Autostart PD-2.7 User manual

AUTOMATIC / MANUAL TRANSMISSION
MULTI-CHANNEL REMOTE STARTER
DOC. 1.00 - 1W-AM-4B-SH-A-M - - September 8, 2007 - - MO - Assembled in Canada
PD-2.7
User Guide
WARNING
It is the responsibility of the vehicle operator to ensure their vehicle
is parked in a safe and responsible manner.
1. a) Manual transmission: When leaving the vehicle, it is the user’s
responsibility to ensure that the gearshift lever is in the NEUTRAL
position and the parking brake is engaged in order to avoid accidents
upon remote starting.
b) Automatic transmission:When leaving the vehicle, it is the user’s
responsibility to ensure that the gearshift lever is in “Park” in order to
avoid accidents upon remote starting.
(Note: Make sure that the automatic vehicle cannot start in "Drive".)
2. It is the user's responsibility to ensure that the remote starter is disabled
or put into valet mode before servicing.
INDUSTRY CANADA USER NOTICE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the
equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to
this equipment. Such modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................ 2
Using the Remote Control..................................... 3
Vehicle Presets....................................................... 3
Heater & Heated Seat......................................... 3
Windshield Wipers, Radio & Headlights ............. 3
Arming the Starter Kill........................................... 3
Remote-Starting Your Vehicle .............................. 4
Setting Your Vehicle Into Ready Mode............... 4
Remote-starting................................................... 4
Driving Off ........................................................... 4
Remote Starter Features ....................................... 5
Idle Mode............................................................. 5
Valet Mode .......................................................... 5
Ignition Valet ............................................. 5
Remote Valet Mode .................................. 6
Panic Mode ......................................................... 6
Quick LockoutTM .................................................. 6
Cold Weather Mode ............................................ 6
Advanced Features: Installation-
programmable Options ......................................... 7
Active or Passive Arming of the Starter Kill ........ 7
OEM alarm .......................................................... 7
Remote Door Locks ............................................ 7
Priority Door Access............................................ 7
Ignition-controlled Door Locks ............................ 7
Ignition Re-lock ................................................... 8
Secure Lock ........................................................ 8
Key Sense Option ............................................... 8
Remote Trunk Release ....................................... 8
The Starter Kill and the Anti-grind Feature ......... 8
Safe Start ............................................................ 8
Installer-programmable Valet Modes.................. 8
Valet Mode Using the Valet Switch........... 8
“Home ValetTM” Mode................................ 9
Turbo Mode......................................................... 9
Engine Run Time .............................................. 10
Flashing LED..................................................... 10
Horn Chirp Timing ............................................. 10
The AUX 1, AUX 2 and AUX 3 Outputs ........... 10
Multi-car Operation............................................ 10
Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting Range ...... 11
Introduction
This is a state-of-the-art remote car starter system. The system is packed with advanced features
such as priority access to the driver’s door (commodity features) and the Safe Start children safety
feature.
With many an advanced function, this product will satisfy any one your expectations from high-end
commodity and security systems, without neglecting any standard feature commonly offered by
entry-level starters.

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Using the Remote Control
Your Remote Car Starter is equipped with a 4-button multi-channel remote control. It can operate
two independent vehicles equipped with a Remote Car Starter (see Multi-Car Operation section,
later in this Guide, for second-car transmitter functions).
The functions of the transmitter are as follows:
N.B.: Pressing the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons simultaneously will activate the AUX 2 output.
Vehicle Presets
Heater & Heated Seat
When leaving the vehicle it is recommended to preset the accessory controls in preparation for the
next remote start. Settings for the blower motor (fan), front and rear, as well as heated seats (if
equipped) should not be left on HIGH. It is recommended to leave the settings on LOW or MEDIUM
instead.
