Uniden VS1000XL User manual

unidl!rr VS1000XL
RF REMOTE CONTROLLED
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
Operating Guide
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PATENTED, 2-STAGE, PRE-INTRUSION,
ELECTROMAGNETIC SHOCK SENSOR
This VS1000XL is equippedwith a2-stage, pre-intrusion, electromagn~tic shock sensor. If the
vehide is lightly rapped, the first stage sensor will cause the alarm siren to "chirp." This feature
provides a pre-intrusion waming to would-be thieves. If a harder impact is made to the vehide, the
secondstagesensor will activatethe alarmand soundthe siren. .
NOTE: the alarm will not have this pre-intrusion feature if your alarm is programmed to use
current sensing.
ALARM DURATION, SIREN AND FLASHING LIGHT
If the alarm is triggered, it will sound four 28-second cycles with a 10-second pause between
cydes. For example, if a door opening is detected, the alarm will automatically sound for 28
seconds. If the door has not been shut before the end of the 28-second cycle, the alarm will
continue to sound for three more cycles and then stop sounding. During this time the lights will
flash in 38-second cycles with no pause. If any of the other sensors are triggered, or the same
door is closed and then reopened, the process will begin again.
~O.E. T.SWITCH
.~ The V.O.E.T.switch has four convenientfunctions:
The Valet: allows easy, permanent disarming of the alarm system. This is useful for unloading
groceries, or servicing the car. To activate the valet mode, tum the ignition key on and flip the
V.O.E.T. switch on, then back to off. Now the alarm will not arm. If you wish to deactivate the
Ivaietmode,tumtheignitiononandfliptheV.O.E.T.switchon,thenbacktooff. Nowthealarm
Ican be armed.
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I:The Defective zone override: lets the alarm arm even if one or more of the alarm's sensing
-i,devices are defective. For example, if the door switch is defective the alarm will not arm and thus
I.will not "CHIRP".-Toarmthe remainingsensors,flip the V.O.E.T.switchto the on position. (The
!Iswitch will remain in the on position.) To disengage the defective zone override, flip the V.O.E.T.
, switch back to the off position. .
IMPORTANT: Arming the alarm with the override (V.O.E.T.) switch in the "ON" position will disable
. the fail-safe arming feature and force the alarm to arm with an open or defective door/
sensor. With the override (V.O.E.T.) switch "ON", the alarm system, when armed, is not
fully protecting the vehicle. Repair the alarm system and return the override (V.O.E.T.)
I switch to the "OFF" position as soon as possible.
iThe Emergency disarm: a back-up method of disarming the alarm in case the transmitter is lost
I or stolen. To disarrT! the alarm, first open a door. The alarm will begin to sound. Tum on the key
.and then flip the V.O.E.T. switch to the on position and then back to the off position.
The Temporary disarm: can be used to temporarily disarm the alarm. This is useful for leaving
the car for a short period of time such as during a stop at a gas station. To operate, tum off the
. key and flip the V.O.E.T. switch on and then back to off. If you change your mind and wish to
leave the car for an extended time, press the transmitter button to arm the alarm. The temporary
disarm feature is automatically disengaged once the key is turned on.
For a quick reference guide on the V.O.E.T. Switch, see right side.
FOUR-FUNCTION LED
The alarm brain red LED has four useful functions:
. The RF transmitter-receiver can be tested by pushing the transmitter button.
!If the alarm brain LED comes on, the transmitter-receiver is working properly.
. When in valet mode the LED will flash 1.5 seconds on, 0.5 second off.
This alerts you to the fact that the alarm is currently off. It also gives the
appearance to would-be thieves that the alarm is armed.
. When the VS1000XL is fully armed, the LED will flash 0.5 second on, 1.5 seconds off, as a
warning to would-be thieves that your vehicle is protected by an alarm.
. When the VS1000XL is not armed nor in the valet mode, the LED will be off.
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V.O.E.T. SWITCH OPERATION CHART
.NOTE 1: Arming the alarm with the override (V.O.E.T.) switch in the "ON" position will disable the fail-safe arming feature and force the alarm to arm with an open
door/sensor. With the override (V.O.E.T.) switch "ON", the alarm system, when armed, is not fully protecting the vehide. Repair the alarm system and
return the override (V.O.E.T.) switch to the "OFF" position as soon as possible.
