AstroStart AF PRG-1003 User manual

Rev.: 1.0 PGa 2013
AF PRG-1003
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USER GUIDE

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PRG-1003 Parts
The PRG-1003 includes:
The handheld unit and a 9-volt battery;
The PC-LINK adaptor, which enables communication between the PRG-1003 and a
personal computer. This connectivity with a personal computer offers the capability
of upgrading the PRG-1003 firmware and other additional features, such as
saving/recalling personal programming options files on a computer.
The MODULE cables enable communication between the remote starter and the
PRG-1003. These T-harnesses (H040-22079, HAR-PRG664), which connects to the
remote starter antenna, allows the unit to be programmed and/or read even when the
remote starter is powered off.
Fig. 1
To PC-LINK
adapter
To computer USB
port
To PRG-1003
PC-LINK
connector
H040-22079
Fig. 2
Female to
Antenna
Male to Antenna
cable
To
PRG-1003

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The OBDII cable enables communication between the PRG-1003 and a vehicle
OBDII system. The PRG-1003 recognizes multiple car networks –i.e., J1850,
ISO9141, KWP2000 and CAN. The user can erase most GENERIC OBDII
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCs). The PRG-1003 does not
erase specific codes –i.e., most airbags and antipollution DTCs.
Fig. 3
HAR-PRG664
Female to
Antenna
Male to Antenna
cable
To
PRG-1003

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The PRG-1003 comes with two test leads and alligator clips, which can be used
to locate a valid tachometer source.
Fig. 4

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PRG-1003 Options
The remote starter can be programmed even when it is solely powered by the
PRG-1003.
The remote starter or alarm system must be disarmed or in Valet Mode to access
the programmer’s menu. The PRG-1003 displays a “COMMUNICATION
ERROR” message when trying to program an armed unit.
Select one of the PRG-1003 functions (TACH/Hz, OBDII SCAN, REMOTE,
DIAG., FUNCT, MODULE PROGRAMMING or INSTALLER
PROGRAMMING FILES) to enter its menu.
Use the “UP” and “DOWN” buttons to scroll the available options.
Press “ENTER” to access the desired option.
Repeat the above procedure if there are additional options you would like to
access.
Press “EXIT” to go back to the preceding option.
Press “ENTER” followed by “WRITE” to save the new settings into the unit
processor. New settings can be saved either one at the time or all at once, after all
changes have been completed.
Buttons & Functions
1. ON/OFF BUTTON
Press the “ON/OFF” button for 1 second to turn the PRG-1003 on.
You will hear 3 beeps.
To turn it off, press the “ON/OFF”button for 3 seconds.
You will hear 2 beeps.
The PRG-1003, if operating on its 9-volt battery, will turn off by itself if left unattended
for more than 5 minutes.
The programmer cannot be turned off, and will not automatically turn off, when it is
powered through one of its link cables. As a reminder, 2 beeps will be heard every 5
minutes if the programmer is left unattended.
This tool is made for a 12-volt DC operation. To avoid damages, do not use it with
other types (24-volt DC, 120 AC, etc.) of power sources.

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2. UP & DOWN BUTTONS
Use the “UP” and “DOWN” buttons to scroll the PRG-1003 menu.
3. EXIT & ENTER BUTTONS
Use the “EXIT” button to go back to the preceding menu without modifying the unit
settings.
Use the “ENTER” button to access or validate the unit programming options.
4. TACH/Hz
The “TACH/Hz” button provides the following 3 options:
Please use proper cable (see Fig. 2 and 4).
1. “Read From Vehicle” enables the PRG-1003 tachometer signal finder. Connect the (-)
lead of the PRG-1003 to the vehicle (-) ground source. Use only the (+) lead to test and
locate a proper tachometer signal. To avoid damages, do not connect it to the ignition
coil high voltage output. The programmer will display the tachometer frequency and its
validity.
2. “View Stored Tach” allows the user to read the tachometer frequency directly from
the remote starter and make adjustments if the tachometer is already stored. You can
also adjust and write the final tachometer setting back in the remote starter memory.
3. “Learn Tach” makes it easy to program the tachometer setting on a remote starter that
does not have one programmed yet. Connect the (-) lead of the PRG-1003 to the
vehicle (-) ground source. Use only the (+) lead to test and locate a proper tachometer
signal. To avoid damages, do not connect it to the ignition coil high voltage output. In
order to exit the “Learn Tach” mode you must turn the ignition switch ON and then
OFF.

