Directed Electronics Viper 5904 User manual

Responder HD Models
Viper 5904
Clifford 590.4X
Python 594
Security 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.
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N5904 2011-09b

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®, Nui-
sance Prevention® Circuitry, Revenger®, Silent Mode™,
Soft Chirp®, Stinger®, Valet®, Vehicle Recovery System®,
VRS®, and Warn Away® are all Trademarks or Registered
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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), 6-pin connector ........................................................................................... 6
H2 Harness, 24-pin connector ................................................................................................... 6
Remote Start, (H3) 10-pin connector ........................................................................................... 7
Door Lock, 3-pin connector......................................................................................................... 7
Adjusting the Sensor........................................................................................................................ 7
Initializing Virtual Tach (not needed w/hardwire tach inputs)................................................................ 7
Learning the Tach (not needed with Virtual Tach) ................................................................................. 8
Neutral safety switch interface .......................................................................................................... 8
Testing the neutral safety switch................................................................................................... 8
Remote Start Shutdown/Startup Diagnostics ....................................................................................... 9
Remote Pairing ............................................................................................................................. 10
Programming System Features ........................................................................................................ 11
Feature Menus.............................................................................................................................. 12
Menu 1 - Security .................................................................................................................... 12
Menu 2 - Convenience............................................................................................................. 14
Menu 3 - Remote start .............................................................................................................. 16
Bitwriter - Only Options ................................................................................................................. 18
Basic Remote Functions.................................................................................................................. 20
Reset and Deletion ........................................................................................................................ 20
Long Term Event History ................................................................................................................. 20
Table of Zones .............................................................................................................................. 21
Troubleshooting: Alarm.................................................................................................................. 21
Troubleshooting: Remote Start......................................................................................................... 22

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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
Note: Sensor ports 1 and 2 cannot support sensor 508D due to current limitations. These ports are also
constant power and ground connections.
5x04
Neutral Safety
Switch
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)
ON
IMPORTANT! Neutral Safety
switch must be plugged in
and in the ON position RF Port
for IVU
Control Center
Thermistor/Temp Sensor
Sensor 1
Bitwriter/SmartStart Port
Door Lock
Port
Remote Start
10-pin Harness
Main 6-pin
Harness
10A FUSE
MINI ATM
RPN: 8540
LIGHT FLASH POLARITY
(10A (MAXIMUM) FUSE JUMPER)
Sensor 2
Aux/Shutdown/Trigger 24-pin Harness

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Wiring Connections
Main Harness (H1), 6-pin connector
H1/1 RED (+)12VDC CONSTANT INPUT
H1/2 BLACK (-) CHASSIS GROUND
H1/3 BROWN (+) SIREN OUTPUT
H1/4 WHITE/BROWN PARKING LIGHT ISOLATION WIRE - PIN 87a of onboard relay
H1/5 WHITE PARKING LIGHT OUTPUT
H1/6 ORANGE (-) 500mA GROUND WHEN ARMED OUTPUT
H2 Harness, 24-pin connector
1 3 5
INSERTION SIDE
2 4 6 24
23PINK/WHITE VIOLET/WHITE
GREEN/WHITEBLACK/WHITE
H2/1 PINK/WHITE (-) 200mA IGNITION/FLEX RELAY CONTROL OUTPUT
H2/2 BLACK/WHITE (-) NEUTRAL SAFETY INPUT
H2/3 BLUE/WHITE (-) 200mA 2ND STATUS /REAR DEFOGGER OUTPUT
H2/4 GREEN/BLACK (-) 200mA OEM ALARM DISARM OUTPUT
H2/5 RED/WHITE (-) 200mA TRUNK RELEASE OUTPUT
H2/6 GREEN (-) DOOR TRIGGER INPUT (N/C* OR N/O)
H2/7 BLACK/YELLOW (-) 200mA DOME LIGHT SUPERVISION OUTPUT
H2/8 BROWN/BLACK (-) 200mA HORN HONK OUTPUT
H2/9 DARK BLUE (-) 200mA STATUS OUTPUT
H2/10 PINK (-) 200mA IGNITION 1 OUTPUT
H2/11 WHITE/BLACK (-) 200mA AUX 3 OUTPUT
H2/12 VIOLET (+) DOOR TRIGGER INPUT
H2/13 WHITE/VIOLET (-) 200mA AUX 1 OUTPUT
H2/14 VIOLET/BLACK (-) 200mA AUX 2 OUTPUT
H2/15 ORANGE/BLACK (-) 200mA AUX 4 OUTPUT
H2/16 BROWN (+) BRAKE SHUTDOWN INPUT
H2/17 GREY (-) HOOD PIN INPUT (N/C OR N/O)
H2/18 VIOLET/YELLOW (-) 200mA STARTER OUTPUT
H2/19 BLUE (-) TRUNK PIN/ INSTANT TRIGGER INPUT (N/C OR N/O)
H2/20 GREY/BLACK (-) DIESEL WAIT TO START INPUT
H2/21 WHITE/BLUE (-) REMOTE START/ TURBO TIMER ACTIVATION INPUT
H2/22 ORANGE (-) 200mA ACCESSORY OUTPUT
H2/23 VIOLET/WHITE TACHOMETER INPUT
H2/24 GREEN/WHITE (-) 200mA OEM ALARM ARM OUTPUT
*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.di-
rectechs.com to interface with these types of vehicles.

