Directed Electronics Viper 5501 User manual

Responder LC3 Models
Viper 5501
Clifford 20.7X
Python 951
Keyless Entry and Remote Start
Installation Guide
This product is intended for installation by a professional
installer only! Attempts to install this product by a per-
son other than a trained professional may result in severe
damage to a vehicle’s electrical system and components.
© 2009 Directed Electronics, Vista, CA
N4702 2009-09

Bitwriters with a date code of 6a or older require an IC upgrade (p/n
998M). Some bitwriters with a date code of 6B do not require the IC
upgrade, refer to tech tip # 1112 for more information.
Bitwriter®, Code Hopping™, Doubleguard®, ESP™, Fail-
Safe®, Ghost Switch™, Learn Routine™, Nite-Lite®, Nuisance
Prevention® Circuitry, Revenger®, Silent Mode™, Soft Chirp®,
Stinger®, Valet®, Vehicle Recovery System®, VRS®, and Warn
Away® are all Trademarks or Registered Trademarks of Direct-
ed Electronics.
The Bitwriter®(p/n
998U) requires chip
version 2.7 or newer to
program this unit.

Contents
Warning! safety first........................................................................................................................ 4
Wiring Diagram ............................................................................................................................. 5
Wiring Connections ........................................................................................................................ 6
Main Harness (H1), 12-pin connector .......................................................................................... 6
H2 Harness, 18-pin connector .................................................................................................... 6
Remote Start, (H3) 8-pin connector .............................................................................................. 7
Door Lock, 3-pin connector......................................................................................................... 7
Initializing Virtual Tach (not needed w/hardwire tach inputs)................................................................ 7
Learning the Tach (not needed with Virtual Tach) ................................................................................. 7
Neutral safety switch interface .......................................................................................................... 8
Testing the neutral safety switch................................................................................................... 8
Remote Start Shutdown/Startup Diagnostics ....................................................................................... 8
Remote Pairing ............................................................................................................................... 9
Programming System Features ........................................................................................................ 10
Feature Menus .............................................................................................................................. 11
Menu 1 - Vehicle integration ..................................................................................................... 11
Menu 2 - Convenience............................................................................................................. 13
Menu 3 - Remote start .............................................................................................................. 15
Bitwriter - Only Options ................................................................................................................. 17
Basic Remote Functions.................................................................................................................. 19
Reset and Deletion ........................................................................................................................ 19
Troubleshooting: Keyless Entry ........................................................................................................ 20
Troubleshooting: Remote Start......................................................................................................... 20

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Warning! safety first
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•
Directed Electronics dealer.
When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control.•
Therefore, never operate the system in an area that does not have adequate ventilation.
The following precautions are the sole responsibility of the user; however, authorized Directed Electronics
dealers should:
Never use a test light or logic probe when installing this unit. Always use a multimeter.•
Never operate the system in an enclosed or partially enclosed area without ventilation (such as a ga-•
rage).
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 prop-
erly handle and keep out of reach from children all remote controls to assure that the system does not
unintentionally remote start the vehicle.
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 PAR-
TIALLY ENCLOSED VEHICLE STORAGE AREA MUST REMAIN CLOSED AT ALL TIMES.
Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended mode of operation may result in property damage,
personal injury, or death. Except when performing the Safety Check outlined in this installation guide, (1)
Never remotely start the vehicle with the vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with the
keys in the ignition. The user is responsible for having the neutral safety 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 Directed Electronics dealer in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in this product
installation guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease remote start operation immediately and consult with the
user to fix the problem immediately.
After the remote start module has been installed, test the remote start module in accordance with the Safety
Check outlined in this 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 properly reinstalled so that the vehicle does not start in gear. All installations must be performed by an
authorized Directed Electronics dealer.
OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE STARTS IN GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS IN-
TENDED MODE OF OPERATION. OPERATING THE REMOTE START SYSTEM UNDER THESE CONDITIONS
MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. IMMEDIATELY CEASE THE USE OF THE UNIT
AND REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED REMOTE START MODULE. DIRECTED ELECTRONICS WILL
NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OR PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS.
Remote starters for manual transmission pose significant risks if not properly installed and operated. When
testing to ensure the installation is working properly, only remote start the vehicle in neutral gear, on a flat
surface and with a functional, fully engaged parking brake. Do not allow anyone to stand in front of or behind
the vehicle.
This product should not be installed in any convertible vehicles, soft or hard top with a manual transmission.
Installation in such vehicles may pose certain risk.

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Wiring Diagram
Status LED Control button
Menu
Wheel
Menu
Wheel
Menu
Wheel
Control Center 6711T
CPU1
10A FUSE
MINI ATM
RPN: 8540
LIGHT FLASH POLARITY
(10A (MAXIMUM) FUSE JUMPER)
+ -
58 7 6
1234
Bitwriter
Port
Neutral Safety
Switch
Horn Input
Polarity Jumper
110 9 8 7 6
12345
1
1 8
51
1 3
10
12
18 10
91
1 12
D2D Port (for external
Xpresskit interface module)
10A FUSE
MINI ATM
RPN: 8540
LIGHT FLASH POLARITY
(10A (MAXIMUM) FUSE JUMPER)
+ -
ON
IMPORTANT! Neutral Safety
switch must be plugged in
and in the ON position
D2D jumpers; Factory setting is horizontal position.
Most Xpresskit modules use this setting, check the
Xpresskit installation guide for the specific setting.
RF Port
for IVU
Control Center
Temperature
Sensor
+ -
Main Harness (H1)
(see wiring tables)
H2 Harness
(see wiring tables)
Remote Start (H3)
(see wiring tables)

