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Congratulations Congratulations on the purchase of your state-of-the-art remote start and keyless entry system. Reading this Owner’s Guide prior to using your system will help maximize the use of your system and its many features.For any additional questions please contact your authorized Directed dealer or contact Directed at 1-800-753-0600. (U.S.
Contents Getting Started.................................................................................................... 4 Charging the remote control:................................................................. 4 Keys to using this manual...................................................................... 5 Remote Control Information .................................................................................. 6 Control Center ................................................................
Screen Color ..................................................................................... 24 Temp Unit ......................................................................................... 24 Button Beep....................................................................................... 25 System Type ...................................................................................... 25 Clock Set ..........................................................................................
Glossary of Terms.............................................................................................. 46 Patent Information ............................................................................................. 47 Government Regulations .................................................................................... 48 Warning! Safety First ......................................................................................... 50 Installation ..........................................
Getting Started Your Responder LC remote is powered by an internal rechargeable battery that can only be serviced by an authorized Directed dealer. Due to transit and storage time prior to your purchase, the battery charge may have depleted. To ensure proper operation, check the battery level and if not fully charged, use the provided cable to connect to the USB port on a computer. See “Battery Information (Responder LC)” on page 43 and “Status Screen Icons” on page 8 for more information about the battery.
Keys to using this manual At a Glance Specific actions (in bold type) and style conventions are used consistently throughout this manual, they are as follows: • • • • • Press: implies pushing in and releasing a button. Hold: is used after Press actions when a button needs to be held in position for an extended period of time, typically several seconds. LOCKED this style denotes the text which appears in the text field portion of the Display during operations described in the manual.
Remote Control Information Feature Description Internal Antenna Used for transmitting and receiving information Display Status screen - the upper portion of the display contains status icons for the System, Remote Start and Remote Control.
LED Control Center At a Glance Control Center Button The Control Center, typically located on the upper part of the front windshield sends and receives commands or messages to and from your system. It consists of: • • • The In-vehicle system antenna, for 2 way communication. The Status LED, as a visual indicator of the system’s status. The Control button, for placing the system into Valet Mode* and to perform the Emergency Override** operation.
Status Screen Icons Status Screen Icons ALL 1 Text Field The table below describes all the status screen icons. Icon Description System Status Locked: The system is locked. Locked: The system is Locked in Valet. Unlocked: The system is Unlocked. Remote Start Unlocked: The system is Unlocked in Valet. 8 Remote start is active, the engine is running. Timer mode is On; Remote Start is On. Note: When the icon is without an arrow head: Timer mode is enabled: Remote Start is Off © 2013 Directed.
Icon Remote Start At a Glance + Description Smart Start is On; Remote Start is On. Note: When the icon is without an arrow head: Smart Start is On; Remote Start is Off.
Icon Description Bars indicate battery level is Full, ¾,½,¼ or Empty On while the remote control is transmitting a command On while the remote control is receiving a message Remote Control Status On with Out of Range fault tone to indicate the remote failed to receive a command confirmation Pager on: The remote will wake up to listen for messages Pager off: The remote will not wake up to listen for messages The remote will Vibrate when messages are received The remote will emit Beeps and Tones when messa
Using your System Commands and Confirmations Performing Commands Perform Basic commands by pressing one of the command buttons while in the Direct Access level. Direct access is available while the text field displays the Clock, Temperature or Runtime. Perform Advanced commands by pressing one of the command buttons after accessing one of the Function Levels. Function Levels are available when the text field displays LEVEL 1,2,3 or 4. Advanced command example: Silent Lock 1.
Responder LC Command table Level Direct Access Button x1 LEVEL 1 Lock x2 x3 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 x4 LEVEL 4 Silent Lock (Panic) UnLock Silent UnLock Remote Valet Car Finder Remote Start Runtime Timer Start Smart Start Defogger AUX 3 AUX 4 Reset AUX Aux/Trunk AUX 1 AUX 2 Advance Level Temperature Runtime Change Car Check Remaining (3s), Enter programming (8s) Fault Condition Alerts If, when performing a command, a condition exists that does not allow activation of a Remote Start f
Basic commands (Direct Access) Lock ALL 1 Press and release 6:30 If the door was open when locking, you are notified of an active zone immediately after locking the system. The horn in the vehicle “honks” again. The 2-way remote control sounds a short “error” tone, and the LCD displays the door icon. Note: the optional door input and horn honk must be connected for the system to give notification.
AUX/Trunk Press and hold AUX The Trunk opens (if connected) when this button is pressed for 2 seconds. The TRUNK text and tones play to confirm. Remote Start Press and release Activates (or if On, deactivates) the remote starter. The engine and parking lights turn On and the REMOTE START ON text and tones play, or the engine and parking lights turn Off and the REMOTE START OFF text and tones play to confirm, the Remote Start status icons update.
