Code Alarm CA 1550 User manual

2Way LCD Vehicle Security and
Keyless Entry System
IMPORTANT NOTE: The operation of the Security and Convenience System as described in this manual is
applicable to mostvehicles. However, due to the configuration of some vehicles, some functions AND/OR
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
may not apply. Please see your installing dealer for more information.
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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
Two Stage Door Unlock (optional) 4
Valet Mode 4
Manually Overriding the Security System 4
Activating Trunk Release (optional) 4
Activating Optional AUX 1(optional) 4
Using the Progressive Car Finder Feature 5
Using the Personal Protection Alarm 5
Eliminating Arm / Disarm Notification Chirps 5
Car Jack Mode 5
LED and Siren/Horn Indications 6
Additional 2-Way LCD Remote Control Functions 7
LCD Remote Control ICON's 9
Transmitter Button Functions 10
Replacing Remote Control Batteries 11
Warranty Information 13
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Using Your Remote Control
Arming the Security System
To arm the system, exit the vehicle, close all doors, then press the (1J button. The
parking lights will flash 2times, 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 defaulted with Silent Choice enabled, which requires a
second press of the
[IJ 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
~ + ~»)), the system will respond with 1chirp 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 8or Cd button and the system will return
to normal status.
Bypassing
The Shock Sensor
To arm the system and ignore the shock sensor press l2J button, then within 5
seconds press
&:l + ~»)) ,the system will respond with 1long 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 first, within 3seconds press the [IJ 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 flash 1time,
indicating the system is disarmed and has unlocked the doors (if equipped and
connected).
NOTE: The system is defaulted with Silent Choice enabled, which requires a
second press of the
(if button to activate an audible arming response from the
vehicle.
·Throughoutthis manual, 'press' refers to pressing for less than 1second; 'press and hold' refers to pressing for more
than 2seconds.
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Two Stage Door Unlock (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing the ,'(! button one time will
unlock only the driver's door. Press.? again within three seconds to unlock the
remaining doors.
Valet Mode
To engage valet mode:
1. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
2. Press and hold the emergency override button.
3. The LED will light solid indicating that the system is in valet mode.
When valet mode
is activated the status LED will light solid, and all security
functions will
be disabled.
To disengage valet Mode:
1. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
2. Press and release the emergency override button.
3. The LED will turn off indicating that the system has exited valet mode.
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 5seconds, 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.
Activating the Trunk Release Feature (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the (j button for 3
seconds will open the vehicle's trunk or hatch.
Activating Optional AUX 1 (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing the ':2 and ,'51 buttons
simultaneously will activate
an optional feature. This feature can be programmed
for awide range of functions like power window or sunroof automation, please
consult your installing dealer to determine the functionality of your system.
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Using the Progressive Car Finder Feature
Press the cj») button to locate your vehicle. The system will sound 5times at low
volume, increasing
in volume each time the button is pressed.
Using the Personal Protection Alarm (Panic)
Press and hold the cj»)) button for 3seconds to activate the personal protection
alarm. During panic mode, the normal function of the transmitter buttons will be
suspended. The transmitter's @and
ci1 buttons can be used to lock and unlock the
door (if the option
is installed). To stop the alarm, press and hold the cj») button on
the transmitter again for 3seconds. The system will automatically stop after 30
seconds.
Eliminating Arm / Disarm Notification 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 3times. The system will
respond with 1chirp for ON or 2chirps for OFF.
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 @+
riJ for 2
seconds, the parking lights will flash 1time 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 flashing.
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 UNTILTHE BATIERY IS DEPLETED.