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Wiring Connections
Main Harness (H1), 12-pin connector
H1/1 RED/WHITE (-) 200mA AUX/TRUNK RELEASE OUTPUT
H1/2 RED (+)12VDC CONSTANT INPUT
H1/3 BROWN (-) 200mA HORN HONK OUTPUT
H1/4 WHITE/BROWN PARKING LIGHT ISOLATION WIRE - PIN 87a of onboard relay
H1/5 BLACK (-) CHASSIS GROUND
H1/6 VIOLET (+) DOOR TRIGGER INPUT
H1/7 BLUE* FACTORY HORN INPUT (Use jumper to set polarity)
H1/8 GREEN (-) DOOR TRIGGER INPUT (N/C** OR N/O)
H1/9 BLACK/WHITE (-) 200mA DOME LIGHT SUPERVISION OUTPUT
H1/10 WHITE/BLUE (-) REMOTE START/ TURBO TIMER ACTIVATION INPUT
H1/11 WHITE PARKING LIGHT OUTPUT
H1/12 ORANGE (-) 500mA GROUND WHEN LOCKED OUTPUT
* This optional input can can be connected to the horn circuit (+ or -). When this wire receives an input for
a minimum of .5 seconds, the system reports a trigger on the 2way remote. This is useful on vehicles that
have a factory security system that can be armed/disarmed with our system. The system will not report
that a zone has been triggered when unlocking with the remote and is not available with the 1-way re-
mote.
** The Normally Closed setting will only work if one of the vehicle's doors is connected. If more than one
door is to be monitored, then it is recommended to use the Xpresskit DTIMAZDA or tech tip # 1921 on
www.directechs.com to interface with these types of vehicles.
H2 Harness, 18-pin connector
H2/1 LIGHT GREEN/BLACK (-) 200mA OEM ALARM DISARM OUTPUT
H2/2 ORANGE/BLACK (-) 200mA AUX 4 OUTPUT
H2/3 GREEN/WHITE (-) 200mA OEM ALARM ARM OUTPUT
H2/4 VIOLET/BLACK (-) 200mA AUX 2 OUTPUT
H2/5 WHITE/BLACK (-) 200mA AUX 3 OUTPUT
H2/6 WHITE/VIOLET (-) 200mA AUX 1 OUTPUT
H2/7 GREY/BLACK (-) DIESEL WAIT TO START INPUT
H2/8 N/A
H2/9 VIOLET/WHITE TACHOMETER INPUT
H2/10 DARK BLUE (-) 200mA STATUS OUTPUT
H2/11 PINK/WHITE (-) 200mA FLEX RELAY CONTROL OUTPUT
H2/12 ORANGE (-) 200mA ACCESSORY OUTPUT
H2/13 PURPLE (-) 200mA STARTER OUTPUT
H2/14 PINK (-) 200mA IGNITION 1 OUTPUT
H2/15 GREY (-) HOOD PIN INPUT (N/C OR N/O)
H2/16 BLUE/WHITE (-) 200mA 2ND STATUS /REAR DEFOGGER OUTPUT
H2/17 BROWN (+) BRAKE SHUTDOWN INPUT
H2/18 BLACK/WHITE (-) NEUTRAL SAFETY INPUT
10A FUSE
MINI ATM
RPN: 8540
LIGHT FLASH POLARITY
(10A (MAXIMUM) FUSE JUMPER)
+ -
09
11
10
06
08
07
22
66
88
77
1
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
0
99
55
1
2
1
2
44
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R
3
1
4
2
TACHLEARN THREASHOLD
JMP1 OFF ON
CPU1
NOTE: Pin 1 is on the left
TACH threshold OFF:
TACH threshold ON:
Bitwriter
Port
Neutral Safety
Switch
Remote
Start In
Status
LED
Valet
Port
Door Lock/
Unlock Output
Relay Out
Port
H2
Port
110 9 8 7 6
12345
1
1 8
51
1 3
10
12
To change
jumper
settings
1 12
CPU1
10A FUSE
MINI ATM
RPN: 8540
LIGHT FLASH POLARITY
(10A (MAXIMUM) FUSE JUMPER)
+ -
Bitwriter
Port
Neutral Safety
Switch
Status
LED
Valet
Port
110 9 8 7 6
12345
1
1 8
51
1 3
10
12
TACH threshold OFF:
TACH threshold ON:
To change
jumper settings
18 10
91
1 12
D2D Port
(for external
Xpresskit
interface
module)
Optional Mux Port
(for additional sensors)
10A FUSE
MINI ATM
RPN: 8540
LIGHT FLASH POLARITY
(10A (MAXIMUM) FUSE JUMPER)
+ -
ON
IMPORTANT! Neutral Safety
switch must be plugged in
and in the ON position
D2D jumpers; Factory setting is horizontal position.
Most Xpresskit modules use this setting, check the
Xpresskit installation guide for the specific setting.
RF Port
for IVU

