Directed Electronics AM1 User manual

Model AM1
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Directed Electronics, Inc. promises to the original purchaser to repair or replace with a
comparable reconditioned model any Directed Electronics, Inc. unit (hereafter the
"unit"), excluding without limitation the siren, the remote transmitters, the associated
sensors and accessories, which proves to be defective in workmanship 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 Directed
Electronics dealer; the unit will be professionally reinstalled in the vehicle in which it was
originally installed by an authorized Directed Electronics dealer; and the unit is returned
to Directed Electronics, Inc., shipping prepaid with a legible copy of the bill of sale or
other dated proof of purchase bearing the following information: consumer's name, tele-
phone 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 pur-
chaser 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 con-
struction. The warranty does not cover damage to the unit caused by installation or
removal of the unit. Directed Electronics, Inc., in its sole discretion, 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 WAR-
RANTY, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR
PURPOSE AND WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL
PROPERTY, ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED; AND DIRECTED ELECTRONICS,
INC. NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON OR ENTITY TO
ASSUME FOR IT ANY DUTY, OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY IN CONNECTION
WITH ITS PRODUCTS. DIRECTED ELECTRONICS, INC. DISCLAIMS AND
HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PAR-
TIES INCLUDING ITS AUTHORIZED DEALERS OR INSTALLERS. DIRECTED
ELECTRONICS, INC. SECURITY SYSTEMS, INCLUDING THIS UNIT, ARE
DETERRENTS AGAINST POSSIBLE THEFT. DIRECTED ELECTRONICS, INC.
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

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AND/OR VANDALISM. 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 DIRECTED ELECTRONICS, INC. OR ITS
SUBSIDIARY, THE PROPER VENUE SHALL BE SAN DIEGO COUNTY IN THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA. CALIFORNIA STATE LAWS AND APPLICABLE FED-
ERAL LAWS SHALL APPLY AND GOVERN THE DISPUTE. THE MAXIMUM
RECOVERY UNDER ANY CLAIM AGAINST DIRECTED ELECTRONICS, INC.
SHALL BE STRICTLY LIMITED TO THE AUTHORIZED DIRECTED ELEC-
TRONICS DEALER'S PURCHASE PRICE OF THE UNIT. DIRECTED ELEC-
TRONICS, INC. SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHAT-
SOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, DAMAGES FOR THE LOSS OF TIME,
LOSS OF EARNINGS, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOSS OF ECONOMIC OPPORTU-
NITY AND THE LIKE. NOTWITHSTANDING THE ABOVE, THE MANUFAC-
TURER 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 Directed Electronics dealer for details of the plan or call Directed
Electronics, Inc. Customer Service at 1-800-876-0800. Directed Electronics, Inc.
security systems, including this unit, are deterrents against possible theft. Directed
Electronics, Inc. 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. Directed Electronics, Inc. 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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limited lifetime consumer . . . . .
warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i
trademarks and copyrights . . . . .1
what is included . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
important information . . . . . . . . .2
using your system . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
manual (active) arming . . . . . .3
automatic (passive) arming . . .3
armed protection . . . . . . . . . . .4
disarming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
disarming without a . . . . . . . .
transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
valet®mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
remote valet®. . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
panic mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
nuisance prevention circuitry®. . .7
diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
arming diagnostics . . . . . . . . . .9
disarming diagnostics . . . . . . .9
table of zones . . . . . . . . . . . .10
rapid resume logic . . . . . . . . . . .10
programming options . . . . . . . .11
programming settings . . . . . .11
glossary of terms . . . . . . . . . . . .13
notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
contents
trademarks and copyrights
Code-Hopping™, Directed®, Doubleguard®, FailSafe®, Nuisance Prevention Circuitry®, NPC®,
Silent Mode™, Soft Chirp®, Stealth Coding™, Stinger®, Valet®, and Warn Away®are all
Trademarks or Registered Trademarks of Directed Electronics, Inc.

