Audiovox Prestige Platinum APS-997C User manual

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Model APS-997C
Owners Guide
2 Way LCD Vehicle Security
& Remote Start System
PATENTED: www.voxxintl.com/company/patents
Rev b New Format 5/2013
Rev c New FCC Disclaimer 9/2016
Features and Options Pages 2-3
Arming Your System-Active Page 4
Protection While The System is Armed Page 5
Disarming The System Page 5
Intrusion Warning Signals Page 6
Valet Override, Programming & Safety Control Switch Page 7
Programming Custom Override Code Page 7
Eliminating the Normal Arm/Disarm Chirps Page 9
Remote Panic Operation Page 9
RF Sensor Selection Page 10
Pushbutton LED Receiver Safety Control Switch Page 11
Remote Starting The Vehicle Page 11
Automatic Start Timer Operation Page 12
Optional Device Channels Page 13
Turbo Timer Operation Page 14
Telematic Upgrade Page 14
Transceiver Screen Icons And Indications Page 15
Two Way Remote Features and Functions Page 18
24 Hour Timed Start Setup, Operation, and Use Page 21
Temperature Start Mode Operation Page 21
Two Way Remote Function Program Chart Page 21
Functions At A Glance Page 22
Programming New Or Replacement Transmitters Page 23

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IMPORTANT! In order to provide you with the highest level of security to your vehi-
cle, this system is equipped with selectable manual override circuitry. It is possible
that you will need to override you security system if the transmitter becomes lost
or inoperative due to battery failure. Reading the sections on "Manually Overriding
Your System" is necessary to fully understand the procedure required to enable your
vehicle in such situations. In addition, the chart on page 23 of this manual has a
section for the particular features and options installed in your vehicle as well as the
override method selected. Although the default mode is "Valet Switch" operation,
the system can be congured for "Custom Code" operation for enhanced security.
Conrm the override mode selected on page 23 of this manual and familiarize
yourself with the section on it's operation.
FEATURES:
 1 Two Way 5 Button Remote Control And 1 One Way 5 Button Remote Control
 Six Channel Code Learning Programmable Receiver
 External Superheterodyne Transceiver Antenna w/Pushbutton Switch & LED
 Single Or Two User Programmable W/Separate Control Outputs
 Single Button Lock/Unlock or Separate Button Lock/Unlock or Both
 Remote Keyless Entry With Optional Access Guard (must have power door
locks)
 Selectable Manual Override Mode
 New Enhanced Panic Feature (Any button other than unlock stops siren, no
change to the units state)
 Smart Disarm (If triggered, elect to shut off siren, or disarm entire unit )
 Adjustable Shock Sensor Via The Transmitter (Pre-Detect Off, Pre & Full Detect
Off, City Mode)
 Safe Start Output Controlled From Channel 3 (Option Channel 3 For Trunk, Or
For Remote Start)
24 Hour Time Start Mode
 Cold Temperature Start Mode
2 or 4 Hour Automatic Start Mode
Parking Meter Count Down Timer On LCD Remote
Additional Count Down Timer Mode
 Remote Panic In All Modes (Press & Hold Lock /Unlock Button For 3 Seconds
To Engage)
 Improved Custom Code Override, User Selectable and Programmable
 Protected Push Button Valet/Override Switch In Windshield Receiver
 7-Function LED-Arm / Disarm / Zone 1 / Zone 2 / Zone 3 / Valet / Arming
 Intrusion Alert With Memory
 Instant Siren Activation
 Starter Disable Output
 Additional Engine Immobilizer Output, (Optional Relay Required)
5 Button Remote Start Security System With
Plug-In Shock Sensor & Starter Disable