Advanced commands: (Level 1) Press and release the button 1 time first, before pressing one of the following commands. ALL 1 level 1 Silent Lock The doors lock (if connected), and the parking lights flash once. The SILENT LOCKED text plays to confirm and the System Status icons update. Valet mode* message may be received. Silent UnLock Press and release The doors unlock (if connected), and the parking lights flash twice. The SILENT UNLOCK text plays to confirm and the System Status icons update.
will reset the runtime counter to the pre-programmed setting. The RUNTIME text and tones play to confirm. The text field will update if set to display runtime. Note Remote Start must be On to use this feature. Temp Request Press and hold the button Requests the vehicle’s interior temperature and temporarily displays it via status screen icon and text field. * See”Remote and System Operations” on page 35 for details. 16 © 2013 Directed. All rights reserved.
Advanced commands: (Level 2) Press and release the button 2 times first, before pressing one of the following commands. ALL 1 level 2 Remote Valet Enters (or if On, exits) Valet Mode. The VALET text and beeps (1 for On, 2 for Off) play to confirm and the System Status icons update. See Valet Mode for more details. AUX 2 Press and release AUX Activates (or if On, deactivates) the Aux 2 output. The text and On tones or Off tones play to confirm.
Runtime Remaining Press and hold the button Requests the remaining Remote start runtime and temporarily displays it in the text field. Note Remote Start must be On to use this feature. * See”Remote and System Operations” on page 35 for details. 18 © 2013 Directed. All rights reserved.
Advanced commands: (Level 3) Press and release the button 3 times first, before pressing one of the following commands. ALL 1 level 3 Car finder Press and release Smart Start* Press and release Activates (or if On, deactivates) Smart Start. The parking lights flash quickly five times for On and slowly five times for Off. The SMART START ON or SMART START OFF text and beeps play to confirm and the Remote start status icons update. Note System needs to be Locked or Smart Start will not start the engine.
Advanced commands: (Level 4) Press and release the button 4 times first, before pressing one of the following commands. ALL 1 level 4 AUX 4 Press and release AUX Activates (or if On, deactivates) the Aux 4 output. The text and On tones or Off tones play to confirm. AUX CHANNEL Defogger* Press and release Activates the vehicle Defogger circuit (if connected) while Remote Start is activated. The DEFOG ON text and beeps play to confirm and the Remote Start status icons update.
Responder LC configuration Operations of the Responder LC and how it communicates messages are set in the configuration Main Menu. Navigating menus and options Navigating menus and features, changing options, and exiting are performed using the remote control buttons. The following instructions discuss how to access and configure the settings. Button operation • AUX Access menu items 1. 2. 3. Press and hold the button for 8 seconds, the remote will beep once, MAIN MENU is displayed.
Main Menu The following Main Menu list of features is available for configuration of the remote control. Setup Remote menu: Keypad Lock Options: OFF , AUTO When OFF , the buttons do not lock and always perform a command when pressed. When set to AUTO , the remote buttons lock after a 20 second lapse between buttons presses to prevent unintentional operations. If a button is pressed when locked a fault tone plays as an alert followed by unlock instructions in the text field.
Off after one week, if the remote control is not used during this period. Just press any button to resume system monitoring. When set to ON it wakes up every few seconds to listen for pages from the system. When set to OFF it does not wake up to receive remote start or factory alarm trigger pages. Note: When OFF , responses are still received when a command is performed but alarm trigger pages will not be received.
Runtime Alert Options: ON , OFF The main unit will send a page to alert you when the runtime is about to expire. When set to ON , an alert is generated when the Remote Start Time-out message is received. When OFF , no alert output is emitted for the message. Car 2 Options: OFF , ON , HOME This remote can control two systems independently. When set to OFF , the Car2 select option is not available. When set to ON the remote can be set to control 2 systems.
Button Beep Options: ON , OFF When set to ON , the remote will emit a beep as confirmation of a button press. When set to OFF , beeps are not emitted for button presses. System Type Options: SEC , RKE Clock Set Options: HOUR , MIN Review Displays firmware version Exit Exits and returns to the main menu © 2013 Directed. All rights reserved.
Pair Remote Remote pairing is a process where the Responder LC remote, and the in-vehicle system learn the other’s encrypted identification, securing communication between the two from intruders. Note: Remotes are pre-programmed from the factory. Prepare the vehicle system to be Paired with a new remote 1. Turn the key to the On position. 2. Within 5 seconds press and release 1 time the Control button on the Control Center. 3. Within 5 seconds, press and hold the Control button.
