Panther PA-420C User manual

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Model PA-420C
Installation Manual
This Remote Start System is designed to be used with
Automatic Transmission- Fuel Injection Vehicles Only!
COMPONENTS:
Control Module
2OneButtonRFTransmitters
Antenna/Receiver
1 1” X 1.75” Foam Pad
6PinMainPowerHarness
5 PinAccessory Harness
1 Hood Pin Switch
5PinReceiverHarness
3PinParkingLight/GroundHarness
1DoorUnlockHarness
4 PinAuxiliary Output Harness
DBI Port For Data Bus ModuleApplications
Installation/OwnersGuide
FEATURES:
SelectableDoorUnlockOutputTiming
Safe Start (Requires double push of the start button to engage the remote start function)
On Board Parking Light Relay
HornChirpOutputWithSelectableDuration
Selectable RF Start Chirp
CarFinderMode(Canelecttohavehornbeepalongwithparkinglightsifconnected)
Selectable Run Times 5, 10, 15, or 20 Minutes
Selectable Gas or Diesel
Automatic Start Timer (Can be set to start automatically at 2 or 4 hour intervals)
4Negative PulsedAuxOutputsBeforeStart,AfterStart, During Crank,After Shut Down
(To aid installation in many vehicles with factory alarm systems)
FCC NOTICE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation of this device is subject to the
following conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance voids
the users authority to operate this device.
PATENTED: www.voxxintl.com/company/patents

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INSTALLATION OFTHE MAJOR COMPONENTS:
CONTROLMODULE: (P/N1365346)
Selectamountinglocationinsidethepassengercompartment(upbehindthedash-
board). The mounting location selected must be within 24" of the ignition switch wiring
harness to allow connection of the 6 pin main wiring harness.
Becertainthatthechosenlocationwillnotinterferewithproperoperationofthevehicle.
Avoidmountingthemoduletoorroutingthewiringaroundthesteeringshaft/column,as
themoduleorwiringmay wrap around or blockthesteeringwheelpreventingproper
control of the vehicle. Secure the module in the chosen location using cable ties or
screws as necessary.
Do Not Mount The Module In The Engine Compartment, as it is not waterproof.
THERECEIVER/ANTENNAVALETSWITCH LEDASSEMBLY:(P/N1181246)
TheSuperheterodyneReceiverAntennaAssemblywhich includestheLEDandValet/Pro-
grammingswitchprovided with thisunitallowsroutingfrom belowthedashboardfor maxi-
mumoperatingrange.Choosea location above the beltline(dashboard)ofthevehiclefor
bestreception.Special considerationsmustbemadeforwindshieldglassassome newer
vehiclesutilizeametallicshieldedwindowglassthatwillinhibitorrestrictRF reception. In
thesevehicles,route the antennatowardarearwindow location forbestreception.Secure
the antenna with double stick tape provided. After securing the antenna with tape, we
advisealsosecuringa section of theantennacabletoafixed support. Thiswillpreventthe
antenna from dropping down in case the double stick tape is exposed to extreme heat
which may loosen its gummed surface. Route the connector toward the control module
using caution not to pinch the cable as this will cause poor or no RF reception to the
control module. Connect the 5 pin cable to the mating connector of control module.
HOOD PIN SWITCH: (P/N 1363699)
The pin switch included in this package are intended for protecting the hood area of the
vehicle. In all cases, the switch must be mounted to a grounded metal surface. When the
pinswitchisactivated,(hood/trunkopen), itwill supply a ground to the input wiretoinhibit
the remote start function. In addition, the hood switch is required for the safety shut down
of the remote start unit. If the vehicle is being worked on, this hood switch prevents the
remote start activation even if the RF command to start is issued. This switch must be
installed in all applications. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or
property damage.
Mounttheswitch inthehoodlocations awayfromwaterdrain paths.Ifnecessary, abracket
may be used to move the switch away from rain gutters or allow mounting to the firewall
behindthehoodseal. In both casestheswitchmustbeset up to allowthehoodtodepress
the switch at least 1/4 inch when the hood is closed and fully extended when the hood is
opened. For direct mounting, a 1/4 inch hole must be drilled. Carefully check behind the
chosenlocationtoinsure the drill willnotpenetrateanyexisting factory wiring orfluidlines.
Drill a 1/4" hole in the desired location and thread the pin switch into it using a 7/16" nut
driver or deep well socket. If using the mounting bracket, first secure the bracket to the
desiredlocationandsecurethepinswitchinthepre-threadedmountingbrackethole.
