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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 FFOORRAACCHHAARRGGEEOOFF
$$4455..0000,,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, DIRECTED ELECTRONICS, INC. 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-
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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.
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Terms and Conditions. Available only in the USA. In the event that your vehicle is
stolen and not recovered, Directed Electronics, Inc. will refund to the original pur-
chaser of the Avital system up to $2,500 of your insurance deductible. This vehicle
protection guarantee is valid only if:
(1) The installation was performed by an authorized Avital dealer.
(2) The warranty registration card is completed and mailed within ten (10) days of
purchase.
(3) At the time of the theft, the system was fully functional and not in “valet mode.”
(4) The vehicle and its contents were insured at the time of the theft.
(5) The insurance company and the police have been notified and a written stolen
vehicle report was issued by the Police Department.
(6) No less than thirty (30) days
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the police report was issued, you mail Directed
Electronics, Inc. clear photocopies of the following documents:
a. Proof of Purchase OR provide the system model and name of the company
that installed the system.
b. The stolen vehicle report issued by the police.
c. Insurance coverage documents for the stolen vehicle, clearly showing all the
details, including the vehicle identification number and the insurance
deductible amount.
d. A dated declaration signed by you the owner of the vehicle, attesting that
the vehicle has been stolen for more than thirty (30) days and has not been
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This vehicle theft protection is effective for one (1) year from the date of purchase
and is limited to one claim. This vehicle theft protection guarantee is valid only for
the theft of the entire vehicle and specifically excludes any other considerations,
including, but not limited to, damage caused to the vehicle, theft of parts, contents
or any other consequential damages. Once Avital Technologies verifies that all the
above listed terms and conditions have been met, a check for the insurance
deductible (up to $2,500) will be mailed within thirty (30) days.
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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System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
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FCC/ID Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Your Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
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Standard Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
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Arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Arming without remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Disarming Without a Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Disarming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote-Controlled Silent Arm/Disarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Panic Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Remote-Controlled Valet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Valet Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Nuisance Prevention® Circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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Arming Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Disarming Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
System Status Chirps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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Table of Zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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■A control module
■Two 4-button remotes
■A impact sensor on-board the control module
■A high-powered siren
■A fault-proof starter interrupt relay on-board the control module
■An LED system status indicator
■A push-button Valet®switch
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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. By carefully reading this guide prior to
using your system, you will maximize the use of this product and
its features.
Your vehicle security system has no specific maintenance require-
ments. The remote is powered by a lightweight 3-volt lithium
battery that will last approximately one year under normal use.
When the battery begins to weaken, the LED on the remote will dim
and you will notice reduced operating range when using the
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remote. To access the battery for replacement, remove the rear
cover of the remote with a small, flat-blade screwdriver.
Your warranty card must be returned and the barcode serial num-
ber must not be removed. If the warranty card is not returned, no
warranty will be honored on your unit. 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 war-
ranty 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 interference
received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation.
CCaauuttiioonn::Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate this device.
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This system is programmable, making it possible to assign any
remote button to any specific receiver function. The remote initially
comes programmed with Standard Configuration, but may also be
customized by an authorized dealer.
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Pressing arms the security system and locks the vehicle doors
(if connected).
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Pressing disarms the security system and unlocks the vehicle
doors (if connected). If configured for progressive unlocking,
pressing will only unlock the driver’s door, and a second press
of will unlock the remaining passenger doors.
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Trunk release and silent arm/disarm are controlled by pressing
. The trunk release is controlled by pressing and holding for
1.5 seconds.)
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Pressing and holding for 1.5 seconds activates the Panic
Mode.
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An optional accessory can be activated by pressing and
simultaneously.
This accessory output controls_____________________________.
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Another optional accessory can be activated by pressing
and simultaneously.
This accessory output controls_____________________________.
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The buttons described in all instructions in this manual correspond
to a standard configuration remote, unless otherwise specified.
You can arm the security system by pressing for one second.
When the system arms, the siren will chirp and the parking lights
will flash once. If the power door locks are controlled by the sys-
tem, the doors will also lock. Once armed, the status LED will flash
once per second to indicate that the system is actively protecting
your vehicle. If you hear a second chirp after arming and notice
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