Fortin Electronic Systems FTX75-1W User manual

User Guide
MODEL : FTX75
FCC ID : 2ACKU-R1W01FM
IC : 12084A-R1W01FM
Manufacture : FORTIN
Model : ANT-FMH-2W
FCC ID : 2ACKU-A2W01FM
IC : 12084A-A2W01FM
Manufacture : FORTIN
DESIGNED & ENGINEERED IN CANADA
DOC#: 65851 - REV:H 20170330 © 2014 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
SECURITY SYSTEM ONLY
REMOTE CAR STARTER ONLY
SECURITY SYSTEM AND REMOTE CAR STARTER
AUTOMATIC / MANUAL TRANSMISSION - 1-WAY REMOTES
FTX75-1W

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Remote-Starter/Alarm system. This is a state of the art Remote-Starter/
Security-System including numerous new comfort and security features, and all of the elementary fea-
tures generally offered with most basic Remote-Starter systems.There are certain features listed in this
manual that may not be available for your system. There may also be features listed in this manual that
require additional installation or programming before they are active.In order to truly enjoy the benets
of this system, we recommend that you thoroughly review the following manual. This system contains
transmitter(s) and a receiver with625 m/2000ft range..US
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................................................................................... 2
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................. 2
CAUTION - WARNING ......................................................................................................................... 3
NOTE .................................................................................................................................................3
INDUSTRY CANADA USER NOTICE ......................................................................................................3
GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS ............................................................................................................. 3
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL ............................................................................................................ 4
REMOTE-STARTING............................................................................................................................ 5
REMOTE-STARTING THE VEHICLE .......................................................................................................5
ACCESSORY PRESET ..........................................................................................................................5
READY MODE (MANUAL TRANSMISSION ONLY) .................................................................................5
DRIVING OFF......................................................................................................................................7
CANCELLING A REMOTE START ..........................................................................................................7
REMOTE-STARTER FEATURES ............................................................................................................. 7
IDLE MODE (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)...........................................................................................7
IDLE MODE (MANUAL TRANSMISSION) ...............................................................................................7
TURBO MODE (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) .......................................................................................8
TURBO MODE (MANUAL TRANSMISSION) ...........................................................................................8
VALET MODE (VIA SWITCH) / VALET CODING........................................................................................8
VALET CODING DISBALED (DEFAULT): .................................................................................................9
VALET MODE (VIA REMOTE) ................................................................................................................ 9
COLD START TIMER MODE .................................................................................................................. 9
AUXILIARY USE ...............................................................................................................................10
REMOTE LOCKING AND UNLOCKING.................................................................................................10
REMOTE STARTING OPTIONS ............................................................................................................ 10
CONFIGURABLE FONCTIONALITY DURING INSTALLATION..................................................................10
REMOTE DOOR LOCKS .....................................................................................................................11
ACTIVE OR PASSIVE ARMING............................................................................................................ 11
IGNITION DOOR LOCKS ....................................................................................................................11
SECURITY LOCK ...............................................................................................................................11
TRUNK/HATCH RELEASE (ZONE 6)...................................................................................................11
RUNTIME .........................................................................................................................................12
RUNTIME RESET .............................................................................................................................12
ALARM............................................................................................................................................ 12
AUDIBLE CONFIRMATION .................................................................................................................12
ALARM ACTIVITY ..............................................................................................................................12
OPEN ZONE NOTIFICATION ............................................................................................................... 12
FALSE ALARM DEACTIVATION ...........................................................................................................12
SHOCK SENSOR (ZONE 4).................................................................................................................12
VEHICLE LOCATOR/PANIC MODE ....................................................................................................... 12
SENSOR DEACTIVATION ...................................................................................................................13
TRANSMITTER RANGE...................................................................................................................... 13
FAILED REMOTE-START .................................................................................................................... 13
REMOTE START / ALARM DIAGNOSTICS............................................................................................. 14
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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CAUTION - WARNING
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE REMOTE CAR STARTER OPERATOR TO:
•ensure that the vehicle is parked in a safe and responsible manner.
•ensure that the vehicle is not remotely started indoors (garage, underground park-
ing).
•ensure that the vehicle is not remotely started with a passenger inside.
•ensure that the gearshift lever is in the NEUTRAL position and the parking brake is
engaged on manual transmission in order to avoid accidents upon remote starting.