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Remote Start, (H3) 8-pin connector
H3/1 PINK (+) IGNITION 1 INPUT/OUTPUT
H3/2 RED/WHITE +12V FUSED (30A) IGNITION 2/FLEX RELAY INPUT
H3/3 ORANGE (+) ACCESSORY OUTPUT
H3/4 VIOLET (+) STARTER OUTPUT
H3/5 RED +12V FUSED (30A) IGNITION 1 INPUT
H3/6 PINK/WHITE IGNITION 2/FLEX RELAY OUTPUT
H3/7 PINK/BLACK FLEX RELAY INPUT 87a (IF REQUIRED) OF FLEX RELAY
H3/8 RED/BLACK +12V FUSED (30A) ACCESSORY/STARTER INPUT
Door Lock, 3-pin connector
1 BLUE (-) 500mA UNLOCK OUTPUT
2 EMPTY NOT USED
3 GREEN (-) 500mA LOCK OUTPUT
Initializing Virtual Tach (not needed w/hardwire tach inputs)
To program Virtual Tach:
After the install is complete,1. remote start the engine. The programming operation may require 3 cranks of
the starter before the engine starts and runs. Do not turn off the remote start if this happens, it is a normal
programming operation.
Once the engine begins running, let it run for at least 30 seconds.2. Using the Remote, send the Remote start command to turn remote start off. Virtual Tach is programmed.3. To reset Virtual Tach, go into the Reset and Deletion section of this guide. Virtual Tach cannot be reset with
the Bitwriter.
Note: Virtual Tach cannot be used in MTS Manual Transmission Mode. It is also not recommended for diesel
trucks.
Virtual Tach handles disengaging the starter motor during remote starting – it does not address over-rev. If the
customer wants to have the over-rev protection capability, the tach wire must be connected.
Important: After successfully learning Virtual Tach, a small minority of vehicle starters
may over crank or under crank during remote start. The Bitwriter can be used fine tune
the starter output time in 50mS increments to compensate for such an occurrence.
Learning the Tach (not needed with Virtual Tach)
To learn the tach signal:
Start1. the vehicle with the key. Within 5 seconds, press and hold the Control button.
After 3 seconds the status LED on your Control Center lights constant when the tach signal is learned.2. Release3. the Control button.
Note: When the tachometer is programmed, the main unit automatically enters the Tachometer engine
checking mode.
CPU1
10A FUSE
MINI ATM
RPN: 8540
LIGHT FLASH POLARITY
(10A (MAXIMUM) FUSE JUMPER)
+ -
58 7 6
1234
Bitwriter
Port
Neutral Safety
Switch
Horn Input
Polarity Jumper
110 9 8 7 6
12345
1
1 8
51
1 3
10
12
18 10
91
1 12
D2D Port (for external
Xpresskit interface module)
10A FUSE
MINI ATM
RPN: 8540
LIGHT FLASH POLARITY
(10A (MAXIMUM) FUSE JUMPER)
+ -
ON
IMPORTANT! Neutral Safety
switch must be plugged in
and in the ON position
D2D jumpers; Factory setting is horizontal position.
Most Xpresskit modules use this setting, check the
Xpresskit installation guide for the specific setting.
RF Port
for IVU
Control Center
Temperature
Sensor
+ -
Main Harness (H1)
(see wiring tables)
H2 Harness
(see wiring tables)
Remote Start (H3)
(see wiring tables)
10A FUSE
MINI ATM
RPN: 8540
LIGHT FLASH POLARITY
(10A (MAXIMUM) FUSE JUMPER)
+ -
09
11
10
06
08
07
22
66
88
77
1
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
0
99
55
1
2
1
2
44
33
ELECTRONICS
R
3
1
4
2
TACHLEARN THREASHOLD
JMP1 OFF ON
CPU1
NOTE: Pin 1 is on the left
TACH threshold OFF:
TACH threshold ON:
Bitwriter
Port
Neutral Safety
Switch
Remote
Start In
Status
LED
Valet
Port
Door Lock/
Unlock Output
Relay Out
Port
H2
Port
110 9 8 7 6
12345
1
1 8
51
1 3
10
12
To change
jumper
settings
1 12

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Neutral safety switch interface
Some vehicles do not have an electrical neutral safety switch. Instead, the vehicle has a mechanical neutral
safety switch that physically interrupts the starter wire and is used when the vehicle is in any drive gear. If the
remote start is interfaced before this switch, it will provide protection from starting in gear. However, some
vehicles combine the column shift mechanism and the mechanical neutral safety switch into one mechanical
part.
Important: You must complete the remote start system installation before doing the follow-
ing test. Ensure that the remote start system is functioning normally. This includes connect-
ing to the brake as a shut-down.
Testing the neutral safety switch
Make sure there is adequate clearance to the front and rear of the vehicle because it may move slightly.1. Make sure the hood is closed and there are no remote start shut-downs active.2. Set the emergency brake.3. Turn the key to the “run” position, this releases the shifter.4. Place the car in drive (D).5. Place your foot directly over the brake pedal, but do not depress it. Be ready to step on the brake if the6. starter engages.
Activate the remote start system.7. If the starter engages, immediately depress the brake to shut the remote start system down. If the8. starter does not engage, no additional safety
system is required.
If the starter engages and the vehicle is a General Motors product or Dodge Dakota pickup, refer to
www. directechs.com for Document 1008 under the Resource tab. For an alternative shut-down method
which prevents the starter from engaging. If the vehicle is not a General Motors product or a Dodge
Dakota pickup, please call Directed Electronics Technical Support for an alternative shut-down method.
Do not return the vehicle to the customer until this feature is properly installed!
Remote Start Shutdown/Startup Diagnostics
Shutdown diagnostics: If the remote start activates but fails to stay running, the remote start module has the
ability to inform you of what may have caused the remote start failure. Before performing shutdown diagnos-
tics it is important that you let the remote start shut off on its own i.e. let it attempt to start 3 times then shut
down, if this is not done the unit will report the shutdown you used to shut off the remote start.
Note: Shutdown diagnostics does not report if the vehicles factory immobilizer is causing the problem.
To perform shutdown diagnostics:
With the ignition Off,1. press and hold the Control button (on Control Center).
Turn2. the ignition On and then back Off while holding the Control button.
Release3. the Control button.
Press4. and release the Control button. The status LED flashes to report the last shutdown for one minute or
until the ignition is turned on, as shown in the following table:
Status LED Flashes Shutdown Mode
1 flash Runtime expired
2 flashes Over-rev shutdown
3 flashes Low or no RPM
4 flashes Transmitter shutdown (or optional push button)
5 flashes (+) Brake shutdown
6 flashes (-) Hood shutdown
7 flashes Timer mode/Turbo mode/Manual mode error *
8 flashes Neutral safety shutdown
9 flashes Low battery (voltage mode)
11 flashes Wait-to-start input timed out

