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  • Page 1 OPERATING MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Dear car owner! Please note that the AUTHOR Alarm’s anti-theft devices are not intended for self-installation. We strongly recommend to install and configure the purchased equipment only in certified installation centers. 5/7/2019 nRF52...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION ..........5 Benefits of the system ............5 IGLA SYSTEM OPERATION ..........6 Security deactivation ............6 Authorization with the key fob or with smartphone ... 6 Authorization with the PIN-code ........7 Step-by-step and two-factor authorization ....8 Anti-Hi-Jack mode ..............
  • Page 4 Connection of key fobs ............32 Use your smartphone for authorization ......35 Use your smartphone for authorization (Mode №2) ..37 How to delete smartphone from IGLA memory? ..40 REFERENCE INFORMATION ........41 Options of the anti-theft system IGLA ......41 Alternative service button ..........

  • Page 5: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION IGLA is unique device to protect your car from theft. The device has an innovative mechanism of engine locking that uses standard wiring of the car so there is no additional wiring that can be easily found. The...

  • Page 6: Igla System Operation

    If the key fob was not detected (PIN-code was incorrect or was not entered at all), IGLA will lock the engine. In some car models the system switches to the engine start inhibit mode after the engine is shut off.

  • Page 7: Authorization With The Pin-Code

    In order to log into the system it is enough to have the key fob or smartphone paired to the system. You can register 2 key fobs and 2 smartphones in the IGLA system memory. For authorization in the system you need to have with you at least one registered device.
  • Page 8 Starting the engine will be allowed (even if the system is switched to engine start inhibit), however IGLA will shut off the engine when you try to drive while no PIN-code was entered. 2. To complete the authorization, you must enter PIN- code via standard buttons in the car.

  • Page 9: Step-By-Step And Two-Factor Authorization

    To provide the maximum level of security you can use two-factor authorization mode in IGLA system. In this mode, the engine can be started only if two conditions are observed: • The car owner has key fob or smartphone with him;...

  • Page 10: Anti-Hi-Jack Mode

    Anti-Hi-Jack mode This mode allows to prevent the violent theft of the car. In case of hijack it enables the engine locking when the car is at the safe distance from the car owner. If you need Anti-Hi-Jack mode to be activated you should switch it ON.

  • Page 11: Service Mode

    and alarm lights) warning the other drivers about the possible stop. At the same time inside the car there will the quickening light and sound signals. In 20 seconds after the warning signals started the alarm switches on (the horn signal and the alarm lights) and the engine will be locked.

  • Page 12: Transport Mode

    PIN-code before the ride. Transport mode The Transport mode is used for temporary switch OFF of the anti-theft system IGLA and in comparison to the Service mode it can be deactivated only via entering PIN-code. This mode is used if you want to drive your car for a...

  • Page 13: Protection From Key Programming

    1. Switch ON the ignition without starting the engine. 2. Press the brake pedal and while keeping it pressed press the accelerator* pedal a certain number of times as far as it can go where the number is equal to the first figure in the Emergency code. Release the brake pedal.

  • Page 14: Additional Features

    ADDITIONAL FEATURES Additional options are activated/deactivated according to the item «Options of the anti-theft IGLA system», page 41. The additional options availability depends on the car model and its configuration.* Comfort option Some car models* support Comfort option that closes all windows and the sunroof when the security system is activated using a standard car key.

  • Page 15: Additional Options

    By default the central lock opening option is deactivated. Additional options There are additional options for some car models*, e.g. automatic switch off START-STOP function, change of indication signal in IGLA system etc. * See the section System compatibility on the web-site author-alarm.com...

  • Page 16: System Setting

    An additional locking circuit is activated at the attempt of driving without authorization (or in Anti-Hi-Jack mode) when there is no data in the CAN-bus that needed for the IGLA system or the digital locking has failed. In other cases the activation of the additional circuit is impossible.
  • Page 17 2. Enter a PIN-code using the buttons available for programming (see the annex). Every click must be followed by the indication signal. The number of clicks shall be in the range from 3 to 20 clicks. The interval between clicks shall not be more than 2 seconds.

