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Deluxe 2-Way Keyless Entry & Remote Start June 14, 2013 Operation Guide Temporary cover. Color cover is in a separate fi le. Table Of Contents Introduction ............................................................................................2 The Controller & Transmitter .................................................................3 Controller & Transmitter Functions ........................................................3 Other Remote Start Features ................................................................4 Low Battery/Low Temp Automatic Starting ........................................4 Turbo Timer Feature ..........................................................................4 Pit-Stop Feature ................................................................................4 The Status Light ....................................................................................5 Using The Valet Switch ..........................................................................5 Transmitter Protection & Technology .....................................................6 Programming Transmitters ....................................................................6 Programming Features ..........................................................................6 User Programmable Features ...............................................................7 Installer Programmable Features ..........................................................8 Programmable Features Matrix ........................................................... 11 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of this convenience system by Omega Research & Development, Inc., a world leader in vehicle security and conveince products since 1975. This system is designed to offer ease of use and its modular design allows for many features to be customiz-
able to suit your needs. Please note that this manual is written to reflect the full capability of this system though some features may not be available to you because of vehicle limitations and/or chosen options at the time of installation. It is also written to reflect the operations in their default configurations. This system has three principal user components that you should famil-
iarize yourself with:
The Status Light indicates the current system status and aids in troubleshooting failed remote start attempts as well as in customizing the programmable features. The specific operations of the lights are described on page 5. The Valet Switch is used to access transmitter and feature program-
ming. It is also used to place the system in valet mode which temporarily bypasses the remote start feature. See page 5. The remote Transmitters are used to operate the system on a daily basis. This system is capable of being operated by up to 4 different transmitters. Each transmitter has 1 button. 2 The Controller & Transmitter 2-way controller part number: 115-03 1-way transmitter part number: 113-03 Call your dealer or visit www.caralarm.com to order replacement transmitters. Controller battery replacement:
Remove the small screws from the lower back case, and separate the transmitter halves. Replace the battery(s) and reas-
semble the transmitter case. start/
unlock button 115-03 Battery type:
CR2032 (Qty: 1) 113-03 Battery type:
CR2016 (Qty: 2) Controller & Transmitter Functions REMOTE START: Press and release the START button twice. (see installer feature #1 for other options) THE PARKING LIGHTS WILL FLASH AND THE STA-
THE CONTROLLER WILL PLAY THE START MELODY. THE IGNITION WILL TURN ON AND THE SYSTEM TUS LIGHTS WILL FLASH RAPIDLY. WILL START THE ENGINE. LIGHTS AND THE PARKING LIGHTS WILL FLASH AS LONG AS REMOTE START MODE IS ACTIVE. GREEN ONCE EVERY 2 SECONDS. THE 2-WAY CONTROLLER BUTTON WILL FLASH WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, THE STATUS The engine will run for the preset run time (see user feature #1). Run Time Extender
: Press the START button one time while in If the engine stalls, the system will make up to 3 more attempts. Each time you park your vehicle, set the climate controls to give you the desired interior temperature when you use the remote start. remote start mode to restart the engine run timer. NOTE: This can only be used once per remote start cycle. If you decide not to drive your vehicle, you can turn off the remote start using the same method to turn it on (keep in mind that the fi rst press is considered the Run Time Extender). key to the ON/RUN position (NOT START!!). When you press the brake pedal, the remote start will turn off. Upon entering the vehicle during remote start mode, turn the ignition 3 Controller & Transmitter Functions (contd) UNLOCK: Press and hold the button for 3 seconds. THE DOORS WILL UNLOCK, THE PARKING LIGHTS WILL FLASH TWICE THEN ILLUMINATE FOR 30 SECONDS. THE BUTTON WILL FLASH GREEN TWICE. THE 2-WAY CONTROLLER WILL BEEP TWICE AND Other Remote Start Features To activate low temp starting, enter low voltage start mode as described It is typically recommended that vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines LOW BATTERY/LOW TEMP AUTOMATIC STARTING This feature will automatically start the engine if the vehicle battery drops below 11 volts or the interior temperature drop to 15 (or 32) degrees fahrenheit. You must activate these features each time you park your car to use them. They can be activated with the following procedure:
Turn the ignition switch on, then off (engine not running), and within 7 seconds press the valet switch twice. If there is a 2 second delay without additional valet button presses, the horn will honk 3 times activating low voltage start mode. above but, before the horn honks, press the valet switch 1 time (15 degrees) or 2 times (32 degrees) within 5 seconds. The horn will honk to confi rm your selection. TURBO TIMER FEATURE allow the engine to idle for after driving to cool the turbocharger. When this Installer Programmable Feature is enabled, the system will automatically keep the engine running as follows:
With the engine running, hold the brake pedal and engage the parking brake. When the brake pedal is released, the system will keep the engine running for the programmed time (1, 2, or 3 minutes), and then automatically turn it off. Turbo Timer can be prevented from engaging, or bypassed if desired, by turning the engine off before engaging the parking brake, or if its already engaged, step on the brake pedal to turn the turbo timer off. PIT-STOP FEATURE This feature allows you to leave your engine running for making quick errands. To use this feature, have the engine running normally from the ignition switch and your foot off the brake pedal. Press the Valet Switch twice; the parking lights will fl ash. Turn the key off and the engine will remain running for the programmed run time. 4 The Status Light The Status Light helps to visually confirms the status of the system and provides a high level of visual deterrence. The Status Light is located in the window mount receiver unit. Normal System Status 1) Off = The remote starter system is off, in standby mode. 2) On Constant = The system is in the Valet Mode, with the remote starter system disabled. Starting System Status The Status Light also indicates the remote start status:
3) Flashing Slow (once per second): Remote start is on. 4) Flashing Fast (after activating remote start): The system is in the process of start-
ing the engine. Remote Starting Diagnostics Whenever the system is placed into Valet Mode, the Status Light illuminates solid. However, when this first occurs, the Status Light will flash 1 to 6 flashes be-
fore resuming solid illumination. This indicates why the engine stopped running from the last previous remote starting attempt. 5) 1 Flash = Programmed run time expired. 6) 2 Flashes = Brake was pressed or hood opened. 7) 3 Flashes = Engine stalled or bad tach signal. 8) 4 Flashes = Received transmitter command to stop. 9) 5 Flashes = Gear selector removed from park. 10) 6 FLashes = Low voltage. Using The Valet Switch Valet Mode Valet mode disables the remote start feature. It should be used, for example, when you have your vehicle serviced. To engage Valet Mode:
With the system unlocked, press and hold the Valet Switch for 3 seconds; the Status Light will turn on to indicate Valet Mode. Attempts to remote start will result in no response. Keep this in mind if remote start stops functioning. To turn off Valet Mode, simply press & release the Valet Switch once. The Status Light will turn off. Manual Override This puts the system in an unlocked state allowing for programming operations. Turn the vehicles ignition on. Press and release the valet switch once. 5 Transmitter Protection & Technology Code JumpingTM Technology Code jumping technology uses a complex algorithm to change the transmitters codes every time a button is pressed to prevent a thief from copying the signal. Only the system in your car has the key to decipher this code and it is not replicable. Automatic Transmitter VerificationTM There the potential threat of someone, who has temporary access to your vehicle
(mechanic, valet), programming their own transmitter to your system. For example, someone could do so and gather your personal info from any paper work in your ve-
hicle. Then, they could visit your home and help themselves to the contents of your vehicle without any signs of intrusion. ATVTM shows you how many transmitters are programmed to your system by flashing the status light every time you turn on the ignition key for a 10 second period. Easily identify if transmitters have been added to your system. Programming Transmitters Have all transmitters which are to operate the system at hand. Then, Standard Programming: Before starting, be sure the system is in an unlocked state by using a working transmitter or performing a manual override. Step 1 turn the ignition on. Step 2 Within 5 seconds of turning on the ignition, press the Valet Switch 5 times. The status light and parking lights will illuminate, confirming that for the next 10 seconds the system is ready to learn a transmitter/controller code. To enter a code, simply press and release the transmitter button. When the first code is learned all existing stored codes will be erased. Step 3 Press the button on each remaining transmitter one at a time. The sys-
tem will turn the lights off then back on to confirm that each was learned. If a code is not received within a 10 second period, the learning process will automatically terminate, as indicated by the lights turning off. Step 4 Turn the vehicles ignition key off. Programming Features Step 1 Turn the ignition key ON, then OFF Step 2 Within 5 seconds of step 1, press the valet switch 5 times to access user features (10 times to access installer features).
~ The parking lights and the status light will turn on. Step 3 Within 10 seconds of step 2, press the valet switch the number of times cor-
responding with the desired features number.
~ The status light and the parking lights will flash equal to the selected feature. Step 4 Change the feature by pressing the brake pedal the same number of times that corresponds with the desired setting.