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* Timer mode error: Ignition is on or shutdown input is active when activating timer mode.
Turbo mode error: Turbo mode is programmed off, engine is not on or shutdown input is active.
Manual mode error: MTS mode not enabled.
Startup Diagnostics: If the vehicle fails to activate the remote start, the remote start module will notify you via
your Responder LC3 2-way remote control and will flash the parking lights on the vehicle to notify you of what
caused the no-start situation.
Parking Light Flashes
5 flashes Brake wire is active
6 flashes Hood pin wire is active
7 flashes Manual transmission mode is enabled and not initialized.
8 flashes Neutral safety wire has no ground or the neutral safety switch is Off.
Remote Pairing
Prepare the vehicle system to be Paired with a new remote
Turn1. the key to the ON position.
Within 5 seconds2. press and release the Control button on the Control Center one time.
Within 5 seconds,3. press and hold the Control button on the Control Center. The status LED will flash one
time and the horn then honks to confirm the vehicle is ready for remote pairing.
Release4. the Control button and proceed below.
Note: If no remote pairing results, the system will exit after 60 seconds.
Prepare the LC3 2-way remote control to be Paired with the system:
Remote Pair matches your LC3 remote to the system. Make sure the LC3 remote is set for the desired Car 1
(Default) or Car 2 operation for the system it will be paired with.
Press1. and hold the
A U X
button for 8 seconds (If Car 2 mode is on, ignore the Car Select beep after 3 sec-
onds) until the main menu appears.
Press2. and release the
A U X
button until Remote Pair text is displayed.
Press3. and release the
A U X
button until Pair text is displayed.
Press4. and hold the
A U X
button until tones are played on the LC3 remote.
Successful or Failed Pair: The LC3 remote control indicates a successful or failed pairing on the display.5.
Prepare the vehicle system to be Paired with the companion or a new 1-way remote as described above.
Note: If no remote pairing results, the system will exit after 60 seconds.
Prepare the companion 1-way remote control to be Paired with the system:
Make sure the remote is set for the desired Car 1 (Default) or Car 2 operation for the system it will be paired
with.
Press and hold the1.
A U X
button for 8 seconds.
Note: If Car 2 mode is on, ignore the Car Select beep after 3 seconds.
Wait for the Transmit LED to light solid and the remote to beep. Release the2.
A U X
button.
Press the3.
A U X
button for 1 second. The transmit LED will blink 3 times and beep 3 times.
Within 5 seconds, press the4.
A U X
button.
The vehicle horn will honk. You have now successfully learned the remote to the vehicle remote start and5. keyless entry system.
Press the6.
A U X
button two times to exit learn routine on the remote. The transmit LED will turn off and exit
tone will sound.

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Programming System Features
The System Features Learn Routine dictates how the unit operates. It is possible to access and change most of
the feature settings using the Control button.
Turn1. the ignition on, then off.
Select2. a Menu. Press and hold the Control button. The number of LED flashes and horn honks indicates
the menu number. 1 LED flash and honk indicates menu 1, 2 LED flashes and honks - menu 2 and 3 LED
flashes and honks for menu 3.
When the desired menu LED flashes and honks are observed,3. release the Control button.
Select4. a Feature. Press and release the Control button the number of times corresponding to the feature
you wish to change. Then press and hold one more time to select the features.
Program5. the Feature. While holding the Control button, you can program the feature using the remote
control.
For features with only two options;
A U X
= option 1 while
A U X
= option 2.
For features with more than two options;
A U X
selects the options in ascending order, while
A U X
selects them in
descending order.
Note: Pressing
A U X
button resets the feature to the factory default.
Once a feature is programmed:
Other features can be programmed within the same menu•
Another menu can be selected•
The learn routine can be exited if programming is complete•
To access another feature in the same menu:
Press1. and release the Control button the number of times necessary to advance from the feature you just
programmed to the next one you want to program.
Then2. press the Control button once more and hold it.
To select another menu:
Press1. and hold the Control button.
After 3 seconds, the unit advances to the next menu and the LED flashes and the horn honks, indicating2. which menu has been accessed.
The learn routine exits if any of the following occurs:
The ignition is turned On•
There is no activity for 30 seconds•
The Control button is pressed too many times•

