Avital Hurricane 2 User manual

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Standard Features
þLifetime Warranty —Avital guarantees the operation of the control unit
and remote controls for as long as you own your car (see the enclosed
warranty card for details).
þTwo AviGlo™ 3-Button/6-Channel Remote Controls — These
remote controls allow you to command your system from up to 100 feet
away from your vehicle. Once exposed to light, the AviGlo remote
control buttons will glow, making the buttons visible in the dark.
þZone2
™ Impact Sensor —Provides precise detection of
intrusion-related vibrations and impacts. Less threatening vibrations or
impacts will audibly alert a would-be thief by issuing a series of
warn-away siren chirps. More serious intrusions will trigger the alarm.
þAutomatic Starter Disable—For the ultimate in security, the system
will disable the vehicle starter whenever the system is armed.
þLED System Status Indicator—A super bright red light indicates
alarm status and identifies any entry-point violations.
þHigh-Powered Siren—Loud, attention-getting siren to alert of an
intrusion attempt.
þValet Switch—The valet switch allows you to control all of the
system's programmable features.
þUser-Friendly Programming— With a few flicks of the valet switch,
you can easily customize several features of your alarm system to fit
your lifestyle.
þRemote-Controlled Door Lock/Unlock Capability * —Allows you to
lock and unlock your doors without using your key (may require
optional relays).
þUser-Programmable Ignition-Controlled Door Lock/Unlock —
Automatically locks your vehicle’s doors when you turn the ignition on
and unlocks them when you turn the ignition off.
*If your system is installed with this door lock/unlock feature, all other door lock/unlock
related features will apply.
þRemote Panic with Safety Locks™ —In a threatening situation, you
can activate the siren, flash the parking lights and unlock the doors for
immediate entry into your vehicle.2
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Standard Features
þLifetime Warranty —Avital guarantees the operation of the control unit
and remote controls for as long as you own your car (see the enclosed
warranty card for details).
þTwo AviGlo™ 3-Button/6-Channel Remote Controls — These
remote controls allow you to command your system from up to 100 feet
away from your vehicle. Once exposed to light, the AviGlo remote
control buttons will glow, making the buttons visible in the dark.
þZone2
™ Impact Sensor —Provides precise detection of
intrusion-related vibrations and impacts. Less threatening vibrations or
impacts will audibly alert a would-be thief by issuing a series of
warn-away siren chirps. More serious intrusions will trigger the alarm.
þAutomatic Starter Disable—For the ultimate in security, the system
will disable the vehicle starter whenever the system is armed.
þLED System Status Indicator—A super bright red light indicates
alarm status and identifies any entry-point violations.
þHigh-Powered Siren—Loud, attention-getting siren to alert of an
intrusion attempt.
þValet Switch—The valet switch allows you to control all of the
system's programmable features.
þUser-Friendly Programming— With a few flicks of the valet switch,
you can easily customize several features of your alarm system to fit
your lifestyle.
þRemote-Controlled Door Lock/Unlock Capability * —Allows you to
lock and unlock your doors without using your key (may require
optional relays).
þUser-Programmable Ignition-Controlled Door Lock/Unlock —
Automatically locks your vehicle’s doors when you turn the ignition on
and unlocks them when you turn the ignition off.
*If your system is installed with this door lock/unlock feature, all other door lock/unlock
related features will apply.
þRemote Panic with Safety Locks™ —In a threatening situation, you
can activate the siren, flash the parking lights and unlock the doors for
immediate entry into your vehicle.

þRemote-Controlled Silent Arm/Disarm—At any time, you can press
a button on your remote control to silently arm or disarm your system.
þUser-Programmable Long-Term Silent Arm/Disarm—This feature
allows you to completely disable the arm/disarm siren chirps until you
decide to restore them.
þProtected Valet Mode—Disables all alarm functions while your
vehicle is serviced by mechanics, car wash personnel or driven by valet
attendants.
þKeyless Entry in Valet—Allows you to control your door locks and
activate optional accessories while in Protected Valet Mode.
þInterior Light Illumination—When remotely disarmed, the alarm
system turns on the interior lights for 30 seconds or until the ignition key
is turned on.
þVisual Confirmations—Your vehicle’s parking lights will flash to
confirm remote arming, disarming and alarm activation.
þUser-Programmable Active/Passive Arming—The alarm system
can be programmed to arm with the remote control (active arming) or
arm itself automatically (passive arming).
þUser-Programmable Passive Door Lock—Allows you to program
the system to automatically lock the doors every time the alarm passively
arms.