~ The status lights and the parking lights will flash equaling the selected setting. Step 5 If you wish to change more features, repeat steps 3 & 4 at this time. Step 6 To exit programming, turn the ignition key ON then OFF. Or, you can wait 10 seconds for programming mode to expire. 6
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 3 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 4 times to program) User Programmable Features This group of User Programmable Features are all accessed as a group in the first level of features programming. These features have a direct affect upon the sys-
tems operations, so the programming and operation of each are described. Feature #1 Remote Start Run Time 10 Minutes 5 Minutes 15 Minutes 20 Minutes This feature sets the period of time that the engine will run after being remotely started. If the engine is not stopped by controller/transmitter command or a safety circuit violation, the engine will automatically stop upon the expiration of the selected time period. Caution: The remote engine starting feature should NEVER be used when the vehicle is parked in an enclosed structure or garage. Feature #2 Steady/Flashing Lights During Remote Start Steady (press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT Flashing (press the brake pedal 2 times to program) This Feature configures the operation of the vehicles parking lights during the remote start operation. The default setting turns on the parking lights during remote start; the other setting flashes the parking lights on and off during remote start. Feature #3 Confirmation Chirp Function & Volume
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT Low High
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program) N/A
(press the brake pedal 3 times to program) OFF (no chirps) (press the brake pedal 4 times to program) This feature allows the choice of two different volume levels of the systems confir-
mation chirps, you can hear and choose the setting with the best chirp volume as you select each option. Feature #5 Doors Lock With Ignition On Off (press brake pedal 2 times to program) - DEFAULT On (press brake pedal 1 time to program) This feature configures the system to automatically lock the vehicles doors every time that the ignition switch is turned on. The following feature #6 controls the automatic unlocking operations. Feature #6 Doors Unlock With Ignition Off Off (press brake pedal 2 times to program) - DEFAULT On (press brake pedal 1 time to program) Similar to the previous locking feature, except this feature controls the unlock opera-
tion when the ignition is turned off. Feature #7 Doors Unlock With Trunk Release Off (press brake pedal 2 times to program) On (press brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT When trunk release (CH2) is activated, this feature determines whether the doors will unlock or not. 7 Installer Programmable Features This group of Installer Programmable Features are all accessed as a group in the second level of features programming. These features have a direct affect upon the systems operations related to the installation and vehicle type AND SHOULD ONLY BE CHANGED BY THE INSTALLER!!!
Feature #1 Remote Start Activation 1 button presses 2 button presses 3 button presses 4 button presses This feature allows you to choose the number of button presses AND pulses required on the White/Blue activation wire to activate the remote start feature. All of the settings must occur within a 5 second window of the previous button press.
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program)
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program) - DEFAULT
(press the brake pedal 3 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 4 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 3 times to program) Feature #2 PINK/WHITE (IGN #2) wire operation Ignition Accessory Start Ignition - operates with the same timing as the PINK ignition #1 output. Accessory - operates with the same timing as the ORANGE accessory output. Start - operates with the same timing as the VIOLET start output
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 3 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 4 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 5 times to program) Feature #3 Engine Detection Method Tachless Hi Tachless Lo Tach Wire Data Tach Crank Only This feature selects the method in which the remote start monitors the engines run-
ning condition in remote start mode. Tachless Hi sensitivity mode has an associated base starter output time duration
(see installer feature #7) and monitors the vehicles voltage level to determine if the engine is running. This setting looks for a voltage increase of 0.3v after cranking. Tachless Lo sensitivity mode operates like the Tachless Hi setting but looks for a voltage increase of 0.5v after cranking. Tach Wire Before this setting is programmed, refer to the Violet/White wire sec-
tion of the installation manual for proper wiring connection and the Tach Learn Pro-
cedure. It will crank the engine for up to 3 seconds or until a tach signal is detected. Data Tach mode operates just like the Tach Wire setting except it takes its reading from the D2D data port instead of using the Violet/White wire. Before using, make sure this function is supported by the Databus Interface module. Crank Only AKA blind start is similar to the Tachless settings however, it only makes one start attempt and does not monitor engine running conditions. This is useful for many push-to-start vehicles. 8 Installer Programmable Features (contd)
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT the engine running status will be determined 40 seconds after cranking.
