Python 4811P Owner's Manual

quality products and services that excite and delight our customers. O W N E R’ S G U I D E M O D E L 4811P 4816P The company behind Python® Auto Security Systems is Directed. Since its inception, Directed has had one purpose, to provide consumers with the finest vehicle security and accessories available. The recipient of nearly 100 pat- ents and Innovations Awards in the field of advanced electronic technology. Quality Directed products are sold and serviced throughout North America and around the world. SECURITY FOR THE BEST ®

tem has been designed to provide years of trouble-free operation. By carefully reading this owner’s guide prior to using your system, you will maximize the use of this system and its features. What you get • One 2- way, 1- button remote control • One 1- way, 1- button remote control • Owners Guide

Read the "Government Regulations" and "Warning! Safety First" sections of this manual prior to operating this system. Warning! Failure to heed this information can result in death, personal injury or property damage and may also result in the illegal use of the system beyond its intended purpose. This product is designed for fuel-injected, automatic trans- mission vehicles only. Installing it in a standard transmis- sion vehicle is dangerous and is contrary to its intended use.

Commands At a Glance System State Press/Release Press/Hold for 3 sec. ENGINE OFF START ENGINE CAR FINDER ENGINE ON UNLOCK DOORS STOP ENGINE Note: If a feature cannot be activated when performing a command with the 2-way remote control or if the system is out of range, a fault tone plays as an alert. Start Engine When the engine is OFF, press and release the remote control button to start the engine. See "Using Remote Start" on page 3 for more feature details. Unlock Doors When the engine is ON with remote start, press and release the re- mote control button. The doors unlock, the parking lights flash, the horn sounds (if connected) as confirmation. The 2-way remote control emits tones. Note: Horn honk may be an optional feature that requires additional parts and labor. Stop Engine When the engine is ON with remote start, press and hold the remote control button for three seconds. The engine stops running and the park- ing lights turn off. The 2-way remote control emits tones.

three seconds. The horn sounds once (if connected) and the parking lights flash multiple times. The 2-way remote control emits a single tone. Using Remote Start This feature allows you to remotely start and run your vehicle for a programmable period of time. This makes it possible to warm up the engine, and adjust the interior temperature of the vehicle with the cli- mate control system. If interior heating or cooling is desired, the climate controls must be preset, and the fan blower must be set to the desired level prior to remote starting the vehicle. Important! (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with the vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with the key in the ignition. Starting the Engine: 1. Make sure the parking brake is set. Press and release the remote control button once* (or the amount of times the system has been programmed to activate the remote start). 2. The engine will START and the parking lights will turn on. The 2-way remote will also emit tones. The parking lights stay on as visual confirmation while the engine is ON. The default runtime is 12 minutes and can be shortened or ex- tended by the installer. If a remote start configuration issue prevents the engine from starting, the parking lights flash a remote start fault report to identify the fault. See "Remote Start Faults" on page 8.

two presses (See your authorized Directed installer for the amount of presses programmed). Record the number of presses to activate remote start here:______ Key Takeover When you are ready to drive the vehicle: 1. Unlock the doors. 2. Enter the vehicle. Do not step on the foot brake. 3. Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the run (not start) posi- tion. 4. Step on the foot brake. The remote start is disabled and the park- ing lights turn off. 5. Disengage the parking brake and begin driving. Note If your vehicle uses a Smart Key or PTS (Push-To-Start) system, please refer to the vehicle specific instructions included with the owner's guide of the interface module or consult your authorized dealer. Safety Features The following safety features will disable the remote start when acti- vated or not allow the engine to start if not properly set before starting. • Foot Brake is depressed • Hood is open • Remote Start shutoff switch is OFF • The pre-programmed run time (12, 24 or 60 minutes) has elapsed • Remote Start activation procedure is repeated • Parking brake is disengaged

Pit Stop and Turbo Timer Modes This remote start can keep the engine running during short trips away from the vehicle or to cool down turbo timers. Enabling Pit Stop mode: 1. Park in a well ventilated area. 2. With the engine running engage the parking brake and release the foot brake. 3. Press and release the remote control button once (or the amount of times the system has been programmed to activate the remote start). The parking lights turn on as confirmation. 4. Turn off the ignition and remove the key, the engine continues running. 5. Exit the vehicle, the engine runs for the programmed runtime. Enabling Turbo Timer mode *: Begin by following the "Enabling Pit Stop mode" procedure. However, in step 3, instead of pressing the remote control button, press and re- lease the dash mounted activation button* once (or the amount of times the system has been programmed to activate the remote start). The engine continues running for the shorter Turbo Mode runtime. Continue and complete the procedure steps. * Turbo Timer mode must be turned on and an optional activation but- ton also installed by an authorized dealer. Note: For Manual Transmission vehicles see "Manual Transmission Ve- hicles" on page 6.

