Audiovox APS620 - Prestige Remote Start User manual

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Model APS-620
Installation Manual
This Remote Start System is designed to be used with
Automatic Transmission- Fuel Injection Vehicles Only!
COMPONENTS:
Control Module
2 Four Button RF Transmitters
Antenna/Receiver
1 1” X 1.75” Foam Pad
6 Pin Main Power Harness
7 Pin Accessory Harness
1 Hood Pin Switch
1/4” Female Spade Connector
2PinDoorLock/UnlockHarness
3 Pin Parking Light/Ground Harness
2 Pin LED Assembly
2 Pin Push-Button Valet/Program Switch
3PinAntennaReceiverHarness
4 Pin Auxiliary Output Harness
4 Philips Head Black Drill Point Sheet
Metal Screw #8 X 1/2"
Installation/OwnersGuide
FEATURES:
-Selectable Ignition Lock & Unlock
-SelectableDoor Lock/Unlock OutputTiming
-SafeStart (Requires double push of the startbuttonto engage the remote start
function)
-On-BoardParking LightRelay
-TrunkReleaseOutput
-HornChirp Output WithSelectable Duration
-SelectableRF StartChirp
-CarFinder Mode (Can electto have horn beepalongwith parking lights if
connected)
-Selectable Run Times 5, 10, 15, or 20 Minutes
-SelectableGas or Diesel
-Automatic Start Timer (Can be set to start your car automatically at 2 or 4 hour
intervals)
-4Negative PulsedAuxOutputs Before Start,After Start, DuringCrank, After
Shutdown (To aid installation in many vehicles with factory alarm systems)
FCCNOTICE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation of this device is subject to the
following conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance voids the users authority to operate this device.

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INSTALLATION OF THE MAJOR COMPONENTS:
CONTROL MODULE:
Selecta mountinglocation inside thepassenger compartment (upbehind the dashboard).
Themounting location selected must bewithin 24" of theignition switch wiring harnessto
allow connection of the 6 pin main wiring harness.
Be certain that the chosen location will not interfere with proper operation of the vehicle.
Avoid mounting the module to or routing the wiring around the steering shaft/column, as
the module or wiring may wrap around or block the steering wheel preventing proper
control of the vehicle. Secure the module in the chosen location using cable ties or
screws as necessary.
Do Not Mount The Module In The Engine Compartment, as it is not waterproof.
DASH MOUNTED LED:
The small LED included in the kit will serve as a visual indicator of the system’s status
and provide a visual deterrent to a potential thief. The LED also provides important feed
back information during the transmitter and feature program modes. The LED should be
installed in the dash in an area highly visible so that it may be seen from the driver's seat
as well as from outside the vehicle. Inspect behind the chosen location to insure that the
drill will not penetrate any existing factory wiring or fluid lines. Carefully drill a 1/4" hole in
the desired location and pass the connector end of the LED through the hole and toward
the control module. Press the LED firmly into place until it is fully seated in the mounting
hole.
THE RECEIVER/ANTENNA ASSEMBLY:
TheSuper-regenerative ReceiverAntenna Assemblyprovidedwith thisunit allowsrouting
from below the dash board for maximum operating range. Choose a location above the
belt line (dashboard) of the vehicle for best reception. Special considerations must be
made for windshield glass as some newer vehicles utilize a metallic shielded window
glass that will inhibit or restrict RF reception. In these vehicles, route the antenna toward
a rear window location for best reception. Secure the antenna with double stick tape
provided. After securing the antenna with tape, we advise also securing a section of the
antenna cable to a fixed support. This will prevent the antenna from dropping down in
case the double stick tape is exposed to extreme heat which may loosen it's gummed
surface. Route the connector toward the control module using caution not to pinch the
cable as this will cause poor or no RF reception to the control module.
