Directed Electronics Automobile Alarm 250 User's Manual
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1. NOTE The LED does not report when the Warn Away response has been activated it only reports Triggered Sequences 12 2001 Directed Electronics Inc Code Hopping The receiver and transmitter use mathematical formulas called algorithms to change their codes each time the transmitter is used This Code Hopping technology has been developed to increase the security of the unit By following this set code sequence the receiver and transmitter stay synchronized even if the transmitter is used out of range of the vehicle If however the transmitter is pressed many times out of range or the battery is removed the transmitter may get temporarily out of sync and fail to operate the system To resynchronize the transmitter simply press a several times within range of the vehicle The system will automatically resynchronize and the transmitter will respond normally High Frequency Your system transmits and receives at 434 MHz This provides a cleaner spectrum with less interference and a more stable signal Enjoy a phenomenal increase in range even in areas with high radio interference 2001 Directed Electronics Inc 13 Programming Options Programming options control your system s normal operational set up Most options do not require additional parts but some may require installation labor This system s programming options are listed below with the factory default settings in bold E Active arming only wit2. all previous and contemporaneous representations or understandings whether written or oral IN ANY EVENT DEI IS NOT LIABLE FOR THE THEFT OF THE VEHICLE AND OR ITS CONTENTS This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident unreasonable use neglect improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or construction This warranty is nontransferable and does not apply to any unit that has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose and does not cover batteries The unit in question must be returned to the manufacturer postage prepaid This warranty does not cover labor costs for the removal diagnosis trou bleshooting or reinstallation of the unit For service on an out of warranty product a flat rate fee by model is charged Contact your authorized dealer to obtain the ser vice charge for your unit These systems are a deterrent against possible theft Directed Electronics Inc is not offering a guarantee or insuring against the theft of the automobile or its contents and disclaims any liability for the theft of the vehicle and or its contents Directed Electronics does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or lia bility in connection with this security system 2001 Directed Electronics Inc i TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUD ED BY THE MANUFACTURER AND EACH ENTITY PARTICIPATING IN THE STREAM OF COM MERCE THER
3. for the vehicle s trunk or hatch An optional relay is required If the factory release is not power activated then DET s 522T trunk release solenoid can be added in most cases Power Window Control Automatic power window control is provided with the 529T and 530T systems These options operate power windows by rolling them up down or both up and down The 530T also offers one touch switch operation Valet Start System For the ultimate in convenience the Valet Start System can start your vehicle monitor engine functions and activate your climate control system with a push of a button Over rev protection open hood lockout brake pedal shutoff and automatic timer shutoff are included This option is available only for fuel injected automatic transmission vehicles 2001 Directed Electronics Inc 15 Glossary of Terms Control Module The brain of your security system Usually hidden underneath the dash area of the vehicle It houses the microprocessor that monitors your vehicle and controls all of the security system s functions Failsafe Starter Kill Relay Located on board the control module this is an automatic switch controlled by the security system that prevents the vehicle s starter from cranking whenever the system is armed The vehicle is never prevented from cranking when the system is disarmed in Valet Mode or if the starter kill fails Input Any physical connection to the security system An input ca
4. the NPC The only ways to reset a bypassed zone are for that zone not to be triggered for 60 minutes or to turn the ignition key on When testing your system it is important to remember that NPC can cause zones to be bypassed and appear to not work If five chirps are heard when disarming the system NPC has been engaged To clear the NPC memory simply turn the ignition key on 10 2001 Directed Electronics Inc Diagnostics The microprocessor at the heart of your system has the ability to constantly monitor all of the switches and sensors connected to it It can detect any faulty switches or sensors and prevent them from disabling the entire system It can also record and report any triggers that occur when you are away from your vehicle Arming Diagnostics Diagnostics If the system is armed at the same time that an input is active door opening sensor triggering etc you will hear one chirp to indicate arming and a second chirp a few seconds later to indicate Bypass Notification A Bypass Notification chirp means that the system ignores the input that was active when the system was armed until that input ceases Three seconds after that input ceases the system will resume normal monitoring For example if your vehicle has an interior light exit delay and you arm the system before the light turns off you may hear a Bypass Notification chirp Three seconds after the light turns off normal monitoring resumes N