•when leaving the vehicle, ensure that the gearshift lever is in the “PARK” position for
an automatic transmission in order to avoid accidents upon remote starting. (Note:
Make sure that the vehicle cannot start in “Drive” position.)
•ensure that the remote starter is disabled or put into valet mode before servicing.
When servicing the vehicle, enable valet Mode (via switch) / VALET CODING, page
8.
NOTE
•The system can be congured in three different ways: Remote Start only, alarm only or alarm
and remote starter.
•The options vary by vehicle, the components can be added to the system and the functions on
the vehicle.
INDUSTRY CANADA USER NOTICE
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should
be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for
successful communication.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized
modications to this equipment. Such modications could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condi-
tions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pur-
suant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio fre-
quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, 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
reception, 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.
This device complies with the Industry Canada Radio Standards Specication 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 harmful interferences to services authorized by IC. In addition,
the user of this device must accept any radio interface that may be received, even if this interference
could affect the operation of the device.
Warning! Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
The remote starter is equipped with two 1-way 5-button multi-channel remote control FTX75.
LOCK 0.5
SEC.
Locks all doors, arm the anti-
theft system and activates
the Alarm (if installed). Press
LOCK for 4 seconds to acti-
vate the Panic Mode
STOP 0.5
SEC. Remote-Stop.
START 3 SEC.
Remote-start the vehicle.
Press START again to re-
set the runtime. (See: re-
mote-starter features, page
7)
TRUNK
(FUNCTION) 3 SEC.
Opens the trunk, and deacti-
vates the Alarm (if installed).
The Alarm ignores the trunk
zone until it is closed.
UNLOCK 0.5
SEC.
Unlocks all doors, disarms
the anti-theft system and
deactivates the Alarm (if in-
stalled).
Press and release
TRUNK and then press
UNLOCK
AUXILIARY1 0.5
SEC.
AUXILIARY1 (See:Auxiliary
use, page 10)
Press and release
TRUNK and then press
LOCK
AUXILIARY2 0.5
SEC.
AUXILIARY2 (See:Auxiliary
use, page 10)
+
Press simultane-
ously FUNCTON and
TRUNK
LOCKED THE
REMOTE
Until the
RED DEL
turn on.
See : REMOTE LOCKING
AND UNLOCKING, page
10
UNLOCKED
THE RE-
MOTE
Until the
GREEN
DEL turn
on.
The remote ash DEL BLUE when a button is pressed.
The remote ash DEL GREEN when the remote is transmitting the informations. For car command
conrmation see: audible conrmation, page 12.
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REMOTE-STARTING
REMOTE-STARTING THE VEHICLE
This Remote-Starter supports both manual and automatic transmission vehicles. For manual transmis-
sion vehicles see the Ready Mode section.
REMOTE-STARTING
STEP1 To remote-start the vehicle press the START button for approximately
3 second.
STEP 2 The parking lights will turn on to indicate a response to the Remote-
Start signal.
STEP 3
Approximately 5 seconds later the engine will crank. Once the vehicle
starts the parking lights will turn on and remain on for the entire
duration of the Remote-Starter runtime, or until the Remote-Starter
is shut down.
If the vehicle fails to start on the rst attempt, the Remote-Starter will wait 3 seconds before it will attempt to
start the vehicle again. The Remote-Starter will attempt to start the vehicle 2 times (default) before giving up. (See
Failed Remote Start page 13)
WARNING : Never leave children or animals in a Remote-Started vehicle unattended.
ACCESSORY PRESET
Heater & Heated Seat(s): When leaving the vehicle it is recommended that the driver pre-set
the climate controls in preparation for a later Remote-Start. When the vehicle Remote-
Starts, the current (or last) setting for the climate controls, windshield wipers (and other
accessories) will be used. When setting the blower motor (fan speed) and heated seats (if
equipped) should not be left on HIGH. It is recommended to leave these settings on either
a LOW or MEDIUM setting.
Windshield Wipers & Radio & Headlights: Some vehicles require the radio, windshield wiper,
headlight circuits to become energized while running under Remote-Start. When leaving the
vehicle you must ensure that the windshield wiper and headlight switches are turned off.
Leaving the headlights on with some vehicles could cause them to remain on even after the
Remote-Starter has shut down, resulting in a dead battery.
Rear Defrost: On most vehicles the Rear Defrost can only be activated after the vehicle has
been started and in most cases this feature is not included with a Remote-Starter installa-
tion. On some vehicles it may be possible for the installer to hook this feature up so it either
automatically enables after Remote-Start or can be enabled by using an AUX output.
