The company behind Viper® Auto Security Systems is Directed Electronics. Vista, CA 92081 www.directed.com 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 Electronics is ISO 9001 registered.
Congratulations Congratulations on the purchase of your state-of-the-art remote start and security system. Reading this Owner’s Guide prior to using your system will help maximize the use of your system and its many features. For more information please visit the below website: http://www.viper.com – For general and additional guide information. For any additional questions please contact your authorized Directed dealer or contact Directed at 1-800-753-0600.
Important information Government Regulations and Safety information Read the Government Regulations and Warning! Safety First sections of this manual prior to operating this system. Warning! Failure to heed this information can result in death, personal injury or property damage and may also result in the illegal use of the system beyond its intended purpose. Your Warranty Your Responder LE system comes with a warranty.
Contents Getting Started.................................................................................................... 4 Keys to using this manual...................................................................... 4 Responder LE 2-Way ........................................................................................... 5 Using your System ............................................................................................... 7 Commands and Confirmations ...............................
Alarm Features ................................................................................................. 24 Normal Arm Protection ....................................................................... 24 Sensor Silent Arm protection ............................................................... 24 Full Silent Arm Protection .................................................................... 25 Sensor Warn-away ...........................................................................
Warning! Safety First ......................................................................................... 46 Installation ........................................................................................ 46 Remote Start Capable ........................................................................ 46 Manual Transmission Vehicles ............................................................. 46 Interference .......................................................................................
Getting Started Keys to using this manual Specific actions (in bold type) and style conventions are used consistently throughout this manual, they are as follows: s s s s s 4 Press: implies pushing in and releasing a button. Hold: is used after Press actions when a button needs to be held in position for an extended period of time, typically several seconds. Italicized words denote section/sub headings in this guide and can be located through the table of contents.
Responder LE 2-Way Internal Antenna Transmit LED Ghost LED’s Command Buttons AUX Function Button Feature Description Internal Antenna Used for transmitting and receiving* information Command buttons (4) Used to perform arming, disarming, auxiliary channel and remote start commands Function button Used to access function levels for commands, configuration menus for programming, Car Selection, and to request reports.
Control Center Control button Status LED The Control Center, typically located on the upper part of the front windshield sends and receives commands or messages to and from your system. It consists of: s s s The In-vehicle system antenna, for 2 way communication. The Status LED, as a visual indicator of the system’s status. The Control button, for placing the system into Valet Mode* and to perform the Emergency Override** operation. * See Remote and System Operations section for details.
Using your System Commands and Confirmations Commands, Basic or Advanced, are used to activate system features and are performed by pressing one of the Command buttons. Basic commands control the most often used security and remote start features while Advanced commands control more specialized features and request reports. Confirmations for Basic or Advanced commands are indicated first by siren chirps and parking light flashes, and then by illuminated Ghost LED’s and beeps or tones on the remote control.
Remote Control Command table Level Direct Access Button x1 LEVEL 1 Arm/Lock Silent Arm (Panic) x2 LEVEL 2 x3 LEVEL 3 x4 LEVEL 4 Sensor Sensor Silent Full Silent Bypass Arm Arm Disarm/Unlock Silent Disarm Remote Valet Car Finder Remote Start Runtime Timer Start Smart Start Defogger AUX 4 Reset AUX Aux/Trunk AUX 1 AUX 2 AUX 3 Advance Level, Temperature Arm Status* Runtime Change Car Check* Remaining* (3 sec), Enter programming (8 sec) *Not available for 1-way companion
** Remote Start feature not available when the Remote Start status is incorrect upon receiving the command. (Example: Runtime reset command received when remote start is off). Refer to the notes included in the command descriptions that address these faults or go to Remote Start Faults under the Remote Start Features section for more details. © 2011 Directed Electronics. All rights reserved.
Basic Commands (Direct Access) No Ghost LED’s on Arm Press and release The alarm arms, doors lock (if connected), and the siren chirps and parking lights flash once. The Arm LED and beeps play to confirm. If Valet mode* is On, the doors lock and the Arm LED, LED and a fault tone plays. Exit Valet mode to arm the alarm normally. If a trigger zone fault is detected the siren chirps once again and the remote will emit a Trigger Zone Fault Report**, the Arm LED, LED and a fault tone plays.
triggered; the siren will chirp 4 or 5 times, and the Disarm LED, LED and 4 or 5 fault tones play to alert of the report. Remote Start Press and release Activates (or if On, deactivates) the remote starter. The engine and parking lights turn On and the Remote start LED and On tones play, or the engine and parking lights turn Off and the Remote start LED and Off tones play to confirm.