Windshield Wipers, Radio & Headlights
Certain vehicles require the radio and / or windshield wiper and / or headlight circuits to become
energized while running under remote start. When leaving the vehicle you must ensure that the
windshield wiper and headlight switches are OFF. Leaving the headlight switch ON on certain types
of vehicles could cause them to remain ON even after remote starter shut down, resulting in a dead
battery.
Arming the Starter Kill
The Starter Kill (if installed) can be configured by the installer so as to arm automatically (Passive
Mode) or not to arm automatically (Active Mode).
•To disarm the Starter Kill, press the UNLOCK button on the transmitter.
The parking lights will flash twice.
If remote door locks are installed, this will also unlock the doors.
•To arm the Starter Kill, press the LOCK button on the transmitter.
The parking lights will flash once.
If remote door locks are installed, this will also lock the doors.
•In Passive Mode, the Starter Kill will automatically arm if the ignition key is not inserted
Into the ignition switch within 1 or 3 minutes after unlocking (the key sense feature
must be installed).

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Remote-Starting Your Vehicle
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, simply press the START button to remote start or
stop your vehicle. Skip the next steps on to “Remote-starting”.
Warning: If you vehicle has an automatic transmission and the parking lights flash 15 times after
pressing the START button, the parking brake is connected to ground. It is imperative that you see
your installer and have him disconnect the wire.
Setting Your Vehicle Into Ready Mode
If your vehicle has a manual transmission you must read the following indications. In order to
start the vehicle by remote, the unit must first be set to Ready Mode. If the unit is not set to Ready
Mode, it cannot remote start the vehicle.
Please note that Ready Mode can be enabled by the remote or the handbrake, depending on
the option that was selected by your installer. Therefore, you must follow the appropriate
procedure between the two described below in order to set your vehicle into Ready Mode.
Once the system is set to Ready Mode, the vehicle can be remote started and stopped at any time.
The system will exit Ready Mode if a door, the hood or the trunk is opened, if the brake pedal is
pressed, if the parking brake is disengaged or if the ignition key is turned to the IGNITION ON (RUN)
position.
To set the system to Ready Mode:
If Ready Mode is enabled by remote If Ready Mode is enabled by handbrake
1. Ensure that all the doors, hood and trunk are closed. Make sure that the gear selector is in the
neutral position.
2. With the engine already running, apply the
parking brake once and release the brake
pedal.
Make sure to release the brake pedal.
2. With the engine already running, apply the
parking brake twice and release the brake
pedal.
Make sure to release the brake pedal.
The parking lights will flash 3 times
quickly and remain lit.
Skip to step 4.
3. Within 20 sec. of engaging the parking
brake, press and hold LOCK, UNLOCK or
START/STOP on the transmitter.
The parking lights will flash 3 times
quickly and remain lit.
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4. Remove the key: the engine will continue running.
5. Exit the vehicle and close all doors, hood and trunk.
6. Press for approx. 1 second either:
a. LOCK to lock the doors and shut down the engine;
b. UNLOCK to unlock the doors and shut down the engine;
c. START/STOP to shut down the engine without affecting the doors.
Remote-starting
Press the START/ STOP button for approx. 1 second. The parking lights will come ON to inform you
that the Remote Car Starter has received your signal. Approximately 5 seconds later, the engine
will start. The parking lights will remain ON during the pre-programmed run time of the engine.
If the vehicle does not start at the first attempt, the system will shut down, wait a few seconds and
try to start the engine again. If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, there will
be 3 start attempts before the system gives up.
Driving Off
With the vehicle running under remote control, press the UNLOCK button to disarm and unlock the
doors. Enter the vehicle and do the following:

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•Turn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position. (Do not turn the key to the CRANK
position while the engine is running. This would cause the starter motor to re-engage.)
•Press the brake pedal to disengage the remote starter unit.
You are now ready to drive off.
Remote Starter Features
Idle Mode
Convenience feature: Idle Mode allows you to keep the engine running and the doors
locked while you stop, for example, at a convenience store or for a short delivery.
