Clifford BlackJax 4 User manual

Standard Features
Thefollowingarestandardfeaturesofthissystem.Somevehiclesmayrequireoptionalpar ts/wiringandafewareincompatiblewithsomefeatures.
Maintenance
Your Clifford system requires no maintenance. This product, like any electrical device in your
vehicle, requires your car battery be in proper working order and fully charged. To ensure
proper operation, periodically have your vehicle battery “load-checked” at any local
garage/mechanic. Also make sure the battery cables and connections are tight and free from
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þEC-approved (Europe)
þLifetime warranty (see terms &
conditions)
þAntiTheft guarantee (see terms &
conditions)
þAdvanced anti-carjacking response
system that let’s you safely recover
your vehicle yourself
þNo buttons to push when there’s a gun
in your face
þBlackJax is fully automatic and
always working
þAuthorized driver simply inputs his or
her secret PIN code (user-selectable)
to deactivate
þBlackJax is real-world proven to save
vehicles and lives
þExclusive patented PlainView 2 switch
makes PIN code entry easy and
convenient
þUser-selectable 1-4 digit PIN code you
can set or reset anytime you wish
þAllows thief to drive a short distance
away for your safety
þSounds siren and flashes lights less
than one minute later
þSafely pulses the ignition system,
electronically forcing the vehicle to a
stop
þThief can’t restart the engine, even if
he could remove the BlackJax 4
system
þIgnores any PIN code guesses of the
thief after three incorrect entries
þThief has no choice but to abandon
the vehicle in traffic and in front of
witnesses
þSelf-recovery: Just input your PIN
code to silence the siren and regain
control
þSelectable AutoImmobilization
þG4 CliffNet DataPort for access via
your Windows 95/98 computer
þRugged, high-output siren
þUser-selectable 30/60/90-second siren
duration
þOutput for connection to car horn, air
horns or optional secondary siren
(may require optional relay and
wiring)
þSecure valet/override mode
þLED status indicator

Welcome to the world of
high-technology vehicle security and convenience
Congratulations on the purchase of your Clifford Electronics BlackJax 4 anti-carjacking &
vehicle self-recovery system. Clifford Electronics has long been recognized as the
leading manufacturer of high-technology vehicle security systems. Our commitmentto
technologicalinnovation, quality and reliability is clearly evident in your Clifford system. Yet
despite all its sophistication, your system is amazingly easy to use, never more difficult than a
few presses of a button.
How it works
BlackJax 4 provides a safe and effective means of recovering your vehicle after a theft or
carjacking. In a carjacking situation, the sooner you are out of the car the better. Don’t resist
or take anything with you, just get out and get away. The instant the car door is opened, your
BlackJax 4 takes charge. First it allows the carjacker to drive a short distance, ensuring your safety.
Then it repeatedly flashes the brake lights and continuously sounds the siren to caution
nearby drivers and draw attention to your stolen vehicle. It then electronically pulses off the
vehicle’s ignition system, safely forcing your vehicle to slow at then stop.
After safely shutting down the engine, BlackJax 4 prevents it from being restarted. In fact,
BlackJax 4 assures the thief cannot restart the engine even if he were to find and remove the
system control unit. Unable to restart the engine, andwith your vehicle stalled in the middle of
traffic — siren wailing and lights flashing — the carjacker has no choice but to abandon your
car. (The same occurs to anyone who steals your parked car from you at a gas station or in a
parking lot, which are the most common carjacking sites). To recover your vehicle, you
simply walk a block or two to your car, enter your PIN (personal identification number) code,
and the system releases control of the vehicle to you.
Your secret PIN code tells the system that the car is being driven by an authorized person. If
you or a passenger opens and closes a car door at any point while the engine is running (as
would occur in a carjacking attempt), you must again enter your secret code.
VERY IMPORTANT: Each time you begin driving you MUST enter your
PINcode via thePlainView2 switchon thedashboard or console(un less the
system is in valet mode). You may turn this feature on or off any time.
