Directed Electronics 400ESP User manual

Model 400ESP
Owner's Guide
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Limited Lifetime
Consumer Warranty
Directed Electronics, Inc. ("DEI®") promises to the original purchaser to repair or
replace with a comparable reconditioned model any of the purchased brand unit
(hereafter the "unit"), excluding without limitation the siren, the remote transmit-
ters, the associated sensors and accessories, which proves to be defective in work-
manship or material under reasonable use during the lifetime of the vehicle provided
the following conditions are met: the unit was professionally installed and serviced
by an authorized DEI dealer; the unit will be professionally reinstalled in the vehicle
in which it was originally installed by an authorized DEI dealer; and the unit is
returned to DEI, shipping prepaid with a legible copy of the bill of sale or other dated
proof of purchase bearing the following information: consumer's name, telephone
number and address; the authorized dealers name, telephone number and address;
complete product description, including accessories; the year, make and model of the
vehicle; vehicle license number and vehicle identification number. All components
other than the unit, including without limitation the siren, the remote transmitters
and the associated sensors and accessories, carry a one-year warranty from the date
of purchase of the same. This warranty is non-transferable and is automatically void
if: the original purchaser has not completed the warranty card and mailed it within
ten (10) days of the date of purchase to the address listed on the card; the unit's
date code or serial number is defaced, missing or altered; the unit has been modified
or used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose; the unit has been damaged by
accident, unreasonable use, neglect, improper service, installation or other causes
not arising out of defects in materials or construction. The warranty does not cover
damage to the unit caused by installation or removal of the unit. DEI, in its sole dis-
cretion, will determine what constitutes excessive damage and may refuse the return
of any unit with excessive damage. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW,
ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY, IMPLIED
WARRANTY, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE
AND WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, ARE
EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED; AND DEI NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON
OR ENTITY TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY DUTY, OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY IN CONNEC-
TION WITH ITS PRODUCTS. DEI DISCLAIMS AND HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY
FOR ANY AND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING ITS AUTHORIZED DEALERS
OR INSTALLERS. DEI SECURITY SYSTEMS, INCLUDING THIS UNIT, ARE DETERRENTS
AGAINST POSSIBLE THEFT. DEI IS NOT OFFERING A GUARANTEE OR INSURANCE
AGAINST VANDALISM, DAMAGE OR THEFT OF THE AUTOMOBILE, ITS PARTS OR CON-
TENTS; AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER, INCLUD-
ING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LIABILITY FOR THEFT, DAMAGE AND/OR VANDALISM.
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THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER LABOR COSTS FOR MAINTENANCE, REMOVAL OR
REINSTALLATION OF THE UNIT OR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND.
IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM OR A DISPUTE INVOLVING DEI OR ITS SUBSIDIARY, THE
PROPER VENUE SHALL BE SAN DIEGO COUNTY IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. CAL-
IFORNIA STATE LAWS AND APPLICABLE FEDERAL LAWS SHALL APPLY AND GOVERN
THE DISPUTE. THE MAXIMUM RECOVERY UNDER ANY CLAIM AGAINST DEI SHALL BE
STRICTLY LIMITED TO THE AUTHORIZED DEI DEALER'S PURCHASE PRICE OF THE
UNIT. DEI SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUD-
ING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES,
DAMAGES FOR THE LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF EARNINGS, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOSS OF
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND THE LIKE. NOTWITHSTANDING THE ABOVE, THE
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 that vary from State to State.
This product may be covered by a Guaranteed Protection Plan ("GPP"). See your
authorized DEI dealer for details of the plan or call DEI Customer Service at 1-800-
876-0800. DEI security systems, including this unit, are deterrents against possible
theft. DEI is not offering a guarantee or insurance against vandalism, damage or theft
of the automobile, its parts or contents; and hereby expressly disclaims any liability
whatsoever, including without limitation, liability for theft, damage and/or vandalism.
DEI does not and has not authorized any person or entity to create for it any other
obligation, promise, duty or obligation in connection with this security system.
