Audiovox Prestige Platinum APS-510 User manual

Model APS-510
InstallationManual
Note: The method of manual override can either be selected to operate from the valet switch or operate as custom
code. Be certain to place a check mark indicating the method used in the box located on the last page of the
owner's manual.
Note: When both Passive Arming and Voltage Sensing are selected, you must hardwire the driver’s door pin
switch in order to begin the passive arming sequence.
RF Programmable Features :
Feature Selection 1 Chirp 2 Chirps 3 Chirps 4 Chirps Default
1st Door L/UL 1 Sec. 3.5 Sec. 1 Sec L, Dbl. U/L 1 Sec.
2nd Accy Lock Auto Lock On Auto LockOff Auto LockOff
3rdAccy. UL Auto UL Dr Auto UL All AutoUL Off AutoUL Off
4th Headlights On Arm On Disarm On Both Off Both
5th Passive Locks Passive Active Active
6th Passive/Active Arm Passive Arm ActiveArm Active Arm
7th Voltage Sense Voltage Sense Hardwire Hardwire
8th Siren/Horn Siren/Horn Siren Only Horn Only Siren/Horn
9th Horn Chirp 10mS 16mS 30mS 16mS
10th Override Method Custom Code Valet Valet
11th Two Step Unlock On Off Off
12th Chirp Delete From Tx On Off Off
To program these selectable features;
Action System Response
Turn ignition on No response
Press and release the valet switch 3 times 1 Chirp - LED 1 flash
Within 3 seconds, turn ignition Off Short chirp, then long chirp
First Then On 1 chirp = 1 second door locks
Press transmitter Lock button to change 2 chirps = 3.5 second door locks
Press transmitter Lock button to change 3 chirps = 1 sec. lock, dbl 1 sec. unlock
or
Second Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = auto locks off
Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = auto locks on
or
Third Press and release the valet switch 3 chirps = auto unlock off
Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = auto unlock drivers door only
Press transmitter Lock button to change 2 chirps = auto unlock all doors
or
Fourth Press and release the valet switch 3 chirps = headlight output when arming and disarming
Press transmitter Lock button to change 4 chirps = headlight output off
Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = headlight output when arming
Press transmitter Lock button to change 2 chirps = headlight output when disarming
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Fifth Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = active locks
Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = passive locks
or
Sixth Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = active arming
Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = passive arming
or
Seventh Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = hardwire
Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = voltage sense
or
Eighth Press and release the valet switch 1 chirp = siren and horn output
Press transmitter Lock button to change 2 chirps = siren output only
Press transmitter lock button to change 3 chirps = horn output only
or
Ninth Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = horn chirp output 16mS
Press transmitter Lock button to change 3 chirps = horn chirp output 30mS
Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = horn chirp output 10 mS
or
Tenth Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = valet switch override operation
Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = custom code override operation
or
EleventhPress and release the valet switch 2 chirps = 2 step unlock off
Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = 2 step unlock on
or
Twelfth Press and release the valet switch 2 chirps = chirp delete from transmitter inactive
Press transmitter Lock button to change 1 chirp = chirp delete from transmitter active
Press and release the valet switch Exit program mode
or
Turn ignition key off Exit program mode
Note: Once you enter the feature programming mode, do not allow more than 15 seconds to pass between steps,
or the programming will be terminated.
INSTALLATIONOFMAJOR COMPONENTS
Note: This system allows the transmitter to be programmed for single button lock/unlock or separate
button lock/unlock. The receiver is set up as follows:
Channel#1 = Lock/Unlock/Unlock 2 &Panic
Channel#2 = If Programmed, Unlock/Unlock 2& Panic
Channel#3 = Channel3&AlternateChannel3
Channel#4 = Channel4Output
Channel#5 = Channel5Output(IfsoEquipped)
Duringtheprogramroutine,ifatransmitter button is programmed into receiverchannel2,thentheunitwill
alwayshaveseparatelock/unlock from that transmitter.
Ifduringthe program sequencereceiverchannel1 isprogrammed,andreceivedchannel 2isskippedover,
asindicatedinthetransmittedprogramguide,thentheunitwilloperateasasinglebuttonlock/unlockunit
fromthattransmitter.
