aDS TR2310ACT iDatastart Remote Start System Owner’s Manual

aDS TR2310ACT iDatastart Remote Start System

TERMS OF USE

INSTALLER TERMS OF USE
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (“ADS”) products are strictly intended for installation by Certified Technicians who are employed by a registered business specialized in the installation of automotive aftermarket electronics products. Prior to beginning installation of an ADS product in a vehicle, it is the Certified Technician’s responsibility to review the most current Product Guide, Install Guide and vehicle-specific notes available in Weblink®. ADS is not responsible for any damages whatsoever, including but not limited to any consequential damages, incidental damages, damages for loss of time, loss of earnings, loss of profit, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity and the like that may or may not have resulted from the use, misuse, improper installation or operation of its products. Purchasers’ sole contractual remedy is refund of the purchase price of the ADS product(s). ADS reserves itself the right to suspend any Weblink® account without notice and decline to offer technical support to non-Certified Technicians, non-compliant Certified Technicians or end users.

END-USER TERMS OF USE
ADS products are designed to remote start vehicles from a distance. In order to ensure your iDatastart system meets all safety regulations and operates as intended by the manufacturer, please follow the usage recommendations below:

•  DO NOT use this product for any purpose other than its intended usage.
•  DO NOT remote start a vehicle in an indoor or enclosed area (i.e. garage). Exhaust fumes are extremely dangerous and can cause personal injury or death. Install carbon monoxide detectors in every living area that can be exposed to vehicle exhaust fumes.
• DO NOT remote start a vehicle while it is being serviced. Follow the Valet Mode procedure as outlined in your Owner’s Manual.
• DO NOT remote start a vehicle in gear.
• DO NOT remote start a vehicle with the key in the ignition.
• DO NOT remote start a vehicle left unattended with open windows, unlocked doors or open convertible top.
• DO NOT allow children handle or operate long range remotes.
• ALWAYS engage your emergency brake prior to exiting your vehicle. This may limit motion if the vehicle is accidentally started in gear.
• AVOID remote starting your vehicle while passengers or pets are on board. This may increase the risk of shifter being put in gear after vehicle has been remote started.
• AVOID parking your vehicle on an inclined surface or an area surrounded by obstacles. For manual vehicles, ALWAYS ensure the Reservation Mode sequence, as outlined in your Owner’s Manual, is correctly engaged prior to the next remote start.
• AVOID delaying the inspection of your iDatastart system in the event of malfunction. Immediately contact a Certified Technician to ensure that installation or defective equipment is properly addressed.

REMOTE OVERVIEW

Your iDatastart remote start system may include one or both long-range remotes listed below. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with their general features.

• Technology FM 2-WAY
• Max. Range 3000 feet
• Buttons 1
• Transmit Confirmation (TX) Top LED
• Receive Confirmation (RX) Button LED + Chime
• Batteries Required 1 x CR2450
• Avg. Battery Life 6-12 months
• Warranty 1 year

REMOTE COMMANDS & CONFIRMATIONS

Your iDatastart remotes contain multiplexing technology which allows for multiple functions using the same button. Please take a moment to get acquainted with the following functions below:
NOTES:

1.  Non-highlighted icons = Press & release button
2.  Highlighted (grey) icons = Press & hold button for 2.5 seconds
3.  Coma (,) between icons = Press buttons one after the other
4.  Timeout between each button press = 3 seconds

PROGRAMMING A NEW REMOTE

Are you replacing a lost or damaged remote or simply adding an extra remote to your iDatastart system?Please take note of the following:

1.  A functional iDatastart system must already be installed in your vehicle.
2.  All new remotes must be installed by an iDatastart Authorized Dealer.
3.  A maximum of 4 remotes can be programmed to your iDatastart system.

