Clifford BlackJax 5 User manual

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warning! safety first . . . . . . . . . . .5
standard features . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
what’s included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
before beginning the installation 6
h1 harness wire connection guide 7
h1 harness wiring diagram . . . .7
h1 harness wiring guide . . . . . .7
h1 heavy gauge harness
wiring guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
h2 harness wire connection guide 8
h2 harness wiring diagram . . . .8
h2 harness wiring guide . . . . . .8
H2/3–white plainview 2 valet
switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
H2/4–yellow (-) siren . . . . . . . . . . .8
blackjax installation . . . . . . . . . . .9
control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
ignition immobilizer . . . . . . . . .10
starter immobilizer . . . . . . . . . .10
LED status indicator . . . . . . . . .10
plainview 2 coded valet switch 11
driver’s door trigger . . . . . . . . .11
brake lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
siren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
horn connection (option) . . . . .12
tachometer connection . . . . . .12
speed connection . . . . . . . . . .13
final wiring connections . . . . . .13
rpm/speed programming . . . . . .14
RPM programming procedure .14
speed programming procedure 15
programmable features . . . . . . .16
using the CliffordWizard Pro
installation software . . . . . . . .16
programming the user-selectable
features using the PlainView 2
switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
system check/troubleshooting . .18
wiring reference section . . . . . . .20
h2 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
contents

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UUKKrreessiiddeennttss::Please excuse our American English. Hood means bonnet, parking lights
are indicator lights, and gasoline is petrol.
warning! safety first
The following safety warnings must be observed at all times:
zDue to the complexity of this system, installation of this product must only be per-
formed by an authorized Directed dealer.
zUse of this product in a manner contrary to its intended mode of operation may
result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
standard features
zHigh Output Siren
zTwo-Point Immobilization
zProgrammable Passive Immobilization
zProgrammable Siren/Horn Output
zProgrammable Siren Duration
what’s included
zBlackJax Module z514C High Output Siren
zPlainView 2 Valet switch z10-Pin Wire Harness
zLED Status indicator z4-Pin Heavy Gauge Wire Harness

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before beginning the installation
zPlease read this entire installation guide before beginning the installation. The
installation of this system requires interfacing with many of the vehicle’s systems.
Many new vehicles use low-voltage or multiplexed systems that can be damaged
by low resistance testing devices, such as test lights and logic probes (computer
safe test lights). Test all circuits with a high quality digital multi-meter before mak-
ing connections.
zDo not disconnect the battery if the vehicle has an anti-theft-coded radio. If
equipped with an air bag, avoid disconnecting the battery if possible. Many
airbag systems will display a diagnostic code through their warning lights after
they lose power. Disconnecting the battery requires this code to be erased, which
can require a trip to the dealer.
zRemove the domelight fuse. This prevents accidentally draining the battery.
zRoll down a window to avoid being locked out of the car.
after the installation
zTest all functions. Refer to the "Using Your System" section of the Owner's Guide
when testing.
zComplete a vehicle safety check prior to reassembly. Ensure all vehicle systems
are operational (same condition as-found prior to installation).

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h1 harness wire connection guide
h1 harness wiring diagram
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h1 harness wiring guide
h1 heavy gauge harness wiring guide
It is crucial that these connections are made correctly so that they are capable of han-
dling the current demands. For this reason, scotch locks, T-taps and other such con-
nectors should not be used.
h1/1 white/brown (+)12V ignition input
Connect this wire to the key side of the ignition wire in the vehicle.
h1/2 green/blue (+)12V ignition output
Connect this wire to the coil side of the ignition wire in the vehicle.
h1/3 white/red (+)12V starter input
Connect this wire to the key side of the starter wire in the vehicle.
h1/3 white/red (+)12V starter output
Connect this wire to the starter side of the starter wire in the vehicle.
WHITE/RED Starter Output +12V
WHITE/RED Starter Input +12V
GREEN/BLUE Ignition Output +12V
WHITE/BROWN Ignition Input +12V
H1/1
H1/2
H1/3
H1/4