Your secret disarming PIN code
Unless the system is in valet mode, within 20 seconds after you switch on the ignition and
press the brake (or open and close a door while the engine is running), you must enter your
secret disarming PIN code on the PlainView 2 switch to let the system know it is you who is
driving.
Your system’sfactory-setPINcodeisthesingledigit2.
Entering a code
To enter your code, press the✱button the appropriate number of times on the PlainView 2
switch, followed by the blank button. To enter a zero, you simply press the blank button.
EXAMPLE:Toenterthefactory-setcodeof2,youwouldpressandreleasethe
switch in this manner: ✱✱ blank.
EXAMPLE:Toenteracodeof1230,youwouldpress: ✱blank, ✱✱ blank, ✱✱✱
blank, blank.
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IMPORTANT: What you MUST do to drive your car
Until you set your own PIN code, you will use the factory-set code of “2.” To drive your car,
do the following:
1.Shut all doors, then start the engine.
2.Enter the factory-set disarming code of 2: ✱✱ blank (you may do this while driving, if you
wish).
3. The dashboard LED will flash on for an instant to confirm proper code entry. You may
now drive or continue driving the vehicle.
What you MUST do if you hear 5 siren chirps while driving
If you forget to enter your code, the system will remind you 20 seconds after you begin driving
by “chirping” the siren 5 times and flashing the LED. At this point, you have another 20
seconds to enter your code. When entered, the LED will stop flashing and the siren will chirp
once to confirm proper code entry. If the proper code isnotentered within 20 seconds after
the 5-chirp signal, the engine will be shut down. You may enter your disarming code even
after the engine is shut down. Once the proper disarming code is entered, you will be able to
resume driving.
How to set your own valet/disarming PIN code
Since all BlackJax 4 systems use the same factory-set code of 2, we strongly recommend that
you program your own unique code as soon as possible. Your secret valet/disarming PIN code
will be used to deactivate BlackJax, enter valet mode and enter programming mode. You may
choose any 1-4-digitPIN code, but the first digit must not be a zero (e.g., 1023 is a valid code,
0123 is not). See User-selectablefeatures. Let’s say you want to set a PIN code of 4301:
1. Enter program mode by turning on the ignition, entering your current code, thenpressing
and holding the ✱button of the PlainView 2 switch for 3 seconds until you hear a chirp.
2.Press the blank button once, then pause. After pausing, you will hear a confirmation chirp.
3. Within 5 seconds, press and release the ✱button 7 times. To help you count, you will hear
a chirp each time you press the ✱button. After 7 presses,immediately press the blank
button, thenimmediately enter your new code.
Example: To enter 4301 as your new code, you would press the switch buttons
in this manner: ✱✱✱✱blank, ✱✱✱blank, blank, ✱blank.
4.Waitfor the 2-chirp confirmation.
5. Turn off the ignition to exit program mode (you’ll hear a 3-chirp confirmation).
6.VERY IMPORTANT: You must immediately test your new valet/disarming PIN
code: Turn on the ignition, enter your new code, then press and hold the blank button for
4 seconds. The LED will illuminate to indicate that the system is in valet mode. Turn the
ignition off. The system is now in valet mode.
If the LED does not illuminate, the new code you programmed and the one
youjust entered do not match. In such a case, the system will revert to the
previous code.
7. To exit valet mode and return to normal operation, turn the ignition on and enter your
code. The LED will turn off to confirm that the system has exited valet mode.
“Guessing” your code won’t help a carjacker
What if the carjacker is familiar with Clifford’s patented PlainView 2 coding system and tries
guessing codes at random? No problem. After three incorrect codes are entered, the system
will ignore any further code entries for a short time. So even if the carjacker were to actually
stumble upon your code during this time, he wouldstillnot be able to silence your system or
restart the engine.
