AstroStart 502 User manual

193-127-300-01

PATENT NOS

CAN 1.130.426

USA 4.345.554 - 5.614.883

- 5.617.819 - 5.673.017

AND OTHER PATENTS PENDING

Manufactured in Canada by:

Litho’d in Canada

REMOTE

CONTROL

ENGINE

STARTER

USER MANUAL

Model 502

For all automatic

transmission gas- and

diesel-powered vehicles

(FRANÇAIS AU VERSO)

CONSULT SAFETY PRECAUTION SECTION

BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.

NEVER INSTALL THIS PRODUCT ON A

MANUAL TRANSMISSION VEHICLE.

SOME FEATURES MAY REQUIRE

ADDITIONAL MATERIAL (NOT INCLUDED).

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GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS

This device complies with the requirements of Industry Canada (IC) - Management of

Radiofrequencies, as specified in document CNR-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

harmful 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.

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 and

(2) this device must accept interference that may cause undesired 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, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy 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.

Warning:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by <manufacturer> could void the user's authority to

operate the equipment.

Inc.

1164, Route 220

St-Élie d’Orford (Québec) Canada

J0B 2S0

ELECTRONIC CORP.

516A Elm Street

Manchester, NH 03101

USA

www.astroflex.com

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the AstroStart Remote Starter. Your Remote Starter is the result of intensive

research by a company specializing in the design of high-quality electronic automotive products.

It is designed to provide many years of reliable, trouble-free service. Its advanced microchip circuitry

incorporates billions of possible access codes, which makes it virtually impossible to interfere with another

remote control vehicle.

Your Remote Starter offers the ultimate in safety, is simple to use and has many features to make your life

easier.

Please read the following instructions carefully so that you understand how your Remote Starter works and

can take advantage of all the features. Some of the functions described below may not be applicable to

your vehicle.

Table of contents

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS _____________________________________________________________2

BEFORE USING YOUR REMOTE STARTER _____________________________________________ 2

THE REMOTE CONTROL ____________________________________________________________3

TABLE OF COMMANDS _____________________________________________________________4

START COMMANDS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5

LOCK/UNLOCK COMMANDS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7

ANTITHEFT (CIRCUIT DISABLER) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8

SAFETY CHECKS __________________________________________________________________ 9

HOOD SWITCH -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9

GEARSHIFT CHECK--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9

REPLACING OR BOOSTING VEHICLE BATTERY_________________________________________9

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY______________________________________________________10

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Before using this product, carefully read the following safety precautions.

• Immediately report any malfunction to the AstroStart dealer that performed installation.

• Under no circumstance can this product or its use be modified.

• Always turn off main switch when vehicle is parked in an enclosed, unventilated area or is in

for servicing.

• Always turn off main switch when not using your Remote Starter for extended periods of time.

• Keep remote controls away from children.

• Have your engine tuned regularly to ensure optimum performance of your Remote Starter.

• Make sure your windshield wipers are turned off before leaving vehicle.

• Regularly check safety features that stop engine (see “SAFETY CHECKS” on page 9.)

• Make sure you comply with all local regulations which may prohibit leaving your engine

running when vehicle is unattended in a public place.

• Always advise service personnel that your vehicle is equipped with a Remote Starter.

• We strongly recommend that you have your Remote Starter checked annually.

Contact the dealer in your area.

BEFORE USING YOUR REMOTE STARTER

Before leaving your vehicle, set the various controls in order to use your Remote Starter.

• Set heating/air-conditioning controls to desired position. (When the remote starter starts your

engine, it will also turn on your climate control system.)

• Turn your windshield wipers to the “OFF” position.

• Make sure gearshift is in “P”.

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THE REMOTE CONTROL

Your remote control works off a small, long-life 12-volt alkaline battery (GP-23A).

The range of your remote control can be affected by a weak battery, interference from nearby metal

structures, hydro poles, or crowded parking lots.

With its electronic CODE LEARNING feature, up to three additional remote controls can be programmed

for your vehicle.

We strongly recommend that you keep a replacement battery in your glove compartment.

See your dealer for replacement batteries or additional remote controls.

