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Firstech CM600-AS Installation Manual

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Applicable to the following alarm and remote
start system:
CM600-AS – Auto Only Starter Control
Module – F/W 3.10
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions;
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device may accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate this device.
By Firstech LLC, Version: 1.4
WWW.COMPUSTAR.COM

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  • Page 1 By Firstech LLC, Version: 1.4 Applicable to the following alarm and remote start system: CM600-AS – Auto Only Starter Control Module – F/W 3.10 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions;...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ............................3 Kit(s) Contents ............................3 Remote Code Routine(s) ........................5 Programming Remotes to CM-600AS ....................5 Placement and Use of Components ..................... 5 Antenna and Cable ..........................5 Hood Pin .............................. 5 Shock Sensor ............................6 Siren ..............................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing a Firstech alarm and remote start system for your vehicle. The following installation manual is intended for experienced and authorized mobile and alarm technicians. This is not a tutorial on how to install. We highly recommend that you contact your local Firstech dealer and seek professional installation.

  • Page 4: Installation Basics

    Installation Basics If you are new to installing Compustar by Firstech alarm and starter units, we highly recommend that you review this manual in its entirety prior to installing your first unit. Key Points to Consider Before Installation: The two included remotes are preprogrammed to the unit Page 5 This system is designed for ease of installation and the two included remotes are preprogrammed.

  • Page 5: Remote Code Routine(S)

    STEP 2, you can code additional remotes by tapping the Lock button on the remote(s). The parking lights will flash once confirming each additional remote. The CM600-AS can store up to three remotes. Exiting Programming: Programming is a timed sequence. If you can not get the remote(s) to program then the system enters Valet Mode.

  • Page 6: Shock Sensor

    Caution: Jumper settings affect the polarity and use of certain outputs. If these jumpers are used incorrectly, damage to the vehicle and control module may occur. The jumpers can be found by opening the small door on the front of the CM600-AS. Jumper 1 (Door Trigger Polarity) Determines the polarity of the door trigger input wire (red/white).
  • Page 7 Advanced Tachless – Option 2-04 Setting 3 Advanced Tachless is an alternative method the Firstech remote start system can utilize to determine if the engine is running. This is different than no tach sensing so the yellow/black wire connection must be made.

  • Page 8: Automatic Transmission Remote Start Function

    Diesel Timer The CM600-AS module has a built in Diesel Timer to allow the vehicle’s glow plug wire to heat up. There are two time settings on this unit, 7 or 18 seconds. This will allow the ignition to power up and then crank once the time has expired and glow plugs have properly heated up.

  • Page 9: Cm-600As Wiring Schematic

    CM600-AS Wiring Schematic...

  • Page 10: Connector 1 (Cn1), 8-Pin Ignition Harness

    Connector 1 (CN1), 8-Pin Ignition Harness Pin 1 Red - Constant 12V positive (+) power input. This wire must be connected. The proper vehicle wire will test (+) 12V at all times - while the key is in the off position, the on position and during crank.

  • Page 11: Connector 2 (Cn2), 12-Pin Harness

    Connector 2 (CN2), 12-Pin Harness Pin 1 Green/White – This is the negative (-) parking light wire that triggers when you lock and unlock the doors and alarm goes off. The proper wire will test (-) when the parking light switch is in the on position.

  • Page 12: Connector 4 (Cn4), 6-Pin Lock Harness

    options like window roll-up. Make sure to connect this to the blue wire on the starter kill/anti grind relay. Pin 3 Red/White - Door trigger input. This wire requires negative (-) or positive (+) trigger door-pins. The proper wire provides a (-) or a (+) trigger only when the doors are opened. You will need to test the wire for proper polarity and set the jumper inside the CM-600AS for the corresponding polarity.