It is possible to have one transmitter programmed for single button lock/unlock, and one transmitter pro-
grammed for separate button lock/unlock if the customer so desires.
Ifyouinadvertentlyincorrectlyprogramthe transmitter, pleasereadtheinformationonre-prioritizingfound
inthetransmitterprogrammingguide.
Control Module:
Selectamountinglocation inside thepassengercompartment(upbehind the dash),andsecureusingthe
two screws provided. The control module can also be secured in place using cable ties.

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Do not mountthecontrolmodulein the engine compartment, asitisnotwaterproof.Youshouldalso avoid
mountingtheunitdirectlyontofactoryinstalledelectroniccomponents.These components may cause RF
interference,whichcanresultin poor transmitter range or intermittent operation.
Siren:
Selectamountinglocationin the engine compartmentthatiswellprotectedfromaccessbelow the vehicle.
Avoidareasnear high heat components or moving parts within the engine compartment. Toprevent water
retention,theflaredendofthesirenmustbepointeddownwardwhenmounted.
Mount the siren to the selected location using the screws and bracket provided.
Hood or Trunk Pin Switch:
A pin switch is included for use in protecting the hood or trunk ( or hatchback ) of the vehicle. The switch
must always be mounted to a grounded, metal surface of the vehicle. It is important to select a location
where water cannot flow or collect, and to avoid all drip gutters on hood and trunk fender walls. Choose
locations that are protected by rubber gaskets when the hood or trunk lid is closed.
The pin switch can be mounted using the bracket provided, or direct mounted by drilling a ¼ “ diameter
mountinghole.Keepin mind that when properly mounted, the plunger of the pinswitchshoulddepressat
least ¼ “ when the hood or trunk lid is closed.
Dash Mounted L.E.D.:
Asmallred L.E.D. is included that will serve asavisualindicatorof the alarm status. It should beinstalled
inthedash,locatedwhereit can be easilyseenfromoutsidethevehicle,yetnot be distracting tothedriver.
Oncealocationhasbeenselected,checkbehindthepanelforwireroutingaccess,andtoconfirmthedrill
will not damage any existing components as it passes through the panel.
Drill a ¼ “ diameter hole, and pass the red and blue wires from the L.E.D. through the hole, from the front
of the panel. Firmly press the body of the L.E.D. into the hole until fully seated.
Valet Switch:
Select a mounting location for the switch that is easily accessible to the driver of the vehicle. The switch
doesnothavetobeconcealed,however, concealing the switch is always recommended, as this provides
anevenhigherlevelofsecuritytothevehicle.
Thevaletswitchcanbemounted to the lowersideofthedashbydrillinga ¼ “ diameter holeintheselected
location.
Besuretocheckbehindthedash for adequate clearance for thebodyoftheswitch,andtoconfirmthatthe
drillwillnot damage any existing components as it passesthroughthedash.Route the two pin connector
towardthecontrolmodule.
Shock Sensor:
Select a solid mounting surface for the shock sensor on the firewall inside the passenger compartment,
andmount the sensor using the twoscrewsprovided.The shock sensor can alsobesecuredto any fixed
brace behind the dash using tie straps.
Whichevermountingmethodisselected,makecertainthatthesensitivityadjustmentis accessible for use
later in the installation.
WIRING THE SYSTEM
Large 8 Pin Edge Connector:
Red/White (5Amp) & Red Fused (15Amp) Wires : +12VDCCONSTANT BATTERYSOURCE
This wire controls the sensitivity of the voltage sensing circuit, which detects the turning on of an interior
lightwhenadooris opened. It willalsodetecttheswitchingon of parking orheadlamps,andinmanycases
willtrigger the alarm whenathermostatically controlled electronic radiatorcoolingfan switches on.
When installing this system into vehicles with electronic “ after fans “, it is recommended you disable the
voltagesensecircuit.
In voltage sensing applications, the closer to the battery that the red wire is connected, the less sensitive
thevoltagesensecircuitrywillbe.Movingthisconnectionpointtothefusepanelwillincreasethesensitiv-
ity, and connecting to the courtesy lampfuseinthevehiclewillprovidemaximumsensitivity of the voltage
sense circuit. Be certain to set selectable feature # 7 to 1 chirp, Voltage Sense On.