5. Date of purchase Your full name and address Authorized dealer s company name and address Type of alarm installed Year make model and color of the automobile Automobile license number Vehicle identification number All security options installed on automobile Installation receipts ii 2001 Directed Electronics Inc Table of Contents Limited Lifetime Consumer Warranty 000 0000 i What Is Included oooooooococooooncr ee 3 Important Information 0 0 cee eee eee 3 System Maintenance ve a ee Rae ee es 3 Your Warranty c is a A i baka uox cR a ee ee 4 FCC TD NOLICB 5 css Ress Dem ao ehe Da muera ter en emat e fe ode onda ad 4 Transmitter Functions 2 0 0 0 eee eee e 5 Standard Configurations ss doe ce Rte Wedd eral ete ld ews 5 Using Your System oresar cipet Teie ce ee eee eens 6 Amming A a ted Ade Sq eO SEO Rue 6 Disarming 0 e RA fe ac aig a Hee es ay ee ce 7 Disarming Without a Transmitter llle 7 Panic Made xs aeo a A auod qe 8 Silent Mode i e De er Rr REX UE mp RR RR RR Rex CS e 8 Valet Mode audeo Ene p be A e ire OUR ser UR cd ote ree 9 Remote Valete 2 sce tpe A ana 9 Nuisance Prevention Circuitry lese 10 Diagnostics ios is Pm 11 Arming Diagnostics us un x Big ae n E eo ene Pape ee eee woe SE 11 Disarming Diagnostics oseas touget ee ee ee ete eee 11 Table of Zones i c a eed sph be tbs teed ate deena die Gnade eee 12 Code Hopping
6. EWITH THIS EXCLUSION INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO THE EXCLU SION OF ANY AND ALL WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OR ANY AND ALL WAR RANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND OR ANY AND ALL WARRANTY OF NON INFRINGEMENT OF PATENTS IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND OR ABROAD NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR ANY ENTITIES CONNECTED THEREWITH SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCIDENTAL DAMAGES TOWING REPAIR REPLACEMENT DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF TIME LOSS OF EARNINGS COMMERCIAL LOSS LOSS OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND THE LIKE NOTWITHSTANDING THE ABOVE MANUFACTURER DOES OFFER A LIMITED WARRANTY TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THE CONTROL MODULE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty will last or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state IMPORTANT NOTE This product warranty is automatically void if its date code or serial number is defaced missing or altered This warranty will not be valid unless you have com pleted the warranty card and mailed it to Directed Electronics Inc within 10 days after purchase to the address listed on the warranty registration card Make sure you have all of the following information from your dealer A clear copy of the sales receipt showing the following
7. OTE Bypass Notification does not occur when the system is in Silent Mode or if the chirps have been programmed not to sound Disarming Diagnostics Your system has a Tamper Alert feature that notifies you of system triggers that occur while you are away from your vehicle If you hear four chirps when you disarm this indicates that the system 2001 Directed Electronics Inc 11 was triggered in your absence If you hear five chirps when you disarm this indicates that a specific zone was triggered so many times that the NPC has bypassed that zone In both cases the pattern of the flashing status LED indicates which zone was triggered see Table of Zones The LED does not however report when Warn Away Responses have activated it only reports Triggered Sequences The system retains this information in its memory and will continue to chirp four or five times each time the system is disarmed until the next time the ignition is turned on Table of Zones A zone is represented by the number of LED flashes used by the system to identify a particular type of input Standard input assign ments are listed in the following table along with spaces to write in any optional sensors or switches that you have had installed ZONE Number of DEALER INSTALLED LED Flashes DESCRIPTION OPTIONS 1 Instant trigger for optional hood or trunk pins 2 A heavier impact detected by the Shock Sensor 3 Door switch trigger 5 Ignition trigger
