Scytek electronic VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM A10,A10 SERIES Product Manual

A10 SERIES

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM

PRODUCT MANUAL

Limited Lifetime Warranty

This vehicle security system is warranted to the original purchaser, to be free from defects in
material and workmanship. The manufacturer will repair or replace at its option, and free of
charge for the first twelve (12) months, any part that proves defective in material or workmanship
under normal installation, use, and service, provided the product is returned to the manufacturer
freight prepaid. After the first 12 month warranty period there will be a maximum service charge
of $25.00 per calendar year (if required) for repair and/or replacement of any defective parts.

A copy of the original purchase and installation receipt must accompany any products
returned for warranty service. Warranty is limited to defective parts and/or replacement parts

only and excludes any incidental, and consequential damages connected therewith.
The manufacturer of this theft deterrent system makes no warranty against the theft of the vehicle

or its contents. This warranty is not to be construed as an insurance policy against loss.
WARRANTY OF INSTALLATION LABOR, REMOVALAND RE-INSTALLATION CHARGES ARE

NOT THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE MANUFACTURER.

Note: This Warranty is voided if the product was not installed by an
Authorized ScyTek Dealer.

1. About Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 1

2. Remote Transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2

Remote Transmitter Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2

Adding/Replacing Transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2

Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3

Tamper Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3

3. System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4

Remote Arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4

Remote Disarming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4

Silent Arming/Disarming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4

Passive Arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5

Panic Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5

Emergency Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5

Optional Coded Emergency Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 6

Valet Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 6

4. Extended Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7

Ignition Controlled Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7

Dome Light Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7

Auxiliary Function Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7

Anti-Carjacking Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7

5. System Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 8

Mounting the Control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 9

Mounting the Siren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 9

Mounting the Shock Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 9

6. System Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 10

14-Pin Main Harness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 10

Plug-in Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 10

7. System Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 11

Entering System Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 11

Default Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 11

Programmable System Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 11

Branch Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 11

8. Door Lock Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 13

9. Two Stage Door Lock Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 14

10. Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Page

11. Technical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Page

Table of Contents

Congratulations on your purchase of this state-of-the-art vehicle security system from ScyTek
Electronics. With proper installation this system will provide superior protection and performance
for many years to come.

System Contents:

• Main Unit

• Two 2-Button Remote Transmitters

• High Output 6-tone Siren

•

Dual Stage Shock Sensor

•

Status LED

• Valet Switch

Options and Accessories

*

This ScyTek system includes several optional inputs and outputs allowing the creation of a
completely personalized security and convenience system by offering many optional features
such as:

*May require additional parts and/or labor, see store for details.

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· Remote Door Locking

· Two Stage Door Unlocking

· Starter Defeat

· Horn Honk

· Illuminated Entry

· Remote Car Start

· Power Trunk / Hatch Release

· Radar Sensor

· Back-up Battery Siren

About Your System

PLEASE NOTE:

Some of the features described in this manual may require additional parts and/or labor, and may not be included
as part of the standard installation of this unit. Additionally, many features of this security system have
selectable options that must be activated or programmed during the system’s installation. These items will be
identified in the following sections. Please discuss these features and any questions you may have regarding the
installation of this product with Your Authorized Dealer.

Remote Transmitter Description

The Astra A10 is supplied with (2) two-button Remote Transmitters used to control system
operations.

Button 1

Arms and Disarms the system and when held for 2 seconds, activates the system’ s Panic

feature. Button 1 also locks and unlocks the doors when the system is in Valet Mode.

Button 2

Arms and Disarms the system silently and when held for 2 seconds or more, activates the

Auxiliary 1 output. This output will remain on for as long as the button is pressed.

Adding/Replacing Transmitters

To replace lost or stolen transmitters or to add additional transmitters into the system, have all
desired transmitters ready and follow the steps below.

Note: Up to 4 transmitters can be programmed to operate the system. To erase any previously
stored transmitter codes, be sure to program all 4 transmitter memory locations.

To program the transmitter(s):

1. Turn on the ignition key On, Off, On, Off, and back On.

· The siren will chirp 3 times.

2. Press and hold the Override switch for 5 seconds.

· The siren will chirp 5 times.

· The LED will illuminate.

3. Press Button 1 on the first transmitter.

· The siren will chirp once.

4. Press Button 1 on the first transmitter again.

· The siren will chirp twice to indicate it has learned the code.

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each transmitter (up to 4).

6. Turn off the ignition key.

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Remote Transmitters

Button 1 Button 2

LED