Model 561R Installation Guide © 2005 Directed Electronics, Vista, CA N561R 07-05
table of contents what is included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 bypassing GM vehicle anti-theft systems (VATS) . . 21 warning! safety first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1995 and newer vehicle anti-theft systems (immobilizers) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 passlock I and passlock II (PL-1 and PL-2) . . 22 passkey III (PK-3), transponder-based systems 22 installation points to remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 finding the wires you need . . . .
what is included ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ The control module (see diagram) One 473T remote transmitter The plug-in program switch A hood pinswitch A toggle override switch HX antenna receiver 6-pin relay output status LED 2-pin BLUE program plug 3-pin/2-wire door lock harness 4-pin satellite/ harness 9-pin main harness 4-pin/3-wire receiver port 5-pin remote start harness © 2005 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved 3
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 Electronics dealer. ■ When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control transmitter. Therefore, never operate the system in an area that does not have adequate ventilation.
installation points to remember IMPORTANT! This product is designed for fuel-injected, automatic transmission vehicles only. Installing it in a standard transmission vehicle is dangerous and is contrary to its intended use. Before beginning the installation: ■ Please read this entire installation guide before beginning the installation. The installation of this remote start system requires interfacing with many of the vehicle’s systems.
finding the wires you need IMPORTANT! Do not use a 12V test light or logic probe (computer safe test light) to locate these wires! All testing described in this manual assumes the use of a digital multimeter. obtaining constant 12V We recommend two possible sources for 12V constant: The (+) terminal of the battery, or the constant 12V supply to the ignition switch. Always install a fuse within 12 inches of this connection.
is not in gear! If your meter reads (+)12V, go to the next step. If it doesn’t, probe another wire. 5. Cut the wire you suspect of being the starter wire. 6. Attempt to start the car. If the starter engages, reconnect it and go back to Step 3. If the starter does not turn over, you have the right wire. finding the 12V switched ignition wire The ignition wire is powered when the key is in the run or start position.
finding a (+) parking light wire Most vehicles use a (+) parking light circuit. The (+) parking light wire is often found near the light switch. In many vehicles the light switch is built into the turn signal lever; in these vehicles the parking light wire can be found in the steering column. The same wire can often be accessed in the kick panel or running board. NOTE: Many Toyotas and other Asian vehicles, send a (-) signal from the switch to a relay. The relay then sends (+)12V to the bulbs.
can use a fuel injector control wire for engine speed sensing. Common locations for a tachometer wire are the ignition coil itself, the back of the gauges, engine computers, and automatic transmission computers. IMPORTANT! Do not test tachometer wires using a test light or logic probe. The vehicle will be damaged. How to find a tachometer wire with your multimeter: 1. Set to ACV or AC voltage (12V or 20V is fine). 2. Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground. 3. Start and run the vehicle. 4.
primary harness (H1) wiring diagram H1/1 ______ LIGHT GREEN/BLACK H1/2 ______ GREEN/WHITE H1/3 ______ YELLOW H1/4 ______ WHITE/BLUE (-) ACTIVATION INPUT H1/5 ______ GRAY/BLACK (-) WAIT TO START INPUT H1/6 ______ WHITE/RED (+) ACTIVATION INPUT H1/7 ______ RED/WHITE CHANNEL 2 (VALIDITY ONLY) H1/8 ______ BLACK GROUND H1/9 ______ WHITE (+/-) LIGHT FLASH FACTORY ALARM DISARM FACTORY REARM (+) IGNITION OUT (TO ALARM) 4-pin satellite harness diagram 10 1 ______ 2 ______ 3 ______ 4
heavy gauge relay wiring diagram 1 2 3 4 ______ ______ ______ ______ 5 ______ 6 ______ PINK (+) (30 AMP) OUTPUT TO IGNITION CIRCUIT PURPLE (+) (30 AMP) OUTPUT TO STARTER CIRCUIT ORANGE (+) (30 AMP) OUTPUT TO ACCESSORY CIRCUIT RED PINK/WHITE (+) (30A) HIGH CURRENT 12V INPUT (+) PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUT FOR ACCESSORY OR IGNITION RED (+) (30A) HIGH CURRENT 12V INPUT door lock harness, 3-pin connector 1 ______ 2 ______ 3 ______ GREEN (-) LOCK OUTPUT EMPTY NOT USED BLUE (-) UNLOCK OUTPUT N
primary harness (H1), 9-pin connector H1/1 LIGHT GREEN/BLACK (-) factory alarm disarm This wire sends a negative pulse every time the remote start is activated or the doors are unlocked. This can be used to pulse the disarm wire of the vehicle's factory anti-theft device. Use a relay to send a (-) or (+) pulse to the disarm wire as shown in the following diagrams.
