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Model 5900
Installation Guide
NOTE:
This product is intended for installation by a professional installer only!
Any attempt to install this product by any person other than a trained professional
may result in severe damage to a vehicle's electrical system and components.
© 2006 Directed Electronics, Vista, CA
N5301V 05-06

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  • Page 1 Model 5900 Installation Guide NOTE: This product is intended for installation by a professional installer only! Any attempt to install this product by any person other than a trained professional may result in severe damage to a vehicle’s electrical system and components.
  • Page 2 Bitwriter®, Code Hopping™, Doubleguard®, ESP™, FailSafe®, Ghost Switch™, Learn Routine™, Nite- Lite®, Nuisance Prevention® Circuitry, Revenger®, Silent Mode™, Soft Chirp®, Stinger®, Valet®, Vehicle Recovery System®, VRS®, and Warn Away® are all Trademarks or Registered Trademarks of Directed Electronics. New Software Compatibility for 103T Keypad This unit now has software that allows arming with entry delay when...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    table of contents what is included ......4 1995 and newer vehicle anti-theft systems ..(immobilizers) .
  • Page 4: What Is Included

    what is included ■ The control module ■ The plug-in status LED ■ SST 2 way receiver/antenna ■ The plug-in Valet/Program switch ■ One remote transmitter P/N 7701V ■ A hood pinswitch ■ A Stinger Doubleguard shock sensor ■ A toggle (override) switch ■...
  • Page 5: Installation Points To Remember

    ■ After the remote start module has been installed, test the remote start module in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in this 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 properly reinstalled so that the vehicle does not start in gear.
  • Page 6: Deciding On Component Locations

    deciding on component locations locations for the siren Some things to remember about mounting the siren: ■ Keep it away from heat sources, such as radiators, exhaust manifolds, turbochargers, and heat shields. ■ Mount it where a thief cannot easily disconnect it, whether the hood is open or shut. Both the siren and its wires should be difficult to find.
  • Page 7: Locations For Stinger Doubleguard Shock Sensor

    mounting the antenna The antenna position should be discussed with the vehicle’s owner prior to installation, since the antenna may be visible to the vehicle’s operator. The best location for the antenna is centered high on either the front or rear windshield.
  • Page 8: Locations For Valet/Program Switch

    locations for valet/program switch IMPORTANT! When the vehicle is delivered, please show the user where this switch is located and how to disarm the system with it. Ensure that the location you pick for the switch has sufficient clearance to the rear. The switch should be well hidden.
  • Page 9: Finding The Wires You Need

    locations for the optional starter kill relay If optional starter kill relay or its connections are immediately visible upon removal of the under-dash panel, they can easily be bypassed. Always make the relay and its connections difficult to discern from the factory wiring! Exposed yellow butt connectors do not look like factory parts, and will not fool anyone! For this reason, routing the optional starter kill wires away from the steering column is recommended.
  • Page 10: Finding The 12V Switched Ignition Wire

    finding the 12V switched ignition wire The ignition wire is powered when the key is in the run or start position. This is because the ignition wire powers the ignition system (spark plugs, coil) as well as the fuel delivery system (fuel pump, fuel injection computer). Accessory wires lose power when the key is in the start position to make more current available to the starter motor.
  • Page 11: Finding The Tachometer Wire

    finding the accessory wire An accessory wire will show +12V when the key is in the accessory and run positions. It will not show +12V during the cranking cycle. There will often be more than one accessory wire in the ignition harness. The correct accessory wire will power the vehicle's climate control system.
  • Page 12: Finding A (+) Parking Light Wire

    finding a (+) parking light wire The (+) parking light wire is often found near the switch. Many cars have the switch built into the turn signal lever, and in these cars the parking light wire can be found in the steering column. The same wire is often avail- able in the kick panel or running board.
  • Page 13: Making Your Wiring Connections