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Two-Point AutoImmobilization
BlackJax 4 is not a car alarm, but you can set BlackJax 4 to automatically immobilize your
vehicle’s starter and ignition systems to prevent a thief from starting the engine if he breaks
into your parked car. This will assure that he will not even be able to drive your car off at all.
If you have this feature programmed on (it is factory set to off), AutoImmobilization of the
starter and ignition will occur 30 seconds after turning off the ignition key. The dashboard
LED will flash repeatedly in this state to warn away potential thieves.
To drive the vehicle after AutoImmobilization has occurred:
1.Insert your car key and turn the ignition all the way to the ON position.
2.EnteryourPINcode
3.You may now start the engine.
Since you input your PIN code even before starting the engine, you will not need to re-enter
when you begin driving.
How to turn the AutoImmobilization feature on/off
1. Enter program mode by turning on the ignition, entering your PIN code, then pressingand
holding the✱button of the PlainView 2 switch for 3 seconds until you hear a chirp.
2.Press the blank button once, then pause. After pausing, you will hear a confirmation chirp.
3. Within 5 seconds, press and release the ✱button 6 times. To help you count, you will hear
a chirp each time you press the ✱button.
4.Pause. You will hear either one or two chirps: One chirp = off; two chirps = on.
5.Turn off the ignition to exit program mode (you’ll hear a 3-chirp confirmation).
How to interpret the LED status indicator
LED Condition Meaning
OffSystem is disarmed and in normal operating mode (i.e., valet mode is off)
On Valet mode is on (i.e., BlackJax anti-carjacking is off). The vehicle may be
driven without ever having to enter the PIN code
Flashing rapidly
(ignition on) Anti-carjacking mode has been engaged, enter your valet/disarming code IMMEDIATELY
Flashing System is disarmed but the Two-Point AutoImmobilization has been
engaged
High-Output Siren
This Clifford-engineered siren is more rugged than generic sirens.
You may change the factory set 30-second siren duration to 60 or 90 seconds via the
programming procedure or via the CliffNet Wizard software (see the following section).
Please note that this feature is not available on European models in compliance with EC
requirements.
How to change siren duration
1. Enter program mode by turning on the ignition, entering your PIN code, then pressing and
holding the✱button of the PlainView 2 switch for 3 seconds until you hear a chirp.
2.Press the blank button once, then pause. After pausing, you will hear a confirmation chirp.
3. Within 5 seconds, press and release the ✱button 4 times. To help you count, you will hear
a chirp each time you press the ✱button.
4.Pause. You will hear either one, two or three chirps: One chirp = 30 seconds; two chirps
= 60 seconds; 3 chirps = 90 seconds.
5. Turn off the ignition to exit program mode (you’ll hear a 3-chirp confirmation).
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Optional CliffNet Wizard™ & DataPort Interface Connector
If you opted for the Clifford DataPort interface connector, you may use our CliffNet Wizard
software to access your system through your Windows PC. CliffNet Wizard will show you, on
your PC screen, all your user-programmable feature settings. You can customize features like
siren duration with just a click of your mouse, or easily enter a new PIN code. It’s actually fun!
And secure. To learn more and download this free software, go towww.clifford.com/wizard.