  • Page 18: Device Number Check

    3. Input all the rest figures of the Serial number in the same way (see item 2). If the Serial number matches with IGLA, the system will signal with 2 flashes. If nothing happens, that means the number was entered incorrectly or it does not match with the installed device number.
  • Page 19 Also it is recommended to change the PIN-code if you suspect someone has watched you entering the PIN- code. 1. Switch ON the ignition without starting the engine. 2. Enter the current PIN-code to authorize. There will be 2 indication signals. 3.

  • Page 20: Pin-Code Emergency Resetting

    Emergency code, hidden under the protective layer. The card is a part if the anti-theft system IGLA. Prepare the card before the PIN-code resetting procedure. 1. Switch ON the ignition without starting the engine.
  • Page 21 3. Input all the rest figures of the Emergency code in the same way (see item 2). If the PIN-code is correct, the device will pass into the PIN-code change mode and will give out indication signal every 3 seconds. If there is no indication, the code is incorrect.

  • Page 22: Author Config Mobile Application

    2. Run the Author Config app. 3. Wait till you see the device on the screen. At least one active key fob and the IGLA system shall be within the Bluetooth range. 4. Enter the device menu selecting it on the screen. The...
  • Page 23 (Enter a 6-character code) SAVE CANCEL 5. Enter 6-digit Bluetooth pairing code (under protective layer) from the plastic card that is included in the IGLA system set, and press Save. Some smartphone models support work only with one Bluetooth device at a time.

  • Page 24: Display Of Key Fobs And Smartphones

    The successful authorization is memorized by the IGLA system when Author Config app is launched in your smartphone. It allows to change the system settings even when the key fobs or the smartphones (used as key fobs) are no longer within the detection zone.
  • Page 25 Author Config...

  • Page 26: Setting Of Detection Range Zone For Key Fobs An Smartphones

    Setting of detection range zone for key fobs and smartphones IGLA system allows to set the distance on which the key fob or smartphone will be detected and authorize in the system. While setting the detection range the smartphone used for it must be within the detection zone of the IGLA system.
  • Page 27 2. If you authorize via smartphone If the authorization was via smartphone, do the following to set the detection range for key fobs and smartphones*: * While setting the detection range for smartphone used as a key fob Author ID and Author Config must be switched on.

  • Page 28: Features Of Author Config App

    1. Log into Author ID app for Android (5.0 and higher). Press «Key» button on the screen to do that. The lighting shall change from grey to orange. Than go to Author Config app by pressing the button in the lower part of the screen. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dma.author.authorid 2.
  • Page 29 Below you will find issues that can arise while using Author Config app and the solutions. 1. To have the device displayed in Author Config it is necessary to: • launch the Author ID app and press the «Key» button on the screen; •...

  • Page 30: Service Mode

    «Activate service mode». Activate service mode The service mode can be deactivated only when there is at least one key fob or smartphone within the IGLA system detection zone. The procedure for activation and deactivation of the service mode using an accelerator pedal is described above in the section Service mode (page 11).

  • Page 31: Information About Key Fobs Low Battery Charge Level

    Information about key fobs battery charge level If the key fob battery charge level is less than 7%, the standard indication signal will blink 3 times. Notification of the battery charge level are active by default. In order to switch OFF the notification use the slide-switch «Display notification Key fob low battery alert».

  • Page 32: Connection And Deleting Of Key Fobs And Smartphones

    CONNECTION AND DELETING OF KEY FOBS AND SMARTPHONES Deleting of key fobs If you lost key fob erase it from the device memory to prevent the car theft. To erase the key fob change the current PIN-code to the same PIN-code (see page 18), do not switch OFF the ignition and press the service button* 10 times.
  • Page 33 For successful pairing it is recommended to put the key fob as close to IGLA system as possible (1 meter or closer). 4. Insert the battery into the new key fob. The LED on key fob will start flashing continuously with green light.
  • Page 34 Manual connection This method of connection is suitable for key fobs that was once connected and then disconnected from any immobilizer by AUTHOR-Alarm. Use only key fobs with indication M52L on electronic board. Do not use older version key fobs with indication M24 on electronic board.