    Once you have determined the wire color, the easiest place to connect to the wire is often at the kick panel, at the windshield pillar, or in the running board. When an easy location is not available, running a wire to the dome- light itself is often the best solution.
  • Page 14: Primary Harness (H1), 12-Pin Connector

    primary harness (H1), 12-pin connector ______ RED/WHITE (-) 200 mA CHANNEL 2 VALIDITY OUTPUT H1/1 ______ (+) CONSTANT POWER INPUT H1/2 ______ BROWN (+) SIREN OUTPUT H1/3 ______ EMPTY NOT USED H1/4 ______ BLACK (-) CHASSIS GROUND INPUT H1/5 ______ H1/6 VIOLET (+) DOOR TRIGGER INPUT, ZONE 3...
  • Page 15: Door Lock Harness, 3-Pin Connector

    door lock harness, 3-pin connector ______ LIGHT BLUE (+) LOCK (-) UNLOCK OUTPUT ______ EMPTY NOT USED ______ GREEN (-) LOCK (+) UNLOCK OUTPUT Note: Refer to TechTip 1041 for wiring information. remote start ribbon harness, wiring diagram ______ PINK/WHITE 200 mA (-) PROGRAMMABLE IGN2/ACC2 RELAY TURN ON ______ YELLOW (+) IGNITION INPUT TO ALARM...
  • Page 16: Heavy Gauge Inline Connector Key Switch Interface

    heavy gauge inline connector key switch interface ______ PURPLE (+) STARTER OUTPUT TO STARTER (STARTER SIDE) ______ GREEN STARTER INPUT FROM IGNITION (KEY SIDE) ______ (+) HIGH CURRENT 12V INPUT ______ ORANGE (+) OUTPUT TO ACCESSORY CIRCUIT ______ PINK (+) OUTPUT TO PRIMARY IGNITION CIRCUIT ______ (+) (30A) HIGH CURRENT 12V INPUT ______...
  • Page 17: H1/2 Red

    primary harness (H1) wire connection guide H1/1 RED/WHITE channel 2, 200mA (-) output When the system receives the code controlling Channel 2, for longer than 1.5 seconds, the red/white wire will supply an output as long as the transmission continues. This is often used to operate a trunk/hatch release or other relay-driven function.
  • Page 18: H1/5

    H1/5 BLACK (-) chassis ground connection Remove any paint and connect this wire to bare metal, preferably with a factory bolt rather than your own screw. (Screws tend to either strip or loosen with time.) We recommend grounding all your components, including the siren, to the same point in the vehicle.
  • Page 19: H1/8 Green

    H1/8 GREEN (-) door trigger input, zone 3 Most vehicles use negative door trigger circuits. Connect the green wire to a wire which shows ground when any door is opened. In vehicles with factory delays on the domelight circuit, there is usually a wire that is unaffected by the delay circuitry.
  • Page 20: H1/11

    H1/11 WHITE (+/-) selectable light flash As shipped, this wire should be connected to the (+) parking light wire. If the light flash polarity jumper under the sliding door is moved to the opposite position (see Internal Programming Jumper section of this guide), this wire supplies a (-) 200 mA output.
  • Page 21: H1/12

    H1/12 ORANGE (-) ground-when-armed output This wire supplies a (-)500 mA ground as long as the system is armed. This output ceases as soon as the system is disarmed. The orange wire may be wired to an optional Directed Electronics 8618 starter kill relay. secondary harness (H2) wire connection guide H2/1 LIGHT BLUE (-) 200mA 2nd unlock output This wire provides a second unlock output for progressive locks.
  • Page 22 be used to change the polarity. (See Finding the Wires You Need section of this guide.) Here are some common colors of this wire: ■ Chevrolet and GMC trucks - Light blue or dark blue ■ Ford Trucks - Black/pink ■...
  • Page 23: Relay Satellite Wire Connection Guide

    H2/6 LIGHT GREEN/BLACK (-) factory disarm This wire sends a negative pulse every time the remote start is activated or the doors are unlocked. This can be used to pulse the disarm wire of the vehicle's factory anti-theft device. Use a relay to send a (-) or (+) pulse to the disarm wire as shown in the following diagrams.
  • Page 24: Remote Start Secondary Harness (H3) Wire