Advanced Commands: (Level 1) Press and release the ing Level 1 button 1 time. The LED illuminates indicat- Silent Arm Press and release The alarm arms, doors lock (if connected), and the parking lights flash once. The Arm LED turns on to confirm. Valet mode* or Trigger Zone Fault Report** messages may be received. Silent Disarm Press and release The alarm disarms, doors unlock (if connected), and the parking lights flash twice. The Disarm LED turns on to confirm.
AUX 1 Press and release AUX Activates (or if On, deactivates) the Aux 1 output. The Aux LED and On tones or Off tones play to confirm. Temperature Request Press and hold the button Requests the vehicle’s interior temperature and displays it by illuminating the green ghost LED’s; cold is 1 LED, cool (2), warm (3), warmer (4) . * See Remote and System Operations section for details. ** See Alarm Features for details. © 2011 Directed Electronics. All rights reserved.
Advanced Commands: (Level 2) Press and release the nate indicating Level 2 button 2 times. The and Aux LED’s illumi- Sensor Bypass Press and release Performing the Sensor Bypass command will incrementally bypass sensor operations and be confirmed as follows: s Warn-away bypass: The Parking lights flash 2 times. The Arm LED, 1 beep and 1 fault tone play to confirm. Sensors will be activated for Full Trigger levels of impact only. s Warn-away & Full trigger bypass: The Parking lights flash 3 times.
Timer Start* Press and release Activates (or if On, deactivates) Timer Start. The parking lights flash quickly four times for On and slowly four times for Off. The Remote Start LED and beeps play (1 for on, 2 for off) to confirm.. Note System needs to be armed or Timer Start will not start the engine. AUX 2 Press and release AUX Activates (or if On, deactivates) the Aux 2 output. The Aux LED and On tones or Off tones play to confirm.
Advanced Commands: (Level 3) Press and release the button 3 times. The Start LED’s illuminate indicating Level 3 , Aux and Remote Sensor Silent Arm* Press and release The alarm arms, doors lock, and the siren chirps and parking lights flash 3 times. The Arm LED, 1 beep and 3 fault tones play to confirm. Car finder Press and release The siren emits one long chirp and the parking lights flash for 10 seconds. The Disarm LED and 1 beep play to confirm.
AUX 3 Press and release AUX Activates (or if On, deactivates) the Aux 3 output. The Aux LED and On tones or Off tones play to confirm. Runtime Remaining Press and hold the button Requests the remaining Remote start runtime and temporarily displays it in 4 increments using the green Ghost LED’s. Example for 12 minute runtime: s 3 LED’s: 6 to 9 minutes remaining (50 - 75% of time selected). s 1 LED: less than 3 minutes remaining (<25% of time selected). Note Remote Start must be On to use this feature.
Advanced Commands: (Level 4) Press and release the button 4 times. The and Disarm LED’s illuminate indicating Level 4 , Aux, Remote Start Full Silent Arm* Press and release The alarm arms, doors lock, and the siren chirps and parking lights flash 4 times. The Arm LED, 1 beep and 4 fault tones play to confirm. Defogger** Press and release Activates the vehicle Defogger circuit (if connected) while Remote Start is activated and the parking lights flash 3 times. The Remote start LED and 1 beep play to confirm.
Remote Control Configuration Remote Programming The Responder LE and 1-way companion remote controls have operations that can be configured to a user’s personal preferences. The following instruction will direct you through the available programming options for both remotes. Enter programming, press and hold the button for 8 seconds, the remote emits one long beep and the transmit LED turns on to indicate the Main Menu is accessed. Exit programming or go back to a previous menu, press and release the button.
s The ignition is turned off. Prepare the remote control for pairing: 6. Enter programming to access the Main Menu 7. Press and hold the button for 1 second, 3 transmit LED flashes and 3 beeps indicate remote is ready to pair. 8. Press the button, Responder LE: the siren will chirp and the remote will emit several tones to confirm pairing is complete. If the remote does not emit the tones repeat step 7. 1-way companion: the siren will chirp to confirm the system has learned the remote control.