VALET/PROGRAM/MANUAL OVERRIDE SWITCH :
Select a mounting location that is easily accessible to the operator of the vehicle. It is not
necessary to conceal the switch. However, concealment is recommended as it offers a
higherlevel of security. Theswitch can be mountedtothe lower dash panelin the driver's
area. Inspectbehind the chosen location toinsure that adequate clearance is allowedfor
the body of the switch, and also that the drill will not penetrate any existing factory wiring
or fluid lines. Drill a 9/32" hole in the desired location and mount the switch by passing it
through the panel from the underside. Secure the switch using the nut, star washer.
Route the switch's connector toward the control module.
NOTE: During the program sequence, there are times when this switch and the ignition
switchwillbe usedsimultaneously. Werecommendthat thepushbuttonswitch bemounted
on the left side of the ignition switch to facilitate this operation.
HOOD PIN SWITCH:
The pin switch included in this package are intended for protecting the hood area of the
vehicle. In all cases, the switch must be mounted to a grounded metal surface. When
the pin switch is activated, (hood/trunk open), it will supply a ground to the input wire
activating the alarm. In addition, the hood switch is required for the safety shut down of
the remote start unit. If the vehicle is being worked on, this hood switch prevents the
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DO NOT PLUG THE SIX PIN MAIN POWER HARNESS OR THE MULTI PIN INPUT /
OUTPUT HARNESS INTO THE CONTROL MODULE UNTIL ALL CONNECTIONS TO
THE VEHICLE HAVE BEEN MADE. AFTER SELECTING YOUR TARGET WIRES AS
DEFINED BELOW, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE FROM THE VE-
HICLE BATTERY PRIOR TO MAKING ANY CONNECTIONS.
Note: Do not remove the fuse holders from this wire harness.
Fuses must be used and located as close as possible to the power
source for adequate protection of the vehicle.
WIRING THE 6 PIN MAIN POWER HARNESS Connector “C”:
Fused RED w/ WHITE TRACE WIRE: + 12 volt Battery 1 Source
Locate the vehicle battery wire(s) at the ignition switch. Verification: These wires will register
voltage in all positions of the ignition switch. Connect the Red w/White wire to the vehicle's battery
wire. This wire provides power for the control circuit as well as the ignition 1 and ignition 2 relays.
Fused RED WIRE: + 12 Volt Battery 2 Source
Locate the vehicle battery wire(s) at the ignition switch. Verification: These wires will register
voltage in all positions of the ignition switch. Connect the Red wire to the vehicle's battery wire.
This wire provides power for the start relay and the accessory relay.
YELLOW Wire: Starter Output
Careful consideration for the connection of this wire must be made to prevent the
vehicle from starting while in gear. Understanding the difference between a me-
chanical and an electrical Neutral Start Switch will allow you to properly identify
installed in all applications. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or
property damage.
Mount the switch in the hood locations away from water drain paths. If necessary, the
included bracket may be used to move the switch away from rain gutters or allow mount-
ing to the firewall behind the hood seal. In both cases the switch must be set up to allow
thehood to depressthe switch at least1/4 inch whenthe hood is closedand fully extended
when the hood is opened. For direct mounting, a 1/4 inch hole must be drilled. Carefully
check behind the chosen location to insure the drill will not penetrate any existing factory
wiring or fluid lines.
Drill a 1/4" hole in the desired location and thread the pin switch into it using a 7/16" nut
driver or deep well socket. If using the mounting bracket, first secure the bracket to the
desired location and secure the pin switch in the pre-threaded mounting bracket hole.

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the circuit and select the correct installation method. In addition you will realize
why the connection of the safety wire is required for all mechanical switch con-
figurations.
Failureto makethis connectionproperly canresult inpersonalinjury andproperty damage.
In all installations it is the responsibility of the installing technician to test the remote start
unitand ensure thatthe vehicle cannotstart via RFcontrol inanygear selectionother than
parkor neutral.
Inboth mechanical andelectricalneutral start switchconfigurations,the connection of the
Yellow wirewill bemade tothe lowcurrentstart solenoidwire ofthe ignitionswitch harness.
This wire will have +12 volts when the ignition switch is turned to the start (crank) position
only. This wire will have 0 volts in all other ignition switch positions.
