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Automotive Security
User’s Manual
Model: PLUS-5900
For Technical Assistance, please call (800) 638-3600,
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Remote Control Transmitters
The LCD screen on the 2-way remote control displays graphic icons. It provides visual information
on any trigger of the sensors and around the clock surveillance of your vehicle, as well as
displaying the present status of the system.
2-Way LCD Remote
LCD Display Icons
1-Way Backup Remote
LCD Remote Icons
Door Lock
Vehicles Doors are Locked
Warn Away
Shock Sensor Triggered (Zone 1)
Door Unlock
Vehicles Doors are Unlocked
Shock Sensor
Shock Sensor Triggered (Zone 4)
Armed Mode
Security System is Armed
Power Save Mode
Saves The Battery Power when
Transmitter is not in Use
Valet Mode
Security System is in Valet Mode
Vibrate Mode
Vibrates when Security System is Triggered
Remote Transmission
Transmitting a Signal
Low Battery
Replace the Transmitter Battery
In-Range Indicator
You are within Remote Control Range
Ignition
Door Triggered
Trigger On Ignition Switch (Zone 5)
Doors are Opened (Zone 3)
Driver Paging / Lost and Found
Someone is Paging you from the Vehicle
Trunk/Hood Triggered
Trunk/Hood are Open (Zone 2)
System Trigger/Panic
Alerts that the System has been
Triggered
Second Vehicle
Communicate with a Second Vehicle’s
Security System
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Remote Control Transmitters Operation
Transmitter Button
System Function
Remark
Lock Doors & Arms System
Press and Release
Arm and Delete the 2-Stage
Shock Sensor
Press Twice within 3 Seconds
-
-
Arm System and
Hidden Alarm Function
Press within 3 Seconds
Panic Alarm
Press and Hold for 3 Seconds
System Armed Longer than 30
Seconds
Progressive Car Locator
Silent Arming/Disarming
Manual Anti-Car Jacking Mode
Press at the same Time
+
+
Ignition in “ON” Position,
Press and Hold for 2 Seconds
Press Both and Hold Until the
Door Locks Cycle
RF Valet Mode On
+
Press and Release
Unlock Doors & Disarm System
Two Step Door Unlock and
Disarm System
Press Twice within 3 Seconds
-
Press Both and Hold Until the
Door Locks Cycle
RF Valet Mode Off
+
Trunk Release - Channel 3
Press and Hold for up to 3 Seconds
Passive Arming Bypass
-
Press Twice within 3 Seconds
Press and Release
Channel 4 Timer Control Output
Press and Hold
Hear a Long Beep then Press
+
Together
2nd Car Control
(LCD Transmitter Only)
-
+
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Programming the LCD Transmitter
Vibration/Melody Mode
This mode is useful when you are in a noisy place and it is difficult to hear the beep from the
transmitter. While in the Vibration/Melody Mode, the transmitter will vibrate if your security
system has been activated.
1. Press and hold the
and buttons at the same time until one long beep is
heard. Programming has now been entered.
2. Within 5 seconds, press the button to select the vibration or Melody Mode.
The icon will be displayed on the screen to show the remote transmitter is
in Vibration Mode.
3. To exit the Programming Mode, take no action for five seconds. The remote
control will generate two long beeps to indicate Programming Mode has been
exited.
Power Save Mode
While in the Power Save Mode, the LCD remote transmitter will “Sleep” until a
button is pushed, extending the life of battery. When Power Save Mode is “OFF”,
the remote control will wake up periodically to check for messages from the
security system.
1. Press and hold the and buttons at the same time until one long beep is
heard. Programming has now been entered.
2. Within 5 seconds, press the button to toggle between “ON” or “OFF”. The
remote will beep twice for “ON”, and once for “OFF”. When Power Save Mode is “ON”, the
icon on the LCD screen indicates entry into Power Save Mode.
3. To exit Programming Mode, take no action for five seconds. The remote control will generate
two long beeps indicating Programming Mode has been exited.
Screen Lamp On
Press the button once, and the LCD screen lamp will turn on for 5 seconds.
System Status Check
To check the system’s present status through the LCD screen, press the
transmitter button first, then within 3 seconds press
and buttons at the
same time. The response will be one melody sound, and the LCD screen will be
illuminated. Note: If no response is received, then you are out of range.
