Firstech COMPUSTAR T13/R5

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Summary

Introduction and Warranty

Warranty Coverage Details

Explains warranty terms, registration process, and conditions for the remote control systems.

Remote Basics and Programming

Remote Programming Procedures

Guides users through programming new remotes for both key start and push-to-start vehicles.

Remote Battery Charging

Charging 2 WT13;2 WR5 Remotes

Instructions for charging the 2WT13 and 2WR5 remotes via USB, including indicators and battery life.

Remote User Feature Settings

2 WT13 User Feature Navigation

Explains navigation and use of user features on the 2WT13 remote via button actions.

2 WR5 User Feature Access

Outlines how to access and interact with user features on the 2WR5 remote.

Valet Mode Operation

Describes enabling/disabling Valet Mode to restrict remote start and alarm functions.

Proximity Unlocking Feature

2 WT13 Proximity Enable;Disable

How to enable or disable the proximity unlock feature on the 2WT13 remote.

2 WR5 Proximity Enable;Disable

How to enable or disable the proximity unlock feature on the 2WR5 remote.

Alarm Alerts and Notifications

Alarm Full Mode Configuration

Explains the "Alarm full mode" for receiving alerts and notifications for triggered alarms.

2 WT13 Remote Button Functions

Lock;Arm and Unlock;Disarm Functions

Explains how to lock/arm and unlock/disarm the vehicle and system using the remote buttons.

Start;Stop and Auxiliary Functions

Details on using buttons for remote start/stop, auxiliary outputs, and trunk release.

Panic and Power Functions

How to activate the panic feature and power the remote on.

2 WT13 Remote Button Functions (Continued)

LCD Status and Feature Access

Functions for waking the LCD, checking status, and entering user features.

Runtime Management and Power Down

Managing remote start runtime extension and powering down the remote.

2 WT13 Remote and User Feature Table

LCD Icon and Feature Options Overview

Explains various LCD icons and their corresponding feature options for customization.

Specific Feature Explanations (LCD View, Proximity)

Details on features like LCD view selection and proximity unlock functionality.

2 WT13 Detailed User Feature Explanations

Shock Sensor and 2 nd Car Mode Management

Explains shock sensor activation/deactivation and 2nd car mode management.

Drive Lock and Timer Start Configuration

Details on enabling/disabling drive lock and timer start user features.

Screen, Brightness, and Volume Adjustments

Adjusting screen timeout, display brightness, and remote chime volume.

Additional 2 WT13 User Features

Passive Arming and Alarm Alert Modes

Activating passive arming and selecting alarm alert modes (Full/Half).

Valet Mode and AUX Configuration

Activating Valet Mode via remote and configuring AUX outputs/icons.

LCD Language Settings

Changing the displayed language for alerts, actions, and responses.

Remote Identification and Settings

Temperature Display and Remote ID

Option to change temperature display and information on Remote ID.

Remote Power Down Function

How to power down the remote if necessary.

Common LCD Icons Guide

Understanding LCD Icons

Explains the meaning of various icons displayed on the remote's LCD screen.

2 WR5 Remote Button Functions

2 WR5 Button Function Descriptions

Details the functions of the 2WR5 remote buttons based on hold time.

2 WR5 Remote User Features Access

Outlines how to access and interact with user features on the 2WR5 remote.

2 WR5 LED Icon Guide

Understanding 2 WR5 LED Indicators

Explains the meaning of various LED indicators on the 2WR5 remote.

Remote Start Error Diagnostic

Remote Start Error Codes Explained

Lists error codes indicated by parking light flashes when remote start fails.

Remote Start Shutdown Error Codes

Vehicle Shutdown Error Codes by Flashes

Lists error codes indicated by parking light flashes when the vehicle shuts down after remote start.

Remote Start Reservation Mode Diagnostics

Reservation Mode Diagnostic Codes

Codes indicating issues during or after remote start reservation mode.

Alarm Diagnostics

Alarm Trigger LED Indications

Explains LED indications for specific alarm trigger zones.

Alarm Siren Chirp Codes for Triggers

How siren chirps indicate specific alarm trigger zones upon disarming.

Limited Lifetime Warranty Information

Product Warranty Terms and Conditions

Details the limited lifetime warranty for the product and its components.

Warranty Registration Process

Information on how to register the product warranty online to ensure coverage.

This document serves as the Master Guide for the COMPUSTAR T13/R5 remote control systems, developed by Firstech LLC. It covers the functionality, technical specifications, and usage instructions for both the 2-Way 3-Button Liquid Crystal Display Remote (2WT13) and its companion remote (2WR5), which are part of the ALARM IT, START IT, or MAX IT systems.

Function Description:

The COMPUSTAR T13/R5 systems are designed for vehicle security and remote start functionalities. They allow users to remotely lock/arm, unlock/disarm their vehicle, activate remote start/stop, and control auxiliary outputs. The 2WT13 remote features an LCD screen for visual feedback, displaying vehicle status, battery voltage, and temperature (if equipped with a sensor). Both remotes support a "Proximity Unlocking" feature, which automatically unlocks/disarms the vehicle as the user approaches. They also offer "Alarm full mode" for receiving alarm alerts and notifications when within range of the vehicle. The system includes a "Valet Mode" to disable remote start and alarm functions when the vehicle is being serviced or loaned. Additionally, the remotes can be programmed for "2nd Car Mode" to control two separate vehicles, provided they share the same antenna model (ANT-2WSF). "Drive Lock" functionality allows the vehicle doors to lock automatically when the ignition is on, doors are closed, and the foot brake is pressed, and unlock when the vehicle is shut off or the parking brake is set. "Timer Start" enables automatic vehicle starting based on a pre-set time sequence or temperature. "Turbo Timer" keeps the vehicle running for up to 3 minutes after the key is removed, engaging the parking brake for turbocharged vehicles.