This feature allows you to let the remote starter take over control of the vehicle (i.e. no Key in the
Ignition Switch) while the engine is running. For example, if you stop for a delivery or at a conveni-
ence store, lock your vehicle and leave it running for the length of a run cycle while you are away.
To leave the vehicle in Idle Mode if your vehicle has an automatic transmission:
1. With the engine running, press the LOCK or UNLOCK button (to unlock the doors) or the
START/ STOP button on the remote control until the parking lights come on.
2. Remove the key and exit the vehicle. The engine will go on running.
3. Lock the doors if needed.
The engine will go on running until the user re-enters the vehicle or until the expiration of the
Engine Run Time.
If your vehicle has a manual transmission, Idle Mode can be activated through the same routine as
that used for Ready Mode; at the last step, the TRUNK button is pressed instead of the other
buttons:
1. Ensure that the doors are all closed and that the gearshift lever is in the NEUTRAL
position.
2. With the engine already running, apply the parking brake and release the brake pedal.
•Make sure to release the brake pedal.
3. Within 20 sec. push LOCK, UNLOCK or START/STOP on the transmitter.
•The parking lights will flash 3 times quickly and remain lit.
4. Remove the key: the engine will go on running.
5. Exit the vehicle and close the door.
6. Press the TRUNK button until the system is armed (the doors will be locked if remote
door lock is installed).
If the pre-programmed run-time expires or if the user shuts down the engine by remote control, the
vehicle will get in Ready Mode.
Caution!!! Do not leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle standing in Idle Mode.
Valet Mode
When your vehicle is in Valet Mode, the remote starter functionalities are disabled. If the vehicle
needs to be serviced, or if you park it indoors, the Valet Mode will prevent the engine from being
remote-started accidentally.
Ignition Valet
This feature will allow you to remotely put your system into Valet Mode by using the ignition key
instead of the Valet button as above. Ignition Valet can be used without a Valet button installed.

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To put the system i n t o Valet Mode:
•Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch. Within 10 sec.,
turn the key 5 times successively into the IGNITION ON / RUN and OFF positions.
•The parking lights will flash three times to indicate that the vehicle is now in Valet Mode.
The L.E.D. will come ON solid.
To take the system o u t o f Valet Mode:
•Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch. Within 10 sec.,
turn the key 5 times successively into the IGNITION ON / RUN and OFF positions.
•The parking lights will flash twice to indicate that the vehicle is now in Valet Mode.
The L.E.D. will go out.
Note: With the Ignition Valet activated, the remote starter will be disabled.
Remote Valet Mode
This feature will allow you to remotely put your system into Valet Mode by using the transmitter
instead of the Valet button as above.
Getting into Valet Mode
•Hold the UNLOCK and START/STOP buttons simultaneously for 3 second.
•The Parking Lights will flash 3 times.
The LED will remain on solid.
Getting out of Valet Mode
•Hold the UNLOCK and START/STOP buttons simultaneously for 3 second.
•The Parking Lights will flash 2 times.
The LED will turn off.
Panic Mode
Note: Panic Mode can only be activated if the horn has been adequately configured by your
installer.
In an emergency situation, you can activate Panic Mode using the LOCK or UNLOCK button. This will:
•shut down the engine,
•unlock the doors (with the UNLOCK button)
•or lock the doors (with the LOCK button),
•disarm the Starter Kill and
•activate the horn for 25 sec.
Note: See the description of the Starter Kill option later in this Guide.
To activate Panic Mode:
•Press and hold the UNLOCK button for approximately 3 sec. until the sound signal starts
and the parking lights flash: this will unlock the doors before the sound signal starts.
•Or press and hold the LOCK button for approximately 3 seconds until the sound signal
starts and the parking lights flash: this will lock the doors before the sound signal starts.
Panic Mode will automatically shut down after 25 sec.
Note: To stop Panic Mode before the end of its delay, press the LOCK or UNLOCK button until
the sound signal stops.
