Avital 2101L User manual

Model 2101L
Installation Guide
Note: This product is intended for installation by a professional
installer only. Any attempt to install this product by any person
other than a trained professional may result in severe damage to a
vehicle's electrical system and components.
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Table of contents
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Super Bright LED, 2-Pin WHITE Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Valet/Program Switch, 2-Pin Blue Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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Standard Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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Primary harness (H1), 18-pin connector
RED/WHITE (-) CHANNEL 2 OUTPUT
BROWN/BLACK UNLOCK #87A NORMALLY CLOSED
ORANGE (-)500 mA GROUND-WHEN-ARMED OUTPUT
YELLOW (+) SWITCHED INGNITION INPUT
WHITE/BLUE (-) 200mA CHANNEL 3 VALIDITY OUTPUT
LT.GREEN/BLACK (-) 200mA CHANNEL 3 VALIDITY OUTPUT
BROWN (-) HORN HONK OUTPUT
BLACK (-) CHASSIS GROUND
WHITE (+/-) PARKING LIGHTS FLASH OUTPUT
VIOLET UNLOCK #87 NORMALLY OPEN
BLUE/BLACK UNLOCK #30 COMMON OUTPUT
VIOLET/BLACK LOCK #87 NORMALLY OPEN (INPUT)
WHITE/BLACK LOCK #87A NORMALLY CLOSED
GREEN/BLACK LOCK#30 COMMON OUPUT
BLACK/WHITE DOMELIGHT SUPERVISION RELAY#30 (OUT)
BLACK/WHITE DOMELIGHT SUPERVISION RELAY #87 (IN)
BLUE (-) 200mA SECOND UNLOCK OUTPUT
RED (+)12V CONSTANT POWER INPUT
H1/1
H1/2
H1/3
H1/4
H1/5
H1/6
H1/7
H1/8
H1/9
H1/10
H1/11
H1/12
H1/13
H1/14
H1/15
H1/16
H1/17
H1/18
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Before connecting this wire, remove the supplied fuse.
Connect to the battery positive terminal or the constant
12V supply to the ignition switch.
NOTE: Always use a fuse within 12 inches of the point
you obtain (+)12V. Do not use the fuse in the harness
for this purpose. This fuse protects the module itself.
HH11//22BBLLUUEE((--))220000mmAASSeeccoonnddUUnnlloocckkOOuuttppuutt
The H1/2 BLUE output is used for progressive unlock.
This system unlocks the driver's door when the unlock
button is pressed and unlocks the passenger doors if
the unlock button is pressed again within 15 seconds
after unlocking the driver's door. The BLUE wire outputs
a low current (-) pulse on the second press of the
unlock button of the transmitter. This negative unlock
output is used to unlock the passenger doors.
HH11//33BBLLAACCKK//WWHHIIT
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This wire determines what the output polarity of H1/4
will be. If the door pin circuit is negative, connect to
chassis ground. If the door circuit is positive, connect
to a fused 12V source.
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Connect this wire directly to the domelight circuit in the
vehicle. The on-board relay will drive circuits up to 30
amperes. The polarity of this output is determined by
the connection of the input wire H1/3 in the Relay
Harness.
NNoottee: If the input wire H1/3 is not connected, there will
be no output on this wire.
HH11//55GGRREEEENN//BBLLAACCKKLLoocckk##3300CCoommmmoonn((OOuuttppuutt))
The system has door lock relays on-board, and can
directly interface with most electric power door lock
systems drawing 30 amps or less. It can also drive
aftermarket actuators directly. (Some vehicles require
that an aftermarket actuator be added to the driver’s
door to allow system control, see Type D wiring section
in Tech Tip Document 1041).
HH11//66WWHHIITTEE//BBLLAACCKKLLoocckk##8877AANNoorrmmaallllyyCClloosseedd
See H1/5.
HH11//77VVIIOOLLEETT//BBLLAACCKKLLoocckk##8877NNoorrmmaallllyyOOppeenneedd
((IInnppuutt))
See H1/5.
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HH11//88BBLLUUEE//BBLLAACCKKUUnnlloocckk##3300CCoommmmoonn((OOuuttppuutt))
See H1/5.
HH11//99VVIIOOLLEETTUUnnlloocckk##8877NNoorrmmaallllyyOOppeenn((IInnppuutt))
See H1/5.
HH11//1100WWHHIIT
TEE((++//--))PPaarrkkiinnggLLiigghhttFFllaasshhOOuuttppuutt::This wire
provides a high current + or - output to light flash the
parking lights (+ is factory default setting). If the vehicle
has a negative parking light circuit, the light flash
jumper on the control module must be moved.
HH11//1111BBLLAACCKK((--))CChhaassssiissGGrroouunnddIInnppuutt: This wire to a
clean, paint-free sheet metal location (driver kick panel)
using a factory bolt that DOES NOT have any vehicle
component grounds attached to it. A screw should only
be used in conjunction with a two-sided star washer.
Under dash brackets and door sheet metal are not
acceptable ground points. It is recommended that all
components be grounded at the same location.