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h2 harness wire connection guide
h2 harness wiring diagram
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h2 harness wiring guide
H2/1–green (-) armed out
Connects to an accessory such as a 620C EL Indicator, pager or can be used as a
third Immobilisation output by adding a relay.
H2/2–gray (+) or (-) door trigger
Connects to door pin switch. Factory default is set for negative door trigger. If positive
door trigger is required, the positive trigger feature will have to be programmed.
H2/3–white plainview 2 valet switch
Connects to plainview 2 valet switch.
H2/4–yellow (-) siren
Connect this wire to the Black wire coming from the siren. Can optionally be used as
a horn output.
NNOOTTEE::The H2/4 (Yellow) wire is capable of supplying 2-amps.
BLUE/WHITE Brake Light Input (+)
BLACK Ground (-)
RED Battery Positive (5-amp fuse) 12V (+) Input
VIOLET Status LED (+)
BLACK/GRAY RPM/Speed Input (-)
RED/WHITE Battery Positive (20-amp fuse) 12V (+) Input
YELLOW Siren (-)
WHITE PlainView 2 Valet Switch
GRAY Door Trigger (+) or (-)
GREEN Armed Out (-)
H2/1
H2/2
H2/3
H2/4
H2/5
H2/6
H2/7
H2/8
H2/9
H2/10

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H2/5–red/white battery positive (20-amp fuse) 12V (+) input
Connects to the vehicle’s positive battery terminal using the 20-amp fuse holder.
H2/6–black/gray (-) rpm input
This wire monitors the RPM of the vehicle by the BlackJax control. Connect this wire
to the vehicle coil’s negative side or the non-common fuel injector wire.
H2/7–violet system status LED
Connects to the Status LED indicator.
H2/8–red battery positive (5-amp fuse) 12V (+) input
Connects to the vehicle’s positive battery terminal using the 5-amp fuse holder.
H2/9–black (-) ground
H2/10–blue/white (+) brake light input/output
Connects to the brake light circuit. This initiates BlackJax countdown to activation after
a door has been opened/closed. Also when BlackJax is activated, it flashes the brake
lights to warn motorists behind the vehicle.
blackjax installation
IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT!!Do not use any testing tool other than a digital multi-meter to prevent
costly damage to the vehicle. Use of a test light may cause grounding of sensitive elec-
trical components that can damage the on-board vehicle computer and processors
resulting in substantial cost for replacement.
control unit
Select an area behind the dash to mount the control unit, but do not permanently affix
it until all wiring and testing is complete.

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ignition immobilizer
1. Use a voltmeter to locate the wire that is 0 volts when the ignition is “OFF” and
carries +12V throughout BOTH the starting/cranking and engine running cycles.
With the engine running, cut this wire. The car’s engine should stop running.
2. Connect the WHITE/BROWN wire to the key side of the ignition wire and the
GREEN/BLUE wire to the coil side.
starter immobilizer
The starter immobilizer ensures the engine will not crank when BlackJax anti-carjack
mode is active.
1. Use a voltmeter to locate the one wire that carries +12V during the cranking
cycle ONLY. This is the starter wire.
2. Cut the starter wire, then try to start the engine. If the starter does not crank, you
have found the correct wire.
3. Connect the WHITE/RED to the key side and the other WHITE/RED to the starter side.
LED status indicator
Select a prominent location on the dash or console visible through all windows.
Discuss placement with the owner.
NNOOTTEE::The LED can be top-mounted or flush-mounted. If top-mounting the LED with a
bezel, the LED fits into a 5/16-inch mounting hole. If flush-mounting the LED from the back
of a panel, drill a mounting hole using a 17/64-inch drill bit. Be sure to check for clear-
ance prior to drilling the mounting hole.
1. Verify there is adequate space and clearance behind the panel to accommodate
the LED, then drill a 5/16” (8mm) hole and route the wires through it.
2. Mate the LED connectors to the VIOLET and BLACK wire connectors as shown in
the wiring diagram in this guide.
3. Press the LED into place.
warning! On vehicles with air bags or supplemental
restraint systems (SRS) you may notice a bright yellow
tube with small wires in it marked SRS underneath the
steering column near the key cylinder. DO NOT tamp-
er or unplug these for any reason to prevent costly dam-
ages to your vehicle or personal injury. Tampering may
cause unintended deployment of airbags.