þVisual Passive Arming Indication —The LED will flash rapidly to
indicate the alarm system is in a 30 second arming delay.
þUser-Programmable Passive Armed Confirmation —After the 30
second arming delay, the system will audibly and visually confirm that it
passively armed.
þAutomatic System Check—Automatically tests all triggers and
sensors every time you remotely arm your system.
þPrevious Intrusion Alert —Audibly warns you if the alarm was
triggered while you were away.
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þSpecific Zone Intrusion Identification—The LED identifies which
zone was triggered in your absence.
þAutomatic Malfunction Override—Automatically bypasses a
malfunctioning trigger or sensor, but monitors all other points to
continue protecting your vehicle.
þMulti-Zone Protection—Offers full entry-point security with separate
trigger connections for the doors, hood and trunk (may require optional
switches).
þOne-Step Remote Control Code Learning—You can easily add up
to four Avital remote controls to your system.
þInstant Remote Control Code Deletion —Removes the code of a
lost or stolen remote so it can no longer control your system.
þMulti-Car Control —You can program your remote to control up to 6
vehicles equipped with Avital systems.
þAlarm State Memory—Automatically returns your system to its last
state if the battery is removed and later reconnected.
þTwo Remote-Controlled Accessory Outputs—Allows you to add
multiple remote-controlled optional accessories such as a remote engine
starter, window roll-up, trunk release, fuel filler door release or garage
door opener.
þElectronic Scan Prevention (ESP) —ESP blocks electronic scanner
codes to prevent unauthorized operation of your system.
þ$2,000 Theft Protection Guarantee —We will reimburse up to
$2,000 of your insurance deductible if your vehicle is stolen and not
recovered (see the enclosed guarantee card for details).
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Operating Instructions
nRemote Control —Each of the pair of remote controls is a miniature
radio transmitter powered by a +12 volt battery with a typical range of up
to 100 feet. Obstructions, radio interference, cellular transmissions or a
weak remote control battery may reduce the range or interrupt
transmission. (If the system does not immediately respond, release and
press the button again. This works better than holding the button down.)
The second remote can be used by a second driver, or kept as a spare.
Additional remote controls or batteries can be purchased from any
authorized Avital Dealer, or by calling Avital Technologies toll-free at
1-800-253-0334 (within the U.S.) or 1-847-215-2233.
nTo Arm The System —Your alarm system can be programmed for
active or passive arming. Active arming means the system can only be
armed with the remote control. Passive arming means the system will
automatically arm itself. See the "Programming Table for system
Features" on page 9.
nActive Arming. Press remote button #1 for 1-2 seconds. The siren
will chirp twice, the parking lights will flash twice, the doors will
lock, the LED will flash slowly and the starter will be disabled.
nPassive Arming . Turn the ignition key off, exit the vehicle and close
the doors. 30 seconds after the interior light turns off the siren will
chirp twice, the parking lights will flash twice, the LED will flash
slowly and the starter will be disabled (at any time during passive
arming, the system can be actively armed).
nTo Disarm the System —Press remote button #1 for 1-2 seconds.
The siren will chirp once, the parking lights will flash once, the doors
will unlock, the interior lights will turn on, the LED will turn off and the
starter will be enabled.
nRemote-Controlled Silent Arm/Disarm —Press remote button #3
for 1-2 seconds.
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nSilent Arm Indications. The parking lights will flash twice, the
doors will lock, the starter will be disabled and the LED will flash
slowly.
nSilent Disarm Indications. The parking lights will flash once,
the doors will unlock, the starter will be enabled and the LED will
turn off.
nInterior Light Illumination —When the alarm system is remotely
disarmed, the vehicle's interior light(s) will turn on for 30 seconds or
until the ignition key is turned on.
nTo Activate Optional Accessories —Press remote button #2 for
1-2 seconds to activate an optional accessory. To activate an additional
optional accessory, press remote buttons 1 & 2 simultaneously for 1-2
seconds.
nValet Switch —The valet switch is a small hidden toggle switch which
can only be controlled with the use of your ignition key. This switch
allows you to program many features of the alarm system. In the event of
a lost or stolen remote control, you can activate the Protected Valet Mode
to bypass (shut off) the alarm functions.
BE SURE TO ASK YOUR DEALER TO SHOW YOU WHERE THE VALET
SWITCH IS LOCATED.
nProtected Valet Mode —You can place your system in Protected
Valet Mode when your car is being serviced by mechanics, car wash
personnel or driven by valet attendants, and still maintain possession of
your remote control(s). While in Protected Valet Mode, all alarm
functions are bypassed to prevent undesired or accidental arming.
nTo Turn on Protected Valet Mode
1.Turn your ignition key to the "ON" position or start the vehicle.
