Directed Electronics AVITAL 4603 User manual

Model 4603
Remote Start
Owner’s Guide
© 2009 Directed Electronics, Vista, CA
G4603LX 2009-09

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Contents
Government Regulations ....................................................................................ii
Warning! Safety first ........................................................................................ iii
What is Included ............................................................................................1
Important Information ........................................................................................1
System Maintenance .................................................................................1
Your Warranty..........................................................................................1
Remote Control Functions ...................................................................................2
Using Your System ...........................................................................................3
Locking....................................................................................................3
Unlocking ................................................................................................3
Disabling (optional) Starter Kill ..................................................................3
Panic Mode .............................................................................................4
Remote Start.............................................................................................4
Rear Defogger..........................................................................................5
Valet Take-Over ........................................................................................6
Car Finder ...............................................................................................7
Timer Mode .............................................................................................7
Starter Anti-Grind Circuitry.........................................................................8
Disabling the Remote Start system ...............................................................8
Ignition Controlled Door Locks....................................................................9
Rapid Resume Logic ........................................................................................10
Owner Recognition .........................................................................................10
Programming Options......................................................................................11
Glossary of Terms............................................................................................12
Convenience Expansions .................................................................................13
Quick Reference Guide....................................................................................15
Limited Consumer Warranty .............................................................................17
Notes ............................................................................................................19

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Government Regulations
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing 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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential instal-
lation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television, which can be determined by
turning the equipment OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for
help.
Remote Controls
To satisfy FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this device should be used
in hand-held, hand operated configurations only. The device and its antenna
must maintain a separation distance of 20 cm or more from the person’s body,
except for the hand and wrists, to satisfy RF exposure compliance. This device
is designed to be used in a person’s hands and its operating configurations do
not support normal transmissions while it is carried in pockets or holsters next to
a person’s body.

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Control Center
To satisfy FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the device and its antenna
must maintain a separation distance of 20 cm or more from the person’s body,
except for the hand and wrists, to satisfy RF exposure compliance.
This device complies with the Industry Canada Radio Standards Specification
RSS 210. Its use is authorized only on a no-interference, no-protection basis; in
other words, this device must not be used if it is determined that it causes harm-
ful interference to services authorized by IC. In addition, the user of this device
must accept any radio interference that may be received, even if this interference
could affect the operation of the device.
Warning:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
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 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 enclosed area
or partially enclosed area without ventilation (such as a garage). 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 properly handle and keep out of reach from children
all remote control devices to assure that the system does not unintentionally re-
mote start the vehicle. THE USER MUST INSTALL A CARBON MONOXIDE DE-
TECTOR IN OR ABOUT THE LIVING AREA ADJACENT TO THE VEHICLE. ALL
DOORS LEADING FROM ADJACENT LIVING AREAS TO THE ENCLOSED OR

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PARTIALLY ENCLOSED VEHICLE STORAGE AREA MUST AT ALL TIMES REMAIN
CLOSED. These precautions are the sole responsibility of the user.
Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended mode of operation may
result in property damage, personal injury, or death. (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 must also have 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
dealer in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in the product installation
guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease remote start operation immediately and
consult with the authorized Directed dealer to fix the problem.
After the remote start module has been installed, contact your authorized dealer
to have him or her test the remote start module by performing the Safety Check
outlined in the product 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 the installer must
properly reinstall the remote start system so that the vehicle does not start in gear.
All installations must be performed by an authorized Directed dealer.
OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE STARTS IN
GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF OPERATION. OPERAT-
ING THE REMOTE START SYSTEM UNDER THESE CONDITIONS MAY RESULT
IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY
CEASE THE USE OF THE UNIT AND SEEK THE ASSISTANCE OF AN AU-
THORIZED Directed DEALER TO REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED
REMOTE START MODULE. DIRECTED WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OR
PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS.
This product is designed for fuel injected, automatic transmission ve-
hicles only. Use of this product in a standard transmission vehicle is
dangerous and contrary to the product's intended use.