BLUE Wire: Ignition 1 Output
Connectthis wireto theignition 1wire fromthe ignitionswitch. This wirewill show+12 volts
when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" or "RUN" and the "START" or CRANK" posi-
tions, and will have 0 volts when the key is turned to the "OFF" and "ACCESSORY" posi-
tions.
GREEN Wire: Ignition2 Output
Connect this wire to the ignition 2 wire from the ignition switch. This wire will show + 12
volts when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" or "RUN" position and is some cases the
"START" or CRANK" position. This wire will show 0 volts when the key is turned to the
"OFF" and "ACCESSORY" positions.
NOTE: See programming information (Bank 3 Selection # 6) concerning this wire to allow
output during the "START" mode.
VIOLET Wire: Accessory Output
Connect this wire to the Accessory wire from the ignition switch. This wire will show + 12
volts when the ignition switch is turned to the "ACCESSORY" or "ON" and "RUN" posi-
tions, and will show 0 volts when the key is turned to the "OFF" and "START" or "CRANK"
positions.
Wiring The 2 Pin Door Lock/Unlock Harness Connector “B”:
The Red & Green Door Lock/Unlock output wires provide a pulsed ground output to control the
vehicle door lock / unlock circuits. The output of these wires has a maximum switching capability
of 250 mA. Many vehicles today have factory door lock relays which can be connected directly to
these outputs, however always confirm that the factory relays in your particular vehicle do not
exceed the rated 250mA output of the units door lock/unlock circuit. Plug the 2 pin connector of the
door lock/unlock harness into the mating connector shell of the control module. Determine the
door lock circuit of the vehicle you are working on and wire according to the diagrams shown.
3 Wire Ground Switched Door Lock Circuits:
In this application, the Red wire of the 2 pin harness provides a ground pulse during the arming
sequence, or pulsed ground lock output. Connect the Red wire to the low current ground signal
wire from the factory door lock switch to the factory door lock relay.
The Green wire of the 2 pin harness provides a ground pulse during the disarming sequence, or
pulsed ground unlock output. Connect the Green wire to the low current ground signal wire from
the factory door unlock switch to the factory door unlock relay.
Negative Type Door Lock Circuits

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Wiring The 4 Pin Auxiliary Output Harness, Connector “A”
The auxiliary 4 pin connector provides low current outputs to control various functions in
the vehicle during different stages of the Remote Start unit's operation. Understanding
these outputs and the time in which they occur will allow you to determine if they are
needed for the particular vehicle you are working on as well as how to use them.
Black w Blue Trace Wire: Pulsed Ground Output Before Start
The Black w/ Blue Trace wire will provide a 1 second 250 mA pulsed ground output 1.5
second before the remote start unit activates as well as when the transmitter is used to
disarm the system. Typical use for this output would be to disarm a factory theft deterrent
system to prevent false triggering of the factory alarm when the remote start unit engages
or when the transmitter is used to unlock the doors.
Black w/ Light Green Trace Wire: Pulsed Ground Output After Start
The Black w/ Light Green Trace wire will provide a 1 second 250mA pulsed ground output
after the vehicle is started under control of the remote start unit. Typically this wire will be
used to re-lock the vehicle doors if the doors unlock automatically when the factory anti-
theft system is disarmed.
Black w/ Red Trace Wire: Pulsed Ground Output After Shutdown
The Black w/ Red Trace wire will provide a 1 second 250 mA pulsed ground output after
the remote start unit shuts down. This output will occur regardless of whether the circuit
times out or is manually terminated. Typically this output will be used to re-lock the
vehicle doors if the doors unlock automatically when the ignition circuit transitions to off.
Black w/ Yellow Trace Wire: Ground Output During Start (Crank)
The Black w/ Yellow Trace wire will provide a 250 mA ground output while the starter
output of the remote start unit is active. This output can be used to activate the Crank
Low/Bulb Test wire found in some GM vehicles. This wire is also referred to as the ECM
wake up wire in some Chrysler vehicles.