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Feature Menus
Default settings are Opt. 1 (in bolder type). New features are bold with grey background.
Menu 1 - Vehicle integration
Menu
Item Feature Opt. 1 Opt. 2 Opt. 3 Opt.4 Opt. 5+
1 System Locking Mode
Active Locking
Passive Locking Auto Re-
locking*
2
Panic Mode On Ign Off only Off
3
Horn Function
Confirmation
Honk (20 ms)
& Panic
Confirmation
Honk (30 ms) &
Panic
Confirmation
Honk (40 ms)
& Panic
Confirmation
Honk (50 ms) &
Panic
Confirmation
Honk Off -
Panic Only
(Pulsed)
4 Ign-controlled locks
No Ign- lock-
ing
Lock & Unlock Lock Only Unlock Only
5
Door Lock Pulses
Single
Double Unlock
Only Double Lock Only Double Lock & Unlock
6
Door Lock output duration
0.8 sec.
3.5 sec. 0.4 sec.
7
2nd Unlock 2nd unlock on/
Ign-control af-
ter first unlock
2nd unlock on/
Ign-control with
first unlock
8
Comfort Closure
No Comfort
Closure
Comfort Closure
1Comfort Closure 2
9 Hood Switch Type
Normally Open
Normally closed
10 Door Switch Type Normally
Open Normally
Closed
11 Remote Button unlock (Ign off)** On Off
* The H1/6 Violet or the H1/8 Green wire needs to be connected for this feature.
** Not available with 1 way remote.
1. System Locking mode
Active: the transmitter must be used to lock the system1. Passive Locking: after exiting the vehicle the system will automatically lock the doors2. Auto re-locking: if the vehicle is not entered after receiving a unlock command, the system will auto-3. matically re-lock the doors
2. Panic Mode
On: the Panic output can be activated at any time1. Ign Off Only : the Panic output can be activated only when the ignition is off2. Off: the Panic output is defeated3.
3. Horn Duration
- Opt 4. 20 - 50 sec: sets the horn output duration with Panic mode at 30 seconds1. Off: turns the horn output off and with Panic mode at 60 seconds2.
4. Ign-controlled Locks
No Ign-locking: the door lock/unlock outputs will not activate when ignition is turned on/off1. Lock & Unlock: the door lock & unlock output will activate when ignition is turned on & off2. Lock Only: the door lock output will activate when ignition is turned on3. Unlock Only: the door unlock output will activate when ignition is turned off4.
5. Door Lock Pulses
Single: the door lock & unlock outputs will pulse once1. Double Unlock only: the unlock output only will pulse twice2.

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Double Lock Only: the lock output only will pulse twice3. Double Lock & Unlock: the lock & unlock outputs will pulse twice4.
6. Door Lock Output Duration
0.8sec.: the door lock output pulses will be 800mS in duration1. 3.5sec.: the door lock pulses will be 3.5 seconds in duration2. 0.4 sec.: the door lock pulses will be 400mS in duration3.
7. Ignition Controlled 2nd Unlock
After first unlock: for Ign-controlled unlocking, the 2nd unlock will activate 800mS after the first (driver1. door) unlock
With first unlock: for Ign-controlled unlocking, the 2nd unlock will activate at the same time as the first2. (driver door) unlock
8. Comfort Closure
No comfort Closure: Comfort Closure is defeated when locking1. Comfort Closure 1: the door lock pulse (or 2nd pulse for double pulses) will remain on for 20 sec-2. onds.
Comfort Closure 2: 800mS following the end of the door lock pulse (or 2nd pulse for double pulses);3. the door lock output will turn on again for 20 seconds.
9. Hood Switch Type
Normally Open: for vehicles with a hood switch that rests at ground when the hood is OPEN1. Normally Closed: for vehicles with a hood switch that rests at ground when the hood is CLOSED2.
10. Door Switch Type
Normally Open: for vehicles with door switches that rest at ground when the door is OPEN1. Normally Closed: for vehicles with door switches that rest at ground when the door is CLOSED2.
11. Remote Button Unlock (Ign off)
On: a message telling the remote control to unlock the keypad is sent each time the vehicle ignition1. is turned off
Off: no message is sent2.

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Menu 2 - Convenience
Menu
Item Feature Opt. 1 Opt. 2 Opt. 3 Opt.4 Opt. 5+
1 One-time Bypass No Bypass Bypass
2 Override Pulse Count 12 3 4 5
3 Door Open Error chirp* On Off
4 Ign-controlled Dome light On Off
5 OEM Alarm Disarm w/Aux/
trunk On Off
6 OEM Alarm Disarm Output With Unlock Before Unlock Remote Start
Only
7 OEM Alarm Disarm Pulses 12
8 Aux 1 Output type Validity Latch Latch/reset/
ign Timed Off (5)/2nd Unlock (6)
9 Aux 1 Linking No Linking Link to Lock Link to Unlock Link to Lock/
Unlock Link to Remote Start only
10 Aux 2 Output type Validity Latch Latch reset/ign Timed Off (5)/2nd
unlock (6)
11 Aux 2 Linking No Linking Link to Lock Link to Unlock Link to Lock/
Unlock Link to Remote Start only
12 Aux 3 Output type Validity Latch Latch reset/ign Timed Off (5)/2nd
unlock (6)
13 Aux 3 Linking No Linking Link to Lock Link to Unlock Link to Lock/
Unlock Smart Key Control (Link to
Remote Start
Off)*
14 Aux 4 Output Type Validity Latch Latch reset/ign Timed Off (5)/2nd
Unlock (6)
15 Aux 4 Linking No linking Link to Lock Link to Unlock Link to Lock/
Unlock Link to Remote Start Only
16 Aux/Trunk Output type Validity Off 2nd unlock
* The H1/6 Violet or the H1/8 Green wire needs to be connected for this feature.
1. One-time Bypass
Off: One-Time Bypass is not available1. On: the One-Time Bypass feature will defeat Passive Locking once and, if Locked by remote control,2. will defeat Comfort Closure and Aux outputs linked to Locking
2. Override Pulse Count
1-5: sets the number of presses (1-5) on the Control Button required to override the alarm system•
3. Door Open Error chirp
On: if the door trigger is active when locking, the horn will emit a honk and a message will be sent1. to the 2way remote control as an alert
Off: an active door trigger when locking will not create an alert output2.
4. Ign-controlled Dome light
On: the dome light output will activate when the ignition is turned off1. Off: the dome light output will not activate when the ignition is turned off2.
5. OEM Alarm Disarm w/Aux/Trunk (H2/1 wire)
On: the OEM Alarm Disarm wire will pulse as programmed when the Aux/Trunk output is activated1. Off: the OEM Alarm Disarm wire will not pulse when the Aux/Trunk output is activated2.
6. OEM Alarm Disarm Output (H2/1 wire)
With Unlock: the OEM Alarm Disarm wire will pulse as programmed at the same time as the unlock1.

