Avital 2300 Automobile Alarm User Manual
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1. 10 Valet Mod sei sus ten tenant hands 10 Nuisance Prevention Circuitry 11 Diagnostics 2 2 asic sue see diese sea ase nes nine use nee seras 12 Arming Diagnostics nc ccc sas a nee etes set 12 Disarming Diagnostics 13 System Status CHUPSs s se de sen tendent Rene te eee en 13 Stealth Coding Technology 14 Tabla DELLE fo hots teed eek ne a et 14 High Frequency iia in Glace a ie wee das 15 Programming Options 15 Security amp Convenience Expansions 16 Installation Options 18 Glossary OF Terms ins sens is einer ess serre see ces 19 gt O 2004 Directed Electronics Inc 1 AVITAL 2004 Directed Electronics Inc AVITAL What is Included A control module Two 4 button remote remotes A impact sensor on board the control module A high powered siren A fault proof starter interrupt relay on board the control module An LED system status indicator 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 Syste2. Avital 2300 Owner s Guide 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 all previous and contemporaneous representation
3. Directed Electronic s 522T trunk release solenoid can be added in most cases Power Window Control Automatic power window control is provid ed 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 2004 Directed Electronics Inc 17 AVITAL Installation Options Installation options may require additional parts or labor Please consult your dealer Progressive Unlocking With electric power door locks the system can be configured so that when disarmed only the driver s door unlocks A second press of the disarm button within 15 seconds of disarming unlocks the remaining doors Horn Honk If connected the horn will sound if the alarm is either triggered by an intrusion or activated by Panic Mode In most vehi cles this feature requires that an additional relay be installed Interior Light Illumination The interior domelight can be configured to illuminate for 30 seconds after the alarm is disarmed If the sys tem is rearmed dur
4. been met a check for the insurance deductible up to 2 500 will be mailed within thirty 30 days Make sure you have all of the following information from your dealer A clear copy of the sales receipt showing the following 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 gt O 2004 Directed Electronics Inc 111 AVITAL Table of Contents Limited Lifetime Consumer Warranty i System Maintenance 2 2648 88 danses We a Ra eau 3 What is Included daa ee Se hehe he Seas eRe tons 3 Important Information 3 FCC ID Notice c a a nas leah ecb ea ga 4 Your Warranty st sis id do ad ai daa ara 4 Remote Functions s ss sseos 5 Standard Configuration 5 Using Your System eris s 46 eve sue esse etes hee ee ee eas 6 AFIN en die eu nee ce a ec ee a eee eos dede 6 Arming without remote sens au eater aes ei aaa 7 Disarming Without a Remote 8 D S LULU PR A Ge a een et be eee 8 Remote Controlled Silent Arm Disarm 9 Panic 019 iii a di 9 Remote Controlled Valet
5. switch within 15 seconds The hie eee a system should now disarm If the system does not disarm you may 8 2004 Directed Electronics Inc AVITAL have waited too long to press the Valet switch turn the ignition off and repeat the process Location of Valet Switch f Panic Mode Mode If you are threatened in or near your vehicle you can press 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 Panic Mode at any time press A or a on the remote Remote Controlled Silent Arm Disarm Use the remote controlled silent arm disarm to temporarily turn off the arm or disarm chirps by briefly pressing B before press ing E or a The confirmation 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 sys tem is armed using the silent arm disarm 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 2004 Directed Electronics Inc 9 AVITAL Valet Mode Valet Mode prevents your security system from arming and triggering either automatically or with the remot
6. 0 days of purchase 3 At the time of the theft the system was fully functional and not in valet mode 4 The vehicle and its contents were insured at the time of the theft 5 The insurance company and the police have been notified and a written stolen vehicle report was issued by the Police Department 6 No less than thirty 30 days after the police report was issued you mail Directed Electronics Inc clear photocopies of the following documents a Proof of Purchase OR provide the system model and name of the company that installed the system The stolen vehicle report issued by the police c Insurance coverage documents for the stolen vehicle clearly showing all the details including the vehicle identification number and the insurance deductible amount d A dated declaration signed by you the owner of the vehicle attesting that the vehicle has been stolen for more than thirty 30 days and has not been recovered ji 2004 Directed Electronics Inc AVITAL This vehicle theft protection is effective for one 1 year from the date of purchase and is limited to one claim This vehicle theft protection guarantee is valid only for the theft of the entire vehicle and specifically excludes any other considerations including but not limited to damage caused to the vehicle theft of parts contents or any other consequential damages Once Avital Technologies verifies that all the above listed terms and conditions have
7. 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 2 500 Limited Theft Protection Guarantee Terms and Conditions Available only in the USA In the event that your vehicle is stolen and not recovered Directed Electronics Inc will refund to the original pur chaser of the Avital system up to 2 500 of your insurance deductible This vehicle protection guarantee is valid only if 1 The installation was performed by an authorized Avital dealer 2 The warranty registration card is completed and mailed within ten 1