Clear the Flash Icon and Melody Sound
Press the
button first, then within 3 seconds press the
and buttons at the same time.
These steps will clear the flash icon and melody sound on the LCD transmitter.
Stop the Trigger Melody Sound
While triggering the alarm the LCD screen will alert the user through a melody sound and a
flashing trigger icon. Press any button on the LCD transmitter to stop melody sound only, and
the remote control will not send a command to the system.
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Programming the LCD Transmitter
Press Buttons at the Same Time: Then Press Button Within:
System Function
Switching to 2nd Vehicle
or Returning to 1st
Vehicle Operation
5 Sec.
+
Melody / Vibration Mode
Power Save Mode
+
+
5 Sec.
5 Sec.
LCD Screen Lamp
Turns On for Five Seconds
System Status Check
3 Sec.
3 Sec.
+
+
Clear the Flash Icon
and Melody Sound
Battery Replacement
The LCD remote control is powered by a 1.5 Volt
AAA Alkaline battery. When the power of the
battery weakens the battery icon
will be
displayed on the screen. When the old battery is
replaced with a new one, there will be a beep to
indicate the power is up. To replace the battery,
follow the steps in the illustration at left.
Note: Press the
button two times when the
battery compartment is empty, then insert the
new battery.
LED Indicator
LED
Function
OFF
System is Disarmed
Slow Flashing
Fast Flashing
LED On Solid
System is Armed
Automatic Arming Timer is Counting Down
System in Valet Mode (Ignition Key On)
1 Flash Every 5 Seconds System in Valet Mode (Ignition Key Off)
2 Flashes - Pause
3 Flashes - Pause
4 Flashes - Pause
5 Flashes - Pause
Zone 2, Trigger from Trunk/Hood
Zone 3, Trigger from Door Switch
Zone 4, Trigger from Shock Sensor
Zone 5, Trigger from Ignition Switch
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Interference
The transmission range may decrease if the system encounters interference from tall structures or
stronger radio frequencies such as high-voltage power lines.
Parking Lights
Flash
Function
1 Flash
System is Armed
System is Disarmed
Disarmed / Triggered
Car Locator
2 Flashes
3 Flashes
3 or 6 Flashes
Chirp Indicators
Chirp
Function
1 Chirp
System is Armed
System is Disarmed
Ajar Warning
2 Chirps
3 Chirps
4 Chirps
Disarm / Triggered
Progressive Car Locator
2, 3 or 6 Chirps
System Characteristics
Parking
Light
Siren/Horn
LED
Doors
Starter
Dome Light
1or 3
1. Arming
Disabled
(Option)
1 Flash
Slow Flash
Locking
Chirps
2 or 4
2. Disarming
2 or 3
Flashes
Turns on for
30 Seconds
Unlocking
Chirps
Disabled
(Option)
3. Trigger
4. Panic
Alarming
Alarming
Alarming
Flashes
Flashes
Flashes
Slow Flash
Flashes
Flashes
Flashes
5.Car
Jacking
Disabled
(Option)
2, 3 or 6
Chirps
3 or 6
Flashes
6.Car
Locator
Locking
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Manual Arming: Lock & Arm
1. Press the button on the transmitter.
2. The siren will chirp once and parking lights will flash once indicating that the system is now
armed. The vehicle door will lock upon arming when interfaced with the security system.
System Armed
Door Ajar
Trunk/Hood Ajar
Ajar Warning:
If the siren sounds 3 chirps, then
you have left a door, trunk, or hood
lid ajar.
Silent Arming/Disarming
Press the transmitter and buttons at the same time to arm or disarm your security system.
No chirp sound will be heard. The arm/disarm confirmation will be through the vehicle’s parking
lights only.
Shock Sensor Bypass
Press the
button on the transmitter two times within 3 seconds. This will arm the security
system and bypass the shock sensor. The system will chirp one additional time to confirm the
Sensor Bypass Mode was activated. The sensor bypass feature is programmed to activate for
one arming cycle only. The security system will return to normal operation during the next
arming cycle.
Hidden Alarm Function
Press the
button first, within 3 seconds press the
button to activate the hidden alarm
function. The security system will arm, but the siren / horn will be silenced even if the sensor is
triggered in the armed status.