8. e at any time press g again Silent Mode Mode Use Silent Mode to temporarily turn off the arm or disarm chirps by briefly pressing D before either arming or disarming The confir mation chirp s will then be eliminated for that one operation only To permanently turn off the arm and disarm chirps contact your installation dealer NOTE The Warn Away Response to lighter impacts is bypassed if the system is armed using the Silent Mode This ensures that the siren does not chirp in an environment where you do not want chirps to be emitted The system is still capable of being triggered by heavier impacts only the Warn Away Response generated by light impacts is bypassed 8 2001 Directed Electronics Inc Valet Mode Valet Mode prevents your security system from arming and trig gering either automatically or with the remote transmitter In Valet Mode the system will not arm but all convenience functions remain operational This feature is useful when washing or servicing your vehicle You can access Valet Mode either manually or from the remote transmitter To enter or exit Valet Mode with the Valet switch 1 Turn the ignition on 9 oF 2 Turn the ignition off a Y 8 Press and release the Valet P EM 0 0 unu oa oup o Wu ecd s gt switch within 10 seconds No The status LED will light solidly if you are entering Valet Mode and will turn off if you are exiting Valet Mode Remote Valet Y
9. e of one year 2001 Directed Electronics Inc 3 under normal use When the battery begins to weaken the LED on the remote transmitter will light dimly and you will notice reduced operating range when using the remote transmitter Your Warranty D Your warranty card must be returned and the barcode serial number must not be removed If the warranty card is not returned no warranty will be honored on your unit It is also necessary to keep your proof of purchase which reflects that the product was installed by an authorized dealer Make sure you receive the warranty card from your dealer FCC ID Notice Notice This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any inter ference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this device Directed Electronics Inc 425R Series Tested to Comply C with FCC Standards DRW 336 4 2001 Directed Electronics Inc Transmitter Functions This system is programmable making it possible to assign any trans mitter button to any specific receiver function The remote initially comes programmed with Standard Configuration but may also be customized by an authorized dealer The butt
10. h the remote or passive arming auto matic arming 30 seconds after the last vehicle door is closed M Arming and disarming confirmation siren chirps can be pro grammed on or off M Siren tones and chirp volume The output of the Revenger Soft Chirp siren consists of six different tones in sequence The arming and disarming confirmation chirps can be pro grammed for full volume or six decibels quieter than full alarm blast Security amp Convenience Expansions Listed in this section are some of the many expansion options available for use with your system Please consult your dealer for a detailed explanation of all the available options 14 2001 Directed Electronics Inc Audio Sensor Metal on glass glass cracking and breaking glass each produce distinctive acoustic signatures The 506T audio sensor uses a microphone to detect these sounds and then analyzes them with proprietary acoustic software to determine if the glass has been tampered with or broken Backup Battery The 520T Backup Battery ensures that the system stays armed triggers the alarm and keeps the optional starter kill active if main battery power is disconnected Field Disturbance Sensor An invisible dome of coverage is estab lished by the 508D radar sensor Your security system will respond to any intrusions into this field by initiating the triggered sequence Power Trunk Release The w output of the system can operate a factory power release
11. have exited Valet Mode 18 2001 Directed Electronics Inc 19 e 10 asind 1no ur daay 03 a2ua18ja1 Asea pue 3 gt 1mb e 104 pjoJ pue eut pey1op Buoje 1n The company behind this system is Directed Electronics Inc Since its inception DEI has had one purpose to provide consumers with the finest vehicle security and car stereo products and accessories available The recipient of nearly 100 patents and Innovations Awards in the field of advanced electronic technology DEI is ISO 9001 registered Quality Directed Electronics products are sold and serviced throughout North America and around the world Call 800 274 0200 for more information about our products and services QS 9000 REGISTRATION NO 0 0 8 40 1 DEI is committed to delivering world class quality products and services that excite and delight our customers Diwan ELECTRONICS INC Vista CA 92083 www directed com 2001 Directed Electronics Inc All rights reserved G425R 4 01 Rev A 1 0
12. i Model 250 Owner s Guide Downloaded from http www guardianalarms net Limited Lifetime Consumer Warranty For a period of one calendar year from the date of purchase of this auto security device Directed Electronics Inc promises to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER to repair or replace with a comparable reconditioned model free of cost any electronic control module which proves to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use SO LONG AS THE SYSTEM WAS SOLD INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A PROFESSIONAL AUTO INSTALLER AND REMAINS IN THE CAR IN WHICH THE SYSTEM WAS ORIGINALLY INSTALLED If warranty service is necessary you must have a clear copy of your sales receipt containing all of the information shown on the following page After the first calendar year from the date of purchase of this auto security device Directed Electronics Inc promises to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER to repair or replace with a comparable reconditioned model any electronic control module which proves to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use FOR A CHARGE OF 45 00 SO LONG AS THE SYSTEM WAS SOLD INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A PRO FESSIONAL AUTO INSTALLER AND REMAINS IN THE CAR IN WHICH THE SYSTEM WAS ORIGINALLY INSTALLED If warranty service is necessary you must have a clear copy of your sales receipt containing all of the information shown on the following page This warranty contains the entire agreement relating to warranty and supersedes
