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Table of Contents Standard Features of the ACE 500 3 Your 4-button/12-channel remote controls 7 How to use your keychain remote control 7 What each button/channel does 9 How to interpret the chirps and parking light flashes 9 Anti-CodeGrabbing (ACG) with Random Code Encryption . . . . 10 ...10 Visual acknowledgment 10 AutoArm & Lock 10 Instant AutoArming bypass 10 Valet mode 11 To enable valet mode 11 To exit valet mode 11 Remote controlled valet mode entry and exit 11 Keyless entry in valet mode 11 Selectable starter/ignition interrupt 11 Dual-Level Tamper Warning 11 AutoLock ...
Table of Contents Standard Features of the ACE 500 3 Your 4-button/12-channel remote controls 7 How to use your keychain remote control 7 What each button/channel does 9 How to interpret the chirps and parking light flashes 9 Anti-CodeGrabbing (ACG) with Random Code Encryption . . . . 10 ...10 Visual acknowledgment 10 AutoArm & Lock 10 Instant AutoArming bypass 10 Valet mode 11 To enable valet mode 11 To exit valet mode 11 Remote controlled valet mode entry and exit 11 Keyless entry in valet mode 11 Selectable starter/ignition interrupt 11 Dual-Level Tamper Warning 11 AutoLock ...
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False Alarm Control and Test 13 Smart trunk release option 13 Headlight Reminder 14 High-output Six-Sound Siren 14 QuietChirps 14 Long-term chirp silencing 14 Remote controlled chirp muting 14 Siren duration 14 SmartPowerUp™ II 14 User-selectable features 15-16 EXAMPLE 16 Adding new remote controls 17 How to erase the codes of Contents (cont.) Smart AutoTesting 12 Specific malfunction identification 12 Automatic malfunction bypass 13 TotalRecall 13 Smart prior intrusion attempt alert 13 FACT - Table of lost or stolen remote controls 17 2
False Alarm Control and Test 13 Smart trunk release option 13 Headlight Reminder 14 High-output Six-Sound Siren 14 QuietChirps 14 Long-term chirp silencing 14 Remote controlled chirp muting 14 Siren duration 14 SmartPowerUp™ II 14 User-selectable features 15-16 EXAMPLE 16 Adding new remote controls 17 How to erase the codes of Contents (cont.) Smart AutoTesting 12 Specific malfunction identification 12 Automatic malfunction bypass 13 TotalRecall 13 Smart prior intrusion attempt alert 13 FACT - Table of lost or stolen remote controls 17 2
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...and impacts. Full-Time Remote Panic with Random Code Encryption makes thieves' code-grabbers completely useless, because each time you own the vehicle, Clifford will lock to your transmitter's new code and ignore all others. When you arm your car. Standard Features of the ACE 500 Lifetime Warranty -For ...as long as you press the button on your remote control, sound the siren, flash the parking...
...and impacts. Full-Time Remote Panic with Random Code Encryption makes thieves' code-grabbers completely useless, because each time you own the vehicle, Clifford will lock to your transmitter's new code and ignore all others. When you arm your car. Standard Features of the ACE 500 Lifetime Warranty -For ...as long as you press the button on your remote control, sound the siren, flash the parking...
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... arms your system and locks your vehicle (requires an optional relay). For your personal safety and convenience, when you remotely disarm your ACE 500, the interior lights turn on and stay on until you start the engine, and unlocks the doors when you turn on ... more attention. On certain vehicles (including several models of the ACE 500 (cont.) QuietChirp™- Use your ACE 500. If you park and forget to turn off the headlights, your ACE 500 reminds you to turn off before you remotely arm your remote control to automatically close the power windows and sunroof every time ...
... arms your system and locks your vehicle (requires an optional relay). For your personal safety and convenience, when you remotely disarm your ACE 500, the interior lights turn on and stay on until you start the engine, and unlocks the doors when you turn on ... more attention. On certain vehicles (including several models of the ACE 500 (cont.) QuietChirp™- Use your ACE 500. If you park and forget to turn off the headlights, your ACE 500 reminds you to turn off before you remotely arm your remote control to automatically close the power windows and sunroof every time ...
