Auto Page RF-503 User manual

Congratulations on your purchase of the RF-503 vehicle security system.

AutoPage, Inc. Is one of the companies with the longest history and experience in vehicle

security in the United States, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Iwata Electric Co., Tokyo,

Japan. Iwata has been an industry leader for 45 years, establishing a reputation for ingenuity in

its engineering capability and innovative communication products. AutoPage and Iwata maintain

the long tradition of providing the best value to their customers.

We sincerely hope the purchase of the RF-503 vehicle security system provides peace of mind

to you.

Please take the time to read over this operation manual to thoroughly familiarize yourself with

the many features and options of the RF-503.

THIS PRODUCT IS DESIGNED FOR PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION ONLY !

!!NOTICE!!

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 ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED,

INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION RULES AND REGULATIONS

PROHIBIT THE ADJUSTMENT OF THE TRANSMITTER PORTION OF THIS

SYSTEM BY UNLICENSED PERSONNEL.

RF-503 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

A. REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER OPERATION

The remote control transmitters (XT-57) included with the RF-503 offer the code rolling feature

which will prevent illegal use of a code-grabber with an attempt to record the code of your

transmitter.

In addition to normal ON/OFF alarm operation, the unique four button transmitter allows you to

“customize” certain alarm functions from the transmitter for your particular vehicle, or for

changing conditions, such as traffic, the environment, etc. The transmitter has three buttons

marked, I, II, & III, and referred to in this manual as Button I, II, and III, plus a smaller button

marked “M”. This button indicates MODE and will be explained wherever it becomes

necessary to use it throughout this manual.

1. ARM/DISARM

TO ARM THE RF-503

Press Button I once to arm. The vehicle

horn, or siren (*) will chirp one (1) time,

the parking lights will flash one (1) time, and

all doors will lock (**).

TO DISARM THE RF503

Press Button I once to disarm.

The vehicle horn, or siren (*)

will chirp two (2) times,

the parking lights will flash two (2)

times, and the doors will unlock (**).

NOTE (*): The RF-503 is capable of two methods for audible alarm trigger. You may choose

at the time of installation to honk the vehicle’s horn, you may choose the standard electronic

siren, or both.

NOTE (**): Your vehicle must be equipped with power door locks. Optional relays may be

required. Please read the manual for other door lock functions and/or options that may be

controlled by the RF-503.

III

III M

NOTE: If domelight supervision has been installed, the vehicle’s dome light(s) will illuminate

with the disarm signal. The domelight will remain on for 60 seconds, or turn off immediately

after switching on the ignition.

2. TEMPORARY ARM/DISARM CHIRP DELETE FROM REMOTE

(Vehicle horn, or siren)

Upon approaching the vehicle (whether armed or disarmed) push Button II on the remote

transmitter for a half (0.5) second, then very quickly push Button I on the transmitter to arm or

disarm in the usual manner. The ARM/DISARM chirp sound will be silenced only for this

particular arming or disarming cycle. The above-described sequence must be repeated each

time it is desired to cancel the ARM/DISARM chirp sound.

3. PANIC FUNCTION

The RF-503 remote control may be used as a remote control panic switch to trigger the horn or

siren in cases of emergency. To activate the PANIC FUNCTION press and hold the Button I

on the remote transmitter for a minimum of three (3) seconds. The vehicle horn or siren will

sound. To stop the PANIC FUNCTION press Button I on the transmitter one more time.

4. DELETING THE PREWARNING SENSOR CIRCUIT (Standard & Optional)

The RF-503 offers the dual stage SIS-5 shock sensor to prewarn a light impact on the vehicle

with a horn or siren chirps. Additionally, a separate prewarn input is provided to connect other

sensors to further enhance the prewarn feature.

To delete the prewarn sensor feature armed, press Button I again within five (5) seconds after

arming. The horn or siren will confirm deletion with a low volume chirp.

NOTE: Utilizing the prewarn delete feature will delete both the standard shock sensor pre-warn

circuit, as well as any optional sensors connected to the separate pre-warn input.

NOTE: Deleted sensor(s) will return to normal operation upon disarming the RF-503. The

prewarn deletion procedure must be followed each time the RF-503 is armed.

NOTE: The prewarning feature is set inactive by the factory, and must be activated at the time

of installation if this feature is desired.

5. CHANGING THE REMOTE

TRANSMITTER BATTERY

The RF-503 remote transmitter uses one

(1) 12 volt miniature battery, #EL12,

#VR22, or Radio Shack #23-144. It will

provide approximately one year of

operation before replacement is necessary.

