[ A U T O S E C U R I T Y S Y S T E M ] ® [ O W N E R’ S G U I D E ] M O D E L MAXX1
Table of Contents Consumer Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 What Is Included. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Important Information. . . . . . . . . . 5 Your Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 7 Remote Control Battery Replacement . 7 System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stealth Coding Technology . . . . . . Electronic Scan Prevention (ESP) . . Passive Immobilisation. . . . . . . . . Valet Switch. . . . . . . . .
Consumer Warranty For a period of five calendar years from the date of purchase of this vehicle security device, Directed Electronics, Inc. promises to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER to repair or replace (with a comparable reconditioned model), free of cost, the alarm control unit if proved to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use, SO LONG AS THE SYSTEM WAS SOLD, INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY AN AUTHORISED AVITAL INSTALLER, AND REMAINS IN THE CAR IN WHICH THE SYSTEM WAS ORIGINALLY INSTALLED.
SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, TOWING, REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF EARNINGS, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOSS OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND THE LIKE. NOTWITHSTANDING THE ABOVE, MANUFACTURER DOES OFFER A LIMITED WARRANTY TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THE CONTROL MODULE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. Your statutory rights are not affected.
What Is Included ■ One Avital Maxx1 Control Unit ■ One Valet Switch ■ One Status LED ■ Two 2-Button/3-Channel Remote Controls ■ Two Ultrasonic Sensors ■ One Battery Back-up Siren ■ One Certificate of Installation ■ Two Avital Window Decals Important Information Congratulations on your purchase of the Thatcham Evaluated Avital Maxx1 vehicle security/convenience system. To fully benefit from the capabilities of your system, we encourage you to read the Owner’s Guide thoroughly.
Your Warranty It is necessary to retain your proof of purchase, which reflects that the product was installed by an authorised dealer. For full details regarding your warranty coverage, please refer to the Consumer Warranty section of this guide. Remote Controls Included with your system: two AviGlo 2-button/3-channel remote controls. Once exposed to light, the AviGlo remote control buttons will glow, making them visible in the dark.
System Maintenance The Maxx1 system requires no maintenance except for remote control battery replacement when they reach the end of their useful life. When the battery weakens, operating range will be reduced and the LED will dim. To replace your remote control battery use the following procedure. Remote Control Battery Replacement To replace the battery in your AviGlo remote control, follow the instructions below. 1.
System Features Stealth Coding Technology Stealth Coding technology offers the most advanced protection available against code-grabbing devices which thieves may use to record the digital code transmitted by your remote control. When you leave the area, thieves can then play back the code to unlock the doors and de-activate your system. Avital’s remote controls with Stealth Coding randomly change the code every time you use them, and your system will not respond if any code is re-transmitted.
user-programmable.) To disarm the Immobiliser when it has Passively Immobilised, use the remote control to arm and then disarm the system, or turn the ignition on and press the button. Valet Switch The Valet switch is a small push-button switch that allows you to control all of the system’s programmable features and enter your override PIN code. (See User-Programmable Features section of this guide.) This switch can only be controlled in conjunction with your ignition key.
Instant Remote Control Code Deletion In the event of a lost or stolen remote control, all remote controls can be erased from the systems memory preventing unauthorised system operation. (See the Programming Table for Remote Controls section of this guide.) One-Step Remote Control Code Learning Your system allows you to add new remote controls in one step. (See the Programming Table for Remote Controls section of this guide.
Transmitter Functions Accessory Outputs and Button Assignments These outputs allow you to add optional remote-controlled accessories to your system such as a boot release, window roll-up, garage door opener, or fuel filler door release. To activate your optional accessories press the corresponding remote control buttons shown below. You can assign any remote control function to any button sequence. (See Programming Table for Remote Controls section of this guide.
