Firstech CM6200 Installation Manual
Firstech CM6200 Installation Manual

Firstech CM6200 Installation Manual

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CM6200 Starter System
MODEL: RF-2W900FM-5PT
Firstech, LLC.
21911 68th Ave S.
Kent, WA 98032
Phone. 888-820-3690
Fax. 206-957-3330
Please visit www.firstechonline.com for additional installation resources

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  • Page 1 CM6200 Starter System MODEL: RF-2W900FM-5PT Firstech, LLC. 21911 68th Ave S. Kent, WA 98032 Phone. 888-820-3690 Fax. 206-957-3330 Please visit www.firstechonline.com for additional installation resources...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CM6200 Install Guide Table of Contents Introduction Kit Contents Installation Basics Remote Programming Routine Placement and Use of Components Common Procedures Wiring Descriptions Option Programming Tables Option Menu Descriptions Special Option Groups 1 & 2 Option Programming Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Technical Support Contacts Copyright 2009 Firstech, LLC.
  • Page 3 Starter System www.firstechonline.com | www.compustar.com CM6200 Install Guide Copyright 2009 Firstech, LLC. Page 3...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    The remote(s) and antenna are modular and are not specific to the control modules. You have the ability to pair almost any Firstech remote(s) and antenna receiver to the CM6200. This includes all 4 and 6 pin antennas. Any questions on contents please contact your distributor or us directly at 1.888.820.3690, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM Pacific Time.
  • Page 5: Installation Basics

    CM6200 Install Guide Installation Basics If you are new to installing Firstech Series Remote Starts and / or Alarms, we highly recommended that you thoroughly review this manual to installing your first unit. Key Points to Consider Before Installation: You must code remotes to this system before anything will function. Program remotes by cycling the ignition ON / OFF five times within 7 seconds and tap button 1 (0.5 second) on the first remote, and then tap button 1...
  • Page 6: Remote Programming Routine

    CM6200 Install Guide Remote Programming Routine IMPORTANT: Any and all remotes must be coded to the control module prior to performing any and all opera- tions. Remotes excluding 2WSSR-Pro STEP 1: Activate programming mode by manually turning the vehicle’s key between the Ign On and Off (or the Acc &...
  • Page 7: Placement And Use Of Components

    CM6200 Install Guide Placement and Use of Components IMPORTANT: The placement and use of components are critical to the performance of this system. Antenna and Cable Firstech antennas are calibrated for horizontal installation at the top of the windshield. The cable that connects the antenna to the control module must be free from any pinches or kinks.
  • Page 8: Common Procedures

    Starter System www.firstechonline.com | www.compustar.com CM6200 Install Guide Common Procedures CM6200 Jumper Settings Caution: Jumper settings affect the polarity and use of certain outputs. If these jumpers are used incorrectly, damage to the vehicle and /or control module may occur.
  • Page 9 CM6200 Install Guide STEP 1: Start the vehicle with the key. Allow time for the engine to idle down. STEP 2: Test wire and make connection. At idle the tach wire should test between 1 to 4 Volts AC. As the ve- hicle RPM’s increase the voltage on the meter will also increase.
  • Page 10 Starter System www.firstechonline.com | www.compustar.com CM6200 Install Guide Timed Crank Setting – Automatic Transmission Only Option 2-10 setting 4 provides a timed 1.5 second crank for the remote start sequence. This option just cranks the vehicle for 1.5 seconds and assumes remote start has completed. This option can be used for GM and other vehicles with built in anti-grind systems.
  • Page 11 1 flash. Blade Cartridge Slot and Connector The CM6000 and CM6200. The slot gives you the ability to use the Blade-AL and Blade-TB modules from Firstech and ADS. With these modules you can virtually eliminate all wire connections between your control module and bypass module.
  • Page 12: Wiring Descriptions

    CM6200 Install Guide Wiring Descriptions Connector 1 (CN1), 6-Pin Pin 1 White – Accessory 12V positive (+) output. This wire must be connected to the vehicle accessory / HVAC blower motor wire. The proper wire will test 0V with the key in the off position, (+) 12V while key is in the on position, 0V while cranking and back to (+) 12V when the key is returned to the on position.
  • Page 13 CM6200 Install Guide IMPORTANT: For anti-grind and starter-kill applications, the yellow wire goes to the starter side of the vehicles starter wire and the yellow/black goes to the key side. Pin 3 Green – Ignition 12V positive (+) output and input. This wire must be connected to the vehicles ignition for remote start and valet/programming.
  • Page 14 CM6200 Install Guide Connector 3 (CN2), 20-Pin: Programmable Output Connector (POC) IMPORTANT: Odd Pin numbers 1 through 17 are programmable for up to 12 different output types. Refer to Special Option Group 2 for details. Pin 1 Blue - 250mA negative (-) output when armed and during remote start (while running). This wire is pre-wired to the anti-grind/starter-kill relay.
  • Page 15 CM6200 Install Guide Pin 11 Black [POC 5] – Status/Ground while running 250mA negative (-) output. This is an optional output that will provide a negative (-) output before the ignition cranks and stay on throughout the remote start dura tion.
  • Page 16 CM6200 Install Guide Pin 18 Gray/Black – Hood Pin negative (-) input. This input is a safety shut down and alarm trigger. It prevents the vehicle from remote starting while the hood is open and triggers the alarm if the hood is opened while the alarm is armed.
  • Page 17 Starter System www.firstechonline.com | www.compustar.com CM6200 Install Guide Connector 5 (CN5), 4-Pin (RS 232 Data Port) This connector is used for updating control modules via www.firstechonline.com. You must also use this port to flash Blade bypass modules. This port provides simple connectivity of Fortin and iDataLink bypass modules.
  • Page 18: Option Programming Tables