Important Technical Specifications:

FCC Compliance: The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules, ensuring it does not cause harmful interference and accepts any interference received.
Power On: Both 2WT13 and 2WR5 remotes must be powered on before first use by holding the center or start button for 6-8 seconds.
Charging: The 2WT13R-SF is a waterproof USB rechargeable remote. It uses a micro USB cable for charging via a USB adapter or computer port. USB adapters rated 2.5A or higher and unregulated 12-volt car chargers are not recommended. Charging typically takes about 2 hours, providing 30-45 days of battery life with normal use (up to 60 days in Half Alarm mode).
Remote Programming: The system supports up to 4 remotes. Programming involves specific steps depending on whether the vehicle has a standard key or Push to Start.
Alarm Alert Modes: "Full" mode provides alarm notifications when within range, while "Half" mode provides alerts only when remote started. "Full" mode is required for the proximity unlock function.
Remote Start Error Diagnostics: The vehicle's parking lights flash three times, followed by additional flashes corresponding to specific error codes (e.g., motor running, key in ignition, door open, foot brake on, hood open, reservation off, tach/tachless sensing failure, DAS sensor shutdown, valet mode).
Remote Start Shutdown Error Codes: If the vehicle shuts down after remote start, parking lights flash four times, then again with an error code (e.g., lost engine sensing signal, lost emergency brake signal, foot brake triggered, hood pin triggered).
Reservation Mode Diagnostics: Specific flash patterns indicate issues during reservation mode (e.g., tach lost, E-brake signal lost, foot brake triggered, hood input triggered, door input triggered, trunk input triggered, security triggered, ignition input detected, no DAS detected, keysense input detected).
Alarm Diagnostics: The LED blinks slowly when armed. When the siren is active, the LED indicates the triggered zone (e.g., door, shock sensor, tilt sensor, ignition, hood, trunk, AUX sensors). Upon disarming, siren chirps indicate the triggered zone.

Usage Features:

2WT13 User Features:
- Button Actions:
  - Lock/left arrow button: 1 tap for Lock/Arm, double tap for AUX2, hold for 2.5 sec for Panic, hold for 8 sec for N/A.
  - Center Start/Stop button: 1 tap for LCD Wake or Status Update, double tap to Enter User Features, double tap during RS for Runtime Extension, hold for 2.5 sec for Remote Start/Stop, hold for 8 sec for remote power on.
  - Unlock/right arrow button: 1 tap for Unlock, double tap for AUX1, hold for 2.5 sec for Trunk Release, hold for 8 sec for N/A.
- Navigation: Double tap the center button to enter user feature settings. Tap lock/unlock buttons to navigate. Tap center button to toggle/select options. Hold center button for 2.5 seconds to exit.
- LCD View: Select vehicle icon (Truck, Sedan, SUV) for display.
- Siren/Horn (with lock/unlock): Enable/disable siren/horn output for arming/disarming.
- Shock Sensor: Activate/deactivate connected shock sensors.
- AUX 1/2 Configuration: Set icons for AUX 1/2 outputs.
- LCD Language: Change display language (English, French, Spanish).
- Temperature Display: Toggle between Fahrenheit, Celsius, and Off.
- Remote ID: Display remote serial number.
- Remote Power Down: Power off the remote (hold center button for 8 seconds after selection).
2WR5 User Features:
- Button Actions:
  - Start/Stop button: Hold for 4 sec to power up, 0.5 sec tap to lock/arm, 0.5 sec x 2 double tap to unlock/disarm, 2.5 sec hold for remote start/stop.
- Navigation: Single tap then HOLD for 5 seconds to enter user feature settings.
- Proximity Unlock: Tap start/stop button 1 time to enable/disable (BLUE Unlock LED for ON, RED Lock LED for OFF).
- Remote Silent Mode: Double tap start/stop button to enable/disable remote beep (BLUE Lock LED and beep for ON, Unlock LED and no beep for OFF).
- Power Down: Hold start/stop button for 5 seconds to power down (hold for 4 seconds to power up).

Maintenance Features:

Battery Charging: Instructions for charging the 2WT13 and 2WR5 remotes via micro USB. The 2WT13 displays a charging icon, and the 2WR5 LEDs flash red. Both remotes beep when charging is complete.
Warranty: Firstech LLC offers a limited lifetime warranty on the product (excluding the remote controller unit, which has a 1-year warranty, or 3 years for Compustar Pro 2WT13R-SF). Warranty registration must be completed online within 10 days of purchase at www.compustar.com. Proof of purchase is recommended.
Screen Timeout: Adjust the length of time the LCD screen stays awake (longer timeout may reduce battery life).
Display Brightness: Adjust LCD screen brightness (3 levels; brighter settings may reduce battery life).
Remote Chime Volume: Adjust the volume of remote sounds, including a vibrate-only option and an off option to disable all sounds and vibration.