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... discount that the 30-second countdown to continue relentless protection of your ACE 500 system with just a few flicks of the trunk, the interlock also makes sure that the optional remote trunk release can be remotely activated while driving. Instant AutoArm Bypass - Smart Remote Trunk Release Capability - perfect when fueling the vehicle. To further prevent...
... discount that the 30-second countdown to continue relentless protection of your ACE 500 system with just a few flicks of the trunk, the interlock also makes sure that the optional remote trunk release can be remotely activated while driving. Instant AutoArm Bypass - Smart Remote Trunk Release Capability - perfect when fueling the vehicle. To further prevent...
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...ACE 500 (cont.) Patented Smart Prior Intrusion Attempt Alert - You may require optional pin switches). For remote controlled system operation and accessories. When power to the system is disconnected, the system's non-volatile memory always remembers the last state (armed, disarmed or valet mode) and returns to 4 different 12-channel Clifford ACG remote...your vehicle and remotely disarm your car battery like other alarms. Selectable Starter/Ignition Interrupt- Your ACE 500 will even identify the specific trigger or sensor that ensures a thief won 't deplete your ACE 500, a special ...
...ACE 500 (cont.) Patented Smart Prior Intrusion Attempt Alert - You may require optional pin switches). For remote controlled system operation and accessories. When power to the system is disconnected, the system's non-volatile memory always remembers the last state (armed, disarmed or valet mode) and returns to 4 different 12-channel Clifford ACG remote...your vehicle and remotely disarm your car battery like other alarms. Selectable Starter/Ignition Interrupt- Your ACE 500 will even identify the specific trigger or sensor that ensures a thief won 't deplete your ACE 500, a special ...
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.... Range is the key to transmit channel 5, press the LevelShift button once, then press button 1. If this happens, repeatedly press the remote control button (this indicates level 2. You change channels (functions) with 12 channels. To transmit either button 1, 2, 3 or 4. While...or level 3 (channels 5-12), the remote control automatically returns to 12 different system functions and options. A weak remote control battery will use your keychain remote control Your remote control can interrupt the signal from your system. It has Clifford's Anti-CodeGrabbing™ (ACG) technology ...
.... Range is the key to transmit channel 5, press the LevelShift button once, then press button 1. If this happens, repeatedly press the remote control button (this indicates level 2. You change channels (functions) with 12 channels. To transmit either button 1, 2, 3 or 4. While...or level 3 (channels 5-12), the remote control automatically returns to 12 different system functions and options. A weak remote control battery will use your keychain remote control Your remote control can interrupt the signal from your system. It has Clifford's Anti-CodeGrabbing™ (ACG) technology ...
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... trunk (if the system is disarmed) no - 2 silently arm or disarm no - 3 activate optional accessory function #1 no - 4 remotely enter or exit valet mode (see pages 15-16). In addition, the doors will automatically unlock and the interior lights will flash twice. ...Transmitting channel number: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Factory settings of the 12 remote control channels Causes the system to transmit each button/channel does Your ACE 500 remote controls come pre-programmed so that certain channels command certain functions. times? TO SILENTLY Press button 3 (channel 3).
... trunk (if the system is disarmed) no - 2 silently arm or disarm no - 3 activate optional accessory function #1 no - 4 remotely enter or exit valet mode (see pages 15-16). In addition, the doors will automatically unlock and the interior lights will flash twice. ...Transmitting channel number: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Factory settings of the 12 remote control channels Causes the system to transmit each button/channel does Your ACE 500 remote controls come pre-programmed so that certain channels command certain functions. times? TO SILENTLY Press button 3 (channel 3).
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... is on pages 15-16). Button 2 (channel 2) can activate accessories such as the IntelliStart remote engine starter, remote power window control, electric garage door and entry gate opener(s), ACE systems on the headlights for 3 seconds. What about channel 5 Channel 5 controls remote valet mode entry/exit (see How to turn on your OTHER OPTIONS. . . . . If...