Driver Presets: Some vehicles retain different seat, mirror and radio settings for each driver.
Different driver presets are not controlled by the Remote-Starter, however they may be con-
trolled with the Bypass/Interface Kit.
READY MODE (MANUAL TRANSMISSION ONLY)
Two activation methods are possible, please consult the salesman or installer to determine which of
these modes applies to your vehicle.
There are always safety concerns for a manual transmission vehicle to accidentally start while in gear,
Ready Mode alleviates these concerns. The driver must enable Ready Mode in order to Remote-Start the
vehicle at a later time. Once Ready Mode is set-up the vehicle can be started/stopped at will, as many
times as needed. However once the parking brake is disengaged, the hood is opened, or any of the doors
are opened, Ready Mode will deactivate and the vehicle will not start until Ready Mode is reactivated.
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METHOD 1
PROGRAMMED BY DEFAULT THIS METHOD WILL ACTIVATE THE REMOTE CAR STARTER SE-
QUENCE ONLY WHEN THE END USER IS USING THE REMOTE CAR STARTER REMOTE:
The vehicle must be running.
STEP 1
and
Make sure that all doors are closed and the transmission is in the
NEUTRAL position.
STEP 2
Engage the parking brake.
STEP 3
Release the brake pedal.
STEP 4 Press the START button. The parking lights will ash once and
then remain on.
STEP 5
Remove the key from the ignition barrel.
The vehicle will remain running with the Remote-Starter.
STEP 6
Exit the vehicle and close all of the doors.
The Remote-Starter will stop running once all the doors are
closed.
METHOD 2 This method must be programmed by the installer during installation. THIS METHOD
WILL ACTIVATE THE REMOTE STARTER SEQUENCE EVERYTIME THE END USER IS LEAVING THE
VEHICLE. AUTOMATIC ACTIVATION:
The vehicle must be running.
STEP 1
Make sure the transmission is in the NEUTRAL position.
STEP 2
Engage the parking brake.
STEP 3
Release the brake pedal.
STEP 4 Remove the key from the ignition barrel. The engine will shut
down and the vehicle will be ready to start at any time.
STEP 5 Exit the vehicle and close all of the doors.
The Remote-Starter will stop running once all the doors are
closed.
The vehicle is ready to start. Open any door to cancel Ready Mode and start over the sequence from
step 1.
TO DEACTIVATE READY MODE:
•Open any door(s) • Open the hood • Disengage of the parking brake
Note : If the parking lights ash 3 times when Remote-Starting, Ready Mode is not enabled.
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DRIVING OFF
When the vehicle is running with the Remote-Starter, enter the vehicle and proceed with the following
steps:
STEP 1 Insert the key and turn it to the ignition (ON/Run) position.
WARNING: Do not turn the key to the START position when the engine is
running. This may damage the ignition system on some vehicles.
STEP 2 Step on the brake pedal to disable the Remote-Starter, and put the
vehicle in gear.
CANCELLING A REMOTE START
See USING THE REMOTE CONTROL, page 4
REMOTE-STARTER FEATURES
IDLE MODE (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)
Idle Mode allows the vehicle to run without the key in the ignition barrel. For example, if you stop for a
quick errand or delivery, simply allow the vehicle to run while you are gone. The engine will run until the
Remote-Starter runtime expires. Press START any time the vehicle is running with the Remote-Starter
to reset this timer. To activate Idle Mode (automatic transmission) proceed with the following steps:
STEP 1 With the key in the barrel at the ignition (ON/RUN) position and
the engine running, press the START button until the parking
lights turn on.
STEP 2 Turn the key to the OFF position and remove the key from the
ignition barrel. The vehicle will continue to run with the Remote-
Starter.
STEP 3 Get out of the vehicle and press the LOCK button to lock the doors.
The engine will run until the Remote–Starter runtime expires.
WARNING : Never leave children or animals in a Remote-Started vehicle unattended.
IDLE MODE (MANUAL TRANSMISSION)
Idle mode is activated in much the same way Ready Mode is activated, except for Step 1. To activate
Idle Mode (manual transmission) proceed with the following steps:
IDLE MODE ACTIVATION:
STEP 1
and
Open at least one door and ensure the transmission is in the NEU-
TRAL position.
STEP 2
Engage the parking brake.
STEP 3
Release the brake pedal.