NOTE: The outputs above are low current outputs and must be used with a relay if the
circuit's requirement is more than 250 mA.
2 Pin Valet/Program/Override Push-Button Switch, Connector “D”
TheBlack& Greytwin leadwires loadedinthe twopin blueconnector arethegroundsupply
and program/valet/override input of the Remote Start unit. Route the two wires from the
previously installed Push-Button switch to the mating connector on the control module.

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3 Pin Antenna/Receiver, Connector “F”
Route the 3 pin connector from the previously installed antenna receiver assemble to the
mating connector on the control module. This connector supplies 5 volts, ground and RF
data from the antenna receiver to the remote start module. Be certain this connector is
firmly seated making good contact to the control unit.
2 Pin LED Harness, Connector “G”
Route the twin lead Red and Blue wires from the LED to the remote start control unit and
plug the two pin connector into the mating white mini connector on the control module.
these wires control the anode and cathode of the dash mounted LED.
3 Pin Parking Light Input/Output & Ground Harness, Connector “H”
Black Wire: Chassis Ground Source
Connect the Black wire to a known vehicle ground source or to a solid clean metal part of
the chassis. Be certain to remove any paint or grease and secure this wire with a self
tapping screw and ring terminal.
White w/ Red Trace Wire: Parking Light Flasher Feed
This wire is the common contact of the on board parking light flasher relay. If the vehicle
you are working on has +12 volt switched parking lights, connect this wire to a fused + 12
volt source. (Max. 15 Amps)
NOTE: If the vehicle's parking lights are ground switched, connect this wire to chassis
ground.
White Wire: Parking Light Flasher Output
This wire is the normally open contact of the on board parking light flasher relay. Connect
this wire to the vehicle parking light feed wire.
7 Pin Accessory Input/Output Harness, Connector “E”
Brown w/ Black Trace Wire: Positive Inhibit Input
TheBrown w/ Black Trace wireprovides an instant shutdown for theRemote Start Control
module whenever it gets + 12 volts. If the Brake lights switch in the vehicle switches + 12
volts to the brake light circuit, connect the Brown w/ Black trace wire to the output side of
the brake switch. This will allow the Remote Start to shut down if an attempt is made to
operatethe vehicle without the keywhile running under the controlof the Remote Start. In
most vehicles, in order to shift into gear, the brake pedal must be depressed. The brake
input will in turn cause the remote start unit to shut off.
Grey w/ Black Trace Wire: Negative Inhibit Input
The Grey w/ Black Trace wire provides an instant shutdown for the Remote Start Control
Module whenever it is grounded. Connect the Grey w/ Black trace wire to the hood pin
switch previously installed. This wire must be routed through a grommet in the firewall
andconnected to the hood pinswitch. Ifthe pin switch is tobeused with an alarm system,
connect this wire using a diode assembly.
DO NOT RELEASE THIS VEHICLE TO THE CONSUMER UNTIL YOU CONFIRM
THE OPERATION OF THE HOOD PIN SAFETY SHUT DOWN FEATURE.
IMPORTANT! This connection is a safety wire and must be connected to a hood pin
switch and tested as described. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or property
damage. This wire may also be used if the vehicle brake light circuit switches ground to
the brake lights. An isolation diode must be used for ground switched brake light circuits
and must be connected to the output of the brake switch.
To test this circuit, while the vehicle is running under control of the remote start unit, open
the vehicle’s hood. The remote start unit should shut down immediately. If not, check the
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VEHICLE TO THE CONSUMER IF THIS CIRCUIT DOES NOT PERFORM AS SPECI-
FIED.
Green w/ Orange Trace Wire: Tachometer Input Signal
This wire will continually monitor the engine's tach rate while the unit is under power of
the Remote Start module. This wire will be routed to the vehicle ECM tach input or
throughthe firewall into the engine compartmentand connect to the negative sideof the
ignitioncoil. This Remote Start unit learns thetach rate of the vehicle andin most cases
will operate properly from one multi coil pack regardless of the number of cylinders. If
the vehicle has a single coil unit for each cylinder, it may be necessary to connect this
wire to more than one cylinder for proper tach reference. See multi coil wiring detail
below.