please refer to the vehicle specific instructions included with the owner's guide of the interface module or consult your authorized dealer. Manual Transmission Vehicles Manual Transmission Mode (MTS), Pit Stop mode, Turbo Timer Mode Enabling MTS mode 1. Park in a well ventilated area with all the doors closed. 2. With the engine running, press the foot brake and set the parking brake. 3. Release the foot brake. 4. Press and release the remote control button, the parking lights flash quickly five times as confirmation. 5. Turn off the ignition and remove the key, the engine continues running. 6. Exit the vehicle. 7. When the doors are closed, the engine stops running, MTS mode is enabled. Note: If enabling MTS mode has failed, the parking lights flash slowly five times, return to step 1 and repeat procedure. Enabling Pit Stop mode: Follow the previous Enabling MTS mode procedure, however, open a door prior to step 4. The engine continues running for the programmed runtime after the doors are closed. Enabling Turbo Timer mode*: Follow the previous Enabling MTS mode procedure, however, open a

ton, press and release the optional dash mounted activation button*. The engine continues running for the shorter Turbo Mode runtime after the doors are closed. * Turbo Timer mode must be turned on and an optional activation but- ton also installed by an authorized dealer. Low Runtime and Remote Start Shutdown Alerts During remote start, the system sill send a low runtime alert to the 2-way remote when the remote start reaches the three minute and one minute runtime remaining point. When the remote start shuts down, the 2-way remote will also play a descending tone to indicate that the remote start has shutoff. Optional Rear Defogger If connected, the Defogger circuit automatically activates ten seconds after remote starting the vehicle if the temperature is below 55°F (12.8°C). Starter Anti-Grind Circuitry This system includes an anti-grind circuit (optional relay is required) that can prevent damage to the starter motor if the key is turned to the start position while the engine is ON. Note: Anti-grind circuitry only works when the remote start system is op er at ing the motor and the optional relay is installed. Disabling the Remote Start System When the Remote Start shutoff switch is set to the OFF position, remote engine starting is defeated. DO this when the vehicle is being serviced

Location Of Remote Start shutoff switch: _______________________ Remote Start Faults For user safety, the system must be properly configured or remote start will not activate. A Remote Start Fault may be caused by any of several configuration issues. Refer to the table below for the command type and parking light flashes that will identify the configuration issue and solution. 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 8 Toggle Switch off Turn switch on Rapid Resume Logic This Directed system stores its current state to non-volatile memory. If power is lost and then reconnected the system recalls the stored state from memory. This means if the unit is in Locked Mode and the battery is dis con nect ed for any reason, such as when servicing the vehicle, when the battery is re con nect ed the unit maintains Locked Mode. This applies to all states of the system.

the system. An additional two remote controls can be stored in the sys- tem's memory (for a maximum of four). However, additional or replace- ment remote controls need to paired to the system first before use. Use the following procedure to pair an additional or replacement remote control to the system. To pair a new remote control to the system: 1. Turn the ignition to the ON position. 2. Within ten seconds, press/release once and then press and hold the control button on the system’s control center. The status LED be- gins flashing in a sequence of single flashes and the horn sounds (if connected) to confirm the system is ready for pairing. Release the control center button. 3. Press and release the button on the remote control twice and then, press and hold on the third press. The transmit LED comes on solid, continue holding the button until the transmit LED changes its pat- tern. Release the button and the transmit LED begins flashing as an indication that the remote control has entered pairing mode. 4. Press and release the button on the remote control. 5. The horn (if connected) sounds as a confirmation the system has paired with the remote control and the 2-way remote control plays tones confirming that it has paired with the system and will auto- matically exit pairing mode. The 1-way remote does not emit any confirmation tones. The remote will exit programming after 30 sec- onds or to manually exit programming, press and hold the button on the remote. The remote emits a tone confirming exit. 6. Turn the ignition off or wait 60 seconds for the system to exit the pairing mode, the horn will sound as confirmation.

• The ignition is turned off. • There is no activity for 60 seconds. • The control button is pressed too many times. Programming Options Programming options control your system's normal operational set-up. Most options do not require additional parts, but some may require installation labor. The following is a list of the programmable options, with the factory settings in bold. • 12, 24, or 60 minute run time. Your system can be programmed to allow the vehicle to run for 12, 24, or 60 minutes when remote started. Can be set up to minute increments by your installer. • Parking lights flashing or constant. Your system can be pro- grammed to flash or turn on the parking lights constantly during the entire remote start operation. • Ignition switch controlled door locking on or OFF. With this feature on, the doors will lock three seconds after the ignition key is turned on, and unlock when the key is turned off. Important: The door lock option must be installed for this feature to work.