NOTE: When the activation pulse count can be programmed to 1, 2, or 3 pulses when changed it will affect both activation inputs; the White/Blue wire and the remote control activation. H1/5 GRAY/BLACK (-) diesel wait-to-start bulb input Connect this wire to the wire in the vehicle that sends the signal to turn on the WAIT-TO-START bulb in the dashboard. In most diesels the wire is negative (ground turns on the bulb) and the GRAY/BLACK can be directly connected to the wire in the vehicle.
H1/6 WHITE/RED (+) activation input This input comes from the factory set to 2 activation pulses. This means that it is necessary to have 2 consecutive 12V pulses on the white/blue wire for the remote start to activate or to deactivate. The same holds true for the remote control activation when set to a two pulse setting it is necessary to press the button twice for the remote start to activate or deactivate.
H1/8 BLACK (-) chassis ground connection Remove any paint and connect this wire to bare metal, preferably with a factory bolt rather than your own screw. (Screws tend to either strip or loosen with time.) We recommend grounding all your components to the same point in the vehicle.
(-) Light Flash Output heavy gauge relay interface The heavy gauge wires are used to energize high current circuits in the vehicle. It is crucial that these connections are made correctly so that they are capable of handling the current demands. For this reason, scotch locks, T-taps and other such connectors should not be used. RED (2) (+)12V input for relays Remove the two 30 amp fuses prior to connecting these wires and do not replace them until the satellite has been plugged into the control module.
PINK/WHITE (+) output to second ignition/accessory circuit Connect this wire to the second ignition or accessory wire in the vehicle. (Selectable by using Feature 9.) NOTE: For vehicles that do not have a second ignition or accessory wire, this connection is not required. remote start harness (H2), 5-pin connector H2/1 BLACK/WHITE neutral safety switch input Connect this wire to the toggle (override) switch as shown in Figure A.
H2/3 BROWN (+) brake switch input This wire MUST be connected to the vehicle's brake light wire. This is the wire that shows (+) 12V when the brake pedal is depressed. The remote start will be disabled or shut down any time the brake pedal is depressed. H2/4 GRAY (-) hood pinswitch input This wire MUST be connected to the hood pinswitch. This input will disable or shut down the remote start when the hood is opened.
has one side effect: If the customer inserts the key in the ignition with the driver's door open, the remote start system will shut down. If this interface is used, it is important to inform the customer that the driver’s door must be closed before inserting the key into the ignition when the remote start is active. This will allow the customer to turn the key on and shut the remote start down by pressing the brake, without the key sense wire shutting down the unit prematurely.
general motors trucks, SUVs, and column shifting passenger cars pre-1996 dodge dakota pickups with 2.
bypassing GM vehicle anti-theft systems (VATS) Vehicles with the GM VATS (Pass Key) systems have a resistor embedded in the ignition key. If the VATS decoder module does not measure the proper resistance when the vehicle is started, the starter and fuel pump may be disabled for up to ten minutes. An optional "VATS pack" of resistors is available (p/n 652T). One of the resistors in the pack will match the resistor in the key.
1995 and newer vehicle anti-theft systems (immobilizers) 1995 and newer vehicle anti-theft systems (immobilizers) require a bypass module. The bypass module allows for easy interfacing, while still maintaining the OEM system’s integrity.
will excite the transponder, which is located (but not visible) in the head of the ignition key. The key transponder will then send a unique code back to the transceiver for evaluation. If the code matches a valid code of the system, the vehicle will be allowed to start. Most of these transponder-based systems can be bypassed using p/n 555U. Some may require additional parts from the vehicle manufacturer. Consult you dealer for the applications.
programming jumpers light flash (+)/(-) This jumper is used to determine the light flash output polarity. In the (+) position, the on-board relay is enabled and the unit will output (+)12V on the WHITE wire, H1/2. In the (-) position, the on-board relay is disabled. The WHITE wire, H1/2, will supply a 200mA (-) output suitable for driving factory parking light relays. NOTE: For parking light circuits that draw 10 amps or more, the internal jumper must be switched to a (-) light flash output.
plug-in program switch The Program switch plugs into the blue two-pin connector.
transmitter/receiver learn routine The system comes with one transmitter that has been taught to the receiver. The receiver can store up to 4 different transmitter codes in memory. Use the following learn routine to add transmitters to the system or to change button assignments if desired. The Program switch, plugged into the blue port, is used for programming. There is a basic sequence of steps to remember whenever programming this unit: Key, Choose, Transmit and Release. 1. Key.