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 True Last Door Arming (Hardwire Only)
 Defective Zone By-Pass
 Defective Zone Chirp Conrmation (Unit Chirps To Report Zone Cleared)
 6 Tone Mini Siren
 Car Horn Output For Additional Alarm Response (Improved Timing To Minimize
RF Interference)
 Additional Negative Trigger Input (Hood and Trunk)
 RF Inhibit With Ignition On
 Parking Light Flasher (Relay On Board)
 Plug In Dual Stage Shock Sensor (Pre-detect, Full Trigger and “City Mode”)
 Audible Arm, Disarm, Defect, and Tamper Chirp Indications
 Headlight Control Output
 Illuminated Entry Control Output
 Active or Passive Arming Selectable
 Programmable Auto Lock On / Off
 Programmable Auto Unlock On / Off/Drivers Door/All Doors
 Programmable Door Lock Pulse Duration 1 Second / 3.5 Seconds/1 Sec L/
Dbl. U/L
 Programmable Active or Passive Door Locks
 User Programmable Permanent Chirp Delete
 On Command RF Chirp Delete from Transmitter Or Selectable Through Soft-
ware
Dome Delay Learn Circuitry
OPTIONS :
 Remote Trunk Release (must have electric trunk release)
 Remote Keyless Entry (must have power door locks)
 Multiple Vehicle Capable
 Remote Power Window Roll Up
 Remote Garage Door Interface
WARNING!Be certain that the vehicle is outdoors before using this or any remote
vehicle starting device. A running engine produces dangerous carbon
monoxide fumes which can be harmful or fatal if prolonged exposure
occurs. DO NOT remote start the vehicle if it is garaged.
YOUR “CODE HOPPING“ TRANSMITTERS
The transmitters included with your new security system use the most advanced and
secure form of radio frequency transmission available on any current automotive
security system. Some of today’s sophisticated auto thieves use a device known
as a code grabber, which will receive and store the signal from your keychain
transmitter and re-transmit at a later time to disarm your system.
Your Keeloq Code Hopping transmitters will change their signal every time the
button is pressed, so when a thief grabs then re-transmits your signal, the alarm
system will not respond.

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If your transmitter button is pressed more than fty times
while it is out of range of the vehicle (children playing with
your keys), the transmitter will not operate when you return
to the vehicle, and will need to be re-aligned to the receiver.
To do this, simply press button 1, (lock), two times within a
one second time period. The system will now respond to that
transmitter each time a button is pressed.
NOTE:This system is custom congurable and can be set up
to operate with a number of options controlled from any trans-
mitter button or button combination. For reference, we will
describe operation assuming that your system is programmed
for separate lock and unlock buttons. Also reference will be
made to the icons as shown on the buttons left.
NOTE: The LCD based remote will be explained in detail fur-
ther in this manual See "System Status" described later in this manual. Con-
sult your installation center if your system has been congured differently.
NOTE: Your system has the option of using a siren, the vehicle horn, or both for
the sounding device. Where the siren is referenced below, the horn or both
may in fact chirp, or beep.
ARMING THE SYSTEM - ACTIVE
1. Turn off the engine, exit the vehicle, and close all doors, hood lid and trunk lid.
2. Press and release Lock/Arm button on the keychain transmitter.
 The dash mounted LED begins to ash slowly.
 Parking Lights ash one time.
Siren sounds one chirp.
If the siren/horn sounds 3 chirps, then you have left a door, trunk, or hood
lid ajar. Simply close the opened entry point to provide full protection. If the
siren "chirped" three times, sometime after arming, the exclusive delayed
dome light learn circuit has been programmed and the system detected a
open entry point after the learned delay expired. Again, closing the hood,
trunk, or doors will correct the problem and you do not need to disarm
the system to make the correction. If the siren/horn did not sound when
arming, then the chirps have been turned off and you should refer to the
section titled "ELIMINATING THE ARM/DISARM CHIRPS" in this manual.
Doors Lock - Optional
NOTE: If the optional Headlamp illumination feature has been added, and has been
selected for operation when arming, as an added convenience, the system
will turn on the headlights when the system is armed.
SILENT ARMING - ACTIVE (Feature must be activated during programming)
During step 2 above, hold the transmitter button for 2 seconds then release. The
unit will arm without the chirps for this one lock cycle.
ARMING THE SYSTEM - PASSIVE (AUTOMATIC)
(Must be activated during programming)
1. Turn off the engine, exit the vehicle and close and lock all doors, hood lid and
trunk lid.

