Avital Maxx 1 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 A U T O S E C U R I T Y S Y S T E M ® M O D E L O W N E R’ S G U I D E MAXX1...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Consumer Warranty ....3 What Is Included....5 Important Information..5 Your Warranty.
  • Page 3: Consumer Warranty

    This warranty contains the entire agreement relating to warranty and supersedes 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.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5: What Is Included

    Important Information Congratulations on your purchase of the Thatcham Evaluated Avital Maxx 1 vehicle security/convenience system. To fully benefit from the capabilities of your system, we encourage you to read the Owner’s Guide thoroughly. If you have any problems or questions, consult the dealer you purchased the system from.
  • Page 6: Your Warranty

    Your Warranty It is necessary to retain your proof of purchase, which reflects that the product was installed by an authorised dealer. For full details regarding your warranty coverage, please refer to the Consumer Warranty section of this guide. Remote Controls Included with your system: two AviGlo 2-button/3-channel remote controls.
  • Page 7: System Maintenance

    System Maintenance The Maxx 1 system requires no maintenance except for remote con- trol battery replacement when they reach the end of their useful life. When the battery weakens, operating range will be reduced and the LED will dim. To replace your remote control battery use the following procedure.
  • Page 8: System Features

    A thief could use an electronic “scanner” to con- tinuously scan through thousands of different transmitter codes in an attempt to find one that will disarm your system. Your Maxx 1 system uses ESP technology to render this type of attack useless.
  • Page 9: Valet Switch

    Ultrasonic Sensors Your Maxx 1 security system incorporates two Ultrasonic sensors, which are most commonly mounted at the top of the A-pillars fac- ing the rear of the vehicle. These sensors detect movement inside the vehicle by sensing air disturbance.
  • Page 10: Instant Remote Control Code Deletion

    Instant Remote Control Code Deletion In the event of a lost or stolen remote control, all remote controls can be erased from the systems memory preventing unauthorised system operation. (See the Programming Table for Remote Controls section of this guide.) One-Step Remote Control Code Learning Your system allows you to add new remote controls in one step.
  • Page 11: Transmitter Functions

    Buttons / Channel 10 * * Only available with 4-button remote. **Can be assigned to operate any of the first 4 channels on your Maxx 1 or to control other Avital systems and accessories on other vehicles. ®2002 Directed Electronics, Inc.
  • Page 12: System Operation

    * Requires connection to your vehicle’s existing central locking system. Passive Arming The Maxx 1 has three programmable options relating to passive arming of the alarm. A full description of the operation and pro- gramming options for the passive arming feature can be found on page 21.
  • Page 13: Disarming The System (If Alarm Is Sounding)

    will be re-enabled to allow you to start your car. The LED will turn off. * Requires connection to your vehicle’s existing central locking system. Disarming the System (if alarm is sounding) Press the button for 1-2 seconds. This will silence the siren only.
  • Page 14: Sensor Bypass

    To De-activate: Press the button for one to two seconds. The siren will shut off and the indicator lights will stop flashing. Sensor Bypass If you wish to arm the alarm system but leave a window or sun- roof open or a pet or passenger inside the vehicle, you will need to bypass the Ultrasonic Sensor and any optional sensors by fol- lowing the procedure noted below: Arm the alarm with the...
  • Page 15 If the system was armed and a thief were to break into your vehi- cle and begin entering codes at random in an attempt to disarm the alarm, the system will lock out (indicated by a triple flash sequence of the LED) and begin sounding the siren for two min- utes.
  • Page 16 Turn the ignition key to the ON position Enter the third number in your PIN. Press and release the Valet switch the same number of times as the third digit in your PIN. Example: If your PIN is 2345, press the Valet switch four times.
  • Page 17: How To Change Your Pin Code

    How to Change Your Your system PIN Code is located on the back of this guide. Should you wish to change this code to a number that is easier to remem- ber, use the following procedure. Write down the new four-digit PIN number you wish to use. Look at the programming table on page 26.
  • Page 18 To enter the next two digits press the Valet switch once (you will hear one chirp) to move from program branch number 17 to 18. Stop and follow the instructions in the "Secondary Action" column in the programming table. Example: If the last two digits of your new code are two and two then press the To enter the digits one and zero, you would press the button once and then go to step five.
  • Page 19: Diagnostics

    LED System Status Indicator The LED on your vehicles dashboard or centre console will inform you of the system status. Slow Flash Double Flash Triple Flash Flashing in Cycles Rapid Flash Previous Intrusion Alert If the vehicle had been tampered with and the alarm has been triggered, the siren will chirp three times upon remote disarm instead of the usual single chirp.
  • Page 20: Automatic Malfunction Override