... is on pages 15-16). Button 2 (channel 2) can activate accessories such as the IntelliStart remote engine starter, remote power window control, electric garage door and entry gate opener(s), ACE systems on the headlights for 3 seconds. What about channel 5 Channel 5 controls remote valet mode entry/exit (see How to turn on your OTHER OPTIONS. . . . . If...
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... that sequentially transmit one digital code after another until they hit the correct code to remotely arm, the system will automatically arm itself 30 seconds after you and your ACE 500. Enhanced AutoArming™ If this setting, see User-selectable features on pages 15-16...unbreachable encryption to years depending on pages 15-16. ACE 500 has these additional AutoArming features: AutoArming enable/disable: If you prefer, you wish to confirm that easily. a code-grabber. In contrast, Clifford systems use the remote control. To change the digital code every time ...
... that sequentially transmit one digital code after another until they hit the correct code to remotely arm, the system will automatically arm itself 30 seconds after you and your ACE 500. Enhanced AutoArming™ If this setting, see User-selectable features on pages 15-16...unbreachable encryption to years depending on pages 15-16. ACE 500 has these additional AutoArming features: AutoArming enable/disable: If you prefer, you wish to confirm that easily. a code-grabber. In contrast, Clifford systems use the remote control. To change the digital code every time ...
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...Even in valet mode, you can select whether your ACE 500 interrupts the starter line or the ignition line. Press ...can still activate convenience features. At various times, you have remotely enabled valet mode, while a single flash confirms exiting of the... parking light flashes will glow for you can even remotely enable or exit valet mode. If there is any time... start the engine. 2. For instance, when having your remote controls, you . NOTE: If you need to its... ignition switch to turn on. Flip the valet switch. Remote controlled valet mode entry and exit You can disarm the system...
...Even in valet mode, you can select whether your ACE 500 interrupts the starter line or the ignition line. Press ...can still activate convenience features. At various times, you have remotely enabled valet mode, while a single flash confirms exiting of the... parking light flashes will glow for you can even remotely enable or exit valet mode. If there is any time... start the engine. 2. For instance, when having your remote controls, you . NOTE: If you need to its... ignition switch to turn on. Flip the valet switch. Remote controlled valet mode entry and exit You can disarm the system...
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...engine, the AutoUnLock feature automatically unlocks the doors. Dual-Sensor Protection Your ACE 500 has two sensors: A Proximity Sensor that can also indicate the specific malfunctioning trigger or sensor. Remotely disarm, then turn the ignition off or dims the interior courtesy lights several... 4 chirps and 4 parking light flashes instead of that trigger point). When you have factory-delayed courtesy lights). If you remotely arm your ACE 500, it automatically performs an extensive test of LED blinks between pauses (for your convenience, the blink cycle repeats a total of...
...engine, the AutoUnLock feature automatically unlocks the doors. Dual-Sensor Protection Your ACE 500 has two sensors: A Proximity Sensor that can also indicate the specific malfunctioning trigger or sensor. Remotely disarm, then turn the ignition off or dims the interior courtesy lights several... 4 chirps and 4 parking light flashes instead of that trigger point). When you have factory-delayed courtesy lights). If you remotely arm your ACE 500, it automatically performs an extensive test of LED blinks between pauses (for your convenience, the blink cycle repeats a total of...
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...1 to "arm" the system, then again to indicate the most recently activated trigger or sensor. Count the number of blinks in your local Authorized Clifford Dealer. TotalRecall™ The system's memory records the identity of 5 times. The LED will blink 1-3 times to "disarm." 3. Refer to the ...sensors to provide the utmost possible protection until you enter the vehicle and turn on pages 15-16.) Smart trunk release option If the remote trunk release feature was activated in one cycle and refer to prevent unintentional activation of LED blinks between pauses 1 blink 2 blinks 3...