2.Flick the valet switch to the "ON" position.
3. The LED will turn on solid red to indicate the system is in
Protected Valet Mode.
4.Turn your ignition key to the "OFF" position.
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nTo turn off Protected Valet Mode
1.Turn your ignition key to the "ON" position or start the vehicle.
2.Flick the valet switch to the "OFF" position.
3. The LED will turn off to indicate the system is no longer in
Protected Valet Mode.
4.Turn your ignition key to the "OFF" position.
nKeyless Entry in Valet —While the system is in Protected Valet
Mode, you can still use your remote control to lock and unlock the doors
as well as activate any optional accessories such as trunk release or a
remote engine starter.
nUser-Programmable Passive Door Lock —The system will not
automatically lock the doors when the system passively arms to prevent
the keys and remote from accidentally being locked in the vehicle. If you
prefer, you can easily program the system to automatically lock the doors
every time the system passively arms. See the "Programming Table for
system Features" on page 9.
nUser-Programmable Ignition-Controlled Door Lock/Unlock n
—For the ultimate in security and convenience, the system will
automatically lock the doors when the ignition key is turned on or when
the vehicle is started and the doors will unlock when the ignition is
turned off. This feature can be programmed on or off. See the
“Programming Table for system Features” on page 9.
nRemote Panic with Safety Locks™ —Press and hold button #1
for 3-4 seconds. The siren will sound continually and the parking lights
will flash on and off. If the ignition key is off, the doors will unlock. If
the ignition key is on, the doors will lock. To deactivate, press button #1
for 1-2 seconds.
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nLED System Status Indicator —The LED on your vehicle’s
dashboard or center console will inform you of the system status.
LEDStatus
OffSystem is disarmed
On solidIn Protected Valet Mode
Slow flashSystem is armed
Flashing in cyclesSee "Specific Intrusion Identification" (page 7)
Rapid flashPassive Arming
nPrevious Intrusion Alert —If the vehicle had been tampered with
and the system has been triggered, the siren will chirp 3 times upon
remote disarm instead of the usual 1 chirp.
nSpecific Zone Intrusion Identification —If the system had been
triggered in your absence, the siren will chirp 3 times upon remote
disarm (Previous Intrusion Alert). When you enter the vehicle and turn
on the ignition, the LED will flash in cycles to specifically identify which
zone triggered the system.
LED Zone
One Flash...One Flash...Impact sensor
Two Flash...Two Flash...Hood/Trunk trigger
Three Flash...Three Flash...Door trigger
nAutomatic Malfunction Override —In the event of a zone fault,
the system, when remotely armed, will alert you by a series of chirps and
parking light flashes.
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nHow to Interpret the Chirps and Parking Light Flashes 
When you press the remote control buttons, the system will respond with
chirps (unless you have the chirp muting feature turned on or the system
is in Valet Mode) and flashes of the parking lights to indicate the system
status. An explanation of these chirp/flash acknowledgments follows:
Number of chirps and flashes Explanation
1Disarming of the system
2Arming of the system
2 and then 4 Armed and there is a sensor malfunction (automatically bypassed)
3Disarmed and there was an intrusion attempt
4Armed and there is a trigger malfunction (automatically bypassed)
nInstant Remote Control Code Deletion —In the event of a lost
or stolen remote control, all remote controls can be erased from the
system's memory to prevent unauthorized system operation. See the
"Programming Table for Remote Controls" on pages 10 and 11.
nOne-Step Remote Control Code Learning —The system can be
programmed to accept as many as four separate remote controls. See the
"Programming Table for Remote Controls" on pages 10 and 11.
nAlarm State Memory —If your vehicle's battery is disconnected and
later reconnected, the system will automatically return to its last state
prior to disconnection, whether it was armed, disarmed or in Protected
Valet Mode. For example, if a mechanic disconnects the battery while
the system is disarmed or in Protected Valet Mode, he won’t trigger the
system when he reconnects the battery. If a thief interrrupts power while
the system is armed, and reconnects it, the system will instantly sound,
the parking lights will flash and the starter will be disabled.
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Programming Alarm System Features
All programmable alarm features are accomplished by turning the ignition
key on (or starting the vehicle) and flicking the valet switch on and off a
preset number of times.
1. Remove the alarm from Protected Valet Mode. Programming cannot be
accessed while the alarm is in Protected Valet Mode, indicated by the
LED on solid red.
