O W N E R ’S M A N U A L ® REMOTE START with SECURITY & KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM 1
Congratulations Congratulations on the purchase of this CARBINE keyless entry and remote start system. Reading this owners guide prior to using the system will familiarize you with it’s many features. If issues arise or you have questions, contact your installing dealer first. Additionally, you can contact us online at www.carbine.com or call 310-735-2000.
Replacement Remote Controls To purchase replacement remote controls, please see your authorized dealer/installer or visit us at www.carbine.com Remote part numbers are found on the back of the remote control.
Contents Congratulations..........................................................................................2 Replacement Remote Controls....................................................................3 Remote Configuration.................................................................................5 LCD Configurations.....................................................................................6 Arming/ Disarming..........................................................................
Remote Configuration Button Feature Comment Lock/ Arm Press and release. Unlock/ Disarm Press and release. Panic Alarm On Press and hold for 1.5 sec. Press two times within 5 seconds. 2 short chirps + 1 long – Arm and delete the on-board shock sensor Arm and delete the optional sensor. On-Board shock sensor is active. Arm and delete the On-Board shock sensor and the optional sensor. Arm and delete all trigger devices. Ignition trigger and Tilt sensor is active.
Remote Configuration (continued) + Timer or Temp Start Press together and release. Arm While Driving + Turbo Timer Activation + Car Finder Ignition must be on. Press and hold for 1.0 sec. Engine Running. Press both then release. Press together and release.
LCD Icon Description LCD Icon Description The remote battery needs to be replaced The remote battery is full The door is open or the alarm has been triggered from an open door The hood is open or the alarm has been triggered from an open hood The trunk is open or the alarm has been triggered from an open trunk Button lock is active or the alarm was triggered by voltage from the ignition key The alarm was triggered by the shock sensor The shock sensor is inactive The tilt sensor is active The ala
Lock / Arm Press and release the button to arm the security system and lock the doors. The parking lights will flash one time. (door lock control must be installed) Unlock / Disarm Press and release the button to disarm the security system and unlock the doors. The parking lights will flash two times. (door lock control must be installed) Silent Arm / Disarm Press and release the button before pressing the or button to initiate silent mode.
Passive Arming/Locking Your CARBINE system can be programmed to Passive Arm and Lock the doors. If this feature is programmed on, it will automatically arm and lock the doors 30 seconds after the last protected entrance is closed. During the 30 second countdown, the RCC LED will flash fast and the siren/horn will chirp after 20 seconds to warn that the system is about to arm and lock. Panic Alarm 1. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to activate panic alarm.
Car Finder The Car Finder feature will help you locate your vehicle by flashing the parking lights. To Activate the Car Finder feature 1. Press and release the and buttons at the same time. 2. The vehicle parking lights will flash (5) times. 3. Repeat the procedure as needed to locate your vehicle. AUX Output Activation (CH#4) Depending on your installation, your installer may have connected the channel #4 output to your vehicle. To activate the AUX/CH#4 output, press and hold the + buttons together.
AUX Output Activation (CH#5) Depending on your installation, your installer may have connected the channel #5 output to your vehicle. To activate the AUX/CH#5 output, press and hold the + buttons together. This action will energize the AUX/CH#5 output for as long as you hold the buttons down. The operation of AUX Channel #5 is programmable. By default, the AUX #5 output will stay active as long as you hold the buttons down.
Valet Mode (By Valet Button) Valet mode is a convenience when you take your car in for service or allow someone who may not be familiar with your security system to drive your vehicle. - All doors must be closed - Turn the ignition key On then Off. - Press and release the valet button (1) time. The status LED will be on. - Parking lights flash fast 9 times. - Repeat the procedure to turn off the valet mode. The status LED will be off. - Parking lights flash slow 9 times.
Trigger the System If at any time the system becomes triggered, the horn/siren will sound for 30 seconds and then re-arm. If a protected entrance is left open, the alarm will sound for three, 30 second cycles and then the protected entrance is bypassed while the remaining detection zones are active. Progressive Door Trigger This feature is ON by default and can be programmed off by the installer.
Forced Passive Arming As additional protection, the Forced Passive Arm feature will arm the security system 1 hour after exiting the vehicle. In some cases, you may forget to press the button to arm your system. Forced Passive Arming will keep the vehicle protected. By default, this system is ON and active unless programmed differently by the installer. Automatic Starter Disable The purpose of this feature is to keep your vehicle from being stolen at all times.