(CR-2016), and the 2-way remote controls are powered by two coin cell batteries (CR-2016) that can be purchased at most retailers. Oper- ating range diminishes as battery charge depletes. Low Battery Alert When unlocking the vehicle using a remote control with a low battery charge, the system provides a notification by emitting a third horn honk output (if connected). If confirmation chirps are programmed off, the system still emits one horn honk when unlocking. After performing a command with the remote control, several beeps play to indicate the battery/batteries need replacing. Once the alerts begin, the remote control will remain operational for several days but the battery/batter- ies should be replaced at the earliest opportunity or failure to control the system may occur. Battery Replacement 1. Unscrew the hardware on unit rear and remove from housing. 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/batteries to remove it from the holding clip. Orient the new battery for the correct polarity and insert into holding clip. 4. Realign the case parts and snap together by pressing firmly and evenly on the front and back. Reinstall screw.

of the battery, please do so in accordance with your munici- pal requirements for battery disposal. Glossary of Terms Document Terminology 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. Remote Control A hand-held, remote control which operates the various func- tions of your system. Status LED Transmit LED (Light Emitting Diode): A light used to indicate the status of your system. It turns on when a button is pressed or communication is active. Control Center Mounted high in the vehicle usually on the windshield in a location close to the rear view mirror. Consists of a antenna/ receiver for communicating between the control module and remote controls and a control button with status LED for pro- gramming system features. Remote Start shutoff switch Normally located near the control module or mounted around the dashboard, this Remote Start shutoff switch is used to dis- able the remote start feature.

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lowing 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency ener- gy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television, which can be determined by turning the equipment OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help. This device complies with the Industry Canada Radio Standards Specification RSS 210. Its use is authorized only on a no-interference, no-protection basis; in other words, this device must not be used if it is determined that it causes harm- ful interference to services authorized by IC. In addition, the user of this device must accept any radio interference that may be received, even if this interference could affect the operation of the device. Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party re- sponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this device.

Please read the safety warnings below before proceeding. Improper use of the product may be dangerous or illegal. Remote Start Capable When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control transmitter. Therefore, never operate the system in an enclosed area or partially enclosed area without ventilation (such as a garage). When parking in an enclosed or partially enclosed area or when having the vehicle serviced, the remote start system must be disabled using the installed menu wheel. It is the user’s sole responsibility to properly handle and keep out of reach from children all remote control transmitters to assure that the system does not unintentionally remote start the vehicle. THE USER MUST INSTALL A CAR-BON MONOXIDE DETECTOR IN OR ABOUT THE LIVING AREA ADJACENT TO THE VEHICLE. ALL DOORS LEADING FROM ADJACENT LIVING AREAS TO THE ENCLOSED OR PARTIALLY ENCLOSED VEHICLE STORAGE AREA MUST AT ALL TIMES REMAIN CLOSED. These precautions are the sole responsibility of the user. Manual Transmission Vehicles Remote starters on manual transmission vehicles operate differently than those with automatic transmission because you must leave your car in neutral. You must read this Owner’s Guide to familiarize yourself with the proper procedures regarding manual transmission remote starters.

• 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/emer- gency brake properly functions. Failure to do so can result in personal injury or property damage. We recommend the owner have the parking / emergency brake system inspected and adjusted by a qualified automotive shop biannually. Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended mode of operation may result in property damage, personal injury, or death. (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with the vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with the keys in the ignition. The user must also have the neutral safety feature of the vehicle periodically checked, wherein the vehicle must not remotely start while the car is in gear. This testing should be performed by an authorized Directed dealer in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in the product installation guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease remote start operation immediately and consult with the authorized Directed dealer to fix the problem. After the remote start module has been installed, contact your authorized dealer to have him or her test the remote start module by performing the Safety Check outlined in the product installation guide. If the vehicle starts when performing the Neutral Safety Shutdown Circuit test, the remote start unit has not been properly installed. The remote start module must be removed or the installer must properly reinstall the remote start system so that the vehicle does not start in gear. All installations must be performed by an authorized Directed dealer. OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE STARTS IN GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF OPERATION. OPERAT-

IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY CEASE THE USE OF THE UNIT AND SEEK THE ASSISTANCE OF AN AU- THORIZED Directed DEALER TO REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED REMOTE START MODULE. DIRECTED WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OR PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS. This product is designed for fuel injected vehicles only. Use of this product in a standard transmission vehicle must be in strict accordance with this guide. This product should not be installed in any convertible vehicles, soft or hard top with a manual transmission. Installation in such vehicles may pose certain risk. Interference All radio devices are subject to interference which could affect proper performance. Upgrades Any upgrades to this product must be performed by an authorized Directed dealer. Do not attempt to perform any unauthorized modifica- tions to this product. Water/Heat Resistance This product is not designed to be water and/or heat-resistant. Please take care to keep this product dry and away from heat sources. Any damage from water or heat will void the warranty.