AMX 78 User's Manual
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1. disconnects the battery while the alarm is disarmed or in Protected Valet Mode he won t trigger the alarm when he reconnects the battery Yet 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 Automatic Malfunction O verride 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 parking light flashes How to Interpret the Chirps and Parking Light Flashes When you press the remote control buttons the system will respond with chirps and flashes of the parking lights to indicate the system status An explanation of these chirp flash acknowledgments is listed below Number of chirps and flashes Explanation 1 chirp 1 flash Disarming of the alarm 2 chirps 2 flashes Arming of the alarm 2 chirps and 2 flashes then 4 chirps Armed and there is a sensor malfunction and 4 flashes automatically bypassed 3 chirps 3 flashes Disarmed and there was an intrusion attempt 4 chirps 4 flashes Wie O un AMX78 3 O wner s Manual 0399 U ser 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 Your system also allows you to add new remote controls in one step2. 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 page 9 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 O FF position 8 Repeat steps 1 7 for any other feature you wish to program AMX78 3 O wner s Manual 0399 Programming Table for Alarm Features Factory of E Feature Setting Chirps Secondary Action Active Passive Passive 4 Wait 3 seconds the siren chirps once for Active Arming or twice for Passive Passive Door Lock OFF 5 Wait 3 seconds the siren chirps once for O FF or twice for ON Passive Arming Chirp Light Flash ON j
3. or radio interference weather conditions cellular transmissions window tint 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 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 Electronic Scan Prevention ESP Your system also includes ESP which blocks electronic scanner codes preventing unauthorized operation of your system AMX78 3 Owner s Manual 0399 Instant Remote Control Code D eletion In the event of a lost or stolen remote control all remote controls can be erased from the system memory preventing unauthorized system operation See the Programming Table for Remote Controls on page 9 O ne Step Remote Control Code Learning The system allows you to add new remote controls in one step See the Programming Table for Remote Controls on page 9 Valet Switch The valet switch is a small hidden toggle switch which allows you to control all of the system programmable features See U ser Programmable Features on page 9 This switch can only be controlled with the use of your ignition key NOTE Be sure to have your dealer show you where the valet swi
4. AMX 5 SECURITY Vehicle Security System Owner s Manual AMX78 3 Owner s Manual 0399 AMX78 3 O wner s Manual 0399 Important Information About Your AMX78 System Congratulations on your purchase of the AM X78 vehicle security system manufactured by Prime Security To fully benefit from the capabilities of your AMX78 system we encourage you to read the O wner s Manual thoroughly If you have any problems or questions regarding your system consult the dealer from whom you purchased this product To locate an authorized Prime dealer contact Prime Security directly at 1 800 253 0334 toll free within the U S or 1 847 215 2233 Lifetime Warranty Prime guarantees the operation of your system control unit and remote controls for as long as you own your car Please refer to your Lifetime Limited Warranty Card for complete information Make sure that you receive your warranty card from your dealer complete the required information and mail the registration portion to Prime Security You should retain the top portion of the warranty card for your records Remote Controls Included with your system are two AviGlo 4 button 9 channel remote controls O nce exposed to light the AviGlo remote control buttons will glow making the buttons visible in the dark Each of the pair of remote controls is a miniature radio transmitter powered by a 12 volt battery with a typical range of up to 100 feet O bstructions electrical
5. Wait 3 sen once for O FF Confirmation i Long Term Silent ON 8 Wait 3 seconds the siren chirps once for O FF Arm Disarm or twice for ON Ignition Controlled ON 9 Wait 3 seconds the siren chirps once for O FF Lock U nlock or twice for ON Programming Table for Remote Controls Factory of E Feature Setting Chirps Secondary Action Arm Disarm Remote ARM DISARM 12 Press the ARM DISARM button The Panic BUTTON siren will chirp once for confirmation Trunk Release TRUNK Button 13 Press the TRUN K button The siren will chirp twice for confirmation Silent Arm D isarm SILENT Button 14 Press the SILEN T button The siren will chirp 3 times for confirmation OPTION Press the OPTION button The siren will Accessory Output Button da chirp 4 times for confirmation Press the ARM DISARM button The Pi o oop 16 siren will chirp 4 times Remote control 9 will operate at factory preset order Wait 3 seconds The siren will chirp Instant Code 17 twice All remote controls are erased Deletion from memory AMX78 3 O wner s Manual 0399 SECURITY 1999 Prime Security Part Number 31 1355 AMX78 3 Owner s Manual 0399
6. es additional module Zone Impact Sensor The Zone Impact Sensor has two individual vibration impact sensing zones Zone 1 If a less threatening vibration or impact is detected the siren will issue 2 warn away chirps A second violation will also issue 2 warn away chirps A third violation will within 30 seconds automatically activate the alarm The siren will sound and the lights will flash Zone 2 If a more threatening vibration or impact is detected at any time the siren and lights will activate instantly Previous Intrusion Alert If the vehicle had been tampered with and the alarm had been triggered the siren will chirp 3 times upon remote disarm instead of the usual 1 chirp Specific 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 the ignition ON the LED will flash in cycles to specifically identify which zone triggered the alarm LED Zone 1 flash 1 flash Impact sensor 2 flashes 2 flashes Hood trunk trigger 3 flashes 3 flashes Door trigger AMX78 3 Owner s Manual 0399 Alarm State Memory If your vehicle battery is disconnected and later reconnected the system will automatically return to its last state before power was removed whether it was armed disarmed or in Protected Valet Mode For example if a mechanic