OVERRIDETHE 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
OFF
SLOW FLASH
FAST FLASH
ON (SOLID)
2FLASH PAUSE
3FLASH PAUSE
4FLASH PAUSE
5FLASH PAUSE
Siren/Horn Indications
Chirps
1
2
3
4
5
Function
DISARMED
ARMED
PASSIVEARMING
VALET MODE
ZONE 2TRIGGER, HOODffRUNK
ZONE 3TRIGGER, DOOR
ZONE 4TRIGGER, SHOCK
ZONE 5TRIGGER, IGNITION
Function
DISARM
ARM
DOORAJAR UPONARMING
DISARM/TRIGGERED
CAR LOCATOR
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Parking Light Flash Indications
Flashes
Function
1DISARM
2ARM
3DISARM/TRIGGERED
5CAR LOCATOR
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Additional2-Way LCD Remote Control Functions
Check Vehicle Status
Press and release >' 2times then press 'if within 3seconds, the transmitter will
respond with one melody sound and display the current status of the vehicle.
Display Illumination
Press and hold the ,; button for 1second. The display will illuminate for 5
seconds.
Melody /Vibration Mode
To have the remote control vibrate, playa melody tone or both each time it receives
aresponse from the vehicle press and release [f then press and hold
&J for 2
seconds.
Button Beeps
To toggle button beeps on or off press and release J= then press and hold 0for 2
seconds.
Battery Save Mode
While in POWER SAVE MODE the 2-way LCD transmitter will NOT look for any
incoming signals from the main unit until abutton is pressed. The LCD screen will
display SAVE to indicate that power save mode
is ON. To enter power save mode
press and hold
~ for 5seconds.
Clear Flashing Icons and Melody Sound
Press the ~s button 3times within 3seconds. This will clear the melody sound and
flashing icons on the LCD screen.
Stopping LCD Trigger Melody
To stop the alarm trigger melody if the system has been triggered WITHOUT
disarming the system, press any button one time only, this will not send a
command to the vehicle at this time and the alarm will continue to sound.
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Button Lock
Press and release then press hold the for 2seconds to toggle the button lock
on or off.
Illumination
Press and release ~. 2times then press and hold for 2seconds to toggle
illumination
on or off. When on, the display will illuminate when it receives or
sends acommand.
2Car Mode
To control asecond security system enter 2car mode by pressing ~ then press
and it together for 3seconds. When the
Llli icon appears on the transmitter's LCD
screen it will control the second security system. Use the same method to exit 2
car mode and resume control of the original vehicle's security system.
NOTE: Asecond security system must
be installed and the LCD transmitter must be
learned to it before this feature will operate the additional system.
Parking Meter Countdown
The parking meter countdown timer has 6preset times, to access the preset times
and begin countdown press and release [f then press and hold
c:1»)) for 2seconds,
repeating this step to increase the countdown time.
Adjusting the Clock and Timer Settings
The clock, alarm clock and programmable countdown timer are accessed through
the Function Menu. Press and hold
~ for 3seconds to access the function menu,
u
once you have accessed the feature menu press and release [f to scroll through
each feature and follow the steps below to adjust the settings for each. Press and
hold
IF for 2seconds to exit the menu.
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Clock Hour
Clock Minute
Alarm Clock Hour
Alarm Clock Minute
Alarm Clock
ON /OFF
Countdown Timer Hour
Countdown Timer Minute
Countdown Timer
ON /OFF
Press
c:1»)) to increase or nto decrease
Press
c:1»)) to increase or nto decrease
Press
c:1»)) to increase or nto decrease
Press
c:1»)) to increase or nto decrease
Press
c:1»)) to turn ON or nto turn OFF
Press
c:1»)) to increase or nto decrease
Press
c:1»)) to increase or nto decrease
Press
c:1»)) to turn ON or nto turn OFF
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LCD Remote Control ICON's
~
LOCK
~
UNLOCK
£[%[MJ
SYSTEM ARMED
~~
VALET MODE
~«21»~
TRANSMITTING
€::=>
IGNITION ON/TRIGGER
~@IM
~
TRUNK TRIGGER
6J
DOOR TRIGGER
~
HOOD TRIGGER
?f~
FULL SHOCK TRIGGER
I}{]OO~
@G~
SYSTEM TRIGGER XTIME COUNT DOWN
~IDDD:
BATTERY INDICATOR
~~~~
BATTERY SAVE MODE
~~
VIBRATE/SILENT MODE tMELODY MODE
rill
2CAR MODE
:8B:BB
TIME DISPLAY
~
ALARM CLOCK