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HEADERS
PC-LINK CONNECTOR
REMOTE STARTER
ANTENNA CONNECTOR
OBDII CONNECTOR
TACHOMETER LEADS
DISPLAY
BLUE LCD DISPLAY
BUTTONS
BUTTONS
TACH Hz (reference 4)
ON/OFF (reference 1)
OBD II SCAN (reference 5)
REMOTE (reference 6)
FUNCT (reference 8)
DIAG. (reference 7)
UP (reference 2)
EXIT (reference 3)
ENTER (reference 3)
DOWN (reference 2)
READ (reference 9)
WRITE (reference 10)
RECALL (reference 11)
PC-LINK (reference 13)
SAVE (reference 12)
Abbreviation Table of
Functions and Options in
Short Words (reference 14)

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5. OBDII SCAN BUTTON
Once the PRG-1003 is connected to the vehicle, the user can erase most generic OBDII
DTCs. Press the “OBDII SCAN” button and follow the instructions displayed.
Do not use the OBDII cable with any apparatus other than the Astrostart PRG-1003.
Please use the proper cable (see Fig. 3).
Warning: When erasing OBD II codes, some vehicles delete the memory bank used for fuel
economy and anti pollution. We recommend that the user gets from the manufacturer all the
required information before erasing OBD II codes.
6. REMOTE BUTTON
The “REMOTE”button provides 5 options:
Please use the proper cable (see Fig. 2).
1. “LEARN NEW REMOTE” makes it possible for the user to learn a new
transmitter without having to go through the regular programming mode. Follow
the instructions displayed to learn a new transmitter.
2. “USE REMOTE” allows the use of an already learned transmitter to test and
operate the remote starter without having to unplug the antenna from the PRG-
1003. To use this function, follow the instructions displayed. (Note: A 2-way
remote will not receive confirmation in this option.)
3. “ERASE ALL REMOTES” erases, at once, all existing transmitter codes from
the unit. Follow the instructions displayed to delete all transmitters from the
remote starter memory.
4. “# REMOTE LEARNED” identifies the number of transmitters that are coded
in the remote starter or alarm. Follow the instructions displayed to view how
many transmitters are programmed into the unit.
5. “TEST REMOTE BUTTON” allows the user to test the transmitter operations.
Establish which generation of remote (1ST generation -- 4 buttons or 5 buttons
with a STOP button, or 2nd generation -- with advanced options such as AUX and
/ or SHIFT button(s)) is being tested and follow the instructions displayed in
order to test the transmitter. Note that the transmitter does not have to be coded
into the remote starter. The PRG-1003 displays which button is pressed when
this function is used.

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7. DIAGNOSTIC BUTTON
The “DIAG” button is used to troubleshoot units. It offers 3 options:
Please use the proper cable ( see Fig. 2).
1. “START FAILURE” displays the last recorded remote start failure.
2. “LAST ALARM” displays the last event that generated a full alarm trigger.
3. “ERASE START FAILURE” deletes the last stored remote start failure.
8. FUNCTION BUTTON
The “FUNCT” button is used to reset a unit to its factory settings, or to erase all of the
installer’s programming files.
Please use the proper cable( see Fig. 2).
1. “RESET STARTER” clears all previous settings, events loggings, tachometer
references and transmitter codes stored in the unit, and resets them to the factory
settings. After selecting “RESET STARTER”, you are prompted to confirm your
choice by pressing “ENTER”. If you do not wish to reset the unit completely,
press “EXIT” to go back to the preceding menu.
2. “RESET PRG-1003”erases all of the installer’s programming files at once.
After selecting “RESET PRG-1003”, you are asked to confirm your choice by
pressing “ENTER”. If you do not wish to reset the programmer’s files
completely, press “EXIT” to go back to the preceding menu.

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9. READ BUTTON
The “READ” button displays the remote starter information and allows modification of
its options.
Please use the proper cable (see Fig. 2).
1. Press “READ” and select one of the brand names displayed on the PRG-1003. If
the unit is not compatible, the PRG-1003 will display a “PRODUCT VERSION
NOT SUPPORTED” message that prompts you to “Upgrade Programmer With
PC Interface”. When the unit is compatible, the PRG-1003 displays the unit
model number and software version.
2. Select the programming “Mode” you wish to access by scrolling “UP” or
“DOWN” and pressing “ENTER”. You can always return to the previous menu
by pressing “EXIT”.
3. Select the programming “Function” you wish to access by scrolling “UP” or
“DOWN” and pressing “ENTER”. You can always return to the previous menu
by pressing “EXIT”.
4. Select the programming “Option” you wish to change by scrolling “UP” or
“DOWN” and pressing “ENTER”.
5. At that moment you can either immediately save the newly entered setting by
pressing “ENTER” followed by “WRITE”, or wait until all changes are made
and then press “WRITE” to save the new settings all at once to the remote
starter.
6. Press “SAVE” to save the new settings to the PRG-1003 file.
Warning: Modifications made to the customizable options will apply solely when writing to the remote
starter EEPROM is completed. Never disconnect the AF PRG-1003 during the writing process. Cable
disconnection may lead to remote starter EPROM corruption.