Dark Blue Wire: Delayed 250mA Pulsed Channel 3 Output
The Dark Blue wire supplies a 250mA ground pulsed output whenever channel three
of the receiver is accessed. Pressing the pre-programmed transmitter button for
three seconds will access channel two. This is a low current output and must be
connected to a relay to supply power to the trunk release or the circuit you wish to
control. Connect the Dark Blue wire to terminal # 86 of a VF45F11 P&B relay or
equivalent. Connect terminal # 85 of the relay to a fused + 12 volt source. Connect
the common, normally open, and normally closed contacts of the relay to perform the
selected function of channel 3.
Black w/ White Trace Wire : 250 mA Horn Output
Theblackw/ white trace wire is provided to beep the vehicle’shorn. This is a transistor-
ized low current output, and should only be connected to the low current ground output
from the vehicle’s horn switch. If the vehicle uses a + 12 VDC horn switch, then con-
nect the black w/ white trace wire to terminal 86 of the AS 9256 relay ( or an equivalent
30 Amp automotive relay ),and connect relay terminal 85 to a fused
+12VDC battery source. Connect relay terminal 87 to the vehicle’shorn switch output,
and connect relay terminal 30 to a fused + 12 VDC battery source.
Light Blue Wire: Ground Output While Running Under Remote Start Control
This wire provides a 300mA ground output that becomes active 3 seconds before the
Remote Start Unit initializes and remains grounded while running plus an additional 4
seconds after the Remote Start Unit turns off. In all of the applications described
below, a relaywill be required.
The Light Blue wire can be used to accommodate the following situations:

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A. Shock Sensor By Pass:
B. Additional Ignition Output:
C. GM VATS Key Override:
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 alarm or to unlock the doors and provides a continuous pulsed
output whenever the alarm is triggered. This wire should be connected to an external
relay and wired to the vehicles interior entry lighting whenever the optional Interior
Illumination circuit is desired.
Programming Tach Rate:
NOTE: All applications require that tach be programmed.
The unit will not operate unless tach is programmed. If an attempt is made to start the vehicle via
the remote start without first programming tach, the unit will flash the parking lights 7 times
indicating tach has not been learned and stored. If the tach rate is not properly programmed to
the specific vehicle, the unit may not realize that the vehicle is running in certain instances
reengage the starter motor.
The Remote Start Unit will learn the tach rate of most vehicle's single coil, multiple coil
packs, or single injector. To learn tach:
1. Turn the ignition key to the On position.
2. Press and release the valet/program push button switch 3 times.
3. Immediately turn the ignition key Off.
4. Press and hold the valet/program push button switch, then start the vehicle using the
key.
5. When the unit senses the tach signal, the parking lights will begin to flash.
6.Release the valet/program pushbutton switch. Theparking lights will turn on forthree
seconds to indicate that the learned tach signal is stored and the unit is out of the tach
learn mode.
NOTE: If the unit fails to learn tach rate due to an improper tachometer connection or a
poor tach source, the parking lights will not flash. To correct this situation, locate and
connectthe Green/Orange wire to the propertach signal, and then repeat thetach learn
routine.
Diagnostics:
EnterBank 3 andturnon selectable feature #7 as described inthe feature selection and
setting section.
Exitthe featureselectionmode thenpress and holdthe pushbutton valet/programswitch
abd then turn the ignition switch to on position.
NOTE: Diagnosticmode is a temporarymode. Once you have accessedthe diagnostic
mode, the unit will pause for two seconds then begin to flash the last stored shut down
code. This code will be displayed three times in succession, then the unit will automati-
cally exit the diagnostic mode.