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Transmitter Button Functions
1Way
Lock Unlock Car Find I Trunk
Operation Method
Transmitter
Panic
Lock XPress and Release
Unlock
XPress and Release
2Step
Unlock XPress and Release 2times
Trunk XPush and Hold (3 Sec)
Car Finder XPress and Release
Panic XPush
and Hold (3 Sec)
AUX1 X X Push and Hold (3 sec)
Shock Bypass XXPress
and Release Lock then
Press Lock +Car Find
Hidden
Alarm X X Press and Release Car Fnd then
Press Lock
Passive
Arming
XXPress and Release
Bypass
2Way
Lock Unlock Car Find I Trunk Function Operation Method
Transmitter Panic
Lock XPress and Release
Unlock XPress and Release
2Step
Unlock
XPress and Release 2times
Trunk XPush
and Hold (3 Sec)
Car
Finder XPress and Release
Panic XPush
and Hold (3 Sec)
AUX1 X X Push and Hold (3 Sec)
Shock Bypass XXPress and Release Lock then
Press Lock +Car Find
Hidden Alarm X X Press and Release Car Fnd then
Press Lock
Passive Arming XXPress and Release
Bypass
Menu XPress and Release
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Replacing Remote Control Batteries
1-Way 4Button Remote Control:
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. Remove 3screws 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 and install the 3screws.
4. Test operation of the remote control.
2-way LCD Remote Control:
The CR2450 battery inside the 2-way LCD remote control should last approximately 6
months 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 BATTERY icon
on the LCD remote control will show.
1. Gently slide the battery cover off of the remote control.
2. Remove the old CR2450 battery, observing the +/- symbols on the battery, and
replace with anew CR2450 battery.
3. Gently slide the battery cover on to the back of the remote control.
4. Test operation of the remote control.
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Code Systems, Inc. LimitedLifetime Warranty
Code Systems Inc. ("CODE") warrants to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this CODE
vehicle security product (the "Product"), purchased from
an authorized CODE dealer, that (except as
provided below) should this Product under normal use and conditions, be proven defective
in
material or workmanship DURING THE LIFETIME OF THE VEHICLE IN WHICH IT WAS ORIGI-
NALLY INSTALLED, such defect(s) will
be repaired or replaced (at CODE's option) without charge for
parts directly related to repairs of the defect(s).
Switches, indicator lights, and transmitter cases are similarly warranted to the original
purchaser for aperiod of one (1) year from the date of purchase of the Product.
CODE accessories, sold separately, are covered
by the applicable warranty accompa-
nying the accessory.
This warranty
is non-transferable, non-assignable and is voided when: (1) the Product is
removed from the vehicle in which it was originally installed; or (2) the vehicle in which the Product
was originally installed
is transferred to another party.
This warranty does not apply to any product damaged by accident, physical or electrical
abuse, improper installation, alteration, or use contrary to its intended function, fire, flood, or other
natural acts.
In order for the Product to be repaired or replaced under the terms of this warranty, the
defective Product must
be returned to an authorized CODE dealer and accompanied by acopy of
the retail sales receipt. The date of purchase and year, make and model of the vehicle
in which the
Product was originally installed must
be clearly indicated on the sales receipt.
This warranty
is exclusive and CODE MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MER-
CHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY.
IN NO CASE SHALL CODE BE LIABLE FOR ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WAR-
RANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER.
CODE does not warrant that the Product cannot be compromised or circumvented. THE EXTENT OF
CODE'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY
IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
PROVIDED ABOVE AND,
IN NO EVENT SHALL CODE'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE
PRICE PAID BY THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT WITHOUT INSTALLATION
LABOR.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state
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Audiovox Electronics Corporation.
