Radio Shack RS-4000 installation manual Completing The Installation, Connecting Accessory Devices

Models: RS-4000

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CONNECTING ACCESSORY DEVICES

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If the sensor has both warning and alert triggers, use red wire tap-ins to connect the warning trigger to the harness’s green wire and the alert trigger to the harness’s yellow wire.

CONNECTING ACCESSORY DEVICES

Follow the instructions that come with the accessory to mount and power it.

To have the alarm trigger the device when you press TRUNK on the re- mote, use a relay (not supplied) to connect the device’s control input to the main wiring harness’s white wire with yellow stripe.

To have the alarm trigger the device when you press FINDER on the re- mote, use a relay (not supplied) to connect the device’s control input to the main wiring harness’s white wire with red stripe.

Note: Auxiliary switched outputs con- nect to ground when they are activat- ed. If your auxiliary device requires +12 volts for activation, or if you need help using relays to make these con- nections, call the Auto Alarm Helpline at 1-800-598-2527 for assistance.

COMPLETING THE

INSTALLATION

Be sure you have the remote control handy, then follow these steps to complete the installation.

1.Reconnect your vehicle battery’s negative (–) battery cable.

Note: You must re-enter any pro- grammed information into elec- tronic devices in your vehicle, such as clocks and radios, after you connect the cable.

2.Plug the main wiring harness into the main module. Then immedi- ately press ARM/DISARM on one of the keychain remotes. The alarm should chirp once, the parking lights should flash and the status indicator blinks. The alarm is now armed. Press ARM/ DISARM again to disarm the sys- tem.

If the alarm does not chirp, immediately disconnect the har- ness and the vehicle’s negative

(–)battery cable. Recheck all connections and check your vehi- cle’s and the alarm’s fuses to be sure none have blown. If you can- not determine the problem, call 1- 800-598-2527 for additional assistance.

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Radio Shack RS-4000 installation manual Completing The Installation, Connecting Accessory Devices

FAQ

How do I connect accessory devices to Radio Shack RS-4000?

Follow the instructions that come with the accessory to mount and power it. Use a relay to connect the device's control input to the main wiring harness as instructed.

What should I do if the alarm does not chirp after arming the system?

If the alarm does not chirp, immediately disconnect the harness and the vehicle's negative battery cable. Recheck all connections and check the vehicle's and the alarm's fuses to ensure none have blown. If you cannot determine the problem, call 1-800-598-2527 for additional assistance.

How do I complete the installation of Radio Shack RS-4000 Home Security System?

Reconnect your vehicle battery's negative cable and follow the steps provided in the manual. Ensure you have the remote control handy to complete the installation process.