Viper 7900 Installation Manual

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Page 1 VIPER Model 7900 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 N5501V 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
what is included ■ The control module ■ The plug-in status LED ■ A Responder receiver/antenna ■ The plug-in Valet/Program switch ■ One 2-way Color Remote Control P/N 7541V ■ A hood pinswitch ■ A Stinger Doubleguard shock sensor ■ A toggle (override) switch ■...
Page 6: Installation Points To Remember
After the remote start module has been installed, test the remote start module in accor- ■ dance with the Safety Check outlined in this installation guide. If the vehicle starts when performing the Neutral Safety Shutdown Circuit test, the remote start unit has not been properly installed. The remote start module must be removed or properly reinstalled so that the vehicle does not start in gear.
Page 7: After The Installation
after the installation ■ Test all functions. The “Using Your System” section of the Owner's Guide is very helpful when testing. ■ When testing, don’t forget that this system is equipped with Nuisance Prevention® Circuitry (NPC). NPC can bypass trigger zones, making them appear to stop working. See the Nuisance Prevention® Circuitry section.
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
vertically but range will be diminished. Metallic window tint can also affect range, so this should be a consideration when determining the mounting location. After determining the best mounting location, follow these steps: 1. Clean the mounting area with a quality glass cleaner or alcohol to remove any dirt or residue. 2.
Page 10: Locations For The Status Led
This system has Remote Valet. The user can enter and exit Valet Mode without having to reach the Valet/ Program switch. This feature was introduced so that switch location was less critical in day-to-day use. As long as the Valet/Program switch can be reached to disarm without a remote control, easy access is not important.
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
fuse, of the proper value, regardless of how many accessories are added to the main power feed. finding the 12V switched ignition wire The ignition wire is powered when the key is in the run or start position. This is because the ignition wire powers the ignition system (spark plugs, coil) as well as the fuel delivery system (fuel pump, fuel injection computer).
Page 13: Finding The Starter Wire
How to find (+)12V ignition with your multimeter: 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 ignition wire. The steering column harness or ignition switch harness is an excellent place to find this wire.
Page 14: Finding The Accessory Wire
this wire. Remember you do not need to interrupt the starter at the same point you test it. Hiding your optional starter kill relay and connections is always recommended. 4. Turn the ignition key switch to the start position. Make sure the car is not in gear! If your meter reads (+)12V, go to the next step.
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
it will work in many Hondas, or any vehicle with completely diode-isolated pin switches. Once you have determined the wire color, the easiest place to connect to the wire is often at the kick panel, at the windshield pillar, or in the running board. When an easy location is not available, running a wire to the domelight itself is often the best solution.
Page 18: Primary Harness (H1), 12-Pin Connector
primary harness (H1), 12-pin connector H1/1 RED/WHITE (-) 200 mA channel 2 validity output H1/2 (+) Constant Power Input H1/3 BROWN (+) Siren Output H1/4 EMPTY NOT USED H1/5 BLACK (-) Chassis Ground Input H1/6 VIOLET (+) Door Trigger Input, Zone 3 H1/7 BLUE (-) multiplexed Input, Zone 4...
Page 19: Door Lock Harness, 3-Pin Connector
door lock harness, 3-pin connector LIGHT BLUE (+) LOCK (-) UNLOCK OUTPUT EMPTY NOT USED GREEN (-) LOCK (+) UNLOCK OUTPUT Note: Refer to TechTip 1041 for wiring information. remote start ribbon harness, wiring diagram PINK/WHITE 200 mA (-) PROGRAMMABLE IGN2/ACC2 relay turn on YELLOW (+) ignition input to alarm PINK...
Page 20: Heavy Gauge Inline Connector Key Switch Interface
heavy gauge inline connector key switch interface PURPLE (+) STARTER OUTPUT TO STARTER (STARTER SIDE) GREEN STARTER INPUT FROM IGNITION (KEY SIDE) (+) high (30A) current 12v input ORANGE (+) output to accessory circuit PINK (+) output to primary ignition circuit (+) (30A) high current 12v input PINK/WHITE (+) output to second ignition circuit...
Page 21: Primary Harness 6 (H1), Wire Connection Guide
primary harness (H1) wire connection guide H1/1 RED/WHITE channel 2, 200mA (-) output When the system receives the code controlling Channel 2, for longer than 1.5 seconds, the red/white wire will supply an output as long as the transmission continues. This is often used to operate a trunk/hatch release or other relay-driven function.
Page 22 H1/5 BLACK (-) chassis ground connection Remove any paint and connect this wire to bare metal, preferably with a factory bolt rather than your own screw. (Screws tend to either strip or loosen with time.) We recommend grounding all your components, including the siren, to the same point in the vehicle.
Page 23 H1/7 BLUE (-) multiplex input, zone 4 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.
