COMPUSTAR RS1B-DC3 Remote Starter Kit User Manual

Contents hide

1 COMPUSTAR RS1B-DC3 Remote Starter Kit

2 WELCOME

3 BOX CONTENTS

4 COMPUSTAR

5 COMPATIBLE ACCESSORIES

6 Documents / Resources

6.1 References

7 Related Posts

COMPUSTAR RS1B-DC3 Remote Starter Kit

WELCOME

Congratulations on the purchase of your RS1BDC3 solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new remote starter unit with enhanced features. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your RS1B-DC3 module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.

BOX CONTENTS

COMPUSTAR

TACH PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE

START vehicle for 15 seconds.

Press and hold the brake pedal.

Press and release the module’s programming button. (OR if the remotes are already programmed to the vehicle, press and hold the start button of the remote for 2.5 seconds.)

Wait, LED 2 will fl ash GREEN. (See the Module Diagnostics page)

Release the brake pedal.

Module Programming Procedure completed

AFTERMARKET REMOTE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE

WARNING: Program aftermarket remotes before usage. A maximum of four [4x] aftermarket remotes per system

Time restriction. Complete next step within 7 seconds
Cycle ignition ON fi ve times [5x OFF/ON] rapidly.

Parking Light will fl ash once [1x].
Time restriction. Complete next step within 5 seconds from previous step.

Press once [1x] on LOCK button of aftermarket remote.
Parking Light will fl ash once [1x].

To program additional remotes: repeat steps 4 to 6 using each additional remote.
Wait, Parking Light will fl ash twice [2x].

Turn ignition to OFF position.
Aftermarket Remote Programming Procedure completed

VALET MODE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE

NOTE: In Valet Mode, the Remote starter is not functional. Keyless entry, Lock and Unlock will remain functional. See RF kit user manual for alternate valet mode programming.

Time restriction. Complete next step within 7 seconds.
Cycle ignition ON twice [2x OFF/ON] rapidly

Press and release the BRAKE pedal three times [3x].
Parking Light will fl ash once [1x] then will fl ash twice [2x].

Set ignition to OFF position
Valet Mode Programming Procedure completed

To exit valet mode: repeat steps 1 to 5.

COMPATIBLE ACCESSORIES

ONLINE MODULE SETTINGS

WEB PROGRAMMABLE MENUS	DESCRIPTION
MENU 1 – Remote Starter	RS related configuration options
MENU 2 – Doorlock Options	Convenience feature configuration options
MENU 3 – Security Options	Alarm activation and settings
MENU 4 – AUX function assignments	Set transmitter AUX buttons controls
MENU 5 – Programmable outputs (POC)	Set actions for programmable outputs
MENU 6 – Pulse Timer Output Configuration (PTO)	Set duration for pulse timer outputs (if used)
MENU 7 – Input Configurations	Set inputs for Auto by firmware/Data/Analog
MENU 8 – Output Configurations	Set outputs for Auto by firmware/Data/Analog

MODULE DIAGNOSTICS

TEST MODULE		LED 1 STATUS	DIAGNOSTIC
I	DURING MODULE PROGRAMMING	Flashing RED	Missing/wrong information from firmware or vehicle.
		Solid RED	Module waiting for more vehicle information.
		Flashing GREEN	Additional steps required to complete module programming.
		Solid GREEN then OFF	Module correctly programmed.
		OFF	No activity or module already programmed.
II	DURING TACH PROGRAMMING	1 GREEN ﬂash	Tach signal programmed in Analog
		2 GREEN ﬂashes	Tach signal programmed in Data
		3 RED ﬂashes	No tach signal detected
		4 RED ﬂashes	System is in valet mode
		5 RED ﬂashes	Tach set for ‘VTS’. No tach programming required
		6 RED ﬂashes	Tach set for ‘assumed start’. No tach programming required
III	DURING REMOTE START	Flashing RED	Module incorrectly programmed.
		Solid RED	Module incorrectly programmed.
		Flashing GREEN	Module correctly programmed and operational.
		Solid GREEN then OFF	Reset in progress.
		OFF	Invalid ground when running status from remote starter.
IV	WITH IGNITION OFF	Flashing RED	Module incorrectly programmed or connected.
		Solid RED	Module not programmed. Waiting for more vehicle information.
		Flashing GREEN	False ground when running status from remote starter.
		Solid GREEN then OFF	Reset in progress.
		OFF	Module at rest and ready for a remote start sequence.

REMOTE STARTER ERROR CODES

REMOTE STARTER ERROR CODES: NOTES	[X] NUMBER OF PARKING LIGHT FLASHES	DIAGNOSTIC
I WARNING: The following applies only when the parking lights are connected and supported by the system. II After a remote starter failure, the parking lights will flash three [3x] times, then will flash [X] number times to indicate an error code. See table.	01	Engine running.
	02	Key in ignition at ON position.
	03	Door is open.
	04	Trunk is open.
	05	Foot brake is ON.
	06	Hood is open.
	07	The reservation is OFF. (Manual transmission only)
	08	Tach failure.
	09	The vehicle is moving (VSS).
	10	System is in Valet Mode.
	11	CAN communication failure
	12	RS not synchronized. Start vehicle with OEM key for 15 sec before trying a new RS sequence.
	13	Bypass problem.

REMOTE STARTER SHUTDOWN ERROR CODES: NOTES	[Y] NUMBER OF PARKING LIGHT FLASHES	DIAGNOSTIC
I WARNING: The following applies only when the parking lights are connected and supported by the system. II If the engine shuts down after a remote starter sequence: Press and hold the Trunk button and the Start button at the same time for 2.5 seconds when using a 1-WAY remote. OR Press once [1x] on button “4” when using a 2-WAY remote. The parking lights will ﬂash four [4x] times, then will ﬂash [Y] number times to indicate an error code. See table.	01	Engine tach signal is lost.
	02	Emergency brake is lost.
	03	Foot brake is ON.
	04	Hood is open.
	05	Engine RPM limiter is ON.
	06	Glow plug timeout error.
	07	Vehicle is moving (VSS).
	08	N/A
	09	N/A
	10	Door is open.
	11	CAN communication failure during RS sequence.
	12	RS not synchronized. Start vehicle with OEM key for 15 sec before trying a new RS sequence.
	13	Takeover is not allowed.
	14	Shutdown error, board overheat protection.

MODULE RESET PROCEDURE

The following procedure resets the module programming to the vehicle. It does not reset any settings confi gured online.
Disconnect all connectors from module except the M1 BLACK 8-pin connector and the M4 BLACK 20-pin connector
Disconnect the M1 BLACK 8-pin connector and the M4 BLACK 20-pin connector
PRESS AND HOLD the module’s programming button while connecting the M1 BLACK 8-pin connector and the M4 BLACK 20-pin connector.
Wait, LED 1 will flash RED. RELEASE programming button.
LED 1 will turn RED for 2 seconds.
Module RESET completed
Reconnect all connectors.
Repeat programming procedure
Failure to follow procedure may result with a DTC or a CHECK ENGINE error message.