Directed Electronics Hornet 719T User manual

Model 719T
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 serv-
ice 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
FCC/ID Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Your Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Transmitter Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Using Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Disarming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
High Security Disarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Silent Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Panic Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Shock Sensor Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Adjusting the Shock Sensor Warn-Away. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
To Test and Adjust the Current Warn-Away Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Adjusting the Shock Sensor Full Trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
To Test and Adjust the Current Full Trigger Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Code Hopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Programming Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Security & Convenience Expansions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Quick Reference Guide (Removable) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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Transmitter Configuration
Arm
Disarm
Panic
Shock Sensor Adjustment
LED
Silent Mode
Shock Sensor Adjustment

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What is Included
■The control module with on-board siren
■A pair of two-button transmitters
■A Stinger® DoubleGuard® dual-stage shock/impact sensor,
on-board the control module
■The red status LED indicator light
Important Information
Congratulations on the purchase of your state-of-the-art vehicle
security system. This system has been designed to provide years
of trouble-free operation. This owner’s guide should help you to
get the most out of your system. Please take the time to read it
thoroughly prior to using the system.
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.
FCC/ID Notice

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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
don’t have a warranty. It is also necessary to keep your proof of
purchase which reflects that the product was installed by an
authorized dealer. Make sure you receive the warranty card from
your dealer.
Transmitter Functions
Button
The arm, disarm and panic functions are controlled by .
Button
Silent Mode™and shock sensor adjustment are controlled by .
Your Warranty
System Maintenance

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Using Your System
You can turn on, or arm, the system by pressing on your trans-
mitter for one second. When the system arms, you will hear a short
siren sound, or chirp, and see the parking lights flash once
(optional). While the system is armed, the status LED will flash
approximately twice per second, indicating that the system is
actively protecting your vehicle.
When armed, your vehicle is protected in the following ways:
■Light impacts will trigger the Warn Away™signal. When trig-
gered, the siren will chirp and the parking lights will flash for
a few seconds (optional).
■Heavy impacts will trigger the system. The trigger sequence
is 30 seconds of constant siren and flashing parking lights
(optional).
■The current sensor monitors the electrical system and can
detect an interior light if a door is opened. If the current sen-
sor is being used to detect door entry, the domelight in the
vehicle must be working and left in the “door” position. If
the domelight does not illuminate when a door is opened, the
current sensor cannot detect the entry.
■The optional starter kill prevents the vehicle’s starter from
cranking.
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To turn off, or disarm the system, press again. You will hear
two chirps, and the parking lights will flash twice (optional). If
the siren chirps four times when disarming, the system was trig-
gered in your absence. This is called Tamper Alert.
Your system includes a High Security Disarm feature. During the
trigger sequence, using the transmitter to disarm the system will
only stop the trigger sequence (the siren will stop); however, the
system will remain armed. This is extremely useful if you must stop
the system from sounding, but are unable to visually check the
vehicle. The trigger will stop, but the vehicle will remain protected.
To disarm the system with the transmitter during a trigger, press
on your transmitter. The siren will stop sounding. Next press
once more and the system will chirp four times to report that
there was a trigger (Tamper Alert) and the system will disarm.
To temporarily turn off the arm or disarm chirps, use Silent Mode™.
Simply press briefly before arming or disarming, and the con-
firmation chirp(s) will be eliminated for that one operation only.
If you want the arm/disarm chirps turned off permanently, consult
with your dealer, or the installation guide.
Silent Mode
High Security Disarm
Disarming

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If you are threatened in or near your vehicle, you can attract
attention by triggering the system with your transmitter! Just
press for 1.5 seconds, and you will enter Panic Mode. The siren
will sound for 30 seconds. To stop Panic Mode at any time, press
on the transmitter again.
Shock Sensor Adjustment
The system features a Doubleguard®shock sensor inside the control
unit. All adjustments to the sensor are made using the transmitter.
1. Disarm the system by pressing on the transmitter.
2. Within five seconds, press and hold on the transmitter
until the unit generates a long chirp.
3. Release on the transmitter.
Strike the vehicle to test the current setting. If the impact is
detected the unit will chirp three times.
■If the current setting is acceptable, do nothing and the unit
will exit shock sensor adjustment mode.
To Test and Adjust the Current Warn-Away Setting
Adjusting the Shock Sensor Warn-Away
Panic Mode