USING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL

To ensure that commands are transmitted

properly, press desired button for 2 seconds.

Indicator light will flash while transmitting the

command.

Your system can be configured (during installation)

in such a way that the remote control will only

access the starting function of your vehicle or it

can access both the starting and door locking

functions of the vehicle.

You can replace the buttons (rubber keypad) of

your remote control by an alternate keypad

(included in kit).

The replaceable keypad shows different

pictograms to help you remember the commands; use the keypad that corresponds to your system

options.

Remote included in kit may differ from the ones illustrated.

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TABLE OF COMMANDS

COMMANDS BUTTONS CONFIRMATION

SELECTED OPTION ⇒Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 LIGHTS

STOP 1

START / CONTINUOUS MODE 1

ACTIVATE / DEACTIVATE SENTINEL MODE 4 / 2 / 3 ♦

TRUNK 3

START / STOP 1

LOCK / UNLOCK 1 / 2 ♥

♦. 4 = ACTIVATED / 2 = DEACTIVATED / 3 = SYSTEM NOT READY.

♥. 1 = LOCKING / 2 = UNLOCKING

Note : Make sure that the remote control is covered with the appropriate keypad, i.e. pictograms that

correspond with the command options programmed to your system (See “ Using your remote control”).

CONFIRMATION

In all cases, your Remote Starter will confirm that command has been received properly by flashing

parking lights. In this manual, confirmation signals are written in an abbreviated form; for example:

(lights: 2) Means that parking lights will flash twice.

Confirmations are explained in more detail under each command.

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START COMMANDS

START /STOP

(Options 2 & 3)

The Start-Stop command is in fact the reason for being of your remote starter. It allows you to start or stop

your vehicle without stepping outdoors.

• Press the button once.

UPON STARTING

The parking lights will flash once to confirm the reception of the command, then will stay ON as long as the

engine will be running under remote control.

UPON STOPPING

The engine and parking lights will turn off.

The command is only applicable when engine is running under remote control.

START

(Option 1 only)

To start the engine, press button (lights: 1).

The system automatically adjusts ignition duration for your type of vehicle; parking lights flash once then

stay on all the time engine is running.

If more than one command is emitted, each successive start command resets runtime to the beginning,

parking lights flash once to confirm command has been received.

IF ENGINE FAILS TO START

If your system cannot start the engine at first attempt, it will wait for a few seconds and then try again (it

could try again twice depending on reason for failure to start).

After three attempts, it will shut down automatically and wait for new command.

WHEN ENTERING YOUR VEHICLE...

 Do not apply brakes; this will stop engine immediately.

 Insert ignition key and turn it to “ON” position.

DO NOT TURN IGNITION KEY TO “START” POSITION.

 Drive as usual.

ENGINE RUNTIME

Your engine will stop automatically after a preset time of 2 min. , 4 min. , 8 min. or 18 min.

depending on settings during installation. Runtime doubles for diesel engine vehicles.

Parking lights will remain on for the whole running time period.

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TRIGGER INPUT

Your remote starter is equipped with a negative trigger (pulse)

input.

This input can be connected to another remote control device

or to an AstroStart timer output (optional).

If this input is connected, consult this device's manual or ask

your technician which command controls the start/stop

function.

The start/stop commands received on this input are ignored

while the engine is running on a remote start.

All Start/Stop functions controlled by this input behave in the

same way as functions controlled by remote.

CONTINUOUS MODE

(Option 1 only)

The “Continuous Mode“ function allows to remove the key from the ignition while leaving the engine

running. This convenient feature allows you to leave the vehicle for short periods of time while the climate

controls remain on.

To access the “Continuous Mode“, carry out the “Start“ command while the engine is idling. See “START”

command on page 5.

Parking lights, engine and preset accessories will remain on for the duration of the programmed runtime.

Remove key, exit vehicle and lock doors. All safety devices will remain active.

If you return to your vehicle before runtime has elapsed, just turn the key to the “ON” position and depress

brake pedal.

WHAT STOPS THE ENGINE

For your safety, engine will not start or will stop if:

 Remote control sends a stop message.

 Hood is open.

 Brakes are applied.

 Gearshift is not in “P” or “N”.