When hardwiring the control module to pin switches at all entry points, the voltage sense circuit must be
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Orange Wire: 300mA GROUND OUTPUT WHENARMED-N.C.STARTERDISABLE(Optional Relay
Required)
This wire is provided to control the starter cut relay. Connect the orange wire to terminal 86 of the relay.
Connect relay terminal 85 to an ignition wire in the vehicle that is live when the key is in the on and crank
positions and off when the key is in the off position. (This is where the yellow wire from the alarm should
beconnected).
Cut the low current starter solenoid wire in the vehicle, and connect one side of the cut wire to relay
terminal 87A. Connect the other side of the cut wire to relay terminal 30.
Note: This is a normally closed starter cut arrangement, and when power is removed from the
security system, the starter disable feature will not operate, allowing the vehicle to start.
Audiovox does not recommend using the Orange wire to interrupt anything but the starting
circuit of the vehicle.
Green w/ White trace Wire: Entry Illumination Ground Output
This wire provides a 30 second ground output (300 mA Max) whenever the remote is used to disarm the
alarmorto unlockthedoorsandprovides acontinuouspulsedoutput wheneverthealarmistriggered. This
wireshouldbeconnected toanexternalrelay andwired to the vehiclesinteriorentrylightingwhenever the
optionalInteriorIllumination circuit is desired. See Wiring Diagram fordetails.
Dark Blue Wire: DELAYED 300 mA PULSED OUTPUT / CHANNEL 3
ThedarkbluewirepulsestogroundviaanindependentRFchannelfromthekeychaintransmitter.Thisis
a transistorized, low current output, and should only be used to drive an external relay coil.
WARNING: Connecting the dark blue wire to the high current switched output of trunk release circuits,
some remote start trigger inputs, will damage the control module.
Connectthedarkbluewiretoterminal86of the AS - 9256 relay (orequivalent30Aautomotiverelay),and
wire the remaining relay contacts to perform the selected function of channel 3.
White w/ Black Trace Wire: POSITIVE OUTPUT TO SIREN
Route this wire through a rubber grommet in the firewall, and to the siren location.
Connectthewhite/blackwiretothepositivewireofthesiren.Securetheblackgroundwireofthesirento
chassisground.
Black Wire: CHASSISGROUND
Connectthiswiretoasolid,metalpartofthevehicle’schassis.Donotconfusethiswirewith the thin black
antennawirethat exits the control module independently.
White Wire: + 12 VDC PULSED PARKING LIGHT OUTPUT (15 AMP MAX)
Thiswireisprovidedtoflashthevehicle’sparkinglights.Connectthewhitewiretothe positive side of one
ofthevehicle’sparking lights.
Wiring The 11 Pin Mini Edge Connector:
Dark Green w/ Black Trace Wire: LATCHING OUTPUT / CHANNEL 4
Thegreenw/blacktracewirelatchestogroundviaanindependentRFchannelfromthekeychaintransmitter.
Thisisatransistorized, lowcurrent(300mA )output,andshouldonly beusedtodrivean externalrelaycoil.
This wire provides an immediate ground signal, and stays at ground for as long as the button(s) on the
keychaintransmitterremains pressed.
WARNING ! Connecting the dark green w/ black trace wire to the high current switched output of
trunk release circuits will damage the control module.
Connect the dark green w/ black trace wire to terminal 86 of the AS 9256 relay (or an equivalent 30 Amp
automotiverelay), and wire the remaining relaycontactstoperform the selected function of channel 4.
Dark Blue w/Black Trace Wire: Alternate Channel 3 Output (Dbl. Push Required)
This wire is controlled from the transmitter button programmed to the receiver's channel 3. By double
pressing this the transmitter button, this output will become active for 1 second. This is a transistorized,
low current (300 mA) output, designed to provide an output only when the transmitter is intentionally
operated, such as is the case with remote start add on modules. If you require more than 300mA drive
from this output, you must drive an external relay coil, and arrange the relays contacts to preform the
specifiedfunction.