DO NOT PLUG THE SIX PIN MAIN POWER HARNESS OR THE MULTI PIN INPUT /
OUTPUTHARNESSINTOTHECONTROLMODULEUNTILALLCONNECTIONSTOTHE
VEHICLE HAVE BEEN MADE. AFTER SELECTING YOUR TARGET WIRES AS DE-
FINEDBELOW,DISCONNECTTHENEGATIVEBATTERYCABLEFROMTHE VEHICLE
BATTERYPRIOR TOMAKINGANYCONNECTIONS.

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NOTE: Do not remove the fuse holders from this wire harness. Fuses must be
used and located as close as possible to the power source for adequate
protection of the vehicle.
WIRINGTHE6 PINMAINPOWER HARNESSConnector (P/N4120110)
Fused Red/White Trace Wire: + 12 Volt Battery 1 Source 20AMax
Locate the vehicle battery wire(s) at the ignition switch. Verification: These wires will register
voltage in all positions of the ignition switch. Connect the Red w/White wire to the vehicle's battery
wire. This wire provides power for the control circuit as well as the ignition 1 and ignition 2 relays.
Fused Red Wire: + 12 Volt Battery 2 Source 30AMax
Locate the vehicle battery wire(s) at the ignition switch. Verification: These wires will register
voltage in all positions of the ignition switch. Connect the Red wire to the vehicle's battery wire.
This wire provides power for the start relay and the accessory relay.
Purple Wire: Starter Output
Careful consideration for the connection of this wire must be made to prevent the
vehicle from starting while in gear. Understanding the difference between a me-
chanical and an electrical Neutral Start Switch will allow you to properly identify
the circuit and select the correct installation method. In addition you will realize
why the connection of the safety wire is required for all mechanical switch con-
figurations.
Failuretomakethis connection properlycanresultinpersonal injury andpropertydamage.
In all installations it is the responsibility of the installing technician to test the remote start
unitand ensurethatthevehicle cannot start viaRFcontrolinanygearselection other than
parkorneutral.
Inbothmechanicalandelectricalneutralstartswitchconfigurations,theconnection of the
Purplewirewillbe made tothelowcurrent start solenoidwireoftheignition switch harness.
This wire will have +12 Volts when the ignition switch is turned to the start (crank) position
only. This wire will have 0 Volts in all other ignition switch positions.
Pink Wire: Ignition 1 Output
Connectthiswireto the ignition1wirefromthe ignition switch.Thiswirewillshow +12 Volts
when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" or "RUN" and the "START" or CRANK"
positions, and will have 0 Volts when the key is turned to the "OFF" and "ACCESSORY"
positions.
Pink/White Wire: Ignition 2 Output
Connect this wire to the ignition 2 wire from the ignition switch. This wire will show
+12Volts when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" or "RUN" position and is some cases
the"START"or CRANK" position.Thiswirewillshow 0Voltswhen the key is turned to the
"OFF" and "ACCESSORY" positions.
NOTE: Seeprogramminginformation(Bank3Selection#6)concerningthiswiretoallow
outputduringthe"START"mode.

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Orange Wire: Accessory Output
Connect this wire to the Accessory wire from the ignition switch. This wire will show
+ 12 Volts when the ignition switch is turned to the "ACCESSORY" or "ON" and "RUN"
positions, and will show 0 Volts when the key is turned to the "OFF" and "START" or
"CRANK"positions.
Wiring The 2 Pin Door 1 Wire Unlock Harness Connector (P/N 4120104)
The Blue Door Unlock output wires provide a pulsed ground output to control the vehicle
doorunlockcircuits.The output ofthiswirehasa maximum switchingcapabilityof250mA.
Many vehicles today have factory door lock relays which can be connected directly to this
output, however always confirm that the factory relays in your particular vehicle do not
exceedtherated250mAoutputoftheunitsdoor unlock circuit. Plug the 2 pin connector of
the door unlock harness into the mating connector shell of the control module. Determine
thedoorunlock circuit ofthevehicleyou are workingonandwire according tothediagrams
shown.
3 Wire Negative Switched Door Lock Circuits:
Inthisapplication,theBluewireofthe2pinharnessprovidesanegativepulse during the
unlockingsequence.ConnecttheBluewiretothelowcurrentnegativesignalwirefrom
the factory door unlock switch to the factory door unlock relay.
Negative Type Door Lock Circuits

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Wiring The 4 Pin Auxiliary Output Harness, Connector (P/N 4120102)
Theauxiliary4 pin connectorprovideslowcurrent outputs tocontrolvariousfunctions in the
vehicle during different stages of the Remote Start unit's operation. Understanding these
outputs and the time in which they occur will allow you to determine if they are needed for
the particular vehicle you are working on as well as how to use them.