Quick LockoutTM
(Also called Secure Panic.) For fast protection in emergency situations, the system will LOCK all
doors when you press the brake pedal while you hear the sound signal. (Quick Lockout is
only available when Panic Mode has been set off.)
Cold Weather Mode
When Cold Weather Mode is active, the engine starts every 2 hours and runs for 3 minutes (or for
8 or 20 minutes with diesel engines). Cold Weather Mode automatically ends after 24 hours.

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To enter Cold Weather Mode:
•Press and hold the START/ STOP button for 3 seconds
... until the parking lights flash three times.
To exit Cold Weather Mode, do any one of the following actions:
•Open the hood.
•Start the engine by remote.
•Turn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position.
•Press and hold the START/ STOP button for 3 sec. (the parking lights will flash once).
If Safe Start is enabled, you can activate Cold Weather Mode by
•Press and hold the START/ STOP button for 3 seconds
... until the parking lights flash three times.
To verify whether the system is in Cold Weather Mode:
•Press and release the brake pedal:
If the vehicle is in Cold Weather Mode, the parking lights will stay on while the pedal is
pressed.
Advanced Features: Installation-programmable Options
The Remote Car Starter was designed with flexibility and OEM integration in mind. With its
programmable options, this unit can single-handedly control nearly any electrical system in your
vehicle.
Caution: The programming of your system should be left to a professional. Changing any
one of the settings may affect the operation of your Remote Car Starter.
Active or Passive Arming of the Starter Kill
The Starter Kill can be configured either to Passive Mode (so as to arm automatically) or Active
Mode (so as to require user intervention for arming). By default, your Remote Car Starter is
configured to Passive Mode. In Passive Mode, the Starter Kill will automatically arm 60 seconds
after the last door is closed. Starter Kill will not arm if a door is left open, or if you re-open a door
within the 60-second delay.
Important note: When the Remote Car Starter re-arms automatically, you can disarm the
Remote Car Starter by simply pressing the UNLOCK button.
OEM alarm
The factory alarm can be armed by pressing the LOCK button (active arming only). If a door or hood
is open or if the key is turned in the ignition, the horn will honk.
Remote Door Locks
If your Remote Car Starter was installed with the Remote Door Locks option, you will have the
convenience of remote keyless entry. See section Arming the Starter Kill, earlier in this Guide, for
further instructions on remote door locking and unlocking.
Priority Door Access
If the Remote Door Locks option is installed on your vehicle, this safety feature allows you unlock
solely the driver’s door with a single press of the UNLOCK button on the transmitter; upon a second
press of the UNLOCK button, all the other doors will unlock.
Ignition-controlled Door Locks
This is an added security feature. If your Remote Car Starter was installed with the Ignition-
Controlled Door Locks option, the doors will automatically be locked as soon as the ignition key is
turned to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position while the brakes are pressed. When the key is turned to the
OFF position, the doors will automatically be unlocked.

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Ignition Re-lock
On Remote Car Starters of this series, when Ignition-controlled Door Locks are enabled and the
ignition key is in the IGNITION ON (RUN) position, should any door be unlocked and opened, all doors
will be relocked next time the brake pedal is pressed.
Secure Lock
(Disabled by default.) Before it can remote-start your vehicle, the Remote Car Starter must first
disarm the factory security system. The Secure Lock feature may be required on certain vehicle
models with factory security systems that automatically unlock the doors when the security system
is disarmed.
To keep your vehicle protected when the factory security system is disarmed for a remote start,
Secure Lock will relock your doors as soon as the vehicle has started. Once the engine run cycle
ends, Secure Lock will rearm your factory security system.
Key Sense Option
If your system is installed with Key Sense, when in Passive Mode the Starter Kill will not rearm if
the ignition key is detected in the ignition switch. Likewise, Secure Lock will not lock nor rearm your
vehicle when the ignition key is detected in the ignition switch.