    Three Flashes Four Flashes Five Flashes Six Flashes Seven Flashes Eight Flashes Automatic Malfunction Override In the event of an active sensor or trigger input when the alarm is remotely armed, a series of chirps and Indicator light flashes will alert you. Interpreting Chirps and Flashes Number of chirps and flashes 1 chirp, 1 flash...
  • Page 21: User-Programmable Features

    User-Programmable 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 rap- idly to indicate the alarm has begun it’s passive arming count- down. After 60 seconds, the siren will chirp twice, the indicator lights will flash twice, and the system’s LED will begin the double- flash sequence explained in the Active Arming section.
  • Page 22: Auto-Rearm And Lock

    Auto-Rearm and Lock When Auto-rearm and lock is used in conjunction with the passive arming feature (i.e. both are turned ON) the following will occur: If after driving you turn the ignition off and exit the vehicle by opening and closing a door, the system will passive arm but NOT lock the doors in case you have left your keys inside the car.
  • Page 23: Dual-Sensor Trigger Mode

    door was inadvertently left open. (See the Programming Table for System Features section of this guide.) NOTE: If your vehicle has an interior light delay, this feature will be turned off. Dual-Sensor Trigger Mode The system has the facility to add extra sensors such as the 508D Proximity sensor.
  • Page 24: How To Set The User-Programmable Features

    How to Set the User- Programmable Features All system features and remote control features are accomplished by turning the ignition key to the ON position or starting the engine, entering your Personal Identification Number (PIN) and pressing the Valet switch a preset number of times to access the feature you wish to program.
  • Page 25 Continue pressing and releasing the Valet switch, counting the siren chirps. NOTE: Stop when you reach the number of chirps associated with your cho- sen feature. The system LED will give confirmation of the feature status. If the LED is ON, the feature is ON. If the LED if OFF, the feature is OFF. Follow the Secondary Action listed in the programming table.
  • Page 26: Programming Table For System Features

    Programming Table for System Features Feature Factory Setting No. of Chirps Passive Arming Passive Arm With Door Lock Auto Rearm and Door Lock Arm/Disarm Siren Chirps Door Ajar Indication Dual Sensor Single Trigger Mode Pin Code Digits Factory 1 and 2 Selected Pin Code Digits Factory...
  • Page 27: Programming Table For Remote Controls

    Programming Table for Remote Controls Factory Feature Setting Arm/Disarm/Panic Two Stage Unlock Channel 1 Accessory(-) Output for Boot Release Channel 2 (disarmed only) Silent Arm / Disarm Channel 3 Remote Sensor Button Bypass All Channel Learn Instant Code Deletion *Standard configuration if using the optional four-button remote control. NOTE: When assigning channels to different buttons than the factory settings, you must “All Channel Learn”...
  • Page 28: Security & Convenience Expansions

    Security & Convenience Listed below are some of the many expansion options available. Please consult your dealer for a complete explanation of all the options available to you. Audio Sensor - Metal on glass, glass cracking, and breaking glass produce distinctive acoustic signatures. The 506T audio sensor uses a microphone to pick up sounds, then analyses them with proprietary acoustic software to determine if the glass has been struck.
  • Page 29: Glossary Of Terms

    the factory release is not electric-activated, Directed®'s 522T boot release solenoid can often be added. Electric Window Control - Automatic electric window control is provided with the 529T and 530T systems. These can oper- ate electric windows, and can roll them up automatically when the system is armed, roll them down, or both up and down.
  • Page 30 Transmitter - A hand-held, remote control which operates the var- ious functions of your system. Trigger or Triggered Sequence - This is what happens when the alarm “goes off” or “trips.” The triggered sequence of your system consists of the siren sounding and indicators flashing. Valet Switch - A small push-button switch mounted at a discre- tionary location inside the vehicle.
  • Page 31: Quick Reference Guide

    Quick Reference Guide Arming To arm, press and the indicator lights will flash twice. Disarming To disarm, press flash once. Siren Silencing For siren silencing, press sounding) and the siren will stop sounding. To completely disarm the security system, press Disarming Without a Transmitter Turn on the ignition.
  • Page 32: Health Check

    Health Check Directed Electronics recommend you return to your installing Avital dealer to have your system checked for correct operation. The first check is due one year after the installation date and at yearly intervals thereafter. NOTE: There may be a small charge incurred for this service. ®2002 Directed Electronics, Inc.
  • Page 33 ®2002 Directed Electronics, Inc.
  • Page 34 E&OE, specification is subject to change without notice. Some vehicles require optional parts/wiring and a few are incompatible with some features. For questions regarding your Maxx 1 system, contact your authorised Avital dealer or the Directed Electronics UK office. Directed Electronics UK Office...

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