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plainview 2 coded valet switch
The PlainView 2 switch does not need to be hidden. Rather, it should be mounted on
the dashboard or console within easy and convenient reach of the driver. Discuss
placement of the switch with the vehicle owner prior to installation.
NNOOTTEE::Be sure to check for clearance behind the dashboard or console prior to drilling.
1. Drill a 9/32-inch hole to mount the switch.
2. Route the wires and connectors through the hole and secure the switch.
3. Mate the switch connector to the small connector on the wireloom, noting the
wire colors.
driver’s door trigger
This connection is necessary to initiate the BlackJax countdown. The factory default
setting is negative door trigger. If positive door trigger is required (on Rolls-Royce and
some Ford vehicles), then refer to the features programming section of this manual.
1. Locate the wire coming off the rear of the vehicle’s door switch.
2. Connect the negative voltmeter lead to ground.
3. Find the one wire that shows (+)12V when the switch is pressed in and 0V when
released. This is a negative door trigger wire. If you do not find this wire
continue to the next step, else proceed to step 5.
4. Find the one wire that shows 0V when the switch is pressed in and 12V when
released. This is a positive door trigger wire. The Features Programming will
have to be set for positive door trigger (discussed later in this manual).
5. Connect the control unit’s GRAY wire to this door trigger wire.
NNOOTTEE::DirectTechs web site (www.directechs.com) for authorized Directed dealers
has detailed descriptions of wire colors and locations for most foreign and domestic
vehicles.
brake lights
For safety reasons, BlackJax is wired to the brake light rather than the parking lights.
Also, pressing the brake after the door has been opened/closed starts the BlackJax
countdown. When BlackJax is activated, the flashing brake lights will warn motorists
that are driving behind the carjacked vehicle.

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1. Turn the ignition on and press the brake pedal to make sure the brake light
illuminates.
2. Connect the black lead of the voltmeter to ground and set the dial to DC volts.
3. Probe the wires at the brake light switch with the voltmeter. The voltmeter should
read +12V when you press the brake pedal; 0 volts when released.
4. Connect the BLUE/WHITE wire to the brake wire.
siren
Mount the siren in the engine compartment away from moving or heat-producing
components. Mount the siren in the engine compartment on the opposite side from the
exhaust manifold. The siren must not be accessible or visible from outside or under the
vehicle. Point the siren downward to avoid water collection and enhance sound pro-
jection.
1. Mount the siren using all three sheet metal screws supplied.
2. Connect the siren’s BLACK wire to the control unit’s YELLOW wire.
3. Connect the siren’s RED wire to the control unit’s RED wire.
horn connection (option)
If you choose not to use the standard siren, the yellow wire can be programmed as a
horn output (refer to Features Programming in this manual) and can be connected to
the vehicle’s horn. This output is negative and can provide up to 2 amps.
tachometer connection
Some newer vehicles do not have a conventional ignition coil marked (+) and (-). In
these instances, you will need to locate the tach wire:
1. Try to locate the distributor cap which all spark plug wires run into. There should
be the same number of plug wires as the number of cylinders. If there is an extra
plug wire, the vehicle has a separate coil.
2. Follow the extra plug wire to the coil module, which will have two or more wires.
a. If there are only two wires: one is the ignition, the other wire is the negative
coil wire. Connect the Black/Gray wire from the control module to the
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b. If there are more than two wires, only an oscilloscope will be 100%
accurate in locating the tach wire, but a digital voltmeter will often suffice.
Set the meter to read AC volts, connect the negative lead of the meter to
ground and probe the suspect wires with the positive lead. The wire that
has the highest AC voltage while the engine is running is usually the tach
wire. Connect the Black/Gray wire from the control module to this wire.
3. If the vehicle does not have a separate coil, look for the tach wire in a plug
coming out of the distributor. If no distributor can be found, the vehicle may have
multiple coils. Each coil usually has an ignition and a negative coil wire. Connect
the Black/Gray wire from the control module to the negative coil wire.
4. If no coil or distributor can be found, use p/n 454T monitoring module on the
alternator.
5. On almost all fuel injected vehicles, you can connect to the negative side of any
fuel injector. Most fuel injectors are mounted directly into the intake manifold and
typically have two wires. One wire is the ignition and usually has a color
common to all fuel injectors. The other side is negative and can be tested as
described in step 2b above.
speed connection
Use the tachometer wire input for speed sensing input. The vehicle must be equipped
with electronic speed sensing. Speed sensing can be found at the instrument cluster,
ABS sensor, transmission box or radio (on some European models and some Fords).
final wiring connections
NNOOTTEE::Do not insert the fuses into the fuseholder until all wiring is completed and verified.
Connect the RED wire to the 5amp fuseholder.
Connect the RED/WHITE wire to the 20amp fuseholder.
Attach the two fuseholders to the battery positive cable clamp.
Attach the BLACK wire to the battery negative cable clamp.

