Radio Shack TD-1500 Owner's Manual
Radio Shack TD-1500 Owner's Manual

Radio Shack TD-1500 Owner's Manual

Auto theft deterrent system

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49-851.fm Page 1 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM
49-851
Cat. No.
OWNER'S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
TD-1500
Auto Theft Deterrent System

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  • Page 1 49-851.fm Page 1 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM 49-851 Cat. No. OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. TD-1500 Auto Theft Deterrent System...
  • Page 2: Before You Begin

    49-851.fm Page 2 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM INTRODUCTION The TD-1500 Auto Theft Deterrent System is a starter disable module that helps prevent auto theft or unauthorized vehicle use. It quickly connects to your vehicle’s ignition system, and has an easy-to-use remote for arming and disarming. The armed indicator shows when the system is on, to deter would-be thieves from attempting to break in.
  • Page 3: Included Items

    49-851.fm Page 3 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM INCLUDED ITEMS Your TD-1500 includes the following items. Be sure you have all items before you begin installation. Wiring Harness Main System Status Indicator with Bracket and Harness Two-Button Remote Double-Sided Tape...
  • Page 4: Installing The System

    49-851.fm Page 4 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM INSTALLING THE SYSTEM As you install the system, see the “Wiring Diagram” on Page 11. CONNECTING TO THE STARTER WIRES The starter wire connects the ignition switch to the starter so- lenoid.
  • Page 5 49-851.fm Page 5 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM 4. Start your vehicle. The test light should light or the meter should indicate voltage only while the engine is crank- ing (not while it is stopped or running). 5. If the test fails, contact the Auto Security Helpline at 1- 800-598-2527 for assistance in finding the correct wire.
  • Page 6: Connecting To Power

    49-851.fm Page 6 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM CONNECTING TO POWER 1. Touch the negative lead from a 12-volt test light or DC voltmeter to a metal part of your vehicle and use the pos- itive lead (with a wire-piercing probe adapter) to probe for an existing wire that has 12 volts when your vehicle’s ignition is off.
  • Page 7: Mounting The System

    49-851.fm Page 7 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM 2. If you are using the supplied bracket, clean the mounting surface with denatured alcohol and allow it to dry. Peel the backing off of one side of the double-sided tape and press it onto the bottom of the bracket. Then peel off the adhesive backing from the other side of the tape and press the bracket onto the dash.
  • Page 8: Using The System

    49-851.fm Page 8 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM USING THE SYSTEM ACTIVATING THE REMOTE CONTROL You must train the system to respond to the supplied remote control. To activate the remote control, immediately after ap- plying power, press DISARM on the remote. The system beeps twice.
  • Page 9: Care And Maintenance

    49-851.fm Page 9 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM CARE AND MAINTENANCE To enjoy your starter kill module for a long time: • Keep the module dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immedi- ately. • Handle the module gently and carefully. Don’t drop it. Modifying or tampering with the starter kill module’s internal components can cause a malfunction and invalidate its war- ranty.
  • Page 10: Specifications

    49-851.fm Page 10 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM SPECIFICATIONS System Power ......9–16 Volts DC Current Draw ..... . 22 mA (Disarmed) Maximum Switched Current .
  • Page 11: Wiring Diagram

    49-851.fm Page 11 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM WIRING DIAGRAM Power Harness Yellow — Antenna Red — +12 Volts Black — Ground To the Starter Solenoid Cut the wire going from the Ignition Switch to the Starter Solenoid. To the Ignition Switch...
  • Page 12 49-851.fm Page 12 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:56 AM RadioShack Limited Warranty This security product is warranted against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for ninety (90) days from the date of pur- chase from RadioShack company owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers.

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