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© 2000 Directed Electronics, Inc. Vista, CA N553A 8-01
Rev. M 1.1
Model 553
Installation Guide
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Summary

What is Included

Warning! Safety First

Installation Points to Remember

Before Beginning the Installation

Important pre-installation checks and advice for a successful setup.

After the Installation

Post-installation checks and testing procedures to ensure proper functionality.

Deciding on Component Locations

Locations for the Siren

Guidance on optimal placement for the siren to ensure security and prevent tampering.

Locations for the Control Module

Recommendations for mounting the control module securely and away from heat sources.

Locations for Stinger DoubleGuard Shock Sensor

Locations for Valet;Program Switch

Locations for the Status LED

Locations for the Starter Kill Relay

Locations for the Relay Satellite

Finding the Wires You Need

Obtaining Constant 12 V

Instructions on locating reliable constant 12V power sources in the vehicle.

Finding the 12 V Switched Ignition Wire

Finding the Starter Wire

Finding the Accessory Wire

Finding the Tachometer Wire

Finding the Wait-to-Start Bulb Wire for Diesels

Finding a (+) Parking Light Wire

Finding the Door Pin Switch Circuit

Making Your Wire Connections

Primary Harness (H1), 12-pin Connector

Secondary Harness (H2), 3-pin Connector

Remote Start Primary Harness, 5-pin Connector

Heavy Gauge Relay Satellite Key Switch Interface

Remote Start Secondary Harness (H3), 6-pin Connector

Primary Harness (H1) Wire Connection Guide

Secondary Harness (H2) Wire Connection Guide

Relay Satellite Key Switch Interface Wire Connection Guide

Remote Start Secondary Harness (H3) Wire Connection Guide

Neutral Safety Switch Interface

Bypassing GM Vehicle Anti-Theft Systems (VATS)

1995 and Newer Vehicle Anti-Theft Systems (Immobilizers)

Plug-in LED and Valet;Program Switch

Programmer Interface, 3-pin Black Plug

Shock Sensor Harness, 4-pin Connector

Tach Learning

Door Lock Harness (H4) Wire Connection Guide

Type A: (+) 12 V Pulses from the Switch to the Factory Relays

Wiring guide for Type A door lock systems using positive 12V pulses.

Type B: (-) Pulses from the Switch to the Factory Relays

Type C: Reversing Polarity

Type D: After-Market Actuators

Type E: Mercedes-Benz and Audi (1985 & Newer)

Type F: One-Wire System

Type G: Positive (+) Multiplex

Type H: Negative (-) Multiplex

Programming Jumpers

Tach Threshold On;Off

Jumper setting to adjust tach signal threshold for specific vehicles.

Light Flash (+);(-)

Jumper setting to configure positive or negative light flash output.

Transmitter;Receiver Learn Routine

Transmitter Configurations

Standard Configuration

How to program transmitters for standard button assignments.

Single Button Arm;Disarm Configuration

How to program transmitters for single button arm/disarm operation.

Multi-Level Security Arming

System Features Learn Routine

Feature Menus

Menu #1 - Basic Features

Overview of basic system features and their default settings.

Menu #2 - Advanced Features

Overview of advanced system features and their programmable options.

Feature Descriptions

Menu #3 - Remote Start Options

Details on programming remote start related features.

Nuisance Prevention Circuitry

Valet Mode

Timer Mode

Table of Zones

Shutdown Diagnostics

Long Term Event History

Safety Check

Troubleshooting

Alarm Troubleshooting

Common alarm issues and their solutions.

Remote Start Troubleshooting

Wiring Quick Reference Guide

Summary

What is Included

Warning! Safety First

Installation Points to Remember

Before Beginning the Installation

Important pre-installation checks and advice for a successful setup.

After the Installation

Post-installation checks and testing procedures to ensure proper functionality.

Deciding on Component Locations

Locations for the Siren

Guidance on optimal placement for the siren to ensure security and prevent tampering.

Locations for the Control Module

Recommendations for mounting the control module securely and away from heat sources.

Locations for Stinger DoubleGuard Shock Sensor

Locations for Valet;Program Switch

Locations for the Status LED

Locations for the Starter Kill Relay

Locations for the Relay Satellite

Finding the Wires You Need

Obtaining Constant 12 V

Instructions on locating reliable constant 12V power sources in the vehicle.

Finding the 12 V Switched Ignition Wire

Finding the Starter Wire

Finding the Accessory Wire

Finding the Tachometer Wire

Finding the Wait-to-Start Bulb Wire for Diesels

Finding a (+) Parking Light Wire

Finding the Door Pin Switch Circuit

Making Your Wire Connections

Primary Harness (H1), 12-pin Connector

Secondary Harness (H2), 3-pin Connector

Remote Start Primary Harness, 5-pin Connector

Heavy Gauge Relay Satellite Key Switch Interface

Remote Start Secondary Harness (H3), 6-pin Connector

Primary Harness (H1) Wire Connection Guide

Secondary Harness (H2) Wire Connection Guide

Relay Satellite Key Switch Interface Wire Connection Guide

Remote Start Secondary Harness (H3) Wire Connection Guide

Neutral Safety Switch Interface

Bypassing GM Vehicle Anti-Theft Systems (VATS)

1995 and Newer Vehicle Anti-Theft Systems (Immobilizers)

Plug-in LED and Valet;Program Switch

Programmer Interface, 3-pin Black Plug

Shock Sensor Harness, 4-pin Connector

Tach Learning

Door Lock Harness (H4) Wire Connection Guide

Type A: (+) 12 V Pulses from the Switch to the Factory Relays

Wiring guide for Type A door lock systems using positive 12V pulses.

Type B: (-) Pulses from the Switch to the Factory Relays

Type C: Reversing Polarity

Type D: After-Market Actuators

Type E: Mercedes-Benz and Audi (1985 & Newer)

Type F: One-Wire System

Type G: Positive (+) Multiplex

Type H: Negative (-) Multiplex

Programming Jumpers

Tach Threshold On;Off

Jumper setting to adjust tach signal threshold for specific vehicles.

Light Flash (+);(-)

Jumper setting to configure positive or negative light flash output.

Transmitter;Receiver Learn Routine

Transmitter Configurations

Standard Configuration

How to program transmitters for standard button assignments.

Single Button Arm;Disarm Configuration

How to program transmitters for single button arm/disarm operation.

Multi-Level Security Arming

System Features Learn Routine

Feature Menus

Menu #1 - Basic Features

Overview of basic system features and their default settings.

Menu #2 - Advanced Features

Overview of advanced system features and their programmable options.

Feature Descriptions

Menu #3 - Remote Start Options

Details on programming remote start related features.

Nuisance Prevention Circuitry

Valet Mode

Timer Mode

Table of Zones

Shutdown Diagnostics

Long Term Event History

Safety Check

Troubleshooting

Alarm Troubleshooting

Common alarm issues and their solutions.

Remote Start Troubleshooting

Wiring Quick Reference Guide

Auto Mate 553 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAuto Mate
Model553
CategoryCar Alarm
LanguageEnglish

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