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Remote Start, (H3) 10-pin connector
H3/1 PINK (+) IGNITION 1 INPUT/OUTPUT
H3/2 RED/WHITE (87) FLEX RELAY +12V INPUT (30A FUSED)
H3/3 ORANGE (+) ACCESSORY OUTPUT
H3/4 VIOLET (+) STARTER OUTPUT (CAR SIDE OF THE STARTER KILL)
H3/5 GREEN (+) STARTER INPUT (KEY SIDE OF THE STARTER KILL)
H3/6 RED IGNITION 1 +12V INPUT (30A FUSED)
H3/7 PINK/WHITE (30) FLEX RELAY OUTPUT (car side of ign, acc or starter wire)
H3/8 PINK/BLACK (87a) FLEX RELAY INPUT (key side of ign, acc or starter wire if needed)
H3/9 RED/BLACK ACCESSORY/STARTER RELAY +12V INPUT (30A FUSED)
H3/10 NC No Connection
Door Lock, 3-pin connector
1 BLUE (-) 500mA UNLOCK OUTPUT
2 EMPTY NOT USED
3 GREEN (-) 500mA LOCK OUTPUT
Adjusting the Sensor
Important! Make sure the vehicle is disarmed. The shock sensor sensitivity can be adjusted by using a trimmer
tool to turn the potentiometer.
Adjusting the sensor:
1. Disarm the system, turn the ignition Off.
2. With the sensor mounted in its permanent location, locate the trim pot on the shock sensor module and
using a trimmer tool:
• Turn the potentiometer clockwise for increased sensitivity or
• Turn it counterclockwise for decreased sensitivity
Note: You can test the new setting by cautiously impacting the vehicle with increasing intensity while not-
ing the LED status on the shock sensor. The LED turns on for a short duration for small impacts before turn-
ing off (indicating a warn-away trigger). The impact level required to fully trigger the alarm is indicated
when the LED remains on for a longer duration before turning off.
Note: This adjustment cannot be performed using the remote control.
Initializing Virtual Tach (not needed w/hardwire tach inputs)
To program Virtual Tach:
1. After the install is complete, 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.
2. Once the engine begins running, let it run for at least 30 seconds.
3. Using the Remote, send the Remote start command to turn remote start off. Virtual Tach is programmed.
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.

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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:
1. Start the vehicle with the key. Within 5 seconds, press and hold the Control button.
2. After 3 seconds the status LED on your Control Center lights constant when the tach signal is learned.
3. Release the Control button.
Note: When the tachometer is programmed, the main unit automatically enters the Tachometer engine
checking mode.
Since this unit has the capability to learn the tachometer with the analog input or through D2D from an
interface module, the unit gives confirmation as to which source the unit has learned from. After learning the
tach and releasing the Control button, the system:
Flashes the parking lights once if programmed using the analog tach wire.
Flashes the parking lights twice if programmed using the interface module through D2D.
.
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
1. Make sure there is adequate clearance to the front and rear of the vehicle because it may move slightly.
2. Make sure the hood is closed and there are no remote start shut-downs active.
3. Set the emergency brake.
4. Turn the key to the “run” position, this releases the shifter.
5. Place the car in drive (D).
6. Place your foot directly over the brake pedal, but do not depress it. Be ready to step on the brake if the
starter engages.
7. Activate the remote start system.
8. If the starter engages, immediately depress the brake to shut the remote start system down. If the
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!

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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:
1. With the ignition Off, press and hold the Control button (on Control Center).
2. Turn the ignition On and then back Off while holding the Control button.
3. Release the Control button.
4. Press 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)
10 flashes Alarm triggered **
11 flashes Wait-to-start input timed out
* 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.
** Alarm was triggered during remote start sequence.
Startup Diagnostics: If the vehicle fails to activate the remote start, the remote start module will notify you via
your Responder HD 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.

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Remote Pairing
Prepare the vehicle system to be Paired with a new remote
1. Open a door.
2. Turn the key to the ON position.
3. Within 5 seconds press and release the Control button on the Control Center one time.
4. Within 5 seconds, press and hold the Control button on the Control Center. The status LED will flash one
time and the siren then chirps to confirm the vehicle is ready for remote pairing.
5. Release the Control button and proceed below.
Note: If no remote pairing results, the system will exit after 60 seconds.
Prepare the Responder HD 2-way remote control to be Paired with the system:
Remote Pair matches your HD remote to the system. Make sure the HD remote is set for the desired Car 1
(Default) or Car 2 operation for the system it will be paired with.
1. With the HD remote control display blank, press in and hold the menu wheel for 3 seconds until Settings
screen appears.
2. Toggle the menu wheel until Adjustments screen appears
3. Press in on the menu wheel to enter.
4. In the Adjustments menu highlight Remote Pair and press in the Menu Wheel to go to the Remote Pair
screen. Follow the on screen instructions:
I. Press and hold the
AUX
button until tones are played.
II. The system chirps the siren to indicate it has learned the HD remote ID and is sending its ID to the
remote.
III. Release
AUX
button.
5. Successful or Failed Pair: The HD remote control indicates a successful or failed pairing on the display.
After a successful pairing, it then returns to the Adjustments menu. If pairing fails, it returns to the
Remote Pair screen, press the
AUX
button to attempt another pairing.
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.
1. Press and hold the
AUX
button for 8 seconds.
Note: If Car 2 mode is on, ignore the Car Select beep after 3 seconds.
2. Wait for the Transmit LED to light solid and the remote to beep. Release the
AUX
button.
3. Press the
AUX
button for 1 second. The transmit LED will blink 3 times and beep 3 times.
4. Within 5 seconds, press the
AUX
button.
5. The vehicle siren will chirp. You have now successfully learned the remote to the vehicle remote start and
security system.
6. Press the
AUX
button two times to exit learn routine on the remote. The transmit LED will turn off and exit
tone will sound.