Code Alarm Ca 1053 User manual

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PROFESSIONAL
SERIES
ca 1053
Owner’s Guide
IMPORTANT NOTE: The operation of the Security and Convenience System as described in this manual is
applicable to most vehicles. However, due to the conguration of some vehicles, some functions AND/OR
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS may not apply. Please see your installing dealer for more information.
Vehicle Security and
Keyless Entry System

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Table of Contents
Using Your Remote Control.................................................................... 3
Arming the Security System .............................................................. 3
Passive Arming Bypass..................................................................... 3
Bypassing the Shock Sensor ............................................................ 3
Hidden Alarm Function ...................................................................... 3
Disarming the Security System ......................................................... 3
Valet Mode ........................................................................................ 4
Manually Overriding the Security System ......................................... 4
Eliminating Arm/Disarm Notication Chirps....................................... 4
Activating Trunk Release (optional)................................................... 4
Using the Car Finder Feature............................................................ 4
Using the Personal Protection Alarm................................................. 5
Car Jack Mode .................................................................................. 5
LED and Siren/Horn Indications.............................................................6
Transmitter Button Functions ................................................................ 7
Replacing Remote Control Batteries..................................................... 7
Warranty Information .............................................................................. 8

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Arming the Security System
To arm the system, exit the vehicle, close all doors, then press the button. The
parking lights will ash 2 times, indicating the system is armed, has locked the doors
(if equipped and connected) and activated the starter disable feature. The LED status
indicator will blink steadily, once per second.
NOTE: The system is equipped with a feature called Silent Choice. If enabled, the
system requires a second press of the button to activate an audible arming
response from the vehicle.
Passive Arming Bypass
If passive arming is enabled on your system, while the system is disarmed, press
2 times within 5 seconds, the system will respond with 1 chirp and the LED will turn
on. The security system will remain in this temporally bypassed state for as long as
you wish. To exit passive bypass, press the or button and the system will return
to normal status.
Bypassing The Shock Sensor
To arm the system and ignore the shock sensor press button, then within 5
seconds press + , the system will respond with 1 long chirp.
NOTE: The system will only change the shock sensor setting for one arm cycle and
will be defaulted back to normal operation the next time the system is armed.
Hidden Alarm Function
Press the button rst, within 3 seconds press the button to activate the hidden
alarm function. The security system will arm with “Hidden Alarm Function” in which the
siren / horn will be silenced if the system is triggered.
Disarming the Security System
To disarm the system press the button. The parking lights will ash 1 time,
indicating the system is disarmed and has unlocked the doors (if equipped and
connected).
NOTE: The system is equipped with a feature called Silent Choice. If enabled, the
system requires a second press of the button to activate an audible disarming
response from the vehicle.
*Throughout this manual, ‘press’ refers to pressing for less than 1 second; ‘press and hold’ refers to pressing for more
than 2 seconds.
Using Your Remote Control

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Valet Mode
When valet mode is activated the status LED will light solid, and all security
functions will be disabled. To enter or exit valet mode simply follow the 4 steps
outlined below:
1. Turn the vehicle’s ignition ON.
2. Push and hold the programming/valet button.
3. The LED will turn on solid when valet mode is active
4. Release the programming/valet button.
Manually Overriding the Security System
Your system can be disarmed without the use of the transmitter. This is necessary,
since you will need the ability to operate your vehicle if the transmitter is lost or its
battery fails. To by-pass the alarm system;
1. Open the vehicle door. The alarm will sound.
2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
3. Within 10 seconds, press and release the valet push button switch.
The alarm system will stop sounding and enter the (by-passed) mode. You can now
start and operate the vehicle normally.
Eliminating Arm / Disarm Notication Chirps
System ARM/DISARM chirps can be toggled ON or OFF without entering the
programming feature banks.
1. Turn the ignition ON then OFF.
2. Press and release the valet/programming button 3 times. The system
will respond with 1 chirp for ON or 2 chirps for OFF.
Activating the Trunk Release Feature (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the button for 3
seconds will open the vehicle’s trunk or hatch.
Using the Progressive Car Finder Feature
Press the button to locate your vehicle. The system will sound 5 times at low
volume.

