Prime Security 58 User manual

AMX58 Owner's Manual

AMX58 Owner's Manual

Standard Features
þLifetime Warranty —We guarantee the operation of the control unit
and remote controls for as long as you own your car (see the enclosed
warranty card for details).
þA Pair of 2-Button/3-Channel Remote Controls —These remotes
allow you to command your system from up to 100 feet away.
þUser-Friendly Programming —All programmable features are
accomplished with a few flicks of the valet switch.
þZone1™
Impact Sensor —Provides precision detection of
intrusion-related vibrations and impacts.
þStarter Disable Capability —For the ultimate in security, the system
can disable the vehicle starter whenever the system is armed (requires an
optional relay).
þLED System Status Indicator —A highly luminescent LED indicates
alarm status and identifies any entry point violations.
þHigh Powered Siren —Loud, attention-getting siren to alert of an
intrusion attempt.
þMulti-Car Control —With one remote you can control up to three
vehicles equipped with Prime security systems.
þOne-Step Remote Control Code Learning —You can easily add up
to four Avital remote controls to your system.
þInstant Remote Control Code Deletion —Removes the code of a lost
or stolen remote control to prevent unauthorized alarm operation.
þElectronic Scan Prevention (ESP) —ESP blocks electronic scanner
codes to prevent disarming of your vehicle by anyone but you.
þRemote Panic with Safety Locks—In a threatening situation, you
can activate the siren, flash the parking lights and unlock the doors for
immediate entry into your vehicle (requires optional relays).
þInterior Light Illumination Capability —When remotely disarmed,
the alarm system turns on the interior lights for 30 seconds or until the
ignition key is turned on (requires an optional relay).
þMulti-Zone Protection —Offers full perimeter security with separate
trigger connections for the doors, hood and trunk (may require optional
switches).
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þPrevious Intrusion Alert —Audibly warns you if the alarm was
triggered while you were away.
þSpecific Zone Intrusion Identification —The flashing LED identifies
which zone was triggered in your absence.
þAutomatic Malfunction Override —Automatically bypasses a
malfunctioning trigger or sensor, then monitors all other points to
continue protecting your vehicle.
þUser Programmable Active/Passive Arming —The alarm system
can be programmed to arm with the remote control or arm itself
automatically.
þRemote Silent Arm/Disarm —At any time, you can silentlyarm or
disarm your system by pressing buttons 1 & 2 on your remote control
simultaneously.
þUser Programmable Long-Term Silent Arm/Disarm —This feature
allows you to program the siren chirps off completely until you decide to
restore them.
þProtected Valet Mode —Prevents passive arming while your vehicle is
serviced or valet parked, allowing you to maintain possession of your
remote control.
þAutomatic System Check —Automatically tests all triggers and
sensors every time you remotely arm your system.
þVisual Confirmations —Your vehicle's parking lights will flash on and
off to confirm remote arming, disarming and alarm activation.
þRemote Control Door Lock Capability —Allows you to lock and
unlock your doors without using your key (may require optional relays).
þUser Programmable Passive Door Lock —Allows you to program
the system to automatically lock the doors every time the alarm passively
arms.
þRemote-Controlled Accessory Output —Allows you to add a
remote controlled optional accessory such as a remote engine starter,
window roll-up, trunk release or fuel filler door release.
þAlarm State Memory —Automatically returns your system to its last
state if the battery is disconnected and later reconnected.
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Operating Instructions
nRemote Control —Each of the pair of remote controls is a miniature
radio transmitter with a typical range of up to 100 feet. Obstructions,
radio interference, cellular transmissions or a weak remote control
battery may reduce the range or interrupt transmission. (If the system
does not immediately respond, release and press the button again. This
works better than holding the button down.) The second remote can be
used by a second driver, or kept as a spare. (Note: AviGloremote
controls are not compatible with the AMX58.)