STEP 4
Press the remote START button. The parking lights will ash once
and then remain on.
STEP 5 Remove the key from the ignition barrel.
The vehicle will continue to run with the the Remote-Starter.
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STEP 6 Exit the vehicle and close all of the doors.
The vehicle will continue to run after all the doors are closed.
STEP 7 Remote-stop the vehicle. Press and release the STOP button.
The engine will continue to run until either the remote stop function is pressed (see USING THE RE-
MOTE CONTROL, page 4), the Remote-Starter runtime expires, the parking brake is disengaged,
the brake is pressed, or the hood is opened. If the Remote-Starter is shut down by transmitter it will
automatically go in to Ready Mode (if all the doors are closed).
WARNING : Never leave children or animals in a Remote-Started vehicle unattended.
TURBO MODE (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)
Turbo Mode (if installed) is similar to Idle Mode but is used to cool down the turbo-charger once the
driver leaves the vehicle. The Remote-Starter will continue run the vehicle for 2 minutes allowing the
turbo-charger to cool down. To activate Turbo Mode (automatic transmission) proceed with the follow-
ing steps:
STEP 1
With the engine already running, press the remote START button
until the parking lights come on.
STEP 2
Remove the key from the ignition barrel.
The vehicle will continue to run with the the Remote-Starter.
STEP 3 Exit the vehicle and close all of the doors.
The vehicle will continue to run after all the doors are closed.
STEP 4
Press the LOCK button to lock the doors. The vehicle will continue
to run for 60 seconds.
TURBO MODE (MANUAL TRANSMISSION)
Turbo Mode (if installed) is similar to Idle Mode but is used to cool down the turbo-charger once the
driver leaves the vehicle. The Remote-Starter will continue run the vehicle for 2 minutes allowing the
turbo-charger to cool down. To activate Turbo Mode (manual transmission) proceed with the following
steps:
See IDLE MODE (MANUAL TRANSMISSION) page 7.
VALET MODE (VIA SWITCH) / VALET CODING
Valet Mode disables both the Remote-Starter and Alarm system. Whenever the vehicle is being serviced
or repaired, or the vehicle is parked indoors it is mandatory that Valet Mode be enabled to prevent an
accidental Remote-Start.
Note: The alarm system is not active (including Starter Kill) when the system is in Valet Mode. However
you are still able to lock and unlock the doors, and release the rear hatch/trunk.
Note: When the Remote-Starter/Alarm is in Valet Mode, the LED will stay ON solid instead of ashing
after the doors are locked. The LED will turn off only after the Remote-Starter/Alarm exit Valet Mode.
The valet mode can be programmed to use a coded entry in order to increase the security of your alarm
system and to prevent accidents. By default, the valet button is pressed 3 times after turning the igni-
tion. Function 30 can be programmed to use a coded value instead of the default one.
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VALET CODING DISBALED (DEFAULT):
To activate and deactivate Valet Mode using the valet switch proceed with the following steps:
STEP 1
Insert the key and turn it to the ignition (ON/RUN) position. The vehicle
does not need to be started.
STEP 2
3X
FMH
2-W
Within 10 seconds press (1 second) and release the Valet switch 3
times.
STEP 3
F
MH
2
-
W
Valet mode enabled: The LED is ON
Valet mode disabled: The LED is OFF
VALET MODE (VIA REMOTE)
(The option must be programmed by the installer) Valet Mode disables the remote-starter and alarm.
Whenever the vehicle is being serviced or repaired, or the vehicle is parked indoors it is mandatory that
Valet Mode be enabled to prevent an accidental Remote-Start.
Note: The alarm system is deactivated (including Starter Kill) when the system is in Valet Mode. How-
ever you are still able to lock & unlock the doors, and release the rear hatch/trunk. This method of
enabling/disabling Valet Mode uses the remote transmitter instead of the valet switch indicated in the
preceding section.
To enter Valet Mode using the remote transmitter proceed with the following steps:
STEP 1
+
Press and release the TRUNK button, within 12 seconds
simultaneously press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for
0.5 second. The parking lights will ash once. (The option
must be programmed by the installer)
STEP 2
F
M
H
2
-
W
The LED will turn ON solid and remain ON.
To exit Valet Mode using the remote transmitter proceed with the following steps:
STEP 1
+
Press and release the TRUNK button, within 12 seconds
simultaneously press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for
0.5 second. The parking lights will ash once. (The option
must be programmed by the installer)
STEP 2
F
MH
2
-
W
The LED will turn OFF or will start to ash.