7. he valet switch to the ON position 3 The LED will tum on solid red to indicate the system is in the Protected Valet M ode 4 Turn the ignition key to the O FF position To Turn off Protected Valet Mode 1 Turn the ignition key to the ON position or start the engine 2 Flick the valet switch to the O FF position 3 The LED will tum off to indicate the system is no longer in the Protected Valet M ode 4 Turn the ignition key to the O FF position LED System Status Indicator The LED on your vehicles dashboard or center console will inform you of the system status LED Status off System is disarmed On solid In Protected Valet M ode Slow flash System is armed Flashing in cycles See Specific Intrusion Identification on page 6 Rapid flash Passive arming Remote Controlled Trunk Release Capability If you have the optional Trunk Release installed simply press the remote control TRU NK button for 1 2 seconds to activate your vehicle electronic trunk release The trunk will pop open may require an optional relay AMX78 3 O wner s Manual 0399 Remote Controlled Accessory O utput This output allows you to add an optional remote controlled accessory to your system such as a remote engine starter window roll up garage door opener or fuel door release To activate your optional accessory press the O PTION button on your remote control Requir
8. ll be enabled Remote Controlled Silent Arm Disarm Press the remote SILENT button for 1 2 seconds to arm or disarm your system without the usual siren chirps Silent Arm Indications The parking lights will flash twice the doors will lock the starter will be disabled and the LED will flash slowly Silent Disarm Indications The parking lights will flash once the doors will unlock the starter will be enabled and the LED will turn off AMX78 3 Owner s Manual 0399 User Programmable Long Term Silent Arm D isarm This feature allows you to completely disable the arm disarm siren chirps until you decide to restore them See the Programming Table for System Features on page 9 Remote Panic with Safety Locks In a threatening situation you can activate Remote Panic with Safety Locks When activated the siren will sound and the parking lights will flash If you are inside your vehicle and the ignition key is ON the doors will lock If you are outside the vehicle with the ignition key OFF the doors will unlock To Activate 1 Press the remote control ARM DISARM button for 3 4 seconds 2 The siren will sound and the parking lights will flash 3 If the ignition key is OFF the doors will unlock If the ignition key is ON the doors will lock To Deactivate 1 Press the remote control ARM DISARM button for 1 2 seconds 2 The siren will shut off and the parking lights will stop flashing Inte
9. rior Light Illumination When the alarm system is remotely disarmed the vehicle interior light s will turn on for 30 seconds or until the ignition key is turned on U ser Programmable Passive D oor Lock Your system will not automatically lock the doors when the alarm passively arms to prevent the keys and remote from being locked in the vehicle If you prefer you can easily program the alarm to automatically lock the doors every time the alarm passive arms See the Programming Table for System Features on page 9 User Programmable Ignition Controlled Door Lock Unlock For the ultimate in security and convenience your system is programmed to automatically lock your doors when the ignition key is turned ON or the engine is started and will unlock when the ignition key is turned OFF This feature can be programmed ON or OFF See the Programming Table for System Features on page 9 AMX78 3 Owner s Manual 0399 Protected Valet Mode You should place your system in Protected Valet Mode whenever your vehicle is being serviced by mechanics car wash personnel or driven by valet parking attendants While in the Protected Valet Mode all alarm functions are bypassed to prevent unauthorized or accidental arming Remote controlled door lock unlock trunk release and all optional accessories will still operate To Turn on Protected Valet Mode 1 Turn the ignition key to the ON position or start the engine 2 Flick t
10. tch is located AMX78 3 Owner s Manual 0399 O perating Your System To 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 if you forget to arm the alarm with the remote control the alarm will automatically arm itself 30 seconds after the doors have been closed and the interior lights have turned off See the Programming Table for System Features on page 9 Active Arming Press the remote ARM DISARM button for 1 2 seconds 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 If your system was installed with the door lock unlock feature All other door lock unlock related features will apply Passive Arming Turn the ignition key OFF exit the vehicle and close the doors When the interior lights turn off the LED will begin flashing rapidly to indicate the alarm is passive arming After 30 seconds the siren will chirp twice the parking lights will flash twice the LED will flash slowly and the starter will be disabled at any time during passive arming the alarm can be actively armed To Disarm the System Press the remote ARM DISARM button 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 the LED will turn off and the starter wi
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