  • Page 13: Connector 5 (Cn5), 4-Pin (Rs232 Port - 2 Way Data)

    Connector 5 (CN5), 4-Pin (RS232 Port - 2 Way Data) Pin 1 Red - Constant 12V positive (+) output. Pin 2 Black - Negative (-) ground This wire transmits the signal to remote. Pin 3 RX input Pin 4 TX output Connector 6 (CN6), 4-Pin (Antenna Cable) Pin 1 Yellow - RX input.

  • Page 14: Option Programming Tables

    Option Programming Tables IMPORTANT: System must be unlocked before you can set options with the OP500 or remotes. Optional Setting - Optional Setting - Optional Setting - Feature Default Setting - I Lock After Start Lock After 1-01 Unlock Before, Lock After Starting Only Shutdown Only 1-02...
  • Page 15 2-13 Advanced Tachless Optional Setting - Optional Setting - Optional Setting - Feature Default Setting - I 3-01 Secure Aux Output On While Armed 3-02 Aux 1 Output 0.5 Second Latched 20 Seconds Program 3-03 Aux 2 Output 0.5 Second Latched 60 Seconds Program...

  • Page 16: Option Menu Descriptions

    Option Menu Descriptions 1-01 Unlock Before, Lock After Starting - If enabled, this option will unlock the doors before remote starting, start the vehicle, then lock the doors after the vehicle starts. It will then lock the doors again if the remote start run time expires and the vehicle shuts down. The third option locks the doors upon remote start shut down only.
  • Page 17 Pulse Trigger – This option changes the amount of pulse trigger(s) needed to active the control 1-13 module as a slave unit. The default setting requires two ground or 12V+ pulses to activate. Setting 2 changes the trigger to a triple ground or 12V+ pulse. Setting 3 changes the trigger to a single ground or 12V+ pulse to activate the remote start sequence.
  • Page 18 Stage input wires. When Option 2 or 3 is set and the system is armed or disarmed and sees ground on either wire, the CM600-AS will not arm or disarm. 4-01 Connector 2, Pin 1 - This option will change the behavior of the green/white wire on Connector 2 (CN2).

  • Page 19: Option Programming

    4-03 ADS or Fortin - This option selects between the ADS iDatalink or Fortin bypass modules. Not all options may be supported on this port. In that event you will have to hardwire some connections between the bypass module and the CM-600AS. Special Option Menu This option menu will change the time output of Auxiliaries 1 through 4 on the CM-600AS.
  • Page 20 How To Program CM600-AS Options With Remotes Scroll Through Menu Lock + Unlock for 2.5 Option seconds then Lock + Menu 1 Unlock for 2.5 seconds Lock + Unlock for 2.5 Option seconds then Lock + Menu 2 Key/Start for 2.5...

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Remote Start Error Codes If the remote start fails to start the vehicle, the parking lights will flash three times immediately. Following those three flashes the parking lights will flash again corresponding to the error table; Number of Parking Light Remote Start Error Flashes Motor running | or | must program tach...

  • Page 22: Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I use any other CompuStar remotes on this system? A: Yes you may use any other 4 Pin Antenna RF Kit in the Firstech lineup. I am trying to program options with the OP500 Option Programmer and it flashes “ER 01” when I plug it in to the antenna cable.
  • Page 23 A: The system is in valet mode. Tap the Lock and Trunk Buttons and the same time for 0.5 seconds to exit Valet Mode. If that does not work try reprogramming the remotes again. Whenever I try to arm the vehicle, it chirps the siren 3 times and will not arm. A: Check all the trigger input wires for ground.

  • Page 24: Technical Support Contacts

    Technical Support Contacts Firstech technical support is reserved for authorized dealers only. Monday - Friday 888-820-3690 (8:00 am – 5:00 pm Pacific Standard Time) Email support@compustar.com techfeed.compustar.com Wiring Diagrams Go to www.firstechonline.com to access Computech3. If you are an authorized dealer and unable to access this site please contact your sales rep or us call 888-820-3690 Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Pacific Standard Time.

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