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 3 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 4 times to program) Feature #4 Gasoline Or Diesel Engine Gasoline Diesel 15 Sec. Delay (press the brake pedal 2 times to program) Diesel 20 Sec. Delay (press the brake pedal 3 times to program) Diesel 30 Sec. Delay (press the brake pedal 4 times to program) This feature changes the systems timing of the ignition and starter output sequence for gas or diesel engines. Gasoline: the starter output will occur 3 seconds after the ignitions turn on. When in Tachless mode, the engine running status is determined 10 seconds after starting. Diesel: the starter output will occur 15, 20, or 30 seconds after the ignitions turn on (allows for glow plug warming). When in Tachless mode, Feature #5 Satellite Relay Port Green Wire Function Starter Pulse After Engine Start Status Output Domelight This feature changes the operation of the Green wire (negative) on the satellite relay port. This gives you the flexibility to accomodate certain vehicles that require any out-of-the-ordinary pulses or remote start timing. Starter setting operates as a secondary START output. This will have the same pulse timing as the large Violet wire on the main harness. Pulse After Start setting will give a 0.8 second pulse immediately after the engine starts and is running. Status Output setting will behave like the ignition output except it turns on 1.5 seconds earlier than the primary ignition output.. Domelight provides domelight supervision output. It will turn on when the system is unlocked and after turning the ignition off. Feature #6 Satellite Relay Port Blue Wire Function Status Ignition Defrost Pulse Status - operates like the PINK ignition output except it turns on 1.5 seconds earlier than the PINK ignition #1 output. This is best for activating bypass kits. Ignition - op-
erates with the same timing as the PINK ignition #1 output. Defrost Pulse will send a pulse after start only when the cabin temperature is below freezing (32 degrees F) Feature #7 Extended Starter Cranking Time 0.7 Second 1.00 Second 1.5 Seconds 2.25 Seconds This feature determines the crank time of the 1st start attempt when in Tachless mode. If the engine doesnt start on the first attempt, it will retry up to 3 more times extending the crank time by an additional 0.2 second with each attempt.. 9
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 3 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 4 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 3 times to program) Installer Programmable Features (contd)
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 3 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program) - DEFAULT
(press the brake pedal 3 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 4 times to program) Feature #8 Low Temp Crank Extender 0ms (Off) (press the brake pedal 1 time to program) 200ms 300ms 400ms When the vehicles interior temperature is below freezing, this feature adds extra crank time to the base timing (see installer feature #7). It applies to Tachless &
Crank Only modes only (installer feature #3) Feature #9 Lock/Unlock Outputs 0.8 Second Output 3 Second Output Double 0.8 Sec Unlock This single feature gives the installer several needed options, to match the systems doorlocking outputs to suit different vehicle requirements. Feature #10 Remote Start Lock Control Off Lock After Start Unlock before start Unlock Before+Lock After Start (press the brake pedal 4 times to program) This feature allows for OEM alarm/lock control in relation to remote start operations thus eliminating extra wiring. Feature #11 Turbo Timer
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT Off Run 1 Minute
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program) Run 2 Minutes (press the brake pedal 3 times to program) Run 3 Minutes (press the brake pedal 4 times to program) This feature when turned on configures the system to automatically keep the engine running briefly after it is turned off. This operation is designed specifically for ve-
hicles having turbocharged engines. This feature should only be programmed by the installer, and the operation of this feature depends on the correct connection of the neutral safety wire to the vehicles parking brake. Please refer to the Black/White wire in the installation manual for the proper connection of this important wire.
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 3 times to program)
(press the brake pedal 1 time to program) - DEFAULT
(press the brake pedal 2 times to program) Feature #13 Data Port Protocol D2D (Trilogix) ADS (iData) This feature determines which data protocol is used on the data ports. Choose this based on the interface module being used. NOTE: OmegaLink modules support both protocols. The ADS protocol is recommended for maximum capabilities. 10 Programmable Features Matrix Trunk button 15 START button 20 N/A OFF Lock Button 10 Steady Low User Feature Programming: Ignition on, off, press valet 5 times
# Feature Unlock button 5 1 Engine Run Time Flashing 2 RS Light Confirmation 3 Horn Honk Volume Hi 4 N/A 5 Lock w/ IGN on 6 Unlock w/ IGN Off 7 Unlock w/ Trunk release Installer Feature Programming: Ignition on, off, press valet 10 times 1 Remote Start Activation 2 PINK/WHITE Wire Function On On On Off Off Off 3 Engine Detection 4 Gas or Diesel Engine 5 Sat. Port Green Wire Function 6 Sat. Port Blue Wire Function 7 Crank Time 8 Low Temp Crank Extender 9 Door lock outputs 10 Remote Start Lock Control 11 Turbo Timer 12 N/A 13 Data Port Protocol Gas Start Status 0.7 sec 0ms 0.8 sec Off Off 1 press Ignition Tachless Hi Crank Only (press Lock + Unlock) 2 presses Accessory Tachless Lo 3 presses Start Tach Wire 4 presses Datatach Diesel
(30 sec.) Dome Light Diesel
(15 sec.) Pulse after start Status Diesel
(20 sec.) Ignition 1 sec 200ms 3 sec Lock after start 1 min Pulse after start below freezing 1.5 sec 300ms Double Unlock Unlock before start 2 min 2.25 sec 400ms Both 3 min D2D (Trilogix) ADS (iData) This device complies with FCC Rules part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions, (1) This device may not cause harmful interference and, (2) This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifi-
cations could void the users authority to operate the equipment. 11 Back Cover Color cover is in a separate file.