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(Blue) wire
Before Unlock: the OEM Alarm Disarm wire will pulse as programmed before the unlock wire2. Remote start only: the OEM Alarm Disarm wire will pulse as programmed during remote start only3.
7. OEM Alarm Disarm Pulses (H2/1 wire)
1: the OEM Alarm Disarm wire will pulse once per operation1. 2: the OEM Alarm Disarm wire will pulse twice per operation2.
8. Aux 1 Output Type (H2/6 wire)
Validity: when the Aux command is received the wire will turn on and remain on until the command1. ceases
Latch: when the Aux command is received the wire will turn on and remain on until the command is2. received again
Latch/reset/Ignition: when the Aux command is received the wire will turn on and remain on until the3. command is received again or the ignition is turned on/off
Timed: when the Aux command is received the wire will turn on for the programmed time duration4. (default 30sec)
Off: the output will not activate for a remote control command, use this option when the Aux com-5. mand controls an external device such as a garage door module
2nd unlock: the wire will operate as 2nd unlock and will not activate for remote control commands6.
9. Aux 1 Linking
No Linking: the Aux output will not activate for a remote control command1. Link to Lock: the Aux output will activate for the Lock command2. Link to Unlock: the Aux output will activate for the Unlock command3. Link to Lock/Unlock: the Aux output will activate for the Lock & Unlock commands4. Link to Remote Start: the Aux output will activate for any Remote Start activation5.
10. Aux 2 Output Type
Refer to Aux 1 Output Type descriptions•
11. Aux 2 Linking
Refer to Aux 1 Linking descriptions•
12. Aux 3 Output Type
Refer to Aux 1 Output Type descriptions•
13. Aux 3 Linking
Options 1-4: Refer to Aux 1 Linking descriptions•
Option 5: SmartKey Control (Link to Remote Start Off): The Aux output will pulse once following•
Remote Start shut down for vehicles with push button engine stop operations. During runtime, if any
door is opened remote start will shut down immediately and pulse the output.
14. Aux 4 Output Type
Refer to Aux 1 Output Type descriptions•
15. Aux 4 Linking
Refer to Aux 1 Linking descriptions•
16. Aux/Trunk Output Type
Refer to Aux 1 Output Type descriptions•

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Menu 3 - Remote start
Menu
Item Feature Opt. 1 Opt. 2 Opt. 3 Opt.4 Opt. 5+
1 Transmission Mode Manual* Automatic
2 Engine Checking Mode Virtual Tach Voltage Off Tachometer
3 Cranking Time 0.6 sec. 0.8 sec. 1.0 sec. 1.2 sec. 1.4 (5)/ 1.6
(6)/ 1.8 (7)
2.0 (8)/ 4.0
(9)
4 Remote Start Runtime 12 min. 24 min. 60 min.
5 Activation Pulse Count 12
6 Turbo Mode No Turbo Mode
On-1 min. On-3 min. On-5 min. On- 10 min.
7 Timer Mode Runtime 12 min. 3 min. 6 min. 9 min.
8 Flex Relay Function Ignition 2 Accessory 2 Starter 2
9 Diesel Start Delay Wait-to Start
input Timed 15 sec. Timed 30 sec. Timed 45 sec.
10 Accessory during Diesel Start
Delay On Off
11 Status 2 Output Status Latch Rear
Defogger Pulse Rear Defogger
12 Parking Light Output Constant Pulsed Off
13 Anti-grind Output On Off
14 Tach Mode Starter Release Normal Increase Decrease
15 Vehicle Temp Auto Report** Off On
16 Remote Start Safelock Off On
* The H1/6 Violet or the H1/8 Green wire needs to be connected for this feature.
** Not available on 1-way remote
1. Transmission Mode
Manual: requires ‘Tachometer’ for the Engine Checking Mode, and requires the user to successfully1. perform a procedure when parking the vehicle before remote starter will engage
Automatic: uses any of the Engine Checking Modes and does not require any special procedures2. when parking
2. Engine Checking Mode
VirtualTach: battery voltage drop/rise during cranking determines when the starter output is released.1. During runtime, constant voltage level is monitored to determine if the engine is running
Voltage: starter output during cranking is a programmed duration (Set in Cranking Time). During2. runtime, constant voltage level is monitored to determine if the engine is running
Off: starter output during cranking is a programmed duration (Set in Cranking Time). The remote start3. will keep the ignition/accessories active for the programmed runtime whether the engine is running
or not
Tachometer: tachometer input signal during cranking and runtime to determine when the starter out-4. put is released and if the engine is running.
3. Cranking Time
0.6/0.8/1.0/1.2/1.4/1.6/1.8/2.0/4.0 seconds: determines the starter output duration during•
cranking for the ‘Voltage’ and the ‘Off’ Engine Checking Mode options
4. Remote Start Runtime
12/24/60 minutes: sets engine runtime during normal remote start operations•
5. Activation Pulse Count
1/ 2 pulses: sets the number of remote control commands received or Activation Input required to•