2.Select the feature you wish to program from the "Programming Table for
Alarm Features."Note the number of chirps.
3.Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position.
4.Within 10 seconds, begin flicking the valet switch on and off. The siren
will chirp one time each time you flick the switch on, then off.
5. Continue flicking the switch on and off until you reach the number of
chirps associated with your chosen feature.
NOTE: Stop on the chirp.
6.After a 3 second pause, you will hear 1 or 2 chirps to confirm that you
have changed the setting of that feature.
7.Turn the ignition key off.
8.Repeat steps 1-7 for any other feature you wish to program.
Programming Table for Alarm Features
FeatureFactory
Setting# of ChirpsSecondary Action
Active/Passive
Arming Passive4Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for Active or twice for Passive.
Passive Door Lock OFF 5Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for OFF or
twice for ON.
Passive Arming
Chirp/Light Flash
ConfirmationON7Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for OFF or
twice for ON.
Long-Term Silent
Arm/DisarmON8Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for OFF or twice for ON.
Ignition-Controlled
Lock/Unlock ON9Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for OFF or twice for ON.
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Programming Alarm System Features
All programmable alarm features are accomplished by turning the ignition
key on (or starting the vehicle) and flicking the valet switch on and off a
preset number of times.
1. Remove the alarm from Protected Valet Mode. Programming cannot be
accessed while the alarm is in Protected Valet Mode, indicated by the
LED on solid red.
2.Select the feature you wish to program from the "Programming Table for
Alarm Features."Note the number of chirps.
3.Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position.
4.Within 10 seconds, begin flicking the valet switch on and off. The siren
will chirp one time each time you flick the switch on, then off.
5. Continue flicking the switch on and off until you reach the number of
chirps associated with your chosen feature.
NOTE: Stop on the chirp.
6.After a 3 second pause, you will hear 1 or 2 chirps to confirm that you
have changed the setting of that feature.
7.Turn the ignition key off.
8.Repeat steps 1-7 for any other feature you wish to program.
Programming Table for Alarm Features
FeatureFactory
Setting# of ChirpsSecondary Action
Active/Passive
Arming Passive4Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for Active or twice for Passive.
Passive Door Lock OFF 5Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for OFF or
twice for ON.
Passive Arming
Chirp/Light Flash
ConfirmationON7Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for OFF or
twice for ON.
Long-Term Silent
Arm/DisarmON8Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for OFF or twice for ON.
Ignition-Controlled
Lock/Unlock ON9Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for OFF or twice for ON.

Programming Your Remote Controls
The system allows the user to add new remote controls in one step, delete
lost or stolen remote controls or rearrange the factory preset remote control
configuration.
All remote control programming features are accomplished by turning the
ignition key on (or starting the vehicle) and flicking the valet switch on and
off a preset number of times.
1. Remove the system from Protected Valet Mode. Programming cannot be
accessed while the system is in Protected Valet Mode, indicated by the
system LED on solid red.
2.Select the feature you wish to program from the "Programming Table for
Remote Controls." Note the number of chirps.
3.Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position.
4.Within 10 seconds, begin flicking the valet switch on and off. The siren
will chirp one time each time you flick the switch on, then off.
5. Continue flicking the valet switch on and off until you reach the number
of chirps associated with your chosen feature.
NOTE: Stop on the chirp.
6.Follow the "Secondary Action."
7.Turn the ignition key off.
8.Repeat steps 1-7 for any other feature you wish to program.
Programming Table for Remote Controls
FeatureFactory
Setting# of ChirpsSecondary Action
Arm/Disarm/Remote
PanicChannel 1
Button 112 Press any remote control button you choose to operate
this feature. Siren will chirp once for confirmation.
Accessory (-) Output Channel 2
Button 213 Press any remote control button you choose to operate
this feature. Siren will chirp twice for confirmation.
Silent Arm/DisarmChannel 3
Button 314 Press any remote control button you choose to operate
this feature. Siren will chirp 3 times for confirmation.
Accessory (-) Output Channel 4
Buttons 1 & 215 Press any remote control button you choose to operate
this feature. Siren will chirp 4 times for confirmation.
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Feature Factory
Setting # of ChirpsSecondary Action
One-Step Code
Learning —16 Press button #1. The siren will chirp 4 times. Remote control will operate at factory preset order.
Instant Code
Deletion17 Wait 3 seconds. The siren will chirp twice. All remote controls are erased from memory.
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*Copyright 1998 Avital Technologies, Inc. 31-1251/98