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PYTHON

Model 1090

Installation Guide

NOTE:

This product is intended for installation by a profes-

sional installer only! Any attempt to install this product by any

person other than a trained professional may result in severe

damage to a vehicle's electrical system and components.

N5501P 12-06

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Page 1 PYTHON Model 1090 Installation Guide NOTE: This product is intended for installation by a profes- sional installer only! Any attempt to install this product by any person other than a trained professional may result in severe damage to a vehicle’s electrical system and components. © 2006 Directed Electronics, Vista, CA N5501P 12-06...
Page 2 Bitwriter®, Code Hopping™, Doubleguard®, ESP™, FailSafe®, Ghost Switch™, Learn Routine™, Nite-Lite®, Nuisance Prevention® Circuitry, Revenger®, Silent Mode™, Soft Chirp®, Stinger®, Valet®, Vehicle Recovery System®, VRS®, and Warn Away® are all Trademarks or Registered Trademarks of Directed Electronics. The Bitwriter (p/n 998T) ®...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
table of contents what is included..........5 horn, channel 6 harness (H4) wire connection warning! safety first........5 guide............33 installation points to remember......6 neutral safety switch interface......33 before beginning the installation......6 testing the neutral safety switch.....34 after the installation........7 vehicle immobilizer systems......36 deciding on component locations......7 plug-in LED and valet/program switch....37 locations for the siren........7...
Page 5: What Is Included
This testing should be performed by an authorized Directed Electronics dealer in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in this product installation guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease remote start operation immediately and...
Page 6: Installation Points To Remember
All installations must be performed by an authorized Directed Electronics dealer. OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE STARTS IN GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF OPERATION.
Page 7: After The Installation
Always run the wires through the center of a grommet, never through bare metal! ■ Point the siren down so water does not collect in it. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 8: Locations For The Control Module
locations for the control module Some things to remember about where to mount the control module: ■ Never put the control module in the engine compartment! ■ The first step in hot-wiring a vehicle is removing the driver's side under-dash panel to access the starter and ignition wires.
Page 9: Locations For Stinger Doubleguard Shock Sensor
Ensure that the location you pick for the switch has sufficient clearance to the rear. The switch should be well hidden. It should be placed so passengers or stored items (such as in a glove box or center console) cannot accidentally hit it. The switch fits into a -inch hole. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 10: Locations For The Status Led
■ It is easiest to remove a small panel, such as a switch blank or a dash bezel, before drilling a -inch hole. ■ Use quick-disconnects near the LED wires if the panel is removable. This lets mechanics or other installers remove the panel without cutting the wires. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 11: Locations For The Relay Satellite
locations for the relay satellite The relay satellite wiring carries large amounts of current. The wires should not be extended and should be cut to the minimum length necessary. Since the relay satellite is functioning as the ignition switch in the vehicle, it is often convenient to mount the relay satellite close to the main ignition switch harness.
Page 12: Finding The 12V Switched Ignition Wire
(spark plugs, coil) as well as the fuel delivery system (fuel pump, fuel injection computer). Accessory wires lose power when the key is in the start position to make more current available to the starter motor. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 13: Finding The Starter Wire
1. Set to DCV or DC voltage (12V or 20V is fine). 2. Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground. 3. Probe the wire you suspect of being the starter wire. The steering column is an excellent place to find © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 14: Finding The Accessory Wire
Common locations for a tachometer wire are the ignition coil itself, the back of the gauges, engine computers, and automatic © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 15: Finding The Wait-To-Start Bulb Wire For Diesels
transmission computers. IMPORTANT! Do not test tachometer wires using a test light or logic probe (computer safe test light)! This will damage the vehicle. How to find a tachometer wire with your multimeter: Set to ACV or AC voltage (12V or 20V is fine). Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground.
Page 16: Finding The Door Pin Switch Circuit
Remember, you need a (+) parking light wire that does not vary with the dimmer setting. How to find a (+) parking light flash wire with your multimeter: 1. Set to DCV or DC voltage (12V or 20V is fine). 2.
Page 17: Making Your Wiring Connections