activate and de-activate remote start
6. Turbo Mode
No turbo Mode: Turbo mode is not available1. On – 1/3/5/10 minutes: Turbo Mode is available and, when activated, the engine will run for the2. duration set per the selected option
7. Timer Mode Runtime
12/3/6/9 minutes: sets the runtime when the engine is started by the Timer Mode and SmartStart•
features
8. Flex Relay Function
Ignition 2: the relay will emulate the Ignition 1 output during remote start1. Accessory 2: the relay will emulate the Accessory 1 output during remote start2. Starter 2: the relay will emulate the Starter output during remote start3.
9. Diesel Start Delay
Wait-to-start input: (-) input on the Grey/black (H2/7) WTS wire will delay the starter output until the1. ground ceases.
Timed 15/30/45 seconds: delays the starter output per the selected option, the WTS wire does not2. function.
10. Accessory during Diesel Start Delay
On: the Accessory outputs (H/3 high current and H2/12 low current) will be ON during diesel start1. delay
Off: the Accessory outputs (H/3 high current and H2/12 low current) will be OFF during diesel start2. delay
11. Status 2 Output (Dark Blue H2/10 wire)
Status: the output will activate before the ignition outputs turn on, and de-activate after they turn off1. during remote start
Latch rear defogger: the output activates 10 seconds after start if the interior temperature is below2. 55F. It turns off after 10 minutes or upon remote start off
Pulse rear defogger: the output activates (for 800mS) 10 seconds after start if the interior temperature3. is below 55F.
12. Parking Light Output
Constant: the lights will turn on solid during remote start1. Pulsed: the lights will pulse on/off during remote start2. Off: the lights will be off during remote start3.
13. Anti-grind Output
On: the high current starter relay will be activated during remote start as anti-grind protection.1. Off: the high current starter relay will not be activated during remote start, no anti-grind protection2. is available.
14. Tach Mode Starter Release
Normal: the starter output will release normally during cranking (50% of the learned tachometer1. value)
Increase: the starter output will release later during cranking (at 35% of the learned tachometer2. value)
Decrease: the starter output will release sooner during cranking (at 35% of the learned tachometer3. value)
15. Vehicle Temp Auto Report
Off: the report during remote start is defeated1. On: the report is sent every 2 minutes during remote start if the temperature has changed (+/-) 12. degree since the last report
16. Remote start Safelock

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Off: the Door lock and Factory Alarm Re-arm outputs will maintain the current status (locked/un-1. locked) during remote start and after shut down
On: the Door lock and Factory Alarm Re-arm outputs will arm/lock the vehicle during remote start2. and after shutdown
Bitwriter - Only Options
If programming with the Bitwriter®, the learn routine can be locked or unlocked. If the learn routine
has previously been locked, it must be unlocked with Bitwriter® - this cannot be done manually with
the Control button.
The Bitwriter® gives you access to a wider range of system options. These features and the adjustments
that may be programmed are described in the table below.
Menu
Item Feature Default Opt. 2 Opt. 3 Opt.4 Opt. 5+
1 Aux/Trunk Icon Type* Trunk Window Sunroof Audio Lights/Left dr/Right dr/Rear Hatch
2 Aux 1 Timed Output 30 sec. Options: 1 to 90 sec.
3 Aux 1 Icon Type* Pulsed Trunk Window Sunroof Audio/Lights/Left dr/Right dr/Rear Hatch/
Timed/Latched
4 Aux 2 Timed Output 30 sec. Options: 1 to 90 sec.
5 Aux 2 Icon Type* Pulsed Trunk Window Sunroof Audio/Lights/Left dr/Right dr/Rear Hatch/
Timed/Latched
6 Aux 3 Timed Output 30 sec. Options: 1 to 90 sec.
7 Aux 3 Icon Type* Pulsed Trunk Window Sunroof Audio/Lights/Left dr/Right dr/Rear Hatch/
Timed/Latched
8 Aux 4 Timed Output 30 sec. Options: 1 to 90 sec.
9 Diesel Start Delay
type (seconds) 15 sec. Options: 1 to 90 sec.
10 Timer Mode Runtime
(minutes) 12 min. Options: 1 to 16 min.
11 Timer Mode Starts 6 starts Options: 1/2/3/4 to 24 (Starts) in increments of 2
12 Timer mode intervals
(hours) 3 hr. Options: 1/2/3/4 to 24 in 2 hour increments
13 Smart start low temp 0° (F) Options: OFF, -20° to 70° in 10° increments
14 Smart start high temp 100° (F) Options: OFF, 40° to 130° in 10° increments
15 Smart start low bat-
tery (volts) 10.5V Options: OFF, 9V to 12.5V in 0.5V increments
16 Starter Release Fine
Tune
6
(normal) Options: 0 to 20 in increments of 1
17 Feature Programming Unlocked Locked
18 Transmitter Program-
ming Unlocked Locked
19 Remote Start Runtime 12 min. Options: 1 to 60 min.
20 Virtual Tach Fine Tune Not Ini-
tialized Options: Not initialized, 0 to 1000 in 50 millisecond increments
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Aux/Trunk Icon Type: sets the name to be displayed in the Text Field when the Aux/Trunk output is acti-1. vated/de-activated
Aux 1 Timed Output: sets the output duration in 1 second intervals up to 90 seconds for Aux 12. Aux 1 Icon Type: sets the name to be displayed in the Text Field when the Aux 1 output is activated/3. de-activated
Aux 2 Timed Output: sets the Aux 2 “Timed” output in 1 second intervals up to 90 seconds4. Aux 2 Icon Type: sets the name to be displayed in the Text Field when the Aux 2 output is activated/5. de-activated
Aux 3 Timed Output: sets the Aux 3 “Timed” output in 1 second intervals up to 90 seconds6. Aux 3 Icon Type: sets the name to be displayed in the Text Field when the Aux 3 output is activated/7. de-activated
Aux 4 Timed Output: sets the Aux 4 “Timed” output in 1 second intervals up to 90 seconds8. Diesel Start Delay Timer: sets the delay before engine crank in 1 second intervals up to 90 seconds for9. diesel engine vehicles
Timer Mode Runtime: sets the duration of runtime when the engine is started by the Timer Mode and Smart10. Start features
Timer mode Starts: sets the number of times the engine will be started by the Timer Mode and Smart Start11. features
Timer mode Intervals: sets the number of hours between engine starts by the Timer Mode and Smart Start12. features
Smart Start Low Temperature: sets the low temperature threshold required for Smart Start to start the13. engine
Smart Start High Temperature: sets the high temperature threshold required for Smart Start to start the14. engine
Smart Start Low battery (Volts): sets the low battery level threshold required for Smart Start to start the15. engine
Starter Release Fine Tune: adds or subtracts crank time in Tachometer mode in order to overcome engine16. types that short crank or over-crank on the first start attempt
Feature Programming: locks and unlocks the user’s ability to enter the feature menus and manually17. change the main unit programming using the Control Center
Transmitter Programming: locks and unlocks the user’s ability to enter the remote control/Reset menu and18. manually change any functions using the Control Center
Remote Start Runtime: sets the duration of runtime when the engine is started by remote command19. VirtualTach Fine tune: adds or subtracts crank time in VirtualTach mode in order to overcome engine types20. that short crank or over-crank on the first start attempt