 Engine is over-revving.

 Main switch is OFF.

MAIN SWITCH

The main switch is usually mounted under the dashboard. It is a

toggle ON/OFF switch that is used to cancel start functions.

It does not disable other commands which remain active.

STOP

(Option 1 only)

When engine is kept running by Remote Starter, you can stop it

by pressing the button (lights: 1).

Engine and parking lights will shut-down.

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LOW TEMPERATURE MODE

In Low Temperature (Sentinel) mode, system starts

your engine automatically when temperature falls

below a preset level (programmable during

installation), see table.

Engine will run for programmed runtime (see “Engine runtime”), after which system will wait 2½ hours and

then start engine again if temperature is still below preset level.

To activate/deactivate Low Temperature mode,

Option 1 •

••

•press and buttons simultaneously.

Option 2 •

••

•press and buttons simultaneously.

When mode is activated:

Parking lights will flash 4 times, then, if temperature is below preset level, engine will start.

If temperature is above preset level, system waits until it goes below preset level before starting. If system

cannot execute command (for example, hood is open), confirmation will be different (lights: 3).

When mode is deactivated:

Parking lights will flash twice to confirm that mode is deactivated. Applying brakes also deactivates Low

Temperature mode.

LOCK/UNLOCK COMMANDS

(Options 2 & 3)

If your vehicle is equipped with electric door locks, several functions can be operated by remote control.

These features are optional and may require purchasing additional equipment. Consult your dealer for

advice.

Following systems can be controlled:

• Door locks.

• Trunk or hatchback release.

• Interior lights.

LOCK / UNLOCK

(Options 2 & 3)

When the command is sent, system locks or unlocks (toggle) the doors.

Upon locking: Parking lights flash once to confirm command has been received.

Upon unlocking: Parking lights flash twice to confirm command has been received.

DOME LIGHT SUPERVISION

Dome light will turn on for 30 seconds every time “Unlock” command is sent.

This 30-second period is cancelled when “Lock” command is sent, brakes are applied or key is inserted in

ignition and turned to “ON” position.

This function is optional and requires an additional connection and equipment during installation.

Threshold temperature is set for 

-5 °C ( 23 °F) -20 °C ( -7 °F)

-15 °C ( 5 °F) -30 °C ( -22 °F)

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TRUNK RELEASE

(Option 3 only)

Press the and buttons simultaneously (lights: 3). Trunk is released and parking lights flash three

times to confirm command has been received.

The trunk cannot be released if ignition key is in “ON” position. In this case, parking lights flash once to

confirm that command has been received but trunk could not be released.

If you are not sure you have received confirmation, repeat command. System will repeat confirmation as

often as you wish.

If your vehicle is equipped with a security system, the command will neutralize it. So remember to rearm it

after trunk is closed ("Lock" command).

AUTOMATIC LOCK/UNLOCK

Programmable as Active or Inactive during installation.

This function locks doors when ignition key is in “ON” position, engine is running and brakes are applied.

Doors are unlocked when key is turned from “ON” to “OFF” or when Continuous Mode is activated.

ANTITHEFT (CIRCUIT DISABLER)

(Options 2 & 3 only )

Programmable as Active or Inactive during installation.

Your Remote Starter is equipped with an Antitheft system. This system consists of an output that controls a

relay that cuts all circuits required to operate your vehicle (optional connection).

“Passive Arming" type Antitheft

This type of Antitheft system arms automatically when ignition key is turned from “ON” to “OFF” and

remains “OFF” for one minute. It can also be armed manually by sending a “Lock” command (unless

ignition key is in “ON” position).

DISARMING

Antitheft system is disarmed for one minute when you send “Unlock” command.

If the ignition key is not turned to “ON” position within one minute, system automatically rearms, thus

preventing any intruder from starting your vehicle, even with ignition key.

It can be connected so that horn sounds if an intruder tries to start your vehicle when it is in the active

state.

“Active" type Antitheft

This type of Antitheft system arms by sending the “Lock” command (unless ignition key is in “ON” position)

and disarms by sending the "Unlock" command.

This duration can be cancelled by repeating command (lights: 1).

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