Avital MAXX3 User manual

[OWNER’S GUIDE]
®
[AUTO SECURITY SYSTEM ]
MODEL
MAXX3

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Table of Contents
Consumer Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
What Is Included. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Important Information. . . . . . . . . . 5
Your Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 7
Remote Control Battery Replacement . 7
System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Stealth Coding Technology . . . . . . 8
Electronic Scan Prevention (ESP) . . 8
Interior Light Illumination . . . . . . 8
Passive Immobilisation. . . . . . . . . 9
Valet Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Keyless Entry in Valet Mode. . . . . . 9
Ultrasonic Sensors. . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Instant Remote Control Code Deletion 10
One-Step Remote Control
Code Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Alarm State Memory . . . . . . . . . . 10
Transmitter Functions . . . . . . . . . . 11
Accessory Outputs and
Button Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . 11
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Active Arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Passive Arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Disarming the System
(if alarm is not sounding). . . . . . . 12
Disarming the System
(if alarm is sounding) . . . . . . . . . 13
Silent Arm/Disarm. . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Remote Panic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Two-Stage Unlock Capability . . . . . 14
Sensor Bypass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Protected Valet Mode . . . . . . . . . . 15
How to Change Your PIN Code . . . . . 17
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
LED System Status Indicator . . . . . 19
Previous Intrusion Alert . . . . . . . . 19
Specific Zone Intrusion Identification . 19
Automatic Malfunction Override . . . 20
Interpreting Chirps and Flashes . . . 20
User-Programmable Features. . . . . . 21
Passive Arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Passive Arming With Door Lock . . . 21
Auto-Rearm and Lock. . . . . . . . . . 22
Ignition-Controlled Door Lock/Unlock. 22
Long-Term Silent Arm/Disarm . . . . 23
Door Ajar Indication . . . . . . . . . . 23
Dual-Sensor Trigger Mode . . . . . . . 23
How to Set the User-Programmable
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Programming Table
for System Features . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Programming Table
for Remote Controls. . . . . . . . . . . 27
Security & Convenience Expansions . 28
Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Quick Reference Guide. . . . . . . . . . 31
Health Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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Consumer Warranty
For a period of five calendar years from the date of purchase of this vehicle security
device, Directed Electronics, Inc. promises to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER to repair or
replace (with a comparable reconditioned model), free of cost, the alarm control unit
if proved to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use, SO LONG AS
THE SYSTEM WAS SOLD, INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY AN AUTHORISED AVITAL
INSTALLER, AND REMAINS IN THE CAR IN WHICH THE SYSTEM WAS ORIGINALLY
INSTALLED. All other system parts are covered under the same warranty agreement for
a period of one year. If warranty service is necessary you must have a clear copy of
your sales receipt containing all of the information required.
This warranty contains the entire agreement relating to warranty and supersedes all
previous and contemporaneous representations or understandings, whether written or
oral. IN ANY EVENT, DEI IS NOT LIABLE FOR THE THEFT OF THE VEHICLE AND/OR ITS
CONTENTS.
This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident, unreasonable use,
neglect, improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or
construction. This warranty is nontransferable and does not apply to any unit that
has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose and does not
cover batteries. The unit in question must be returned to the manufacturer, postage
prepaid. This warranty does not cover labour costs for the removal, diagnosis, trou-
bleshooting or reinstallation of the unit. For service on an out-of-warranty product a
flat rate fee by model is charged. Contact your authorised dealer to obtain the serv-
ice charge for your unit.
These systems are a deterrent against possible theft. Directed Electronics, Inc. is not
offering a guarantee or insuring against the theft of the vehicle or its contents and
disclaims any liability for the theft of the vehicle and/or its contents. Directed
Electronics does not authorise any person to create for it any other obligation or lia-
bility in connection with this security system.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUD-
ED BY THE MANUFACTURER AND EACH ENTITY PARTICIPATING IN THE STREAM OF COM-
MERCE THEREWITH. THIS EXCLUSION INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO THE EXCLU-
SION OF ANY AND ALL WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR ANY AND ALL WAR-
RANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR ANY AND ALL WARRANTY OF
NON-INFRINGEMENT OF PATENTS, IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND/OR
ABROAD. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR ANY ENTITIES CONNECTED THEREWITH

