CompuSTAR 2000R User manual

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CompuStar 2000AS
CompuStar 2000ASCompuStar 2000AS
CompuStar 2000AS
By Firstech, Inc
OWNER’S GUIDE
website: www.compustar.org

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTSTABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction………………………………………………………………………….. 3
Limited Lifetime Consumer Warranty…………………………………………….. 3
Important Information………………………………………………………………. 4
System Maintenance…………………………………………………………… 4
Your Warranty……………………………………………………………….….. 5
FCC/ID Notice………………………………………………………………….. 5
Remote-Pager ……………………………………………………………………… 6
Remote-Pager CompuGLO color LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)…………… 6
Remote-Pager Button Functions……………………………………………….7
Using Your System…………………………………………………………………. 8
Alarm Mode…………………………………………………………………….... 8
Panic Mode……………………………………………………………………….8
Auto-start Function……………………………………………………………… 9
Query Function………………………………………………………………….. 10
Reservation Mode (Manual Transmission only)……………………………...10
Safety Shutdown Features……………………………………………………...11
VPS (Vehicle Paging System)…………………………………………………. 11
Optional Auxiliary 1 & Auxiliary 2……………………………………………....12
Valet Mode………………………………………………………………………..12
Valet Switch………………………………………………………………………12
Dual Stage Shock Sensor……………………………………………………… 13
Timer Start Mode………………………………………………………………...13
Additional Features………………………………………………………………….14
Second Car Mode………………………………………………………………..14
Adding an Additional Remote-Pager………………………………………….. 14
Programming Options with the Remote-Pager………………………………. 15
Super High-Frequency……………………………………………………………... 17
Security & Convenience Expansions……………………………………………...17
Frequently Asked Questions………………………………………………………. 17
Registration Card…………………………………………………………………… 19

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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing CompuStar, a state-of-the-art Two-Way alarm/remote start
systems for your vehicle. We, at Firstech, Inc., are constantly researching and
developing to make you and your vehicle safe and more comfortable. Security and
comfort, that’s what Firstech, Inc. is all about.
CompuStar 2000AS system consists of the following two devices:
Brain: This 5 inch by 3.5 inch by 1 inch rectangular black box is the “brain” of the
CompuStar 2000AS system by transmitting and receiving functions from the remote-
pager unit using a unique FM frequency for up to a ¼ mile distance. This allows the
brain to perform car tasks such as remote keyless entry, auto-start and security
alerts.
Remote-Pager: This device allows the user to activate multiple functions of the
CompuStar 2000AS brain such as auto-start, keyless entry, and security features by
pressing a combination of 4 buttons on the unit for up to a ¼ mile distance. Also,
the unique color LCD display called CompuGlo allows the user to visually and
audibly monitor the security status of your car at all times.
LIMITED LIFETIME
LIMITED LIFETIMELIMITED LIFETIME
LIMITED LIFETIME CONSUMER
CONSUMERCONSUMER
CONSUMER WARRANTY
WARRANTYWARRANTY
WARRANTY
Firstech, Inc. Warrants to the original purchaser that this product shall be free of
defects in material and workmanship under normal use and circumstances for the
period of time that the original owner of this product owns the vehicle in which it is
installed; except that the remote controller unit for the period of one year from the
date of installation to the original owner of this product. When the original purchaser
returns the product to the retail store where it was purchased or pre-paid postal to
Firstech, Inc., 801 E. 82nd Ave. Suite 1, Anchorage, Alaska 99518, USA within the
warranty period, and if the product is defective, Firstech, Inc, will at its option repair
or replace such.
“TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES
ARE EXCLUDED BY THE MANUFACTURER AND EACH ENTITY
PARTICIPATING IN THE STREAM OF COMMERCE THEREWITH. THIS
EXCLUSION INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO, THE EXCLUSION OF ANY
AND ALL WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR ANY AND ALL