Additional remote controls or batteries can be purchased from any
authorized Prime Dealer, or by calling Prime Security toll-free at
1-800-253-0334 (within the U.S.) or 1-847-215-2233.
nTo Arm The System —The alarm can be programmed for active or
passive arming. Active arming means the alarm can only be armed by
the remote control. Passive arming means the alarm will automatically
arm itself. See the "Programming Table for System Features" on page 8.
nActive Arming. Press remote button #1 once. The siren will chirp
twice, the parking lights will flash twice, the doors will lock,* the
LED will flash slowly and the starter will be disabled.**
nPassive Arming. Turn the ignition key off, exit the vehicle and close
the doors. When the interior lights turn off, the LED will flash rapidly
for 30 seconds to indicate the system is passive arming. The LED will
then flash slowly to indicate the system is armed and the starter is
disabled. (At any time during passive arming, you may actively arm
the alarm.)
nTo Disarm the System —Press remote button #1 for 1-2 seconds.
The siren will chirp once, the parking lights will flash once, the doors
will unlock, the interior lights will turn on (if the optional interior light
illunination relay was installed), the LED will turn off and the starter will
be enabled.
*Ifyoursystemwasinstalledwiththedoorlock/unlock feature,allotherdoorlock/unlockrelated featureswillapply.
** If the optional starter disable was installed, all starter disable related features will apply.
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nRemote-Controlled Silent Arm/Disarm —Press remote buttons
#1 and #2 at the same time.
nSilent Arm Indications. The parking lights will flash twice, the
doors will lock, the starter will be disabled* and the LED will flash
slowly.
nSilent Disarm Indications. The parking lights will flash once, the
doorswillunlock,thestarterwillbeenabledandtheLEDwillturnoff.
nInterior Light Illumination Capability —When the alarm system
is remotely disarmed, the vehicle's interior light(s) will turn on for 30
seconds or until the ignition key is turned on (requires an optional relay).
nTo Activate an Accessory —Press remote button #2 for 1-2
seconds to activate an optional accessory such as trunk release, remote
engine starter or a remote control garage door opener.
nValet Switch —The valet switch is a small hidden toggle switch which
can only be controlled with the use of your ignition key. This switch
allows you to program many features of the alarm system. In the event of
a lost or stolen remote control, you can activate the Protected Valet Mode
to bypass (shut off) the alarm functions.
BE SURE TO ASK YOUR DEALER TO SHOW YOU WHERE THE VALET
SWITCH IS LOCATED.
nProtected Valet Mode —You can place your system in Protected
Valet Mode when your car is being serviced by mechanics, car wash
personnel or driven by valet attendants, and still maintain possession of
your remote control(s). While in Protected Valet Mode, all alarm
functions are bypassed to prevent undesired or accidental arming.
nTo Turn on Protected Valet Mode
1.Turn your ignition key to the "ON" position or start the vehicle.
2.Flick the valet switch to the "ON" position.
3. The LED will turn on solid red to indicate the alarm is in Protected
Valet Mode.
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nTo Turn off Protected Valet Mode
1.Turn your ignition key to the "ON" position or start the vehicle.
2.Flick the valet switch to the "OFF" position,
3. The LED will turn off to indicate the alarm is no longer in
Protected Valet Mode.
nUser Programmable Passive Door Lock —The system will not
automatically lock the doors when the alarm passively arms to prevent
the keys and remote from accidentally being locked in the vehicle. If you
prefer, you can easily program the systen to automatically lock the doors
every time the alarm passively arms. See the “Programming Table for
System Features” on page 8.
nRemote Panic with Safety Locks™ —Press and hold button #1
for 3-4 seconds. The siren will sound continually and the parking lights
will flash on and off. If the ignition key is off, the doors will unlock. If
the ignition key is on, the doors will lock. To deactivate, press button #1
once (may require additional relays).
nLED Status Indicator —The LED on your vehicle’s dashboard or
center console will inform you of the system status.
LEDStatus
OffSystem is disarmed
On solidIn Protected Valet Mode
Slow flashSystem is armed
Flashing in cyclesSee "Specific Zone Intrusion Identification"
nPrevious Intrusion Alert —If the vehicle had been tampered with
and the alarm has been triggered, the siren will chirp 3 times upon
remote disarm instead of the usual 1 chirp.