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SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, TOWING,
REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF EARNINGS, COMMERCIAL
LOSS, LOSS OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND THE LIKE. NOTWITHSTANDING THE
ABOVE, MANUFACTURER DOES OFFER A LIMITED WARRANTY TO REPLACE OR REPAIR
THE CONTROL MODULE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights. Your statutory rights are not affected.

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What Is Included
■One Avital Maxx3 Control Unit
■One Valet Switch
■One Status LED
■One 4-Button/10-Channel Remote Control
■One 2-Button/3-Channel Remote Control
■Two Ultrasonic Sensors
■One Battery Back-up Siren
■One Certificate of Installation
■Two Avital Window Decals
Important Information
Congratulations on your purchase of the Thatcham Evaluated Avital
Maxx3, our top of the range, vehicle security/convenience system.
To fully benefit from the capabilities of your system, we encourage
you to read the Owner’s Guide thoroughly. If you have any prob-
lems or questions, consult the dealer you purchased the system
from. To locate an authorised Avital dealer in your area, call our
UK office using the number noted in the back of this guide.

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It is necessary to retain your proof of purchase, which reflects that
the product was installed by an authorised dealer. For full details
regarding your warranty coverage, please refer to the Consumer
Warranty section of this guide.
Included with your system: one AviGlo 4-button/10-channel
remote and one AviGlo 2-button/3-channel remote. Once exposed
to light, the AviGlo remote control buttons will glow, making them
visible in the dark.
The remote control is a miniature transmitter powered by a small
(+) 3 volt lithium battery. Obstructions, electrical or radio inter-
ference, weather conditions, window tint, or a discharged battery
can reduce range. Your transmitter is the key to your system and
can be used to arm and disarm your alarm, lock and unlock your
doors, open your boot, and control optional accessories such as a
remote engine starter*, window roll-up, and garage door opener.
Your system can accept up to four AviGlo remote controls.
Additional remote controls and remote control batteries can be
purchased from any authorised Avital dealer or by calling the UK
office (freephone number noted in the back of the guide).
* This accessory is not evaluated by Thatcham.
Remote Controls
Your Warranty

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The Maxx3system requires no maintenance except for remote con-
trol battery replacement when they reach the end of their useful
life. When the battery weakens, operating range will be reduced
and the LED will dim. To replace your remote control battery use
the following procedure.
To replace the battery in your AviGlo remote control, follow the
instructions below.
1. Carefully pry apart the two halves of the remote control with
a small flat-bladed screwdriver. The bottom right-hand corner
of the remote casing has a small indent to allow the screw-
driver access.
2. The lithium battery is the round silver disc, about the size of
a five pence piece. Remove the old battery from the metal
clip. You should note that the (+) side of the battery should
face up and the (-) side should face the circuit board. Slide
the new replacement battery into the metal clip.
3. Re-align the two halves of the enclosure and snap together.
Remote Control Battery Replacement
System Maintenance

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System Features
Stealth Coding technology offers the most advanced protection
available against code-grabbing devices which thieves may use to
record the digital code transmitted by your remote control. When
you leave the area, thieves can then play back the code to unlock
the doors and de-activate your system. Avital’s remote controls
with Stealth Coding randomly change the code every time you use
them, and your system will not respond if any code is re-transmit-
ted. This technology makes code-grabbing devices useless.
Your system includes Electronic Scan Prevention (ESP), which
blocks electronic scanner codes preventing unauthorised operation
of your system. A thief could use an electronic “scanner” to con-
tinuously scan through thousands of different transmitter codes in
an attempt to find one that will disarm your system. Your Maxx3
system uses ESP technology to render this type of attack useless.
When the alarm system is remotely disarmed, the vehicle interior
light(s) will turn on for 30 seconds or until the ignition key is
turned on.
Interior Light Illumination
Electronic Scan Prevention (ESP)
Stealth Coding Technology

