Automate 425 User Manual

Model 425
Installation Guide
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© 2001 Directed Electronics, Inc. Vista, CA N425A 3-01
Rev. E 1.1
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Automate 425 Specifications

General

Alarm Type	2-Way
Remote Range	Up to 1 Mile
Engine Immobilizer	Yes
Remote Start	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes
Starter Kill	Yes
Panic Mode	Yes
Compatibility	Most vehicles (Requires Professional Installation)

Summary

finding the wires you need

obtaining constant 12V

Details on locating a constant 12V power source in the vehicle, emphasizing the use of a fuse and proper connection points.

finding the 12V switched ignition wire

Instructions for identifying the 12V switched ignition wire, crucial for system operation, using a digital multimeter.

finding the door pin switch circuit

finding a starter wire

solder connections

primary harness (H1), 12-pin connector

primary harness wire connection guide

Detailed guide for connecting wires from the primary 12-pin harness, explaining the function and application of each wire.

H1/5 GREEN (-) door trigger input, zone 3

H1/6 BLUE (-) instant trigger, zone 1

H1/7 VIOLET (+) door trigger input, zone 3

H1/8 BLACK (-) chassis ground connection

H1/9 YELLOW (+) ignition input, zone 5

H1/11 RED (+) 12V constant power input

door lock harness (H2) wire connection guide

type A: (+) 12V pulses from the switch to the factory relays

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

bypassing sensor inputs

system features learn routine

11 CHANNEL 3 VALIDITY/LATCHED/LATCHED RESET WITH IGNITION/30 SECOND TIMED/SECOND UNLOCK OUTPUT/DELAYED ACCESSORY OUTPUT

transmitter/receiver learn routine

troubleshooting

Shock sensor does not trigger the alarm

Troubleshooting steps for issues where the shock sensor fails to activate the alarm, checking for NPC and retesting.

Door input does not immediately trigger full alarm. Instead, first I hear chirps for three seconds

Explains that chirps followed by a full alarm indicate a progressive two-stage door input, a normal system feature.

Closing the door triggers the system, but opening the door does not

Troubleshooting common door input issues, suggesting verification of the correct door switch system type and wire connection.

System will not passively arm until it is remotely armed and then disarmed

Door input does not respond with the progressive trigger, but with immediate full alarm

The Valet switch does not work

The security system will not override with the Valet switch

Status LED does not work

Cannot access the Transmitter/Receiver Learn Routine through the Valet switch

Cannot access the System Features Learn Routine through the Valet switch

Wiring Quick Reference Guide