Green/Black Wire: Pulsed Negative Output Before Start
The Green/Black wire will provide a 1 second 250 mA pulsed negative output 1.5 second
beforetheremotestartunit activates as well as when the transmitter is used to Unlock the
system. Typical use for this output would be to disarm a factory theft deterrent system to
preventfalsetriggering of thefactoryalarmwhenthe remote startunitengagesor when the
transmitter is used to unlock the doors.
NOTE: This output can be selected to operate like the door unlock output as set in alarm
feature setting #1 by selecting feature #10 of Bank 3 to "as door unlock pulse".
Light Blue Wire: Pulsed Ground OutputAfter Start
The Light Blue Trace wire will provide a 1 second 250 mA pulsed ground output after the
vehicleisstartedunder control of the remote startunit. Typically this wire willbeusedtore-
lockthevehicledoorsifthe doors unlock automatically when thefactoryantitheftsystemis
disarmed.
Green/White Wire: Pulsed Ground OutputAfter Shutdown
TheGreen/Whitewirewillprovidea 1second250 mApulsedground outputaftertheremote
start unit shuts down and the G.W.R. O/P turns off. This output will occur regardless of
whetherthecircuittimesoutorismanuallyterminated.Typicallythisoutputwillbeusedto
re-lock the vehicle doors if the doors unlock automatically when the ignition circuit transi-
tions to off.
Black/Yellow Trace Wire: Ground Output During Start (Crank)
The Black/Yellow wire will provide a 250 mAground output while the starter output of the
remotestartunit is active.Thisoutput can be usedtoactivatetheCrank Low/BulbTest wire
foundinsomeGMvehicles.ThiswireisalsoreferredtoastheECMwakeupwireinsome
Chryslervehicles.
NOTE: The outputs above are low current outputs and must be used with a relay if the
circuit's requirement is more than 250 mA.
5 Wire Antenna Receiver Connector (P/N 4120192)
Connectthematingendofthe previouslymountedreceiver harnesstothe matingconnector
on the module. This harness will be the supply for the LED, Valet Switch as well as the RX
&TX ofthereceiver.
3 Pin Parking Light Input/Output & Ground Harness, Connector (P/N 4120103)
Black Wire: Chassis Ground Source
Connect the Black wire to a known vehicle ground source or to a solid clean metal part of
the chassis. Be certain to remove any paint or grease and secure this wire with a self
tappingscrewandringterminal.
White w/ Red Trace Wire: Parking Light Supply Input
Thiswireis thecommoncontactoftheonboard parkinglightflasher relay. Ifthevehicle you
are working on has +12 Volt switched parking lights, connect this wire to a fused + 12 volt
source. (Max. 15Amps)
NOTE: If the vehicle's parking lights are negative switched, connect this wire to
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White Wire: Parking Light Flasher Output
This wire is the normally open contact of the on board parking light flasher relay. Connect
thiswire to the vehicle parking light feed wire.
5 PinAccessory Input/Output Harness, Connector (P/N 1124266)
Brown/Red Wire: Brake Positive Inhibit Input
The Brown/Red wire provides an instant shutdown for the Remote Start Control module
whenever it gets + 12 Volts. If the Brake lights switch in the vehicle switches + 12 Volts to
the brake light circuit, connect the Brown/Red wire to the output side of the brake switch.
This will allow the Remote Start to shut down if an attempt is made to operate the vehicle
without the key while running under the control of the Remote Start. In most vehicles, in
order to shift into gear, the brake pedal must be depressed. The brake input will in turn
cause the remote start unit to shut off.
Grey Wire: NegativeInhibitInput
TheGreywire provides aninstantshutdownforthe Remote StartControlModulewhenever
it is grounded. Connect the gray wire to the hood pin switch previously installed.
This wire must be routed through a grommet in the firewall and connected to the hood pin
switch.Ifthepinswitchistobeusedwithanalarmsystem,connectthiswireusingadiode
assembly.
DONOTRELEASE THIS VEHICLETOTHE CONSUMER UNTILYOUCONFIRM THE
OPERATION OF THE HOOD PIN SAFETY SHUT DOWN FEATURE.
IMPORTANT! Thisconnectionisasafetywire and must be connectedtoahoodpinswitch
andtestedasdescribed.Failureto do so may result in personalinjuryorpropertydamage.
This wire may also be used if the vehicle brake light circuit switches ground to the brake
lights.An isolation diode must be used forgroundswitchedbrakelightcircuitsand must be
connected to the output of the brake switch.
