Operating Instructions for APS786 Remote Start System

Operating Instructions for Prestige APS786 Remote Start System
Arming the System - Active:	Turn off the ignition, exit the vehicle, and close all doors, hood lid and trunk lid. Press and release the Arm button on the key chain transmitter one time.
Silent Arming - Active:	Turn off the engine, exit the vehicle and close all doors.  Press and hold the Arm button for two seconds.
Arming the System - Passive (Automatic):	Turn off the engine, exit the vehicle, and close all doors. The LED begins to flash rapidly, indicating 30 second passive arming has begun. Opening any protected entry point during the 30 second passive arming cycle will immediately suspend automatic arming and the 30 second passive arming cycle will restart when all doors are closed. At the end of the passive arming cycle the led will flash slowly, the parking lights will flash once and the siren will sound one chirp.
Protection While the System is Armed:	Opening any protected door, hood, or trunk lid will cause the alarm to immediately sound. The alarm will continue to sound for 30 seconds, then stop and continue to monitor all protected entry points. If the thief left a door opened, the alarm will sound for six 30 second cycles, remain armed and ignore that triggered zone. Whenever the system is armed, the dash mounted LED will slowly flash. This serves as a visual deterrent to a potential thief. This LED is a very low current light emitting diode and will not drain the battery even if left unattended for long periods of time. Whenever the system is triggered, the vehicle's parking lights will flash for the full 30 second alarm cycle, attracting visual attention to the vehicle. Any strong impact to the vehicle's glass will cause the alarm to trigger for the full 30 second alarm cycle. Any mild impact to the vehicle's glass will cause the alarm to sound a short series of warning tones.
Disarming the System:	As you approach the vehicle, press and release the Disarm button on the key chain transmitter.
Silent Disarming:	As you approach the vehicle, press and hold the Disarm button on the transmitter for two seconds.
While the System is Sounding:	If during a triggered state, you wish to shut off the siren without disarming your security system, simply press and release any transmitter button other than the disarm button. This action will turn off the siren yet leave the vehicle fully armed and protected.
Intrusion Warning Signals:	This system will inform you if an intrusion attempt has occurred while you were away from the vehicle. Upon disarm, the siren will chirp 4 times and the parking lights will flash 3 times. Enter the vehicle and before turning on the ignition switch, observe the LED flash pattern. If the LED is flashing one time...pause...one time...pause, etc. then an intrusion attempt was made by impact or a strong vibration that the shock sensor detected. Check the vehicle for possible damage to the glass or body panels. If the LED is flashing two times...pause...two times...pause, etc. then an intrusion attempt was made to the hood, trunk or by an accessory triggering device. Check the vehicle for indications of forced entry to these openings. If the LED is flashing three times...pause...three times...pause, etc., then an intrusion attempt was made through one of the vehicle's doors. Check all doors for indications of forced entry. These intrusion warning indicators are stored in the system's memory, and will only be erased when the ignition key is turned on.
Valet Switch:	The valet switch allows you to temporarily bypass all alarm functions, eliminating the need to hand your transmitter to parking attendants or garage mechanics. When the system is in valet mode, all alarm functions are bypassed, however the remote panic feature and remote door locks will remain operational. To enter the valet mode: The system must first be disarmed. Turn the ignition switch to the on position. Press and hold the valet switch until the dash mounted LED turns on solid. To return to the normal mode of operation, press and release the switch any time the ignition switch is in the on position. Note: Always remember to exit the Valet mode after servicing to ensure that the vehicle remains protected at all times. To override the system: Open the vehicle door, the alarm will sound. Turn the ignition switch to the on position. Within 5 seconds, press and release the valet switch. The alarm system will stop sounding and enter the bypass mode. You can now start and operate the vehicle normally.
Eliminating the Arm/Disarm Chirps:	You can eliminate the chirps selectively any time you arm or disarm the system simply by holding the Arm/Disarm button for two seconds. This will prevent the siren/horn for one lock or unlock cycle. If you find the normal arming and disarming chirps annoying, they can be turned off permanently, eliminating the need to hold the Arm/Disarm button for two seconds. To eliminate chirps: Turn the ignition key on then off. Within 10 seconds, push the valet switch three times. If the chirps were on before you started, then you will hear 2 chirps indicating they have been turned off. If the chirps were off before you started, then you hear one chirp indicating they have been turned on.