8. ble to assign any remote button to any specific receiver function The remote initially comes programmed with Standard Configuration but may also be customized by an authorized dealer Standard Configuration Configuration a Button Pressing E arms the security system and locks the vehicle doors if connected a Button Pressing a disarms the security system and unlocks the vehicle doors if connected If configured for progressive unlocking pressing a will only unlock the driver s door and a second press of a will unlock the remaining passenger doors R Button Trunk release and silent arm disarm are controlled by pressing B The trunk release is controlled by pressing and holding for 1 5 seconds Button Pressing and holding for 1 5 seconds activates the Panic Mode 2004 Directed Electronics Inc 5 AVITAL 8 and d Buttons An optional accessory can be activated by pressing amp and a simultaneously This accessory output controls and Buttons Another optional accessory can be activated by pressing and Ok simultaneously This accessory output controls Using Your System The buttons described in all instructions in this manual correspond to a standard configuration remote unless otherwise specified GER You can arm the security system by pressing for one second When the system arms the siren will chirp and the parking lights will flash once If the power door locks are c
9. d unlock when the ignition is turned off The system also prevents the doors from locking when the ignition is turned on while any vehicle door is open Security amp Convenience Expansions Listed below 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 Audio Sensor Metal on glass glass cracking and breaking glass 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 interrupt active if main battery power is disconnected Field Disturbance Sensor An invisible dome of coverage is estab lished by the 508D radar sensor The security system will respond to any intrusions into this field by initiating the triggered sequence Power Locks This system offers lock outputs that can control some 16 2004 Directed Electronics Inc AVITAL manufacturers power door lock systems For other systems addi tional parts may be required Power Trunk Release The imp output of the system can operate a factory power release for the vehicle s trunk or hatch An optional relay is required If the factory release is not power activated then
10. e In Valet Mode the system will not arm but all convenience functions door locks trunk release etc remain operational This feature is useful when washing or servicing your vehicle You can access Valet Mode either manually or from the remote To enter or exit Valet Mode with the Valet switch 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Turn the ignition off AN 3 Press and release the D Valet switch within 10 seconds ons The status LED will light solidly if you are entering Valet Mode and will turn off if you are exiting Valet Mode Remote Controlled Valet You can also enter or exit Valet Mode by using the remote 1 Open any vehicle door 2 Press a 3 Press a 4 Press amp again 10 2004 Directed Electronics Inc AVITAL The status LED will light solidly if you have entered Valet Mode and will turn off if you have exited Valet Mode 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 interprets this pattern of triggers as false alarms After the third trigger NPC ignores or bypasses that sensor or switch along w
11. e of the vehicle If however the remote is pressed many times out of range or the battery is removed the remote may get temporarily out of sync and fail to operate the system To resyn 14 O 2004 Directed Electronics Inc AVITAL chronize the remote simply press amp several times within range of the vehicle The system will automatically resynchronize and the remote 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 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 fac tory default settings in bold M Active arming only with the remote or passive arming auto matic arming 30 seconds after the last vehicle door is closed M Active door locking only when arming with the remote or passive door locking selectable only when Passive Arming has been programmed M Arming and disarming confirmation siren chirps can be pro 2004 Directed Electronics Inc 15 AVITAL grammed on or off E Ignition controlled door lock feature on or off With this fea ture on the doors will lock three seconds after the ignition key is turned on an
12. ics Inc 19 AVITAL Remote hand held transmitter control that operates the various functions of the security system 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 remote 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 or more inputs may share the same zone 20 2004 Directed Electronics Inc AVITAL Cut along dotted line and fold for a quick and easy reference to keep in your purse or wallet ee ee QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE To arm using your remote E Press a of your remote for one second When the system arms you will hear a short siren sound or chirp and see the parking lights flash once If the vehicle s power door locks are controlled by the system the doors will Lock Disarming M Press a again You will hear two chirps and the parking lights will flash twice If the power door locks are controlled by the s
13. ing that 30 second period the interior light illu mination will terminate until the alarm is disarmed once again 18 2004 Directed Electronics Inc AVITAL Glossary of Terms Control Module The brain of your security system Usually hid den underneath the dash area of the vehicle It houses the micro processor that monitors your vehicle and controls all of the secu rity system s functions Fault Proof Starter Interrupt Located on board the control mod ule this is an automatic switch controlled by the security system that prevents the vehicle s starter from cranking whenever the security system is armed The vehicle is never prevented from cranking when the security system is disarmed in Valet Mode or if the starter interrupt fails Input Any physical connection to the security system An input can 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 sys tem 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 O 2004 Directed Electron
14. ith 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 ensuring that a sensor that is continually being triggered will remain bypassed The vehicle doors are protected differently by NPC If your secu rity 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 2004 Directed Electronics Inc 11 AVITAL NOTE Arming and disarming the system does not reset 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 igni tion key on 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 trig gers 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