COLD START TIMER MODE
Cold Start Timer Mode will remote-start the vehicle when the tempeture is below -50C / 230F every
1.5 or 3 hours and run for 3, 5, 7 or 15 minutes (6, 14 or 30 for diesel engines), depending on pro-
gramming. The remote-starter will repeat this sequence for up to a maximum of 24 hours. For manual
transmission vehicle’s READY MODE must be enabled, and if at any time READY MODE is disabled
this sequence will cancel.
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WARNING Do not start the vehicle indoors (garage, underground parking).
To enable Cold Start Timer Mode proceed with the following steps.
+
Press and release the TRUNK button, within 12 seconds simul-
taneously press the LOCK and the START buttons for 1 second
until the parking light ash once.
To disable Cold Start Timer Mode do any of the following:
•Press and release the TRUNK but-
ton, within 12 seconds simulta-
neously press the LOCK and the
START buttons for 1 second until
the parking light ash twice.
•Put the Remote-Starter/alarm into
Valet Mode. Remote-Start the
vehicle.
•Open the hood.
•Press the brake pedal.
•Turn the key to the
ignition (ON / RUN)
position.
•Disable Ready Mode
(manual transmis-
sion).
Note: If the Alarm is triggered during Remote-Start (Cold Start), the vehicle will stop running, but Cold Start will not
cancel it’s schedule.
AUXILIARY USE
Aux 1: Drivers side sliding door (if installed):
Press and release the TRUNK button, within 12 seconds press
the LOCK button. (the remote LED ashes slowly white)
Aux 2: Passenger side sliding door (if installed).
Press and release the TRUNK button, within 12 seconds press
the UNLOCK button. (the remote LED ashes slowly white)
Note: The function of the auxiliary outputs may vary depending on the vehicle and the installation. In
most cases these outputs are not used, and in some cases they may be used to control other features
such as the power windows, sunroof, or heated seats. Check with the installer to nd out what AUX
outputs have been installed, and what they control.
REMOTE LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
LOCK THE REMOTE UNLOCK THE REMOTE
+
To disable all the buttons on the
remote: simultaneously press and
hold the LOCK and TRUNK
buttons until the RED LED comes
on. The RED LED will come on
Whenever a button is pressed when
the remote is LOCKED.
+
To enable the but-
tons on the remote:
simultaneously
press and hold the
LOCK and
TRUNK buttons un-
til the GREEN LED
comes on
REMOTE STARTING OPTIONS
CONFIGURABLE FONCTIONALITY DURING INSTALLATION
This Remote-Starter is designed to be highly exible when integrating into original equipment (OEM).
With the following programmable options the Remote-Starter/Alarm can control most electronic sys-
tems within the vehicle.
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WARNING: This Remote-Starter must be installed by a trained professional. Improper modications
to any of the following settings could adversely affect the reliability of the Remote-Starter and/or the
vehicle’s operation.
Congurable Options:
- Remote Door Locks - Active or Passive Arming - Ignition Door Locks
- Security Lock - Trunk/Hatch Release - Runtime
- Runtime Reset - Secure Transmitter Mode
REMOTE DOOR LOCKS
If the Remote-Starter is installed with door locks, you will be able to lock and unlock the vehicle without
using the key or OEM key fob.
To UNLOCK the doors and DISARM the Alarm:
Press the UN-
LOCK button for
0.5 second.
The parking lights will ash twice and the LED will turn OFF to con-
rm the signal. The Starter-Kill will also deactivate allowing the ve-
hicle to be started with the key. If UNLOCK is pressed again (con-
secutively) the horn will honk twice (if installed) to conrm.
Note: The system can be congured during installation so the horn con-
rms UNLOCK on the rst attempt.
To LOCK the doors and ARM the Alarm:
Press the LOCK
button for 0.5
second.
The parking light will ash once and the LED will turn ON to conrm
the signal. The Starter-Kill will activate preventing the vehicle from
being started with the key. If LOCK is pressed again (consecutively)
the horn will honk once (if installed) to conrm.
Note: The system can be congured during installation so the horn conrms LOCK on the rst attempt Note:
The system can be congured during installation so the horn conrms LOCK on the rst attempt.