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 The dash mounted LED begins to ash rapidly, indicating 30 second passive
arming has begun.
2. Opening any protected entry point during the 30 second passive arming cycle
will immediately suspend automatic arming and the 30 second passive arming
cycle will restart when all doors are closed. At the end of the passive arming
cycle;
 The dash mounted LED begins to ash slowly.
 Parking Lights ash one time.
Siren sounds one chirp
If the siren did not sound when arming, then the chirps have been turned off and
you should refer to the section titled “ELIMINATING THE ARM / DISARM CHIRPS“
in this manual.
Doors Lock - Optional
Door locking during passive arming is a selectable feature. The alarm can be
programmed to allow the doors to lock only when arming using the keychain
transmitter and they will not automatically lock during passive arming.
PROTECTION WHILE THE SYSTEM IS ARMED
Opening any protected door, hood or trunk lid will cause the alarm to immediately
sound. The alarm will continue to sound for 30 seconds, then stop and continue
to monitor all protected entry points. If the thief left a door opened, the alarm will
sound for six 30 second cycles, remain armed and ignore that triggered zone.\
Whenever the system is armed, the dash mounted LED indicator will slowly
ash. This serves as a visual deterrent to the potential thief. The LED is a very
low current bulb and will not cause the vehicle’s battery to drain, even when left
unattended for extended periods.
 Whenever the system is triggered, the vehicle’s parking lights will ash for the
full 30 second alarm cycle, attracting visual attention to the vehicle.
Optional - Whenever the system is armed, the vehicle’s starting circuit will be
bypassed. If the thief should choose to ignore the siren, the vehicle can not be
started.
Any mild impact to the vehicle’s glass will cause the alarm to sound a short
series of warning tones.
Any strong impact to the vehicle’s glass will cause the alarm to trigger for the
full 30 second alarm cycle.
NOTE: If the optional interior illumination circuit was installed, the interior light will
ash as well for the full 30 second alarm cycle.
DISARMING THE SYSTEM
NOTE: If the optional 2 step door unlock circuit is installed, when the unlock
transmitter button is activated, the drivers door only will unlock, pressing the
unlock button a second time will cause all doors to unlock.
NOTE: If your transmitter has been congured with single button Lock/Unlock, to
activate the all door unlock feature operate the Lock/Unlock button a second
time within 3 seconds of the rst unlock command.

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1. As you approach the vehicle, press and release the Unlock/Disarm button on the
keychain transmitter.
The dash mounted LED turns off.
The LED will start ashing rapidly, indicating that the system is re-arming
automatically. Open any door to suspend the automatic arming.
 Parking Lights ash two times.
If the parking lights ashed three times, then the alarm was triggered in your
absence. Before turning the key on, examine the LED to identify which zone was
triggered.
Siren sounds two chirps.
If the siren sounds 4 chirps, then the alarm was triggered in your absence. Before
turning the key on, examine the LED and refer to the INTRUSION WARNING
SIGNALS section of this manual to identify which zone was triggered.
If the siren did not sound when disarming, then the chirps have been turned off
and you should refer to the section titled “ELIMINATING THE ARM / DISARM
CHIRPS“ in this manual.
Doors Unlock - Optional
2 Step Doors Unlock - Optional
NOTE: If the optional Headlamp illumination feature has been added and has
been selected for operation when disarming, as an added convenience, the
system will turn on the headlights when the system is disarmed.
SILENT DISARMING (Feature must be activated during programming)
During step 1 above, hold the transmitter button for 2 seconds then release. The
unit will arm without the chirps for this one lock cycle.
WHILE THE SYSTEM IS SOUNDING
If during a triggered state, you wish to shut off the siren without disarming your
security system, simply press and release any transmitter button other than the
Unlock/Disarm button. This action will turn off the siren yet leave the vehicle fully
armed and protected. This feature is particularly useful if you are aware of children
playing near your vehicle that may accidently trigger your security system. In this
case you can cancel the siren sounding without disarming your alarm.
INTRUSION WARNING SIGNALS
This system will inform you if an intrusion attempt has occurred while you were away
from the vehicle. If an intrusion attempt has occurred, the siren will chirp 4 times and
the parking lights will ash 3 times when disarming the system. Enter the vehicle
and observe the red dash mounted LED to identify which zone was triggered.
 If the LED is ashing one time...pause...one time...pause...etc., then an
intrusion attempt was made to the shock sensor, or an accessory triggering
device that may have been added to the system.
 If the LED is ashing two times...pause...two times...pause...etc., then an
intrusion attempt was made to a hood or trunk pin switch that was added
to the system or to a light activated entry point if the alarm was installed
using the voltage sensing feature.