13. n be provided through a sensor pinswitch or by existing systems in the vehicle such as ignition or courtesy lights LED A red light mounted inside the vehicle at a location deter mined by the installer The LED indicates the status of your system and also reports triggers and faults in the system or sensors Shock Sensor A dual stage shock sensor located on board the control module that detects impacts to the vehicle Siren A noise generating device usually installed in the engine compartment of the vehicle The siren generates the chirps and tones heard when the system is triggered Transmitter A hand held remote control that operates the various functions of the security system 16 O 2001 Directed Electronics Inc Trigger or Triggered Sequence The setting off or tripping of the alarm A Triggered Sequence consists of the siren sounding and the parking lights flashing for 30 seconds Valet Switch A small push button switch mounted inside the vehicle at a location determined by the installer This switch is used to override the alarm when a transmitter is lost or damaged or can be used to put the system into Valet Mode Warn Away Response Light impacts to the vehicle generate the Warn Away Response which consists of several seconds of siren chirps and flashing parking lights Zone A zone is a separate input that the alarm recognizes as unique Each input to the system is connected to a particular zone Two
14. ons in all of the instruc tions in this manual correspond to a Standard Configuration remote Standard Configuration Configuration Button I The arm disarm panic functions are usually controlled by 1 Button II Silent Mode Remote Valet and an optional auxiliary function such as trunk release are usually controlled by M Silent Mode and Remote Valet work by pressing D for less than one second An optional auxiliary output is controlled by pressing and holding i for 1 5 seconds This auxiliary output controls Buttons I and II A user assigned convenience or expansion option that you have added to your system can be activated by pressing a and D simultaneously This auxiliary output controls NOTE If using an optional four button remote the Standard Configuration may be assigned to buttons III and IV of the transmitter 2001 Directed Electronics Inc 5 Using Your System The buttons described in all instructions in this manual correspond to a standard configuration transmitter unless otherwise specified CTD You can arm the security system by pressing g for one second When the system arms you will hear a short siren sound chirp and the parking lights will flash once Once armed the status LED will flash once per second to indicate that the system is actively protecting your vehicle If you hear a second chirp after arming and notice that the status LED is flashing in a grouped pattern this signal
15. oooooooooooroonoror IIR 13 High Frequency eee ee ee RII 13 Programming Options eee eee eee eee 14 Security amp Convenience Expansions 0 00 e ee eee eee 14 Glossary Of Terms eer ata a es I aes 16 Quick Reference Guide Removable 00 00 0000 008 18 2001 Directed Electronics Inc 1 Standard Configuration LED Arm Silent Mode Disarm Remote Valet Panic Auxiliary Output Auxiliary Output 2001 Directed Electronics Inc What is Included MW A control module Two 2 button remote transmitters Stinger DoubleGuard dual stage shock sensor on board the control module A Revenger Soft Chirp six tone siren A Failsafe starter kill relay on board the control module A red status LED indicator light A push button Valet switch Important Information Congratulations on the purchase of your state of the art vehicle security system This system has been designed to provide years of trouble free operation By carefully reading this guide prior to using your system you will maximize the use of this product and its features Additional or replacement copies of this manual may be obtained by logging on to DET s website at www directed com System Maintenance Your vehicle security system has no specific maintenance require ments The remote transmitter is powered by a miniature 12V battery type GP23A which has an approximate lifetim