Remote Panic Operation:	The lock or unlock button on your key chain transmitter also functions as a panic switch for use in emergency situations. To use remote panic: Press and hold the lock or unlock button on the key chain transmitter for 3 or more seconds. The alarm will immediately sound. To stop the alarm: Press and hold the lock or unlock button again for 3 seconds. If the button is not pressed, the alarm will automatically stop after 30 seconds. Also, if any other transmitter button is pressed and released, the panic mode will be turned off immediately. The normal function of this transmitter button will be suspended during the panic sounding period.
Safety (Red Handled) Control Switch:	The control switch allows you to temporarily disable the remote starting function of the system. To disable the unit: Move the control switch to the off position. The control switch also allows you to select between 2 and 4 hour start up when using the automatic start up timer mode. The factory preset start up time for this mode is every 4 hours. To select between 2 or 4 hour start up timer: Begin with the control switch in the on position. Turn the ignition switch on then off. Within 10 seconds, move the control switch off, on, off, on to select a 2 hour start timer. Or, within 10 seconds, move the control switch off, on, off, on, off, on, off, on to select a 4 hour start timer.
Remote Starting the Vehicle:	This unit will not start if any one of the following situations exists: The vehicle's hood lid is opened. The gear shift selector is not in Park. The brake pedal is depressed. The system is placed in the override position. To start the vehicle: Press and release the trunk/key button on the transmitter two times within 2 seconds. The vehicle will start and remain running for the pre-programmed time. As a visual indication, the parking lights will flash or remain on depending on the setting by your installation center. When you arrive at the vehicle, disarm the alarm by pressing and releasing the arm/disarm button on your transmitter. Enter the vehicle and turn the ignition key to the on position (not the start position). Step on the brake pedal to disengage the remote starter. The vehicle will continue to run, but now on its own power.
Operating on Automatic Start Up Timer Mode:	Your system has the ability to automatically start the vehicle every 2 or 4 hours over a 48 hour period. To being the timer: Turn the ignition key on then off. Within 10 seconds, activate the RF start command two times (push the trunk/key button of your transmitter 4 times). The parking lights will flash indicating the timed start mode is activated. The vehicle on a 2 or 4 hour interval basis, will automatically start, run for the pre-programmed time and then shut off. This will continue for 48 hours. To start the timer using only the transmitter: Start the vehicle using the transmitter by pressing and releasing the trunk/key button on the transmitter 2 times. Shut off the vehicle using the keychain transmitter by pressing and releasing the trunk/key transmitter button 2 times. Within 10 seconds, activate the RF start command two times (push the trunk/key button 4 times). The parking lights will flash and the siren will chirp 4 times indicating the timed start mode is activated. To cancel the start timer, do one of the following: Start the vehicle manually with the use of the ignition key and depress the brake pedal. Remote start the vehicle using your keychain RF transmitter.
Additional Remote Function (Channel 3):	This system has an additional output, (Channel 3), that can be connected to a number of different optional accessories. Remote Trunk Release Remote Window Closure Remote Garage Door Interface To operate the accessory associated with Channel 3: Press and hold the trunk/key button of your keychain transmitter for 4 seconds.
Additional Remote Function (Channel 4):	This system has an additional output, (Channel 4), that can be connected to a number of different optional accessories. Some of the more common uses for this channel are: Remote Trunk Release Remote Window Closure Remote Garage Door Interface To operate the accessory associated with Channel 4: Press and release the Option button(s) of your keychain transmitter. Check with your installation center for operation of the accessory that may be connected to channel 4.
Telematic Upgrade:	This system has the ability to have a telematic upgrade module connected to it. This is an upgrade that can give you control of certain functions of your vehicle from a Telephone, or in some cases a computer interface. Please check with your installation center for the most recent Telematic Upgrades. If you had a Telematic Upgrade installed, the manual supplied with the upgrade unit will provide an operator's manual advising your of the features of the system and means available to control these features of your vehicle.

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Owner's Manual.