AVS AVS S5 User manual

AVS S-Series
For AVS S5/S4/S3
Owner’s manual

Thank you for choosing an AVS S-Series car
security system. This range of car alarms and
immobilisers has been designed to provide a
superior level of security for you and your vehicle.
Please read this guide carefully and keep it in a
safe place for future reference.
REMOTE CONTROLS
Two remote controls are supplied and are used to control the system
functions. The remotes have rolling codes (4 billion) to foil code-
grabbing devices.
Button 4
Button 1
Button 2
Button 3
Button Functions Used when
1 A. ARMS alarm and locks doors (if installed) Alarm is disarmed
B. DISARMS alarm and unlocks doors (if installed) Alarm is armed
C. DISARMS the immobilisers Car is immobilised
2 A. Press button for 3-seconds for BOOT RELEASE (if installed) As required
B. Press button for 3-seconds to stop engine if turbo As required
timer installed
3 A. Hold to activate LED torch As required
4 A. Activates PANIC/car finder (AVS S5/S4) As required
REMOTE BATTERIES
Each remote is fitted with x 2 CR2025 long life Lithium batteries.
Replacement batteries are available from electrical retailers or
AVS dealers.
REPLACE THE REMOTE BATTERIES IF:
1. The remote range begins to decrease.
2. The remote’s LED flashes when a button is pushed
NOTE: Like any electrical device the remotes contain
sensitive components that are easily damaged or broken,
especially if dropped or exposed to water. They are expensive
to replace so please take care of them.
1. Press button 1 (the large bottom button).
2. The indicators will flash once and the AVS S5/S4 siren
will chirp once.
3. The doors will lock (if optional central locking installed).
4. The LED light on the dash will light solid for 40 seconds.
5. The LED light will then start flashing. The system is now armed.
Arming

Disarming
SILENT DISARMING
1. Press button 1 (the large bottom button).
2. The indicators will flash twice and the AVS S5/S4 siren will
chirp twice.
3. The doors will un-lock (if optional central locking installed).
4. The LED light on the dash will go out. The system is now
disarmed.
NOTE: If you take longer than 38 seconds to leave the car
after turning off the ignition when you press button 1 it will
DISARM not arm the system. Press it again to arm. The
indicators will flash once and the siren will chirp once (AVS
S5/S4) to confirm the system has armed. See
auto-immobilisation for more information.
ALARM TRIGGER
If a door, bonnet or boot is opened (AVS S5/S4), or the shock sensor
is activated (AVS S5/S4) or the glass break sensor is activated (AVS
S5) while the system is armed the siren will sound and the indicators
will flash for 30 seconds. The system will then re-set itself.
DOOR AJAR WARNING
If the AVS S5/S4 siren chirps for four seconds on arming a door,
bonnet or boot is open. The system will exclude that zone until it is
properly closed.
SILENT ARM
NOTE: If the siren (AVS S5/S4) chirps four times on disarm the
alarm has been triggered while you were away from the vehicle.
To silently disarm the AVS S5/S4 press button 1 and 2 together.
Auto-immobilisation
The system will immobilise the car 38 seconds after the ignition
is turned off. The LED light on the dash will light solid to show it
is in auto-immobilise mode. The system must be disarmed before
the car can be started. Follow the disarming instructions.
Panic/car finder (AVS S5/S4)
1. Ensure the car ignition is off.
2. Press button 4 (the right button).
3. The indicators will flash and the siren will sound.
4. Cancel panic by pushing button 4 again.
To silently arm the AVS S5/S4 press button 1 and 2 together.