16. or more inputs may share the same zone 2001 Directed Electronics Inc 17 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Arming the system with your remote W Press of your transmitter for one second When the system arms you will hear a short siren sound or chirp and see the parking lights flash once Disarming the system with your remote W Press a again You will hear two chirps and the parking lights will flash twice Disarming the system without your remote Wi Turn on the ignition Press the Valet switch within 15 seconds The system should now disarm If it does not disarm you may have waited too long to press the Valet switch turn the ignition off and on and try again Silent Mode W Press D briefly before arming or disarming and the confirmation chirp s will be eliminated for that one operation only Panic Mode W Press q for 1 5 seconds and you will enter Panic Mode The siren will sound and the parking lights will flash for 30 seconds To stop Panic Mode at any time press q on the transmitter again To enter or exit Valet Mode with the Valet switch Wi Turn the ignition to the ON position then turn to the OFF position Press and release the Valet switch within 10 seconds Remote Valet E You can also enter or exit Valet Mode by using the remote transmitter First open any vehicle door Then press a Press iD Press a again The status LED will light solidly if you have entered Valet Mode and will turn off if you
17. ou can also enter or exit Valet Mode by using the remote transmitter 1 Open any vehicle door 2 Press o 3 Press 00 4 Press 1 again The status LED will light solidly if you have entered Valet Mode and will turn off if you have exited Valet Mode 2001 Directed Electronics Inc 9 Nuisance Prevention Circuitry Your security system has Nuisance Prevention Circuitry NPC to prevent annoying false alarms This circuitry is designed to prevent repetitive trigger sequences due to faulty door pinswitches or envi ronmental conditions such as thunder jackhammers airport noise etc Here s how it works If the alarm is triggered by the same sensor or switch three times within a 60 minute period your system inter prets this pattern of triggers as false alarms After the third trigger the NPC ignores or bypasses that sensor or switch along with any other sensors or switches sharing the same zone for 60 minutes If the bypassed sensor is triggered again while it is already being bypassed the 60 minute bypass period will start over This ensures that a sensor that is continually being triggered will remain bypassed The vehicle doors are protected differently by NPC If your security system is triggered by an open door for three full 30 second cycles one and one half minutes the system will bypass the doors until the trigger ceases NOTE Arming and disarming the system does not reset
18. s Bypass Notification Bypass Notification is described in detail in the Diagnostics section of this manual Your security system can also be programmed for Passive Arming With Passive Arming the system automatically arms itself 30 seconds after the ignition has been turned off and the last door has been closed During the 30 second Passive Arming countdown the status LED will flash twice as fast as it does when the system is armed NOTE If any protected entry point such as a door or switch protected trunk or hood is open Passive Arming will not engage Additionally each time a sensor is triggered during the Passive Arming countdown the countdown starts over Arming your system protects your vehicle in the following ways B Light impacts trigger a Warn Away response causing the siren to chirp and the parking lights to flash for a few seconds 6 O 2001 Directed Electronics Inc M Heavy impacts trip a trigger sequence which consists of the siren sounding continuously and the parking lights flashing for 30 seconds M Ifa door is opened the siren immediately starts chirping and the parking lights start flashing to provide an instant response Three seconds later the siren output changes to a continuous blast This two stage progressive response allows you time to disarm the security system with your remote transmitter in case the door is inadvertently opened while the system is armed E Turning on the ignition key triggers
19. the same two stage pro gressive response as opening a door MH The starter kill prevents the vehicle s starter from cranking Gaim II Press a to disarm the system when it is already armed Disarming is confirmed when the parking lights flash twice and the siren emits two chirps The status LED will also stop flashing The siren chirping either four or five times when disarming indicates Tamper Alert which is described in the Diagnostics section of this guide Disarming Without a Transmitter If your remote transmitter is lost or damaged you can manually disarm your vehicle security system To disarm the system without a transmitter you must have the vehicle s ignition key and know where the Valet switch is located Be sure to check with your installer at the time of installation for the location of the Valet switch 2001 Directed Electronics Inc 7 o 2 To disarm the security system Q turn the ignition key on and 0t 2 2 press and release the Valet J DN Ni switch within 15 seconds The system should now disarm If the system does not disarm you may have waited too long to press the Valet switch turn the ignition off and repeat the process Panic Mode If you are threatened in or near your vehicle you can press and hold a for 1 5 seconds to trigger Panic Mode on your security system and attract attention The siren will sound and the parking lights will flash for 30 seconds To stop the Panic Mod
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