System Operation The alarm can be programmed for active or passive arming. Active arming means the alarm is armed using the remote control. Passive arming means the alarm will automatically arm itself. (See the Programming Table for System Features section of this guide.) Active Arming* Press the ■ button for one to two seconds. The following will occur: The siren will chirp twice and the indicator lights will flash twice. The doors will lock.* The LED will double flash, pause, double flash, pause, etc.
will be re-enabled to allow you to start your car. The LED will turn off. * Requires connection to your vehicle’s existing central locking system. Disarming the System (if alarm is sounding) Press the button for 1-2 seconds. This will silence the siren only. It will not disarm the system or unlock* the doors. A second press of the button for one to two seconds is required to fully disarm the system. * Requires connection to your vehicle's existing central locking system.
To De-activate: 1. Press the button for one to two seconds. 2. The siren will shut off and the indicator lights will stop flashing. Sensor Bypass If you wish to arm the alarm system but leave a window or sunroof open or a pet or passenger inside the vehicle, you will need to bypass the Ultrasonic Sensor and any optional sensors by following the procedure noted below: 1. Arm the alarm with the 2. At anytime after the alarm system has been armed, press the and 3. button. buttons together.
If the system was armed and a thief were to break into your vehicle and begin entering codes at random in an attempt to disarm the alarm, the system will lock out (indicated by a triple flash sequence of the LED) and begin sounding the siren for two minutes. During this period the system will ignore further attempts to enter the code. Even a correct code entry will be ignored. The siren can be silenced and the system disarmed by pressing the but- ton on the remote control two times.
7. Turn the ignition key to the ON position 8. Enter the third number in your PIN. Press and release the Valet switch the same number of times as the third digit in your PIN. Example: If your PIN is 2345, press the Valet switch four times. 9. Turn the ignition key OFF. 10. Turn the ignition key to the ON position. 11. Enter the last number in your PIN. Press and release the Valet switch the same number of times as the last digit in your PIN.
How to Change Your PIN Code Your system PIN Code is located on the back of this guide. Should you wish to change this code to a number that is easier to remember, use the following procedure. 1. Write down the new four-digit PIN number you wish to use. 2. Look at the programming table on page 26. To change the first two digits of your code, refer to programming branch number 17 and to change the last two digits, refer to programming branch number 18. 3.
4. To enter the next two digits press the Valet switch once (you will hear one chirp) to move from program branch number 17 to 18. Stop and follow the instructions in the "Secondary Action" column in the programming table. Example: If the last two digits of your new code are two and two then press the button twice and the button twice. To enter the digits one and zero, you would press the button once and then go to step five.
Diagnostics LED System Status Indicator The LED on your vehicles dashboard or centre console will inform you of the system status. LED Off On Slow Flash Double Flash Triple Flash Flashing in Cycles Rapid Flash Status System is disarmed. In Valet mode. Passive Immobilised only. System is armed and Immobilised. More than three consecutive incorrect Valet codes have been entered (system ignores Valet switch for 2 minutes). See "Specific Zone Intrusion Identification" chart on page 20.
LED Three Flashes Four Flashes Five Flashes Six Flashes Seven Flashes Eight Flashes Zone Optional Sensor 2 Door Trigger Boot/Bonnet Trigger Closed Circuit Trigger Ultrasonic Sensor Ignition Trigger Automatic Malfunction Override In the event of an active sensor or trigger input when the alarm is remotely armed, a series of chirps and Indicator light flashes will alert you.
User-Programmable Features Passive Arming Turn the ignition key OFF, exit the vehicle, and close the doors. When the interior lights turn off, the LED will begin flashing rapidly to indicate the alarm has begun it’s passive arming countdown. After 60 seconds, the siren will chirp twice, the indicator lights will flash twice, and the system’s LED will begin the doubleflash sequence explained in the Active Arming section.
Auto-Rearm and Lock When Auto-rearm and lock is used in conjunction with the passive arming feature (i.e. both are turned ON) the following will occur: ■ If after driving you turn the ignition off and exit the vehicle by opening and closing a door, the system will passive arm but NOT lock the doors in case you have left your keys inside the car.
door was inadvertently left open. (See the Programming Table for System Features section of this guide.) NOTE: If your vehicle has an interior light delay, this feature will be turned off. Dual-Sensor Trigger Mode The system has the facility to add extra sensors such as the 508D Proximity sensor.