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 If the LED is ashing three times...pause...three times...pause...etc., then
an intrusion attempt was made through one of the vehicle’s doors.
These intrusion warning indicators are stored in the system’s memory and will only
be erased when the ignition key is turned on.
PUSH-BUTTON LED RECEIVER VALET/OVERRIDE/SAFETY CONTROL
SWITCH
The Pushbutton LED switch located in the receiver allows you to temporarily by-
pass all alarm functions, eliminating the need to hand your transmitter to parking
attendants or garage mechanics. When the system is in valet mode, all alarm
functions are bypassed, however the remote panic feature and remote door locks
will remain operational. To use the valet mode, the system must rst be disarmed
either by using your keychain transmitter, or by activating your personalized manual
override code.
1. Enter the vehicle, and turn the ignition key to the on position.
2. Press and hold the Push-Button switch until the LED turns on solid. The system
will remain in the valet mode.
3. To return to normal operation, press and release the Push-Button switch any
time the ignition is on.
NOTE: Always remember to return the vehicle to the valet off position. This will
ensure that the vehicle remains protected at all times.
MANUALLY OVERRIDING YOUR SYSTEM:
USING THE RECEIVERS PUSHBUTTON OVERRIDE SWITCH
Your Security System can be disarmed without the use of the keychain transmit-
ter. This is necessary, since you will need the ability to operate your vehicle if the
transmitter is lost or its battery fails. If your system has been selected for Valet
Switch manual override as indicated on the last page of this manual, to bypass
the alarm system;
1. Open the vehicle door. The alarm will sound.
2. Turn the ignition key to the on position.
3. Within 5 seconds, press and release the push-button override switch.
The alarm system will stop sounding and enter the (bypassed) mode. You can
now start and operate the vehicle normally.
Typically this override mode is used only if the transmitter has become inoperative.
PROGRAMMING YOUR CUSTOM OVERRIDE CODE
Unlike override switches easily found, and defeated, this security system allows the
consumer to program a personal override code, offering a higher level of security.
To take advantage of this option, programmable feature # 10 must be selected for
the Custom Code Option. Consult your installation center for programming details.
The system comes from the factory with a pre-programmed override code of 11.
To change this default override code, do the following:
1. Disarm the system by use of the transmitter, or by use of the emergency override
sequence. Turn the ignition switch to the on position.
2. Within 10 seconds, press and release the Receivers push-button switch, 3
times.
3. Within 10 seconds turn the ignition switch off, on, off, on, off, on.
(The siren or horn will beep and the lights will ash one time.)

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4. Within 10 seconds, begin to enter your chosen 10ths digit by pressing and
releasing the Receivers push-button switch from 1 up to 9 times.
5. Within 10 seconds of the last entered 10ths digit, turn the ignition switch off then
on.
6. Within 10 seconds, begin to enter your chosen units digit by pressing and re-
leasing the Receivers push-button switch from 1 up to 9 times.
7. Finish by turning the ignition switch to the off position.
If the new code was accepted, the unit will report back the newly entered code, by
ashing the LED, rst indicating the 10ths digit, pause and then the units digit. The
unit will report the new code three times with a one second pause between each
code, then the system will begin arming. If the LED ash pattern reports the previ-
ously stored code, the new code was not entered correctly. Please repeat steps 1
through 7 above considering the following.
NOTE: Acceptable digits 10ths or units are 1 through 9. The unit will not recognize
a 0 (Zero), or no digit entered in any place, units or tenths.
NOTE: If 15 seconds of inactivity expire, or if the ignition switch is turned off for
more then 5 seconds during any of the above steps, the unit will revert back
to the last successfully stored code.
CUSTOM CODE PROGRAMMING EXAMPLE
To change the code from the factory pre-assigned code of 11 to “52” you would do
the following:
1. Disarm the system by use of the transmitter, or by use of the emergency override
sequence.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the on position.
3. Within 10 seconds, press and release the Receivers push-button switch, 3 times.
4. Within 10 seconds turn the ignition switch off, on, off, on, off, on.
(The siren or horn will beep and the lights will ash one time.)
5. Within 10 seconds, begin to press and release the Receivers push-button switch
to set the tenths digit. (As per the example, press and release 5 times to set the
tenths digit to 5)
6. Within 10 seconds of the last press of the pushbutton, turn the ignition switch
off then on.
7. Within 10 seconds, begin to press and release the Receivers Push-button switch
to set the units digit.
(As per the example, press and release 2 times to set the units digit to 2).
8. Turn the ignition switch to the off position. Immediately observe the LED ash
pattern.
You will note the LED ashing ve times, pause, and then ash two times, pause.
This pattern will be repeated three times indicating the new code (52) has been
accepted and stored in memory.
NOTE: If after step 7, the LED ashes a code other than what was just entered,
this indicates that the code has not been changed. You will have to
repeat steps 1 through 7 above being certain to note the following:
Acceptable digits 10ths or units are 1 through 9. The unit will not recognize a 0
(Zero), or no digit entered in any place, units or tenths.
NOTE: If 15 seconds of inactivity expire, or if the ignition switch is turned off for more
then 5 seconds during any of the above steps, the unit will revert back to the last
successfully stored code.