NOTE 2: AUTOMATIC ARM ING - Alarm will arm automatically 15seconds after the last door is shut. However, if you wish, you can arm the alarm manually after
the last door is shut, by pressing the transmitter button once.
NOTE 3: Two ways to remove the "temporary disarm of automatic arming" feature:
(1) Close all doors and press the transmitter once. The alarm will "chirp" and arm.
(2) Turn the ignition key from off to on, then back to off. Open the door, then shut the door. The alarm will go back to the "automatic arming" mode.
NOTE 4: When the VS1000XL is fully armed, the LED will flash 0.5 second on, 1.5 seconds off. When in valet mode, the LED will flash 1.5 seconds on, 0.5 second
off. This protects car in valet mode, as thief will see flashing LED and assume alarm is armed.
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V.O.E.T. STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 LED
SWITCH FUNCTIONS STATUS
ACTIVATE DISARMTHEALARM TURNIGNITION FLIPV.O.E.T.SWITCH TURNIGNITION NOSTEP#5 LONGFLASHON
VALET SWITCHON ON,THENBACKTO SWITCHOFF ALARMIS NOWIN (NOTE#4) .
VOFF VALET MODE
DEACTIVATE TURN IGNITION fliP V.O.E.T. SWITCH TURN IGNITION NO STEP #4 NO STEP #5 LED IS OFF
VALET SWITCH ON ON, THEN BACK TO SWITCH OFF ALARM CAN NOW BE
OFF ARMED .
OVERRIDE YOUHAVETRIEDTO TURNIGNITION FLIPV.O.E.T.SWITCH EXITCAR ARMTHE AlARM BY SHORTFLASHON
0ARM ALARM BOT SWITCH OFF TO ON POSITION (BE SURE ALL DOORS PRESSING THE (LIKE REGULAR
CANNOT (MAKE SURE ARE CLOSED) TRANSMITTER "ARMED" LED FLASH
(NOTE #1) ALL DOORS CLOSED) (NOTE #1) BUTTON RATE) (NOTE 14)
EMERGENCY ARM THE ALAR OPEN DOOR (SIREN TURN IGNITION FLIP V.O.E.T. SWITCH NOSTEP'5 LED IS OFF
EDISARM WILL SOUND) SWITCH ON ON, THEN BACK TO ONCE YOU FLIP
OFF V.O.E.T. SWITCH
SIREN WILL STOP
SOUNDING AND
ALARM IS DISARMED
TEMPORARY (1 TIME) DISARM THE ALARM TURN IGNITION FLIP V.O.E.T. SWITCH LEAVE CAR (MAKE NO STEP #5 LED IS OFF
TDISARM OF SWITCH OFF ON, THEN BACK TO SURE All DOORS ARE ALARM WILL NOT ARM
AUTOMATIC ARMING OFF SHUT) FOR THIS ONE TIME
(NOTE #2, #3) ONLY

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OPERATING GUIDE
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulationsl From the moment you purchased this VS1000XL Vehicle
Security System, you became a part of the UNIDENfamily. You started taking
advantage of over 23 years of advanced security engineering. You joined a team of
engineers, technicians, designers, and people like yourself who know how important
protecting your car is. You discovered the UNIDEN difference.
This difference is important because the VS1000XL is more than an alarm. It is
complete peace of mind. It is knowing that your car is protected around the clock by
its own security guard- one that never sleeps, never takes a break.
But even the best security systems will notwork correctly without careful installation.
For greatest security, installation by your professionalUNIDEN dealer is strongly
recommended. He understands both his alarms and your needs, and will work hard
to ensuretheVS1000XLdoesitsjob foryou. 0
Welcome to the family: UNIDEN,your dealer, and youl
NOTICE
The information and specifications printed inthis guide are current at the time of
publication. However, the UNIDEN policy is one of continual.development and
Improvement. For this~reason,UNIDEN-reservesthe right to change specifications
without notice.