To test this circuit, while the vehicle is running under control of the remote start unit, open
the vehicle’s hood.The remote start unit should shut down immediately. If not, check the
wiring to the control module and the under hood pin switch.
DO NOT RELEASE THE VEHICLE TO THE CONSUMER IF THIS CIRCUIT DOES NOT
PERFORMAS SPECIFIED.
Purple/White Wire: Tachometer Input Signal
Thiswirewillcontinually monitor the engine's tach rate while the unit is under power of the
RemoteStartmodule. Route thiswire to thevehicle ECMtachinput or through the firewall
into the engine compartment and connect to the negative side of the ignition coil. This
Remotestartunitlearnsthetach rate of the vehicle andinmostcaseswilloperateproperly
fromonemulti coilunitpackregardless ofthenumberof cylinders.Ifthevehicle hasasingle
coilfor each cylinder,itmay be necessary to connect to one ofthe vehicle’selectronicfuel
injectorwiresforproperRPMsignal.
Blue/Black Wire: GroundOutputWhileRunningUnderRemote StartControl
Thiswireprovidesa 250mAgroundoutputthatbecomesactive 3 seconds before the
Remote Start module initializes and remains grounded while the module is active plus an
additional 2 seconds after the system turns off. In all of the applications described below,
arelaywillberequired.
The Blue/Black wire can be used to accommodate the following situations:
A. Shock Sensor By Pass:

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B. Additional Ignition Output:
C. GM VATS Key Override:
Brown/Black Wire: 250 mA Horn Output
TheBrown/Black wire is provided to beepthe vehicle’shorn.Thisisa transistorized
low current output, and should only be connected to the low current ground output
from the vehicle’s horn switch. If the vehicle uses a + 12 VDC horn switch, then
connect the brown/black wire to terminal 86 of theAS 9256 relay ( or an equivalent
30Amp automotive relay ),and connect relay terminal 85 to a fused + 12 VDC
battery source. Connect relay terminal 87 to the vehicle’s horn switch output, and
connect relay terminal 30 to a fused + 12 VDC battery source.
Programming Tach Rate:
NOTE: All applications require that the tach be programmed.
Theunitwillnotoperateunlesstachisprogrammed. Ifanattemptismadetostartthe
vehicleviatheremotestartwithoutfirstprogrammingtach,theunitwillflashtheparking
lights 7 times indicating tach has not been learned and stored. If the tach rate is not
properlyprogrammedfor thespecificvehicle,theunitmaynotrealizethatthevehicleis
runningandincertaininstances re-engagethestartermotor.
TheRemoteStart Unit will learn the tachrateofmostvehicle'ssinglecoil,multiplecoil
packs, or single injector. To learn tach:
1. Turn the ignition key to the On position.
2. Press and release the valet/program push button switch 3 times.
3. Immediately turn the ignition key Off.
4. Press and hold the valet/program push button switch, then start the vehicle using
the key.
5. When the unit senses the tach signal, the parking lights will begin to flash.
6. Wait for at least 5 flashes
7.Releasethevalet/programswitch. The parking lights come on for three seconds to
indicate that the learned tachometer signal is stored and the unit is out of the
tachometer learn mode.
NOTE: If the unit fails to learn tach rate due to an improper tachometer connection or
a poor tach source, the parking lights will not flash. To correct this situation,
locate and connect the Purple/White wire to the proper tach signal, and then
repeatthetachlearnroutine.
Setting Up The System Programmable Features:
Bank1TransmitterProgramming Channels
Start with the system disarmed, turn the ignition switch to the on position then:
1. Press and release the push button valet/program switch 3 times. The siren chirps
once and/or the lights flash one time indicating the transmitter program mode
successfully entered.
2. Press the transmitter button until a chirp from the horn is heard for each
transmitter you wish to program. See the Owner’s Manual for additional transmitter
programminginformation.
3. Turn the ignition switch off then on to access Bank 2 Keyless/Alarm feature
selections.
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long chirp and 2 Light flashes when the key is turned on indicates that you are in
feature selection of bank 2.
4. Press the pushbutton switch 1 time to access the first selection as shown below.
Use the button of the transmitter to change the feature selection or press the
pushbutton to advance to the next selectable feature.
Bank2
Feature 1 Chirp/Flash 2 Chirp/Flash 3 Chirp/Flash 4 Chirp/Flash 5 Chirp/Flash 6 Chirps/Flash Default
1stDoor Unlock 1S/1S 3.5 S/3.5S 1 S/Dbl 1 S. Dbl 1/1 S Dbl 1/Dbl 1 1S L/350mS ul 1S
2nd Accy Lock NA
3rdAccy. UL On Off Off
4th Horn Chirp 10mS 16mS 30mS 40mS 50mS 16mS
5th Chp Del TX NA
6th Park Lights Normal NA On 15 Sec W/UL Normal
5. When finished setting the keyless/alarm selectable features, turn the ignition off then
on to advance to Bank 3, Remote Start Selectable Features.