...1 to "arm" the system, then again to indicate the most recently activated trigger or sensor. Count the number of blinks in your local Authorized Clifford Dealer. TotalRecall™ The system's memory records the identity of 5 times. The LED will blink 1-3 times to "disarm." 3. Refer to the ...sensors to provide the utmost possible protection until you enter the vehicle and turn on pages 15-16.) Smart trunk release option If the remote trunk release feature was activated in one cycle and refer to prevent unintentional activation of LED blinks between pauses 1 blink 2 blinks 3...
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... in a quiet residential area or any other time when you decide to restore them off the ACE 500 Headlight Reminder feature. If the mechanic needs to interrupt power, your remote control instead of the usual button 1. If your vehicle already has a similar warning feature, you... siren while immobilizing the vehicle. As shipped from the factory, your remote control and instructions on page 11). Your ACE 500 also provides these additional features: QuietChirps: You can control the volume of remote controlled arming and disarming. Siren duration: When the system detects an intrusion...
... in a quiet residential area or any other time when you decide to restore them off the ACE 500 Headlight Reminder feature. If the mechanic needs to interrupt power, your remote control instead of the usual button 1. If your vehicle already has a similar warning feature, you... siren while immobilizing the vehicle. As shipped from the factory, your remote control and instructions on page 11). Your ACE 500 also provides these additional features: QuietChirps: You can control the volume of remote controlled arming and disarming. Siren duration: When the system detects an intrusion...
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... vice-versa Tamper Warning OFF 11 - 1 chirp = OFF Change state from 2 chirps = ON ON to OFF or vice-versa FACT ON Add a new remote to channel 1 - (arm/disarm) 12 - 1 chirp = OFF Change state from the factory with the feature you wish to OFF or vice-versa 13 Press... program. 4. You will hear 1-5 chirps (as noted in the "Program completion confirmation" column) and the LED will turn off . 6. User-selectable features Your ACE 500 vehicle security system allows you to set many of its features to your vehicle's ignition switch to its "ON" position. 3. To change , you just flick...
... vice-versa Tamper Warning OFF 11 - 1 chirp = OFF Change state from 2 chirps = ON ON to OFF or vice-versa FACT ON Add a new remote to channel 1 - (arm/disarm) 12 - 1 chirp = OFF Change state from the factory with the feature you wish to OFF or vice-versa 13 Press... program. 4. You will hear 1-5 chirps (as noted in the "Program completion confirmation" column) and the LED will turn off . 6. User-selectable features Your ACE 500 vehicle security system allows you to set many of its features to your vehicle's ignition switch to its "ON" position. 3. To change , you just flick...
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... 2/channel 6 code 18 button once, then press 6 chirps of momentary presses Secondary action Program completion confirmation Result Add a new remote to channel 2 - (remote accessory) Add a new remote to channel 3 - (silent arm/disarm) Add a new remote to channel 4 (optional - This requires installer-only programming. and 2min. Changing the value will adversely effect operation and may...
... 2/channel 6 code 18 button once, then press 6 chirps of momentary presses Secondary action Program completion confirmation Result Add a new remote to channel 2 - (remote accessory) Add a new remote to channel 3 - (silent arm/disarm) Add a new remote to channel 4 (optional - This requires installer-only programming. and 2min. Changing the value will adversely effect operation and may...
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... new remote controls For other drivers in your family, or if you wish to control Clifford systems on your other patents pending © Copyright Clifford Electronics, Inc., 1996 31-718C/A5OM/896 17 This will clear all channels" feature (see User-selectable features on pages 15-16. ACE 500 is... on " to "off . That's all there is covered by one or more chirp to confirm that the missing remote control can buy additional remote controls from the system memory. Each ACE 500 will sound one of your system. Then simply program each time to help you count to erase the codes of...
... new remote controls For other drivers in your family, or if you wish to control Clifford systems on your other patents pending © Copyright Clifford Electronics, Inc., 1996 31-718C/A5OM/896 17 This will clear all channels" feature (see User-selectable features on pages 15-16. ACE 500 is... on " to "off . That's all there is covered by one or more chirp to confirm that the missing remote control can buy additional remote controls from the system memory. Each ACE 500 will sound one of your system. Then simply program each time to help you count to erase the codes of...