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RHINO RCA Operation Instructions Manual

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR
ROLLING CODE ALARM: RCA
INSURANCE APPROVED MODEL WITH ENGINE IMMOBILISATION,
TWO STAGE IMPACT SENSOR, BACKUP BATTERY
& FULLY PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES
HIGH SECURITY SWITCH
Located in the rear of the siren is a master switch. This can be used
to turn the system on/off. Bear in mind that if you unplug the alarm
while it is armed, the built in backup battery will continue to power
the system.
TO ARM/DISARM ALARM
The alarm is activated by pressing the RIGHT (RED) button on the remote control transmitter. The blinkers will
flash once, and the siren will beep once. The dash LED-light will stay on for 20 seconds then flash, THE
ALARM IS NOW ON. To deactivate the alarm, press the RIGHT (RED) button again. The blinkers will flash
twice and the siren will beep twice. THE ALARM IS NOW OFF.
For audible arm / disarm
For silent arm / disarm
BOOT RELEASE - Available on cars fitted with electric boot release motors.
The alarm is fitted with remote boot release capability. This feature enables the user to unlock the boot by
pressing the left (green) button for 3 seconds . The boot will unlock and the alarm will disarm with audible beeps.
NOTE: For safety reasons the remote boot release will not work when the ignition is on.
OPERATED VIA REMOTE CONTROL
The panic feature is activated by pressing the right (red) button on the remote control
transmitter for 3 seconds This sets off the siren. To cancel "panic", press the right
button on the transmitter for 1 second NOTE: Panic does not work when the ignition
is on by requirement of Australian Law (EPA-Environmental Protection Authority).
BACKUP BATTERY TEST
The alarm is fitted with an intelligent battery backup test feature. When you are driving the vehicle dash led will
normally be off. If the backup battery is flat, then the dash led will flash when the ignition is on.
PAT™ PAST ALARM TRIGGER MEMORY
If the alarm was triggered by an intruder while your alarm was set, it will beep the siren and flash the blinkers four
times on disarm. The system will also store the ten last times the alarm has been activated in its memory, and can
tell you what has triggered the system. Please refer to "Features used by Users and Installers" contained later in
these instructions.
use the RIGHT button.
press BOTH buttons (RED & GREEN) together.
EMERGENCY PANIC BUTTON
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
KEYSWITCH POSITIONS
SYSTEM OFF SYSTEM ON
TURN CLOCKWISE
L
R

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  • Page 1 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROLLING CODE ALARM: RCA INSURANCE APPROVED MODEL WITH ENGINE IMMOBILISATION, TWO STAGE IMPACT SENSOR, BACKUP BATTERY & FULLY PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES MADE IN AUSTRALIA HIGH SECURITY SWITCH KEYSWITCH POSITIONS Located in the rear of the siren is a master switch. This can be used SYSTEM OFF SYSTEM ON to turn the system on/off.
  • Page 2: Selectable Features

    The features outlined below are the most popular that can be turned on or off to suit your requirements. Please refer to the section is this manual marked “Rhino Programmable Features” for full details. PASSIVE ARMING: The alarm can automatically arm itself one minute after you leave your vehicle provided that the ignition is turned off, and that at least one door has been opened and closed ie.
  • Page 3 RHINO ALARM MODEL:RCA STANDARD SYSTEM FEATURES ~ All Microprocessor Controlled ~ Rolling Code Technology (Anti-Scanning, Anti-Code Grabbing) ~ Two SSR™ Solid State Remote Controls with Two Function Operation ~ Long Life Lithium Cell Remote Control Batteries ~ Ultra-Bright Red Flashing LED Light...
  • Page 4 FEATURES USED BY USERS and INSTALLERS / SERVICEMEN 1. INSTALLER / SERVICE MODE: Service mode is accessed by turning the key switch to the off position. This enables complete deactivation of the system without using the remote control. This is normally done when other mechanical/electrical work is performed on the vehicle.
  • Page 5: Current Sensing

    CURRENT SENSING The alarm is fitted standard with current sensing. This feature incorporated in Rhino systems has been proven to be very reliable. The alarm will detect any sudden drop in voltage in the vehicle’s electrical system, for example if...
  • Page 6 Register 3 in the Programmable Features section of this manual. You are able to disable the current sensing feature so that a false alarm condition can not occur. RCA ALARM WIRING DIAGRAM 15A FUSE +12 VOLTS...
  • Page 7 Door Switches To vehicles accessory wire. N.B. It is also necessary to connect the pink wire from the Rhino system to constant +12V to override current (voltage) sensing. FOR “NEGATIVE TRIGGER” ORIGINAL POWER LOCK SYSTEM LOCK (ORANGE / BLACK FROM ALARM)
  • Page 8 FOR POSITIVE AT REST THEN GOING NEGATIVE “OR” NEGATIVE AT REST THEN GOING POSITIVE PUT 87’S TO +12V & CONNECT OPTIONAL RELAYS AS SHOWN LOCK (ORANGE/BLACK WIRE ON ALARM) +12V +12V OR GROUND (SUPPLY “A”) 15A Fuse (PINK YELLOW) UNLOCK +12V EXISTING CENTRAL...
  • Page 9 RHINO PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES For Users and Installers Your Rhino Security system incorporates the latest in high security & convenience features. It is possible to customise your security system so that it suits your requirements perfectly. Detailed below is the full list of programmable features that can either be turned on or turned off.
  • Page 10 Turn this feature on in your second vehicle (not this Arm/Disarm This Vehicle alarm system) if you are utilising the above feature. Third Button Used To Contact your Rhino Dealer if this feature is required. Arm/Disarm This Vehicle Optional 3 Button Remotes are available. Fourth Button Used To Contact your Rhino Dealer if this feature is required.
  • Page 11 After pressing the remote 9 times to enter this mode, Memory to replay turn the ignition off. Your Rhino Alarm offers a unique memory. memory that stores the ten last reasons why the alarm was triggered. This memory cannot be erased.
  • Page 12: Appendix A: Making The Most Common Programming Changes

    OPTIONS AVAILABLE HOW TO MAKE THE CHANGE (Alarm must be disarmed before changing programming) Refer to section marked “Rhino Programmable Features” for futher details. Press the right button on the The siren beeps once & the indicators You can disable the arming beep so Sit in the car.
  • Page 14 ACTION RESPONSE OPTIONS AVAILABLE HOW TO MAKE THE CHANGE (Alarm must be disarmed before changing programming) You drive the car and then stop The alarm will passively arm at the sixty You can disable the Passive Arm Sit in the car. Close all doors. Bonnet closed. Turn &...
  • Page 15 ACTION RESPONSE OPTIONS AVAILABLE HOW TO MAKE THE CHANGE (Alarm must be disarmed before changing programming) While the system is armed, you The siren should give four warning beeps. You can adjust the sensitivity level to Sit in the car. Close all doors. Bonnet closed. Turn hit the vehicle at a relatively low make the pre-warning &...
  • Page 16 Your Rhino Alarm offers a unique memory that stores Your alarm has been triggered. The siren sounds for 30 seconds & then You can access the Past Alarm the ten last reasons why the alarm was triggered.
  • Page 17 6 Beep, 6 Flashes - Aux Alarm 7 Beep, 7 Flashes - Door Alarms 8 Beep, 8 Flashes - Bonnet/ Boot Alarm...