Automatic Arming
Manual arming/disarming is controlling your security system via the remote transmitter. This
security system is equipped with an optional Automatic Arming feature which allows the security
system to arm 45 seconds after the last door is closed. Operation is as follows:
1. Turn the ignition to the “OFF” position and exit the vehicle.
2. After all entrances are closed, the security system LED will flash fast for 45 seconds. If you
reopen any Door, Hood, Trunk the security system LED will stop flashing. It will begin flashing
again once the vehicle’s entrances are closed.
3. After the 45 second timer has elapsed, the security system will automatically “ARM”. The
siren/horn will chirp once, and the parking lights will flash once.
Automatic Arming with Automatic Door Locking (Programmable)
If this feature has been programmed on, the vehicle doors will automatically lock after the
automatic arming cycle has been completed.
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Automatic Arming
Automatic Arming Bypass
While the system is in Disarmed Mode, press the
button twice. The horn/siren will respond
with one chirp and the LED will turn “ON”. The security system will remain in this mode for as
long as you wish. To exit this mode press the
normal status.
or
buttons and the system will return to
Manual Disarming Unlock & Disarm
1. Press the
button on the transmitter.
2. The siren will chirp twice and parking lights will flash twice indicating that the system is now
disarmed. The vehicle door will unlock and the dome light will turn on for 30 seconds upon
disarming when interfaced with the security system.
System
Disarmed
Doors
Triggered
Trunk/Hood
Triggered
Shock Sensor
Triggered
Ignition
Triggered
Tamper Disarming
If the security system is triggered upon disarm, the siren will chirp 4 times and the parking lights
will flash 3 times.
Pathway Illumination
This feature turns the parking lights “ON” for 30 seconds upon a unlock signal and for 10
seconds upon the lock signal.
Two-Step Door Unlock
This feature will independently unlock the driver’s door only when disarming the security system.
Pushing the button a second time within 3 seconds will unlock the other doors.
Automatic Rearm
If this feature is selected, the security system will automatically rearm itself within 60 seconds
after disarming with the remote transmitter. Automatic rearm will cancel if any door is opened
before the 60 second timer has elapsed.
Disarming without a Transmitter
The override function may be used if the remote transmitter is lost or inoperative.
1. Enter the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to “ON” position (alarm will
sound).
2. Within 10 seconds push and release the valet switch. The alarm will stop
sounding and enter the Disarm Mode. You can now start and operate the
vehicle normally.
Push and
Release
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RF Valet Mode (Applies to All Transmitter Types)
RF valet mode provides the same functions as manual valet mode but allows you to enter and exit
the valet mode using the remote transmitter. When the system is in Valet Mode, all alarm
functions and remote start functions are off. However, the remote panic feature and remote door
locks remain operational. To enter/exit the RF Valet Mode, repeat the following procedures.
Enter Valet Mode
1. In Disarmed Mode, open the drivers door.
2. Push and hold the and transmitter buttons until the door locks cycle
“Lock then Unlock”. The LED will flash every 5 seconds to indicate that the
unit is in the Valet Mode.
Note: When the unit is in valet mode, the LCD transmitter
icon will be
displayed.
Exit Valet Mode
1. In Unlocked Mode, open the drivers door.
2. Push and hold the and
transmitter buttons until the door locks cycle
“Lock then Unlock”. The LED will stop flashing every 5 seconds to indicate
that the unit is out of the Valet Mode.
Note: When the unit is out of valet mode, the LCD transmitter
icon will be
off and you will hear a short melody from the transmitter.
Manual Valet Mode
Manual valet mode allows you to bypass all alarm functions eliminating the need to hand your
transmitter to parking attendants or garage mechanics. This mode is also a necessity if your
transmitters become in-operable. When the system is in Valet Mode, all alarm functions and
remote start functions are off. However, the remote panic feature and remote door locks remain
operational. To enter the Manual Valet Mode, the system must first be disarmed either by using
your remote transmitter, or by operating the manual override sequence.
Enter Valet Mode
1. When in Disarmed Mode, turn the ignition to the “ON” position.
2. Push and hold the valet switch for 2 seconds. The LED will flash every 5
seconds as long as the unit is in the Valet Mode.
Note: When the unit is in valet mode, the LCD transmitter
displayed.
icon will be
Hold for
2 Seconds
Exit Valet Mode
1. To return to normal operation, turn “ON” ignition.
2. Push and hold valet switch for 2 seconds. The LED will stop flashing, indicating the system
has now exited the Valet Mode.
