Operating Instructions for APS977A Remote Start System

Operating the Prestige APS977A 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 ignition, exit the vehicle, and close all doors, hood lid and trunk lid. Press and hold the Arm button on the key chain transmitter for two seconds.
Arming the System - Passive (Automatic):	Turn off the ignition, exit the vehicle, and close all doors, hood lid and trunk lid. The dash mounted 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 begins to flash slowly, the parking lights flash one time, the siren sound one chirp. If the siren did not sound when arming, then the chirps have been turned off.
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 key chain 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 to the shock sensor or an accessory triggering device that may have been added to the system. If the LED is flashing two times...pause...two times...pause, etc. then an intrusion attempt was made to the hood or trunk pin switch that was added to the system or to a light activated entry point if the alarm was installed using the voltage sensing feature. 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. 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 disable the remote starting functions of the system. This is recommended when the vehicle is being serviced. To use valet mode: With the system disarmed, enter the vehicle and turn the ignition key to the on position. Press and hold the valet switch until the dash mounted LED turns solid. To return to normal operation, press and release the valet switch any time the ignition is on. Note: Always remember to return the system to normal operation. This will ensure that the vehicle remains protected at all times.
Eliminating the Normal Arm/Disarm Chirps:	You can eliminate the chirps selectively any time you arm or disarm the system, if the feature has been activated, simply by holding the ARM or DISARM button for two seconds. 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 2 seconds. To do this: Turn the ignition key on then off. Within 10 seconds, press and release valet switch three times. If the chirps were on before you started, then you will hear two chirps indicating they have been turned off. If the chirps were off before you started, then you will hear one chirp indicating they have been turned on. Note: Whenever the chirps are bypassed, the 4-chirp intrusion indicator and 3 chirp defective zone indicator will always operate. Since these are important warnings to you that something has happened, they cannot be eliminated. Note: Your system must be programmed by the installation center to enable this feature.
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 transmitter button other than the Lock or Unlock 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. During the panic mode, the Lock and Unlock buttons can be used to lock and unlock the doors, (if the option is installed), however once the unlock/disarm button is pressed, the vehicle's starter inhibit device, (where installed) will be disabled allowing the vehicle to start. NOTE: While in the Panic mode, pressing and releasing the Lock or Unlock buttons will, if the option is installed, lock and unlock the doors respectively. While in the panic mode, anytime the Unlock button is pressed, the panic feature will continue for the allotted 30 seconds, however, the security system will be disarmed allowing the vehicle to start.
RF Shock Sensor Mode Selection:	The way in which your alarm system reacts to threatening vibrations, created by attempts to enter the vehicle by breaking a window, is adjustable by the transmitter immediately after arming. There are 4 modes of operation that can be selected by the operator: Normal Operation (default mode): In this mode, any strong vibrations will cause the siren to sound (full detect) for 30 seconds. Any lesser vibration will cause the siren to emit about 6 short warn away chirps, (pre-detect). Stage 1 (Omit pre-detect): In this mode, the warn away chirps created by the lesser vibration will be deleted. If strong vibration occurs, the siren will sound. Stage 2 (Omit pre & full detect): In this mode, both the pre-detect stage and the full trigger stage of the sensor are defeated. The unit will not react to vibration of any magnitude. Stage 3 (City Mode): In this mode, the pre-detect chirps will change from six pre-warning tones to a full 10 seconds of warning chirps. Note: Setting the stage of the shock sensor will be effective for one arming cycle only. Once the system has been disarmed, the very next arming cycle will cause the sensor to default to the normal operation stage. To change or adjust the shock sensor, press and release the ARM button of you key chain transmitter and then within 2 seconds do one of the following: Press and release the ARM button 1 time, to defeat the pre-detect stage of the shock sensor. (The lights will flash and the siren will chirp once.) Press and release the ARM button 2 times, to defeat the pre and full detect stages of the shock sensor. (The lights will flash and the siren will chirp two times.) Press and release the ARM button 3 times to enter the "City Mode" of operation. (The lights will flash and the siren will chirp three times.) While under control of the remote start the system can be programmed to allow you to shunt the shock sensor from the transmitter. If the system has been such programmed, simply press the lock button of your key chain transmitter anytime during the remote start cycle. The shock sensor will be shunted for the entire run cycle and will resume normal operation after the remote start unit shuts off. Check with your installation center to determine if this feature has been programmed into your system.