If you use tapping connectors such as 3M T-Taps (not to be confused with Scotch-Locks), avoid using them in higher-current applications (constant 12V, ground, etc.). Some tapping connectors are inferior in quality and should be avoided. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 18: Primary Harness (H1), 12-Pin Connector
H2/2 WHITE/BLACK (-) CHANNEL 5 OUTPUT H2/3 VIOLET/BLACK (-) channel 4 output H2/4 GREEN/WHITE (-) FACTORY ALARM REARM output H2/5 GRAY/BLACK (-) WAIT TO START INPUT H2/6 LIGHT GREEN/BLACK (-) factory ALARM disarm output © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 19: Door Lock Harness, 3-Pin Connector
ORANGE (-) 200 mA accessory relay turn-on PURPLE (-) 200 mA starter relay turn-on ORANGE/BLACK (-) ANTIGRIND/GROUND WHEN armed OUTPUT BLUE (-) 200 mA STATUS OUTPUT This ribbon harness connects to the relay satellite. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 20: Heavy Gauge Inline Connector Key Switch Interface
(+) brake shutdown wire H3/4 GRAY (-) hood pinswitch input, zone 1 H3/5 BLUE/WHITE (-) 200 ma 2nd status/rear defogger- latched/pulsed horn, channel 6 (H4), 2-pin connector H4/1 ORANGE/BLACK CHANNEL 6 OUTPUT H4/2 BROWN (-) 200ma HORN © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 21: Primary Harness 6 (H1), Wire Connection Guide
Connect this to the red wire of the siren. Connect the black wire of the siren to (-) chassis ground, preferably at the same point you connected the control module’s black ground wire. See Features Description section for horn outp © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 22 This wire is used in vehicles that have a positive (+) switched dome light circuit. Connect the violet wire to a wire that shows (+)12V when any door is opened, and ground when the door is closed. This wire will report Zone 3. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 23 Inputs shorter than 0.8 seconds will trigger the Warn Away response, while inputs longer than 0.8 seconds will trigger the full alarm sequence. If installing an optional Directed Electronics dual stage sensor, connect both the blue and the green wires of the optional sensor to this input. This wire will report Zone 4.
Page 24 H1/10 WHITE/BLUE remote start (-) activation input This input comes from the factory set to 2 activation pulses. This means that it is necessary to have 2 consecutive ground pulses on the white/blue wire for the remote start to activate or to deactivate. The same holds true for the remote control activation when set to a two pulse setting it is necessary to press button twice for the remote start to activate or deactivate.
Page 25 NOTE: For parking light circuits that draw 10 amps or more, the internal jumper must be switched to a (-) light flash output. (See the Internal Programming Jumper section of this guide.) P/N 8617 or a standard automotive SPDT relay must be used on the H1/2 light flash output harness wire. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 26: Secondary Harness 6 (H1), Wire Connection Guide
IMPORTANT! Never use this wire to drive anything but a relay or a low-current input! This transistorized output can only supply 200 mA, and connecting directly to a solenoid, motor, or other high-current device will cause the module to fail. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 27 ■ Dodge Ram Trucks - Orange/black or black/orange NOTE! A 1-amp diode must be installed in line on the factory wire between the wait-to-start indicator and the ECM. (See the following diagram for details.) © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 28 Use a relay to send a (-) or (+) pulse to the disarm wire as shown in the following diagrams. Relay for Negative (-) Disarm Wire Relay for Positive (+) Disarm Wire © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 29: Relay Satellite Wire Connection Guide
ORANGE (+) accessory output Connect this wire to the accessory wire in the vehicle which powers the climate control system. PINK (+) ignition output Connect this wire to the ignition wire in the vehicle. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 30: Remote Start Secondary Harness (H3) Wire Connection Guide
B. Connect the other wire from the toggle switch to chassis ground. IMPORTANT! Always perform the Safety Check section of this installation guide to verify that the vehicl- cannot be started in ANY drive gear and that the override switch is functioning properly. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 32 This wire supplies a 200mA output as soon as the module begins the remote start process. The H3/1 BLUE wire can also be used to activate the defogger trigger (latched/pulsed) 10-seconds after the remote start engages. (See the Feature Descriptions section in this guide for details about programming this output.) © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 33: Horn, Channel 6 Harness (H4) Wire Connection Guide
horn, channel 6 harness (H4) wire connection guide H4/1 ORANGE/BLACK 200 mA programmable (-) channel 6 output This wire provides a (-) 200mA output whenever the remote control button(s) controlling Channel 6 is pressed. (see also the Feature Descriptions section and previous channel 5 description): IMPORTANT! Never use this wire to drive anything but a relay or a low-current input! This transistorized output can only supply 200 mA, and connecting directly to a solenoid, motor, or other high-current device will cause the module to fail.