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 Lexus, BMW, some Mitsubishi, some Mazda, and other model cars. (+) Positive Light Flash Output (-) Light Flash Output 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.
Page 26: Secondary Harness 6 (H1), Wire Connection Guide
H1/12 ORANGE (-) ground-when-armed output This wire supplies a (-)500 mA ground as long as the system is armed. This output ceases as soon as the system is disarmed. The GWA can be hooked up to a window control module, a voice module or any accessory that requires a ground when armed.
Page 27 H2/4 GREEN/WHITE (-) factory alarm rearm This wire sends a negative pulse every time the remote start shuts down or the doors are locked. This can be used to pulse the arm wire of the vehicle's factory anti-theft device. Use a relay to send a (-) or (+) pulse to the arm wire.
Page 28 H2/6 LIGHT GREEN/BLACK (-) factory disarm This wire sends a negative pulse every time the remote start is activated , channel 2 is activated (program- mable on/off) or when the doors are unlocked with the remote. This can be used to pulse the disarm wire of the vehicle's factory anti-theft device.
Page 29: Relay Satellite Wire Connection Guide
relay satellite wire connection guide The 8 heavy gauge wires coming from the large connector are used to energize high current circuits in the vehicle. It is crucial that these connections are well-made and capable of handling the current demands. For this reason, Scotch-Locks, T-taps and other such connectors are strongly discouraged.
Page 30: Remote Start Secondary Harness (H3) Wire Connection Guide
PINK/WHITE (+) second ignition output Connect this wire to the second ignition wire in the vehicle. (See Finding the Wires You Need section.) NOTE: For vehicles that do not have a second ignition wire, this connection is not required. RED/WHITE (+) 12V input Connection for high current outputs.
Page 32 H3/2 VIOLET/WHITE tachometer input This input provides the module with information about the engine's revolutions per minute (RPMs). It can be connected to the negative side of a fuel injector or to the negative side of the coil in vehicles with conventional coils.
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
GM vehicles that have the neutral safety switch built into the column shifter can usually be identified by a purple starter wire. Typically, vehicles that use an outboard mechanical switch use a yellow wire from the ignition switch to the mechanical switch and a purple wire from the mechanical switch to the starter itself. Remember, this is only a rule of thumb and is not intended as a substitute for proper testing.
Page 35 by pressing the brake without the key sense wire shutting down the unit prematurely. In addition, you must connect a tan (+) shut-down input to the yellow wire on the relay satellite ribbon cable. This prevents the remote start system from activating if the key is left in the "run" position. If your remote start system only has one tan input, you must use diodes to isolate the ignition circuit from the brake switch input.
Page 36: Vehicle Immobilizer Systems
Vehicle immobilizer or key cylinder systems Most new vehicles have a factory engine immobilizer system designed to prevent any unauthorized use of the vehicle. These immobilizers will cut off power to the starter and the fuel supply preventing a thief from starting the vehicle.
Page 37: Plug-In Led And Valet/Program Switch
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 ��...
Page 38: Programmer Interface, 3-Pin Black Plug
programmer interface, 3-pin black plug The black 3 pin port is provided for programming the unit using the Bitwriter (p/n 998T). When using the Bitwriter, it is possible to configure any and all of the programmable functions as well as lock the Remote Control and System Features Learn Routines so that unauthorized users cannot change the configuration or program remote controls to the unit.
Page 39: Tach Learning
BLUE (-) multiplex input, zone 2 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 will also report Zone Two. RED and BLACK: RED is (+)12V constant, BLACK is (-) ground Do not use these for anything besides the plug-in shock sensor.
Page 40: Programming Jumpers
programming jumpers tach threshold on/off In most cases, this jumper can be left in the OFF position. Some new vehicles use less than 12 volts in their ignition systems. The unit may have trouble learning the tach signal in these vehicles. Changing the jumper to the ON setting changes the trigger threshold of the digital tach circuit so it will work properly with these vehicles.
Page 41: Remote Control Learn Routine
remote control learn routine ™ The system comes with one remote control that is programmed to the antenna. The system can store up to 4 different remote control codes in memory. Use the following learn routine to add remote controls to the system or to change button assignments if desired.
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 Transmit. While HOLDING the Valet/Program switch, press the button on the remote control that you would like to control the selected function. The unit will chirp to confirm that the code has been successfully programmed. It is not possible to teach a remote control button to the system more than once.
Page 44: Remote Control
remote control The remote control buttons that will operate the features of your security and remote start system are described below. The buttons will operate in this configuration when the remote control is programmed using the step 1 Auto-learn routine. To configure the buttons differently refer to the information in the remote control learn routine section of this manual.
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
remote control programming The remote control has programmable features that can be changed to fit the users preferences. Programming can be performed using the programming and function buttons 6 thru 10 to select the feature menus and change feature settings. Function button operations during programming: •...