Copyright @1992 UNIDEN. All rights reserved. This material may not be
reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, without the written permission of
UNIDEN.
This Vehicle Security System is protected by patents in U.S.A., Great Britain,
Germany and Taiwan, and patents are pending in Japan and Korea.
IMPORTANT
:Installationofa sophisticatedvehiclesecuritysystemliketheVS1000XLis avery
complicated procedure. For best results, please talk to your UNIDEN dealer about
professional Installation.
NOTE: This alarm Is designed to protect your entire car and its contents. But
remember that every car is different, and it may be necessary to add sensors or
accessories not in~ludedwith this alarm system. Also, even though this alarm
offers a high level of security and convenience, the level of protection and the
features your alarm offers depend on how it is installed. Therefore, please ask your
dealer to clearly explain the protection and features of your alarm after installation.
The VS1000XL alarm system contains many innovative features and unique
functions. Please read the operating guide carefully in order to understand all of the
protection and convenience features that are offered.
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OPERATING THE VS1000XL
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK AND FLASHING LIGHTS
Your VS1000XL offers the convenience of automatically locking
and unlocking your car's doors and flashing the lights when
the car is armed and disarmed. This may require the
, addition of certain optional accessories, and you
should discuss with your professional
UNIDEN dealer about whether or not you wish
to have them installed with your alarm.
This guide assumes you are using the power
door lock control and flashing light features of
your VS1000XL. If you decide not to use
I these features, just disregard any references
to them.
ARMING THE VS1000XL
If manual active anning is selected, the alarm will arm instantly after you press the
transmitter's button. If automatic passive anning is selected, the alarm will arm 15
seconds after the last door is closed. For manual arming, a "CHIRP"should be heard
i and the parking lights will flash once after you push the button, to signify that the
Ialarmis armed. Forautomaticarming,a "CHIRP"shouldbe heardandtheparking
Ilights will flash once after the last door is closed, to confirm that the alarm is arming.
: In either case, if you do not hear the "CHIRP" and see the flashing of the parking
Ilights,thealarmisinformingyouthatadoorhasnotbeenshutproperly.This
remarkable patented fail-safe featurestops you from walking away thinking your car
is protected when it is not. (Your installercan turn this "CHIRP" off..if you desire.)
, DlJIingthe delay period for automatic arming, you can temporarily disarm the
TVS1000XL simply by opening a car door. This lets you re-enterthe car without
having to first disarm the alarm. When finished, shut the door and arm the alarm
: manually or automatically as above. This process can be repeated as often as
needed. Once the delay period has expired, the alarm will be fully armed and the red
LED will begin to flash. Any attempt now to enter the car without first disarming the
VS1000XL will immediately trigger the alarm, causing the siren to sound and the
parking lights to flash simultaneously.
)DISARMINGTHEVS1000XL
The VS1000XL's patented 3-step disarming process prevents accidental disarming.
Unless all steps are carried out, the alarm will rearm itself. If automatic passive
annlng is used, first press the transmitter's button, and the alarmwill "CHIRP" twice,
,andtheparkinglightswillflashtwice. Thenopenacardoorwithin15seconds.Ifa
door is not opened, the alarm will rearm itself automatically. Finally turn the ignition
,\key to ON. If manual active annlng is used, pressthe button, and the alarm will
:I "CHIRP" twice, and the parking lights will flash twice. The VS1000XL is disarmed
and will not rearm itself.
EMERGENCY CALL FOR HELP (PANIC MODE)
You can sound the siren by turning off the ignition key and holding down the
transmitter's button for three seconds. The siren will begin to sound, chasing away
would-be attackers and alerting neighbours. However, range of transmitter may vary;
see Trouble Shooting section, item 2.
, CAR LOCATOR AND TAMPER INDICATOR WHILE DISARMING
Two long flashes show car's location when the alarm is disarmed by the transmitter.
The VS1000XL will notify the owner of any prior attempt to break into the car. If the
alarm has been tampered with, the lights will flash seven times (instead of twice)
when the transmitter is used to disarm the plarm. Switching on the ignition will reset
the memory.' .
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Ypur VS1000XL is an extremely reliable vehicle security system. In most cases, the rare
operational difficulties are the result of a weak transmitter battery or an open car door.