Safety (Red Handled) Control Switch:	The control switch allows you temporarily disable the remote starting function of your system. To disable the unit, move the red handled control switch to the off position. The control switch also allows you to select between 2 hour start up 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 (2 switch cycles) to select a 2 hour start timer. After 10 seconds expire, the parking lights will flash and the siren will chirp 2 times confirming that the two hour start cycle is set. Or within 10 seconds move the control switch off, on, off, on, off, on, off, on (4 switch cycles) to select a 4 hour start timer. The parking lights will flash and the siren will chirp 4 times confirming that the 4 hour start timer is set.
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 programmed channel 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). CAUTION! Do not turn the key to the start position. This will cause the starter motor to engage with the already running engine which could result in damage. 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 programmed channel 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 second channel button on the transmitter 2 times. Shut off the vehicle using the keychain transmitter by pressing and releasing the second channel transmitter button 2 times. Within 10 seconds, activate the RF start command two times (push the second channel 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.
Optional Device Output (Channel 3):	This security system is equipped with an output which will activate when the Trunk/Key button is depressed for 4 seconds. Other transmitter button configurations are also available. Consult with your installation center for other configurations that may have been programmed to operate a specific feature of your system.
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 Car Starter Remote Window Closure Remote Garage Door Interface To operate the accessory associated with Channel 4: Momentarily press or press and hold the appropriate transmitter button(s). Please consult with your installation center for further information.
Additional Remote Function (Channel 5):	This system has an additional output, (Channel 5), that can be connected to a number of different optional accessories. Some of the more common uses for this channel are: Remote Car Starter Remote Window Closure Remote Garage Door Interface To operate the accessory associated with Channel 5: Momentarily press or press and hold the appropriate transmitter button(s). Please consult with your installation center for further information.
Additional Remote Function (Channel 6):	This system has an additional output, (Channel 6), that can be connected to a number of different optional accessories. Some of the more common uses for this channel are: Remote Car Starter Remote Window Closure Remote Garage Door Interface To operate the accessory associated with Channel 6: Momentarily press or press and hold the appropriate transmitter button(s). Please consult with your installation center for further information.
Additional Remote Function (Channel 7):	This system has an additional output, (Channel 7), that can be connected to a number of different optional accessories. Some of the more common uses for this channel are: Remote Car Starter Remote Window Closure Remote Garage Door Interface To operate the accessory associated with Channel 7: Momentarily press or press and hold the appropriate transmitter button(s). Please consult with your installation center for further information.
Turbo Timer Mode:	This system provides a means to cool down the vehicles turbo charger, if so equipped, by allowing the vehicle to continue to run for a prescribed period of time every time the vehicle's engine is turned off. This feature requires the system to be set up for turbo timer during installation. Consult with your installation center to be certain this feature was activated and how long the vehicle will continue to run, 3, 5, or 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off. To activate the turbo timer, anytime the engine is running for more than 15 seconds: Place the gear selector in park. Set the parking, (hand) brake. Be certain your foot is off the brake pedal. Press the program/Push-Button switch 2 times within 5 seconds. The parking lights will flash two times indicating the mode was successfully entered. If your parking lights flashed four times, this indicates the turbo mode was on and is now turned off. With the turbo timer mode selected on, after you've arrived at your destination, while the engine is still running, set the parking brake, pause 2 seconds, then turn the ignition switch to the off position. The engine will continue to run the allotted time according to the selection during installation. If you do not want the vehicle to continue to run for one cycle, simply step on the vehicle's brake, or release the parking brake, or activate the transmitter's start button two times in succession. Any of these will cause the engine to turn off.
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 most recent Telematic Upgrades. If you had a Telematic Upgrade installed, the manual supplied with upgrade unit will provide an operator's manual advising of you the features of the system and means available to control these features of your vehicle.

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