S E C U R I T Y S Y S T E M A N D C O N V E N I E N C E M [ O W N E R ’ S G U I D E ] O D E L AMX 8.
limited lifetime consumer warranty Directed Electronics, Inc.
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND. IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM OR A DISPUTE INVOLVING DIRECTED OR ITS SUBSIDIARY, THE PROPER VENUE SHALL BE SAN DIEGO COUNTY IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. CALIFORNIA STATE LAWS AND APPLICABLE FEDERAL LAWS SHALL APPLY AND GOVERN THE DISPUTE. THE MAXIMUM RECOVERY UNDER ANY CLAIM AGAINST DIRECTED SHALL BE STRICTLY LIMITED TO THE AUTHORIZED DIRECTED DEALER'S PURCHASE PRICE OF THE UNIT.
table of contents limited lifetime consumer warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i what is included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 important information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 your warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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what is included ➤ A control module ➤ An receiver/antenna ➤ One 4-button 2-way remote ➤ A in-vehicle status LED indicator light ➤ A push-button Valet® switch ➤ Your warranty registration ➤ A shut-down toggle switch important information Congratulations on the purchase of your 2-way remote start system. Due to the complexity of this system, it must be installed by an authorized dealer only. Installation of this product by anyone other than an authorized dealer voids the warranty.
« your warranty Your warranty registration must be completely filled out and returned within 10 days of purchase. Your product warranty will not be validated if your warranty registration is not returned. Make sure you receive the warranty registration from your dealer. It is also necessary to keep your proof of purchase, which reflects that the product was installed by an authorized dealer. « fcc/id notice This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules.
2-way remote diagram 2 3 1 5 4 8 7 6 standard remote configuration 1. Unlock/Lock Indicator (Orange) 2. Receive/Transmit Indicator (Green) 3. Remote Start/Auxiliary Indicator (Yellow) 4. Panic Indicator (Red) 5. Lock Button 6. Unlock Button 7. Remote Start Button 8. Auxiliary Channel Button © 2004 directed electronics, inc.
system maintenance This system needs no specific maintenance beyond remote control battery replacement. The remote is powered by a 1.5V AAA battery. Low Battery Notification If the battery is low (and this feature is programmed On) the 2way remote will emit 2 long beeps 5-seconds after a transmission is completed. The 2 long beeps will repeat every 25 seconds up to 3 times (or until a 2-way remote button is pressed).
2-way remote functions The receiver uses a computer-based Learn Routine to learn the 2way remote buttons. This makes it possible to assign any 2-way remote button to any receiver function. The 2-way remote initially comes programmed with Standard Configuration, but may also be customized by an authorized dealer. The buttons in all of the instructions in this manual correspond to a Standard Configuration 2-way remote.
and Buttons The Turbo/Short Run feature is controlled by these buttons (refer to the Turbo/Short Run section for additional details). and Buttons An optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that you have added to your system can be activated by pressing these buttons simultaneously. The auxiliary output controls __________________________. Button Press and hold this button for 3-seconds to enter Panic Mode.
Command Page When a command (arm/disarm, remote start, or auxiliary channel) from the remote control is sent and received, the system will send a command page back to confirm receipt. Alarm Page If the ignition is turned on while locked, the system will actuate the panic feature and an Alarm Page will be sent to the remote control. When the remote receives this Alarm Page, the remote control will generate 4 beeps 5 times and the Red LED will illuminate for 3-seconds.
programming remote To enter programming mode Press and hold all four remote control buttons simultaneously until one long beep is heard. Programming mode is now entered. Beeps On/Off Press to select beeps On/Off. One beep is notification beeps On, Two beeps is notification beeps Off. The notification beeps are programmed On from the factory and can be programmed Off if they are not desired. When programmed Off the remote will only flash the LEDs as notification of a command page or an alarm page.
To exit programming mode The remote control will exit programming mode after 2-seconds of inactivity and will emit 2 long beeps. using your system « warning! safety first The following safety warnings must be observed at all times: ➤ Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this product must only be performed by an authorized Directed dealer. ➤ When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the 2-way remote control.