The parking lights will flash a number of times indicating the reason for the last remote
start shutdown. The light flash indications are as follows:
1 Flash Run timer expired
2 Flashes Low or no tach signal (RPM)
3 Flashes Positive or Negative inhibit wire activation
5 Flashes RF shutdown, Remote signal received, or manual start trigger wire reacti-
vated.
6 Flashes High tach signal (RPM)
7 Flashes Tach signal has not been learned

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Setting Up The System Programming Features:
Bank1 TransmitterChannels
Start with the system disarmed, turn the ignition switch to the on position then:
1) Press and release the push button valet/program switch 3 times.
SirenChirps once and or Lights flash one time indicating the transmitter program mode
successfully entered.
See Owners Manual for transmitter programming.
Turn the ignition switch off then on to access Bank 2 Keyless/Alarm feature selections.
1 short/1 long chirp when the key transitions off, followed by 1 short/1 long chirp when
the key is turned on indicates that you are in feature selection of bank 2.
Press the pushbutton switch:
1 time to access the first selection as shown below. Use the lock button of the transmit-
ter to change the feature selection or press the pushbutton to advance to the next select-
ablefeature.
Bank2
Feature 1 Chirp/Flash 2 Chirp/Flash 3 Chirp/Flash 4 Chirp/Flash 5 Chirp/Flash 6 Chirps/Flash Default
1stDoorLock/UL 1S/1S 3.5S/3.5S 1 S/Dbl 1S. Dbl 1/1S Dbl 1/Dbl 1 1S L/350mS ul 1S/1S.
2ndAccy Lock AutoLock On Auto Lock Off Auto Lock Off
3rdAccy. UL Auto UL On Auto ULOff Auto UL Off
4th Horn Chirp 10mS 16mS 30mS 40mS 50mS
16mS
5th Chp Del TX On Off Off
When finished setting the keyless/alarm selectable features, turn the ignition off then on
toadvance to Bank 3, Remote Start Selectable Features.
No reaction when the key transitions off and 2 long Chirp when the key transitions on.
Press the pushbutton switch one time to access the first selection as shown below. Use
the lock button of the transmitter to change the feature selection or press the pushbutton
toadvance to the next selectable feature.
Bank3
Feature 1Chirp/Flash 2 Chirp/Flash 3 Chirp/Flash 4 Chirp/Flash 5 Chirp/Flash 6 Chirps/Flash Default
1RF Start Chirp Off On On
2RunTime 5Min. 10Min. 15Min. 20 Min. 10 Min
3ParkLights OnSteady Flash Steady
4InputCheck Voltage Tach Tach
5VoltageLevel >0.5V B4Start < 0.5VB4Start > 0.5
6Ign.2Select OffWithCrank OnWithCrank SameAsAccy OnWithCrank
7Diagnostics Off On Off
8CrankTime 0.8Sec 1.0Sec 1.5Sec 2.0Sec 1.0
9Gas/Diesel Gas Diesel10 Diesel15 Diesel20 Gas
10Blk/Blue(AuxO/P) SinglePulse AsD/LPulse Single
11 Time Start 2 Hours 4Hours 4Hours

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COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION:
After you have confirmed the operation of the Audiovox Remote Start unit and tested all the
safety features of the system:
1. Mount the control module up and behind the dash securing it in place with cable ties or
screws. Be certain that the chosen mounting location will not inhibit any of the controls of the
vehicle.
2. Securely harness and tie all wiring up and away from all hot and moving parts that they may
come in contact with under the dash board or in the engine compartment areas.
CAUTION: Particularly avoid the area around the steering shaft and column, as wires can
wrap around these mechanisms and impair the safe operation of the vehicle.
3. Apply the Caution Labels supplied with this kit to a conspicuous area in the engine compart-
ment. Make sure to clean the surface before affixing the label.
4. Check the vehicle's wipers, lights, horn, etc.... to insure proper operation.
5. Replace all panels that were removed during installation, and retest the system.
6. Explain all activated features and safety systems associated with Remote Start Unit installed
to the customer.
7. Place the Remote Start / Valet Control Switch Tag on their respective switches and point
these out to the customer.

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