To replace the battery, carefully remove the

case screw located at the end of the remote

transmitter where the key ring attaches to its

case. Use a small blade Phillips

screwdriver. Use caution so as

not to bend or otherwise damage the

battery contacts. After replacing the

battery, replace the case cover and

carefully tighten the screw. Do not over-

tighten the screw. Test the transmitter to be

sure it arms and disarms the alarm.

B. LED STATUS INDICATOR OPERATION

1. LED OFF = The RF-503 is disarmed.

2. LED CONSTANT ON = Indicates open trigger circuit. The alarm cannot be armed.

3. LED FAST FLASHING = Passive arming timer is counting down.

4. LED FLASHING = The RF-503 is armed.

5. LED FLASHING IN A 2 FLASH/HOLD SEQUENCE = Alarm breach.

NOTE: If the automatic rearm feature was chosen at the time of installation, a door must be opened

after disarming. If a door is not opened, the RF-503 will automatically rearm in 60 seconds, and the

LED will continue to flash. See section (F ) AUTOMATIC REARM for details.

C. AUDIBLE AND VISUAL ALARM STATUS INDICATOR

1. 1 CHIRP (VEHICLE HORN OR SIREN) WITH 1 LIGHT FLASH = Alarm is armed.

2. 2 CHIRPS (VEHICLE HORN OR SIREN) WITH 2 LIGHT FLASHES = Alarm is disarmed.

3. 4 CHIRPS (VEHICLE HORN OR SIREN) WITH 4 LIGHT FLASHES AND LED FLASHING

IN A 2 FLASH/HOLD SEQUENCE = Alarm is disarmed and has been breached in your absence.

D. VALET/OVERRIDE SWITCH

NOTE: Both the VALET and OVERRIDE functions are performed from the same switch.

1. OVERRIDE FUNCTION

The OVERRIDE FUNCTION may be used if the RF-503 remote is lost or inoperative. To operate

the OVERRIDE FUNCTION, enter the vehicle (alarm will sound). Switch the ignition to ON. Move

the VALET/OVERRIDE switch to ON, then OFF. The alarm will stop. The RF-503 will be

disarmed. Quickly replace or service the remote transmitter to insure continued vehicle protection.

2. VALET FUNCTION

If PASSIVE (Automatic) arming is selected, the RF-503 may be placed into the VALET (stand-by)

mode to allow for vehicle service, washing, or attendant parking without self-arming after the ignition has

been switch off, and without leaving the RF-503 remote control with unauthorized individuals.

To operate the VALET FUNCTION, turn the vehicle ignition to ON and move the

VALET/OVERRIDE switch to ON, then ignition OFF.

To return to normal operation, turn the vehicle ignition to ON and move the VALET/OVERRIDE

switch to OFF, then ignition OFF.

3. KEYLESS ENTRY MODE

In the valet mode, the vehicle doors can be locked and unlocked using the remote if the remote door

lock/unlock (*) has been installed. However, there will be no chirp confirmation. It is strongly

recommended that the driver visually confirm that the doors are locked or unlocked.

NOTE (*): Your vehicle must be equipped with power door locks. Optional relays my be required.

E. PASSIVE OPERATION

The RF-503 provides a choice of arming capabilities. The alarm can be set to automatically arm each

time the vehicle is parked, or it may be armed manually. Refer to manual arming at the beginning of this

manual. The selection for PASSIVE (Automatic) or MANUAL (Active) arming is done with the

remote transmitter.

NOTE: THE RF-503 MUST BE DISARMED IN ORDER TO SELECT PASSIVE OR MANUAL

ARMING

NOTE: The factory default setting is MANUAL arming.

1. PASSIVE ARMING

Press the MODE button “M” plus Button II for three (3) seconds on the RF-503 remote transmitter.

The horn or siren will respond with three (3) chirps. Then press Button I. The horn or siren will

respond with four (4) chirps and immediately exit the mode. The alarm will now arm in the PASSIVE

(Automatic) mode each time the ignition is switched off. If no signal is received within 30 seconds, the

mode will automatically close.

1. Switch OFF the vehicle ignition, exit vehicle, and be sure all protected openings are closed.

2. The LED STATUS INDICATOR will begin fast flashing and the passive arming timer will begin

counting down.

3. If you reopen the exit, the LED will stop flashing.

4. Close the exit, and the LED will start flashing again.

5. The RF-503 will count down for 30 seconds. After 30 seconds, the vehicle horn or siren will chirp

one (1) time, and the parking lights will flash one (1) time indicating the RF-700 has armed.