1-way companion remote control The 1-way remote will flash the transmit LED to indicate the setting. Feature Button Press LED on LED off Keypad Lock Auto Off Remote Beeps Beeps On Beeps Off Car 2 Car 2 On Car 2 Off Keypad Lock Options: Off, Auto When Off, the buttons do not lock and always perform a command when pressed. When set to Auto, the remote buttons lock after a 20 second lapse between buttons presses to prevent unintentional operations.
hours if the remote control is not used during this period. Just press any button to resume system monitoring. Power Save 2 is for maximum battery life and will monitor the system only when remote start has been activated. Caution: Alarm trigger messages will not be received when remote start is off. When set to On it wakes up every few seconds to listen for pages from the system. When set to Off it does not wake up to receive remote start or alarm trigger pages.
Sensor Adjust The button is used for sensor adjustment, to avoid unintended alarm triggers; it is recommenced that an authorized Directed Dealer performs all sensor adjustments. © 2011 Directed Electronics. All rights reserved.
Alarm Features Normal Arm Protection Status LED: The Control Center Status LED flashes as a visual indicator that your vehicle’s security system is active. Starter Kill: The Failsafe starter kill relay prevents the engine from starting Note May require additional parts and installation Sensor triggers: The onboard shock sensor can distinguish minor impacts from major impacts to the vehicle exterior.
Full Silent Arm Protection Sensor Warn-away, Sensor Full Trigger and Point of Entry activations will only send messages to the remote, with parking light flash and siren outputs defeated. Sensor Warn-away When the system sensors detect a Warn-away trigger the siren chirps and parking lights flash for 3 seconds. No messages are sent to the Responder LE remote control for Warn-away triggers.
Trigger Zone Fault Report When armed by remote command the system runs a status check of the alarm trigger zones. Faulty zones (usually caused by dome light delay or open trunk) are bypassed and reported via the control center LED and remote, while all other trigger zones remain active and are monitored to protect the vehicle. Should a faulty zone self correct (dome light turns off) it becomes active and is then monitored normally.
Table of Zones Zone # (led flashes) Zone Name 1 Trunk 2 Shock Sensor 3 Door 4 Sensor 2 5 Ignition 6 Hood Nuisance Prevention (NPC) NPC monitors all alarm zones and, if any are triggered excessively, bypasses them until corrected. If a point of entry (trunk, hood, door) is left open following a forced entry, it is bypassed. It becomes active again only after being closed. Bypassed sensors automatically reset after one hour and after the vehicle is driven.
Remote Start Features Pit Stop Mode To exit vehicle with engine running The system keeps the engine running during short trips into the house or convenience store. To perform Pit Stop: 1. 2. 3. 4. With the engine running, set the parking brake and release the foot brake. Press the button, the parking lights will turn on and the Remote start LED and On tones play on the remote control. Turn the key to off, and remove it from the ignition, the engine continues running for the programmed runtime.
4. after a few seconds the remote plays the Remote Start Off message. The vehicle is ready to drive. Remote Start Safe-lock Remote start safe-lock makes sure the doors are locked while the engine is running and after, even if they are unlocked when remote start is activated. Door locks may require additional parts and labor. Disabling Remote Start Remote start can be disabled by moving the Toggle Switch to the Off position. If remote start is attempted while Off, the engine will not start.
Timer Start operation Activation begins a countdown timer as set by the installer (default 3 hours). When the timer expires the engine starts and the Remote Start On message is sent to the remote control. When the Remote start runtime expires the engine shuts off, the Remote Start Off message is sent to the remote control and the countdown timer restarts. This will repeat as many times as set by the installer (default 6 starts). Timer Start is exited after the final start.
Note Temperature report must be turned on by an authorized Directed dealer. Remote Start Time-out Alert During remote start a message is sent three minutes before and again at one minute before the engine turns off. The LED, Remote Start LED flash and several tones play as an alert to reset the runtime if desired. Manual Transmission Start (MTS mode) When installed into a manual transmission vehicle, the system requires that the MTS mode is properly set when parking.
7. The engine turns off and after a few seconds, the Remote Start LED and Off tones play to confirm. If the door is opened in Step 3 then the engine continues to run. Turbo Timer Mode The system keeps the engine running for the Turbo Timer runtime and can be activated by remote control or optional dash mounted activation button. 1. With the engine running, set the parking brake. 2. Press the optional dash mounted activation button or perform the Timer Mode command. 3.
Flashes * Possible Fault Solution 5 Brake on Release foot brake 6 Hood open Close hood 7 After performing Remote Start command - MTS not enabled Enable MTS mode After performing Timer Start or Smart Start command Check all Solutions 8 Toggle Switch off Turn switch on None Alarm is triggered Disarm or reset alarm * Refers to the number of parking light flashes. © 2011 Directed Electronics. All rights reserved.