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rpm/speed programming
NNOOTTEE::Upon completion of the installation, and if a tach or speed sense connection
has been made, one of the two following programming steps mmuussttbe done. The
BlackJax 5 module has the default sense mode set to tach.
The BlackJax 5 is versatile in that it has the ability to work with tachometer, or speed
sense, or no sense connection at all.
In ssppeeeeddsseennsseemode, the ignition will shut off at or below the programmed speed. The
vehicle must be equipped with electronic speed sense.
In ttaacchhsseennsseemode, the ignition will shut off at or below the programmed RPM.
With nnoossppeeeeddoorrttaacchhconnection, the ignition will not shut off. Instead, BlackJax 5
will not allow the vehicle to restart once the ignition has been turned off.
RPM programming procedure
NNOOTTEE::This programming step mmuussttbe completed if the tach is connected for the
BlackJax 5 to operate properly.
1. Drive the vehicle to a nearby open area and allow the engine to warm-up until
the RPMs drop to the normal idle speed.
2. With the engine still running, place the transmission in PARK (or NEUTRAL if the
vehicle has a manual transmission).
3. Enter installer-programming mode (with the ignition ON, enter the factory preset
valet code by pressing the button twice and the button once, then press
and hold the button for 13 seconds). Within the first 3-seconds, you will hear
one chirp. Continue holding the button until you hear three chirps - this
indicates that you are now in installer programming mode. Release the button.
4. Press the button of the PlainView 2 Switch once. After a 3-second pause, the
system will sound one chirp to confirm column one selection (see the
Installer-
Programmable Features section).
5. Press the button of the PlainView 2 Switch five times (you will hear a chirp
each time you press the button) to select row five. After a 2-second pause, you
will hear two chirps to confirm idle RPM has been set (if you hear just one chirp,
check the connection of the BLACK/GRAY wire, then repeat steps 1–5).
6. Turn the ignition OFF.

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speed programming procedure
NNOOTTEE::This programming step mmuussttbe completed if the speed sense setting is used
for the BlackJax 5 to operate properly.
to change read mode from tach to speed
1. Turn the ignition ON.
2. Enter installer programming mode (with the ignition ON, enter the factory preset
valet code by pressing the button twice and the button once, then press
and hold the button for 13 seconds). Within the first 3-seconds, you will hear
one chirp. Continue holding the button until you hear three chirps - this
indicates that you are now in installer programming mode. Release the button.
3. Press the button of the PlainView 2 Switch once. After a 3-second pause,
the system will sound one chirp to confirm column one selection (see the
Installer-
Programmable Features section).
4. Press the button of the PlainView 2 Switch twice (you will hear a chirp each
time you press the button) to select row two. After a 2-second pause, you will
hear one chirp indicating you are now in speed sense mode.
to set speed
1. Determine what the ideal speed will be for the vehicle's ignition to shut off.
2. Drive the vehicle to an open area or a local surface street.
3. Enter installer programming mode (with the ignition ON, enter the factory preset
valet code by pressing the button twice and the button once, then press
and hold the button for 13 seconds). Within the first 3-seconds, you will hear
one chirp. Continue holding the button until you hear three chirps - this
indicates that you are now in installer programming mode. Release the button.
4. Drive the vehicle to the desired minimum speed you would like the ignition to
shut off when BlackJax 5 initiates.
WWAARRNNIINNGG!!There mmuussttbe another technician in the car
to program the MPH while the vehicle is being driven, or
injury or death could result.

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5. Press the button of the PlainView 2 Switch once. After a 3-second pause, the
system will sound one chirp to confirm column one selection (see the Installer-
Programmable Features section).
6. Press the button of the PlainView 2 Switch five times (you will hear a chirp
each time you press the button) to select row five. After a 2-second pause, you
will hear either one or two chirps.
11cchhiirrppIndicates that the system has properly learned 0 MPH or; if the system was
programmed at more than 0 MPH, 1 chirp indicates that there was a fault
reading the speed sense input (check the connection on the BLACK/GRAY wire,
then repeat steps 1 - 5).
22cchhiirrppssConfirms the speed has been set.
programmable features
BlackJax 5 comes from the factory with its features preprogrammed as noted in bold
letters in the following tables. Some features can be programmed by the installer or
the user, others can only be programmed by the installer. There are two tables provid-
ed which define the user-programmable and installer-programmable features.
using the CliffordWizard Pro installation software
Cliffnet Wizard Pro provides access to all available system features and some that are
not available when manually programming with the Valet switch. Cliffnet Wizard Pro is
compatible with Microsoft Windows 95/98/2000/ME/XP/NT so most programming
operations can be accomplished by pointing and clicking with a mouse. This eliminates
the need for programming grids and lengthy programming sequences. For a complete
guide to system programming using the Cliffnet Wizard Pro refer to the Cliffnet Wizard
help menu. Otherwise, refer to the tables provided in the following sections.
programming the user-selectable features using the
PlainView 2 switch
1. Write down the column (across) number and row (down) number of the
feature(s) you wish to program.
2. Turn the ignition to the “ON” position or start the engine.
3. Enter the factory preset valet/programming code of “2” by pressing the
button twice, and then pressing the button once.