ALL TIMES REMAIN CLOSED. These precautions are the sole responsibility of the user. ➤ Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended mode of operation may result in property damage, personal injury, or death. (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with the vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with the keys in the ignition. The user must also have the neutral safety feature of the vehicle periodically checked, wherein the vehicle must not remotely start while the car is in gear.
REMOTE START SYSTEM UNDER THESE CONDITIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY CEASE THE USE OF THE UNIT AND SEEK THE ASSISTANCE OF AN AUTHORIZED Directed DEALER TO REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED REMOTE START MODULE. DIRECTED WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OR PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS. « locking Pressing for one second arms the system by activating the starter kill and locking the doors (if the door locks are connected).
If Passive Mode has been programmed on, then it is also possible to program the system for Passive Locking. With Passive Locking, the vehicle doors lock automatically at the same time that the Failsafe® Starter Kill is activated. If Passive Locking is programmed on, care must be taken to prevent the keys from being locked in the vehicle. note: For Passive Mode to be effective, the Failsafe® Starter Kill relay must be installed.
The remote will indicate unlock notification with 2 beeps and 3 flashes of the Orange LED. « disabling the starter kill without a 2-way remote If your 2-way remote is lost or damaged, you can manually override the starter kill. To do this, you must have the vehicle's ignition key and know where the Valet® button is located. Be sure to check with your installer at the time of installation for the location of the Valet® button. To override the starter kill, turn the ignition to the On position.
« panic mode If you are threatened in or near your vehicle, you can attract attention by triggering the system with your 2-way remote. Just press for 3-seconds, and you will enter Panic Mode. The horn will honk (if connected) and the parking lights (if connected) will flash for the programmed duration. To stop Panic Mode at any time, press or on the 2-way remote. The remote responds with one flash of the Red LED upon entering Panic Mode and two flashes of the Red LED upon exiting Panic Mode.
The in-vehicle status LED will light steadily if you are entering Valet® Mode, and it turn off if you are exiting Valet® Mode. The remote will respond with 3 Orange LED flashes on entering and 2 beeps and 3 Orange LED flashes on exiting Valet® Mode. « remote start This feature allows you to remotely start and run your vehicle for a programmable period of time. This makes it possible to warm up the engine, as well as adjust the interior temperature of the vehicle with the climate control system.
To remote start the vehicle: 1. Press on the 2-way remote twice within 3 seconds. 2. The parking lights will flash to confirm that the vehicle will attempt to start. 3. In gasoline vehicles, the engine will start 4 seconds after the parking lights flash. In diesel vehicles, the engine will start when the WAIT-TO-START indicator on the vehicle's dash goes out. 4.
note: If the brake pedal is pressed before the key is in the ON position, the engine will shut down. While the vehicle is running during remote start operation, the system will monitor the vehicle and will automatically shut down the engine if the system receives any of the following shut-down inputs: ➤ The brake pedal is pressed. ➤ The hood is opened. ➤ The shutdown toggle button is put into the OFF position. ➤ The pre-programmed run time (12, 24, or 60 minutes) has elapsed.
« valet® take-over The Valet® Take-Over feature allows the vehicle to remain running after the key has been removed from the ignition. This feature is useful for occasions when you wish to exit and lock the vehicle for short periods of time, but would like to leave the motor running and the climate controls on. To perform Valet® Take-Over: 1. Before turning off the engine, press and release on the 2- way remote twice within 3 seconds. Then wait five seconds. 2. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
To activate short-run/turbo: 1. Park the vehicle and set parking 2. Remove your foot from the brake pedal and leave the engine running. 3. Press and release the and buttons at the same time. 4. The remote start responds with remote start tones and the Yellow LED is illuminated for 3-seconds. 5. The lights will flash to indicate the remote start has entered short run turbo mode. 5. Turn off the key, the engine will keep running. 6. Exit and secure the vehicle. 7.
