TWO‐WAY LCD AUTOMATIC/MANUAL TRANSMISSION REMOTE STARTER WITH VIRTUAL TACH SYSTEM (AS PRG1000 COMPATIBLE) Installation Guide AS-2461TW-FM, AS-2471TW-FM, PS-4461TW-FM, EX-2461TW-FM, NS-2420/2422TW-FM, AS-2462TW-v Notice The manufacturer will accept no responsibility for any electrical damage resulting from improper installation of the product, be that either damage to the vehicle itself or to the unit. This unit must be installed by a certified technician using all safety devices supplied.
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Introduction This is a state-of-the-art remote car starter system. The system is packed with advanced features such as priority access to the driver’s door (commodity features) and the Safe Start children safety feature. With many advanced functions, this product will satisfy any one of your expectations from high-end commodity and security systems, without neglecting any standard feature commonly offered by entry-level starters.
• • • • • • • • • • • Inspect vehicle for any body damage or electrical problems. Always solder and tape all connections. Keep the transceiver away from other types of antennas (GPS/OnStar®). Never install the control unit where it could interfere with normal operation or obstruct service technicians. Always use a grommet when running wires into the engine compartment. Never run wires through bare or sharp metal. Do not disconnect the battery on vehicles equipped with air bags and anti-theft radios.
♦ Once all of the wires have been found, they should be tested to verify that they are the correct ones needed for the installation. ♦ When all the wires have been tested and found, they can be stripped to expose the wire (over one inch of insulation should be removed). ♦ It is always better to strip more than you need.
A basic introduction to the Relay What is a relay? A relay is a switching device that responds to a small current or voltage change by activating switches or other devices in an electric circuit such as an electromagnetic switch, remote controlled switch, a switching device. Why are relays used? Relays can have several purposes in remote car starter installations. They are mainly used for isolation, inversion, interruption, strengthening current, and for powering multiple wires from one source safely.
40/ 30 A: This indicates the current carrying capability of the contacts 30, 87, & 87A. 40: Indicates that the normally closed circuit (30 and 87a) can safely handle a maximum of 40 amps of current. 30: Indicates that the normally open circuit (30 and 87) can safely handle a maximum of 30 amps of current. Examples: The following examples demonstrate some of the most common uses for relays: isolation, inversion, interruption, strengthening current, and for powering multiple wires from one source safely.
Inversion: Example: Activating a positive trunk release switch Problem: The vehicle's power trunk release switch is activated by a positive (+) pulse, and the remote start module's trunk output is negative (-). Solution: A relay is used to invert the negative signal from the start module to a positive signal before it is sent to the OEM switch. The Relay Connections 85: Connects to the start module's trunk release output wire. This becomes the negative side of the coil.
ground signal is sent from 87 through 30 to the vehicle's trunk release wire activating the switch and opening the trunk. Clutch Bypass In order to remote start a manual transmission vehicle, the clutch switch must be bypassed. Clutch safety switch circuits can take many forms. Listed below are the most common ones. When testing to determine the type of clutch circuit, it is recommended to use a computer safe logic probe.
Very similar to the negative system, except that the vehicle's clutch relay is trigger by 12 volts, instead of a negative signal. In a Positive system, when the clutch is pressed; a positive (12 volts) signal is sent to the relay, the relay energizes, when the Key is turned to the start position the 12 volts from the start wire is allowed to pass through the relay and to starter motor. One of the wires at the clutch will test as 12 volts, this is the supply wire.
D YELLOW (+) 30 A Ignition output E ORANGE (+) 30 A Accessories output F GREEN (+) 30 A 5th relay output IGNITION switch (the 12 Volt wire is too small to supply the necessary current). In this case, the fuse box, or the B+ connection on the battery is recommended. Connect to Ignition wire of the vehicle. The source wire should have +12 V with the Ignition Key in the IGNITION ON (RUN) and CRANK positions.
(+) +12 V Parking Light output to the Parking Light wire that tests +12 V when the Parking lights are ON. NOTE: Ensure that the voltage does not vary when the dimmer control switch is turned up or down. If this is the case, selected the wrong wire. There is also a negative Parking Light output. Only one of these two different outputs needs to be connected. 12Pin Accessories Harness Wire Description 500 mA negative output. This output can be used to control Trunk release (1-sec.