ACTIVE OR PASSIVE ARMING
Passive Mode will allow the Alarm to automatically rearm itself 60 seconds after it is disarmed if no
door(s) (or trunk) are open(ed). Opening a door before the 60 seconds has expired will reset the timer
but will also prevent the Alarm from locking the doors. This option is enabled by default and the Alarm
will never arm as long as at least one door is left open. When this feature is disabled the Alarm is con-
sidered to be in Active Mode which requires the remote transmitter to arm the Alarm.
Note: The automatic rearm can be deactivated by pressing the UNLOCK button.
IGNITION DOOR LOCKS
Ignition Door Locks is an automatic passenger safety feature. When enabled the Remote-Starter/Alarm
will automatically LOCK the vehicles doors once the key is turned to the ignition (ON/RUN) position
and the brake pedal is pressed. The Remote-Starter/Alarm will also automatically UNLOCK the vehicles
doors once the key is turned to the OFF position.
SECURITY LOCK
Security Lock triggers the vehicle’s door locks after the Remote-Starter has shut down. In some cases
before the Remote-Starter is able to start the vehicle it must disarm the Original Equipment Manufac-
ture (OEM) anti-theft system rst (if equipped) to prevent a false alarm when the vehicle is running.
After the Remote-Starter runtime has expired and the Remote-Starter shuts down, the Security Lock
will re-arm the OEM anti-theft system in order to return the vehicle to its original protective state.
TRUNK/HATCH RELEASE (ZONE 6)
The vehicle’s trunk or rear hatch (if installed) can be opened by pressing the TRUNK button for 3
seconds.
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RUNTIME
On gas engines the Remote-Starter can run the vehicle for either 3, 7 or 15 (default) minutes. On diesel
engines the Remote-Starter can run the vehicle for either 6, 15 or 30 (default) minutes.
RUNTIME RESET
Once the vehicle is running with the Remote-Starter the runtime can be reset (before it expires) at any
time by pressing the START button while the vehicle is Remote-Started. The horn/siren will sound once
to conrm (If installed).
ALARM
AUDIBLE CONFIRMATION
By default the Alarm will not send an audible conrmation (horn/siren) after the rst signal has been
received from the remote transmitter(s).
SILENT : Press the LOCK or UNLOCK button ONCE and the park lights will ash, but the horn/siren will NOT conrm
the signal.
AUDIBLE : Pressing the same button TWICE consecutively (LOCK or UNLOCK) the park lights will ash, and the horn/
siren will conrm the signal.
The Alarm can be programmed to audibly conrm the signal on the rst button press. (See Installation
Guide).
ALARM ACTIVITY
The following characteristics enhance your vehicle’s security :
If the Alarm system is active and the horn/siren is sounding :
•Press the UNLOCK button ONCE to stop the alarm sound. The Alarm will remain active and will
immediately resound if a zone is (re)triggered.
•Press the UNLOCK button TWICE to stop the alarm sound, deactivate the Alarm, and unlock
the doors.
•When the vehicle is unlocked the horn/siren will sound with several short chirps to indicate the
zone that has previously triggered the Alarm. (See Remote-Start/Alarm Diagnostics page 14)
NOTE 1: If the vehicle is running with the Remote-Starter and the Alarm is triggered the Remote-Starter will
shut down immediately. This applies to Cold Start, Turbo and Idle Modes. However the vehicle can be Remote-
Started at a later time (i.e. The Alarm will not cancel Cold Start Timer).
NOTE 2: When an alarm infraction has occurred the LED on the antenna will quickly ash 3 times followed of
a long pause. It will continue to ash until the alarm is disabled.
OPEN ZONE NOTIFICATION
When the LOCK button is pressed to ARM the Alarm (non Valet Mode), it will indicate if there are
any zones which are currently active. The Alarm will sound with several short chirps to indicate which
zone is active. A silent ARM or only 1 chirp indicates that no zones are currently active. (See Remote-
Starter/Alarm Diagnostics page 14)
FALSE ALARM DEACTIVATION
This option will disable any zone that triggers the alarm 3 consecutive times. The zone will automati-
cally re-enable once the LOCK button or the UNLOCK button is pressed.
SHOCK SENSOR (ZONE 4)
The Alarm system supports FSS2Z (2 stage - 3 wire) Shock Sensors. The Shock Sensor will produce a
short audible warning on a weak shock, and will trigger a full alarm on a strong shock. Whenever the
vehicle is running with the Remote-Starter the shock sensor is ignored until the Remote-Starter shuts
down. However the Alarm can be set to monitor the Shock Sensor if the vehicle is Armed AFTER the
vehicle is Remote-Started.