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The built-in Dual Circuit Immobiliser will passively arm (indicated by
a slow LED flash), 30 seconds after the ignition is turned off. (This
feature is a Thatcham and EC requirement and, therefore, is not
user-programmable.) To disarm the Immobiliser when it has
Passively Immobilised, use the remote control to arm and then dis-
arm the system, or turn the ignition on and press the button.
The Valet switch is a small push-button switch that allows you to
control all of the system’s programmable features and enter your
override PIN code. (See User-Programmable Features section of this
guide.) This switch can only be controlled in conjunction with
your ignition key.
NOTE: Make sure the dealer has shown you where the Valet switch is
located. You will need to disarm the system with the Valet switch in the
event of a lost or stolen remote control.
While the system is in the Valet mode, you can still use your
remote control to lock and unlock the doors as well as activate any
optional accessories, such as boot release or remote engine
starter.
Your Maxx3security system incorporates two Ultrasonic sensors,
which are most commonly mounted at the top of the A-pillars fac-
Ultrasonic Sensors
Keyless Entry in Valet Mode
Valet Switch
Passive Immobilisation

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ing the rear of the vehicle. These sensors detect movement inside
the vehicle by sensing air disturbance. They should trigger the
alarm if a thief gained access to the interior of your vehicle.
In the event of a lost or stolen remote control, all remote controls
can be erased from the systems memory preventing unauthorised
system operation. (See the Programming Table for Remote Controls
section of this guide.)
Your system allows you to add new remote controls in one step. (See
the Programming Table for Remote Controls section of this guide.)
If your vehicle battery is disconnected and later reconnected, the
system will automatically return to its last state before power was
removed, whether it was armed, disarmed, or in Valet Mode. For
example, if a mechanic were to disconnect the battery while the
alarm was disarmed or in Valet Mode, the alarm will not trigger
when the battery is reconnected. If power is removed and then
restored while the alarm is armed, the systems battery back up
siren will instantly sound, the indicator lights will flash and the
Dual Circuit Immobiliser will still be enabled, preventing the vehi-
cle from being started.
Alarm State Memory
One-Step Remote Control Code Learning
Instant Remote Control Code Deletion

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Transmitter Functions
These outputs allow you to add optional remote-controlled acces-
sories to your system such as a remote engine starter, boot
release, window roll-up, garage door opener, or fuel filler door
release. To activate your optional accessories press the correspon-
ding remote control buttons shown below. You can assign any
remote control function to any button sequence. (See
Programming Table for Remote Controls section of this guide.)
Button/Channel Assignment Feature
Button / Channel 1 Arm/Disarm/Panic/Two Stage Unlock
Button / Channel 2 Pulsed Accessory Output (Disarmed Only)
Button / Channel 3 * Silent Arm/Disarm
Button / Channel 4 * Timer Controlled Output
+ Buttons / Channel 5* Pulsed/Latched Accessory Output
+ Buttons / Channel 6 Sensor Bypass
+ Buttons / Channel 7 * Unassigned**
+ Buttons / Channel 8 * Unassigned**
+ Buttons / Channel 9 * Unassigned**
+ Buttons / Channel 10 * Unassigned**
* Only available with 4-button remote.
**Can be assigned to operate any of the first 6 channels on your Maxx3
or to control other Avital systems and accessories on other vehicles.
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System Operation
The alarm can be programmed for active or passive arming. Active
arming means the alarm is armed using the remote control. Passive
arming means the alarm will automatically arm itself. (See the
Programming Table for System Features section of this guide.)
Press the button for one to two seconds. The following will occur:
■The siren will chirp twice and the indicator lights will flash
twice. The doors will lock.* The LED will double flash, pause,
double flash, pause, etc., and the built in AutoImmobiliser
will disable two vital engine circuits.
* Requires connection to your vehicle’s existing central locking system.
The Maxx3 has three programmable options relating to passive
arming of the alarm. A full description of the operation and pro-
gramming options for the passive arming feature can be found on
page 21.
Press the button for one to two seconds. The following will occur:
■The siren will chirp once and the indicator lights will flash
once. The doors will unlock.* The interior lights will turn on
Disarming the System (if alarm is not sounding)
Passive Arming
Active Arming*