Remote and System Operations Passive Arming* Park and exit the vehicle, after the doors are closed the Passive arming countdown begins. The led flashes quickly and upon reaching 20 seconds the siren then chirps once. At 30 seconds the system arms itself. Anytime before the system arms you can re-enter the vehicle or open the trunk to load or unload items and, after closing passive arming resumes.
Valet Mode Valet mode can be entered and exited by performing the Remote Valet command or manually using the vehicle key and the control button. When entered, the alarm functions are defeated while the convenience features still operate normally. Arm and Disarm commands lock and unlock the doors. The Responder LE emits the Arm in Valet and Disarm in Valet output as described for Arm and Disarm in the Basic Commands section. Use 1. 2. 3.
Out of Range Each time a command is performed the Responder LE will expect a command confirmation from the system. If a command confirmation is not received the and transmit LED’s flash and a long fault tone plays as an alert. No Remote Output Occasionally when a command is performed the remote may not generate a command confirmation output or Out of Range output. This indicates that the system received the command but it was an incomplete command (e.g.
Car Select Car 2 must first be turned On (See Remote Control Configuration section to turn on). 1. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds. The remote flashes the LED and beeps once or twice to indicate the selected Car is 1 or 2. 2. Release the button for Car Select or continue to hold for programming. 3. Release the button, then press and release while the LED and beeps continue to perform Car Select. Once the car is selected a command can be performed by pressing one of the command buttons.
System Expansion Options Controlling two vehicles (Car Select) The Responder LE and 1way companion remote can control systems in two different vehicles saving the need for multiple remote controls. This feature also allows for customized system configurations on each vehicle that has more than one driver. See Owner Recognition following for details. Owner recognition The system can be configured to recognize the remote used when disarming and change selected features to match the remote users preferences.
Driver door priority unlocking The door unlocking operation can be configured to emulate an OEM style of driver priority unlocking for added security during disarming. © 2011 Directed Electronics. All rights reserved.
Battery Information The Responder LE remote is powered by 2 batteries (PN CR-2016) and the 1-way companion remote by 1 battery (PN CR-2032) that can be purchased at most retailers. When the battery begins to weaken, the operating range will be reduced. The information and precautions in this section can help maximize your battery’s life and usage in providing your Responder LE and 1-way companion remote controls with many years of trouble free operation.
Turn Paging off: The remote will not wake up to check for messages with Paging off in the Setup Remote menu. Caution! The remote will not receive trigger messages from the system. Turn Beeps off: The Button beeps can be turned off in the Setup Remote menu. The command beeps still play normally. s s Battery Replacement 1 Rear View 1.
Glossary of Terms Document Terminology 42 Control Module The “brain” of your system. Usually hidden underneath the dash area of the vehicle. It houses the microprocessor which monitors your vehicle and controls all of the system’s functions. Responder LE (2-way Remote Control) A hand-held, remote control which operates the various functions of your system and receives messages and pages from the system.
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.
Control Center To satisfy FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the device and its antenna must maintain a separation distance of 20 cm or more from the person’s body, except for the hand and wrists, to satisfy RF exposure compliance. This device complies with the Industry Canada Radio Standards Specification RSS 210.
Warning! Safety First Please read the safety warnings below before proceeding. Improper use of the product may be dangerous or illegal. Installation Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this product must only be performed by an authorized Directed dealer. If you have any questions, ask your retailer or contact Directed directly at 1-800-753-0600. Remote Start Capable When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control transmitter.
Before remote starting a manual transmission vehicle, be sure to: s Leave the vehicle in neutral and be sure no one is standing in front or behind the vehicle. s Only remote start on a flat surface s Have the parking brake fully engaged WARNING! It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure the parking/emergency brake properly functions. Failure to do so can result in personal injury or property damage.
GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF OPERATION. OPERATING THE 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. This product is designed for fuel injected vehicles only.
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LIABILITY WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LIABILITY FOR THEFT, DAMAGE AND/OR VANDALISM. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER LABOR COSTS FOR MAINTENANCE, REMOVAL OR REINSTALLATION OF THE UNIT OR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND. IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM OR A DISPUTE INVOLVING DIRECTED OR ITS SUBSIDIARY, THE VENUE SHALL BE SAN DIEGO COUNTY IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. CALIFORNIA STATE LAWS AND APPLICABLE FEDERAL LAWS SHALL APPLY AND GOVERN THE DISPUTE.