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Using the Personal Protection Alarm (Panic)
Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to activate the personal protection alarm.
During panic mode, the normal function of the transmitter buttons will be suspended.
The transmitter’s and buttons can be used to lock and unlock the door (if the
option is installed). To stop the alarm, press and hold the button on the transmitter
again for 3 seconds. The system will automatically stop after 30 seconds.
Car Jack Mode
This feature must be turned on in system programming, please consult your installing
dealer.
Triggering Car Jack mode: While the ignition is ON and press and hold + for 2
seconds, the parking lights will ash 1 time and the system will act as follows;
1. 50 seconds after being triggered the siren will chirp for 15 seconds,
during this 15 seconds you will be alerted to push the valet button to
turn off Car Jack mode. If Car Jack mode is not turned off at this time it
will advance to the next step.
2. Following the 15 second chirps (total time now 65 seconds) the siren
will go into full sound and the parking lights will start ashing.
3. 90 seconds after trigger in, addition to the siren and parking lights, the
system will activate the starter kill. THE SYSTEM WILL REMAIN IN THIS
STATE UNTIL THE BATTERY IS DEPLETED.
OVERRIDE THE SYSTEM TO TURN OFF CAR JACK MODE: Turn the ignition OFF
then On and press the valet button within 10 seconds.

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LED and Siren/Horn Indications
LED Display Indications
LED Function
OFF DISARMED
SLOW FLASH ARMED
FAST FLASH PASSIVE ARMING
ON (SOLID) VALET MODE
2 FLASH... PAUSE ZONE 2 TRIGGER, HOOD/TRUNK
3 FLASH... PAUSE ZONE 3 TRIGGER, DOOR
4 FLASH... PAUSE ZONE 4 TRIGGER, SHOCK
5 FLASH... PAUSE ZONE 5 TRIGGER, IGNITION
Siren/Horn Indications
Chirps Function
1 DISARM
2 ARM
3 DOOR AJAR UPON ARMING
4 DISARM / TRIGGERED
5 CAR LOCATOR
Parking Light Flash Indications
Flashes Function
1 DISARM
2 ARM
3 DISARM / TRIGGERED
5 CAR LOCATOR

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Transmitter Button Functions
Replacing Remote Control Batteries
1-Way 4 Button Remote Control (part # CATX4)
The batteries (model CR2016) inside each remote control should last approximately 1
year under normal use. When the batteries become weak you will notice the remote
control range (the distance from the vehicle the remote control will work) deteriorate
and the small LED on the remote control will dim. To replace the remote control
batteries:
1. Unsnap and disassemble the halves of the remote control.
2. Remove the old batteries, observing the +/- symbols on the batteries and
replace with new CR2016 batteries.
3. Reassemble the halves of the remote control.
4. Test operation of the remote control.
Lock Unlock
Car Find /
Panic
Trunk Operation Method
Lock XPress and Release
Unlock XPress and Release
Trunk XPush and Hold (3 Sec)
Car FinderX
Press and Release
PanicX
Push and Hold (3 Sec)
Shock Bypass XX
Press and Release Lock then Press
Lock + Car Find (within 5 Sec)
Passi ve Arming
Bypass
XPress 2 Times (within 5 Sec)
Arm with
Hidden Alarm
Function
XX
Press Trunk then Lock (within 5
Sec)

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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Applies to Code Alarm Series Control Modules, Sirens, Sensors, and Relays.
Voxx Electronics Corporation (the Company) warrants to the original purchaser of this
product that should this product or any part thereof, (other than transmitters) under nor-
mal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship during the life-
time of the vehicle, in which it was originally installed from the date of original purchase
such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product, (at the
Company’s option) without charge for parts or repair labor. A transmitter is warranted for
12 months from the date of original purchase.
To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to
be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specication of
defect(s), transportation prepaid, to an approved warranty station. This Warranty is not
transferable.
This Warranty does not cover damage to the vehicle’s electrical system or costs
incurred for removal or reinstallation of the product. This Warranty does not cover bat-
teries, broken LCD or OLED display screens, nor apply to any product or part thereof
which, in the opinion of the Company, has suffered or been damaged through alteration,
improper installation, mishandling, misuse, abuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or
defacement of the factory serial number/bar code label(s).
This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL
BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. IN NO CASE
SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY. No person or rep-
resentative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed
herein in connection with the sale of this product.
The company does not warrant that this product cannot be compromised or circum-
vented. THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY
IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO
EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID
BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT WITHOUT COST OF INSTALLATION.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specic legal rights and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Voxx Electronics Corporation, 150 Marcus Blvd., Hauppauge, New York 11788 / 1-800-645-4994
128-9445

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FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including any interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Warning!
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.