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(for 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned on). The immo-
bilised engine circuits will be re-enabled to allow you to start
your car. The LED will turn off.
* Requires connection to your vehicle’s existing central locking system.
Press the button for 1-2 seconds. This will silence the siren
only. It will not disarm the system or unlock* the doors. A second
press of the button for one to two seconds is required to fully
disarm the system.
* Requires connection to your vehicle's existing central locking system.
Pressing the button for one to two seconds will arm and dis-
arm your system the same as the button, except without the
siren chirp confirmation.
When activated, the siren will sound and the indicator lights will
flash. If you are outside the vehicle with the ignition key OFF, the
doors will unlock.
To Activate:
1. Press the button for three to four seconds.
2. The siren will sound and the indicator lights will flash.
3. If the ignition key is OFF, the doors will unlock.
Remote Panic
Silent Arm/Disarm
Disarming the System (if alarm is sounding)

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To De-activate:
1. Press the button for one to two seconds.
2. The siren will shut off and the indicator lights will stop flashing.
If the optional Two-Stage Unlock feature was installed, press the
button for one to two seconds and only the drivers door will
unlock. Within three seconds, press the button again and the
passenger door(s) will unlock.
NOTE: If you opted to have the Two-Stage unlock feature installed, then
unlocking your vehicle from the drivers door with the key will not unlock
the passenger door(s). They will have to be unlocked manually.
If you wish to arm the alarm system but leave a window or sun-
roof open or a pet or passenger inside the vehicle, you will need
to bypass the Ultrasonic Sensor and any optional sensors by fol-
lowing the procedure noted below:
1. Arm the alarm with the or buttons.
2. At anytime after the alarm system has been armed, press the
and buttons together.
3. To indicate sensor(s) bypass the indicator lights flash once.
NOTE: The next time the alarm system is armed the sensors will be re-
enabled automatically.
Sensor Bypass
Two-Stage Unlock Capability

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You should place your system in Protected Valet Mode whenever
your vehicle is being fueled or washed, or whenever the passive
Immobilisation or arming is not required for a short period. The
Valet PIN code number for your system is noted on the back of this
guide.
Note: To change your PIN code refer to How to Change Your PIN Code sec-
tion of this guide.
If the system was armed and a thief were to break into your vehi-
cle and begin entering codes at random in an attempt to disarm
the alarm, the system will lock out (indicated by a triple flash
sequence of the LED) and begin sounding the siren for two min-
utes. During this period the system will ignore further attempts to
enter the code. Even a correct code entry will be ignored. The siren
can be silenced and the system disarmed by pressing the or
button on the remote control two times.
NOTE: The PIN number noted on the back of this guide is your emergency
override code. Therefore, Do NOT leave the guide inside the vehicle for a
thief to find.
To Turn On Protected Valet Mode:
1. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
2. Within 10 seconds, enter the first number in your PIN. Press
and release the Valet switch the same number of times as the
first digit in your PIN. Example: If your PIN is 2345, press the
Valet switch two times.
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3. Turn the ignition key OFF.
4. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
5. Enter the second number in your PIN. Press and release the
Valet switch the same number of times as the second digit in
your PIN. Example: If your PIN is 2345, press the Valet switch
three times.
6. Turn the ignition key OFF.
7. Turn the ignition key to the ON position
8. Enter the third number in your PIN. Press and release the
Valet switch the same number of times as the third digit in
your PIN. Example: If your PIN is 2345, press the Valet switch
four times.
9. Turn the ignition key OFF.
10. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
11. Enter the last number in your PIN. Press and release the Valet
switch the same number of times as the last digit in your PIN.
Example: If your PIN is 2345, press the Valet switch five
times.
12. Turn the ignition key OFF. If you have entered the correct
code you will hear two chirps (one short and one long).
Should you hear five rapid chirps, the correct code has not
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How to Change Your
PIN Code
Your system PIN Code is located on the back of this guide. Should
you wish to change this code to a number that is easier to remem-
ber, use the following procedure.
1. Write down the new four-digit PIN number you wish to use.
2. Look at the programming table on page 26. To change the
first two digits of your code, refer to programming branch
number 17 and to change the last two digits, refer to pro-
gramming branch number 18.
3. To enter programming mode:
■Enter your existing PIN code number by following steps
1-12 in the Protected Valet Mode section of this guide.
13. To enter Valet mode, now turn the ignition on and press and
hold the Valet switch for three seconds until the LED illumi-
nates constantly.
To Turn Off Protected Valet Mode:
1. Turn your ignition key to the ON position or start the engine.
The LED will turn off to indicate automatic exit of Valet mode.
(To comply with Thatcham regulations, a permanent override
mode is not allowed.)

