Operating Instructions for Prestige APS997N Remote Start System

Operating Instructions for Prestige APS997N Remote Security 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/Lock button on the key chain transmitter one time.
Silent Arming - Active:	Turn off the engine, exit the vehicle and close all doors, hood lid and trunk lid. Press and hold the Arm/Lock button on the key chain transmitter for two seconds.
Arming the System - Passive (Automatic):	Turn the ignition key off, exit the vehicle, and close all doors. The LED will begin to flash rapidly, 30 seconds later the system is armed. 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 re-start 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/horn sounds one chirp and the door locks are optional. 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 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 cause the battery to drain 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. Whenever the system is armed, the vehicle's starting circuit will be bypassed. If the thief should choose to ignore the siren/horn, the vehicle cannot be started. Any strong impact 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:	Note: If the optional 2 step door unlock circuit is installed, when the unlock transmitter button is activated, the drivers door only will unlock, pressing the unlock button a second time will cause all doors to unlock. As you approach the vehicle, press and release the Disarm/Unlock button on the key chain transmitter.
Silent Disarming:	As you approach the vehicle, press and hold the Arm/Disarm button on the key chain transmitter for 2 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. In this case you can cancel the siren sounding without disarming your alarm.
Intrusion Warning Signals:	This system will inform you if an intrusion attempt has occurred while you were away from the vehicle. If an intrusion attempt has occurred, the siren/horn will chirp 4 times and the parking lights will flash 3 times when disarming the system. Enter the vehicle, and observe the dash mounted LED to identify which zone was triggered. 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 a 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.
Push Button LED / Valet / Override / Programming Switch (PBLED):	The PBLED 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: Make sure the system is disarmed. Enter the vehicle, turn the ignition key to the on position. Press and hold the PBLED switch until the LED turns on solid. The system will remain in the valet mode. To return to normal operation, press and release the PBLED switch any time the ignition is on. Note: Always remember to return the vehicle to the valet off position. This will ensure that the vehicle remains protected at all times. Using the valet switch to manually 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 PBLED override switch. The alarm will stop sounding and enter the bypassed 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. To eliminate chirps: Turn the ignition key on then off. Within 10 seconds, press and release the PBLED switch 3 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 on the transmitter 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 Arm or Disarm button is pressed and release, the Panic mode will be turned off immediately. The normal function of this transmitter button will be suspended during the panic sounding period. The doors can be unlocked or locked while in panic mode by momentarily pressing the lock or unlock button respectively.
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. NOTE: Shock Sensor Icon Is Displayed On The LCD Panel. 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. The full detect trigger duration will be reduced from 30 seconds to 15 seconds. 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 keychain transmitter. Within 2 seconds of arming, 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.) Within 2 seconds of step 1, 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 twice.) Within 2 seconds of step 1, 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 keychain 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.
PBLED Safety Control Switch:	The Push-Button LED control switch allows you to temporarily disable the remote starting function of the system. This recommended whenever the vehicle is being serviced. To place the system in the service mode: With the system disarmed/unlocked, and the ignition switch off Press and Hold the PBLED on. Turn the ignition switch on, off, on, off, on, off. The LED begins to flash two short flashes followed by one long flashes and continues this pattern until returned to normal mode of operation. This puts the unit into the R/S Override mode indicating that the remote start is in the service mode and will not start from RF or any other input Posse or otherwise. To Exit R/S Override Mode: With the system disarmed, Press and Hold the PBLED on. Turn the ignition switch on, off, on, off, on, off. The LED turns off indicating that the R/S unit is fully functional one again.
Remote Starting the Vehicle:	The system WILL NOT start the vehicle if any one of the following conditions exists: The Vehicle Hood Is Opened. The Gear Selector Is In Any Gear Other Then Park. The Brake Is Depressed. The Safety Control Switch Is In The Off Position. WARNING! Be certain that the vehicle is outdoors before using this or any remote vehicle starting device. A running engine produces dangerous carbon monoxide fumes which can be harmful or fatal if prolonged exposure occurs. DO NOT remote start the vehicle if it is garaged. To Remote Start The Vehicle: Press and release the programmed channel of your keychain transmitter two times within 2 seconds. The vehicle will start and remain running for the preprogrammed 5, 10, 15, or 20 minutes. As a visual indication, the parking lights will flash or turn on depending on the programming set up by your installation center. When you arrive at your vehicle, disarm the alarm system by pressing and releasing the arm/disarm button of your keychain transmitter. Enter the vehicle and turn the ignition key to the on 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 start unit. The vehicle will continue to run but now on it's own power. NOTE: The engine will stop running before the expiration of the pre-programmed run timer if you complete any of the following: Press and release the programmed channel of your keychain transmitter two times within 2 seconds. Depress the brake pedal. Open the hood. Move the red handled control switch to the off position. Race the engine to above 4000 RPM.
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. This feature is especially useful in cold climates where the only means to keep the engine and engine fluids warm is to periodically start the engine. WARNING! Be certain that the vehicle is outdoors before using this or any remote vehicle starting device. A running engine produces dangerous carbon monoxide fumes which can be harmful or fatal if prolonged exposure occurs. DO NOT remote start the vehicle if it is garaged. TO BEGIN THE AUTOMATIC START UP 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 keychain transmitter 4 times). The parking lights will flash and the siren will chirp 4 times 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 (5,10,15 or 20 minutes), and then shut off. This will continue for 48 hours. NOTE: The automatic start up timer can also be initiated from the keychain transmitter. To do this: Start the vehicle using the keychain transmitter by pressing and releasing the second channel transmitter button 2 times. Shut off the vehicle using the keychain transmitter by pressing and releasing the second channel transmitter button 2 times. Within 10 seconds of step 2, activate the RF start command two times. (Push the second channel button of your keychain transmitter 4 times). The parking lights will flash and the siren will chirp 4 times indicating the timed start mode is activated. CANCELING THE AUTOMATIC START UP TIMER: To cancel the automatic start up 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. NOTE: Option button used in combination is only available on the alternate remote transmitter and not available on the LCD Transmitter.
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 is a 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 the upgrade unit will provide a operators manual advising of the features of the system and means available to control these features of your vehicle.