15. m Maintenance Maintenance Your vehicle security system has no specific maintenance require ments The remote is powered by a lightweight 3 volt lithium battery that will last approximately one year under normal use When the battery begins to weaken the LED on the remote will dim and you will notice reduced operating range when using the 2004 Directed Electronics Inc 3 AVITAL remote To access the battery for replacement remove the rear cover of the remote with a small flat blade screwdriver Your Warranty Warranty Your warranty card must be returned and the barcode serial num ber 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 war ranty 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 interference received including interference that may cause undesirable operation Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this device 4 2004 Directed Electronics Inc AVITAL Remote Functions This system is programmable making it possi
16. ng 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 in 2004 Directed Electronics Inc 7 AVITAL case the door is inadvertently opened while the system is armed M Turning on the ignition key triggers the same two stage pro gressive response as opening a door M The starter interrupt prevents the vehicle s starter from cranking Disarming Press a to disarm the security system If the power locks are con trolled by the system the doors will also unlock Disarming is confirmed when the parking lights flash twice and the siren chirps twice If the siren chirps more than two times and the LED contin ues to flash after pressing the a button the system was triggered in your absence Refer to the disarming diagnostics section to determine the cause Disarming Without a Remote If your remote is lost or damaged you can manually disarm the security system To disarm the system without a remote 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 instal lation for the location of the Valet switch To disarm the security system turn the ignition key on and press the AN Valet
17. on System Status Chirps Status Chirps The siren will chirp when arming disarming the system The pattern of chirps will audibly report the system s status as described below Action Number of Chirps Description Arm 1 System armed Arm 1 3 second delay 1 System armed with Bypass Notification Disarm 2 System disarmed Disarm 4 System disarmed with Tamper Alert Disarm 5 System disarmed NPC active 2004 Directed Electronics Inc 13 AVITAL Table of Zones 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 on board shock sensor 3 Door switch trigger 5 Ignition trigger NOTE The LED does not report when the warn away response has been activated it only reports triggered sequences Stealth Coding Technology The receiver and remote use mathematical formulas called algo rithms to change their codes each time the remote is used This Stealth Coding Technology has been developed to increase the security of the unit By following this set code sequence the receiver and remote stay synchronized even if the remote is used out of rang
18. ontrolled by the sys tem the doors will also lock 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 6 2004 Directed Electronics Inc AVITAL that the status LED is flashing in a grouped pattern this signals Bypass Notification Bypass Notification is described in detail in the Diagnostics section of this manual TUEUR without remote Your security system can also be programmed for Passive Arming With Passive Arming the system automatically arms itself 30 sec onds after the ignition has been turned off and the last protected entry has been closed During the 30 second Passive Arming count down the status LED will flash twice as fast as it does when the sys tem is armed If the system is programmed for Passive Arming care must be taken to prevent the keys from being locked in the vehicle NOTE If any protected entry point such as a door or switch protected trunk or hood is open Passive Arming will not engage If a protected entry is opened during passive arming the countdown starts over Arming the security system protects your vehicle in the following ways M Light impacts trigger a warn away response causing the siren to chirp and the parking lights to flash for a few seconds M Heavy impacts trip a trigger sequence which consists of the siren sounding continuously and the parking lights flashi
19. s or understandings whether written or oral IN ANY EVENT DIRECTED ELECTRONICS INC 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 lt gt 2004 Directed Electronics Inc i AVITAL 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 THEREWITH
20. the field of advanced electronic technology Directed Electronics Inc 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 DEI is an 150 9001 registered company Directed Electronics Inc is committed to delivering world class quality products and services that excite and delight our customers driven to excel Direccted ELECTRONICS INC Vista CA 92081 www directed com 2004 Directed Electronics Inc All rights reserved G2300 06 04
21. 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 sys tem 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 sec onds after the light turns off however normal monitoring resumes NOTE Bypass Notification does not occur when the system is in silent arm disarm mode or if the chirps have been programmed not to sound 12 2004 Directed Electronics Inc AVITAL Disarming Diagnostics 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 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 system retains this information in its memory and will continue to chirp four or five times each time the system is dis armed until the next time the ignition is turned
22. ystem the doors will unlock Disarming without a remote M Turn on the ignition Press the Valet switch within 15 seconds The sys tem 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 Remote controlled silent arm disarm M Press briefly before arming or disarming and the confirmation chirp s will be eliminated for that one operation only Panic Mode M Press Ok 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 on the remote again To enter or exit Valet Mode with the Valet switch M Turn the ignition to the ON position then turn to the OFF position Press and release the Valet switch within 10 seconds Remote controlled Valet E You can also enter or exit Valet Mode by using the remote remote First open any vehicle door Then press A Press a Press A again The status LED will light solidly if you have entered Valet Mode and will turn off if you have exited Valet Mode lt gt 2004 Directed Electronics Inc 21 AVITAL The company behind this system is Directed Electronics Inc Since its inception Directed Electronics Inc has had one purpose to provide con sumers with the finest vehicle security and car stereo products and accessories avail able The recipient of nearly 100 patents and Innovations Awards in
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