Prestige APS596Z User manual

OWNER’S GUIDE
MODEL APS596Z
SECURITY / Keyless Entry
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Using Your Remote Control ................................................................................................3
Arming the Security System .............................................................................................3
Disarming the Security System.........................................................................................3
Two Stage Door Unlock (Optional) ...................................................................................3
Activating Trunk Release (Optional) .................................................................................3
Activating AUX Output (Optional) .....................................................................................3
Using the Personal Protection Alarm ................................................................................3
Bypassing the Shock Sensor............................................................................................4
Alarm City Mode ...............................................................................................................4
User Selectable Notication Chirps ...................................................................................4
User Selectable LED ............................................................................................................4
Programmed Transmitter Notication................................................................................4
Valet Mode ............................................................................................................................4
Manually Overriding the Security System .........................................................................5
Custom Code Override...................................................................................................5
Custom Code Programming..........................................................................................5
Status LED, Light Flashes and Siren/Horn Indications....................................................6
Additional 2-Way LCD Remote Functions .........................................................................7
Remote Control Button Matrix............................................................................................9
Replacing Remote Control Batteries................................................................................10
Programming Your Remote Control.................................................................................10
Warranty Information.........................................................................................................11
Table of Contents

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Arming the Security System
To arm the system, exit the vehicle, close all doors, then press the button.
The parking lights will ash one (1) time, indicating the system is armed, has
locked the doors (if equipped and connected) and activated the starter disable
feature. The LED status indicator will blink steadily, once per second.
NOTE: The system is equipped with a feature called Silent Choice. If enabled,
the system requires a second press of the button to activate an audible
arming response from the vehicle.
*Throughout this manual, ‘press’ refers to pressing for less than 1 second; ‘press and hold’ refers to pressing for
more than 3 seconds.
Two Stage Door Unlock (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing the button one time will
unlock only the driver’s door. Press again within three (3) seconds to unlock
the remaining doors.
Disarming the Security System
To disarm the system press the button. The parking lights will ash one
(2) times , indicating the system is disarmed and has unlocked the doors (if
equipped and connected).
NOTE: The system is equipped with a feature called Silent Choice. If enabled,
the system requires a second press of the button to activate an audible
disarming response from the vehicle. If your system is set up for 2 step unlock,
a third press of unlock will activate the audible response.
Activating the Trunk Release Feature (Optional)
If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the button
for three (3) seconds will open the vehicle’s trunk or hatch.
Activating the AUX Ch. 3-7 Output (Optional)
AUX channel output is an optional feature and programming is required at the
time of installation. Please consult your dealer for more information.
Using the Personal Protection Alarm (Panic)
Press and hold the or button for three (3) seconds to activate the personal
protection alarm. During panic mode, the normal function of the transmitter
buttons will be suspended. The transmitter’s and buttons can be used to
lock and unlock the door (if the option is installed). To stop the alarm, press
and hold the or button on the transmitter again for 3 seconds. The system
will automatically stop after thirty (30) seconds.
Using Your Remote Control

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Programmed Transmitter Notication
As a security precaution each time the vehicle’s ignition is turn on the status
LED light with ash the number of transmitters programmed into the system.
This helps to identify unauthorized transmitters from accessing your vehicle.
If you believe an unauthorized transmitter has been programmed to your
system, contact your installing dealer for assistance.
Valet Mode
When valet mode is activated the status LED will light solid, and all security
and remote start functions will be disabled. To enter or exit valet mode simply
follow the steps outlined below:
1. Turn the vehicle’s ignition ON.
2. Push and hold the valet button.
3. The LED will turn on solid when valet mode is active.
4. Release the valet button.
User Selectable Notication Chirps
System ARM/DISARM chirps can be toggled ON or OFF without entering the
programming feature banks.
1. Turn the ignition ON then OFF.
2. Press and release the valet button three (3) times.
The system will respond with one (1) chirp for ON or two (2) chirps for OFF.
User Selectable LED
This feature will control whether the LED is ON or OFF when the system
is Armed/Locked and can be toggled ON or OFF without entering the
programming feature banks.
1. Turn the ignition ON, OFF, ON, OFF.
2. `Press and hold the valet button for ve (5) seconds.
The system LED will respond with one (1) ash for ON or two (2) ashes for
OFF.
Bypassing The Shock Sensor
The included security shock sensor has two stages of detection, Warn-Away
and Full Trigger. To arm the system and shock sensor press the button. The
system will chirp and the lights will ash one (1) time.
To Arm the system and bypass the Warn-Away detection stage press the
button two (2) times within ve (5) seconds.
To Arm the Alarm the bypass both detection stages press the button three
(3) times within ve (5) seconds.
City Mode
City Mode allows the user to change the sound of the alarm system to make
it easily identied when the alarm is trigger. To enter City Mode press the
button four (4) times within ten (10) seconds.