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MANUALLY OVERRIDING YOUR SYSTEM:
USING THE CUSTOM CODE OVERRIDE
Assuming the override code programmed has not been changed, and the default override
code of 11 is in the system's memory.
1) Enter the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to the on position.
NOTE: The siren will sound.
2) Within 5 seconds, press and release the Receivers push-button switch 1 time.
3) Within 5 seconds, turn the ignition switch off then on.
4) Within 5 seconds, press and release the Receivers push-button switch 1 time.
5) Turn the ignition switch off then on and start the vehicle.
NOTE: If you have changed the programmed override code then substitute your new
code tenths for step 2 above, and units for step 5 above.
ELIMINATING THE NORMAL ARM/DISARM CHIRPS
You can selectively eliminate the normal arm & disarm chirps by holding the trans-
mitter button slightly longer when arming or disarming. This will prevent the siren
chirps for one arm or disarm cycle. If you nd this inconvenient and wish to eliminate
these chirps permanently,
1. Turn the ignition switch 'on" then 'off".
2. Within 10 seconds of turning off the ignition, press and release the Receivers
push-button switch 3 times.
3. If the chirps were on before you started, the siren will emit 2 short chirps indicating
that the chirps are now off. If the chirps were off before you started, the siren
will emit one short chirp indicating that the chirps are now on.
NOTE: If the vehicle battery is disconnected then reconnected, the unit will re
turn to the default setting of chirps on. Repeat the above procedure to
eliminate the arm/disarm chirps.
NOTE: Your system must be programmed by the installation center to enable this
feature.
NOTE: Whenever the chirps are bypassed, the 4-chirp intrusion indicator and 3
chirp defective zone indicator will always operate. Since these are important
warnings to you that something has happened, they cannot be eliminated.
NOTE: Your system must be programmed by the installation center to enable this
feature.
REMOTE PANIC OPERATION
The Lock or Unlock button on your keychain transmitter also functions as a panic
switch for use in emergency situations. To use remote panic,
1. Press and hold the Lock or Unlock button on the keychain transmitter for 3 or
more seconds. The alarm will immediately sound.
2. To stop the alarm, press and hold the Lock or Unlock button on the transmitter
again for 3 seconds. If the button is not pressed, the alarm will automatically stop
after 30 seconds. Also if any transmitter button other than the Lock or Unlock
button is pressed and released, the Panic mode will be turned off immediately.
The normal function of this transmitter button will be suspended during the
Panic sounding period.
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unlock the doors, (if the option is installed), however once the unlock/disarm
button is pressed, the vehicle's starter inhibit device, (where installed) will be
disabled allowing the vehicle to start.
NOTE: While in the Panic mode, pressing and releasing the Lock or Unlock buttons
will, if the option is installed, lock and unlock the doors respectively. While in the
panic mode, anytime the Unlock button is pressed, the panic feature will continue
for the allotted 30 seconds, however, the security system will be disarmed allowing
the vehicle to start.
RF SHOCK SENSOR MODE SELECTION
The way in which your alarm system reacts to threatening vibrations, created by
attempts to enter the vehicle by breaking a window, is adjustable by the transmitter
immediately after arming. There are 4 modes of operation that can be selected
by the operator:
1. Normal Operation (default mode)
In this mode, any strong vibrations will cause the siren to sound (full
detect) for 30 seconds. Any lesser vibration will cause the siren to emit
about 6 short warn away chirps, (pre-detect).
2. Stage 1 (Omit pre-detect)
In this mode, the warn away chirps created by the lesser vibration will be
deleted. If strong vibration occurs, the siren will sound.
3. Stage 2 (Omit pre & full detect)
In this mode, both the pre-detect stage and the full trigger stage of the sensor
are defeated. The unit will not react to vibration of any magnitude.
NOTE: Shock Sensor Icon Is Displayed On The LCD Panel.
4. Stage 3 (City Mode)
In this mode, the pre-detect chirps will change from six pre-warning tones to
a full 10 seconds of warning chirps.
The full detect trigger duration will be reduced from 30 seconds to 15 seconds.
NOTE: Setting the stage of the shock sensor will be effective for one arming cycle
only. Once the system has been disarmed, the very next arming cycle will
cause the sensor to default to the normal operation stage.
To change or adjust the shock sensor, press and release the ARM button of you
keychain transmitter.
1. Within 2 seconds of arming, press and release the ARM button 1 time, to
defeat the pre-detect stage of the shock sensor. (The lights will ash and the
siren will chirp once.)
2. Within 2 seconds of step 1, press and release the ARM button 2 times, to
defeat the pre and full detect stages of the shock sensor. (The lights will
ash and the siren will chirp twice.)
3. Within 2 seconds of step 1, press and release the ARM button 3 times to
enter the "City Mode" of operation. (The lights will ash and the siren will
chirp three times.)
While under control of the remote start the system can be programmed to allow
you to shunt the shock sensor from the transmitter. If the system has been such