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WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR AHY AND
ALL WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF PATENTS, IN THE UNITED
STATES OF ANERICA AND/OF ABROAD. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR
ANY ENTITIES CONNECTED THEREWITH SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE OR
LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, DAMAGES
FOR LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF EARNINGS, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOSS OF
ECOMONIC OPPORTUNITY AND THE LIKE. NOTHWITHSTANDING THE
ABOVE, MANUFACTURER DOES OFFER A LIMITED WARRANTY TO REPLACE
OR REPAIR THE CONTROL MODULE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. Some states do
not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty will last or the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary State to State.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONIMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Congratulations on the purchase of your high-tech vehicle security system and
remote auto-starter. This system has been designed to provide years of trouble-free
operation. Due to the complexity of this system, it must only be installed by an
authorized CompuStar dealer for full warranty and technical support. Installation of
this product by anyone other than an authorized dealer voids the warranty.
The owner’s guide should help you to get the most out of your system. Please take
time to read it thoroughly prior to using this system. Additional copies or
replacement copies of this manual may be downloaded from the Firstech, Inc
website: www.compustar.org
System Maintenance
System MaintenanceSystem Maintenance
System Maintenance
This system requires no specific maintenance. Your remote-pager unit is powered
by a single standard AAA battery which will last approximately 3 to 6 month under
normal use depending on the make and model of your vehicle. There is a battery
icon in the lower right corner of the CompuGLO LCD indicating remaining battery life.
When the battery weakens, the operating range will be reduced and the CompGlo
LCD will dim. Contact your authorized CompuStar dealer if you have additional
questions.

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Your Warranty
Your WarrantyYour Warranty
Your Warranty
The product’s warranty is automatically void if its date code or serial number is
defaced, missing, or altered. This warranty will not be valid unless you have
completed the registration card and mailed it to Firstech, Inc., within 10 days after
the purchase to the address listed on the card.
FCC/ID Notice
FCC/ID NoticeFCC/ID Notice
FCC/ID Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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 interference that
may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
--Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
--Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
--Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
--Consult your Authorized CompuStar dealer.

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REMOTE
REMOTEREMOTE
REMOTE-
--
-PAGER
PAGERPAGER
PAGER
This 5 channel transmitter that allows you to activate multiple functions by pressing
a combination of 4 buttons on the unit in order to transmit signals for up to a ¼ mile
distance. Press Buttons (II+III) for a ½ second to make your remote-pager mute. A
vibration icon will appear on the upper left-hand corner of your CompuGLO LCD
indicating that you are in remote-pager mute mode.
Remote
RemoteRemote
Remote-
--
-Pager CompuGLO color LCD
Pager CompuGLO color LCDPager CompuGLO color LCD
Pager CompuGLO color LCD
The remote-pager comes with CompuGlo which is a unique color LCD display that
visually tells the vehicle owner the security status of your car at all times. There are
differing icons that will appear on your CompuGLO indicating what your vehicle is
currently doing.
Second Car Shock Timer Hammer Light
Trunk
Vibration Exhaust Fumes
Valet Door
Parking
Lights Battery Life
Car Siren VPS Lock Arm/Disarm Transmitting

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Remote
RemoteRemote
Remote-
--
-Pager Button Functions
Pager Button FunctionsPager Button Functions
Pager Button Functions
The user can activate differing functions of CompuStar 2000AS system by pressing
one or two buttons simultaneously [ex. (I+IV)] located on the antenna side of your
CompuStar remote-pager.
Channel Button Press for Function Factory
Setting
1. I 1/2 sec Alarm Mode - On/Off
VPS - on/off
2. II 1/2 sec Auxiliary Option 1
3. III 1/2 sec Auxiliary Option 2
4. IV 1/2 sec Query Function
5. I 2 sec Panic Mode - On/Off
6. II 2 sec Auto-start Function - On/Off
7. III 2 sec Trunk Lock - On/Off
8. IV 2 sec CompuGlo LCD Light - On/Off On
9. (I+II) 1/2 sec Car Siren (mute) - On/Off On
10. (I+III) 1/2 sec Valet Mode - On/Off Off
11. (I+IV) 1/2 sec Shock Sensor - On/Off On
12. (II+III) 1/2 sec Remote-Pager Beep (mute) -
On/Off
On
13. (II+IV) 1/2 sec Timer Start Mode - On/Off Off
14. (III+IV) 1/2 sec 2nd Car - On/Off Off
15. (I+II) 2 sec Programming Option 1
16. (I+III) 2 sec Programming Option 2
Note: ( ) means simultaneously pressing the buttons