Make sure you have all of the following information from your dealer:
A clear copy of the sales receipt, showing the following:
■Date of purchase
■Your full name and address
■Authorized dealer's company name and address
■Type of alarm installed
■Year, make, model and color of the automobile
■Automobile license number
■Vehicle identification number
■All security options installed on automobile
■Installation receipts
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Table of Contents
Limited Lifetime Consumer Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Standard Configuration Transmitter Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
What Is Included. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
FCC/ID Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Your Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Transmitter Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Standard Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Using Your System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Arming/Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Disarming/Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Disarming the FailSafe® Starter Kill without a Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Silent Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Valet Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Panic Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Rapid Resume Logic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Programming Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Owner Recognition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Security & Convenience Expansions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Glossary of Terms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Quick Reference Guide (Removable). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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Standard Configuration
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What is Included
■The control module
■A pair of two-button transmitters
■The red status LED indicator light
■A push-button Valet®switch
■Your warranty card
■Failsafe®Starter Kill ready circuitry (may require additional
labor)
Important Information
This system has been designed to provide years of trouble-free op-
eration. Due to the complexity of this system, it must only be
installed by an authorized dealer. Installation of this product by
any person other than an authorized dealer voids the warranty. All
dealers are provided with a preprinted dealer certificate to verify
that they are authorized.
This owner’s guide should help you to get the most out of your sys-
tem. Please take the time to read it thoroughly prior to using the
system.
You can print additional or replacement copies of this manual by
downloading this guide from the DEI website at www.dei.com.
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This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference re-
ceived, 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.
The system requires no specific maintenance. Your remote control
is powered by a miniature 12V battery, type GP23A, that will last
approximately one year under normal use. When the battery weakens,
operating range will be reduced and the LED on the remote will dim.
Your warranty card must be returned and the bar code serial num-
ber must not be removed. If the warranty card is not returned you
do not have a warranty. It is also necessary to keep your proof of
purchase which reflects that the product was installed by an au-
thorized dealer. Make sure you receive the warranty card from
your dealer.
Your Warranty
System Maintenance
FCC/ID Notice
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Transmitter Functions
Your vehicle keyless entry system is programmable, making it pos-
sible to assign any transmitter button to any specific receiver func-
tion. The transmitter initially comes programmed with Standard
Configuration, but may also be customized by an authorized deal-
er. The buttons in all of the instructions in this manual correspond
to a Standard Configuration transmitter.
Button
The arm/lock, disarm/unlock, and panic functions are controlled by
. Pressing for one second will alternately arm/lock or dis-
arm/unlock. Panic Mode is activated by pressing for 1.5 seconds.
Button
Silent Mode and an optional auxiliary function are controlled by
pressing . Silent Mode™ works by pressing for less than
one second prior to arming or disarming with the transmitter. An
optional auxiliary function is controlled by pressing and holding
for 1.5 seconds.
The auxiliary output controls _____________________________.
and Buttons
An optional auxiliary function that you have added to your system
can be activated by pressing and simultaneously.
The auxiliary output controls _____________________________.
Standard Configuration
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Using Your System
Pressing for one second will arm the system and lock the
doors. The red LED will begin to flash once per second. The
Failsafe® Starter Kill will prevent the vehicle’s starter from crank-
ing if it has been installed. If connected, the vehicle's horn will
honk and the parking lights will flash once to confirm arming of
the system. If the ignition is turned on while the system is armed
the horn will honk and the parking lights will flash (if connected).
NOTE: You must use your remote transmitter to lock the vehicle in order
for the system to be armed. Manually locking the vehicle does not arm
the system; it will only lock the doors. If you have not used the remote
transmitter to lock the vehicle doors (i.e. the vehicle has been locked using
the lock/unlock switch) the transmitter cannot be used to unlock the doors.
The system also can be programmed to arm the starter kill auto-
matically (called passive mode). If the system is programmed for
passive mode, it will automatically activate the starter kill 30 sec-
onds after the ignition is turned off. Passive mode is indicated by
rapid flashing of the LED after the ignition is turned off.
NOTE: For passive mode to be effective, the Failsafe® Starter Kill relay
must be installed.
If passive mode is programmed on, it is also possible to program
the system to lock the doors automatically. This is called passive
locking. If passive locking is turned on, care must be taken to pre-
vent the keys from being locked in the vehicle.
Arming/Locking
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