How to use PIN code override for
emergency disarm
NOTE: If the AVS S5/S4 alarm is armed the siren will sound
when you open the door. You can use the siren key to turn the
siren off before starting emergency disarm so it does not make
a noise. (This does not turn “off” the alarm, it only silences
the siren.)
This procedure will override the system whether it is armed or
auto-immobilised.
1. Open the driver’s door and leave it open.
2. Turn the ignition on and then off an equal number of times to the
first PIN code digit.
3. Wait for two seconds (the indicators will flash once in auto-immob-
lise mode).
4. Now turn the ignition on then off an equal number of times to the
second PIN code digit.
5. The system will now disarm. You must start the car within 38
seconds or the system will automatically rearm.
NOTE: If you turn the ignition off for more than 38 seconds you
will have to repeat emergency disarm every time you wish to
start the car.
Data battery back-up siren
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for an additional charge.
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sound if power is cut to it from the car.
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data line to make it more difficult for a would be thief to
disable it.
IMPORTANT. PLEASE READ.
Emergency disarm allows you to override the system if the remotes
are lost or broken (or the remote batteries are flat) so you can start
the car.
This is done using a 2-digit PIN code that you choose (there are
63,000 possible combinations) being entered via the ignition key.
Once you have chosen your PIN code record it on the PIN code card
with this manual and carry it with you. THIS IS THE ONLY RECORD
of your PIN code. Without it there is no way to override the system.
Please familiarise yourself on how to use PIN code override so you
are able to carry out emergency disarm.
Emergency disarm/PIN code override
HOW TO CHANGE YOUR PIN CODE
1. Disarm the system
2. Open the drivers door then turn the ignition on.
3. Push button 2 (the left button) on the remote 14 times. The dash
LED will flash and the AVS S5/S4 siren will chirp each time you
push the button.
4. Turn the ignition off. The indicators will flash once.
5. Turn the ignition on then off anywhere from 3 to 255 times. i.e.
11 times. You have now set the first PIN code digit.
6. Wait for the indicators to flash once.
7. Now turn the ignition on then off anywhere from 3 to 255 times.
i.e. 36 times. You have now set the second PIN code digit.
8. Wait for the indicators to flash once.
9. You have now set the PIN to (11)(36).
10. Record your new PIN code on the PIN code card and make sure
you carry it with you. This is the only record of your PIN code.

SIREN KEYS
The siren is supplied with two keys that fit the switch on the top of
the siren
NOTE: The siren key is unique to your alarm. Make sure the
number is recorded on the card supplied with this manual.
TURNING THE SIREN OFF / ON
You may need to turn the siren off:
1. To disconnect the car battery (the siren will
sound if it loses power from the battery).
Remember to turn the siren back on after the
battery is reconnected.
2. If the alarm is armed (AVS S5/S4) and you need
to use emergency disarm.
NOTE: If you turn the siren off remember to turn it back on!
SIREN BATTERY
The siren battery charges off your car’s battery automatically. If the
car battery goes flat the siren will begin to sound. In this instance turn
off the siren with your key and recharge the car’s battery. Once this is
done remember to turn the siren back on.
If the siren battery is flat it will re-charge itself automatically from the
vehicle’s power source after approximately one hour.
Intelligent shock sensor
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additional charge (AVS S3 will also require a data battery back-up
siren).
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times. Heavy impacts will trigger full alarm.
Glass break sensor
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mental shocks (aircraft, trucks, extreme weather) and other heavy
impacts such as a thief attempting to break in.
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whenthealarmisarmedandadjustitselfaccordinglytoreduce
false triggers.
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additional charge (AVS S3 will also require a data battery back-up
siren).
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for the alarm to trigger from the glass break sensor. This helps to
prevent false triggers.
Turbo timer functions
ON-BOARD TURBO TIMER
For maximum security the system has an on-board turbo timer for
turbo vehicles that can be enabled by your AVS installer.
1. Turn the ignition off and exit the car as normal.
2. Push button 1 (the large bottom button) on the remote to arm the
alarm as normal.
3. The engine will continue to run for a preset run time of 1, 2.5 or 5
minutes.
4. If the system detects an intrusion during the preset run time the
system will immobilise the engine and the siren will sound (AVS
S5/S4).
5. The engine can be stopped before the set time by pushing button 2
(the left button) on the remote for 3-seconds.
On
Off