Note: When the unit is out of valet mode, the
icon will be off and you will hear
a short melody from the transmitter.
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Remote Panic Function
The transmitter can be used as a remote panic switch to manually trigger the alarm system in
case of an emergency.
1. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to enter the Panic Mode (horn/siren will start to
sound and parking lights will flash).
2. While in Panic Mode the transmitter and buttons can be used to lock and unlock the door
(if that option is installed). However, if the
device (when installed) will be disabled, allowing the vehicle to start.
3. To turn off the panic function, press and hold the button again for 3 seconds or press and
release the or buttons.
button is pressed, the vehicle’s starter disable
4. If the panic function is not turned off by the transmitter, it will turn off and reset itself after 30
seconds.
Anti-Car Jacking
Warning: This security system has a car jacking feature. Its default setting is “OFF”. So be sure to
enable this feature if you feel it is needed.
Manual Anti-Car Jacking
1. Press and hold the transmitter and buttons at the same time for 2 seconds while the
vehicle’s ignition is “ON”. The parking lights will turn on for 1.5 seconds to indicate the
system has entered the Anti-Car Jacking Mode.
2. Once the system is armed in the Anti-Car Jacking Mode, the system will trigger when the door
is opened and closed while the ignition is “ON”.
Automatic Anti-Car Jacking
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position, and the system will enter the Anti-Car Jacking
Mode.
2. Once the system is armed in the Anti-Car Jacking Mode, the system will trigger when the door
is opened and closed while the ignition is “ON”.
When the Anti-Car Jacking Feature is Triggered
a. 50 seconds after the system has been triggered. The siren will start chirping for 15 seconds.
b. During this 15 second period of chirping, you can push and release the valet switch once to
turn off the car jacking feature.
c. 65 seconds after the system has been triggered. The siren starts sounding and the parking
lights start flashing. You must follow the override procedure to stop the system at this point.
d. 90 seconds after the system has been triggered:
1. The siren will still be sounding and the parking lights flashing.
2. The starter disable will activate to prevent the vehicle from starting.
3. Anti-Car Jacking Mode will remain active until the override procedure is performed or the
vehicle's battery power is exhausted.
Override the System to Turn Off Anti-Car Jacking
Turn the ignition switch from “OFF” to “ON”, and within 10 seconds push the valet switch. The
siren will stop sounding and the security system is now disarmed.
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Progressive Remote Vehicle Locator System
Note: The remote vehicle location system is active 30 seconds after the alarm is armed.
1. Press the button to active the vehicle locator system. The horn/siren will beep 2 times and
the parking lights will flash 3 times. This operation will repeat a second time.
2. Press the button again within 30 seconds. The horn/siren will beep 3 times and the parking
lights will flash 3 times. This operation will repeat a second time.
3. Press the button again within 30 seconds. The horn/siren will beep 6 times and the parking
lights will flash 6 times.
Dome Light Supervision
The Security System has a unique feature for using your vehicle’s dome light:
1. Upon disarming the vehicles security system, the interior dome light will remain on for 30
seconds.
2. If the security system is triggered, the dome light will flash for the same duration as the
horn/siren.
Note: Turn “ON” the ignition switch or arm the system to turn off the dome light.
Ignition Controlled Door Locks
If the vehicles door locks have been interfaced with the security system, the system will
automatically lock the doors when the ignition is turned “ON”, or unlock the doors when ignition
key is turned “OFF”.
Trunk Release Output (Channel 3)
Press and hold the
button for up to 3 seconds to activate the trunk release (Channel 3 Output)
and/or any other devices connected.
Timer Control Output (Channel 4)
Press and release the
button to activate the Channel 4 output. Channel 4 is user programmable
timer output. You may program the built-in timer to send a ground signal for any time duration
between 1 and 120 seconds. For example, this timer output may be used to turn on the
headlights, power window or sunroof (Factory defaults setting at momentary output.)
Driver Paging / Lost and Found (For LCD transmitter only)
Driver Paging / Lost and Found is useful when someone inside the vehicle wants
to page the driver, or if the LCD transmitter has been misplaced.
With the ignition switch in the “OFF” position, press and hold the valet switch for
2 seconds to page the LCD transmitter. One chirp shall be emitted and the
paging melody continues sounding from the LCD transmitter and
on the screen.
will flash
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Out-of-Range Indication
If the Out-of-Range Indication feature is activated the system will automatically check the range
every 30 minutes after being armed.