Page 34: Testing The Neutral Safety Switch
If the vehicle is not a General Motors product or a Dodge Dakota pickup, please call Directed Electronics Technical Support for an alternative shut-down method. Do not return the vehicle to the customer until...
Page 35 In addition, color variations are possible from model to model; make sure to test the circuit care- fully. Please call Directed Electronics Technical Support if you need assistance in making this interface. IMPORTANT! Once the interface is complete, attempt to remote start the vehicle with the door closed and the key in the ignition.
Page 36: Vehicle Immobilizer Systems
Attempting to start a vehicle without the correct immobilizer bypass can lock up the vehicle ignition or fuel system causing a potentially expensive trip the dealership. Refer to the vehicles owners guide to determine if an engine immobilizer bypass module is required before attempting to remotely start the vehicle. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 37: Plug-In Led And Valet/Program Switch
These plug into the module. The Status LED plugs into the white two-pin socket, while the Valet/Program Switch should be plugged into the blue two-pin connector. The Status LED fits into a -inch hole. Status LED �� Valet/Program Switch © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 38: Programmer Interface, 3-Pin Black Plug
Inputs shorter than 0.8 seconds will trigger the Warn Away response, while inputs longer than 0.8 seconds will trigger full alarm sequence and report Zone Four. If installing an optional Directed Electronics dual stage sensor, connect to the green wire as shown below. The diagram below eliminates the need for diodes to isolate the sensors.
Page 39: Tach Learning
To learn the tach signal: Start the vehicle with the key. DRW-96 Within 5 seconds, press and HOLD the Valet/Program switch. The LED will light constant when the tach signal is learned. Release the Valet/Program switch. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 40: Programming Jumpers
NOTE: For parking light circuits that draw 10 amps or more, the internal jumper must be switched to a (-) light flash output. P/N 8617 or a standard automotive SPDT relay must be used on the H1/11 light flash output harness wire. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 41: Remote Control Learn Routine
Once you have selected the function step, press the switch once more and HOLD it. The LED will flash and the siren will chirp to confirm the selected functional step. Do not release the Program switch. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 42: Standard Configuration
Function Step Function Wire Color Auto Learn Standard Configuration (default) Arm only Disarm only Silent Mode™/Remote Valet/Trunk Release RED/WHITE Remote Start Channel 4 VIOLET/BLACK Channel 5 WHITE/BLACK Channel 6 Short Run/Turbo Timer Mode Arm/Disarm/Panic Panic only Defogger Control** Delete all remote controls*** *NOTE: For Auto Learn Configurations, refer to the remote control section of this guide.
Page 43 The LED will flash 8 times and the siren will chirp 8 times. As before, do not release it. Learn Routine will be exited if: ■ Door is closed. ■ Ignition is turned off. ■ Program switch is pressed too many times. ■ More than 15 seconds between steps. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 44: Remote Control
Channel 2—trunk release � operate Timer Mode operate Short Run/Turbo timer � �� operate Channel 4 �� operate Channel 5 �� operate rear defogger �� operate Channel 6 � �� © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 45: Remote Control Diagram
remote control diagram ARM & DISARM ICON DISARM/UNLOCK BUTTON SENSOR WARN TRIGGER & CAR CALL REMOTE START ON/OFF ICON ICONS REMOTE CONTOL BEEPS ON/OFF ICON HOOD TRIGGER ICON SENSOR ZONE TRIGGER ICON TRUNK OR HOOD ICONS FULL TRIGGER FOR ALL ZONES & CAR (PROGRAMMABLE) CALL ICONS IGNITION TRIGGER ICON...
Page 46: Remote Control Programming
Wake Up the remote control: To wake up the remote control press and hold the program button about 3 seconds or until a beep is heard. The display will play the brand introduction and enter normal operation mode. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 47 Set the 12 hour Clock: 1. Enter programming mode 2. Scroll to highlight the Clock icon 3. Press to choose the Clock and access Clock set screen 4. Scroll and highlight a digit or A/P and press to change the digit. 5.
Page 48: System Features Learn Routine
To enter the System Features Learn Routine™: Open a door. (The GREEN wire, H1/8, or the VIOLET, H1/6 must be connected.) Ignition. Turn the ignition on, then off. (The heavy gauge PINK wire of the relay satellite must be connected.) © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 49 Select a Menu. Press and HOLD the Valet/Program switch. (The Valet/Program switch must be plugged into the blue port.) After three seconds the siren will chirp once indicating entry to the Basic Features Menu. If this is the menu you wish to access, release the button and go on to Step 4.