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what is included
zControl module and harness
zA Stinger®dual stage shock sensor (on-board the control
module)
zPre-wired Valet®switch with integrated red status LED
zFailsafe®Starter Kill relay (if equipped)
important information
Congratulations on the purchase of your security system. Due to the
complexity of this system, it must be installed by an authorized dealer
only. Installation of this product by anyone other than an authorized
dealer voids the warranty. All dealers are provided with a preprinted
dealer certificate to verify that they are authorized.
By carefully reading this Owner's Guide prior to using your system, you
will maximize the use of this system and its features.
You can print additional or replacement copies of this manual by
accessing the Directed web site at www.directed.com.

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using your system
manual (active) arming
The factory default is active arming. In this mode you can activate, or
arm, the system by locking the doors with your factory keyless entry
transmitter. When the system arms, you will hear a short horn honk and
see the parking lights flash once. While the system is armed, the status
LED will flash about twice a second, showing that the system is active-
ly protecting your vehicle. If you hear a second short horn honk after
arming, and see the status LED flashing in groups, see Diagnostics sec-
tion. This extra short horn honk is called Bypass Notification.
automatic (passive) arming
The system also can be programmed to arm itself automatically (called
passive arming). If the system is programmed for passive arming, it will
automatically arm 30 seconds after the ignition is turned off and the
system “sees” you leave the vehicle by opening and closing a door.
Whenever the system is in its 30-second passive-arming countdown,
the status LED will flash twice as fast as it does when the system is
armed. When the system arms, you will hear a short horn honk and the
parking lights will flash once. The doors lock (if connected and pro-
grammed for passive locking).
nnoottee::Passive arming may qualify for a higher insurance dis-
count. Check with your insurance agent
nnoottee::If the ignition is turned on within 60 seconds of arming
the system, the system will automatically disarm.

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armed protection
When armed, your vehicle is protected as follows:
zLight impacts to your vehicle will trigger the warn away sig-
nal. The system will pulse the horn and flash the parking
lights for a few seconds.
zHeavy impacts will trigger the system. The triggered
sequence is 30 or 60 seconds of constant horn honking and
flashing parking lights.
zIf a door is opened, the system will immediately start pulsing
the horn and flashing the parking lights. Three seconds later,
the horn output changes to a continuous blast. This progres-
sive response gives you time to disarm the system with your
transmitter if you inadvertently open the door while the sys-
tem is armed, while still providing instant response (even if
the door is immediately closed).
zTurning on the ignition key triggers the same progressive
response as opening a door.
zIf equipped, the starter interrupt prevents the vehicle’s
starter from cranking.
nnoottee::The vehicle may already be equipped with a starter kill
relay from the factory.
nnoottee::If programmed for instant trigger, the horn will output
full trigger response after the door has been opened (see
Programming Options)
nnoottee::If any protected entry point (such as a door or a switch-
protected trunk or hood) is open, the system will not passively
arm. Additionally, each time a sensor is triggered during the
arming countdown, the 30-second countdown starts over.

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disarming
To disarm the system, unlock the doors using your factory keyless trans-
mitter. The horn will sound twice, and the parking lights will flash
twice. If the horn sounds either four or five times when disarming, refer
to the Diagnostics section of this guide. This is called Tamper Alert.
disarming without a transmitter
This feature allows you to override the system without the transmitter
should it be lost, damaged or disabled. To do this, you must have the ve-
hicle's ignition key and know where the integrated LED/Valet®switch is
located. The Valet®switch is activated by pressing the LED status indicator.
Turn the ignition to the “run”position.
Press and release the integrated
LED/Valet®switch, within 10 seconds.
After a few seconds the LED will stop
flashing and the vehicle should start. If it does not, you may have waited
too long. Turn the ignition off and try again.
nnoottee::The setting for the number of times the integrated
LED/Valet® switch must be pressed is set in the
Programming Section of this guide.
DRW-35
Integrated
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switch LED status indicator