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What is Included
• The control module
• A Venom SST antenna
• One 4 - button remote control (P/N 7641L)
• A push-button Valet switch
• Your warranty card
• A shut-down toggle switch
Important Information
Congratulations on the purchase of your remote start keyless entry sys-
tem. This system has been designed to provide years of trouble free
operation. By carefully reading this Owner’s Guide prior to using your
system, you will maximize the use of this system and its features. Addi-
tional or replacement copies of this guide can be printed by accessing
the Directed Electronics internet website at
www.avital.com .
➢System Maintenance
The system requires no specific maintenance. Your remote is powered
by two miniature 3V lithium CR2025 batteries that lasts approximately
one year under normal use. When the batteries weaken, the LED on the
remote will dim and operating range will be reduced.
➢Your Warranty
Your warranty card must be completely filled out and returned within
10 days of purchase. Your product warranty will not be honored if
your warranty card is not returned. Make sure that you receive the
warranty card from your dealer. You may also register online at
www.prodregister.com/directed.

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Remote Control Functions
The receiver uses a computer-based learn routine to learn the remote
control buttons. The remote control buttons described in this manual
correspond to a Standard Configuration.
Standard configuration
Button Press Feature

Lock
Press for 1 second to Lock. Press and hold for 1. 5
seconds to lock and then activate Panic.

Unlock
Press one time to Unlock, or to turn Panic Off.

Auxiliary
Press and hold for less than one second before lock-
ing and unlocking to activate Silent Mode. Press
and hold for 1.5 second to activate optional trunk
release.
Remote start
Press one time to activate Remote Start.

+

Press these buttons to activate Timer mode.
+

Press these buttons to activate Car finder.

+

Press these buttons simultaneously to activate the op-
tional Rear Window Defogger during remote start.

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Using Your System
➢Locking
Pressing

for one second locks the system. (if the door locks are con-
nected). The horn honks (if connected) and the parking lights flash once
to confirm locking of the system. The optional Failsafe®Starter Kill also
activates and prevents the vehicle’s starter from cranking.
➢Unlocking
Pressing

for one second unlocks the doors (if connected). The horn
honks twice (if connected) and the parking lights flash twice to confirm
unlocking of the system. The optional Failsafe Starter Kill is deactivat-
ed.
➢Disabling (optional) Starter Kill
If your remote control is lost or damaged, you can manually override
the starter kill. You must have the ignition key, and know where the Valet
button is located. Be sure to check with the installer for the location of
the Valet button.
To override the starter kill turn the ignition on, and then press and re-
lease the Valet button one time within 10 seconds. The vehicle should
start, if not you may not have waited too long to release the button: Turn
the ignition off and repeat the process.
Location of Valet button: ____________________

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➢ Panic Mode
If you are threatened in or near your vehicle, you can attract attention
by triggering the system with your remote control. Press

for 1.5
seconds to enter Panic Mode. In Panic Mode, the horn will honk and
the parking lights will flash for 30 seconds. To stop Panic Mode at
any time, press

or

on the remote control.
Note: In order for Panic Mode to be effective, the vehicle’s horn (or
optional siren) and the vehicle's parking lights must be connected.
➢Remote Start
This feature allows you to remotely start and run your vehicle for a
programmable period of time. This makes it possible to warm up the
engine, as well as adjust the interior temperature of the vehicle with
the climate control system. If interior heating or cooling is desired, the
climate controls must be preset, and the fan blower must be set to the
desired level prior to remote starting the vehicle.
Important! Never remotely start the vehicle with the vehicle
in gear, and never remotely start the vehicle with the key in the
ignition.
To remote start the vehicle:
• Press the button on the remote control 1 time and hold for 1
second.
• The parking lights flash to confirm that the vehicle is attempting to
start. (In gasoline vehicles, the engine starts 4 seconds after the
parking lights flash. In diesel vehicles, the engine starts when the
WAIT-TO-START timer light goes out.)
• Once the vehicle has started, it will run for the pre-programmed
period of time (12, 24, or 60 minutes) or until a shutdown input
is triggered.