Remote Trunk Release
If your system was installed with the Remote Trunk Release option, you can open your trunk by
pressing the TRUNK button for 3 seconds on the remote transmitter. The OEM alarm will be
disarmed until the LOCK button is pressed.
The Starter Kill and the Anti-grind Feature
With this added security feature, the system will prevent your vehicle from starting with the ignition
key when the Starter Kill is armed. If your Remote Car Starter was installed with the Starter Kill
option, one will not be able to start your vehicle with the key unless the system has been unlocked
and disarmed first, or put into Valet Mode.
Note: If the Starter Kill is installed, your vehicle will benefit from a protection against starter
motor damage that could occur after remote-starting the engine should the user, by force of
habit, turn the ignition key to the CRANK position.
Safe Start
If this feature is enabled, the user must press the START/ STOP button 2 times within 3 seconds to
remote-start the vehicle. This will eliminate accidental remote starts, e.g. when children are playing
with the transmitter.
If Swap Start Mode is selected, to remote-start your vehicle press LOCK and UNLOCK
simultaneously. The AUX 2 output can be activated by pressing the START/ STOP button.
Installer-programmable Valet Modes
Valet Mode Using the Valet Switch
When your vehicle is in Valet Mode, the remote starter functionalities are disabled. If the vehicle
needs to be serviced, or if you park it indoors, the Valet Mode will prevent the engine from being
remote-started accidentally.
To put the system i n t o Valet Mode:
1. Turn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position.
2. Within 3 sec., press the valet button. The parking lights will flash 3 times.
3. Turn the ignition key to the IGNITION OFF position.
4. The L.E.D. will come ON solid indicating that the vehicle is now in valet mode.
To take the system o u t o f Valet Mode:
1. Turn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position.
2. Within 3 sec., press and release the valet button.

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3. The parking lights will flash twice and the L.E.D. will come OUT,indicating that the
vehicle is now out of valet mode.
Note: Once Valet Mode is activated, the remote starter and alarm functions will be disabled.
“Home ValetTM” Mode
If configured at installation, this feature will remotely set the vehicle to a no-remote-start mode: if
the vehicle is parked indoors there is no danger of it starting accidentally by remote control.
Note: Once the Home Valet Mode is activated, the vehicle will not start by remote but the
OEM alarm functions will still be enabled.
To take the system i n t o Home Valet Mode:
•Press the LOCK or UNLOCK button.
•Within 3 seconds, press the STOP button until the Parking Lights go out
To take the system o u t o f Home Valet Mode:
•Turn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position.
The system will warn you if someone attempts to start your vehicle while it stands in Home Valet
Mode. The parking lights will:
•Go ON then OFF; then
•Flash twice, pause; then
•Flash twice again.
Turbo Mode
If Turbo Mode is configured at installation, it will allow a turbocharger to idle down after the user
leaves the vehicle: the unit will take over the vehicle and keep it running for 60 seconds (or until it
is shut down by remote control), then shut down the engine.
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, proceed as follows to set the system to
Turbo Mode:
1. With the engine already running, press the LOCK button on the transmitter until the
parking lights come ON.
2. Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch. The engine will go on running.
3. Exit the vehicle and close the door.
Press the TRUNK button to lock the doors; the engine will shut down after
60 seconds of Turbo Mode.
If your vehicle has a manual transmission, follow all steps of the Ready Mode routine, to
activate Turbo Mode:
1. Ensure that all the doors are closed and that the shifter is in the Neutral position.
2. With the engine already running, apply the parking brake and release the brake pedal.
•Make sure to release the brake pedal.
3. Within 20 sec. press LOCK, UNLOCK or START/STOP on the transmitter.
•The parking lights will flash 3 times quickly and remain lit.
