®/MD OWNER’S MANUAL TR2550A 2016/08 INSTRUCTIONS EN FRANÇAIS AU VERSO
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE 2 WELCOME TO IDATASTART Congratulations on the purchase of your iDataStart remote start system. Please take a moment to review the following table of contents to help you quickly access the information you need.
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE 3 IDATASTART REMOTE OVERVIEW Your iDataStart remote start system may include one or both long-range remotes listed below. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with their general features. CASING RELEASE BUTTON REMOTE MODEL TR2550A Technology FM 2-WAY Max. Range 3000 feet Buttons 5 Transmit Confirmation (TX) Chime Receive Confirmation (RX) LCD icon + Chime Batteries Required Avg. Battery Life Warranty 2 x CR2450 8-15 months 1 year CUSTOMER SUPPORT: 866.427.
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE 4 IDATASTART REMOTE FUNCTIONS & CONFIRMATIONS Your iDataStart LCD remote can pack over 30 functions using only 5 buttons. In order to get the most out of your remotes, please take a moment to get acquainted with the following functions below: NOTES: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. All functions must be enabled by an Authorized Dealer during installation to be functional on remote Non-highlighted icons = Press & release button Highlighted (grey) icons = Press & hold button for 2.
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE BUTTON(S) FUNCTION DESCRIPTION 5 CONFIRMATION FEEDBACK Query voltage: 1 chirp, display voltage (ex: ) for 3 seconds. Queries vehicle and vehicle battery voltage and interior temperature. Query* Query temperature: 1chirp, display temperature (ex: ) for 3 seconds. Query shut down error: 3 chirps, display error (ex: ) for 3 seconds. Panic* Triggers the panic siren. AUX 5* To be completed by Authorized Dealer if applicable 1 chirp, display .
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE 6 BUTTON(S) FUNCTION DESCRIPTION CONFIRMATION FEEDBACK , AUX 2 To be completed by Authorized Dealer if applicable 1 chirp, display . , AUX 3 To be completed by Authorized Dealer if applicable 1 chirp, display . , AUX 4 To be completed by Authorized Dealer if applicable 1 chirp, display . 2nd Car Mode Controls two iDataStartequipped vehicles using one remote. Works with all functions marked with an asterisk (*). Same as 1st car.
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE BUTTON(S) , , + + FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Disables the vehicle’s horn and alarm siren even when alarm is triggered. Remote will still receive alarm notification. Mute ON/OFF Shock Sensor ON/OFF Disables shock sensors if installed. 7 CONFIRMATION FEEDBACK ON: 1 chirp, display OFF: 2 chirps, . disappears. ON: 1 chirp, display OFF: 2 chirps, , , , + Ignition Lock ON/OFF Automatically locks doors when engine is running.
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE 8 BUTTON(S) , FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Set your vehicle to automatically remote start every 2, 3 or 4 hours (programmable) or from a temperature sensor sold separately. Weather Start ON/OFF + Shows the remote technology on LCD for 3 seconds. , Query Remote Technology , Query Remote Firmware Version CONFIRMATION FEEDBACK ON: 1 chirp, display OFF: 2 chirps, ) Displays firmware version (ex: ) for 3 seconds. ON: 1 chirp + LCD backlight flash 1 time.
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE BUTTON(S) , , , FUNCTION DESCRIPTION 9 CONFIRMATION FEEDBACK 1. Set time 2. Set alarm time 3. Set backlight ON/OFF 4. Set vibration on/off 5. Set chirp on/off 6. Set remote turn off time. up or on down or off next option Remote Settings 75% - 100% Battery Level Shows the remote battery level.
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE 10 REPLACING IDATASTART REMOTE BATTERIES Follow the steps below to replace the batteries in your iDataStart remotes OR scan the QR code below to view a video tutorial. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Insert a 25 cent coin into the hollow (bottom left) corner of your iDataStart remote. Gently twist the coin until the casing pops open. Use your coin to pry open the rest of the case perimeter. Carefully remove the circuit board from the case.
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE 11 ADJUSTING ENGINE RUNTIME SETTINGS Once remote started from your factory key fob or long-range remote, your vehicle will run for the programmed ‘runtime’ setting. The default runtime is 15 minutes but it can also be programmed for 3, 5, 10, 25, 30 or 35 minutes. If you wish to change your remote start runtime setting, contact your iDataStart Authorized Dealer.
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE 12 WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE To ensure safety during vehicle servicing, the remote starter must be placed in ‘Valet Mode’. The ‘Valet Mode’ will disable remote start functionality. To activate or deactivate the ‘Valet Mode’, follow the instructions below or scan the QR codes to view a video tutorial. With Vehicle Key FUNCTION Valet Mode ON Valet Mode OFF ACTION # OF PARKING LIGHT FLASHES Cycle ignition OFF/ON 2x rapidly, then press brake 3x.
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE 13 REMOTE START TROUBLESHOOTING If your iDataStart remote fails to start the vehicle, the parking lights will flash three times immediately, then flash a number of times according to the errors below: # OF PARKING LIGHT FLASHES DIAGNOSTIC SOLUTION 3+1 Engine is already running Turn engine OFF 3+2 Key in ignition at ON position Remove key from ignition 3+4 Trunk is open Close trunk 3+5 Foot brake is ON Release foot brake 3+6 Hood is open Close hood 3+8 Tach failu
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE 14 VEHICLE SHUTDOWN TROUBLESHOOTING If the remote start sequence has been completed and the vehicle shuts down, the vehicle’s parking lights will flash 4 times immediately, then flash a number of times according to the errors below: # OF PARKING LIGHT FLASHES DIAGNOSTIC SOLUTION 4+1 No engine rev detected Turn ignition ON before trying to remote start 4+3 Foot brake detected Release foot brake 4+4 Hood open detected Close hood 4+5 Engine revving over 3000 RPM Check y
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE 15 LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (“ADS”) warrants to the original purchaser of the iDataStart product that the following components product shall be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and circumstances: Control module and installation harnesses For as long as the original purchaser owns the vehicle in which it was originally installed.
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE 16 FCC STATEMENT 1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 2. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
IDATASTART OWNER’S GUIDE IC STATEMENT This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference. (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Cet appareil est conforme aux CNR exemptes de licence d'Industrie Canada .
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