1. If the user is within the range, the icon will appear on the LCD screen.
2. If user is out-of-range, the
beeps 5 times.
icon will disappear from the LCD screen and the transmitter will
Note: Activating this feature will decrease the life expectancy of the battery.
Power-On Memory
This security system is equipped with circuitry that will allow the unit to remember its alarm state
if the power is lost and then reconnected.
Second Carbine Security System Operation
If your transmitters have been programmed to a second Carbine security system, follow the steps
below.
For LCD Remote Control Transmitter
Second Vehicle Operation: While the
can remote control and communicate with a second vehicle security system.
1. Press and hold and buttons at the same time until one long beep is
icon is displayed on the LCD screen, you
heard. Programming Mode has now been entered.
Note: No action for five seconds will generate two long beeps indicating the
Programming Mode has been exited.
2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold the
the icon is displayed on the LCD screen indicating second vehicle operation.
3. While the is displayed, press any button on the transmitter to control the second vehicle’s
button until two beeps are heard and
security system or alarm function (arm/disarm/trunk).
Note: Button functions are the same for the second vehicle as they are for the first vehicle.
Return to First Car Operation
1. Press and hold
and buttons at the same time until one long beep is heard.
Programming Mode has now been entered.
Note: No action for five seconds will generate two long beeps indicating the
Programming Mode has been exited.
2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold the button until one beep is heard and the
icon is not displayed on the LCD screen indicating first vehicle operation.
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Replacement Transmitters
TRANSMITTERS
DESCRIPTION
MODEL #
$ PRICE
2-Way LCD Remote for
the PLUS5900 - PLUS6900
Security System
CARF-LCD2
79.95 ea.
1-Way Remote for
he PLUS5900 - PLUS6900
Security System
CA-RF69
MODEL #
39.95 ea.
$ PRICE
Replacement Batteries
REPLACEMENT BATTERIES
DESCRIPTION
1.5 Volt AAA Alkaline Battery commonly
found in grocery stores, hardware stores,
etc.
CR2032
4.95 ea.
3 Volt Lithium Battery (1 pc.)
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Parts and Accessories Order Form
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Limited Lifetime Warranty
Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agents will, for the life of the vehicle and to the original
purchaser, repair, replace or refund the retail sales price of said product or any part thereof, at the
option of the Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agents, if said product or part is found
defective in materials or workmanship, when properly connected and operating on the correct
power requirements designated for the specific product. This warranty and Magnadyne Corporation
or its authorized agents obligations, hereunder do not apply where the product was: damaged while
in the possession of the consumer, subjected to unreasonable or unintended use, not reasonably
maintained, utilized in commercial or industrial operation, or serviced by anyone other than
Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agent, or where the warning seal on the product is broken
or the power plugs or wires are detached from the unit. Magnadyne Corporation or any of its
authorized agents do not assume any labor costs for the removal and reinstallation of any product
found to be defective, or the cost of transportation to Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized
agents. Such costs are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
This warranty does not cover the cabinet, appearance items, normal wear and tear or accessories
used in connection with the product resulting from improper installation, alteration, accident,
misuse, abuse or acts of nature.
This Limited Life Time Warranty applies only to the receiver section of the security system. Neither
the siren, transmitters, wire harness or any accessory item added to or used with a Remote Mobile
security system are covered by this Limited Life Time Warranty. Sirens, transmitters, wire harness
or any accessory item are covered by our standard 12 month limited warranty.
Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agents shall not be liable to anyone for consequential
or incidental damages or claims that may arise due to failure of product to operate properly
except those accorded by law. Magnadyne's or its authorized agents liability to the repair,
replacement of the product as stated above if all conditions of the warranty are met. No
expressed warranty or implied warranty is given except those set forth herein. Magnadyne does
not warrant or guarantee against break in damage or the theft of the vehicle in part or whole, or
against the loss or damage to the contents of any vehicle in which a security system is installed.
Magnadyne security systems are only a deterrent against possible theft.
This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product and for the vehicle in which it
was originally installed. This warranty is not transferable or assignable to any person or vehicle.
Defective merchandise should be returned to the original point of purchase or secondly to
Magnadyne Corporation, 1111 W. Victoria Street, Compton, CA 90220. A return authorization must
be obtained before sending, or merchandise may be refused.
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