Black Widow Security BW RAS 400 User manual

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Standard Features
The System has the following standard features:
• (2) 4-button remote transmitters*
• Status indicator (LED)
• Valet/Service mode switch
• Remote Start capabilities
• Extended Range Receiver
• Valet mode
• Stop & Go Feature
• Auto Cold Start
• Flashing parking lights
• Safety Inputs (Brake & Hood)
• Remote Shutdown Operation
• Remote Heater/AC Capabilities
* S-models provided with single transmitter
Optional Features
This System has many optional features that
may require additional parts and/or labor. Please
contact your dealer for more details.
•Remote keyless entry (Door lock/unlock)
•Trunk/hatch release
•Window roll-up
Note: Some features may not be appropriate
for certain vehicles. Automatic transmission
and electronic fuel injection are required on
vehicles for use with this system.
4-BUTTON REMOTE START SYSTEM
OWNERS MANUAL

REMOTETRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS
Actual transmitter cosmetics may vary, but button layout and
functionality remains the same.
Button 1 Locks the doors.*
Button 2 Unlocks the doors.*
Button 3 Activates Trunk Release feature.*
Button 4 Activates the Remote Start Feature.
* Optional feature
Remote Start Operation
Important: The system should be placed
into the valet mode when parked inside a
garage or being left for service. Only start
the vehicle in a well ventilated area. Do
not use in a closed garage or indoors. Be
sure to familiarize yourself with all
features prior to using this product.
REMOTE STARTING THE VEHICLE
To remote start the vehicle:
Press button 4 on the transmitter.
•The parking lights turn on.
•Approximately 2 seconds later the
system will attempt to start the vehicle.
•Once the car has started, the heater or
air conditioner will turn on and run for
the preprogrammed time (12 or 24
minutes). If the engine fails to start on
the first attempt, it will repeat the
starting procedure 2 more times. If the
vehicle fails to start after a total of 3
times the siren will chirp 4 times.
Driving vehicle after Remote Starting:
Unlock the door by pressing button 2 on the
remote transmitter. Enter vehicle, turn
ignition key to the on position (Note:Do not
turn the key all the way to the start position as
you may damage the starter).
Once the ignition key is turned on position,
press the brake pedal and shift the car into
the proper gear and you may now drive the
vehicle (Note:If brake pedal is pressed prior to
turning on ignition, engine will turn off).
REMOTE ENGINE SHUTDOWN
If the vehicle has been remotely started and
you desire to turn the vehicle off, simply press
and hold button 4 on the remote transmitter
for 3 seconds. After the motor has turned off
the doors will relock. This feature must be
programmed during installation.
AUTO COLD START
This feature allows the system to start and
run the vehicle every 2 hours for a period of
24 hours. This allows the engine to remain at
an operational temperature in extremely
cold weather.
Engaging the Auto Cold Start feature:
To turn Auto Cold Start on:
While holding the program switch, press
transmitter button 2 for 5 seconds.
•The parking lights will flash five times.
Button 3
Button 1
Button 4
Button 2LED
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•The engine will start and run for 30
seconds to indicate the Cold Start
feature is engaged.
Disengaging the Auto Cold Start feature:
The Auto Cold Start feature can be
deactivated in one of two ways:
•Press the brake pedal.
•Remote start the vehicle using the
transmitter.
STOP AND GO
The Stop and Go feature allows the vehicle
to remain running without use of the ignition
key during short stops.
To activate the Stop and Go feature:
1. Press and hold the brake pedal.
2. While pressing the brake pedal, push
transmitter button 4.
•The LED will flash rapidly.
•The parking lights will flash three
times.
3. Release the brake pedal.
4. Remove the key from the ignition.
5. Exit the vehicle and lock the doors
manually or using transmitter button 1*.
To resume driver control:
1. Unlock the doors manually or by press-
ing transmitter button 2.*
2. Turn on the ignition.
3. Press the brake pedal.
•The vehicle resumes driver control.
•The LED will turn off.
*If optional keyless entry feature is installed.
VALET MODE
When the system is placed into the Valet
Mode, the remote starting feature will be
disabled. However, the keyless entry and
trunk release features will still function.
To enter/exit Valet Mode:
1. Turn the ignition key on.
2. Press and hold the valet/service mode
switch for 3 seconds.
•The LED will turn on/off.
SAFETY FEATURES
The System will not start the vehicle if the
brake pedal is pressed or the hood is open.
Also, if the brake is pressed or the hood is
opened while remote running, the remote
start will shut down.
REPLACING LOST OR STOLEN
REMOTE TRANSMITTERS
This System can “learn”a maximum of 3
remote transmitters. To add a transmitter or
replace lost/stolen transmitters, please
consult with an authorized Black Widow
Dealer.
Optional Features
The following features are optional, see your
dealer for details.
KEYLESS ENTRY
To lock the doors, press transmitter button 1:
•The parking lights will flash once.
•The doors will lock.
To unlock the doors,press transmitter button 2:
•The parking lights will flash twice.
•The doors will unlock.
TRUNK RELEASE
When the optional trunk release feature is
connected, pressing button 3 for 2 seconds
will open the trunk.
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© David Levy Company, Inc., RAS400 Rev. 1, 1/01 •Cerritos, Ca 90703
STATUS INDICATOR (LED) FUNCTIONS
On Solid = Valet Mode
Slow Flash = Doors Locked
Rapid Flash = Remote Start
Flash 3x = Stop and Go Mode
Flash 4x = Cold Start Mode
PARKING LIGHTS FUNCTIONS
On Solid = Vehicle Remote Starting
Flash 1x = Doors Locked
Flash 2x = Doors Unlocked
Flash 4x = Remote Starting Failed
Flash 5x = Auto Cold Start Engaged
SYSTEM REFERENCE INDICATORS