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Directed Electronics Automate 553 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Model 553 Owner's Guide...
  • Page 2 The warranty does not cover damage to the unit caused by installation or removal of the unit. DEI, in its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes excessive damage and may refuse the return of any unit with excessive damage.
  • Page 3 DEI does not and has not authorized any person or entity to create for it any other obligation, promise, duty or obligation in connection with this security system.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Limited Lifetime Consumer Warranty ....... . i What Is Included .
  • Page 5 Standard Configuration 1999 Directed Electronics, Inc. ©...

  • Page 6: What Is Included

    What is Included A control module An XHF receiver/antenna Two four-button transmitters A Stinger ™ DoubleGuard ® A Revenger ™ Soft Chirp ™ six-tone programmable siren A red status LED indicator light A push-button Valet ® switch Your warranty registration FailSafe ®...

  • Page 7: System Maintenance

    System Maintenance This system requires no specific maintenance. Your remote is pow- ered by a miniature 3-volt battery, type 2032, that lasts approxi- mately one year under normal use. When the battery weakens, the LED on the remote will dim and operating range will be reduced. Your Warranty Your warranty registration must be completely filled out and returned within 10 days of purchase.

  • Page 8: Transmitter Functions

    Transmitter Functions The receiver uses a computer-based Learn Routine to learn the transmitter buttons. This makes it possible to assign any transmit- ter button to any receiver function. The transmitter initially comes programmed with Standard Configuration, but may also be cus- tomized by an authorized dealer.

  • Page 9: Using Your System

    The following safety warnings must be observed at all times: Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this product must only be performed by an authorized DEI dealer. When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control transmitter.
  • Page 10 This testing should be performed by an authorized DEI dealer in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in the product installation guide.

  • Page 11: Arming

    DEI dealer. OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE STARTS IN GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF OPERATION. OPERATING THE REMOTE START SYSTEM UNDER THESE CONDITIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
  • Page 12 sive arming countdown, the status LED will flash twice as fast as it does when the system is armed. At the 20-second point of the countdown, the siren will chirp to indicate that the system is about to arm. At the 30-second point, the parking lights will flash to indicate that the system is armed.

  • Page 13: Multi-Level Security Arming

    Multi-Level Security Arming Multi-Level Security Arming allows you to select which of the sys- tem's inputs or sensors will be active or bypassed when the system is armed. (See Table of Zones in this guide.) Pressing in Standard Configuration) again within five seconds of arming the system will activate the Multi-Level Security feature.

  • Page 14: Arming While Driving

    Arming While Driving Your system can be armed while driving the vehicle! Simply press while the vehicle is running. The siren will chirp once to indicate that the security system is armed, and then once more to indicate that the ignition is on. The system will not respond to any input except the door triggers, and the starter kill relay (if installed) will not be activated.

  • Page 15: Disarming Without A Transmitter

    are unable to visually check the vehicle. This feature allows you to silence and reset the security system when it is triggered, without having to disarm the system. Disarming Without a Transmitter If your remote transmitter is lost or damaged, you can manually disarm your vehicle security system.

  • Page 16: Silent Mode

    Silent Mode Use the Silent Mode to temporarily turn off the arm or disarm con- firmation chirps by briefly pressing disarming the security system. The confirmation chirp(s) will then be eliminated for that one operation only. To permanently turn off the arm and disarm confirmation chirps, contact your installation dealer.

  • Page 17: Remote Valet

    To enter or exit Valet use the same procedure: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Turn the ignition off. 3. Press and release the Valet ® switch within 10 seconds. The status LED will light steadily to indicate that you have entered Valet ®...
  • Page 18 is desired, the climate controls must be preset, and the fan blower must be set to the desired level prior to remote starting the vehicle. IMPORTANT! (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with the vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with the key in the ignition. Pressing at the same time will begin the remote start sequence.

  • Page 19: Shutting Down The Remote Start System

    Shutting Down The Remote Start System Pressing again, during remote start operation, will shut down the remote start system and the vehicle engine will turn off. You can also shut down the remote start system by pressing on the brake pedal. You may want to enter the vehicle and drive it without shutting off the motor.

  • Page 20: Timer Mode

    To perform Valet ® Take-Over, before turning off the engine: Press and release and release the optional Momentary switch). Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. (The engine will stay running.) The engine will run until the programmed time elapses or a shut down input is received.