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
Press to choose the operation menu Scroll to highlight ZONE and press to choose the zone menu. Scroll to highlight the desired zone and press to choose. Scroll to highlight the icon to be displayed for that zone and press to choose.
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 To access another feature in the same menu: 1. Press and release the Valet/Program switch the number of times necessary to advance from the feature you just programmed to the next one you want to program. 2. Then press the Valet/Program switch once more and HOLD it. For example, if you just programmed the third feature in the menu and you would like to program the seventh feature in the menu, you would press and release the Valet/Program switch four times and then press it once more and HOLD it.
Page 51: Feature Menus
feature menus The default settings are indicated in bold type. Features that have additional settings that can be pro- grammed using the Bitwriter® are indicated with an asterisk (*). menu #1 - basic features FEATURE NUMBER ONE-CHIRP SETTING (DEFAULT) TWO-CHIRP SETTING Active arming Passive arming Arm/disarm chirps on...
Page 52: Menu #2 - Advanced Features
menu #2 - advanced features FEATURE NUMBER ONE-CHIRP SETTING (DEFAULT) TWO-CHIRP SETTING 30 second siren duration 2-1* 60 second siren duration Nuisance Prevention Circuitry ON Nuisance Prevention Circuitry OFF Progressive door trigger Instant door trigger Disarm from Valet, 1 pulse Disarm from Valet, 2-5 pulses (2-5) Door sensor bypass chirp ON Door sensor bypass chirp OFF...
Page 53: Menu #3 - Remote Start Options
menu #3 - remote start options FEATURE ONE-CHIRP SETTING (DEFAULT) TWO-CHIRP SETTING Engine checking ON Engine checking OFF Engine checking TACH Engine checking VOLTAGE Run time: 12 minutes (1) 3-3* Run time: 24 (2) or 60 (3) minutes Parking lights flashing Parking lights constant Crank time: 0.6 seconds (1) 0.8 (2), 1.0 (3), 1.2 (4), 1.4 (5),...
Page 54: Feature Descriptions
feature descriptions The features of the system are described below. Features that have additional settings that can be selected only when programming with the Bitwriter® are indicated by the following icon: menu #1 - basic features 1-1 ACTIVE/PASSIVE ARMING: When active arming is selected, the system will only arm when the remote control is used.
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 sound. When using the Bitwriter®, the siren can be programmed to sound for any length of time from 1 second to 180 seconds. 2-2 NUISANCE PREVENTION® CIRCUITRY (NPC) ON/OFF: NPC stops repeated triggering of the same zone. If one zone is triggered three times in one hour, that zone is bypassed for one hour, starting from the time of the third trigger.
Page 57 extra parts for unlock and lock outputs (see below). 2-8 LOCK OUTPUT—1, 2 PULSES: This will program the lock output to one or two pulses. When the double pulse lock feature is turned on, the BLUE door lock harness wire will supply two positive pulses instead of a single pulse.
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 3-7 SHORT RUN/TURBO 1/3/5/10 MINUTES: When the buttons on the remote control �� are pressed simultaneously, the vehicle will start for the programmed short run time. The factory default is 1 minute. 3-8 ACTIVATION PULSE COUNT 1/2: This allows the system to use 1 or 2 pulses to activate the remote start sequence.
Page 60: Valet Mode
valet mode To enter or exit valet mode with the valet/program switch: Turn the ignition key on and then off. At anytime during the next 10 seconds, press and release the Valet switch. Now the Status LED will light constantly if you have entered Valet®...
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
long term event history The system stores the last two full triggers in memory. These are not erasable. Each time the unit sees a full trigger, the older of the two triggers in memory will be replaced by the new trigger. To access long term event history: With the ignition off, press and HOLD the Valet/Program switch.
Page 63: Safety Check
safety check Before vehicle reassembly, the remote system must be checked to ensure safe and trouble-free operation. The following test procedure must be used to verify proper installation and operation of the system. The installation must be completed before testing, including connection to the brake switch and hood switch. 1.
Page 64: Troubleshooting
troubleshooting alarm troubleshooting ■ Shock sensor doesn't trigger the alarm: Has the NPC® system been triggered? If so, you will hear 5 chirps when disarming. To check this, turn the ignition key on and off to clear the NPC®'s memory, and then retest the shock sensor. For a detailed description of NPC®, see Nuisance Prevention Circuitry section of this guide.
Page 65: Remote Start Troubleshooting
remote start troubleshooting The remote start will not activate. ■ Check the harnesses and their connections. Make sure that the harnesses are completely plugged into the remote start module. Make sure there are good connections to the vehicle wiring. Check voltage and fuses. Use a meter to check for voltage between the red wire in the 5-pin ribbon harness and the black ground wire.
Page 66 The vehicle starts, but the starter keeps running. ■ Is the system programmed for engine checking off or voltage sense? When programmed for either of these features, the engine cranks for the preprogrammed crank time regardless of how long it takes for the vehicle to actually start.
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