Demo mode: Demo Mode plays a pre-selected group of animations as a demonstration tool to show friends or family. Running Demo mode shortens the battery life over time if used excessively: • • SINGLE SILENT : The remote will display a selection of icons on the status screen without beeps and tones then stop SINGLE SOUND : The remote will display a selection of icons on the status screen with beeps and tones then stop Power Off: Exit: To return to normal operation, press the played. © 2013 Directed.
System Features Factory Alarm Trigger Notification: This system has an optional input that can be connected to the horn circuit. If the vehicle has a factory alarm controlled by the lock/unlock keyless entry system, the remote reports when the factory alarm is triggered - the remote screen displays the alarm icon and “alarm door open” displays the text area. Status LED: The Control Center Status LED flashes as a visual indicator that your vehicle’s remote start system is locked.
Remote Start Features Key Takeover When you are ready to drive The system keeps the engine running until the vehicle is ready to be driven. To perform Key Takeover: 1. Unlock the system and enter the vehicle, do not step on the foot brake. 2. Insert the key, turn it to the run position, and then step on the foot brake, the remote start then turns off. 3. The parking lights turn off to indicate remote start is off, and then after a few seconds the remote plays the REMOTE START OFF message.
Precautions for the Advanced Start features: • Park the vehicle in a well ventilated area away from windows and doors that lead into inhabited spaces. • Lock the vehicle, the engine will not start unless the doors are locked. • Only one Advanced start feature can be enabled at any given time. • For manual transmission vehicles MTS mode must be enabled before Timer Mode or Smart Start can be activated. • Timer Start or Smart Start mode automatically exits when the vehicle is unlocked.
Note The temperature and battery thresholds can be changed by an authorized Directed dealer if a higher or lower threshold is desired. Temperature Reporting During Remote start the vehicle interior is checked regularly for temperature changes. If a change in temperature is detected this report will be sent to the remote for display. Each time the remote receives this report it will beep, update, and display the newest temperature information using the Temperature Gauge icon.
4. continues running for the programmed runtime. Exit the vehicle and Lock the system. Note For Pit Stop on manual transmission vehicles follow the directions in the “Manual Transmission Start (MTS mode)” on page 32 section with the door open. Manual Transmission Start (MTS mode) When installed into a manual transmission vehicle, the system requires that the MTS mode is properly set when parking.
7. The engine turns off and after a few seconds, the REMOTE START OFF message plays to confirm. If the door is opened in Step 3 then the engine continues to run. Turbo Timer Mode The system keeps the engine running for the Turbo Timer runtime and can be activated by remote control or optional dash mounted activation button. 1. With the engine running, set the parking brake. 2. Within 20 seconds, press the optional dash mounted activation button or perform the Timer Mode command. 3.
Flashes * Possible Fault Solution 5 Brake on Release foot brake 6 Hood open Close hood 7 After performing Remote Start command - MTS not enabled Enable MTS mode After performing Timer Mode or Smart Start command Check all Solutions Toggle Switch off Turn switch on 8 * Refers to the number of parking light flashes. 34 © 2013 Directed. All rights reserved.
Remote and System Operations Passive Locking* Park and exit the vehicle, after the doors are closed the Passive Locking countdown begins. The led flashes quickly and upon reaching 20 seconds the horn honks once. At 30 seconds the system Locks itself. Anytime before the system Locks you can re-enter the vehicle to load or unload items and, after closing passive Locking resumes.
Valet Mode Valet mode can be entered and exited by performing the Remote Valet command or manually using the vehicle key and the control button. When entered, the optional Failsafe Starter Kill is defeated while the convenience features still operate normally. Lock and Unlock commands still lock and unlock the doors while the VALET text and beeps play to confirm. Use 1. 2. 3.
Out of Range Each time a command is performed the remote will expect a command confirmation from the system. If a command confirmation is not received the out-of-range icon ( ) and a fault tone will play as an alert. No Remote Output Occasionally when a command is performed the remote may not generate a command confirmation output or Out of Range output. This indicates that the system received the command but it was an incomplete command (e.g.
1-way Companion Remote Control Level Direct Access x1 Button x2 LEVEL 1 Lock LEVEL 2 x3 LEVEL 3 x4 LEVEL 4 Silent Lock (Panic) Unlock Silent Unlock Remote Valet Car Finder Remote Start Runtime Timer Start Smart Start Defogger AUX 2 AUX 3 AUX 4 Reset AUX Aux/Trunk AUX 1 Not Used Used to access function levels for Advanced Commands ( with multiplier in top row implies button presses) Using the 1 way companion remote The companion 1 way remote commands the system features as shown i
Button Auto Lock When On, the remote control buttons lock if more than 20 seconds lapses between button presses. If a button is pressed when locked, a fault tone is emitted. To unlock the buttons; press the button followed by the button, the buttons unlock and tones play to confirm. Car Select Car 2 must first be turned On (See Remote Features menu under Programming). Press and hold the button for 3 seconds.