NOTE: If the optional power door lock feature is installed, and the PASSIVE (Automatic) door lock

feature has been selected during installation, the doors will automatically lock 10 seconds after the

PASSIVE arming cycle is completed.

2. DISARMING WITH PASSIVE (AUTOMATIC) ARMING

Disarming is accomplished in the same manner as with MANUAL arming. Refer to Section A of this

manual.

NOTE: If domelight supervision has been installed, the vehicle’s domelight(s) will illuminate with the

disarm signal. The domelight will remain on for 60 seconds, or immediately turn off when the ignition is

switched on.

F. AUTOMATIC REARMING

The RF-503 is equipped with an automatic rearming circuit that will return the alarm to a fully armed

state if a door is not opened within 60 seconds after disarming, regardless of which method was used to

arm. The automatic rearm circuit can be eliminated at the time of installation.

G. BREACH WARNING

The RF-503 is equipped with a BREACH WARNING to tell you, upon disarming, if the alarm has

been triggered in your absence. If an alarm breach has occurred, the LED STATUS INDICATOR will

be flashing in a 2 flash/hold sequence. Press Button I on the remote transmitter. The vehicle horn or

siren will chirp four (4) times, and the parking lights will flash four (4) times. Enter the vehicle in the

normal manner.

H. IGNITION CONTROL POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM

When installed with remote power door lock/unlock, the vehicle’s door will automatically lock when the

ignition is switched on. The doors will automatically unlock when the ignition is switched off. To avoid

any undesirable lock-out, the doors will not lock if any door is left open.

This feature is selectable at the time of installation. If the ignition control door lock system is not chosen,

the doors will not lock automatically in the passive arming mode. However, the doors will lock in the

manual arming mode, and with the automatic rearming mode.

NOTE: The ignition control power door lock system will not function on vehicles with vacuum/electric

door lock systems, such as those found on some Mercedes-Benz, and Audi vehicles.

NOTE: Use of the ignition control door lock system will not interfere with any factory installed child

door lock safety system.

I. TRIGGER TEST

After arming the RF-503 in either the PASSIVE or MANUAL mode, test the system in the following

manner.

1. Open any door or other protected opening. The vehicle horn or siren will immediately sound, and the

parking lights will begin flashing.

2. If the prewarning feature is activated, the RF-503’s SIS-5 shock sensor will respond to a light shock

with a horn or siren chirp, and trigger the alarm when a heavier shock is detected.

3. If optional sensors have been installed, arm the RF-503 and test according to the directions of the

particular sensor. If triggered in the armed condition, the RF-503 will sound the vehicle horn or siren,

and flash the parking lights for 60 seconds. It will then stop and automatically reset and rearm. If the

violation continues, the alarm will sound and the lights will flash for two (2) 60 seconds cycles.

J. REMOTE CONTROL TRUNK/HATCH RELEASE FEATURE (Optional)

The RF-503 remote transmitter may be used to release your vehicle’s trunk or hatch release. (*)

To remotely release the vehicle trunk or hatch, press Button I on the remote transmitter, then press

Button II for three (3) seconds. The trunk or hatch will automatically release. (**)

(*) Your vehicle must be equipped with an electronic trunk or hatch release.

(**) If you do not intend to drive the vehicle, you must rearm the RF-503.

K. SHOCK SENSOR

The standard SIS-5 shock sensor will trigger the RF-503 when, for example, a window is broken, or

when the body of the vehicle is subjected to a shock, such as being struck by another vehicle when

parked.

Because vehicles vary greatly, the amount of sensitivity needed to trigger the SIS-5 will also vary. The

SIS-5 is adjustable through the remote transmitter to allow precise adjustment to accommodate the

needs of your vehicle.

THE RF-503 MUST BE DISARMED TO ADJUST THE SHOCK SENSOR.

Press MODE Button “M” plus Button I for three (3) seconds on the remote transmitter. The horn or

siren will chirp three times. Then press Button I to increase shock sensor sensitivity, or press Button II

to decrease sensitivity. A chirp sound will be heard with each adjustment. There are 15 adjustment

increments available. For example: If you choose to increase the sensitivity three (3) times, you must

press Button I three (3) times. If you choose to decrease sensitivity three (3) times, you must press

Button II three (3) times. After the desired adjustment is made, test the shock sensor as described

below. If adjustment is not suitable, repeat the adjustment procedure.

NOTE: While in the shock sensor adjustment mode, test the sensitivity of the shock sensor by applying

a shock to one of the vehicle’s tires. (*) The alarm will confirm with a chirp sound. The horn or siren

will not actually trigger until you have exited the adjustment mode.