CHANNEL NUMBER FUNCTION 1 Auto-Learn* 2 Lock/Unlock 3 Channel 2 output 4 Remote Start 5 Turbo/Short Run 6 Timer Mode 7 Defogger Control 8 Delete all Transmitters** *NOTE: For Auto Learn Configurations, see Transmitter Configurations section of this guide. **NOTE: If any button from a known transmitter is programmed to Channel 8, all transmitters will be erased from memory and will revert to the default feature settings.
tach learning to learn the tach signal 1. Start the vehicle with the key. 2. Within 5 seconds, press and HOLD the Program switch. 3. The LED will light constant when the tach signal is learned. 4. Release the Program switch. DRW-96 operating settings learn routine The System Features Learn Routine dictates how the unit operates. The programmable operating settings of this unit can be changed whenever necessary through the computer-based Learn Routine.
3. Transmit. The transmitter is used to select the desired setting. As shipped, the unit is configured to the LED ON settings. These are called the default settings. Pressing Channel One (usually Button I) will set it to the LED ON setting. The LED will light solid (stop flashing) to indicate the setting. Pressing Channel 2 (usually Button II) will change the setting to the LED OFF setting. The LED will go out indicating the change. 4. Release. The Program switch can now be released.
features menu The factory default settings are indicated in bold text in the table below. FEATURE NUMBER DEFAULT - LED ON SETTING (PRESS CHANNEL 1) LED OFF SETTING (PRESS CHANNEL 2) 1 Engine checking on Engine checking off 2 Tachometer checking type Voltage checking type 3 12 minutes run time (1)** 24 minutes (2)*, 60 minutes (3) run time 4 Flashing parking light output Constant parking light output 5 Cranking time 0.6 sec. (1) Cranking time 0.8 (2), 1.0 (3), 1.2 (4), 1.4 (5), 1.6 (6), 1.
feature descriptions The features of the system are described below. 1 ENGINE CHECK—ON/OFF:: In the default setting the remote start will monitor either the vehicle's tach wire or voltage depending on the programming of Feature 2. If programmed off, the vehicle will crank for the programmed crank time (Feature 5) and will not verify with tach or voltage that the vehicle is running. In the off setting, if the vehicle fails to start, the ignition can stay on for the entire run duration.
8 ACTIVATION PULSE COUNT —1/2/3 PULSES: This feature allows the number of pulses to activate the remote start feature to be changed from 1, 2, or 3 pulses. The pulse count programmed to start the vehicle will also be the same required to shut down the remote start. 9 2 nd —IGNITION /ACCESSORY OUTPUT: This will allow the PINK/WHITE to be used as a 2nd ignition or a 2nd accessory.
18 IGNITION CONTROLLED LOCK—ON, OFF:: When programmed ON the doors will lock when the key is on and all doors are closed. 19 FACTORY ALARM DISARM—WITH UNLOCK, BEFORE UNLOCK, REMOTE START ONLY:: In the default setting the factory alarm disarm output will disarm the factory alarm system any time the button(s) controlling Unlock is pressed. The “Before Unlock” output to disarms the factory alarm before the unlock output activates and before remote start is activated.
LED FLASHES SHUTDOWN MODE One System timed out Two Over-rev shutdown Three Low or no RPM Four Transmitter Shutdown (or optional push-button) Six (+/-) Shutdown Seven (-) Neutral safety shutdown (H2/6 BLACK/WHITE) Eight Wait-to-start timed out The LED will stop flashing when the ignition is turned on. rear defogger control The rear defogger output can be remotely turned on/off any time using the remote control. The default setting is ON. To turn the rear defogger output OFF: 1.
timer mode By pressing the remote / and buttons simultaneously 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 transmitter by pressing the remote start button and remain in timer mode, but if any other shut down zones or the ignition becomes active the timer mode will cancel. 1. Press Timer mode buttons. 2. The vehicle will confirm with 4 parking light flashes. 3. A 1-second delay will start. 4.
a. Make sure the hood is closed and no other shutdown circuits are active. b. Set the emergency brake. c. Turn the ignition key to the run position but do not start the engine. d. Put the vehicle in Drive (D). e. Put your foot over the brake pedal but do not press down on it. Be ready to step on the brake to shutdown the remote start system. f. Activate the remote start system. ■ If the starter engages, immediately step on the brake to shut down the system.
■ The climate control system does not work while the unit is operating the vehicle. Either the wrong accessory wire is being energized or more than one ignition or accessory wire must be energized in order to operate the climate control system. ■ The remote start will not activate. 1. Check harnesses and connections. Make sure the harnesses are fully plugged into the remote start module. Make sure there are good connections to the vehicle wiring. 2. Check voltage and fuses.
■ The vehicle will start and run only for about 10 seconds. 1. Is the remote start programmed for voltage sense? Try programming the unit for low voltage reference. If this does not work, a tach wire should be used. 2. Check diagnostics. ■ Diesel vehicle does not wait to start. 1. Is the GRAY/BLACK wire connected to the wait-to-start wire of the vehicle? 2. Check the polarity of the wait-to-start wire. (See the Finding the Wait-to-Start Bulb Wire For Diesels section of this guide.) 3.
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