NOTE: Pressing the transmitter button, then immediately pressing and holding it will cause this output to
be active as long as the transmitter button is depressed.

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Black w/ White Trace Wire: 300 mA Horn Output
The black w/ white trace wire is provided to beep the vehicle’s horn. This is a transistorized low current
output, and should only be connected to the low current ground output from the vehicle’s horn switch.
Ifthevehicleusesa+12VDChornswitch,thenconnecttheblackw/whitetracewiretoterminal86ofthe
AS9256relay(oranequivalent30Ampautomotiverelay),andconnectrelayterminal85toafused+12
VDC battery source. Connect relay terminal 87 to the vehicle’s horn switch output, and connect relay
terminal 30 to a fused + 12 VDC battery source.
Orange w/ White Trace Wire: 300 mA GROUND OUTPUT WHEN DISARMED - N. O. STARTER DIS-
ABLE ( Optional Relay Required ).
Thiswireis provided to control the starter cut relay.Connecttheorangew/whitewire to terminal 86 of the
relay. Connect relay terminal 85 to an ignition wire in the vehicle that is live when the key is in the on and
crank positions, and off when the key is in the off position. ( This is where the yellow wire from the alarm
shouldbeconnected ).
Cut the low current starter solenoid wire in the vehicle, and connect one side of the cut wire to relay
terminal 87. Connect the other side of the cut wire to relay terminal 30.
Note: This is a normally opened starter cut arrangement, and when power is removed from the
security system, the starter disable feature will remain operational, and the vehicle will
not start. Audiovox does not recommend using the Orange w/ White trace wire to interrupt
anything but the starting circuit of the vehicle.
Dark Green Wire: (-)INSTANT TRIGGER ZONE
Thisisaninstant on groundtriggerwire.Itmustbe connectedtothepreviouslyinstalledhood and trunkpin
switches.
Brown Wire: -DOORTRIGGER
If the vehicle’s courtesy light switches have a ( - ) ground output when the door is opened (GM and most
Imports), you must connect this wire to the negative output from one of the door switches.
WARNING: Do not use the brown wire if the vehicle has + 12 volt output type door switches.
(seePurpleWire).
Purple Wire: + DOOR TRIGGER
If the vehicle’s door courtesy light switches have a + 12 volt output when the door is opened (most Fords
and some Imports ), you must connect this wire to the positive output from one of the door switches.
WARNING: Do not use the purple wire if the vehicle has ground output type door switches.
( see Brown Wire ).
Yellow Wire: +12VDC IGNITION SOURCE
Connect this wire to a source that is live when the key is in the on and crank positions. Be sure that this
source is off when the key is in the off position.
White w/ Blue Trace Wire: Low Current (-) Ground Headlight Output
The White w/ Blue Trace wire is provided to operate the optional headlamp illumination feature of the
system. This is a low current (300mA) output and must be connected to an external relay to control the
high current switching circuit of the vehicle's headlamps. To use this option, Connect the White /w Blue
Trace wire to terminal # 86 of a P&B VF45F11 relay or equivalent. Connect Terminals #85 and # 30 to a
fused + 12 Volts source with a current capability equal to or in excess of the factory headlamp fuse.
Connect terminal # 87 of the relay to the switched + 12 volt wire feeding the vehicle's headlamp circuit.
NOTE: For ground switched headlamp circuits, Connect the White /w Blue Trace wire to terminal # 86 of
aP&BVF45F11 relay or equivalent. Connect Terminal#85 toafused+12Voltssource.Connect
terminal# 30 to a clean chassisground. Connectterminal # 87 to the groundswitchedheadlamp
controlwireinthevehicle.
Light Green Wire: (-) Instant Trigger Zone 1
This is a instant on ground trigger input intended for the connection of optional triggering devices. The
ground trigger output wire of motion detectors, microwave detectors, or glass break detectors, can be
connectedto this Light Greentrigger input wire.
Light Blue/Green Wire: DELAYED 300 mA PULSED OUTPUT / CHANNEL 5
Thelightblue/green wire pulses to ground via an independent RFchannelfromthekeychaintransmitter.