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Custom Code Valet Override (Optional)
Unlike the default Valet Override, Custom Code Override is a user
personalized code that o󰀨ers a higher lever of security. If the user chooses to
use Custom Code Override, Feature Bank 2 ; Feature 9 must be programmed
for “Custom Code”. Once the option has been selected the code must be
programmed. Once the Custom Code is programmed it cannot be changed
without rst disarming the alarm.
Custom Code Override Procedure
The Custom Code is made up of 2 numbers. Each chosen number must be
between digits 1-9. The default Custom Code is “11”. To disarm the alarm
using the Custom Code option:
1. Turn the vehicle ignition to ON.
2. Within ve (5) seconds, Press the valet button one (1) time.
3. Within ve (5) seconds, Turn the ignition OFF/ON.
4. Within ve (5) seconds, Press the valet button one (1) time.
5. Turn the vehicle ignition to OFF then ON to start the vehicle.
Custom Code Programming Procedure
In this example, the user has selected Custom Code “23”. To program a user
selected custom code:
Start with the alarm disarmed.
1. Turn the ignition to the ON position.
2. Within ten (10) seconds, press the valet button three (3) times to
enter programming.
3. Within ten (10) seconds, Cycle the ignition OFF/ON, OFF/ON, OFF/
ON. The system will beep one (1) time.
4. Within ten (10) seconds, Press the valet button two (2) times. This
number will indicate the rst digit of the chosen Custom Code.
5. Within ten (10) seconds, Cycle the ignition OFF/ON.
6. Within ten (10) seconds, Press the valet button three (3) times. This
number will indicate the second digit of the chosen Custom Code.
7. Cycle the ignition OFF.
If the Custom Code was accepted the LED will ash the rst number (2),
pause, then the second number (3). This will repeat two (2) more times to
conrm the Custom Code entry. If after fteen (15) seconds the LED does not
ash please repeat steps 1-7.

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Status LED Flash Indications
LED Flashes Function
OFF Disarmed
Slow Flash Armed
Fast Flash Passive Arming Countdown
ON (Solid) Valet Mode
1 Flash / Disarmed Zone 1 Trigger, Shock Sensor
2 Flashes / Disarmed Zone 2 Trigger, Trunk / Hood
3 Flashes / Disarmed Zone 3 Trigger, Door
Siren/Horn Chirp Indications
Chirps Function
1 Arm
2 Disarm
3 Door Ajar Upon Arming
4 Disarm / Triggered
Parking Light Flash Indications
Flashes Function
1 Arm
2 Disarm
3 Disarm / Triggered
ON (Solid or Slow Flash) Remote Started
Status LED, Light Flashes, and Horn Indications
Manually Overriding the Security System
Your system can be disarmed without the use of the transmitter. This is
necessary to operate your vehicle if the transmitter is lost or its battery fails.
To by-pass the alarm system;
1. Open the vehicle door. The alarm will sound.
2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
3. Within ten (10) seconds, press and release the valet button.
The alarm system will stop sounding and enter the (by-passed) mode. You
can now start and operate the vehicle normally.

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Additional Features of the Optional 2 Way LCD Remote Control
2 Car Mode
To control a second security system enter 2 car mode by pressing &
and together for ve (5) seconds. When the icon appears on the
transmitter’s LCD screen it will control the second security system. Use the
same method to exit 2 car mode and resume control of the original vehicle’s
security system.
NOTE: A second security system must be installed and the LCD transmitter
must be learned to it before this feature will operate the additional system.
Parking Meter Countdown
The parking meter countdown timer has 6 preset times, to access the preset
times and begin countdown press and hold the
F
button then press and
release
OPT
, each additional press of
OPT
will increase the countdown
time.
Stopping LCD Trigger Melody
To stop the alarm trigger melody if the system has been triggered WITHOUT
disarming the system, press button one time only, this will send a lock
command to the vehicle at this time and the alarm will silence.
Battery Save Mode
While in POWER SAVE MODE the 2-Way LCD transmitter will NOT look
for any incoming signals from the main unit until a button is pressed. The
LCD screen will display to indicate that power save mode is ON. To enter
power save mode press and hold
F
then press .
Melody / Vibration Mode
To have the remote control vibrate or play a melody tone each time it
receives a response from the vehicle press and hold
F
then press and
release .
Display Illumination
Press and hold the
F
button for one (1) second. The display will illuminate
for ve (5) seconds.
Additional 2-Way LCD Remote Functions

