Directed Electronics 551R Series User manual

551R Series
Owner's Guide
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Limited Lifetime
Consumer Warranty
For a period of one calendar year from the date of purchase of this auto-security
device, Directed Electronics, Inc. promises to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER to repair or
replace (with a comparable reconditioned model), free of cost, any electronic control
module which proves to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use,
SO LONG AS THE SYSTEM WAS SOLD, INSTALLED, AND SERVICED BY A PROFESSIONAL
AUTO INSTALLER, AND REMAINS IN THE CAR IN WHICH THE SYSTEM WAS ORIGINALLY
INSTALLED. If warranty service is necessary you must have a clear copy of your sales
receipt containing all of the information shown on the following page.
After the first calendar year, from the date of purchase of this auto-security device,
Directed Electronics, Inc., promises to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER to repair or replace
(with a comparable reconditioned model) any electronic control module which proves
to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use FOR A CHARGE OF
$45.00, SO LONG AS THE SYSTEM WAS SOLD, INSTALLED, AND SERVICED BY A PRO-
FESSIONAL AUTO INSTALLER, AND REMAINS IN THE CAR IN WHICH THE SYSTEM WAS
ORIGINALLY INSTALLED. If warranty service is necessary you must have a clear copy
of your sales receipt containing all of the information shown on the following page.
This warranty contains the entire agreement relating to warranty and supersedes all
previous and contemporaneous representations or understandings, whether written or
oral. IN ANY EVENT, DEI IS NOT LIABLE FOR THE THEFT OF THE VEHICLE AND/OR ITS
CONTENTS.
This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident, unreasonable use,
neglect, improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or
construction. This warranty is nontransferable and does not apply to any unit that
has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose and does not
cover batteries. The unit in question must be returned to the manufacturer, postage
prepaid. This warranty does not cover labor costs for the removal, diagnosis, trou-
bleshooting or reinstallation of the unit. For service on an out-of-warranty product a
flat rate fee by model is charged. Contact your authorized dealer to obtain the ser-
vice charge for your unit.
These systems are a deterrent against possible theft. Directed Electronics, Inc. is not
offering a guarantee or insuring against the theft of the automobile or its contents
and disclaims any liability for the theft of the vehicle and/or its contents. Directed
Electronics does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or lia-
bility in connection with this security system.
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TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUD-
ED BY THE MANUFACTURER AND EACH ENTITY PARTICIPATING IN THE STREAM OF COM-
MERCE THEREWITH. THIS EXCLUSION INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO THE EXCLU-
SION OF ANY AND ALL WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR ANY AND ALL WAR-
RANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR ANY AND ALL WARRANTY OF
NON-INFRINGEMENT OF PATENTS, IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND/OR
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, TOWING,
REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF EARNINGS, COMMERCIAL
LOSS, LOSS OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND THE LIKE. NOTWITHSTANDING 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 from state to state.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
This product 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 com-
pleted the warranty card and mailed it to Directed Electronics, Inc. within 10 days
after purchase to the address listed on the warranty registration card.
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 system 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
What Is Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Important Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Your Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
FCC/ID Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Transmitter Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Standard Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Using Your System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Warning! Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Unlocking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Ignition Controlled Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Timer Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Valet®Take-Over. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Using Remote Start with Factory Remote Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Programming Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Quick Reference Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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Standard Configuration
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What is Included
■The control module
■A two-button transmitter
■A push-button programming switch
■Your warranty card
■A shut-down toggle switch
Important Information
Congratulations on the purchase of your remote start keyless entry
system. This system has been designed to provide years of trouble-
free operation. By carefully reading this owner's guide prior to
using your system, you will maximize the use of this system and
its features. Additional or replacement copies of this guide can be
printed by accessing the DEI internet website at www.directed.com.
The system requires no specific maintenance. Your remote is pow-
ered by a miniature 12V battery, type GP23A, that lasts approxi-
mately one year under normal use. When the battery weakens, the
LED on the remote will dim and operating range will be reduced.
System Maintenance
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Your warranty card must be completely filled out and returned
within 10 days of purchase. Your product warranty will not be hon-
ored if your warranty card is not returned. Make sure that you
receive the warranty card from your dealer.
This device complies with Part 15 of 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 interfer-
ence received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to oper-
ate this device.
This product is designed for fuel injected, automatic transmission
vehicles only. Use of this product in a standard transmission vehi-
cle is dangerous and contrary the product's intended use.
Caution
FCC/ID Notice
Your Warranty
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Transmitter Functions
The receiver uses a computer-based learn routine to learn the
transmitter buttons. This makes it possible to assign any specific
transmitter button, or combination of buttons, to any receiver
function. The transmitter initially comes programmed with the
Standard Configuration, but may also be customized by an autho-
rized dealer. Unless otherwise specified, the buttons used in all of
the instructions in this manual correspond to a Standard
Configuration transmitter.