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nSpecific Zone Intrusion Identification —If the alarm had been
triggered in your absence, the siren will chirp 3 times upon remote
disarm (Previous Intrusion Alert). When you enter the vehicle and turn
on the ignition, the LED will flash in cycles to specifically identify which
zone has triggered the alarm.
LED Zone
One Flash...One Flash...Impact sensor
Two Flash...Two Flash...Hood trunk trigger
Three Flash...Three Flash...Door trigger
nAutomatic Malfunction Override —In the event of a faulty sensor
or alarm input trigger zone, the alarm, when remotely armed, will alert
you by a series of chirps and light flashes.
nInstant Remote Control Code Deletion —In the event of a lost
or stolen remote control, all remote controls can be erased from the
system's memory to prevent unauthorized system operation. See the
"Programming Table for Remote Controls" on page 9.
nOne-Step Remote Control Code Learning —The system can be
programmed to accept as many as four separate remote controls. See the
"Programming Table for Remote Controls" on page 9.
nAlarm State Memory —If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected and
later reconnected, the system will automatically return to its last state
prior to disconnection, whether it was armed, disarmed or in Protected
Valet Mode. For example, if a mechanic disconnects the battery while the
alarm is disarmed or in Protected Valet Mode, he won’t trigger the alarm
when he reconnects the battery. If a thief removes power while the alarm
is armed, and reconnects it, the alarm will instantly sound, the parking
lights will flash and the starter will be disabled.
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nHow to Interpret the Chirps and Parking Light Flashes 
When you press the remote control buttons, the system will respond with
chirps(unlessyouhavethechirpmutingfeatureturnedonorthesystemisin
Valet Mode) and flashes of the parking lights to indicate the system status.
An explanation of these chirp/flash acknowledgments is as follows:
Number of chirps and flashesExplanation
1Disarming of the alarm
2Arming of the alarm
2 and then 4 Armed and there is a sensor malfunction (automatically bypassed)
3Disarmed and there was an intrusion attempt
4Armed and there is a trigger malfunction (automatically bypassed)
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User-Programmable Features
All system and remote control programmable features are accomplished by
turning the ignition key "ON" (or starting the engine) and flicking the valet
switch on and off a preset number of times. The system also allows you to
add new remote controls in one step, delete lost or stolen remote controls or
rearrange the factory preset remote control functions.
1.Remove the system from Protected Valet Mode. Programming cannot be
accessed while the system is in Protected Valet Mode indicated by the
LED on solid red.
2.Select the feature you wish to program from the "Programming Table for
System Features" or the "Programming Table for Remote Controls" on
pages 9 & 10.Note the number of chirps associated with that feature.
3.Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position.
4.Within 10 seconds, begin flicking the valet switch on and off. The siren
will chirp once each time you flick the switch on then off.
5. Continue flicking the switch on and off, counting the number of chirps.
NOTE: Stop when you reach the number of chirps associated with
your chosen feature.
6.Follow the "Secondary Action." You will hear a number of chirps to
confirm that you have changed the setting of that feature.
7.Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position.
8.Repeat steps 1-7 for any other feature you wish to program.
Programming Table for System Features
FeatureFactory
Setting# of ChirpsSecondary Action
Passive/Active
Arming Passive 4Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for Active or twice for Passive.
Passive Door Lock OFF 5Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for OFF or
twice for ON.
Remote Arming
Siren Chirps ON6Wait 3 seconds, the siren chirps once for OFF or twice for ON.
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Programming Table for Remote Controls
FeatureFactory
Setting# of
ChirpsSecondary Action
Arm/Disarm/
Remote PanicChannel 1
Button 18Press any remote control button you choose to operate
this feature. Siren will chirp once for confirmation.
Accessory (-)
OutputChannel 2
Button 29Press any remote control button you choose to operate
this feature. Siren will chirp twice for confirmation.
Silent
Arm/DisarmChannel 3
Buttons 1 & 210 Press any remote control button you choose to operate
this feature. Siren will chirp 3 times for confirmation.
One-Step Code
Learning —11 Press button #1. The siren will chirp 4 times. Remote control will operate at factory preset order.
Instant Code
Deletion—12 Wait 3 seconds. The siren will chirp twice. All remote
controls are erased from memory.
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