Below are guidelines to solving the majority of the problems you may experience. If after
following these guidelines you have not found the problem, contact your professional
installer immediately.
1. No siren sound or "chlrp" when the transmitter button Is pressed for arming or
disarming or held down for emergency call for help.
A. Check that all doors and the hood and trunk are closed and the ignition key is
removed from the switch.
B. Replace the transmitter battery and check the clips.
2. Transmitter works in some areas and not In others. This is probably due to excess
RF activity in that area, and is temporary (usually just a short time and only while the car .
is in that area, but may be longer depending on the type of the activity). It will not affect
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3. Alarm sounds for no apparent reason. Be sure that the transmitter button is not being
held down too long or that something in your pocket or purse is not pressing against the
transmitter button. The receiver may also be picking up interference from a nearby
airport or military base, Iow-flying plane, or other source. Such interference is temporary.
4. Alarm does not arm manually or automatically but the doors will lock/unlock when
the transmitter Is pressed. When Ignition Is off, LED has a long flash (1.5 sec. on,
0.5 sec. Off)i When Ign~tlon Is on, LED Is off.
A. The alarm is accidentally activated into valet mode.
Bo-Turn-ignition 00, flip the \l.O.E.T. switch from.off to-on,1hen back to off, then turQ
ignition off. Alarm can now be armed.
5. Alarm will not automatically arm Inpassive mode. Alarmwill arm manually by
pressing the transmitter.
A. TheV.O.E.T. switch is accidentally switched over to the override mode.
B. Turn ignition off, flip the V.O.E.T. switch to off position. Press transmitter button to
arm alarm. Alarm is now normal.
NOTE 1: If the alarm still does not function properly after checking the V.O.E.T. switch,
consult the VS1000XL dealer where you purchased the product, for further advice.
NOTE 2: Under no circumstances should you make any repairs or adjustments to any
component of the transmitter or receiver. Unauthorized repairs or adjustments to
any components will void the warranty. However, you may change the transmitter
battery by yourself, if needed, as shown below.
CHANGING THE TRANSMITTER BATTERY
1. Unscrew the small screw from the transmitter's back.
2. Replace the battery. MAKE SURE THE POSITIVEAND
NEGATIVE BATTERY ENDS CORRESPOND
CORRECTLY TO THE POSITIVE AND
NEGATIVE BATTERY CLIPS.
3. Replace the front cover, taking care not to
break the LED.
4. Replace the screw, turning it in tight enough
to hold the case together, but not so tight that
thecasecracks. '
BATIERY CLIPS
BATIERY (MODELNO.SK.915BA)
(OBSERVE CORRECT POLARITY)
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LIMITED WARRANTY
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1) Uniden Vehicle Security Alarms are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for
12 months from the date of sale to the original purchaser. To validate this Warranty, the
Warranty Registration Card must be completed and returned to Uniden within 10 days from the
date of purchase. This Warranty does not cover batteries. Uniden's obligation under this
Warranty shall be limited to the free-of-charge repair (or replacement at Uniden's sole
discretion) of the faulty component(s), which Uniden finds to be defective in material or
workmanship under normal use and service.
Uniden (NZ) Ltd. are the distributors of this alarm system and not an alarm installer. Every
effort has been made to maintain a high standard of authorized installers, but does not
guarantee the quality of the installation.
This warranty is extended to the original consumer purchaser only (non-transferable).
2) This warranty is void if damage is caused by, or attributed to, Acts of God, physical or
electrical misuse or abuse, neglect, repair or alteration without the expressed written consent
of Uniden, if installed by an unauthorized Uniden dealer, installer or purchaser (except VS230),
improper or abnormal usage, damage by water, faulty installation unauthorized repair or
improper testing, if used with accessories not approved by Uniden, or if for any other reason
Uniden determines that such equipment is not operating properly as a result of causes other
than poor workmanship or defective material of the product. Charges will be rendered if
damages can be attributed to any of the above reasons or if the warranty period has expired or
if the warranty registration card has not been registered.
3) THE OBLIGATION OF UNIDEN SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT ONLY.