Button I
The door locking and unlocking functions are controlled by press-
ing .
Button II
Timer Mode is controlled by .
Button I and II
The remote start function of your system is controlled by pressing
and simultaneously.
Standard Configuration
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Using Your System
The following safety warnings must be observed at all times:
■Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this
product must only be performed by an authorized DEI dealer.
■When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via
a command signal from the remote control transmitter.
Therefore, never operate the system in an enclosed area or
partially enclosed area without ventilation (such as a garage).
When parking in an enclosed or partially enclosed area or
when having the vehicle serviced, the remote start system
must be disabled using the installed toggle switch. It is the
user's sole responsibility to properly handle and keep out of
reach from children all remote control transmitters to assure
that the system does not unintentionally remote start the
vehicle. THE USER MUST INSTALL A CARBON MONOXIDE
DETECTOR IN OR ABOUT THE LIVING AREA ADJACENT TO THE
VEHICLE. ALL DOORS LEADING FROM ADJACENT LIVING
AREAS TO THE ENCLOSED OR PARTIALLY ENCLOSED VEHICLE
STORAGE AREA MUST AT ALL TIMES REMAIN CLOSED. These
precautions are the sole responsibility of the user.
■Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended mode
of operation may result in property damage, personal injury,
Warning! Safety First
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or death. (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with the vehi-
cle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with the
keys in the ignition. The user must also have the neutral safe-
ty feature of the vehicle periodically checked, wherein the
vehicle must not remotely start while the car is in gear. This
testing should be performed by an authorized DEI dealer in
accordance with the Safety Check outlined in the product
installation guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease remote
start operation immediately and consult with the authorized
DEI dealer to fix the problem.
■After the remote start module has been installed, contact your
authorized dealer to have him or her test the remote start
module by performing the Safety Check outlined in the prod-
uct installation guide. If the vehicle starts when performing
the Neutral Safety Shutdown Circuit test, the remote start unit
has not been properly installed. The remote start module must
be removed or the installer must properly reinstall the remote
start system so that the vehicle does not start in gear. All
installations must be performed by an authorized DEI dealer.
OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE
STARTS IN GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF
OPERATION. OPERATING THE REMOTE START SYSTEM UNDER
THESE CONDITIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR
PERSONAL INJURY. YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY CEASE THE USE
OF THE UNIT AND SEEK THE ASSISTANCE OF AN AUTHORIZED
DEI DEALER TO REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED
REMOTE START MODULE. DEI WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSI-
BLE OR PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS.
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Pressing for one second will lock the doors. The parking lights
will flash once to confirm that the doors are locked.
NOTE: Power door lock control is an optional feature. Extra parts and
labor may be necessary for your system to interface with your vehicle’s
power door locks.
To unlock the doors press for one second. The parking lights
will flash twice to confirm that the doors are unlocked.
If power door locks have been
connected to your system,
the vehicle's door will lock
three seconds after the
ignition has been turned on
and unlock when the ignition
is turned off.
NOTE: If the ignition is turned on while the vehicle is remote started the
doors will not lock until the remote start shuts off. To avoid being locked
out of the vehicle, do not turn the ignition on until you are ready to drive
the vehicle.
Ignition Controlled Door Locks
Unlocking
Locking
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This feature allows you to remotely start and run your vehicle for
a programmable period of time. This makes it possible to warm up
the engine, as well as adjust the interior temperature of the vehi-
cle with the climate control system. If interior heating or cooling
is desired, the climate controls must be preset, and the fan blower
must be set to the desired level prior to remote starting the
vehicle.
IMPORTANT! (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with the vehicle in gear,
and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with the key in the ignition.
To remote start the vehicle:
1. Simultaneously press and on the transmitter for one
second.
2. The parking lights will flash to confirm remote start operation.
3. Once the vehicle has started, it will run for the pre-program-
med period of time (12, 24, or 60 minutes) or until a shut-
down input is triggered.
When you are ready to drive the vehicle:
1. Insert the ignition key and turn it to the ON
(not the START) position.
2. Press the brake pedal.
NOTE: If the brake pedal is pressed before the key is
in the ON position, the engine will shut down.
Remote Start
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While the vehicle is running during remote start operation, the
system will monitor the vehicle and will automatically shut down
the engine if the system receives any of the following shut-down
inputs:
■The brake pedal is pressed.
■The hood is opened.
■The shutdown toggle switch is put into the ON position.
■The pre-programmed run time has elapsed.
■Buttons and are pressed again.
To shut down the remote start and turn off the engine:
■Step on the brake pedal, or
■Press and for one second.
Timer Mode automatically starts the engine and runs it for a pre-
programmed time period, every three hours for a total of six oper-
ation cycles. This feature helps to ensure that your engine will
start in the morning after a night of extremely cold temperatures.