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USING YOUR SYSTEM
USING YOUR SYSTEMUSING YOUR SYSTEM
USING YOUR SYSTEM
Your CompuStar 2000AS system has many different modes and functions that can
be activated by using your remote-pager unit.
Alarm Mode
Alarm ModeAlarm Mode
Alarm Mode
You can arm or disarm alarm mode by pressing Button Ifor a ½ second. When
armed, a bolted padlock icon will appear on your CompuGLO LCD indicating that
your car doors are locked. Also, your car will chirp when you arm or disarm your
car. Press Buttons (I+II) for a ½ second to make your car siren mute when arming
or disarming your vehicle. A car siren icon will appear on the bottom left-hand
corner of your CompuGLO LCD indicating that you are in car siren mute mode.
Keep in mind that your car siren will still activate for all other modes (i.e. panic,
shock sensor, etc) regardless of whether or not your car siren is in mute mode.
When alarm mode is armed, the remote-pager security alerts will be triggered
by the following:
•Unauthorized car door opening will activate the car siren for 30 to 60 seconds
and the parking lights will flash for 60 seconds. The remote-pager will be
notified audibly and the door icon will appear in the CompuGLO LCD.
•Unauthorized trunk door opening will activate the car siren for 30 to 60 seconds
and the parking lights will flash for 60 seconds. The remote-pager will beep
and the trunk door icon will appear in the CompuGLO LCD.
•Optional starter kill function: This feature disengages the starter mechanism on your car, which
prevents you from starting your car even with a manual key when your vehicle’s alarm mode is
activated. The optional starter kill function can be installed by your local authorized CompuStar
dealer for an additional charge.
•Note: (Siren duration is 30 sec to 60 sec. Please refer to programming section for more detail.)
Panic Mode
Panic ModePanic Mode
Panic Mode
Panic Mode allows the owner to draw attention to the car in case of an emergency
or in order to easily locate your vehicle in a large parking lot. Press Button I for 2
seconds on the remote-pager to enter Panic Mode. In this mode, the car will arm if
not armed already and the siren will activate and the parking lights will flash. In
order to disengage Panic Mode, press Button Ifor a ½ second. Then, press Button
Ifor a ½ second to unlock/disarm your vehicle.

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Auto
AutoAuto
Auto-
--
-Start Function
Start FunctionStart Function
Start Function
Press Button II for 2 seconds to auto-start an automatic transmission engine. You
will hear one beep from your remote-pager if there is successful communication with
your vehicle. The engine will start and give you a visual confirmation by an exhaust
fume icon coming out from the tailpipe on the remote-pager CompuGlo LCD. A
manual key in the ignition is required to drive the car. In addition, the anti-grind
circuit prevents you from wearing down the ignition mechanism in your car when
you start it. For manual transmission vehicles, please use reservation mode.
The engine will run 15 minutes (25 min for diesel) to 25 minutes (40 min for diesel)
and then shut off. If your remote-pager has a problem starting the vehicle,
CompuStar will try 2 additional times. If the engine does not start after the 3rd
attempt, please call your authorized CompuStar dealer.
Note: In order to change the duration of engine running time once auto-start is
engaged, please contact your local authorized CompuStar dealer.
Diagnosis problems with Auto-Start
If there is a problem in auto-starting your car, you will hear three chirps when you
attempt to auto-start the car. Wait for 2 seconds and the cause for the error will be
indicated by the number of times the car chirps and parking lights flash.
Error Number (# of times the car
chirps & parking lights flash)
Error Reason
1 Engine On
2 Key On
3 Door Open
4 Trunk Open
5 Brake On
6 Hood Open
7 Reservation Off (Manual Transmission Only)

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Query Function
Query FunctionQuery Function
Query Function
Query Function allows the owner to visually monitor the status of your car by looking
at the remote-pager CompuGlo LCD. Press Button IV for a ½ second to activate the
Query Function.
Reservation Mode
Reservation ModeReservation Mode
Reservation Mode (
((
(manual transmission
manual transmissionmanual transmission
manual transmission only)
only)only)
only)
In order to auto-start your manual transmission car, you must first set the
CompuStar system to Reservation Mode before leaving your vehicle. The purpose
of Reservation Mode is to leave the transmission gear in the neutral position when
you leave your vehicle. Reservation mode is intended for use in MANUAL
TRANSMISSIONS ONLY and NOT FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.
Reservation Mode must be engaged each and every time you leave your manual
transmission car in order to auto-start the vehicle.
Note: The system is not recommended for vehicles with removable tops.
Important Requirements to activate Reservation Mode
The transmission must be in the NEUTRAL position.
The vehicle windows must be rolled up.
Do not set the reservation mode with people in the vehicle.
Do not auto-start the car with people in the vehicle.
Activating Reservation Mode (MANUAL TRANSMISSION ONLY)
Step 1: After arriving at your destination, and BEFORE TURNING YOUR ENGINE
OFF, place the transmission in the Neutral position.
Step 2: Remove your foot from the foot brake.
Step 3: Activate the parking brake.
Step 4. Remove the key from the ignition. The engine will remain running.
Step 5. Exit the vehicle and close the door within two minutes from activating the
parking break. The engine will shut off and reservation mode for the remote
starter is now complete.
Your vehicle is now ready for auto-starting. However, the reservation mode will
be cancelled if the door is opened or the CompuStar system is put in Valet mode
after the reservation has been set. Once cancelled, you will have to start the