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When you are ready to drive the vehicle:
1. Insert the ignition key and turn it to the ON (not the START)
position.
2. Press the brake pedal. The remote start system shuts down and the
motor continues to run because the ignition has been turned on.
Note: If the brake pedal is pressed before the key is in the ON position,
the engine will shut down.
The system monitors the vehicle during remote start runtime operation.
The engine will automatically shutdown if the system receives any of the
following shut-down inputs:
• The brake pedal is pressed.
• The hood is opened.
• The shutdown toggle switch is put into the OFF position.
• The pre-programmed run time (12, 24, or 60 minutes) has elapsed.
• Remote control button is pressed or optional activation input.
➢Rear Defogger*
To turn the rear defogger output Off:
1. Simultaneously press & release the

+ +

buttons on
the remote control.
2. The lights flash 2 times.
3. The rear defogger output will no longer activate when the vehicle
is remote started.
Note: If the remote start is On, the parking lights turn Off then flash
2- times before returning to normal output. The defogger output, if ac-
tive, will cease.

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To turn the rear defogger output On:
1. Simultaneously press & release the

+ +

buttons on
the remote control.
2. The lights will flash 3 times.
3. The rear defogger output will once again activate when the ve-
hicle is remote started.
Note: If the remote start is On, the lights turn off and then flash 3-times
before returning to normal output. The defogger output activates as
programmed.
*Rear defogger must be installed and turned on by an authorized Di-
rected dealer.
➢Valet Take-Over
The Valet Take-Over feature allows the vehicle to remain running after
the key has been removed from the ignition. This feature is useful for
occasions when you wish to exit and lock the vehicle for short periods
of time, but would like to leave the motor running and the climate
controls on.
To perform Valet Take-Over:
1. Before turning off the engine, press and release on the remote
control for 1 second.
2. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. (The engine will stay
running.)
3. The vehicle will run for the pre-programmed period of time (12,
24, or 60 minutes) or until a shutdown input is triggered.

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➢Car Finder
Car finder allows you to locate your vehicle, by having the system flash
the parking lights on your vehicle..
To activate:
1. Press and release the and

buttons at the same time.
2. The lights flash 5 times slowly allowing you to locate your ve-
hicle.
➢Timer Mode
By pressing the remote

and

buttons the parking lights will flash 4
times and then start the vehicle and run for the set duration. The remote
start can be shut off by the remote control by pressing the remote start
button ,and remain in timer mode, but if any other shut down zones
or the ignition becomes active the timer mode will cancel.
• Press Timer mode buttons.
• The vehicle confirms with 4 parking light flashes.
• A 1-second delay starts.
• The system starts the car which runs for the specified duration,
unless shut down by pressing the remote start button . If shut
down with the remote start button , the system remains in timer
mode.
• The system starts every 3 hours, for a maximum of 6 starts, until
canceled by turning on the ignition, activating the brake, hood,
or neutral safety shut-down wires. The parking lights flash 4 times
indicating timer mode is exited.
Important! Timer Mode should be used only in open
areas. Never start and run the vehicle in an enclosed
space such as a garage or carport.

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➢Starter Anti-Grind Circuitry
Whenever the vehicle is remote started, advanced anti-grind circuitry
prevents the starter from engaging, even if the key is turned to the start
position. This prevents damage to the starter motor if the key is turned to
the start position during remote start operation.
Note: Anti-grind circuitry only works when the remote start system is
operating the motor and the optional Failsafe®Starter Kill relay is in-
stalled.
➢Disabling the Remote Start system
This feature allows your system's remote start unit to be temporarily
disabled to prevent the vehicle from being remote started accidentally.
This feature is useful if the vehicle is being serviced or stored in an
enclosed area. To disable the remote start, move the shutdown toggle
switch to the OFF position. The switch can be installed in a location of
your choice. Check with your installer for recommended locations.
Location Of Shutdown Switch _________________________

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➢Ignition Controlled Door Locks
If power door locks have been connected to your system, the vehicle's
doors will lock three seconds after the ignition has been turned On and
unlock when the ignition is turned Off.
Important: In order for the ignition controlled door locks to work the
feature must be programmed On.
If the ignition is turned on when the vehicle is remote started the doors
will not lock until the remote start shuts off. To avoid being locked out
of the vehicle, do not turn the ignition on until you are ready to drive
the vehicle.