VEHICLE LOCATOR/PANIC MODE
To locate your vehicle in a busy parking lot press the LOCK button for 3 seconds to sound the horn/siren
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(If installed) and ash the parking lights. Press unlock to cancel this Mode.
Note: If an Alarm pre-triggered zone is in memory, this Mode will NOT clear this zone from memory.
SENSOR DEACTIVATION
In cases where a sensor is too sensitive and causes false alarms, it is possible to disable some of the
zones. The Shock Sensor (zone 4), Auxiliary In (zone 7) and the Tilt Sensor (zone 8). To disable all
of these zones press the auxiliary TRUNK button followed by either the LOCK button or the UNLOCK
button. Conrmation of 1 signal indicates the zones are activated and 2 signals indicates the zones
are deactivated.
TRANSMITTER RANGE
Several factors may affect the operating range of the remote transmitter:
•A weak transmitter battery.
•The operating environment such as in the city and airports due to radio interference, cell phone
towers, etc…
•Several types of metal such as the vehicle itself, other vehicles, the windshields tint lines and
large buildings.
•The vehicle’s shape. Vans generally have poorer range.
•The shape of the vehicle’s roof and the A-pillars cause considerable radio-frequency deection.
As a result, the direction in which the vehicle is facing with relation to the remote transmitter
can affect range. Facing the front of the vehicle generally produces the greatest range; secondly
facing the back. Facing either side of the vehicle will usually give the poorest range.
•The range will be signicantly poorer in crowded parking lots as opposed to empty parking lots.
•Hold the transmitter at shoulder height or hold it against your chin so your body acts as a larger
antenna.
•The operating range will be somewhat poorer on vehicles equipped with a factory alarm or key-
less entry system.
FAILED REMOTE-START
There are several different installation factors and devices that must work together in order for your
vehicle to Remote-Start properly. In some cases a failed Remote Start is not the fault of the Remote-
Starter itself. Here are some things to consider when the Remote-Starter fails.
•Unmaintained Engine. If you have problems starting the vehicle with the key then the Remote-
Starter will have the same difculty.
•Low Battery. A battery’s voltage can drop to less than 4 volts DC (1/3 of the original) during cold
weather starting. Ensure your battery is working properly and is able to provide the proper current
needed to start the vehicle in extreme temperatures.
•Low Fuel, or water in the fuel tank. Keep your fuel tank full as much as possible to prevent the
build-up of condensation in the tank..
•A corroded or broken Hood Pin switch. Visually inspect the hood pin switch frequently. Cover with
a dialectic grease to prevent corrosion.
•Trailer wiring. Corroded or improperly wired trailer wiring may cause the park light signal to bleed
into the brake signal. This will cause the Remote-Starter to shut down as soon as the park lights
are turned on.
•Problems with the Bypass Kit (if installed). If you are able to put the Remote-Starter into Ready
Mode, Idle Mode, or Turbo Mode, but you are unable to Remote-Start the vehicle then the Bypass
Kit may be failing. Several Remote-Start attempts with a failed Bypass Kit may lock your vehicle
for several hours.
•Dash warning lights. The dash should display in exactly the same way when either starting the
vehicle with the key, or with the Remote-Starter. If the dash displays any warning lights (Check
Engine, ABS, or Theft) once Remote-Started then something is wrong. Stop using the Remote-
Starter and have it looked at immediately.
TIP: If your vehicle is experiencing any problems either starting or running with the key have it looked
at by the Remote-Starter’s installer rst. Having the vehicle worked on by another service centre may
void any warranty and/or guarantees on the Remote-Starter and its Installation. Additionally the original
installation centre may refuse all fees incurred by the latter service centre (if any).
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REMOTE START / ALARM DIAGNOSTICS
REMOTE STARTER DIAGNOSTICS ALARM DIAGNOSTICS
Parking Light ashes (before starting): Parking Light ashes (after disarm) :
3x Ready mode disabled 3x Door open – zone 3
4x Valet mode activated (The LED is on) 4x Shock sensor – zone 4
5x Hood open 5x Hood open – zone 5
Parking Light ashes (after Shutdown): 6x Trunk open – zone 6
1x Normal stop (Brake, Park Brake) 7x Auxilliary IN – zone 7
3x Runtime expired or shut down by transmit-
ter
4x No tachometer signal
5x Hood open
6x Over crank threshold (8 seconds)
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