Customer Service 1-800-421-3209
WWW.CODE-ALARM.COM
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 modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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R410-191-850

i=»r::l OFESSIONAL
SEr::lIES
2Way Security and Keyless Entry
Installation Guide
CA 1550
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Table of Contents
Before You Begin 3
Wire Connection Guide 4
5Pin Main Harness 5
9Pin Input /Output Harness 6
3Pin Door Lock Output Harness 9
Additional Ports 13
Antenna /LED /Programming Port
13
DBI Port 13
Set Up &Programming 14
Transmitter Programming 14
Manual Feature Programming 14
Programming Feature Banks 15
Adjusting the Shock Sensor 16
Testing the Shock Sensor 16
Dome Light Delay/Theater Dimming 16
Chirp Delete -User Accessible 16
Feature Descriptions 17
Transmitter Button Functions 20
Security Trigger
Zones 21
System Layout 22
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION
STRONGLY RECOMMENDED
InstallstionPfecsutions:
. ,~.' -. .:';-,~ .- --- .
Roll down window to avoid locking keys in vehicle
during installation
Avoid mounting components or routing wires near
hot
su rfaces
... ,
0-
Avoid mounting components or routing wires near
moving parts
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Tape or loom wires under hood for protection and
appearance
[ilj,
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r " ,., •....... ,." ' •• "."., .•. 1""" '. ;
~
~I._J'
• -;?"'-
no _C·
o.
Use grommets when routing wires through metal
surfaces
Use aDigital Multi Meter for testing and verifying
circuits. DO NOT USE ATEST LIGHT, OR
"COMPUTER SAFE PROBE" as these can set off air
bags or damage vehicle computers.
'" 0-.' '
•
.. ..
'.'
Technical Support [phone]
or go to
http://techservices.codesystems.com
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5Pin Main Harness
WHITE/RED PARKING LIGHT INPUT
zWHITE PARKING LIGHT OUTPUT
«
~
BLACK GROUND
z
a...
BROWN SIREN OUTPUT ( + )
U')
RED BATTERY 12V ( +)
9Pin Input IOutput Harness
BLUEIWHITE INSTANT TRIGGER INPUT ( - )
I-
GREEN DOOR TRIGGER INPUT ( - )
:::)
a...
ORANGE GROUND WHEN ARMED OUTPUT
(-)
I-
:::) PURPLE DOOR TRIGGER INPUT
(+)
0
--
I-
YELLOW IGNITION INPUT ( + )
:::)
a...
zREDIWHITE TRUNK RELEASE OUTPUT ( - )
z
a:
BROWN/BLACK HORN OUTPUT ( - )
(j)
VIOLET/BLACK AUX 1 ( - )
LT GREEN/BLACK FACTORY DISARM OUTPUT
(-)
3Pin Lock Output Harness
z:::S:::
-u
a... 0
N...,J
BLUE
OPEN
GREEN
UNLOCK
(- )
LOCK
(- )
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5Pin Main Harness
WHITE/RED
WHITE
PARKING LIGHT INPUT
PARKING LIGHT OUTPUT
Locate the parking light output wire at the vehicle's light switch.
Verification: This wire registers positive voltage when the parking lights are
turned on.
Positive switching Parking Lights:
Connect the WHITE/RED wire to a
15 Amp max fused battery source.
Connect the WHITE wire to the parking light output wire.
Negative switching Parking Lights:
Connect the WHITE/RED wire to agood chassis ground.
Connect the WHITE wire to the parking light output wire.
3BLACK GROUND
Connect the BLACK wire to asolid chassis ground point using aring terminal and
self tapping screw (not supplied). Scrape away paint from the grounding point to
ensure agood connection. The recommended grounding point is ametal surface
in the driver's side kick panel area.
NOTE: Do not ground the BLACK wire with any other vehicle components.
4BROWN SIREN OUTPUT (+ )
Locate asuitable mounting location in the engine compartment for the siren, away
from moving parts.
With the bell of the siren aiming downwards, secure the siren
in place using self
tapping screws, being careful not do drill into any hoses, wiring or components.
Connect the BLACK siren wire
to achassis ground using aring terminal and self
tapping screw (not supplied).
Route the BROWN siren output wire from the control module through the firewall
and connect to the RED wire
on the siren.
NOTE: Be sure to loom the siren wires, and seal the grommet.
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