REPLACING REMOTE BATTERIES

Follow the steps below to replace the batteries in your iDatastart remotes

1.  Insert a 25 cent coin into the hollow corner of your iDatastart remote.
2.  Gently twist the coin until the casing pops open.
3.  Use your coin to pry open the rest of the case perimeter.
4.  Carefully remove the circuit board from the case.
5.  Slide the old battery out of its enclosure and replace with the new battery.
6.  Carefully replace the circuit board into bottom half of the casing.
7.  Snap top and bottom casings back together using your hands.

REMOTE STARTING FROM FACTORY KEY FOB

Your iDatastart system may enable remote engine start by performing one of the following button sequences on your factory key fob:

NOTE:
This feature may not be supported on some vehicles. If supported, the chosen button sequence will be communicated to you by your iDatastart Authorized Dealer at the time of installation. The remote start range will be equal to your factory key fob’s door lock range.

ADJUSTING ENGINE RUNTIME SETTINGS
Once remote started from your factory key fob or long-range remote, your vehicle will run for the programmed ‘runtime’ setting. The default runtime is 15 minutes but it can also be programmed for 3, 5, 10, 25, 30 or 35 minutes. If you wish to change your remote start runtime setting, contact your iDatastart Authorized Dealer.

KEY TAKEOVER FOLLOWING REMOTE START
The ‘key takeover’ procedure ensures that your engine does not shut down upon entering the vehicle, during the programmed remote start runtime. To prevent your vehicle from shutting down, complete the steps below within the programmed delay time (45 seconds, 90 seconds, 3 minutes or 4 minutes): For Standard Key Vehicles

1.  Unlock and enter vehicle
2.  Close doors
3.  Insert key into ignition and turn ignition to ON position
4.  Press foot brake

For Push-To-Start Vehicles

1.  Unlock and enter vehicle with valid smartkey
2.  Close doors
3.  Press foot brake

NOTE:
This feature may not be supported on some vehicles. If available, the programmed ‘key takeover’ delay time will be communicated to you by your iDatastart Authorized Dealer at the time of installation.

WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE

To ensure safety during vehicle servicing, the remote starter must be placed in ‘Valet Mode’. The ‘Valet Mode’ will disable remote start functionality. To activate or deactivate the ‘Valet Mode’, follow the instructions below:
With Vehicle Key:
Cycle ignition OFF/ON 2x rapidly, then press brake 3x.

FUNCTION

• Valet Mode ON
• Valet Mode OFF
• With iDatastart Antenna:
• Turn ignition ON, then press & hold button for 5 seconds

REMOTE START TROUBLESHOOTING
If your iDatastart remote fails to start the vehicle, the parking lights will flash three times immediately, then flash a number of times according to the errors below:

VEHICLE SHUTDOWN TROUBLESHOOTING
If the remote start sequence has been completed and the vehicle shuts down, the vehicle’s parking lights will flash 4 times immediately, then flash a number of times according to the errors below:

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (“ADS”) warrants to the original purchaser of the iDatastart product that the product of the following components shall be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and circumstances: Control module and installation harnesses For as long as the original purchaser owns the vehicle in which it was originally installed. Remote transmitters and antenna for the period of one  year from the date of original installation. Excludes battery replacement. In the event of any product malfunction during the Warranty period, the original purchaser must return to the Authorized Dealer where it was originally purchased with the original proof of purchase. If a malfunction is detected, the Authorized Dealer will elect to repair or replace the product at its discretion. Labor costs may be applicable and are at the discretion of the Authorized Dealer.

The Limited Lifetime Warranty is automatically void if:

•  An original proof of purchase is not provided when servicing the product during the warranty period;
• The date code and/or serial number is defaced, missing, or altered;
• The iDatastart product is transferred to another vehicle;
• The vehicle in which the product was originally installed is transferred to a new owner.

ADS is not responsible for any damages whatsoever, including but not limited to any consequential damages, incidental damages, damages for loss of time, loss of earnings, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity and the like that may or may not have resulted from the installation or operation of an iDatastart product. Purchasers sole contractual remedy is refund of the purchase price of the ADS product(s).

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1.  This device may not cause harmful interference.
2.  This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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