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HH11//1122BBRROOWWNN((--))HHoorrnnHHoonnkkOOuuttppuutt::This wire
supplies a (-) 200 mA output that can be used to honk
the vehicle horn. It outputs a single pulse when locking
the doors with the transmitter, and two pulses when
unlocking with the transmitter. (See Owner's Guide for
horn honk operation) This wire will also output pulses
for 30 seconds when the Panic Mode is activated. If the
vehicle has a (+) horn circuit, an optional relay can be
used to interface with the system, as shown below.
HH11//1133LLTT..GGRREEEENN//BBLLAACCKKFFaaccttoorryyAAllaarrmmDDiissaarrmm
This wire supplies a 200mA negative pulse when
unlocking or activating the trunk release with the trans-
mitter.
HH11//1144WWHHIITTEE//BBLLUUEE((-
-))CChhaannnneell33OOuuttppuutt: This wire
provides a (-) 200 mA output whenever the transmitter
code controlling Channel 3 is received. This output will
continue as long as that transmission is received. Use
for options such as Directed remote start system, 529T
or 530T power window controllers.
H1/12 BROWN
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IImmppoorrttaanntt: Never use this wire to drive anything but a
relay or a low-current input. The transistorized output
can only provide 200mA of current. Connecting
directly to a solenoid motor cause failure..
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Connect this wire to an ignition source. This input must
show (+)12V with the key in run position and during
cranking. Make sure that this wire cannot be shorted to
the chassis at any point.
TO IGNTION SYSTEM
TO IGNTION SYSTEM
H1/9 YELLOW
PRIMARY HARNESS
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This wire supplies a (-) 500mA ground as long as the
system is locked. This output ceases as soon as the
system is unlocked. This wire can be connected to an
optional Directed 8618 starter kill relay or to another
option such as a 529t or a 530t power window controller.
Note: If using the H1/16 Orange wire to activate an add-
on accessory such as window automation, or voice
module - combined with an optional starter relay, a 1-
Amp diode must be installed to ensure proper opera-
tion. Insert the diode as shown the the following
diagram.
HH11//1177BBRROOWWNN//BBLLAACCKKUUnnlloocckk##8877AANNoorrmmaallllyyCClloosseedd:
See H1/5.
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When the system receives the transmitter code control-
ling Channel 2 for longer than 1.5 seconds, the
red/white wire will supply an output as long as the trans-
mission continues. This is often used to operate a
trunk/hatch release or other relay-driven functions.
IImmppoorrttaanntt!!Never use this wire to drive anything but a
relay or a low-current input! The transistorized output
can only supply 200 mA of current. Connecting directly
to a solenoid, motor, or other high-current device will
cause it to fail.
H1/18 RED/WHITE
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Peripheral Plug-in Harnesses
Super Bright LED, 2-Pin WHITE Plug
The super bright LED operates at (+) 2 volt DC and
plugs into the two-pin WHITE port. Make sure the LED
wires are not shorted to ground as the LED will be
damaged. Multiple LED’s can be used, but they must
be wired in series. The LED fits into a 9/32-inch
mounting hole. Be sure to check for clearance prior to
drilling the mounting hole.
NNoottee: Never use a BLUE LED in combination with a RED
LED.
DIA-41
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Valet/Program Switch, 2-Pin Blue Plug
The Valet/Program button should be accessible from
the driver’s seat. It plugs into the BLUE port on the side
of the unit. Consider how the button will be used before
choosing a mounting location. Check for rear clearance
before drilling a 9/32-inch hole and mounting the
button.
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System Features Learn Routine
The System Features Learn Routine dictates how the
unit operates. It is possible to access and change any
of the feature settings using the Valet®/Program switch.
To enter the learn routine:
1. KKeeyy. Turn the ignition on and then
back off.
2..CChhoooossee. Within 10 seconds, press and
release the Valet®/Program switch the
number of times corresponding to the
feature number you want to program. (See Feature
Menus.) Once the Valet®/Program switch has been
pressed and released the desired number of times,
press it once more and hold it. After a second, the horn
honks (if connected) and the LED flashes to indicate
which feature you have accessed.
3.TTrraannssmmiit. The transmitter is used to
select the desired setting. As shipped, the
unit is configured to the LED ON settings.
These are the default settings. Pressing
the lock button will set it to the LED ON setting. The LED
will light solid (stop flashing) to indicate the setting. The
horn will honk once (if connected). Pressing the unlock
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button will change the setting to the LED OFF setting.
The LED will go out indicating the change and the horn
will honk twice (if connected).
4.RReelleeaassee. The Valet®/Program
switch can now be released.
For example: To program the unlock pulses from single
to double pulse:
1. Turn the ignition On and Off, then within 10seconds,
Press and Release the Valet/Program switch five times.
2. Press the Valet/Program switch again and hold it.
The horn honks five times (if connected) and the LED
flashes in groups of five.
3. While holding the Valet/Program switch Press the
unlock button on the transmitter. The horn honks twice
(if connected) and the LED stops flashing and goes out.
Double pulse unlock is now programmed.
4. To change to single pulse unlock, without releasing
the Valet/Program switch Press the lock button on the
transmitter. The horn (if connected) honks once and the
LED lights solid. Single pulse unlock is now
programmed. Release the Valet/Program switch.