IN NO EVENT SHALL UNIDEN BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, COLLATERAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. FOR (itBREACH OF ANY OF THE
PROVISIONS HEREOF, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, PROVISIONS REGARDING
WARRANTIES, GUARANTEES, AND/OR INDEMNITIES; OR (ii) ANY CLAIMS BY THE
PURCHASER 'CONCERNING THE GOODS WITHOUT LIMITATION, CLAIMS FOR LOSS
OF GOOD WILL, LOSS OF PROFIT OR REVENUES, LOSS OF USE, COST OF REMOVAL,
INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION, PERSONAL INJURY OF ANY KIND TO THE
PURCHASER OR ANYONE ELSE, THEFT OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE OR ITS
CONTENTS, AND/OR ANY INABILITY ON THE PART OF THE CONSUMER PURCHASER
TO USE THE EQUIPMENT. THIS WARRANTY IS NOT AN INSURANCE POLICY AGAINST
LOSS.
4) THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALLOTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,OR ARISING BY LAW,CUSTOM, OR CONDUCT, INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION,THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILlTYAND/OR FITNESS
FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
5) Uniden makes no other expressed warranty for this security product. No agent,
representative, dealer or employee of Uniden has the authority to increase or alter the
obligations or limitations of the Warranty.
6) Uniden's policy is one of continued development and improvement. For this reason, Uniden
reserves the right to change specifications without notice and without incurring any obligation
to similarly alter products previously purchased.
7) For Warranty repair', return the product freight prepaid to:
UNIDEN(NZ)LTD. CNR HARRIS ROAD AND TI RAKAU DRIVE, EAST TAMAKI, AUCKLAND N.Z.
A copy of the original sales receipt must be included. To help expedite the repair/replacement
of the product, please remember to include a detailed description of the problem experienced,
together with a return address and contact phone number.
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ACCESSORIES
INCLUDED
REMOTE CONTROL
Model SK-911TD
Twotransmitters aI
included. Arms and
disarms the alarm
from up to 150 feet
away. Get one for everyone who uses
thecar.
PATENTED, 2-5TAGE,
PRE-INTRUSION,
ELECTROMAGNEn
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SHOCK SENSOR 0
Model S5-052
Detectsimpact/shock I
of vehicle. Totally non-
directional. 'Provides pre-intrusion
warning and Intrusron output.
MUL Tl-TONE SIREN
Model SH-533L (/j
Provides super-loud
128dB three distinctive
tones to separate this
siren from others. Black ABS trumpet.
Miniature size.
FLASHING LED ~
Mode/SL-162SR ,
Attractive,brightLED
shows arm and disarm, valet, and
transmitter operation.
PIN SWITCHES
Model5S-061LSN ~
Heavy-duty,
adjustable pin
switches protect hood and trunk.
Heavy-duty contacts assure long life,
rustproof operation.
V.O.E.T. SWITCH to
Model S5-036WC1-P
Allows disarming of
VS1000XL if remote
control is lost or stolen.
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OPTIONAL
DOORLOCK/UNLOCKUNIT
sAMB SR~
Automatically locks and unlocks the
car's doors when the remote control
button is pressed.
ALARM PAGER
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Alerts you up to two miles
away, via the miniature pocket'
beeper, of break-in or vandalism
toyourcar.
GLASS BREAK I
SENSOR
Model S5-051
Detects the high-frequ~ncy
sound of glass breaking and
triggers alarm.
STARTER DISABLE RELA Y
MATSUSH"A
CB1F-M-Dc-12 .,
Disables car's starter when
alarm is armed. Car cannot
be hot-wired or started, even
with ignition key. ..
MOTION /VIBRATIONSENSOR
Model5S-057
Detects motions such as jacking up or
towing.
ARM /MEMORY BEEPER
Model SH-567-M
"Beeps"when armed.
PA TENTED, 2-STAGE,
PRE-INTRUSION,
MICROWA VE SENSOR
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Protectsconvertibles & vans with pre-
intrusionwarningand intrusionoutput.
BA 7TERY BACK-UP SIREN
Model X-KG900AB-T
Protectscar, even if battery cable is cutl
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