• Remote Beeps: Press to turn on/off. • Car 2 feature: Press to turn on/off. Once the desired feature has been changed you can exit programming by following the procedure described previously. 2. Remote Learning After entering the programming mode: Press and hold the button,3 LED flashes and beeps indicates the remote is ready to program to the system.
System Expansion Options Controlling two vehicles (Car Select) The Responder LC and 1way companion remote can control systems in two different vehicles saving the need for multiple remote controls. This feature also allows for customized system configurations on each vehicle that has more than one driver. See Owner Recognition for details. Owner recognition The system can be configured to recognize the remote used when unlocking, and will change selected features to match the remote users preferences.
Auxiliary Channels The Auxiliary Channel outputs of this system can activate many of the convenience features found in today’s vehicles. Once a command is performed to activate a convenience feature the Responder LC displays text that matches the feature. The system installer can clarify if any of the below listed features are compatible with your vehicle.
Battery Information (Responder LC) The Responder LC remote control is powered by an internal rechargeable battery that can be serviced only through an authorized Directed Electronics dealer. The information and precautions in this section can help maximize your battery’s life and usage in providing your Responder LC remote control with many years of trouble free operation.
Low Battery Alerts When Unlocking the system using a remote with a low battery the horn will emit one additional horn honk as an alert. If confirmation honks are programmed off, the system will still emit one honk as an alert when Unlocking. After performing a command, LOWBAT and several beeps play on the Responder LC remote to indicate the battery needs to be charged.
Battery Information (1-Way) The 1- way companion remote is powered by one 3V coin cell lithium battery (P/N CR-2032) that will last approximately one year under normal use. Battery Replacement 1. If present, remove the small screw on the back of the remote. 2. Use a small flat blade screwdriver and insert it into the slot located along the bottom of the remote, near the key ring. Carefully pry open the case. 3. Gently slide out the used battery to remove it from the holding clip.
Glossary of Terms Document Terminology 46 Control Module The “brain” of your system. Usually hidden underneath the dash area of the vehicle. It houses the microprocessor which monitors your vehicle and controls all of the system’s functions. Responder LC (2-way Remote Control) A hand-held, remote control which operates the various functions of your system and receives messages and pages from the system.
Patent Information This product is covered by one or more of the following United States patents: Remote Start Patents: 5,349,931; 5,872,519; 5,914,667; 5,952,933; 5,945,936; 5,990,786; 6,028,372; 6,467,448; 6,561,151; 7,191,053; 7,483,783 Vehicle Security Patents: 5,467,070; 5,532,670; 5,534,845; 5,563,576; 5,646,591; 5,650,774; 5,673,017; 5,712,638; 5,872,519; 5,914,667; 5,952,933; 5,945,936; 5,990,786; 6,028,505; 6,452,484 Other patents pending. © 2013 Directed. All rights reserved.
Government Regulations This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Control Center To satisfy FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the device and its antenna must maintain a separation distance of 20 cm or more from the person’s body, except for the hand and wrists, to satisfy RF exposure compliance. This device complies with the Industry Canada Radio Standards Specification RSS 210.
Warning! Safety First Please read the safety warnings below before proceeding. Improper use of the product may be dangerous or illegal. Installation Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this product must only be performed by an authorized Directed dealer. If you have any questions, ask your retailer or contact Directed directly at 1-800-753-0600. Remote Start Capable When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control transmitter.
Before remote starting a manual transmission vehicle, be sure to: • Leave the vehicle in neutral and be sure no one is standing in front or behind the vehicle. • Only remote start on a flat surface • Have the parking brake fully engaged WARNING! It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure the parking/emergency brake properly functions. Failure to do so can result in personal injury or property damage.
OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE STARTS IN GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF OPERATION. OPERATING THE REMOTE START SYSTEM UNDER THESE CONDITIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY CEASE THE USE OF THE UNIT AND SEEK THE ASSISTANCE OF AN AUTHORIZED Directed DEALER TO REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED REMOTE START MODULE. DIRECTED WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OR PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS.
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OR A DISPUTE INVOLVING DIRECTED OR ITS SUBSIDIARY, THE VENUE SHALL BE SAN DIEGO COUNTY IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. CALIFORNIA STATE LAWS AND APPLICABLE FEDERAL LAWS SHALL APPLY AND GOVERN THE DISPUTE. THE MAXIMUM RECOVERY UNDER ANY CLAIM AGAINST DIRECTED SHALL BE STRICTLY LIMITED TO THE AUTHORIZED DIRECTED DEALER’S PURCHASE PRICE OF THE UNIT.