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4. After entering the code, press and hold the for about 3 seconds until you
hear one siren chirp and the LED turns on to acknowledge program mode entry.
The system is now in the “Feature Select” position for User-Programmable
Features.
5. Select the feature column: Press the unmarked button once. Pause. You will then
hear one chirp.
6. Within five seconds, select the feature row: Press and release the button the
same number of times as the feature’s row number. You’ll hear a chirp each time
you press the unmarked side to help you count.
7. If there is a NOTE for the selected feature, perform the actions noted.
8. Pause. You will hear either one or two chirps: Two chirps = ON, one chirp = OFF.
9. You can select another feature, or you can exit program mode:
a. To start over, repeat step 6 within the next five seconds (after five seconds,
three chirps indicat e that the system is now back in the “Feature Select”
position).
b. To select a different feature column, repeat step 5.
c. To exit program mode, turn the ignition off (you’ll hear three chirps and the
LED will turn off to indicate exit of program mode), or wait 60 seconds and
the system will automatically exit program mode.
For example: while the ignition is “ON,” choose the feature you want to change and
enter program mode. Select the feature’s column and row, wait for the on/off chirp
confirmation, then turn off the ignition
user-programmable features (1 chirp=off, 2 chirps=on)
Feature Select Description
*1 Not used
*2 Not used
*3 Not used
*4 Siren duration (3300/60/90) (11cchhiirrpp/2 chirps/3chirps)
*5 Not used
*6 Passive Immobilization (On/OOffff)
*7 Valet Code–should only be programmed by vehicle owner

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installer-programmable features (1 chirp=off, 2 chirps=on)
To access the installer-programmable features, follow the programming steps 1-4 on
the previous page and then continue to hold the button for 10 seconds until you
hear three chirps.
system check/troubleshooting
1. Start the car.
2. Open and close the door.
3. Press/release the brake.
zWait 25 seconds. You should hear 5 chirps. If not, go to step 1 below.
zThe brake lights will begin flashing. If not, go to step 2 below.
z30 seconds later, the siren should sound and car’s engine should die if the
engine is at or below the programmed RPM or speed level. If not, go to step
3 below.
zOnce the car is disabled, enter the valet code to disarm. If the system does
not disarm, go to step 4 below.
SStteepp11- BlackJax not initializing
1. Check the door trigger connection and polarity.
2. Check the brake trigger.
SStteepp22- Brake lights not flashing
1. Check brake light connection.
2. Check to make sure that the 20 amp fuse on the RED/WHITE wire is OK.
Feature Select Description
*1 Not used
*2 Program Speed (see Speed Programming )
*3 Not used
*4 Door Trigger Polarity (NNeeggaattiivvee/Positive) (11cchhiirrpp/2 chirps)
*5 Program RPM (see RPM Programming )
*6 Auxiliary Siren Output (Constant/PPuullsseedd) (1 chirp/22cchhiirrppss)

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SStteepp33- Car’s engine does not die.
1. Unplug the large 4-pin Molex connector while the car’s engine is running. If it
dies, replace the CPU. If the car stays running, the proper ignition wire was not
interrupted. Recheck the connections for ignition.
SStteepp44- Valet code does not work.
1. Test the valet code and switch operation. Enter programming mode using the
valet switch. If the system enters programming mode, the switch and valet code
are in operating order. If not, perform the following tests:
2. Check the WHITE/BROWN wire, ignition input is on and verify that it shows
+12V when the ignition is turned ON and +0V when the ignition is OFF. If not,
refer to the sections Ignition Immoblizer and Starter Immobilizer.
3. Test the WHITE wire at the control unit connector. It should rest at 5 volts. When
pressing the marked side, it should read 3 volts and when pressing the
unmarked side it should read 0 volts. If any reading is incorrect, move the
voltmeter to the BLACK wire at the valet switch. It should read 0 volts at rest, 0
volts when the marked side marked is pressed, and 0 volts when the unmarked
side is pressed. If the BLACK wire tests correctly and the WHITE wire does not,
replace the switch. If the BLACK wire tests incorrectly, repair the ground circuit.
If both wires test correctly, then the valet code has been changed. Use the
CliffNet Wizard Pro to reset the valet code.

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wiring reference section
two-point immobilizer wiring
Ignition Switch
From BlackJax 5
Module
H1 Connector
Cut Ignition
Cut Starter
White/Brown (Ignition Input +12V) Green/Blue (Ignition Output +12V) White/Red (Starter Input +12V) White/Red (Starter Output +12V)