1 Flash when the key transitions off, then 2 long chirps and 3 light flashes when the key
transitions on.
6. Press the pushbutton switch one time to access the first selection as shown below.
Use the button of the transmitter to change the feature selection or press the
pushbutton to advance to the next selectable feature.
Bank 3
Feature 1 Chirp/Flash 2 Chirp/Flash 3 Chirp/Flash 4 Chirp/Flash 5 Chirp/Flash 6 Chirps/Flash Default
1 RF Start Chirp Off On On
2RunTime 5 Min. 10 Min. 15Min. 20 Min. 10Min
3ParkLights On Steady Flash Steady
4 Input Check Voltage Tach DBI Tach Hybrid Tach
5Voltage Level >0.5V B4 Start < 0.5V B4 Start >0.5
6 Ign. 2 Select Off With Crank On With Crank Same As Accy On With Crank
7 Diagnostics Off On Off
8CrankTime 0.8Sec 1.0 Sec 1.5 Sec 2.0 Sec 3.0 Sec 4.0 Sec 1.0 Sec
9 Gas/Diesel Gas Diesel 10 Diesel 15 Diesel 20 Gas
10Grn/Blk (Aux O/P) Single Pulse As DU/L Pulse Single
11DBISelect ADS DBI ADS
12 Time Start 2 Hours 4 Hours 4Hours
Diagnostics:
EnterBank3andturnonselectable feature # 7 as described in thefeatureselectionand
setting section.
Exitthefeatureselection mode then pressandholdthepushbuttonvalet/program switch
and then turn the ignition switch to the on position.
NOTE: Diagnosticmodeisatemporarymode.Onceyouhaveaccessedthediagnostic
mode,theunitwillpausefortwoseconds then begin to flash the last stored shut
down code. This code will be displayed three times in succession, then the unit
will automatically exit the diagnostic mode.
The parking lights will flash a number of times indicating the reason for the last remote
start shutdown. The light flash indications are as follows:
1 Flash Runtimerexpired
2 Flashes Low or no tach signal (RPM)
3 Flashes Positiveinhibitwireactivation
5 Flashes RF shutdownsignal received, ormanual start triggerwirereactivated.
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7 Flashes Tach signal has notbeen learned
8 Flashes Negativeinhibitwire activation
TIMEDSTARTOPERATION:
To begin thestarttimer, within 10 secondsofturningoffthe ignition switch, activatetheRF
command to start 2 times. (Press the start button four times). The lights will flash and the
horn will beep 2 or 4 times, indicating timed interval mode has been initiated. The vehicle
willautomaticallystartevery2 or 4 hours as programmed. To cancel the timed startmode
start the vehicle either by RF or by the ignition key.
4 PIN DATABUS PORT (DBI Port)
The 4 pin port located on the side of this module is for proprietary Audiovox data bus
interface modules. These modules are used to access a variety of features in the vehicle
which can be as simple as door trigger inputs, to more complex door lock outputs, or
transponder interfaces for remote starting. DO NOT connect anything to this port other
than the Audiovox DBI interface modules or damage to the Remote Start will occur. All
installation instructions for the DBI modules will be packaged with the individual
componentalongwiththe proper 4pinwiringharnessrequires to accessthedatatransmit
andreceiveaswellas the proper voltage levelsfortheinterface.
COMPLETINGTHEINSTALLATION:
Afteryou haveconfirmedtheoperation oftheAudiovox RemoteStartunitand tested allthe
safety features of the system:
1. Mountthecontrolmoduleupandbehindthedashsecuringit in place with cable ties or
screws.Becertainthatthechosenmountinglocationwillnot inhibit any of the controls
ofthevehicle.
2. Securelyharnessandtieallwiringup and away from all hot andmovingpartsthatthey
may come in contact with under the dash board or in the engine compartment areas.
CAUTION:Particularly avoid the area around the steering shaft and column, as wires
can wrap around these mechanisms and impair the safe operation of
thevehicle.
3. Apply the Caution Labels supplied with this kit to a conspicuous area in the engine
compartment.Makesuretocleanthesurfacebeforeaffixingthelabel.
4. Check the vehicle's wipers, lights, horn, etc., to insure proper operation.
5. Replace all panels that were removed during installation, and retest the system.
6. Explain all activated features and safety systems associated with Remote Start Unit
installed to the customer.