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valet®mode
You can prevent your system from arming, by using Valet®Mode. This
is very useful when washing the vehicle or having it serviced. In Valet®
Mode, the system will not arm, even with the transmitter, but all con-
venience functions (door locks, trunk release, etc.) will work normally.
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Turn ignition to “on” position, then
turn to “off” position. Press
and release the integrated
LED/Valet®switch within 10
seconds. The status LED will
light steady if you have entered Valet®Mode. To exit Valet®Mode,
repeat the steps above. The LED will turn off when exiting Valet®Mode.
remote valet®
Remote Valet®is a convenient feature that makes bypassing the securi-
ty system easier. This feature makes it possible to exit or enter Valet®
Mode using your factory keyless transmitter.
1. Open any door.
2. Press LOCK on the transmitter.
3. Press UNLOCK on the transmitter.
4. Press LOCK on the transmitter.
The status LED will stay on if you have entered Valet®Mode, and it will
go out if you exited Valet®Mode.
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panic mode
If you are threatened in or near your vehicle, you can attract attention
by triggering the system with your transmitter! If your factory keyless
transmitter does not have a panic button, this system can be pro-
grammed to enable a panic feature (refer to the Programming
Options).
If enabled, just press the lock button on your factory keyless transmit-
ter twice within three seconds to enter Panic Mode. The horn will
sound and the parking lights will flash for 30 seconds. To stop Panic
Mode at any time, press the unlock button on your factory transmitter.
nuisance prevention circuitry®
Your system has Nuisance Prevention Circuitry®(NPC®). This circuitry
prevents annoying repetitive trigger sequences due to faulty door pin
switches or environmental conditions such as thunder, jackhammers,
airport noise, etc.
nnoottee::The system can also be programmed so that pressing
the lock button twice within three seconds will activate an
optional accessory. If the unit is programmed to activate an
optional accessory, Panic Mode will not be operational.
nnoottee::The remote Valet
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feature will not work with all factory
keyless entry systems. Some keyless entry systems do not
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The alarm triggers three times. Each time, the same sensor or switch is
triggering the alarm. The three triggers are within 60 minutes of each
other. Your system will interpret this pattern of triggers as false alarms.
After the third trigger, your system ignores, or bypasses, that sensor or
switch (along with any other sensors or switches sharing the same zone)
for 60 minutes.
If the bypassed sensor tries to trigger the system while it is being
bypassed, the 60-minute bypass period will start over. This ensures that
a sensor that is continuously triggering will remain bypassed.
Doors are covered differently: If the alarm is triggered by an open door
for three full cycles (one-and-one-half minutes), the doors will be
bypassed until the trigger ceases.
nnoottee::Arming and disarming the system does not reset this
function! The only ways to reset a bypassed zone are for it
to not trigger for 60 minutes or to turn on the ignition. If test-
ing your system, it is important to remember that this circuitry
can cause zones to be bypassed and appear to stop work-
ing. If five chirps are heard when disarming, false alarm pro-
tection has engaged. If you wish to clear the memory, turn
the ignition key on.

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diagnostics
The microprocessor at the heart of your system is constantly monitor-
ing all of the switches and sensors connected to it. It detects any faulty
switches and sensors and prevents them from disabling the entire sys-
tem. The microprocessor will also record and report any triggers that
occurred during your absence.
arming diagnostics
If the system is armed with an input active (door open, sensor trigger-
ing, etc.) the unit will chirp once when arming and then one more time
a few seconds later. This is called bypass notification.
The system will ignore the input that was active when it was armed until
it goes away. Three seconds later it will monitor that input normally. For
example, if your car has interior light exit delay, and you arm the system
before the interior light goes out, you may get bypass notification. Once
the light goes out, however, the doors are monitored normally.
disarming diagnostics
Extra disarm chirps are the tamper alert. If four chirps are heard when
disarming, the system was triggered in your absence. If five chirps are
heard, a zone was triggered so many times that false alarm prevention
circuitry has bypassed that zone. In either case, the status LED will indi-
cate which zone was involved (see Table of Zones section). The system
will retain this information in its memory, and chirp four or five times
nnoottee::Bypass notification will not occur if chirps have been
programmed OFF.