    ORANGE (+) accessory output Connect this wire to the accessory wire in the vehicle which powers the climate control system. PINK (+) ignition output Connect this wire to the ignition wire in the vehicle. PINK/WHITE (+) second ignition output Connect this wire to the second ignition wire in the vehicle. (See Finding the Wires You Need section.) NOTE: For vehicles that do not have a second ignition wire, this connection is not required.
  • Page 25 Figure A Figure B H3/2 VIOLET/WHITE tachometer input This input provides the module with information about the engine's revolutions per minute (RPMs). It can be connected to the negative side of the coil in vehicles with conventional coils. In multi-coil and high energy igni- tion systems locating a proper signal may be more difficult.
  • Page 26: Horn, Channel 6 Harness (H4) Wire Connection Guide26

    horn, channel 6 harness (H4) wire connection guide H4/1 ORANGE/BLACK 200 mA programmable (-) channel 6 output This wire provides a (-) 200mA output whenever the transmitter button(s) controlling Channel 6 is pressed. (see also the Feature Descriptions section and previous channel 5 description): IMPORTANT! Never use this wire to drive anything but a relay or a low-current input! This transis- torized output can only supply 200 mA, and connecting directly to a solenoid, motor, or other high-current device will cause the module to fail.
  • Page 27: Testing The Neutral Safety Switch

    to the mechanical switch and a purple wire from the mechanical switch to the starter itself. Remember, this is only a rule of thumb and is not intended as a substitute for proper testing. We suggest the following procedure to test for vehicles manufactured in this way. NOTE: You must complete the remote start system installation before doing the following test.
  • Page 28 However, due to future manufacturer changes in vehicles, it is possible that this may not apply to all vehicles. In addition, color variations are possible from model to model; make sure to test the circuit carefully. Please call Directed Electronics Technical Support if you need assistance in making this interface. IMPORTANT! Once the interface is complete, attempt to remote start the vehicle with the door closed and the key in the ignition.
  • Page 29: Bypassing Gm Vehicle Anti-Theft Systems (Vats)

    bypassing GM vehicle anti-theft systems (VATS) Vehicles with the GM VATS (Pass Key) systems have a resistor embedded in the ignition key. If the VATS decoder module does not measure the proper resistance when the vehicle is started, the starter and fuel pump may be disabled for up to ten minutes.
  • Page 30: 1995 And Newer Vehicle Anti-Theft Systems

    1995 and newer vehicle anti-theft systems (immobilizers) 1995 and newer vehicle anti-theft systems (immobilizers) require a bypass module. The bypass module allows for easy interfacing, while still maintaining the OEM system’s integrity. passlock I and passlock II (PL-1 and PL-2) The Passlock I and Passlock II systems can be found in the following General Motors vehicles: ■...
  • Page 31: Plug-In Led And Valet/Program Switch

    ceiver will excite the transponder, which is located (but not visible) in the head of the ignition key. The key transponder will then send a unique code back to the transceiver for evaluation. If the code matches a valid code of the system, the vehicle will be allowed to start.
  • Page 32: Shock Sensor Harness, 4-Pin Connector

    shock sensor harness, 4-pin connector GREEN (-) multiplex input, zone 2 Inputs shorter than 0.8 seconds will trigger the Warn Away® response, while inputs longer than 0.8 seconds will trigger full alarm sequence and report Zone Two. If installing an optional Directed Electronics dual stage sensor, connect to the green wire as shown below.
  • Page 33: Programming Jumpers

    The LED will light constant when the tach signal is learned. Release the Valet/Program switch. programming jumpers tach threshold on/off In most cases, this jumper can be left in the OFF position. Some new vehicles use less than 12 volts in their ignition systems.
  • Page 34: Transmitter/Receiver Learn Routine

    NOTE: For parking light circuits that draw 10 amps or more, the internal jumper must be switched to a (-) light flash output. P/N 8617 or a standard automotive SPDT relay must be used on the H1/11 light flash output harness wire. transmitter/receiver learn routine ™...
  • Page 35 CHANNEL NUMBER FUNCTION WIRE COLOR Auto Learn Standard Configuration* (default) Arm only Disarm only Silent Mode™/Remote Valet/Trunk Release RED/WHITE Remote Start Channel 4 VIOLET/BLACK Channel 5 WHITE/BLACK Channel 6 Short Run/Turbo Timer Mode Arm/Disarm/Panic Panic only Defogger Control Delete all transmitters** *NOTE: For Auto Learn Configurations, see Transmitter Configurations section of this guide.
  • Page 36: Standard Configuration