Lifetime limited factory warranty terms & conditions
Cliffordvehiclesecuritysystemsandaccessoriesrequireprofessionalinstallation byanAuthorizedClifford
Dealer.UnlessthesystemissoldandinstalledbyanAuthorizedCliffordDealer,allproduct warrantiesand
guaranteesarevoid.Asthemanufacturer,CliffordElectronicswarrantstotheoriginalco nsumerpurchaser,
thesystemcontrolunitandremotecontrolstobefreefromdefectsinmaterialandworkmanshipforaslongas
youownthevehicleinwhichthesystemwasoriginallyinstalled.Allotherpartsofthesystemandaccessories
tothesystemarewarrantedtobefreefromdefectsinmaterialandworkmanshipforone(1) yearfromthedate
ofpurchase.CliffordElectronicswillrepairorreplace,atitsoptionandfreeofcharged uringthewarranty
period,anysystemcomponentthatprovesdefectiveinmaterialorworkmanshipundernormal installation,
use, and service, provided the product is returned to our factory by an Authorized Clifford Dealer,
transportationchargesprepaid.Productsreturnedtoourfactorymustbeaccompaniedbyaphotocopyofthe
purchasereceipt.Intheabsenceofsuchpurchasereceipt,thewarrantyperiodshallbeone (1) year from the
dateofmanufacture.Anydamagetotheproduct(s)asaresultofmisuse,abuse,neglect,accident,incorrect
wiring,improperinstallation,destructionoralterationoftheserialnumber,repairoralterationoutsideour
factory,oranyuseviolativeofinstructionsfurnishedbyuswillvoidthewarranty.Thisw arrantyislimitedto
defectivepartsandspecificallyexcludesanyincidentalorconsequentialdamagesconn ectedtherewith.This
warrantyisnottransferable.CliffordElectronicsmakesnowarrantyagainsttheft.Thiswarrantyisnot tobe
construed as an insurance policy against loss. Warranty on installation labor, removal an d reinstallation
charges are not the responsibilityofCliffordElectronics,Inc.
Theft protection guarantee terms & conditions
Intheeventthatyourautomobileisstolenandnotrecoveredwithin30days,CliffordElectronics willrefund
toyou,theoriginalpurchaseroftheCliffordsystem,your insurancetheftdeductibleupto$3,000(USAand
Canada only). This guarantee applies only to the owner of the vehicle in which the Clifford system was
originally installed and that you were the owner of this same vehicle when it was stolen. This guarantee is
valid only in the USA and Canada and only if:
(1) Installation of the Clifford vehicle security product was performed by an Authorized Clifford dealer.
(2) Clifford Electronics window stickers are adhered to both the driver’s-side and curb-side windows an d are clearly
visible on both sides from outside the vehicle.
(3) At the time of the theft, the Clifford system was fully functional, armed and not in “valet mode.”
(4) Your insurance company and the police have been notified and a written stolen vehicle report was is sued by the
Police Department.
(5) No less than thirty (30) daysafter the police report was issued, you mail to the nearest Clifford Electronics location
noted on the back cover of this manual clear photocopies of the following documents:
I.The stolen vehicle police report noting the location and phone number of the police station that is suedthe
report.
II.A dated declaration signed by you, the owner of the vehicle, attesting that the vehicle has been stolenformore
than thirty (30) days and has not been recovered.
III.A photocopy of the payment you received from your insurance company for the loss of your vehicle.
IV. A photocopy of your insurance policy showing your name and the theft deductible.
Thisguaranteeiseffectivefor6monthsfromthedateofpurchaseasindicatedbyyourpurchasereceipt(or12
months if you complete the online registration process at www.clifford.com/register within 10 days of
purchase),islimitedtooneclaimandisvalidonlywhentheentirevehiclewasstolenandnotrec overed.This
guaranteeisnottransferableandspecificallyexcludesanyotherconsideration,including,butnotlimitedto,
damage caused to the vehicle, theft of parts or contents, or any consequential damages. Once Cliffo rd
Electronics verifies the above listed requirements have been met, a payment will be made to you in
accordance with the above stated provisions.
BONUS IF YOU REGISTER ONLINE: Within 10 days of purchase,
register your Clifford purchase online at www.clifford.com/register and, as
a bonus for doing so, Clifford Electronics will double the duration of your
system’s theft protection guarantee from 6 months to 12 months.
Don’t have a home computer? If you do not have a home computer to register
online, keep in mind that you may do so via the computer of a friend or
relative,via anInternetconnection atyourworkplace, viaa“cyber-cafe” or
via most local schools and libraries. THANKS!
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