Ignition Key Controlled Dome Light - If dome light control has been installed, every time you stop the engine (Ignition Key Off), the dome light in your vehicle will illuminate. - When you disarm your security system the dome light will illuminate. When you enter the vehicle and turn On the ignition key, the dome light will go out. Note: Since this system mimics some factory installed dome light systems in many vehicle brands, the operation may not be noticed.
Remote Starting the Vehicle Warning! 1) Never remote start your vehicle when the keys are in the ignition. 2) Never start the vehicle unless the transmission is in PARK or NEUTRAL. 3) Never start your vehicle while it is inside a building that has minimal ventilation. 1. Make sure the parking brake is set ON. 2. Press and release the one time (or the amount of times programmed by the installer). 3. The parking lights will flash once to confirm the vehicle will attempt to start the engine.
Key Takeover: When you are ready to drive the vehicle 1. Unlock the door using the CARBINE remote control. 2. Enter the vehicle and do not step on the foot brake. 3. Insert the ignition key and turn it to the RUN position. 4. Step on the foot brake. The remote starter will shut off and the parking lights will turn off. 5. Disengage the parking brake and begin driving.
Quick Stop Mode: Your CARBINE remote starter can also keep the engine running during short trips away from the vehicle. To Enable Quick Stop Mode 1. Park in a well-ventilated area. 2. With the engine running, set the transmission in park and set the parking brake. 3. Press and release the one time (or the amount of times programmed by the installer). 4. Turn the ignition key off and remove the ignition key. The engine will continue to run.
Timer Mode Starting There are (2) types of timer start modes that can be programmed to perform when activated. - Timed Mode. This mode allows you to keep the engine warmed by starting the engine every (3) hours. After (6) starts, this system will be off. - Temp Mode. This mode checks the ambient temperature inside the vehicle every (3) hours. If the temperature has reached 0 degrees or less, the remote start will start the engine and allow it to run its pre-programmed run time.
Short-Run Turbo Timer Mode: Short Run Turbo Mode keep the engine running for a short length of time to allow the engines turbo boost system to cool down before stopping the engine. Activate the Turbo Timer Mode - Stop the vehicle and set the parking brake. - Press and release the + The parking lights will flash. at the same time. - Remove the ignition key and exit the vehicle. At this time you can arm the system with the remote controller. Arming will not stop the Turbo Timer Mode.
LCD Remote Controller Settings and Programming Enter Settings: To get into transmitter feature programming mode, press and hold the “F” button for 3 seconds. You will hear 2 beeps and the clock display will flash. Follow the instructions enclosed for each setting you want to program or change. Exit Settings: To exit any setting mode, push and hold the “F” button for 3 seconds or simply do nothing for 15 seconds.
Function Setting Daily Clock Display 1. Press the button to adjust hours. 2. Press the button to adjust minutes. 3. To exit the clock setting mode, push and hold the “F” button for 3 seconds or simply do nothing for 15 seconds. Note: Adjusting hours will change AM-PM. Adjusting minutes will not. Alarm Clock Time Setting 1. Press and release the “F” key once. The Alarm icon will display and the display will flash “12:00”. 2. Press the button to adjust hours. 3. Press the button to adjust minutes.
Function Setting Backlight Brightness Setting 1. Press and release the “F” key five times. “50p” will be displayed. 2. Press the button to adjust the light level. You have “0p”, “50p” and “100p” to choose from. Note: Raising the display brightness to 100p will consume more battery power.
Pairing a Replacement Remote Control Your CARBINE system remote controls are already paired to the control module. If you are replacing or adding remotes to your system, they must be programmed (paired) to the control module before they will operate the system. In order to perform remote control pairing, you must know where your “Valet Button is located as you will use the button and the LED indicator to perform the pairing function. Remote Pairing Procedure 1. Open the driver’s door. 2.
System Maintenance Replacing the LCD 2-Way Remote Controller Battery The CARBINE LCD 2- way remote controllers are powered by a CR2450 Lithium battery. When the battery begins to weaken, the battery life indicator on the LCD screen will display the condition of the battery. When the battery display reaches (1) bar, it is time to replace the battery. Full Replace Empty To replace the battery, follow the enclosed procedure. 1.
Replacing the 4 Button Remote Controller Battery The CARBINE remote controllers are powered by a CR2032 Lithium battery. When the battery begins to weaken, the operating range of the remote control is reduced and the LED indicator on the remote will begin to dim. To replace the battery, follow the enclosed procedure. 1. There is a slot built into the remote case. Use a dime or small flat blade screwdriver to separate the top and bottom cases of the transmitter. 2.
GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