  • Page 21: Disabling The Remote Start System

    The vehicle engine may be allowed to run for its pre-programmed time period, or it can be shut down while running during Timer Mode operation by pressing again. In either case, the vehicle will restart every three hours for a total of six operation cycles. If the system receives a shut-down input while the engine is running in Timer Mode, the engine will stop, but will restart, on schedule, again in three hours! To exit Timer Mode:...

  • Page 22: Nuisance Prevention Circuitry

    Nuisance Prevention Circuitry Your system has DEI's Nuisance Prevention Circuitry vents annoying repetitive trigger sequences due to faulty door pin switches or environmental conditions such as thunder, jackham- mers, airport noise, etc. Example: The alarm triggers three times. Each time, the same sen- sor or switch is triggering the alarm.

  • Page 23: Safety Features

    Safety Features This system has several important safety features to ensure proper operation of the motor and prevent accidental damage to the engine or its components. Over and Under Rev Protection The system monitors the engine speed and will automatically shut the engine off if the RPMs rise above or fall below the programmed levels.

  • Page 24: Starter Anti-Grind Circuitry

    Starter Anti-Grind Circuitry Whenever the vehicle is remote started, advanced anti-grind cir- cuitry will prevent the starter from engaging, even if the key is turned to the start position. This prevents damage to the starter motor if the key is turned to the start position during remote start operation.

  • Page 25: Disarming Diagnostics

    the security system ignores the input that was active when the system was armed, until that input ceases. Three seconds after that input ceases, the security system will resume normal moni- toring. For example, if your vehicle has an interior light exit delay and you arm your security system before the interior light turns off, you may hear a second Bypass Notification chirp.

  • Page 26: Table Of Zones

    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 assignments are listed below, along with spaces to write in any optional sensors or switches that have been installed. If the Warn Away ®...

  • Page 27: Code Hopping

    Code Hopping The receiver and transmitters use a mathematical formula called an algorithm to change their code each time the transmitter is used. This technology has been developed to increase the security of the unit. The control unit knows what the next codes should be. This helps to keep the transmitter “in sync”...

  • Page 28: Owner Recognition

    Owner Recognition Owner Recognition is a revolutionary new feature available only from DEI ® . Using a DEI ® Bitwriter, hand-held programming tool, your dealer can program many of the system settings. The pro- grammer makes it possible to program different settings for each transmitter that is used with the system.

  • Page 29: Power Saver Mode

    Power Saver Mode Your system will automatically enter Power Saver Mode while armed or in Valet ® Mode, after a period of time in which no oper- ation has been performed. This lowers the current draw on the vehicle's battery and prevents the system from draining the bat- tery.

  • Page 30: Programming Options

    If your installer is program- ming the security system with the DEI sonal computer and the TechSoft and unlock are independent features and can be pro- grammed separately.
  • Page 31 Some states have laws regulating how long a security system can sound before it is considered a nuisance. If your installer is programming the security system with the DEI puter and the TechSoft response can be programmed for any duration ranging from 1 to 180 seconds.
  • Page 32 later, the starter will be disabled. To start the car, it will be necessary to arm the car with the remote and then disarm it with the remote. It is also possible to disarm the AED feature by turning the ignition key to the “run” position and press- ing the Valet ®...

  • Page 33: Security & Convenience Expansions

    If the factory release is not power- activated, the DEI's 522T trunk release solenoid often can be added. Power Locks: This system offers lock outputs to control some manu- facturers' power door lock systems.

  • Page 34: Glossary Of Terms

    Power Window Control: Automatic power window control is provided with the 529T and 530T systems. These can operate power windows by rolling them up automatically when the system is armed, rolling them down, or rolling them both up and down. Glossary of Terms Control Unit: The “brain”...
  • Page 35 Shock Sensor: This system is packaged with a Stinger ™ DoubleGuard ® shock sensor. This sensor is mounted in the vehicle and designed to pick up impacts to the vehicle or glass. Siren: Noise generating device usually installed in the engine compartment of the vehicle.

  • Page 36: Quick Reference Guide

    QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE: Arming s To arm, press . When the system arms, you will hear a short chirp, and the parking lights will flash once. Arming while driving s To arm the system while driving, press the vehicle is running. The system will chirp once and then once more to indicate that the ignition is on.
  • Page 37 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.

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