    CM6200 Install Guide Connector 10 (CN10), 2-Pin (Pre-wired LED) Note: Do not mistake for Thermister port. Pin 1 Black - L.E.D negative (-) ground. Pin 2 Black/White- L.E.D. 3V positive (+) output. Connector 11 (CN11), 3-Pin (Pre-wired Valet/Programming Switch) Pin 1 Gray/Black - Negative (-) ground.
  • Page 19 CM6200 Install Guide Feature 2-01 Tach Sensing Method 2-02 Turbo Timer 2-03 Diesel Timer 2-04 Trigger Start Cold or Hot Start with 2-05 Thermistor Assembly Timer Start, or, Minimum 2-06 Interval Between Cold Starts 2-07 Remote Start Runtime 2-08 Temperature of Cold Starting...
  • Page 20 CM6200 Install Guide Feature Horn Output When Alarm Is 3-09 Triggered 3-10 Valet 3-11 Auxiliary Settings Mode Auxiliary Settings With Pas- 3-12 sive Arming 3-13 Defroster Temperature Control 3-14 Defroster Output Timing 3-15 Soft Disarm Feature 4-01 Aux 1 output...
  • Page 21: Option Menu Descriptions

    CM6200 Install Guide Feature Diesel Timer - DISL AUX1 output time AUX2 output time AUX3 output time AUX4 output time AUX5 output time AUX6 output time AUX7 output time Feature Programmable Output Connector POC #1 (-) 2nd Parking Light (Green/White)
  • Page 22 CM6200 Install Guide 1-04 Double Pulse Unlock - If enabled, this option will cause the system to double pulse the unlock output. This option is used on a majority of Toyota vehicles. The first unlock pulse disarms the alarm, and the second pulse unlocks the doors.
  • Page 23 CM6200 Install Guide 2-01 Tach Sensing Method – This option will adjust the method at which tach is read by the module. At de fault this option will minimize overcrank during remote start. 2-02 Turbo Mode – This option will adjust the run time after Turbo mode has been engaged. The e-brake and door trigger inputs must be connected and the option must be turned on through the remote for turbo timer to engage.
  • Page 24 This feature is only available on select 2 Way LCD remotes. 2-12 Min. Crank Time - This option controls the minimum crank time for the remote starter. This is only used if in extreme cold climates.
  • Page 25 CM6200 Install Guide 3-09 Horn Output When Alarm is Triggered - This changes the behavior of the white horn wire when the alarm is triggered. With this setting you can change the wire to a constant (-) negative output for an ad ditional siren.
  • Page 26 CM6200 Install Guide 4-05 Secure Aux Output – On the default setting, button 4 on the remote must be pressed first before Aux 1 or Aux 2 can be triggered. This prevents accidental triggering of the outputs. Option setting II turns this feature off.
  • Page 27: Special Option Groups 1 & 2

    CM6200 Install Guide 4-13 Antenna Power Save - Some people may not drive their vehicle very often, this may cause the battery to become discharged because it is not getting recharged on a regular basis. The antenna power save option will turn off the antenna after the specified amount of time to conserve power. While the antenna is asleep, the system will not respond to the remotes.
  • Page 28: Option Programming

    CM6200 Install Guide Option Programming Option Programming Using the OP500 (programmer) The OP500 can be used to program any available option. It is required to program options in Special Option Groups 1 and 2. STEP 1: Using the blue connector on the top of the OP500, connect it to the control module via the antenna wire.
  • Page 29 CM6200 Install Guide Option (1 + 2) for 2.5 seconds then Menu 1 (1 + 2) for 2.5 seconds Option (1 + 2) for 2.5 seconds then Menu 2 (1 + 4) for 2.5 seconds Option (1 + 4) for 2.5 seconds then Menu 3 (1 + 2) for 2.5 seconds...
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    CM6200 Install Guide Troubleshooting Remote Start Error Codes If the remote start fails to start the vehicle, the parking lights will flash two times immediately. Following those two flashes the parking lights will flash again corresponding to the error table below:...
  • Page 31: Frequently Asked Questions

    Install the stripe side of the diode facing the control module. Does the CM6 series have tachless mode? A: Yes. The CM6000 and CM6200 all are tachless. Review the “Common Procedures” section of this manual. On the brain, how do I set the auxiliaries? A: You must have an Option Programmer (OP500) to set the auxiliaries on the CM4000, CM4200-DX, CM4300, CM5000, CM5200, CM6000, and CM6200.
  • Page 32 1 time on the CM6 series showing V.1. What is this cartridge slot on the rear of the CM6000 and CM6200? A: This is the slot for the Blade cartridge system. This slot is for the Idatalink Blade remote start bypass modules.
  • Page 33: Technical Support Contacts

    CM6200 Install Guide Technical Support Contacts Firstech technical support is reserved for authorized dealers only. Monday - Friday: 888-820-3690 (8:00 am – 5:00 pm Pacific Coast Time) Email: support@compustar.com Web: Register at: www.firstechonline.com click on “Authorized Tech” Wire Diagrams Click on the “Installogy Access Client” link found on your desktop. If you are a qualified dealer and unable to access this site, call your sales representative or the number above.

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