This is a transistorized, low current output, and should only be used to drive an external relay coil.

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WARNING: Connecting the light blue/green to the high current switched output of trunk release circuits,
some remote start trigger inputs, will damage the control module.
Connectthelightblue/greentoterminal86oftheAS-9256relay(orequivalent30Aautomotiverelay), and
wire the remaining relay contacts to perform the selected function of channel 5.
2 Pin White Connector: DASH MOUNTED L.E.D.
Route the red and blue wires in the 2 pin white connector from the L.E.D. to the control module, and plug it
into the mating white connector on the side of the module.
4 Pin White Connector: SHOCK SENSOR
Routethered,black,blue,andgreenwiresinthe4pinwhite connector from the shock sensor to the control
module, and plug one end into the shock sensor, and the other end into the mating white connector on the
sideof the module.
Red / Green / Red w/Black Trace 3 Pin White Connector: Door Lock Outputs
TheRedandGreen wires will provide either a pulsed ground outputtothefactorydoorlock control relay, or
a pulsed + 12 volt output to the factory door lock control relay. In either case, the maximum current draw
through these outputs must not exceed 300 mA. The Red w/Black trace wire will provide a pulsed ground
only,andwillonlyprovideanoutputwhentheunlockbuttonofthetransmitterispressedasecondtimeafter
a first unlock command was issued. This is used for second step unlock or all doors unlock in a two step
circuit. Inthisarrangement,Red,or Green isusedtocontrolthedriversdoor unlock relay, and theRed/Black
will be used to control unlock of all other doors.
3 Wire Ground Switched Single Step Door Locks
Inthis application, the red wire providesa ground pulse duringarming, or the pulsed ground lock output.
Connecttheredwiretothe wire that provides alowcurrentgroundsignalfromthefactorydoor lock switch to
the factory door unlock control relay.
The green wire provides a ground pulse during disarming, or the pulsed ground unlock output. Connect
thegreenwiretothewirethatprovides a low current ground signal from thefactorydoorunlockswitchtothe
factorydoorunlock control relay.
Red/Black Not Used.
3 Wire Ground Switched 2 Step Door Locks
Inthis application, the red wire providesa ground pulse duringarming, or the pulsed ground lock output.
Connecttheredwiretothe wire that provides alowcurrentgroundsignalfromthefactorydoor lock switch to
the factory door lock control relay.
The green wire provides the first ground pulse during disarming, or the drivers door pulsed ground
unlock output.Connectthiswiretothedrivers door unlock relay that requires a low current ground signal
to unlock only the drivers door. If the vehicle does not have a sperate drivers door relay, one will have to be
added. Locate the drivers door unlock motor wire and cut it at a convenient location to allow wiring of an
optionalrelay. Connect the door side ofthecutwiretoterminal30of the optional relay added. Connect the
vehicle side of the cut wire to terminal 87a of the optional relay added. Connect the green wire of the 3 pin
harnesstoterminal86 of theoptionalrelayadded. Connectterminal 85 oftheoptionalrelayaddedto afused
constant+12voltsource. Mostvehiclesdoorlock/unlockmotorlegsrestatground,andswitch+12voltsto
thedoorlock/unlockmotorlegs for operation, ifthisisthecaseinthevehicle you are workingon,connectthe
remaining terminal, 87, to a fused + 12 volt source. In the rare instance that the vehicle door lock/unlock
motor legs rest at + 12 volts and switches ground to the door lock/unlock motors, connect he remaining
terminal, 87, to chassis ground.
The Red/Black wire provides a pulse ground output when the unlock button of the transmitter is pressed a
second time after disarming. Connect the Red/Black wire to the wire that provides a low current ground
signal from the factory door unlock switch to the factory door lock control relay.
3 Wire Positive Switched Door Locks
In this application, the red wire provides a positive pulse during disarming, or the pulsed + 12 volt unlock
output. Connect the red wire to the wire that provides a low current positive signal from the factory door
unlock switch to the factory door unlock control relay.
The green wire provides a positive pulse during arming, or the pulsed + 12 volt lock output. Connect the

green wire to the wire that provides a low current positive signal from the factory door lock switch to the
factory door lock control relay.