Page 50 The learn routine will be exited if any of the following occurs: 1. Close the open door. 2. Turn the ignition on. 3. There is no activity for longer than 15 seconds. 4. The Valet/Program switch is pressed too many times. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 51: Feature Menus
Siren function - chirp length 20mS (2)/30mS (3)/40mS (4)/50mS (5) Comfort Closure OFF 1-14 Comfort Closure ON NOTE: The numbers in parentheses indicate the number of times the siren will chirp and the LED will flash. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 52: Menu #2 - Advanced Features
Channel 6 validity (1) 2-16 Latched (2), Latch reset with ignition (3), 30-sec. timed* (4) Channel 6 linking None (1) 2-17 Arm (2), Disarm (3), Remote Start (4) *NOTE: The Bitwriter® can set 1-180 seconds. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 53: Menu #3 - Remote Start Options
Run Time (Timer Mode) 12 minutes (1) 3-15** 3 (2), 6 (3), 9 (4) minutes *NOTE: The Bitwriter® can set 1-90 seconds. For feature 3-3 it can also set time for 1-60 minutes **NOTE: The Bitwriter® can set 1-16 minutes. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 54: Feature Descriptions
Some modification to the door lock harness (H2) is also necessary. (Refer to TechTip 1041 for wiring information regarding (+/-) Door Lock Outputs Harness (H4)section, Type E - Mercedes-Benz and Audi -1985 and Newer" diagram.) The 0.4 second pulse is required on some of the newer Chrysler and © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 55: Menu #2 - Advanced Features
Ford vehicles. 1-8 FORCED PASSIVE ARMING ON/OFF: To use this feature, passive arming must be selected in Feature 1-1. When turned on, forced passive arming will ensure that the system will passively arm, even if a zone is left open or invalid. Forced passive arming occurs one hour after the ignition is turned off. 1-9 AUTOMATIC ENGINE DISABLE (AED) ON/OFF: AED is a full-time, passive starter disable that works independently of the security system.
Page 56 At the same time, the GREEN door lock harness wire will supply two positive pulses instead of a single pulse. This makes it possible to directly interface with double pulse vehicles without any © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 57 To change the configuration, use the two-chirp setting to toggle through the different configura- tions. Refer to feature 2-10 for additional detail. 2-15 CHANNEL 5 LINKING (NONE)/ARM, DISARM, REMOTE START: Refer to feature 2-13 for additional detail. 2-16 CHANNEL 6 VALIDITY/LATCHED/LATCHED RESET WITH IGNITION/30 SECOND TIMED OUTPUT: © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 58: Menu #3 - Remote Start Options
Channel Five can be programmed for these output configurations. The unit is set to the default validity output. To change the configuration, use the two-chirp setting to toggle through the different configura- tions. Refer to feature 2-10 for additional detail. 2-17 CHANNEL 6 LINKING (NONE)/ARM, DISARM, REMOTE START: Refer to feature 2-13 for additional detail.
Page 59 "times out". This is the maximum operation period and the system may be shut down using a shutdown at any time. Using the Bitwriter®, the run time can be programmed for any duration from 1-16 minutes. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 60: Valet Mode
To enter or exit Valet mode with the remote control: 1. Open any door. 2. Press on the remote control. 3. Press �� 4. Press again. You have now entered or exited Valet Mode (verify by checking your status LED). �� © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 61: Table Of Zones
table of zones When using the Diagnostic functions, use the Table of Zones to see which input has triggered the system. It is also helpful in deciding which input to use when connecting optional sensors and switches. ZONE NO. TRIGGER TYPE INPUT DESCRIPTION Trunk Input BLUE (H1/7)
Page 62: Long Term Event History
LED will flash in groups indicating the last two zones that triggered the unit for one minute or until the ignition is turned off. Refer to table of zones. NOTE: The Warn Away triggers are not stored to memory and will not be reported. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 63: Safety Check
Once the system passes the three tests, the vehicle can be re-assembled and delivered. Do not the use the remote start system or finalize the installation if it fails any of the safety check tests. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 64: Troubleshooting
Switch section of this guide.) Is the LED plugged into the correct socket? ■ Door locks operate backwards. This unit has easily-reversed lock/unlock outputs. Recheck wire connections to see if you have reversed these. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 65: Remote Start Troubleshooting
Voltage sense will not work on some vehicles. Check diagnostics. Sometimes a shutdown will become active during cranking or just after crank- ing. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
Page 66 The climate control system does not work while the unit is operating the vehicle. ■ Either the wrong accessory wire is being energized or more than one ignition or accessory wire must be energized in order to operate the climate control system. © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
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