8 ORANGE (–) Parking Brake input 9 PURPLE (–) External Trigger input 10 WHITE (–) Ground out when running 11 GRAY (–) Negative Door input 12 YELLOW (+) Glow-plug input Installation Guide This input is for manual transmission vehicle ONLY. It is used in the Ready Mode sequence and must be connected. The Parking Brake input must be given a ground signal (-) when the Parking Brakes are applied. Programmable negative input (page-27).
light (+) goes out. Minimum waiting time is 4 seconds. Maximum waiting time is 30 seconds (approximately). If no Glow-plug wire is found on the vehicle, the Glow-plug input on the module may be “timed out”. The module will power up the Ignition and Glow-plug circuits and simply wait for the time-out before starting. Keeping the Glow-plug input wire of the module unconnected will hold the ignition on for the preprogrammed delay.
Auxiliary Relay Fifth Relay Output Remote car starters of this series are equipped with an on-board highcurrent programmable 5th relay that can be used to power a second ignition, accessory or crank wire. The unit uses 3 sets of pins; each set corresponds to a specific function of the output. In order to activate one of the three possible functions, you must place the jumper (supplied) on one of the three sets of pins and connect the 14 AWG wire to the second IGN. / ACC. / CRANK wire of the vehicle.
7. 8. When learning the transmitter, the parking lights will flash 5 times quickly, confirming that the module is set to manual mode. Upon the first successful remote start, the system will lock the transmission settings to manual mode. To install this unit in a vehicle with an automatic transmission: 1. Cut the loop on the pc board (Yellow wire). 2. Make sure the Orange handbrake wire is not connected to any of the vehicle circuits. 3. Make all the regular connections. 4. Power up the unit.
The Programming Assistance Button (a.k.a. PAB) The PAB is located on the side of the module. This push button mimics the hood-pin switch in order to avoid having to get out of the vehicle and pressing the hood-pin switch. The PAB will work only when the hood is up. Sub-menus: a) b) c) d) Transmitter Programming Programming Options Honk Horn Timing Adjustment Tach Programming Note: For vehicles that require the ignition to be turned ON to activate the brake, follow these steps: a.
Entering Programming Options 1. Enter programming mode (page-16) ⎯ the parking lights will stay on for up to 20 seconds. 2.
MODE 2 (* indicates default setting) FUNCTION 1 – Safe Start OPTION 1 Safe start enabled OPTION 2* Safe start disabled OPTION 3 “Swap Start”- enhanced safe start mode with extended safety.
MODE 4 * indicates default setting FUNCTION 1 – Alarm control OPTION 1 Enabled (Horn must be enabled in MODE 3 FUNCTION 2, option 1 or 3) OPTION 2* Disabled FUNCTION 2 - Ready Mode Option OPTION 1 Enabled by handbrake OPTION 2* Enabled by remote FUNCTION 3 – Bypass OPTION 1 ADS OPTION 2* Xpresskit OPTION 3 Fortin FUNCTION 4 – Bypass Type OPTION 1 One Way communication OPTION 2 * Two Way communication (For Xpresskit bypass ONLY) Virtual Tach System Virtual Tach System combines the latest microcontroller tec
Tach learning Tach jumper settings Some new vehicles have a higher TACH voltage threshold, which would fall out of the normal TACH trigger circuit of the remote car starter. Changing the jumper to TACH Threshold HIGH will allow the module to properly detect the TACH signal. Multispeed Tach Programming Procedure The system is designed to read a wide range of Tach signals produced by newer Ignition systems. Note that you should go through the Tach programming procedure every time a new Unit is installed. 1.
Once the system is set to Ready Mode, the vehicle can be remote started and stopped at any time. The system will exit Ready Mode if a door, the hood or the trunk is opened, if the brake pedal is pressed, if the parking brake is disengaged or if the ignition key is turned to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position. To set the system to Ready Mode: If Ready Mode is enabled by remote If Ready Mode is enabled by handbrake 1. Ensure that all the doors, hood and trunk are closed.