    Learn Routine will be exited if: ■ Door is closed. ■ Ignition is turned off. ■ Program switch is pressed too many times. ■ More than 15 seconds between steps. transmitter configurations The transmitter can be programmed with the standard or single button arm/disarm configurations by using the Auto Learn functions in the Transmitter/Receiver Learn Routine.
  • Page 37: Remote Control Diagram

    operate ......rear defogger ....operate......Channel 6 remote control diagram © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
  • Page 38: Standard Mode Configuration

    standard mode configuration 1. Auxiliary Channel Out 2. Receive Indicator 3. Signal Indicator 4. Transmit Indicator 5. Lock Status Indicator 6. Unlock Status Indicator 7. Arming Status Indicator 8. Disarming Status Indicator 9. Door Switch Input Indicator 10. Warn Away® Response Indicator 11.
  • Page 39: Multi-Level Security Arming

    multi-level security arming Multi-Level Security Arming is a feature that allows the user to select which of the system's inputs or sensors will be active and which will be bypassed when the system is armed. (See Table of Zones section of this guide.) Multi-Level Security Arming can only be accessed from a standard configuration transmitter.
  • Page 40: System Features Learn Routine

    system features learn routine The System Features Learn Routine dictates how the unit operates. It is possible to access and change any of the feature settings using the Valet/program switch. However, this process can be greatly simplified by using the Bitwriter®.
  • Page 41 Program the Feature. While holding the Valet/Program switch, you can toggle the feature on and off using the remote transmitter. Pressing the button that arms the system will select the one chirp or default setting. Pressing the button that disarms the system (or the Channel Two button when in the single button arm/disarm configuration) will select the two chirp setting.
  • Page 42: Feature Menus

    To exit the learn routine: The learn routine will be exited if any of the following occurs: 1. Close the open door. 2. Turn the ignition on. 3. There is no activity for longer than 15 seconds. 4. The Valet/Program switch is pressed too many times. feature menus The default settings are indicated in bold type.
  • Page 43: Menu #2 - Advanced Features

    menu #2 - advanced features FEATURE NUMBER ONE-CHIRP SETTING (DEFAULT) TWO-CHIRP SETTING 30 second siren duration* 60 second siren duration* Nuisance Prevention Circuitry ON Nuisance Prevention Circuitry OFF Progressive door trigger Instant door trigger Disarm from Valet, 1 pulse Disarm from Valet, 2-5 pulses Door sensor bypass chirp ON Door sensor bypass chirp OFF Ignition controlled domelight ON...
  • Page 44: Menu #3 - Remote Start Options

    menu #3 - remote start options FEATURE ONE-CHIRP SETTING (DEFAULT) TWO-CHIRP SETTING Engine checking ON Engine checking OFF Engine checking TACH Engine checking VOLTAGE Run time: 12 minutes (1) Run time: 24 (2) or 60 (3) minutes Parking lights flashing Parking lights constant Crank time: 0.6 seconds (1) 0.8 (2), 1.0 (3), 1.2 (4), 1.4 (5),...
  • Page 45: Feature Descriptions

    feature descriptions The features of the system are described below. Features that have additional settings that can be selected only when programming with the Bitwriter® are indicated by the following icon: menu #1 - basic features 1-1 ACTIVE/PASSIVE ARMING: When active arming is selected, the system will only arm when the transmitter is used.
  • Page 46: Menu #2 - Advanced Features