« timer mode By pressing the remote and buttons the parking lights will flash 4 times and then start the vehicle and run for the set duration. The remote start can be shut off by the 2-way remote by pressing the remote start button twice and remain in timer mode, but if any other shut down zones or the ignition become active the timer mode will cancel. 1. Press Timer mode buttons. 2. The vehicle will confirm with 4 parking light flashes. 3. After a 1-second delay the vehicle will start. 4.
auxiliary outputs (options) This system also supplies outputs that can control convenience options such as remote control trunk release and window automation. Consult your dealer for available options for your system. Channel 2 Trunk release: When connected, pressing for 1.5 seconds will remotely release the vehicle trunk lid. Channel 4 auxiliary output: When connected, pressing and will immediately activate this output to control an additional convenience option.
to the start position. This prevents damage to the starter motor if the key is turned to the start position during remote start operation. note: Anti-grind circuitry only works when the remote start system is operating the motor and the Failsafe® Starter Kill relay is installed. « disabling the remote start system This feature allows your system's remote start unit to be temporarily disabled to prevent the vehicle from being remote started accidentally.
« shut down inputs This system uses several inputs to shut down the remote start operation of the motor or prevent remote start if certain inputs are active. These are the hood and brake inputs. The hood input will prevent the motor from starting, as well as shut it down, any time the hood is opened. The brake pedal will shut down the motor at any time during remote start operation, as well as preventing the remote start from activating while it is being pressed.
high frequency Your system transmits and receives at 434 MHz. This provides a cleaner spectrum with less interference and a more stable signal. Enjoy a phenomenal increase in range, even in areas with high radio interference. owner recognition Owner Recognition is a revolutionary new feature available only from Directed. Using a Directed Bitwriter, hand-held programming tool, your dealer can program many of the system settings.
rapid resume logic This Directed system will store its current state to non-volatile memory. If power is lost and then reconnected the system will recall the stored state from memory. This means if the unit is in Valet® Mode and the battery is disconnected for any reason, such as servicing the car, when the battery is reconnected the unit will still be in Valet® Mode. This applies to all states of the system including lock, unlock, and Valet® Mode.
➤ Power Saver in Valet® Mode: When the system enters Valet® Mode the in-vehicle status LED illuminates steadily. If the vehicle is not used (ignition is not turned on) for a one hour period while the system is in Valet® Mode, the status LED will shut off. If the system remains in Valet® Mode, the status LED will come back on the next time the ignition is turned on and then back off. programming options Programming options control your system's normal, operational set-up.
second countdown). This feature only works if passive arming has been programmed. ➤ Panic mode enabled/disabled when the ignition is turned on. (Some states have laws against sirens sounding in moving cars.) note: When the system passively arms after one hour, the entry point that has been left open, and anything connected to the same zone, is bypassed and cannot trigger the system. However, the remaining inputs to the system are fully operational.
Power Locks: This system offers lock outputs that can control some manufacturers' power door lock systems. For other systems, additional parts may be required. Power Trunk Release: The accessory output of the system can op- erate a factory power release for the vehicle’s trunk or hatch. Although the on-board relay can control most power trunk releases, sometimes an optional relay is required. If the factory release is not power-activated, Directed®'s 522T trunk release solenoid can often be added.
glossary of terms 2-Way Remote: Hand-held, 2-way transceiver which operates the various functions of your system. Control Unit: The “brain” of your system. Usually hidden under- neath the dash area of the vehicle. The control unit houses the microprocessor which monitors your vehicle and controls all system functions. Failsafe® Starter Kill: An automatic switch controlled by your system that prevents the vehicle’s starter from cranking whenever the system is locked.
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✂ QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE To lock/arm using your 2-way remote Cut along dotted line and fold for a quick and easy reference to keep in your purse or wallet. ■ To arm the system press for one second. The doors will lock (if connected). The in-vehicle status LED will begin to flash. The Failsafe® Starter Kill will prevent the vehicle’s starter from cranking if it has been installed. The vehicle’s horn (if connected) will honk and the parking lights will flash once to confirm arming of the system.
The company behind this system is Directed Electronics, Inc. Since its inception, Directed Electronics has had one purpose, to provide consumers with the finest vehicle security and car stereo products and accessories available. The recipient of nearly 100 patents and Innovations Awards in the field of advanced electronic technology, Directed is ISO 9001 registered. Quality Directed Electronics products are sold and serviced throughout North America and around the world.