TURBO TIMER INTERFACE
The system will allow the vehicle to run on an external turbo timer. It
can be set up by your AVS installer.
1. Turn the ignition off and exit the car as normal.
2. Push button 1 (the bottom button) on the remote to arm the alarm as
normal.
3. The engine will continue to run for the time set on the external
turbo timer (this must not exceed the preset run time of the system
which is set at 1, 2.5 or 5 minutes).
4. If the system detects an intrusion during the preset run time
the system will immobilise the engine and the siren will sound
AVS S5/S4).
NOTE: The operation of these features may be dependent
on the systems already in your vehicle and may require
additional parts and/or additional installation charges. Not all
features are available on all vehicles. Please check with your
AVS installer.
Glass Break Sensor
CENTRAL LOCKING FROM THE REMOTE
The alarm will lock/unlock the doors when the alarm is armed/
disarmed.
BOOT RELEASE FROM THE REMOTE
1. Make sure the vehicle ignition is turned off.
2. Press button 2 (the left button) on the remote for three seconds.
3. The boot will unlock (and if the system is armed it will disarm).
AUTO RE-ARM AND RE-LOCK
This feature prevents the accidental disarming of the system. It will
re-arm and (if central locking is connected) re-lock the doors if the
system is disarmed and a door not opened within 60 seconds.
DOOR LOCK ON IGNITION
The system will lock the doors when the ignition is turned on,
and unlock them when the ignition is turned off (if central locking is
connected).
TIMED HEADLIGHT DELAY
The headlights will come on for 15-seconds to light your path when
the alarm is armed by remote. The headlights can be turned off before
the 15-seconds by pushing button 2 (the left button) on the remote.
PERIMETER NIGHT LIGHT
The indicators will stay on constantly for 20-seconds when the alarm
is disarmed, or, until the ignition is switched on.
CONTROL TWO VEHICLES WITH ONE REMOTE
This feature allows you to control two vehicles (such as both family
cars) from one remote. Button 1 controls one vehicle and button 2
the other.
Optional features/accessories
NOTE: Optional features are dependent on the systems already
in your vehicle. Some features may require additional parts
and/or additional installation charges. Not all features are
available on all vehicles. Features are subject to change.
Please check with your AVS installer. Optional accessories
such as sensors and sirens will incur an additional charge.

Frequently asked questions
Why is the remote range getting shorter?
The remote batteries are going flat. Replacement batteries are available
from your AVS dealer or electrical retailer (part CR2025 x 2 per remote).
I have lost/damaged my remote. How do I start the car?
You can use PIN code override for emergency disarm. Follow the
instructions in this manual or on the PIN code card.
My alarm chirps for a few seconds when I arm it instead of the
usual one chirp?
A door, bonnet or boot is open. Disarm the system, correct the problem
and start again.
I disarmed the system a few minutes ago but now it is
armed again?
The auto re-arm and re-lock feature has been turned on. It can be
turned off by your AVS installer.
The system disarms and the dash lights are working but the car
won’t start? There is a clicking sound when I try to turn on the car but
it won’t start?
It is likely the car battery is flat. The system draws such a small amount
of power it can be armed and disarmed (just like you can still see the
dash lights) but the car does not have enough power to start. You will
need to replace or recharge the car battery.
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failure to do so can do irreparable damage to the alarm system (and
your car’s computer system) and will void your car alarm warranty.
I’m worried the alarm will drain the car battery?
The system has been designed to draw as small an amount of current
from your car battery as possible. As long as the car’s battery is in good
condition the system should not adversely affect most car’s batteries if
left unattended for up to about three weeks.
Ultrasonic sensor
Measures air pressure and movement within the car
and will trigger if the pressure changes. Gives superior
protection for the interior of the vehicle.
Microwave sensor
Ideal for convertibles it detects body mass, such as a
person, entering the vehicle.
Digital tilt sensor
Essential protection for mag wheels. Will trigger if the
car is tilted in any direction from 1 degree.
Screamer siren
An extremely high-pitched screamer siren installed in
the cabin of the car.
Optional sensors

3-year warranty
Complete the information below and keep with your
original receipt for the three year warranty period.
Installation details:
Date of Installation: Installer NZSA #
Installer:
Product Installed:
Siren key number:
Terms and conditions:
Your details:
Surname: Initials:
Address:
Vehicle Rego #:
Vehicle Make/Model: Your PIN code:
Manta Electronics Ltd warrants the original
consumer purchaser that the product described
above, installed in the vehicle above, is free
from defects in material and workmanship.
Should this product be proven to be defective in
materials or workmanship during the term of the
warranty, Manta Electronics Ltd shall replace or
repair any product or part of the product which
Manta Electronics Ltd agrees is defective,
without charge.
Warranty on installation labour, removal and
reinstallation charges are not the responsibility
of Manta Electronics Ltd.
If you require a mobile technician to call there
will be a call out charge regardless of the cause
of the fault.
Any damage to the products as a result of
misuse, abuse, neglect, accident, incorrect
wiring, improper installation, repair or alteration
or installation outside Manta Electronics Ltd
approved dealers will void warranty.
Remote control transmitters and batteries are
not covered under warranty.
This warranty shall not apply to any product
which is found to have been modified, repaired
or altered in any way without the express written
consent of Manta Electronics Ltd. This warranty
shall not apply to any equipment or product
connected to the Manta Electronics Ltd product.
This warranty does not constitute a guarantee
or insurance against the theft of the vehicle or
contents thereof.
This warranty does not affect your rights under
the Consumer Guarantees Act.

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