  • Page 35: Use Your Smartphone For Authorization

    Bluetooth to other devices (car multimedia system, hands-free system, etc.). Check that active key fobs are not near the IGLA system (take out the battery element from key fobs). For each smartphone the connection procedure should...
  • Page 36 2. Start Author ID app. «Bluetooth Peripheral mode not supported». If you have this message in Author ID app. in your smartphone, use the pairing Mode №2 in IGLA system. 3. Switch ON the ignition without starting the engine. 4. Authorize in the system via PIN-code.

  • Page 37: Use Your Smartphone For Authorization (Mode №2)

    Now your smartphone will be functioning as a key fob. The connection to the IGLA system is done via the encrypted channel. Smartphone will be functioning as a key fob only when Bluetooth is switched ON.
  • Page 38 IGLA system as possible (1 meter or closer). 6. Choose IGLA in the list of available devices. When pairing you may need the Bluetooth pairing code * For some car model other controls are used instead of an accelerator pedal...
  • Page 39 Switch ON the ignition. Two indication flashes will be provided on the dashboard if smartphone pairing was successful. You can start the engine and drive. IGLA will not be locking the engine. Now your smartphone is paired in Mode №2 and will be functioning as a key fob.

  • Page 40: How To Delete Smartphone From Igla Memory

    IGLA memory (see page 32). In case the smartphone is lost for security reasons delete it from the IGLA system memory. In order to do that change the current PIN-code to the same PIN-code (see page 18).

  • Page 41: Reference Information

    ** Initial status of an option depends on the car model (see the section «Supported cars» on the web-site author-alarm.com). When this option is switched OFF the IGLA system stalls the running engine via the CAN- bus or additional circuit (depending on the IGLA system installation).
  • Page 42 The state of option set in the system by default («Switch ON», «Switch OFF») is marked with grey color in the table. The figures in the table show how many times the service button shall be pressed to choose a particular option state.

  • Page 43: Alternative Service Button

    New alternative service button. It can be any button from the list of available buttons for your car (see the Appendix to the IGLA). To do this, follow these steps: 1. Switch ON the ignition without starting the engine.

  • Page 44: Key Fob Led Indication Signals

    If there are 3 or 4 indication signals, it means that the number of clicks differs from 21 and the service button was not changed. Switch OFF the ignition and repeat steps 1-5. 6. Switch OFF the ignition. New alternative service button does not substitute service button set by default.

  • Page 45: Additional Modules And Anti-Theft System Igla

    AUTOSTART module (remotely by a signal at the external input or by the triple pressing the Lock button on car key), the IGLA has a mechanism for disabling the «engine start inhibit» function for the duration of the autostart session.
  • Page 46 If IGLA system sends several alarm events at the same time, push-notifications will be sent once in a minute in a package that includes all alarm events.
  • Page 47 Joint work with TOR relay TOR – digital CAN-bus relay aimed to provide complex protection of your car with the IGLA system installed. TOR uses the additional locking circuit that is activated in case the connection with the engine control unit via CAN-bus is faulty or disrupted.

  • Page 48: Specifications

    (the ignition is OFF) ............ 6-8 mА Operating voltage ............6-15 V Radio-channel frequency ........2,4 GHz Battery life time ............. 6 months Key fob battery type ..........CR2032 List of standard equipment Anti-theft system IGLA 1 pcs Operating manual 1 pcs Installation manual 1 pcs Plastic card «Emergency code and Instruction»...
  • Page 49 Place of device installation Keep the PIN-code in mind or write it down after you have changed the PIN-code. Do not leave the plastic card with the codes as well as this manual inside the car!
  • Page 50 WARRANTY CERTIFICATE Warranty time is 12 months from the date of the purchase. During this period technical support and maintenance are guaranteed free of charge. The warranty does not apply to the items with: • mechanical damage, burnt and char pieces, components, conductive tracks etc.;...
  • Page 52 Supported Cars List App.

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