4. Remove the key: the engine will go on running.
5. Exit the vehicle and close the door.
6. Press and hold either:
a. LOCK to lock the doors and shut down the engine after 60 sec.;
b. UNLOCK to unlock the doors and shut down the engine after 60 sec.;
c. START/STOP to shut down the engine immediately, without affecting the doors
(this will by-pass Turbo Mode).
D. TRUNK TO SET THE VEHICLE INTO IDLE MODE

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Engine Run Time
If you have a gas engine, your Remote Car Starter can be programmed to run the engine for 3, 15,
or 25 minutes (15 minutes by default). If you have a diesel engine, the Remote Car Starter can be
programmed to run the engine for 8, 20, or 30 minutes (20 minutes default).
Flashing LED
The user may decide to turn on or off LED flashing at any moment. To do so, simultaneously press
the TRUNK and LOCK buttons on the transmitter:
•Flashing LED ON: the L.E.D. will flash under active arming to indicate that the Starter Kill is
active.
•Active Arming: the LED will flash normally.
•Passive Arming: the LED will flash quickly during the countdown preceding the
activation of the OEM alarm. Once the Remote Car Starter is armed, the LED will flash at a
slower rate.
•Starter Kill ON/Alarm OFF: the LED will keep flashing quickly twice until the OEM alarm is
armed. Once the OEM alarm is armed, it will flash at a slower rate.
•In Valet Mode: the LED will remain lit without flashing.
•Flashing LED OFF: the LED will not flash even when the Remote Car Starter is armed (either
under active or passive arming). Nevertheless, if the Remote Car Starter enters Valet Mode, the
LED will still remain lit without flashing as long as the ignition is off.
Horn Chirp Timing
The pulse duration can be configured by your installer (from 5 ms to 200 ms).
The AUX 1, AUX 2 and AUX 3 Outputs
Your module is delivered with three configurable auxiliary outputs allowing the user to remotely
control several features such as horn confirmation upon the first or second LOCK, priority door
access, remote trunk release, headlight illumination, dome-light control, power-window / sun-roof
closure…
It should be noted that the AUX 1 output is activated upon the second press of the UNLOCK button,
while AUX 2 is activated by simultaneously pressing the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons.
Multi-car Operation
This option allows the owner of two vehicles, both equipped with the same Remote Car Starter
model, to control both systems with a single remote control. To control the second vehicle,
simultaneously press the TRUNK button and the button of the function you wish to use.
Note: Your remote control must be configured for second car operation by the installer.
•Press TRUNK + LOCK button simultaneously: ....LOCK
•Press TRUNK + UNLOCK: .....................................UNLOCK
•Press TRUNK + START/ STOP:...............................START or STOP
•Press TRUNK + START/ STOP for 3 sec:................Cold Weather Mode
Starting the vehicle in S a f e S t a r t Mode:
oPress TRUNK + START/STOP , within 3 seconds press TRUNK + START/STOP again
Stopping the vehicle in S a f e S t a r t Mode:
oPress TRUNK + START/STOP once.

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Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting Range
Many factors may affect the operating range of the transmitter. Some of these are:
•The condition of the battery in the transmitter.
•The operating environment (for example: downtown radio-frequency noise, airports, cellular
phone towers…)
•Metal: any type of metal will affect operating range. This includes the metal in the car.
•The shape of the vehicle can affect range as well; vans in general have an especially poor
range.
•The shape of the roof and A-pillars brings about considerable radio-frequency deflection (in
this case the signal from the remote control). As a result, the direction in which the vehicle is
facing in relation to the remote control can affect the range. Straight on – standing in front of
the vehicle – generally gives you the greatest range; the second best performance is from the
back. Using the remote control from either side of the vehicle will usually give the lowest
range.
•The range will be significantly lower in a crowded parking lot than in open space.
•Always hold the transmitter high, approximately at shoulder height. Holding the transmitter
against your chin will also increase your range: your head acts as an antenna.
•The operating range will be somewhat lower on vehicles equipped with an aftermarket or
factory alarm.