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Basic Remote Functions
See Owner’s guide for functionality details on both the LC3 and 1-way companion remote control.
Reset and Deletion
If a feature/virtual tach needs to be reset or the remote controls need to be deleted, use the following proce-
dure.
Turn the ignition to the ON position (The heavy gauge pink wire must be connected).1. Within 10 seconds, press and release the Control button: 2 times if you want to delete remotes, 3 times2. to reset features or 4 times to reset virtual tach.. These function steps are described next.
Step 2:
Delete remotes: This feature erases all remotes from the memory of the keyless entry system. This is
useful in cases when a customer’s remote is lost or stolen.
Note: This does not reset the programmed features of the keyless entry system or reset the Virtual
Tach setting.
Step 3:
Reset Features: This resets all features of the keyless entry system to the factory default settings.
Note: This feature does not delete the remotes from the keyless entry system or reset the Virtual Tach
setting
Step 4:
Virtual Tach Reset: Deletes all previously learned values for Virtual Tach, and on the next remote start
sequence the unit begins virtual tach initialization.
Note: The “Zap” feature on the Bitwriter does not reset the Virtual tach setting.
Once you have selected the function step, press the Control button once more and hold it. The LED flashes3. and the horn honks to confirm the selected functional step. Do not release the Control button
While holding the control button, press the4.
A U X
button on the remote control. The unit honks to confirm that
the feature has been successfully reset.
Once the feature is reset, the Control button can be released.

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Troubleshooting: Keyless Entry
System does not Auto re-lock:
Is Auto re-locking programmed ON?1. Are the door inputs connected? Either the H1/8 green or the H1/6 violet should be connected..2.
Door locks operate backwards.
This unit has easily-reversed lock/unlock outputs. Recheck wire connections to see if you have re-•
versed these.
Troubleshooting: Remote Start
The remote will not activate the remote start
Check remote startup diagnostics.1. Is the neutral safety switch plugged in and turned on?2. If the vehicle has an automatic transmission, make sure the remote start is programmed for Automatic3. Transmission mode.
Is the remote programmed to the system?4. Can the remote start be activated manually by applying a ground pulse to the H1/10 White/Blue5. wire?
Check the harnesses and their connections. Make sure that the harnesses are completely plugged into6. the remote start module. Make sure there are good connections to the vehicle wiring.
Check voltage and fuses on the main 12-pin harness and on the heavy gauge remote start harness.7.
The remote start will activate, but the starter never engages.
Check for voltage on the purple starter wire two seconds after the remote start becomes active. If1. there is voltage present, skip to Step 8. If there is not voltage present, advance to Step 2.
Check the 30A fuses.2. If the gray/black wait-to-start wire is detecting ground upon activation, the starter will not crank.3. Is the tach wire connected? If so disconnect it and remote start the vehicle to see if the purple wire4. sends out voltage. If you get voltage you will need to go to an alternate tach source, the tach wire
you are currently on has a voltage spike upon ignition power up which can cause the remote start to
not send out the crank voltage.
Is the vehicle a Chrysler or GM with a multiplexed starter wire? The vehicle will not crank if the resis-5. tance is incorrect on the multiplexed accessory/starter wire.
Is the vehicle a GM? If so the Brown 2nd accessory needs to be powered up on some of the vehicles6. for the vehicle to crank.
If this is a manual transmission vehicle, the clutch will need to be bypassed (see tech tip # 10000 at7. www.directechs.com)
Make sure the purple starter wire is connected on the starter side of the optional starter kill/anti-grind8. relay.
Does the vehicle have an immobilizer? Some immobilizer systems will not allow the vehicle to crank9. if active.
Check connections. The heavy gauge remote start input wires on the heavy gauge 10-pin connector10. should have a solid connection. “T-taps” or “scotch locks”.
The vehicle starts, but immediately dies.
Does the vehicle have an immobilizer? The vehicle’s immobilizer can cut the fuel and/or spark during1. unauthorized starting attempts.
Is the remote start programmed for virtual tach or voltage sense? If so, the crank time may not be set2. high enough. Voltage sense will not work on some vehicles.
Is the remote start in tach mode? If so has the tach been programmed to the system?3. Check diagnostics. Sometimes a shutdown will become active during cranking or just after crank-4. ing.
The vehicle starts, but the starter keeps running.