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■If the current setting is unacceptable, press to decrease
the sensitivity or to increase the sensitivity. Each time
is pressed, the unit will emit one chirp and the sensitiv-
ity is decreased one step. Each time is pressed, the unit
will emit two chirps and the sensitivity will be increased one
step. There are 16 possible settings. When the maximum or
minimum setting (Warn-Away™off) is achieved, the siren will
emit a long chirp.
1. Arm the system by pressing on your transmitter.
2. Within five seconds, press and hold on the transmitter
until the unit generates a long chirp.
3. Release on the transmitter.
Strike the vehicle to test the current setting. If the impact is
detected the unit will chirp three or four times.
■If the current setting is acceptable do nothing and the unit
will exit shock sensor adjustment mode.
■If the current setting is unacceptable press to decrease
the sensitivity or to increase the sensitivity. Each time
is pressed, the unit will emit one chirp and the sensitiv-
ity is decreased one step. Each time is pressed, the unit
will emit two chirps and the sensitivity will be increased one
step. There are 16 possible settings. When the maximum set-
To Test and Adjust the Current Full Trigger Setting
Adjusting the Shock Sensor Full Trigger

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ting is achieved, the siren will emit two short chirps followed
by a long chirp. When the minimum setting (full trigger off)
is achieved, the siren will emit one short chirp followed by a
long chirp.
NOTE: If more than five seconds elapse without an adjustment, shock
sensor adjustment mode will be exited. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to make
additional adjustments. The siren will generate one long chirp followed
by two short chirps when the shock sensor adjustment mode has been
exited.
Code Hopping™
The receiver and transmitters each use a mathematical formula
called an algorithm to change their code each time the transmit-
ter is used. This technology has been developed to increase the
security of the unit. The control unit knows what the next codes
should be. This helps to keep the transmitter synchronized with
the control unit even if you use the remote control out of range
of the vehicle. However, if the transmitter has been pressed many
times out of range of the vehicle, or the battery has been removed,
it may get out of sync with the control unit and fail to operate the
system. To resynchronize the remote control simply press on
the remote control several times within range of the vehicle. The
alarm will automatically resynchronize and respond to the trans-
mitters normally.

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Programming Options
Programming options control what your system does during nor-
mal operation, and require few or no additional parts; however,
some options may require additional installation labor. The facto-
ry settings are in bold.
■Arming/disarming confirmation chirps on or off.
■Current sensor on or off.
■Code Hopping™on or off.
Security & Convenience
Expansions
Here we have listed some of the many expansion options available
for use with your system. Please consult your dealer for a complete
list of expansion options.
Backup Battery: The 520T keeps the system armed, triggers the
alarm and keeps the starter kill active if main battery power is dis-
connected.
FailSafe®Starter Kill: An automatic switch controlled by the secu-
rity 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.

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Field Disturbance Sensor: An invisible dome of coverage is estab-
lished by the 508D “radar” sensor. Your system can react to any
intrusions into this field with the triggered sequence.
Power Window Control: Automatic power window control is pro-
vided with the 529T system. These can operate power windows,
and can roll them up automatically when the system is armed.
Glossary of Terms
Control Unit: The “brain” of your system. It houses the micro-
processor which monitors your vehicle and controls the alarm's
functions.
LED: Red light mounted somewhere in the vehicle. It is used to
indicate the status of your system.
Shock Sensor: This system is packaged with a Doubleguard®Shock
Sensor. This sensor is designed to pick up impacts to the vehicle
or glass.
Siren: Noise generating device on-board the control module. It is
responsible for generating the “chirps” you hear, as well as the
tones you hear while the alarm is triggered.
Transmitter: Hand-held, remote control which operates the vari-
ous functions of your system.

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Trigger or triggered response: This is what happens when the
alarm “goes off” or “trips.” The triggered response of your system
consists of 30 seconds of siren sounding and parking light flash-
ing (optional).
Warn Away®response: Lighter impacts to the vehicle will gener-
ate the Warn-Away response. It consists of several seconds of siren
chirps and parking light flashes (optional).

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE:
To arm using your remote
■You can activate, or arm, the system by pressing on your transmitter
for one second. When the system arms, you will hear a short siren sound,
or chirp, and see the parking lights flash once (optional).
To disarm using your remote
■To disarm the system, press again. You will hear two chirps, and the
parking lights will flash twice (optional).
To activate Panic Mode
■Press and hold down for 1.5 seconds.
To exit Panic Mode
■Press on the transmitter to stop Panic Mode.
To activate Silent Mode™
■Press briefly before arming or disarming, and the confirmation chirp(s)
will be eliminated for that one operation only.
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.
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