Arming and disarming the Starter Kill This added security feature will prevent the vehicle from starting with the Ignition key when the starter kill is armed. If the system was installed with the starter kill option, you will not be able to start the vehicle with the key unless the system has been unlocked first or put into Valet Mode.
3. 4. Ignition Lock Only: the system will only lock all Doors when the Ignition Key is turned to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position and Brake Pedal is pressed. Ignition Unlock Only: the system will unlock all Doors when the Key is turned to the OFF position, provided the Ignition Key was in the IGNITION ON (RUN) position and the Brake Pedal was pressed at least once.
Idle Mode Convenience feature: Idle Mode allows you to keep the engine running and the doors locked while you stop, for example, at a convenience store or for a short delivery. This feature allows you to let the remote starter take over control of the vehicle (i.e. no Key in the Ignition Switch) while the engine is running. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, proceed as follows to set the system to Idle Mode: or 1. With the engine running, make sure to release the brake pedal and press the , 2.
• Press to unlock the doors and have the engine shut down after 60 seconds; The parking lights will flash 3 times and remain lit. • Press to shut down the engine without affecting the doors. Note: The vehicle will enter Ready Mode once the engine run time expires. Engine type – Gas or Diesel Set to gas mode by default, the unit can also be programmed to operate in Diesel mode. In diesel mode, the crank timing delay can be set to 7sec, 18-sec or 30sec. Refer to the programming option table (page-18).
AUX 2 Note: This 500 mA negative Aux 2 output can be used for many different applications Option 1 Constant output (15sec): Press and release to select L-01. Press and hold the button to activate AUX-2. In safe start mode, AUX-2 output can be activated by pressing the button. Option 2 Toggle ON/OFF for a maximum of 30sec. Press and release and then press the button to activate AUX-2. to select L-01 Option 3 to select LToggle ON/OFF for a maximum of 4 minutes.
not be activated while the Key Sense input is active (“active” meaning there is a key in the Ignition barrel). Option 3: (Engine Start/Stop): The first (-) pulse on this input will start the Engine, the second (-) pulse on this input will stop the Engine. It is also used to activate ready mode. Alarm control option The OEM-style alarm if enabled monitors the doors, hood and ignition switch of the vehicle.
Diagnostics via parking lights Diagnostic table for shutdown Parking lights flashes 1 2 3 4 10 Flash for 30sec Flash for 60sec Cause • • • • • • • • Runtime has expired. Shutdown by remote. Ready mode is activated. Failed start. Brake shutdown. Hood shutdown. Panic mode Alarm triggered Diagnostic table for start failure. Parking lights flashes 0 1 (Manual transmission only) 1 slow Î 2 quick 3 (Automatic transmission only) 4 6 10 • • • • • • Cause Ignition is active Ready mode is not activated.
8 fast ON Î twice ON Î 3 times ON for 20sec Solid ON Flash for 30sec Flash for 60sec ON Î twice Î twice • • • • • • • • The unit is reset. Cold weather mode deactivated Cold weather mode activated. Enter programming mode Engine is running under remote start. Panic mode is triggered. Alarm is triggered. A remote start was attempted while the system is in home valet. Resetting the module to default features Resetting the module is not a required process.
Testing Before putting the vehicle back together, it is recommended to check that the system operates properly. The following testing procedures should be used to verify proper installation and operation of the system. Before testing, make sure that all connections are soldered and that the unit is plugged in. If installed on a MANUAL transmission, make sure the system properly enters and exits ready mode (see earlier in this Guide). Remote-start the engine and listen for starter drag.
• • 7. • • 8. • • • 9. • • 10. • 11. • • Weak tach signal? Bad ground? The car starts by remote but then the starter re-engages. Check ground wire Is tach programmed? The car starts on its own. Is the module in cold weather mode? Program remote 4 times. (another remote may be programmed to your module) Is external trigger shorting out to ground? The factory alarm goes off when I start by remote.
• Some vehicles require ignition be on. (BMW) 24. The park lights flash on their own. • • Check hood pin adjustment. Bad ground? 25. I blow fuses every time I try the remote door locks and I have already installed a relay. • Door locks are reverse polarity, and not positive trigger. 26. I blow fuses every time I try the remote trunk release and I have already installed a relay. • Trunk3 release is reverse polarity, and not positive trigger. Installation Guide P.