To exit the adjustment mode, press the MODE Button “M” plus Button I. The horn or siren will

respond with four (4) chirps. If no adjustment signal is received within 30 seconds, the adjustment

mode will automatically close.

As a rule of thumb, over-adjustment will result in frequent false triggers, under-adjustment will result in

poor response should a violation occur.

To test the SIS-5 shock sensor, arm the RF-503. Then sharply kick one of the vehicle’s tires(*), or

slap the glass (**) with the open palm of your hand. The alarm will immediately trigger.

NOTE (*): Do not test the shock sensor by hitting any of the body panels.

NOTE (**): Use extreme caution testing the shock sensor in this manner. Never use any objects to

strike the glass.

NOTE: Adjusting the SIS-5 will also affect adjustment of its own pre-warning circuit. However, any

other added sensors, either trigger or prewarning, will not be affected. These sensors must be adjusted

separately.

L. TEMPORARY SHOCK SENSOR BYPASS FEATURE

THE RF-503 MUST BE DISARMED TO BYPASS THE SENSOR

Under certain conditions where the vehicle will be subject to heavy traffic, or environmental effects, you

may wish to bypass the SIS-5 shock sensor for that particular arming cycle.

To bypass the SIS-5, press the MODE Button “M” plus Button III for three (3) seconds on the remote

control transmitter. The horn or siren will respond with three chirps. Press Button I. The horn or siren

will respond with 4 chirps and immediately exit the bypass mode. The SIS-5 will remain bypassed until

the next arm/disarm sequence is completed. The procedure must be repeated each time you wish to

bypass the SIS-5.

M. THIRD CHANNEL OUTPUT FEATURE

AutoPage provides a third output channel accessed from Button III on the remote transmitter to allow

control over optional features such as, power window roll-up modules, remote engine starters, etc.

Consult with your AutoPage dealer for specifics of which optional may be connected to this output.

NOTE: Due to the wide range of modules and accessories available, AutoPage cannot guarantee that

the third channel output feature will function with all types of these modules and accessories.

N. PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE TRANSMITTERS

The RF-503 includes two (2), 4 button mini remote control transmitters which must be programmed to

the alarm before any alarm function is possible. This action is normally done at the time of installation,

however there may be occurrences when you wish to enter the programming mode.

NOTE: Each time the programming mode is entered, all previously programmed transmitter codes will

be automatically deleted and must be reprogrammed. This is an important security feature. If any

transmitter is lost or stolen, enter the programming mode and reprogram existing transmitters.

Transmitters can only be programmed by entering the programming mode.

NOTE: Any transmitters programmed to the RF-503 as described above will remain in memory during

times when certain vehicle service procedures make it necessary to disconnect the battery.

To program the RF-503 transmitters, follow the directions as written below, in their exact order!

HAVE ALL TRANSMITTERS READILY AVAILABLE.

1. Flip the VALET/OVERRIDE switch to its “ON” position.

2. Turn the ignition switch to “ON”, then “OFF”, then immediately flip the VALET/OVERRIDE switch

“OFF”, “ON/OFF”, “ON/OFF”. The vehicle horn or siren will chirp one (1) time.

3. Turn the ignition switch “ON/OFF”, “ON/OFF”. The vehicle horn or siren will chirp (2) times. You

are now in the programming mode.

4. Press button #I on one of the remote control transmitters until the vehicle horn or siren responds with

a confirming chirp. The first transmitter is now programmed.

5. Within five (5) seconds, press button #I on the second transmitter until the vehicle horn or siren

responds with a confirming chirp. The second transmitter is now programmed.

NOTE: If the RF-503 does not receive a second transmitter code to learn within five (5) seconds, it will

automatically close the programming mode and resume normal alarm functions. If this happens, it will

be necessary to repeat steps 1 through 5 and reprogram all transmitters.

NOTE: The RF-503 can learn up to four transmitter codes. If additional, optional transmitters are to be

programmed, follow sequence 1 through 5 and continue programming.

O. PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE TRANSMITTERS FOR A SECOND VEHICLE

The RF-503 transmitters are capable of controlling separately installed alarm systems in two vehicles.

To code the RF-503 transmitters for two vehicles, follow the diagrams as shown below. Before

multiple vehicle programming can be achieved, it will be necessary to enter the programming mode for

each vehicle’s alarm system.

NOTE: Program each vehicle separately. Do not enter the program mode on each vehicle at the same

time.

1. TWO VEHICLE OPERATION

VEHICLE #1

Enter the programming mode on vehicle #1 and push the I Button on the transmitter for vehicle #1. The

vehicle horn or siren will respond with a confirming chirp. Within five (5) seconds, push Button II on

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