How to Set the UserProgrammable Features All system features and remote control features are accomplished by turning the ignition key to the ON position or starting the engine, entering your Personal Identification Number (PIN) and pressing the Valet switch a preset number of times to access the feature you wish to program. The system also allows you to add new remote controls in one step and delete lost or stolen remote controls. 1.
6. Continue pressing and releasing the Valet switch, counting the siren chirps. NOTE: Stop when you reach the number of chirps associated with your chosen feature. The system LED will give confirmation of the feature status. If the LED is ON, the feature is ON. If the LED if OFF, the feature is OFF. 7. Follow the Secondary Action listed in the programming table. You will hear one or two chirps and the system LED will give you confirmation that you have changed the feature. 8.
Programming Table for System Features Feature Factory Setting No. of Chirps Passive Arming ON 2 Passive Arm With Door Lock Auto Rearm and Door Lock Arm/Disarm Siren Chirps Door Ajar Indication OFF 3 ON 4 ON 8 ON 13 Dual Sensor Trigger Mode Pin Code Digits 1 and 2 Single 14 Factory Selected 17 Pin Code Digits 3 and 4 Factory Selected 18 26 Secondary Action Press button. The siren will chirp once for OFF, twice for ON. Press button. The siren will chirp once for OFF, twice for ON.
Programming Table for Remote Controls Feature Arm/Disarm/Panic Two Stage Unlock Accessory(-) Output for Boot Release (disarmed only) Silent Arm / Disarm Factory Setting Button Channel 1 Button Channel 2 No. of Chirps 20 21 Secondary Action Press any remote button(s). The siren will chirp once for confirmation. Press any remote button(s). The siren will chirp twice for confirmation. Button* 22 Channel 3 Button 25 + Channel 6 — 26 Press any remote button(s).
Security & Convenience Expansions Listed below are some of the many expansion options available. Please consult your dealer for a complete explanation of all the options available to you. ■ Audio Sensor - Metal on glass, glass cracking, and breaking glass produce distinctive acoustic signatures. The 506T audio sensor uses a microphone to pick up sounds, then analyses them with proprietary acoustic software to determine if the glass has been struck.
the factory release is not electric-activated, Directed®'s 522T boot release solenoid can often be added. ■ Electric Window Control - Automatic electric window control is provided with the 529T and 530T systems. These can operate electric windows, and can roll them up automatically when the system is armed, roll them down, or both up and down. Glossary of Terms Control Unit - The “brain” of your system. Usually hidden underneath the dash area of the vehicle.
Transmitter - A hand-held, remote control which operates the various functions of your system. Trigger or Triggered Sequence - This is what happens when the alarm “goes off” or “trips.” The triggered sequence of your system consists of the siren sounding and indicators flashing. Valet Switch - A small push-button switch mounted at a discretionary location inside the vehicle. It is used to override the builtin Immobiliser when a transmitter has been lost or damaged, and to enter Valet Mode.
Cut along dotted line and fold for a quick and easy reference to keep in your purse or wallet. ✂ Quick Reference Guide Arming ■ To arm, press . When the system arms, you will hear two short chirps, and the indicator lights will flash twice. Disarming ■ To disarm, press flash once. . You will hear a chirp, and the indicator lights will Siren Silencing ■ For siren silencing, press on your transmitter (whist the siren is sounding) and the siren will stop sounding.
Health Check Directed Electronics recommend you return to your installing Avital dealer to have your system checked for correct operation. The first check is due one year after the installation date and at yearly intervals thereafter. NOTE: There may be a small charge incurred for this service. 32 ®2002 Directed Electronics, Inc.
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Directed Electronics, Inc. Vista, CA 92083 www.directed.com Making changes to the existing security system will invalidate the certificate of installation. Should any fault with the system occur, please contact your installing Avital dealer as soon as is convenient. Your system Pin Code is: Place Pin Code sticker here. E&OE, specification is subject to change without notice. Some vehicles require optional parts/wiring and a few are incompatible with some features.