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Rapid Resume Logic
This Directed Electronics system will store its current state to non-volatile
memory. If power is lost and then reconnected the system will recall the
stored state from memory. This means if the unit is in Locked Mode and
the battery is disconnected for any reason, such as servicing the car,
when the battery is reconnected the unit will still be in Locked Mode.
This applies to all states of the system.
Owner Recognition
Owner Recognition is a revolutionary feature available only from Di-
rected. Using a Directed Bitwriter® your dealer can program many of
the system settings. It is possible to program different settings for each
transmitter used with the system. Then, whenever a specific transmitter is
used, the system recalls the settings assigned to that transmitter. Owner
Recognition allows up to four users to have different settings that meet
their specific needs. It is almost like having four separate alarms in your
vehicle, one for each user.
Important: Owner Recognition cannot be programmed without a Bit-
writer® and the necessary software.

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Programming Options
Programming options control your system's normal, operational set-up.
Most options do not require additional parts, but some may require ad-
ditional installation labor. This system's programming options are listed
below, with the factory default settings in
bold :
•
12 ,24, or 60 minute run time. your system can be programmed
to allow the vehicle to run for 12, 24, or 60 minutes when remote
started. Can be set to 1 - 60 min by your installer.
• 3, 6, 9, or
12 minute timer mode run time. Your system can be
programmed to allow the vehicle to run for 3, 6, 9, or 12 minutes
when remote started in timer mode. Can be set to 1-16 minutes
by your installer.
• Comfort closure is a programming option which closes the ve-
hicle’s windows after remote locking.
• Parking lights flashing or constant. Your system can be programmed
to either flash or to turn on the parking lights constantly during the
entire remote start operation.
• Ignition switch-controlled door-locking
on or Off. With this feature
on, the doors will lock 3 seconds after the ignition key is turned on,
and unlock when the ignition key is turned off.
• The horn honk confirmations for locking and unlocking can be
programmed
on or Off. In order for this feature to be programmed
on, the horn must be connected to the system.

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Glossary of Terms
Control Unit: The “brain” of your system. Usually hidden underneath the
dash area of the vehicle. It houses the microprocessor which monitors
your vehicle and controls all system functions.
Failsafe® Starter Kill: An optional automatic switch controlled by your
system which prevents the vehicle’s starter from cranking whenever the
system is locked. The vehicle is never prevented from cranking when
the system is unlocked, in Valet Mode, or if the starter kill switch itself
fails. Your system has feature-ready circuitry for the starter kill, however
installation may require additional labor and parts.
LED: indicator on your remote control when a button is pressed.
Remote control: A hand-held device which operates the various func-
tions of your system.
Valet Button: A small push button mounted at a discretionary location
inside the vehicle. It is used to override the Failsafe®Starter Kill when a
remote control is lost or damaged.

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Convenience Expansions
Listed below are some of the many expansion options available for
use with your system. Some options may require additional parts and/
or labor. Please consult with your dealer for a complete list of options
available for use with this system.
Power Door Lock Control: Your system is capable of controlling many
types of power door lock systems; however, some door lock systems
may require extra parts. Consult with your dealer to determine which
type of locks your vehicle uses. The system can be programmed to lock
the doors when the ignition is turned on and to unlock them when the
ignition is turned off.
Power Trunk Release: The system’s auxiliary output can be programmed
to operate a factory power release for the vehicle's trunk or hatch. If
the factory release is not power-activated, Directed Electronics 522T
trunk-release solenoid can often be added.
Power Window Control: Power window control is provided with Di-
rected Electronics 529T or 530T systems. The 529T system will roll
up two windows automatically when the system is locked, or roll two
windows down by using the remote control. The 530T will roll two
windows both up and down. The 530T also provides one touch switch
operation.