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System Features Menus
NNoottee::Factory default settings are shown in BOLD.
The 3.5 second door lock pulse setting applies to feature 1-
4, the horn honks twice; the horn honks three times for the
0.4 second setting.
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(PPrreessssCChhaannnneell11)
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((PPrreessssCChhaannnneell22))
1Ignition controlled door lock
ON
Ignition controlled door lock
OFF
2Ignition controlled door unlock
ON
Ignition controlled door unlock
OFF
3Ignition controlled domelight
ON
Ignition controlled domelight
OFF
40.8 second door lock pulses 3.5 second door lock
pulses/0.4 sec.
5Double pulse unlock OFF Double pulse unlock ON
6Double pulse lock OFF Double pulse lock ON
7Comfort closure OFF Comfort closure ON
8Code Hopping ON Code Hopping OFF
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Feature Descriptions
The features of the system are described below.
1 IIGGNNIITTIIOONNCCOONNTTRROOLLLLEEDDDDOOOORRLLOOCCKKOONN//OOFFFF:
When turned on, the doors will lock three seconds after
the ignition is turned on.
2 IIGGNNIITTIIOONNCCOONNTTRROOLLLLEEDDDDOOOORRUUNNLLOOCCKKOONN//OOFFFF::
When turned on, the doors will unlock when the ignition
is turned off.
3 IIGGNNIITTIIOONNCCOONNTTRRO
OLLLLEEDDDDOOMMEELLIIGGHHTT: If turned on,
the system will turn on the domelight for 30 seconds
when the ignition is turned off. The domelight supervi-
sion output wires (H1/3 and H1/4) must be connected
as described in the Primary Harness Wire Connection
Guide.
4 DDOOOORRLLOOCCKKPPUULLSSEEDDUURRAATTIIOONN::Some European
vehicles, such as Mercedes-Benz and Audi, require
longer lock and unlock pulses to operate the vacuum
pump. Programming the system to provide 3.5 second
pulses will accommodate the door lock interface in
these vehicles. The default setting is 0.8 second door
lock pulses. Certain vehicles require a 0.4 second pulse
duration to prevent the windows from moving.
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5 DDOOUUBBLLEEPPUULLSSEEUUNNLLOOCCKKOOFFFF//OONN::Some vehicles
require two pulses on a single wire to unlock the doors.
When the double pulse unlock feature is turned on, the
BLUE/BLACK H1/8 wire will supply two negative pulses
instead of a single pulse.
6 DDOOUUBBLLEEPPUULLSSEELLOOCCKKOOFFFF//OONN. Selectable 2 pulse
door lock output to operate vehicle equipped with
factory “deadbolt”. Will have similar operation to that of
the Double Pulse Unlock feature, but will perform the
functions on the Lock wire as opposed to the Unlock
wire.
7 CCOOMMFFOORRTTCCLLOOSSUURREEFFEEAATTUURREEOOFFFF//OONN: This
feature is designed to integrate with vehicles that can
close the power windows and sunroof by holding the
key in the driver door lock position, and will operate on
both single input systems and two pulses input dead
bolt systems.
If programmed on the door lock output will activate the
Comfort Close output for 20 seconds. This output will
begin 200mS after the final door lock output has
completed regardless of the door lock programming.
If while the 20 second timer is active and closing the
windows the user unlocks the unit, the Comfort Close
output will immediately cease before the doors unlock.
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8 CCOODDEE--HHOOPPPPIINNGGOONN//OOFFFF::The system uses a mathe-
matical formula to change codes each time the trans-
mitter and receiver communicate. This makes the group
of bits or "word" sent from the transmitter, long. The
longer the word is the easier it is to block its transmis-
sion to the unit. Disabling the Code Hopping feature
allows the receiver to ignore the Code Hopping part of
the transmitted word, which can provide better range.
Transmitter/Receiver Learn Routine
The system comes with two transmitters that have been
taught to the receiver. The receiver can store up to four
different transmitter codes in memory. Use the following
learn routine to add transmitters to the system or to
change button assignments if desired.
1. KKeeyy..Turn the key to the ON position.
2. CChhoooossee..Within 10 seconds, press
and release the Valet/program switch
the number of times corresponding to
the desired channel listed below.
Once you have selected the channel,
press the switch once more and
HOLD it. The horn honks (if
connected) and the LED flashes to
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confirm the selected channel. Do not
release the Valet/program switch.
3. TTrraannssmmiitt..While holding the
Valet/Program button, press the
button from the transmitter that you
wish to assign to the selected
channel. The horn honks (if
connected) indicating successful
programming. It is not possible to
teach a transmitter button to the
system more than once.
4. RReelleeaassee..Once the code is learned,
the Valet/Program button can be
released.
CChhaannnneell
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FFuunnccttiioonnWWiirreeCCoolloorr
1Auto Learn
2Lock Only
3Unlock Only
4Channel 2 RED/WHITE
5Channel 3 WHITE/BLUE
6Lock/Unlock Panic
7Panic Only
8Delete all transmitters
Note: For Auto Learn Configuration, see Transmitter configuration
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