Directed Electronics 2.2 manual Glossary of terms

Glossary of terms

Control Center: The control center contains the system’s radio-frequency antenna, the valet and override switch, and the Status LED.

For maximum remote-control range, the Control Center is usually lo- cated at the top of the windshield, centered near the rear-view mirror.

Control Module: The “brain” of your system. Usually hidden underneath the dash area of the vehicle. It houses the microprocessor which moni- tors your vehicle and controls all of the alarm’s Functions.

Failsafe® Starter Kill (if equipped): An automatic switch controlled by the security system which prevents the vehicle’s starter from cranking whenever the system is armed. The vehicle is never prevented from cranking when the system is disarmed, in Valet® Mode, or should the starter kill switch itself fail. Your system is ready for this feature, however installation of this feature may require additional labor.

Input: Any physical connection to the security system. An input can be provided through a sensor, pin-switch or by existing systems in the vehicle, such as ignition or courtesy lights.

In-vehicle status LED: A light used to indicate the status of your system. It is located on your systems control center.

Shock Sensor: This system has a dual zone shock sensor. This sensor is mounted in the vehicle and designed to pick up impacts to the vehicle or glass.

Trigger or Triggered Sequence: This is what happens when the alarm “goes off ” or “trips.” The triggered sequence of your system consists