for twelve months from the date of original purchase unless the
installation instructions or catalogue sets forth a shorter period, in which case
the shorter period shall apply. The Company’s obligation shall be limited to
repairing or replacing, at its option, free of charge for materials or labor, any
part which is proved not in compliance with The Company’s specifications or
proves defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and service.
The Company shall have no obligation under this Limited Warranty or
otherwise if the product is altered or improperly repaired or serviced by
anyone other than The Company.

For warranty service, return transportation prepaid, to RhinoCo Technology, 9
Hannabus Place McGraths Hill NSW 2756 Australia.

There are no warranties, expressed or implied, of merchant ability, or fitness
for a particular purpose or otherwise, which extend beyond the description on
the face hereof. In no case shall The Company be liable to anyone for any
consequential or incidental damages for breach of this or any other warranty,
express or implied, or upon any other basis of liability whatsoever, even the
loss or damage is caused by its own negligence or fault.
The Company does not represent that the products it sells may not be
compromised or circumvented; that the products will prevent any personal
injury or property loss by burglary, robbery, fire or otherwise; or that the
products will in all cases provide adequate warning or protection. Customer
understands that a properly installed and maintained alarm system may only
reduce the risk of a burglary, robbery, or fire without warning, but it is not
insurance or a guarantee that such will not occur or that there will be no
personal injury or property loss as a result.
Consequently, The Company shall have no liability for any personal injury;
property damage or other loss based on a claim the product failed to give any
warning. However, if The Company is held liable, whether directly or
indirectly, for any loss or damage arising under this limited warranty or
otherwise, regard less of cause or origin, The Company's maximum liability
shall not in any case exceed the purchase price of the product, which shall be
the complete and exclusive remedy against The Company.

This warranty replaces any previous warranties and is the only warranty made
by the Company on this product. No increase or alteration, written or verbal,
of the obligations of this Limited Warranty is authorised.

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