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■Turn the ignition key to the ON position, then press and
release your Valet switch 17 times. You will hear a chirp
each time you press the switch to help you count.
■When you reach branch number 17, stop and follow the
instructions in the “Secondary Action” column in the
programming table.
Example: If you would like the first two digits of your new code
to be one and one you would press button once and
button once. To enter the digits zero and zero you would press
the and buttons together and go to the next step.
4. To enter the next two digits press the Valet switch once (you
will hear one chirp) to move from program branch number 17
to 18. Stop and follow the instructions in the "Secondary
Action" column in the programming table.
Example: If the last two digits of your new code are two and
two then press the button twice and the button twice.
To enter the digits one and zero, you would press the
button once and then go to step five. The system will assume
the second digit is a zero as you did not press the button
to enter a number.
5. If you are satisfied that the code you entered is the correct
one then turn off the ignition to exit programming and test
your new code. Should you make a mistake during any part of
this procedure, then simply turn off the ignition and begin the
sequence again. The system will revert to the original code.

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Diagnostics
The LED on your vehicles dashboard or centre console will inform
you of the system status.
LED Status
Off System is disarmed.
On In Valet mode.
Slow Flash Passive Immobilised only.
Double Flash System is armed and Immobilised.
Triple Flash More than three consecutive incorrect Valet codes have
been entered (system ignores Valet switch for 2 minutes).
Flashing in Cycles See "Specific Zone Intrusion Identification" chart on page 22.
Rapid Flash Passive arming countdown.
If the vehicle had been tampered with and the alarm has been
triggered, the siren will chirp three times upon remote disarm
instead of the usual single chirp.
If you received the Previous Intrusion Alert confirmation (three
chirps upon remote disarm), when you enter the vehicle and turn
the ignition ON, the LED will flash in cycles to specifically identi-
fy which zone has triggered the alarm. The flash cycle will be
repeated two more times giving three cycles in total.
Specific Zone Intrusion Identification
Previous Intrusion Alert
LED System Status Indicator

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LED Zone
Three Flashes Optional Sensor 2
Four Flashes Door Trigger
Five Flashes Boot/Bonnet Trigger
Six Flashes Closed Circuit Trigger
Seven Flashes Ultrasonic Sensor
Eight Flashes Ignition Trigger
In the event of an active sensor or trigger input when the alarm
is remotely armed, a series of chirps and Indicator light flashes
will alert you.
Number of chirps and flashes Explanation
1 chirp, 1 flash Disarming of the alarm.
2 chirps, 2 flashes Arming of the alarm.
3 chirps, 3 flashes Disarmed and there was an intrusion
attempt.
2 chirps and flashes, Armed and a door is ajar.
then 3 more chirps and flashes
2 chirps and flashes, Armed and there is a sensor input active
then 4 more chirps and flashes (automatically bypassed).
2 chirps and flashes, Armed and there is a boot, bonnet, or
then 5 more chirps and flashes closed circuit trigger input active (automati-
cally bypassed).
Interpreting Chirps and Flashes
Automatic Malfunction Override