Directed Electronics Hurricane 3 User manual

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-
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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.
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
FCC/ID Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Transmitter Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Standard Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Using Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Arming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Arming While Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Disarming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
High Security Disarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Disarming Without a Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Silent Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Panic Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Valet Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Remote Valet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
False Alarm Prevention Circuitry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Arming Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Disarming Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Table of Zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Owner Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Code Hopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Rapid Resume Logic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Multi-Vehicle Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Programming Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Installation Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Security and Luxury Expansions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Quick Reference Guide (Removable) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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Standard Configuration
controls the Arm function.
controls the Disarm function.
controls Silent Mode™and an Auxiliary Output.
controls the Panic function.
and pressed simultaneously control Remote Start.
and pressed simultaneously control an Auxiliary Output.

What is Included
■A control module
■Two four-button remote transmitters
■A dual-stage shock sensor (on-board the control module)
■A soft chirp, six-tone siren
■A red status LED indicator light
■A push-button Valet switch
■A starter interrupt relay
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. By carefully reading this owner's guide,
you will maximize the use of this system and its features.
The system requires no specific maintenance. Your remote is pow-
ered by a small, lightweight 3-volt lithium battery that will last
approximately one year under normal use. When the battery begins
to weaken, operating range will be reduced and the LED on the
remote will dim. To access the battery for replacement, remove the
rear cover of the remote with a small, flat-blade screwdriver.
System Maintenance
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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.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate this device.
Transmitter Functions
Your vehicle security system is programmable, making it possible
to assign any button on the transmitter to any specific receiver
function. The remote transmitter initially comes programmed with
the Standard Configuration, but may also be customized by an
authorized dealer. All instructions in this manual assume operation
using the Standard Configuration.
The functions of the buttons described in this section correspond
to a remote transmitter programmed with the default Standard
Configuration. These buttons will function differently in a Custom
Configuration.
Standard Configuration
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LOCK/ARM Button
Pressing arms the security system and locks the vehicle
doors.
UNLOCK/DISARM Button
Pressing disarms the security system and unlocks the vehicle
doors.
AUX Button
Silent Mode and trunk release are controlled by pressing .
(Pressing for less than one second before arming or disarm-
ing activates Silent Mode. Pressing and holding for 1.5
seconds engages the trunk release.)
PANIC Button
Pressing and holding for 1.5 seconds activates the Panic
Mode.
LOCK/ARM and UNLOCK/DISARM Buttons
An optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that you
have added to your system can be activated by pressing and
simultaneously.
This auxiliary output controls_____________________________.
AUX and PANIC Buttons
Another optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that
you have added to your system can be activated by pressing
and simultaneously.
This auxiliary output controls_____________________________.

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Using Your System
Remember, use of the buttons described in all instructions in this
manual corresponds to the Standard Configuration, unless other-
wise specified.
You can arm the security system and lock your vehicle's doors by
pressing for one second. When the system arms, you will hear
a short siren sound (chirp) and the parking lights will flash once.
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 that the status LED is flash-
ing in a grouped pattern, this signals Bypass Notification. Bypass
Notification is described in further detail in the Diagnostics section
of this manual.
Your vehicle security system can also be programmed to arm itself
automatically 30 seconds after the ignition is turned off and the
last vehicle door has been closed (called Passive Arming). Once the
30-second countdown period initiates, the status LED will flash
twice as fast as it does when the system is armed. After 20
seconds, the siren will chirp once to warn that the system has only
10 seconds remaining prior to arming. The system is not actually
armed at this point. The system arms itself at the 30-second mark.
At this point, the vehicle doors will also lock (if programmed for
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Passive Locking) and the status LED will begin flashing once per
second to indicate armed status. If the system is programmed for
Passive Locking, care must be taken to prevent the keys from being
locked in the vehicle.
NOTE: If any protected entry point (such as a door or switch-protected
trunk or hood) is open, Passive Arming will not engage. Additionally,
each time a sensor is triggered during the 30-second arming countdown,
the countdown starts over.
Arming your security system protects your vehicle in the follow-
ing ways:
■Light impacts trigger a Warn Away Response, causing the siren
to chirp and the parking lights to flash for a few seconds.
■Heavy impacts trip a triggered sequence, which consists of the
siren sounding continuously and the parking lights flashing
for 30 seconds.
■If a door is opened, the siren immediately starts chirping and
the parking lights start flashing to provide an instant
response. Three seconds later, the siren output changes to a
continuous blast. This two-stage progressive response allows
you time to disarm the security system with your remote
transmitter, in case the door is inadvertently opened while
the system is armed.
■Turning on the ignition key triggers the same two-stage pro-
gressive response as opening a door.
■The starter interrupt relay prevents the vehicle’s starter from
cranking.