IMPORTANT! This feature must only be used in open areas, never in an
enclosed area such as a garage.
To enter Timer Mode:
1. Start the vehicle by pressing and releasing and .
2. Press and release .
3. Within two seconds press and release and again.
Timer Mode
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The engine will shut down and the parking lights will flash four
times. The engine will then restart to confirm that Timer Mode has
been entered.
The engine may be allowed to run for its preset time or can be
shut down by pressing Buttons and again. Either way, it
will restart every three hours for a total of six cycles. If the unit
receives a shutdown input while operating in the timer mode the
engine will stop, but will restart, on schedule, again in three hours!
To exit Timer Mode:
Timer Mode can be exited by turning the ignition on with the key
any time the engine is not running. You can also exit Timer Mode
manually from the transmitter by following these steps:
1. Start the engine by pressing and .
2. Press and release .
3. Within two seconds press and release and again.
4. The engine will shut down and the parking lights will flash
four times to confirm that Timer Mode has been exited. If the
car has already been remote started, skip Step One.
The Valet®Take-Over feature allows the vehicle to remain running
after the key has been removed from the ignition. This feature is
useful for occasions when you wish to exit and lock the vehicle for
short periods of time, but would like to leave the motor running
and the climate controls on.
Valet®Take-Over
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To perform Valet Take-Over:
1. Before turning off the engine, press and release and
on the transmitter (or press and release the optional Momen-
tary switch).
2. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
(The engine will stay running.)
3. The engine will run until the pre-programmed time elapses or
a shut-down input is received. (See the previous Remote Start
section for a complete list of shut-down inputs.)
NOTE: This feature will not work if the brake pedal is being pressed.
This remote start system is also designed to interface with most
original equipment from manufacturer (OEM) factory remote sys-
tems. The Remote Start/Valet Take-Over sequence can be pro-
grammed to initiate with one to three (1-3) presses of one of the
OEM transmitter buttons. Consult with your dealer to determine
the transmitter button and the number of presses (1-3) that have
been programmed for this sequence. Spaces are provided below for
writing in the button and number of button presses.
OEM transmitter button used for Remote Start/Valet Take-Over
sequence____________________________________________
Number of presses required to initiate Remote Start/Valet
Take-Over sequence___________________________________
Using Remote Start with Factory Remote Systems
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Programming Options
Programming options control your system's normal, operational
set-up. Most options do not require additional parts, but some may
require installation labor.
The following is a list of the programmable options, with the fac-
tory settings in Bold.
■12, 24, or 60 minute run time. Your system can be pro-
grammed to allow the vehicle to run for 12, 24, or 60 min-
utes when remote started.
■Parking lights flashing or constant. Your system can be pro-
grammed to turn on the parking lights for the entire remote
start operation.
Glossary of Terms
Control Unit: The “brain” of your system. Usually hidden under-
neath the dash area of the vehicle. It houses the microprocessor
which monitors your vehicle and controls all the system functions.
Transmitter: A hand-held, remote control which operates the var-
ious functions of your system.
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE:
To lock the doors using your remote
■Pressing for one second will lock the doors. The parking lights will
flash once to confirm the doors are locked. NOTE: Control of power door
locks is optional. Extra parts and labor may be necessary to interface
with power door locks.
To unlock the doors using your remote
■To unlock the doors, press for one second. The parking lights will
flash twice to confirm the doors are unlocked.
To remote start the vehicle
■Press and on the transmitter for one second. The parking lights
will flash to confirm remote start operation. Once the remote start has
been activated, the vehicle will run for the preprogrammed period or
until a shutdown input is triggered.
Using Remote Start with Factory Remote Systems
■If this remote start system has been interfaced with an original equip-
ment from manufacturer (OEM) factory remote system, the Remote
Start/Valet Take-Over sequence can be programmed to initiate with one
to three (1-3) presses of one of the OEM transmitter buttons.
OEM transmitter button used for Remote Start/Valet Take-Over
sequence______________________________________________
Number of OEM transmitter button presses required to initiate
Remote Start/Valet Take-Over sequence____________________
Cut along dotted line and fold for a quick and easy reference to keep in your purse or wallet.
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The company behind this system is Directed Electronics, Inc.
Since its inception, DEI® has had one purpose, to provide consumers with the finest
vehicle security and car stereo products and accessories available. The recipient of
more than 20 patents in the field of advanced electronic technology, DEI is ISO 9001
registered.
Quality Directed Electronics products are sold and serviced throughout North America
and around the world.
Call [phone] for more information about our products and services.
Directed Electronics, Inc.
Vista, CA 92083
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DEI is committed to delivering on time, the best products we know how to provide,
and to constantly work with our customers and vendors to improve our products, qual-
ity, delivery and customer friendly features.
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