    1-8 FORCED PASSIVE ARMING ON/OFF: To use this feature, passive arming must be selected in Feature 1-1. When turned on, forced passive arming will ensure that the system will passively arm, even if a zone is left open or invalid. Forced passive arming occurs one hour after the ignition is turned off. 1-9 AUTOMATIC ENGINE DISABLE (AED) ON/OFF: AED is a full-time, passive starter disable that works inde- pendently of the security system.
  • Page 47 2-2 NUISANCE PREVENTION® CIRCUITRY (NPC) ON/OFF: NPC stops repeated triggering of the same zone. If one zone is triggered three times in one hour, that zone is bypassed for one hour, starting from the time of the third trigger. During that hour, if the system sees a trigger on that zone again, the system resets the one hour timer. If one hour passes and the zone has not triggered again, the zone is activated and can trigger the system again.
  • Page 48 pulse. 2-9 FACTORY ALARM DISARM WITH CHANNEL 2: In the default setting the factory alarm disarm output will disarm the factory alarm system any time the button(s) controlling Channel Two is pressed. 2-10 FACTORY ALARM DISARM—WITH UNLOCK, BEFORE UNLOCK, REMOTE START ONLY: In the default setting the factory alarm disarm output will disarm the factory alarm system any time the button(s) controlling Unlock is pressed.
  • Page 49: Menu #3 - Remote Start Options

    menu #3 - remote start options 3-1 ENGINE CHECKING ON/OFF: In the default setting the remote start will monitor either the vehicle's tach wire or voltage depending on the programming of feature 3-2. If programmed OFF the vehicle will crank for the programmed crank time (feature 3-5) and will not verify with tach or voltage that the car is running.
  • Page 50 3-9 2 nd IGNITION/ACCESSORY OUTPUT: This will allow the PINK/WHITE to be used as a 2 nd ignition or an acces- sory. The default is 2 ignition. 3-10 ACCESSORY STATE DURING WAIT-TO-START OFF/ON: This feature will allow the selection of the accessory output to be ON or OFF during wait-to-start.
  • Page 51: Valet Mode

    and rearmed, and still allow NPC to bypass a faulty zone. When disarming the system, 5 chirps indicate NPC is activated. The LED will report the zone that has been bypassed. (See Diagnostics section of this guide.) valet mode To enter or exit valet mode with the valet/program switch: Turn the ignition key on and then off.
  • Page 52: Timer Mode

    To turn the rear defogger output ON: 1. Press & release the buttons of the remote control. 2. The parking lights will flash 3-times. 3. The rear defogger output will once again activate when the vehicle is remote started. NOTE: If the remote start is On the lights will turn off then flash 3-times before returning to their normal output and the defogger output will activate as programmed.
  • Page 53: Table Of Zones

    table of zones When using the Diagnostic functions, use the Table of Zones to see which input has triggered the system. It is also helpful in deciding which input to use when connecting optional sensors and switches. ZONE NO. TRIGGER TYPE INPUT DESCRIPTION Trunk Input BLUE (H1/7)
  • Page 54: Long Term Event History

    long term event history The system stores the last two full triggers in memory. These are not erasable. Each time the unit sees a full trigger, the older of the two triggers in memory will be replaced by the new trigger. To access long term event history: With the ignition off, press and HOLD the Valet/Program switch.
  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    IMPORTANT! Make sure there is adequate clearance to the front and rear of the vehicle before attempting this test. a. Make sure the hood is closed and no other shutdown circuits are active. b. Set the emergency brake. c. Turn the ignition key to the run position but do not start the engine. d.
  • Page 56: Remote Start Troubleshooting

    ■ Door input does not respond with the progressive trigger, but with immediate full alarm: Does the Status LED indicate that the trigger was caused by the shock sensor? (See Diagnostics section of this guide.) The shock sensor, if set to extreme sensitivity, may be detecting the door unlatching before the door switch sends its signal.
  • Page 57 3. Check diagnostics. Sometimes a shutdown will become active during cranking or just after cranking. ■ The vehicle starts, but the starter keeps running. 1. Is the system programmed for engine checking off or voltage sense? When programmed for either of these features, the engine cranks for the preprogrammed crank time regardless of how long it takes for the vehicle to actually start.
  • Page 58: Wiring Quick Reference Guide

    wiring quick reference guide © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
  • Page 59: Relay Satellite Wiring Quick Reference Guide

    relay satellite wiring quick reference guide © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...
  • Page 60 © 2006 Directed Electronics—all rights reserved...

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