3 Wire Positive Switched 2 Step Door Locks
The green wire provides a positive pulse during arming, or the pulsed + 12 volt lock output. Connect the
green wire to the wire that provides a low current positive signal from the factory door lock switch to the
factory door lock control relay.
The red wire provides a positive pulse during disarming, or the drivers door pulsed positive unlock
output. Connect this wire to the drivers door unlock relay that requires a low current positive signal to
unlock only the drivers door. If the vehicle does not have a separate drivers door relay, one will have to be
added. Locate the drivers door unlock motor wire and cut it at a convenient location to allow wiring of an
optionalrelay. Connectthedoorsideofthecutwiretoterminal30oftheoptionalrelayadded. Connectthe
vehicle side of the cut wire to terminal 87a of the optional relay added. Connect the red wire of the 3 pin
harness to terminal 86 of the optional relay added. Connect terminal 85 of the optional relay added to
chassisground. Mostvehiclesdoorlock/unlock motor legs rest at ground, and switch +12 volts to the door
lock/unlock motor legs for operation, if this is the case in the vehicle you are working on, connect the
remaining terminal, 87, to a fused + 12 volt source. In the rare instance that the vehicle door lock/unlock
motor legs rest at + 12 volts and switches ground to the door lock/unlock motors, connect he remaining
terminal, 87, to chassis ground.
The Red/Black wire provides a pulse ground output when the unlock button of the transmitter is pressed a
second time after disarming. Because the vehicle you are working on requires a positive pulse from the
factorydoorlockswitchtothefactorydoorlockcontrolrelay,youwillhavetoaddarelaytoinverttheoutput
polarity of this wire. Connect the Red/Black wire to terminal 86 of the optional added relay. Connect
terminal85&87toafuse + 12 volt source. Connect terminal30tothelowcurrentdoorunlockwirefrom the
factory door switch to the door unlock control relay.
Resistive Circuits, As Well As 4 Wire Polarity Reversal and 5 Wire Alternating 12 Volt
Door Lock Control Circuits
Theseapplicationsrequiretheuse of additionalcomponentswhichmayincluderelays, fixed resistors, orfor
convenience,theAS9159 Door LockInterface. RefertotheAUDIOVOX Door LockWiringSupplementand
orthe Audiovox fax backservice for information on yourparticular vehicle for properly connectingto these
types of circuits.
COMPLETINGTHEINSTALLATION
Antenna Wire: Be sure to extend the thin black antenna wire to it’s full length, and cable tie into place
whereitcannotbedamaged.Avoidwrapping this wirearoundmajor, high current wirelooms.
Adjusting the Shock Sensor: Ifused,thesensitivityofthepre-detectcircuitisautomatically set 30% less
sensitive than the full trigger circuit.
Usingasmallscrewdriver,gentlyturntheadjustmentscrew fully counterclockwise. (DO NOT over turn this
screw. Maximum rotation for this adjustment is 270°). Close the hood and trunk lids, and arm the alarm.
Wait6secondsforthe accessories trigger zone to stabilize, then firmly strike the rearbumperwiththeside
ofaclosed fist considering the amount of forcerequiredtobreaka window.
CAUTION: Never perform this test on the vehicle’s glass, as you may break the window.
Turn the adjustment screw clockwise (increasing sensitivity) about ¼ turn and re-test. Repeat this
procedure until thealarm sounds. Ultimately, onefirmstriketothe rear bumperwillcausethealarm to emit
pre-detectwarningtones.
WARNING ! Settingthesensitivitytoohighcancausefalse alarmsduetonoisevibrationsfrompassingtrucks
andheavyequipment. Todecreasesensitivity, turntheadjustmentscrew counterclockwise.
Wire Dressing: Always wrap the alarm wires in convoluted tubing, or with a spiral wrap of electrical tape.
Securetheseloomsalong the routingusingcableties.This will ensurethatthealarmwires are notdamaged
byfallingonto hot or sharp moving surfaces in the vehicle.
Operation: Take a few moments to check off the appropriate option boxes in the owner’s manual, and to
fully explain the operation of the system to your customer.
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