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Adjusting the Clock and Timer Settings
The clock, alarm clock and programmable countdown timer are accessed
through the Function Menu. Press and hold
F
for ve (5) seconds to access
the function menu, once you have accessed the feature menu press and
release
F
to scroll through each feature and follow the steps below to adjust
the settings for each. Press and hold
F
for Five (5) seconds to exit the menu.
Clock Hour Press to increase or
OPT
to decrease
Clock Minute Press to increase or
OPT
to decrease
Alarm Clock Hour Press to increase or
OPT
to decrease
Alarm Clock Minute Press to increase or
OPT
to decrease
Alarm Clock Alert Tone Press or
OPT
to change tone
Alarm Clock ON / OFF Press to turn ON or
OPT
to turn OFF
Countdown Timer Hour Press to increase or
OPT
to decrease
Countdown Timer Minute Press to increase or
OPT
to decrease
Shutdown Alert Tone Press or
OPT
to change tone
Countdown Timer ON / OFF Press to turn ON or
OPT
to turn OFF
Remote Start Alert Tone Press or
OPT
to change tone
Additional 2-Way LCD Remote Functions
Lock / Arm
Door Open
Hood Open
Engine Runnin
Valet Mode
Shock Sensor
Vibrate Mode
Unlock / Disarm
Alarm Clock
Transmitting
Battery Indicator
Timer Start
Time Display
Trunk Open
Alarm Notification
Remote Start Shutdown
1 / 2 Car Mode
Shock Sensor OFF
Remote Page
Out Of Range
Power Save Mode
Temp Start
Count Down Timer
Temp Display
LCD Remote Control Icons

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Func�on Opera�on
Lock
•
Press 1x
Unlock
•
Press 1x
Trunk Release
•
Press & Hold, 3sec
Remote Start
•
Press 2x
PanicON/OFF
•
Press & Hold, 3sec
Menu Op�on
•
Press & Hold, 3sec
2nd Car Mode
• •
Press & Hold, 3sec
24hr Start Timer
• •
Press 1x
Power Save Mode
• •
Press 1x
Vibrate ON/OFF
• •
Press 1x
Temp Set F/C
• • •
Press 1x
Temp Start
• •
Press 1x
Temp Query
• •
Press 1x
Alarm Clock ON/OFF
• •
Press 1x
Count Down Timer
• •
Press 1x
Programable AUX
•
Press 1x
Programable AUX
• •
Press 1x
Programable AUX
• •
Press 1x
Programable AUX
•••
Press 1x
Programable AUX
• • •
Press 1x
Programable AUX
• • •
Press 1x
Programable AUX
• • •
Press 1x
OPT F
Remote Control Button Matrix

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5 Button Remote Control - Model 185SP
The CR2032 battery inside each remote control should last approximately one
(1) year under normal use. When the batteries become weak you will notice
the remote control range (the distance from the vehicle the remote control will
work) deteriorate and the small LED on the remote control will dim. To replace
the remote control batteries:
1. Using a coin, disassemble the halves of the remote control.
2. Remove the old battery, observing the +/- symbols on the batteries
and replace with a new battery.
3. Reassemble the halves of the remote control.
4. Test operation of the remote control.
Replacing The Batteries
2 Way LCD Remote Control - Model 18LCDSP
The CR2450 battery inside the 2-way LCD remote control should last
approximately six (6) months under normal use. When the battery becomes
weak you will notice the remote control range (the distance from the vehicle
the remote control will work) deteriorate and the battery icon on the LCD
remote control will show 1 bar or less.
1. Gently slide the battery cover o󰀨 of the remote control.
2. Remove the old battery, observing the +/- symbols on the battery,
and replace with a new battery.
3. Gently slide the battery cover on to the back of the remote control.
4. Test operation of the remote control.
1. Cycle the vehicle ignition ON.
2. Press and release the valet button three (3) times.
3. Press button of each transmitter you wish to program, the LED’s will
ash to conrm each transmitter.
4. Turn the vehicle ignition OFF.
NOTE: This system has one (1) button programming which programs all
channels of the system.
NOTE: The system will hold up to four (4) transmitters in memory,
programming a 5th transmitter will erase the oldest transmitter in memory.
Programming Your Remote Control