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each time it is disarmed, until the next time the ignition key is turned on.
table of zones
The zone number is the number of LED flashes used by the system to
identify that input. The standard input assignments are listed below.
ZZOONNEE
(Number
LED Flashes) DDEESSCCRRIIPPTTIIOONN
11Instant trigger - often used
for hood/trunk pin switches
22Instant trigger - a heavier impact
detected by the shock sensor
33Door switch trigger
44Optional sensor
55Ignition trigger
The LED will not report if the Warn Away response is triggered.
rapid resume logic
This system will store its current state to non-volatile memory. If power
is lost and then reconnected the system will recall the stored state from
memory. This means if the unit is in Valet®Mode and the battery is dis-
connected for any reason, such as servicing the car, when the battery
is reconnected the unit will still be in Valet®Mode. This applies to all
states of the system including arm, disarm, and Valet®Mode.

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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.
programming settings
The following is a list of the program settings:
1. AAccttiivveeor passive arming (automatic arming 30-seconds after
closing the last door).
2. Arming/disarming confirmation chirps oonnor off.
3. Door Trigger Error Chirp oonnor off.
4. Ignition-controlled domelight oonnor off.
5. PPaanniicc/Auxiliary Channel: This unit has the ability to control
an optional accessory by pressing the door lock button twice.
If the auxiliary feature is activated and optional accessories
are not installed, the system will not respond to pressing the
lock button twice. In ppaanniiccmode pressing the lock button
twice will activate panic mode.
6. AAuuxxiilliiaarryyOOuuttppuuttor Delayed Auxiliary Output (Installer only).
7. Door Trigger ddeellaayyeeddor instant: In the ddeellaayyeeddconfiguration
the unit will provide a progressive response if the door is
nnoottee::Settings 6 and 11 are to be set by the installer.
nnoottee::Factory default setting is shown in bboolldd.

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opened while the system is armed. The system will chirp and
the parking lights will flash for a few seconds followed by a
full trigger response when the door is opened. In the instant
mode, the system will trigger the full trigger response.
8. Sensor shunt zones 22and 44or All zones.
9. Siren duration - 3300seconds or 60 seconds.
10. Valet®Pulse Count: The number of pulses of the integrated
LED/Valet®switch required to disarm the security system are
programmable from one to five pulses. The default setting is
oonneeppuullssee.
11. Horn pulse chirp duration (Installer only).
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glossary of terms
Control Module: 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 of the alarm’s functions.
Failsafe®Starter Kill (if equipped):An automatic switch controlled by
the security system which prevents the vehicle’s starter from cranking
whenever the system is armed. The vehicle is never prevented from
cranking when the system is disarmed, in Valet®Mode, or should the
starter kill switch itself fail. Your system is ready for this feature, how-
ever installation of this feature may require additional labor.
Input: Any physical connection to the security system. An input can be
provided through a sensor, pinswitch or by existing systems in the vehi-
cle, such as ignition or courtesy lights.
Integrated LED/Valet®Switch: A small push-button switch with an
integrated LED mounted somewhere in the vehicle. The switch is used
to override the alarm when a transmitter is lost or damaged, or to put
it into Valet®Mode. The LED indicates the status of your system. It is
also used to report triggers and faults in the system or sensors. This
switch is also used to program optional features.
Warn Away®Response: Light impacts to the vehicle generate the
Warn Away®Response, which consists of several seconds of horn
honks and flashing parking lights.
Zone: A zone is a separate input that the alarm can recognize as
unique. Each input to the system is connected to a particular zone.
Often, two or more inputs may share the same zone.

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■You can arm the system by locking the doors with your factory keyless
entry transmitter. When the system arms, your will hear a short horn
honk, and see the parking lights flash once.
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■To disarm the system, unlock the doors using your factory keyless trans-
mitter. You will hear two horn honks, and the parking lights will flash
twice.
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■Turn on the ignition. Press the integrated LED/Valet® switch the pro-
grammed number of times within 10 seconds. The system should now
disarm. If it does not, you may have waited too long. Turn the ignition
off and on and try again.
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■Turn ignition to “run” position, then turn to “off” position. Press and
release the integrated LED/Valet®switch within 10 seconds. The status
LED will light solid if you are entering Valet® Mode, and it will go out if
you are exiting Valet® Mode.
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■Open any door. Press the lock button on your transmitter. Within one
second, press the unlock button on your transmitter. Within one second,
press the lock button on your transmitter again. The status LED will stay
on if you have entered Valet® Mode, and it will go out when exiting
Valet® Mode.
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